Before a dollar is spent on the PPV, Amazon Prime Video’s free “First on Prime” prelim card headlines with a genuinely intriguing super middleweight contest. Elijah Garcia, the 22-year-old Arizona southpaw with a 76% KO rate and the big-fight mentality to rise from a first-round knockdown and still beat Terrell Gausha, makes his debut at the full 168lb super middleweight limit against the experienced Kevin Newman II, who arrives on a seven-fight winning streak.
This is free to watch — on Prime Video and YouTube, from 5:30 PM ET / 10:30 PM GMT. Don’t sleep on it.
Quick note: Terrell Gausha — Garcia’s most recent opponent, beaten in March 2025 — is also fighting tonight on the PPV, against Yoenli Hernandez.
| Date | Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Venue | MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas |
| Promotion | Premier Boxing Champions |
| Division | Super Middleweight (168 lb) |
| Rounds | 10 |
| Broadcaster | FREE — Prime Video + YouTube (“First on Prime”) |
| Free Prelim Start | 5:30 PM ET / 10:30 PM GMT |
| Est. Ringwalk | ~6:30 PM ET / 11:30 PM GMT |
Elijah Garcia (17-1, 13 KOs) is the 22-year-old southpaw from Glendale, Arizona who turned professional in 2020 at the age of 16 and has spent the past six years establishing himself as one of Premier Boxing Champions’ most exciting young prospects. His 76% KO rate across 18 fights is backed by a genuine power base — 13 stoppages, including his most recent performance where he absorbed a first-round knockdown from Terrell Gausha in March 2025 and still managed to win by split decision over 10 rounds.
The mental composure shown in that Garcia vs Gausha fight is the data point that elevates him beyond a standard power puncher: he was hurt, dropped, and on the edge of an upset loss — and he came back to win the fight. That is a championship attribute. Tonight marks his first appearance at super middleweight (168lb), testing whether his frame and power carry at the higher limit.
Kevin “The Second Coming” Newman II (18-3-1, 11 KOs) is the 34-year-old Los Angeles-based super middleweight who has quietly put together a seven-fight winning streak entering this contest. His 61% KO rate and experience across 22 professional fights give him the credentials of a credible gatekeeper-level opponent — but his wins over Malcolm Jones (TKO 7, July 2025) and Alan Campa demonstrate continued competitive sharpness well into his 30s.
At 6’1” with a 74-inch reach, Newman holds a slight physical edge over Garcia, and the 12-year experience gap — Newman turned professional in 2014, Garcia in 2020 — means there are no easy questions for either fighter on a stage this large.
| Elijah Garcia | Kevin Newman II | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-1 | 18-3-1 |
| KOs | 13 (76%) | 11 (61%) |
| Age | 22 | 34 |
| Height | 6’0” / 183 cm | 6’1” / 185 cm |
| Reach | 72” / 183 cm | 74.4” / 189 cm |
| Stance | Southpaw | Orthodox |
The KO rate advantage belongs to Garcia (76% vs 61%), as does the youth. Newman holds a marginal reach edge and the 2-inch height advantage at 6’1”.
Elijah Garcia — Recent Fights
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | Terrell Gausha | W | SD | 10 |
| Mid-2024 | Kyrone Davis | L | — | — |
| (Earlier) | Rapid rise through pro ranks |
Garcia’s only professional loss is to Kyrone Davis. His win over Gausha — despite being knocked down in round 1 — is his career-best performance to date.
Kevin Newman II — Recent Fights
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | Malcolm Jones | W | TKO | 7 |
| 2025 | Alan Campa | W | UD | — |
| (7-fight winning streak entering) |
Southpaw vs orthodox creates the natural tactical puzzle. Garcia’s southpaw stance means his left hand — the power hand — lands on Newman’s open right side, while Newman’s right hand (power hand) lands on Garcia’s open left side. Both power punches are in play simultaneously, which should make for an exciting exchange-heavy contest.
The key dynamic is Garcia’s debut at 168lb. Does he carry his 154-lb power to the higher weight class? Against Gausha (who fights at middleweight, 160), he showed legitimate punching power. The super middleweight transition is an unknown, and Newman’s 12 career KOs suggest he has the power to punish any size issues Garcia encounters.
Garcia’s composure under pressure — proven by the Gausha knockdown recovery — is the trait that will define whether he can become a genuine super middleweight contender or whether 168 is a step beyond his comfort zone.
Elijah Garcia
Kevin Newman II
Garcia enters as a moderate favourite on the strength of his youth, KO rate, and career trajectory. Exact odds are not yet widely available, but Garcia is expected to be priced around -180 to -220. Newman’s seven-fight streak and ring IQ make this a competitive fight. Prediction: Garcia W TKO Round 6.
| Country | Broadcaster | Details |
|---|---|---|
| USA | Prime Video + YouTube | FREE | 5:30 PM ET |
| UK | Prime Video + YouTube | FREE | 10:30 PM GMT |
This fight is on the free “First on Prime” prelim card — no PPV purchase required. Available on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube from 5:30 PM ET / 10:30 PM GMT.
The main PPV card (Fundora vs Thurman + undercard) starts at 8:00 PM ET / 1:00 AM GMT and costs $74.99 / £59.99.
When is Garcia vs Newman II? Saturday, March 28, 2026 at MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas. Free prelim card starts 5:30 PM ET / 10:30 PM GMT.
How do I watch Garcia vs Newman for free? Stream it free on Amazon Prime Video or YouTube as part of the “First on Prime” prelim show, starting at 5:30 PM ET / 10:30 PM GMT. No PPV purchase needed.
What is Elijah Garcia’s record? 17-1 with 13 KOs (76% KO rate). His only professional loss was to Kyrone Davis.
Why is Garcia vs Newman significant? Garcia is making his super middleweight debut at the full 168lb limit. A strong performance — especially a stoppage — establishes him as a credible contender in the division. Also: Garcia’s last opponent Terrell Gausha is fighting on the same card (vs Hernandez on the PPV).
Who is Kevin Newman II? A 34-year-old Los Angeles super middleweight (18-3-1, 11 KOs) nicknamed “The Second Coming” who enters on a seven-fight winning streak. The “II” is part of his legal name.
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