Vinny's Corner

Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing promotion continues its rapid rollout of events in 2026.

This week’s card is Zuffa Boxing 03: Ajagba vs. Martin, set for Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. It’s a solid heavyweight-headlined show with some intriguing prospects and veterans on the undercard, building on the promotion’s early momentum after successful debut events in January and early February.

This Sunday card features a focused main card tripleheader plus prelims, offering a mix of power punchers, undefeated talents, and comeback stories in the heavier weight classes.

Full Fight Card (Confirmed Bouts)

Main Card (starts at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT)

• Heavyweight (10 rounds) – Main Event: Efe Ajagba (20-1-1) vs. Charles Martin (30-4-1)
• Light Heavyweight (10 rounds) – Co-Feature: Umar Dzambekov (13-0) vs. Ahmed Elbiali (24-1)
• Lightweight (8 rounds): Abel Mejia (10-0) vs. Jaybrio Pe Benito (6-0)

Prelims (starts at 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT)
Additional undercard bouts include:

• Leonardo Ruiz (16-1) vs. Casey Streeter (15-2-2)
• Antonio Woods (14-1) vs. Mark Beuke (12-3)
• Oswaldo Molina (9-0) vs. Joshua Clark (9-1)
• Emiliano Alvarado (9-0) vs. (opponent TBD in reports)

(Note: Prelim matchups may see minor adjustments; the focus remains on the streamed main card bouts.)

Main Event Breakdown

The heavyweight main event pits Nigerian powerhouse Efe Ajagba against former IBF heavyweight champion Charles Martin in a 10-round clash that could have title implications or at least elevate the winner in the division.

• Efe Ajagba (20-1-1, with strong knockout power): The 6’6″ Nigerian has long been viewed as a prospect with devastating punching ability, though his only loss came via decision to Frank Sanchez, and he’s had a draw. Ajagba brings size, reach, and one-punch KO threat—he’s reloaded under new management and training to show improved discipline and stamina. This is a big step-up opportunity to prove he belongs in the upper echelon of heavyweights.
• Charles Martin (30-4-1): The veteran American shocked the world in 2016 by winning the IBF title from Vyacheslav Glazkov, though he lost it quickly to Anthony Joshua. Martin has faced top competition (including losses to Andy Ruiz Jr. and others) but remains dangerous with sharp boxing skills, solid defense, and experience against elite heavyweights. At this stage, he’s a tough veteran test who can expose flaws in younger power punchers.

Expect a contrast in styles: Ajagba looking to impose his physicality and land bombs early, while Martin uses footwork, counters, and ring IQ to survive and frustrate. A win for Ajagba could launch him toward bigger names; a Martin victory would be a statement resurgence for the ex-champ.

The co-main between unbeaten Russian-based Umar Dzambekov and veteran Ahmed Elbiali adds more intrigue in the light heavyweight division, with Dzambekov aiming to stay perfect against a power-punching foe.

Where to Watch

All action streams exclusively on Paramount+ in the United States (and select international markets).

• Prelims: 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT
• Main Card: 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT

Paramount+ subscribers can catch the full event live, with replays available on demand afterward. No pay-per-view needed—this is part of Zuffa Boxing’s streaming-first approach to make high-quality boxing accessible.

Tune in Sunday for what promises to be another entertaining chapter in Zuffa Boxing’s young history. Heavyweight drama awaits!

By Vincent

Photo courtesy of Zuffa Boxing