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ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK BOXING FEATURING LAMANNA VS. BRACERO WRAPS UP FACEBOOK FIGHTNIGHT LIVE WEEKEND TRIPLEHEADER ON SATURDAY

Ray Flores and Paulie Malignaggi call the action live from the boardwalk; Ten month-old fan-friendly fight series averages 88,952 views per show and recently eclipsed 1,000,000-view milestone
NEW YORK (Frar. 21, 2018)Recently reaching 1,000,000 views for the series, Facebook FIGHTNIGHT LIVE looks to establish another benchmark din il-ġimgħaIS-SIBT, Frar. 23-24, with back-to-back-to-back shows spanning from the casinos of New England to the Boardwalk of Atlantic City. A red-hot card from the Jersey Shore caps the epic weekend, as the fan-friendly streaming service partners with Rising Star Promotions nhar is-Sibt lejl, Frar. 24. Fans from across the globe can catch seven bouts beginning at 7 p.m. wherever Facebook is available, including a crossroads main event battle featuring Thomas “Cornflake” LAMANNA (25-2, 9 Kos) u Gabriel “Tito” Bracero (24-3, 5 Kos).
We’re excited to be taking this next step for the series, and to be capping the weekend with an outstanding card that will delight fight fans, called by Ray Flores u Paulie Malignaggi,” qal Mark Fratto, Prinċipali tal Linacre Midja. “Boardwalk Boxing at The Showboat will be back in a big way nhar is-Sibt night with names like LaManna, Bracero, Rainone, Julan, Varmall and hot prospects and local favorites all displaying their talents and passion on Facebook. As a bonus, we’re proud to produce the PPV and pro debut of Mike Rashid, who has conquered the worlds of fitness and digital media and is looking to do big things in the fight game.
Fil-avveniment prinċipali nhar is-Sibt lejl, New Jersey’s LaManna fights for the 19th time in the shore town, as he takes on the battle tested, Brooklyn-based Bracero. The card will feature some of the best prospects in the region that includes Jahmal Dyer ta 'Baltimore, Md. (4-0, 2 Kos), DonaldNo Love” Smith (5-0, 3 Kos) ta 'Philadelphia, Frederick Julán (8-0, 6 Kos) of Brooklyn and Alvin Varmall, Jr. (14-0, 12 Kos) of Catskill, N.Y..
We are excited to be bringing this great event and our first Boardwalk Boxing card from The Showboat to the fans all over the world on FIGHTNIGHT Live. We have a main event that everyone is talking about, and we are featuring some terrific prospects on an outstanding undercard,” qal Debbie LaManna, President of Rising Star Promotions.
Over the first nine-plus months of programming, the numbers on the 12-show FIGHTNIGHT LIVE series have showed promise and potential for the new platform with an average of close to 90,000 fight fans tuning in per event and more than one-million fans served.
Il Seba. 9 “Promozzjonijiet Deal Real: Imperu Istat” minn Resorts Dinjija Casino (225,000), l CES Awissu “Super IS-SIBT” minn Foxwoods (203,000), l settembru. CES “Twin Xmara Twinbill” minn Lincoln, R.I. (157,000) kollha kkompletati 150,000 fehmiet, and collectively the 12-show series saw a total of more than 21,000 total hours of Facebook video consumed by 1,067,435-plus users across all devices.
Minbarra l-numri jarawhom primi, -kolonna tal-interattiv, fan-friendly productions have seen aktar minn 142,000 impenji kollettivi post ħajjin (kważi 12,000 per show), including almost 97,000 “jħobb” jew “tant iħobb,” aktar minn 22,000 comments and almost 6,000 shares.
FIGHTNIGHT LIVE broadcasts are viewed by 76 irġiel fil-mija, 24 nisa fil-mija. The top demographic is comprised of males ages 25-34, li jinkludi madwar 30.0 mija tal-udjenza, medja.
Il Seba. 9 “Promozzjonijiet Deal Real: Imperu Istat” set a new bar with 224,658 fehmiet u l- Seba. 15-16 DiBella-CES doubleheader carried the series to three-quarters-of-a-million views in just over four months. Il-Frar. 10 Hard-Hitting PromotionsPhilly Fight Night” juru jispikka individwalment ma ' 3,421 live hours of content viewed, filwaqt li l- Seba. 15 DiBella card saw more than 40,000 interazzjonijiet telespettatur including almost 39,000 “jħobb” jew “tant iħobb.”
The FIGHTNIGHT LIVE page on Facebook has more than 80,000 fannijiet u aktar minn 82,000 followers. And Facebook itself has taken noticethe world’s No. 1 social network recently profiled FIGHTNIGHT LIVE on itsSuccess Storiesmedia blog, noting the seriesuse of industry best practices for production and interactivity:
Facebook FIGHTNIGHT LIVE has been delivered to fans absolutely free since its May 2017 launch courtesy of series corporate partners like Elite Heat Water, Montauk Iced Tea (montaukbev.com), Mr. Custom Made(mrcustommade.com) u BallWash (ballwash.com).
Nhar is-Sibt lejl, Frar. 24, live from live from The Showboat in Atlantic City, N.J., fannijiet jistgħu jistennew b'impatt għoli, multi-kamera streaming esperjenza kompluta bi grafika, animazzjonijiet, replays, interviews and an announce team anchored by blow-by-blow announcer Ray Flores of Premier Boxing Champions, Showtime Boxing, HBO Boxing and CBS Sports Network and former IBF and WBA World Champion Paulie Malignaggi, now of Showtime, Sky Sports and CBS Sports Network. To provide spectators with a fully-interactive ringside experience, kummentaturi se jistaqsu u jwieġbu għall-mistoqsijiet mill-udjenza Facebook madwar id-xandira.
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J Russell Peltz reflects on his favorite fights in Atlantic City

Peltz is the matchmaker for Frar 24 card at The Showboat Hotel featuring Thomas LaManna and Gabriel Bracero

ATLANTIC CITY – Frar 20, 2018Boxing in Atlantic City has been prevalent for more than 45 snin. One man who has been in the center of a lot of the action on the boardwalk has been International Boxing and Atlantic City Boxing Hall-of-Fame promoter and matchmaker J Russell Peltz.

The Philadelphia legend, who has promoted scores of cards in the shore town, is making matches for the Frar 24 card at The Showboat Hotel that will feature Thomas “Cornflake” LaManna vs. Gabriel “Tito” Bracero in a 10-round battle for the WBC Fecarbox Welterweight championship.

I did my first fight in 1973,said Peltz, who has run shows in just about every property in Atlantic City.

It is only fitting that Peltz is the matchmaker with promoter Rising Star Promotions in the South Jersey based promotional outfit’s effort to bring Atlantic City back to prominence as the the premier fight destination on the East Coast.

Peltz is hoping LaManna-Bracero is added to the memorable bouts that Peltz has been involved in Atlantic City:

1. Awissu 31, 1981 at The Sands HotelFrank Fletcher vs Ernie Singletary.(PRISM)

The fight was televised by local cable channel PRISM (Jim Barniak and Bob Wright, both deceased, did the commentary) and it was for Fletcher’s USBA middleweight title.

This was the most brutal fight I ever saw, even more brutal than Matthew Saad Muhammad-Marvin Johnson I. This was a closet classic since few saw it on PRISM. The fight was toe-to-toe for seven rounds, no knockdowns, until ringside doctor stopped it between the seventh and eighth round. They could have fought this one in a phone booth.

Singletary was taken to hospital after fight.

“Aktar tard, when we couldn’t find Fletcher, we broke into his hotel room, and he was out cold on the floor. We couldn’t get an ambulance so we (Marty Feldman and I) put him in the back of a police wagon and rode with him to the hospital where the doctor told us if we hadn’t found him he would have been dead.

Singletary kept saying in the pre-fight buildup that no 12-2 TV fighter was gonna beat him. This was a reference to Fletcher getting into the first ESPN tournament and winning while Singletary had been plying his trade for years (24-2 imbagħad) and never got that kind of exposure, just on PRISM. Attwalment, Fletcher already had been on NBC once, beating Norberto Sabater.

2. Settembru 9, 1980 from ResortsMike Rossman vs. Al Bolden (PRISM)

Ex-WBA light-heavyweight Rossman was getting beat up every round for 8 1/2 rounds against Al Bolden, ta 'Pittsburgh, PA, and finally found a little light late in round 9 and came on to knock Bolden out at 2:32 of the 10th round and salvage the win. Bolden took the second knockdown in the 10th on his knees.

3. Marzu 13, 1983 from ResortsJeff ChandlerGaby Canizalez (ABC)

Jeff Chandler, in the most brilliant performance of his Hall-of-Fame career out-boxed, out-punched and out-muscled future champion Gaby Canizales, of Texas, fuq 15 rounds to defend his WBA bantamweight title for the seventh time by unanimous decision. No one thought he could stand up under Canizalesbody attack but it was Chandler’s body and head attack that kept Canizales at bay for the entire fight. Just magnificent.

4. Marzu 2, 1985 from the Sands HotelGary Hinton vs Aaron Pryor (ABC)

Unknown lefty Gary Hinton gave IBF 140 pound world champ Aaron Pryor all he could handle, but a 14th-round knockdown helped Pryor gain a 15-round split decision with Sylvester Stallone in attendance. He was our partner at the time with Pryor. It was Pryor’s last successful title defense.

5. Novembru 19, 2011 from BallysGarrett Wilson vs. Chuck Mussachio

Moving from light heavyweight to cruiserweight, Mussachio appeared to have out-boxed Wilson for 11 rounds in their USBA cruiserweight title fight, but Wilson drilled Mussachhio with a monstrous overhand right 41 seconds into the 12th round for the knockout win.

Besides LaManna vs. Bracero, a terrific undercard has been assembled featuring undefeated fighters: light-heavyweight Frederick Julan (8-0, 6 Kos), ta Brooklyn, NY; super middleweight Darren Goodall (5-0, 4 Kos), ta 'New Milford, NJ; middleweight Omar Kabary Salem (1-0), ta Brooklyn, NY; super lightweight Jahmal Dyer (4-0, 2 Kos), ta 'Baltimore, MD.

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standouts lokali jenfasizzaw undercard mgħobbija għall inawgurali karta Boardwalk Boxing nhar is-Sibt, 24 Frar fil-Hotel showboat fil-Belt Atlantiku

ġellieda undefeated Darren Goodall, Jahmal Dyer, Frederick Julán, Donald Smith, lejl Omar Kabary Salem qofol ippakkjat tal-boksing
Thomas “Cornflake” LAMANNA battalji Gabriel Bracero fil avveniment ewlieni welterweight
ATLANTIC CITY – Jannar 18 2018 – A undercard massiva jidhru xi wħud mill-prospetti brillanti u Favourites fann fil-qasam tri-istat se tkun fuq display fuq Sibt bil-lejl,Frar 24 fi Il-Hotel showboat fil Belt Atlantiku.
Il-karta Boardwalk Boxing inawgurali huwa promoss permezz telgħin Promozzjonijiet Star.
Last week a mouth watering main event was announced that will pit Thomas “Cornflake” LAMANNA tieħu fuq Gabriel “Tito” Bracero fil-battalja għaxar round għat-titlu WBC Fecarbox welterweight.
A trio ta 'sitt round bouts se top għal undercard għaxar bout.
Tommy Rainone (26-8-2, 6 Kos) tal Farmingdale, NY se tieħu fuq Eduardo Flores (23-29-3, 14 Kos) tal Quito, Ekwador fi bout welterweight.
heavyweight dawl undefeated Frederick Julán (8-0, 6 Kos) ta Brooklyn, NY permezz Pariġi, Franza se jieħdu sehem fil bout kontra opponent li jiġi msemmi.
middleweight super undefeated Darren Goodall (5-0, 4 Kos) ta 'New Milford, NJ se ġlieda veteran Edgar Perez (7-22, 3 Kos) ta 'Chicago.
Fil bouts ta 'erba' round:
Bryne Aħdar (7-10-1, 3 Kos) tal Paulsboro, NJ se ġlieda Tyrone Luckey (8-8-3, 6 Tal-KO) fil-battalja ta 'New Jersey lightweights bbażata junior
Jahmal Dyer (4-0, 2 Kos) ta 'Baltimore, MD se tieħu fuq opponent li jiġi msemmi fil bout ħfief.
Undefeated junior ħfief Donald Smith (5-0, 3 Kos) tal battalji Philadelphia Andrew Bentley (3-2) ta 'Jersey City, NJ.
Mike Rashid tal Tucson, AZ se tagħmel id-debutt pro tiegħu kontra Demetrius Shaw (0-2) ta Wilson, NC fl bout heavyweight.
Ernesto Perez tal Vineland, NJ se tagħmel id-debutt pro tiegħu kontra Steve Moore (0-2) tal Orange, NJ fi tussle welterweight.
Omar Kabary Salem (1-0) ta Brooklyn, NY se ġlieda debuting pro Cory Weekley ta 'Philadelphia fi bout middleweight.
Osnel Charles (11-8-1 KO) ta 'Belt Atlantiku, kaxxi NJ kontra Laquan Lewis (2-8) ta Brooklyn, NY fi tilt welterweight junior.
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Thomas LAMANNA battalji Gabriel Bracero għat-titolu WBC Fecarbox welterweight fil avveniment ewlieni inawgurali tal Boardwalk Boxing nhar is-Sibt, 24 Frar fil-Hotel showboat fil-Belt Atlantiku

Anthony Żgħażagħ tissielet Khiary Grey fil-ko-karatteristika
ATLANTIC CITY – Jannar 8, 2018 – Thomas “Cornflake” LAMANNA rieda lett l inawgurali serje Boardwalk boxing meta jieħu l-veteran ttestjati battalja Gabriel Bracero in a ten-round welterweight bout for the WBC Fecarbox welterweight title on IS-SIBT, Frar 24 fi Il-Hotel showboat fil Belt Atlantiku.
Il bout se jkun l-avveniment ewlieni ta 'bil-lejl kbira ta' boxing promoss mill telgħin Promozzjonijiet Star
Is-serje ġdida Boardwalk Boxing, li tħabbret aħħar ġimgħa, Matchups mwiegħda ta 'kwalità għolja, filwaqt li jidhru l-aħjar ġellieda lokali.
LAMANNA, 26, tal MILLVILLE, New Jersey għandu marka impressjonanti ta 25-2 b'disa knockouts.
The popular LaManna has led the revival of boxing in Atlantic City as his Rising Star Promotions has become the preeminent promoter in Atlantic City.
LaManna consistently has performed as a headliner in front of sell out crowds is eager to thrill fans, u potenzjalment talja l-akbar rebħa tal-karriera tiegħu.
This is a crossroads fight. He needs a win over me to stay relevant, u għandi bżonn rebħa fuqu li għandhom jittieħdu serju,” qal LAMANNA. “Bracero has fought some top guys. His losses have been to world champions and Gold Medal winners. He has been around the block.
“Irrid li tibda 2018 with a good test. I want to test myself. When I go through a hard camp, dieti u tiffoka, Irrid li tkun worth it.”
This should be a great atmosphere as he is a popular fighter like myself. A win over him will give me an opportunity as I will move up in the ratings. This is a make or break year, u rebħa se jpoġġi lili fil hemm ma kontendenti oħra.”
LAMANNA se tiċċelebra 7 sena tiegħu bħala professjonali, kif hu għandu jirbaħ fuq Kendal Mena (20-3), kif ukoll jirbħu l-titoli WBC Fidda Latino u f'WBC FECARBOX welterweight ma 'deċiżjoni għaxar rawnd unanima fuq imħatteb George Sosa.
Fl-aħħar bout tiegħu, LAMANNA iddefenda t-titolu WBC FECARBOX ma 'deċiżjoni unanima għaxar rawnd fuq Samuel Amoako fuq 28 Novembru fil-Belt Atlantiku.
Dan se jkun ġlieda 18 LAMANNA fil-Belt Atlantiku.
Bracero ta Brooklyn, New York għandu marka impressjonanti ta 24-3 ma 'ħames knockouts.
Bracero, li se jkun 38 fuq Frar 14 iffaċċjat u defeated xi foes impressjonanti fuq tiegħu 17 -Karriera sena.
Bracero jirbaħ l-ewwel tiegħu 18 bouts li kienu enfasizzati mill jirbaħ fuq Winston Mathis (6-0), Danny O'Connor (14-0), Guillermo Valdes (12-3), Jermaine Abjad (17-4), ex dinja TOTLE isfidant Dmitry Salita (35-1-1), u waqfien tond 1 sensazzjonali fuq O'Connor (26-2) fil-rematch.
Bracero huwa ġejjin off għaxar rawnd telfa deċiżjoni unanima lill-ex żewġ diviżjoni dinja champion Paulie Malignaggi fuq Lulju 30, 2016 fi Brooklyn, New York
This will be a good fight. He is a tough kid. He is tall, u jien se tikseb fil-forma aħjar possibbli,” Said Bracero.
I am excited to finally be fighting in Atlantic City. I have family there, flimkien fannijiet tiegħi minn Brooklyn tista 'ssuq hemm u jqattgħu weekend sabiħ. “
“Din il-ġlieda hija battalja salib it-toroq vera. Huwa qed tfittex li tagħmel ismu off ta 'lili, and I am focusing on winning his WBC Fecarbox title. A win will get me back into the bigger fights.
ħabbret ukoll huwa terrific ko-karatteristika bout li se tara Anthony “Meraq” Young tal-Belt Atlantiku battling Khiary Grey jew Worcester, Massachusetts.
Young, 29, għandha rekord ta ' 18-2 b'sitt knockouts.
The seven-year professional will be looking for his eighth consecutive victory. The Atlantic City favorite has a quality win over Jose Javier Claderon (4-1), u se tkun qed tagħmel 12 bidu tiegħu fil Hometown tiegħu.
Pitts għandu marka impressjonanti ta 15-3 ma ħdax knockouts.
Il 25 sena ġdida Englander rebaħ l-ewwel tiegħu 13 truf. The four-year professional is a former UBF International Super Welterweight champion, u l-aħħar bout tiegħu rebaħ il-Temporanju Titolu ġdid England Super welterweight ma 'deċiżjoni b'maġġoranza tmien round fuq Greg Jackson fuq Diċembru 7, 2017 Lincoln, Rhode Island.
Se jkun hemm avviż dwar il-undercard sħiħ dalwaqt.
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BROOKLYN (Lulju 31, 2016) – In a possible “Fight of the Year” showdown between two undefeated fighters, Carl Frampton edged Leo Santa Cruz in a firefight to capture the WBA Featherweight World Championship in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® IS-SIBT quddiem 9,062 fans at the electric Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

 

Frampton (23-0, 14 Kos), the former unified super bantamweight champion who moved up to 126 pounds to challenge Santa Cruz (32-1-1, 18 Kos), became the first native of Northern Ireland to become a two-division world champion.

 

The majority decision, skorja 114-114 jiġbed, 116-112 u 117-111, was fought at a blistering pace from the outset.

 

Santa Cruz’s hallmark has always been his high-octane output and power punching, but the three-division world champion was unable to utilize his reach advantage, and his activity was eliminated by Frampton’s tremendous counterpunching and power shots. While both fighters are top 10 in the world in jabs, a staggering 402 of their 497 combined landed punches were power shots.

 

While Santa Cruz landed almost equal the amount of power shots – 206 vs. 191 – the 46 percent that Frampton connected on appeared to land cleaner and inflict more damage. And while Santa Cruz was the taller fighter, he lunged forward and fought short on the inside, allowing Frampton to minimize the reach and contest the battle toe-to-toe, where it suited him best.

 

“It’s a dream come true,"Qal Frampton. “I had the dream of winning a world title and I won it, but I never thought I’d win in two divisions. Kienet ġlieda iebsa, I wanted it to be a tough fight because I wanted a fight the people could remember. I respect him a lot. He was a true warrior.

 

“I had a good game plan. Shane was an unbelievable coach. He told me every time I came back into the corner that we could win this a lot easier. But I won it with my heart, not with my head and I got my hand raised.

 

“Distance control and hitting hard were the keys. I won the fight because I didn’t lose control. I earned his respect early in the fight with my distance control and hard punching. I would love to take this man to Belfast for a rematch and show the people there what a great fighter he is.”

 

In calling out the other champions at 126 pounds – including IBF champion Lee Selby and WBC champion Gary Russell Jr, who were both in attendance – Frampton said: “I want big, memorable fights.” Click HERE for Frampton’s full post fight interview.

 

Santa Cruz, who captured belts at 118, 122 u 126 liri, disagreed with decision but agreed with Frampton’s wish for a rematch.

 

“It was a tough fight from the beginning,” Santa Cruz said. “We knew it was going to be a tough fight, but I thought it was close when I was in there throwing. Maybe the judges were hearing the crowd and thought that every little punch was scoring.

 

“He has a difficult style, but we know his style and will get him in the rematch. The crowd was cheering, and I think the judges saw that. Maybe, without that, we would have had a draw or maybe a decision.

 

“It’s hard to get your first loss, but now we’ll go back to the gym, we’ll get the rematch and we’ll win. And that loss will mean nothing. I want to have a rematch in Los Angeles, but I’ll go to Belfast too.”

 

Undefeated former two-division world champion Mikey Garcia returned to the ring in impressive fashion after a two-and-a-half year absence, flooring former titlist Elio Rojas four times en route to a fifth round TKO (2:02).

 

Garcia (35-0, 29 Kos) showed no signs of ring rust as he stalked forward from the opening bell. The former 126 and 130-pound titlist and pound-for-pound mainstay floored Rojas (24-3, 14 Kos) midway through the third with a right-left combo, sending the Dominican to the canvas for just the second time in his career. Rojas beat the count, but a monster right sent him falling face-forward less than one minute later for the second knockdown of the round. Għal darb'oħra, the durable Rojas continued to come forward as Garcia teed-off.

 

Rojas was tagged again midway through the fifth with a huge right, falling to the canvas for the third time in fight. Now bleeding from his nose, Rojas was knocked down again just seconds later by a brutal right uppercut from Garcia. Għal darb'oħra, Rojas beat the count, but looked defeated and referee Eddie Claudio stopped the fight.

 

The two-and-a-half-year layoff sparked a fire in me and motivated me to do the best that I could,” said Garcia, li ġew żbarkati 50 mija ta 'shots enerġija tiegħu. “Elio is a tough guy and a former world champion. He didn’t come for a paycheck; he came to win.

 

Elio took advantage of the opportunity. But we trained for a great performance like this and I was thrilled to get the job done. It felt great to be here with a supportive crowd behind me. I’m looking forward to getting back in there and winning another world title.

 

Despite the four knockdowns, Rojas disagreed with the stoppage and wanted to continue fighting.

 

I was able to get off the canvas because I trained so hard,” Rojas said. “Mikey is just stronger. I’m a natural 126-pounder fighting above my weight. It was a great matchup and Mikey is a great fighter. I have no doubt that he is going to take over the division.

 

I was very upset when the fight was stopped. I wanted to keep going because I have a champion’s heart and I never want to quit.

 

Once-beaten 154-pound contender Tony Harrison secured the IBF’s No. 2 position with a ninth round TKO (1:18) ta Sergey Rabchenko in the opening bout of the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast.

 

Harrison (24-1, 20 Kos) is now ranked No. 2 behind IBF Junior Middleweight World Champion Jermall Charlo and No. 1 mandatory challenger Julian Williams, who have agreed to fight later this year.

 

Harrison set up the distance with his jab, controlled the pace and outpunched Rabchenko (27-2, 20 Kos) by a nearly 2-1 margin. He was breaking Rabchenko down with a steady diet of power shots and well-timed jabs when he floored the Belarus native with a sharp right hand one minute into the ninth. Rabchenko got up, but looked defeated and unsteady on his feet, forcing referee Arthur Mercante to halt the contest.

 

Harrison landed 11 ta 40 jabs per round on top of an impressive 46 mija ta 'shots enerġija tiegħu.

 

This is definitely my biggest win ever,” Harrison said. “I was luring him to sleep. My trainer told me that I would have the right hand behind the jab and that’s what happened. I’m a finisher. I had him hurt and I said to the ref ‘you better not let him go.I knew I had him beat.

 

“A focused Tony Harrison can beat anybody at 154-pounds. Now it’s on Jermall Charlo and Julian Williams. I’m in the catbird seat.

 

Rabcheko threw an average of only 31 punches per round, connecting just seven per round.

I didn’t throw enough punches,” Rabchenko admitted. “I kept relying on my defense and didn’t attack enough. I was looking for one shot and it was difficult to do it against Tony Harrison with one punch. The ref did a great job with the stoppage. My health is first and foremost. The health of any fighter is the most important thing. I knew I couldn’t continue.

 

Former two-division world champion and SHOWTIME analyst Paulie Malignaggi won a 10-round unanimous decision over fellow Brooklynite Gabriel Bracero in the “Battle for Brooklyn.” The welterweight bout was scored 96-94 u 98-92 darbtejn.

 

“The Magic Man” stuck to his usual game plan, jabbing at range and utilizing his reach advantage against the naturally smaller Bracero, who was unable to get inside against the master technician. Malinaggi (36-7, 7 Kos) dictated the pace and was the more effective fighter, inżul 35 percent of his total punches compared to 29 for Bracero (24-3, 5 Kos). Malignaggi dominated with the jab, inżul 11 per round, which is double the welterweight average.

 

I knew Bracero was a counter-puncher like myself. I was just trying to be the sharper counter-puncher. We both try to set traps and I just wanted to make him earn any points that he got. Fl-istess ħin, I felt like I had to earn my points. I dictated the fight with pot shots and stepping over.

 

I didn’t want to get desperate. I wanted to force him to get desperate from being behind on the scorecards. I think I did a good job of that. As the fight went on, I just used my movement and feints to stay in control.

 

“The plan was to keep it simple – if he didn’t adjust to any traps, then I was going to keep using them. I kept it as simple as I could against a guy who if you complicate things, he will catch you. He’s a counter-puncher who can make you pay. "

 

Later in the evening, Malignaggi returned to his ringside position as commentator for the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast.

 

I’m excited to call the fights tonight,” Malignaggi said. “I’m a fan before I’m a fighter. I’m excited to go to work right now.”

 

Fil-bout ftuħ fuq Showtime boxing fuq ESTREM SHO, Philadelphia’s Tevin Farmerrebaħ tiegħu 15th consecutive fight with an impressive 10-round unanimous decision over previously once-beaten lightweight Ivan Redkach, skorja, 99-89, 98-90 darbtejn.

 

Fighting on his 26th birthday, Farmer (22-4-1, 5 Kos) was the more effective fighter from the start. He was able to fight on the inside against the naturally bigger Redkach (19-2-1, 15 Kos), who’s only defeat had come in a 2015 title eliminator against current WBC Lightweight World Champion Dejan Zlaticanin.

 

Farmer, who’s winning streak dates back to a 2012 loss to current 130-pound titlist Jose Pedraza, żbarkati 42 mija ta 'puntelli enerġija tiegħu mqabbla ma' biss 19 percent for Redkach, who landed just 16 mija tal puntelli totali tiegħu.

 

I’m proud of my performance tonight,” Farmer said. “I was very confident that I would be victorious as long as I executed the game plan and that’s what I did. I want a world title. I’m going to go back to 130-pounds and I feel like I’m ready for a title shot. If I have to fight an eliminator I will. I won’t back down from any challenge.

 

I beat him down. I was the more experienced fighter and I came in with more rounds and with better opponents on my resume.

 

Both fighters were deducted a point, Farmer in the eighth for a low blow and Redkach in the ninth for an intentional head butt.

 

The SHOWTIME EXTREME telecast also featured highlights of WBO Featherweight World Champion Amanda Serrano as she dropped Colombia’s Calixta Silgado twice on her way to a first round stoppage.

 

Serrano (29-1-1, 22 Kos) defended her title in the first women’s world championship bout at Barclays Center and made quick work of the challenger. Serrano swarmed Silgado (14-7-3, 9 Kos) from the start with strong combinations and powerful hooks. Silgado was able to recover from the first knockdown but was quickly smothered by Serrano, who sent her to the canvas and forced referee Benjy Esteves to halt the bout 1:41 into round one.

 

I just wanted to get in there and show the fans and everybody out there that women can fight,” Said Serrano. “We have talent as well. Il-sema hija l-limitu. I want more belts. I’m going to drop down to 122-pounds and become a four-division world champion like Miguel Cotto.

 

Featherweight World Champions Lee Selby and Gary Russell Jr. were interviewed by SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® host Brian Custer during the SHOWTIME® telecast. See below for quote excerpts:

 

Lee Selby: “Look, it isn’t my nature to call anyone out. But I know that these guys are looking to fight me, so I will accept the offer with open hands. In the build up to this fight, Leo Santa Cruz says he’ll fight me too. Allura, I accept both challenges.”

 

Gary Russell Jr: “I want all of the above. I want to address something that that Lee Selby said. He said that no one knows who Gary Russell is. Well, everyone knows who the WBC featherweight champ is, and it’s Mr. Gary Russell. We are both men and I expect you to conduct yourself as a man. Don’t use this as an out to try to avoid fighting me.”

 

Lee Selby: “I can clarify. Back home, Carl Frampton is a huge name. A fight between he and I would be bigger, that’s what I was saying.”

 

Gary Russell Jr: “Look, I like the IBF belt. I want to add it to my collection. And as for Leo Santa Cruz, he wants to avenge the loss I gave him in amateurs. Allura, me and Leo, we can make it happen.”

 

The SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast will re-air on It-tnejn, Awissu. 1 fi 11 p.m. U/PT. The SHOWTIME BOXING on SHO EXTREME telecast will re-air on L-Erbgħa, Awissu. 3 fi 11:05 p.m. U/PT.

 

The evet was presented by Premier Boxing Champions and promoted by DiBella Entertainment in association with Cyclone Promotions.

 

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“PAULIE MALIGNAGGI: DEAR BOXING” PENS OPEN LETTER SHARING HIS INTIMATE THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS ON WHY HE KEEPS FIGHTING

 

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“Boxing Gave Me Things I Couldn’t imagine. Boxing Let Me Dream. That’s What I’m Fighting For: That Chance To Dream Again.”

Veteran boxer, a former two-division world champion, Paulie Malignaggi pens an open letter to the sport of boxing as the Magic Man prepares to step into the ring once more on Saturday night.

 

Malignaggi (35-7, 7 Kos) will face Gabriel Bracero in a 10-round welterweight bout between fellow Brooklynite in the SHOWTIME ESTREM® main event tomorrow, Saturday live at 7 p.m. U/PT from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y..

 

Malignaggi explains in the letter why he keeps on climbing into the ring: “I know fighters don’t age gracefully,” he says. “I know fighters get hurt. But I also know in my heart, I gotta fight. At least one more time. Għaliex? I’ll tell you why: Love.”

 

After his bout, Malignaggi, also a Showtime Sports® boxing analyst, plans to join the announce team and call the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® tripleheader featuring featherweight world champion Leo Santa Cruz defending against N. Ireland’s Carl Frampton and the return of undefeated and former two-division champion Mikey Garcia facing ex-champion Elio Rojas, jgħixu fuqSHOWTIME® (9 p.m. U/6 p.m. PT).

Leo Santa Cruz vs. Carl Frampton Final Press Conference Quotes & Ritratti

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BROOKLYN (Lulju 28, 2016) – Undefeated champion tad-dinja ta 'tliet diviżjoni Leo Santa Cruz and undefeated former unified 122-pound world champion Carl Frampton went face-to-face Il-Ħamis at the final press conference before their featherweight world title clash that headlines a SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING tripleheader dan IS-SIBT, Lulju 30 jgħixu minn Barclays Center fi Brooklyn.
Televised coverage begins on SHOWTIMEat 9 p.m. U/6 p.m. PT and features undefeated former world champion Mikey Garcia teħid fuq eks champion tad-dinja Elio Rojas fil-każ ko prinċipali,plus once-beaten contenders Tony Harrison u Sergey Rabchenko in a junior middleweight title eliminator.
Champion dinja żewġ time Paulie Malignaggi meets fellow Brooklynite Gabriel Bracero in the SHOWTIME EXTREME main event. Coverage begins at 7 p.m. U/PT with a lightweight battle between Ivan Redkach u Tevin Farmer.
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The fighters spoke to media Il-Ħamis at the Dream Hotel Downtown in Manhattan. Hawnhekk huwa dak li l-parteċipanti kellhom jgħidu:
LEO SANTA CRUZ
I’m glad that my whole family is here and I’m thankful to my whole team that got me ready for this opportunity.
I’m so happy to have my dad here. We thought about not taking this fight when he got the [cancer] diagnosis. He’s always been there with me since the beginning of my career. Since I was very small. When the doctors told me that he would be in my corner, I was even more ready for this fight.
I know that this is going to be an interesting fight. We’re both undefeated and we’re going to make it a war. Neither of us wants that first loss. We’re going to leave it all in the ring. This won’t be an easy fight. It’s a 50-50 ġlieda. The fighter who wants it the most will win the night.
I want boxing fans from every backgroundLatino people from everywhereMexicans, Dominicans, Puerto Ricansto come out and support me and come watch a great fight nhar is-Sibt lejl.”
CARL Frampton
I’ve worked very hard in the gym and I feel strong at 126 liri. This new weight suits me and you will see the result in the ring.
Nothing can compare to this opportunity. People know me in Belfast, but Leo Santa Cruz is a three-weight world champion who gives me the opportunity to become more well known.
This fight sells itself. I respect all my opponents until I’m disrespected myself. I respect Leo because of his actions and because of the great fighter that he is.
I’m a different animal now at 126 liri. I was only performing at 70 jew 80 percent of what my capabilities were. I’m feeling strong and I’m a different fighter. This will be my best performance.
I’m honored to be on a bill with so many great fighters. There are four fights that could probably top a bill in their own right. I’m honored to be here and I’m going to get the victory nhar is-Sibt lejl.”
Mikey GARCIA
It’s been a while since I’ve done this but I’m very excited to be back. I want to thank everyone who helped put this fight together.
Everybody has said it all. Aħna lesti. We’re prepared and we’ve had a great training camp. Rojas has the boxing skills to make this complicated.
I have better skills than any fighter put in front of me. This will be the beginning of the next stage of my career. The most memorable part of my career.
ELIO ROJAS
I’m very thankful for this opportunity. I’m really happy about being on this show. In this fight. I know I’m being brought in as an opponent, but I’m going to let the fans know that I’m not just an opponent.
I know who Mikey Garcia is. I have all the abilities to win on Lulju 30. I’ve always been a boxer who was never protected. I always prepare to win the fight and this will be no exception.
TONY HARRISON
I’m just excited to be back on a platform like this. I’m ready put in work. I know my opponent doesn’t speak much English, but I bet he speaks hands.
No disrespect to Ricky Hatton, because what he’s done for his country and for Rabchenko is amazing, but I don’t care about it at all. Seeing Ricky over there fuels me even more to get the win.
I just had a son, he’s three months old. He’s my new motivation. We’ve pushed it to the max in training camp. I’m ready to swim with the sharks. I’ve transitioned from a sprinter to a marathon runner. I’m ready to go into the later rounds.
I’m ready to put Detroit back on the map. One thing you know about Detroit, we’re about that action. Nhar is-Sibt, we’re coming for it.
SERGEY RABCHENKO
This is a very nice country and a great city for boxing. It’s my first time here and it’s very exciting. I’m going to give the fans a really good fight.
I know my opponent is a young, strong kid fighter and he will be ready. I want him to be ready so that we can give the fans a great show.
Paulie Malignaggi
I hear young guys like Tony Harrison and Tevin Farmer come up here and talk, it reminds me of my young days. The gym I train in down in Miami is full of young guys hungry to break through. That’s the feeling we all used to have in the gym. It starts to rub off on you when you hang around motivated people.
I need to have great motivation and that fire to return to the top level. I took a couple steps back after the Garcia fight and gradually stepped up. I think Gabe is another step up. He’s a hungry and motivated guy.
I know Gabriel Bracero, not only as a fighter, but I know his spirit. We came up together in the same generation of New York fighters.
It’s all love and respect. But this Brooklyn Belt, it looks pretty nice. This is staying here in Bensonhurst.
GABRIEL BRACERO
I want to thank Tommy Gallagher, my trainer. He always stood by my side and always believed in me. No matter what the critics said. It’s because of him that I’m standing here now.
I’ve made mistakes in life. I was away from this sport for a while. Boxing was always my dream though. I stayed focused so that I can come out and do what I’m doing now. Not too many people can bounce back from a situation like that.
IS-SIBT is a big fight and I’m looking forward to it. I’m really thankful that Paulie gave me this opportunity. I always followed his career and his successes. It was a dream of mine to come out here and have the same success he had. I looked up to him.
To be here right now and to be able to fight Paulie is incredible. He’s giving me the opportunity to reach his level of success.
I encourage everyone to come out IS-SIBT lejl. I’m going to leave my heart in the ring. That Brooklyn Belt is beautiful and I can’t wait to have it around my waist. This is business, not personal. You should get ready to see fireworks.
IVAN REDKACH
I’m very thankful to be part of such a great event. I changed a lot about my training heading into this fight. I’ve trained with the great champion Leo Santa Cruz and it has me ready.
I want to show everyone in the ring what I can do, not up on the stage with my words.
TEVIN FARMER
I want to thank my training staff for preparing me for battle IS-SIBT lejl. I’m thankful for this opportunity.
This is another chance to show the world who I am. I have about three years with no losses. I started boxing as a hobby. But when I realized how much talent I had, I started training right.
Since I started taking this sport seriously, I’ve been taking guys out easily. Ivan Redkach will get this work. It’s going to be easy.
I’m not about talk. A lot of people don’t know who I am, but everyone will know nhar is-Sibt lejl.”
AMANDA SERRANO
To be here with these great fighters is an amazing opportunity. I’m very honored. I’m ready to fight and successfully defend my title.
I’m going to show all the critics and non-believers that female fighters have the talent and courage of the male fighters, and we’re here to stay. Come out nhar is-Sibt night for a great show.
BARRY McGuigan, Manager Frampton tal, Ex Champion tad-Dinja & Sala ta 'Famer
We’re delighted to be here in Manhattan for this potential Fight of the Year. The whole team that made this fight happen has been fantastic.
I just wanted to say that we’re thrilled that Jose Santa Cruz is back on his feet, every one of our families is affected by cancer.
This is a clash of styles that could make it a fight of the year. We have the utmost respect for Leo Santa Cruz, but we’re here to win and we will win.
Lou DIBELLA, President tal DiBella Entertainment
I think that this is the best card that I’ve ever been able to promote. This is the deepest boxing card from top to bottom that I’ve seen.
Barclays Center has become one of the homes for great boxing. It is the premier venue right now for boxing in this country. The Brooklyn Boxing program is something that Barclays Center is truly committed to.
If you’re from Brooklyn, then you want that Brooklyn Belt. It’s about carrying the mantle of being that guy from Brooklyn. That’s what both Paulie and Gabe are going to try to do.
The main event is one of the elite fights that can be made in the sport. These are two amazing fighters. The winner won’t just be a featherweight champion; the winner will have an argument for the pound-for-pound list.
STEPHEN Espinoza, Viċi-President Eżekuttiv & General Manager, Showtime Sports
SHOWTIME has been bringing its viewers the best, most competitive fights of the year, u IS-SIBT will be no exception.
The 154-pound division is the deepest and hottest in the sport. Tony Harrison and Rabchenko are looking to make their mark and get up to the next level of the division.
Having Mikey Garcia back is a treat. It’s a big positive for the sports of boxing. Elio Rojas is not just an opponent though. He is tough, he is hungry and I expect this to be an amazing fight as well.
The main event is again the best versus the best. Two of the most aggressive fighters in any division. There’s nothing else to say about this fight other than that it will be all action. I think this fight could be better than Thurman vs. Ilbes.
We’re proudest of all to have the best versus the best. This is what boxing should be. You should be there if you can nhar is-Sibtnight and if not, watch on SHOWTIME, you will not be disappointed.
BRETT YORMARK, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment
This is arguably the strongest card from top to bottom that we’ve had in Brooklyn since we’ve hosted fight cards. This will be a great follow-up to the incredible Thurman vs. Porter fight last fight. We expect another headlining fight that could be a leading contender for Fight of the Year. We are honored to welcome these two great competitors to Brooklyn. They are two of the most exciting fighters in the sport and we wish both of you the best nhar is-Sibt.
Sibt card certainly has a Brooklyn flavor to it. It begins with Bensonhurst’s Paulie Malignaggi taking on Gabriel Bracero from Sunset Park with the Brooklyn’s World Championship on the line.
“Amanda Serrano, another Brooklynite, will be the first women ever to defend her title at Barclays Center. We look forward to seeing you in the ring nhar is-Sibt lejl.”
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SHOWTIME SPORTS® VIDEO FEATURES: LEO SANTA CRUZ FIGHTS FOR HIS AILING FATHER; CARL FRAMPTON AIMS TO REPLICATE SUCCESS OF MENTOR BARRY MCGUIGAN

Santa Cruz Family Opens Up About Father Jose’s Battle With Cancer

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Frampton, & McGuigan Plan For Irish Invasion

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As Leo Santa Cruz and Carl Frampton prepare to collide for one of the top spots in the featherweight division din is-Sibt, the undefeated fighters have plenty of motivation as they approach their marquee summer blockbuster.

 

Boxing has always been a family affair for the Santa Cruz clan, with father Jose leading the charge with the assistance of Leo’s brother, Anthony. But a frightening diagnosis of cancer has threatened to prevent Jose from manning Leo’s corner for the first time in his career.

 

After unifying the super bantamweight division, Frampton moved up to featherweight for his second fight in the U.S. And while the Irish sensation aims to become a two-division world champion, he’s also hoping to become a star in America and follow in the footsteps of his mentor, Hall of Famer Barry McGuigan.

 

Check out these intimate SHOWTIME Sports features on Santa Cruz and Frampton as they approach a career-defining moment din is-Sibt, jgħixu fuq Showtime® (9 p.m. U/6 p.m. PT) minn Barclays Center fil Brooklyn.

 

#SantaCruzFrampton

 

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Undefeated former two-division world champion Mikey Garcia will fight for the first time in two-and-one-half years when he faces Elio Rojas in the co-feature on SHOWTIME. In the opening bout of the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP boxing® telecast, Tony Harrison u Sergey Rabchenko will meet in a 12-round IBF Junior Middleweight Elimination Bout.

 

An all-Brooklyn showdown between welterweights Paulie “Magic Man” Malignaggi uGabriel “Tito” Bracero highlights the undercard on SHOWTIME BOXING on SHOWTIME EXTREME®. A 10-round clash between once-beaten lightweight Ivan Redkach and streaking Tevin Farmer, rebbieħ ta ' 14 straight, will open the SHOWTIME EXTREME®telecast live at 7 p.m. U/PT.

 

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Leo Santa Cruz vs. Carl Frampton Fight Week Media Workout Quotes & Ritratti

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BROOKLYN (Lulju 27, 2016) – Undefeated featherweight world champion Leo Santa Cruz and undefeated former unified 122-pound world champion, Irish star Carl Frampton, were joined by undercard fighters in Manhattan at Church Street BoxingL-Erbgħa for the final media workout before Sibt SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP boxing tripleheader live from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Kopertura televiżjoni jibda fil 9 p.m. U/6 p.m. PT on SHOWTIME following fights on SHOWTIME EXTREME that begin at 7 p.m. U/PT.
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In attendance L-Erbgħa and fighting on SHOWTIME wereundefeated two-division world champion Mikey Garcia u eks champion dinja Elio Rojas, who meet in a 10-round super lightweight bout, plus super welterweights Tony Harrison u Sergey Rabchenko, who meet in a world title eliminator.
Also working out at Church Street Boxing were the main event boxers on SHOWTIME EXTREME, Brooklyn natives Paulie Malignaggi u Gabriel Bracero.
Hawnhekk huwa dak li l-ġellieda kellhom jgħidu L-Erbgħa:
LEO SANTA CRUZ
I’m ready to come here and give a great fight. I tixtieq li tagħmel dan gwerra. Carl Frampton is a great fighter and he makes for an interesting fight. I’m excited to perform in front of the fans.
Carl is an undefeated fighter just like myself, so we’re both going to be hungry. We’re going to leave it all in the ring. Neither of us wants to lose and we’re going to give it our all.
My dad is going to be in my corner and that’s very important to me. We’re both excited to give the fans a great show. It’s a great relief to have him here and for many more years.
I think that this is the perfect time for this fight. We’re both undefeated and in the prime of our careers. It’s an easy fight to make and a really big fight that the fans will love.
I don’t think moving up in weight will affect Carl at all. He’s got a big frame and he’s a big guy. He is probably a little bit bigger than me. I know he had problems making 122 liri, but this should be easier for him.
I think he’s going to move and I’m going to have to be smart and not get caught. If I’m not feeling his punches, then we’re going to stand in front of him and exchange. I can also box with him if I need.
I know I’ll have to use my jab and follow up with the right. We have a game plan and backup plans. We’ll be ready for anything.
I think our styles are both very exciting. I ma jistgħux jistennew għall- IS-SIBT lejl. This is the right fight. I’m hoping that both of us come forward and give the fans a show.
People think Frampton is the underdog because he’s moving up in weight. But I moved up in weight too. I never take an opponent lightly. I’m going to come really hungry. I respect every fighter and I train for my opponent to be at his best.
I have a lot of respect for Frampton. He has everything you need to be a great fighter. Excellent footwork, great power and good punches. Once he’s in the ring with me, I’m fighting for my future.
This could definitely be a career-defining fight. I think getting a win over Carl Frampton will get me to the next level. I think the winner of the fight will be considered one of the best fighters in the world.
JOSE SANTA CRUZ, Leo’s Father & Trainer
I’m really happy to be here. I’ve been at all of Leo’s fights and it’s great to be at this one. This is just another reason to be happy. I’m so thrilled for Leo that he has this opportunity and to be here for him.
I know Frampton is undefeated, but Leo comes very prepared. He has worked hard in camp, like he always does. Hopefully both fighters give the fans a good fight on fight night.
CARL Frampton
It’s getting big this week. It’s real. I’m completely up for it. I’m excited to bring a big crowd over here and I’m going to do everything I can to have my hand raised.
This is a dream of mine. To come to America and box is something I’ve always wanted to do. Barclays Center is taking over as the best venue in New York and I’m going to look to put on a world-class performance. It will take my best to get this victory.
Obviously I have enough motivation on my own, but it would be nice to bring back the title that Barry (McGuigan) once owned. It feels a bit like destiny for me. It’s my turn to win it back for him. I’m doing this for my whole team. I’m doing this for my family and I’m doing this for my entire country.
I’ve dealt with fighting bigger guys throughout my whole career. I’m used to it. I’ve fought bigger guys than Santa Cruz. I think on fight night I’m going to be stronger. People forget that he started his career at bantamweight while I fought as a featherweight in the amateurs. On the night, I’ll be the bigger man and that will be the difference.
Leo seems like a nice guy and he’s very respectful. I’ve been respectful to him. He’s obviously a very good fighter. This is a world title fight, so I don’t think we need any extra words between the two of us. We’re both undefeated and we’re looking for a war.
The last time I was an underdog was 2009 during the Irish championships. I was a massive underdog and everyone who knew me won a lot of money that night.
Leo is a great fighter. He’s world class. Easily the toughest opponent that I’ve faced so far. But I think I’m Leo’s best opponent as well. I think this has all the ingredients to be a top quality fight. I’ve had a hard training camp and I’m ready to leave everything in the ring.
I’ve got a game plan. I’m not going to blink. We’re hoping that ‘game plan Awill work, but if not, I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve.
All the pressure is on Santa Cruz. Everyone is expecting him to win. I’m going to come in there and upset him. I’m here to put on a great performance and bring the belt back home.
I’ve gotten a good reception since coming to America and I think it will only grow on fight night. People will appreciate my style and I think our styles will gel well in the ring.
I’m feeling strong mentally and physically. I feel like my stamina level has increased with the new weight. I’m eating well and enjoying myself.
BARRY McGuigan, Manager Frampton tal, Ex Champion tad-Dinja & Sala ta 'Famer
Being here is great. I never got a chance to fight here in New York. I’ve always known that Frampton would be a sensation over here. We’ve always wanted to be here on the east coast. We’ve worked very hard with the Irish community to get his name out there. It’s been fantastic.
This is a can’t miss fight. It can’t be a bad fight, no matter how you look at it. It’s going to be an exciting fight. It might start off tepid, but it’s going to develop into a phenomenal fight. The mesh of styles is going to make this a Fight of the Year candidate.
It was a wonderful experience being at the Empire State Building yesterday and it was our first opportunity to meet the Santa Cruz family. They’re wonderful people and Leo is an incredible fighter. He’s not arrogant and he’s the sort of guy that everybody likes. We admire Santa Cruz, but we believe that Carl is going to put on an amazing performance IS-SIBT lejl.
What’s important is winning nhar is-Sibt lejl. We put so much time and commitment to this game. You don’t want to do all that work and lose. Getting the win is vital.
Mikey GARCIA
I don’t feel any pressure at all. Lili, it’s just another day at the office. I have faith in my abilities and confidence in what I can do as a boxer. I’m excited to be back. I’m going to go in there and take care of business like I always do.
The New York fans have always showed me a lot of love and support. Ma jimpurtax liema, they’re in for a good boxing match. The fans are great and they want a great fight. I never look to make a boring fight. I always want to put on a show. I want to give the fans something to talk about.
I’m more motivated than I ever have been before. It’s been a long time of working hard in the gym every day.
I’m very happy to be back and I want to accomplish a lot more. I think you’re going to see a better Mikey nhar is-Sibt. My will to win is higher than it’s ever been.
Being on a card like this is a reminder of everything that I can be. If there is interest in me right now, it shows that someone believes in me. We put everything else aside and focused on this date. Wara, I’m looking for a world title.
ROBERT GARCIA, Mikey’s Brother & Trainer
I think that Mikey is going to put on a great performance. Anything could happen in boxing. Mikey should look good and he should win convincingly.
I think the interest that people have in Mikey’s future shows how much potential he has. He’s a guy who could be a big name to help carry the sport.
We haven’t been listening to anything outside of the camp. We stopped any conversations outside of training to get 100 percent focused on this fight. We’re looking to come back stronger than ever.
ELIO ROJAS
We’re both coming off of long layoffs. I see the fight pretty even. Garcia might have some advantages of being the bigger guy but I’m not worried about that.
The new weight feels good. It’s different but it’s nice to not have to kill the body to make weight. We’ve been on weight for two weeks. I’ve brought some power with me as I go up in weight. Inħoss qawwija.
I’ve been doing everything right in training camp. My specialty is moving my hands and excellent footwork.
I feel like I can beat Mikey Garcia. I have some things that I think will give Mikey Garcia a lot of trouble. I have the tools. We know that Mikey is the favorite. Everyone thought LeBron James was going to lose in the Finals when he was down 3-1, but this is a sport and anything can happen.
TONY HARRISON
I take this sport seriously. Everything I do, I do 100 mija. I’m here for the city of Detroit. The city needs something to rejuvenate and that’s what I’m trying to do. I want to bring big-time boxing back to Detroit.
This is going to be a fan-friendly fight. This is going to be like Thurman vs. Ilbes. The styles are just perfect for this fight. I’m going to be at my best on fight night.
Being here in New York is great. I can tell right away that it’s a great fight atmosphere and I love it.
It was a very long camp. I’m in great shape and ready mentally. I have a lot to prove in this fight and I’m excited to get in there.
I watched a 15-second clip of him and then I shut the video off. I don’t want to make adjustments off of him, I want him to adjust to me. I know that he’s a tough competitor. You can’t take anything away from his record.
“Jien tieħdu ġlieda wieħed fi żmien. I just want to get the respect that I deserve. That’s what I’m coming for. They call me for a fight and I say yes.
I think I’m at my best right now. I’m starting to peak. I’m starting to find my grown-man strength and my second wind in the ring. When I’m going in late rounds I feel comfortable.
Whoever wants to fight; they know I’m going to say yes. I just want to compete. I’m fighting for my city and I want to see where I’m at. I’m ready to carry the load for Detroit boxing. I wouldn’t want to be from anywhere else.
My team is definitely the strongest it’s ever been. I’m in a really good place mentally right now. I think I’m going to show a whole new level nhar is-Sibt lejl.”
SERGEY RABCHENKO
It’s the most important fight of my life. I think it’s a very interesting fight, with it being my first time in America. I’ve enjoyed it a lot so far. New York never sleeps. There are always many different kinds of people. It’s a nice city.
Having Ricky Hatton as my trainer helps me because of his great experience. He’s been in many big fights and he’s a great trainer. I’m very comfortable working with him.
I am aiming for a knockout, but I’m ready for 12 rawnds. It’s boxing though, so anything can happen. It could be over very quickly.
This is a big chance in my life. It’s a big step and I’m ready to take advantage of it.
RICKY HATTON, Rabchenko’s Trainer
This isn’t exactly like fighting, but I do get very nervous and tense in the corner. I’ve fulfilled my dreams and now I’m here trying to help other fighters fulfill their dreams. I get nervous but I’m confident in him.
Sergey has been a pleasure to train. I think he’s going to be a world champion. I really do. He’s been a European Champion and he’s overcome his loss. I think this is the best he’s ever been. We’ll hope that it translates to IS-SIBT night because he certainly has the potential to be a world champion.
I can’t train fighters that I’m not fond of. I’ve known Sergey for a number of years and I’m here for him. I have a feel for being in the corner with him. There is a different type of nerves I have being in the corner.
Paulie Malignaggi
I hope the crowd enjoys this fight. I really want to put on a show for the local fans and represent for my home.
It would normally be strange to fight a guy I know so well. But I know he’s a competitor. I’ve known his mentality since the amateurs. He’s coming to win. Once the bell rings, this guy isn’t taking any prisoners. I trained with that same mentality.
I know we’re both competitors. Who wants the bragging rights nhar is-Sibt lejl?
Hopefully we can bring some fans of ours to the building nhar is-Sibt night and they can become fans of Santa Cruz and Frampton.
This is a great crossroads fight. I trained for the competitor that I know he is and I’m ready to put on a show.
This fight gives me an opportunity to keep dreaming in that ring. I have an opportunity to do some things that people don’t think I’m able to, but I feel like I still can. I’m going to put my skills to good use and accomplish what I’m set out to do.
It’s not about impressing myself, it’s about getting the job done to the best of my abilities. I want to prove to people that I still have more left than they think.
GABRIEL BRACERO
This is all business. Paulie is a friend now and he’ll be a friend after. But I’m trying to make it to Paulie’s level. He is successful and I’m trying to do the same thing. Boxing is my outlet to reach those goals.
There was a time when I was away in prison. I would receive boxing magazines in the mail and see Paulie there and on TV. I wanted to be Paulie’s competition and have his success. By him giving me this opportunity I can accomplish that. I’m thankful but I’m taking him down.
I don’t want to sound overconfident. You’re going to see a chess match. Paulie is a boxer. When he makes a mistake, I’m going to capitalize on it. The rest will be a surprise.
This is the biggest fight of my career. If I beat Paulie, my career will jump to the next level. I can get the big fights that I’m looking for. I’m never looking past Paulie and I’m focused on the task at hand.
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