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Victor Ortiz vs. Devon Alexander & Caleb Plant vs. Rogelio Medina El Paso Media Workout Quotes & Foto's

Ortiz tegen. Alexander & Plant vs. Medina Featured in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX zet actie zaterdag uit, Februari 17 Live from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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STEP, TX. (Februari 14, 2018) – Voormalig wereldkampioen weltergewicht Victor Ortiz en Devon Alexander showed off their skills at a media workout in El Paso Wednesday, als ze voor te bereiden op hun Zaterdag, Februari 17 showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes action from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas.
Also in attendance at Wednesday’s workout were undefeated contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant en RogelioPorkyMedina, who battle in a super middleweight world title eliminator. Uitgezonden dekking begint bij 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT and also features 2016 U.S. Olympiër Karlos Balderas vechten Jorge Rojas.
Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from the Wolves Den Boxing Gym:
Victor Ortiz
“Ik had een geweldige trainingskamp. I just made sure to listen to my coach every day and grind every day with my team. You really have to grind when people say this is your ‘last chance,’ because I’m not ready for that.
Every fight shows a lot. Every time I step into the ring it’s a new challenge. I haven’t had any shortcuts throughout my career. I’ve never treated a fight like an easy fight.
Life tends to take you certain places and right now I’m where I’m supposed to be. I’m 31-years-old and I believe I’m going to be able to accomplish all my goals in this sport.
Devon Alexander is a very fast boxer who was a champion for a reason. We’ve prepared for him in each and every way possible. We’ve worked hard to be in the best condition possible. I won’t step out of the ring without that victory.
I’ve done what I have to do to prepare for Devon Alexander. I have speed and power and that’s a scary combination for any welterweight.
I’m thankful for the support of El Paso and I’m proud to be fighting in the main event op zaterdag. We’re here to perform for everybody and have a great time.
Devon Alexander
I feel great right now. It’s been a tremendous training camp and I’m ready to go. I’m happy to be in El Paso to do something I love to do. Boxing is what I was born to do and I’m just ready for Zaterdag.
Victor Ortiz is a good fighter. We’ve known each other for a long time. We used to fight in a lot of the same amateur tournaments. We go back a long way but this is business. We’re not friends in the ring. We’re not playing games.
“Dit gevecht is erg belangrijk voor mij. This can catapult me back to title contention. If this doesn’t go my way, it’s very bad for my career. If I pull out the win, it could lead to tremendous opportunities for me. This is a do-or-die fight.
I’ve added more power in this camp. But we’ve pretty much kept it typical with that emphasis on really looking good on fight night. It’s just been an all-around good camp. Victor Ortiz can’t bring something that we haven’t seen before.
CALEB PLANT
“Ik ben klaar voor deze strijd. A lot of boxers say they had their best camp heading into a big fight, but I truly have never had a camp this good. From sparring to conditioning, mentaal en spiritueel, I’m on point.
Medina is a tough competitor. He puts it all on the line and he doesn’t quit. We’ve had problems in the past getting people to quit, but I feel we’ve figured out how to take me to that next level and get these guys out of there.
This is a great USA vs. Mexico showdown. I’m coming to put on a show for all the fans here and watching on television.
Everyone has a plan until they miss their first 40 stoten. We both have plans, but all that matters is if you can translate that into the ring. Stylistically, I don’t think he’s fought anyone like me. It’s exciting because everyone knows what both of us are coming to do. It’s the bull versus the matador.
ROGELIO MEDINA
The fact that I’ve been sparring with David Benavidez in camp and have Alex Ariza around has me feeling very confident. I’m in great shape and will be ready for a great performance on fight night.
I know that Plant likes to run and stay on the outside. Once he feels my power, I know he’s going to run even more. I’ve been making sure I’m in proper condition to chase him, cut the ring off and apply pressure.
Everyone knows I like to fight coming forward. I’m fully confident in my abilities to get this win and earn another shot at the world title.
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Premier Boxing Champions Presents a Bounty of Boxing With a Blockbuster Doubleheader Broadcast on Separate Networks From Two Sites Featuring Sensational Fights in The 147 & 168 Pound Divisions on Saturday, Februari 17

Action Kicks Off With Victor Ortiz vs Devon Alexander In Primetime On FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas in 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT
The Nightcap Features a Thrilling Clash Between Former Champions Danny Garcia and Brandon Rios Plus Exciting Champion David Benavidez Battling Ronald Gavril In A Rematch in Las Vegas on SHOWTIME 10 p.m. EN/7 p.m. PT
LAS VEGAS (Februari. 14, 2018) – Fans can enjoy a six-fight boxing feast deze zaterdag as Premier Boxing Champions presents two shows on separate networks from two locations, showcasing matches in the welterweight and super middleweight divisionstwo of the hottest divisions in the sport – februari 17.
The evening will kick off with former welterweight world championsVictor Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KO) en Devon Alexander (27-4, 14 KO) in a true crossroads battle live in primetime in the main event on FOX and FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas starting at 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT.
Also in televised action on the show, Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (16-0, 10 KO) will clash with RogelioPorkyMedina (38-8, 32 KO) in a 12-round IBF super middleweight title elimination bout and sensational 2016 U.S. Olympiër Karlos Balderas (3-0, 3 KO), a first generation Mexican-American, zal op zich te nemen Jorge Rojas (4-2-1, 2 KO) in een lichtgewicht wedstrijd.
Following that will be a spectacular tripleheader live on SHOWTIME that will be headlined by former two-division champion Danny Garcia (33-1, 19 KO) vechten voormalig wereldkampioen Brandon “Bam Bam” Rios (34-3-1, 25 KO). In televised undercard attractions, 168-pound champion David Benavidez (19-0, 17 KO) will defend his title against Ronald Gavril (18-2, 14 KO) in a rematch and Yordenis Ugas (20-3, 9 KO) neemt Ray Robinson (24-2, 12 KO) in an IBF 147-pound title elimination bout.
Boxing fans are in for a real treat on Februari 17 as six exciting bouts will unfold in two shows on two separate networks. There are no NFL games, no NBA games and no MLB games. So get ready to binge watch boxing all night,” said Tim Smith, Vice President of Communications for Haymon Boxing. “These shows include something for every boxing fanscrossroads battles, championship clashes, contenders climbing the ladder to titles and a sensational prospect embarking on a brilliant career. It should be a fun night for the fans.
Both shows hold significance in the 147-pound and 168-pound divisions. Garcia, Alexander and Ortiz are all seeking to return to the welterweight championship ranks and Rios wants to stay in contention for his first welterweight crown. The 21-year-old Benavidez, the youngest current world champion, looks to be spectacular in the rematch with Gavril and continue on his ultimate goal of unifying the titles at 168 pond, while Plant, Medina and Gavril are seeking to get to where he is now.

Sensationeel 2016 U.S. Olympian Karlos Balderas Battles Jorge Rojas Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions On FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas in Primetime on Saturday, Februari 17 bij 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT

Former Champions Victor Ortiz & Devon Alexander Clash
In Headlining Welterweight Showdown & Ongeslagen
Contender Caleb Plant Meets RogelioPorkyMedina In IBF
Super Middleweight Title Elimination in Co-Feature
STEP, TX. (Februari 8, 2018) – Hoog aangeschreven 2016 U.S. Olympiër Karlos Balderas zullen strijden Jorge Rojas in a six-round matchup live in primetime on Saturday, Februari 17 in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes action from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas with television covered starting at 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT.
Balderas vs. Rojas will be featured on fight night coverage, which is headlined by a 12-round duel between former welterweight world champions Victor Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KO) en Devon Alexander (27-4, 14 KO) in the main event and an a 12-round IBF super middleweight title elimination bout between undefeated contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (16-0, 10 KO) en RogelioPorkyMedina (38-8, 32 KO) in het co-feature.
Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
It’s just speaks to who Karlos is that he has a televised spot on national TV,” zegt Richard Schaefer, Voorzitter en CEO van Ringstar Sports, Balderas’ promotor. “He’s one of those once in a generation talents that combines power, style and grace. From his ring walk and how easily he dispatches opponents you can see this young man has star written all over him. He has that “het” factor. He engages people and gets them all fired up. He has an amazing aura. He’s fun to watch and engaging. I’m expecting a great performance from him.
The 21-year-old Balderas (3-0, 3 KO), a first-generation Mexican-American, competed on the U.S. Olympic boxing team in the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilië. Balderas of Santa Maria, California turned pro last year and fought three times in 2017. He scored a knockout victory over Carlos Flores in his last fight on December. 15.
I’m very happy to be fighting on this card on FOX and FOX Deportes in primetime,” said Balderas. “It means more people can see that I’m here and I’m ready and I’m in great shape. We’ve been doing a bunch of different things in my training camp, like biking and swimming that I know will help me. My first three fights have finished very fast, so people haven’t seen my true speed and power. I have an explosiveness that I’d like to showcase more. I’ll look to show more of my speed and my boxing skill in this fight. I need more rounds and experience to progress. I want to box and move more, use my feet more in this fight. I’d like to do that, but we’ll see what happens.
Rojas (4-2-1, 2 KO) fought four times last year and is coming off a loss to Cesar Soriano in his last fight on Oktober. 17. The 27-year-old Rojas of Puebla, Mexico will be fighting in the U.S. voor het eerst in zijn carrière.
I’ve been given a great opportunity,” said Rojas. Ik ga er uit te gaan, fight my heart out and try to do my best. Let the best man win. I’m going to do everything I can to represent my team and my city of Cholula. I’ve been training really hard to make the most of this chance. This is really big for me and I want to leave a good impression on the fans, no matter the result.
Also featured on this exciting night of fights is former 154-pound champion Austin Trout (30-4, 17 KO), who takes on Juan De Engel (20-7-1, 18 KO) in a junior middleweight affair, former title challenger Thomas Williams Jr. (20-3, 14 KO), die vecht Humberto Velazco Torres (18-1-1, 12 KO) in een 10-ronde super middengewicht bout, Mark Anthony Hernandez(11-1, 3 KO), who takes on Jeison Rosario (14-1, 11 KO) in an eight-round middleweight fight and 154-pound contender Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KO), who enters the ring looking to pick up a victory on his way to a second world title shot.
Rounding out the action is IBF Female Featherweight World Champion Jennifer Han (16-3-1, 1 KO), who fights out of El Paso and will defend her title against Bolivia’s Lizbeth Crespo (11-3, 3 KO), plus Argentina’s Jonathan Pachado (1-0, 1 KO) tegen Josh Ross (3-6-4) in a four-round lightweight fight, ongeslagen Wesley Diana (1-0, 1 KO) in four rounds of lightweight action and Karlosbrother Jose Balderas (2-0) in a four round bantamweight affair.
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Caleb Plant Las Vegas Media Workout Quotes & Foto's

Undefeated Contender Plant Battles Rogelio Medina in Super Middleweight World Title Eliminator Saturday, Februari 17 in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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LAS VEGAS (Februari 7, 2018) – Undefeated super middleweight contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant hosted a media workout in Las Vegas Woensdag as he prepares for his world title eliminator showdown against RogelioPorkyMedina Zaterdag, Februari 17 as part of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas.
Uitgezonden dekking begint bij 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT and is headlined by a 12-round duel between former welterweight world champions Victor Ortiz en Devon Alexander. Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Here is what Plant had to say Donderdag from City Boxing Gym in Las Vegas:
CALEB PLANT
Medina is a rough, tough competitor who comes to win every time. He puts it all on the line, so I expect it to be a great fight. He’s going to fight to the very end so I have to be ready.
“Trainingskamp is uitstekend. A lot of fighters say this, but this truly has been my best camp. My sparring and my strength training has been on point. My weight is on point and I’m ready to put it all together on February 17.
My team has done a great job putting me in a position to be at my best on fight night. We’re going to keep working so that everything finishes with me putting on a great performance in El Paso.
It’s great to be fighting in primetime on FOX and FOX Deportes. I know I’ll have a lot of eyes on me but I’m not going to let it affect what I do. I’m going to stay under control and execute the game plan we worked on.
Caleb Truax just won the IBF title and after this fight I’ll be number two in that division. That’s definitely a fight that we want and will look to make happen after this one. David Benavidez is the fight I would want first after I win the IBF title.
This is going to be a fun USA vs. Mexico fight and I’m looking to represent for my country. I think the competitiveness will be extremely high on fight night.
I’m thankful to everyone who has supported me and I’m going to keep giving them great performances on Februari 17.”
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Victor Ortiz vs. Devon Alexander El Paso, Texas Press Conference Quotes & Foto's

Primetime Matchup of Former Welterweight Champions Headlines
Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Sports Zaterdag,
Februari 17 from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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STEP, TX. (Januari 10, 2018) – Voormalig wereldkampioen weltergewicht “Boosaardig” Victor Ortiz en Devon Alexander “De grote” went face-to-face for the first time Wednesday at a press conference in El Paso, Texas to discuss their showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Zaterdag, Februari. 17 from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso.
Uitgezonden dekking begint bij 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant vechten RogelioPorkyMedina in a 12-round 168-pound world title eliminator.
Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, zijn geprijsd op $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 and will go on sale Vrijdag. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Also in attendance at Thursday’s press conference was former world champion Austin “Geen Twijfel” Forel and women’s featherweight world champion Jennifer Han from El Paso, who will both compete in undercard attractions on Februari. 17.
Here is what the participants had to say Wednesday from the Wyndham El Paso Hotel:
Victor Ortiz
We’re warriors up here. Devon is not going to like me much come Februari 17 and I know I won’t like him much. This is business, because I’m here for the victory.
I’ve been counted out many times in this sport. I’m not going to take any shortcuts in training, I’m just going to keep listening to what my coach wants me to do so I can be at my best.
Being on this stage is very significant for me. Thankfully I have people who don’t stop believing in me. I’ve seen both sides and been in the middle. Op dit punt, the only place I’m focused on going is up. It’s all in front of me.
We have mutual respect for each other. He’s a tremendous fighter just like me. Everyone knows it will be two warriors stepping into the ring on Februari 17. We’re going to go all out. I’m going for a victory just like him.
I’m going to keep coming forward until my hand is raised in victory. One day I will be the champion again and it starts Februari 17 in El Paso.
Devon Alexander
Both of us are very good, skillful boxers and that should make for a great matchup. Everyone knows we both come to fight and have been world champions so it’s going to be exciting on fight night.
This is going to be an excellent fight. I’ve known Victor for a long time, but this is going to be business on Februari 17. I think I’m the best fighter in the world, and I have to go prove that.
Boxing is what I love to do. This is what I was born to do. I’m so thankful to my coach, Kevin Cunningham, for sticking by me these last few years and helping get me back to this point.
I’m excited about this fight and I know Victor is too. The fans in Texas are always fantastic and they should expect an action packed night. It’s an awesome feeling to be able to showcase my talent. This is what I’ve been working hard for.
I’m an all-around good fighter and I think my speed and quickness will be the difference. No one can hit me when I’m at the top of my game.
I don’t see this one going the distance. We’re both very hungry. We know that a loss puts us at the back of the line and neither of us can afford that.
I’m really thankful to El Paso for hosting this fight. It’s going to be a great night and I’m happy to be the main event. Everyone should come out for a great show. It’s going to be lots of fire and fury. Victor and I are really coming to fight.
AUSTIN TROUT
I’m looking forward to fighting close to home. Many of you know I was born here in El Paso and grew up right across the road in Las Cruces, New Mexico. To be here again is surreal and it’s even more special being on a great card like this.
This is where it all started for me. I’m going back to the roots of where I won a championship. It feels good to bring everything full circle. I’m blessed to be a part of this event.
I’m really proud to be part of this card and this great night of boxing. I can’t wait to fight next toThe El Paso SweetheartJennifer Han. I’ll be theLas Cruces Tough Guyon fight night and give everyone a great show.
JENNIFER HAN
I’m so excited to be part of this card. There is so much talent and it’s going to be an amazing show. We’re going to make El Paso extremely proud on Februari 17.
I’ve been training very hard to fight my mandatory. She’s coming from Argentina to take my title so I need everyone to come out and support me on fight night.
I’m a professional fighter and I love what I do. This is what I was born to do. I’m so excited to do this in front of my friends and my family and peers. Without the support of the El Paso community, Ik zou hier niet zijn.
Women’s boxing is growing and growing and I’m proud to be a part of it. Come out and support us and we won’t let you down. It’s going to be a great show.
JOSEPH JANIK, Ortiz’s Trainer
I know that there is a great boxing community here in El Paso. Boxing is a part of the culture here and we’re glad to be a part of it.
One of these fighters is about to take a big step forward in their career, but it doesn’t happen without a win on Februari 17. We’ve been in camp training hard and Victor will be ready.
Victor is never in a bad fight and I expect this will be another great one. We have some new things coming and Victor is going to show you something you’ve never seen before. We plan on being victorious on Februari 17.”
KEVIN CUNNINGHAM, Alexander’s Trainer
This is definitely a crossroads fight for both guys. We’ve known Victor since he was like nine-years-old, fighting in the same region as him. This is business, because this is a crossroads fight for both guys in their careers and their lives.
The winner of this fight will go on to bigger and better things and the loser has to get back at the end of the line. That’s not the plan for Devon, and Victor is in the way right now. Devon is going to be well prepared and I expect it will be an action packed fight.
TOM BROWN, President van TGB Promotions
It’s great to be back in El Paso with a big fight like this. It is truly a great fight town. I’m really looking forward to this card and I think the fans here are going to love it.
Our main event is a true crossroads fight. Victor Ortiz and Devon Alexander are battle-tested in one of the toughest and deepest divisions in boxing. The winner of this fight will be back on the path to a world title.
Victor Ortiz brings an exciting, aggressive style and he always comes to fight. That’s why he’s one of the most entertaining fighters in the sport today. Devon Alexander has overcome some health issues and is back in the ring with one thing on his mind, to regain a world title.
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USA vs. MEXICO IN PRIMETIME DUELS ON FOX!

“Boosaardig” Victor Ortiz and Devon Alexander “De grote” Clash in Battle of Former Welterweight World Champions
Meer! Undefeated Contender Caleb Plant Duels RogelioPorkyMedina in Super Middleweight Showdown in Co-Feature
Photo by Suzanne Teresa – Premier Boxing Champions
Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas op
Zaterdag, Februari 17 bij 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
STEP, TX (Januari 8, 2018) – “Boosaardig” Victor Ortiz en Devon Alexander “De grote”headline a show topped by two USA vs. Mexico battles as the former welterweight champions meet in the 12-round main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Zaterdag, Februari. 17 from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas with televised coverage starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
In the co-main event unbeaten contender Caleb “Sweet Hands” Plant zullen strijden RogelioPorkyMedina in a 12-round 168-pound world title eliminator.
Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, zijn geprijsd op $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 and will go on sale Vrijdag. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Ook op de kaart, Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KO) neemt Jorge Cota (27-2, 24 KO) in a super welterweight showdown and Karlos Balderas, een 2016 U.S. Olympiër, will appear in a lightweight special attraction.
This is a classic crossroads match in the truest sense. Both Devon Alexander and Victor Ortiz are battle-tested in one of the toughest, deepest divisions in boxing,” zei Tom Brown, President van TGB Promotions. “Alexander has overcome some serious health issues and is looking to regain the welterweight championship. Ortiz, also a former champion, has always come to fight and doesn’t back down from anyone. It promises to be an entertaining match for the fans in attendance at Don Haskins Center and those who tune in on FOX and FOX Deportes.
Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KO), a former 147-pound champion, has split time between boxing and acting throughout his recent career and brings a certain flare every time he steps into the ring. The 30-year-old native of Garden City, Kansas who now lives in Ventura, Californië, has faced some of the top names in the 147-pound division during his career. Ortiz won the welterweight title with unanimous decision victory over Andre Berto on April 16, 2011. Vijf maanden later he lost the title to Floyd Mayweather, Jr. door knock-out. Ortiz, 30, suffered a knockout loss to Andre Berto in 2016 on FOX and bounced back with a knockout victory over Saul Corral in his last fight on Juli 30 op FS1.
I’m ready to give all I have to defeat Devon Alexander and get my crown back,” Said Ortiz. “My priority is to make a strong comeback and putting myself in a position to have my straps once again. I demonstrated what I was made of and did what I said I was going to do in my last fight. I’m facing a great fighter in Devon Alexander and someone I’ve known since we were kids. I don’t hate him, but I will not be his friend on fight night and he won’t be mine. I’m ready to prove everyone wrong starting on Februari. 17.”
Alexander (27-4, 14 KO) emerged on the scene with a unanimous decision victory over Randall Bailey for the welterweight title in 2012. He defended the title once before losing it to Shawn Porter in 2013. Sindsdien, the 30-year-old Alexander of St. Louis, Missouri has been on a mission to regain the title. After losing to Amir Khan and Aaron Martinez, Alexander suffered another setback when he sought treatment for an addiction to painkillers. Fully healthy for the first time in drie jaar, Alexander returned to the ring with a unanimous decision victory over Walter Castillo on FS1 on November. 21.
I’m excited to get back in there against a fighter like Victor Ortiz,” zei Alexander. “We’ve known each other a long time but never fought in the amateurs, so this should be interesting. My speed, quickness and smarts will win me this fight. Victor checks out sometimes when he can’t hit you, so my skills will be the difference. I’m ready for any challenge that’s brought my way. When I’m 100 procent, nobody can beat me.
Plant (16-0, 10 KO) won eight of his first nine fights by knockout, demonstrating power in both hands to go along with his boxing abilities. The 25-year-old climbed into the top ten of the 168-pound rankings with his last victorya unanimous decision over Andrew Hernandez in Las Vegas on Zeven. 8. Medina represents a major step up for Plant and will give him an indication of just where the Ashland, Tennessee native stands in the division as he looks to become a mandatory challenger for the IBF title.
The 29-year-old Medina (38-8, 32 KO) has squared off against some of the toughest boxers in the division, including current champion David Benavidez and former champions James DeGale and Badou Jack. Fighting out of Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico lost by knockout to Benavidez on Mei 20, and bounced back with a knockout victory over Daniel Eduardo Yocupicio on Zeven. 1.
The FOX prime time broadcast will kick off a full night of boxing, leading into a doubleheader on SHOWTIME that features two-division world champion Danny Garcia versus Brandon Rios and 168-pound champion David Benavidez defending his title in a rematch against Ronald Gavril from Las Vegas.
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“Boosaardig” Victor Ortiz and Devon Alexander “De grote” Clash in Battle of Former Welterweight World Champions

USA vs. MEXICO IN PRIMETIME DUELS ON FOX!
Meer! Undefeated Contender Caleb Plant Duels RogelioPorkyMedina in Super Middleweight Showdown in Co-Feature
Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas op
Zaterdag, Februari 17 bij 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT
STEP, TX (Januari 8, 2018) – “Boosaardig” Victor Ortiz en Devon Alexander “De grote” headline a show topped by two USA vs. Mexico battles as the former welterweight champions meet in the 12-round main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Zaterdag, Februari. 17 from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas with televised coverage starting at 8 p.m. EN/5 p.m. PT.
In the co-main event unbeaten contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant zullen strijden RogelioPorkyMedina in a 12-round 168-pound world title eliminator.
Tickets voor het evenement, die wordt bevorderd door TGB Promotions, zijn geprijsd op $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 and will go on sale Vrijdag. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Ook op de kaart, Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KO) neemt Jorge Cota (27-2, 24 KO) in a super welterweight showdown and Karlos Balderas, een 2016 U.S. Olympiër, will appear in a lightweight special attraction.
This is a classic crossroads match in the truest sense. Both Devon Alexander and Victor Ortiz are battle-tested in one of the toughest, deepest divisions in boxing,” zei Tom Brown, President van TGB Promotions. “Alexander has overcome some serious health issues and is looking to regain the welterweight championship. Ortiz, also a former champion, has always come to fight and doesn’t back down from anyone. It promises to be an entertaining match for the fans in attendance at Don Haskins Center and those who tune in on FOX and FOX Deportes.
Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KO), a former 147-pound champion, has split time between boxing and acting throughout his recent career and brings a certain flare every time he steps into the ring. The 30-year-old native of Garden City, Kansas who now lives in Ventura, Californië, has faced some of the top names in the 147-pound division during his career. Ortiz won the welterweight title with unanimous decision victory over Andre Berto on April 16, 2011. Vijf maanden later he lost the title to Floyd Mayweather, Jr. door knock-out. Ortiz, 30, suffered a knockout loss to Andre Berto in 2016 on FOX and bounced back with a knockout victory over Saul Corral in his last fight on Juli 30 op FS1.
I’m ready to give all I have to defeat Devon Alexander and get my crown back,” Said Ortiz. “My priority is to make a strong comeback and putting myself in a position to have my straps once again. I demonstrated what I was made of and did what I said I was going to do in my last fight. I’m facing a great fighter in Devon Alexander and someone I’ve known since we were kids. I don’t hate him, but I will not be his friend on fight night and he won’t be mine. I’m ready to prove everyone wrong starting on Februari. 17.”
Alexander (27-4, 14 KO) emerged on the scene with a unanimous decision victory over Randall Bailey for the welterweight title in 2012. He defended the title once before losing it to Shawn Porter in 2013. Sindsdien, the 30-year-old Alexander of St. Louis, Missouri has been on a mission to regain the title. After losing to Amir Khan and Aaron Martinez, Alexander suffered another setback when he sought treatment for an addiction to painkillers. Fully healthy for the first time in drie jaar, Alexander returned to the ring with a unanimous decision victory over Walter Castillo on FS1 onNovember. 21.
I’m excited to get back in there against a fighter like Victor Ortiz,” zei Alexander. “We’ve known each other a long time but never fought in the amateurs, so this should be interesting. My speed, quickness and smarts will win me this fight. Victor checks out sometimes when he can’t hit you, so my skills will be the difference. I’m ready for any challenge that’s brought my way. When I’m 100 procent, nobody can beat me.
Plant (16-0, 10 KO) won eight of his first nine fights by knockout, demonstrating power in both hands to go along with his boxing abilities. The 25-year-old climbed into the top ten of the 168-pound rankings with his last victorya unanimous decision over Andrew Hernandez in Las Vegas on Zeven. 8. Medina represents a major step up for Plant and will give him an indication of just where the Ashland, Tennessee native stands in the division as he looks to become a mandatory challenger for the IBF title.
The 29-year-old Medina (38-8, 32 KO) has squared off against some of the toughest boxers in the division, including current champion David Benavidez and former champions James DeGale and Badou Jack. Fighting out of Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico lost by knockout to Benavidez on Mei 20, and bounced back with a knockout victory over Daniel Eduardo Yocupicio on Zeven. 1.
The FOX prime time broadcast will kick off a full night of boxing, leading into a doubleheader on SHOWTIME that features two-division world champion Danny Garcia versus Brandon Rios and 168-pound champion David Benavidez defending his title in a rematch against Ronald Gavril from Las Vegas.
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2016 Olympisch bronzen medaillewinnaar MURODJON AKHMADALIEV gaan trainen Naast Fellow Olympische Teammate Shakhram Giyasov in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, NV (Januari 3, 2018) – Oezbekistan zeer ingericht anker standout, Malika Akhmadaliev, een 2016 Olympisch bronzen medaillewinnaar in het bantamgewicht divisie, is aangekomen in Las Vegas op zijn professionele boksen carrière te starten, samen met landgenoot en olympisch teamgenoot, Shakhram Giyasov.
Akhmadaliev, leeftijd 23, zal elke kans om een ​​grote ster in de Verenigde Staten te worden hebben. Zijn agressieve stijl is zeker om fan-vriendelijk, zoals het geval was toen hij gevloerd Ierland gouden medaillewinnaar, Michael Conlan, in de 2015 AIBA Heren Boxing WK. Akhmadaliev, een linkshandige met kracht in beide handen, gelooft dat zijn stijl zal hem goed passen als een professional.
“Iedereen die heeft gezien mij te vechten, weet dat ik graag te brengen intense druk om mijn tegenstander,” saidMurodjon Akhmadaliev, die zal campagne als een vedergewicht in de pro gelederen. “Ik heb vertrouwen dat mijn macht een van mijn beste eigenschappen zal zijn wanneer ik draai pro, vooral bij vedergewicht, waar mijn lichaam voelt de sterkste. Ik kan niet wachten om te laten mijn handen gaan met de kleine handschoenen en geen hoofddeksels. Ik wil bekend staan ​​als de knock-out koning, en als ik zie mijn tegenstander pijn, Ik ga mijn best doen om de strijd te beëindigen.”
“Amerika zal een leuke traktatie krijgen wanneer zij Akhmadaliev in actie te zien,” verklaarde International sport-agent, ruslan Khusinov, die zal het beheer van de carrières van zowel Akhmadaliev en Giyasov, “Akhmadaliev zal een van de meest opwindende vechters boksen zijn, net als Giyasov. Op social media, ze zijn erg populair bij hun landgenoten. Ze hebben dicht bij 200,000 combined volgers. De bevolking van Oezbekistan staan ​​te popelen deze twee worden wereldkampioenen. Akhmadaliev is een monster.”
training Akhmadaliev, zal zijn Justin Gamber, het best bekend voor zijn rol als hoofdtrainer van ongeslagen super-middengewicht mededinger, Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (16-0, 11 KO). Gamber voelt Akhmadaliev heeft het talent om een ​​kracht in het vedergewicht divisie.
“Na het werken de wanten met Akhmadaliev, Ik kan zien waarom hij zo populair, het kind heeft opwindende slagkracht,” Justin Gamber zei. “Met zijn enorme amateur-ervaring, Ik voel me Akhmadaliev zal een onmiddellijke impact in het vedergewicht divisie te maken.”
Zowel Akhmadaliev en Giyasov zijn promotie-free agents, maar worden gezocht worden verschillende U.S. promotors.
“Er is opwinding en rente met meerdere promotors die willen Akhmadaliev en Giyasov ondertekenen,” Ruslan Khusinov gesloten. “Ik voel hetzelfde opwinding toen ik de staten kwam Gennady Golovkin, wie is mijn goede vriend. Deze kinderen zijn zeer harde werkers en ze zijn honger te worden wereldkampioenen. Wie we ook besluiten om bord met, zal heel blij zijn.”

2016 Olympisch zilveren medaille SHAKHRAM GIYASOV geleverd in U.S.A. naar Start Pro Career

LAS VEGAS, NV (December 18, 2017) – Oezbekistan superster en 2016 Olympisch zilveren medaille, Shakhram Giyasov, is geland in de Verenigde Staten, en zal vestigen in Las Vegas, NV, om zijn professionele carrière te starten. Als een professionele, Giyasov zal campagne in het weltergewicht divisie, waar hij was een sensationele amateur opvallende.
Op leeftijd 24, Giyasov die staat op 5'9″, is één van de meest getalenteerde boksers aan de professionele gelederen in de afgelopen tien jaar in te voeren. De afgelopen zomer in Hamburg, Duitsland, de rechtshandige Giyasov gevangen Gold (Weltergewicht) bij de 2017 International Boxing Association (AIBA) Wereldkampioenschappen. overwinning Giyasov in de finale tegen Cuba Roniel Kerken, de 2012 Olympisch gouden medaillewinnaar, kwam niemand verbazen, als Oezbekistan was de #1 zaad invoeren van het toernooi. Shakhram werd verkozen tot beste bokser van het toernooi door zijn collega's, winnend 56% van de AIBA online poll.
“Ik ben aangekomen in de Verenigde Staten van Amerika en zijn van plan om mezelf te vestigen als de volgende grote kampioen uit Oezbekistan,” Said Shakhram Giyasov. “Mijn doel is om het weltergewicht divisie te veroveren en uitgegroeid tot een pound-for-pond kampioen. Ik zette mijn doelen hoog, omdat ik geloof in mezelf en het team heb ik om me heen zetten. Samen gaan we naar de top.”
Giyasov, die is een mega-ster in zijn geboorteland van Oezbekistan, wordt beheerd door ruslan Khusinov, een internationale sport-agent met banden met een aantal van de beste amateur boksers in de wereld. Zijn redenering voor het brengen van Giyasov aan de felle lichten van Las Vegas was makkelijk, om zijn merk te vestigen in het mekka van professioneel boksen.
“We zijn zeer tevreden met onze beslissing om Shakhram Giyasov naar Las Vegas te brengen,” Said Ruslan Khusinov. “Iedereen herkent Las Vegas als het mekka van het boksen en dit is waar we willen onze stichting op te bouwen. Ik heb grote plannen om Giyasov een super-ster hier te maken in de Verenigde Staten, net alsof je terug naar huis, waar zijn populariteit valt niet te ontkennen.”
training Giyasov, zal zijn Justin Gamber, die begeleidt de hoek van ongeslagen wereld gerangschikt mededinger, Caleb “Sweet Hands” Plant (16-0, 10 KO). Gamber gelooft Giyasov kunnen springen op het snelle spoor naar een wereld titel.
“In de huidige boxing game, heb je veel boksers met grote amateur-stamboom's, vechten voor een wereld titel voor hun 15th pro strijd,” Justin Gamber verklaard. “Ik geloof Giyasov past die schimmel. Ik zie hem vechten voor een wereld titel in het begin van zijn carrière.”

DAVID BENAVIDEZ BECOMES BOXING’S YOUNGEST WORLD CHAMPION BY WINNING SPLIT DECISION AGAINST RONALD GAVRIL FRIDAY ON SHOWTIME®

Devastating Accidental Head-Butt Ends J’Leon Love-Abie Han Fight in Technical Majority Draw;

Caleb Plant Stays Unbeaten With Shutout Decision Over Andrew Hernandez

Catch The Replay Maandag, Zeven. 11, Bij 10 p.m. EN/PT op Showtime EXTREME®

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LAS VEGAS (Zeven. 8, 2017) – At 20 jaar, 9 months old, David Benavidez became boxing’s youngest world champion – and the youngest ever in the super middleweight division – with a split decision victory over Ronald Gavril op vrijdag night on an exciting night of 168-pound action on Showtime Boxing: SPECIALE EDITIE van The Joint het Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. See the video of the decision via Twitter link HIER.

 

Benavidez (19-0, 17 KO) placed the previously vacated WBC Super Middleweight belt around his waist after winning the title against former European amateur standout Gavril (18-2, 14 KO) in what Benavidez later described as quite possibly the “Fight of the Year.” One scorecard had Gavril winning 116-111, with Benavidez winning on the other two scorecards, 116-111 en 117-111 in the event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

 

“It feels amazing to win this title,” said the Phoenix resident Benavidez. “It’s everything I’ve dreamed about since I was a little kid. It’s everything I’ve dedicated myself to and I’ve worked hard for. It finally paid off.”

 

The 31-year-old Romanian Gavril, who trains at Mayweather’s Gym in Las Vegas by Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, sent Benavidez to the canvas with a left hook with just 50 seconds left in the wild 12th en laatste ronde.

 

'Ik heb het gevoel dat ik het gevecht heb gewonnen. I dominated the pace. I can’t say anything else other than it was up to the judges,” Gavril said, who was watched by his promoter all-time great Floyd Mayweather from ringside. “The only thing I can do is to ask for a rematch.”

 

Benavidez, who turned pro at age 16 and only had 15 amateur gevechten, took control of the fight early on, but Gavril seemed to gain steam mid-fight, out-boxing and being more active than Benavidez in the seventh, achtste en negende ronde. In rounds 11 en 12, Benavidez out-landed Gavril 66-35 overall en 53-14 with power punches.

 

“I felt my performance was good except for the last round when I got too anxious and wanted to knock him out,"Zei Benavidez. “I let my young side takeover and I wanted to give the fans a great fight. I didn’t really feel hurt but it was a shock knockdown. I know to be careful and more cautious. It was a learning experience.”

 

 

 

In another super middleweight contest, Abie Han suffered a devastating accidental head-butt againstJ'Leon Liefde bij 1:02 into the eighth round and the fight went to the scorecards. One judge had Las Vegas’ Love winning 79-73, and the other two 76-76 making the decision a technical majority draw.

 

Following an exchange of punches, Liefde (23-1-1, 13 KO) leaned in and the two fighter banged heads in violent fashion. Zij (26-3-1, 16 KO) El Paso, Texas, was left stunned and fell to the floor as blood gushed from his forehead above his left eye and he was immediately checked on by referee Kenny Bayless.

 

Zij, who left the arena sitting up on a stretcher before hearing the decision, won the statistical battle in the ring. Han landed more blows (78-47 algeheel, 20-12 jabs, 58-35 vermogen) and did so more accurately (24 procent tot 17 percent overall, 16 percent to eight percent jabs and 30 procent tot 27 percent power).

 

SHOWTIME boxing analyst Al Bernstein had Han winning by one point at the time of the stoppage.

 

“I can’t rate my performance as great because I didn’t get a victory, I got a draw,” said Love, who once trained at the famed Kronk Gym in Detroit under Hall of Fame trainer Emanuel Steward.

 

The 29-year-old Love ended nearly a one-year layoff with his return to the ring. “I’m kind of rusty but I feel like I pressed the action and tried to take it to him,"Hij zei. “Other than that I feel like I landed the cleaner shots.”

 

In de opening aanval van de uitzending, unbeaten super middleweight prospect Caleb Plant (16-0, 10 KO) recorded a 10-round shutout decision against a tough Andrew Hernandez (19-7-1, 9 KO), 100-90 drie keer.

 

Plant, who resides in Las Vegas by way of Ashland City, Tenn., was the more active fighter against the 31-year-old switch-hitting journeyman Hernandez, who took the fight on just eight daysnotice after Alan Campa dropped out. Plant jabbed effectively (81 van 271, 30 procent) while neutralizing Hernandez’s usually effective jab (46 van 325, 14 procent). Plant was also sharp with his power shots landing 44 percent to Hernandez’s 19 procent.

 

“I’m very pleased with my performance,” Plant said. “I boxed well and I dictated the pace. I pressed when I needed to press and boxed when I needed to box. I felt I put on a great show for the fans. I want to be star in boxing. I know with hard work I can accomplish anything.

 

“Hernandez is tough, I sent him with everything and he stood tall and my hats off to him. He’s a tough competitor.”

 

Hernandez, from Phoenix, Ariz., suffered a cut under his left eye in the third and it caused him problems throughout the fight, opening up and bleeding over the final two rounds.

 

“All respect to Caleb Plant on his performance tonight,” Hernandez said. “He put on a solid fight and he’s got a great future. I was happy I was able to stay in there and last the entire 10 rondes.

 

“I felt Caleb won, but I don’t think it was 10 rounds to none. But that’s not for me to decide. It’s all up to the judges at the end of the day it only matters what they think.”

 

Plant added: “I’m ready to step up in competition and fight anybody in the top 10 of the super middleweight division. I got my eye on Benavidez and all the other world champions. I’m coming!"

 

Vrijdag tripleheader will replay on Sunday, Zeven. 10, bij 9 a.m. EN/PT, en Maandag, Zeven. 11, bij 10 p.m. EN/PT on SHOWTIME EXTREME and will be available on SHOWTIME on DEMAND® en Showtime ANYTIME®.

 

Barry Tompkins called the action from ringside with Bernstein and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. De uitvoerend producent was Gordon Hall. Richard Gaughan produceerde en Rick Phillips regisseerde.

 

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