Santiago, Chile – November 7, 2025 – The Haitian flag flew a little higher in South America as 21-year-old super lightweight Kervens Bouche delivered a boxing clinic, outclassing Chile’s Tomás Lastra by unanimous decision (40-36, 40-36, 39-37) over four rounds at the star-studded La Noche de Combos II inside Teatro Caupolicán.
In a night that mixed high-profile influencer bouts with pure professional boxing, it was the quiet kid from Port-au-Prince who reminded everyone why the sweet science still reigns supreme. Bouche improved to 3-0 (0 KOs) and sent a clear message: Haiti’s next boxing star is on the rise.
Facing a hostile crowd roaring for local warrior Lastra, Bouche stayed ice-cold from the opening bell. The Chilean came forward with heavy, looping hooks, trying to turn the fight into a brawl, but the Haitian used slick head movement, textbook footwork, and stinging counters to neutralize the pressure and steadily take control. By the championship rounds, Lastra was reduced to chasing shadows while Bouche boxed beautiful circles around him.
This wasn’t Bouche’s first time shining under Santiago’s lights. Just two years ago, at the 2023 Pan American Games held in the same city, he announced himself to the continent by brutally stopping Colombia’s José Manuel Viáfara in amateur competition. Returning now as a pro and leaving with another W felt like poetic justice.
His young professional résumé is already impressive:
- Debut: Decision win over Fernando Candela (Dominican Republic) at Odin Fight Night
- Fight #2: Another clear decision victory
- Fight #3: Masterful performance against a tough, undefeated Chilean in front of 6,000 hostile fans
The victory didn’t just extend an undefeated record – it opened doors. Promoters in the building were already whispering about regional title opportunities in 2026, with talks of stepping up to eight-round fights against ranked South American contenders.
But Bouche’s ambitions stretch far beyond belts in the pro ranks. In posts immediately after the fight, the soft-spoken warrior made his ultimate goal crystal clear:
“3-0 pro – Next mission: qualify Haiti for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games – We keep working in silence. God is great.”
At only 21, with amateur pedigree, pro experience, and an iron discipline forged in the toughest conditions imaginable, Kervens Bouche is building something special – one victory, one round, one dream at a time.
Haiti has produced legends like Andre Berto and Adonis Stevenson in the past. The next chapter appears to be writing itself in real time.
Keep your eyes on this kid. The best is yet to come.
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