2020 U.S. Olympian Shakilya Ellis (1-0) makes her professional debut against seasoned veteran Maria Salinas (27-13-6, 7 KOs) in a featherweight bout at BOXFEST XVI. Ellis wins via unanimous decision (60-54, 58-56, 59-55).
Following the fight, Ellis had a message for the division: "Most of these females haven't had to fight someone like me. That's the big difference."
Broadcast live on DAZN to 150 million homes across 197 countries.
🗓️ October 10th, 2025
📍 Commerce Casino & Hotel, Commerce, CA
▶️ Full BOXFEST XVI card on our channel
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Following the fight, Ellis had a message for the division: "Most of these females haven't had to fight someone like me. That's the big difference."
Broadcast live on DAZN to 150 million homes across 197 countries.
🗓️ October 10th, 2025
📍 Commerce Casino & Hotel, Commerce, CA
▶️ Full BOXFEST XVI card on our channel
🔗 Follow Red Owl Boxing: linktr.ee/redowlboxing
Subscribe for fight night coverage, fighter features, and behind-the-scenes content from Red Owl Boxing.