Rakhmanov Replaces Malik Hawkins Who Was Forced To Withdraw For Medical Reasons
NEW YORK – February 24, 2020 – Undefeated rising prospect Keith “The Bounty” Hunter will face talented Sanjarbek “War” Rakhmanov in a rematch in the 10-round super lightweightShoBox: An Giniúint Nuamain event Friday, Feabhra 28 beo ar Showtime (10:45 p.m. ET / PT) from Sam’s Town Casino in Las Vegas. Rakhmanov steps in to replace previously scheduled opponent Malik Hawkins who was forced to withdraw for medical reasons.
Hunter (11-0, 7 Kos) and Rakhmanov (12-2-1, 6 Kos) first met on February 5, 2019, in an eight-round welterweight contest that resulted in a narrow-split decision victory for Hunter. Although Hunter controlled the action in the early rounds and scored a knockdown in the second, Rakhmanov recovered and landed some heavy blows in the later rounds. The scorecards read 77-74, 76-75 agus 75-76.
Rakhmanov, who fought to a draw with Alfonso Olvera onShoBox in May of 2016, will be making his second appearance on the prospect developmental series and his ninth start at Sam’s Town Live. In his most recent performance on September 20, 2019, he broke down Andre Byrd, delivering punishment to the body for four straight rounds, leading to Byrd taking a knee and ending the fight. He currently trains with Chris Ben-Tchavtchavadze at the Mayweather Boxing Club.
The 30-year-old Rakhmanov, who was born in Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan, was a top amateur with more than 140 foircinn, including a Gold Medal win at the 2009 Asian Amateur Boxing Championship. I 2013, he became the national champion of Uzbekistan. After signing with Mayweather Promotions in 2014, he turned pro with an impressive 1:21 first-round knockout over Brett Simmons in June of 2015.
Sa ShoBox comh-príomh imeacht, 2016 Olympian and undefeated super lightweight prospect Richardson Hitchins (10-0, 5 Kos) takes on Rhode Island’s Nick DeLomba (16-2, 5 Kos) i bout 10-bhabhta. Once-beaten Las Vegas native Kevin Newman II (11-1-1, 6 Kos) faces Albania’s Genc Pllana (7-1-1, 4 Kos) in a 10-round super middleweight matchup to open the telecast.
Barry Tompkins will call the action from ringside with boxing historian Steve Farhood and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. Is é an léiritheoir feidhmiúcháin Gordon Hall le Richard Gaughan tháirgeadh agus Rick Phillips stiúradh.
Hunter Faces Fellow Unbeaten Malik Hawkins in Main Event of ShoBox: The New Generation Friday, Feabhra 28 Beo Ar Showtime®
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LAS VEGAS – February 19, 2020 – Undefeated super lightweight sensation and Las Vegas native, Keith “The Bounty” Hunter (11-0, 7 Kos), talks about training camp in advance of his upcoming showdown against fellow undefeated prospect Malik Hawkins (18-0, 11Kos) i gcás is mó de ShoBox: An Giniúint Nua ar an Aoine, Feabhra 28 beo ar Showtime (10:45 p.m. ET / PT) ó Sam’s Town Live i Las Vegas.
I gcás comh-is mó, 2016 Olympian and undefeated super lightweight prospect Richardson Hitchins (10-0, 5 Kos) takes on Rhode Island’s Nick DeLomba (16-2, 5Kos) in a 10-round bout and once-beaten Las Vegas native Kevin Newman II (11-1-1, 6 Kos) faces Albania’s Genc Pllana (7-1-1, 4 Kos) in a 10-round super middleweight matchup that opens the telecast.
Hunter, 27, tuairisceáin Sam’s Town Liveafter an impressive 2019, in which he won a decisive 10-round unanimous decision against Cameron Krael and scored an upset victory over former amateur standout Sanjarbek Rakhmanov. He comes from a family of fighters, he’s the younger brother of heavyweight contender Michael Hunter and his father was a well-respected boxer who sparred with Mike Tyson. Hunter has spent the entirety of his training camp at Prince Ranch Boxing Gym in Las Vegas, where he trains alongside undefeated welterweight Blair Cobbs.
Here is what Hunter had to say about his recent training camp and upcoming battle with Hawkins:
On his opponent…
“This is my time to shine. Hawkins is a good fighter, he is talented, but he stands in my way. I am not just fighting for myself, but for my family. If you look at my record, I’ve fought some very tough guys. I know I’m battle ready to take my career to the next level. Hawkins is going down. I am going to make people respect the Hunter name once again
“I have nothing bad to say about Malik Hawkins. He is a hard-working fighter. I just feel that I am better. Is é seo mo am, and no one can take this opportunity away from me. The problem for Hawkins is, I have trained harder than ever to get the win. I am more focused than ever.”
On training camp…
“I wanted this camp to be very specific. I get good sparring at Bones Adams’ gym and a lot of top pros have come through there like Shakur Stevenson, Manny Pacquiao, and many others. I have watched how they trained, and I have used that same work ethic and principles for this camp with the supervision of my coaches.”
On his status as a contender…
“I’m now ranked 13 ag an WBA, which makes me a contender. I must get past Hawkins, so believe me when I tell you I’m going to leave everything in the ring. I’m looking at this fight like it’s a world title. Losing is not an option.”
On making his SHOWTIME debut…
“I am excited to headline onShoBox: An Giniúint Nua. It’s a platform that launches fighters’ careers, and SHOWTIME has a fantastic and professional production crew. One goal from the beginning was to showcase my talent on a big stage like this, now I’m here. This is a very big opportunity for me, I’m not going to let it slip away.”
Hunter is managed by Greg Hannley of Prince Ranch Boxing, advised by former two-time heavyweight world champion Hasim Rahman promoted by Greg Cohen, Founder and CEO of Greg Cohen Promotions.
Heavyweight Contender Otto Wallin Buaileann Ionchais Lucas Browne In Co-Príomh Imeacht Agus Solas Heavyweight Joseph George Agus Marcos Escudero Cath I rematch In telecast Opener
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LAS VEGAS-Feabhra 11, 2020 - unbeaten son an domhain iar-bantamweightluis NeryBeidh aghaidh contender undefeatedAaron Alamedai WBC Super bantamweight Teideal Eliminator headlining gníomh beo ar Showtime Dé Sathairn, Márta 28 in imeacht Premier Seaimpíní Dornálaíochta as Páirc Amharclann i bPáirc MGM i Las Vegas.
AnShowtime Dornálaíocht: EAGRÁN SPEISIALTA® Tosaíonn tripleheader ag 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT agus gnéithe iomaitheoir trom-mheáchain squaring amach marOtto WallinagusLucas BrowneCath i mhealladh 10-bhabhta i gcás comh-is mó, móide ardú heavyweights éadrom téigh ladhar-go-ladhar marJoseph GeorgeaghaidheannaMarcos Escuderoi rematch 10-bhabhta ar a n-showdown Samhain arShoBox: An Giniúint Nuago chonaic George bhuachan cinneadh scoilt caol.
Ticéid le haghaidh an ócáid beo, a chur chun cinn ag Cur Chun Cinn TGB agus Ardú Céime Mayweather, atá ar díolDéardaoin, Feabhra 13 ag meán lae agus is féidir a cheannach agticketmaster.com. Wallin vs. Browne chun cinn i gcomhar le Tionscnaimh Salita.
"Dé Sathairn, Márta 28 ag dul a bheith ina oíche iomlán de ghníomhaíocht spreagúil phríomhfhuirseoir ag Mheicsiceo knockout ealaíontóir Luis Nery tús a cosán i dtreo teideal domhan ag bantamweight Super i gcoinne contender Mheicsiceo undefeated i Aaron Alameda,"A dúirt Tom Brown, Uachtarán na Tionscnaimh TGB. "Nuair a chuirfear san showdown trom idir Otto Wallin agus Lucas Browne, chomh maith le rematch an tsolais óga heavyweights Joseph George agus Marcos Escudero, Is oíche troid i bPáirc MGM i Las Vegas cinnte go cathanna pléascach a sheachadadh ó thús go deireadh. "
nery (30-0, 24 Kos) Is pollaire cumhacht a stop a deireanach 11 opponents agus 15 de chuid caite 16. An southpaw 25-bliain d'aois ó Tijuana, Meicsiceo scór bua stopadh ceannasach iar curadh McJoe Arroyo i Márta agus d'fhill i mí Iúil chun stop a iar curadh Juan Carlos Payano. Scóráil sé bua TKO os cionn Shinsuke Yamanaka a bhuaigh an teideal domhan bantamweight i 2018 agus beidh bogadh anois suas go dtí 122 punt a lorg teideal domhan i rang dara meáchain.
"Tá mé ag ar bís dul i ngleic ar Showtime agus tá mé ag pleanáil ar bua knockout eile a chruthú do gach duine go bhfuil mé ar cheann de na ríthe an roinn Super bantamweight,"A dúirt Nery. "Tá a fhios agam gur féidir liom a t-amach aon Trodaire ar 118 nó 122 punt, agus tá mé hungrier ná riamh a chruthú go bhfuil mé ar cheann de na Seaimpíní Mheicsiceo mór dornálaíochta ar. Is é mo sprioc chun leanúint ar aghaidh a chur ar léirithe mór do lucht leanúna agus tá mé réidh aon duine atá sásta chun céim suas go dtí an dúshlán dul i ngleic. "
Ionadaíocht a Sonora, Mexico, Alameda (25-0, 13 Kos) Is unbeaten ó casadh pro i 2014 tar éis gairmréim amaitéarach láidir, agus beidh dlús a chur i gcomórtas mar os comhair sé Nery le haghaidh lámhaigh ag bout teideal domhan. Na is é sin 26 bliain d'aois rangaithe Gan. 12 ag an WBC agus le déanaí leag amach Jordan Escobar i mí Aibreáin 2019, tar éis trí victories i 2018. Beidh Alameda troid i U.S. don dara huair nuair a thiocfaidh sé isteach an fáinne ar an Mhárta 28, tar éis scór a Déan lámhaigh comhlacht níos mó ná Andre Wilson i Eanáir 2016 bout i Los Angeles.
"Tá mé ag ar bís an-a bheith ag déanamh mo tús Showtime i gcás is mó i gcoinne Trodaire ar mhór,"A dúirt Alameda. "Gach ceann de na blianta d'oiliúint agus troid thug dom an gcomhrac ar Márta 28. Is nery ghaiscíoch Mheicsiceo ar nós mé féin agus ní féidir liom fanacht a adharca glas leis agus a thabhairt ar an lucht leanúna gníomh mór go léir ar an mbealach go dtí an clog deiridh. "
An Wallin 29-bliain d'aois (20-1, 13 Kos) Beidh filleadh ar an fáinne i Las Vegas, áit bhris beagnach iar son trom aontaithe Tyson Fury i mí Mheán Fómhair, nuair a d'oscail sé suas gearrtha gruesome thar súile ceart Fury le Punch dlíthiúil go stop beagnach leis an gcomhrac. Cé gur thit Wallin an cinneadh, gcruthófar sé a mettle mar curadh trom féideartha amach anseo. Ionadaíocht a chuid Sundsvall dhúchais, An tSualainn, traenacha Wallin i Nua-Eabhrac le iar curadh Joey Gamache. Bhí troid seo caite Wallin i Las Vegas a chuid an dara sa U.S., tar éis sé ar an bhfoireann ar Showtime i mí Aibreáin chríochnaigh i gcomórtas ar bith mar gheall ar ghearradh fhulaing a chéile comhraic sa chéad bhabhta.
Troid as New South Wales, An Astráil, Browne (29-2, 25 Kos) an chuid is mó scór le déanaí bua knockout thar John Hopoate i mí na Samhna, a dara bua de 2019. Sé bhuaigh ceithre de na cúig babhtaí seo caite, lena caillteanais gairme ag teacht i Dillian Whyte agus David Allen san U.K. Browne Bhuaigh sé a chéad 25 troideanna pro, lena n-áirítear stopadh le cead Ruslan Chagaev in 2016 a ghabháil le WBA trom Craobh. Beidh sé ag déanamh a chuid U.S. tús.
George (10-0, 6 Kos) chun cinn victorious i cath de trodaithe sin unbeaten nuair a bhíonn sé Escudero ar Showtime i mí na Samhna, cur bua scoilt-chinneadh. Ní dhearna an 30-bliain d'aois tús dornálaíochta dtí go raibh sé 19 agus tá sé á bhainistiú ag Washington Redskins Uile-Pro lineman ionsaitheacha Trent Williams, agus oiliúint i Houston ag NFL Uile-Pro ag rith ar ais Adrian Peterson agus James Cooper. Beidh George breathnú aistriú ó chosúlacht a contender ag defeating Escudero arís ar Márta 28.
Escudero (10-1, 9 Kos) beidh sé ag féachaint Preab ar ais agus fiú an scór i gcoinne George, agus ina dhiaidh sin neartú a phost féin sa roinn trom éadrom. An 26-bliain d'aois ó Buenos Aires, An Airgintín throid go príomha sa U.S. ós rud é casadh i pro 2017. Chonaic a ghairm bheatha amaitéarach dó a bheith ina laoch náisiúnta san Airgintín i 2014 agus ionadaíocht a dhéanamh ar a thír sna Cluichí Pan-Am i 2015. traenacha Escudero faoi láthair i Miami agus scóráil trí Bhuaigh stopadh i 2019 roimh os comhair George den chéad uair.
Davis And Gamboa Face Off For WBA Lightweight World Championship In Atlanta’s First World Title Fight In More Than 20 Years Next Saturday, Nollaig 28 Beo Ar Showtime®From State Farm Arena
ATLANTA – Nollaig 18, 2019 – Nuair a Gervonta Davis agus Yuriorkis Gamboaclash for the vacant WBA Lightweight World Championship on December 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta,they’ll be making history in a long-underserved boxing hotbed that has hosted monumental fights featuring Hall of Famers Muhammad Ali and Evander Holyfield.
“Just to be mentioned with those Hall of Famers is amazing,” Said Davis. “Tá mé caillte ar fhocail. It’s not only big for me, it’s big for boxing in the city and all the other fighters that have the opportunity to fight on the card.”
The Davis vs. Gamboa SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast features two world title bouts and will be the first world championship event in Atlanta in more than 20 bliana. Jean Pascal will defend his WBA Light Heavyweight World Championship against former two-division champion Badou Jack in the co-feature of the Premier Boxing Champions event.
Prior to December 28, the last world title fight in Atlanta was unified heavyweight world champion Evander Holyfield’s IBF and WBA defenses against Vaughn Bean on September 19, 1998. SHOWTIME televised that bout live from the since-demolished Georgia Dome where 41,357 fans in attendance saw the Atlanta resident floor Bean in the 10úround en route to a unanimous decision victory.
Despite the strong turnout and festive atmosphere for Holyfield vs. Bean, the Hall of Famer Holyfield fought just four times in Atlanta in his 57 professional bouts spanning nearly three decades. The city did host Holyfield’s first title fight, a bout that is widely considered the best cruiserweight fight in history and one of the last great 15 round fights. Iúil 12, 1986, Holyfield challenged WBA Cruiserweight Champion Dwight Muhammad Qawi in a back-and-forth bout that Holyfield won by split decision to capture his first world title.
While Holyfield vs. Qawi is considered the best fight in Atlanta boxing history, the most significant and biggest event in the city was Muhammad Ali’s comeback fight in 1970. Ali had been stripped of his heavyweight title and exiled from boxing after being controversially convicted of draft evasion in 1967. While his case was still under appeal in the U.S. Supreme Court, Ali received a license to fight in Georgia for his first bout in more than three-and-a-half years. Ali stopped Jerry Quarry in the third round on October 26, 1970 at City Auditorium in an event that would mark his triumphant return. Ali’s conviction was overturned the following year in June of 1971, just three months after the “Fight of the Century” with Joe Frazier.
While Georgia has been home to a number of recent world champions, none have fought in Atlanta as titlists. The late two-division world champion Vernon Forrest was born in nearby Augusta and lived in Atlanta, however he never fought as a champion in the state’s capital. Mar an gcéanna, former two-division champion Paul Williams, also of Augusta, fought just once in Atlanta in 2001 before he became champion.
Davis, who is on-track to sell out his third consecutive venue of the year in three different cities, is hoping to make big time boxing in Atlanta a permanent fixture.
“The spotlight will be on Atlanta,” Said Davis. “They haven’t had a big fight there in many years. So it’s a dream to bring big time boxing back just like I did in Baltimore. Atlanta welcomed me with open arms for so many years. I always knew I had a fan base and I always wanted to fight here. Now is the perfect time in my career for it to happen.
“Tá mé Trodaire, but I’m also a fan. So I’m looking forward to it as much as everyone else. I’ll give it my all, I know Gamboa will give it his all. It’s going to be a great night on December 28.”
Ticéid le haghaidh an ócáid, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale and available through Ticketmaster.com. Good tickets are still available. All tickets start at $54 agus $104. ABOUT DAVIS VS. GAMBOA Davis vs. Gamboa will see two-time super featherweight champion Gervonta “Umar” Davis, Tionscnaimh Mayweather’ top rising star and boxing’s hottest attraction, as he takes on former unified world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA Lightweight Title live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® telecast Tosaíonn ag 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Jean Pascal battling two-division champion Badou Jack in the co-main event.
Lionell Thompson Makes Super Middleweight Debut Against Former Champion Jose Uzcategui Live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta
LAS VEGAS (Nollaig 13, 2019) – Veteran contenderLionell “Lonnie B” Thompsonpreviewed his upcoming showdown from his training camp as he prepares to take on former championJose Uzcateguilive on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
The Premier Boxing Champions event is headlined by boxing’s hottest attractionGervonta “Tank” Davisas he moves up in weight to take on former unified championYuriorkis Gamboa for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title.
Cuirfear tús leis an telecast Showtime CHAMPIONSHIP Dornálaíocht ag 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and also featuresJean Pascal defending his WBA Light Heavyweight Title against two-division championBadou Jack i comh-gné.
Ticéid le haghaidh an ócáid, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale and available through Ticketmaster.com.
For Thompson, it will be his debut fight at 168 punt, after fighting in the light heavyweight division throughout his career. Here is what Thompson had to say about his new division, his December 28 opponent and more, from training camp at Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas:
LIONELL THOMPSON
“I’m not worried about his power. I’ve been in there with big punchers my whole career. I’m just ready to perform. I’m not worried about what he can do. I’m just concentrating on what I can do. Everyone can punch in the pros. One punch from anyone can hurt you. I’m fully focused on being excellent on December 28.
“We’re working hard. It’s a new weight class for me and that’s motivating me even more to be my best. This win is going to do wonders for my life and career. I believe I’ll be victorious in Atlanta. Ná blink.
“All of my fights are important to me. Uzcategui is just another fighter. I don’t focus on what the perception of Uzcategui is. People say he’s a big puncher, but how do you know if he’s never hit you before? It’s someone’s job to pump their fighter up, but I’m only focused on what I can control.
“This is a huge opportunity for me and I’m definitely thankful to the Mayweather Promotions team for putting me in this position. When I saw that Uzcategui was looking for an opponent, I told (Mayweather Promotions POF) Leonard Ellerbe that I wanted to fight him and he made it happen.
“I know it’s rare for someone at my age to go down in weight. I feel fresh for my age though. I’m making weight the right way and the healthy way. I think with my training camp and the challenge that Uzcategui presents, it will bring out the best of me on December 28.”
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ABOUT DAVIS VS. GAMBOA
Davis vs. Gamboa will see two-time super featherweight champion Gervonta “Tank’’ Davis, Mayweather Promotions’ top rising star and boxing’s hottest attraction, as he takes on former unified world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA Lightweight Title live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® telecast Tosaíonn ag 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Jean Pascal battling two-division champion Badou Jack in the co-main event.
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Two-Division World Champion Jack Faces WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Pascal in Co-Main Event Live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta
LAS VEGAS (Nollaig 10, 2019) – curadh domhanda dhá-roinn Badou Jack showed off his skills and previewed his upcoming title fight at a Las Vegas media workout Tuesday as he prepares to take on WBA Light Heavyweight ChampionJean Pascal Dé Sathairn, Nollaig 28 live on SHOWTIME from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
Showtime CHAMPIONSHIP Dornálaíocht® Tosaíonn ag 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and is headlined by boxing’s hottest attraction Gervonta “Tank” Davis as he takes on former unified world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA Lightweight Title.
Ticéid le haghaidh an ócáid, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale and available through Ticketmaster.com.
Jack hit the ring and talked to media at Mayweather Boxing Club as he prepares to face Pascal in a bid to become a three-time champion and capture his second title at light heavyweight. Here is what the workout participants had to say Tuesday:
JACK BADOU
“Mentally I’m better than I’ve ever been. I’m hungrier and I feel like I did the first time I fought for the title. I’m always hungry, but I’m really excited for this fight.
“Sometimes losses make you better. My first loss was an accident, and I became better because of it. The loss to Marcus Browne, it wasn’t the fairest loss, but it’s made me even hungrier. I’m going to go out there and win the fight no matter what.
“People have written Pascal off a couple of times and he always came back. He’s a throwback fighter who definitely knows how to fight. He brings it every time. He’s got more mileage than me, but I can’t overlook a guy like him.
“I’m ready to do whatever it takes to win the fight. Mothaím 100% fisiciúil. The cut was cleared in March, and we’re way past that. I’ve been ready physically and this camp has proved that to me and my whole team.
“Pascal and I sparred before but it was a long time ago and sparring is way different than a real fight. I’ve fought bigger punchers, but you have to respect the power of anyone in the ring. Is féidir le rud ar bith a tharlóidh. You can get caught by someone who’s not a puncher.
“I know that I have a lot left to give this sport. I feel like I’m young for my age. The break between fights and bouncing back from a loss have made me more motivated than ever. I’m ready to go in and give the best performance of my career.”
LEONARD ELLERBE, POF Promotions Mayweather
“Badou has a glow about him, just like the old Badou. He looks super-fast in the ring and everything is what we would want to see.
“Badou Jack has shown time and time again that he wants to fight the best and he’s not going to back down no matter what the challenge is. We’ve never had to think twice about it and one setback wasn’t going to stop him from having that mentality.
“Badou is a fighter who always uses his platform to make the world better for those less fortunate. He’s done wonderful things and is really so much more than a champion boxer. It’s an honor to work with him and always a pleasure to watch him perform.”
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ABOUT DAVIS VS. GAMBOA
Davis vs. Gamboa will see two-time super featherweight champion Gervonta “Tank’’ Davis, Mayweather Promotions’ top rising star and boxing’s hottest attraction, as he takes on former unified world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA Lightweight Title live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Nollaig 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® telecast Tosaíonn ag 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Jean Pascal battling two-division champion Badou Jack in the co-main event.
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CAD:Gervonta Davis agus Badou Jackmet with members of the media last Saturday in Las Vegas to discuss their upcoming matchups taking place Saturday, Nollaig 28 live on SHOWTIME at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a special year-end Premier Boxing Champions event.
Two-time super featherweight champion Davis will take on former unified world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA Lightweight World Championship as the 24-year-old Davis looks to conquer another division. In the co-main event of a special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® telecast, former two-division champion Jack will challenge WBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Jean Pascal.
Ticéid le haghaidh an ócáid, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, are available through Ticketmaster.com.
Also participating in Saturday’s luncheon at Wolfgang Puck at MGM Grand were Leonard Ellerbe, POF Promotions Mayweather, and Stephen Espinoza, Uachtarán, Spóirt & Clárú Imeacht, Líonraí Showtime Inc.
Here’s what the fighters and executives had to say:
GERVONTA DAVIS: Thoughts about Gamboa and moving up in weight: “We know Gamboa is a veteran and that he’s had a lot of wars, so we know we have a tough fight. He’s definitely dangerous. He can hit. Is féidir sé dul i ngleic.
“His last fight he made 134, so we know he can get bigger than me at that weight. I’m going into this knowing he’s a bigger fighter than me. I’m just going to bring my power and capitalize on that weight class and becoming world champion.
“I believe I’m one of the top fighters in the world, but I don’t compare myself to other fighters. I just go out and get the job done.
“Atlanta is my second home. I’m confident I’ll sell it out.”
On his ability and uniqueness as a fighter: “I come from a different cloth than these other guys. I’ve been through everything in my life. A lot of people haven’t experienced what I have. If I ever get beat it would have to be by someone who’s been through what I have been through. It can’t be anyone who’s just been training all their life.
“Every time I step in the ring I’m willing to leave it all in there. A lot of people haven’t seen my full skills because I haven’t fought an opponent that has brought them out.”
On his potential in the sport: “The boxing world hasn’t seen my true potential as a fighter, they’ve just seen my power. I’m the type of boxer where if you don’t belong in there with me, you won’t be in there too long. Some fighters like to take their time. I’m the type, if I know you’re not on my level, I’m going to show it. The world will see. I’ll fight anybody.”
JACK BADOU: On his upcoming matchup against Pascal: “Tá mé ar bís chun troid. I actually called Pascal the day before his last fight and let him know I was rooting for him. But this is business at the end of the day. I’m coming to take back my title.”
On how he feels at this age: “I feel like a young 36 bliain d'aois. I live a clean life. I’m always in the gym training and I try not to take any punishment. I have a couple of years left and I’m more motivated now than ever. I needed that little break. I hadn’t had a break since I was an amateur twenty years ago. I took time to relax with the family and eat good food. Now I’m hungry.”
On his last performance against Marcus Browne: “Everyone who saw me in my last fight could see I was flat. My fighting instinct kicked in at that point. He was fighting a dead man.”
On the Davis vs. Gamboa matchup: “Tá sé ina troid mhór. Gamboa is a little older, but he looked good in his last fight. I’m a big, big fan of Tank – the way he fights, his speed, a athleticism, gach rud. He has star power. He was on my undercard, now I’m on his. He’s going to bring great things to the sport and as long as he stays focused, he’s going to be a superstar. He’s already a superstar.”
LEONARD ELLERBE: On Davis’ position and progression in the sport: “We’re going to show everyone how he’s going to become the biggest star in the sport. I 2020 we’re going to blow this out of the water. We’ve been able to think outside the box. That’s how you grow the sport. We’ve made a concerted effort to cross him over to the mainstream; working with the Baltimore Ravens, his parade, now Atlanta.
“Our plan is to make the biggest and best fights out there. We’re going to call the shots and it’s going to be on our terms, and we’ll let everyone know when that happens. Everyone wants to fight Tank. There’s one common thing when you talk about 126, 130, 135, agus anois 140. There’s one name that’s common among the fighters and that’s Tank. This is going to be a great journey and you better get on it now.
“If he can get past Gamboa on December 28, then in 2020 he’s going into that pay-per-view world. When you have that kind of star power and you’re thinking outside of the box, not just boxing fans, we’re going to make the biggest fights out there in the world.”
On Badou Jack: “Badou’s a promoter’s dream. He’s a guy who gives you no problems. He’s out there doing wonderful things for himself and his family. He’s doing so much to help so many others. He’s using his platform in the right way. It’s an honor to work with a fighter like him.
“I always knew he was a great talent and sometimes you can find the diamonds in the rough. Everyone’s always looking at the guys coming out of the Olympics. We saw him in the gym and he really messed a guy up. We had an eye on him and we worked out a deal with Lou [DiBella] and the rest is history.
“We had one setback, but everything happens for a reason, and he’s just taken off since. He’s a great fighter and I like the fact that he’s always willing to fight the best. Never had to second guess that he’s willing to fight everybody.”
STEPHEN Espinoza: “There are advantages and disadvantages to promoting a show on this date. There has been a lot of success promoting music shows on that weekend. It’s not apples to apples, but it’s one of the factors that went in and there’s a way to turn this into something special and unique because of Gervonta’s fan base.
“It’s great to have skilled boxers but we need, for the health of the sport, guys like Gervonta who are putting butts in the seats. That’s the key in bringing him to Atlanta. Boxing is a part of a culture that crosses over into music and sports. There’s not an athlete who doesn’t watch a pay-per-view boxing match. Tapping into that with a personality like Tank is only going to expand the sport.
“There’s an authenticity and an openness about Gervonta. There’s a lot of people who’ve had setbacks who don’t talk about it, like Tank. It takes a risk to talk about that and that’s why a lot of people can relate. This is Tank. What you see is what you get. It’s very real. It’s very authentic and I think that’s why people connect with him the person as opposed to him the fighter.”
Top Mayweather Promotions Prospects Martinez, Richardson Hitchins, Kevin Newman II and Rolando Romero All Victorious
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LAS VEGAS – November 1, 2019 -Undefeated super featherweight prospect Xavier Martinez thrilled a sold-out crowd and boxing royalty atSam’s Town Livewith one of the quickest knockouts inShoBox: An Giniúint Nuahistory in the main event Friday night in Las Vegas.
It took just 21 seconds for Sacramento’s Martinez (15-0, 11 Kos) to steal the show, connecting on a solid jab with his left hand before a glancing right hand finished the job and sent Filipino Jessie Cris Rosales (22-4-1, 10 Kos) down and out in a knockout of the year candidate. Rosales’ head hit hard on the canvas and his body was left sprawled on the floor. (Martinez KO video: https://twitter.com/ ShowtimeBoxing/status/1190493848016957441)
Martinez has now scored knockouts in seven consecutive fights, including a third-round stoppage of John Vicente Moralde in hisShoBoxdebut in April.
“I wanted to steal the show,” said Martinez. "[Rolando Romero] did his thing and I knew I had to capitalize on that. I did it in half the time (45 soicind). Everyone did great tonight. Hitchins and Kevin [Newman] both did their thing and I had to follow.
“I’m going to get back in the gym and continue grinding. I want to be the best. I have the best team in boxing right now. As long as they keep lining them up, I’m going to keep knocking them down.”
22-year-old Brooklyn, N.Y.. native and 2016 Olympian Richardson Hitchins (10-0, 5 Kos) made his television andShoBoxdebut in the co-featured bout, winning a unanimous decision over Kevin Johnson (7-2, 4 Kos). Na breithiúna scóráil an bout 96-94 agus 97-93 faoi dhó.
Hitchins, who represented his parents’ home country of Haiti in the 2016 Rio Games, used his skill, speed and defense to edge the 27-year-old Johnson. Hitchins was marginally better in every category round after round, allowing him to build small but decisive leads en route to the unanimous decision. Johnson was slightly more active (52.6 go 49.8 punches per round) but Hitchins was more accurate and the more robust body puncher. Hitchins landed on 30 faoin gcéad de chuid punches chumhacht, while Johnson landed just 19 faoin gcéad de chuid, and Hitchins connected on 46 body shots compared to 30 for Johnson.
“Johnson was a solid fighter,” said Hitchins. “I haven’t been in the ring since April, but I think I did great. It was the fight that I needed. I wanted the win and I got the unanimous decision. I don’t like to rate my performance without going back and re-watching the fight. I could have closed the gaps a little better. I should have capitalized on certain moments a little better.
“I’m going to run the tape back and work with my coach so we can tighten up and come out the best I can possibly be. I’m excited to see what’s next and what my team has planned for me. They’ve guided me in a great direction and I just got to do what I got to do and that’s getting these guys out one at a time until I get that title shot.”
Johnson, who performed admirably, was gracious in defeat despite disagreeing with the judges’ scorecards.
“He had a good jab,” Johnson said. “It was easy to download him. I put the pressure on him and kept listening to my corner, and moved to the right and kept landing. He’s a tough fighter. Feicfidh mé a thabhairt dó go, he definitely came to fight. We both had moments throughout the fight. He did a good job of holding as the ref called, he knew how to hold when he was getting hurt. I think I was the better fighter. Sé riamh Gortaítear dom. I give him props as a fighter.
“I really want the rematch, but I doubt that will happen. I know I won. I was the better fighter at the end of the day.”
In a much-anticipated rematch between two fighters with history and bad blood, Kevin Newman II (11-1-1, 6 Kos) avenged the only loss of his career, dominating Marcos Hernandez (14-3-1, 3 Kos) with a near shutout unanimous decision. Na breithiúna scóráil leis an gcomhrac 80-72 agus 79-73 faoi dhó.
Completing the full eight-round distance for the first time in his career, Newman, who is trained by former world champion Bones Adams, dominated the second half of the fight. Thuirling sé 82 punches iomlán a 46 against in rounds five through eight and was able to establish a lethal body attack that wore down Sacramento’s Hernandez, nascadh ar 79 body shots compared to just 10 for Hernandez. Newman also led 152-97 i puinseanna foriomlána i dtír agus 114-57 in power shots, while nearly matching Hernandez in punches thrown (399 go 435).
“The revenge felt so great,” said Las Vegas’ Newman, who dropped a unanimous decision to Hernandez on the undercard of Mayweather vs. McGregor in August 2017. “Overall, I dominated. I went to the body every chance I saw an opportunity. A lot of people have never seen me box like that so it’s great to show that side of me. I was a lot more offensive and I kept the attacks to the body.
“I’d rate my performance a B-, I think I could have been busier. I’m going to continue to developing and staying busy in the ring. I don’t think he expected me to come in like I did. We gave the fans a great performance that was TV worthy and I look forward to doing it again.”
In the telecast opener, undefeated knockout artist Rolando Romero (10-0, 9 Kos) extended his KO streak to five in a row and improved his knockout rate to 90 percent by dismantling previously once-beaten challenger Juan Carlos Cordones (14-2, 9 Kos) with a first-round knockout. (Romero KO: https://twitter.com/ ShowtimeBoxing/status/1190461550190120960)
The 24-year-old Las Vegan floored Dominican Republic’s Cordones with a combination and finished the job shortly after with a flush right to the jaw. Cordones was unable to get up off the mat, and the fight was stopped just 2:14 after it started. Looking for the knockout from the opening bell, the aggressive Romero threw twice as many punches (35-17), led nine to three in overall punches landed and connected on eight of his 18 punches chumhacht.
“There’s not much to say. I promised a knockout and I saw the opportunity so I went for it,” said the exuberant Romero, who has previously stated he is the hardest puncher in the world under 147 punt. “I made him pay for coming in overweight yesterday. Ag féachaint chun cinn, I just plan on dominating whoever they put in front of me.
“I’m growing as a fighter and all I want to do is continue to put on a great performance for my fans and get to that next step in my career. I want anyone whoever wants next!"
The stars of the boxing world were out in Las Vegas, as promoter and future Hall of Famer Floyd Mayweather and former and current world champions Gervonta Davis, Badou Jack, Adrien Broner, Claressa Shields, Devin Haney and Shakur Stevenson were all in attendance at Sam’s Town Live.
Davis, Jack and Chris Eubank Jr. all spoke with SHOWTIME expert analyst Steve Farhood to preview their upcoming fights on the network.
“I decided to move up in weight because I have a chance to win a world title in two different weight classes,"A dúirt Davis, who faces former unified champion Yuriorkis Gamboa for the WBA lightweight title December 28 in Atlanta. “We know Gamboa is a tough opponent and we won’t sleep on him. I wanted to share the ring with somebody great. Of course Gamboa is my toughest opponent to date. I’m going to train hard for him, he’ll train hard for me and we’ll give the fans what they want to see.
“I’m just excited to be back,” said two-division champion Jack, who will face WBA light heavyweight champion Jean Pascal in the co-featured bout on December 28. “That last loss to Marcus Browne was an accident. I’m more motivated than last time. I’m hungry to get in there and get my titles back.”
Middleweight star Chris Eubank Jr. will make his United States debut on December 7 in Brooklyn when he takes on Matt Korobov.
“This has been a long time coming,"A dúirt sé. “I’m coming over here to the States to take over. This is the perfect opportunity. I’m in the prime of my life and I can’t wait to get out there and show you guys what I’m made of.” (Full interview video: https://twitter.com/SHOsports/status/1190467999439998976)
Promoter Floyd Mayweather also spoke to Farhood during the live telecast in which four of his top prospects impressed.
“When I see potential in a fighter, I want to take them to the next level,” the all-time great said. “I’m always on the lookout to find the next Floyd Mayweather. I like to give fighter pointers about the small things. Nothing comes overnight. It’s all about working hard and surrounding yourself with a positive team.”
In undercard action that was streamed live on Mayweather Promotions’ Facebook page, Dylan Price, Cris Reyes, and newly-signed Mayweather Promotions prospect Malik Warren all scored TKO stoppages while Ava Knight earned a unanimous decision over Luna del Mar Torroba.
Friday’s fights were promoted by Mayweather Promotions. The full telecast will replay on Monday, Samhain 4 ag 10 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME EXTREME and will be available on SHOWTIME ANYTIME®and SHOWTIME on DEMAND®.
Barry Tompkins called the action from ringside with boxing historian Farhood and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. The executive producer was Gordon Hall with Richard Gaughan producing and Rick Phillips directing.
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LAS VEGAS – October 16, 2019– Super middleweight prospectsKevin “The Second Coming”Newman 10-1-1 (6 Kos) agus Mark Anthony Hernandez 14-2-1 (3 Kos) discuss training camp, their first matchup, and the animosity between the camps leading up to theirShoBox: The Next Generationdebuts on Friday, Samhain 1 beo ar Showtime ag 10:30 p.m. ET/PT from Sam’s Town Live in Las Vegas.
An ShoBoxfour-fight telecast will see Mayweather Promotions’ undefeated super featherweight prospectXavier Martinez (14-0, 10 Kos) return for his second consecutive test on the series, this time against veteran FilipinoJessie Cris Rosales(22-3-1, 10 Kos). In the co-featured fight, 2016 Cluichí Oilimpeacha Richardson Hitchins (9-0, 5 Kos) will face once-beatenKevin Johnson (7-1, 4 Kos), while undefeated Las Vegas knockout artistRolando Romero9-0 (8 Kos) opens the telecast.
After back-to-back KO performances this year, Newman returns with a vengeance to face the man who owns the only blemish on his record in a rematch with Hernandez. I 2017, with eight professional bouts on his record, Newman appeared on the Mayweather vs. McGregor undercard where he took on Hernandez, a tough rising prospect. After six rounds of what Newman calls, “the worst performance of my professional career,” judges ruled the bout a unanimous decision in favor of Hernandez. Newman took the loss in stride and bounced back with three consecutive wins and looks ahead to the rematch, while Hernandez is focused on repeating history.
Here is what the fighters had to say ahead of the November 1 rematch:
On training camp:
Newman: “Tá campa traenála ag dul go hiontach. We’ve been working hard day in and day out, making sure we leave no stone unturned and working on a solid game plan come fight night.
“My runs and workouts have been a little longer and harder. We’re just focusing on getting better every day and pushing as hard as we can to ensure we get the W in the rematch.
“People are going to see a slightly different version of me this time around. I won’t give away any specifics, but I’m going to shock a lot of people come fight night and they will get the best Kevin Newman.”
Hernandez:“Camp has been great. Tá mé foireann iontach i mo dhiaidh. I expect him to come harder for this fight so we’re preparing for anything this time around. But we will remain smart at all times. There are things I’m taking with me this time around that I’ve learned and practiced in the gym. I’ve improved since our last fight so he better be ready.”
On what the importance of a win and the rivalry between the fighters:
Newman:“A win in this fight does a lot for my career, but it’s not just the win itself, it’s how I win that will do the most for me. Fans can expect an explosive fight. It will put me in a great place to further my career and get tougher fights, which will lead to the end goal of a title shot.
“There is definitely some animosity between us. A lot has been said, more so on his end than mine, but I just let him and his camp talk. I expect him to fight to win and I’m just going to continue to work hard like I have these past two years since the first fight. We don’t like each other, Is féidir liom a insint duit go, so this fight will bring fireworks and I’m just going to let me hands do the talking and get the W.”
Hernandez:“A second win will just prove that I am the better fighter.
“I always come to win; I train to win. My family will be in attendance supporting me and I know his will too, so this will be a fight with both of us having a lot to prove.
“There’s been a lot of talk going into this rematch, but none of that affects me. I’m just working hard and I’m going to come even stronger than the first fight. None of the stuff outside the ring really matters to me. I out boxed him and outfought him in 2017, and I plan to do the same again this time around, mixed with a few other tactics.”
How does it feel to fight on national television?
Newman:“It feels great to return and fight on national television, especially getting to fight on SHOWTIME for the first time in my career. I’m very thankful to Leonard Ellerbe and Floyd Mayweather as well as SHOWTIME for giving me this opportunity. The last time I fought on national television I put on a great display of my talent and skills, so I look forward to doing the same this time around.”
“I’m very excited for this opportunity to redeem myself. I knew this day would come, Ní raibh a fhios agam ach nuair. I’ve won fights since the first fight and had dominant performances in the process, but nothing has filled that void. This is my opportunity to do that, so come November 1, when it’s all said and done, Beidh mé a bheith victorious.”
Hernandez:“It’s my first time onShoBoxand I’m thankful for this experience. Fans can expect a great fight. He’s a really good fighter and I won’t take anything from him. Moving up again will be a challenge, but I think I can beat him again.”
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Angelo Leo, Xavier Martinez And Andres Cortes Featured In Separate Bouts Live on SHOWTIME From Sam’s Town Live in Las Vegas
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LAS VEGAS – Márta 13, 2019 – Three undefeated prospects will make theirShoBox: An Giniúint Nua debut as super bantamweightAngelo Leoand super featherweightsXavier Martinez agus Andres Cortes compete in separate bouts on a Mayweather Promotions card live on SHOWTIME Friday, Aibreán 5 (10 p.m. ET / PT) ó Sam’s Town Live i Las Vegas.
Top 122-pound prospect Leo (16-0, 8 Kos) will square off against FilipinoNeil Tabanao (17-4, 11 Kos) in a 10-round bout in theShoBox imeacht is mó, while super featherweight Martinez (13-0, 9 Kos) a ghlacadh ar John Moralde (21-2, 11 Kos) in a 10-round co-featured attraction. In the telecast opener, Las Vegas prospectCortes (10-0, 6 Kos) will face Baltimore’sJahmal Dyer (9-1, 5 Kos) i ocht-bhabhta bout featherweight Super.
Tickets for the Mayweather Promotions’ Sin City Showdown are priced at $25, $50 agus $75 and can be purchased by visiting: https://mayweatherpromotions.com/events/ .
“Mayweather Promotions is excited to bring the Sin City Showdown back this year, as it is home to a roster of talented prospects,” said Leonard Ellerbe, POF Promotions Mayweather. “The card features three of our young talented undefeated prospects Angelo Leo, Xavier Martinez, and Andres Cortes making their television debuts. It’s exciting to see these guys climb the ranks, as they look to take their careers to the next level. Each one of them will be facing tough competition on fight night. I expect nothing but fireworks.”
“We have three unbeaten and untested prospects ready for the next step of their careers in Angelo Leo, Xavier Martinez and Andres Cortes,” said Gordon Hall, Léiritheoir Feidhmiúcháin, Leas-Uachtarán Sinsearach, Production, Líonraí Showtime Inc. "ShoBoxis all about introducing and developing new talent. It’s about pushing young prospects outside of their comfort zone, matching them tough and discovering the next generation of champions in the process. I look forward to see whether or not Leo, Martinez and Cortes will rise to the occasion.”
Originally from New Mexico and currently residing in Las Vegas, Lion, 24, recorded a unanimous decision over Alberto Torres in his 2019 debut on the non-televised undercard of Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz. Lion, who started boxing when he was eight, amassed a notable amateur resume, winning the state Golden Gloves and Jr. Golden Gloves Championships before turning pro at 18. Leo debuted under the Mayweather Promotions banner in November of 2017 with a fourth-round knockout of Dominican Republic’s Yasmaly Basilio Peguero-Nieves.
“This fight came to me at the perfect time,” said Leo, who has fought four of his last six bouts atSam’s Town Live. “I’m in great condition coming off my recent fight last month. I think Tabanao is good fighter and a good counter-puncher. He fought good competition and he went the distance with a former world champion, so I know I have a tough fight ahead. He is a dangerous fighter but I have a solid plan. I have a unique style and I think I bring a lot to the table with my speed, angles and body shots. Fans should expect an exciting fight on April 5.”
Tabanao, 24, made his pro debut in 2012 in his home country of the Philippines. He will make his United States debut next month as he looks to move up the super bantamweight ranks. Tabanao won the WBO Oriental Featherweight Title in 2016 with a third-round technical knockout of Ibrahim Balla. In his next fight, Tabanao lost the belt when he dropped a unanimous decision to Isaac Dogboe, who would go on to become the WBO Super Bantamweight World Champion. Tabanao suffered two consecutive defeats after losing to Dogboe but has admirably rebounded by winning his last four bouts.
“My trainer Sonny Dollente is working hard to prepare me for this fight,” said Tabanao. “We know this is our first fight in the States and TV debut, so we are working especially hard to put on a great performance and we thank Mayweather Promotions for this opportunity. Angelo Leo is a good fighter but we have a good strategy. It has always been my dream to represent The Philippines and to be known as a great boxer. This fight will bring me one step closer to my dream.”
Martinez, de Sacramento, Calif., is best known for his crafty and powerful fighting style and is regarded by many as a prospect to watch. After losing his first two amateur fights, he amassed a record of 88-10. He won the Jr. Golden Gloves in 2010, iomaíocht sa 2012 agus 2013 Nationals Championships and was ranked No. 3 amateur in the country in 2013. He turned pro in Mexico at 17 and joined the Mayweather Promotions team in late 2016 with a unanimous decision win over Wilfredo Garriga atSam’s Town Live. He’s coming off five straight knockout victories, with his most recent being an impressive fifth-round knockout against Deivi Julio Bassa on February 9. Martinez is looking for a statement victory over Moralde to assert his pedigree in the 130-pound division.
“It feels great to get back in the ring,” said Martinez. “I’m happy Mayweather Promotions found another great matchup for me, and on national television. Now it’s time for me to do my part as a fighter by training hard and getting the win. I came in to training camp with a fresh mindset and ready to go to war. I’m ready for whatever Moralde brings to the table. I don’t know much about him other than he has the guts to fight me. I heard two opponents said, ’No,’ to this fight because they didn’t want to face me.”
Moralde, who made his pro debut in 2011 as a 17-year-old, will see his toughest test to date when he meets rising star Martinez. Hailing from Davao del Sur in the Philippines, Moralde, atá 2-2 ina gceithre troideanna seo caite, is looking to redeem himself in this pivotal matchup. A U.S. tús i 2017 didn’t go as planned as he was handed the first loss of his career at the hands of Toka Khan Clary. He rebounded quickly against Ismail Muwendo but lost by decision against Jamel Herring in his next fight. He scored a second-round knockout victory over Elmer Colve in his last outing.
“It feels great to have another opportunity to put my skills on display for the world to see on national TV,” said Moralde. “I’m up against a tough fighter; we both have a tough fight ahead. Caithfidh mé ráiteas a dhéanamh. This is the fight that will get me where I want to go. I want to fight the toughest and I’m ready to face anyone they put in front of me.”
Born and raised in Las Vegas, Cortes, 22, fell in love with the sweet science at an early age as he watched his brother Luis at the gym. He started training at Elite Boxing Gym when he was six, alongside Juan Heraldez and Andrew Tabiti, who would later become his Mayweather Promotions stablemates. He had a reported record of 130-20 as an amateur and turned pro in 2016. He caught the attention of Floyd Mayweather while sparring with lightweight champion Gervonta Davis. Cortes joined Mayweather Promotions soon after. He has won four of his last six fights by knockout including his last outing against Eder Amaro Fajardo on January 17. Le bua, Cortes will be one step closer to becoming a legitimate contender.
“I’ve only taken off one week from the gym since my last fight in January,” said Cortes. "Is dóigh liom go hiontach. Tá mé 100 percent prepared for whatever my opponent brings my way. I’ve been working on my power and my strength with my conditioning coach and overall development as a fighter. I’m ready for my next challenge.”
Baltimore’s Dyer, 27, picked up boxing at 19 and after a brief amateur career turned pro in March of 2017. He scored an impressive 22-second first-round knockout of Dwayne Martin in just his third professional bout. He was named 2017 Rookie of the Year byBoxing Along the Beltway, a Washington, D.C. boxing publication, and has won five fights in a row, most recently against promising undefeated prospect Carlos Dixon.
“I’m coming fresh off a fight so I’m still in great shape,” said Dyer. “Andres Cortes is a good fighter, ach tá mé Trodaire ar níos fearr. I’m training to go a full eight rounds, but if I find an opportunity before then, Tá mé ag dul chun é a chur. I’ve been waiting for a chance to show the world how good of a fighter I am, agus tá sé seo é. This is my time to show the world who I am.”
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