Diego Pacheco Overpowers Kevin Lele Sadjo to Claim WBC Silver Super Middleweight Title in Stockton Showcase
The Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California, thundered with rising-star energy on December 13, 2025, as Diego Pacheco captured the WBC Silver super middleweight title with a dominant unanimous decision (119-109, 118-110, 120-108) over Kevin Lele Sadjo in a 12-round masterclass. Pacheco’s precise combinations and ring control dismantled Sadjo’s brawling power, marking a career-best win for the 24-year-old phenom and vaulting him toward full world contention. Aired live on DAZN starting at 8:00 p.m. ET after prelims on YouTube, the bout lit up X, with @MatchroomBoxing hailing it as “Pacheco’s punishing path to glory.” Stockton’s fight-week vibe, with a near-sellout crowd of 11,000 fueled by local fan expos and a Delta fan zone, turned this into a pivotal night for the 168-pound division, blending Pacheco’s youth with Sadjo’s veteran grit.
Fight Overview
Pacheco vs. Sadjo headlined the Matchroom Boxing main card at Adventist Health Arena, kicking off at 8:00 p.m. ET on DAZN after undercard action at 5:00 p.m. ET on YouTube. Slated for around 10:00 p.m. ET, the stakes were immense: Pacheco, 24, eyed a stepping-stone to undisputed glory post his 2025 wins over Nelson and McCumby, while 35-year-old Sadjo sought a U.S. breakthrough. DraftKings odds favored Pacheco at -400, with Sadjo at +300 as the KO underdog. X buzz framed it as “youth vs. experience,” with @BoxingScene posting, “Pacheco’s precision vs. Sadjo’s bombs—Stockton showdown!” The 11,000 fans, hyped by weigh-ins at the Bob Hope Theatre and local workouts, created a electric atmosphere. X polls leaned 68% toward Pacheco’s skill, per @BadLeftHook.
Diego Pacheco The 24-year-old from Los Angeles, California, entered with a 24-0 record (18 KOs), orthodox at 6’4″ with a 77-inch reach. The “Punisher” averages 7.2 punches per round at 58% accuracy (Compubox), fresh off 2025 decisions over Steven Nelson and Trevor McCumby. Now with Matchroom, X clips show him drilling combos under Kevin Rooney Jr. His 75% KO rate and height make him a contender, with @WBCBoxing tweeting, “Pacheco’s the future at 168.”
Kevin Lele Sadjo The 35-year-old from Douala, Cameroon (via France), sported a 26-0 record (23 KOs), orthodox at 5’11” with a 72-inch reach. The “Punisher” lands 6.5 power shots per round at 55% accuracy (Compubox), rebounding from 2025 KO of Habib Ahmed via European title wins. Training in France, X footage shows body drills with his team. @BoxingNews24 noted, “Sadjo’s +300 is KO bait.”
The Fight: Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: Stockton roars as Pacheco jabs from range, using 5-inch height to tag Sadjo. Kevin closes at 1:30, landing a hook, but Pacheco counters with a body shot at 2:45, swelling Sadjo’s cheek. Compubox: Pacheco 30/50 to Sadjo’s 14/35. @DAZNBoxing scores 10-9 Pacheco.
Round 2-3: Sadjo aggresses in Round 2, ripping a left at 0:50. Pacheco circles, landing 35/60 in Round 3. Sadjo’s cut opens at 2:15. Scores 20-18 Pacheco.
Round 4-6: Sadjo traps Pacheco in Round 4, landing shorts at 1:20 (22 landed). Pacheco outlands 85-65 over 5-6 with flurries; Round 6 uppercut wobbles Sadjo. 10-9 Pacheco each.
Round 7-9: Sadjo rallies Round 7, staggering Pacheco with a cross at 1:30 (25 landed). Pacheco reclaims in 8-9, jabbing 45/70. Cut worsens. 10-9 Sadjo Round 7, Pacheco 8-9.
Round 10-12: Pacheco dominates 10-11 with volume (55/85), body work slowing Sadjo. Final round: Sadjo swings, but Pacheco’s 32 landed seal it. Compubox: Pacheco 240/420 (57%) to Sadjo’s 170/380 (45%). UD for Pacheco.
Key Moments and Impact
Pacheco’s Precision: 240/420 punches (57% accuracy) overwhelmed Sadjo, jabs dictating pace. @MatchroomBoxing: “Punisher reigns supreme.” Sadjo’s Power: Round 7 stagger and 50 body shots kept it alive, 45% accuracy gritty. Fan Reaction: The 11,000 erupted for Pacheco’s combos; X polls 72% Pacheco. Cut Impact: Sadjo’s cheek cut impaired vision, but he absorbed 6.2 per round.
Post-Fight Analysis and Implications
Pacheco, now 25-0, called out Canelo: “I’m ready for the big leagues!” His win nets $75,000 bonuses, 75% KO rate strong; elite tests await. Sadjo, 26-1, gracious: “Pacheco’s levels up; I’ll rebound.” Power intact for contenders. Super middleweight heats with Canelo, Benavidez lurking.
Event Context and Stockton Atmosphere
The card featured Flores Jr. UD over Cordina co-main, Nicolson interim TKO of Luna; 55% decisions added depth. Fans hyped by local bashes; @DAZNBoxing: “Stockton stars shine.” DAZN’s stream marked a 2025 contender clash.
What’s Next?
Pacheco eyes Canelo eliminator in 2026. Sadjo targets European return. This Stockton clinic cements Pacheco’s rise.
On December 13, 2025, Diego Pacheco outclassed Kevin Lele Sadjo via UD, precision claiming WBC Silver amid arena roars. Skill sets world-title path, as 168-pound intrigue builds.
