Филадельфия (Октября 27, 2016) – Экс-чемпион мира Хавьер Фортуна (30-1-1, 22 КО) and undefeated rising contender Омар Дуглас (17-0, 12 КО) are set to meet in a pivotal matchup as both men look to make a statement when they meet on Суббота, Ноябрь 12 from Temple University’s Liacouras Center in Премьер Бокс чемпионов на Spike действие.

Телевизионный охват начинается 9 p.m. И/8 p.m. CT and is headlined by undefeated world champion Дэнни “Быстро” Гарсия принимая Колумбии Сэмюэл Варгас. Also featured in televised action is undefeated rising star Джарретт Херд борьба с бывшим претендентом на титул Jo Jo Дэн. Garcia is teaming up with Philabundance, the region’s largest hunger relief organization, to arrange a regional food drive and raise money throughout the promotion. For more information on how to get involved, visit the event’s webpage ВОТ.

Билеты на турнире, which is promoted by DSG Promotions and King’s Promotions, по цене $200, $100, $75, $50 и $35 и уже в продаже. To purchase tickets visit LiacourasCenter.com/events or call 800-298-4200.

The former champion Fortuna and the unbeaten Douglas will meet in a 50-50 fight that could put the winner in a position to fight for a world title soon. Fortuna is known for his aggressive style while Douglas looks to impress against his toughest opponent to date.

Вот то, что бойцы должны были сказать о сборах, друг с другом и более:

Хавьер Фортуна: “I’m having an excellent training camp. We’re working hard and figuring out how to break down my opponent. Hector Bermudez does a great job and I’m very comfortable training here in Boston. I’ve gotten great sparring with guys like Will Madero and Alden Whatley. I’m going to be just as strong in the final round as I was in the first.

Омар Дуглас: “Обучение продолжается уже очень хорошо. I was already working and staying sharp, because I knew a big fight was on the horizon. Training in Delaware with Douglas Petitford has been great for me and I’ve had incredible sparring. I’ve been in there getting rounds with (2016 U.S. Олимпиец) Gary Antuanne Russell and a veteran in Hank Lundy.”

JF: “Douglas is a prospect who has looked pretty good coming up. He wants to get to where I’ve been. He might be looking past me. I think that his style fits my style perfectly. I’m going to have openings and I just need to take advantage.”

OD: “Fortuna is a very decent and explosive fighter. He’s a former world champion and I expect him to stand up and get back what he thinks is his. He wants his rematch with Sosa and we are in each other’s way. He’s a frontrunner in the ring. He will try to start strong and I am prepared for whatever he brings to the table. Whether he boxes or fights me. I will make adjustments.”

JF: “The only problem that he will pose is if he doesn’t show up and fight. I’m ready for anything he can bring, so I hope he’s ready to give the fans a show.”

OD: “He moves well. I can’t let myself get off-balanced trying to chase him. He’s awkward but I know that my jab will neutralize his strengths.”

JF: “I want to fight the best out there. My first choice is a rematch with Jason Sosa so that I can win my belt back. I’d love to fight Vasyl Lomachenko. I don’t think he’s fought a guy quite like me yet.”

OD: “Я хочу драться за титул чемпиона мира. That’s the goal. He is a former champion who just lost his title and 2017 is my year to make a run for a title.”

JF: “I have learned a lot of things since I lost. My defense and my confidence in myself has improved. If I can beat a guy who is 22-0 and make it two wins over previously unbeaten fighters, then I think I’m right back in contention. He’s still considered a prospect so I think whoever wins will be a contender at the top of the division.

OD: “In the amateurs I was one of the only guys from Delaware. I had a lot of obstacles. I’ve been fighting against Philly’s best fighters for years. Philadelphia is where I achieved my first goals in the sport and it will always be special to me to fight in Philly.”

JF: “With the work that I’ve been putting in, I know that I will be ready on fight night. I’ve been through too much not to leave the ring victorious.”

OD: “I’ve been waiting for this moment for all my life and I believe I am the hungrier fighter. He doesn’t want it as badly as I do. I’ve been waiting in the shadows for a long time. I have all the skills necessary to get the job done.”

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