Rakhmanov Replaces Malik Hawkins Who Was Forced To Withdraw For Medical Reasons
NEW YORK - Febbraio 24, 2020 – Undefeated rising prospect Keith “The Bounty” Hunter will face talented Sanjarbek “War” Rakhmanov in a rematch in the 10-round super lightweightShoBox: La nuova generazionemain event Friday, Febbraio 28 in diretta su 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.
Cacciatore (11-0, 7 KO) and Rakhmanov (12-2-1, 6 KO) 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 e 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 estremità, including a Gold Medal win at the 2009 Asian Amateur Boxing Championship. In 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.
Nel ShoBox co-main event, 2016 Olympian and undefeated super lightweight prospect Richardson Hitchins (10-0, 5 KO) takes on Rhode Island’s Nick DeLomba (16-2, 5 KO) in un 10 round. Once-beaten Las Vegas native Kevin Newman II (11-1-1, 6 KO) faces Albania’s Genc Pllana (7-1-1, 4 KO) 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. Il produttore esecutivo è con Richard Gordon Hall Gaughan produttori e la regia di Rick Phillips.
Hunter Faces Fellow Unbeaten Malik Hawkins in Main Event of ShoBox: The New Generation Friday, Febbraio 28 In diretta su Showtime®
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LAS VEGAS - Febbraio 19, 2020 – Undefeated super lightweight sensation and Las Vegas native, Keith “The Bounty” Hunter (11-0, 7 KO), talks about training camp in advance of his upcoming showdown against fellow undefeated prospect Malik Hawkins (18-0, 11KO) in caso principale di un ShoBox: La nuova generazione il Venerdì, Febbraio 28 in diretta su Showtime (10:45 p.m. ET / PT) da Sam’s Town Live a Las Vegas.
In caso di co-main, 2016 Olympian and undefeated super lightweight prospect Richardson Hitchins (10-0, 5 KO) takes on Rhode Island’s Nick DeLomba (16-2, 5KO) in a 10-round bout and once-beaten Las Vegas native Kevin Newman II (11-1-1, 6 KO) faces Albania’s Genc Pllana (7-1-1, 4 KO) in a 10-round super middleweight matchup that opens the telecast.
Cacciatore, 27, ritorna Sam’s Town Live dopo un impressionante 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…
“Questo è il mio momento di brillare. 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. Questo è il mio tempo, 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, e molti altri. 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 dalla 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: La nuova generazione. 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 Meets Lucas Browne In Co-Main Event And Light Heavyweight Prospects Joseph George And Marcos Escudero Battle In Rematch In Telecast Opener
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LAS VEGAS-Febbraio 11, 2020 – Unbeaten former bantamweight world championLuis Nerywill face undefeated contenderAaron Alamedain a WBC Super Bantamweight Title Eliminator headlining live action on SHOWTIME Saturday, Marzo 28 in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Park Theater at Park MGM in Las Vegas.
IlShowtime Boxing: EDIZIONE SPECIALE®tripleheader begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features heavyweight contenders squaring off asOtto WallineLucas Brownebattle in a 10-round attraction in the co-main event, plus rising light heavyweights go toe-to-toe asJoseph GeorgefacceMarcos Escuderoin a 10-round rematch of their November showdown onShoBox: La nuova generazionethat saw George win a narrow split decision.
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“Saturday, Marzo 28 is going to be a night full of exciting action headlined by Mexican knockout artist Luis Nery beginning his path toward a world title at super bantamweight against an undefeated Mexican contender in Aaron Alameda,"Ha detto Tom Brown, Presidente di Promotions TGB. “Adding in the heavyweight showdown between Otto Wallin and Lucas Browne, plus a rematch of young light heavyweights Joseph George and Marcos Escudero, fight night at Park MGM in Las Vegas is sure to deliver explosive battles from start to finish.”
Nery (30-0, 24 KO) is a power puncher who has stopped his last 11 opponents and 15 del suo ultimo 16. The 25-year-old southpaw from Tijuana, Mexico scored a dominant stoppage victory over former champion McJoe Arroyo in March and returned in July to stop former champion Juan Carlos Payano. He scored a TKO victory over Shinsuke Yamanaka to win the bantamweight world title in 2018 and will now move up to 122 pounds to seek a world title in a second weight class.
“I’m excited to fight on SHOWTIME and I’m planning on another knockout victory to prove to everyone that I’m one of the kings of the super bantamweight division,” said Nery. “I know that I can knock out any fighter at 118 o 122 libbre, and I’m hungrier than ever to prove that I’m one of boxing’s great Mexican champions. My goal is to continue to put on great performances for the fans and I’m ready to fight anyone who is willing to step up to the challenge.”
Representing Sonora, Messico, Alameda (25-0, 13 KO) is unbeaten since turning pro in 2014 after a strong amateur career, and will step up in competition as he faces Nery for a shot at a world title bout. The 26-year-old is ranked No. 12 by the WBC and most recently knocked out Jordan Escobar in April 2019, after three victories in 2018. Alameda will fight in the U.S. for the second time when he enters the ring on March 28, after scoring a body shot knockout over Andre Wilson in a January 2016 bout in Los Angeles.
“I’m very excited to be making my SHOWTIME debut in the main event against a great fighter,” said Alameda. “All of the years of training and fighting have brought me to this fight on March 28. Nery is a Mexican warrior like myself and I can’t wait to lock horns with him and give the fans great action all the way until the final bell.”
Il 29enne Wallin (20-1, 13 KO) will return to the ring in Las Vegas, where he nearly defeated former unified heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in September, when he opened up a gruesome cut over Fury’s right eye with a legal punch that nearly halted the fight. While Wallin dropped the decision, he proved his mettle as a potential future heavyweight champion. Representing his native Sundsvall, Svezia, Wallin trains in New York with former champion Joey Gamache. Wallin’s last fight in Las Vegas was his second in the U.S., after his debut on SHOWTIME in April ended in a no contest because of a cut suffered by his opponent in the first round.
Fighting out of New South Wales, Australia, Browne (29-2, 25 KO) most recently scored a knockout victory over John Hopoate in November, his second win of 2019. He’s won four of his last five bouts, with his only career losses coming to Dillian Whyte and David Allen in the U.K. Browne won his first 25 lotte pro, including a stoppage of Ruslan Chagaev in 2016 to capture a WBA Heavyweight Championship. He will be making his U.S. debutto.
George (10-0, 6 KO) emerged victorious in a battle of then unbeaten fighters when he faced Escudero on SHOWTIME in November, taking a split-decision victory. The 30-year-old didn’t start boxing until he was 19 and is managed by Washington Redskins All-Pro offensive lineman Trent Williams, and trained in Houston by NFL All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson and James Cooper. George will look to transition from prospect to contender by defeating Escudero again on March 28.
Escudero (10-1, 9 KO) will look to bounce back and even the score against George, and in turn bolster his own position in the light heavyweight division. Il 26enne di Buenos Aires, Argentina has fought primarily in the U.S. since turning pro in 2017. His amateur career saw him become a national champion in Argentina in 2014 and represent his country in the Pan-Am Games in 2015. Escudero currently trains in Miami and scored three stoppage wins in 2019 before facing George for the first time.
Davis And Gamboa Face Off For WBA Lightweight World Championship In Atlanta’s First World Title Fight In More Than 20 Years Next Saturday, Dicembre 28 In diretta su Showtime®From State Farm Arena
ATLANTA – Dicembre 18, 2019 – Quando Gervonta Davis e 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,” ha detto Davis. “Mi sono perso le parole. 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 anni. 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 10thround 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. Nel luglio 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. Allo stesso modo, 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,” ha detto 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.
“Sono un combattente, 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.”
I biglietti per l'evento, che è promossa da Promozioni Mayweather, Promozioni GTD e Promozioni TGB, are on sale and available through Ticketmaster.com. Good tickets are still available. All tickets start at $54 e $104. Su Davis VS. GAMBOA Davis vs. Gamboa will see two-time super featherweight champion Gervonta “Serbatoio” Davis, Promozioni 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, Dicembre 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® trasmissione televisiva inizia a 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, Dicembre 28 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta
LAS VEGAS (Dicembre 13, 2019) – Veteran contenderLionell “Lonnie B” Thompsonpreviewed his upcoming showdown from his training camp as he prepares to take on former championJose Uzcategui live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Dicembre 28 from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
The Premier Boxing Champions event is headlined by boxing’s hottest attractionGervonta “Tank” Davis as he moves up in weight to take on former unified championYuriorkis Gamboa for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title.
La trasmissione televisiva Showtime Championship Boxing inizia alle 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and also featuresJean Pascal defending his WBA Light Heavyweight Title against two-division championBadou Jack in co-feature.
I biglietti per l'evento, che è promossa da Promozioni Mayweather, Promozioni GTD e Promozioni TGB, are on sale and available through Ticketmaster.com.
For Thompson, it will be his debut fight at 168 libbre, after fighting in the light heavyweight division throughout his career. Here is what Thompson had to say about his new division, his December 28 avversario e altro, 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. Non ammiccare.
“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 CEO) 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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Su 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, Dicembre 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® trasmissione televisiva inizia a 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, Dicembre 28 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta
LAS VEGAS (Dicembre 10, 2019) – campione del mondo in due divisioni 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 Sabato, Dicembre 28 live on SHOWTIME from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
Showtime Championship Boxing® inizia a 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.
I biglietti per l'evento, che è promossa da Promozioni Mayweather, Promozioni GTD e Promozioni TGB, 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. io sento 100% fisicamente. 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. Tutto può succedere. 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, CEO di promozioni 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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Su 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, Dicembre 28 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.
The special holiday SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® trasmissione televisiva inizia a 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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CHE COSA:Gervonta Davis e Badou Jack è incontrato con i membri dei media Sabato scorso a Las Vegas per discutere le loro imminenti matchups che si terrà Sabato, Dicembre 28 diretta su Showtime a pluripremiato State Farm Arena di Atlanta in una speciale di fine anno Premier Boxing Champions evento.
Il due volte campione super-piuma Davis assumerà l'ex campione del mondo unificato Yuriorkis Gamboa per il Campionato del Mondo WBA leggero come il 24-year-old Davis sembra di conquistare un'altra divisione. Nel co-main event di una vacanza speciale Showtime Championship Boxing® trasmissione televisiva, ex campione di due divisioni Jack sfiderà WBA dei pesi massimi leggeri Campione del Mondo Jean Pascal.
I biglietti per l'evento, che è promossa da Promozioni Mayweather, Promozioni GTD e Promozioni TGB, sono disponibili attraverso Ticketmaster.com.
partecipando anche a pranzo di Sabato alle Wolfgang Puck al MGM Grand sono stati Leonard Ellerbe, CEO di promozioni Mayweather, e Stephen Espinoza, Presidente, Sportivo & programmazione di eventi, Showtime Networks Inc.
Ecco cosa avevano da dire i combattenti e dirigenti:
GERVONTA DAVIS: Pensieri su Gamboa e salendo di peso: “Sappiamo Gamboa è un veterano e che ha avuto un sacco di guerre, così sappiamo che abbiamo una dura lotta. E 'sicuramente pericoloso. Egli può colpire. Egli può combattere.
“La sua ultima battaglia ha fatto 134, così sappiamo che può ottenere più grande di me a quel peso. Sto andando in questo sapendo che è un combattente più grande di me. Sto solo andando a portare il mio potere e capitalizzare quella classe di peso e diventare campione del mondo.
“Credo di essere uno dei migliori combattenti del mondo, ma non mi faccio paragono ad altri combattenti. Mi basta andare fuori e ottenere il lavoro fatto.
“Atlanta è la mia seconda casa. Sono fiducioso lo venderò fuori.”
Sulla sua capacità e unicità come un combattente: “Io vengo da un panno diverso da questi altri ragazzi. Ho passato tutto nella mia vita. Un sacco di persone non hanno vissuto quello che ho. Se mai battuta che avrebbe dovuto essere da qualcuno che è stato attraverso quello che ho passato. Non può essere chiunque sia stato appena allenato per tutta la vita.
“Ogni Io passo il tempo sul ring Sono disposto a lasciare tutto lì dentro. Un sacco di persone non hanno visto le mie competenze piene perché non ho combattuto un avversario che li ha portati fuori.”
Sul suo potenziale in questo sport: “Il mondo della boxe non ha visto il mio vero potenziale come un combattente, hanno appena visto il mio potere. Sono il tipo di boxer in cui se non appartengono in là con me, non sarà lì troppo a lungo. Alcuni combattenti come prendere il loro tempo. Sono il tipo, se so che non sei al mio livello, Ho intenzione di mostrarlo. Il mondo vedrà. Mi batterò nessuno.”
JACK Badou: Sul suo prossimo match contro Pascal: “Sono entusiasta per questa lotta. Io in realtà chiamato Pascal il giorno prima della sua ultima battaglia e fargli sapere che stavo tifo per lui. Ma questo è business, alla fine della giornata. Vengo a riprendere il mio titolo.”
Su come si sente a questa età: “Mi sento come un giovane 36 anni. Io vivo una vita pulita. Sono sempre in palestra di formazione e cerco di non prendere alcuna pena. Ho un paio di anni a sinistra e Sono più motivato che mai. Avevo bisogno di quel po 'di pausa. Non avevo avuto una pausa da quando ero un dilettante venti anni fa. Ho preso tempo per rilassarsi con la famiglia e mangiare buon cibo. Ora sono affamato.”
Sulla sua ultima prestazione contro Marcus Browne: “Tutti quelli che mi ha visto nella mia ultima battaglia poteva vedere ero piatta. Il mio istinto di combattimento a calci in quel punto. Stava combattendo un uomo morto.”
Sulla Davis vs. Gamboa matchup: “E 'una grande lotta. Gamboa è un po 'più vecchio, ma lui sembrava buono nella sua ultima battaglia. Io sono un grande, grande fan di serbatoio – il modo in cui combatte, la sua velocità, il suo atletismo, tutto. Egli ha il potere stella. Era sulla mia undercard, ora sono in suo. Ha intenzione di portare grandi cose per lo sport e il tempo che rimane concentrato, che stia per essere una superstar. Lui è già una superstar.”
LEONARD Ellerbe: su Davis’ la posizione e la progressione nello sport: “Stiamo per mostrare a tutti come ha intenzione di diventare la più grande star di questo sport. In 2020 stiamo andando a soffiare questo fuori dall'acqua. Siamo stati in grado di pensare fuori dagli schemi. È così che si cresce lo sport. Abbiamo fatto uno sforzo concertato per attraversare lui oltre al mainstream; lavorare con i Baltimore Ravens, la sua sfilata, ora Atlanta.
“Il nostro piano è quello di rendere i combattimenti più grandi e migliori là fuori. Stiamo per chiamare i colpi e sta andando ad essere alle nostre condizioni, e ti faremo sapere a tutti quando ciò accade. Tutti vogliono combattere serbatoio. C'è una cosa comune quando si parla di 126, 130, 135, e ora 140. C'è un nome che è comune tra i combattenti e che è serbatoio. Questo sta per essere un grande viaggio ed è meglio ottenere su di esso ora.
“Se riesce a superare Gamboa dicembre 28, poi nel 2020 sta andando in quel mondo pay-per-view. Quando si dispone di quel tipo di potere stella e stai pensando di fuori della scatola, non solo gli appassionati di boxe, stiamo andando a fare le grandi lotte là fuori nel mondo.”
Su Badou Jack: “Badou il sogno di un promotore. E 'un ragazzo che ti dà problemi. Sta là fuori a fare cose meravigliose per se stesso e la sua famiglia. Sta facendo tanto per aiutare tanti altri. Sta usando la sua piattaforma nel modo giusto. E 'un onore lavorare con un lottatore come lui.
“Ho sempre saputo che era un grande talento e, a volte si possono trovare i diamanti grezzi. Ognuno sta sempre a guardare i ragazzi che escono delle Olimpiadi. L'abbiamo visto in palestra e lui davvero incasinato un ragazzo up. Abbiamo avuto un occhio su di lui e abbiamo elaborato un accordo con Lou [DiBella] e il resto è storia.
“Abbiamo avuto una battuta d'arresto, ma tutto accade per una ragione, e ha appena tolto dal. Lui è un grande combattente e mi piace il fatto che lui è sempre pronto a combattere il meglio. Mai ha dovuto indovinare che lui è disposto a combattere tutti.”
STEPHEN ESPINOZA: “Ci sono vantaggi e svantaggi per promuovere uno spettacolo in questa data. C'è stato un sacco di successo promuovere spettacoli di musica su quel fine settimana. Non è le mele alle mele, ma è uno dei fattori che sono andati in e c'è un modo per trasformare questo in qualcosa di speciale e perché unica di base di fan di Gervonta.
“E 'bello avere pugili qualificati ma abbiamo bisogno, per la salute dello sport, ragazzi come Gervonta che stanno mettendo mozziconi nelle sedi. Questa è la chiave di portarlo a Atlanta. La boxe è una parte di una cultura che attraversa in musica e lo sport. Non c'è un atleta che non guarda un incontro di boxe in pay-per-view. Attingere che con una personalità come serbatoio è solo andare per espandere lo sport.
“C'è un'autenticità e l'apertura su Gervonta. C'è un sacco di persone che hanno avuto battute d'arresto che non ne parlano, come serbatoio. Ci vuole un rischio per parlare di questo ed è per questo molte persone possono riguardare. Questo è serbatoio. Quello che vedi è quello che ottieni. E 'molto reale. È molto autentica e penso che è il motivo per cui le persone si connettono con lui la persona al contrario di lui il combattente.”
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: La nuova generazionehistory in the main event Friday night in Las Vegas.
It took just 21 seconds for Sacramento’s Martinez (15-0, 11 KO) 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 KO) 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 secondi). 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 KO) made his television andShoBoxdebut in the co-featured bout, winning a unanimous decision over Kevin Johnson (7-2, 4 KO). I giudici hanno segnato l'incontro 96-94 e 97-93 due volte.
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 a 49.8 punzoni per ogni turno) but Hitchins was more accurate and the more robust body puncher. Hitchins landed on 30 per cento dei suoi pugni di potenza, while Johnson landed just 19 cento del suo, 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. Gli darò che, 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. Non mi ha mai fatto male. 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 KO) avenged the only loss of his career, dominating Marcos Hernandez (14-3-1, 3 KO) with a near shutout unanimous decision. I giudici ha segnato la lotta 80-72 e 79-73 due volte.
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. Atterrò 82 punzoni totali 46 against in rounds five through eight and was able to establish a lethal body attack that wore down Sacramento’s Hernandez, collegamento su 79 body shots compared to just 10 for Hernandez. Newman also led 152-97 in punzoni totali sbarcati e 114-57 in power shots, while nearly matching Hernandez in punches thrown (399 a 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, ho dominato. 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 apertura trasmissione televisiva, undefeated knockout artist Rolando Romero (10-0, 9 KO) 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 KO) 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 pugni potenti.
“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 libbre. “I made him pay for coming in overweight yesterday. Guardando avanti, 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,"Ha detto 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,"Lui ha detto. “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. La trasmissione televisiva completa ripete il Lunedi, Novembre 4 a 10 p.m. ET / PT su Showtime Extreme e sarà disponibile su Showtime QUALSIASI MOMENTO® e 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.
LAS VEGAS – October 16, 2019– Super middleweight prospectsKevin “The Second Coming”Newman 10-1-1 (6 KO) e Mark Anthony Hernandez 14-2-1 (3 KO) discuss training camp, their first matchup, and the animosity between the camps leading up to theirShoBox: The Next Generationdebuts on Friday, Novembre 1 diretta su Showtime a 10:30 p.m. ET/PT from Sam’s Town Live in Las Vegas.
Il ShoBoxfour-fight telecast will see Mayweather Promotions’ undefeated super featherweight prospectXavier Martinez (14-0, 10 KO) return for his second consecutive test on the series, this time against veteran FilipinoJessie Cris Rosales(22-3-1, 10 KO). In the co-featured fight, 2016 Olimpionico Richardson Hitchins (9-0, 5 KO) will face once-beatenKevin Johnson (7-1, 4 KO), while undefeated Las Vegas knockout artistRolando Romero9-0 (8 KO) 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. In 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 rivincita:
On training camp:
Newman: “Campo di addestramento è stato andando alla grande. 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: “Il campeggio è stato fantastico. Ho una grande squadra dietro di me. 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, Posso dirvi che, 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, Solo che non sapevo quando. 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, Io sarò vittorioso.”
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 – Marzo 13, 2019 – Three undefeated prospects will make theirShoBox: La nuova generazione debut as super bantamweightAngelo Leoand super featherweightsXavier Martinez e Andres Cortes compete in separate bouts on a Mayweather Promotions card live on SHOWTIME Friday, Aprile 5 (10 p.m. ET / PT) da Sam’s Town Live a Las Vegas.
Top 122-pound prospect Leo (16-0, 8 KO) will square off against FilipinoNeil Tabanao (17-4, 11 KO) in a 10-round bout in theShoBox evento principale, while super featherweight Martinez (13-0, 9 KO) assumerà John Moralde (21-2, 11 KO) in a 10-round co-featured attraction. In apertura trasmissione televisiva, Las Vegas prospectCortes (10-0, 6 KO) will face Baltimore’sJahmal Dyer (9-1, 5 KO) in otto round super-piuma attacco.
Tickets for the Mayweather Promotions’ Sin City Showdown are priced at $25, $50 e $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, CEO di promozioni 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,”Ha dichiarato Gordon Hall, Produttore Esecutivo, Senior Vice President, Production, Showtime Networks 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, Leone, 24, recorded a unanimous decision over Alberto Torres in his 2019 debut on the non-televised undercard of Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz. Leone, 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, di 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, gareggiato nel 2012 e 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, che è 2-2 nei suoi ultimi quattro incontri, is looking to redeem himself in this pivotal matchup. Il suo U.S. debutto in 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. Devo fare una dichiarazione. 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. With a win, 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. "Mi sento benissimo. Sono 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, ma io sono un combattente migliore. I’m training to go a full eight rounds, but if I find an opportunity before then, Vado a prenderlo. I’ve been waiting for a chance to show the world how good of a fighter I am, e questo è. This is my time to show the world who I am.”
Fin dalla sua nascita nel luglio 2001, l'acclamata serie di boxe SHOWTIME, ShoBox: La nuova generazione giovane talento ha caratterizzato abbinato dura. Il ShoBox La filosofia è quella di teletrasmettere emozionante, folla-piacevole e partite ufficiali, mentre fornendo un banco di prova per le prospettive che vogliono determinati a combattere per un titolo mondiale. Alcuni crescente lista del 79 combattenti che sono apparsi su ShoBox e avanzato di raccogliere titoli mondiali include: Errol Spence Jr., Andre Ward, Deontay Wilder, Erislandy Lara, Shawn Porter, Gary Russell Jr., Lamont Peterson, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Nonito Donaire, Devon Alexander, Carl Froch, Robert Guerrero, Timothy Bradley, Jessie Vargas, Juan Manuel Lopez, Chad Dawson, Paulie Malignaggi, Ricky Hatton, Kelly Pavlik, Paul Williams e più.
