HARD-HITTING HEAVYWEIGHT DOMINIC BREAZEALE REMAINS UNDEFEATED WITH THIRD ROUND KO OVER YASMANY CONSUEGRA

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Carson, California. (Lub rau hli ntuj 6) – Southern California boxing fans were treated to an afternoon of hard punches and quick action as Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on NBC took to the ring at StubHub Center in Carson, California. The Saturday afternoon fight card, part of a jam-packed day of sports action on NBC, showcased a heavyweight brawl between Dominic Breazeale and Yasmany Consuegra and a fast and furious welterweight bout between Robert Guerrero and Aron Martinez.

In the PBC on NBC main event, Guerrero and Martinez let their fists fly from the opening bell to the closing bell in a showdown that saw over 1,000 punches thrown between the two welterweights over 10 rounds. It was clear from the beginning of the fight that Martinez was not intimidated by Guerrero’s skills or resume as he dominated the first several rounds, even dropping Guerrero in the fourth. But Guerrero was able to turn the table in his favor as the fight progressed and dominate the second half of the 10 round brawl. Lub tsev hais plaub tau qhab nia lub bout 97-95 thiab 95-94 for Guerrero and 95-94 for Martinez in a split decision victory that brought the crowd to its feet.

BREAZEALE, ib tug 2012 U.S. Olympian and Southern California-native, needed less than three rounds to defeat previously unbeaten heavyweight Conguegra. The referee called off the fight at 1:49 of the third round after Consuegra hit the canvas three times as Breazeale extended his professional record to 15-0 nrog 14 Kos.

The featured fight on NBC SportsNet saw a featherweight battle between the once-beaten Argentinean Jesus Cuellar and former world champion Vic Darchinyan that came to a half when Cuellar knocked out Darchinyan at 1:04 of the seventh round.

NBCSN also featured the return of Alfredo Angulo, who scored a fifth-round knockout victory over Delray Raines in a middleweight contest that saw “Aub” raise his hand in victory for the first time since 2012.

Here is what the fighters had to say about Saturday afternoon’s fights:

Robert Guerrero

“Aron Martinez came to fight and the fans got to see two warriors go at it.

“I can’t explain why I go to war so much. I just love to get in there and mix it up.

“When I got up off the canvas, I told myself…get up and win this fight.

“Once I started boxing I felt I started dominating the fight.

“We got the victory and now it’s time to move on to some big fights and give the fans the warrior type fights they deserve. I’m an action fighter and I’ll continue to be so.

“There is something about this arena that makes you want to stand there and trade.

“I just suffered the loss of my cousin. She passed away last week and this fight was for her.”

ARON Martinez

“Kuv zoo siab heev nrog kuv kawm. I thought I won the fight.

“I thought the third scorecard was way out of line.

“It was a great experience fighting on NBC. I wanted to put on a great fight for the fans and me and Robert did that.

“I look forward to being more active and fighting again as soon as possible.”

Dominic BREAZEALE

“Its always a little different to fight in the afternoon. The fans came out to support me. I put on a big show and got the win.

“He was putting his hand on his right side and I was hitting him with the upper cut.

“Kuv yuav tsis hais dab tsi zoo rau.

“I’d love to be back in the ring as soon as possible. Everybody did a great job putting this together. This was only three rounds right here and lets do it again in a couple months.”

YEXUS CUELLAR

“I wasn’t hurt. It was more of a slip. Darchinyan is a very tough warrior and I’m glad I came out on top.

“I want to fight again as soon as possible. I saw Abner Mares sitting in the first row and I want to fight him next.”

Alfredo Angulo

“I have so many fans and I want to thank them. They are here cheering for me – cheering for the dog. I always say it’s for the fans and I want to thank them for the support.

“This is my first fight coming back to my old trainer [Clemente Medina] and it was great.

“A lot of people say ‘the dog is dead,’ but if you ask the people that saw my performance, they will all tell you the dog is alive and well.”

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LOS ANGELES (Lub rau hli ntuj 4, 2015) – Fight week continued today for the Premier Boxing Champions rau NBC event taking place Saturday, Lub rau hli ntuj 6 at StubHub Center as fighters held a final press conference for media and fans at historic Olvera Street in Los Angeles.

Nag hmo, fight week activities kicked off with media workouts at Wild Card West Boxing Gym in Santa Monica.

Lub Saturday afternoon telecast starts at 3 p.m. THIAB/12 p.m. PT on NBC featuring the heavyweight showdown between Dominic “Teeb meem” BREAZEALE (14-0, 13 Kos) thiabConsuegra Yasmany (17-0, 14 Kos). Following that bout is the headlining event that pits former four-division world champion Robert “Lub Ntsuj Plig Dawb Huv” Warrior (32-3-1, 18 Kos) tiv thaiv Aron Martinez (19-3-1, 4 Kos).

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Here is what the fighters had to say yesterday and today:

Robert Guerrero

“I’m excited to get back in the ring. I’ve trained very hard and my focus is fully on this fight.Saturday afternoon you’re going to see a great fight.

“It’s a unique event starting so early. I’ll get up, eat and go fight but I’m ready for it.

“I want to fight often, inactivity is the worst thing for a fighter. I want to fight three-four times per year, every year.

“I never take another fighter lightly. This is a huge opportunity for Aron Martinez and I’m sure he’ll be ready for a real fight.

“Fighting on NBC puts all the eyes on me. I know how big of a platform this is.

“StubHub Center is a terrific venue, fans are right on top of you. I love fighting there and I’m not going to leave the fans disappointed.”

ARON Martinez

“Xws li Saturday, expect a great fight. Nws mus yuav ib tug tsov rog. I want to go in there and show everybody who I am.

“I know how tough of a fighter Robert is, he’s fought at the top level for a long time.

“I’m a brawler and I’m ready to test whatever skills he has. I need to close the distance, stay on top of him and get to him early. My power will surprise him.

“I love StubHub Center. I’ve been there many times to watch fights and can’t wait to fight there myself.

“Qhov no yog ib tug loj lub sij hawm rau kuv, fighting on such a big card. We know Robert is a former world champion but I’m focused and ready. I’ve trained extra hard for this fight.”

Dominic BREAZEALE

“Everything starts off the jab, I need to put pressure on him early. I’ve seen a couple of YouTube clips of him fighting but the key is to focus on what I do best.

“This is a huge opportunity for me to fight on NBC at StubHub Center and I plan to take full advantage of it.

“This camp has been great, my whole team has done a phenomenal job getting me ready for this fight.

“I have to thank my opponent for coming out and putting his record on the line. When I’m done with him, he’ll be 17-1. I’m looking for an early round knockout and I want to keep the fans on the edge of their seats.”

YASMANY CONSUEGRA

“I’m very prepared for this fight. I’m thankful to Dominic for taking this fight and I can’t wait to put on a show no hnub vas xaum yav tav su.

“I feel strong and ready for this challenge. My team has done everything they need to help me come out victorious.

“I was part of the national team in Cuba which is very difficult to do. I’m not worried about any hype leading into this fight.”

YEXUS CUELLAR

“First Darchinyan, Then Leo Santa Cruz or Abner Mares, those are the fighters

I’m targeting.

“He can talk as much as he wants but we’re going to fight and find out who is better nyob rau hnub Saturday.

“I’m very prepared and ready to represent Argentina. I trained hard and I’m ready to get in the ring. I’ve put in the hard work and I’m going to step inside the ring and showcase my talent for all of Argentina.”

VIC DARCHINYAN

“I will demolish this kid nyob rau hnub Saturday, I have much more experience.

“He has no idea what’s going to happen.

“I was a champion for many years and want to win another title. I will show everyone that I’m still capable nyob rau hnub Saturday.

“We’re going to see great fights and great action nyob rau hnub Saturday. I’m ready to go and I hope everyone enjoys the fights.”

Alfredo Angulo

“I’m so happy to be here in Los Angeles and fighting so close to home. 'Tus Aub’ is coming back and you’ll see that nyob rau hnub Saturday.

“Kuv zoo siab heev yuav tsum tau rov qab rau hauv lub nplhaib. It’s been a bit of a layoff but I want to be as active and busy as possible.

“I’m back now with Clemente Medina. I work best with him and I’m happy to be back training in Los Angeles again.

“I recently got married. I’m much more settled and much more focused on my career. I look forward to becoming a champion again.”

Oscar Molina

“My left shoulder is completely healed, the recovery took a while which was frustrating but now all systems are go.

“I’ve prepared well for this fight and I’m excited to go out and perform. It’s an honor for me to be on the same card as all these great fighters. I’m going to give a great show nyob rau hnub Saturday.

“I don’t know much about my opponent but I’ve been very busy in the gym learning everyday and I look forward to setting the pace and fighting my fight nyob rau hnub Saturday.

“I’ve been going to fights at StubHub Center for years and it’s great to be fighting there for the first time.”

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