Бруклин (Январь 12, 2017) – Super middleweight champions Баду Джека иДжеймс DeGale пошел лицом к лицу Четверг at the final press conference before their world title unification showdown that headlines action this Суббота, Январь 14 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn and live on SHOWTIME.

Mayweather Promotions President Флойд Мэйвезер discussed the highly anticipated matchup featuring his fighter, Джек, who he has helped go from contender to the top of the 168-pound division.

Телевизионный охват начинается 9:30 p.m. И/6:30 p.m. PT with junior lightweight world champion Хосе Педраса taking on undefeated contender Gervonta Дэвис, both of whom were on hand to speak to media at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan.

Fighters from the televised undercard in attendance include super bantamweight world champion Аманда Серрано who defends her title against former two-division world champion Язмин Ривас на SHOWTIME EXTREME. Also in attendance and opening up the telecast at 7 p.m. И/PT are undefeated middleweights Ievgen Khytrov иИммануил Алим и бывший титул чемпиона Томас Дюлорме, whotakes on Брайан Джонс.

Билеты на турнире, который продвигается Mayweather Promotions и DiBella Entertainment., начинаются $25. Tickets are available now and can be purchased online by visiting www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com или по телефону 1-800-745-3000. Билеты также доступны в кассах American Express в Barclays Center. Групповые скидки можно по телефону 844-BKLYN-GP.

Вот то, что участники должны были сказать, Четверг:

“I’m just happy to be here and enjoying myself. I can’t wait until Суббота night to become a unified world champion.

“I’m fighting another world champion so I know that it’s not going to be easy. не важно что, we’re getting the job done.

“На бой ночью, none of the talk matters. You have to back it up in the ring. I’m just excited about the fight. I’m not focused on anything else other than that. I just need to win.

“I’ve been paying attention to DeGale for a while. You have to study your opponent a little bit for a fight this big. I’m ready to do anything it takes to win the fight.

“I promise the fans it’s going to be an exciting fight. Не мигать, because this one could be over quickly. One punch can change the fight.

“This is champion versus champion. Это, наконец, здесь. I’m going to put on a great show and become the unified champion, no matter what it takes.

“Быть в Barclays Center в Бруклине - это удивительно. Это борьба за объединение, поэтому она не становится больше. Это бокс, и все может случиться, но в бой ночью я найду способ одержать победу.

“Это большинство людей, которые приехали из Швеции, чтобы поддержать меня. Весело иметь много поддержки дома. Я не могу дождаться, чтобы вернуться домой в качестве единого чемпиона.”

“Badou ничего не делает эффектно, но он все делает хорошо. Я должен быть на вершине своей игры, чтобы получить победу.

“Я готов, если бой идет 12 раундов или один раунд. Моя тренировка была идеальной, и все собираются вместе в бойцовскую ночь.

“Это мечта - бороться в Центре Барклайс. Много U.K. бойцы сражались в Нью-Йорке, и я рад быть другим. Это будет особенная атмосфера в ночь боя.

“Я рассчитываю на большую поддержку в субботу ночь. Мой профиль в Америке растет, и я думаю, что будет поддержка в строительстве. В детстве ты всегда хотел приехать в Америку и стать звездой.

“Лагерь готов. Это был злой лагерь. Все прошло хорошо. В Субботу ночью вы увидите двух истребителей мирового класса, начавших войну. Я не сомневаюсь, что одержу победу и стану чемпионом мира в среднем среднем весе.

“Это тот момент. Время пришло, и мы готовы. Вся моя команда гордится отличным выступлением. Я готов доказать, что я один из лучших бойцов в мире.

“I can’t wait to return to the U.K. as a unified world champion. This is a great fight for boxing and it’s going to raise my appeal all over the world.

“I think our styles are going to gel to make a great fight. But don’t be surprised about anything you see in the ring. Enjoy the fight в субботу ночь.”

“I want to thank everybody for coming out to support this event. The main thing I want to do is thank the fighters. Without the fighters going out there and racking up victories then we wouldn’t be here today for this explosive card.

“I commend James DeGale on his career. He’s done a great job. Badou Jack is very humble, appreciative and dedicated to his craft. These are unbelievable fighters.Суббота we’re looking for another great night of boxing. I think it will be one of the best cards of this year and this is one of the first.

“We have so many new faces at Mayweather Promotions, including Thomas Dulorme, and we look forward to taking him to the next level and back to world title contention.

“Everything takes time in the sport. Nothing happens overnight. We started Mayweather Promotions to give back and help fighters, not take from fighters. Я был там, so I know how these fighters feel. It takes a lot to reach this level.

“It takes a lot to get a card of this magnitude together. But I’m a man of my word. I told Gervonta Davis that he would be fighting on TV for a world title. It’s about producing, and that’s what we do at Mayweather Promotions.

“This sport is about the fighters growing and accomplishing their dreams. Helping these fighters is the greatest feeling. I’m always there to help my fighters.

“I’m so proud of Badou Jack. The first time I saw him in the gym, I was curious about him. If a guy is willing to fly overseas and take a bus to the boxing gym to accomplish his dreams, that’s what makes a great fighter.

“I gave a lot to the sport and boxing gave a lot to me. My career is over and it’s time for me to give back. I want to help them accomplish their goals.

“This is going to be a great card. Make sure you tune-in в субботу ночь. Two great world title fights on SHOWTIME and another on SHOWTIME EXTREME.”

“I’m very proud and grateful to be here and represent Puerto Rico. I’m ready to get to the fight. I’ve been training for a very long time. Это был отличный лагерь с большим количеством хороших спаррингов.

“Дэвис великий боец. Он очень молод и талантлив. У него хорошая репутация. Но я чемпион. Я готов ко всему, что он может принести на ринг.

“Я взволнован, чтобы бороться перед великими фанатами Пуэрто-Рико в Бруклине. Я думаю, что это поможет вдохновить меня на отличную игру и защиту моего пояса..

“Я готов ко всему. Я готовлюсь как чемпион каждый день, чтобы мы могли выйти на ринг и выполнить наш план игры.

“Это отличная возможность поделиться картой с другим пуэрториканцем в Аманде Серрано, и я думаю, что фанаты ждут удовольствия. Мы собираемся вывести сердце рианцев на ринг.

“Я просто надеюсь, что он был готов к бою. Because if he’s not ready, Я иду на нокаут.”

“I’m in fight mode right now. It’s my first world title shot and I had a great training camp. I trained with top amateurs. I know Pedraza will come to fight because he’s a great champion.

“It was a big step up for me when I first signed with Floyd Mayweather. He took me under his wing and helped me do things I’ve never done before. It was new for me, coming from where I come from.

“I know that Pedraza is a great fighter and I have to be ready for anything. I believe in my abilities and the work my team in during training camp. It’s going to be exciting.

“I started fighting for the money, but I lost sight of what I really came to do. I’ve dedicated myself to this team and I’m going to bring my heart and my mind into the ring.

“I’m going to show the fans and everybody watching what I’m really about. I’m not Mike Tyson, I’m not Floyd Mayweather or Sugar Ray Leonard, I’m just Gervonta Davis. НаЯнварь 14 I will become a world champion.”

“It feels great to be in this position. Это честь. Having this spotlight is an amazing thing. I’m coming to show off. I’m not going to disappoint anybody, especially the women in this sport. I’m going to show that we need to be here.

“If you don’t know me, I’m a brawler and a big puncher. I go in there to get the job done. I love to brawl but if I have to box, I’ll box with anybody.

“Я знаю, что я против жесткого мексиканского борца, который собирается принести его. Я не слишком ее изучал. Я позволил моим тренерам сделать работу, чтобы придумать план игры. Я тренируюсь для каждого противника, и я тренируюсь для каждого стиля.

“Если Ривас остается верным своему мексиканскому стилю, и если я остаюсь верным своему пуэрториканскому стилю, тогда судьям не понадобится.

“Никто из нас не собирается отступать на ночь боя. Мы идем прямо к середине ринга, и мы собираемся принести его. Я не думаю, что мы даже коснемся канатов.

“Удивительно драться дома. Это просто прогулка по кварталу для меня. Я взволнован тем, что мои друзья и сторонники наблюдают за мной. I hope everything comes down because it’s going to be a great night. It’s my second fight at Barclays Center and I hope to continue to fight here.”

“I’m very grateful to be fighting on SHOWTIME. I know that Amanda Serrano is going to be a very tough challenge, but I have a lot of experience.

“I am very experienced in the ring and I am going to use it to my full advantage. I’m going to work hard for every round until I’m a world champion.

“I’m here to give a great fight just like we always do when it’s Mexico vs. Puerto Rico.”

“I’m very thankful for everyone who helped get me here. This is the first step on my way to a world title. I believe one day soon I will be champion.

“I’m going to throw a lot of punches and put on a show for the fans. Most fighters can’t handle me when I’m aggressive and coming forward.

“It’s an honor to be on a card like this and to be televised. I can’t wait to hear the fans and start fighting.”

“I feel really good going into this fight. I was born in New York and it’s my first time fighting in New York, so I’m very excited.

“I’m taking on a good opponent with good experience and a great resume. I’m just ready to keep doing what I’ve been doing. I worked hard for this and I’m going to show what I’m capable of in the ring.

“I’m feeling great and very happy to be here and fighting for Mayweather Promotions. New York is my city and I love fighting here with all the great Puerto Rican fans.

“I feel more motivated than ever. Signing with Mayweather Promotions is going to put me on a new run. I have more energy throughout training camp and I’m excited.

“I’m working little by little to improve and get better. I’m coming to be victorious and no one is going to stop me.”

“Everyone needs to go out and buy tickets for a great night of boxing. This night will feature three world title bouts and it’s really a can’t miss night.

“SHOWTIME is leading the way when it comes to boxing. They put on the best fights by far. With the great women’s fight on this card and on SHOWTIME, I think this is the start of something great for women’s boxing.

“I can’t say enough about Gervonta Davis and Jose Pedraza. Pedraza is here to represent for Puerto Rico and Davis is here for Baltimore. Это будет война. Both these men are coming to steal the show.

“Gervonta Davis is coming to knock your head off. He’s not leaving it up to the judges. If Pedraza has overlooked him, then he is in for a rude awakening. Davis has had a great camp and come Суббота ночь, he’s going to take that title.

“I know Badou and his team have a tremendous game plan in place. He’s worked hard to get to this moment and I believe в субботу night he will be the unified super middleweight world champion.”

“This is as good as it gets for boxing. To start the year with the best fighting the best, there’s nothing better. Badou Jack and James DeGale are terrific fighters. Badou has had many obstacles in his career, but he just kept getting better and better until you couldn’t deny he was one of the best fighters in the world. James is highly decorated and has a great personality. Both these men have the right to call themselves the best.

“You can get into the arena Суббота night for $25 and that’s good the sport. We’re expecting a great crowd в субботу ночь в Barclays Center. Barclays Center is dedicated to a boxing program and they are truly committed to the sport.

“I want to thank Floyd and Leonard for everything leading up to this fight. I met Floyd when he was very young and he always believed he was going to be the best and he lived up to his word. That’s what makes a champion a great champion and now he’s committed himself to being a boxing promoter. It’s been a pleasure to work with his whole staff and I believe they’re here to say.

“The off-television undercard features three fighters who are major ticket sellers and have developed big followings. Адам Kownacki, born in Brooklyn and from Poland. He’s a Golden Glove Champion and he’s moving himself into that contender territory. There will be lots of Polish flags в субботу ночь. Julian Sosa is a 21-year-old prospect who also has a big following. Plus Ireland’s Noel Murphy, who will be making his second appearance at Barclays Center. This card is sensational.

“The first fight on SHOWTIME EXTREME features Ievgen Khytrov. He’s ranked number two by the WBC at middleweight He’s fighting a young man in Immanuwel Aleem who is also undefeated and fighting to become a contender. It’s a significant fight in the middleweight division.

“The main event on SHOWTIME EXTREME is historic. This is the first time that a women’s championship fight has been on national television in almost a decade. It’s a real move by SHOWTIME to make the point that women’s boxing has arrived and it’s time to start paying attention to the ladies.

“Jose Pedraza is the only reigning world champion from Puerto Rico. I think he’s one of the best fighters in the world. He has wins over a number of excellent fighters. This is a big opportunity for him. He’s getting an opportunity to be co-featured in New York City. With all the great Puerto Rica fans, he’s not going to let them down.”

“These fights are not mismatches. This isn’t a showcase fight or a tune-up fight. That’s not what SHOWTIME, Mayweather Promotions or Lou DiBella is about. This is about the best fighting the best. High quality competitive fights These are the fights fans have been asking for.

“The main event on SHOWTIME EXTREME is a matchup that’s worthy of this stage. A pound-for-pound women’s champion against a tough former champion. Top to bottom this is a high quality card.

“В прошлом, the sport and its fans have been spoiled. Floyd Mayweather is retired now. He’s running his businesses and it’s time for the sport to find new stars. These are the kinds of fights that launch new stars. This is where stars are born. These are the fights that the sport needs. You might see a new star born в субботу ночь.”

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Badou Jack vs. Джеймс DeGale, a 12-round super middleweight world unification fight, is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and DiBella Entertainment and takes place thisСуббота, Январь 14 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn and live on SHOWTIME. Opening the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast at 9:30 p.m. И/6:30 p.m. PT are junior lightweight world champion Хосе Педраса and unbeaten contenderGervonta Дэвис.

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