On Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Paladozza in Bologna, Pamela Noutcho Sawa defeated Karen Elizabeth Carbajal by split decision to claim the IBO World Lightweight title. The official scorecards read 97–92, 95–94, 94–95.
The fight went the distance and was decided on the judges’ scorecards. Both fighters contested the rounds with determination; the final tallies reflected a close and competitive bout. Sawa secured the victory in front of the home crowd.
The win awards Sawa an IBO world title and represents an important achievement in her professional career. For Carbajal, the result — a narrow split decision loss — came after a competitive performance on an international stage.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: Paladozza, Bologna, Italy
- Result: Pamela Noutcho Sawa def. Karen Elizabeth Carbajal — split decision (97–92, 95–94, 94–95)
- Title: IBO World Lightweight (vacant)
