The Champ Is Back
Isaiah “The Hammer” Quinones is once again the Power Slap Middleweight Champion, after delivering on his promise to put his rival to sleep at Power Slap 15.
“I told him I’d put him to sleep — and I did,” Quinones said with a grin. “All the hostility, all the back-and-forth — it’s done. No more crying, no more controversy. I didn’t leave it up to the judges this time.”
Quinones wasted no time making a statement, ending the fight in the very first round to reclaim his title.
Breaking Down the Rematch
When asked what changed in the second meeting, Quinones pointed out that his opponent tried to hide his chin — but it didn’t work.
“The first time, he kept his chin back,” Quinones explained. “They even told him to fix it. I lifted his beard in front of the ref to show where it was at. He didn’t really trim it down like they asked, but I still found my mark. That second time, I got a clean slap — and it was over.”
This win not only settles the score but also solidifies Quinones’ reputation as one of the most dangerous precision strikers in the sport.
Personal Fuel and Redemption
The bad blood leading into Power Slap 15 clearly fueled Quinones’ fire.
“It pissed me off,” he admitted. “He threw our friendship away. I’ve always been real — people know where they stand with me. Even if I don’t like someone, I’ll be honest about it. But when you use personal stuff against me, that’s when it gets real.”
The win meant even more with his family in attendance. Quinones’ daughter was cageside — and with a son on the way, the champ says this moment will forever hold meaning in his career.
“Now I’m a champ again — and I’ll still be champ when my son is born,” he said proudly. “That’s special. I want my kids to see that their dad didn’t just talk — he delivered.”
Keeping the Division Alive
With key fighters leaving the division, Quinones is focused on keeping the middleweight ranks exciting.
“We’ve got Stunt Marshall, Brandon Rhodes, Garrett Grimes — there are still killers here,” he said. “We’re going to keep this division alive and keep it entertaining.”
As for what’s next, Quinones already has his eyes set on the next challenge.
“It’s probably going to be Brandon Rhodes,” he said. “He’s got power, but I’ll probably have to coach him on how to hit clean. I told him, ‘Stop missing, bro. Stop going high.’ But it’s all part of the game — we’ll make it happen.”
Eyes on the Future
Beyond competition, Quinones wants to continue elevating his brand and building his career full-time in Power Slap.
“I’m talking to Frank right after this,” he revealed. “I feel like I deserve it now. I put on a show. I’m the pretty face of Power Slap — top three for sure,” he said laughing.
Quinones has already proven he’s more than just a fighter — he’s a showman, a marketer, and one of the league’s most reliable headliners.
“I’m getting sponsors, representing brands like Dia Soul, and putting myself out there,” Quinones said. “Now that the belt’s back where it belongs, it’s time to make this thing even bigger.”
Legacy Secured — for Now
With the trilogy settled and the gold back around his waist, Isaiah Quinones has once again proven why he’s one of the faces of Power Slap.
He’s not just fighting for himself — he’s fighting for his family, his legacy, and the future of the sport.
“This is what it’s all about,” Quinones said. “Being a champion in and out of the cage — that’s what I’m here for.”