WBC Middleweight World Champion Charlo Faces Hard-Hitting Montiel in Special Juneteenth Day Celebration Saturday, Juin 19 Headlining a Premier Boxing Champions Event Live on SHOWTIME® Cliquez ICI pour Photos; Crédit: Esther Lin/Showtime HOUSTON – May 18, 2021 - Champion du monde des poids moyens WBC invaincu Jermall Charlo and hard-hitting 160-pound contenderJuan Macías Montiel met face-to-face for the first time Tuesday during a kick-off press conference as they preview the main event of a special Juneteenth Day celebration in Charlo’s hometown of Houston Saturday, Juin 19 at Toyota Center headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event live on SHOWTIME.
Charlo has established himself as a force in two divisions and will seek to thrill his hometown crowd against Mexico’s Montiel in a first-of-its-kind Juneteenth Day boxing celebration. Charlo se battra à Houston pour la quatrième fois en tant que pro et cherchera à garder son record invaincu intact contre Montiel, l'esprit bouleversé.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING commencera à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT et fonctionnalité concurrente légère montante Isaac Cruz luttant contre l'ancien champion du monde Francisco Vargas dans le co-événement principal de 10 rondes. Coup d'envoi de la télédiffusion, ancien champion du monde Angelo Leo revient pour affronter le concurrent mexicain Aaron Alameda dans un 10-ronde super coqs combat.
Here is what Charlo, Montiel and their trainers had to say Tuesday: Charlo JERMALL: “Juin 19, ça va être des feux d'artifice. A parade. A celebration. Me and Ronnie Shields get a chance to do it again. Je travaille dur. I was working hard before I even knew who Montiel was. Ce temps, you get a chance to see all the hard work I’ve put in for so many years. It’s a dream come true to be able to fight in my city and I get a chance to do it with a crowd. Tune in and get your tickets because it’s going to be a great night of boxing.
“There’s no better day to fight than Juneteenth. It’s a celebration for me and my people and I get to represent them and carry them on my back. To be able to do it for my city right here at the Toyota Center – it’s going to be an amazing night of boxing.
“Montiel is fearless. He’s a fighter that I think deserves a chance. À ce point, he understands where he’s at. This is a big fight. A lot of people may not know who Montiel is, just like I didn’t, but he’s a strong fighter. The people want to see me get tested, droit? I want to see those big fights, trop. In a matter of time, they’ll come. But Montiel should be a good fight.
“I’m going to whoop his ass. He doesn’t stand a chance. They’re all confident. I got the belt. The belt ain’t going nowhere. Toyota Center, sois prêt. It’s going to be fireworks June 19. He can be as confident as he wants, but when we get in there he’s going to have to figure it out.
“I’m ready to fight the best in the world. I’m the best in the world and I’m not going to let this guy over here stop me. The belt is not going nowhere. The belt is staying right here in ‘H Town.’ There’s nothing he could do about it. Nothing. It’s my belt. It’s my legacy. You’ll find out June 19.
“A fighter like Montiel is challenging to go in there and get the job done real clean and swiftly because if I look bad against a guy like this, they’ll take away from what I did in the Derevyanchenko fight. Mais, ben oui, à ce jour, Derevyanchenko was one of my hardest fights, but I made nice work of it and onto the next one.
“I got the belt. Champions fight champions. We unify. Sinon, we’re not just going to sit back. Those guys that have the belt like Triple G, Canelo and Andrade – the belts are out there so eventually it will happen. I’m not in a rush. Je suis jeune. I’m still having fun. I’m enjoying what I do best.
“If Triple G wants this WBC belt, I have it. It’s over here, it’s open. I’m ready to fight.” JUAN MACÍAS MONTIEL: “We are focused on preparing as well as possible. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and we are taking it as such with a lot of dedication and discipline. We are ready to put on a great show on June 19.
“This is the fight I always dreamed of. I am all about challenging myself and fighting against the best of the best. I have been training hard and I believe in myself. I will be ready to come out and win.
“We’re fighting in Houston because I don’t think that I’m in a position to choose or dictate anything right now. I will fight anywhere in order to make my dream of becoming a champion come true. If we have to fight on the moon, then let’s fight on the moon.
“I believe that power is the great equalizer, a legit advantage in boxing, since it can change the fortunes of any fighter inside the ring. I consider my power an advantage in my favor.
“I have fought and prepared so hard for the opportunity to go and get this championship belt. I have done things the right way, there is no reason for things to go wrong. As I said previously, I am not in a position to choose where to fight. I just have to keep training hard like I have since I was four years old.
“I’m happy that there will be fans in the stands. Je ne ressens aucune pression, because it’s all about Latin pride and support and that motivates me.
“I think Charlo is a great fighter, super talented and the world champion for a reason. I have been preparing my whole life for this.
“I don’t think that all Mexicans just go on attack mode by default, you also have to be smart and think things through depending on how the fight goes.” Ronnie Shields, CHARLO’S TRAINER: “Jermall Charlo has worked his butt off in the gym and he continues to do that. To defend your title in your backyard, in your hometown, that’s a very special thing. Not only is it going to be special because of that, it’s going to be special because Juneteenth is a very special day for all African Americans in the state of Texas. We’re looking forward to a great fight. Montiel is a really great fighter and we know we can’t underestimate anybody. We’re going to be in the best condition we’ve ever been in every time we fight and we’re going to continue to do that. We’re looking forward to having everybody come out for this great celebration.
“I think a lot of people were surprised how easily Jermall beat Sergey Derevyanchenko. He was the No. 1 concurrent. He was the mandatory defense. He gave Triple G problems. He gave Danny Jacobs problems. And Jermall beat him.” EDUARDO MONTIEL, MONTIEL’S TRAINER: “Training camp is an ongoing process. Things are going swimmingly, just like we wanted them to. We are very happy and so glad people have welcomed us here in Houston with open arms.
“I’m hoping for Montiel to be in his best physical, mental and emotional shape to come out with a win on June 19. Our biggest advantage right now is that we are already settled in here in the United States, free of the distractions and temptations we might have back home in Mexico.
“I think that a victory of this magnitude would make Montiel the face of Mexican boxing, rubbing elbows with the Canelos of the world. Life would change overnight for him.”
DOUG HALL, GENERAL MANAGER, TOYOTA CENTER: “We welcome SHOWTIME and our friends from Premier Boxing Champions back to Toyota Center. We have a great history of hosting combat sports in this fine arena. We’re really excited about what Jermall Charlo and Juan Macías Montiel are going to bring to the Toyota Center on June 19. Les billets sont en vente dès maintenant à toyotacenter.comand we are looking forward to a great night as we bring back live events to this market. We can do it successfully and safely and we want to see everybody come and see a great championship boxing match.”
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Le concurrent poids-léger et percutant Isaac Cruz affronte l'ancien champion du monde Francisco Vargas dans le co-main event L'ancien champion du monde Angelo Leo affronte le concurrent mexicain Aaron Alameda lancera la télédiffusion à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT Billets en vente dès demain, Jeudi, Mai 13 à 12 p.m. CT! HOUSTON (Mai 12, 2021) – Champion du monde WBC des poids moyens invaincu Jermall Charlo entrera sur le ring pour une célébration du Juneteenth Day dans sa ville natale lorsqu'il affrontera des percutants Juan Macías Montiel Samedi, Juin 19 au Toyota Center de Houston en tête d'affiche d'un événement Premier Boxing Champions en direct sur SHOWTIME.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING commencera à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT et fonctionnalité concurrente légère montante Isaac Cruz luttant contre l'ancien champion du monde Francisco Vargas dans le co-événement principal de 10 rondes. Coup d'envoi de la télédiffusion, ancien champion du monde Angelo Leo revient pour affronter le concurrent mexicain Aaron Alameda dans un 10-ronde super coqs combat.
Charlo s'est imposé comme une force dans deux divisions et cherchera à ravir le public de sa ville natale contre le Mexicain Montiel, dans une célébration de boxe du Juneteenth Day unique en son genre. Charlo se battra à Houston pour la quatrième fois en tant que pro et cherchera à garder son record invaincu intact contre Montiel, l'esprit bouleversé.
L'événement est promu par Lions Only Promotions et TGB Promotions. Les billets pour l'événement en direct seront mis en vente demain, Jeudi, Mai 13 à 12 p.m. CT et peut être acheté àtoyotacenter.com. Lion contre. Alameda est promu en association avec Mayweather Promotions.
Charlo (31-0, 22 KOs) reviendra combattre dans sa ville natale pour la première fois depuis juin 2019 victoire par décision unanime sur Brandon Adams sur SHOWTIME. Le joueur de 30 ans a récemment remporté une victoire impressionnante sur le meilleur concurrent des poids moyens, Sergey Derevyanchenko, en septembre. 2020 épreuve de force. Charlo détient la ceinture des poids moyens WBC depuis 2019, après un règne de championnat à 154 livres qui a duré de 2015 par 2017. Il a compilé un parfait 6-0 record depuis qu'il est passé au poids moyen et détient des victoires sur les anciens champions Julian Williams, Austin Trout et Cornelius Bundrage au super poids welter.
"C'est super d'être de retour sur le ring, en tête d'affiche sur SHOWTIME et défendre mon titre devant les fans de ma ville natale à Houston," dit Charlo. "Se battre le Juneteenth signifie beaucoup pour moi parce qu'il y a une bataille en cours bien plus grande que celle-ci. Cela dit, Je dois gérer mes affaires en juin 19. Montiel est un dur, jeune, perforateur de puissance. Je sais qu'il veut ma couronne, mais j'ai plus faim que jamais et je suis prêt à faire le show pour mes fans. Préparez-vous pour un spécial, nuit explosive.
Représentant son Los Mochis natal, Sinaloa, Mexique, Montiel (22-4-2, 22 KOs) a gagné des KO dans tous 22 de ses victoires provisoires, alors que le bagarreur aux mains lourdes s'est imposé comme une force percutante. Le joueur de 27 ans a accumulé une séquence d'invincibilité depuis qu'il est passé au poids moyen, première compétition au poids en septembre 2017, et plus récemment, marquant une victoire par élimination directe au premier tour contre le concurrent de longue date James Kirkland en décembre 2020. Il possède les arrêts de Marco Reyes et Gustavo Castro, et un nul contre Hugo Centeno, Jr. au poids moyen. Montiel avait déjà fait campagne aux poids welters et super welters, tomber un février 2017 combat contre l'ancien champion Jaime Munguia dans un combat de 147 livres.
"Je sais que je combats le meilleur poids moyen du monde, mais il n'a jamais affronté quelqu'un qui peut frapper comme je peux," dit Montiel. "Toutes mes pertes dans le passé sont dues à ne pas m'entraîner correctement et à essayer de gagner par KO d'un coup de poing. J'ai grandi et je suis devenu un homme depuis. J'ai prouvé que j'étais différent quand j'ai battu Marco Reyes dans 2019, et je n'ai pas quitté la salle de gym depuis lors. J'ai travaillé dur chaque jour pour devenir champion du monde et je montrerai tout ce que j'ai appris le 19 juin.
Le Cruz, 22 ans (21-1-1, 15 KOs) a grimpé dans le classement des poids légers 2020, annonçant sa présence avec un KO électrisant au premier tour contre le vétéran Diego Magdaleno en septembre. Cruz a suivi cela en mars, quand il a remporté une décision unanime sur Matias Romero, invaincu auparavant. Depuis qu'il a fait ses États-Unis. débuts sur l'undercard de Jermall Charlo vs. Dennis Hogan en décembre 2019, le natif de Mexico a été invaincu lors de ses quatre apparitions sur le ring. Il s'agira de son cinquième combat en 20 mois, dont les quatre derniers seront venus sur SHOWTIME, y compris la tête d'affiche ShoBox: La prochaine génération en Février 2020.
"Moi et Vargas allons montrer aux fans la vraie boxe à la mexicaine le 19 juin", a déclaré Cruz. « Il est aussi de Mexico, donc je sais que ce combat sera de bout en bout. Il est temps pour moi de montrer aux fans que je suis le meilleur poids léger mexicain au monde. Dans le nouveau, et sortir avec le vieux. Je tiens à remercier mon promoteur, Le sénateur Manny Pacquiao, pour son soutien et sa conviction que je deviendrai champion du monde très bientôt.
Également originaire de Mexico, Vargas (27-2-2, 19 KOs) a remporté un titre de 130 livres en 2015 en battant Takashi Miura dans l'un des meilleurs combats de l'année. Le joueur de 36 ans affrontera Orlando Salido lors d'un match nul rempli d'action avant de perdre son titre face à Miguel Berchelt dans une autre affaire mémorable.. Vargas a battu Stephen Smith et Rod Salka avant de perdre dans son match revanche avec Berchelt en 2019. Plus récemment,, Vargas a commencé à faire campagne en poids léger, marquant des victoires consécutives avec une décision technique contre Ezequiel Aviles en octobre 2019 et un TKO sur Otto Gamez en novembre 2020.
"Je ne sais que mener des guerres et les fans ne devraient pas s'attendre à moins le 19 juin", a déclaré Vargas.. "Je suis un guerrier, et les gens vont se souvenir des raisons pour lesquelles j'étais dans deux combats du combat de l'année quand ils me verront sur le ring avec Isaac Cruz. Je tiens à remercier toute mon équipe pour avoir organisé ce combat que je sais que les fans apprécieront. »
Lion (20-1, 9 KOs), qui se bat hors de l'écurie Mayweather Promotions, est devenu le premier champion du monde de sa ville natale d'Albuquerque, N.M., depuis le légendaire champion des trois divisions Johnny Tapia, quand il a battu Tramaine Williams par décision unanime en août 2020. Le joueur de 26 ans a perdu la ceinture lorsqu'il a perdu une décision contre Stephen Fulton Jr, invaincu. en janvier sur SHOWTIME. Lion, qui s'entraîne à Las Vegas, cherchera à rétablir sa position dans la division des 122 livres empilés en juin 19.
«Je suis ravi de revenir sur le ring pour ce combat,» A déclaré Leo. "Je n'étais pas le même combattant lors de mon dernier combat, comme j'étais quand j'ai gagné le titre. Cela m'a donné une grosse puce sur mon épaule. J'ai compris mes erreurs et j'ai beaucoup appris sur moi-même. Je suis ici pour montrer aux gens que je suis toujours un concurrent de premier plan et une menace dans cette division. Alameda est un vrai concurrent et ce n'est pas un adversaire que je prends à la légère. Celui qui arrive en tête dans ce combat sera là pour un autre coup pour le titre et je prévois que ce soit moi. »
Aaron Alameda, 27 ans (25-1, 13 KOs) a réussi à arrêter la séquence à élimination directe de Luis Nery, mais est arrivé à court terme de la décision lors de leur combat pour le titre des super poids coq en septembre dernier. Avant le combat de Nery, la Sonora, Le natif du Mexique a connu des KO consécutifs contre Jordan Escobar et Breilor Teran. Un pro depuis 2014, son action précédente aux États-Unis. l'a vu remporter un KO au sixième tour contre Andre Wilson en 2016.
"Je ne peux pas attendre un autre grand combat le 19 juin", a déclaré Alameda. "J'ai montré que j'appartenais aux meilleurs lors de mon dernier combat contre Luis Nery, et je serai encore meilleur contre Leo. Mon objectif est de devenir champion du monde et je prévois d'afficher tout ce sur quoi j'ai travaillé dans ce combat. Je suis ravi de combattre Leo et de donner aux fans un grand spectacle.
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Former Unified Super Bantamweight Champion Román Battles Ricardo Espinoza Franco in Co-Main Event Live on SHOWTIME This Saturday, Mai 15 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, California in Event Presented by Premier Boxing Champions Cliquez ICIfor Photos from Kyte Monroe/Thompson Boxing Promotions BELL GARDENS, CALIFORNIE. (Mai 10, 2021) – Former unified super bantamweight world championDanny Roman will look to take one step closer to regaining his champion status when he takes onRicardo Espinoza Francoin the co-main event of action live on SHOWTIME (10 p.m. HE / 7 h, heure. PT) ce samedi, Mai 15 in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Californie.
The 31-year-old Román (27-3-1, 10 KOs) made his ring return after losing his unified titles in January 2020 Septembre dernier, when he bested former champion Juan Carlos Payano on his way to a unanimous decision. The Los Angeles-native captured his first title with a 2017 stoppage of Shun Kubo, before unifying belts with a triumph over T.J. Doheny in 2019, and eventually lost the belts via a narrow decision against Murodjon Akhmadaliev.
Here is what Román had to say about his training camp, his matchup Saturday and more:
Sur son récent camp d'entraînement: “The final days of camp are wrapping up now before we head to the bubble. Comme toujours, the sparring we got was top notch. My coach Eddie González and I have relentlessly been working every day to get me in the best shape of my life. These last two months have been demanding, but I know all the hard work will all pay off on fight night.” On fighting in Southern California on SHOWTIME: “Everyone knows Southern California is a breeding ground for boxers and the fans always show support for their hometown fighters. SHOWTIME has had some tremendous fights showcased out here and I plan to keep that tradition going strong. I plan to put on an entertaining fight for the fans by being explosive with my effort.” On his matchup with Ricardo Espinoza Franco: “This is not going to be an easy fight because I know my opponent is a tough fighter from Tijuana who is coming with everything he’s got. He’s got a lot of power, so I must be smart on how I throw my combinations. I believe my experience in big fights is going to be the difference on May 15. I’m expecting a rough fight and I’m ready for an intense battle.” On his quest to become a world champion once again: “Everything I do in boxing from here on out is to regain my status as a world champion. I’ll do whatever it takes to put me back in that position. A victory on May 15 will get me one step closer to that goal. I know in my heart I will become a world champion once again.”
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ABOUT NERY VS. FIGUEROA Nery vs. Figueroa will see two elite undefeated 122-pound champions meet asLuis Nerydefends his WBC Super Bantamweight World Championship againstBrandon Figueroain a 12-round showdown live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Mai 15 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie. dans un événement Premier Boxing Champions.
Dans la co-métrage Showtime Championship Boxing, former unified super bantamweight world championDanny Roman visages Ricardo Espinoza Francoin a 10-round battle at 122 livres, while undefeated rising starXavier Martinezmeets former world title challengerJuan Carlos Burgosin a WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator scheduled for 12 rounds to open the telecast.
L'événement est promu par TGB Promotions. Martinez vs. Burgos is promoted in association with Mayweather Promotions.
Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement. Pour plus d'informations, visitez www.SHO.com/sports, www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, suivre sur Twitter @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing et @TGBPromotions sur Instagram @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing et @TGBPromotions ou devenez fan sur Facebook à www.Facebook.com/SHOBoxing.
Former Unified Super Bantamweight Champion Danny Roman Battles Ricardo Espinoza Franco in Co-Main Event & Rising Super Featherweight Contender Xavier Martinez Takes on Juan Carlos Burgos To Kick Off Telecast at 10 p.m. HE / 7 h, heure. PT Billets en vente maintenant! CARSON, CALIFORNIE. (Mai 4, 2021) – Undefeated super bantamweight champions will meet for 122-pound supremacy whenLuis Nery makes the first defense of his WBC world title againstBrandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroain the headline attraction of a three-fight card live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Mai 15 in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Californie.
L'émission de télévision Showtime commence à BOXE CHAMPIONNAT 10 p.m. HE / 7 h, heure. PT and will see former unified super bantamweight championDanny Roman take on hard-hittingRicardo Espinoza Francodans le co-événement principal de 10 rondes, plus in the telecast opener undefeated super featherweight contenderXavier Martinez affronte l'ancien challenger du titre mondial Juan Carlos Burgos in a 12-round WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator.
Nery vs. Figueroa will see the powerful two-division champion Nery pursue a signature win at super bantamweight, while the rising Figueroa looks to use his all-action style to earn a career-best victory and announce his presence amongst the sport’s elite. The winner of this fight will be in line to face WBO 122-pound champion Stephen Fulton later this year in a unification showdown.
L'événement est promu par TGB Promotions. Martinez vs. Burgos is promoted in association with Mayweather Promotions.
“The super bantamweight division is one of boxing’s most intriguing, and this showdown between Nery and Figueroa will be a huge step towards declaring the king of the weight class,» A déclaré Tom Brown, Président de TGB Promotions. “These two undefeated 122-pound champions will leave it all in the ring in front of the passionate Southern California fight fans on May 15. With two Mexican-warriors going toe-to-toe, this is a main event that you won’t want to miss a second of.”
Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement.
Le Tijuana, Mexico native Nery (31-0, 24 KOs) became a two-division world champion in September as he won a wide unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Aaron Alameda to capture his WBC crown. The 26-year-old had held an 11-fight knockout streak entering that 122-pound title fight, establishing himself as a premier knockout artist at bantamweight during a run that included stoppages of former champions McJoe Arroyo and Juan Carlos Payano. Nery first became champion in 2017, when he went to Japan and stopped Shinsuke Yamanaka in his home country to capture the WBC bantamweight world title.
“This is one of the biggest fights of my career,” said Nery. “I am going to win this fight in spectacular fashion. I’m training hard every day to make sure I get the win on May 15. This is my time to make history for Mexico.”
The 24-year-old Figueroa (21-0-1, 16 KOs) returns to the ring after his most recent outing saw him stop Damien Vazquez in round 10 of their September 2020 choc. Figueroa applied his all-action style scoring knockouts over veteran contenders Moises Flores and Oscar Escandon to move his way up the 122-pound rankings. He captured the WBA’s interim super bantamweight title by stopping Yonfrez Parejo in April 2019, before eventually being elevated to “regular” champion. Figueroa has trained for this career-defining bout in Southern California, alongside his brother and former world champion Omar Figueroa.
“Training camp out here in California with Joel Diaz has been amazing,” said Figueroa. “I’m in tremendous shape and I’ll be ready to go on May 15. This is really one of the best training camps of my career. I know Nery is a tough fighter, maybe my toughest test to date. Je suis 24 maintenant, so it’s time for me to start fighting these world class fighters and prove to myself that I belong in there with the best fighters. I know Stephen Fulton is lined up for the winner of this fight, but I’m preparing 110% for Nery. I know he’s not just any fighter, so I’m doing everything I can to come away with the win on May 15.”
Ranked in the top five by all four sanctioning bodies at super bantamweight, Romain (27-3-1, 10 KOs) will look to continue on his path back toward another world title when he steps in the ring on May 15. The 30-year-old from Los Angeles most recently won an exciting 12-round unanimous decision over former champion Juan Carlos Payano last September. Roman first became world champion in 2017, when he stopped Shun Kubo for the WBA title. Roman would go on to unify titles by beating TJ Doheny for his IBF strap in 2019, before losing a narrow split decision to Murodjon Akhmadaliev in January 2020.
“I’m delighted to be fighting once again and can’t wait to step into the ring May 15 sur Showtime,»Dit Roman. “Ricardo Espinoza is a very tough fighter with a lot of heart. I know this fight is going to be another war and I’m fully prepared to go to battle. I’ve stayed in shape since my last fight, so fans can expect to see me throw a lot of punches. I’m going to make this fight a classic Mexican showdown.”
The 23-year-old Espinoza (25-3, 21 KOs) a combattu professionnellement depuis 2015 et a gagné 15 de son dernier 16 fights heading into May 15. Combats de Tijuana, Mexique, Espinoza dropped a bantamweight interim title fight to current world champion John Riel Casimero in 2019 via a 12eround knockout in a fight that was virtually tied on the cards. Espinoza bounced back with two straight victories, including his most recent triumph, a unanimous decision win over previously unbeaten Brandon Valdes last August.
“I’m training as hard as I ever have for this opportunity on May 15,” said Espinoza. “I feel strong and prepared for anything Roman is going to throw at me. I know that he’s an accomplished fighter, but I have all of the tools to be victorious and win an exciting fight that the fans are going to love.”
Une perspective Mayweather Promotions de Sacramento, Calif., Martínez (15-0, 11 KOs) s'est entraîné pour ce combat à Las Vegas, Nevada. The 23-year-old earned a career-best victory in his last outing, defeating veteran contender Claudio Marrero by unanimous decision in October on SHOWTIME. Précédemment, Martínez added three stoppage victories to his record in 2019 to run up a seven-fight knockout streak heading into the Marrero fight.
“I’ve felt great in camp and have already been preparing hard for this opponent,» A déclaré Martinez. “My last fight was an incredible experience. The biggest thing it taught me is just because you’re winning, don’t fall asleep at the wheel. That’s the same mentality I’m taking into this fight. I proved in my last fight that I can box and can hang with the best in the sport. This is a side many haven’t seen because I’ve been decapitating my previous opponents. The world is going to see how much versatility I carry in my skill set. Mai 15 is another day in the office, and it’s time to work!"
Le Tijuana, Mexico native Burgos (34-4-2, 21 KOs) has faced an impressive resume of top fighters throughout his extensive career, dropping world title bouts to Mikey Garcia and Hozumi Hasegawa, in addition to a draw in a 130-pound title tilt against Roman Martinez. The 33-year-old ended up on the short end of decisions in challenges of unbeaten champion Devin Haney in 2018 and undefeated Hector Tanajara in January 2020. Plus récemment,, he won a unanimous decision over Juan Ramon Bernal in March 2020.
“This is another opportunity for me to show that I have a lot left to give in the ring,” says Burgos. “Martínez doesn’t have a strong chin, as everyone saw when he got dropped twice by Claudio Marrero in his last fight. I’ve been training hard and waiting for an opportunity like this. Fans can expect an explosive performance on May 15.”
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All-Action Heavyweight Chris Arreola Battles Former Unified Heavyweight Champion Andy Ruiz Jr. in FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Main Event Saturday, Mai 1 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie Cliquez ICI pour les photos de Sean Michael Ham / TGB Promotions Cliquez ICIfor Full Workout Video Van Nuys, CALIFORNIE. (Avril 21, 2021) – All-action heavyweight Chris “The Nightmare” Arreolashowed off his skills in the ring during a virtual media workout Wednesday, which streamed live on thePage YouTube de PBC, as he nears his clash against former unified heavyweight championAndy “The Destroyer” Ruiz Jr. that headlines a FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, Mai 1 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
The full replay of the workout, which includes interviews with Arreola and his famed trainer Joe Goossen, can be watchedICI.
Le mai 1 event is promoted by TGB Promotions. Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement.
Arreola’s workout took place at the Ten Goose Boxing Gym in Van Nuys, California where Arreola is participating in his second training camp with Goossen. Arreola’s first fight with Goossen saw the veteran former title challenger set numerous CompuBox heavyweight records in a narrow decision loss to Adam Kownacki.
Here is what Arreola and Goossen had to say Wednesday:
Chris Arreola
“I’m ready for this fight. I’ve been waiting for this fight for four or five months. This one is going to be a barnburner for sure.
“This fight is important for my legacy. I want to make the fans happy they bought this fight. I don’t fight for paychecks. I’m a fighter for the fans. So I hope they enjoy this fight and buy this pay-per-view.
“I love what I do. I’m a fortunate person to have been a fighter since a young age. I bleed boxing. I put my whole self out there every time I fight. I know that I owe it to the fans to give them a great fight.
“Defensively I’ve grown so much working with Joe. He’s taught me a lot about keeping my hands up and countering. He hasn’t reinvented the wheel, he’s just made sure the wheel is round.
“I was able to keep up the pace against Kownacki because I did everything I had to do in the gym. I could have given three more rounds at the end of that fight too. The fight is always won in the gym and we put all of the work in to win that fight. I thought I won that fight. Despite not getting the decision, it was a fun fight for me.
"Je me sens bien. I’ve been working hard for months. I know that I have to make this a great fight for the fans and for myself. I know how crucial this fight is for my career.
“I don’t pay attention to the odds. If people want to make me the underdog, I’m comfortable with that. I’ve been an underdog my whole life.
“I’ve had some long layoffs before, so I know how to get back into it when the time comes. The sparring helps you know where your timing is at. That’s the best way to gauge where you’re at in your training camp.
“It’s a beautiful venue at Dignity Health Sports Park. There isn’t a bad seat in the house. Every time I go there I love to sit up there with all the fans and enjoy the fights. It’s going to be a fun night of boxing on May 1 and I can’t wait.”
JOE GOOSSEN, Entraîneur d’Arreola
“Chris and Andy are veterans. They’ve been around a longtime. They know how to turn on the switch when the time comes. We’re preparing for a great fight on May 1.
“When you have two guys of the same talent, how do you determine who wins the fight? It’s the fighter who’s in better shape. That’s the underlying thought process here. Both Chris and Andy have talent, but our goal is for Chris to be in the best shape possible. The difference plays itself out in those last few rounds of the fight.
“You’re going to have the best Andy Ruiz that we’ve seen in this fight. And we have the same on our side. Our team has been working hard as well. I don’t expect anything but a great fight. However many rounds this goes, ça va être des feux d'artifice.
“We’ve been training for around four months but he hasn’t peaked too early because we’ve been consistent. Once we built up to a certain point, we’ve kept it there. He’s not worn out at all. This is what fighters are supposed to do. They’re supposed to be in the gym training.
“I’m very confident and calm heading into this fight, because Chris has been doing exactly what he’s supposed to be doing. That’s all you can ask for.”
Étoile cubaine & Erislandy Lara, championne des super poids welter WBA, affronte Thomas LaManna pour la tête d'affiche du championnat des poids moyens WBA FOX PBC Fight Night & sur FOX Deportes Saturday, Mai 1 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie CliquezICI pour les photos de l'équipe Lara
LAS VEGAS(Avril 20, 2021) - Star cubaine et Champion WBA Super WelterweightErislandy «Le rêve américain» Laraa prévisualisé sa quête pour devenir trois fois, champion de deux divisions alors qu'il se prépare à affronterThomas "Cornflake" LaMannapour le titre des poids moyens WBA en tête d'affiche FOX PBC Fight Night et sur FOX Deportes samedi, Mai 1 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Lara vs. LaManna sert d'événement principal d'une émission commençant à 7 p.m. ET / 4 h, heure. PT précédant l'événement FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View présenté par l'ancien champion du monde unifié des poids lourdsAndy «The Destroyer» Ruiz Jr.combattant des poids lourds tout-actionChris "The Nightmare" Arreola, qui surmonte une extravagance de boxe stellaire qui se déroule au Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Lara fera son 2021 ses débuts après son dernier combat l'ont vu vaincre Greg Vendetti par décision unanime sur FOX en août, ce qui en fait trois combats consécutifs sans défaite combiné à sa victoire par élimination directe sur Ramon Alvarez en août 2019 et un tirage au sort dans un 2019 combat d'action contre l'actuel champion de 154 livres Brian Castano.
Avant de laisser tomber de justesse le combat de l'année 2018 à Jarrett Hurd, Lara a été établie comme la plus longue championne de 154 livres en titre, possédant six défenses de titre. Lara a affronté une multitude de grands noms de la division au fil des ans, y compris Canelo Alvarez, Austin Trout, Alfredo Angulo, Paul Williams, Ishe Smith et Vanes Martirosyan, en plus de Hurd et Castano.
Voici ce que Lara avait à dire à propos du camp d'entraînement, passer au poids moyen et plus:
Sur ce récent camp d'entraînement: “Le camp d'entraînement a été difficile. Je travaille avec mon coach Ismael Salas, et les choses ont juste été très calculées et scientifiques. Nous avons un super combat et je me sens jeune dans mon esprit, corps, et l'esprit. J'aime la façon dont le camp est géré, et je m'attends à avoir beaucoup de succès dans ce combat basé sur la préparation que j'ai eue à Las Vegas.
Sur son affrontement avec LaManna: “Thomas LaManna est vraiment grand et grand et apporte un style unique à la bague. Ce n'est pas du tout un combat facile, et je sais que je devrai faire de mon mieux pour sortir victorieux. Il ne s'est jamais battu pour un titre mondial alors je me bats contre une personne qui cherche à réaliser son rêve de toujours de devenir un champion du monde.. Je suis bien préparé, concentré, et je m'attends à un combat difficile.”
Sur la lutte pour le titre vacant des poids moyens WBA: “Je cherche à devenir un champion du monde en deux divisions et trois fois. Je suis très fier d'être un combattant qui met tout en jeu. Je veux affronter tous les challengers, et cela se poursuivra en mai 1. Mon objectif est d'être un grand de tous les temps et une légende dans le sport. Je monte en poids pour devenir un champion du monde et montrer au monde que je suis prêt pour de nouveaux défis. "
Sur ce qu'une victoire fera pour sa carrière: “Une victoire contre LaManna me mettra en position de défier les autres champions des poids moyens. Je regarde des combats d'unification, Je veux les plus gros combats possibles, mais je dois d'abord gagner ce combat. Il y a beaucoup de combats significatifs chez les poids moyens, et je les veux tous. Je veux être un membre du Temple de la renommée et devenir l'un des meilleurs boxeurs cubains à le faire. Pour que mon héritage soit pensé de cette façon, Je dois combattre le meilleur.”
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À PROPOS DE FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola verra l'ancien champion du monde unifié des poids lourds Andy «The Destroyer» Ruiz, Jr. Combattez le poids lourd tout-action Chris «The Nightmare» Arreola dans l'événement principal d'une extravagance de boxe entièrement mexicaine samedi, Mai 1 en tête d'affiche d'un FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View de Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Le pay-per-view commence à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT et met en vedette l'ancien champion du monde Omar «Panterita» Figueroa, Jr. affrontement avec Abel Ramos dans l'événement co-principal des poids welters de 12 rounds. Le prétendant sensationnel des super poids welters Sebastián "The Towering Inferno" Fundora affronte le percutant Jorge "El Demonio" Cota dans une bataille de 12 rounds et la star montante des poids welters Jesús Ramos se bat aux États-Unis. L'olympien Javier «El Intocable» Molina pour 10 rounds d'action des poids welters dans le premier match de pay-per-view.
L'événement est promu par TGB Promotions. Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement.
Le pay-per-view FOX Sports PBC est proposé au prix de $49.99. Achetez maintenant sur foxsports.com/ppv et regardez sur n'importe quel écran!
Précédant le pay-per-view, FOX PBC Fight Night commencera à 7 p.m. ET / 4 h, heure. PT en tête d'affiche de la star cubaine et champion WBA des super poids welter Erislandy "The American Dream" Lara cherche un troisième titre mondial dans une deuxième catégorie de poids alors qu'il affronte le vétéran candidat Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna pour le titre WBA des poids moyens. Dans l'événement co-principal sur FOX, Le meilleur prétendant poids plume Eduardo Ramírez affronte Isaac Avelar dans un combat de 12 rounds pour le titre WBA poids plume intérimaire vacant.
Crédit photo: Ryan Hafey / Premier Champions de boxe Cliquez ICI pour les photos de Ryan Hafey / Premier Champions de boxe Cliquez ICI pour Photos Esmeraldo Ferraro Cliquez ICI pour la vidéo de l'événement LAS VEGAS - Avril 19, 2021 - Ancien champion poids lourd unifié Andy «The Destroyer» Ruiz Jr. a pris le temps de s'entraîner samedi dernier pour donner un coup de main à ceux qui en avaient besoin, en rejoignant l'initiative Project Hope et en aidant à distribuer 500 sacs d'épicerie pour les familles à Las Vegas. Ruiz revient sur le ring lors de l'événement principal FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View samedi, Mai 1 contre Chris Arreola «The Nightmare» du poids lourd tout-action de Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Ruiz a été rejoint par son entraîneur Eddy Reynoso et a partagé la scène avec le champion des poids lourds Tyson Fury lors de l'événement. Ruiz a parlé à la foule qui s'est rassemblée et a exprimé sa conviction de surmonter l'adversité.
"Tout est possible,”A dit Ruiz. «Personne ne croyait que je pouvais devenir un champion des poids lourds… et que savez-vous? J'ai fini par devenir le premier champion du monde des poids lourds mexicains.
Ruiz Jr. est resté impliqué dans des efforts de bienfaisance pensant sa carrière. La star américano-mexicaine a également rendu visite à l'Association des enfants handicapés et au Comité caritatif pour la prise en charge des orphelins à Riyad, L'Arabie saoudite avant son dernier combat avec Anthony Joshua en décembre 2019.
Pour plus de 60 ans, Le projet HOPE a transformé la santé et le bien-être des personnes et des communautés du monde entier. Ils travaillent aux premières lignes des défis sanitaires mondiaux, partenariat avec les communautés, les agents de santé et les systèmes de santé publique pour assurer un changement durable.
À PROPOS DE FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola verra l'ancien champion du monde unifié des poids lourds Andy «The Destroyer» Ruiz, Jr. Combattez le poids lourd tout-action Chris «The Nightmare» Arreola dans l'événement principal d'une extravagance de boxe entièrement mexicaine samedi, Mai 1 en tête d'affiche d'un FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View de Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Le pay-per-view commence à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT et met en vedette l'ancien champion du monde Omar «Panterita» Figueroa, Jr. affrontement avec Abel Ramos dans l'événement co-principal des poids welters de 12 rounds. Le prétendant sensationnel des super poids welters Sebastián "The Towering Inferno" Fundora affronte le percutant Jorge "El Demonio" Cota dans une bataille de 12 rounds et la star montante des poids welters Jesús Ramos se bat aux États-Unis. L'olympien Javier «El Intocable» Molina pour 10 rounds d'action des poids welters dans le premier match de pay-per-view.
L'événement est promu par TGB Promotions. Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement.
Le pay-per-view FOX Sports PBC est proposé au prix de $49.99. Achetez maintenant sur foxsports.com/ppv et regardez sur n'importe quel écran!
Unbeaten Middleweight Prospect Jose Resendiz Faces Quilisto Madera In Co-Main Event & Promising Prospects Atif Oberlton, Burley Brooks, Travon Marshall & Amon Rashidi Compete in Separate Bouts on Telecast Beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT LOS ANGELES (Avril 16, 2021) – Undefeated lightweight prospectsFrank Martinet Jerry Perezwill go toe-to-toe in a 10-round battle that headlines FS1 PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes on Tuesday, Avril 20 from Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles.
L'émission commence à 8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT and will see unbeaten middleweight prospectJose Resendiz square off againstQuilisto Maderain the eight-round co-main event. The telecast will also feature exciting prospectAtif Oberlton in a light heavyweight attraction againstJesse Bryan, super-moyens perspective Burley Brooks prenant Cameron Rivera, the pro debut of Travon Marshallin a super welterweight showdown againstChristian Marron, et Amon Rashidi réunion Jesus Silveryain a super lightweight bout to open the telecast.
The event will be promoted by TGB Promotions and will take place without fans in attendance at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall, an AEG venue, au centre de Los Angeles.
The 26-year-old Martin (12-0, 9 KOs) added two victories to his ledger in 2020, stopping Tyrone Luckey in December and Reymond Yanong in February. A seven-time national champion as an amateur, including a first place finish at the 2016 Golden Gloves nationales, Martin was raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana and now resides in Indianapolis. Martin has fought professionally since 2017, scoring knockouts in five of his first six fights.
Trained alongside four-division champion Leo Santa Cruz and his family, Perez (13-0, 10 KOs) is riding a three-fight knockout streak into this bout on April 20. Most recently the 28-year-old scored a career best victory in blasting out Joshua Zuniga in their October 2020 match, winning by third-round knockout. The Oak Hills, California native had previously earned stoppage victories over Tyrone Luckey and Ivan Leon Benitez in 2019.
The 22-year-old Resendiz (11-0, 8 KOs) fera son U.S. debut when he steps into the ring on April 20. Fighting out of Nayarit, Mexique, Resendiz has won eight consecutive fights by knockout, after his first three pro outings saw him win unanimous decisions. Dans son dernier combat, Resendiz stopped Joaquin Murrieta in the eighth round of their January 2020 choc.
Born in Mount Vernon, Washington, Bois (12-2, 8 KOs) now resides in Fresno, California as he prepares to face Resendiz. Plus récemment,, Madera won a unanimous decision over Osbaldo Camacho Gonzales in May 2019. That victory gave the 28-year-old back-to-back triumphs and wins in five of his last six contests overall, datant de 2018.
Oberlton (1-0, 1 KO) made his pro debut on January 30 as the 22-year-old stopped Nathan Sharp in the third round. Representing the fighter-rich city of Philadelphia, Oberlton won the 2018 et 2016 National Golden Gloves tournaments and reached the finals of the 2018 U.S.. National Championships prior to turning pro. He will be opposed by the 36-year-old Bryan (19-5-2, 15 KOs), who returns to the ring after a decision loss in February of this year. The Jefferson City, Missouri native had won 10 consecutive fights before dropping his last two contests.
Brooks (6-1, 5 KOs) trains with unified welterweight champion Errol Spence in Dallas, Texas under the tutelage of coach Derrick James. The 25-year-old Brooks is looking to bounce back from a split decision loss to Marco Delgado in his last fight in September. Rivera (8-6-3, 6 KOs) fights out of Fife, Washington and is coming off a TKO victory over Roberto Salas in his last fight.
The 20-year-old Marshall will turn pro on April 20 after an impressive amateur career. Marshall was born in Landover, Maryland and now resides in Capitol Heights, Maryland as he embarks on his professional journey. He will be opposed by the 31-year-old Marron (0-1) who fights out of Bakersfield, Californie.
The 28-year-old Rashidi (8-1-1, 6 KOs) works out of the same gym in Dallas as Spence and Brooks and is coming off a TKO victory over Rynell Griffin in his last fight. He will face Silverya (8-6-2, 3 KOs), who is from Nuevo Leon, Mexico and is coming off a loss to Fazliddin Gaibnazarov in his last fight.
“I love training with a young, hungry fighter like Jesús. We feed off of each other’s energy,” – Abel Ramos “We both have the same goal, which is to win on May 1… If I’m ever tired, I just look to Abel and know that I have to keep pushing,” – Jesús Ramos Welterweight Contender Abel Ramos & Rising Welterweight Star Jesús Ramos Preview Respective Showdowns on FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Undercard Taking Place Saturday, Mai 1 depuis Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie CASA GRANDE, LE. (Avril 14, 2021) – Welterweight contender Abel Ramos and his nephew, rising welterweight star Jesús Ramos, discussed their family’s bond through boxing while previewing their upcoming respective showdowns taking place Saturday, Mai 1 in FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View undercard action from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Californie.
Abel Ramos will step in to face former world champion Omar “Panterita” Figueroa in the co-main event of the pay-per-view, while Jesús Ramos will battle Javier “El Intocable” Molina in a welterweight attraction that kicks off the pay-per-view at 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT.
Abel and Jesús are trained by Abel’s brother and Jesús’ father, Jesús Ramos Sr. in their hometown of Casa Grande, Arizona. Both have spoken effusively about how training alongside a family member, and a fighter at a different point in their career, helps push them during camp.
“It’s great working with Abel,” said Jesús. “We both have the same goal, which is to win on May 1. If I’m ever tired, I just look to Abel and know that I have to keep pushing. I’m always able to ask him for advice and we help each other a lot.”
“It’s great training with a young, hungry fighter like Jesús,” said Abel. “We feed off of each other’s energy, and there’s lots of competitiveness when we train. I think that’s a good thing for both of us.”
Both Abel and Jesús have known since Jesús was little that this was a path the younger Ramos would eventually walk. For Jesús, he’s always used Abel as his inspiration to help get him where he is today.
“Deep down I always knew he’d get into boxing,” said Abel. “He was at all of my fights when he was younger and he always showed an interest in the sport.”
“Abel is the guy that I’ve looked up to since I was a little kid,” said Jesús. “I watched him box from a very young age and have learned a lot from him. Seeing him do it has always inspired me. He’s always taken tough fights and that’s inspiring too. He’s played a huge role in getting me to where I am today.”
While the 20-year-old Jesús is considered a young up-and-comer in the sport, who will be taking on his toughest test May 1 in Javier Molina, Abel believes that his nephew will show wisdom beyond his years in this fight.
“People think because Jesús is young that he doesn’t have experience, but that’s where they’re wrong,” said Abel. “At a very young age he displayed a lot of the abilities of a veteran fighter. He’s always had great patience, as well as the ability to think in the ring. His ring IQ is really high for his age.”
Ahead of the two fighting Ramos’ sharing the pay-per-view undercard on May 1, here is what Abel and Jesús had to say about their training camp, their respective showdowns and more:
ABEL RAMOS
“We’re less than three weeks away now, and every week I feel stronger and more ready for May 1. I’ve been sparring with a bunch of local fighters from Arizona who are helping prepare me. The hardest part is yet to come, but I’m just focusing on the game plan and executing the same program that’s worked in the past.
“It’s great to be a part of this event and show the fans the warrior mentality that us Mexican and Mexican-American fighters have. I can’t wait to put on a great show! It’s motivating for me to showcase our warrior style and it’s making me work my absolute hardest in order to give my best on fight night.
“I learned a lot from facing Yordenis Ugas. I went back and watched that fight, and I saw some things I can improve on. It serves as motivation, but it also showed me that I belong in there with the best in the division. I don’t feel like it was a total loss because I learned from it. But in this fight, I’m going to show all the improvements I’ve made since the Ugas fight.
“I watched Figueroa’s fight against Ugas. But styles make fights and I think my fight against Figueroa is going to be different than what Figueroa and Ugas had. I expect way more action when I face Omar.
“The majority of the game plan is preparing for Figueroa to come forward. We’re getting sparring partners that mimic what Figueroa does. Even when I’m working on the heavy bag, we’re keeping that in mind. I’m constantly imagining someone in front of me who I know is going to throw a lot of punches.
"A la fin de la journée, I just want the win by any means necessary. I love that people are expecting a great fight from us and I just use that as motivation to prepare myself for what I know will be a grudge match.”
JESÚS RAMOS
“Everything is going how we planned for in this training camp. It’s a grind seven days a week. I’m just keeping up a good diet and focusing on strength and conditioning. We’re going 12 rounds in sparring and I’m feeling ready. I’m in great shape already and we still have two and a half weeks to go. I’ve been sparring with my uncle Abel, Jorge Cota and some other local fighters from Arizona.
“I think Molina has a lot of experience, which I know he’ll try to use against me. He’s a fighter with good speed. But when he fought Jose Pedraza, he struggled against a southpaw. Si, I might cause him some problems there, but I’m also bigger than Pedraza. I’m a legit welterweight.
“This fight being so close to Cinco De Mayo, this is a huge deal for me. There are going to be tons of events and festivities that week and to be a part of all of that is an honor. I just want to represent Mexico in the best way that I can.
“A victory over Molina would be a big statement. A lot of people are saying that he’s my toughest opponent to date. And beating him will get me fights with some even bigger names. But I have to beat Molina first.
“I’d love to get a knockout against Molina. He’s faced some tough fighters and nobody has been able to knock him out. But if I can’t get the knockout then I just want to dominate him and look good getting the win however I can.”
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À PROPOS DE FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola verra l'ancien champion du monde unifié des poids lourds Andy «The Destroyer» Ruiz, Jr. Combattez le poids lourd tout-action Chris «The Nightmare» Arreola dans l'événement principal d'une extravagance de boxe entièrement mexicaine samedi, Mai 1 en tête d'affiche d'un FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View de Dignity Health Sports Park à Carson, Californie.
Le pay-per-view commence à 9 p.m. HE / 6 h, heure. PT et met en vedette l'ancien champion du monde Omar «Panterita» Figueroa, Jr. affrontement avec Abel Ramos dans l'événement co-principal des poids welters de 12 rounds. Le prétendant sensationnel des super poids welters Sebastián "The Towering Inferno" Fundora affronte le percutant Jorge "El Demonio" Cota dans une bataille de 12 rounds et la star montante des poids welters Jesús Ramos se bat aux États-Unis. L'olympien Javier «El Intocable» Molina pour 10 rounds d'action des poids welters dans le premier match de pay-per-view.
L'événement est promu par TGB Promotions. Les billets sont en vente maintenant et peuvent être achetés sur AXS.com. Dignity Health Sports Park sera ouvert aux fans dans une capacité limitée, avec tous les invités restant socialement distancés et soumis aux directives de santé locales et étatiques tout au long de l'événement.
Le pay-per-view FOX Sports PBC est proposé au prix de $49.99. Achetez maintenant sur foxsports.com/ppv et regardez sur n'importe quel écran!
Undefeated Super Lightweight Sensation Omar Juárez Battles Argentina’s Elías Araujo in FOX PBC Fight Night Co-Main Event & on FOX Deportes This Saturday, Avril 17 from Los Angeles
SAN ANTONIO, TX. (Avril 14, 2021) – Undefeated super lightweight sensationOmar “El Relampago”Juárez will look to continue his ascent up the 140-pound rankings when he takes on Argentina’sElías “El Macho” Araujoin a 10-round showdown that serves as the FOX PBC Fight Night co-main event and on FOX Deportes this Saturday, Avril 17 from Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles.
The 21-year-old Juarez (10-0, 5 KOs) will return to action after a dominant 2020 that saw him add four victories to his resume. This included fighting to eight rounds for the first time, which he did twice in winning unanimous decisions over Dakota Linger and Willie Shaw.
The Brownsville, Texas native most recently dropped Raul Chirino three times in December on his way to a first round knockout victory. Le sien 2021 will kick off with him facing Araujo (21-2, 8 KOs), an Argentine fighter who on paper is the stiffest test of Juarez’s career.
Here is what Juarez had to say about facing that test, training camp and more:
Sur son récent camp d'entraînement:
“It was another brutal camp in San Antonio with coach Rick Nunez. We got a lot of hard rounds in with some very tough sparring partners. I’ve been working on throwing more power shots while sustaining good defense. I’ve made all the sacrifices necessary to be in the best shape of my life and I’ll be at my best come this Saturday.”
On his upcoming fight with Elias Araujo: “Araujo has a good record with a lot of experience, and he has double the number of fights that I’ve had. Since Araujo has only fought once in the U.S., Je sais qu'il va venir se battre, so I’m expecting to go to war. This will be my toughest fight so far in my career, and I’m going to be ready for anything he brings to the ring.”
On making his 2021 debut on FOX: “I’m so grateful to be fighting once again FOX PBC Fight Night. It’s the big stage that gets me excited and I want nothing more than to put on a great performance for the fans. It doesn’t get bigger than FOX, so believe me when I say I’m ready to let my hands go.”
On what fans can expect to see in this fight:
“I’m coming to make a statement in this fight. Araujo has never been stopped, so to end this fight early will be something special that no one has ever done. Fans can expect to see me throw a lot of power shots with bad intentions.”
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ABOUT HARRISON VS. PERRELLA Harrison vs. Perrella will see former WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Tony “Superbad” Harrison enter the ring to face hard-hitting southpaw Bryant “Goodfella” Perrella in the super welterweight main event of FOX PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes Saturday, Avril 17 from Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles.
Couverture télévisée commence à 8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT and features undefeated rising contender Omar “El Relampago” Juárez battling Elías Araujo in the 10-round super lightweight co-main event. The telecast opener will see the return of sensational prospect Vito Mielnicki Jr. against James Martin in an eight-round welterweight matchup.
The event will be promoted by TGB Promotions and will take place without fans in attendance at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall, an AEG venue, au centre de Los Angeles.
Les téléspectateurs peuvent diffuser en direct les PBC spectacles sur la FOX Sports et FOX NOW applications ou à FOXSports.com. En outre, tous les programmes sont disponibles sur FOX Sports sur le canal SiriusXM 83 sur les radios par satellite et sur l'application SiriusXM.
