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JEAN PASCAL VS. BADOU JACK AND JARRETT HURD VS. LUIS ARIAS VIRTUAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES

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Fighters Preview Showdowns Taking Place Sunday, Юни 6 on Mayweather vs. Logan Paul SHOWTIME PPV Undercard from
Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens


NEW YORK – (Май 25, 2021) – WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Жан Паскал и two-division champion Badou Jack, plus former unified world champion „Суифт“ Джарет Хърди претендент ветеран Луис Ариас, previewed their respective showdowns on a virtual press conference Tuesday before they step in the ring as part of the SHOWTIME PPV undercard of Mayweather vs. Logan Paul taking place Sunday, Юни 6 from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

Pascal and Jack will meet for a championship rematch in the co-main event of the pay-per-view, while Hurd and Arias square off for a 10-round bout also on pay-per-view. The telecast, which is being produced by SHOWTIME PPV, ще се излъчва на живо в началото 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will also feature former NFL star wide receiver Chad Johnson making his boxing debut in an exhibition match against versatile fighter Brian Maxwell.

Билетите за събитието на живо се продават сега на Ticketmaster.com.

Ето какво борците трябваше да каже вторник:

Жан Паскал

“I’m very excited about the rematch. I’ve been training in Puerto Rico since December. I’ve been waiting this whole time for the rematch and I’m ready. I respect Badou, but he’s always whining after he loses. The judges said I won the fight and that’s it.

“The first fight, in the first six rounds I did everything well. I might have gotten a little overconfident. I took it a bit too easy after that. The fight got close because of that knockdown he got that wasn’t from a real punch. Without that, it wouldn’t have even been close. We’re going to settle this June 6 в Маями.

“I think I just have to pace myself a little better this fight. I got over excited because I’ve sparred with Badou before and know what I can do. I am a veteran, so I shouldn’t have gotten too excited like that. As far as knocking him down again in this fight, my mom taught me that anything you can do once, you can do twice.

“I do believe that Badou respects my power. If he doesn’t, then he better watch that fourth round again. But I also have skills with my power. I am naturally-gifted and I have the better skills. I was born for this sport and built to win.

“I really think the work in the gym will help so I don’t have ring rust. Аз съм ветеран. I’ve been here and done that. At this age, it’s better to have more rest than to be over trained. I had the right intensity in camp to make sure I’m not over trained.

“He’s coming for revenge and I’m coming with bad intentions. Това ще бъде голямо шоу, so make sure you tune-in for this one.”

JACK Badou

“I’m feeling great with my new trainer Jonathon Banks. Physically I’m in amazing shape and I can’t wait. Another week and a half and it’s all going to happen.

“This has been in the works since our first fight. Last year Floyd called me and said, ‘it’s on.’ Then the pandemic hit and it got pushed back. There is a reason there is a rematch, because everyone knows who won that fight. It’s better late than never. I was back in the gym Monday after the first fight.

“There were three judges and Julie Lederman had it for me and the two other guys had never judged a big fight before. We have two judges for this fight: the right hand and the left hand. Това е. I’m very confident for this fight and I’m not worried about the judges. I know Jean Pascal is a warrior, and I’m a warrior. Просто съм готов да се бие.

“Looking at the past, да, I need to start faster. Всяка битка, that can apply. I will listen to my corner, and we’re going to figure out how to win the fight. By any means we need.

“He can say whatever he wants about when I knocked him down. I hit him five straight times and he swung and missed and I hit him. That’s why he went down.

“This is going to be a firefight. We already know that. Tune in to this fight. Boxing is not a game and I’m going to show everyone that and try to steal the show.

“I’ve watched the last fight once or twice, maybe three times. I just need to make some small adjustments. You can always do better. I’m more confident than last time. I know we are both warriors. We’ve fought everyone. We’re the same age (Jack is 37; Pascal 38), even though I look a little bit better. I’m looking younger. Nobody has seen my birth certificate. I’m not really 37. I’m 27.”

ДЖАРЕТ ХЪРД

"Тренировъчен лагер бе страхотен. I haven’t fought in a year and a half, so I had a chance to really take my time with this camp. I’ve had a lot of time to put in the work. I’m training with fighters like Terence Crawford, Шакур Стивънсън, Troy Isley and a lot more. We’re all out here working day after day.

“Arias is a great fighter. This is going to be the type of toe-to-toe fight I like. He’s going to be there in front of me and ready to fight. Той никога не е бил спрян, so I’ll be prepared to go the distance.

“We’ve seen this story before from Arias. He talks a big game but look at his fights against top fighters. It doesn’t matter what weight I’m at, Arias knows what’s coming. I suffered a loss, but I got the win in my last fight and I’m on my way back.

“I just need a dominant win on June 6. Luis Arias can make it ugly, but I have to go win convincingly and let everyone know I’m back. I don’t want to win in a sloppy way, I want to look good doing it.

“He might think he’s catching me at the right time, but it’s not going to be a good time for him on June 6. I can box and I can bang, няма значение. We’ll decide on fight night which style I’m going to use. I know that I can beat him either way.

“I tried to work on my bad habits after my loss. I was a straight-forward guy who just came at you. I wanted to show in my last fight against Francisco Santana that I can use my height and range if I need to. I wanted to box all 10 rounds and I did that.

“I still have too much unfinished business at 154-pounds. I have a lot of fights, including my rematch against Julian Williams, that I still want to get. I want to regain my titles. Me and Jermell Charlo is probably the biggest fight at 154 в момента. I want to handle that before I move up in weight.”

LUIS ARIAS

“Camp has been excellent. Развълнуван съм за борбата. I think this is a perfect fight and a perfect opportunity. It’s a great matchup. I’ve been working on the right things to make sure I’m one hundred percent prepared for this fight and I think I’m catching Jarrett Hurd at the right time. He’s switching styles. He really doesn’t know how he wants to fight.

“When this fight was brought to me, he was ranked No. 1 at the Ring Magazine at 154 and that’s part of why I wanted this fight. Leonard Ellerbe asked if I was willing to fight Hurd, and I said one hundred percent. It’s all about challenging yourself. This is another challenge and I never turn down a challenge. I’ve been in there with the best and there’s nothing that Jarrett Hurd can bring to the table that I haven’t already seen.

“A win puts me right back in the mix. I’ve always been just one step away from really getting into the mix with the big guys. My last couple fights have all been just one fight away from getting that world title fight. Once I beat Jarrett Hurd on June 6, I’ll be right there with the big dogs. He’s calling out Jermell Charlo and he wants to fight all these other big names, but he’s going to have to get through me. If he loses to me, I’ll be in position for the fights that he wants.

“It’s going to be a hard fight. If he wants to bang, we can bang. If he says he wants to box, he’s not the better boxer. But there’s only one way to find out and we’re going to find out in two weeks. I have to do everything that I can do to make sure that I show up and I impress.

“I’m still young and I’m still fighting my way through. I just needed to make the proper adjustments. I’m not going to be a desperate fighter. I’m going to go in there and fight the way I fight. I’ve always had championship-level fighting in me, but I just haven’t shown it. This is a perfect opportunity for me to show it.

“I’m coming after him. Аз трябва да спечели. He’s not going to have to find me. Ще бъда точно там. If I have to box him in the middle of the ring or if I have to put my head in his chest and dog him out, then that’s what I got to do. From the opening bell to the final bell, if we make it to the final bell, I’m going to be on him. We’ll see what type of adjustments he makes, but I don’t feel he’s a better inside fighter than me and I don’t feel like he’s a better boxer than me.”

LEONARD Ellerbe, Главен изпълнителен директор на Мейуедър Промоции

“The world is buzzing about this whole event, including our terrific undercard with two great professional bouts. Hurd vs. Arias is going to be a scintillating bout. I’ve seen Luis up close and personal during this training camp and I know that he’s 100% prepared and ready to pull off the upset. Hurd on the other hand is looking to maintain his footprint in the 154-pound division and prove he’s the best at that weight.

“Pascal and Jack had a fantastic bout a year and a half ago on SHOWTIME. От началната камбаната, those guys proved they are great warriors and we expect nothing less in the rematch on June 6. The fans are truly in for a treat on that night.

“The energy between these four fighters today has been incredible. As the promoter of this event, Развълнуван съм, so I can only imagine what the fans are in for. Hurd and Arias are both looking to make a statement, and that’s going to roll right into Pascal against Jack, who are going to pick up right where they left off in their first fight.”

ABOUT MAYWEATHER VS. LOGAN PAUL
Мейуедър срещу. Logan Paul is a special exhibition bout presented by Mayweather Promotions, FANMIO and Mavathltcs that will take place on Sunday, Юни 6 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. The telecast, which is being produced by SHOWTIME PPV, ще се излъчва на живо в началото 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and can be purchased now at SHOWTIME.com иFANMIO.com. The undercard will feature WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Jean Pascal vs. two-division world champion Badou Jack in a 12-round rematch, plus former unified super welterweight champion “Swift” Jarrett Hurd against Luis Arias in a 10-round bout and in a fourth PPV bout, former NFL star wide receiver Chad Johnson will make his boxing debut in an exhibition match against versatile fighter Brian Maxwell. Билетите са в продажба сега в Ticketmaster.com.

За повече информация посетете bit.ly/mayweatherpaul, www.SHO.com/sports, www.FANMIO.com. Follow on Twitter @FloydMayweather, @LoganPaul, MayweatherPromo,@ShowtimeBoxing and @FANMIO and on Instagram @FloydMayweather, @LoganPaul, @MayweatherPromotions, @ShowtimeBoxing and @FANMIO.
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БОРИ НОЩНИ РЕЗУЛТАТИ, ЦИТАТИ & СНИМКИ ЗА БЕЛАТОР ММА 259: CYBORG VS. СМИТ 2

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ПЪЛНИ СНИМКИ ЗА БОРБА НОЩ ТУК - (МОЛЯ, КРЕДИТ: БЕЛАТОР ММА / ЛУКАС НООНАН)

ВИДЕО ИНТЕРВЮТА СЛЕД БОРБА ТУК

С-Крис Киборг (24-2, 1 NC) победен #4-Лесли Смит (12-9-1) чрез TKO (стачки) при 4:51 на пет кръгли

Крис Киборг след запазване на титлата:

„Знаех, че е корава и съм се бил с нея и преди. Познавам я и я уважавам, а тя е истински боец. Знаех, че с нея ще бъде страхотен мач, защото е способна и е жилава."

„Наистина работех в спаринг, за да продължа и да вървя, защото знаех, че ще бъде по този начин. Забелязах, че ми хареса малко повече. Ще бъде 16 години като професионален боец ​​този месец, така че започнах да се наслаждавам там."



„Работя по борбата през целия си живот, но просто се чувствам все по-добър и по-добър всеки ден. Взех черен колан, но е като бял колан, защото винаги се уча."

„Правих това 16 години, Имам четири заглавия. Но преди да можете да станете G.O.A.T. трябва да се биете с „Котката.“ И така, Бих искал да се бия с Cat Zingano и ще попитам Скот Кокър. Защото преди да можете да бъдете G.O.A.T. трябва да се биете с „Котката“. "

#6-Леандро Higo (20-5) победен Darrion Caldwell (15-5) чрез съдийско решение (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

„Вече три години чакам тази битка. Точно така исках да върви. Използвах борбата си и джиу-джицу. Аз съм пълен боец ​​и съм готов за всеки боец ​​на планетата, защото вярвам, че съм най-добрият. Знаех, че съм загубил първия рунд, но във втория, когато той хвърли всички тези лакти и ме разряза, Аз съм от бедно семейство в Бразилия и това не беше нещо, което не бях виждал преди. Чувствах се щастлив, намирайки се в клетката с кръв навсякъде.

„В крайна сметка той ме свали през втората и аз отидох за кимура, което съм свикнал да правя, но той го обърна, но след това не направи нищо и аз го ударих с много удари по дъното. Много лакти и удари, а аз останах много на дъното и той не правеше нищо. Ето защо спечелих втория и третия кръг. "

„Мисля, че заслужавам титла. Току-що победих три от най-големите имена в играта и току-що победих бивш световен шампион. И никой не е победил първите трима момчета от този калибър от световна класа, както аз в три поредни победи. Отивам за тази световна титла и това е, което следва за мен. Така че нека да го направим бързо. "

#3-Остин Вандерфорд (11-0) победен #4-Фабиан Едуардс (9-2) чрез единодушно решение (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Остин Вандерфорд след единодушното му решение спечели:

„Харесвам кървавите си битки, независимо дали съм аз или моят противник. Ще взема краста. Но шапка на Фабиан, който ме наряза малко. Но щастлив да спечеля. "

„Той беше голям, силен човек. Започнах да го усещам да ми подави тази глава и ръка. За съжаление, Не се възползвах от това. Но знаех какво ще направя. Щях просто да го смила. Той е добър нападател, така че трябваше да внимавам, но се чувствах добре. Борба ... това е сърцето ми. Готов съм за следващата стъпка. "

Jaleel Уилис (15-2) победен Мейкон Мендонка (11-5) чрез единодушно решение (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

Хана Гай (3-1) победен #8-Валери Луреда (3-1) чрез единодушно решение (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Хана Гай след първата си победа в клетката BELLATOR ...

„Имах чувството, че имам наистина добро кардио, така че това беше страхотно, защото наистина се притеснявах за това малко. Толкова съм благодарен, че тя пое битката и съм толкова благодарен, че BELLATOR ми даде тази възможност.

„Мислех, че ще завърша с триъгълника (дросел), честно. Тя просто се измъкна от там, така че това беше страхотно от нея. Защитата й беше наистина добра. Наистина бях впечатлен от това. Не знаех каква е нейната основна игра, но беше много по-добра, отколкото си мислех, че ще бъде.

„Граплингът е точно там, където искам да бъда, ако сте виждали някоя от другите ми битки. Поражението ми наистина се подобри много, така че се надявам да го променя. Но граплингът винаги е бил моята силна страна. Не исках просто да разчитам на граплинга си, но си мислех, че няколко пъти доста добре кацнах някои снимки. В тази битка си помислих, че мога да видя кога идват ударите. И успях да защитя малко по-добре и как съм израснал. Така че просто съм много горд със себе си в момента. "

Предварителен Card:
Можете Ауад (24-13, 1 NC) победен Нейт Андрюс (16-4) направо KO (стачки) при 3:16 на първи кръг
#7-Грант Нийл (6-0) победен #8-Тайри Форчън (5-1) чрез представяне (задно гол дросел) при 4:20 на първи кръг
Сумико Инаба (2-0) победен Кристина Кацикис (1-2) чрез TKO (стачки) при 3:35 на три кръгли
Авив Гозали (6-0) победен Шон Фелтън (5-3-1) чрез представяне (петата кука) при 1:17 на първи кръг
#9-Давион Франклин (3-0) победен Тайлър King (12-10) чрез KO в 2:02 на първи кръг
#7-Лия Маккорт (5-1) победен 6-Джанай Хардинг (6-5) чрез представяне (триъгълник задуши) при 2:42 на втори кръг
Дани Сабатело (11-1) победен Брет Джонс (17-3) чрез единодушно решение (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Александър Шаблий (20-3) победен #9-Алфи Дейвис (14-4) чрез единодушно решение (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Моля, посетете Bellator.com За допълнителна информация.
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SHOWTIME SPORTS DOCUMENTARY FILMS RELEASES OFFICIAL TRAILER AND POSTER ART FOR THE KINGS

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SHOWTIME® SPORTS DOCUMENTARY FILMS RELEASES OFFICIAL TRAILER AND POSTER ART FORTHE KINGS, AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE BOXING GOLDEN AGE OF DURÁN, HAGLER, HEARNS AND LEONARD

Four-Part Documentary Series Premieres

Неделя, Юни 6 при 8 PM ET / PT

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НЮ ЙОРК - май 21, 2021 - Showtime Sports Documentary Films has released the official trailer and poster art for the upcoming documentaryTHE KINGS, a four-part series chronicling the fierce rivalry between world champions and Boxing Hall of Famers known as the “Four Kings” –Roberto “Manos de Piedra” Durán, Прекрасни Marvin Hagler, Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns, иSugar Ray Leonard. Premiering Sunday, Юни 6 при 8 p.m. ET / PT на SHOWTIME, the series chronicles the four fighters’ dramatic and divergent ascents to greatness and the legendary matches they produced.

To watch and share the trailer, отидете: https://s.sho.com/3whPJTt

THE KINGS spotlights boxing’s evolution from the end of Muhammad Ali’s era to the era of the Four Kings, set against the seismic political and socio-economic shifts taking place in the United States. The Four Kings rose to fame as the presidency of Jimmy Carter and economic recession gave way to the boon of 1980s capitalism and excess harnessed by the administrations of Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Храст. Through in-depth interviews and archival footage, the series also examines the very personal battles that each man waged on his unique journey to the center of the sports world.

THE KINGS is produced by Box To Box Film in association with Ingenious Media. The series is executive produced by James Gay-Rees (Amy, Senna, Drive To Survive) and Paul Martin (Диего Марадона, Drive To Survive), produced by Fiona Neilson (Oasis: Supersonic, Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams) and directed by Mat Whitecross (Oasis: Supersonic, Road To Guantanamo, Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams).

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UNDEFEATED WORLD CHAMP VELASQUEZ DEFENDS HER TITLE AGAINST KICKBOXING WORLD CHAMP KIELHOLTZ FRIDAY, Юли 16 AT BELLATOR 262

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АНГЕЛИТЕ - Основното събитие на Bellator 262 в петък, Юли 16 will feature undefeated 125-pound world champion Джулиана Веласкес (11-0) making the first defense of her title against BELLATOR Kickboxing’s Flyweight World Champion and No. 4 класирана Дениз Килхолц (6-2). The card emanates from the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Кон. and airs live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

A limited number of tickets starting at $60 go on sale beginning Friday, Юни 4, with a special presale starting on Thursday, Юни 3 от 10 А.М. към 10 p.m. И, and can be purchased at Ticketmaster and Bellator.com.

The preliminary portion of БЕЛАТОР ММА 262: Веласкес срещу. Kielholtz започва 5:30 p.m. И / 2:30 p.m. PT and will stream live on the BELLATOR MMA YouTube channel, SHOWTIME Спортен канал в YouTube и телевизия Плутон. Допълнителни двубои ще бъдат обявени на по-късна дата.

Hailing from Rio de Janeiro, Бразилия, the 34-year-old Velasquez makes the first defense of her flyweight title since dethroning inaugural champion Ilima-Lei Макфарлейн при Bellator 254 in December of last year. Sitting in the No. 2 slot on the BELLATOR women’s pound-for-pound rankings, Velasquez is a former Brazilian national champion in judo, a martial arts discipline she began training at age four. The Team Nogueira product has been a dominant force throughout her unblemished 11-fight professional career, including six wins under the BELLATOR banner.

“I’m extremely excited and happy to get back in the BELLATOR cage and defend my title for the first time,” said Velasquez. “I’ve been training really hard, and I’m fully prepared to put on an incredible performance for my fans. Denise has been a great champion in the BELLATOR kickboxing ring, but this MMA belt is mine and it will be going back to Brazil with me after the fight.”

Already the reigning BELLATOR Kickboxing Flyweight World Champion, Kielholtz is looking to capture the promotion’s MMA gold as well when she straps on the BELLATOR MMA gloves for the seventh time. The Dutch striking sensation, known to fans as “Miss Dynamite,” is riding a four-fight MMA winning streak, including a first round knockout over former title challenger Кейт Джаксън при Bellator 247 през октомври миналата година. Much like her opponent, the 32-year-old Kielholtz holds a black belt in judo with multiple titles as a member of the Dutch National Judo Team.

“This is the moment I’ve been waiting for since I was a child,” said Kielholtz. “My journey in martial arts started when I was nine years old. I have earned multiple championships from kickboxing and judo and I feel like the universe has put everything together. All the hard work, all the sacrifices I have made in my life have all led me to this opportunity. This will be the crowning achievement of my career. This is mine.”

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БЕЛАТОР ММА 262: Веласкес срещу. Kielholtz Main Card:
SHOWTIME
Петък, Юли 16 - 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Flyweight World Title Main Event: C-Джулиана Веласкес (11-0) срещу. #4-Дениз Килхолц (6-2)

Предварителен Card:
BELLATOR MMA YouTube канал | канал SHOWTIME Спорт YouTube | Телевизор Плутон
5:30 p.m. И / 2:30 p.m. PT

For more information on upcoming BELLATOR MMA events, посещение BELLATOR.com.
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GERVONTA ДЕЙВИС VS. MARIO BARRIOS ATLANTA PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS

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(Photo Credit: Esther Lin / SHOWTIME)

“Barrios is coming with power, and you know for sure I’m coming with power. Нека най-добрият човек спечели," – Davis

“We’ve never faced fighters like each other before. We’re going to see on June 26 if it’s the right move for him," – Кварталите

Four-Time World Champion Gervonta Davis Seeks Title In A Third Division Against Unbeaten Super Lightweight Champion Mario Barrios Headlining A SHOWTIME PPV® Събота, Юни 26
In A Premier Boxing Champions Event From State Farm Arena In Atlanta

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ATLANTA (Май 20, 2021) – Four-time world champion Gervonta "Резервоар" Дейвис and undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios went face-to-face Thursday at a press conference to preview their SHOWTIME PPV main event taking place Saturday, Юни 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

One of boxing’s biggest stars at just 26-years-old, Davis will take on a career-defining challenge in the undefeated Barrios, as he sets his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class. With a victory, Davis will hold world championships in three different divisions simultaneously, a feat only accomplished by a few fighters in history. Standing in his way is the undefeated 26-year-old Barrios, who owns a 9-0 record with eight knockouts during his 140-pound reign and holds a six-inch height advantage over Davis.

Davis returns to fight at State Farm Arena after selling out the venue in December 2019 during a star-studded event that saw him stop former champion Yuriorkis Gamboa in the 12татаand final round to capture a lightweight title.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, , която е възложена на Мейуедър Промоции, ГДД Промоции и TGB Промоции, go on sale tomorrow, Петък, Май 21 при 10 А.М. И, и може да бъде закупен на адрес ticketmaster.com.

Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday at State Farm Arena:

GERVONTA DAVIS

“Camp has been great for me. We know that Barrios is a bigger guy and that he can punch. We’re working hard each day in the gym, because we’re going up against a big task on June 26.

“We all have challenges we go through in life, and that’s what makes us strong. This is another challenge that I have on my road to success. I’m ready to walk through it and keep pushing.

“We know this is a dangerous fight. Barrios is coming with power and you know for sure I’m coming with power. Нека най-добрият човек спечели.

“I took this fight because I want to be great. All the other big names at lightweight had scheduled fights so I felt like I wanted to go out and beat the best fighter out there for me.

“Even if he is bigger than me on fight night, няма значение. This is all part of the sport. My goal is to break him down. If I can get him out of there, I’ll get him out of there. Ако той отива 12 кръга, така да бъде. He’s big and strong, but he’s never faced anyone like me.

“We have to wait and see what happens on fight night. Different styles dictate what I need to show in the fight. We’ll see what he brings to the table, and then we’ll capitalize off of it.

“I’m not worried about losing any speed by adding weight. I’m going to be quick regardless. I think I’m going to be at my best at 140-pounds.

“Like all of the rest of my fights, this is going to be action packed. Don’t go get popcorn during the fight, because it could end at any moment. I bring what boxing needs, and that’s excitement. We all know when I fight, it’s never a boring fight. От първия кръг, until whenever it ends, I just keep coming, in all of my fights. That’s what you’re going to see June 26.”

MARIO Бариос

“This is a huge opportunity for me. ‘Tank’ called me out. I know he’s trying to do something great, but this is a dangerous fight for him. It’s going to be an action-packed fight. We’ve never faced fighters like each other before. We’re going to see on June 26 if it’s the right move for him.

“I fight to represent my city and my people. I’m going to go out there and do my best to make everybody proud.

“They might be looking at my fight against Batyr Akhmedov closely. But I think he has a totally different style and that this fight will be different than what they expect if they just watch that match. I don’t know what they see in me to want this fight, but none of it matters to me. All the questions are going to be answered on June 26.

“’Tank’ is jumping up two weight classes. He’s doing something a lot of great fighters have done. He even said it: this isn’t an easy fight for him. We’re ready to face the best version of ‘Tank’ that anyone has ever seen and it’s going to be war.

“I was surprised when his name was brought up to me. But whether you like ‘Tank’ or not, he has one of the biggest names in boxing. This is the type of fight that can skyrocket my name up there to the top level of the sport.

“’Tank’ is a good fighter and a very explosive fighter. There is the question of whether he’s bringing his power up to 140. I don’t have any concerns about it though. He’s the guy who has to show people he can handle my power at this weight.

“I’m excited to be fighting in Atlanta. This is my first time here actually but I know the fans here are very passionate. I’m expecting to see a great turnout here at State Farm Arena.”

LEONARD Ellerbe, Главен изпълнителен директор на Мейуедър Промоции

“’Tank’ is a generational fighter. He has certain abilities that others just don’t. He’s special, but this is a dangerous fight for him. This is a tremendous challenge and I’m really excited for this fight.

“Atlanta is a hot market. Obviously the first fight they had in a long time was ‘Tank’ vs. Yuriorkis Gamboa and it was a packed sold out crowd in this building. The fans really enjoyed it. The city needs big events like this. We told the fans we were coming back and here we are.

“’Tank’ is chasing history. When you look back at a lot of all-time greats, they’ve gone through things no one else ever has. Looking to be a three-division champion at 26 years old is another example of him chasing greatness like that.

“’Tank’ is the most exciting fighter in the entire sport and he gives the fans what they want to see. He puts butts in seats. People gravitate to the way he fights. This new generation of fans that we have, they love him.”



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ЗА ДЕЙВИС VS. БАРИО
Дейвис срещу. Barrios will see four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis set his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Юни 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Erickson “Hammer” Lubin faces former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Former unified super welterweight champion Julian “J-Rock” Williams returns to the ring to take on Brian Mendoza in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Argenis Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast.

Събитието се рекламира чрез Мейуедър промоции, ГДД Промоции и TGB Промоции. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

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GERVONTA DAVIS SEEKS TITLE IN A THIRD DIVISION AGAINST UNBEATEN SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING A SHOWTIME PPV SATURDAY, Юни 26

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FOUR-TIME WORLD CHAMPION GERVONTA DAVIS SEEKS TITLE IN A THIRD DIVISION AGAINST UNBEATEN SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING A SHOWTIME PPV® Събота, Юни 26 IN A PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS EVENT LIVE FROM STATE FARM ARENA IN ATLANTA

Top Contender Erickson Lubin and Former Unified Champion
Jeison Rosario Battle in WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in Co-Main Event

Former Unified Champion Julian Williams Takes On Rugged Contender Brian Mendoza and Hard-Hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov Duels Former World Champion Argenis Mendez In Pay-Per-View Action Beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Tickets on Sale Friday at 10 А.М. И!

ATLANTA (Май 19, 2021) – Four-time world champion Gervonta "Резервоар" Дейвис will take on a career-defining challenge as he sets his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Юни 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view undercard will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Ериксон "Hammer" Lubin faces former unified champion Джейсън Росарио in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Former unified super welterweight champion Julian "J-Rock" Уилямс returns to the ring for the first time in 18 months to take onБрайън Мендоса in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Архенис Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, , която е възложена на Мейуедър Промоции, ГДД Промоции и TGB Промоции, go on sale Friday at 10 А.М. И, и може да бъде закупен на адрес ticketmaster.com. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

One of boxing’s biggest stars at just 26-years-old, Davis moves up to 140-pounds for the first time in his career as he aims to add super lightweight champion to his stellar resume. Davis has already captured titles at 130 and 135-pounds. With a victory, Davis will hold world championships in three different divisions simultaneously, a feat only accomplished by a few fighters in history, including Henry Armstrong and Canelo Alvarez. Standing in his way is the undefeated 25-year-old Barrios, who owns a 9-0 record with eight knockouts during his 140-pound reign while holding a six-inch height advantage over Davis.

“Gervonta Davis is looking to become a three-division world champion, and has a big undertaking in front of him in challenging Barrios for his WBA title at 140-pounds,- каза Леонард Елербе, Главен изпълнителен директор на Мейуедър Промоции. “Barrios is a warrior, and this is going to be Davis’ toughest fight to date. Atlanta, be ready for a show on June 26!"

Davis (24-0, 23 Нокаута) delivered a highlight-reel knockout in his last fight, producing another sensational and memorable performance that has made him a popular draw throughout the country. Davis stopped four-division champion Leo Santa Cruz with one powerful uppercut in that October 2020 fight and put Santa Cruz down and out for the first time in his illustrious career. Насърчавани от Мейуедър Промоции, Davis will make his second headline appearance on pay-per-view as he has asserted himself as a must-see headline attraction in his first pay-per-view

Davis first burst onto the scene with an explosive knockout victory over Jose Pedraza to win the IBF Junior Lightweight World Title in a star-making performance on SHOWTIME® през януари 2017. В момента, he became the youngest world champion in boxing at age 22. The Baltimore-native also owns knockout performances in world title fights over Jesus Cuellar in 2018 and Yuriorkis Gamboa in 2019. The 2019 triumph over Gamboa came at a sold out State Farm Arena, during a year that also saw him fill venues in his hometown of Baltimore and Southern California.

“I’m excited to make history on June 26 in Atlanta and become a three-division world champion,", Заяви Дейвис. “Atlanta welcomed me with open arms for my fight against Gamboa and I couldn’t wait to come back and headline a spectacular SHOWTIME PPV card. Mario Barrios is an undefeated champion, but he hasn’t ever faced anyone like me before. Moving up to 140-pounds is a big challenge but I’ve been working hard in camp and I’ll be ready. Thank you to my whole team for making this historic boxing event possible. Make sure you get your tickets early because this fight is definitely selling out! Keep supporting me and I’ll fight for you!"

Кварталите (26-0, 17 Нокаута) captured his 140-pound championship in September 2019, scoring two knockdowns and fighting through a cut to win a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Batyr Akhmedov. The San Antonio-native trains in Oakland, Калифорния., under the guidance of renowned coach Virgil Hunter. В последната си разходка, Barrios knocked out Ryan Karl in the sixth-round of their clash on the pay-per-view undercard of Davis vs. Santa Cruz.

Standing nearly six-feet tall, Barrios debuted as a pro at super bantamweight in 2013 and had success moving up the rankings in the super featherweight division. His first 140-pound bout came in 2017 and saw him increase his power from his previous performances. At super lightweight, Barrios has scored knockouts in every fight except the title-winning performance against Akhmedov, where his power was still on display with a pair of knockdowns.

“Fighting on SHOWTIME PPV is a dream come true and an opportunity that I’m going to take full advantage of,", Каза Бариос. “Gervonta Davis is a pound-for-pound champion and it’s going to be an honor sharing the ring with him. This fight is my shining moment and the pinnacle of the boxing world, on the biggest stage possible. Boxing fans around the globe will be watching this fight and I’m coming to shock the world. To all my Mexican fans, I’m going to bring this historic victory home for La Raza.”

The 25-year-old Lubin (23-1, 16 Нокаута) has put together an impressive five-bout winning streak since a loss to unified 154-pound champion Jermell Charlo in 2017. В последната си разходка, he defeated U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha by unanimous decision in September of last year. Prior to the victory over Gausha, he became the first person to stop former champion Ishe Smith, in addition to a dominating victory over Nathaniel Gallimore in October 2019. A native of Orlando, Fla., Lubin is trained by acclaimed coach Kevin Cunningham as he continues his quest toward another title opportunity. След звездна аматьорска кариера, Lubin turned pro at 18 years old in 2013, eventually being named “Prospect Of The Year” by ESPN and Ring Magazine in 2016.

“I’m so ready for this fight and we’ve been working hard in preparation for Rosario,” said Lubin. “This fight is another step closer to getting that world title shot. Coach Cunningham and I have a great game plan in place. We know this is going to be a tough fight and the fans are going to see a much-improved version of myself. I’ve taken my training to the next level during this training camp. Rosario is a former world champion who I know is going to bring his best, which is going to make for a great night of boxing. This card is stacked, but I’m going to steal the show with an incredible performance. I will not be denied, I’m coming out on top. It’s Hammer Time!"

Молитвена броеница (20-2-1, 14 Нокаута) will look to climb back into world title contention after losing his 154-pound belts to Jermell Charlo in their September 2020 сблъсък. The 26-year-old captured the WBA and IBF belts by stopping Julian Williams in one of 2020’s biggest upsets. Born in the Dominican Republic and now fighting out of Miami, Rosario rode an eight-fight unbeaten streak into the showdown with Williams, including victories over 154-pound contenders Jamontay Clark, Джъстин DeLoach, Jorge Cota and Marcos Hernandez. Coming into the Charlo matchup, Rosario had established his power by earning a stoppage victory or scoring a knockdown in seven of his previous nine contests.

“I make no excuses for losing the fight to Charlo, but that was then, and this is now,” said Rosario. “I have turned to a new page in my career with my new trainer Herman Caicedo. I will not lose again, especially in this fight against Lubin. He’s a great contender, and I respect his abilities, but I will knock him out on June 26.”

Philadelphia’s Williams (27-2-1, 16 Нокаута) became a unified world champion at 154-pounds in May 2019 when he upset Jarrett Hurd in one of the year’s best fights, winning a close-quarters brawl by unanimous decision. The 31-year-old dropped the titles in his first defense, losing to Jeison Rosario in January 2020. Williams had been riding a five-fight winning streak going into the Rosario matchup, in which he added victories over former champion Ishe Smith and hard-hitting contender Nathaniel Gallimore to his ledger.

“This has been the longest layoff of my career, so I’m excited to get back in the ring,", Каза Уилямс. “Mendoza is a decent fighter. I’ve even been in the gym with him and he’s a good guy. But on June 26, it’s going to be all business. I just need to come out on top. He doesn’t have anything that I haven’t seen before. I know he’ll be ready because this is like the Super Bowl for him. So I know he’ll be ready, but I’ll be ready too. If I’m able to get the win, then it’s on to bigger and better opportunities. But I’m definitely not looking past Brian because I know how seriously he’s taking this fight.”

Mendoza (19-1, 13 Нокаута) earned a career best-victory in his last outing, beating veteran contender Thomas LaManna by unanimous decision in August 2020. The 27-year-old has fought professionally since 2014, with his only defeat coming by a narrow split-decision in November 2019 against Larry Gomez. Mendoza was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he won two New Mexico Golden Gloves Championships as an amateur, and currently fights out of Las Vegas.

“This fight against Julian Williams is just the fight I’ve been waiting for,” said Mendoza. “I’m planning to take full advantage of the opportunity. Julian Williams is a great fighter, but after June 26, the whole world is going to know that I belong at this level.”

Born in Uzbekistan and now fighting out of Los Angeles, Akhmedov (8-1, 7 Нокаута) represented Turkey at the 2016 олимпийски игри. The 30-year-old turned pro in 2017 and won his first seven pro fights, with six coming by knockout. His lone blemish came in an action-packed title fight against Mario Barrios in September 2019, where he was able to survive two knockdowns to make it a close fight, before eventually losing by decision. Съвсем наскоро, Akhmedov blasted out Ray Perez in the first round of their September 2020 сблъсък.

“I can’t wait to get back in the ring for a big fight on June 26,” said Akhmedov. “I’ve been training hard to get another shot at the title. I know that if I make a big statement and defeat a former world champion in Mendez, I expect my next fight will be for the title. I’m always in exciting fights that fans love, and this matchup is going to be no different.”

Бивш шампион в полулегка категория, Mendez (25-6-3, 12 Нокаута) има репутация, че предоставя сериозни предизвикателства на най-добрите в спорта и се е доказал като издръжлив претендент на 140 паунда, including his most recent outing that saw him drop a split-decision to Richardson Hitchins last December. В 2019, Mendez fought to back-to-back draws against super lightweight contenders Anthony Peterson and Juan Heraldez. Роден в Сан Хуан де ла Магуана, Доминиканската република, Мендес сега се бие от Йонкърс, N.Y.. и притежава победи над Еди Рамирес, Иван Редкач и бившият титулист Мигел Васкес. Той също така се е сблъсквал с бившите шампиони Ранс Бартелми и Робърт Истър-младши.

“I am ready for anything Akhmedov brings and then a world title fight after,“, каза Мендес. “I believe that I beat Hitchins in my last fight, even though I was coming off a long layoff. I’m in great shape right now. Akhmedov is a hard puncher, but the fans are going to see me shine against him. There is a lot left in my tank and that will be obvious to everyone on June 26.”

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BELLATOR MMA ANNOUNCES RETURN OF LIVE AUDIENCES AND NEW RELATIONSHIP WITH ELEVATE SPORTS VENTURES

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BELLATOR MMA TO WELCOME FANS BACK TO LIVE EVENTS BEGINNING WITH BELLATOR 260 Юни 11 AND BELLATOR 261 Юни 25 AT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA

Elevate Sports Ventures Joins Bellator MMA To Support Sponsorship, Premium and Ticket Sales Strategies

NEW YORK – MAY 19, 2021 -БЕЛАТОР ММА, a leading global mixed martial arts organization featuring the world’s most dominant combat sports athletes, is set to welcome back fans in attendance to watch live events beginning with BELLATOR 260: Lima срещу. Амосовв петък, Юни 11, and BELLATOR 261: Johnson срещу. Молдавскина Петък, Юни 25, в Mohegan Sun Arena в Uncasville, Кон. Both events will be televised live on SHOWTIME®.

To amplify the anticipated return to fan-attended events, BELLATOR has tapped Elevate Sports Ventures, an innovative and resourceful sports and entertainment marketing firm, to support sponsorship, premium and ticket sales strategies for the internationally renowned mixed martial arts brand.

A limited number tickets starting at $60 will be made available beginning this Friday, Май 21 for BELLATOR 260: Lima срещу. Амосовand BELLATOR 261: Johnson срещу. Молдавски for purchase at Ticketmaster and Bellator.com.

Elevate’s integration comes on the heels of BELLATOR MMA’s move to its new exclusive U.S. television partner, SHOWTIME, which began televising the promotion’s events in April. The sports agency additionally will support BELLATOR’s marketing, operational and routing strategies for events moving forward.

“We are very excited to be getting into business with Elevate,” said BELLATOR MMA President Scott Coker. “They bring a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience to the table with a proven track record of providing consistent results for top professional sports franchises, leagues and events. It feels like our family just got bigger, and I am confident that this new relationship will lead to the continued growth of the BELLATOR brand.”

“At Elevate, we are inspired by BELLATOR’s ambition to meaningfully connect and engage with current and new fans, and aggressively route new live events to its diverse, global fanbase,” said Elevate Sports Ventures Chairman and CEO Al Guido.  

Following this Friday’s BELLATOR 259: Киборг срещу. Ковач 2, BELLATOR MMA will have hosted 16 events without spectators in attendance at Mohegan Sun Arena during the COVID-19 pandemic. В допълнение, the promotion held three cards in Milan, Италия, and a historic night of fights in Paris, which marked the first time a major MMA promotion held an event in France.

Elevate will leverage its “Insights” vertical, utilizing industry-leading data and analytics practices, to generate smarter sponsorship, premium and ticket-sales targets and strategies, including producing data-driven fan profile analysis, product and pricing strategies, lead-scoring modeling and more for BELLATOR MMA’s front office, global brand and future live events.

For more information on upcoming BELLATOR MMA events, посещениеBELLATOR.com.

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BADOU JACK AND LUIS ARIAS LAS VEGAS MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES & СНИМКИ

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Also Featuring Non-Televised Undercard Fighters Jean Carlos Torres, Dorian Khan Jr., Jalil Hackett and Micky Scala

Two-Division Champion Jack and Veteran Contender Arias Preview Respective SHOWTIME PPV Matchups Taking Place Sunday, Юни 6 from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens

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LAS VEGAS (Май 18, 2021) – Two-division world champion Badou Jack и претендент ветеран Луис Ариас previewed their respective showdowns during a Las Vegas media workout Tuesday, before they step in the ring for separate attractions of the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul SHOWTIME PPV undercard on Sunday, Юни 6 from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

Jack will return to the ring for a rematch against WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Жан Паскал, while Arias squares off against former unified champion „Суифт“ Джарет Хърд on the pay-per-view beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now and available for purchase through Ticketmaster.com.

The event also featured Mayweather Promotions’ fighters Jean Carlos Torres, Dorian Khan Jr., Jalil Hackett и Micky Scala, who will compete in separate non-televised bouts on Sunday, Юни 6. Here is what the fighters had to say Tuesday from the Mayweather Boxing Club:

JACK Badou

“Floyd called me in January last year and told me the rematch was on for April. That was last year. It’s been done since we walked out of the ring the first time, but I’m happy it’s finally done. I’m happy it’s here and I’m ready to put on a show.

“I’m trying to perfect everything in preparation for this matchup. Better nutrition. Better conditioning. Better sparring. I’m trying to be better at everything.

“This is my second fight with my new trainer Johnathan Banks. The first was just a tune-up fight. It wasn’t a high-level fight. It was an eight-rounder, so it was just like a sparring session. But I’m in way better shape than I was in the last camp and I’m ready to go.

“My fight is going to be a hell of a fight. Everybody knows that. It was a Fight of the Year contender last time. Floyd vs. Logan is going to be entertainment. That’s a different kind of fight, but Floyd is going to put on a show. All of the eyeballs are going to be on that night so it’s going to be a great night.

“Pascal likes trying to get under my skin, but I’m too calm. I’m too confident for that. В края на деня, he’s a veteran, I’m a veteran and it’s going to be a great fight night.

“I thought I won the first fight. 75 percent of everybody that watched the fight thought I won. There was only one judge that had experience, Джули Ледерман, and she had me winning. The other two might have scored his so-called punches but it is what it is.

“Johnathan Banks is my new coach. He’s great. He’s only a year older than me so we have great chemistry together and everything has been working great. It was a little hard in the beginning to adjust to certain things, but now in camp I feel great in sparring and everything we’re doing right now.”

LUIS ARIAS

“It feels amazing to be involved in this event. For a fighter like me who’s been up and down, who was undefeated at one point and then lost it all, went from being one of the best to being overlooked, to be able to fight my way through and to be able to keep fighting and keep working to get back on this big stage is truly a blessing. Аз съм щастлив. Аз съм благословена. I can’t wait to get on that stage.

“Boxing is my life and I had to make the necessary changes to get back to this level. I’ve already been to the highest level and I fell short. I got the experience of being there, I know what I need to do to get there and I made those necessary changes. It’s one of the reasons I came back to Vegas, to start training over here to get that experience, to get to that level and to get better. That’s what I’ve been doing and that’s why I’ve been able to prove that I still belong. Floyd saw it. I sparred Floyd. He sees that I still got it and I’m making the changes. He sees how my body is changing and he sees that I can still compete.”

JEAN CARLOS TORRES

“I’m very happy to be on this card. I am going to give the best fight that I can for all my fans. I’m going to do the best that I can.”

DORIAN KHAN JR.

“It feels good to be a part of this event. I’m just getting ready for my fight and focusing on that, but it’s a good opportunity so I’m ready.”

JALIL HACKETT

“It’s amazing to sign with Floyd Mayweather and be a part of this event. Това е сбъдната мечта. I’ve worked so hard since I was eight years old and I’m finally here getting the fruits of my labor.”

MICKY SCALA

“It feels great to be part of the biggest event probably in boxing history. I’m super excited. My family and friends are super excited. We have a lot of fans that are excited and I can’t wait to put on a show. I’m very thankful to Mayweather Promotions for getting me on this card and giving me this opportunity. I’m going to make the best of it.

“That fight before the pandemic at Sam’s Town was a big motivation for me during the down time to stay ready because I knew another fight was going to come soon. My family was a big part of that motivation. I want to make sure that they can live however they want to, so I’m working hard every single day. I’ve been ready to fight since the day the pandemic started until now. I can’t wait to put on a show in Miami.”

LEONARD Ellerbe, CEO MAYWEATHER PROMOTIONS

“We have two hot events coming up. We have the Floyd event with him taking on Logan Paul. Tremendous undercard from top to bottom. We have all my pro debut guys. I call them my starting five. And then we have Chad Ochocinco who is going to be fighting in an exhibition. Everybody is dying to see that. And then we have former unified champion Jarrett Hurd taking on Mayweather Promotions’ own Luis Arias. I think that will be a tremendous fight. Those guys will be looking to steal the show in a 10-round bout. В съвместно основното събитие, we have none other than Pascal vs. Крик. That will be a war. Their first fight was a Fight of the Year and I expect nothing different. The fans are really in for a treat with that fight.

“We were just waiting for the right opportunity to make the Pascal vs. Jack rematch. This is a tremendous platform. It’s a huge event and it’s the type of platform that these two guys deserve, to be seen on a global situation around the world.

“My starting five is filled with top-tier talent. I know talent when I see it. Each and every one of these guys I’ve had a great look at up close and personal and I was beyond impressed. Floyd was also. All of them have big futures.

“Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul is entertainment. Floyd is an entertainer. Logan Paul is an entertainer. One thing about the Paul brothers is they’ve shown they can have an impact on anything that they do. I’ve been very impressed with both of those guys, especially Logan. I call him the king of the internet. One thing about both of them is that they’ve been extremely consistent at what they’ve been doing. I’m not going to stand here and pretend that these guys are ready for championship fights because they’re not, but they work extremely hard and they’re very good at what they do.”

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JERMALL CHARLO vs. JUAN MACÍAS MONTIEL HOUSTON KICK-OFF PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & СНИМКИ

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WBC Middleweight World Champion Charlo Faces Hard-Hitting Montiel in Special Juneteenth Day Celebration Saturday, Юни 19 Headlining a Premier Boxing Champions Event Live on SHOWTIME®

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HOUSTON – May 18, 2021 - Unbeaten WBC Middleweight World Champion Jermall Charlo and hard-hitting 160-pound contender Juan 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, Юни 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 will fight in Houston for the fourth time as a pro and look to keep his undefeated record intact against the upset-minded Montiel.

SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING will begin at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and feature rising lightweight contender Isaac Cruz бой бившия световен шампион Francisco Vargas в 10-рундовото основно събитие. Kicking off the telecast, Бившият световен шампион Анджело Лъв returns to take on Mexican contender Aaron Alameda в 10-кръг супер мач в категория петел.

Here is what Charlo, Montiel and their trainers had to say Tuesday:

Charlo JERMALL:

“Юни 19, това ще бъде фойерверки. A parade. A celebration. Me and Ronnie Shields get a chance to do it again. Работя усърдно. I was working hard before I even knew who Montiel was. Този път, 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. At this point, he understands where he’s at. Това е голяма битка. 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, надясно? I want to see those big fights, твърде. 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, get ready. 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. Но, да, към днешна дата, 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. Но ако не, 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. Аз съм млад. 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. Аз не се чувствам никакъв натиск, 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.”

РОНИ 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 претендент. 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. Билетите са в продажба сега в toyotacenter.com and 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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BELLATOR MMA ™ ПОТВЪРЖДАВА ПЪЛНА БОРБА КАРТА ЗА BELLATOR 259 - НА ЖИВО НА SHOWTIME® СЛЕДВАЩИЯ ПЕТЪК, МАЙ 21 AT 9 P.m. И

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Лос Анджелис- BELLATOR MMA потвърди пълната битка заБЕЛАТОР ММА 259: Киборг срещу. Смит 2товаПетък, Май 21 в Mohegan Sun Arena. Събитието завършва вълнуващ месец на действие за BELLATOR, и излъчва НА ЖИВО в ШОУТА в9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

С планове да продължи да доминира над дивизията в перото на жените, Крис Киборг(23-2, 1 NC) ще постави световното си първенство на линия срещу No. 4 класирана пероЛесли Смит(12-8-1) в реванш за коронясване на световната 145-килограмова спортистка.

The БЕЛАТОР ММА 259 основната карта на SHOWTIME се зарежда отгоре надолу, включително бившия шампион в петна категория Дарион Колдуел (15-4) реванш Do Not. 6 класирана в тежест Леандро Higo (20-5) в 135-килограмова надпревара, топ пет в средна категория сблъсък между непобедения No. 3 класирана Остин Вандерфорд (10-0) и Не. 4 класирана Фабиан Едуардс (9-1), и мач в полусредна категория, който ще види ивиците Jaleel Уилис (14-2) лице срещу бившия шампион на LFA Мейкон Мендонка (11-4), който ще направи своя дебют в промоцията. Основното действие на картата ще бъде непобеденият продукт на Джаксън Wink и No. 9 класиран в полутежка категория Кристиан Едуардс (4-0) предизвикателство към Мисисипи Бен Париш (4-1).

Като част от старта на BELLATOR MMA на SHOWTIME, мрежата предлага на зрителите, които са нови в услугата за стрийминг SHOWTIME, 30-дневна безплатна пробна версия, последвано от намалена месечна абонаментна такса от $ 4.99 / месец за следващите шест месеца. Зрителите могат да се регистрират наSHO.com/BellatorMMA. На абонатите ще бъдат доставяни две водещи събития на BELLATOR MMA на месец 2021 и отвъд, с всички събития, планирани за излъчване на живо в 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT навсякъде, където е налична услугата SHOWTIME.

Предварителната карта за девет битки няма недостиг на изпълнени с екшън срещи, с участието на топ 10 в полутежка среща между No. 7 класиранаГрант Нийл(5-0) и Не. 8 класиранаТайри Форчън(5-0) и завръщането на израелската лека суперзвездаАвив Гозали (5-0), тъй като той се стреми да добави към своите пет финала в първия кръг и да постигне рекордна победа от 11 секунди. Още, харизматичният No.. 8 класирана женска мухаВалери Луреда (3-0), винаги вълнуващотоМожете Ауад(23-13, 1 NC), и Не. 6 класиран австралийски полу-тежка категорияДжанай Хардинг (6-4), който поема №. 7 класирана ирландска сензацияЛия Маккорт(4-1). Накрая, Do Not. 9 класиран лекАлфи Дейвис (14-3) прави шестата си промоционална изява срещу новодошлия BELLATORАлександър Шаблий (19-3).

Всички предварителни стартове ще се излъчват на живо в5:30 p.m. И / 2:30 p.m. PT в канала на BELLATOR MMA YouTube, SHOWTIME Спортен канал в YouTube и телевизия Плутон. Пълните списъци за двубоите са по-долу:

БЕЛАТОР ММА 259: Киборг срещу. Смит 2Main Card:

SHOWTIME

9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Основно събитие в световната титла в полу-категория: С-Крис Киборг(23-2, 1 NC) срещу. #4-Лесли Смит(12-8-1)

Състезание в главна състезание на Bantamweight: Darrion Caldwell (15-4) срещу. #6-Леандро Higo(20-5)

В средна Bout: #3-Остин Вандерфорд (10-0) срещу. #4-Фабиан Едуардс (9-1)

Welterweight Bout: Jaleel Уилис (14-2) срещу.Мейкон Мендонка (11-4)

Light Heavyweight Bout: #9-Кристиан Едуардс (4-0) срещу.Бен Париш (4-1)

 Предварителен Card: 

BELLATOR MMA YouTube Channel | SHOWTIME Спортен канал в YouTube | Телевизор Плутон

5:30 p.m. И / 2:30 p.m. PT

Лек Bout: Можете Ауад (23-13, 1 NC) срещу.Нейт Андрюс (16-3)

Light Heavyweight Bout: #7-Грант Нийл (5-0) срещу. #8-Тайри Форчън (5-0)

Flyweight Bout: Сумико Инаба (1-0) срещу.Кристина Кацикис(1-1)

Лек Bout: Авив Гозали (5-0) срещу.Шон Фелтън (5-2-1)

Flyweight Bout: #8-Валери Луреда (3-0) срещу.Хана Гай(2-1)

Heavyweight Bout: Давион Франклин (2-0) срещу.Тайлър King (12-9)

Перо Bout: #6-Джанай Хардинг(6-4) срещу # 7-Лия Маккорт (4-1)

Лек Bout: #9-Алфи Дейвис(14-3) срещу.Александър Шаблий(19-3)

*Карта подлежи на промяна.

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