One of the most prolific amateurs of our generation, Julius "Juju" Ballo of San Diego, CA, continued to make waves becoming the first pro-debut to sign a ground breaking co-promotional deal with OTX and Top Rank.

With over 200+ amateur bouts to his name Ballo enters the paid ranks following a storied amateur run culminating in May’s gold medal at the National Golden Gloves. He won the USA National Championships in 2022 and 2021 and captured gold at the 2021 Junior Pan American Games in Cali, Colombia. Ballo holds amateur victories over many notable names, including undefeated Steven Navarro, 2024 U.S. Olympian Jahmal Harvey, and undefeated puncher Jhon Orobio.

“OTX has built a platform for the next generation of boxing fans. Combining that with Top Rank’s prestige, I knew this was the perfect team to help launch my professional career,” Ballo said. “I represent a new school of fighters looking to revamp the sport, and I’m looking forward to building my way to the top.”