The World Boxing Council has officially given its approval for William Zepeda and Lamont Roach to contest the vacant WBC lightweight title. This significant decision follows formal requests from both fighting camps to elevate their proposed matchup to a championship encounter, contingent on the finalization of the bout.
The WBC’s March 2026 rankings clearly indicate that the 135-pound division’s top prize is currently without an owner. Zepeda and Roach are positioned as the leading contenders, holding the coveted first and second spots, respectively, paving their way to this highly anticipated title opportunity.
