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Jones and Brown seek redemption in MVP debut

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Oshae Jones heads to Orlando for a high‑stakes IBF junior middleweight title defense, rematching Ella Carranza after a controversial split‑decision win last July. The bout headlines MVPW‑04 at the Caribe Royale Resort and marks Jones’s promotional debut on ESPN+. She also switched trainers to Rasheen Jefferson for this bout.

WBC featherweight champion Tiara Brown also steps into the co‑main, defending her belt against undefeated Hannah Rapp. The 38‑year‑old, 20‑0 with 11 knockouts, feels her March 2025 win over Skye Nicolson was undervalued and wants to cement pound‑for‑pound credibility. Brown works with trainer Luis Martinez for added edge, fighting in Florida where she once served as a police officer, adding hometown support.

Both fighters signed recently by MVP aim to validate the promotion’s investment and attract broader viewership. Jones claims trainer changes and personal issues hampered her first fight, while Brown says her title victory was ignored by the media. A knockout would silence critics, boosting MVP’s credibility on ESPN and solidifying their standing in women’s boxing.