On June 4, 2026, Albert Ramírez defeated Lerrone Richards by split decision in a 12-round WBA interim light heavyweight world title bout at the Casino de Montréal in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Ramírez retained his title in a very close fight, using his pressure and power punching against Richards’ movement and defensive style, with the judges scoring the bout 115–113, 115–113 for Ramírez and 116–112 for Richards.