Undefeated WBO #13 heavyweight moves to 13-0 with 12th KO win

Gustavo Trujillo vs Donald Haynesworth results

Undefeated heavyweight contender, Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo (13-0, 12 KOs) continued his impressive ascent through the heavyweight division with a devastating second-round knockout victory over veteran Donald Haynesworth (19-11-1, 17 KOs) on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

The scheduled 10-round heavyweight showdown took place as part of “Fist of Fury 13,” presented by The Heavyweight Factory, where Trujillo once again demonstrated the explosive punching power that has made him one of the division's emerging threats.

Currently ranked No.13 by the World Boxing Organization (WBO), Trujillo delivered another emphatic performance, stopping the experienced Haynesworth in just two rounds. After punishing Haynseworth over one round, Trujillo drilled him with a powrful right hand to end the contest. The victory marked his 12th knockout in 13 professional fights, further solidifying his reputation as a dangerous heavyweight with legitimate world championship aspirations.

“This is exactly the kind of performance I wanted to deliver,” said Trujillo. “I respect Donald Haynesworth for stepping into the ring with me, but I'm on a mission to become heavyweight champion of the world. Every fight is another opportunity to prove that I belong among the best heavyweights in boxing. I'm getting stronger, more experienced, and more confident with every victory. I'm ready for bigger challenges, and I want everyone in the division to know that I'm coming.”

With his combination of knockout power, determination, and growing professional experience, Trujillo is positioning himself for increasingly significant opportunities against higher-ranked opposition. His latest victory adds momentum to a promising career that continues to attract attention in the heavyweight landscape.

Abe Swidan of Visionary Sports Group, who manages Trujillo, believes the undefeated contender is rapidly approaching a pivotal stage in his professional journey.

“Gustavo continues to show why we believe he has all the tools to become a world heavyweight champion,” said Swidan. “He's an explosive puncher with tremendous upside, and what makes him especially dangerous is that he's still developing and improving. Being ranked #13 by the WBO is an important step, but we're looking well beyond that. Our goal is to move him strategically through the rankings, secure meaningful fights against top-level competition, and position him for a world title opportunity. Gustavo is ready to make a serious statement in this division, and we're excited about what lies ahead.”

Trujillo's latest knockout victory underscores his growing potential in a heavyweight division filled with opportunity. With an undefeated record, an impressive knockout percentage, and a place among the WBO's top 15 contenders, the Cuban powerhouse is determined to transform his rising profile into championship contention.

“I've worked my entire life to be in this position,” Trujillo concluded. “I know what I bring to the ring, and I believe I can compete with anyone in the world. My team has a plan, and I'm going to keep knocking down every obstacle in front of me until I get my shot at the world title.”