The lightweights Joshua James Pagan and Trevor Thonson will fight at the Coca Cola Music Hall in San Juan, Puerto Rico on October 18.
They will fight over 10 rounds, after the 10-round light-heavyweight contest between Juan Carillo and Lenin Castillo.
“This is something I’ve dreamed about since I was a kid watching fights on Showtime and HBO,” said Pagan, 24 and of Puerto Rican descent. “I am beyond blessed and excited for the opportunity to headline my first fight card and to do so in Puerto Rico is even more special.
“I am deep in training now and I will be ready to put on a show for my family back home. I couldn’t do any of this without God, my dad, and the support of my whole family.
“Thonson is a tough fighter. Also undefeated and very skilful. I am preparing for the very best Trevor Thonson and I am going to be the very best version of myself on October 18. You don’t want to miss the Double J Pagan show.”
“Headlining on a DAZN card will be an amazing experience,” said the 32-year-old Thonson. “But it’s only the first of many.
“My opponent, Joshua Pagan, is a hungry, undefeated fighter who has had a good start in his career. He will definitely bring his best, and so will I. Pagan is a test that I need to pass but, respectfully, everyone is a stepping-stone until I secure a world title.”
Dmitriy Salita’s Salita Promotions will oversee Pagan-Thonson.