By Miguel Rivera and Rafael Soto

BoxingScene.com reported the rumors last week, but earlier today the fight was officially announced that former champions Rafael Marquez (41-7, 37KOs) and Cristian Mijares (46-6-2, 21KOs) are going to face each other on Octoer 27th at the new Arena in Mexico City. In the co-feature, Edgar Sosa and Sonny Boy Jaro will collide. The event will be promoted by Fernando Beltran of Zanfer Promotions.