Power-punching IBF #1 light flyweight Felix Alvarado (33-2, 29 KOs) of Managua, Nicaragua, is just days away now from his third world title attempt. He has arrived to the Philippines where he will face #3 Randy Petalcorin (29-2-1, 22 KOs) of General Santos City, Philippines on October 29th for the vacant 108lb world title. The site of the event will be the Midas Hotel and Casino in Pasay City, Philippines.
Both fighters are attempting to win their first absolute world title. Petalcorin will have the support of the local fans, but Alvarado says he’s unfazed by this and is dialed in mentally so that his third crack at a world title is a successful one.
How was your preparation for this fight?
I’m very well prepared. I’m already way ahead of schedule of making weight for the fight. It’s now just a matter of waiting for the night of the fight to arrive.
What is your preferred style of fighting?
I like to think of myself as a fighter who boxes with intelligence and fights at a proper and effective distance. I also like to go toe to toe. More than anything, I pay close attention to the instructions that my corner gives me to carry out.
What can you tell us about your opponent Randy Petalcorin?
He’s a very good fighter. He’s a southpaw who has fought very good fighters as have I. It’ll be a different fight for us both come fight night and may the best man win.
What are your thoughts fighting Petalcorin in his native land?
Mentally I can honestly tell you that I’m not affected. I’m very hungry to become a world champion so the location is not an issue for me. At the same time, I’m very excited about fighting in the country that produced such a boxing legend as Manny Pacquiao.
Is it already in your mind that you must win by knockout?
I’m physically and mentally prepared to go 12 hard rounds, if necessary. Let’s just say I’d much rather win this fight by knockout than the fight go the full distance.
How motivated were you during training camp knowing that your stablemate Cristofer Rosales had become WBC flyweight champion earlier this year?
Cristofer and I grew up together. I’m very proud of his accomplishment. It definitely inspires me and has me even more motivated to accomplish my goal of becoming a world champion.
What would it mean to you to become your country’s next world champion?
I very much appreciate WRAM Boxing (William Ramirez) and Pablo Osuna for believing in me. This is what I’ve always dreamed about. It’s what every boxer of my country dreams about at some point. Now it’s just a matter of me winning and making the dream a reality.