NEW YORK (April 8, 2019) – Ein IBF Female WM-Titel auf der Linie und Boxgeschichte Frauen wird am Samstag gemacht werden, April 13, wie sie Fightnight, LIVE Bereitgestellt von Everlast wieder arbeitet neben Showtime Sports eine große Nacht liefern von Action-Fan überall zu kämpfen. Beginnend an 6 p.m. ET live aus dem geheiligten Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N. J., die interaktive, FREE Facebook-Serie deckt den Tisch für die Shields vs. Hammer unumstritten Meisterschaft im Mittelgewicht Showdown mit fünf Kämpfen, einschließlich einem WM-Titel-Wettbewerbs und eine Main Event Vorschau der ungeschlagenen Champion mit Claressa Shields Sie selber.
“Wir freuen uns, eine Rolle in dem, was eine historische Nacht in Frauenboxen sein, und es spricht auf die Fortschritte unserer Plattform gemacht hat ausschließlich unsere erste Weltmeisterschaft matchup Luft,” sagte, Mark Fratto, Haupt- und Director of Business Development, Linacre Medien. “Der WM-Kampf wird Teil eines hervorragenden Abend der Facebook-Aktion mit Titelanwärter und angehende Stars sein, und ein exklusives Interview mit Claressa Shields, und natürlich wir sind begeistert, zusammen mit Showtime zu arbeiten wieder.”
Die LIVE-Fightnight Lineup wird durch ungeschlagen russischen titelte Elena Gradinar (9-0, 2 KOs), die vies für ihren ersten WM-Titel, als sie auf den zweimaligen Titelherausforderer nimmt Brenda Karen Carabajal (15-4-1, 9 KOs) um die vakante IBF-Federgewicht-Weltmeisterschaft – der allererste WM-Kampf für die beliebte Facebook-Serie. In Super-Fliegengewicht Aktion, 23 jährige Detroit-native Ja'Rico O'Quinn (11-0, 8 KOs) sieht in einem Acht-Runden-Kampf gegen Minnesota ungeschlagen zu bleiben Vicente Alfaro Martinez (9-4, 3 KOs). Die Karte wird auch die ehemaligen Schwergewichts-Titel Herausforderer gehört Samuel Peter (37-6, 30 KOs) in einer Acht-Runde matchup und Jesse Angel Hernandez (12-2, 7 KOs) von Fort Worth, Texas, Schritt für acht Runden-Super-Bantamgewicht Wettbewerb in. lokale standout Isiah Seldon(12-2, 4 KOs) öffnet sich die kostenlose Show auf Facebook drei Stunden vor Showtime Boxing trifft den Äther.
“April 13 ist eine fantastische Kampf-Karte, oben nach unten, von ehemaligen Schwergewichts-Champion Samuel Peter amerikanischen Super-Fliegengewicht Aussicht Jarico O'Quinn und die in hohem Maße wettbewerbsfähige IBF Federgewicht WM-Kampf zwischen No to top. 1-Platz Elena Gradinar aus Russland und Nein. 2 Anwärter Karen Carbajal aus Argentinien für den vakanten Gürtel kämpfen,” wobei Boxweltmeister-turned-Promotor Dmitriy Salita Wort Promotions. “Einige der besten Boxer der Welt werden auf der beliebtesten Social-Media-Plattform in der Welt zu sehen sein, Facebook LIVE-Fightnight, am 13. April.”
Jetzt in seiner zweiten Saison, Fightnight, LIVE Bereitgestellt von Everlast ist die Fan-freundliche Facebook-Plattform, – unter anderen Aspekten – ist stolz auf die Echtzeit-Gespräche zwischen Kampf Kommentatoren und dem Sicht Publikum gehalten. LIVE-Fightnight hat mehr zur Schau gestellt als 545 Kämpfer und 16 Aktionen während 33 Live-Event-Übertragungen aus 19 verschiedene Städte seit Mai 2017, und dabei, die interaktive Plattform aus in den Vereinigten Staaten und der ganzen Welt die treue Interesse der Fans kämpfen erzeugt, einschließlich der wesentlichen Publikum in Mexiko, Großbritannien und andere Teile Europas, und sogar Fans in Südamerika, Asien und Australien.
Seit Mai 2017, die Zahlen auf der 33-Show Fightnight LIVE-Serie zeigten Versprechen und Potenzial für die neue Plattform mit durchschnittlich 171,589 Ansichten pro Ereignis und mehr als 5.6 Millionen Aufrufe insgesamt für die Franchise. seit September. 2018, sechzehn Fightnight Live Season II zeigt haben erreicht 4.2 Millionen Fans und fast haben gemittelt 265,000 Ansichten.
der September. 2018 “King Boxing Tuesday Night Fights” (594,447) von dem Sand in Bethlehem, der Dezember. 2018 “Queens und Kings of Queens Karte” (379,758) in New York, Nov. 2018 “Harte Schlagen Showtime Collaboration” (372,662), der Dezember. 2018 “Roy Jones Jr. Texas Throwdown” (318,886), der Oktober. 2018 “Harte Schlagen Philly Sonder” (297,545), der Oktober. 2018 Stunde lang Bareknuckle “DVB-T” (292,253), Nov. 2018 “Titans in der Hauptstadt” (256,871), der Marsch 2019 Murphy Box “St. Patrick Tag Clash” (252,065), der September. 2017 “Real Deal Promotions: Empire State” von Resorts World Casino (225,000), der Marsch 2019 Murphy-Boxen “Melrose Mayhem” (218,409), der Februar. 2019 “Raging Babe Philly Sonder” (203,000) und der August 2017 CES “Super Saturday” von Foxwoods (203,000) alle protokollierten 200,000 oder mehr Ansichten, und zusammen die 33-show-Serie hat insgesamt gesehen mehr als 5,662,450 Ansichten über alle Geräte.
Zusätzlich zu den rohen Zuschauerzahlen, der vollständig interaktive, Fan-freundlichen Produktionen gesehen mehr als 430,000 kollektiver Live-Post Engagements (mehr als 13,000 pro Show), darunter mehr als 330,000 “Likes” oder “liebt,” mehr als 58,000 Kommentare und mehr als 19,000 Anteile.
der September. 2018 “King Boxing Tuesday Night Fights” von dem Sand in Bethlehem einen neuen Bar mit 594,447 Ansichten. der September. 2017 DiBella Karte Säge mehr als 40,000 Betrachter Wechselwirkungen darunter fast 39,000 “Likes” oder “liebt” und der März 17, 2018, Murphy “St. Patrick Tag Clash” einen neuen Hochwassermarke für Aktien mit 2,182.
Die Fightnight LIVE-Seite auf Facebook hat mehr als 87,000 Fans und mehr als 95,000 Anhänger.
Erstellt und produziert von Linacre Medien aus New York City, die Fightnight LIVE-Serie verfügt über professionelle Ansager, mehrere Kamerawinkel, TV-Grafiken, Replays und hinter den Kulissen Zugang und Interviews. Die gestreamten Shows sind weltweit überall dort, wo Facebook verfügbar ist. Die Initiative ermöglicht nicht nur Fans aus der ganzen Welt stimmen in, sondern gibt auch Kämpfer eine globale Plattform up-and-coming, ihre Fähigkeiten zu präsentieren, gibt Veranstalter ein zugängliches “Broadcast” Lösung und gibt Sponsoren die Möglichkeit, ein Massenpublikum über Branded Content zu erreichen.
Zusätzliche Fightnight LIVE-Frühling 2019 Termine in den kommenden Wochen offiziell bekannt gegeben werden.
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WBO Middleweight Champion Hammer Takes on Fellow Middleweight Champion Claressa Shields for Undisputed Middleweight Championship Saturday, April 13 Live auf Showtime® von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (April 5, 2019) – Before she arrived in New York Thursday for the final part of her training camp, WBO-Mittelgewichts-Weltmeister Christina Hammershared her thoughts on her showdown for the Undisputed Middleweight Championship against WBA, WBC and IBF Middleweight ChampionClaressa Shields Samstag April 13 live auf SHOWTIME aus der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
Germany’s Hammer has held a middleweight world title since 2010, defending it numerous times including in her U.S. debut last June on SHOWTIME in which she defeated Tori Nelson. Now she looks to stamp her name in the history books in this matchup against Shields that many are calling the most significant fight in women’s boxing history.
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 und kann über Ticketmaster und bei . gekauft werdenboardwalkhall.com.
Here are highlights of what Hammer had to say as we head into fight week for this historic event:
How excited are you about fighting in the U.S.?
Christina Hammer: “I’m really excited about it because this is a very big fight. I can’t wait to get there, step into the ring and put on a great performance.”
Was bedeutet dieser Kampf für dich?
CH: “This is going to be the biggest women’s fight in history. Wir sind beide Meister, she has Olympic gold medals and other accolades, so with all of that combined, it’s going to be a game changer for our sport.”
What do you need to do to win?
CH: “I’m a long time champion and I know what to do in the ring. I know I have the skills to beat her. I have great foot work and my goal is to beat her badly.”
What do you think of Claressa inside and outside of the ring?
CH: “Claressa has obviously accomplished a lot going back to the Olympics. This is a big step for her and I think it’s going to be a challenge for her. As a person, she’s just my opponent, that’s all.”
Can you describe your style of fighting and what fans can expect on April 13?
CH: “I’m tall for my division so I use my reach. I have great footwork and technique and power and I want to show off all those skills. I’m going to show that Christina Hammer is a great champion. I like to play with my opponent, and when the moment is right, I beat her down.”
Can you talk about your experiences as a fashion model and why that’s important to you?
CH: “I like modeling because it’s a different part of me. You can be more feminine and athletic. I did my first shoot three years ago and I had never done anything like that. I’ve worked on my skills there too.
“To be a model is an easy job, it just gives me confidence. Being a fighter is hard. You have to give everything, because in the ring you can’t run away. You have to fight and defeat someone.”
Would you ever want to compete in another sport?
CH: “Ich weiß nicht. Boxing is the best sport to me. It’s my passion. I give everything to the sport and my dream now is to be successful in America.”
Is there anyone in boxing history you’d have loved to fight?
CH: “Laila Ali was a great champion and If I fought her that would be a great fight.”
Do you see women’s boxing as a sport on the rise?
CH: “Ja, it’s really grown in recent years. There are more fights on big platforms for us and I think this is just the start.”
Would you recommend for other women to go into boxing?
CH: “Boxing is a great sport. You need technique, intelligence and it makes you feel more confident. If something happens, you can take care of yourself. It’s the best workout and I suggest it to everyone.”
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ÜBER SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer wird in einem Kampf gegeneinander ungeschlagene Mittel Weltmeister Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer Grube die unbestrittenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister Krone, in dem, was ist wohl die bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen in der Geschichte. Die Ko-Funktion wird Jermaine Franklin Grube in einem spannenden 10-Runden-Schwergewichts-Kampf und in der Sendung Opener auf Rydell Booker nehmen, Schwergewichtler Otto Wallin und Nick Kisner wird in 10-Runden-Kampf Zusammenstoß. Die Showtime Boxing: SPECIAL EDITION triple wird live auf Showtime ausgestrahlt auf 9 p.m. ET / PT von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
„Christina weiß nicht, was auf sie zukommt. Ich werde diesen Hammer in zwei Hälften brechen“ – Shields
Klicken HIER für Fotos von Jose Pineiro/SHOWTIME WBC, WBA & IBF-Mittelgewichts-Champion Claressa Shields bereitet sich auf den unbestrittenen Showdown der Mittelgewichts-Meisterschaft gegen Christina Hammer am Samstag vor, April 13 Live auf Showtime®
MIAMI(April 4, 2019) – WBA, WBC- und IBF-Weltmeister im MittelgewichtClaressa Shieldsveranstaltete ein Medientraining bei 5th Street Gym in Miami Donnerstag, als sie sich ihrem Showdown gegen den WBO-Weltmeister im Mittelgewicht nähertChristina Hammer für die unangefochtene Mittelgewichts-Weltmeisterschaft Samstag April 13 live auf SHOWTIME aus der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
Der zweimalige olympische Goldmedaillengewinner Shields und der ungeschlagene Hammer werden versuchen, der sechste Kämpfer in der Geschichte zu werden, der alle vier großen Weltmeistertitel im Hauptevent eines SHOWTIME BOXING vereint: SONDERAUSGABE (9 p.m. ET / PT).
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 und kann über Ticketmaster und bei . gekauft werdenboardwalkhall.com.
Shields hat die letzte Woche in Florida mit ihrem Trainer John David Jackson trainiert, nachdem ich die letzten fünf Wochen in den USA verbracht hatte. Olympisches Trainingszentrum in Colorado. Hier ist, was Shields am Donnerstag zu sagen hatte:
Claressa SHIELDS
„Christina weiß nicht, was auf sie zukommt. Ich werde diesen Hammer in zwei Hälften brechen.
„Wenn wir drin sind, es geht darum, wer härter zuschlägt. Dies ist ein echter Kampf. Nur weil sie groß ist, bedeutet nicht, dass sie diktieren wird, was passiert. Sie wird viel tun müssen, um mich von ihr fernzuhalten.
„Ich habe zwei olympische Goldmedaillen“, drei Gürtel und mehr kommen. Ich werde alle Titel am Ende der Nacht im April haben 13.
"Ich arbeite hart, sehr hart. Wenn ich ein Mann wäre, Ich wäre wahrscheinlich einer der berühmtesten Boxer da draußen. Es gibt ein Geschlechtergefälle. Wir alle kennen es. Ich arbeite daran, das zu ändern. Wir arbeiten hart, Wir bekommen weniger Geld und weniger Anerkennung, aber die welt verändert sich. Wir ändern es.
„Hammer hat gequatscht, aber ich mache mir keine Sorgen um sie. Ich bin nur bereit für einen Kampf. Sie redet über viele Dinge, die nichts mit Boxen zu tun haben. Ich warte darauf, dass sie sagt, dass sie mich mit einem Uppercut oder so schlagen wird, aber es ist mehr davon.
“Hier in Florida zu sein, um das Camp zu beenden, war wirklich ideal. Ich habe immer noch sehr hart gearbeitet, aber hier habe ich etwas mehr platz und sonnenschein. Es war Zeit für ein paar neue Landschaften im Camp und ich denke, dies war der perfekte Schritt, um mich in die Kampfwoche zu führen.
„Ich habe an meinem ‚Ali Shuffle‘ gearbeitet,’ Dieses Fitnessstudio hat mich inspiriert. Seien Sie nicht überrascht, wenn Sie mich während des Kampfes ausbrechen sehen. Ich habe ein paar Tricks im Ärmel. Bei der Pressekonferenz wird es auch einige Überraschungen geben – ich habe mir ein Outfit ausgesucht, das die Show stehlen wird.“
"Dieser Kampf ist längst überfällig und ich bin nur froh, dass ich meine Chance bekomme, ihr zu zeigen, was ein echter Champion ist.". Jemand geht im April unter 13 und ich verspreche, dass ich es nicht sein werde.
„Die Leute können sagen, dass sie dich nicht beachten und dich nicht studieren, aber sie lügen. Ich bin froh, dass sie mich genau ansieht. Hammer flog einen meiner Freunde als Sparringspartner raus, Nicht einmal wissend, dass sie mich seit Jahren nicht mehr gespart hat und nichts über mich weiß. Es lässt mich wissen, dass ich in ihren Gedanken bin. Sie kann mit Ann Wolfe trainieren und sie wird mich immer noch nicht schlagen.“
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ÜBER SHIELDS vs. HAMMER
Shields vs. Hammer wird in einem Kampf gegeneinander ungeschlagene Mittel Weltmeister Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer Grube die unbestrittenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister Krone, in dem, was ist wohl die bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen in der Geschichte. Die Ko-Funktion wird Jermaine Franklin Grube in einem spannenden 10-Runden-Schwergewichts-Kampf und in der Sendung Opener auf Rydell Booker nehmen, Schwergewichtler Otto Wallin und Nick Kisner wird in 10-Runden-Kampf Zusammenstoß. Die Showtime Boxing: SPECIAL EDITION triple wird live auf Showtime ausgestrahlt auf 9 p.m. ET / PT von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
UNBEATEN RISING HEAVYWEIGHTS JERMAINE FRANKLIN & OTTO WALLIN TALK UPCOMING BOUTS & ROAD TO HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
Franklin Battles Rydell Booker While Wallin Faces Nick Kisner Live on SHOWTIME® Samstag, April 13 Leading Up to Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer Main Event from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (April 3, 2019) – Unbeaten rising heavyweight contendersJermaine Franklin und Otto Wallin will be looking to make a splash and announce themselves in the heavyweight division when they step in for separate bouts live on SHOWTIME Saturday, April 13 von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.
Die Showtime Boxing: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air beginning at 9 p.m. ET/PT and is headlined by Claressa Shields battling Christina Hammer for the undisputed women’s middleweight championship.
Franklin will face Rydell Booker while Wallin takes on Nick Kisner in a pair of 10-round attractions leading up to the main event. For both Franklin and Wallin, they see April 13 as a step towards their larger goals.
“Booker is in the way of where I’m eventually trying to be,” said Franklin. “I’m part of that next generation of heavyweights and I’m working hard to end up as the heavyweight champion when the dust settles. I always find a way to win and I’m going to show it on April 13.”
“Coming to the U.S. for the second part of my career is very exciting,” said Wallin. “I’ve accomplished a lot in my career in Europe but this is a new beginning. This is the moment I’ve been dreaming of since I first laced up mitts and I can’t wait to introduce myself to the fans here.”
A 25-year-old from Saginaw, Michigan, Franklin hopes to show that he’s primed to become the next American heavyweight champion, and is ready to take the mantle from current WBC titlist Deontay Wilder and the long line of American heavyweight champions that came before him.
“I’m going to raise the competition amongst the heavyweights,” said Franklin. “The division is definitely back on the map and I’m planning on having a hand in making it must-watch TV once again. America needs another face in the heavyweight division and that’s going to be me.
“I already believe that I am the best heavyweight in the world. There are a lot of big, strong heavyweights, but I’m a balanced athlete, which makes me different. Ich bin stark, schnell, athletic and getting better with each fight.”
Although his native Sweden is not known for boxing, Wallin’s home country has previously produced a heavyweight champion in Ingemar Johansson, who famously stopped Floyd Patterson in their first fight at Yankee Stadium in 1959. After defeating fellow Swedish heavyweight Adrian Granat in his last fight, Wallin decided it was time to fight in the U.S., following previous training camps in New York with trainer Joey Gamache.
“Training here in New York brings me a great energy and it shows in my performance,” said Wallin. “It’s the center of the world, and while I’m fully focused on training, I feed off the energy of the city.
“Ingemar Johansson is of course a big inspiration for me. When he came to the U.S. and beat Floyd Patterson, he was the baddest man on the planet. I’m looking to take that mantle and become a hero for young Swedish boxers, just like he has been for me.”
In addition to being Wallin’s U.S. Debüt, the unbeaten heavyweights will make their first appearances on SHOWTIME and it will be Franklin’s first time fighting in the northeast. They each hope to show off their respective talents and are prepared for what comes with the increased platform.
“This is a great chance for me to showcase my skills, but I still treat it like just another fight,” said Franklin. “I’m going to adapt to my opponent and expose his weaknesses. I’m always improving because once you think you know it all, that’s when you find out you know nothing.”
“I’m just a kid from a small town in Sweden and I’ve worked hard to get to this point,” said Wallin. “Training here in the U.S. and fighting here is going to help me put on the best performance of my career. The fun begins on April 13 and I’m not stopping until I am champion.”
Both recently signed with Dmitriy Salita’s Salita Promotions and on April 13 will begin a year that could leave each fighter on the precipice of a title shot.
“April 13 two of the best heavyweight in the world, one from the U.S., one from Sweden, will both have a chance to make a claim that they are ready to challenge for the heavyweight title,” die Wort.
“Jermaine Franklin is by far the best American heavyweight prospect who is soon to be a contender and a champion. He will have a great opportunity to showcase his skills and worth against the experienced, hungry and accomplished Rydell Booker.
“Boxing is a sport of individual stories and Otto Wallin is a great example of that. A top-rated heavyweight from a small town in Sweden, he is showing that dreams, combined with hard work, can come true. He is one of the best heavyweight contenders from Europe and on April 13 he will show that he belongs with the elite in the U.S.”
With this opportunity to announce themselves in the resurgent heavyweight division, Franklin and Wallin are keyed for eye-opening performances next Saturday.
“My ultimate goal is to become world champion and I believe right now I’m on the right path,” said Wallin, der auf Platz Nr wird. 5 by the IBF and WBA. “I had good years fighting in Europe, but now is the time for me to go to the next level. I can’t wait to show everyone what I’m all about and give the fans great fights.”
“I’m planning to be a major force in the heavyweight division by the end of the year,” said Franklin. “It’s my coming out party. I feel like my dreams are going to come true. I’m going to show everyone who I am: the best new heavyweight in the world.”
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 und kann über Ticketmaster und bei . gekauft werdenboardwalkhall.com.
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ÜBER SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer wird in einem Kampf gegeneinander ungeschlagene Mittel Weltmeister Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer Grube die unbestrittenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister Krone, in dem, was ist wohl die bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen in der Geschichte. Die Ko-Funktion wird Jermaine Franklin Grube in einem spannenden 10-Runden-Schwergewichts-Kampf und in der Sendung Opener auf Rydell Booker nehmen, Schwergewichtler Otto Wallin und Nick Kisner wird in 10-Runden-Kampf Zusammenstoß. Die Showtime Boxing: SPECIAL EDITION triple wird live auf Showtime ausgestrahlt auf 9 p.m. ET / PT von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
Samstag, April 13 from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City Headlined by Shields vs. Hammer Battle for Undisputed Middleweight Championship Live on SHOWTIME®
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (März 26, 2019) – Undercard action on Saturday, April 13 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City will feature an exciting lineup, including a women’s featherweight world title matchup and unbeaten prospects stepping in the ring, leading up to the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader headlined by the Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer showdown for the undisputed 160-pound world championship.
The undercard lineup is highlighted by unbeaten RussianHelen Gärtner (9-0, 2 KOs) vying for her first world title when she takes on former two-time title challengerBrenda Karen Carabajal (15-4-1, 9 KOs) um die vakante IBF-Federgewicht-Weltmeisterschaft.
“Women’s boxing is experiencing monumental growth throughout the world and as part of this historic night, we wanted to showcase top talent in significant fights,” sagte Dmitriy Salita, Präsident von Salita Promotions. “I am delighted to feature two top contenders fighting for the vacant IBF Featherweight World Title as highly-regarded and unbeaten Russian fighter Elena Gradinar and longtime Argentinian contender Karen Carbajal will battle to become champion. Top to bottom, April 13 will be a memorable night for boxing fans around the world.”
In Super-Fliegengewicht Aktion, 23-jährige Detroit-native Ja'Rico O'Quinn (11-0, 8 KOs) looks to remain unbeaten in an eight-round fight against Northfield, Minnesotas Vicente Alfaro Martinez (9-4, 3 KOs).
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
The action will also include former heavyweight title challengerSamuel Peter (37-6, 30 KOs) Nahme Mexikos Mario Heredia (15-6-1, 13 KOs) in einer Acht-Runde matchup und Jesse Angel Hernandez (12-2, 7 KOs) von Fort Worth, Texas stepping in for an eight round super bantamweight contest against New Jersey’sEdgar Joe Cortes(6-4-1). Feuerstein, Michigan-nativeDarrion Lawson will look for his second pro win in as many fights when he facesSaul Almeida in einem Super-Mittelgewichts-Kampf.
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ÜBER SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer wird in einem Kampf gegeneinander ungeschlagene Mittel Weltmeister Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer Grube die unbestrittenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister Krone, in dem, was ist wohl die bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen in der Geschichte. Die Ko-Funktion wird Jermaine Franklin Grube in einem spannenden 10-Runden-Schwergewichts-Kampf und in der Sendung Opener auf Rydell Booker nehmen, Schwergewichtler Otto Wallin und Nick Kisner wird in 10-Runden-Kampf Zusammenstoß. Die Showtime Boxing: SPECIAL EDITION triple wird live auf Showtime ausgestrahlt auf 9 p.m. ET / PT von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer Meet in Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE® Main Event To Crown Undisputed Women’s Middleweight Champion
NEW YORK – März 7, 2019 – Two undefeated heavyweight prospects will put their unblemished records on the line when they fight in separate bouts on Saturday, April 13 live auf SHOWTIME aus der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J on the undercard of the Claressa Shields-Christina Hammer groundbreaking event. Top American heavyweight prospectJermaine Franklinwill take on former No. 1-Platz U.S.. Amateur Rydell Bookerin the 10-round co-featured bout while undefeated Swedish heavyweightOtto Wallinwill battle highly decorated amateurNick Kisnerin a 10-round clash that will open the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader at 9 p.m. ET / PT.
Im Main Event, undefeated middleweight world champions Shields and Hammer will meet to crown the women’s undisputed 160-pound world champion in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history.
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 und sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
“The heavyweight division is as talented and exciting as ever,and we are thrilled to add two undefeated warriorsto the April 13 im Fernsehen übertragen,” said promoter Dmitriy Salita. “We have the best American heavyweight prospect in Jermaine Franklin and one of the best European heavyweight contenders in Otto Wallin. These fights will be tremendous lead-ins to the historic Shields vs. Hammer main event and will create a night to remember for boxing fans worldwide.”
The 25-year-old Franklin (17-0, 13 KOs), from Saginaw, Mich., is a former amateur standout and a 2014 Nationaler Champion der Goldenen Handschuhe. A likely candidate to represent the U.S. am 2016 Olympische Spiele, Franklin turned down the opportunity to compete for a spot on the team and instead chose to begin his professional career in 2015. Widely regarded as the top American heavyweight prospect, Franklin has built his undefeated record with relative ease since turning pro, knocking out nine of his first 10 professionelle Gegner. Coming off a lopsided 10-round decision over Craig Lewis in July, Franklin aims to continue moving up the ranks of the resurgent heavyweight division in 2019 and position himself for a title shot.
“Ich kann nicht warten – I am ready to show that I am the new man in the heavyweight division,” said Franklin. “Rydell is a good fighter but he is in the way of my goal of winning the heavyweight world title. April 13 will be my coming out party and I am very honored to have this opportunity on SHOWTIME.”
Booker (25-1, 12 KOs), from Detroit, Mich., is a former No.1-ranked U.S. amateur who was once a rising heavyweight prospect with a 22-0 Rekord. He suffered his lone defeat to former three-division world champion James Toney, who was coming off wins over Vassiliy Jirov and Evander Holyfield, in 2004. After serving a 12-year prison sentence, Booker has returned to the ring looking to get his life back on track and live up to his once promising expectations, registering three unanimous decision victories in 2018 under the tutelage of former world champion Jimmy Paul.
“It means a lot to have this opportunity to fight on SHOWTIME,” said the 38-year-old Booker, who sparred with heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in preparation for his September 2018 bout with Alexander Povetkin. “I’m ready to show my talents on a national stage so everyone will know who Rydell Booker is once again. I think Jermaine Franklin is a pretty good fighter but he has never fought anybody with my experience, knowledge in the ring or my ring savvy. I am going to teach him some new lessons on April 13. I have a bag full of goodies and tricks at my disposal that I will teach this young whipper snapper.”
Wallin (20-0, 13 KOs), wer wird seinen US-. Debüt, Profi wurde in 2013 and has gradually risen in the rankings by recording 20 Siege. The 28-year-old southpaw, who originally played ice hockey and soccer in his native Sweden before finding the sweet science, won the Swedish Boxing Championship at 16-years-old, fought against Joshua twice as an amateur and was a member of the Swedish National Boxing Team. Derzeit auf Platz Nr. 5 by both the WBA and IBF, Wallin most recently won a 12-round unanimous decision over Adrian Granat in April 2018 and now has his sights set on becoming his country’s first Heavyweight Champion since Ingemar Johansson in 1960.
“I’m very excited about making my U.S. debut on SHOWTIME,” said Wallin, who has spent the last two years conducting training camp in New York with his trainer and former two-division champion Joey Gamache. “To be fighting on such a big card is very inspiring. I’ve been dreaming of this moment since I first started boxing at the age of 15. I will put on a good performance on April 13 and introduce myself to the American fans. I will be one step closer towards my goal of winning the heavyweight world title. Like I’ve said before, I’m a kid from a small town in Sweden and I’m proud of where I’m from and what I’ve achieved so far, but I feel like this is when all the fun starts.”
The 28-year-old Kisner (21-4-1, 6 KOs) has competed at both cruiserweight and heavyweight since turning professional in 2010 after a successful amateur career. Among Kisner’s numerous amateur recognitions, the Baltimore, Md. native was a three-time National Silver Gloves Champion, two-time Junior National Golden Gloves Champion and Ringside World Champion. He holds the distinction of being the youngest boxer in American history ever to win a Men’s National Title in the heavyweight division at 17 Jahre alt. As a pro, three of Kisner’s four losses have come against opponents who boasted an undefeated record on fight night. In seinem letzten Kampf, Kisner defended his WBA U.S. cruiserweight title with a majority decision win over Scott Sigmon.
“I’ve dreamt my whole life of one day fighting on national television and now that the time is here, I’m going to make the most of it,” sagte Kisner. “Wallin is very good but I’m going to prove I’m one of the best heavyweights on the planet. I have proven my ability to beat the best in the world at both the amateur and professional level and I will do it again on April 13.”
Barry Tompkins wird den Showtime Boxing nennen: SPECIAL EDITION Aktion am Ring mit Boxen Historiker Steve Farhood und Ex-Weltmeister Raul Marquez als Experte Analysten dienen. The executive producer of SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION is Gordon Hall with Richard Gaughan producing and Rick Phillips directing.
Middleweight Champions Shields & Hammer Battle for Undisputed Women’s Middleweight World ChampionshipSaturday, April 13 Live auf Showtime®from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City
Showtime Sports®Announces Two-PartALL ACCESS: SHIELDS vs. HAMMER with Installments on Social Media Platforms March 29 und April 5
Tickets For Live Event on Sale This Friday, März 1 bei 11 a.m. UND!
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NEW YORK (Februar 26, 2019) – Two undefeated middleweight champions went face-to-face Tuesday asClaressa Shields und Christina Hammer met in New York at a press conference ahead of their battle for the undisputed women’s middleweight championship Saturday, April 13 live auf SHOWTIME aus der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J.
Die Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE beginnt um 9 p.m. ET/PT and will feature a long-awaited unification in what is arguably the most significant event in women’s boxing history. In addition to world titles from all four sanctioning bodies, this fight will be for the Ring Magazine Women’s Middleweight Championship, the first time a Ring divisional title has been at stake in a women’s boxing match.
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch Salita Promotions wird gefördert, sind zum Preis von $150, $100, $55 und $35 and are on sale Friday, März 1 bei 11 a.m. UND. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com. Pre-sale tickets are available now at the linkHIERby using the code BOXING.
Also on Tuesday, SHOWTIME Sports announced that it will chronicle the buildup to Shields vs. Hammer with a two-part digital installment of the Sports Emmy®Award winning programingALL ACCESS. ALL ACCESS: SHIELDS vs. HAMMER will premiere on March 29 with the second installment on April 5 on the SHOWTIME Sports YouTube channel and SHOWTIME Boxing Facebook page and take viewers into the training camps of both champions. Cameras will be embedded with Shields at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo., and with Hammer in the town of Seefeld in the Austrian Alps as the undefeated rivals prepare for the most significant fight of their careers.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday from Dream Hotel Downtown in Manhattan:
“This has been long overdue. I’m just glad that Hammer is here and the fight is set. She’s been at my fights before but I can’t wait to get inside the ring and show her I’m the real champion.
“I’ve traveled to many different countries and dethroned champions around the world. Am Ende des Tages, I’m coming to fight and I recognize that she’s a great champion. To be a champion for all those years shows that she’s a good fighter. But I also look at resumes, and her resume is not as good as mine.
“I’m not someone coming to lay down. I’m not afraid of her. You don’t win belts by talking. You have to fight. I said two years ago I want to fight Christina Hammer in my seventh fight. It would have been if it weren’t for her medical issue. But now we’re here and ready for April 13.
“April 13 you’re going to see someone fold. Ich verspreche Ihnen, it will not be me. Make sure you all tune-in.
“I think for women’s boxing this is a true super fight that we’ve never gotten before. We’ve never had a fight like this in women’s boxing. It’s great to make this happen and us being from two parts of the world makes this fight even better.
“She’s not the tallest girl I’ve ever fought. I’m stronger than her and I know it. I got up from a knockdown and won. She can’t do that. I don’t believe she knows how to fight on the inside, but she better learn.
“I want to make her quit. I don’t want her to just know I’m a good fighter, I want her to know I’m great. I wish we could go 12 Runde, but I’ll be prepared for all 10 rounds.”
CHRISTINA HAMMER
“I’m very glad to be here and make this fight happen. I’m looking forward to April 13. I want to show the world who I am.
“This is a big risk to come from Germany to the U.S., but I believe the best should fight the best and I did what I had to so that this could happen. This fight can be a game changer for our sport.
“I will give everything to step out of the ring as a winner. I know Claressa Shields is also a great champion. She’s undefeated like me and that’s why people want to see the fight and that’s why we made it happen.
“I want to thank everyone who made this fight a reality and brought us to this stage. It’s huge for me to be here in New York and I am looking to win on April 13.
“This fight is the real deal. This is going to be a game changer for women’s boxing. I think we’re going to inspire a lot of female athletes who want to live their dream. It’s motivation for everyone.
“I’ve had the title for a long time. I always push myself. This is the fight I wanted to show everyone who is the best. I will be the undisputed champion.
“Shields is beatable. Hanna Gabriels caught her in the first round of their fight and I am taller and stronger than Gabriels. I want to finish the job if I get the chance.
“Alles kann passieren im Boxen. Ich bin bereit, die Distanz zu gehen. Knockout is the goal but most importantly, I want to win.”
DMITRIY SALITA, Präsident von Salita Promotions
“I’m honored to bring to the fans the first super fight in women’s boxing history. A lot of questions surround this fight. Will this be a classic like Leonard vs. Hearns, where the gold medalist handles the experienced pro, or like Mosley vs. De La Hoya, where the boxing pro took the gold medalist down. This fight is going to be for all of the belts and this recognizes the true value and impact of this fight.
“Christina Hammer has been a world champion for over nine years and has won titles in two divisions. She’s charismatic and a superstar in Germany and Europe. As a champion that she is, she’s traveling to the other side of the world to prove that she’s the best.
“Claressa made the Olympic team when she was 17 Jahre alt, winning our only boxing medal at the 2012 Olympische Spiele. She’s the only boxer in U.S. history to win two Olympic gold medals in boxing. She’s had a very impressive pro career, beating world champions and top contenders in all her fights. She’s on her journey to be the best and this fight is a big step toward cementing herself as the GWOAT (greatest woman of all time).
“This is going to be a historic night of boxing. If you watch this fight live and in-person, you will want to hold onto your ticket as a memento.”
MARK Taffet, Claressa Shields’ Manager
“The media support for this fight is outstanding. This is a very special time. This fight is one of the most significant fights I’ve worked on in my career, because of the place it will hold in history.
“Two years ago I met Claressa Shields and we discussed her turning pro. We made a list of dreams and I promised Claressa I would do everything in my power to fulfill every one of them. We’ve had a wonderful journey together. One of those dreams was to make this undisputed championship fight happen. We’re going to keep making dreams happen.”
TOM LOEFFLER, Christina Hammer’s Advisor
“Without the fighters wanting this fight, events like this wouldn’t happen. Christina Hammer wants this challenge and she wants to prove she’s the best middleweight champion out there.
“These two fighters can be an example for a lot of male boxers. These are two undefeated fighters in their prime putting it all on the line to show who is the best. You don’t see that very often these days.
“This is going to be a fun promotion. This is a fight that’s a real 50-50 Kampf. Claressa will be coming forward with her style and tenacity, going up against Christina’s experience. It’s for all the marbles”
STEPHEN ESPINOZA, Präsident Sport & Event-Programmierung, Showtime Networks Inc..
“Let’s get one thing straight here. This isn’t just an important women’s fight. This isn’t just a high-quality women’s boxing match. This is a high-quality boxing match. This is an important fight. So certainly we have two very skilled women, we’re not going to ignore that fact. But this is one of the best fights that can be made in this sport. Two pound-for-pound boxers, die beste Bekämpfung der beste. If you are not interested in this fight, then candidly, you are not a boxing fan. This is as good as this sport gets.
“We at SHOWTIME have a long history showcasing the best in women’s boxing and MMA. Names like Laila Ali, Christy Martin, Ronda Rousey, Miesha Tate, Gina Carano, Cris Cyborg.; those are all fighters who made their debuts and that became stars on SHOWTIME. This has been a long-time commitment.
“The first nationally televised women’s MMA event was on SHOWTIME. The first domestic televised MMA women’s main event was on SHOWTIME. The first women’s boxing match that was nationally televised was on SHOWTIME. The first women’s main event boxing bout was also on SHOWTIME, and that obviously was Claressa just a couple of years ago.
“So here on this stage you’ve got two of the most elite athletes in the sport. Not two of the elite women’s fighters in the sport, but two of the elite athletes within this sport. Two-time gold medalist, the only American to do that consecutively, and a two-belt world champion versus a longtime middleweight champion who has dominated this division for nearly a decade.
“This is one of the best fights that can be made in the entire sport. We have two of the elite athletes in boxing and they are deserving of having everything that comes with a marquee event on SHOWTIME, including our Emmy Award-winning All Access series.”
JIM WYNKOOP, Hauptgeschäftsführer, Boardwalk Hall
“We are so excited to have this great fight coming to Boardwalk Hall. It will be our first championship fight in several years and we can’t wait.
“There is a huge history of boxing at Boardwalk hall in Atlantic City and we look forward to writing another chapter on April 13.”
PBC auf FOX & FOX Deportes Headlined by Featherweight World Champion Leo Santa Cruz Taking on Mexico’s Rafael Rivera This Saturday Night from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles
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LOS ANGELES (Februar 14, 0219) – There was no love lost on Valentine’s Day in Los Angeles as fighters competing on Saturday’s Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes exchanged words and went face-to-face at the final press conference before their respective showdowns this Saturday night at Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live-.
WBA-Weltmeister im Federgewicht Leo Santa Cruz will defend his title against Mexico’sRafael Rivera in the main event of the show. Der Versicherungsschutz beginnt bei 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will feature an exciting clash between contendersOmar Figueroa undJohn Molina Jr., plus unbeaten prospectsSebastian Fundora und Donnie Marshall going toe-to-toe.
Tickets für die Show, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und kann bei AXS.com erworben werden.
The event also featured an appearance by former world champion and Southern California fan-favorite Fernando Vargas. Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from the Conga Room:
LEO SANTA CRUZ
“We were getting ready for Miguel Flores, but in the gym you have to always be ready for any kind of style. We had been already been working with sparring partners who brawl, and that’s what we expect from Rafael Rivera.
“I knew immediately that Rivera was a good opponent. He’s young and hungry and that makes him dangerous. He can take punches, so we’re ready for 12 Runde. We’re going to be smart in this fight because we know what Rivera can do.
“Seeing my dad going through cancer treatment has been very tough. He motivates me to go to the gym and train hard, because I know if he sees me working hard, it will motivate him as well.
“I’m just looking to go out there, give a great fight and help my name continue to grow so that I can fight the best.
“I love fighting and training here in Los Angeles. It gives me a chance to be with my family more. When I have them here, it makes me train harder. I do all of this for them and their future.
“If I can get this win, we want to unify the belts or make the third fight against Carl Frampton. Wenn nicht, we will go to 130 pounds and seek a title in a new weight class.”
RAFAEL RIVERA
“I’ve stepped in late before to a big fight. I’m always ready when it comes. Expect a surprise come Saturday night.
“I know that I have everything it takes to bring this title back to Tijuana. We’ve trained hard and had these last four weeks to focus in on breaking Leo down.
“I’m prepared for anything Leo brings into the ring. Everyone knows he’s very tough and throws a lot of punches, but I believe I am the faster fighter and I can hurt him with counters.
“This is the best opportunity I’ve had, going up against a great champion like Leo. I’m ready for fight and a great show for the fans.”
Omar Figueroa
“Given our styles, there’s no way this is going to go the distance. I think this is going to be an early night and I’m planning on having my hand raised.
“The layoff didn’t affect me against Robert Guerrero, so I don’t see why it will affect me now. That’s why I keep my style consistent. The only difference is the character across from me in the ring. This fight will depend on how John wants it to go, because I’m coming to fight.
“I’m just looking to get in the ring and take advantage of this opportunity I’ve been given. I’ve made changes that have made my whole game so much easier. It’s a totally different mentality that I have now.
“Trainingslager war groß. I’ve made a lot of changes in my lifestyle and I’m dedicated 100 percent to boxing. Things have never been better.”
JOHN MOLINA JR.
“Es ist Zeit zu kämpfen. The hard work is done and the time is now. Talk is cheap. Am Samstagabend, we’ll get down.
“I’ve been down this road before. I was never given lofty expectations. There’s no pressure here. I think Omar’s style will accommodate mine and make it a fun fight for the fans.
“Whenever I fight, it’s going to be exciting. You can say the same thing about Omar. I’m prepared for any version of Omar. Just like any other fight. I can’t wait until Saturday night to get in there and do what I do best.
“I’ve put everything into this camp, like I’m sure my opponent has. That’s what we owe to the fans and it’s going to come to fruition Saturday night.”
SEBASTIAN FUNDORA
“I expect a good fight. He’s an undefeated fighter and I hope to give the fans a great show and walk away victorious.
“We’re totally focused on this fight. I just train and everything else is out of the way. I trained hard and I’m going to do my thing like always.
“I’m still growing as a fighter. We’re getting better with every camp and every fight. It’s good that we keep fighting quality opponents, because it helps accelerate that process.
“Hopefully we’re going to display a lot more boxing and technique in this fight. I think Marshall is going to come inside and attack the body. I think if I’m able to stop him, it will be from the boxing skills that I show.”
DONNIE MARSHALL
“I’m ready to dominate the fight like I always do. That’s the only thing on my mind. I don’t care about his height, record or anything else. I’m coming to dominate.
“I’ve never been concerned with the height of Fundora. We sparred with some good strong southpaws in Florida including Yamaguchi Falcao. Then we went to Las Vegas for the second half of training camp and worked with some top prospects. I’m more than prepared for anything.
“Every fight is a make or break fight. I’ve trained against top fighters and been all around the country in different gyms. I’ve only been pro two and a half years. Ich bin eine junge 30. I’m going to announce myself on Saturday in a big way.”
Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzender und CEO von Ringstar Sports
“This weekend is another example why Los Angeles is such a great fight town. We’re going to have a fantastic crowd at Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live on Saturday night. I think that speaks to the strength of this city as a boxing town, and the strength of this card. This is top to bottom one of the best cards I can remember here in Los Angeles.
“The tripleheader on FOX and FOX Deportes has three fights that want to steal the night. We will see which fight and which fighter everyone will be talking about after Saturday. There are definitely some fights on this card that have ‘Fight of the Year’ written all over them.
“We are committed to continuing to bring the best and biggest fights to the fans here in Los Angeles, because Los Angeles is the fight capital of the world again.”
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ABOUT SANTA CRUZ VS. RIVERA Leo Santa Cruz vs. Rafael Rivera is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event that will see featherweight world championLeo Santa Cruz take on Mexico’sRafael Riverain the main event Saturday, Februar 16 von Microsoft Theatre in L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
Fernsehen Schutz beginnt jeweils mit 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten former championOmar Figueroa schonungs kämpfen John Molina Jr..and a matchup between unbeaten prospectsSebastien Fundoraund Donnie Marshall. Rising prospect and 2016 U.S.. Olympier Karlos Balderas will compete in a swing bout that will air live if time permits.
Fans können die Kämpfe auf dem FOX Sports App Live-Stream, in Englisch oder Spanisch durch die FOX oder FOX Deportes Feeds. Die Kämpfe sind auf Desktop bei FOXSports.com und über den App Store, oder angeschlossene Geräte wie Apple TV, Android TV, Feuer-TV, Xbox One und Roku.
PBC auf FOX & FOX Deportes Headlined by Featherweight World Champion Leo Santa Cruz Taking on Mexico’s Rafael Rivera This Saturday Night from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles
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LOS ANGELES(Februar 13, 2019) – Fighters competing on Saturday’s Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event took part in a media workout Wednesday as they near their respective showdowns this Saturday night at Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
Tickets für die Show, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und kann bei AXS.com erworben werden.
Wednesday’s workout featured Mexican contenderRafael Rivera, who will battle WBA Featherweight World ChampionLeo Santa Cruz im Main Event.
Also working out Wednesday at City of Angels Boxing Club were unbeaten former championOmar Figueroaund knallharteJohn Molina Jr.., who battle in super lightweight action, and unbeaten prospectDonnie Marshall, who faces fellow-unbeatenSebastian Fundorain a super welterweight bout that kicks off televised coverage at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. Ungeschlagen 2016 U.S.. OlympierKarlos Balderaswas also in attendance, as he competes in a TV swing bout.
The fighters will go face-to-face at a press conference on Thursday that will feature former two-time world champion and Southern California favorite Fernando Vargas. Hier ist, was die Kämpfer bis Mittwoch zu sagen hatte:
RAFAEL RIVERA
“When I got this opportunity, Ich habe nicht zweimal überlegen,. I was training and ready and I wanted this challenge. I’m here to make the most of it.
“Like I always say to my fans, be ready for a great fight. I’m looking to make this very exciting and interesting. The belt is coming back with me to Tijuana.
“I never look for the knockout, but I’ve still been able to get them. Ich bin bereit, so I hope he’s also ready to give the fans a great fight.
“This is a big challenge for me. I’m coming for that world title. I want to prove how good I am and become a world champion for my fans in Tijuana.
“I love to face the best fighters out there. Leo is a fighter who throws a lot of punches. We’ve seen it and we’ve studied it. But I don’t think he’s very fast. I’m faster than he is and I have to take advantage of that. I have to counter him when he comes in and do my job.”
Omar Figueroa
“I’m looking to come back strong against Molina. My style is always to go in there for the knockout and give the fans a great show. The sooner we get him out of there, desto besser.
“We know that John Molina is a tough fighter. He’s been in there with some of the best in the world and he’s given them problems. We expect him to bring a great fight.
“We’ve seen Molina box before and make things difficult for certain fighters. I’m going to try to make the fight my style of fight and we’ll see if he obliges. Once he feels the power, he might choose to box.
“I don’t think this goes past six rounds. I’m confident about that. We’re going to be ready for anything Molina brings.
“I’ve been doing a lot of healing physically, mental und spirituell. I’m looking to show on Saturday that I’ve got everything together.”
JOHN MOLINA JR.
“I feel excited and confident. Maybe overconfident, aber ich bin bereit,. We did our job in the gym and now we are ready for the fight.
“I have to expect the best version of Omar Figueroa. He is a smart kid. I don’t know if he is trying to entice me into a war right away. I don’t know what his game plan is, but we will find out on Saturday.
“Fans need to tune in on FOX and FOX Deportes February 16. This is going to be a war and I believe we’re going to steal the show.
“This isn’t my first go around against a Joel Diaz-trained fighter. I did it before with Ruslan Provodnikov and now it is my job to beat Figueroa.
“I am not affected by being considered the underdog. Every one of my fights, fans make money. I think Provodnikov I was 11-1. When you become a veteran in the sport, you stop worrying about stuff like that. Talk is cheap.
“There is a lot at stake for me. I don’t feel pressure, but there is a lot at stake. Every fight of my career I have something to prove and Saturday is no different.”
DONNIE MARSHALL
“This is my first big opportunity and I’m ready to take full advantage. I’m going to show everybody where I’m at.
“I’m going to take it as it comes in the ring. Wir haben einen Plan, but I’m a creator in the ring. I create on the go. I’ll fit in where I can and go with the flow of the fight.
“The only challenge I see is his height. He’s obviously very tall at six-foot seven-inches. We know what we have to do to break him down. I don’t even really see the height as a challenge, because I spar with heavyweights all the time.
“Ich bin 10-0, but I only started boxing when I was 20, über 10 vor jahren. I don’t have the time like young prospects who want to play around, I want to fight any and everybody I can right now.”
KARLOS Balderas
“I feel excited and anxious to get back in the ring. I’m ready physically and mentally. I know that my opponent won’t be ready for the heat I’m going to throw at him.
“This year I’m looking to be busy. I want to be back in the ring in April if everything goes well on Saturday. After this fight I’m going to move to Los Angeles and add trainer Roberto Alcazar to my team. He’s had a lot of experience in big fights and I think he’s going to be a great help. I can really understand clearly what he’s trying to teach me.
“I’m going to show everyone that I’m the real deal once again. I’m going to prove why these fighters can’t make it through a fight with me. This year is all business for me.”
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ABOUT SANTA CRUZ VS. RIVERA Leo Santa Cruz vs. Rafael Rivera is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event that will see featherweight world championLeo Santa Cruztake on Mexico’sRafael Riverain the main event Saturday, Februar 16 von Microsoft Theatre in L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
Televised coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten former championOmar Figueroaschonungs kämpfenJohn Molina Jr..and a matchup between unbeaten prospectsSebastien FundoraundDonnie Marshall. Rising prospect and 2016 U.S.. OlympierKarlos Balderaswill compete in a swing bout that will air live if time permits.
IBF, WBA und WBC Champion Shields treffen die WBO & WBC-Champion im Recess Hammer im wohl bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen-Geschichte
Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE® Live At 9 p.m. ET / PT
NEW YORK – Februar 12, 2019 - Die ungeschlagenen Weltmeisterinnen im Mittelgewicht Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer treffen am Samstag aufeinander, April 13 live auf SHOWTIME, um den unangefochtenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister der Frauen zu krönen. Die Blockbuster-Vereinigung von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. wird das Hauptereignis von . sein Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE Leben zu 9 p.m. ET/PT und ist wohl das bedeutendste Boxereignis für Frauen in der Geschichte.
Shields vs. Hammer verfügt über zwei der konsensuellen Top-10-Pfund-für-Pfund-Kämpfer der Welt, die sich gegen den zweiten unangefochtenen Champion in der Geschichte des weiblichen Boxens stellen.Der Kampf, ursprünglich für November geplant 2018, wurde aufgrund eines inzwischen gelösten medizinischen Problems von Hammer verschoben.
Der 23-jährige Shields (8-0, 2 KOs) ist ein Zwei-Divisions-Champion, der die IBF hält, WBA und WBC-160-Pfund-Titel. Der 28-jährige Hammer (24-0, 11 KOs) besitzt den WBO-Gürtel, ist der WBC-Champion in Recess, und dominiert seit mehr als acht Jahren das Frauen-Mittelgewicht. Shields und Hammer kämpften letzten Juni bei SHOWTIME auf derselben Karte, Beide Kämpferinnen gewannen eindrucksvoll, um den ersten unbestrittenen Showdown in der 160-Pfund-Division der Frauen zu organisieren.
Der Gewinner von Shields vs. Hammer wird Terrence Crawford beitreten, Jermain Taylor, Bernard Hopkins, Oleksandr Usyk und Frauen Weltergewicht Cecilia Braekhus als die einzigen Kämpfer haben alle vier wichtigen WM-Titel in jeder Gewichtsklasse vereinigt.
Shields vs. Hammer wird von Salita Promotions gefördert. Ticketpreise und Vorverkaufsdatum werden nächste Woche von Boardwalk Hall bekannt gegeben.
„Ich suche immer die größten Herausforderungen und setze mir die höchsten Ziele. Ich werde bereit sein wie nie zuvor und werde Christina Hammer am 13. April besiegen“, sagte Shields. „Nichts wird mich davon abhalten, unbestrittener Champion zu werden und meinen Weg fortzusetzen, das Frauenboxen in noch nie dagewesene Höhen zu führen. Ich möchte die Größte aller Zeiten sein und das Spiel für alle Frauen im Sport für immer verändern, und April 13 ist ein wichtiger Schritt auf diesem Weg in die Geschichte.“
„Auf diesen Moment habe ich lange gewartet,“ sagte Hammer. „Ich bin größer, stärker und erfahrener als Claressa Shields. Ich bin ungeschlagen und seit über acht Jahren Champion. Ich kann es kaum erwarten, der Welt zu zeigen, dass ich der beste und unangefochtene Weltmeister im Mittelgewicht bin.“
„SHOWTIME Sports hat eine lange Geschichte darin, die Besten im Kampfsport für Frauen zu präsentieren, ob es mit Laila Ali und Christy Martin im Boxen war, oder Gina Carano, Cris Cyborg und Ronda Rousey in MMA,Sagte Gordon Hall, Executive Producer von Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE. „In jüngerer Zeit, seit 2016 Wir haben die Elite von heute mit Claressa Shields vorgestellt, Christina Hammer, Katie Taylor und Amanda Serrano treten in einem branchenführenden . auf 10 Präsentationen des Frauenboxens. Männlich oder weiblich, SHOWTIME hat die besten Kämpfer in ihren härtesten Matchups geliefert, und April 13 wird es nicht anders. Wir haben zwei der besten Pfund-für-Pfund-Kämpferinnen der Welt, die sich gegenüberstehen, wobei alle vier Titel im Mittelgewicht auf dem Spiel stehen. Viel besser geht es nicht."
„Der größte Frauenkampf aller Zeiten findet im April statt 13 in der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City,“, sagte Promoter Dmitriy Salita. „Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer“, beide Meister, beide in ihrer Blütezeit, nehmen nicht nur die größte Herausforderung in ihrer jeweiligen Karriere an, indem sie sich im Ring begegnen, sondern brechen Barrieren für das Boxen und für Frauen im Sport. April 13 ist dazu bestimmt, eine elektrische und historische Boxnacht live auf SHOWTIME zu werden.“
„Schilde vs. Hammer ist der größte und wichtigste Kampf in der Geschichte des Frauenboxens – zwei ungeschlagene vereinte Champions in ihrer besten Form kämpfen um die unbestrittene Weltmeisterschaft im Mittelgewicht,“, sagte Shields-Manager Mark Taffet. „Christina Hammer ist in der Tat eine sehr gute Kämpferin und Champion, aber Claressa Shields ist einmalig. Der gleiche intensive Fokus und die gleiche Entschlossenheit, die Claressa durchs Leben gebracht hat, brachte ihr zwei olympische Goldmedaillen ein, und gewann ihre fünf Weltmeistertitel in acht Profikämpfen, wird sie am 13. April zum Sieg führen.“
„Wir freuen uns sehr, Weltklasse-Championship-Boxen zurück in die Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City zu bringen,“, sagte Matt Doherty, Exekutivdirektor der Casino Reinvestment Development Authority. „Dies bekräftigt das Engagement der CRDA, Weltklasse-Sportveranstaltungen anzuziehen und mehr Besucher an unsere Destination zu bringen.“
Shields war der erste amerikanische Boxer in der Geschichte – männlich oder weiblich – der in Folge olympische Goldmedaillen gewann. Die Flint, Mich., gebürtiger wurde nach der 2016 Olympia und wurde in ihrem vierten Profikampf Weltmeisterin im Supermittelgewicht der Frauen. Shields wechselte für ihren Juni ins Mittelgewicht 22 Headliner bei SHOWTIME, Sie besiegte Hanna Gabriels, um die IBF- und WBA-Titel zu gewinnen und in ihrem sechsten Profi-Wettbewerb eine Zwei-Division-Meisterin zu werden. Nachdem Hammer aufgrund ihres medizinischen Problems zum WBC-Champion in Recess ernannt wurde, Shields holte sich den vakanten WBC-Titel im vergangenen November mit einer einstimmigen Entscheidung über Hannah Rankin. Alle drei Titel verteidigte sie zuletzt im Dezember gegen Femke Hermans.
Hammer, von Dortmund, Deutschland, ist die dominierende Kraft im Mittelgewicht der Frauen seit dem Gewinn des WBO-Titels in 2010. Hammer wurde vereinter Champion in 2016 mit einer einstimmigen Entscheidung über WBC-Titelliste Kali Reis und machte vier Verteidigungen als vereinter Champion. In ihren acht Jahren als Champion, Hammer hat nur eine Handvoll Runden verloren 16 WM-Titel kämpft. Hammer, der auch professionell modelliert und kürzlich auf der Fashion Week in New York City vorgestellt wurde, machte sie in den USA. Debüt im Juni 22 nach Wahlkampf hauptsächlich in Deutschland seit Berufseinstieg 2009. Nachdem er aus gesundheitlichen Gründen zum Rückzug aus der November-Vereinigung gezwungen wurde, Hammer hat letzten Samstag einen Nicht-Titelkampf durch KO in der zweiten Runde gewonnen, Februar 9 in Deutschland.
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