FAIRFAX, VA. (Maggio 11, 2019) - Julian “J-Rock’’ Williamsknew he was walking into the lion’s den when he traveled from Philadelphia to Virginia to face undefeated unified super welterweight champion “Swift” Jarrett Hurd in his backyard. But Williams (27-1-1, 16 KO) wasn’t afraid.
He came. He saw and he conquered Hurd (23-1, 16 KO), scoring a 12-round unanimous decision, handing Hurd his first loss and taking the IBF, WBA and IBO championships before a hometown crowd at the EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University.
The crowd and the primetime audience, which tuned in to FOX and FOX Deportes, witnessed a valiant performance from both Williams and Hurd in what will certainly be a “Fight of the Year’’ candidate. The judges had Williams handily defeating Hurd with scores of 116-111 e 115-112 due volte.
Williams had come up short in his previous attempt at a world title when he was stopped on via TKO by Jermall Charlo in 2016. He was overwhelmed by emotions after his upset victory over Hurd, who was a presumptive favorite over the 29-year-old Williams.
“I am just overwhelmed. This is such a great feeling. I outclassed him. I am one of the best fighters in the world,"Ha detto Williams. “Maybe I wasn’t ready for the title the first time I got the shot. I took the loss. I took it like a man and the whole world doubted me. I went into this fight a five to one underdog.’’
“Questo è un sogno che si avvera. I have been waiting for this for years. I never ditched the gym. I never got into girls or left the gym. I am from the streets, but I was never in the streets. I was in the gym practicing my craft.
“The only people that believed in me were my team, but all I can say is ‘and the new’!”
Hurd is often a slow starter and Williams made him pay for that. He jumped on the defending champion right out of the gate, throwing crisp punches behind a pistol-like jab. Williams dropped Hurd in the second round with a shot to the temple.
“It didn’t really change my strategy. It was just a flash knockdown. It caught me by surprise. I wasn’t really hurt,’’ Hurd said.
Sensing he had stunned Hurd, Williams came out firing in the next round. He picked up the pace and Hurd decided to match the ferocity of the attack rather than wither under it. Midway through the third round, Hurd landed a blistering left uppercut that snapped Williams’ head upward and slowly started to regain his form.
Hurd and Williams went to the trenches in the middle rounds, closing the distance and fighting in tight quarters. Conventional wisdom would seem to favor Hurd in that space, because he is physically bigger than Williams. But Williams did more than hold his own.
By the seventh round, the fight had become a war of attrition and a test of wills. Hurd was cut over his left eye in the eighth round. By then, Williams was completely in control.
Williams said he was well prepared for everything that Hurd threw at him, but it was by no means a cakewalk.
“He wasn’t easier to hit than I thought. He was crafty and he had heavy hands. I just stayed poised. I listened to my coach and I just worked,', ha detto Williams. “He couldn’t hurt me. I saw everything he was throwing. I knocked him down. The game plan was to win however I could. I adapted on the fly. We knew he had certain tendencies and worked on his tendencies. ''
Hurd said he didn’t feel like himself in the fight against Williams. Fighting in front of a raucous hometown crowd filled with family and friends as he hails from nearby Accokeek, Md.
“I wasn’t able to get off. I can’t really call it right now. I have to go back and watch. I was loading up on my shots instead of just letting my hands go,’’ Hurd said. “J-Rock was just the better man tonight. There’s definitely a rematch clause in our contract and I’m going to go for it. I’m going to come back better than I was tonight.’’
Super lightweight sensation Mario Barrios (24-0, 15 KO) scored a devastating second round knockout victory over Juan Jose Velasco (20-2, 12 KO) in co-feature. Barrios of San Antonio, Texas kept his undefeated record intact when he landed a crushing body shot that sent Velasco to the canvas midway through the second round. Referee Hugo Spinola counted out Velasco at 1:16 of the second round as the Argentine was on his hands and knees trying to catch his breath.
Barrios said he was trying to be patient and use his jab to set up the perfect shot.
“I saw him opening up every time he would step in. I knew one of the body shots was going to do it and I found the sweet spot,’’ Barrios said. “We weren’t expecting it to end that quickly. I wasn’t predicting a knock out, but I knew I had the power to do it and stop him.”
“I was very confident. I had a great camp. I can’t thank Virgil Hunter and the team for the preparation for this fight. We knew he was vulnerable with body punches and that was something I work on regardless. It is one of my favorite shots. I have been working on it since the amateurs.”
Barrios said he would build on the victory over Velasco and continue to climb the ladder at 140 libbre.
“I want a world title shot. I am always in the gym. I am always ready. I want all the smoke at 140. I want any of the champions. And I’m ready to bring a big fight to all my hometown fans in San Antonio.’’
In the opening television bout middleweight contenders Matt Korobov of Orotukan, Russia and Immanuwel Aleem of East Meadow, N.Y.. stalked each other for 10 round. They took turns pressing the action and playing the aggressor, dishing out and absorbing the best that each had to offer. In the end Korobov (29-2, 14 KO) and Aleem (18-2-1, 11 KO) had fought to a majority draw. One judge had Korobov winning 97-93 and two judges scored it 95-95.
In the sixth round Korobov landed a combination that rocked Aleem and had him in trouble momentarily. But Aleem weathered the storm. Aleem came out strong in the ninth round, practically running across the ring to meet Korobov, who had slowly raised his 36-year-old body off the corner stool at the last second. Sensing the close nature of the fight, both Korobov and Aleem unloaded and landed some heavy shots seeking to keep the outcome away from the judges’ scorecards.
Aleem said he thought he won the fight.
“I didn’t feel like he was doing enough. I was trying to use my range. He was just touching me. I realized when I started hitting him that he didnt have the gas.,’’ Aleem said. “I am faster than people think. I see open shots better than people expect. I made a statement tonight and I want to keep making statements.”
Korobov , who lost a unanimous decision to Jermall Charlo in his last fight, said he felt sluggish during the match against Aleem.
“I felt heavy and not totally sharp enough. It was hard to react and stop him from going inside. I have things to work on.,’’ Korobov said. “He was tougher than I expected. He wasn’t as strong as Charlo, but he is a really good fighter. He kept coming forward. He wasn’t afraid. He just kept throwing punches.”
Unified 154-Pound Champion Hurd & Top Contender Williams Square-Off Before Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event This Saturday Night from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia Live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT
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ARLINGTON, VA. (Maggio 9, 2019) – Unified 154-pound world champion“Veloce” Jarrett Hurd e concorrente in alto Giuliano “J-Rock” Williams previewed their showdown at a final press conference on Thursday evening before they headline Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes this Saturday night from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia.
Also squaring-off at the press conference and stepping into the ring Saturday in action beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT were unbeaten super lightweight contenderMario “L'azteco” Quartieriand Argentina’sJuan “The Pitbull” JoseVelasco, who meet in a 10-round fight, and middleweight contendersMatt Korobov e Immanuel Aleem, who battle in a 10-round attraction.
Tickets for the event are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com).
Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Arlington, Virginia:
JARRETT HURD
“This has been a great week. This is the homecoming I always wanted. It’s even better than I imagined and I can’t wait to step into the ring.
“You can tell a lot about a fighter when you see them in the lead up to a fight. Julian Williams looks confident and he looks ready. It’s going to be a classic on fight night.
“It’s been fun to have this support from the city and my hometown. It’s fueled me. The love and support motivated me in the gym to make sure I go out there and put on a show.
“I’m a big 154-pounder but I know how to cut the weight and get it off right. We’re still eating and we’ll be strong come fight night.”
JULIAN WILLIAMS
“I really don’t think too much about fighting in his hometown. I’ve fought on the road my whole career. I just focus on the fight, not what’s going on outside of the ring.
“We touched on a lot of different things in training camp. We left no stone unturned. It sounds cliché and I’ve never said this before, but this was the best camp I’ve ever had. I’m ready to go get this win.
“I just see a man over there. His crowd can’t fight for him. That’s all it’s going to be Saturday night.
“The jab is always a key. It’s the most important punch in boxing and it’s the key for me no matter who I fight. I always work with bigger guys in camp so the size is going to be nothing new.”
MARIO BARRIOS
“We focused on being explosive in training camp. Working with Virgil Hunter was great as always. This is a big opportunity and I’m excited to put on a great show for these fans.
“È un combattente affamato. That’s the main thing. He’s tasted defeat and he doesn’t want to again. I’m blocking his path. Sabato sera, he’s not getting past me.
“I’m getting stronger and better every camp. There’s not too much to say, but I’m just looking forward to getting in the ring Saturday.”
JUAN JOSE VELASCO
“The fight against Regis Prograis was very tough and important for me. I want to be champion of the world and it showed me what I need to do to achieve that goal. I’m going to put what I learned on display Saturday.
“We’ve watched him and we know what he’s capable of doing. We know we have to be prepared to get this victory.”
MATT KOROBOV
“I took the fight against Jermall Charlo as a win because people know me better now and know where I stand in this division with my performance on short notice. I’m happy to be back and have this fight. My team did a great job preparing and we’ll be ready on Saturday night.”
IMMANUWEL ALEEM
“My trainer George Peterson has always stressed to train year round. We’re not part time fighters. I’m always in the gym working. When the fight comes, we’re always prepared.
“Korobov is another opponent who’s in my way to becoming a world champion. I’ve gotten some good work with southpaws to get ready for him and I feel fully prepared.
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ABOUT HURD VS. WILLIAMS Hurd vs. Williams pits IBF and WBA 154-pound world champion Jarrett Hurd against top contender Julian Williams in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Maggio 11 from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia.
Unbeaten super lightweight contender Mario “L'azteco” Barrios battles Argentina’s Juan “The Pitbull” Jose Velasco in a 10-round fight and middleweight contender Matt Korobov clashes with Immanuwel Aleem in a 10-round bout as part of televised action beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
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Super Welterweight Champion Tony Harrison & Former Champion Jermell Charlo Set to Meet in Highly Anticipated Rematch Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Sunday, Giugno 23 dal Mandalay Bay Events Center di Las Vegas
Former World Champion Guillermo Rigondeaux Battles Exciting Brawler Julio Ceja in Super Bantamweight Title Eliminator –
La copertura televisiva Begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT
Biglietti in vendita ora!
LAS VEGAS (Maggio 2, 2019) – WBC Super Welterweight ChampionTony “Molto male” Harrisonand former super welterweight championJermell Charlo will step into the ring for a highly anticipated rematch live in primetime Sunday, Giugno 23 in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
Copertura Televised inizia 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT and features former world championFattura “El Chacal” Rigondeaux taking on exciting Mexican contenderLuglio Ceja in a WBC Super Bantamweight world title eliminator.
I biglietti per l'evento, which is promoted by Lions Only Promotions, Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, are on sale now and can be purchased at AXS.com.
Harrison and Charlo’s first encounter took place live on FOX in December as Harrison earned the decision and upset Charlo to earn the title. The close nature of the bout helped warrant an immediate rematch that promises to be just as highly charged and dramatic.
“Tony Harrison and Jermell Charlo showed off their elite talent to the world in their first bout and I anticipate an even more explosive showdown in the rematch on June 23,” ha detto Tom Brown, Presidente di Promotions TGB. “Harrison will no doubt be at his very best again as he looks to establish himself in the championship ranks. Jermell Charlo is certainly more motivated than ever to reclaim his spot atop the 154-pound division. Fans tuning in on FOX and FOX Deportes in primetime and in attendance at Mandalay Bay Events Center are in for an action-packed Sunday night.”
Harrison (28-2, 21 KO) has proven to be “Detroit tough” during a boxing career inspired by early years trained and managed by the late Emanuel Steward. He had to climb back into title contention twice before reaching the top with his unanimous decision victory over Charlo last December.
Harrison was on track for a title shot before suffering the first loss of his career in 2015 to Willie Nelson. After three-straight wins, he earned a shot at the vacant 154-pound title against Jarrett Hurd. Although Harrison had strong moments in the fight, he eventually lost to Hurd and was forced to again climb to the top. After another three victories, including a win over former champion Ishe Smith, Harrison took advantage of his second world title opportunity against Charlo.
“Being a world champion now, I’m excited to defend my title for the first time in this rematch that everyone is looking forward to,” ha detto Harrison. “I think there’s actually more pressure on Charlo, just like last time. It’s just a blessing for me to be fighting on FOX and FOX Deportes Sunday, Giugno 23. Everyone is going to be tuned-in to this fight and we’re going to bring the action to Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, the capital of the boxing world. I plan on doing the exact same thing to Jermell that I did in December. I’m going to get the win, and then I don’t want to hear any more crying or excuses.”
The 28-year-old Charlo (31-1, 15 KO) suffered the first setback of his career with the close unanimous decision loss to Harrison. Combattimento da Houston, Texas, Charlo won the vacant WBC title with a devastating knockout victory over John Jackson in 2016. He made three successful defenses of the title with highlight-reel knockouts over Charles Hatley and Erickson Lubin, plus a majority decision win over former champion Austin Trout.
Charlo is trained in Dallas by Derrick James, who was recognized as the 2017 Trainer of the Year by Yahoo Sports and also works with welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. Charlo is one-minute younger than his identical twin brother, Jermall, who is the WBC interim middleweight champion and a former 154-pound champion.
“I am in a ruthless state of mind. I am upset and this upcoming fight, I am going to give it 110 cento,” Detto Charlo. “I am way hungrier now than I was before. I am not desperate for a win because I know how to win. The judges gave me a bad decision because I didn’t get the knockout, but you don’t have to knock everybody out to beat them. He knows he didn’t beat me. He knows exactly what happened. He knows he can’t beat me. If I have to go in there and prove it again, I will.”
Rigondeaux (18-1, 12 KO) will look to show off the masterful technical skills that made him a unified world champion and perennial member of the pound-for-pound list when he steps into the ring on June 23. A two-time Olympic gold medalist for his native Cuba, Rigondeaux made his name with victories over the likes of Nonito Donaire, Rico Ramos and Joseph Agbeko. The 38-year-old most recently knocked out Giovanni Delgado in January on FS1.
Fighting out of Tlalnepantla, Messico, Sopracciglio (32-3, 28 KO) won an interim world title at super bantamweight in 2015 by stopping Hugo Ruiz in the fifth-round. The 26-year-old would lose the full title to Ruiz in their rematch in 2016, but has won two of three fights since, including a knockout of Anselmo Moreno.
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Heavyweight Contender Andy Ruiz Jr. Defeats Alexander Dimitrenko By TKO After Round Five & Unbeaten Brandon Figueroa Stops Yonfrez Parejo After Eight Rounds to Capture Interim 122-Pound Title
PBC Fight Night Extra on FS1 & FOX Deportes Features Victories for Jeison Rosario & Alfredo Angulo, Plus Still Unbeaten Prospects Karlos Balderas, Omar Juarez & Rolando Romero
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CARSON, CALIF. (Aprile 20, 2019) – L'ex campione di due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia (35-2, 21 KO) caduto Adrian Granados (20-7-2, 14 KO) three times before stopping him in round seven Saturday night in a welterweight showdown that headlined Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
“L'ho detto prima, when Danny Garcia is at his best, nobody can beat him,” ha detto Garcia. “I had gotten a little comfortable in the past, but I put my 110 percent into this fight and when I do, I beat everyone.”
Garcia got his offense started early, deflecting a right hand from Granados in round two and throwing a perfect left hook counter that dropped Granados for the first time in the fight. Granados continued to push and tried to change the tide, but an overhand right at the end of an exchange by Garcia sent Granados down for the second time in round two.
“It felt good landing that big left hook,” ha detto Garcia. “I was proud of my performance. I thought I did a great job tonight.”
“He was very sharp in the exchanges,” said Granados. “That’s where he was catching me. I knew that’s what I had to avoid. But the toughness in me is always ready to go. I was willing to engage.”
Granados tried to find ways to slow Garcia’s momentum, but while trying to crowd Garcia he was too often caught with power punches on the inside. Round four saw Granados begin to bleed heavily from the nose and in round five Granados was dropped for the third time, this time from a combination Garcia delivered while he had Granados on the ropes.
“The way to make a statement tonight was to stop him,” ha detto Garcia. “The game plan was to break him down. I have too many tools. I couldn’t let him hang around with me.
“He wanted to get closer to me and make it a dogfight. But I surprised him when I stood with him and banged to the body. Then I started making him miss and that’s when I stopped him.”
Nel settimo round, Garcia landed 48% of his power punches according to CompuBox, and after buzzing him several times, unleashed a flurry while Granados was on the ropes that forced referee Thomas Taylor to stop the bout 1:33 al settimo round.
“He caught me with some good shots but I really thought I was fine,” said Granados. “I think the referee was a little over-protective. I had a plan to go the whole fight and they stopped me on my feet. I was still catching him with shots. I was still dangerous and looking for a big shot to change the fight. The referee had to do his job though and I understand it.”
Con la vittoria, Garcia will look for more big fights with fellow elite welterweights.
“I hope I didn’t scare Manny Pacquiao away,” ha detto Garcia. “I’d love a rematch with Shawn Porter or Keith Thurman, or a fight with Errol Spence Jr. Sono tornato!” The co-main event featured heavyweight contender and Southern California fan-favoriteAndy “Il distruttore” Ruiz Jr. (32-1, 21 KO) scoring a TKO victory overAlexander Dimitrenko (41-5, 26 KO) after five rounds of action in their heavyweight showdown.
Ruiz flashed the exceptional hand speed that has defined his career, landing hard combinations to the head and body of the taller Dimitrenko. Ruiz stalked Dimitrenko, controlling the center of the ring and picking his spots to unload.
“He started slowing down and I could see the face he made when I hit him with body shots,” said Ruiz. “I just stayed disciplined and focused. I couldn’t get too anxious. I just wanted to break him down until the tree fell down.”
Dimitrenko tried to use his jab to keep Ruiz at bay and was able to cause a welt under Ruiz’s right eye as the early rounds went on. It was not enough to keep Ruiz from coming forward and in round five he began to pile up the punishment, punctuated with hard right hooks that snapped Dimitrenko’s head back.
“We worked on slipping his right hand and coming back with my own,” said Ruiz. “I missed with a few of them but I stayed busy. I focused on just getting the job done.”
After the fifth round, and on the advice of Dimitrenko’s corner, referee Ray Corona stopped the bout before round six could commence. Ruiz was comfortably ahead on all three scorecards and set his sights on another top heavyweight contender for his possible next opponent.
“For my next fight there’s somebody like me, a chubby exciting fighter I want,” said Ruiz. “Adam Kownacki I’m ready, let’s do this.”
The opening bout on FOX saw unbeaten top contenderBrandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa (19-0, 14 KO) earn the Interim WBA Super Bantamweight title by stoppingYonfrez Parejo (22-4-1, 11 KO) after eight rounds of action. Parejo did not answer the bell for round nine, forcing referee Jerry Cantu to stop the bout while Parejo was in the corner.
“This is an amazing feeling and a dream come true,” Detto Figueroa. “I can’t wait for what’s coming next.I thought I was going to finish him the next round. He had lasted pretty well but once I put the pressure up to another level, I knew he wouldn’t be able to continue.”
The 22-year-old Figueroa used his signature pressure early and often, walking through effective shots Parejo landed in the early rounds to establish his position in the fight. Parejo had success landing hooks while Figueroa was exposed on the inside, but was unable to avoid the return fire, especially the body shots that eventually led to the end of the fight.
“He threw a lot of strong shots to the body and I felt my legs go at the end of the last round,” said Parejo.”He’s very strong but sometimes flat-footed and I was trying to take advantage of that. He was too strong tonight.”
Figueroa began to throw even more combinations in the late rounds, nullifying the offense that Parejo was trying to get going. His most prolific rounds were rounds four and five, where he landed 31 e 41 power punches respectively. After a one-sided round eight where Figueroa out landed Parejo 33 a 15, it had become clear that Parejo didn’t have enough on his punches to stop the onslaught. The referee stopped the bout after consulting with Parejo before the start of the ninth round, officially giving Figueroa the victory.
“My conditioning was amazing and I felt strong every round,” Detto Figueroa. “I’m next in line and I’m ready for anyone.”
After the card on FOX, PBC Fight Night Extra on FS1 and FOX Deportes was headlined byJeison Rosario (19-1-1, 13 KO) winning a split-decision overJorge Cota (28-3, 25 KO) con il punteggio di 97-93 for Cota and 96-94 e 97-93 for Rosario in a 10-round super welterweight bout
The FS1 portion kicked off with highly-touted prospectRolando “Rollie” Romero (9-0, 8 KO) buttando giù Andres Figueroa (9-5, 5 KO) 1:27 into round four of their lightweight fight. Rising unbeaten and 2016 U.S. Olimpionico Carlos Balderas (8-0, 7 KO) remained perfect by stoppingLuis May(21-14-1, 8 KO) a 1:07 of round four in their lightweight battle and super lightweight prospectOmar Juarez(3-0, 1 KO)earned a unanimous decision by scores of 40-36 due volte e 39-37 after four rounds againstDwayne Bonds(3-2-1, 1 KO).
L'ex due divisioni campione Garcia battaglie All-Azione Contender Granados in Premier Boxing Champions su FOX & FOX Sports Main Event Questo Sabato notte da Dignità Salute Sports Park in Carson, California – 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT
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SANTA MONICA, COME. (Aprile 17, 2019) – L'ex campione di due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia e contendente welter Adrian Granados ha partecipato a un allenamento dei media Mercoledì in quanto vicino alla loro prova di forza evento principale che titola Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes questo Sabato notte da Dignità Salute Sports Park a Carson, California.
L'allenamento inoltre ha caratterizzato concorrente dei pesi massimi Andy Ruiz Jr. e Alexander Dimitrenko, che si incontrano in un periodo di 10 round, e contendente imbattuto Brandon Figueroa, che affronta il Venezuela di Yonfrez Parejo in un match di 12 round per il provvisorio titolo WBA Super Bantamweight che prende il via la trasmissione a 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Ecco quello che i combattenti avevano da dire Mercoledì dalle Churchill Boxing Club a Santa Monica:
DANNY GARCIA
“Ho combattuto in questa arena, quando ero 6-0 quindi è eccitante essere di nuovo. Ho anche vinto il titolo welter contro Robert Guerrero a Los Angeles. L.A. è sempre stato buono con me. C'è una grande atmosfera e mi piace combattere qui.
“Sono pronto per chiunque, ma sto anche non guardando oltre Granados. Alla fine della giornata, Devo concentrarmi nella notte di Sabato. Devo ottenere questa vittoria.
“C'è molto in gioco, quindi so Granados sarà pronto. Mi sono allenato duramente e credo di essere nella migliore forma della mia vita. Penso di essere in una forma migliore oggi rispetto ai miei ultimi due combattimenti. Non vedo l'ora di mostrare il Sabato sera.
“Si guarda Danny Garcia combatte tu sai che io sto sempre oscillare cercando di mandare via la gente. Aspettatevi un altro scontro imperdibili il Sabato.
“So cosa Granados porta in tavola, ma credo nelle mie capacità e il duro lavoro che abbiamo messo in campo. Il piano è ovviamente quello di ottenere un knockout e guardare spettacolare, ma io sono più che pronto ad andare 12 giri duri.”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Questo è un classico in un making. Stiamo per mettere su uno spettacolo. Mi sento benissimo. Abbiamo chiuso fuori campo giusto e siamo pronti per il rock and roll il Sabato.
“Ci sono un sacco di sfide in questa lotta. Devo andare là fuori per dominare e portare la lotta di distanza da lui. Danny è un grande combattente e c'è una ragione per lui è un grande nome in questo sport. Questa è un'opportunità che ho intenzione di sfruttare.
“Non mi ha sorpreso che Shawn Porter ha detto che ero una lotta più dura di Danny Garcia. Ho visto entrambi i combattimenti e si poteva vedere alla fine che avevo Shawn corsa per la sopravvivenza. Ha fatto quello che doveva fare per sfuggire, ma per questa lotta che sto prendendolo dalle mani di chiunque altro.
“Non credo che Danny sta guardando dietro di me, ma so che ha grandi progetti. Sono qui per interrompere tali piani. Ho i miei progetti. Ho intenzione di catapultare a me stesso di cui appartengo e dove avrei dovuto sempre stato.
“I miei genitori hanno lavorato così duramente per mettermi sulla strada giusta. Sono stato coinvolto con lo sport come un bambino e mai guardato indietro. Ho sempre alloggiato attenzione per i miei sport e studi. Le tentazioni erano lì a Chicago. Ho soggiornato fedele a me stesso e ora sono in un posto dove un sacco di persone guardano a me. Se vinco il Sabato si può dimostrare che tutto è possibile.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“Questa sarà la mia lotta quarto in questa sede. Ho ottenuto un ko ogni volta, quindi penso che sia una buona un'arena fortuna per me. Ho avuto battute d'arresto, ma io sono pronto per la mia rimonta.
“Mi sono allenato duramente per questa lotta per fare una dichiarazione. Sono eccitato per ottenere questa vittoria e farlo con enfasi.
“Dimitrenko è un combattente veterano e so che non posso prendere alla leggera. Stiamo per essere pronti e può vinca il migliore. Sono pronto ad assumere tutti gli sfidanti.
“Ho solo bisogno di rimanere sciolto e lasciare che le mie mani vanno. Ho intenzione di mostrare il tipo di combattente che io sono. La mia velocità e il modo in cui io uso l'anello sarà una chiave.
“Ho visto scontri di Dimitrenko, e so Devo solo fare quello che devo fare. Penso che sia più difficile per lui combattere un ragazzo più piccolo come me, in particolare uno con velocità e che getta le combinazioni.”
Alexander Dimitrenko
“Questa è una lotta importante per me e io sono qui per vincere. Questa non è una novità per me. Il mio lavoro è quello di venire qui mettere su una grande prestazione. Sono stato un pro per molto tempo e sono pronto per Sabato.
“Ho più esperienza in grandi lotte di Ruiz. Ho intenzione di dare il massimo in questa lotta. Non c'è pressione su di me e mi sento rilassato e pronto per la guerra.
“La mia ultima battaglia contro Bryant Jennings si è conclusa con un pessimo arresto e sto cercando di cancellare quella memoria. Una vittoria il Sabato è importante per me e io non sto cercando passato. Devo fare il mio lavoro e vedremo cosa succede dopo che.
“Questa è la mia prima volta a Los Angeles, Ho ottenuto per godere del clima un po ', ma è tutto business. Mi sono concentrato sulla lotta il Sabato, che è stato l'obiettivo tutto campo e stiamo portando fino ad un grande spettacolo il Sabato.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“Questo è un momento che ho aspettato per da quando ero un ragazzino. L'opportunità è qui, Sono pronto e non vedo l'ora di prenderlo.
“Ho avuto davvero un buon campo di addestramento. Il mio corpo è pronto fisicamente e mentalmente. So che Parejo è davvero un buon combattente che sta andando a cercare di box me. Mi sento come una volta ho messo la pressione su di lui, Ho intenzione di essere in grado di dominarlo.
“Penso Parejo ha punti deboli sul suo gioco dentro, che è qualcosa che mi Sono veramente bravo a. Mi sento come se per i miei ultimi combattimenti che ho usato che per dominare i miei avversari.
“Questo è il mio momento di brillare. Ho avuto un ottimo campo di addestramento e sono qui per approfittare di questa opportunità. Sono solo 22 anni di età e ho lavorato duramente per arrivare dove sono in questo momento.”
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DI GARCIA VS. GRANADOS Garcia vs. Granados vedrà due ex-divisione campione del mondo Danny “Veloce” Garcia combattendo robusto veterano Adrian Granados in un attacco welter 12-round che titoli Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes Sabato, Aprile 20 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Heavyweight contendente Andy Ruiz Jr. assume Alexander Dimitrenko in un periodo di 10 round in co-feature e imbattuto contendente Brandon Figueroa battaglie del Venezuela Yonfrez Parejo in un match di 12 round per il provvisorio titolo WBA Super Bantamweight che apre la trasmissione in prima serata FOX che inizia 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
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Veterano Adrian Granados Contender & Heavyweight Contender Andy Ruiz Jr. Preparati per Premier rispettive Boxing Champions su FOX & FOX Deportes Matchups Sabato, Aprile 20 Da Dignità Salute Sport Park di Carson, California
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LOS ANGELES (Aprile 4, 2019) – All-azione welter Adrian Granados un nd concorrente pesante Andy Ruiz Jr. ha continuato la preparazione per le rispettive prove di forza ad un allenamento dei media a Los Angeles Giovedi prima di intervenire sul ring Sabato, Aprile 20 come parte del Premier Boxing Champions su FOX e FOX Deportes dalla dignità Salute Sports Park a Carson, California.
Granados affronterà l'ex campione del mondo due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia in un attacco welter 12-round che l'azione titoli, mentre il sud della California Ruiz-nativa assume Alexander Dimitrenko in azione dei pesi massimi come parte della trasmissione con inizio alle 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT. I fan sono invitati ad arrivare presto per non perdere nessuna delle azioni televisivo.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Ecco ciò che i partecipanti di allenamento avevano da dire Giovedi dalle Fortune palestra a Los Angeles:
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Mi sento benissimo. Sto iniziando a picco e tutto sta facendo clic. Ho avuto un grande campo e io sono solo eccitato per questa lotta.
“Questo è un grande matchup stile. Danny è un pugile forte e un grande bancone perforatore. Ho intenzione di essere proprio lì. Ho intenzione di venire con esso. Ho anche un sacco di beni immateriali che le persone non vedono. Io non sono unidimensionale e ho alcuni trucchi nella manica.
“Penso di avere più cane in me che Danny fa. Si lamenta molto e anche si allontana con un sacco. Lui fa quello che deve fare per vincere. Non sono mai stato dato niente e credo di avere molto di più per dimostrare di lui.
“Le mie lotte contro Shawn Porter e Adrien Broner erano buone preparazione per questo. Credo che contro Broner avrei ottenuto la decisione, ma non l'ho fatto. contro Porter, Ho combattuto la battaglia sbagliata e perso l'occasione ho avuto. Ho un chip sulla mia spalla da entrambe le esperienze.
“Questa è la mia occasione per mostrare al mondo della boxe che io sono élite e ottenere la mia title shot. Ho sempre desiderato di diventare un campione del mondo, e non ho la mia occasione a 140 dove ho battuto il numero uno contender. Non ho paura a combattere chiunque, quindi sono qui per ottenere una grande vittoria.
“Penso di aver bisogno di un arresto o di una vittoria dominante. It has to be one-sided. I have enough controversial losses that I know that I can’t leave it up to the judges. I’m training hard to dominate the fight.
“I’m kind of a ‘young vet’ because I’m only 29-years-old but I’m battle-tested. I was never promoted until the last three or four years. I’ve had to do what I had to coming up. I took the tough fights that most prospects wouldn’t.
“I always knew I had the talent to be at this level and I’m glad that I’m respected and recognized now, but it’s time for me to get a big win. I’m going to show that I really belong and I’m an elite fighter.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“All the hard work in the gym has been paying off and I feel prepared for April 20. Sto affrontando un ragazzo esperto che è alto, ma credo che la mia pressione e la mia velocità renderà difficile per lui.
“Abbiamo esaminato le lotte del passato di Dimitrenko e mettere insieme un piano di gioco. Stiamo andando a bastone ad esso ed eseguire. Stiamo andando ad attaccare il corpo e credo che con la mia velocità e combinazioni ho intenzione di tirarlo fuori di lì.
“Sto tornando da un licenziamento, ma è finita e in questo momento il mio obiettivo è quello di fare una dichiarazione e far sapere a tutti che io sono di nuovo in azione. Sono pronto a prendere uno dei punti in cima alla divisione.
“Ci sono un sacco di grandi lotte che voglio, ma la mia mente è totalmente concentrato aprile 20. Non sono mai stato questo motivato. Ho intenzione di lottare più spesso e sono contento di avere l'opportunità.
“Combattere per i tifosi messicani mi dà più motivazione che mai. Voglio essere il primo campione dei pesi massimi messicana del mondo e, si spera quest'anno o il prossimo anno sarò realizzare quei sogni.
“Ho tutto quello che ho bisogno ora per arrivare dove voglio andare. Questo è solo l'inizio. I più lotte che ho, il meglio che ho intenzione di essere alla ricerca.
“E 'bello poter lottare nel sud della California e so che ci saranno un sacco di messicani là fuori aprile 20. E 'sempre una grande atmosfera e il mio piano di gioco è quello di rubare la scena. Ho intenzione di dare tutto quello che ho per i tifosi.
“Credo che Dimitrenko sta per usare il suo jab e muoversi. Lui è alto, ma non può scappare per sempre. Ad un certo punto si deve essere lì in punta di dito del piede. Abbiamo lavorato sul nostro movimento della testa e abbiamo intenzione di essere pronti a tutto egli porta.”
TOM BROWN, Presidente di Promotions TGB
“Andy Ruiz Jr. è esattamente dove dovrebbe essere in questo momento. E 'lo stesso nuovamente dedicato allo sport del pugilato e quando lo fa, ci potrebbe non essere un peso massimo di meglio là fuori. Ha viaggiato in Nuova Zelanda e ha preso su Joseph Parker nel suo cortile e ha perso una decisione a maggioranza. Ha assaggiato e ha fame di nuovo.
“Probabilmente Adrian Granados potrebbe avere un record di 27-1 ed è pronto per il suo momento di brillare. Mi piace dove sia mentalmente per quanto riguarda la presa in carico e vincere queste lotte, così da poter andare avanti e diventare un campione, che è stato il suo obiettivo da quando è entrato in gioco.”
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DI GARCIA VS. GRANADOS Garcia vs. Granados vedrà due ex-divisione campione del mondo Danny “Veloce” Garcia combattendo robusto veterano Adrian Granados in un attacco welter 12-round che titoli Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes Sabato, Aprile 20 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
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Also in Action! Veteran Brawler Alfredo Angulo, 2016 U.S. Olympian Karlos Balderas & Sensational Lightweight Prospect Omar Juarez Competing in Separate Televised Bouts Beginning at 10:30 p.m. E / 7:30 p.m. PT Following PBC on FOX Broadcast
CARSON, CALIF. (Marzo 27, 2019) – Hard-hitting contenderJeison Rosario assume del Messico Jorge Cotain a 10-round middleweight fight that headlinesPBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAon FS1 and FOX Deportes Saturday, Aprile 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Battle-hardened veteranAlfred “Cane” Angulowill fight in the co-main event of the telecast, while exciting lightweight prospect and 2016 U.S. Olimpionico Carlos Balderas assumePedro Vicentein a six or eight round bout and highly-decorated lightweight prospectOmar Juarezclashes with Mexico’sLuis Gerardo Perez Salasin a four-round match to open the telecast at 10:30 p.m. E / 7:30 p.m. PT.
PBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAwill follow the PBC on FOX primetime show headlined by former two-division world champion Danny “Veloce” Garcia battling rugged veteran Adrian Granados in a 12-round welterweight bout.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
The non-stop block of boxing promises wall-to-wall action for fans who tune into FOX, FOX Deportes and FS1.
Rosario (18-1-1, 13 KO) was busy last year, scoring victories in three of four fights in 2018, including wins over then-unbeaten Jamontay Clark and contender Justin DeLoach. E 'venuta fuori una vittoria arresto su Marcos Hernandez nel mese di febbraio su FS1, che vendicato una spaccatura disegnare i due pugili combattuto al 2018. Il 23-year-old da Santo Domingo, Repubblica Dominicana che ora vive a Miami, Florida, avrà le mani piene contro il Cota incisiva (28-2, 25 KO). Il 31-year-old Cota da Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Il Messico ha segnato tre vittorie eliminazione diretta dopo aver perso a Erickson Lubin in 2017. Sta venendo fuori una vittoria TKO su Euri Gonzalez nel mese di novembre
Balderas (7-0, 6 KO) segnato tre vittorie arresto totale nelle sue lotte scorso anno e continua a progredire su per la scala leggera. Il 23-year-old Balderas di Santa Maria, California, era un membro del 2016 U.S. squadra di boxe olimpica e più recentemente smesso di Jose Cen Torres nel mese di febbraio. Vicente (6-2, 2 KO) is looking to build on the momentum from his unanimous decision victory over Luis Miguel Ortiz in his last fight in January.
The 19-year-old Juarez (2-0, 1 KO), who is from Brownsville, Texas, will be climbing back into the ring quickly after scoring a knockout victory over Phillip Percy in February. Salas (5-2, 1 KO) is looking to rebound from back-to-back losses when he steps in against Juarez.
In other non-televised action, Los Angeles bantamweightDaniel Guzman (2-1-1, 1 KO) takes on Monterrey, Del Messico Hugo Rodriguez (0-3) in quattro round, unbeaten Alhambra, Cal., welter Emmanuel Medina (16-0, 9 KO) battles Japan’sGaku Takahashi (16-9-1, 8 KO) in an eight-round match and Colorado Springs’ Ricky Lopez (20-4, 6 KO) facce Joe Perez (14-3-1, 10 KO) in a 10-round super featherweight bout. Round out the card is Fontana, California di Raymond Murattala (6-0, 4 KO) meeting Mexico’sEduardo Reyes (9-15, 6 KO) in a six-round lightweight bout and Edinburg, Texas’ Nelson Hampton (4-2, 4 KO) combattimenti in quattro round attrazione speciale leggero.
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L'ex due divisioni campione Garcia battaglie All-azione Granados su Premier Boxing Champions su FOX & FOX Deportes il Sabato, Aprile 20 dal Dignity Health Sports Park di Carson, California
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LOS ANGELES (Marzo 19, 2019) – Campione del mondo di due-divisione Former Danny “Veloce” Garcia e contendente veterano Adrian Granados anteprima il loro Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes principale showdown evento in una conferenza stampa a Los Angeles Martedì mentre si preparano a piazza-off Sabato, Aprile 20 dal Dignity Health Sports Park di Carson, California.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
L'aprile 20 trasmissione inizia alle 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT e caratteristiche concorrente pesante Andy Ruiz Jr. assumendo Alexander Dimitrenko in un periodo di 10 round in co-feature e contendente imbattuto Brandon Figueroa Combattere il Venezuela di Yonfrez Parejo in un match di 12 round per il provvisorio titolo WBA Super Bantamweight.
Ecco ciò che i partecipanti alla conferenza stampa aveva da dire Martedì dal Palms Restaurant Downtown L.A.:
DANNY GARCIA
“Mi sono allenato duramente. Ho visto Granados combattere un paio di volte e so cosa può fare. Sono entusiasta di essere di nuovo a Los Angeles, perché questo è dove le stelle combattono. Questa è un'altra battaglia che mi può arrivare dove voglio andare nella mia carriera.
“La mia mentalità è che devo smettere di Granados. Nessuno lo ha fermato e devo farlo per fare una dichiarazione. Non ha mai combattuto una contro pugile come me e sono sicuramente il nemico più difficile che ha affrontato. Ho intenzione di mostrare tutto per ottenere l'arresto.
“Questo è un altro lotta per la mia eredità. There have been a lot of great fights in my career and this is another important one for me. I know he’s coming to fight, but I’m looking to make this one of my easiest wins.
“He’s a tough and aggressive fighter who likes to throw a lot of punches. Ha fame, and that’s the type of guy that you have to watch out for. I’ve got to handle my business against Granados before I look to any bigger fights.
“This is a big platform for me to perform on. I’m going to show the world why I’m one of the best fighters in the world.
“I plan on winning with style. I’m going to bring a lot of skill, a lot of will, a lot of power and I’m going to entertain my fans. Aprile 20 will be the ‘Danny Garcia Show.'”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Questa sarà una grande lotta. Siamo due combattenti che portano esso. Vengo per una vittoria nella moda dominante. Questa è la lotta che ho voluto per un po '.
“Non ho avuto la strada più semplice ed è per questo che sto cercando di ottenere il mio rispetto in questa lotta. Non vedo l'ora a questo. Sta andando essere un barnburner. Che l'uomo migliore vincere.
“Se mi sta sottovalutando sarà sicuramente un grosso errore da parte sua. Non credo che lo farà anche se. Credo che si rende conto ora è in per una lotta. Se lui non mi conosceva prima, lo fa ora. Ho intenzione di dargli un pezzo della mia mente aprile 20.
“Non sono mai stato preso cura di arrivo. Ho sempre dovuto lavorare di più per arrivare dove sono a. Danny e io in fondo avevano gli stessi riconoscimenti nei dilettanti, and I always gave him kudos for what he’s done in his whole career, but he doesn’t know what I’ve gotten through to get here.
“I’m coming to get my respect in this fight. I’m going to make Danny fight and see what he’s made of. I’ve always had a chip on my shoulder but being able to take out a fighter like Danny is motivating me to another level.”
TOM BROWN, Presidente di Promotions TGB
“Premier Boxing Champions has made a major commitment to bringing some of the best and biggest fights to Southern California. We started with the Wilder vs. Fury heavyweight title fight downtown in December and we’re back again in April at the Dignity Health Sports Park. This is the premier outdoor boxing venue in the United States and we have a great show there on April 20.
“Danny Garcia è un combattente ritorno al passato. Una sala primo scrutinio of Famer, a mio parere. A 140-libbre ha assunto il migliore nella divisione e mai marcia indietro da una sfida. Danny era un 2-1 perdente quando ha combattuto Lucas Matthysse, e sapevamo che cosa è successo dopo, ha dimostrato i dubbiosi sbagliato. Sono così felice di averlo di nuovo in California su questo grande carta.
“Adrian Granados potrebbe forse essere seduto qui con un record di 27-1, dal momento che tutti, ma una delle sue perdite sono state da dividere o decisione a maggioranza, e di solito è nel cortile del suo avversario. Lui è un veterano battaglia-testato che ha fatto un nome per se stesso portando combattimenti ricchi di azione per i tifosi. Quando abbiamo annunciato tutta la PBC combattimenti FOX, questo è quello che ho cerchiato.”
LEONARD Ellerbe, CEO di presidente della Promozioni Mayweather
“Questa sarà una lotta terrificante. Sono stato davvero impaziente di questa lotta, perché ho conosciuto questi ragazzi per un lungo periodo. Stili di rendere i combattimenti e in questo particolare matchup, abbiamo due combattenti che sono tutte le azioni.
“Danny ha dimostrato che lui è un combattente d'elite, perché ha battuto una serie di grandi campioni del mondo. Adrian Granados viene sempre a combattere. E 'mai e poi mai in una lotta noioso. Gli stili maglie così bene, con Danny essere un mondo di classe contro-perforatore e anche di essere un superbo boxer. Granados sta per forzare Danny per combattere al suo interno molto più del solito.
“Penso che questa lotta sta per portare fuori il meglio di entrambi Danny e Adrian. Hanno entrambi combattuto una serie di ottimi combattenti ed è stato in coinvolto in numerose decisioni discutibili. They’re going to have to leave it all in the ring come April 20.”
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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
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Marzo 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&Stadio T di Arlington, Texas.
“The motivation fighting in front of my hometown crowd made me feel great,” said 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,” ha detto 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,” ha detto 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 quarto round, 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 e 25 punches in rounds nine through 12 rispettivamente, according to CompuBox.
“Throughout training camp, a lot of commentators thought he was too smart and I couldn’t box as well as him,” said 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,” ha detto 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 a 75 margine.
After 12-rounds of action, all three judges saw the fight for Spence, con il punteggio di 120-108 due volte e 120-107.
“I give Mikey Garcia all the credit for taking this fight,” said 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,” ha detto 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.”
Dopo la lotta, Spence declared that he wanted to fight boxing legend and welterweight titleholderManny Pacquiao il prossimo, 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,” said Spence.
“Sì, why not?” said Pacquiao, 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 caso di co-main, unbeaten former 168-pound world championDavid Benavidez(21-0, 18 KO) dominato J'Leon Amore (24-3-1, 13 KO) 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 secondo round, 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.”
Dopo l'incontro, 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 KO) knock down former championMcJoe Arroyo (18-3, 8 KO) four times on his way to a fifth-round victory by stoppage in his U.S. debutto.
“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. Con 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 a 36, in fase di atterraggio 44 per cento dei suoi pugni di potenza.
“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 KO) score a third-round stoppage over previously unbeatenJean Pierre Augustin(17-1-1, 12 KO).
“Augustin is a hungry kid who tried to make a name off of me,” Detto 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 tre tondo.
“Every fighter feels like they can continue, ma è quello che è, 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 di 30 pugni potenti, compared to just three punches landed in the round by Augustin.
“Amo combattere,” Detto Arreola. “We’re both were trying to beat each other up and I love it. I’m blessed to be a fighter.”
Precedendo il pay-per-view, PBC Prelims on FS1 featured former heavyweight championCharles Martin (26-2-1. 23 KO) winning via disqualification against previously unbeatenGregory Corbin(15-1, 9 KO) 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,” ha detto Martin. “I could sense that he didn’t want to engage anymore.”
“È quello che è, 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,” ha detto 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
Welterweight Champion Spence Jr. & Four-Division World Champion Garcia Headline PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event This Saturday from AT&Stadio T di Arlington, Texas
“I’m going to punish him and make him wish he took his brother’s advice to not take this fight,” – Spence
“Getting this victory will forever leave my name in the history books. No other fighter is daring to do what I’m doing,” – Garcia
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Marzo 13, 2019) – Unbeaten IBF Welterweight World ChampionErrol Spence Jr. and undefeated four-division championMikey Garcia went face-to-face at AT&Stadio T di Arlington, Texas Wednesday at the final press conference before they go toe-to-toe at the same venue this Saturday in a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event.
Spence and Garcia shared their thoughts on Saturday’s highly anticipated event and posed for photos for media in attendance ahead of this historic event.
Tickets for Saturday’s event, which is promoted by Man Down Promotions and Garcia Promotions, in association with TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports, sono già in vendita, e può essere acquistato presso SeatGeek.com, il Fornitore Ufficiale di Biglietteria di AT&Stadio T.
Ecco quello che i partecipanti alla conferenza stampa hanno dovuto dire Mercoledì:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“This is a dream come true fighting in my hometown at AT&Stadio T. I can’t wait to put on a great performance. Seeing Mikey’s face here today, it’s got me hungrier than ever to put on a great performance
“The size difference won’t matter. Skill for skill and talent for talent, I’m more dominant than him in every aspect. I’ll beat him at anything he wants to do. On paper he’s the toughest opponent to date, but once we get in the ring we’ll find out.
“I don’t think anyone has the power to knock me out. We don’t allow that kind of mentality into training camp. I hope he tries though.
“Mikey is supposed to think he’s going to win this fight. He called me out, so they obviously think that they see something. I’m glad he’s as confident as I am. I hope he keeps that same energy inside of the ring.
“Our training camp, we train for a hard 12 lotta rotonda. We prepare for a bruising fight. If I knock him out early, then that’s a bonus. We trained for the distance because we know anything can happen in a fight.
“I’m always calm, that’s just my demeanor. I could talk to Mikey Garcia in the locker room before the fight then come out and knock his head off. I’m always on go. I’m naturally like this. I’ve been ready to go for eight weeks. I’m tired of seeing him and I’m just ready for fight night.
“I can’t worry about what Mikey sees in me. I let my coach worry about it. Everyone thinks they see something looking on the outside, but it’s a lot harder once you’re in the ring.
“This win makes me pound-for-pound number one. Mikey has a great record and a big fan base and I feel like winning this fight turns me into a star. Everyone wants to take Floyd Mayweather’s place as the face of boxing, and this puts me on the right track to become the face of boxing and the best fighter in the world.
“This is a legendary fight. This is where we see what fighters are made of. There have been a lot of great fights when little guys came up and beat a bigger fighter. You can’t ever write off the little guy. This is going to be a hard fight.
“I know I’m the best fighter in the world and I’m going to show it Saturday night. I’m going to punish him and make him wish he took his brother’s advice to not take this fight.”
MIKEY GARCIA
“I have all the tools and all the skills needed to beat Errol Spence Jr. When it comes to timing, velocità, reflexes and defense, you name it, I’m better.
“Here in Texas, it’s like a second home. I’ve won two world titles here. Having great fan support at the grand arrival was a special moment for me.
“I’ve got to go in there Saturday night and show why I picked this fight. I want to make history and this is the one that will get me there.
“I’m prepared to do whatever it takes to win this fight. We trained very hard. Possiamo andare 12 rounds for sure. Ma, if I get a chance to hurt my opponent, I’m definitely going to jump on him and get the knockout.
“sabato sera, Errol is going to find out why I picked this fight. All of my opponents say they don’t see anything special when they watch me, until they get into the ring.
“I know what I have to do on fight night. I know all the work that I put in. I didn’t put all that effort in for nothing. sabato sera, I have to execute. Once I get inside the ring, that switch will turn on.
“I have to fight the best fight of my life. If I don’t, then I can’t overcome the challenge. You don’t win a fight with size and weight. We fight smart, we fight intelligently and pick our shots. There are a lot of factors. That’s how I win this fight.
“Getting this victory will forever leave my name in the history books. No other fighter is daring to do what I’m doing. I’m here to make history and this fight does that. This fight is about big challenges and obstacles.
“All the attention and buzz about this fight is for real. It’s not often you get a fight like this. Undefeated champions in their prime facing each other. If you want to witness history, you better buy a ticket or the pay-per-view.”
DERRICK JAMES, Trainer di Spence
“Getting up on the stage today, it was like fight night. I feel what Errol and Mikey are feeling. It’s go-time for both of these guys.
“Mikey Garcia is a great opponent, but he’s still just another opponent. We’re going to go in there and show him why we’re better. Errol is feeling great, so I am too.
“Ring intelligence is definitely one of Mikey’s best attributes. But he’s never been in the ring with Errol. Errol has been in the ring sparring with Floyd Mayweather before and I don’t think Mikey has the same ring intelligence as him.
“Errol knows what he should be doing and what he shouldn’t be doing during fight week. He will be ready on Saturday night.”
ROBERT GARCIA, Garcia’s Brother & Allenatore
“Not only have all of our sparring partners told us this, but his opponents always say the same thing. Once they’re in the ring, they realize how hard Mikey hits and how strong he is. Spence doesn’t know that but he’ll find out Saturday.
“A lot of fighters have problems with southpaws like Spence, but Mikey has a lot of experience facing lefties and I’m confident that won’t be a factor.
“Spence’s style is pretty basic, so it’s not too hard to find sparring partners to emulate him. Spence does everything right, just like Mikey. From a preparation standpoint, his style isn’t a big challenge.
“We haven’t just been facing regular sparring partners. They’re experienced, talented and undefeated fighters. He’s facing middleweights to get ready for this one and I know he will be.”
Spence vs. Garcia is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event that is headlined by unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. defending his title against four-division world champion Mikey Garcia on Saturday, Marzo 16 from AT&Stadio T di Arlington, Texas.
The PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature undefeated former super middleweight champion David Benavidezbattling veteran contender J’Leon Love, unbeaten former bantamweight champion Luis Nery taking on former champion McJoe Arroyo and fan-favorite Chris Arreola facing unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin.
Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT featuring former heavyweight world championCharles Martin squaring off against unbeaten Dallas-nativeGregory Corbin.
Spence vs. Garcia will be shown on big screens across the nation through FathomEvents. I biglietti possono essere acquistati online sul www.FathomEvents.com o partecipanti teatro botteghini.
About AT&Stadio T: AT&T Stadium is one of the largest, most technologically advanced entertainment venues in the world. Designed by HKS and built by Manhattan Construction, il $1.2 billion stadium features two monumental arches, the world’s largest HDTV video board cluster, an expansive retractable roof and the largest retractable end zone doors in the world. Features of the stadium include seating for 80,000 and expandability for up to 100,000, su 300 luxury suites, club seating on multiple levels and the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop, open to the public year round. The stadium is also home to a world-class collection of contemporary art, made up of over 50 pieces from an international array of curated artists displayed on the walls and in the grand public spaces of the venue. In addition to being the Home of the Dallas Cowboys since opening in 2009, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl XLV, il 2010 NBA All Star Game, il 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, il 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship Game and the annual Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic. The venue has also played host to high school and college football, concerti, championship fights, international soccer matches, and other special events. Per ulteriori informazioni, vai a www.attstadium.com.
