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SERGEY LIPINETS: “WE NEVER MISSED A BEAT IN PREPARATION, EVEN WITH OPPONENT CHANGE”

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Tidligere verdensmester Lipinets kamper ubeseiret
Custio Clayton for Interim IBF Welterweight Title
Live på SHOWTIME® Lørdag, Oktober 24 Overskrift a
Premier Boxing Champions-begivenhet

NEW YORK (Oktober 20, 2020) – Even with a change in date and then opponent, tidligere verdensmester Sergey Lipinets remains supremely confident in his training camp and overall preparations as he prepares to take on unbeaten Custio Clayton for the Interim IBF Welterweight Title live on SHOWTIME this Saturday, Oktober 24 (9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT) headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event.

“We never missed a beat in preparation, even with the opponent change,”Sa Lipinets. “My fight with Kudratillo Abdukakhorov was on and off for so long that I already had an idea that he was going to be forced to back out, so I wasn’t shocked. I don’t really care, skjønt. Whoever I have to fight I’m ready to fight, so I didn’t consider backing out of fighting for even one second.”

Lipinets credits his trainer, the renowned Joe Goossen, for helping his fighter mentally through the changes, in addition to the physical training they have undertook heading into the fight.

“Having Joe Goossen is like having a psychiatrist as well as a trainer,”Sa Lipinets. “He’s been extremely helpful about how to approach all of this. Joe helped me stay calm and understand that something good can always come from a bad or difficult situation, and because of that, I never lost focus.”

Clayton is a Canadian Olympian with an unblemished pro resume heading into this showdown. While Lipinets notes that there are differences in the fighting styles between Abdukakhorov and Clayton, none of it changes his intent on October 24.

“I know that Clayton has a great amateur background,”Sa Lipinets. “I’ve checked out his style, and the main difference is that Abdukakhorov is more active and Clayton is more accurate. Abdukakhorov is also a little more aggressive and Clayton is more patient.

“I don’t think one is tougher or easier than the other. I think that anyone fighting at this level is a difficult opponent. Abdukakhorov moves around more and can be more awkward with the different styles he uses. Both are very tough guys, but I’m ready for Clayton and focused only on him at this point.”

Despite his sole focus on Clayton, Lipinets knows that this fight brings a big opportunity to make a loud proclamation to the rest of the stacked welterweight division with a big performance to capture the interim IBF title.

“I’m prepared to make one statement – I belong here,”Sa Lipinets. “I want to fight the best. I want to make my imprint on this sport and build my legacy. I’ve had to do it the hard way, but I’m not complaining. I fought for my first championship in just my 13th pro fight. I believe that I belong right there at the top of this sport. People need to start mentioning my name with the top guys and after this fight they’ll have to. You can’t look past me anymore.”

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OM LIPINETS VS. CLAYTON
Lipinets vs.. Clayton will see former world champion Sergey Lipinets face unbeaten Custio Clayton til Interim IBF Welterweight Title headlining action live på SHOWTIME lørdag, Oktober 24 fra Mohegan Sun Arena i Uncasville, Conn. i et arrangement presentert av Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION-sendingen starter kl 9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT og vil se ubeseiret konkurrent Xavier Martínez kjemp hardtslående Claudio “The Matrix” Marrero i en 12-runde WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator i co-main event. Stiger super lett Malik “Iceman” Hawkins vil duellere knockout-artister Subriel Matías i et 10-runde oppgjør for å starte TV-aksjonen.

Arrangementet promoteres av TGB Promotions, Lee Baxter-kampanjer og Mayweather-kampanjer.

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SERGEY LIPINETS TRENINGSCAMP-KVOTER

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“Jeg vil ha en plan for hva han bringer til bordet og få seieren, men jeg må!"

Tidligere verdensmester Lipinets kamper ubeseiret
Kudratillo Abdukakhorov for Interims IBF Welterweight-tittel
Live på SHOWTIME® Lørdag, Oktober 24 Overskrift a
Premier Boxing Champions-begivenhet

NEW YORK – Oktober 8, 2020 – Tidligere verdensmester Sergey Lipinets har ikke latt noe, det være seg pandemien eller en endring i kampdatoen, distrahere ham fra forberedelsene til kampen mot ubeseiret Kudratillo Abdukakhorov,mens de kjemper for midlertidig IBF Welterweight Title headlining action live på SHOWTIME lørdag, Oktober 24 (9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT) i et arrangement presentert av Premier Boxing Champions.

”Jeg tok endringen i dato som en mester, og jeg vil gjøre det samme i oktober 24 det ville jeg ha gjort 10. oktober, ”sa Lipinets. «Jeg er veldig sterk mentalt, så det er egentlig ikke noe problem med tidsendringen. Treningsleiren har gått bra, og jeg er 100% klar for denne. Jeg har jobbet med Joe Goossen og sparret med mange flotte krigere, inkludert Rashidi Ellis og Ronald Cruz.

Den 31 år gamle Lipinets krediterer den anerkjente treneren Goossen for prestasjonsnivået han har vist i ringen de to årene de har jobbet sammen. Forbundet mellom Lipinets og Goossen fulgte Lipinets løp på 140 pund, som så ham beseire Akihiro Kondo for IBF Super Lightweight Championship på SHOWTIME i 2017 før han mistet tittelen ved avgjørelse til Mikey Garcia året etter.

“Min progresjon tilskrives helt å jobbe med Joe Goossen,”Sa Lipinets. «Det er som å gå fra en videregående utdanning, deretter til college, og nå føler jeg at jeg er på utdannet. Jeg har lært mer med Joe enn i hele min forrige gang i sporten.

“Joe Goossen har lært meg mye om kortspillet og arbeidet på innsiden. Han har også hjulpet meg med sidebevegelsen og gjorde meg langt mer holdbar. Alt sammen kombinert med at kraften min øker kl 147 pounds. Jeg er klar til å vise alt 24. oktober. "

Lipinets la til to knockout-seire i hovedboken sin i 2019. I mars stoppet han todivisjonsmesteren Lamont Peterson i en minneverdig ildkamp før han sprengte ut Jayar Inson i andre runde i juli. En seier i oktober 24 setter ikke bare Lipinets i kø for vinneren av kampen mellom IBF og WBC Welterweight Champion Errol Spence Jr. og todivisjonsmester Danny Garcia, men vil også bidra til å styrke sin plass blant de beste i den stjernespekkede 147 pund vektklassen. Men, disse potensielle høyprofilerte matchups tar ikke noe bort fra hans fokus på vei inn i hans kommende kamp.

"Jeg tenker egentlig ikke på de andre toppkjørerne i veltervekt som Errol Spence Jr., Manny Pacquiao, Danny Garcia, Keith Thurman, Shawn Porter eller Terence Crawford,”Sa Lipinets. “For å komme til dem, Jeg må vinne i oktober 24. Da vil alt annet falle på plass. De beste karene vil kjempe mot meg når de må. Det har vært historien om karrieren min. Ingen har kjempet mot meg fordi de ønsket det, men vanligvis fordi de måtte. ”

Den ubeseirede Abdukakhorov presenterer en utfordring som Lipinets omfavner. Abdukakhorov går inn i denne kampen etter en seier over den tidligere mesteren Luis Collazo i tillegg omfattende amatørerfaring som Lipinets vet vil gjøre ham til en formidabel motstander når de kvadrerer oktober 24.

“Ingen er på toppen av IBF-rangeringene for ingenting,”Sa Lipinets. “Abdukakhorov hadde en vellykket amatørkarriere med mange kamper. Han beveger seg raskt og kjenner seg rundt ringen. Jeg vet at han er tøff, sterk, og han vil gjøre sitt beste for å bli der sammen med meg. Men jeg kommer til å bokse ham, slåss på avstand hvis jeg må, og hoper poeng mot ham. Jeg forventer en stor kamp. Jeg vil ha en plan for hva han bringer til bordet og få seieren, men jeg må!"

OM LIPINETS VS. ABDUKAKHOROV
Lipinets vs.. Abdukakhorov vil se den tidligere verdensmesteren Sergey Lipinets ta på seg ubeseiret Kudratillo Abdukakhorov for den midlertidige IBF Welterweight Title headlining action live på SHOWTIME lørdag, Oktober 24 i et arrangement presentert av Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION-sendingen starter kl 9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT og vil se ubeseiret konkurrent Xavier Martínez kjempe hardtslående Claudio “The Matrix” Marrero i en 12-runde WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator i co-main event. Rising super lightweight Malik "Iceman" Hawkins vil duellere knockout-artisten Subriel Matías i et 10-runders oppgjør for å sparke TV-handlingen.

Arrangementet promoteres av TGB Promotions, Top Rank, Inc. og Mayweather Kampanjer.

For mer informasjon besøk www.SHO.com/sports, www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, Følg på Twitter @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing, @TGBPromotions eller bli en fan på Facebook på www.Facebook.com/SHOBoxing
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Tidligere verdensmester Sergey Lipinets kjemper ubeseiret Kudratillo Abdukakhorov om midlertidig IBF-veltertittel

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Live på SHOWTIME® Lørdag, Oktober 24, Headlining en Premier Boxing Champions-begivenhet

Ubeseiret Contender Xavier Martinn i detez Squares Off Against Hard-Hitting Claudio Marrero i WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator i Co-Main Event

Rising Super Lightweight Malik Hawkins Faces Knockout Artist Subriel MatJegsom i TV-åpner kl 9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT

NEW YORK – Oktober 5, 2020 – Tidligere verdensmesterSergey Lipinetsvil ta på seg ubeseiretKudratillo Abdukakhorovtil Interim IBF Welterweight Title headlining action live på SHOWTIME lørdag, Oktober 24 i et arrangement presentert av Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION-sendingen starter kl 9 pm. ET / 6 pm. PT og vil se ubeseiret konkurrentXavier MartJegnesekjemp hardtslåendeClaudio “The Matrix” Marreroi en 12-runde WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator i co-main event. Stiger super lettMalik “Iceman” Hawkinsvil duellere knockout-artisterSubriel MatJegsomi et 10-runde oppgjør for å starte TV-aksjonen.

Lipinets vs.. Abdukakhorov skulle opprinnelig finne sted i oktober 10, men ble omlagt på grunn av en forsinkelse i at Abdukakhorov mottok visumet. Arrangementet promoteres av TGB Promotions, Top Rank, Inc. og Mayweather Kampanjer.

"Sergey Lipinets kunngjorde seg i fjor som en seriøs utfordrer i veltervektdivisjonen og kan komme nærmere toppen av den stablede vektklassen mot den tøffe ubeseiret Kudratillo Abdukakhorov 24. oktober," sa Tom Brown, President av TGB Kampanjer. “I underkortattraksjoner, ubeseiret Xavier Martínez kan tjene en karriere-beste seier over den alltid farlige Claudio Marrero, mens den talentfulle superlette Malik Hawkins og den kraftige Subriel Matías vil kollidere med en sjanse for at vinneren skal kjøre seg opp på 140 pund rangering. Dette er tre jevnt matchede anfall som vil vise oss mye om alle krigerne, mens du unner fans stor handling. ”

“Gitt hva Kudratillo har gått gjennom for å få denne muligheten, kampen virker lettere,”Sa Carl Moretti, Topprangerende VP for boksoperasjoner. “Men alle vet at det ikke vil være.”

31 år gamle Lipinets (16-1, 12 KOs) vil se ut til å forbli ubeseiret siden vi gikk opp til weltervekt i 2018 og posisjonere seg for ytterligere tittelmuligheter i veltervektdivisjonen. Født i Kasakhstan og representerer Russland, Lipinets bor nå i Woodland Hills, California og er trent av den anerkjente treneren Joe Goossen. Lipinets har satt sammen tre strake seire siden han mistet sin 140 pund tittel til firedivisjonsmesteren Mikey Garcia i mars 2018. Lipinets scoret to seire i 2019, inkludert stopp av todivisjonsmesteren Lamont Peterson i en av årets mest spennende kamper.

Født i Usbekistan og kjemper ut fra Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia, Abdukakhorov (17-0, 9 KOs) er den topprangerte weltervekten på IBF-rangeringen. 27-åringen lagde sitt U.S.. debut i mars i fjor, beseire den tidligere tittelutfordreren Keita Obara ved enstemmig avgjørelse. Abdukakhorov fulgte opp med en bred teknisk avgjørelse triumf over tidligere mester Luis Collazo i oktober i fjor.

Et Mayweather Promotions-prospekt fra Sacramento, Calif., Martínez (15-0, 11 KOs) har trent for denne kampen i Las Vegas, Nev. sammen med tre ganger mester Gervonta Davis. 22-åringen la til tre knockout-seire i rekorden sin i fjor, og har stoppet de siste syv motstanderne mot oktober 24. Martínez slo nylig ut Jessie Cris Rosales i november i fjor, og vil gå opp i konkurranse om å møte Marrero, mens han søker å komme nærmere et tittelskudd.

Den tidligere midlertidige fjærvektmesteren Marrero (24-4, 17 KOs) vil bevege seg opp til 130 pund divisjon etter et langt løp på 126 pund som så ham møte en rekke konkurrenter og økende utsikter. Representerer Santo Domingo, Den dominikanske republikk, Marrero kapret sin midlertidige tittel i april 2017 med en første runde knockout over da ubeseiret Carlo Zambrano. 31-åringen eier også en stopp i første runde av den ubeseirede Jorge Lara i april 2018 og en avgjørelsesseier over fjærvektskonkurrent Eduardo Ramirez i juni i fjor.

Et annet stigende prospekt i Mayweather Promotions-stallen, Hawkins (18-0, 11 KOs), kjemper ut av Baltimore, Maryland og blir trent av Gervonta Davis ’trener Calvin Ford. 24-åringen seiret nylig over den ubeseirede Darwin Price i desember av TKO i femte runde. Hawkins var opptatt i 2019, plukke opp fem seire totalt etter en 2018 kampanje som fikk ham til å tjene sin første seier på 10 runde ved å slå Raymond Serrano.

Den 28 år gamle Matías (15-1, 15 KOs) går tilbake til handling og ønsker å sprette tilbake fra sitt første karrieretap, et knapt avgjørelsestap for Petros Ananyan i februar i år. Før det, Matías hadde stoppet alt 15 av motstanderne hans som dateres tilbake til hans pro-debut i desember 2015. Oktober 24 blir hans fjerde kamp i USA.

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KEITH THURMAN vs. JOSESITO LOPEZ FIGHT WEEK MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES & BILDER

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Undefeated Welterweight Champion Thurman Makes Long Awaited Ring Return to Defend His Title Against Battle-Hardened Veteran López in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event Saturday, Januar 26 fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn

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BROOKLYN (Januar 23, 2019) – As fight week begins for the first Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event of 2019, weltervekt verdensmester Keith Thurman and veteran contender Josesito López took part in a media workout at Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn on Wednesday before they headline action this Saturday, Januar 26 fra Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.

TV-dekning begynner på 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features additional participants from Wednesday’s workout including rising Polish heavyweight contenderAdam Kownacki og førstnevnte tittel-utfordrer Gerald Washington, who meet in a 10-round attraction, and hard-hitting featherweights Claudio Marrero og Tugstsogt Nyambayar, who meet in a 12-round showdown.

Wednesday’s event also saw unbeaten Brooklyn prospect Chris Colbert, who takes on once-beaten Josh Hernandez in PBC Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes that begin at 6 pm. ET/3 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the show, which is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begynn kl $50 og kan kjøpes på ticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, eller ved å ringe 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgjengelig ved å ringe 844-BKLYN-GP.

Her er hva jagerfly hadde å si onsdag:

KEITH THURMAN

“We’re back in Brooklyn, it’s been a long time and I’m happy. I feel slim and trim. Everything is great headed into Saturday.

“I had a lot of ups and downs, but once we got into camp, we did what we had to do. We slowly improved each day and now we’re ready. It was a slow start, but we’re going to be finishing strong on Saturday.

“When I’m outside of the ring, I’m not the jealous type watching other people perform. But I feel better when I’m here living out my dream. These past weeks, I have just felt so good. I feel fantastic and ready to perform. I’m going to be an active fighter and one of the best welterweights in the world today.

“My ranking, my ‘0’ and my accomplishments haven’t gone anywhere. I’ve been out of sight and out of mind for a little, men jeg er tilbake nå. You can’t block a star from shining. We’re in the galaxy and shining bright.

“I’m definitely interested in a big unification fight with Errol Spence Jr. When I first met Errol at MGM Grand years ago, I told him that it’s nice to meet him and I can’t wait to get in there and scrap it out. I’m humble, but I’m also honest. I’m a man of my word. It doesn’t matter how many years ago that I said it, but from that day to this day, it’s a true statement.”

JOSESITO LOPEZ

“I’m confident in my abilities. Talk is cheap to me. What other people say makes no difference to me. I’ve come here to do a job and I’m going to do it.

“I know that I have a tough task ahead of me, but I also know that I can do it. I can pass this test. I’m ready for it. We’ve prepared right and everything is lined up. We worked hard for 10 weeks and now it’s time.

“It’s hard to say if Keith will be my toughest opponent, but he definitely has a great resume and is a great champion. I’ve fought some great guys but I’m taking this as the most important fight of my career.

“I think that since I started working with Robert Garcia, all of my skills are on par with Keith Thurman. Viktigst, I’m a much smarter fighter than I’ve ever been. I’m always going to be courageous in the ring, but we’ve developed a game plan where I take less unnecessary risks.

“The most important thing in my game plan is for me to dictate the pace. I need to control the ring throughout the fight. I’m prepared for however he brings the fight.”

ADAM Kownacka

“It’s going to be a sea of red and white on Saturday. The Polish fans are unbelievable and I can’t wait to go out there and get a knockout for them.

“I think I’ve improved my speed heading into this fight. Jeg føler stor. It’s been a long camp leading up to this huge card. I have to come out at my top condition. I made a slight statement against Charles Martin, and I’m going to make a bigger one against Gerald Washington.

“I definitely want to outdo the performances of Deontay Wilder and my friend Jarrell Miller against Washington. I want to have bragging rights. I want that knockout.

“Washington has fought contenders, good fighters and a guy I lost to in the amateurs in Nagy Aguilera. He’s proven that he’s game, and I’m expecting the best version of him. Jeg skal være klar.

“Boxing is a skill, not a bodybuilding contest. I proved my conditioning last fight by throwing 70 slår en runde. I’m in ever better shape right and I feel great.”

GERALD WASHINGTON

“We know where we want to be and we know this is a stepping stone to getting back there. I have to take the hard road and this is it. We’re prepared, we’re ready and I’m looking forward to January 26.

“Any of the top heavyweights would be great to fight, men jeg tar det en kamp om gangen. This is going to be an action-packed fight.

“I have the total package. We’ll see everything I learned from my last fights and see if it makes a difference now.

“I know that Kownacki is going to come forward. I know what kind of fighter he is. I didn’t come here to lose. I came here to win and get back on the right track and into contention to win the heavyweight title.

“Styles make fights. I was doing very well in the Deontay Wilder fight, similar to what Tyson Fury was doing. This is a different type of fight. You’re going to see my skills come to life to contain this man.”

CLAUDIO MARRERO

“We went through a very serious, 10-week camp because we know that we’re here to fight a very strong fighter. I’ve taken everything to the fullest each day with intense work in training camp. Jeg er klar.

“We respect our opponent, but he’s coming to our weight division. I’ve been making this weight ever since I was a pro. I sin siste kamp, he was dropped by Oscar Escandon, who’s a very good fighter, but he’s a smaller guy.

“We believe that this is the beginning of something beautiful. I’m going to be at the top of the rankings after this fight. We believe that winning this fight is going to take us back to the top level.

“I understand that this is my time to shine. I’m more focused and dedicated than I’ve ever been and it’s going to show in the ring on Saturday night.”

TUGSTSOGT NYAMBAYAR

“I feel good and strong. I’ve had a great camp and I’m ready for Saturday night. I’m going to give a great show for the fans in my Brooklyn debut.

“I put everything into camp and I’m going to show it in the ring on Saturday night. I’m here to win and show off my athleticism. I believe I can do everything in the ring.

“Claudio Marrero is a good tough contender who’s been at this level for quite some time. He’s a good boxer who can punch, so we prepared for everything. He may have more pro experience, but I believe I have more boxing experience than Marrero. I’ve seen everything throughout the world.

“Now it’s just a matter of cultivating my skills and experience into becoming a world championship fighter. In this fight, I’m going to dictate the style of the fight. It’s going to go down on my terms.”

CHRIS COLBERT

“I’m going to go out there and dominate like I always do. I don’t have any resolutions for 2019. I’m just going to do the same thing and keep being great.

“New year, same me. I’m out here chasing greatness. I’m looking to keep winning and work my way to a world title. I’m not just talk, I’m the real deal.

“I don’t believe that you can be rushed into a world title fight. Jeg er klar. I don’t care if I’m considered a prospect for a contender, I’m just going to show everyone that I’m no fluke. I do this differently.

“I always fight for a cause and this time I’ve got my hair dyed pink for breast cancer awareness. It’s for my mom and all of the other survivors and people going through this.”

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ABOUT PBC ON FOX & Fox Sports: THURMAN VS. LOPEZ
Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes is headlined by the return of WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman defending his title against veteran contender Josesito López on Saturday, Januar 26 live from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™ and the East Coast home of PBC. The event is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment.

Sendingen begynner på 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight Adam Kownacki taking on former title challenger Gerald Washington, plus a 12-round featherweight showdown between Claudio Marrero and Tugstsogt Nyambayar.

PBC Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes begin at 6 pm. ET/3 p.m. PT and will feature junior lightweight prospect Chris Colbert taking on once-beaten Josh Hernandez in an eight-round bout, mer 2016 US-. Olympian Antuanne Russell facing Roberto Almazán in a six/eight round super lightweight attraction, and super welterweight prospect Chordale Booker meeting Juan De Ángel for eight-rounds of action.

Fans kan live streame kampene på FOX Sports-appen, available in English or Spanish through the FOX or FOX Deportes feeds. The fights are available on desktop at FOXSports.com and through the app store, eller tilkoblede enheter inkludert Apple TV, Android TV, Brann-TV, Xbox One og Roku.

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Unbeaten Prospect Stephen Fulton & Welterweight Contender Miguel Cruz Enter The Ring In Separate Undercard Attractions Saturday, Januar 26 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn in Event Presented by Premier Boxing Champions

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Unbeaten Prospect Stephen Fulton & Welterweight Contender Miguel Cruz Enter The Ring In Separate Undercard Attractions Saturday, Januar 26 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn in Event Presented by Premier Boxing Champions

Undefeated Welterweight Champion Keith Thurman Makes Long Awaited Ring Return to Defend His Title Against Battle-Hardened Veteran Josesito Lopez in PBC on FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event

BROOKLYN (Januar 22, 2019) – Unbeaten rising prospect Stephen Fulton and welterweight contender Miguel Cruz will step into action in separate undercard attractions on Saturday, Januar 26 as part of an exciting night presented by Premier Boxing Champions from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.

Cross (17-1, 11 KOs) will take on Colombia’s Luis Florez (24-11, 20 KOs) in a six or eight round welterweight attraction while Fulton (14-0, 6 KOs) faces Colombia’sMarlon Olea (13-3, 12 KOs) in an eight-round super bantamweight showdown.

The event is headlined by the return of WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman defending his title against veteran contender Josesito Lopez in PBC on FOX and FOX Deportes action that begins at 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the show, which is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begynn kl $50 og kan kjøpes på ticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, eller ved å ringe 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgjengelig ved å ringe 844-BKLYN-GP.

Rounding out the card are a trio of unbeaten prospects as Clarksburg, MarylandsMark Duncan competes in a four-round middleweight fight against Daniel Flores, Landover, Marylands Tyrek Irby (5-0, 2 KOs) tar på Jonathan Figueroa in a four-round welterweight attraction and Mychal Teal ut av St. Petersburg, Florida steps into the ring for a four-round battle against Jacob Landin.

The 24-year-old Fulton fights out of Philadelphia and will be making his Barclays Center debut when he steps into the ring Saturday night. Fulton has defeated previously unbeaten fighters in five of his last eight contests and most recently vanquished his most experienced opponent to date in German Meraz last September.

Fighting out of Lake Mary, Florida, Cruz returns to action after losing an exciting duel against Josesito Lopez last April. A member of the Puerto Rican national team as an amateur, the 28-year-old owns victories over then unbeaten fighters in Alex Martin and Samuel Figueroa.

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ABOUT PBC ON FOX & Fox Sports: THURMAN VS. LOPEZ
Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes is headlined by the return of WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman defending his title against veteran contender Josesito Lopez on Saturday, Januar 26 live from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™ and the East Coast home of PBC. The event is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment.

Sendingen begynner på 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight Adam Kownacki taking on former title challenger Gerald Washington, plus a 12-round featherweight showdown between Tugstsogt Nyambayar and Claudio Marrero.

PBC Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes begin at 6 pm. ET/3 p.m. PT and will feature junior lightweight prospect Chris Colbert taking on once-beaten Josh Hernandez in an eight-round bout, mer 2016 US-. Olympian Antuanne Russell facing Roberto Almazán in a six/eight round super lightweight attraction, and super welterweight prospect Chordale Booker meeting Juan De Ángel for eight-rounds of action.

Fans kan live streame kampene på FOX Sports-appen, available in English or Spanish through the FOX or FOX Deportes feeds. The fights are available on desktop at FOXSports.com and through the app store, eller tilkoblede enheter inkludert Apple TV, Android TV, Brann-TV, Xbox One og Roku.

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KEITH THURMAN TRAINING CAMP QUOTES & BILDER

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“I’m going to show everyone the full package of skills I bring and enjoy every second of it,” – Thurman

Unbeaten Welterweight World Champion Thurman Talks Ring Return & More Before Title Defense Against Josesito Lopez Saturday, Januar 26 i

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Fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL.(Januar 17, 2019) – Welterweight world championKeith “One Time” Thurmandiscussed his anticipated return to the ring as he nears his showdown againstJosesito Lopezthat headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, January 26 from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.

PBC on FOX and FOX Deportes action begins at8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PTand features unbeaten Polish heavyweightAdam Kownacki battling former title challenger Gerald Washington, plus unbeaten featherweight contenderTugstsogt Nyambayar tar på hardtslåendeClaudio Marrero in a 12-round bout.

Tickets for the show, which is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begynn kl $50 og kan kjøpes påticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, eller ved å ringe 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgjengelig ved å ringe 844-BKLYN-GP.

Thurman will return to action on January 26 from a long injury layoff after his most recent fight saw him unify welterweight titles by defeating Danny Garcia in March 2017 ved Barclays Center. Here is what Thurman had to say about his return, Josesito Lopez and more from his training camp at the St. Pete Boxing Club in St. Petersburg, Florida:

How has training camp been going? Have there been any adjustments because of the injury?

“Training camp has been going well. It was a little bit of a slow start after so many months out of the ring, but I’m feeling great as we get closer to the fight. I’m starting to feel more and more like a world-class athlete again. It’s a good feeling working this hard and it reminds me what it’ll take to continue being the champion.”

Do you anticipate any ring rust? Do you think it will be more difficult to feel like yourself physically in the ring, or mentally trusting the injury is healed?

“I don’t think ring rust will be an issue. The only thing that even if this may not be the best Keith Thurman that people have ever seen, we’re focused on getting better and much stronger with each fight. But make no mistake, people will see one of the best welterweights in the world on January 26 at Barclays Center.”

When did you start to feel like you were turning the corner physically? Were you ever worried you wouldn’t be healthy enough to fight?

“You always have to be a little worried about new injuries. There’s nothing wrong with your car until the day it decides to break down. So at the end of the day, it’s always in the back of my mind. I run a lot of miles, so I wonder about my knees. I wonder about my shoulders also. Athletes and their bodies go through a lot of things. But here I go getting right back into things and I’m totally ready to showcase my talents on January 26.”

What kind of challenges does Josesito pose? What makes him a difficult opponent for you coming off a layoff?

“Josesito is experienced. He’s a busy fighter with good reach. He likes to mix it up and force his opponents to fight. He also has a new coach in Robert Garcia now, and I know he has a lot of confidence in his abilities. Josesito has been through ups and downs in his career, but he’s back on an upswing at the moment. Then he pinpointed me and called me out. So I’m looking forward to the challenge.”

What are you looking to show in this fight? How do you control your emotions and make sure you don’t press too much?

“I’m going to show my versatility in the ring. I’m going to show Josesito what it’s like to be in the ring with me. He might think it’s just all about my power, but I’ll show him what none of his sparring partners could. I’m going to show everyone the full package of skills I bring and enjoy every second of it.”

How do you see this fight looking stylistically?

“I like to let my opponent show me how the fight is going to go. I’ve thought many times that my opponents would do something specific, but then they do something totally different in the moment.

“I’m just prepared for any version of Josesito. I’m ready for him to come at me with punches in bunches, but I’m also ready if he wants to try box more and work behind his jab. I don’t think there’s anything that he’s going to do that I won’t be able to dominate. I’m going to move, trade on the inside, whatever it takes and we’ll see which road to victory looks the easiest.”

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ABOUT PBC ON FOX & Fox Sports: THURMAN VS. LOPEZ

Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes is headlined by the return of WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman defending his title against veteran contender Josesito Lopez on Saturday, Januar 26 live from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™ and the East Coast home of PBC.

The broadcast begins at 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight Adam Kownacki taking on former title challenger Gerald Washington, plus a 12-round featherweight showdown between Tugstsogt Nyambayar and Claudio Marrero.

PBC Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes begin at 6 pm. ET/3 p.m. PT and will feature junior lightweight prospect Chris Colbert taking on once-beaten Josh Hernandez in an eight-round bout, mer 2016 US-. Olympian Antuanne Russell facing Roberto Almazán in a six/eight round super lightweight attraction, and super welterweight prospect Chordale Booker meeting Juan De Ángel for eight-rounds of action.

Fans can live stream the fights on the FOX Sports app, available in English or Spanish through the FOX or FOX Deportes feeds. The fights are available on desktop at FOXSports.com and through the app store, or connected devices including Apple TV, Android TV, Brann-TV, Xbox One og Roku.

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KEITH THURMAN VS. JOSESITO LOPEZ, PLUS ADAM KOWNACKI PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & BILDER

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Welterweight World Champion Thurman Defends Title Against Veteran Contender Josesito Lopez; Undefeated Adam Kownacki Battles Gerald Washington Saturday, Januar 26 in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes from Barclays Center in Brooklyn

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BROOKLYN (Desember 22, 2018) – Unbeaten welterweight champion Keith Thurman and veteran welterweight Josesito Lopez, plus Brooklyn’s undefeated heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki, hosted a press conference Saturday night to discuss their fights on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes taking place Saturday, Januar 26 fra Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.

TV-dekning begynner på 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will see Kownacki battle former title challenger Gerald Washington in a 10-round contest and unbeaten featherweight contender Tugstgogt Nyambayar ta på Claudio Marrero to open the telecast, all leading up to the Thurman vs, Lopez main event.

Tickets for the show, which is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begynn kl $50 og kan kjøpes på ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com, eller ved å ringe 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgjengelig ved å ringe 844-BKLYN-GP.

Here is what the fighters had to say Saturday before going face-to-face in the Barclays Center interview room, prior to the PBC on FOX fight night in Brooklyn:

KEITH THURMAN “I feel great physically. We’re working really hard and just getting back into everything we did before the injury. It feels tremendous and I’m so happy to be able to do this back in Brooklyn. Januar 26, you will see the return of the number one welterweight in the world. I need to come back and stay active and healthy. I’m going to remind everyone this year why I’m one of the baddest men on the planet. På slutten av dagen, I’m here to make a statement that ‘One Time’ er tilbake. I have one belt, and I’m missing one belt. I’m going to re-establish my own accomplishments this year, then go from there. We’re taking it one fight at a time. Right now my eyes are set on Josesito Lopez.”

“I’m a world-class fighter. I’ve fought through injuries my whole career. A real fighter ends up getting addicted to the game. There’s nothing better in this life than being under those lights and being part of the action. My legacy is not over. Unification against Danny Garcia was not enough for me. Til syvende og sist, I’m just waiting to be presented with a man who is better than me. There might not be one, but I’m not afraid to let my ‘0’ go. “I need fights like this against a guy like Josesito Lopez. He’s going to be there and give the fans a great fight. He’s coming to take me out. He looked like he was in shape a month ago when I first saw him. “It’s been a long time and I’m truly honored to be back. It’s been hard for me to not be in the ring while I wait for the elbow to recover. I’m so happy to be back.”

JOSESITO LOPEZ “I’m really excited to be here tonight. Keith Thurman is a world-class, elite fighter and I’m going to make the most of this opportunity. I’ve been in this position before and I’ve never shied away from big battles. This is another big one and I’m going to be ready for it and become world champion.”

“I’m sure Keith Thurman is as strong and skilled as anyone I’ve ever faced. He’s undefeated for a reason. I give him his respect for that. I’m preparing for him to be the best fighter I’ve ever faced. We’re both experienced fighters who have fought world class competition. I’ve faced my share of tough heavy punchers. I’ve pretty much seen it all. Come January 26, we’re going into deep waters and we’ll see how each of us reacts.”

“No matter how active Thurman has been, the importance of this opportunity doesn’t change. If anything we might see a better and healthier Keith Thurman than we’ve seen in years. I’m expecting the best Keith Thurman there is. I’m going in against one of the toughest welterweights out there. I don’t need anyone to believe in me but myself. I’m going to give it my all to come out with that title.”

ADAM Kownacka “Januar 26 is going to be a great night. Hver gang jeg slåss, it’s very exciting. I throw a lot of punches and bring the pressure. Gerald Washington is going to be a tough test, but if I get through him, I’m even closer to a title shot. That’s the ultimate goal.”

“It’s a little bit of a fairytale story. I was just a little kid from Brooklyn wearing the Golden Gloves and now I’m fighting at Barclays Center. It’s a whole new environment. Hopefully next year I’m the main event. That’s the goal and it’s going to be a dream come true. I have to keep working hard to achieve it.”

“I think when I fought Iago Kiladze, he was also a runner who could box. I managed the ring very well with him so I’m looking to do the same with Washington and punish the body. The taller they are the harder they fall. Gerald Washington is a tough exam. He’s a former title challenger and I know he’s going to bringing his A-game. My goal is to become the heavyweight champion of the world and in order to do that I have to get by Washington. That’s what I plan on doing.”

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Undefeated Welterweight Champion Keith Thurman Makes Long Awaited Ring Return to Defend His Title Against Battle-Hardened Veteran Josesito Lopez Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Saturday, Januar 26 Fra Barclays Center i Brooklyn

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Also in Action! Unbeaten Adam Kownacki Faces Gerald Washington in Heavyweight Attraction & Unbeaten Featherweight Contender Tugstgogt Nyambayar Battles Claudio Marrero

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BROOKLYN (Desember 18, 2018) – Undefeated WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith “One Time” Thurman returns to the ring after a lengthy injury layoff to defend his title against veteran Josesito Lopez på lørdag, Januar 26 live in primetime in the main event o Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.

TV-dekning begynner på 8 pm. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will see a co-feature featuring fast-rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki as he clashes with former title challenger Gerald Washington in a 10-round battle and unbeaten featherweight contender Tugstgogt Nyambayar kamper Claudio Marrero to open the telecast.

Tickets for the show begin at $50 og kan kjøpes på ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com,eller ved å ringe 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppe rabatter er tilgjengelig ved å ringe 844-BKLYN-GP.

“There is a high level of anticipation and intrigue surrounding the ring return of welterweight champion Keith Thurman, and Josesito Lopez will certainly provide some answers about where Thurman is after nearly two years out of the ring,’’ said Tom Brown, President av TGB Kampanjer. “Adam Kownacki and Gerald Washington have the opportunity to show exactly where they stand in the resurgent heavyweight division. Both of them are big heavyweights who love to throw power shots. Nyambayar and Marrero are guaranteed to add fireworks to an already thrilling show. It’s the kind of night that will have fans on the edge of their seats.’’

“I speak for boxing fans everywhere when I say we are eagerly anticipating Keith Thurman’s return to the ring,” said Brett Yormark, CEO of BSE Global. “He has experienced great success at Barclays Center, so it’s fitting that he will lead off a strong year of BROOKLYN BOXING programming in 2019. I also look forward to seeing local favorite Adam Kownacki, who always comes with a strong contingent of loud fans.”

Thurman (28-0, 22 KOs) made a steady rise through the welterweight ranks and reached the pinnacle with hard-fought victories over Shawn Porter and Danny Garcia at Barclays Center,the latter of which earned him a WBC crown in addition to his WBA title. But a string of injuries has sidelined him for nearly two years, calling into question his place amongst the 147-pound elites. The 30-year-old Thurman, who is still the reigning WBA welterweight champion, is looking to regain his top-tier status in the division starting with Lopez.

Thurman, who lives and trains in Clearwater, Florida, enters the ring for the first time since a split decision victory Garcia on March 4, 2017.

“I’m extremely excited to step back into the ring,’’ said Thurman. “It’s a little nerve-wracking considering the time off and because I want to have a tremendous performance. I want to speak more with my hands more than my words and quiet the naysayers who think that Keith Thurman has lost his passion and skills in boxing. I believe I’m the best welterweight in the division and in the world and I hope to showcase that on January 26 with a knockout. The best fights in the welterweight division have involved Keith Thurman and that will continue to be the case. I’m looking forward to having a tremendous year and showing why I’m number one.”

The 34-year-old Lopez(36-7, 19 KOs) is looking to thwart Thurman’s plans to regain his lofty position in the 147-pound division. Nicknamed “The Riverside Rocky’’ because of his all-action style, the Riverside, California-native has stepped into the ring against some of the best boxers of this generation. He has rattled off three straight victories since suffering a TKO loss to former welterweight champion Andre Berto in 2015. Lopez is coming off a unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Miguel Cruz on April 28 live on FOX.

“I’m approaching this fight leaving no stone unturned as I prepare to take that world championship,’’Lopez said. “I’ve set up training camp with altitude, chasing chickens,chopping wood – really into putting in the work. Overall the layoff will affect him and there could be a little hesitation, but we’ll see come fight night. The improvements that I’ve made with Robert Garcia the last couple of years will come into play. They’ve strengthened my qualities and I can’t wait to show it to the world.”

Kownacki (18-0, 14 KOs) has risen through the heavyweight ranks with a tough-as-nails brawling style that produced a string of knockout victories and exciting showdowns. His knockout streak ended at four in his last fight when he scored a unanimous decision victory over former heavyweight champion Charles Martin on Sepember 8. Kownacki, who was born in Lomza, Poland and now lives in Brooklyn, will be fighting at Barclays Center for a third straight time and the eighth time overall.

“Living in Brooklyn this is like a home game for me,” said Kownacki.” I’ve had some of my best performances at Barclays Center and I can’t wait to step into the ring against Gerald Washington and showcase myself on PBC on FOX. There is nothing better to start off the year than with a knockout and that’s what I plan on doing on January 26 ved Barclays Center. I hope all my fans will come out like they always do and have the arena in white and red.’’

Washington (19-2-1, 12 KOs) is a 6-foot-6 heavyweight who has been able to use his athletic ability to power his way past most of the opponents he faces. That athleticism will pose a challenge to Kownacki, who could be facing the toughest fight of his career.The 36-year-old Washington of Vallejo, California is a former college football standout at the University of Southern California and a U.S. Navy veteran who has challenged Deontay Wilder for his championship. He is coming off a unanimous decision victory over John Wesley Nofire in his last fight on June 10.

“I can’t wait to show everything I’ve been working on,’’ said Washington, “Boxing is a sport of truth. It brings the truth to light and it exposed my truth and what I needed to work on. You have to be able to adjust and be comfortable in every situation. You have to be ready for what’s to come. I’m expecting a hard fight from him. He’s a bruiser. He’s tough and he loves to fight. He’s in his hometown and he’s ready and he’s going to bring it, but I’m ready to position myself to fight again for a world title.’’

Nyambayar (10-0, 9KOs) has made a rapid ascent through the talent-laden featherweight division with precision and power. The 26-year-old Nyambayar, who is from Ulan-Bator Mongolia and now lives in Carson, California, won a silver medal in the 2012 London Olympics as a member of the Mongolian boxing team. He scored a KO victory over Oscar Escandon in his last fight on May 26.

Marrero (23-2, 17KOs), a 29-year-old southpaw from Santo Domingo, Den dominikanske republikk, is coming off a stunning KO victory over Jorge Lara in his last fight on April 28.Marrero two losses have come against former featherweight champion Jesus Cuellar in 2013 and Jesus Rojas in 2015. A victory over Nyambayar will putMarrero in position to fight for a world title again.w

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Josesito Lopez Defeats Miguel Cruz by Unanimous Decision in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event Saturday Night from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas

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Former World Champion Anthony Dirrell Drops Abraham Han on His Way to Unanimous Decision Victory

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Claudio Marrero Scores Sensational First Round Knockout Over

Previously Unbeaten Jorge Lara

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STEP, TX. (April 28, 2018) – Rugged veteran contender Josesito Lopez (36-7, 19 KOs) won a unanimous decision over Miguel Cruz (17-1, 11 KOs)in a welterweight attraction that headlined Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday night from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas.

 

 

 

 

“I beat a great undefeated fighter tonight and I was able to out class him,” Said Lopez. “I have some boxing ability clearly. I used my skills tonight. I felt that I dominated the pace, out worked him and I never let him do anything that hurt me.”

 

 

 

 

“Josesito was stronger than I thought,” said Cruz. “I took a little too long to get off and get going and it cost me.”

 

 

 

 

The action began to heat up in round three as Lopez broke through and began landing flush on Cruz to the head. Lopez controlled the action against Cruz on the ropes and when the real estate shifted to the middle of the ring.

 

 

 

 

Cross, who stated before the fight that attacking the body would be key, was twice deducted points by referee Rafael Ramos for low blows, once in round five and again in round six. This forced Cruz to abandon his predominant strategy.

 

 

 

 

“I didn’t agree with the calls on the low blows,” said Cruz. “I didn’t get a chance to work the body like I wanted. That was the plan coming in. They took it away from me.

 

 

 

 

“This is just another step in my journey. I didn’t get hurt or anything. I just need to get better in the gym and keep working combinations. I just have to get better.”

 

 

 

 

Under the guidance of renowned trainer Robert Garcia, Lopez boxed effectively and worked through the body attack and low blows to consistently win rounds and keep Cruz’s offense mostly at bay. Etter 10 runder, judges ruled in favor of Lopez by scores of 98-90 og 99-89 to ganger.

 

 

 

 

“I think the biggest difference has been Robert Garcia in my corner,” Said Lopez. “He has me living a healthier lifestyle and that played a big part in my victory. I have an elite trainer who is training me like an elite fighter. I was one step behind in the past, but now I think I’ve made up that distance and then some.

 

 

 

 

“Welterweight has a lot of good fighters, but I know I can compete with them. I’m a fan-friendly fighter who’s always going to leave it all in the ring.”

 

 

 

 

The co-main event saw former world champion Anthony Dirrell (32-1, 24 KOs) drop El Paso’s Abraham Han (26-4, 16 KOs) on his way to a unanimous decision in their 10-round super middleweight contest.

 

 

 

 

 

“I thought I did well tonight boxing him for 10 runder,” Said Dirrell. “I didn’t think I lost a round. Two of the judges thought so but I can’t do anything about that. Jeg gjorde det jeg skulle gjøre.

 

 

 

 

“Han has an incredible chin. He took everything I gave him. I even went to the body and gave it to him there. I was trying to go the body until the end but he still stood up. All I could do was keep pressuring him and get the victory.”

 

 

 

 

Greeted by a chorus of boos upon entering the ring, Dirrell sent the hometown fighter to the canvas with a right hand to the head late in round one as the bell rang. Han tried to use his movement, switching stances and tying Dirrell up to frustrate his opponent, and had some success as the two men wrestled each other to the canvas in the waning moments of round four and continued to push and shove on the ground until they were broken up by referee Laurence and sent to their corners.

 

 

 

 

Han was able to occasionally land clean punches, but nothing that ever disrupted the attack from Dirrell, who was too consistent and sharp with his power punches. Han believed that his lack of an effective jab hurt him in this fight.

 

 

 

 

“I wasn’t happy with my performance,” said Han. “I couldn’t get my jab going at all. If I had been more effective with that I think I would have been able to win more rounds.”

 

 

 

 

Etter 10 rounds of action, all three judges score the bout in favor of Dirrell by scores of 100-89 og 99-90 to ganger. Dirrell, a former titleholder at 168-pounds vowed that he plans to fight one more time, for a world title.

 

 

 

 

“The champions at 168-pounds better look out,” Said Dirrell. “It’s going to be my last fight but I’m hungry to win another title.”

 

 

 

 

The opening bout of the telecast saw exciting featherweight contender Claudio Marrero (23-2, 16 KOs) deliver a stunning one punch knockout of Jorge Lara (29-1-2, 21 KOs) in the first round of their featherweight bout.

 

 

 

 

“I knew he would be aggressive and we worked very hard in training camp to achieve this,” said Marrero. “I saw my opportunity and I knew that it was over once I connected.”

 

 

 

“I just got caught with a great punch,” Said Lara. “I wanted to be aggressive and give the fans a great show. It didn’t go my way. I’ll be back and I’ll be better. I’m going to get back to work and keep pushing toward my goals.”

 

 

 

Lara charged forward in the opening seconds, but was caught by a perfect left hook from Marrero during one of the early exchanges in the fight and was sent to the canvas. While he tried to get to his feet, he was clearly hurt as referee Rocky Burke halted the bout 33 seconds into the opening round.

 

 

 

 

“This was a message to the whole division,” said Marrero. “I’m a championship-caliber fighter and I showed it again tonight. I’m ready to take on every champion out there. I want the best challenges and I proved tonight that I’m able to beat anyone. I have all the skills and I can’t wait to show them off against the best.”

 

 

 

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Fans kan live streame kampene på FOX Sports GO, available in English or Spanish through the FOX or FOX Deportes feeds. Kampene er tilgjengelige på skrivebordet på FOXSportsGO.com og gjennom appbutikken, eller tilkoblede enheter inkludert Apple TV, Android TV, Brann-TV, Xbox One og Roku. I tillegg, alle programmene er også tilgjengelige på FOX Sports på SiriusXM-kanalen 83 på satellittradioer og på SiriusXM-appen.

 

 

 

 

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Josesito Lopez vs. Miguel Cruz, Anthony Dirrell vs. Abraham Han & Jorge Lara vs. Claudio Marrero Tripleheader Lørdag, April 28 Live on FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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STEP, TX. (April 25, 2018) – Rugged veteran Josesito Lopez og ubeseiret Miguel Cruz faced-off Thursday and discussed their upcoming showdown Saturday, April 28 as part of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas.

 

 

 

Also squaring-off Thursday and competing in PBC on FOX and FOX Deportes action that begins at 8:30 pm. OG / 5:30 pm. PT were former world champion Anthony Dirrell and El Paso’s Abraham Han, who meet in a 10 round super middleweight clash, and featherweight brawlers Jorge Lara og Claudio Marrero, who compete in a 10 runde kampen.

 

 

 

Tickets for the show, som er fremmet av TGB Kampanjer, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

 

 

 

Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from Don Haskins Center:

 

JOSESITO LOPEZ

 

 

 

“I’m well prepared for this fight, I’ve had a great camp with Robert Garcia. I have a tough unbeaten opponent who’s really good. I just have to prove I’m better on Saturday night.

 

 

 

“I’m so excited to be finally fighting in Texas and I’ve gotten so much love and support already from this city. I can’t wait to give these fans a show.

 

 

 

“This is the kind of fight that I can really display my skills. I’m going to show everyone the same heart that I always do, combined with some skills that Robert Garcia has helped get.

 

 

 

“I’m going to be prepared for anything on Saturday. Cruz is unbeaten and that brings its own kind of mentality. I know I have what it takes to conquer this challenge and fight the best in the division.

 

 

 

“This is going to be a textbook Josesito Lopez performance. I’m going to fight my hardest from bell to bell and take this victory home with me.”

 

MIGUEL CRUZ

 

 

 

“El Paso has been great to me and I’ve really enjoyed my time here. I’m in this city to fight. I’m here to come and prove myself in this welterweight division.

 

 

 

“I have respect for what Josesito’s done in the game, but at the end of the day, this is the premier division in boxing. I feel I’m one of the best guys at 147 and I’ll be here for a while. I’m going to be a force.

 

 

 

“I know Josesito is bringing the fight and I promise you I’m bringing it as well. I will come out on top. This is a can’t miss fight for sure.

 

 

 

“I have to be smart and execute my game plan round after round. My jab will be key and if I can use that and wear him down to the body, I think I’ll have a great chance to stop him.

 

 

 

“I know what it takes to win at this level now. I’ve gotten better each fight and I think my time is now. People are going to know my name after Saturday night.”

 

ANTHONY DIRRELL

 

 

 

“I plan on going in there and getting the victory. I know Han is a great fighter who will bring the best out of me. That’s what I need right now.

 

 

 

“Come Saturday it’s going to be just another fight for me. I take everybody seriously. I know that anything can happen in that ring. I prepared well for this fight and I’m ready to get the win.

 

 

 

“Everyone knows that I’m a championship-caliber fighter and I’ll prove it again on Saturday. Etter denne kampen, I’m ready to take on any of the super middleweight champions. I’ll beat any of them.

 

 

 

“I’m the best fighter that he’s ever going to fight and he will see that on Saturday. I’m going to leave no doubt.”

 

ABRAHAM HAN

 

 

 

“I’ve fought in many other people’s backyards so being able to fight here in my hometown is amazing. I turn it up to a different level here. The crowd will give me a big boost in energy and it’s going to help me get the win.

 

 

 

“I hope the sports fans of El Paso come out and watch me put on a great performance. I know the type of challenge I have in front of me, but I also know that I have the skills to pull this off.

 

 

 

 

“This is a great opportunity to show people outside of El Paso what kind of fighter I really am. I have a lot of experience and I’ve fought all over, but I don’t know if I’ve ever been more prepared for a fight.

 

 

 

“Anthony Dirrell is a great champion but I’m a champion of this city. This is my chance to take down a big name and move to the next level of the sport.”

 

JORGE LARA

 

 

 

“I’m going to leave the ring Saturday night with my hand raised. I’ve had a wonderful training camp and I prepared perfectly for this fight. It will show on fight night.

 

 

 

“Marrero better be ready, because I’m going to come at him and look for the kill early. I want to make a statement and I’ll go through him to make it.

 

 

 

“I’m very focused and ready to take home this win on Saturday night. The fans are going to love my style and the heart that I fight with.”

 

CLAUDIO MARRERO

 

 

 

“I hope that Jorge Lara is ready to fight on Saturday night. This is going to be a battle and I know that we’ll both leave everything in the ring.

 

 

 

“I prepared well for this fight because I know that everything is on the line for me. I have to be victorious so I can go on and get where I want to in boxing.

 

 

 

“I’m more skilled and more experienced than anyone that Lara has faced and on Saturday night I’m going to give him lots of problems.”

 

 

 

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