Omar Trinidad still has just 17 professional fights under his belt, with No. 18 fighting this Saturday against Hector Andres Sosa at Commerce Casino in Commerce, California. But if You look at how he’s progressed and what he’s stepped into this weekend in his first 12 matches. It’s clear he’s going to step into a whole new world in 2025 if he beats Sosa.
He knows that too. And he’s already begun to look at the top 15 qualifiers at 126 pounds, specifically the WBC and IBF rankings, where he’s currently ranked 10th and 13th, respectively.
“I had my eye on that one while I was up,” Trinidad said. “I looked at the top names and yes, I looked at them because they could be potential fights in the near future, who knows, although next year it might be a shot or a heavy hitter. I will prepare for this fight in October. And focus on this fight until I’m called out. And I am sure I will be ready.”
Winner of 16 straight titles since a tie in his pro debut in 2018, with 13 victories coming by knockout, the 28-year-old is doing everything asked of him against whoever is at his disposal. in front of him and he built a huge fan following along the way. This gave him the unofficial nickname “The Greatest Man”. “King of Los Angeles” That’s quite a compliment. Considering the talent that always seems to come from this industry, throughout this time he has remained true to his principles.
“I don’t mind the attention,” he said. “I like showing people what I’m capable of. And why did I train so hard for it? I feel like I was made for it. I feel like an actor and handle the attention and pressure well.”
He will be in the spotlight as the main event of the card. which airs on UFC FIGHT PASS and for the pressure He will receive a lot of interest from Argentina’s Sosa. Living up to his country’s tradition of toughness, within the ropes, Trinidad has done his homework.
“I always wonder who I’ll be sharing a ring with that night,” he said. “I watch BoxRec, I watch his opponent. And I watched his tapes too. I watched the show where he won the IBO belt (against Jazza Dickens) and I watched that over and over. and try to find people who imitate his style And practice where I can block and counter.”
Sosa, 17-2 (9 KO), knocked out Dickens in 10 rounds in July 2023 and followed that career-best win with a shutout over Keenan. Carvajal in June of this year Keeping him in top form heading into this time, he also hasn’t been stopped. This means Trinidad may need to get into deep water if he wants to leave with his “0” intact.
“I have enough gas in the tank for 12 shots,” he said. “I know he’s a tough guy, he’s got heart, but I’m going to be the guy who ruins his night. and try to stop early Or go put him in a blender for 12 cycles.”
That blender sounds harsh.
“Boxing is not a good thing,” Trinidad laughs. “I’m just trying to show him that I was born to be a fighter. And that was my night. No one will take that away from me.”
And to be honest, his last two victories ended in 10th.Thai And in the 8th round, Trinidad had power late. So whether fast or slow He was chasing the finish line.
“That’s why I said I’d put him in the blender. For I will tear him little by little,” he said, “and when I see an opening I will shoot out power And I hope I can get him out. Most likely, they will rise again. But he won’t get up like he used to. I noticed I had that energy towards the end. And it all came from working in the gym. My coach (Don Chuy López) taught me precision and timing. So I always keep that in mind and try to stay smart. Pick your own shot and make it to the final round.”
If Trinidad achieves its goals He might look at the rankings again and see his name move up. Which is almost as good. with winning sometimes
“It felt good,” he said. “I started from nothing. I remember looking at the stars they (Boxrec) gave us when they ranked us. and used to be a half-star. And now I have four stars. And it’s quite disappointing. I am delighted that all the hard work I have put in over the years has really paid off.”
What he needed was a fifth gold star.
“Oh, yes,” he said, “and there’s a crown next to it.”
