Edgar Berlanga appeared dropped by Hamzah Sheeraz in the fifth round after Sheeraz put Berlanga down three times on the same night at Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens, with Berlanga unable to recover. The result positioned Sheeraz as a likely WBO super middleweight title mandatory challenger, while Berlanga's defeat prompted discussions about adjusting his training and strategy moving forward. The bout occurred on Ring III, noting showmanship and notable broadcast attention. Observers saw the dramatic finish as a turning point for both fighters. The card at Queens delivered several key outcomes, with Sheeraz appearing as the more dominant challenger.