All-Action Heavyweight Chris Arreola Battles Former Unified Heavyweight Champion Andy Ruiz Jr. in FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Main Event Saturday, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië Klik HIER vir foto's van Sean Michael Ham / TGB Promotions Klik HIERfor Full Workout Video VAN NUYS, CALIF. (April 21, 2021) – All-action heavyweight Chris “The Nightmare” Arreolashowed off his skills in the ring during a virtual media workout Wednesday, which streamed live on thePBC YouTube page, as he nears his clash against former unified heavyweight championAndy “The Destroyer” Ruiz Jr. that headlines a FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
The full replay of the workout, which includes interviews with Arreola and his famed trainer Joe Goossen, can be watchedHIER.
The May 1 event is promoted by TGB Promotions. Kaartjies is nou te koop en kan by AXS.com gekoop word. Dignity Health Sports Park sal in beperkte hoedanigheid oop wees vir ondersteuners, met al die gaste wat sosiaal gedistansieerd bly en onderhewig aan plaaslike en staatsgesondheidsriglyne gedurende die hele geleentheid.
Arreola’s workout took place at the Ten Goose Boxing Gym in Van Nuys, California where Arreola is participating in his second training camp with Goossen. Arreola’s first fight with Goossen saw the veteran former title challenger set numerous CompuBox heavyweight records in a narrow decision loss to Adam Kownacki.
Here is what Arreola and Goossen had to say Wednesday:
CHRIS ARREOLA
“I’m ready for this fight. I’ve been waiting for this fight for four or five months. This one is going to be a barnburner for sure.
“This fight is important for my legacy. I want to make the fans happy they bought this fight. I don’t fight for paychecks. I’m a fighter for the fans. So I hope they enjoy this fight and buy this pay-per-view.
“I love what I do. I’m a fortunate person to have been a fighter since a young age. I bleed boxing. I put my whole self out there every time I fight. I know that I owe it to the fans to give them a great fight.
“Defensively I’ve grown so much working with Joe. He’s taught me a lot about keeping my hands up and countering. He hasn’t reinvented the wheel, he’s just made sure the wheel is round.
“I was able to keep up the pace against Kownacki because I did everything I had to do in the gym. I could have given three more rounds at the end of that fight too. The fight is always won in the gym and we put all of the work in to win that fight. I thought I won that fight. Despite not getting the decision, it was a fun fight for me.
"Ek voel goed. I’ve been working hard for months. I know that I have to make this a great fight for the fans and for myself. I know how crucial this fight is for my career.
“I don’t pay attention to the odds. If people want to make me the underdog, I’m comfortable with that. I’ve been an underdog my whole life.
“I’ve had some long layoffs before, so I know how to get back into it when the time comes. The sparring helps you know where your timing is at. That’s the best way to gauge where you’re at in your training camp.
“It’s a beautiful venue at Dignity Health Sports Park. There isn’t a bad seat in the house. Every time I go there I love to sit up there with all the fans and enjoy the fights. It’s going to be a fun night of boxing on May 1 and I can’t wait.”
JOE GOOSSEN, Arreola’s Trainer
“Chris and Andy are veterans. They’ve been around a longtime. They know how to turn on the switch when the time comes. We’re preparing for a great fight on May 1.
“When you have two guys of the same talent, how do you determine who wins the fight? It’s the fighter who’s in better shape. That’s the underlying thought process here. Both Chris and Andy have talent, but our goal is for Chris to be in the best shape possible. The difference plays itself out in those last few rounds of the fight.
“You’re going to have the best Andy Ruiz that we’ve seen in this fight. And we have the same on our side. Our team has been working hard as well. I don’t expect anything but a great fight. However many rounds this goes, dit gaan vuurwerke wees.
“We’ve been training for around four months but he hasn’t peaked too early because we’ve been consistent. Once we built up to a certain point, we’ve kept it there. He’s not worn out at all. This is what fighters are supposed to do. They’re supposed to be in the gym training.
“I’m very confident and calm heading into this fight, because Chris has been doing exactly what he’s supposed to be doing. That’s all you can ask for.”
Kubaanse ster & WBA Super Welterweight Champion Erislandy Lara neem Thomas LaManna aan vir WBA Middleweight Championship Headlining FOX PBC Fight Night & op FOX Deportes Saterdag, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië KlikHIERfor Photos from Team Lara
LAS VEGAS(April 20, 2021) – Cuban star and WBA Super Welterweight ChampionErislandy “The American Dream” Lara'n voorbeeld van sy strewe om drie keer te word, two-division champion as he prepares to take onThomas "Cornflake" LaMannavir die WBA middelgewig titelopskrif FOX PBC Fight Night en op FOX Deportes Saterdag, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Lara vs. LaManna dien as die hoofgebeurtenis van 'n uitsending wat begin om 7 namiddag. ET / 4 pm. PT preceding the FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View event headlined by former unified heavyweight world championAndy “The Destroyer” Ruiz Jr..battling all-action heavyweightChris "Die Nightmare" Arreola, wat boaan 'n sterre boks-ekstravaganza is wat alles op Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson plaasvind, Kalifornië.
Lara sal syne maak 2021 Die debuut ná sy laaste stryd het hom in Augustus deur Greg Vendetti deur 'n eenparige besluit oor FOX verslaan, Dit maak drie-agtereenvolgende gevegte sonder 'n verlies, tesame met sy uitklopoorwinning oor Ramon Alvarez in Augustus 2019 en 'n split-draw in a 2019 aksiegeveg teen die huidige 154 pond-kampioen, Brian Castano.
Voordat hy 2018 se geveg van die jaar na Jarrett Hurd verneder het, Lara is gevestig as die langste heersende kampioen van 154 pond, ses titelverdedigings besit. Lara het deur die jare met 'n rits topname in die afdeling te kampe gehad, insluitend Canelo Alvarez, Austin Trout, Alfredo Angulo, Paul Williams, Ishe Smith en Vanes Martirosyan, benewens Hurd en Castano.
Hier is wat Lara te sê gehad het oor die oefenkamp, beweeg op na middelgewig en meer:
Op hierdie onlangse oefenkamp: “Die oefenkamp was moeilik. Ek werk saam met my afrigter Ismael Salas, en dinge was net baie berekend en wetenskaplik. Ons het lekker gespartel en ek voel jonk in my gedagtes, liggaam, en siel. Ek hou van die manier waarop die kamp bestuur word, and I expect to have a lot of success in this fight based on the preparation I have had in Las Vegas.”
Op sy wedstryd met LaManna: “Thomas LaManna is regtig groot en lank en bring 'n unieke styl na die ring. Dit is glad nie 'n maklike stryd nie, en ek weet dat ek my bes sal moet wees om as oorwinnaar uit te kom. Hy het nog nooit vir 'n wêreldtitel geveg nie, daarom veg ek met 'n persoon wat sy lewenslange droom om 'n wêreldkampioen te word, wil verwesenlik.. Ek is volledig voorbereid, gefokus, en ek verwag 'n harde stryd.”
Oor die stryd om die vakante WBA-middelgewig-titel: “I’m looking to become a two division and three-time world champion. I take great pride in being a fighter that puts everything on the line. Ek wil enige uitdagers die hoof bied, en dit sal in Mei voortgaan 1. My doel is om 'n toonaangewende speler en 'n legende in die sport te wees. Ek trek in gewig op om 'n wêreldkampioen te word en vir die wêreld te wys dat ek gereed is vir nuwe uitdagings. '
Oor wat 'n oorwinning vir sy loopbaan sal beteken: “'N Oorwinning teen LaManna sal my in staat stel om die ander kampioene in middelgewig uit te daag. Ek kyk na eenwordingstryde, Ek wil die grootste aanvalle moontlik hê, maar ek moet eers hierdie stryd wen. Daar is baie sinvolle gevegte teen middelgewig, en ek wil hulle almal hê. Ek wil 'n Hall-of-Famer wees en as een van die beste Kubaanse boksers ooit doen. Vir my nalatenskap om so te dink, Ek moet die beste veg.”
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OOR FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola sal die voormalige verenigde swaargewig-wêreldkampioen Andy "The Destroyer" Ruiz sien, Jr. veg die all-action swaargewig Chris "The Nightmare '' Arreola in die hoofwedstryd van 'n all-Mexikaanse boks ekstravaganza op Saterdag, Mei 1 'n FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Die betaal-per-kyk begin om 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT en het die voormalige wêreldkampioen Omar “Panterita” Figueroa, Jr. bots met Abel Ramos in die twaalf-ronde weltergewig-mede-hoofbyeenkoms. Die opspraakwekkende superweltergewig-kandidaat Sebastián "The Towering Inferno '' Fundora pak die erg treffende Jorge" El Demonio '' Cota aan in 'n twaalf-ronde stryd en die opkomende weltergewigster Jesús Ramos tweestry met die VS. Olimpiese speler Javier “El Intocable” Molina vir 10-rondes weltergewig-aksie in die betaal-per-kyk-opener.
Die geleentheid word bevorder deur TGB Promotions. Kaartjies is nou te koop en kan by AXS.com gekoop word. Dignity Health Sports Park sal in beperkte hoedanigheid oop wees vir ondersteuners, met al die gaste wat sosiaal gedistansieerd bly en onderhewig aan plaaslike en staatsgesondheidsriglyne gedurende die hele geleentheid.
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Voorafbetaal, FOX PBC Fight Night sal begin om 7 namiddag. ET / 4 pm. PT was die titel van die Kubaanse ster en die WBA Super Welterweight Champion Erislandy "The American Dream" Lara wat 'n derde wêreldtitel in 'n tweede gewigsklas wil kry, wanneer hy die veteraan-kandidaat Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna in die gesig staar vir die WBA-middelgewig-titel.. In die mede-hoofbyeenkoms op FOX, beste veergewig-aanspraakmaker Eduardo Ramírez pak Isaac Avelar in 'n twaalf-ronde stryd om die vakante tussentydse WBA-veergewigtitel.
Foto Credit: Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions Klik HIERfor Photos from Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions Klik HIERfor Photos Esmeraldo Ferraro Klik HIERfor Video from the Event LAS VEGAS – April 19, 2021 - Former unified heavyweight championAndy “The Destroyer” Ruiz Jr..took time out from training this past Saturday to lend a hand to those in need, as he joined the Project Hope initiative and helped distribute 500 bags of groceries to families in Las Vegas. Ruiz returns to the ring in the FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View main event Saturday, Mei 1 against all-action heavyweight Chris “The Nightmare’’ Arreola from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Ruiz was joined by his trainer Eddy Reynoso and shared the stage with heavyweight champion Tyson Fury at the event. Ruiz spoke to the crowd that gathered and expressed his belief in overcoming adversity.
“Anything is possible,” said Ruiz. “Nobody believed I could become a heavyweight champion…and what do you know? I ended up becoming the first Mexican heavyweight champion of the world.”
Ruiz Jr. has stayed involved with charitable efforts thought his career. The Mexican-American star also visited the Disabled Children’s Association and the Charity Committee for Orphans Care in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia before his most recent fight with Anthony Joshua in December 2019.
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OOR FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola sal die voormalige verenigde swaargewig-wêreldkampioen Andy "The Destroyer" Ruiz sien, Jr. veg die all-action swaargewig Chris "The Nightmare '' Arreola in die hoofwedstryd van 'n all-Mexikaanse boks ekstravaganza op Saterdag, Mei 1 'n FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Die betaal-per-kyk begin om 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT en het die voormalige wêreldkampioen Omar “Panterita” Figueroa, Jr. bots met Abel Ramos in die twaalf-ronde weltergewig-mede-hoofbyeenkoms. Die opspraakwekkende superweltergewig-kandidaat Sebastián "The Towering Inferno '' Fundora pak die erg treffende Jorge" El Demonio '' Cota aan in 'n twaalf-ronde stryd en die opkomende weltergewigster Jesús Ramos tweestry met die VS. Olimpiese speler Javier “El Intocable” Molina vir 10-rondes weltergewig-aksie in die betaal-per-kyk-opener.
Die geleentheid word bevorder deur TGB Promotions. Kaartjies is nou te koop en kan by AXS.com gekoop word. Dignity Health Sports Park sal in beperkte hoedanigheid oop wees vir ondersteuners, met al die gaste wat sosiaal gedistansieerd bly en onderhewig aan plaaslike en staatsgesondheidsriglyne gedurende die hele geleentheid.
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“I love training with a young, hungry fighter like Jesús. We feed off of each other’s energy,” – Abel Ramos “We both have the same goal, which is to win on May 1… If I’m ever tired, I just look to Abel and know that I have to keep pushing,” – Jesús Ramos Welterweight Contender Abel Ramos & Rising Welterweight Star Jesús Ramos Preview Respective Showdowns on FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Undercard Taking Place Saturday, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië CASA GRANDE, DIE. (April 14, 2021) – Welterweight contender Abel Ramos and his nephew, rising welterweight star Jesús Ramos, discussed their family’s bond through boxing while previewing their upcoming respective showdowns taking place Saturday, Mei 1 in FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View undercard action from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Abel Ramos will step in to face former world champion Omar “Panterita” Figueroa in the co-main event of the pay-per-view, while Jesús Ramos will battle Javier “El Intocable” Molina in a welterweight attraction that kicks off the pay-per-view at 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT.
Abel and Jesús are trained by Abel’s brother and Jesús’ father, Jesús Ramos Sr. in their hometown of Casa Grande, Arizona. Both have spoken effusively about how training alongside a family member, and a fighter at a different point in their career, helps push them during camp.
“It’s great working with Abel,” said Jesús. “We both have the same goal, which is to win on May 1. If I’m ever tired, I just look to Abel and know that I have to keep pushing. I’m always able to ask him for advice and we help each other a lot.”
“It’s great training with a young, hungry fighter like Jesús,” said Abel. “We feed off of each other’s energy, and there’s lots of competitiveness when we train. I think that’s a good thing for both of us.”
Both Abel and Jesús have known since Jesús was little that this was a path the younger Ramos would eventually walk. For Jesús, he’s always used Abel as his inspiration to help get him where he is today.
“Deep down I always knew he’d get into boxing,” said Abel. “He was at all of my fights when he was younger and he always showed an interest in the sport.”
“Abel is the guy that I’ve looked up to since I was a little kid,” said Jesús. “I watched him box from a very young age and have learned a lot from him. Seeing him do it has always inspired me. He’s always taken tough fights and that’s inspiring too. He’s played a huge role in getting me to where I am today.”
While the 20-year-old Jesús is considered a young up-and-comer in the sport, who will be taking on his toughest test May 1 in Javier Molina, Abel believes that his nephew will show wisdom beyond his years in this fight.
“People think because Jesús is young that he doesn’t have experience, but that’s where they’re wrong,” said Abel. “At a very young age he displayed a lot of the abilities of a veteran fighter. He’s always had great patience, as well as the ability to think in the ring. His ring IQ is really high for his age.”
Ahead of the two fighting Ramos’ sharing the pay-per-view undercard on May 1, here is what Abel and Jesús had to say about their training camp, their respective showdowns and more:
ABEL RAMOS
“We’re less than three weeks away now, and every week I feel stronger and more ready for May 1. I’ve been sparring with a bunch of local fighters from Arizona who are helping prepare me. The hardest part is yet to come, but I’m just focusing on the game plan and executing the same program that’s worked in the past.
“It’s great to be a part of this event and show the fans the warrior mentality that us Mexican and Mexican-American fighters have. I can’t wait to put on a great show! It’s motivating for me to showcase our warrior style and it’s making me work my absolute hardest in order to give my best on fight night.
“I learned a lot from facing Yordenis Ugas. I went back and watched that fight, and I saw some things I can improve on. It serves as motivation, but it also showed me that I belong in there with the best in the division. I don’t feel like it was a total loss because I learned from it. But in this fight, I’m going to show all the improvements I’ve made since the Ugas fight.
“I watched Figueroa’s fight against Ugas. But styles make fights and I think my fight against Figueroa is going to be different than what Figueroa and Ugas had. I expect way more action when I face Omar.
“The majority of the game plan is preparing for Figueroa to come forward. We’re getting sparring partners that mimic what Figueroa does. Even when I’m working on the heavy bag, we’re keeping that in mind. I’m constantly imagining someone in front of me who I know is going to throw a lot of punches.
“At the end of the day, I just want the win by any means necessary. I love that people are expecting a great fight from us and I just use that as motivation to prepare myself for what I know will be a grudge match.”
JESÚS RAMOS
“Everything is going how we planned for in this training camp. It’s a grind seven days a week. I’m just keeping up a good diet and focusing on strength and conditioning. We’re going 12 rounds in sparring and I’m feeling ready. I’m in great shape already and we still have two and a half weeks to go. I’ve been sparring with my uncle Abel, Jorge Cota and some other local fighters from Arizona.
“I think Molina has a lot of experience, which I know he’ll try to use against me. He’s a fighter with good speed. But when he fought Jose Pedraza, he struggled against a southpaw. So, I might cause him some problems there, but I’m also bigger than Pedraza. I’m a legit welterweight.
“This fight being so close to Cinco De Mayo, this is a huge deal for me. There are going to be tons of events and festivities that week and to be a part of all of that is an honor. I just want to represent Mexico in the best way that I can.
“A victory over Molina would be a big statement. A lot of people are saying that he’s my toughest opponent to date. And beating him will get me fights with some even bigger names. But I have to beat Molina first.
“I’d love to get a knockout against Molina. He’s faced some tough fighters and nobody has been able to knock him out. But if I can’t get the knockout then I just want to dominate him and look good getting the win however I can.”
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OOR FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola sal die voormalige verenigde swaargewig-wêreldkampioen Andy "The Destroyer" Ruiz sien, Jr. veg die all-action swaargewig Chris "The Nightmare '' Arreola in die hoofwedstryd van 'n all-Mexikaanse boks ekstravaganza op Saterdag, Mei 1 'n FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Die betaal-per-kyk begin om 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT en het die voormalige wêreldkampioen Omar “Panterita” Figueroa, Jr. bots met Abel Ramos in die twaalf-ronde weltergewig-mede-hoofbyeenkoms. Die opspraakwekkende superweltergewig-kandidaat Sebastián "The Towering Inferno '' Fundora pak die erg treffende Jorge" El Demonio '' Cota aan in 'n twaalf-ronde stryd en die opkomende weltergewigster Jesús Ramos tweestry met die VS. Olimpiese speler Javier “El Intocable” Molina vir 10-rondes weltergewig-aksie in die betaal-per-kyk-opener.
Die geleentheid word bevorder deur TGB Promotions. Kaartjies is nou te koop en kan by AXS.com gekoop word. Dignity Health Sports Park sal in beperkte hoedanigheid oop wees vir ondersteuners, met al die gaste wat sosiaal gedistansieerd bly en onderhewig aan plaaslike en staatsgesondheidsriglyne gedurende die hele geleentheid.
Die FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View is 'n prys van $49.99. Buy now onfoxsports.com/ppvand watch on any screen!
'Ek kan nie wag om almal die nuwe Andy Ruiz Jr.. Mei 1, omdat ek nou meer gemotiveerd is as wat ek nog nooit tevore was nie,”- Ruiz 'Ek is opgewonde vir Mei 1 want dit gaan beslis 'n rock 'em sock' em type of fight. ”- Arreola Voormalige Unified Heavyweight World Champion Andy Ruiz, Jr. & All-Action swaargewig Chris Arreola Preview Showdown Opskrif FOX Sports PBC Pay-per-View Saterdag, Mei 1 uit Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië Klik HIER vir perskonferensie-video (Krediet: PBC op FOX, Wagwoord: !2ca2?qS) CARSON, CALIF. (Maart 30, 2021) - Voormalige verenigde wêreldkampioen in swaargewig Andy "The Destroyer" Ruiz Jr.. en die swaargewig Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola van alle aksies het Dinsdag tydens 'n virtuele perskonferensie 'n voorskou van hul kragmeting gesien voordat hulle in 'n FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View-hoofbyeenkoms Saterdag veg, Mei 1 van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië,
Die betaal-per-kyk-aksie begin om 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT en sien hierdie botsing tussen twee Mexikaans-Amerikaanse swaargewigte bo-op 'n propvol vol-Mexikaanse boks-ekstravaganza. Die gestapelde betaalkaart-onderkaart-mede-funksie sal die voormalige wêreldkampioen Omar "Panterita" Figueroa sien, Jr. bots met Abel Ramos in 'n twaalf-ronde weltergewig-stryd. Opspraakwekkende superweltergewig-kandidaat Sebastián "The Towering Inferno '' Fundora pak die erg treffende Jorge" El Demonio '' Cota aan in 'n 12-ronde-stryd en die opkomende weltergewigster Jesús Ramos, Jr. Duels Amerikaanse. Olimpiese speler Javier “El Intocable” Molina vir 10-rondes weltergewig-aksie.
Die geleentheid word bevorder deur TGB Promotions. Kaartjies is nou te koop en kan by AXS.com gekoop word. Dignity Health Sports Park sal in beperkte hoedanigheid oop wees vir ondersteuners, met al die gaste wat sosiaal gedistansieerd bly en onderhewig aan plaaslike en staatsgesondheidsriglyne gedurende die hele geleentheid.
Die FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View is 'n prys van $49.99.
Die swaargewigte is tydens die perskonferensie deur hul bekende afrigters vergesel, met Eddy Reynoso wat Ruiz se huidige kamp bespreek, en Joe Goossen wat Arreola se voorbereidings ontleed. Hier is wat die perskonferensie-deelnemers Dinsdag moes sê:
ANDY RUIZ JR.
'Ek is regtig gemotiveerd vir Mei 1. Ons oefen albei hard en werk elke dag vir hierdie een. My mentaliteit is waar dit moet wees en ek is gereed om 'n wonderlike vertoning te lewer.
'Eddy sien die potensiaal wat ek het, en hy het vir my gesê dat ek gedissiplineer moet word as ek saam met hom gaan werk. Ek dink nie ek was ooit waar nie 100 persent toegewy tot nou toe. Ek is omring deur groot kampioene soos Canelo Alvarez, Oscar Valdez en Ryan Garcia, wat my help motiveer en dit is 'n seën om elke dag by Eddy te leer.
'Om met Eddy te werk, het my mentaliteit help verander. Sy mentaliteit is dat ons niks as vanselfsprekend kan aanvaar in hierdie sport nie. Ons het aan baie verskillende dinge gewerk en ek het die vermoë om baie nuwe dinge saam met Eddy te doen. Ek kan nie wag om vir almal die nuwe Andy Ruiz Jr.. Mei 1 omdat ek nou meer gemotiveerd is as wat ek nog nooit tevore was nie.
'Ek het baie geleer by elke afrigter wat ek gehad het, en ek is dankbaar vir almal. Saam met Eddy, hy hou daarvan om elke slag en elke beweging in die ring te vervolmaak. Die vlak van detail is iets wat ek nog nooit op hierdie vlak gehad het nie.
'Arreola is 'n vegter wat baie slae kan slaan. Hy is sterk, maar ons gaan by die wedstrydplan hou en gedissiplineerd bly.
'Om my laaste stryd te verloor, was verwoestend. Ek het nie die dinge gedoen wat ek moes doen nie. Dit was die belangrikste stryd in my loopbaan. Ek het my hele lewe lank gewag om kampioen te word en ek het dinge begin doen wat ek nooit gedink het ek sou kon doen nie. Ek wil nie weer dieselfde foute maak nie, en dit is 'n groot deel van wat my motiveer.
'Noudat ek gewig op die regte manier gedaal het, Ek voel ongelooflik. Ek voel dat ek baie meer dinge kan doen wat ek nog nie voorheen kon doen nie weens my liggaam. Die hemel is die limiet vir my.
'Ek het nog steeds 'n wrok in my binneste oor die tweede Anthony Joshua-stryd, want ek wil nie weer op daardie pad gaan nie. Ek wil net gedissiplineerd bly vir hierdie stryd en al die groot gevegte in my toekoms.
'Ek het van Arreola geleer dat ons albei vegters is. Ons gee nie op nie. Ons ontvang graag slae en gee dit terug. As ons in daardie ring is, dis net besigheid.
'Dit gaan 'n stryd met alle aksies wees. Ek weet Arreola oefen baie hard en ek is opgewonde vir alles wat hy gaan bring. Ek kan nie wag om al my verbeterings aan die mense daarbuite te wys nie. '
CHRIS ARREOLA
'Dit is 'n stryd wat ek gesien het kom sedert die eerste keer dat ek Andy gespaar het. Destyds was hy net 'n popperige kind en ek het niks aan hom gedink nie, totdat hy daardie hande gooi. Daardie hande was vinnig en dodelik. Ek het op daardie stadium geweet dat hierdie stryd eendag sou kom.
'Ek was 'n rukkie gereed vir hierdie stryd. Op 'n stadium wou hy soos ek wees, en nou wil ek soos hy wees en swaargewigkampioen word. Hy het alles verdien wat hy gekry het, en nou is dit my tyd om alles te doen om die geskiedenis te verander en te bewys dat ek 'n elite-swaargewig is.
'Ek het alles in opleiding gegee, maar ons gaan aanhou werk. Ek is opgewonde vir Mei 1 want dit gaan beslis 'n soort geveg wees. '
'Ek weet dat Andy sterk lyk en dit 'n groot stryd gaan maak. Dit is 'n stryd waaroor mense moet praat. Daar is meer werk om te doen, maar ek sal gereed wees om die wêreld op Mei te skok 1.
'Dit was nie soseer die uitset wat vir my verbeter het in die Adam Kownacki-stryd nie, maar dit is die feit dat ek combo's kon gooi toe ek wou. Ek glo dat die slegste wat ek in die stryd moes kry, gelykop was. Óf manier, my plan is om in nog 'n beter toestand te wees vir hierdie stryd teen Ruiz.
'Daar is nie te veel dinge waaroor ek in my lewe spyt is nie. Ja, Ek het later in my loopbaan meer dissipline gevind, maar ek is nie een wat te veel op die verlede steun nie. Daar is niks wat ek kan verander nie, behalwe wat more gebeur.
'Noudat ek hierdie nuwe toegevoegde energie in my het, en regtig hierdie nuwe liefde vir die spel, dit maak dit vir my makliker om in die gimnasium te kom en na Joe te luister.
'Andy was baie beskeie toe ek hom die eerste keer bespaar het. Ek het nie gedink dat hy die handspoed en vaardighede sou hê wat hy gehad het nie. Ek het daardie dag 'n onbeskofte ontwaking gehad. Ons het mekaar die hande opgelê. In plaas daarvan om op te hou, hy het aangehou kom. Dit was 'n prettige sparring-sessie. Daarom was ek een van die mense wat voorspel het dat hy Joshua die eerste geveg gaan klop.
'Ek weet dat ek 'n slim spelplan moet saambring. Aan die einde van die dag, ons gaan die rock 'em sock' em oomblikke hê. Andy het baie handspoed. So ek weet dit as ek nie my hande terugbring nie, Ek sal gevang word. '
EDDY REYNOSO, Ruiz’s Trainer
'Andy het soveel tyd gegee en was so toegewyd aan sy werk in die gimnasium. Ons is opgewonde vir Mei 1. Hy is gemotiveerd en leer elke dag baie.
'Ons weet dit op Mei 1 ons gaan te doen hê met 'n aggressiewe vegter wat sy beste gaan lewer. Andy is opgewonde oor die uitdaging wat Arreola bied.
'Mei 1 gaan die tweede begin van Andy se loopbaan wees. Dit is die begin van sy strewe om weer kampioen te word. Ons respekteer Arreola, maar ons gaan daar ingaan om die werk op Mei gedoen te kry 1.
'Andy is sterk en hy het 'n geweldige fokus. Ek moet Andy gelukwens met sy poging en toewyding tot dusver. Ek glo dit op Mei 1, almal gaan 'n baie ander en verbeterde Andy Ruiz Jr..
'Ek het met Andy en sy hele span gesels en hulle het ons die vertroue gegee dat Andy hard sou werk. Hy het presies dit gedoen. Die fokus is dat hy weer wêreldkampioen word. Daar is baie groot vegters in swaargewig, maar ons glo almal dat Andy met hierdie harde werk gaan wys wie hy regtig is. '
JOE GOOSSEN, Arreola’s Trainer
'Dit is twee vegters wat bekend is vir wat hulle die beste doen, en dit gaan vir die uitklophou. Hulle laat dit dadelik van die openingsklok af vlieg.
'Eddy oefen Andy tans en dit is 'n wonderlike wedstryd, net soos ek en Chris is 'n goeie wedstryd. Ek verwag dat albei vegters in 'n fantastiese vorm sal wees. Ek weet dat Eddy nie Andy sou oplei nie, tensy hy die program toegewy het.
'Ons oefen nou al maande. Chris was baie toegewyd en het sy vaardighede verskerp om vir Mei gereed te wees 1. Albei ouens wil wen. Die druk is op albei ouens om hard daarvoor te werk. Geen ou glo dat hulle die 'b-kant' is nie en dit is hoe hulle moet voel. As u twee vaardige vegters met daardie mentaliteit het, dit gaan 'n groot stryd wees.
'Wanneer het u ooit Chris of Andy in 'n slegte stryd gesien?? Hulle gee albei alles en as ek nie vir Chris opgelei het nie, Ek sal beslis kyk. As dit alles gesê en gedoen word, Ek glo dit gaan 'n stryd wees wat in die geskiedenisboeke opgeneem word.
'Andy se styl is Andy se styl. Soos hy self gesê het, die verskil is wat hy met 'n ander liggaam kan doen. Dit gaan 'n nuwe en verbeterde styl wees. Dit is moeilik om u hele styl te verander, maar hy gaan wys dat hy sy styl bygevoeg het. '
TOM BROWN, President van TGB Promotions
“Dignity Health Sports Park is die voorste buiteboks-lokaal in die VS.. Dit was die tuiste van 'n paar ware moderne klassieke. Iets spesiaals gebeur as vegters in daardie tonnel afstap. Dit is soos gladiators wat die Colosseum binnekom.
“Andy Ruiz Jr vs.. Chris Arreola is gewaarborg dat dit weer 'n groot stryd sal wees tussen twee Mexikaans-Amerikaanse krygers uit Suid-Kalifornië. Dwarsdeur hul geskiedenis, die oomblik toe hulle die ring binnestap, hierdie vegters het boksondersteuners geëlektrifiseer.
'Hierdie stryd sal 'n skraal fees wees. Albei vegters het ondersteunersvriendelik, all-action style en dit is veilig om te sê dat Ruiz en Arreola nog nooit in die ring gestap het om net te wen nie - hulle wil die uitklophou hê. Dit gaan dus bomme weg wees op Mei 1.
'Ons is baie opgewonde oor hierdie betaal-per-kyk-kaart met vier all-action-gevegte. Ons begin die aksie met die jong vooruitsig, Jesus Ramos, wat Javier Molina aanvat in 'n wedstryd wat die toekoms van die boks is teenoor 'n veteraan-Olimpiese. Ons het ook 'n opkomende ster in Sebastian Fundora teen 'n ware mededinger in Jorge Cota. Meer, die mede-hoofbyeenkoms met Omar Figueroa teen Abel Ramos het die potensiaal om 'n Mexikaanse Gatti vs.. Ward tipe stryd. ”
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OOR FOX SPORTS PBC PPV: RUIZ VS. ARREOLA Ruiz vs. Arreola sal die voormalige verenigde swaargewig-wêreldkampioen Andy "The Destroyer" Ruiz sien, Jr. veg die all-action swaargewig Chris "The Nightmare '' Arreola in die hoofwedstryd van 'n all-Mexikaanse boks ekstravaganza op Saterdag, Mei 1 'n FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View van Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornië.
Die betaal-per-kyk begin om 9 namiddag. ET / 6 pm. PT en het die voormalige wêreldkampioen Omar “Panterita” Figueroa, Jr. bots met Abel Ramos in die twaalf-ronde weltergewig-mede-hoofbyeenkoms. Sensasionele super-weltergewig-kandidaat Sebastián "The Towering Inferno '' Fundora pak die erg treffende Jorge" El Demonio '' Cota aan in 'n twaalf-ronde stryd en die opkomende weltergewigster Jesús Ramos, Jr. tweestryde Amerikaanse. Olimpiese speler Javier “El Intocable” Molina vir 10-rondes weltergewig-aksie in die betaal-per-kyk-opener.
Former Champion Jean Pascal Edges Marcus Browne By Technical Decision After Accidental Headbutt Ends Fight in Round Eight& Wale Omotoso Stops Curtis Stevens in Third Round of154-Pound Duel
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BROOKLYN (Augustus 4, 2019) – Unbeaten Polish star and Brooklyn nativeAdam Kownacki (20-0, 15 Uitklophoue) earned a unanimous decision overChris “Die nagmerrie” Arreola (38-6-1, 33 Uitklophoue) in an all-action brawl in front of his hometown fans that headlined FOX PBC Fight Night main event and on FOX Deportes Saturday night from Barclays Center, die huis van BROOKLYN boks ™.
Kownacki and Arreola set the CompuBox heavyweight record for combined punches landed and thrown in a heavyweight fight. They landed a combined 667 stoot, besting the previous record of 650, while throwing 2,172 stoot, far surpassing the previous mark of 1,730.
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“Chris is an Aztec warrior,” gesê Kownacki. “Hy is 'n groot vegter. I knew it would be a tough fight and I prepared for it. The CompuBox numbers prove it was a great fight.”
“Adam is relentless,” Said Arreola. “He just keeps coming. I know I got him with some good punches and he got me with some good ones. I was more than ready to go all 12, but Adam came in and won the fight.”
The action began right from the first bell, as Kownacki charged at Arreola and immediately began exchanging as both men threw power punches in bunches. Kownacki worked off of his jab to initiate his offense, while Arreola was effectively able to counter his hard-charging opponent and respond every time he was hit with a combination.
“I thought it was a good close fight but I knew I pulled it out,” gesê Kownacki. “I landed a lot of shots and that was enough to win. That’s all that matters.”
Kownacki stunned Arreola in the early moments of round two but Arreola quickly responded to slow Kownacki’s momentum. Arreola found more and more success with his overhand right as the fight went, landing the punch numerous times in the fourth and fifth round especially.
Round six was a back and forth affair that featured a big offensive surge from Kownacki early in the round, before an exciting exchange at the end of the round saw both men take heavy punches.
“I tried to follow up when I had him hurt but I was throwing two punches instead of three or four,” gesê Kownacki. “Props to Arreola because he proved he could still hang. I’m sure the fans would want to see him again.”
The middle rounds saw Arreola pick up a hand injury, but it didn’t appear to slow him down much as his punch output continued to be strong for the second half of the fight. For Kownacki, it was his first time going past 10 rounds as a pro.
After the punches continued to fly through the last bell, the two heavyweights embraced in the ring prior to hearing the judges’ tellings. Na 12 rondes, all three judges saw the fight in favor of Kownacki, deur tellings van 117-11 twee keer en 118-110.
“Retirement is something I need to talk to my family and team about,” Said Arreola. “I gave it my all this fight. I let it all hang out. After breaking my hand, I kept fighting because I believed I could win.”
“I just have to keep training hard, getting better and sharpening my skills,” gesê Kownacki. “We’ll see what the future holds. Hopefully next year I’ll get the title shot.”
The co-main event saw former world championJean Pascal (34-6-1, 20 Uitklophoue) earn a narrow technical decision over previously unbeatenMarcus Browne (23-1, 16 Uitklophoue) to capture the WBA interim light heavyweight title after an accidental headbutt ended the fight in round eight.
“Boxing is boxing,” said Pascal. “We clashed heads, but at the end of the day, I was winning the round. I dropped him three times. Dit was 'n goeie stryd, but I believe I was winning.”
Browne appeared to be in control early, using his jab effectively and finishing his combos with power punches. Throughout the fight, Browne would land 52% of his power punches according to CompuBox.
In die vierde ronde, Pascal broke through landing a perfect right hand that connected with Browne as he threw his own right hook. Browne hit the canvas for the third time in his career, but was able to make it through the round.
Browne looked to have regained control of the fight until late in round seven when Pascal again connected on a powerful right hook that caught Browne during an exchange. Pascal jumped on Browne after he got to his feet and knocked him down a third time right before the bell ended round seven.
Montreal’s Pascal was looking to finish Browne in round eight, while Browne looked to effectively navigate the ring while recovering from the previous round. It was midway through the round that Pascal hit Browne with an accidental headbutt on the ropes that opened a cut over Browne’s left eye.
Referee Gary Rosato halted the bout 1:49 in die ronde, on the advice of the ringside physician, meaning the fight went to the scorecards. By winning the shortened eighth round on all three judges’ kaarte, Pascal won the fight by the score of 75-74 drie keer.
“I could hear my daughter ringside and that was motivation for me,” said Pascal. “She was yelling my name all night long. I’m going to go home and talk to my team to see what is next. Canada has Drake, the NBA Champions and now I’m bringing the belt home.”
Browne was unavailable for post fight comments as he was taken to NYU Lutheran Medical Center due to the cut.
The opening bout on FOX sawWale Omotoso (28-4, 22 Uitklophoue) dropCurtis Stevens(30-7, 22 Uitklophoue) three times on his way to a third round stoppage victory in their super welterweight clash.
For Stevens it was his first fight at 154-pounds, and he was tested at the new weight from the outset. Omotoso began moving and jabbing around the ring as Stevens stalked him and tried to throw power punches to slow his movement. Late in the first round, Omotoso broke through with a right hand to the side of Stevens’ head that dropped him in the middle of the ring.
“My coach told me to keep my hands up, be patient, box him and jab,” said Omotoso. “He told me I shouldn’t push it and that when the opening was there, I’d take it. That’s exactly what happened.”
“He hit me with an overhand right in the first round that knocked my equilibrium,” said Stevens. “But that didn’t really affect me too much. I wasn’t stepping enough into my punches, I was reaching. I got caught when I was reaching.”
In round two Omotoso landed a perfect jab on Stevens, as his opponent was throwing a left hook, that sent him down for the second time in the fight. Stevens again made it through the round, and began the next frame trapping Omotoso in the corner and connecting on power punches.
“I was just letting my hands go,” said Omotoso. “On the second knockdown my confidence grew. I was glad to get the victory by knockout.”
While Stevens was able to own the early moments of the third round, Omotoso hit him with a three punch combo that featured left hook, left uppercut and then straight right hand that put Stevens down for the third time. Stevens got to his feet but referee Johnny Callas halted the bout at 1:28 van die derde ronde.
“I was okay but the referee has to do his job,” said Stevens. “I was down three times so I know he was looking out for my best interests.”
“I didn’t expect it to go exactly like that,” said Omotoso. “I was just listening to my coach. The second knockdown was actually with my jab. I have to talk to my team about what’s next. I’m thankful for this opportunity. I’m so happy to have this win. Give me anybody next, Ek is gereed.”
ADAM KOWNACKI VS. CHRIS ARREOLA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOS
Unbeaten Polish Star & Brooklyn Native Adam Kownacki & Former Title Challenger Chris Arreola Face Off Before FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event on FOX & FOX Deportes This Saturday from Barclays Center in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN (Augustus 1, 2019) – Unbeaten Polish starAdam Kownacki en voormalige titel uitdager Chris “Die nagmerrie” Arreola went face to face at Thursday’s final press conference, two days before they meet in a heavyweight showdown headlining FOX PBC Fight Night this Saturday live on FOX and FOX Deportes from Barclays Center, die huis van BROOKLYN boks ™.
The press conference also featured fighters competing in action beginning at 8 namiddag. ET / 5 pm. PT as unbeaten WBA interim light heavyweight champion“Sir” Marcus Browneen die voormalige kampioen Jean Pascal, plus Brooklyn’sCurtis Stevens en Wale Omotoso, all faced-off ahead of their respective matchups Saturday night.
Kaartjies vir die geleentheid, wat bevorder deur TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.
The fighters were joined on stage by former lineal heavyweight championMichael Spinks. Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from the Brooklyn Marriott:
ADAM Kownacka
“This is one of my dreams coming true. Since the amateurs I’ve wanted to fight at Barclays Center and on Saturday night I’m the main event. I couldn’t be more excited
“I’ve been pushed hard in training camp and I can’t wait to show everyone all of my work on Saturday. The key is going to be jabbing in and throwing my punches in bunches like I always do.
“This is a new experience for me being the headliner, but in the ring it doesn’t matter. It’s just two guys fighting each other. We both love to fight. I can’t wait to get it over with and punch him in the face.
“Chris Arreola is a warrior. You always know that when Chris fights, it’s a good fight. But I’m going to test how much he has left in the gas tank. Chris has been in there with three champions and when I take care of business on Saturday, I’ll be one step closer to being world champion.
“It’s truly a great feeling to have all this support from my fans here. These fans are trusting me to bring the title back to Brooklyn and to Poland.
“Barclays Center has been my boxing home. I can’t wait to get in the ring. This is a tough fight and I have to make sure I send the fans home happy.
“This definitely has Fight of the Year written all over it. Neither of us are afraid to let our hands go and no matter what happens, the fans are going to be winners on Saturday.”
CHRIS ARREOLA
“I understand that Adam is the favorite because he’s undefeated and fighting in his hometown. Aan die einde van die dag, none of that matters to me. I’m going to give it my all for this fight.
“I’m carefree right now. I have no stress. As ek verloor, I’m okay with walking way. But I’m not here to do that. I’m here to win.
“Ek weet ek het 'n moeilike teenstander in die voorkant van my. I have my work cut out for me. But ‘The Nightmare’ is going to keep going.
“I went to Joe Goossen as my trainer because I knew it was time to make a change. I have to make this last run count. This is the best team I could imagine. Joe makes you work on your mistakes. I believe the winner of this fight is whoever takes advantage of the first mistake.
“I respect everybody outside of the ring, but once we’re in the ring, I’m not friends with anyone. We’ll shake hands after the final bell, but I’m here to put on a show. It’s lights, kamera, action and time to shine.
“He’s a volume puncher. He just keeps coming and he’s smiling at you the whole time. Aan die einde van die dag, I’m going to put a frown on his face Saturday.
“My prediction is that the fans are going to get their money’s worth. You better record this one, because you’re going to watch it again and again. I’m going to come out with my hand raised.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“Being in training in Colorado really lets me get attuned to my game plan. It’s just waking up every day and working with that same mentality where I’m focused on nothing but the fight. It’s all about going in there and getting that win.
“I’m going to punish Pascal on Saturday. If the knockout is how he wants to go, I’ll be ready. I promise I’m going to beat him for 12 rondes.
“It feels great to be here defending my belt. I’ll be in a better position after this fight. I’m going to make a statement in this fight and put Pascal in his place.
“Pascal is a guy who doesn’t come to lay down, he comes to beat you. That’s what the sport is about. You have to fight guys of that stature if you’re not fighting champions.
“A win on Saturday puts me in contention to fight for a world title next. That’s my focus, but before that, it’s about Jean Pascal and taking care of him the right way.
“This is a great card for New York with me, Adam and Curtis all representing our home city. It’s great for us to be in this position together.”
JEAN PASCAL
“Marcus has been saying that he’s going to go in there and try to knock me out, but I’m no amateur. I know what his game plan is going to be. He’s going to run around the ring and try to hold. We all know he’s the best at running like a chicken.
“When I was Marcus’ ouderdom, I was already a world champion. He was watching me on TV when he was at the Olympics.
“How is he going to knock me out? I think without the cut that Badou Jack had in their fight, he would have knocked Marcus out.
“Ek is gereed. I’m a solid fighter. I’ve fought the best, so I don’t think Marcus will be able to knock me out.
“I’m too good all-around for Marcus. This is my chance to show that I still have a lot of gas left in the tank. I’m still good enough to fight at the very top level of the sport.”
CURTIS STEVENS
“This is my first time fighting at Barclays Center, and I’m going to give the fans a taste of what they’ve been missing.
“I decided that I’d go down to 154-pounds because my camp has a lot of the top 160-pound fighters so we were getting in each other’s way. There are a lot of opportunities for me in this weight class as well.
“No matter what has happened in my career, I have always come back. I’m mentally always ready to bounce back. I’ve had layoffs in my career, but I know that I’m going to get where I need to be.
“Nobody calls me out because they know I can punch. I’m too risky for the top fighters because they know there’s a chance they get knocked out.
“It’s incredible to have this opportunity to fight at Barclays Center for the first time. It’s going to be a good time for me and all the fans.”
Huis Omotoso
“I’m not worried about Stevens being at a new weight. I don’t think it’s going to affect him that much. Op Saterdag, we’re both going to do our best to get the win.
“He’s a big puncher who brawls. But I’m a big puncher too. He’s been there and fought everybody, but I’m going to show the world what I can do.
“I think this is going to be a toe-to-toe fight. There might be some feeling out, but as the fight goes on and we get into the middle rounds, it’s going to be fought in the middle of the ring.
“I’ve trained well for this fight and had sparring with lots of different fighters. The different styles that I’ve seen throughout camp will have me prepared for anything Stevens shows me on Saturday night.”
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ABOUT KOWNACKI VS. ARREOLA Kownacki vs. Arreola pits undefeated Polish star and Brooklyn-native Adam Kownacki against veteran former title challenger Chris “Die nagmerrie” Arreola for a heavyweight showdown that headlines FOX PBC Fight Night on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Augustus 3 van Barclays Center, die huis van BROOKLYN boks ™.
The broadcast starts at 8 namiddag. ET / 5 pm. PT and features unbeaten interim WBA Light Heavyweight Champion “Sir” Marcus Browne battling former world champion Jean Pascal in a 12-round bout, plus Brooklyn’s Curtis Stevens makes his 154-pound debut against Wale Omotoso in a 10-round fight.
Viewers can live stream the PBC shows on the FOX Sports and FOX NOW apps or at FOXSports.com. Daarbenewens, all programs are available on FOX Sports on SiriusXM channel 83 op satelliet-radio's en op die SiriusXM app.
Saterdag, Augustus 3 van Barclays Center in Brooklyn & Aangebied deur Premier Boxing Champions
Polish Star Adam Kownacki Headlines Against Former Title Challenger Chris Arreola in FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event Live on FOX & Fox Sports – 8 namiddag. ET / 5 pm. PT
BROOKLYN (Julie 9, 2019) – An exciting lineup of action-packed undercard attractions will add to the Summer heat on Saturday, Augustus 3 live from Barclays Center, die huis van BROOKLYN boks ™, in 'n byeenkoms aangebied deur Premier Boxing Champions.
The event is headlined by Polish star and heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki and former title challenger Chris “Die nagmerrie” Arreola meeting in the main event of FOX PBC Fight Night live on FOX and FOX Deportes. Die uitsending begin by 8 namiddag. ET / 5 pm. PT and also features two-time world champion Andre Berto and 147-pound contender Miguel Cruz, who meet in a welterweight attraction, and interim WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Marcus Browne and former world champion Jean Pascal, who duel in a 175-pound bout.
Undercard bouts are highlighted by 2008 Puerto Rikaanse Olimpiese Carlos Negron (20-2, 16 Uitklophoue) in a 10-round heavyweight fight against Atlanta’sBrian Howard(14-3, 11 Uitklophoue), former title challengerCurtis Stevens (30-6, 22 Uitklophoue) taking on veteran contenderWale Omotoso (27-4, 21 Uitklophoue) in a 10-round super welterweight clash and featherweight world champion and unbeaten local fan-favoriteHeather “Die hitte” Hardy (22-0, 4 Uitklophoue) in her 10steappearance in the ring at Barclays Center.
Kaartjies vir die geleentheid, wat bevorder deur TGB Promotions, can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.
Additional action features a pair of uneaten fighters as Brooklyn’sJulian Sosa (13-0-1, 5 Uitklophoue) steps in for an eight-round welterweight showdown versus Texas-nativeBrian Jones (14-10, 8 Uitklophoue), plus Maryland-nativeCobia Breedy(13-0, 4 Uitklophoue) takes on Michigan’sRyan Lee Allen(9-3-1, 4 Uitklophoue) in a 10-round featherweight attraction.
Rounding out the lineup is Mexico’sIsaac Cruz Gonzalezin a 10-round featherweight fight, onoorwonne vooruitsig Keeshawn Williamsin 'n ses-round welterweight stryd, unbeaten New YorkerArnold Gonzalezin a four-round featherweight duel and undefeated New Jersey-nativeKestna Davisin a four-round super welterweight bout against California’sJaime Meza.
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Viewers can live stream the PBC shows on the FOX Sports and FOX NOW apps or at FOXSports.com. Daarbenewens, all programs are available on FOX Sports on SiriusXM channel 83 op satelliet-radio's en op die SiriusXM app.
Tripleheader of Action Packed Showdowns Live in Primetime Saterdag, Augustus 3 on FOX PBC Fight Night on FOX & FOX Deportes from Barclays Center in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN (Junie 18, 2019) – Polish star and heavyweight contenderAdam Kownacki en voormalige titel uitdager Chris “Die nagmerrie” Arreola went face to face Tuesday at a press conference in Brooklyn as they previewed their showdown that headlines FOX PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes Saturday, Augustus 3 van Barclays Center, die huis van BROOKLYN boks ™.
Also going face to face Tuesday were two-time world championAndre Berto en Miguel Cruz, who meet in a welterweight attraction, and interim WBA Light Heavyweight ChampionMarcus Browne en voormalige wêreldkampioen Jean Pascal,who kick off FOX PBC Fight Night action at 8 namiddag. ET / 5 pm. PT.
Kaartjies vir die geleentheid, wat bevorder deur TGB Promotions, can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday from the Barclays Center GEICO Atrium:
ADAM Kownacka
“This is an exciting moment for me. When I first fought at Barclays Center, I fought after the main event, so this is just an amazing feeling to be headlining.
“Arreola has been in there with everyone, so I know it’s a tough test. He’s coming off two knockout wins, so I know he’ll be ready, but I’m more ready.
“I’ve worked very hard to get to this moment. This is another step toward me becoming a world champion. I’m looking to put myself in line for a world title shot.
“I can’t wait for this one. It’s another step in the right direction, I know it’s going to be competitive because Arreola is coming off of two knockout wins. It’s a do or die mood for him. I know he’ll be in the best shape possible and I can’t wait to show off my skills.
“Arreola is a good fighter. He has fought everybody from Deontay Wilder to Vitali Klitschko. Hopefully I will be able to do a good job and get the win.
“Chris Arreola and I are going to put on the Fight of the Year. We’re going to show that the big guys can really fight.
“The heavyweight division is hot right now and this is going to add to it. With our styles being guys who come forward, it doesn’t get better as a boxing fan.
“This is the third fighter I’ve had in common with Deontay Wilder. I knocked out Artur Szpilka and Gerald Washington faster than he did, and I’m looking to do the same August 3.”
CHRIS ARREOLA
“Adam and I are going to put on a great fight. I’m really excited for this one. As 'n fan, this is the kind of fight I’d want to watch. It’s going to be a fight that’s talked about for years.
“Everyone knows this is going to be a great fight. People always have something negative to say anyway, so I’m only controlling what I can. I’m really looking forward to this fight and displaying the new tricks of the trade that I’ll be implementing into this fight.
“I’m nothing like the fighter’s he’s fought. I’m not an opponent. I’m here to fight. He’s going to have a tough time trying to put me out. A lot of people underestimate me, but you’ll see on August 3 that I’m a heavyweight to be reckoned with.
“The main thing that I’ve seen from Kownacki is that he throws a lot of punches. He throws a bunch of punches. You just keep throwing punches and one of them is going to land and that’s what I see from him.
“Oefenkamp is gaan groot. I’m loving it. I’m learning a lot of new tricks of the trade and working on the old things also. I’m looking forward to this fight because the things that I’ve been working on with Joe Goossen, are going to come out in this fight.
“I’m going to be in the best shape possible on August 3. I’m saying it now, if I lose, I’m retiring. But I’m not going to lose. I’m coming guns blazing to get this win.”
ANDER Berto
“I started my career right here in New York after the Olympics and it always feels great to be back. This is going to be a great night of fighting. This is great event with a lot of fighters I know well, but this is going to be my show. Ek gaan 'n wonderlike vertoning lewer.
“Miguel Cruz I just found out is from Florida and basically my hometown. So it just got real personal and it’s going to be explosive.
“Aan die einde van die dag, I’ve never stopped working. I’m in fight shape right now. This is a lifestyle for me. I don’t care what Miguel Cruz’s plans are. I have too much to fight for me to lose.
“You have to find different levels of motivation for yourself for every fight. Whether its family or whatever it is. I have my new baby girl, I lost my dad. So it’s coming from a lot of different areas right now.
“I’m going to be a whole other animal on August 3. I know what’s been going on in his camp and I know how his sparring is going. So I hope he just stays focused.
“I’m just looking to go out and put on a show. I’m looking forward to going out there and just making it happen. It’s going to be big. I’ve done a lot within the last few months. Any great performance I come back with puts me in contention.
“I’ve had a lot happen in my life in the last year. A lot of great things and some tragedies. I believe that I’m really in a position where everything is bottled up and I can’t wait to let it out on August 3.”
MIGUEL CRUZ
“It’s going to be fireworks and we’re going to bring the house down. I expect both of us to have amazing performances, but especially myself.
“I’m coming for Andre Berto and then I’m looking at Keith Thurman and that world title. I’m ready to leave it all in the ring. I have nothing to lose. I’m going to show that I’m a very dangerous man.
“This is a new era of boxing. That’s the nature of the game. One day I’ll be the old lion. This is just what happens. It’s going to happen to Andre Berto on August 3.
“I don’t have any real personal feelings towards him. I’m very focused on my mission, so if he wants to get personal I believe it’s going to cause him to make mistakes. I believe that it’s going to be a disadvantage in many different ways. I’m going to continue my training camp in the way I’ve been doing it.
“We did grow up in the same area relatively so it does spark up that inner city rivalry. I think that’s how he feels. And it’s fine. I know a lot about him and he doesn’t know much about me. I feel like I have a lot of advantages in this fight. I feel like I have the youth, the strength, and the power to do a lot of damage in this fight. I feel like he’s underestimating me, he’s going to make some mistakes and get emotional.
“I’m sure I’ve sparked a little fire in him and he’s going to train harder but that’s not going to change the fact that his mind isn’t really prepared for exactly what’s going to happen.
“I already feel like Brooklyn is my home and I’m going to make it my home going forward. I like the warmth that I feel from the fans and I especially know there’s going to be a lot of Puerto Rican support for this one. There’s going to be three stellar fights and I plan on stealing the show.”
MARCUS BROWNE
“I just want to thank everyone for allowing me to display my talents on this stage. I’m going to be in the best shape possible. I’m coming in shape for 15 rondes.
“I am always going to be underestimated in a sense, especially to a veteran like Pascal. He has to keep himself in the fight and the only way to do that is to downplay what I do. Come August 3, I will just display my talents and take care of business.
“This is a great card. You know Adam always comes with the thunder and excitement. Andre has always been in exciting fights. But when you’re watching my fight, make sure you don’t blink.
“The division has no one else like me. Pascal has fought a lot of great fighters, but he hasn’t faced anyone like me. It’s going to be something he’s never seen before in that ring.
“I am not focused on the future right now. The only thing I am focused on is Jean Pascal, because we won’t get there if we don’t take care of business with him the right way. It’s not about just winning it’s about winning the right way. We are going to focus on him right now and after that it is what it is.
“Jean Pascal always comes to fight and he comes in great shape. But he’s in my way right now. I’m going to knock you out, Ek belowe jou. I’m making sure I’m ready for him. I know exactly what he possesses and we respect that. Augustus 3 it will be my time.
“I remember sparring Jean Pascal and he said I was green. But the fruit is ripe now. He knows what time it is.”
JEAN PASCAL
“Dit gaan 'n groot stryd wees. Marcus is a tremendous fighter who’s going to train very well. We both know we’ll be at our best. I’ve been there and one that before. I’m up for any challenge.
“Marcus is the rookie and I’m the veteran. I’m going to show him who’s the boss.
“This show is very special for me because you will see the two best Haitian boxers on earth in Andre Berto and myself. I hope the big Haitian community in New York shows up to see us.
“I’m one of the best in the world. I always train hard and I’m always ready for a challenge. I know it’s not going to be easy. I don’t take any easy fight at any point in my career.
“I love the sport and I love to display all of my talent. It’s going to be technical fight and a chess match on fight night.
“I’m very happy to be here. I want to thank everyone who made this dream come true for me to fight at Barclays Center. This is a tremendous place to fight and many champions have fought here. I’m going to be part of history.”
BRETT YORMARK, CEO of BSE Global
“I’m excited to kick off another heavyweight fight promotion right here in Brooklyn. This is our 5th event headlined by a heavyweight fight but our first headlined by a heavyweight from Brooklyn.
“Brooklyn loves their heavyweights. Adam is undefeated in eight fights at Barclays and this has certainly become his home and we welcome him back. There aren’t many fighters I know with the grassroots fan base that you have. We’re also excited to have Chris Arreola here for a fight that will have a great atmosphere on August 3.
“We also welcome back Andre Berto and Miguel Cruz for what we know will be an exciting welterweight matchup. I’m also thrilled that Marcus Browne is back for his 13steappearance at our venue. Thank you for being a fixture here and we also welcome Jean Pascal to challenge for your interim title.
“This is our 35ste baklei nag. It’s been an incredible journey and PBC has continued to give us some of the best fights out there. FOX is the biggest platform in the sport of boxing today and we’re happy to have them come here on August 3.”
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Unbeaten Former Champion David Benavidez Scores Second-Round TKO of J’Leon Love, Undefeated Former Champion Luis Nery Earns Dominant Fifth-Round TKO of McJoe Arroyo & Heavyweight Fan-Favorite Chris Arreola Stops Jean Pierre Augustin In Round Three
Former Heavyweight Champion Charles Martin Wins Via Disqualification on PBC Prelims on FS1
Klik HIERfor Photos from Frank Micelotta/FOX Sports (Wagwoord: foxsports)
Klik HIERfor Photos from Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions (Photos added shortly)
ARLINGTON, TX. (Maart 17, 2019) – Errol Spence Jr. retained his IBF Welterweight World Championship in his hometown in front of 47,525 fans with a unanimous decision over four-division world championMikey Garciain the main event of the first Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event Saturday night from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“The motivation fighting in front of my hometown crowd made me feel great,” sê Spence. “These people have supported me since day one and I wanted to put on a good performance for all of them.”
“I really appreciate the love and support of the fans tonight,” Said Garcia. “It’s a great night and all the credit to Errol, he’s a great champion. He’s the truth. He executed his game plan very well.”
The bout started technical, with Spence pumping a consistent jab and attempting to cut the ring off while Garcia was patiently looking for a chance to counter. Garcia had some success early throwing counter left hooks over Spence’s jab, but was never able to get in a rhythm against the busier champion.
“He came out here with a good game plan and kept the distance at his favor,” Said Garcia. “I couldn’t get my rhythm going and he did what he had to do. I tried to make adjustments and he kept executing.”
In die vierde ronde, Spence dominated most of the action before Garcia made a late surge and forced Spence into a defensive crouch for the final moments of the round. Garcia kept that energy going early in round five, putting Spence on the defensive temporarily before he regained his momentum and returned to connecting on powerful straight lefts.
Spence increased his body-punching as the fight went on and looked to wear down the fighter who was moving up in weight. Garcia began bleeding from his nose in round eight, at which point Spence increased his output and landed 35, 29, 34 en 25 punches in rounds nine through 12 onderskeidelik, according to CompuBox.
“Throughout training camp, a lot of commentators thought he was too smart and I couldn’t box as well as him,” sê Spence. “I showed I can box and I can move my head if I want to. The game is to be smart, it’s the sweet science. I had the size and reach advantage, so why not use it to take away the jab? It’s a weapon for me and it takes away one of his weapons.”
“I was able to hold my own,” Said Garcia. “I felt good and I felt strong myself. I think he felt my power, but he definitely has power also.”
While Garcia showed his mettle in making it the distance, Spence was simply too effective, with one judge even scoring round 11 10-8 for Spence. Spence threw a career-high 1082 punches and out landed Garcia by a staggering 345 te 75 marge.
After 12-rounds of action, all three judges saw the fight for Spence, deur tellings van 120-108 twee keer en 120-107.
“I give Mikey Garcia all the credit for taking this fight,” sê Spence. “Mikey and I put on a great show in front of all these lovely fans. I respect him so much and I appreciate him for stepping up.”
“We just went 12-rounds with a great welterweight champion,” Said Garcia. “That’s a feat no one has done recently. I’m proud of what I was able to do. I have to go back and think about it. I will probably go back to lighter divisions but we’ll have to think about it.”
Na afloop van die stryd, Spence declared that he wanted to fight boxing legend and welterweight titleholderManny Pacquiao volgende, who entered the ring after the fight.
“He’s broken records here before, he’s a legend in the sport and it’d be my honor to fight him next,” sê Spence.
“Ja, why not?” het Pacquiao gesê, when asked about facing Spence next. “We’ll give the fans a good fight. I’m so happy to be here at AT&T Stadium and I hope I will be back here soon.”
In die mede-hoofren, unbeaten former 168-pound world championDavid Benavidez(21-0, 18 Uitklophoue) oorheers J'Leon Love (24-3-1, 13 Uitklophoue) to earn a second-round stoppage in their super middleweight matchup.
“It’s a dream come true to fight on this stage in front of these fans,” said Benavidez. “These fans give me the motivation to get up every day and go the extra mile.”
From the opening bell Love sought to crowd the taller Benavidez, but the 22-year-old Benavidez quickly made him pay, landing a powerful left hook that stunned Love. Love was able to last the round, but took more powerful hooks from Benavidez before the bell.
“I expected to knock him out, but when I hit him with the first god shot, I knew he wasn’t going to last,” said Benavidez. “I tried to pace myself, but it wasn’t necessary tonight.”
Benavidez wasted little time in the second round, delivering power shots that put Love on the run. Benavidez caught Love with a clean combo on the ropes that stunned Love and forced referee Laurence Cole to jump in and stop the bout 1:14 in die tweede ronde, as Benavidez began to throw furious combos.
“He was getting his shots off, but I don’t think I was taking too much punishment,” said Love. “I wasn’t out of the game completely but he did catch me with a couple good shots.”
Na afloop van die bout, Benavidez set his sights on WBC Super Middleweight Champion Anthony Dirrell, who was in attendance at the fight.
“I saw Anthony Dirrell with the WBC belt. He can’t call himself champion until he fights me. That’s my belt. I’m going to go get it. It’s mine.”
Additional action featured former bantamweight championLuis Nery (29-0, 23 Uitklophoue) knock down former championMcJoe Arroyo (18-3, 8 Uitklophoue) four times on his way to a fifth-round victory by stoppage in his U.S. debuut.
“We’re two great fighters who were here to put on a show,” said Nery. “That’s what you have to expect from fighters of our caliber. I’m happy to start on the right foot here in my U.S. debut and show everyone I’m still the best at bantamweight.”
Nery stalked Arroyo from the opening bell, throwing big power shots that forced his opponent to fight off his back foot. Met 45 seconds left in round two, Nery scored his first knockdown with a left that stunned him and follow-up combination that put Arroyo on the canvas.
Arroyo was unable to keep the hard-charging Nery from coming forward and again hit the mat late in round three, as a wide left hook hurt Arroyo before he was put down from a flurry that followed. The trouble continued for Arroyo in round four, as he was knocked down twice more in the final minute of the round.
“I never felt like I was dazed or anything, they were just hard punches,” said Arroyo. “I went down but got right back up. If it were up to me I’d have kept going. I have to give respect to my opponent for his performance. This isn’t the end of my career. I’ve seen him fight before but I was surprised by his power. It was his night tonight.”
After the fourth round, Arroyo’s corner stopped the bout, making the official stoppage 10 seconds into round five. Nery dominated the bout, out landing Arroyo 87 te 36, terwyl landing 44 persent van sy krag stoot.
“We’re going to train hard and hopefully by June, we’ll have the belt back,” said Nery. “I want to win back my belt, then unify the division.”
The opening bout on pay-per-view saw heavyweight fan-favoriteChris Arreola (38-5-1, 33 Uitklophoue) score a third-round stoppage over previously unbeatenJean Pierre Augustin(17-1-1, 12 Uitklophoue).
“Augustin is a hungry kid who tried to make a name off of me,” Said Arreola. “I lose and I’m out, but I’m not going out. I touched him a couple of times and saw he was hurt. I stayed calm and the stoppage came.”
After blood started pouring from Arreola’s nose towards the end of round two, the Riverside, California-native got off to a quick start in round three, connecting with a straight left that stunned Augustin and nearly sent him to the canvas in the opening seconds.
As the round progressed, Augustin tried to hold and move to regain his composure, but was eventually caught with a flurry in the neutral corner that put him on the canvas. While he got up and was able to continue, another flurry in Augustin’s corner, including a big overhand left, eventually forced referee Neal Young to stop the fight 2:03 in die derde ronde.
“Every fighter feels like they can continue, maar dit is wat dit is, it’s out of my control,” said Augustin. “I was more stunned than hurt, but he jumped on me and finished.”
In the dominant final round Arreola landed 18 van 30 krag stoot, compared to just three punches landed in the round by Augustin.
“Ek is mal veg,” Said Arreola. “We’re both were trying to beat each other up and I love it. I’m blessed to be a fighter.”
Voorafbetaal, PBC Prelims on FS1 featured former heavyweight championCharles Martin (26-2-1. 23 Uitklophoue) winning via disqualification against previously unbeatenGregory Corbin(15-1, 9 Uitklophoue) in the eighth-round of their showdown. After deducting a point from Corbin in rounds four, five and six because of low blows, referee Mark Calo-oy stopped the bout in round eight after another low blow. The official time of the disqualification came 53 seconds into round eight.
“I don’t think he really wanted to fight, he wanted to hit me low and see how much he could get away with,” sê Martin. “I could sense that he didn’t want to engage anymore.”
“Dit is wat dit is, I thought I was hitting him on the belt,” said Corbin. “We wanted to go to the body, I thought he was tired. I hurt him once, but the low blows did it for me.”
“We’re going to get back in camp, take a few days off and then get back to work,” sê Martin. “We’re staying busy in 2019.”
The event was promoted by Man Down Promotions and Garcia Promotions, in association with TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports
