Xander Yarob Zayas Castro is a rising Puerto Rican professional boxer born on September 5, 2002, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He is widely regarded for his talent and potential in the super welterweight division, boasting an undefeated record that reflects his swift rise through the boxing ranks.
Early Life and Amateur Career
Xander was proposed to boxing at the age of five in Puerto Rico, primarily to defend himself against bullies. He won his first amateur fight at six and went on to build an impressive amateur career with over 130 bouts, winning eleven national championships including multiple Puerto Rican national titles and the 2018 U.S. Youth National Championships. At age eleven, he moved to Sunrise, Florida, where he trained under coach Javiel Centeno, a key figure in developing his technical skills and boxing style.
Professional Career and Key Milestones
Zayas turned professional at just 16 years old, becoming the youngest fighter ever signed by the Top Rank promotion in 2019. He had his first professional fight on October 26, 2019, and won by knocking out Genesis Wynn in the first round. Since then, he has maintained an undefeated record of 21 wins with 13 knockouts (21-0-0), demonstrating consistent growth by defeating notable opponents like Patrick Teixeira and Elias Espadas.
Significant milestones include:
August 13, 2022 : Xander Zayas captured the NABO super welterweight title with an impressive performance against Elias Espadas. The Puerto Rican sensation showcased his power and precision, securing a fifth-round technical knockout to claim the regional belt and further establish his presence in the division.
June 8, 2024: Continuing his undefeated streak, Zayas earned one of the most notable wins of his career by defeating former world champion Patrick Teixeira. The bout took place at the iconic Madison Square Garden, where Zayas outclassed Teixeira over twelve rounds to win by unanimous decision, solidifying his place among the division’s top contenders.
September 27, 2024 : Zayas successfully defended both his NABO and NABF super welterweight titles against a durable Damian Sosa. Over twelve disciplined rounds, he displayed technical dominance and ring control, earning another unanimous decision victory to retain his belts and extend his undefeated record.
February 14, 2025: Facing German contender Slawa Spomer, Zayas once again impressed boxing fans with a commanding performance. He secured a ninth-round technical knockout, maintaining his perfect record and further strengthening his claim for a future world title shot.
Zayas is known for his composed, technically precise fighting style incorporating sharp footwork and combination punching, a style perfected with his trainer Centeno’s guidance.
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Girlfriend
Xander Zayas’s girlfriend is not publicly known or officially disclosed.
Net Worth
Zayas’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $1.8 million as of 2025. This valuation primarily comes from his earnings as an undefeated professional boxer, including fight purses, pay-per-view shares, and endorsement deals with major brands such as Bud Light and Hugo Boss. His fight earnings alone have been substantial, with purses ranging from $50,000 in his debut fight to $350,000 for upcoming bouts, alongside additional revenues from pay-per-view revenues and endorsements.
