Liam Paro Set For Richardson Hitchins Mandatory Defense, Dec. 7 In San Juan, P.R.

Liam Paro was an underdog challenger ahead of his previous trip to Puerto Rico.

This time around, he is the man on top of the mountain, attempting to defend his crown.

Back in June, the 28-year-old Australian was given the unenviable task of traveling to the Caribbean island to challenge local hero and IBF junior welterweight titleholder Subriel Matias at Coliseo Juan Aubin Cruz Abreu, Manati.

Paro was given little shot at victory against the heavy-handed Matias (20-2, 20 KOs) ...