Liam Paro Shocks Subriel Matias, Wins IBF 140-Pound Title

Liam Paro stormed into enemy territory and left with the biggest win of his career.

The longshot underdog thrived in his first career title fight as he outpointed Subriel Matias in a massive upset. Scores were 115-112, 115-112 and 116-111 for Paro, who claimed the IBF 140-pound title Saturday at Coliseo Juan Aubin Cruz Abreu in Manatí, Puerto Rico.

Australia’s Paro tempted fate, given his approach mirrored the start of Matias’ last two opponents. Jeremias Ponce and Shohjahon Ergashev...