Nazarena Romero, born on May 23, 1994, in Catamarca, Argentina, is an Argentine professional boxer with a record of 14-0-2 (8KO). She is gaining recognition in the world of women’s boxing for her skills and determination in the sport.
With her impressive record Romero has proven to be a force to be reckoned with in the super bantamweight division. Her dedication and perseverance serve as a testament to her passion for the sport and her desire to succeed. As she continues to rise through the ranks, it will be exciting to see what the future holds for this talented Argentine boxer.
Despite facing challenges and going against the norm, Romero’s determination has propelled her to new heights in her career. With each victory, she is not just winning fights, but also paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse boxing landscape.
Her journey serves as a reminder that talent and determination know no boundaries, and that women can excel in any field when given the opportunity. Romero’s success is not just a personal achievement, but a victory for all women in sports. As she continues to write her story in the ring, Romero is leaving an indelible mark on the world of boxing and inspiring generations to come. Some of her significant fights she has had began in 2018. [not all fights listed].
On January 20, 2018, at the Polideportivo Fray Mamerto Esquiú, Catamarca, Argentina, Romero, 125¼, pro debut, of Cordoba, Argentina, won a four-round unanimous decision over Paola Farfan, 126¾.
On June 22, 2018, at the Sociedad General Belgrano, Cordoba, Cordoba, Argentina, Romero, 121¾, won by a first round KO over Elizabeth Britos, 123¼, in a scheduled four-round bout.
On August 3, 2018, at the Centro Vecinal Barrio Yofre, Cordoba, Argentina
Super bantamweight Nazarena Romero, 120¾, won a six-round unanimous decision over Marianela Ramirez, 120¼. Final judges scores were 58½-54½, 58-54, and 59-53½.
On September 14, 2018, at the Club Unión Social y Deportivo, Cruz Alta, Cordoba, Argentina, Romero, 120.5, won by a second round TKO over Eliana Cuello, 118.5. The bout was scheduled for six rounds.
On October 19, 2018, at the Club Unión Sportiva, Recreo, Catamarca, Argentina, Romero, 120¼, now 5-0-0 (3KO), of Cordoba, won by a fourth round TKO over Elizabeth Britos, 122¼, 1-8-1 (0KO), of Santa Fe, in a scheduled six rounder. This was a rematch for the two, when Romero last fought her on June 22, 2018, winning by KO in the first round.
On December 28, 2019, at the Club Independiente, Zarate, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Romero, 121.5, won a ten-round unanimous decision over Laura Griffa, 122. The two were fighting for the vacant Artentina (FAB) Super Bantamweight title, and the vacant South American Super Bantamweight Title.
On April 29, 2023, at the Hotel Quinto Centenario, Cordoba, Argentina
Nazarena Romero won by a third round TKO over Julieta Andrea Ines Cardoza. The bout was scheduled for ten rounds. The two were fighting for the WBA Federlatin Super Bantamweight title.
On June 10, 2023, at the Casino Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Maylerin Rivas, 121¼, of Maracaibo, Venezuela, fought to a Draw by TD, where the fight stopped in the fifth round after Rivas had an accidental headbutt with her opponent, Nazarena Romero, 121½, of Cordoba, Argentina. The bout was scheduled for ten rounds. Rivas went down in the third round. The headbutt caused a nasty cut over Romero’s left Eyelid.
On May 11, 2024, at the Palenque de la Feria, Aguascalientes
Erika Cruz Hernandez, 121, had a ten-round split draw with Nazarena Romero, 121 1/2. The two were fighting for the WBA World Bantamweight title.
On August 24, 2024, at the Casino Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Nazarena Romero won a ten-round bout by a tenth round TKO of Paulette Valenzuela Cuesta. Judges scores were 89-82, 89-82 and 88–83Valenzuela’s corner threw the towel threw in the towel at 30 seconds in the 10th round.
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