# ☎️ Roach Jr vs Zepeda: WBC Lightweight Title WAR – Aug 1 Vegas Showdown!❗️

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Podcast: [Tha Boxing Voice](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tha-boxing-voice-1053155)
Published: 2026-05-14T23:57:48+00:00
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#lamontroach #williamzepeda #daznboxing 🎙️ Lamont Roach Jr. collides with William Zepeda for the vacant WBC lightweight crown on August 1 in Las Vegas. Roach brings elite timing, iron chin, and big-fight pedigree after back-to-back controversial draws with Gervonta Davis and Isaac Cruz. Zepeda, the ultimate southpaw pressure machine, delivers relentless volume and 27 knockouts in 33 wins—but tasted defeat for the first time against Shakur Stevenson. Can Roach’s experience and counters blunt the Mexican storm? Or will Zepeda’s high-octane aggression claim his first world title? We break down the styles, keys to victory, Vegas atmosphere, and what the winner means for the stacked 135-pound division. Expect fireworks, strategy, and plenty of “what if” debates. Don’t miss this preview—tune in for the full flavor of one of 2026’s most intriguing title fights. 🚨Join this channel to get access to the perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcKT39KR_e3ZliHe4cyC06A/join #boxing

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