O’Shaquie Foster Unifies Three Super Featherweight Titles in San Antonio

O’Shaquie Foster claimed three super featherweight world titles in San Antonio on Saturday night, defeating Emanuel Navarrete over 12 rounds with two knockdowns in the final round. The victory added the IBF and WBO championships to Foster’s existing WBC belt at 130 pounds, establishing him as the division’s unified champion.

According to the official scorecards, the judges awarded Foster a unanimous decision by scores of 115-111, 118-108, and 118-108. The two 12th-round knockdowns strengthened his advantage and capped a commanding performance against the Mexican champion.

Foster improved his professional record to 26-3, with 12 knockouts, while Navarrete fell to 40-3-1, with 33 knockouts. Navarrete remained competitive in stretches but struggled to match Foster’s effectiveness throughout the contest.

Following the fight, Foster said he had prepared for Navarrete’s physical strength and unconventional style while believing his own abilities would make the difference.

“I knew he was going to be strong and awkward. He’s a great champion, I just had a little bit more in me tonight. I felt like I was the better inside fighter and outside fighter.

But hats off to him. I knew I was levels above him, I just wanted to prove it. He can punch, but I’ve got a chin.

I’m strong. He’s a great champion.” Foster said after the bout.

The win marks a major milestone in Foster’s career. His professional prospects appeared limited to the ShoBox level about a decade ago, but he has since progressed to the top of the super featherweight division.

Foster is now targeting undisputed status at 130 pounds, a distinction that has never been achieved in the four-belt era. Although he has previously called out Shakur Stevenson, Foster indicated that securing every major championship in his division takes priority.

His next potential opponents include the winners of upcoming title contests, although a mandatory defense may come first. Foster said he would be watching the December WBA title fight between Anthony Cacace and Nick Ball, but he may have to defend against Charly Suarez before pursuing further unification opportunities.