WALDORF, Md. — Ghana’s Mohammed “Golden Boy” Aryeetey added another important victory to his growing résumé Saturday night, handing previously undefeated Johnny Paredes the first loss of his professional career with a convincing unanimous decision at the Capital Clubhouse in Waldorf, Maryland.

The six-round super flyweight contest took place on Davis Boxing Promotions’ Waldorf Boxing Pro-Series II on August 15, with Aryeetey entering the ring at 11-1-1 against a Paredes who had won his first two professional fights. By the end of six rounds, however, the judges were in complete agreement.

Aryeetey earned the unanimous decision by scores of 59-55, 60-54 and 60-55, improving his professional record to 12-1-1 with eight knockouts. For Paredes, the defeat drops his record to 2-1 and brings an end to his unbeaten start as a professional. BoxRec lists Aryeetey as the winner of the super flyweight contest.

Experience Shows Over Six Rounds

On paper, the matchup presented an interesting contrast. Aryeetey entered with 13 professional fights behind him, while Paredes had just two. At 25 years old and standing approximately 5-foot-7, Paredes also possessed a significant height advantage over the 5-foot-3 Aryeetey.

But Aryeetey brought something that could not be measured simply by height or reach: experience. The Ghanaian had already been through wins, a loss and a draw during his professional career and had competed both at home and internationally. Against an undefeated opponent looking to take a major step forward, Aryeetey produced the composed performance needed to control the contest and convince all three judges.

The scorecards demonstrated the extent of that control. One judge awarded Aryeetey every round at 60-54, while the other two had him comfortably ahead at 59-55 and 60-55. There would be no controversy and no need for interpretation when the decision was announced. All three judges had the Ghanaian winning. Another American Victory for Aryeetey

The result carries additional significance because it continues Aryeetey’s improving fortunes in the United States.

The Paredes bout represented Aryeetey’s fourth professional appearance on American soil. Earlier trips to the United States had produced mixed results, including a draw in 2022 and a defeat in 2023. The victory over Paredes gave him consecutive wins in the U.S.

That progression could prove important for a fighter attempting to establish himself beyond Ghana. Aryeetey has already demonstrated that he can win at home. Now he is beginning to demonstrate that he can travel and do the same. And this time, he did it against an opponent who had never previously lost.

Paredes’ “0” Disappears

For Paredes, Waldorf represented an opportunity to move to 3-0 and make a statement against by far the more experienced fighter. Instead, Aryeetey became the first man to put a professional loss on his record. That makes the victory more meaningful than simply adding another win to Aryeetey’s résumé.

At this stage of a fighter’s career, an undefeated record carries value. Paredes entered with one, and Aryeetey took it away. The Ghanaian did not need a knockout to make his statement. He did it round by round. When six rounds were completed, the three scorecards told the story: 59-55, 60-54 and 60-55.

Ghanaian Pride on an International Night

Aryeetey was one of several Ghanaian fighters competing internationally that weekend, with considerable attention back home focused on how the country’s fighters would perform abroad. While other Ghanaian fighters faced difficult assignments elsewhere, Aryeetey delivered a victory in Maryland, earning recognition in the Ghanaian press for his performance.

For the 23-year-old, the win pushes his record to 12 victories, one defeat and one draw, with eight victories coming by knockout. More importantly, it gives Aryeetey another building block as he attempts to move beyond prospect status and toward bigger opportunities in the super flyweight division.

Golden Boy Keeps Moving Forward

Professional boxing careers are rarely defined by a straight line. Aryeetey has already experienced that. He has won. He has lost. He has drawn. And now, after 14 professional fights, he appears to be building momentum again. Against Paredes, there was no knockout celebration and no dramatic stoppage.

There was something potentially more valuable for a developing fighter: six rounds against an unbeaten opponent and a decisive victory on all three judges’ scorecards. Paredes came to Waldorf looking to protect his perfect record. Aryeetey came looking to continue rebuilding his momentum. When the final bell sounded, only one of them had accomplished his objective.

For Ghana’s “Golden Boy,” Waldorf became another successful stop on his American journey — and another indication that bigger tests may be waiting.

The bout was part of Davis Boxing Promotions’ Waldorf Boxing Pro-Series II, held August 15, 2026, at the Capital Clubhouse in Waldorf, Maryland. Davis Boxing Promotions lists the August 15 event as the second installment of its Waldorf Boxing Pro-Series. (DAVIS BOXING PROMOTIONS)

The event was streamed and produced by KA Sports Boxing, bringing the action from Waldorf to boxing audiences beyond the Capital Clubhouse.