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Subota, Juni 17, 2017
AT MANDALAY BAY EVENTS CENTER, LAS VEGAS
PRESENTED LIVE BY HBO PAY-PER-VIEW®
LAS VEGAS, NV (June XX, 2017) - On the heels of the most anticipated fight of the summer, here is what some of the media are predicting for Andre Ward vs. Sergey Kovalev 2: “The Rematch” on Subota, Jun 17 Mandalay Bay Events u centar u Las Vegasu. The championship event, presented by Corona Extra, will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View® beginning at 9:00 poslije podne. I/6:00 poslije podne. PT.
Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press
I had Kovalev winning the first fight, so maybe I’m the wrong one to ask. But I think a boxer always has an easier time making adjustments than a puncher and that should favor Ward in the rematch. Ward has a good measure on Kovalev’s power and he’s really good at switching things up in the ring, as he did in the late rounds of the first fight. I think it goes the distance again, with Ward taking a unanimous decision.
Štićenik: Unanimous Decision
Bernard Fernandez, SweetScience.com
There is an expanding school of thought that Ward, the craftsman/technician, will be even better the second time around, having had 12 rounds and months of tape time to work out an even more intricate fight plan. I’m not sure I buy into that. Kovalev is no one-trick pony; he has skills to go along with superior power. If it’s a KO, he probably gets it, and it’s not out of the question that he can win on points as well. Let’s call it “Krusher” po 10th round stoppage.
Kovalev: 10th Round Stoppage
Keith Idec, BoxingScene.com
Kovalev by split decision. There isn’t much separating these elite light heavyweights. Expect another very competitive fight that includes several more very difficult rounds to score. Kovalev will win a debatable decision this time and create demand for a rubber match.
Kovalev: Split Decision
Michael Rosenthal, Editor Ring
Ward was successful in the second half of his first fight with Kovalev because he made necessary adjustments. I believe he’ll carry that knowledge and momentum into the rematch, which he’ll win by a unanimous decision in another competitive fight. No controversy this time.
Štićenik: Unanimous Decision
Matt Christie, Boxing News Online
Just like the first contest, this one is exceptionally hard to call and the events of that closer than close opener do little to make the job of choosing a winner any easier. Kovalev was a menace throughout, but perhaps the defining factor could be Ward’s ability to adjust. He did it in the first bout whereas Kovalev struggled to when it became clear the tide was turning. The pick is for Ward to win again on points, but without the controversy.
Štićenik: Unanimous Decision
Brian Campbell, CBSSports.com
Ward has already tasted Kovalev’s power and figured out ways to adjust and disarm “The Krusher.” That puts the pressure on the former champion. While you can expect Kovalev to be more aggressive, Ward just seems to have an answer for every style thrown at him.
Štićenik: Unanimous Decision
Willard Ogan, NBC Sports Bay Area
The fight will start slow with Ward working inside. Body shots will do Kovalev in.
Štićenik: 10th Round TKO
Michael Woods, NYFights.com
Ward adapted pretty quick to the Russian’s attack. We should see “Round 13” look like the second two-thirds of fight one. Unless Sergey is fresher on fight night because he’s not over trained. But he is 34, and he is what he is. Ward is the better adaptor, and a defensive master.
Štićenik: Unanimous Decision
Daiske Sugiura, Prostak! Japan
Kovalev might be spending too much energy on hating Ward, which could backfire, and Ward is calm and collected, focused on what he needs to do. To se, rekao je, I watched the first fight twice, scored it for Kovalev both times. Quite simply, Kovalev is a better and stronger fighter at this weight class, it won’t change, and the judges will get it right this time.
Kovalev: Unanimous Decision
Ward vs. Kovalev 2: “The Rematch," a 12-round mega-fight for the WBO/IBF/WBA Light Heavyweight World Championships, is presented by Roc Nation Sports, Main Events, Andre Ward Promotions, Krusher Promotions and Corona Extra, sponsored by Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Jetlux, Life10 Electrolyte, Zappos, D’USSÉ Cognac, ProSupps and Powered by Monster. The championship event takes place Subota, Jun 17 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas and will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View® beginning at 9:00 poslije podne. I/6:00 poslije podne. PT. Tickets for Ward-Kovalev 2: “The Rematch” are available on axs.com and at the Mandalay Bay Events Center Box Office.
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ZA immediate release: Lewiston, Mejn (Jun 14, 2017) – Derek Daley vjeruje da mu trening mješovitih borilačkih vještina daje prednost u karijeri. Takođe prepoznaje da ga trening sa prvorazrednim MMA-om čini boljim mješovitim borilačkim vještinom.
To je užurban život za Daley, policajac i otac šestogodišnje kćerke, Ona. Noću će se otrgnuti na nekoliko pomahnitalih trenutakaSubota, Jun 17, kada se prvi put nakon godinu dana vraća u šesterokut New England Fights.
Daley, 27, je jedan od sedam boraca koji će predstavljati svoju teretanu u Brunswicku na “NEF-u 29: Zvijezde & Pruge. " Zvono za otvaranje je postavljeno za 7 poslije podne. u Androscoggin Bank Colisee u Lewistonu.
„Poboljšao sam se u svim oblastima, i zaista sam poboljšao kardio,"Rekao je Daley. "U svojoj prvoj borbi brinuo sam se šta bi se moglo dogoditi ako dođem u treću rundu."
Jedva se stiglo oznojiti. Daley, dvostruki prvak u hrvanju u Maineu u srednjoj školi Dirigo u Dixfieldu koji je kasnije igrao koledž fudbal na Husson University, poslao samo Johela Stephensona 55 sekundi.
„Imali smo plan igre da ga udarimo pravim udarcem kako bismo ga postavili za glavu nadesno, a zatim ga spustite na prostirku i završite s mljevenjem,"Rekao je Daley. „Zapravo se odvijalo upravo onako kako smo planirali, što je bilo sjajno. "
Ovaj put, Daley (1-0) preuzima sezonskog Franka Johansona (2-2) Lewistonovog brazilskog Jiu-Jitsu-a iz Srednjeg Mainea u perolakom amaterskom otpadu.
Daley se pridružio Rasu Hyltonu, Dominic Jones, Rafael Velado, Josh Jones, Jake Deppmeyer i Jon Tefft u kontingentu prve klase na listi. U centar za obuku i MMA fenomen namamio ga je drugi lokalni policajac boreći se u njegovoj krvi, Nick Gulliver iz Jaya.
„Trenirao sam jiu-jitsu u livnici u Farmingtonu,"Rekao je Daley. “Nick je rekao (MMA) dobro prevesti na provođenje zakona, i bio je u pravu. Više, John i Jody (Zrak) su samo sjajni ljudi. "
Raioovo iskustvo na prostirci za hrvanje u srednjoškolskim i fakultetskim školama učinilo ga je prirodnim mentorom za Daleyja, koji je pogodio plato sa 100 pobjeda početkom svoje juniorske godine u Dirigu.
Daley je osvojio 119-kilogramsku titulu države kao druga godina i podržao je kao senior u 135 funti, nedaleko od mjesta na kojem se danas bori 145.
“Derek je strašan sportaš i jedan od naših najboljih hrvača,”Rekao je Raio. „Ima solidan stav i daje 100 posto svake nastave i sparinga. "
Doduše, Daleyu je teško uskladiti konkurentsku strast sa procvjetalom policijskom karijerom.
Počeo je kao oficir u Wiltonu. Nakon preseljenja u Richmond, prijavio se za posao u tri okolna grada. Augusta mu je prva dala ponudu.
„Tu sam od novembra i savršeno mi odgovara,"Rekao je Daley. "Imam sjajnog narednika i sjajan tim."
Policijski posao je porodična tradicija. Daleyev otac, Jelen, glavni je zamjenik šerifa okruga Oxford.
Nije bio slučaj da otac želi da mu sin napuni cipele.
„Završila sam fizičko obrazovanje,”Primijetio je Daley. „Tata je rekao, ‘Budi učitelj. Ne ulazite u provođenje zakona.’ But it’s one of those things that must be pretty stubborn in the family, because my brother and I both are police officers. The schedule is tough and unpredictable.”
First Class MMA helps Daley bring his commitments as cop and fighter under one roof. “It’s a great workout. I’m not really into traditional weight lifting. Mislim, I did it when I played college football (Husson). This way I get a workout, but it doesn’t feel like I’m working,"Rekao je. “It definitely makes me feel more comfortable if I ever have to get into a physical confrontation as an officer.”
Zrak, now retired from the cage after a run as one of NEF’s most popular fighters in its infancy, understands the home vs. work vs. family balance. He is the father of two and was employed full time with the U.S. Postal Service when he got the itch to try combat sports once again.
Još, he is high on his pupil’s potential if Daley ever decides to focus fully on the cage.
“The sky is the limit for him in this sport. I can see him getting to the UFC or Bellator if that is the path he chooses,”Rekao je Raio. “He is an outstanding police officer and a great father as well. He puts his daughter first in everything he does.”
Daley returns the compliments, insisting that even if his foray into MMA winds up being a cup of coffee, he will continue to train at First Class for fitness purposes. He describes the atmosphere as a tight circle of friends and a brotherhood.
“It’s a great group of guys. There are no egos,"Rekao je Daley. “I was kind of worried about that when I first showed up. Was I going to be (a target) because I’m a police officer, or were there a bunch of guys all looking to be the alpha dog? But it’s quite the opposite. It’s like a big family. You’re punching a guy in the face, but you’re family.”
That goes double for his friendship with Gulliver, who is undefeated as an amateur heavyweight.
“I feel like a baby gorilla with its mom when I’m working out with Nick,” he quipped. “I think for him it’s enjoyment just to pound on me.”
It certainly reduces the stress when he gets the opportunity to pick on someone his own size at an NEF card, although Daley knows better than to take the veteran Johanson lightly.
The CMBJJ fighter enters on a two-fight winning streak, and he defeated First Class’ Deppmeyer in February.
“Frank is a tough opponent. I saw his fight against Jake,"Rekao je Daley. “He has a tough chin. He takes shots and just keeps coming forward.”
Even though he fought in front of thousands at the state wrestling showcase four times as a high school student, Daley is humble enough to acknowledge that an NEF show is a different animal.
“I was a complete nervous wreck, like almost to the point where I was ready to puke behind the curtain,” he said of his debut. “Then once I stepped in the cage, it went away and I just did what I had to do. I was able to shake off the rust a little bit.
“But it’s still different from wrestling. Back then I wasn’t getting punched in the face.”
The Jun 17 card features four professional MMA fights, four pro boxing matches, and seven amateur skirmishes in the cage. Tickets to “NEF 29: Zvijezde & Stripes” start at $25 a dostupne su pozivom (207) 783-2009 ext. 525 ili na www.thecolisee.com. For more information on the fight card, posjetitewww.newenglandfights.com.
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WARD-KOVALEV 2: “THE REMATCH” SET FOR Subota, Juni 17, 2017
AT MANDALAY BAY EVENTS CENTER, LAS VEGAS
PRESENTED LIVE BY HBO PAY-PER-VIEW®
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LAS VEGAS, NV (Jun 13, 2017) – Unified Light Heavyweight World Champion Andre “S.O.G.” Ward (31-0, 15 KOs) and former titleholder Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (30-1-1, 26 KOs) opened Fight Week Powered by Monster with their Grand Arrivals at Mizuya Lounge at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on Tuesday, Jun 13, ahead of their ultimate rematch on Subota, Jun 17 Mandalay Bay Events u centar u Las Vegasu. The championship event, presented by Corona Extra, will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View® beginning at 9:00 poslije podne. I/6:00 poslije podne. PT.
Ispod je ono što borci morali reći:
Andre “S.O.G.” Ward – Unified Light Heavyweight World Champion
“I am looking forward to making a statement in this fight and answering any questions that may be out there and removing any doubt that may be out there, so I’m excited. You got to look at the other side of the coin, there’s a lot of people that thought I won the fight and he got what he asked for. Now after this, we don’t want to hear any excuses. We don’t want to hear about anything. We’re going to shut the door on this and, like I said, take all doubt and all questions off the table.
“In this sport, I have very little room for error. I always have the pressure on my side – no matter if I’m the challenger or the champion. But that’s OK because me and my team, we’ve learned how to deal with the pressure. We know how to deal with it. I come here looking forward to bringing back everything that I brought, including those belts. Uzbuđen sam. Ne mogu čekati, we’re a couple days away. All of this talking is getting ready to be over. We’re getting ready for my favorite part, which is the fight. Jun 17. It’s about business, so I did what I had to do the first time. I’m looking to turn it up this time.
“The pressure is always on, jedan. It comes with my territory and it’s been like this since I’ve been a baby – 16 godina star, 17 godina star. You get to a point where you don’t run from the pressure, you embrace it. That’s what all the greats do. All I got to do is be myself and that will be enough. Everything else will take care of itself. At the highest level, you’re going to face adversity. It’s not if, it’s when. But the question is how do you respond? We responded like we were supposed to. I’m just looking forward to giving the fans another great fight in a few days here at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on Jun 17.
“A lot of people talk about the jab and the right hand. But if you look at the second part of the fight, on [Kovalev] wasn’t landing right hands and jabs. He had a good moment and he’s a really great fighter – I’m not taking anything away from him. That’s why I want to face the best, biti najbolji. Some people thought I won, some people thought I lost. So let’s do it again and that’s the beauty of rematches in this sport. It’s nothing to get defensive about. You just lace it up, do it again and we’ll see what happens.
“I got out of that business a long time ago - trying to prove people wrong – because it’s not an even playing field. I’ve shut guys out – 120-108; 120-107 on the scorecard – and I’ve literally heard grumblings about something. If it’s not this, it’s that. You get to a place where you mature as a man, you mature as an athlete, and you make the decision that ‘I’m going to live my life in the middle.’ I appreciate the praises, but I can’t get too high with those. And the criticisms – I can’t get too low with those. People are entitled to their opinions. Let me just keep doing me and that’s really the best place to be as an athlete.
“Tactically, I obviously want to have a better start and I’m going to have a better start. That’s really what got me in my hole – the start. I’m sure he’s made some adjustments and he’s going to come harder, ali ja sam spreman. I’ve done everything I’m supposed to do. When you prepare the way you’re supposed to – and all the boxes are checked – it’s time to go to work. And I’m going to go to work, having fun and enjoying what I do, and put on a show in the process on Jun 17."
Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev – Former Unified Light Heavyweight World Champion
“You know it’s good that he’s believing himself right now, that he’s got the key for me, but he didn’t get the key. He won two rounds against me as empty Kovalev, I remember I was like a heavy bag. Just like a fighter who came in the boxing gym like one month ago. And he’s like right now, ‘oh yeah I beat the Kovalev, but he won with empty Kovalev’.
“For this fight, I definitely had to get in shape, have different emotions and different motivations. I don’t just want to get my belts back and thank boxing fans for the support. I want to thank my haters – they motivate me to keep going. I want to get my belts and I’m here for this.
"Da, my fists will say it. I’ve already said enough. I want to say to Team Ward – they’ve said a lot of trash to my side, my team. He will pay for everything; Obećavam ti.
“I appreciate him giving me the opportunity to get my belts back and on Jun 17 it’s going to be a different fight.
“I was empty one month before the November fight. Ward fought an empty Kovalev. This time I will not be empty – Ward will be fighting Krusher. I had pushed myself so hard in the beginning of training camp that one month out I was empty. I felt so much presser for the fight – my first fight on HBO Pay-Per-View – that I just trained too hard.”