Nicaraguan-American boxer “Lupe” Medina signs with Jake Paul’s promoter

Nicaraguan-American boxer Guadalupe “Lupe” Medina has taken a significant career step by signing with Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), a boxing promoter co-founded by YouTuber Jake Paul and businessman Nakisa Bidarian. MVP announced Medina's signing on June 4, 2026, positioning the 22-year-old as a top prospect in women's boxing. Medina currently holds the second-ranked position in both the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and the International Boxing Federation (IBF) rankings. Known as “Baby Face Assassin,” Medina will be part of “MVPW,” a new global platform launched by the promoter to increase visibility for elite female athletes in the sport. Medina, whose parents are from Nicaragua, was born and raised in Los Angeles. She has spoken about her upbringing, influenced by Nicaraguan culture and boxing legends like Alexis Argüello. She expressed her honor and gratitude for joining MVP, stating her desire to be part of a promoter revolutionizing women's boxing and providing athletes with the platform they deserve. Medina also aims to contribute to the growth of women's boxing. Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian highlighted Medina's potential, believing she is poised for greatness and could become Nicaragua's next world champion. Medina joins fellow Nicaraguan-descended athletes, sisters Yokasta and Naomy Valle, who were signed by MVP in 2025. Founded in 2021, MVP has organized 30 professional boxing events and represents over 60 boxers, including 18 world champions and 26 top contenders.

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I feel incredibly honored and grateful to join MVP. To be part of a promoter that is revolutionizing women's boxing and providing athletes with the platform they deserve. It is exactly where I want to be.