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Jeesus Cuellar vs. Abner Mares Media Conference Call Transcript & MP3

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Richard Schaefer
Suur aitäh, and thank you to all the media for being on today’s call. It was an interesting weekend, but boxing goes on and boxing goes on in a big way here on Laupäev, Detsember 10 as a SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING doubleheader with two toe-to-toe fights that will electrify the sport, and I’m really excited to be able to host and promote this card here from Galen Center in Los Angeles.
The fight we are discussing today is for sure going to be one of those potential Fight of the Year candidates, and I know these days those words are being used quite a bit, but I really feel these fighters are right for each other. This is a fight in one of the most stacked divisions in boxing. Before I introduce the two fighters, just some other things, the card will take place from the Galen Center at the USC Campus in Los Angeles.
The Galen Center is a first-class arena. It’s actually the newest indoor arena in and around Los Angeles. Televisiooni ulatus algab 10 Pärastlõunal. JA/7 Pärastlõunal. PT for those people who can’t make it to the Galen Center. The co-main event is really a main event in its own. It’s one of the most anticipated and asked for fights in another great weight class, the junior middleweight division where you have arguably two of the best, if not the two best fighters in that division against each other: Jermall Charlo defending his title against top-rated challenger Julian Williams.
This is a fight Julian Williams has been waiting for, pikka aega, and it’s a battle of unbeaten up and coming stars in their prime. There’s going to be a terrific, non-televised card as part of this event, samuti. Nii, those people that are going to be able to make it out to the Galen Center, they’re going to really be in for a treat. I’m going to tell you about some of those fights, which my co-promotor, Tom Brown from TGB, has put together and I want to thank Tom for a job very well done. These are greatly matched fights, and I’m excited and looking forward to seeing them.
Included on the undercard is junior welterweight title eliminator featuring unbeaten Sergey Lipinets, koos rekord 10-0, koos 8 Kos, taking on Australia’s Lenny Zappavigna with a record of 35-2 koos 25 Kos. Great match ups. They will also see a pair of undefeated prospects who are looking to cement their status as championship contenders. In the super welterweight division Erickson Lubin, kes on 16-0, koos 11 KOs of Orlando, Fla., and junior lightweight Mario Barrios, koos rekord 16-0, koos 8 KOs out of San Antonio.
The card will also include an array of local talent from Los Angeles or the greater Los Angeles area, including Oxnard’s Hugo Centeno, Jr. koos rekord 24-1 koos 12 Kos, former title challenger Josesito Lopez with a 33-7 rekord, koos 19 KOs and personally one of my favorites. He’s always there to give a fight, just an amazing warrior and I’m happy to see Josesito Lopez on this card. Then we also are going to see Abner Mares’ noorem vend, Adan märad, who has a record of 14-3. I’m looking forward to having him there as well. It really is a can’t-miss night, and for those people here in Southern California, please come and see this card. It’s going to be great fighters, great matchups.
The doors are open at 3:30 pm, and the fights begins shortly thereafter. Tickets for the live event are on sale now, and they start at $35, jah 35, what a steal. Students get a special $10 ära. There’s a $25 student ticket available as well, and they’re available at www.galentix.com.
Nüüd, the man who made is all happen and is not only a very close friend of mine but really a man with a passion for the sport of boxing, the Executive VP and General Manager, Showtime Sport, Stephen Espinoza.
Stephen Espinoza
This fight is one of the fights I’ve been most excited about on this year’s schedule. As many of you remember, this was a fight that was originally set for June and had to be rescheduled. It was such a strong fight that we didn’t want to lose that, and I know that required some sacrifice from both fighters, and we’re deeply appreciative for that. That they’re willing to wait shows what kind of guys both these guys are, as they’re looking for a challenge and neither one wanted to walk away from what, as Richard mentioned, could be one of the best fights of the year.
This is the fifth featherweight fight that SHOWTIME will be televising this year. It is one of the most talent, deep divisions, and we’re thrilled to have such a wealth of talent and thrilled to be focusing on it this year. It is a 50-50 fight between two fighters that are, in the consensus top six of the division supported by an incredibly strong undercard, and we are very happy and very proud to be ending the year on such a strong note. We look forward to Detsember 10, and I’ll turn it over back to Richard.
R. Schaefer
Õigus, thank you very much Stephen. Nüüd, it is a privilege for me to introduce to you Abner Mares. Abner Mares, as you all know is certainly one of the greatest fighters at this time to come out of Mexico. He was born in Guadalajara, Mehhiko. Ta oli 2004 Mexican Olympian and that is how long I’ve known him and how long I’ve been involved with his fights. He lives now and fights out of Downey, California and trains with one of the best trainers in his corner, Robert Garcia. If you look at his resume, it is as impressive as it comes. He is a former world champion at 118, 122 ja 126 naela, has really fought everybody and from Ponce de Leon, from Oquendo, from Moreno, from Darchinyan and the list goes on and on.
He will be fighting in California for the 10th time in his career, including his last bout which was a terrific Fight of the Year candidate against Leo Santa Cruz. Abner Mares is the kind of fighter, who in all the fights, has never been in a boring fight because he knows how to entertain. He wants to give it his best, and he has the will to win. Here he goes, at this point in his career, for yet another world title and it is a pleasure now to turn it over to Abner who can talk a little bit about training camp, what this fight means to him and maybe give us some Thanksgiving thoughts as well. Abner.
Abner Mares
Kindlalt, Richard. How you doing? I want to start out by thanking God. All you guys for making this possible, Richard, Stephen Espinoza and obviously, the great boxing fans out there who are always supporting and even the ones who are not there to support, they just give you a bad time, but you know at the end of the day, they support the sport in a way.
Nii, I’m really honored and privileged to be fighting Detsember 10 in my hometown in LA. It’s going to be a great fight against a great fighter, Jeesus Cuellar, a puncher, a guy who has a lot of strength, a guy that has lots to prove. Like Richard has mentioned, I’m just really looking forward to this fight. As you guys know, I’ve never been in a boring fight. I always entertain. I find a way to give you guys explosive fights and this will be just that. It will be an exciting fight, like Richard mentioned, this is perfect for an entertaining fight and I’m going to give you just that.
An early Christmas present to everyone, hopefully a late birthday present for me, since it’s going to be a week after my birthday. It’s going to be great. You can’t miss it, like Richard mentioned; in this stage of my career, I think this is my second wind. I’m looking forward to showing you guys a different Abner and what you guys don’t know already. This is going to be a year since I started training with well-known coach Robert Garcia, a whole year we had to train and get to know each other, so you will see the difference. So with that said, I think this is a fight you can’t miss on SHOWTIME. You can’t miss live at the USC Galen Center.
This is a Fight of the Year to close the end of the year and I’m looking forward to that — not so much looking forward to Thanksgiving like Richard said because we will still be on a diet, we won’t be able to eat as much, but obviously spending time with the family being thankful for everything that God has given us. It’s been a blessing. Thank you all for tuning in and thank you all again. Ma ei saa oodata December 10th to make history once again and become a four-time world champion.
Q
Abner, you mentioned the year with Robert Garcia. How has it transformed you? How has it changed you from who you were?
A. Emad
I know once you get a new coach they tend to get a fight right away, and they tend to fight the next six to eight weeks, and you don’t see much of a difference. Miks? Because you only have that small period of time to train and get to know each other, and I just mentioned a whole year with Robert and not only a whole year with Robert, a whole year of getting ready for this fight against a southpaw and you guys know what type of coach Robert is. Not only does he bring education to your boxing skills but also that motivation, it’s always good to have that motivation knowing that you have one of the best in your corner. Nii, you will see a different Abner and I think the best way to answer your question is you will just see a more mature fighter in me.
Q
A lot of people who are looking at this fight are saying that dealing with Cuellar’s strength and power is going to be the most difficult thing for you. How do you get through that and what are your own thoughts?
A. Emad
Once you get hit hard or anything that you can’t think of happens in the ring, I don’t think it’s based on your experiences, it’s more based on your willingness, your heart and the desire to continue. I think that comes from deep inside, and I think I have that. I think I’ve showed it in many fights. I’ve had difficult times in different fights, so I think it just comes from inside. You can’t teach that, but again, jah, experience has helped a lot to get you out of certain things but, uuesti, I think this is going to be one of the smartest fights we’re going to be able to fight.
Q
How disappointed were you and how surprised were you that you would were not allowed to fight that particular bout in Brooklyn because of the location of the match?
A. Emad
Hästi, it was difficult. It’s not the first time something like this has happened to me — not in the sense of me being injured or anything but a fight being cancelled. I’ve had fights being cancelled or postponed, years back so it’s nothing different. But I am a human being, I have feelings, ilmselt, and I just felt sad at the moment because I love to fight.
Jah, I was disappointed, not so much in myself, just the situation, kuid, uuesti, I have to take people back. I’ve got them pretty much fighting this whole year. I was supposed to fight in March, that got postponed because of an injury and then it got postponed for June and then that June fight got postponed so here we are December 10th, and again it’s just a way of seeing that mental strength and that circle you have around you. You know my family kept me strong and those long talks with my advisor kept me going and again here we are and still healthy and we will continue to give you guys good fights.
Q
Abner, could you at all just explain the situation with the eye. For whatever reason, they have different rules in New York, but can you explain what that situation is with that eye and which eye is it?
A. Emad
It’s like you said, different rules for different states. We know they’re stricter on that side. I think that tells you they’re stricter and then, ilmselt, the issues they’re having at the moment and it’s nothing bad. It’s something that happened in 2008. I have been fighting since. I’ve been cleared in every state I’ve fought in, other than New York. I fight in California, I fight in Texas, I fight in Vegas. I fight in Philly, liiga. I think there was a red flag for them because, ilmselt, I had surgery done again in 2008 and they just didn’t want to take the risk, but again I think, like Richard, myself and my doctor said, meil oled hea minna. We have been. I have the same risk. I don’t have it higher or less than any fighter out there. My surgery is done. I’m good and like any other fighter I have the same risk of getting one open in the ring, so there’s no risk higher of me getting one.
Q
Abner, which eye was it you had the surgery on back in ’08?
A. Emad
It was in my left eye.
Q
Abner, do you have any concern whatsoever about rust?
A. Emad
Pole tänu väärt, you have to see it and look at it on the positive side. Ilmselt, I haven’t been in the spotlight, no cameras around me, no lights, but I’ve been active. Alates märtsist, I’ve been getting ready for the fight. Every single fight has been postponed the week of the fight, so I’ve practically done training camps for two fights. Nii, that does not worry me, but if it happens you will feel it in the ring, and it’s just a matter of adjusting to it. It wears off within one or two rounds and just getting the rhythm of the fight going. I think we’re safe and we’ll be good.
Q
Richard, when you started to go and work on this fight did you have any issues with Abner’s medical situation or were you were sort of like surprised it was postponed and then, when he went through the testing you were very satisfied that everything was okay? What was your take on the postponement because of New York?
R. Schaefer
Ma arvan,, kõigepealt, New York has other issues related to boxing to well. With the insurance requirement they had a very difficult year, New York, as it situates to what happened with all the ins and outs of the commission and I think anybody in boxing or anybody would agree it’s a bit of a mess out there. Then you look at California. I think California is one of the best run if, ausalt, not the best-run commissions and so of course when the fight was postponed or cancelled or whatever in New York, I not only talked to Abner and his wife. They were both in my office and I talked to them, but I asked Abner for permission to actually talk directly with his attorney and with his doctor, who is one of the most recognized surgeons and specialists as it relates to eyes and eye injuries in the world.
When I talked to the doctor I asked him straight out, is Abner okay? He said yes. I asked him is Abner at a higher risk than any fighter who enters the ring and he said absolutely not and that gave me the confidence to go forward and promote this fight. I had the same conversations with the California Commission and their medical board was satisfied with their requirements to make sure Abner was okay because of course if it’s the commission or anyone involved in this fight, first and foremost is fighter safety and Al Haymon, Abner’s advisor, asked me numerous times, I mean numerous times, and he said look if we’re going to do this fight, make sure Abner is okay and make sure he is absolutely okay, and I feel confident that I did that and so we’re ready to go.
R. Schaefer
Korras, suur. We’re going to have Jesus make some comment and then opening up for both fighters to answer any questions.
It’s a pleasure for me to introduce to you the current WBA Featherweight World Champion with a record of 28-1 koos 21 knockouts. He’s one of those other tough, hard hitting, fighters coming out of Argentina, in this case Buenos Aries and he’s in his first fight under legendary coach Freddie Roach, so you’re going to have an interesting matchup there also with Robert Garcia’s trained fighter, Abner Mares, against a Freddie Roach trained fighter Jesus Cuellar and you know those two guys, Roach and Garcia are very competitive, and so I think that adds some extra spice to the matchup. Cuellar won his world title in 2013 and has gone to defend it five times since then, including victories over Rico Ramos, Vic Darchinyan and Juan Manuel Lopez. It is a pleasure now to introduce Jesus Cuellar.
Jeesus Cuellar
I feel very good. We’ve had a great training camp with Freddie and my entire team. I have been concentrating on this matchup and looking forward to the fight with Abner.
R. Schaefer
Korras, very good so let’s open it back up to questions now from the media. Any more questions for Abner or Jesus Cuellar please.
Q
What did that fight against Santa Cruz tell you about what you have left to offer in boxing?
A. Emad
I think that part itself tells you what I have left. Ma andsin talle minu kõik. I think it was a close fight and it lets you know I have a lot left. I gave a hell of a fight and it’s just different styles. It didn’t really tell me anything other than that I’m ready for anything. It was a great fight against a great fighter and that’s it.
Q
Abner, without giving away any strategy or anything, what do think are some of the biggest improvements you’ve made working with Robert Garcia?
A. Emad
Wow. Nii, many but I think that number one is definitely on my basic punches, the one, kaks, hook, three-punch combination. I think we perfected those plus sitting down more, turning more on my punches. It’s crazy how you might think you’re throwing your punches good, and you’re not this whole time. Nii, I think I’ve learned how to turn more on my punches, how to sit better on my punches and I think my power is coming out really good. My sparring partner has helped me and I think you will see improvement in my power and my defense.
Q
I know he probably doesn’t speak to you about this much, but can you tell me what it would mean for you, because as Richard mentioned before, there’s an obvious rivalry between Robert and Freddie. What would it mean for you to win one for him?
A. Emad
Jah, like you said we don’t talk about that. It has nothing to do with Freddie Roach. I think it’s a fight between a fighter and myself and just winning the fight for us as a team will mean the world to us. We have no desire on throwing this in anyone’s face. It’s just a win, and there’s no rivalry.
Q
Abner, when you think back about your journey and the opportunities you’ve had in boxing, what are you most grateful for? What are some of the things you’re most grateful for this month, in advance of Thanksgiving?
A. Emad
Esimene, all of the great people I have around me. My circle, minu sõbrad, the opportunities I’ve had, and just the opportunity to be fighting for another world title before the end of the year is something I’m really grateful and then I thank, ilmselt, the great team, Showtime, my advisor and then everyone for this opportunity. I’m really looking forward to making myself and my family proud for everything overall. Like you said, I came from nothing to something and there is something I’m trying to do in this sport and that’s to just try and be an example for my kids and for the young kids growing up that anything is possible.
Q
Jeesus, how long have you been with Freddie Roach so far in camp and how has that made a difference in your style and your confidence going into this fight?
J. Cuellar
I’ve definitely learned a lot. I feel extremely improved. We have a lot of confidence heading into this fight. I want to thank God for the all the blessings I’ve had. It’s been nice to go back to Argentina, but this was a great opportunity to come up with Freddie and get ready for December 10th.
Q
Do you think that your power and your size advantage make you different from southpaws Abner has faced in any way? What do feel separates you from those southpaws and or anyone else that Abner has faced?
J. Cuellar
I know that I have the size advantage and I’m the bigger fighter but I certainly cannot rely on that. I realize this is going to be a difficult matchup, and I have to bring my best because Abner is a heck of a talent.
Q
What are you thankful for in advance of Thanksgiving?
J. Cuellar
I’m relaxed, I’m calm and I’m thankful that I’m going to spend the time with my family and friends.
Q
Möödunud Laupäev we saw a very controversial decision with Ward and Kovalev. Abner, I’ll begin with you, when you see a very controversial decision like that, nagu poksija, does it bother you the fact that we’re still seeing controversy when it comes to the judges and does that motivate you at all to try to go for the knockout, not to leave it in the judges hands?
A. Emad
Mul on kahju, I’m not going to lie. I did not watch the fight. I wasn’t able to see the fight, because I had a turkey drive the following day pühapäeval, so I was getting ready for that, but obviously I saw the tweets, I saw everything. I heard about it, and I heard it was a really controversial decision, but I think there’s no judges like the people. I think those are the ones that you have to prove something to, not so much the actual judges in the ring.
Kuigi, I think it’s divided. Ma arvan, 50 percent think Kovalec won and another 50 percent think Ward won. Coming from the ground and getting back up and just winning the fight speaks a lot for him. Nii, again I did not watch the fight. I can’t go into detail, and for myself you just take that and put it on my fight. I don’t have to do anything to impress the judges. I think just my boxing itself. I think we have professionals up there, and they’re going to do their jobs, so I don’t even have to think about that or put that in my head that I have to do something different just to impress the judges. Ära, I’m going to go in there and just do my job.
Q
You mentioned before, after your last fight was cancelled, that you spoke with Al Haymon and he gave you some advice and counsel to lift your spirits. What advice did he give you after your last fight was cancelled?
A. Emad
Just having him as a friend, as an advisor, just being positive, him saying Abner ‘we’re in this together.’ Just hearing those words, ‘we’re in this together, we’re going to get through it, we’re going to get you a fight soon. Do not worry.’ That did it all. Olin, ilmselt, I was still worried but it calmed me down. It calmed me down and like I said here we are a couple of weeks away and, uuesti, I’m really thankful for my team.
Q
Jeesus, everyone who saw you at the news conference was talking about how big you were. Is weight going to be a problem for this fight and traditionally have you ever had any weight difficulties?
J. Cuellar
Ära, I’ve never had any issues when it comes to weight and I’m very thankful again for the training camp we’ve had and continue to have and I’m ready for the fight.
Q
How much do you weigh right now?
J. Cuellar
130.
Q
Jeesus, why did you want to fight Abner specifically?
J. Cuellar
Hästi, Abner is a fantastic fighter and you have to beat the best in the world to be the best. Now we just have to get ready for December 10th Los Angeles.
R. Schaefer
Korras, suur. I want to thank all of the media members again. I know that many of you from the East Coast are planning on being here for this fight. I just want to say, I know you guys are going to be treated to a very special night. I am going to host a spectacular media dinner reedel night as well. This is my first fight back, and I really couldn’t have asked for a better doubleheader with Cuellar and Abner Mares and Charlo and Williams and all the other fights I mentioned before. Nii, I’m really excited about the fights, but I’m really excited to see you guys from the East Coast as well and appreciate the relationship that we have and look forward to working with you. I’ll see you in a couple of weeks and Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and all of your families. Suur aitäh.
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Boxing Stars Badou Jack, James DeGale, Jose Pedraza & Gervonta Davis Give Back Before Thanksgiving Holiday & Jaanuar 14 Showdowns

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Fighters Deliver Thanksgiving Meals at

Bed-Stuy Campaign Against Hunger in Brooklyn

Showtime MEISTRIVÕISTLUSED BOXING Laupäev, Jaanuar 14

Barclays Center Brooklyn

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BROOKLYN (November 22, 2016) – In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, super middleweight world champions Badou Jack ja James DeGale, plus junior lightweight world champion Jose Pedraza ja löömata challenger Gervonta Davis, donated and distributed Thanksgiving meals at the Bed-Stuy Campaign Against Hunger in Brooklyn before their press conference last Wednesday to discuss their respective January 14 showdowns taking place at Barclays Center and live on SHOWTIME.

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The fighters handed out 100 turkeys along with other Thanksgiving foods to help aid the organization that has provided millions of meals for people in the area. Hailing from countries all around the world, the fighters got together to give back in the borough that they will be competing in come January. To learn more about the Bed-Stuy Campaign Against Hunger visit www.bedstuyagainsthunger.org.

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Piletid live sündmus, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and DiBella Entertainment, start kell $25. Tickets are available now and can be purchased online by visiting www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com või telefonil 1-800-745-3000. Piletid on saadaval ka American Express Box Office Barclays Center. Group soodustused helistades 844-BKLYN-GP.

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Võitmatu võistleja Sergey Lipinets võitleb laupäevase alakaardi raames Austraalia Lenny Zappavigna juunioride poolkaalu maailmameistritiitliga., Detsember 10 galeni keskusest Los Angelese USC-s

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Erickson Lubin & Mario Barrio tegevuses
Kuigi kohalik talent, sealhulgas Hugo Centeno Jr.,
Josesito Lopez ja Adan Mares astuvad ringi
LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2016) – Põnev öö kaartidega saabub Los Angelesesse Laupäev, Detsember 10 ja seda tõstab esile lööv võitmatu võitja Sergei Lipinets (10-0, 8 Kos) 12-ringises nooremas poolkaalus maailmameistritiitli kõrvaldaja Austraalia vastu Lenny Zappavigna (35-2, 25 Kos) Galeni keskusest USC-s.
Detsember 10 WBA tiitliomaniku vaheline maailmakarika meistrivõistluste kokkuvõte Jeesus Cuellar ja endine kolm-divisjoni maailmameistriks Abner Mares. Live Showtime MEISTRIVÕISTLUSED BOXINGâ telesaade algab 10 Pärastlõunal. JA/7 Pärastlõunal. PT juunioride keskkaalu maailmameistriga Jermall Charlo võitmatu tippvõistleja üles võtmine Julian Williams parimatena võitmata tõusva tähe matšis.
Piletid live sündmus, mida propageerib Ringstar Sport ja TGB Promotions, on praegu müügil ja hinnaga $35, $50, $75, $150 ja $200. Piletite ostmiseks minge aadressile www.galentix.com.
Samuti on moes pakatava võitluste õhtu raames esile tõstetud võitmatud võistlejad Erickson “Haamer” Lubin (16-0, 11 Kos) juunioride keskkaalu arvestuses ja Mario Barrios (16-0, 8 Kos) võitlevad Argentina omadega Claudio Rosendo Tapia (24-18-4, 9 Kos) juunioride kergekaalus.
Rida andekaid võitlejaid Los-Angelesi piirkonnast ümardab õhtu Oxnardi nimega Hugo “Ülemus” Centeno Jr. (24-1, 12 Kos) võistleb keskkaalu atraktsioonis, endine tiitlitest väljakutsuja Josesito Lopez (33-7, 19 Kos) of Riverside kuuevoorulises keskkaalus ja Abner Mares’ noorem vend, Adan märad (14-1-3, 3 Kos) astub rõngasse kergekaalus.
Tehtud amatöör, kes on sündinud Kasahstan kuid võitleb välja Venemaa,Lipinets aasta aprillis profiks saanud 2014 otsuse võiduga Franklin Varela üle. 27-aastane noormees registreeris kuus nokaudi järjest, enne kui astus võistlustulle ja avaldas muljet võiduga märtsis Haskell Lydell Rhodese üle 2015 ja märtsis Levan Ghvamichava nokaud. Ta jätkas hoogu juulis, kui peatas seitsmendas voorus väljakujunenud võistleja Walter Castillo. Ta esitab 29-aastasele Zappavignale väljakutse Uus-Lõuna-Walesist, Austraalia. Ta astub sellesse võitlusse viimase võitjana 10 võistlused, sealhulgas ka tema viimane triumf, juulis Ik Yangi kuuenda vooru seiskamine.
Põneva stiiliga kõrgelt hinnatud väljavaade, 21-aastane Lubin plahvatas sündmuskohale ja soovis vastaseid juba varakult lõpetada, kui ta kinnistab oma eliitvõistleja staatust. Võitlus Orlandost välja, ta on juba maha võtnud kogenud veteranid, sealhulgas Orlando Lora, Ayi Bruce, Michael Finney ja Norberto Gonzalez. Novembris oli ta sensatsiooniline 2015 kui ta Alexis Camacho välja lõi ja jaanuaris pealkirjastas oma esimese kaardi ning domineeris Jose De Jesus Maciases oma esimeses 10-raundilises heitluses. Ta on hoidnud juunis kuuma seeriat, peatades veteran Daniel Sandoval kolmandas voorus ja domineerides juulis veteran Ivan Montero üle.
Pikk noorem kergekaalu üle kuue jala, 21-aastane Ümbruskond noppis moosipakendis seitse võitu 2015 milles ta peatas viis vastast distantsi sees, sealhulgas ülemise vasaku konksu kombo, mis lõpetas Manuel Videsi öö eelmise aasta detsembris. San Antoniost pärit põliselanik osutus profiks 2013 ning on kiirel teel maailmameistritiitli suunas, sest viimati alistas ta juulis tiitlivõistlustel Devis Boschiero. Nüüd näib ta, et jääb Mendozast välja Tapiaga peetud matšis võitmatuks, Argentina.
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Esinevad poksi meistrid: 12 Ümberjooks juunioride keskkaalu maailmameistritiitli Julian Williamsiga

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(Photo Credit: Leo Wilson / Premier Poks Champions)
Vajuta SIIN lugeda Premier Poksimeistrite veebisaidilt
Sündinud ja kasvanud poksirikkas linnas Philadelphias, Williams on kogu oma tõusu 154-naelasel tõusul tõestanud, et suudab sind pähe lüüa sama palju kui aju. Kuidas muidu seletate 26-aastase praegust seitsme järjestikuse heitluse seeriat nii palju, et ei kaotaks ühtegi vooru?
Rohkem kui lihtsalt osav poksija, Williams on ka tõeline magusa teaduse õppur, nii ja ringist välja. Tegelikult, “J Rock” peab nii sügavalt lugu oma spordiala ajaloost, et tekib tunne, et ta veetis mängulegende uurides sama palju aega kui kolme löögi kombinatsiooni täiustamiseks.
Rääkides ajaloost, Julian Williams (22-0-1, 14 Kos) soovib teha mõned oma Detsember 10 kui ta esitab väljakutse 154-naelasele meistrile Jermall Charlo Galeni keskuses USC ülikoolilinnakus Los Angeleses (Showtime, 10 Pärastlõunal. JA/7 Pärastlõunal. PT).
Hiljutisel pausil oma esimese maailmatiitlivõistluste treenimiseks, Williams vestles meiega mehest, kelle arvates on ta ajaloo suurim võitleja, jabi tähtsus, tema meeletu kulinaariaoskus ja ämbrite nimekirja esikoht (vihje: Ta on selle ületamise äärel).
Kas teil on poksikangelane?
Austan Muhammad Alit kui ajaloo nüüdisaegset kangelast asjade eest, mille eest ta seisis - mitte ainult selle eest, mida poksis tehti. Mulle, Ali poks [saavutused] on suhtelised ja väiksem osa tema pärandist võrreldes sellega, mis seisis väljaspool rõngast.
Muhammad Ali tõelist suurust esindas see, mida ta tegi maailma heaks, ja tribüünid, mida ta võttis rohkem kui oma võitlusi.
Kõigist poksijatest ajaloos, kes sa tahaksid, et sa oleksid võidelnud, ja kuidas oleks võitlus välja mängitud?
Ma ei taha teile tulemust anda, aga ma ütleksin, et Sugar Ray Robinson, sest minu arust, ta on parim võitleja, kes kunagi elanud. Ja ma tahaksin näha, kuidas ma seisaksin kõigi aegade parima võitleja vastu, kandes kindapaari.
Sugar Ray Robinsonil oli kõik-suurepärane löögivalik, oskused, jab, kiirus. Ta oli tohutu võitleja. Ma pole kunagi varem ega hiljem kedagi nii head näinud.
See toimus ajal, kui kutid kaklesid kaks-kolm korda kuus kuue untsi hobusejõhvikinnastega. Nad tegid seda parima konkurentsi vastu. Ma mõtlen, ta võitleks Jake LaMotta ja Kid Gavilaniga 15 vooru heitlustes. Nad lihtsalt ei ehita enam selliseid mehi. Seda ei juhtu.
Sugar Ray Robinson tooks minus esile parima ja annaks mulle hea ülevaate selle kohta, kui hea ma tegelikult olen. Ma ei austaks kunagi Sugar Ray Robinsoni, öeldes, et peksan teda. Austan legende. Tahaksin lihtsalt näha, kui hästi ma seda tüüpi tüüpide vastu teeksin.
Lõpeta see lause: Kui mitte poksimiseks, Oleksin …
… ilmselt alles lõpetamas ülikooli, õppelaenu tagasi maksmine ja armetus. Tõenäoliselt oleksin ärijuhtimise eriala.
Milline on avalikkuse suurim väärarusaam poksijate osas?
Et me kõik oleme rumalad.
Mis on kõige raskem, mida olete kunagi tabanud, ja kuidas sa sellega hakkama said?
Sa tead, mida, Ma ei püüa kõlada kidurana ega midagi sellist, aga ma ei mäleta. Mul on olnud raskeid võitlusi, aga ma ei mäleta tegelikult vastast, kes oleks mulle niimoodi väga haiget teinud.
Pole kunagi olnud seal, kus ma olin, “Oh mu jumal, lööb ta nii kõvasti,” või “Ta lõi mind nii kõvasti, Ma ei suutnud end kokku võtta.” Ma pole seda kunagi kogenud. Ma ei ütle, et see ei saaks juhtuda; Ma lihtsalt ütlen, et seda pole juhtunud.
Enda välistamine, kes on tänapäeval maailma parim nael-naela eest võitleja?
See on lähedal, sest arvan, et keegi pole praegu juhtpositsiooni võtnud. Ma ütleksin ilmselt Andre Ward, kuid samal ajal on tal olnud nii palju vaba aega.
Teil on seal selliseid tüüpe nagu Sergei Kovalev, kes on kõiki lahti teinud, ja siis on teil sellised tüübid nagu Guillermo Rigondeaux, kes on ilmselt parim võitleja maailmas, kuid tal pole kunagi olnud võimalust seda suurel laval tõestada.
Siis olete saanud Floyd Mayweather Jr., kes on minu arvates maailma parim selge võitleja, kui ta on aktiivne. Kuid ta on pensionil.
Sellist on lihtsalt raske valida. Ma ei suutnud ühte valida. Ma saaksin ühe valida järgmise aasta alguses.
Millisest toidust on kõige raskem loobuda võitluseks treenides?
Mulle meeldivad pasta ja punane liha. Treenides ei söö ma liiga palju punast liha, sest seda on liiga raske lõigata. Mulle meeldivad praad ja lambaliha ning pasta. Mulle lihtsalt meeldib kogu pasta üldiselt.
Koolitusest rääkides, mis on teie lemmikharjutus?
Mul pole tegelikult ühtegi. Ma vihkan neid kõiki. Ma lihtsalt teen neid, sest ma pean neid tegema.
Aga lemmikpunch viskamiseks?
See sõltub sellest, kellega ma võitlen, aga ma peaksin kindlasti ütlema, sest jab paneb kõik paika. See on tavaliselt minu kaugusemõõtja, ja tavaliselt suudan ma tüliga võitlust kontrollida. Ma kasutan seda üsna tõhusalt igas võitluses.
Kas teil on lemmik poksifilm?
Raevuv pull. mulle meeldis Kivine, ka. Mulle meeldisid enamasti kõik Kivine filmid.
Kes on teie esitusloendis üks artist, kes võitlusfänne üllataks?
Teddy Pendergrass. Kasvasin üles koos ema ja isaga, kellele tema muusika meeldis.
Kas jookseksite pigem rivistaja otsa või löönuks ta kingadest välja?
See sõltub sellest, kes see on. Kui on [pensionile jäänud Baltimore Ravensi legend] Ray Lewis, Ma peaksin teda hurjutama. Sest ma ei taha, et ta mind tabaks.
Lõpeta see lause: Inimesed oleksid seda teades üllatunud …
… Olen hämmastav kokk. Ma oskan süüa teha palju asju - peaaegu kõike.
Kui saaksite maailmas ühte asja muuta, mis see oleks?
Rassi suhted. Maailm oleks parem koht, kui kõik ei näeks nii palju värve.
Mis on teie elu koppade loendis?
Ma tahan olla maailmameister, mida ma saan järgmises võitluses Jermall Charlo peksmisega saavutada. See on see, mida ma olen kogu elu nii palju vaeva näinud.
Mul ei ole ämbernimekirja soovi langevarjuhüppesse minna enne, kui see kõik on läbi, või minna Jaapanisse või midagi muud. It’s simple: Olen pool elu töötanud maailmameistriks saamiseks, ja see on minu ämbrite nimekirjas kõige olulisem.
“12 Ümardab koos …” ilmub kolmapäeviti kell PremierBoxingChampions.com
Järgmine nädal: 154-naela meister Jermall Charlo.
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Badou Jack vs. James DeGale Press Conference Quotes & Fotod

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(Photo Credit: Tom Casino/Mayweather Promotions)
Super Middleweight World Championship Unification Laupäev, Jaanuar 14 Barclays Center Brooklyn & Live Showtime
Featuring Junior Lightweight World Champion Jose Pedraza
Battling Undefeated Contender Gervonta Davis
Vajuta SIIN jaoks Fotod Amanda Westcott / SHOWTIME®
Vajuta SIIN for Photos from Tom Casino/Mayweather Promotions
BROOKLYN (November 16, 2016) – A star-studded press conference took place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Wednesday, kui Floyd Mayweather, along with several New York boxing “ambassadors,” signified the return of boxing to New York by announcing the super middleweight world championship unification fight featuring Badou Jack vastu James DeGale see toimub Laupäev, Jaanuar 14 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn and live on Showtime®.
Also announced on Wednesday and featured on the Showtime MEISTRIVÕISTLUSED BOXING telecast is undefeated junior lightweight world champion Jose “Sniper” Pedraza taking on unbeaten rising contender Gervonta “See üks” Davis.
Piletid live sündmus, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and DiBella Entertainment, start kell $25. Tickets are available starting this Reede, November. 18 juures 10 a.m. ja saab osta internetist aadressil www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com või telefonil 1-800-745-3000. Piletid on saadaval ka American Express Box Office Barclays Center. Group soodustused helistades 844-BKLYN-GP.
The press conference signified the return of boxing to New York for the first time since a controversial insurance measure instituted by the New York State Government. Participants were on hand to discuss the exciting doubleheader on Jaanuar 14 and celebrating the long awaited return of boxing to The Big Apple.
Siin on, mida pidid osalejad ütlevad kolmapäev:
JACK Badou
“I think this will be an exciting fight. I’m going to give it my all and he’s going to give it his all. This is a bigger fight than anything we’ve been a part of. He’s going to turn it up and so will I.
“Now it’s me and DeGale. All the other fights are in the past. We’ve had different results against the same fighters. But none of that matters, it’s time to fight.
“A real champion can take a loss and bounce back. It shows what kind of person you are. I’ve proven I’m mentally tough.
“Boxing is not dead. It’s here to stay. There are some very good fights coming up. Probably even more next year.
“I came from Sweden, a country that has no boxing. Now I’m here headlining in New York for a unification fight. Taevas on piir. I always stay humble and never forget where I came from.
“It’s not going to matter what people think on fight night. DeGale is definitely one of the top guys in the division. He’s a road warrior. He comes over here and fights guys in their backyards. He deserves a lot of credit. That’s why this fight is so big. We both want to be great.
“I like being the underdog. If I’m the underdog in this fight, then that’s perfect for me. There won’t be any excuses when I beat him.
“I just try to stay humble win after win and keep looking forward to bigger and better things. After this fight come talk to me about who is the best in the division.
“I don’t want to compare myself to anyone else but I’ve had a couple of good years. Now we’re working to have two even better years.
“I made a mistake and got caught in my loss. I was able to bounce back and it made me a way better fighter. It was definitely a blessing in disguise. People are still overlooking me because of it. I look at it as a good thing.
“Everything happens for a reason. I’m very blessed to be here in Brooklyn. This is my second home in America. I trained at Gleason’s Gym in 2009 and now I’m headlining at Barclays Center. It’s amazing.”
JAMES DeGale
“See on siin. The big one. The best fighting the best. Number one against number two. Badou Jack is a very good fighter. He doesn’t do anything spectacular, but he’s a compete fighter.
“I have that X-factor. I’ve lost before and I’m not going to lose again. I’ve come too far in my life to lose this opportunity.
“Edasi Jaanuar 14, Brooklyn is in for a treat. You will not want to miss this one. Make sure you get your tickets.
“My people in London can’t wait for me to fight at home. It’s coming. But first I want to take over in America.
“New York is one of my favorite cities. It’s a boxing city. I watched Santa Cruz vs. Frampton and it was a wicked atmosphere. I can’t wait to be in there.
“I’m very confident in my abilities. I believe I’m the best in the division and one of the best in the world. I’ve been waiting for this fight for a long time and I’m ready to get in there.
“I think in the last three fights I’ve shown everything. I haven’t been getting the respect that I deserve. I’ve beaten everyone put in front of me. This is what I love to do.
“I’m a natural super middleweight. I want to be in fights where people think I’m going to lose. I’ll challenge anybody.
“Me and Badou Jack are two different fighters. I think I’m going to beat him wide on the scorecards or stop him.”
Jose Pedraza
“I’m thankful to everyone here and my people from New York who I know will be supporting me on fight night.
“I expect this to be a very exciting fight. I’m going to be ready for anything that Davis will bring into the ring. I’m going to take care of business.
“I’m very privileged to help with this cause and to help push boxing in New York. I’m going to represent my people on Jaanuar 14 and I’m very proud of the opportunity.
“If Davis says he has to be killed to be beaten, then he’s going to have to go down.
“I’m undefeated and I will remain undefeated after Jaanuar 14. I know Davis is a strong kid, but he isn’t on my level. I am looking to dominate this fight.
“Fighting at Barclays Center is really a dream come true. I know that I will have a lot of support from the Puerto Rican boxing fans and I’m going to train hard to perform for them.
“I’m sorry for Davis to be signed for Mayweather, because when I take away his undefeated record, I’m going to feel like I beat Mayweather.”
GERVONTA DAVIS
“It feels great to fight in Brooklyn for the first time. I’ve never fought in New York and it’s tremendous. I’ll have a lot of hometown fans driving up to here for the fight.
“Pedraza is a tough opponent. We’re going to work hard in camp and be ready to fight on Jaanuar 14.
“My hometown has been backing me for all of these years. Edasi Jaanuar 14, I get my shot. It’s amazing. I know Pedraza is a great fighter. People will say he has more experience. But I had 206 wins in the amateurs and a lot of titles.
“There’s nothing Pedraza can bring to the ring that I haven’t seen before. I’ve been battle-tested inside the ring and outside the ring.
“He’s going to have to kill me to retain his title. I’m coming home a champion. There’s no doubt about it.
“On paper this is definitely my hardest task. We’re both great fighters. I hope he trains hard because I’m training for the fight of my life.
“I’m going to steal the show on Jaanuar 14. I’m going to get Pedraza out of there and then work to unify the division against the other champs.”
Floyd Mayweather, President Mayweather Kampaaniad
“We’re back. What other better city to be in, than New York City? It was always one of my dreams to fight in New York City. I’m glad I’m in a position to put fighters out there to give the fans what they want to see. New York City is the best place for boxing.
“For years and years these fighters have worked so hard and dedicated their lives to get to this point. I’m thankful for everyone who is supporting us and supporting our movement.
“The only thing we’re going to do is continue to build these fighters and help these fighters get to the highest heights. So many people have helped me get to this point, where I can give back to these young fighters.
“Lou DiBella is a guy I love to work with. The boxing business is about working together. Leonard works hard day in and day out to put these fighters in the best position, and I do the same. It’s all about working to get these fighters to the next level.
“We’re here in New York and we want to bring boxing to New York City. This is one of the meccas of boxing. The whole state has embraced me throughout my career.
“I’m very proud of Badou Jack. He’s a guy who carries himself like a gentleman. That’s what a true champion does. He’s very respectful, humble and appreciative.
“Badou Jack is such a hard worker and he’s very appreciative. I remember the position he was in. He’s still very thankful and humble now that he’s in a great position in his life and career.
“I’m just happy that I’m able to put fighters in a good position. They then have to take advantage of the position I put them in.
“We want to continue to do fights in this arena and bring championship boxing to New York City. We want to give you great shows again and again.”
LEONARD Ellerbe, Tegevjuht Mayweather Kampaaniad
“This is a tremendous platform. Coming to New York is something that Floyd has been advocating for. He’s wanted to bring a big event here and come Jaanuar 14 that’s what the fans are going to get. We have a great night of fights from top to bottom.
“This is everything for Badou. This is why you lace them up when you’re a kid. This is an opportunity to be the best. He’s the best 168-pounder in the world and on Jaanuar 14 he’ll have that platform to do it.
“When it comes to unification, you don’t see too many unified champions. The best fighting the best is what it’s all about. DeGale is an Olympic gold medalist and a world champion. He’s fought some very good fighters. Badou will be making his third title defense and there is no better opponent than DeGale.
“When two guys come together and they want to determine who’s the best, with everything on the line, that’s what it’s all about.
“The fans can expect to see Mayweather Promotions go back to Las Vegas with two world champions. One will be a unified champion and one will be the new super featherweight world champion.
“This is a great step-up for Gervonta. That’s what life is about, stepping up and taking risks. That’s why you get into the sport. He’ll have his full arsenal on display on fight night.”
LOU DIBELLA, President DiBella Meelelahutus
“Fans should go out and buy their tickets once they go on sale. There is going to be a show here on Jaanuar 14. We have lawyers and insurance people on it and we will pay what needs to be paid.
“This announcement not only represents a fight announcement, but a call to action to all boxing fans. Boxing needs your help in New York. We need to change or repeal this law that has really shut us down. Even if we can get really expensive insurance for Jaanuar 14, the small promoters and small fights and grassroots boxing have come to a standstill.
“Come out to this incredible fight card on Jaanuar 14. Jack vs. DeGale is as good as it gets. Jose Pedraza is Puerto Rico’s only champion and he’s defending against Gervonta Davis. That is a great fight. The undercard is also going to be terrific.
“It also represents boxing trying to take its rightful place back. We’re not sitting back in 2017 and letting our industry be brought to a halt. We’re going ahead and announcing Jaanuar 14. But we need everyone’s help with respect to making the necessary changes to allow our sport to thrive in this space again.
“I promoted Badou early in his career and he is a terrific fighter. He does everything well. He’s active in the ring and he makes good fights, and so does DeGale. He comes forward and fights. These two guys are going to throw down. This is a fan friendly main event. With huge significance.
“The opening bout features Puerto Rico’s only champion, fighting in front of New York’s huge Puerto Rican community. Gervonta Davis comes right up from Baltimore and it’s a can’t-miss fight.”
BRETT YORMARK, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Meelelahutus
“We want to reinforce our commitment to boxing. Not just from a Barclays Center perspective, but from a state perspective. Boxing is very important to the history here in New York and we want that to continue. We want to take a lead position as the sport continues to grow and thrive in the marketplace.
“We have become one of the premier venues in the country for boxing. We look forward to a very successful 2017. This fight in particular is very important to us. We haven’t had a championship event here since July. Floyd being involved brings a whole different dynamic as well and we’re excited for a tremendous undercard full of Brooklynites.
“Floyd has been here to the Barclays Center several times and we’re thrilled that he’s back. It’s a pleasure to welcomes Badou Jack and James DeGale to Brooklyn and I’m confident that you will like the Brooklyn crowd.
“There has not been a major boxing event at Barclays Center since the Juuli 30 Santa Cruz vs. Frampton card and we’re proud to take the lead on bringing boxing back to New York. We’re excited that Jaanuar 14 will be the first major boxing card in New York in 2017. We are more committed than ever before to bringing boxing to Barclays Center.
“It’s a very exciting time for the building, for the sport and it should be an electric evening for the sport.”
STEPHEN Espinoza, Executive VP & Peadirektor, Showtime Sport
“This card is unique, high quality and special. You don’t see cards like this every day. These four fighters have made a combined 14 appearances on SHOWTIME. We’re very proud of these four fighters.
“To create and deliver special events, it takes commitment. When you’re committed to a cause, special things happen. We’ve done special things with Mayweather Promotions and now we have this great card coming to us.
“The four young men on the stage today are some of the most talented and accomplished athletes in the sport. This is the best this sport has to offer. They’re committed to taking on other accomplished athletes. We have four of those fighters here on the televised portion and we have to salute them.
“New York City has a tremendous history in boxing. It’s hosted the biggest fights in the history of the sport. Barclays Center has emerged as the biggest and most aggressive supporter of boxing on the east coast. We’re optimistic that there won’t be any holdup getting to Jaanuar 14.
“No network is as committed or as passionate about boxing as SHOWTIME is. The biggest and the best fights are on SHOWTIME. No other network is televising fights like these. Top five versus top five and champion versus champion. There is no better way to kick-off boxing in 2017 than with this great card at Barclays Center.”
ERIC ADAMS, Brooklyn Borough President
“Now is the call for action. We have witnessed what happens when the call for action is not personified and mobilized. Too many people pass legislation and are focused on the paper it’s written on, instead of the people who are impacted by it. It is clear that New York state is the Empire State where we build empires instead of destroying them and we are destroying the empire of boxing in New York.
“If we don’t do something about this piece of legislation, then these fighters will no longer have the aspiration to fight in the state that they love. That cannot happen. New Yorkers don’t follow the agenda, we lead the agenda. We must do that to make sure this is done correctly.
“We are going to mobilize and move in the right direction while protecting the fighters. We don’t want to knock out boxing in the state of New York. That cannot happen.
“This is going to be a great opportunity for these fighters and for Brooklyn and we are thankful to the team at Barclays for putting these fighters on this great stage.”
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Badou Jack & James DeGale Meet in Super Middleweight World Championship Unification Showdown Saturday, Jaanuar 14 From Barclays Center in Brooklyn Live on SHOWTIME

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Junior Lightweight World Champion Jose Pedraza
Battles Undefeated Rising Star Gervonta Davis in
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING Action
Piletid müügil Reede juures 10 a.m. JA!
BROOKLYN (November 16, 2016) – WBC super Middleweight maailmameister Badou Jack (20-1-2, 12 Kos) and IBF Super Middleweight World Champion James DeGale (23-1, 14 Kos)will look to stake their claim as the best 168-pound fighter in the world when they meet in a title unification clash on Laupäev, Jaanuar 14 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn and live on SHOWTIME as boxing returns to New York for the first time in five months.
The SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast will also feature undefeated junior lightweight world champion Jose “Sniper” Pedraza (22-0, 12 Kos) defending his title against up-and-coming Mayweather Promotions’ undefeated contender Gervonta “See üks” Davis (16-0, 15 Kos).
“I’m expecting a very tough fight from James DeGale,” ütles Jack. “But I’m very confident that I’m going to win the fight and become the unified champion. This is an incredible stage to be at Barclays Center and on SHOWTIME and I’m going to take full advantage of it. I’m ready to make my mark as the best in the division.”
“I am so happy that this fight has finally been made,” said DeGale. “This is the best fighting the best. See on see, mida poks on kõike. Badou Jack is a very good fighter and he’s underrated. I am going to have to be 100 percent on my game to beat him, but I am confident I will deliver on January 14. I have already fulfilled my dream of becoming a world champion and now it is time to unify.”
“Davis is a great young fighter with an impressive record,” Said Pedraza. “He is a complete fighter and I am very happy to fight a challenger of his caliber. Aga, I do feel that Davis has been protected so I plan to really show off in this fight and perform at my best. Defeating Davis will be a great start to 2017, a year I would love to unify my division. I am thrilled to be back on SHOWTIME and look forward to putting on a great show for all those in attendance at Barclays Center.”
“I’m excited for the opportunity to fight a respected undefeated world champion like Jose Pedraza,” Said Davis. “I’m also ready to show the boxing world what I’m capable of doing. Boxing is searching for its next star and I believe that I’m the one. Edasi Jaanuar 14, I plan to show what over 200 amateur wins and 12 years of training with coach Calvin Ford looks like. Baltimore, me oleme siin. Brooklyn, I’m ready to shine for you. Jose Pedraza, get ready. I’m coming to kick your a**.”
“Mayweather Promotions is pleased to have the opportunity to bring this huge event to Brooklyn and Barclays Center,” said Floyd Mayweather, President Mayweather Kampaaniad. “Badou Jack versus James DeGale is one of the best match-ups in the sport. It’s the best fighting the best. I believe that Badou Jack has what it takes to be a unified world champion. I’m also excited to see Gervonta Davis fight for his first world title. He has the skills to be a fighter who carries the sport. He has a tough, undefeated world champion in front of him and I am looking forward to seeing him perform on Jaanuar 14. These are two evenly-matched fights that will bring a lot of explosive action to the ring on fight night, you don’t want to miss it.”
Piletid live sündmus, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and DiBella Entertainment, start kell $25. Tickets are available starting Reede, November. 18 juures 10 a.m. ja saab osta internetist aadressil www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com või telefonil 1-800-745-3000. Tickets are also available at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Group soodustused helistades 844-BKLYN-GP.
Both Jack and DeGale retained their titles on SHOWTIME in April. Jack kept his belt via a controversial split draw against Lucian Bute, a match in which many thought Jack had prevailed, while DeGale defeated mandatory challenger Rogelio Medina. Both fighters were sharp; each landed over 60 percent of his respective power punches to set up this showdown for the top spot in the super middleweight division.
“We’re looking forward to bringing our first boxing event to Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Jaanuar 14, when Badou Jack will face James DeGale in a world title unification bout live on SHOWTIME,” Said Leonard Ellerbe, Tegevjuht Mayweather Kampaaniad. “Badou has a tremendous work ethic and ability to stay focused and this has helped him get to where he is now in his career. He’s prepared to keep putting the hard work in to stay on top. Every time he was counted out, it just made him work harder. He’s proof that if you stay focused and dedicated to your craft, you can reach your dreams. I’m also eager to see Mayweather Promotions’ own Gervonta Davis in his first world title fight. We believe there is a bright future ahead for that young man and this could be the first step on his way to a truly special career.”
“Boxing will return to New York in 2017 with a tremendous card at Barclays Center on Jaanuar 14 featuring two high caliber championship contests,” ütles Lou DiBella, President DiBella Meelelahutus. “With Badou Jack and James DeGale facing off, you have champion versus champion, the best fighting the best in what promises to be an action-packed battle in a super middleweight unification. Puerto Rico’s only world champion, undefeated Jose Pedraza, will defend his junior lightweight title against a hungry, heavy-handed challenger in Gervonta Davis.”
“Jack vs. DeGale is a terrific start to 2017,” ütles Brett Yormark, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Meelelahutus. “I want to thank Floyd Mayweather for making this fight happen and to Lou DiBella for his continued support of BROOKLYN BOXING. In our fifth year at Barclays Center, we are committed to boxing more than ever before.”
“Sisse 2016, SHOWTIME delivered more high-quality, competitive fights than any other network and 2017 ei erine. We’re thrilled to kick off the year with a true ’50/50′ unification fight between two world champions in the prime of their career,” ütles Stephen Espinoza, Executive Vice President ja peadirektor, Showtime Sport. “Badou Jack vs. James DeGale is boxing at its best – a matchup between the No. 1 – ja nr. 2-ranked boxers in the division – the right fight happening at the right time. And the Jose Pedraza-Gervonta Davis co-feature, which features two of boxing’s rising stars, could have been a main event on its own. There is no better way to begin the year, as well as our tremendous run of four separate SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING presentations over a seven-week span.”
Tungraud, who fights out of Las Vegas by way of Stockholm, Rootsi, captured the WBC 168-pound crown with a 12-round majority decision over previously unbeaten defending champion Anthony Dirrelllast Aprill 24. A former amateur standout who represented Gambia in the 2008 Olümpiamängud, Jack retained his belt against former world title challenger George Groves last Seitse. 12 on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s final fight. Jack was an underdog against both Dirrell and Groves before retaining his title. 6-foot-1, 33-year-old won four in a row leading up to his controversial draw against Bute in April.
DeGale won the vacant IBF belt in his U.S. debut last May by dropping Andre Dirrell twice on his way to a unanimous decision. The 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist from London then successfully defended it last November in a thrilling shootout with the hometown favorite and former titlist Bute. The 30-year-old, who’s only blemish came in a majority decision in his 11th bout against the then-unbeaten Groves, will make his fourth consecutive start outside his native England as he looks to become a global power and a unified champion at 168 naela.
The switch-hitting Puerto Rican Olympian Pedraza backed up his “Snaiper” moniker against Andrey Klimov, picking apart the Russian with superior speed and accuracy on his way to a world title win last June. Pedraza earned a shot at the title in his previous bout with a career-best victory over former world title challenger Michael Farenas. The 27-year-old then went on to defend his title successfully against Edner Cherry last October and most recently against Stephen Smith in April. This fight marks the fourth consecutive time that Pedraza has fought on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING.
A highly regarded prospect that won the 2012 National Kindad meistrivõistlustel, the 22-year-old Davis recorded five victories inside of the distance in 2015. The Baltimore native, who Floyd Mayweather has called “the next big star in boxing,” kept his momentum going into 2016 as he recorded a sixth-round stoppage of Guillermo Avila in April and a first round knockout of Mario Macias in June. Davis enters his first world title showdown with seven straight victories by stoppage.
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Jermall Charlo vs.. Julian Williamsi meediakonverentsi kõne ärakiri

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Richard Schaefer
Suur aitäh. Ja tänan kõiki meediakanaleid, kes osalesid tänases kõnes. Ma olen väga põnevil. Minu esimene poksi konverentskõne pärast peaaegu kolme aastat spordist väljas olemist. Nii, Ma olen väga põnevil, et saan sellega uuesti tegeleda.
Ja mis oleks parem viis seda teha, kui sellise topeltpäisega? See on piisavalt haruldane, kui kohtumine on nagu Jesus Cuellar versus Abner Mares, mis on kogu aasta kirjutatud aasta võitlusest.
Kuid selleks on Jermall Charlo versus Julian Williams, mis on veel üks aasta kandidaadi võitlus – Ma võin teile seda kohe öelda. Et oleks kaks aasta võitlust kandidaati, see on nagu tänapäev ja vanus peaaegu ennekuulmatu. Ja nii, see on tõesti väga eriline maius.
Tahan ennekõike tänada võitlejaid nende suurepäraste matšidega nõustumise eest. Tahan tänada SHOWTIME-d spordile pühendumise eest, selliste võitluste tutvustamiseks. Stephen Espinoza läheb sinna välja ja tahab kokku panna konkurentsivõimelised matšid. Ja ma arvan, et ta teeb täiesti kohutavat tööd.
Aga enne kui alustame, Ma tahan lihtsalt lühidalt kommenteerida. Poksisport kaotas eile suure sõbra, Todd Harlib, keda võis näha lugematutes hävitajate ruumides, sealhulgas Jermall Charlo, kes on täna meiega telefonis.
Meie mõtted ja palved on sel ajal tema pere ja sõprade ning kogu poksiringkonna juures. Nii, Mul on väga kahju, et pean sellest teatama.
See võitlus siin, mida me täna arutame, on kahtlemata üks parimaid võitlusi, mida selles spordis saab teha, olenemata kaaluklassist. See on võitlus, mida võitluse fännid ja meedia tõesti nõudsid.
Paljud inimesed mõtlesid, kas see kunagi juhtub? Ja siin see on. Siin see on, üks enim räägitud kaklustest, 10. detsembril SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXINGis pakuti üks enim küsitletud võitlusi selle Cuellari ja Marese kohutava topeltpea osana.
Võitlus toimub koostöös Los Angelese Lõuna-California ülikooli Galeni keskuse otseülekandega poksi meistrivõistlustega, mis on suurepärane uus tipptehnoloogia areen, kus mängivad ka ülikooli korvpalli- ja võrkpallimeeskonnad. Seal on ka varem peetud võitlust raskekaalu tiitlivõistlusega Bermane Stiverne'i ja Chris Arreolaga.
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Nüüd on rõõm teile tutvustada meie kaasreklaamijat. See võitlus on Ringstar Spordi ja TGB Promotions'i kaasreklaam. Tom Brown on sealse Galeni keskuse areeniga väga tuttav. Tema oli see, kes pani Stiverne'i ja Arreolaga võitluse juba päevil kokku. Nii et nüüd on rõõm anda see mõne kommentaari tegemiseks üle Tom Brownile.
Tom Brown
Hästi, tänan teid väga, Richard. Ma tahan lihtsalt öelda, et TGB Promotionsil on hea meel olla taas kord partneriks Stephen Espinoza ja SHOWTIME suurepärase meeskonnaga koos Richard Schäferi ja Ringstar Sportsiga.
Samuti on mul hea meel naasta Lõuna-California ülikooli kaunisse ülikoolilinnakusse Galeni keskuses.
Charlo ja Julian Williamsi meistrivõistluste võitluse idee on – nagu Richard just mainis – on kahe parema juunioride keskkaalu vahelise matši vahele jätmine.
Nii, see, koos põhiturniiriga – WBA sulgkaalu meistrivõistluste võitlus Cuellari ja Marese vahel muudab selle ilma. Ja nagu Richard ütles, kaks võimalikku aasta võitlust kandidaadivõitlust.
Richard ja mina töötame välja kaardi alla pakitud tegevuse kokkupaneku, mis kuulutatakse välja varsti. Nii, ootame suurepärast ööd 10. detsembril suurepärases kohas, kus on veelgi suuremad võitlused. Suur aitäh.
R. Schaefer
Suur aitäh, Tom. Nüüd on järgmine mees, keda ma tutvustan, minu hea sõber. Oleme tuttavad juba ammu. Ja panime kokku ühed mineviku suurimad võitlused. Tagasi 2013 kui olime tules.
Kõik tunnistasid SHOWTIME'i poksispordi liidriks. Ja seda Stephen Espinoza tõttu. Stephen on ennekõike fänn. Ja talle meeldib seal istuda ja suurepäraseid matše näha. Ja see on täpselt see, mida te siin saate.
Nii, meie kui võitlusfännid. Meie kui meedia liikmed oleme promootorid või mis iganes, võime tõeliselt kasu saada Stepheni kirest neid hämmastavaid võitlusi kokku panna.
Nii, mul on rõõm teile nüüd tutvustada – Ma tean, et tema tiitel on spordi eest vastutav asepresident, kuid kutsun teda SHOWTIME Spordi presidendiks. ma alati – ja ma tegin seda alati. Pidage meeles?
Stephen Espinoza
Jah, sul on õigus. Esimesest päevast alates oli mul see töö. Aitäh, Richard. Oleme põnevil, et saame taas koos töötada Richard ja Ringstar ning Tom Brown ja TGB. Ja eriline teretulnud Richard, keda meil on hea meel spordis tagasi näha. Mitte ainult sellepärast, et ta on mu sõber, vaid ka sellepärast, et ta on üks selle spordi standup-poisse. Väga professionaalne ja sirge laskur. See on midagi, mida see spordiala saab rohkem kasutada.
Nii, Tomi ja Richardi kombinatsioon on kaks sirget noolt – nii sirged kui nad tulevad. Ja mul on hea meel mõlemaga koostööd teha.
Sel aastal on SHOWTIME tõesti jätkanud suurimate ja parimate võitluste pakkumist. Ja ma arvan, et pole mingit kahtlust, et meil on poksi kõigi võrkude parimatest ja olulisematest matšidest kõige tugevam koosseis.
2016 siiani on kaasatud kaks aasta võitluse kandidaati, aasta KO kandidaat. Võitlus kümne parima vastase võitluse ees.
Ja kui mähkime 2016 ja minna sisse 2017, kindlasti tahame seda hoogu jätkata. Teatasime hiljuti seitsmest suurepärasest matšist – 14 top 10 võitlejad võtavad üksteist – kuues maailmameistritiitlivõistluses.
Ja me võiksime numbritega jätkata. Kolm võitlust, mis on divisjonis number kaks versus number kaks. Kuid selle tegemise naudingute hulka kuulub ka selliste võitluste tekitamine.
Sellest ajast peale, kui Floyd pensionile jäi, veidi enam kui aasta tagasi, on üks küsimus, mille isiklikult saan, ja me kõik siin SHOWTIME saame järjekindlalt.
Ja see on, sa tead, kes on järgmine täht? Kes on järgmine superstaar? Kes hakkab seda sporti edasi kandma. Ja selle poksi spordi hea külg on see, et see selgub ringis. Ma ei saa sulle öelda.
Isegi kui ma peaksin valima kaks või seal, mis arvasin, et see areneb nii, vaata – nad peavad ringis esinema. Kuid see on selline võitlus. Meeldib, Jermall Charlo versus Julian Williams, mis määravad, kes on järgmised tähed.
Nende karjääri tippudes on kaks noort võitlejat. Üks maailmameister, kes on ennast tõestanud selle spordiala tulevaste staaride hulka. Ja võttes ette ühe kõige kõvema pretendendi Williamsi mis tahes divisjonis.
Oleme mõlema võitleja üle väga uhked. Mõlemad on SHOWTIME siin kodus kasvanud. Jermall on meiega varem viis korda võidelnud. Julian on SHOWTIME-l olnud seitse korda. Nii, oleme uhked, et mõlemad rollid, mida SHOWTIME on mänginud nende mõlema karjääri jooksul.
Kuid mis veel tähtsam, oleme uhked, et need tüübid astusid üles sellist lahingut pidama. Jermall Charlo oli üks põnevamaid, noor, meistrid spordis. Ta on seda tiitlit edukalt kaitsnud, rajas oma kodulinna Houstoni fännibaasi, ja tõesti ootab tõesti jagunemise üle võtmist ja selle spordiala staaride tõusmist.
Julian Williams on olnud mees, keda inimesed on juba mõnda aega vaikselt tõusvate tähtede seas tuvastanud. Ma tean, et ta on kannatlikult oodanud – ja mõnikord mitte nii kannatlikult ootama – tema lasu eest. Ja nii ma tean, et ta saab valmis.
Ma arvan, et see on mõnevõrra kohane, et see võitlus kestab 10. detsembril, nädal enne väga legendaarse Philadelphia maailmameistri Bernard Hopkinsi pensionile jäämist. Philly võitlejad on pikaajaline traditsioon. Ja selleks, et nimetada Philly võitlejaks, on vaja palju tööd ja erilist isiksust. Lihtsalt Philly's kaklemine ei tee sinust Philly võitlejat. Ja ma tean, et Julian on valmis seda Philly võitleja tiitlit kandma veel aastaid uhkelt ja aktiivselt.
Nii, kõigist võitlustest, mille oleme välja kuulutanud. Ja seal on palju kvaliteetseid võitlusi. See võitlus – Charlo-Williamsi võitlus – on üks neist, millest ma olen kõige põnevil. Kaks noort kutti oma karjääri tipul võitlevad tõepoolest selle üle, kes võiks seda jaotust veel pikka aega kontrollida.
See aitab kindlaks teha, kes on meie spordiala tulevikutähed. Richard?
R. Schaefer
Suur aitäh, Stephen, väga hästi öeldud. Ja minu jaoks, me kõik teame, et nad on kohutavad võitlejad. Mõlemad on võitmatud. Olen neid tundnud – mõlemad – pikka aega. Olen olnud seotud paljude nende võitlustega.
They are terrific young men outside of the ring as well. And just as good as it gets inside of the ring. Nii, they’re really – mõlemad – they carry the total package. And you’re right, Stephen, he has patience and sometimes not so patiently been waiting.
It is a pleasure for me now to introduce to you Julian Williams, who is trained by Stephen Edwards. He’s the number one ranked contender by the IBF in the Junior Middleweight division. And he secured his top ranking after stopping Marcello Matano in the 7th round in March.
He’s undefeated with a record of 22-0-1, 14 knockouts, Julian Williams.
Julian Williams
Hei, how’s everybody doing? First I want to send my thoughts prayers out to Todd Harlib and his whole family and loved ones. He was a great guy. He was a great cut man and even better guy. And I consider him as a friend. Ma arvan, et see on praegu kurb aeg, nii, Ma tahan seda kõigepealt teha.
Koolitus on läinud väga hästi. Meil on väga hea meeskond ja palju head sparringut. Meil on siiani olnud väga hea laager. Ma arvan, et see on tõesti, väga hea võitlus. Ma arvan, et see oli võitlus, mida hardcore poksifännid pidid nägema.
See oli võitlus, mis pidi juhtuma. Tunnustan Charlot, et ta astus üles ja oli tõeline meister. Ja ma tahan näidata maailmale seda, mida ma juba tean. Olen äärmiselt motiveeritud. Ja ma tean, et ka Jermall on motiveeritud.
Nii, Ma arvan, et te näete tõelist tulistamist. Tal on olemas kõik tööriistad ja oskused. Ja mul on olemas kõik tööriistad ja oskused. Ja te näete, kes sel õhtul välja tuleb.
Ja mina olen 100% kindel, et see olen mina.
R. Schaefer
. Now Jermall Charlo and his brothers, hästi, I’ve known them since their first fight. And what a journey it has been.
Today he is the undefeated IBF Junior Middleweight World Champion. He’s training with Ronnie Shields. One of the most legendary trainers out of Houston, Texas.
He won his title by stopping Cornelius Bundrage in the third-round last September. And has defended his belt already twice including a unanimous decision victory over former – very game world champion – Austin Trout in May.
And it’s a pleasure now for me to introduce to you again, somebody I’ve introduced before many times. The IBF Junior Middleweight World Champion, Jermall Charlo.
Jermall Charlo
Aitäh, Richard. Like Julian said, Todd was my man. And I want to give his family and everyone that’s close to Todd my prayers and my condolences.
I hear Julian talk about he’s 100% valmis. And he’s 100% sure he’s going to win this fight. But I’ve heard that before. I’m ready for the stakes. I’m ready for this level. Sorry the fight took so long. It wasn’t necessarily up to me. But I think everything happens for a reason. And it’s perfect timing and I can’t wait to get in there and show the world what I’m actually made of against a guy that’s so highly confident about the things that I do.
R. Schaefer
Korras. I agree with you. Things do happen for a reason. I’m very happy that I’m the one who has the honor to promote this fight and this entire card. I know it’s going to be toe-to-toe battles with the two of you.
And I know with Cueller and Mares as well. Nad ütlevad, et stiilid panevad kaklema. Ma arvan, et nende nelja võitleja stiilid on suurepäraselt tehtud. Ja ma lihtsalt ei jõua oodata 10. detsembrit Galeni keskuses ja elada SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING.
Avame selle nüüd meediale, et esitada küsimusi kõigile kõnes osalejatele.
Q
Jermall, Ma tean, et teil pidi olema protseduur, mille tegite vabatahtlikult silma peal. Kas saaksite selle kohta üksikasju anda? Mis küsimus täpselt oli? Kas see oli lihtsalt küsimus, nagu, sa oled pime nagu nahkhiir? Või oli seal midagi muud toimumas?
J. Charlo
See ei olnud tingimata vabatahtlikult. Mul oli üsna palju nägemisprobleeme kuni viimase võitluseni Las Vegases.
Ma võitlesin võitlusega. Korrigeerisin ennast, et saaksin ebaselgelt võidelda. Nii et nüüd sain protseduuri tehtud. Jah, the fight was supposed to happen in October. And I wanted it then. But it was just for me to be able to clear the medical exam. Less stress now to go ahead and go 20/20 and I’m ready now.
Like I said everything happens for a reason. And crystal clear vision is one of the things that helps me make the fight easier.
Q
And which eye was it, muide, Jermall?
J. Charlo
Both eyes.
Q
Both of them? Korras, and now you feel like a new person?
J. Charlo
Ma olen 110%, crystal clear, Ma olen hea. Ma olen valmis.
Q
How much better will that make you? That you can now see clearly. I mean your fighting skills are one thing. But now you can see the target, ilmselt, much better it sounds like. I mean do you think that will make you a much better, precise fighter?
J. Charlo
It gives me a lot more confidence. Muidugi, it’s something important and I probably had to get it. I haven’t fought with crystal clear vision my whole life.
So now I’m even more motivated motivated. I’m eager to get in there to see what the new person is like.
Q
Did you think about having this earlier in your career?
J. Charlo
Jah, I always wanted it. I always wanted it. But I’m a superstitious guy. Nii, I like to keep things, the way I always wanted. It’s just something I feel like it’s going to take me to the next level.
Q
Some people suggested maybe he would vacate the title and go up to middleweight to not fight you. When all that was happening and you were sitting there as a mandatory for him – what was your personal feeling about what was going on?
J. Williams
I didn’t really know about the medical situation until about mid-September.
I actually thought that he would fight. And not think about the notion that he would vacate. The fact that he kept complaining about weight the previous fights. If the fight was being delayed, people are going to start saying this is how boxing is.
But I didn’t think that he was – I thought that he was putting the fight off for whatever reason. But like I said, at the time I didn’t know what the reason was.
All that is under the bridge. It doesn’t even matter anymore. The fight is December 10th. You know what I mean. He said he’s going to bring his A game. He’s got 20/20 vision. I had 20/20 vision my whole life. Now we’re even.
Nii, there will be no excuses.
Q
When you found out that it was finally done and it was good to go. And SHOWTIME was going to announce it and the fight was on. What was your feeling? Was it relief? Was it excitement?
J. Williams
I just felt like I wanted to get to work. The whole process has made me practice my patience.
I wasn’t overly excited because I knew I would fight for the world title my next fight with someone. I was more so like let’s look at the work. I want to start training camp immediately and get myself ready to win.
Q
Was there any frustration that you guys were not in the main event? And that you’re in a co-feature. Or did you kind of understand because Abner Mares is Southern California. And that’s the reason why you guys are put in the co-feature.
J. Charlo
Richard Schaefer is a good promoter. He has a lot of experience in the game. I’m not worried about being the opening or the main event or any of that.
Muidugi, I’m tired of being in second place. I feel like Kevin Durant. But it’s not in the sense of, nagu, nothing I can do about it.
Q
And then Julian, same question for you. Is there any surprise that you guys were put in the co-feature and not the main event?
J. Williams
Et olla aus, I didn’t really even think about it. I just want to get in the ring and put some gloves on so we can get this thing going.
I think everything happens for a reason. Abner Mares is a really good fighter. He’s like a three division champion. He earned his stripes.
Nii, ilmselt, we’ve got more work to do before we can headline the card. Nii, I didn’t think about it and on top on of that I never thought about.
R. Schaefer
The fact is you’re absolutely right. Each one of those events could be a main event. And in any other network would be a main event. Some other networks would probably even make it a pay-per-view.
Nii, that’s how good this card is. It could have very easily brrn Charlo-Williams is the main event if it would have been in Philly. It would have been. If it would have been in Houston, it would have been.
It’s in LA in Southern California. Nii, that’s why we have Cuellar and Mares. This is about creating excitement. It’s about the fans and so on. All four of those guys are just terrific champions. That’s what they are. Terrific people. It doesn’t really impact one way or the other.
S. Espinoza
And I’ll add from the network perspective, one of the things that we were grateful for in working with fighters like these and promotors like Tom and Richard is, what we want to put together as far as blockbuster events, we don’t have those ego problems.
Richard is absolutely right. Not every network programs this way. But what we’re trying to do – we as a group of fighters, edendajaid, juhid, is show off the best this sport has to offer.
Nii, we’re really over delivering on each card. This clearly could’ve been a main event in Houston or Philly or anywhere else. But the idea was, this was going to be a slate of A++ level fights top to bottom.
And that requires the commitment of everybody. And people realizing it’s about not having ego. And just realizing that rising tide lifts all boats.
Q
Jermall, where do you think Julian Williams rates as an opponent?
J. Charlo
We’re both on the way up to the top level. He’s definitely one of my best opponents up to this date. He’s hungry as me. I’m not necessarily worried about any of the things he said about being as hungry as he is to be fighting me. I was that guy too. Being ready to fight K9 and waiting and waiting.
He’s my toughest opponent. And I’m ready for it.
Q
Tell us about taking this fight. And why it’s important to you.
J. Charlo
Every fight is a hard fight. Every fight I have to come out and give my best and be on my A-game. So it’s a good fight to me technically. This is the Roy Jones and Bernard Hopkins back in middleweight type of fight. We’re going to get down and get ready. I’m ready for it.
This part of our legacy is everything that I’ve wanted, growing up as a young fighter, young champion. Seeing these great fights being broadcast on SHOWTIME. And it’s, nagu, now is my turn. And I have to deliver everything that I’ve always wanted. And that is something I’ve been waiting for.
And it just so happens it has to be Julian Williams. And like I said we both came up the hard route. It wasn’t, nagu, as easy as I give my hand off to my challenger being one of the best in the world. And that’s kind of what I want to be classified as.
Q
Julian, ka, you’ve been very vocal about this fight. Tell us why you’re so confident you’re going to be able to win this fight.
J. Williams
I’m confident because of what I can do.
I’m confident because I want to be the junior middleweight champion of the world. I think Jermall’s a good fighter. But he doesn’t recognize the scene before. He’s engaged, tugev, and fast. I just want to make sure we have no excuses about weight and that kind of talk.
J. Charlo
No weight problem. There’s no weight problem. Get that out of your mind. There’s no weight problem. I’ll tell you everybody knows.
Q
You had talked about Todd Harlib earlier. Can you elaborate on what he meant to you? And the confidence he brought to you as a cutman?
J. Charlo
Todd taught me a lot. He meant a lot to me also. Ronnie Shields and Todd elaborated about how long they’d been around the boxing game and seen the same things they’re seeing now.
Todd, meant a lot. Just spoke to him, nagu, a couple of days ago because he sent me a few guys to work with. I know he had went over to Russia and caught a little bug. But I didn’t think it would be nothing. I prayed for him. And hoped he got better.
It’s like I said, it just happened to be something that, I can’t control. Nii, I just have to keep fighting. And hope that my next cut man is just as good as Todd. I’ve even been across the ring and looked at Todd working on another guy. And he came talked to me and let me know that it was just all business. And Jermall, just stay focused. Don’t worry about anybody.
I’m just putting the fight in God’s hands. And hoping that I never have to need the urgency to need Todd again.
Q
I spoke to Ronnie, he said that you told him that this fight is going to be a little more special because you’re going to possibly dedicate this fight to him. Is that going to take any form representing his name on your robe or your trunks or anything like that?
J. Charlo
Jah, I’m dedicating this fight to Todd. Actually once we map everything out. But I want to keep talking about it.
I dedicate this fight to Todd. He’s a real close friend of mine. And it’s just unfortunate for me to have to get in the locker room and not have Todd helping me out and everything like that. So of course, I feel some sadness about him not being here. But I know he’s in good hands. So that’s the main thing.
Q
Is this fight right here the first one that really will test you and perhaps take you to the next level and start to light that fuse for you?
J. Williams
Jah, kindlalt. Kindlalt. Whenever you’ve got a 50/50 võitlus, two guys 26-years-old both in the prime of their careers. It’s going to be a test for both fighters.
It’s rare we see two fighters get in the ring in this type of fight. So I think it’s definitely the first step in building my legacy.
Q
Richard, what does this fight represent in the scheme of this division which is a stacked division and these two fighters in particular?
R. Schaefer
I think you have two of the best fighters in their division fighting in this particular fight. And so this is an extremely significant fight for the division. And these are two – somebody said before – these are two young undefeated and confident fighters who dare to be great.
At this point in their career fighting each other they dare to be great. And that is. These kinds of fights will separate one from the other. And I think the sky is the limit here for within that division and potentially other divisions.
But that’s how you build a champion into a star and then a super star. These kinds of fights, sa tead, these kinds of meaningful fights. And in order for that to happen, you need to have two fighters who are willing to challenge themselves.
And as I said, dare to be great.
Q
Jermall, what weaknesses do you see in Julian Williams that you plan to exploit on fight night?
J. Charlo
Nothing, he’s a strong guy. Whatever you all want to say about him. He’s good, old-school fighter. I’m tired of hearing questions about what he’s done or what he does.
I’m a champion for a reason. I’m staying champion. I don’t plan on moving. I don’t plan on none of that stuff that you all talked about. Ma olen hea.
Q
What do you consider your biggest advantage going into this fight?
J. Charlo
That I’m not supposed to go and be in some superstar. Vaata. It’s a business. I’m betting and fighting for everything that boxing has to offer.
And my advantage is being focused and humble and strong-minded like I’ve always been.
Q
Nii võitlejad, how important is building a new chapter in your career? And maybe a new idol in boxing.
J. Williams
Oi, it’s an extremely big fight. I think whoever wins this fight is going to be considered the best junior middleweight in the world. I think whoever wins the fight will have the most significant win in the junior middleweight division.
I think since Canelo was basically says he’s not fighting in this division. Whoever wins the fight is going to be king of the division.
Nii, I think it’s extremely, extremely important.
J. Charlo
Very big fight, very important fight for me, clinch the division. See saab olema hea võitlus, üks. I’m ready to just give everything I have. It’s going to be a good fight for me. And it’s going to be a good fight for Julian. We both hit it big and we both need to give the fans what they want to see. Nii, it’s that time.
Q
Richard, how important for you was what this first event with Ringstar Sports would be? And for Stephen, how important was having these great fights for Showtime this year?
S. Espinoza
Hästi, from the SHOWTIME perspective, our goal is to provide spectacular fights every month or more often if we can. Sometimes dues to scheduling or injuries or things, there are some gaps in our schedule.
But once we came back, we wanted to end the year strong. And really, send a message about our commitment to the sport. Nii, with the help of the promotors, the managers, and most importantly the fighters, we’re able to put together a slate that is stronger than anything we’ve seen again in recent boxing programming schedule. It really is all without the use of pay-per-view. And it’s all top guy versus top guy.
It’s something that is very special to us. We’re very proud of. And we’re looking to continue it throughout all of 2017.
R. Schaefer
Hästi, and for me, I think my reputation speaks for itself. I like to put together big events, significant fights, and that’s what I’ve always done.
And this right here is no exception to come back and together promote a card which consists without any question of two potential Fight of the Year candidates. Two barn burners in one night is a dream come true.
And to do that for my hometown. To do it from the University of Southern California, USC, Galen Center the newest indoor venue in Los Angeles. And the university where two of my sons go to school. It’s a very special night for me.
And it’s a very special night as well because Charlo and Williams and Mares and Cuellar – I have known these young men for a long time. So really it’s nice – it’s like a coming home or coming back.
Since this was the last question, Ma saan aru,, I’d like to thank you all. But I want to make one comment. Jah, they both have 20/20 vision. But let there be no question about it. The name of this card is 50/50. And you know why it’s 50/50.
Because these two fights are 50/50 võitleb. Ja nii, may the better man win that night. Nagu fänn, Ma olen põnevil. I can’t wait for December 10th. Palun, palun, make it out to Galen Center. Jaoks $35.00 you can watch two of the best fights of the year in one night at the Galen Center. Or if you can’t make it there. Then make sure you turn in on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING at 10:00 pm ET/7:00 pm PT. I’m looking forward to see you all during fight week. And thank you very much.
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SHOWTIME SPORTS® ANNOUNCES SEVEN MARQUEE BOXING MATCHES PITTING TOP-10 CHAMPIONS VERSUS TOP-10 CHALLENGERS

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Showtime® Continues To Deliver Boxing’s Biggest and Best Fights
Bouts Presented In Association With Premier Boxing Champions Include
Garcia vs. Thurman, Frampton vs. Santa Cruz II and Cuellar vs. Emad

NEW YORK (Oktoober. 25, 2016) – SHOWTIME Sports will present seven marquee boxing matches pitting top-10 rated champions in the prime of their careers against fellow top-10 rated challengers over four consecutive months beginning in December. Ajakava, which is the second robust boxing programming announcement from SHOWTIME in 2016, was announced today by Stephen Espinoza, Executive Vice President ja peadirektor, Showtime Sport. The lineup includes two long-awaited championship matchups, Jeesus Cuellar vs. Abner Mares and Jermall Charlo vs. Julian Williams; the can’t-miss featherweight rematch between Carl Frampton and Leo Santa Cruz, and a welterweight unification blockbuster between undefeated champions Keith Thurman and Danny Garcia. All four of these anticipated bouts will be presented in association with Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME Sports produced the strongest lineup of world-class boxing events of any network this year, delivering 18 world title fights devoid of mismatches and “tune-up” fights. The best fought the best, and the results were spectacular: two “Fight of the Year” contenders, Thurman-Shawn Porter and Santa Cruz-Frampton; a “Knockout of the Year” frontrunner by one of boxing’s biggest punchers, Deontay Wilder; and the arrival of one of boxing’s most marketable new stars in Anthony Joshua. SHOWTIME also featured the trio of junior middleweight champions, the Charlo twins, Jermall and Jermell, and Erislandy Lara, all in title fights on one card; highlighted the world’s best featherweights in Santa Cruz, Frampton, Gary Russell Jr. and Lee Selby; and set the table for the title unification fight between super middleweight champions Badou Jack and James DeGale.

Boxing’s brightest stars will again take center stage on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® as the network prepares to present the following seven matchups, including six world title fights, over a 12-week span. All bouts will air live on SHOWTIME with the exception of Garcia vs. Thurman, which will either air live in Primetime on CBS or live on SHOWTIME.

Seven of the 14 fighters are undefeated, while the champions and challengers in the six world title fights boast a combined 313 wins versus just six losses.

Detsember 10: Jeesus Cuellar (28-1, 21 Kos) vs. Abner Mares (29-2-1, 15 Kos)*
Jermall Charlo (24-0, 18 Kos) vs. Julian Williams (22-0-1, 14 Kos)*

Jaanuar 14: Badou Jack (20-1-2, 12 Kos) vs. James DeGale (23-1, 14 Kos)**

Jaanuar 28: Carl Frampton (23-0, 14 Kos) vs. Leo Santa Cruz (32-1-1, 18 Kos)* Dejan Zlaticanin (18-0, 11 Kos) vs. Mikey Garcia (35-0, 29 Kos)*

Veebruar 11: Adrien Broner (32-2, 24 Kos) vs. Adrian Granados (18-4-2, 12 Kos)

Märts 4: Danny Garcia (32-0, 18 Kos) vs. Keith Thurman (27-0, 22 Kos)**

*World title bout
 **World title unification bout

“This is a slate of high-level, evenly-matched, 50/50 fights – the best fighting the best – which has become the calling card of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING,” said Espinoza. “Every fight we are announcing today features a top 10-ranked champion taking on a top 10-ranked challenger; in many cases, it’s top-five vs. top-five.

“This is our second major boxing lineup announcement this year, further proof that no other network is delivering high-quality competitive fights – without relying on PPV – as consistently as SHOWTIME. No other network is as committed to driving the sport forward. SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING is giving subscribers the best that boxing has to offer.”

Laupäev, Detsember. 10 – SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®
Presented in association with Premier Boxing Champions

In a highly anticipated featherweight blockbuster, karmi Jeesus Cuellarwill make the second defense of his WBA 126-pound title against Abner Mares, a three-division champ who has compiled a staggering resume while collecting belts at 118, 122 ja 126 naela. Cuellar vs. Mares is the latest in a lineup of action-oriented 126-pound showdowns assembled with the goal of unifying one of the sport’s most talent-laden divisions. It will be the fifth featherweight world championship of 2016 Showtime.

On Dec. 10, there also will be a long-awaited world championship contest between two undefeated 154-pound fighters. Jermall Charlo will make the third defense of his IBF Junior Middleweight World Championship against No. 1 kohustuslik challenger Julian Williams in a matchup of 26-year-old fighters at the top of their game. Charlo vs. Williams becomes the sixth title or world title eliminator in the 154-pound weight class in 2016 Showtime, a roster featuring eight of the top-10 fighters in the division.

Laupäev, Jan. 14 – SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING

Super middleweight world champions Badou Jack ja James DeGale are set to unify the 168-pound class. Both champions retained their titles on a doubleheader last Aprill 30 Showtime. Jack kept his WBC belt in a controversial draw with longtime titlist Lucian Bute that many thought Jack clearly won. Earlier that evening, DeGale successfully defended his IBF crown with a unanimous decision over mandated challenger Rogelio Medina. Jack landed 61 protsenti oma võimu löögid, while DeGale connected on an astonishing 66 protsenti oma võimu kaadrid. Nüüd, Jack and DeGale will face off in a long-awaited unification to determine the No. 1 fighter in the super middleweight division.

Laupäev, Jan. 28 – SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Presented in association with Premier Boxing Champions

The most anticipated rematch in boxing will take place when Carl Framptonja Leo Santa Cruz square off in an immediate rematch of a leading 2016 Fight of the Year kandidaat. In their first encounter Juuli 30 Showtime, former super bantamweight champ Frampton moved up in weight to challenge fellow unbeaten Santa Cruz, edging the three-division titlist in a firefight. The must-see rematch will be the sixth featherweight world championship on SHOWTIME in less than 12 kuud.

The co-feature pits undefeated lightweights Dejan Zlaticanin against resurgent fan favorite Mikey Garcia. Zlaticanin is making the first defense of his WBC 135-pound crown against the former two-division titlist in Garcia. The champion is the No. 1 võitleja 135 naela, while Garcia is aiming to become a three-division world champion in just his second fight back from a two-and-a-half year layoff.

Laupäev, Veebruar. 11 – SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING

Neli-divisjoni maailmameister Adrien Broner will face the streaking Adrian Granados in a matchup of top-10 ranked 140-pound fighters. The flashy Broner, who has captured titles at 130, 135, 140 ja 147 naela, has scored two consecutive knockouts in the super lightweight division. The hard-charging, all-action Granados, who pulled a stunning upset of then-undefeated WBC No. 1 ranked super lightweight Amir Imam in a dominating performance last November on SHOWTIME, thrives in the underdog role and has a deceiving record – his four defeats, all via split or majority decision, have come against opponents with a cumulative record of 52-1.

Laupäev, Märts 4 – SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING
Presented in association with Premier Boxing Champions

Undefeated welterweight world champions Keith Thurman ja Danny Garciahave been on a collision course for more than a year. Thurman has held a version of the WBA Welterweight World Championship since 2013 but announced his arrival in March 2015 with an emphatic win over Robert Guerrero. Thurman has since defended the title twice, including most recently against former world champion Shawn Porter in a potential Fight of the Year thriller in June on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on CBS. Garcia, after conquering the 140-pound division, captured the WBC Welterweight World Championship with an impressive performance against Guerrero in January. Should Garcia defeat Samuel Vargas on November. 12 in a non-title fight, he and Thurman are set to meet in a marquee unification blockbuster between undefeated champions at the pinnacle of their careers. Garcia vs. Thurman will air live in Primetime on CBS or live on SHOWTIME.

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JACK Badou & JAMES DEGALE SET FOR FALL SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT UNIFICATION AFTER JACK DRAWS WITH LUCIAN BUTE & DEGALE DEFENDS AGAINST ROGELIO MEDINA SATURDAY ON SHOWTIME®

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WASHINGTON, D.C.. (Aprill 30, 2016) – Badou Jack retained his WBC Super Middleweight title in a controversial draw against Lucian Bute Laupäev Showtime, setting up a fall unification with IBF champion James DeGale, who defended his IBF crown against Rogelio Medina in the opening bout of the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast from the DC Armory.
“Let’s unify the decision and see who the best is,” DeGale said to Jack in a post-fight interview moderated by SHOWTIME Sports reporter Jim Gray.
“I’m ready in September, ready in August,” responded Jack.” “I’m ready whenever. Let’s do it where it makes the most sense financially.”
Jack was the sharper fighter from the opening bell, committing to pounding the body of the former long-time titlist. Facing his second southpaw, Jack prevented Bute from fighting his game, smothering the Romania-born Canadian whenever he attempted to fight on the inside.
While Jack varied his punches with a diverse attack to the body and head, he slowed in the latter rounds and allowed Bute to climb his way back into the fight. Bute had perhaps his best round in the 10th and closed the show well, aastal 11th ja 12th. But it was too little too late for Bute, who escaped D.C. with what most felt was an undeserved draw.
“Bullshit, but is what it is. Ask Bute as well, he knows what time it is,” ütles Jack, who landed nearly 100 more punches than Bute, koosnedes 61 protsenti oma võimu löögid, ja 40 percent total of his total shots. “His punches weren’t hurting me. I feel I won the fight. Maybe I lost the last round. He’s a great guy and a great champion, but I know I won the fight.
“It’s not Bute’s fault, it’s the judges. People saw I won the fight.”
The 36-year-old Bute certainly looked like a fighter with plenty left in the tank, rejuvenated under trainer Howard Grant with his sights set on the new crop of stars in the super middleweight division.
“See oli tihe võitlus,” Said Bute, who connected at just a 21 percent rate with his total punches. “Usu mind, it was very close fight. My last fight with DeGale was very close, täna õhtul was a very close fight. I showed everyone I’m still at the top.”
James DeGale defended his IBF Super Middleweight World Championship with a close, hard-fought unanimous decision against Rogelio Medina in the opening bout of the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast.
DeGale was supremely accurate, maandumine 51 protsenti oma võimu löögid võrreldes ainult 23 for Medina, including a staggering 66 protsenti oma võimu löögid. The switch-hitting southpaw attacked from unorthodox angles, and was most effective when he snuck in a right uppercut to back up Medina. But the British titlist – a record 12th from Great Britain – failed to utilize his jab and was not able to deliver on his prediction of a knockout inside of six rounds.
“The boxing skills are too good,” DeGale said. “If I’m being honest, he’s a very strong fighter, but skills pay the bills. I watched this guy years ago and he didn’t have the engine like that. He’s gotten better and stronger in the last year and a half.
“I’m a bit disappointed – I should be taking out people like Porky Medina, no disrespect to him.
“I’m always learning in the gym. My inside work, my defense, my concentration. I’m going to go back to the gym, I’m going to work and I’ll be ready in September.
“I want Badou Jack. I want a fresh name on my record.”
Medina, teiselt poolt, nearly doubled DeGale, viskamine 1,140 Kokku löögid, compared to 612 in the best performance of his career, but not enough to dethrone the champion. The Mexican challenger pounded the body and was at his best with DeGale against the ropes, striking the British champion with a killer left hook to the body.
“He said he was going to stop me. He was running all around and he didn’t stop me like he said he would,” said Medina, who’s seven losses have come against fighters with a combined record of 131-2-2. “He’s the only one who thinks he won. The fans think I won. I definitely want the rematch.”
Laupäevane event was promoted by Mayweather Promotions and Interbox in association with Matchroom Boxing.
Brian Custer hosted the SHOWTIME telecast, koos Mauro Ranallo calling the action, Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein and former two-time world champion Paulie Malignaggi commentating and Jim Hall aruandlus. Hispaania Grupisaadetis, Alejandro Luna called the blow-by-blow and former world champion Raul Marquez served as color commentator. The executive producer of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING was David Dinkins Jr. koos Bob Dunphy juhtimis-.
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Badou Jack, Lucian Bute, James DeGale & Rogelio Medina Final Press Conference Quotes & Fotod

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Showtime MEISTRIVÕISTLUSED BOXINGâ Doubleheader

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WASHINGTON, D.C.. (Aprill 28, 2016) – Four of the top super middleweights in the world shared a stage Neljapäev afternoon as Badou Jack, Lucian Bute, James DeGale ja Rogelio Medina participated in the final press conference for their fights this Laupäev, Aprill 30 on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING from the DC Armory in Wash28ington, D.C..

 

Televisiooni ulatus algab 10 Pärastlõunal. JA/7 Pärastlõunal. PT elada Showtimeâ and features the WBC champion Jack battling the former champion Bute, while the IBF titleholder DeGale takes on the top rated contender Medina. The winners of these fights have agreed to meet in a world title unification later this year.

 

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Siin on, mida võitlejad oli öelda Neljapäev:

 

JACK Badou

 

“Both of us can punch, both of us can box. Anything can happen inside of that ring. I’m always ready to go 12 vooru. Everyone knows that I’m always in shape.

 

“Anything can happen, but I want to fight James DeGale. First I have to take care of business with Lucian Bute. Both of us are in our primes. We’re young and confident and it would be a great fight.

 

“I have to take care of this former champion. He’s a really good fighter. Some people say it’s a 50-50 fight so I have to take this very seriously.

 

“I’m still training and preparing for this fight like I’m the challenger. That’s how I prepare for every fight and this is no different.

 

“A lot of people wrote me off and I came back stronger. I love when people doubt me. I come back stronger and show people I’m a world class fighter.

 

"Ma olen alati uskunud ise. I’m mentally strong and I work hard. I had a setback but it just made me hungrier and it made me a better fighter.”

 

LUCIAN BUTE

 

“I’m thankful for this big opportunity to fight for the WBC title. My training camp was very good. Ma tunnen tugevamat. It’s two days until the big stage.

 

“I worked very hard for this opportunity. To be a two-time champion is a dream. Laupäevalnight you will see a new champion.

 

"Ma tunnen suurt. The pressure is not on my shoulders now. I’m not the champion, I’m the outsider. Badou is the champion and I think the pressure is on him. I came to Washington D.C. to perform, give the fans a good show Laupäev night and the chance to become a champion for the second time

 

“I put on a good show against DeGale and that’s what led to this shot. I’m very blessed to be in this fight for a world title.

 

“Badou is a good fighter. He has a good background in amateur boxing, ta on maailmameister, but he has nothing special. He does everything good but not exceptionally. I have more experience, more speed and I’m a southpaw. I think the advantage is on my side.

 

“I never considered retiring but there were three years where I had some physical and psychological obstacles. Now I’m back to being in big fights and I’m looking forward to taking Badou Jack’s belt.

 

“This is going to be a spectacular fight. I want to look good in there and leave no doubt. I’m more aggressive than I ever have been and that will make it a great fight. I’m here to stop Badou Jack.”

 

JAMES DeGale

 

“Fight time is here. I’m feeling good and feeling fresh.

 

“Porky Medina is a good fighter. But there are levels to pro boxing and I am levels above him.

 

"Laupäev night I’m going to show you a real performance. My last two fights have gone the distance, but this time it won’t.

 

“I’m the best 168-pounder out there. I’m here to prove that. There is no one out there that can test me. There are big fights out there and good guys, but I believe I’m the best.

 

“I like this tournament style. It’s the best boxing the best. It should always be like this.

 

“I’m starting to build a massive fan base back home and I haven’t even boxed at home as a world champion. Me and Badou Jack would be a massive fight in the UK with two titles on the line.

 

“I’ve got everything covered with my game plan, trust me. I’ve gone extremely hard in the gym. We’ve watched tapes of him and I’m feeling good.

 

“This fight I need to make a statement. On my last two fights, I’ve gone the distance and they’ve been against top quality elite fighters. This time – no disrespect to Porky Medina – a good fighter in his own right but he shouldn’t last the distance with me so I look forward to a good performance.

 

“Good luck to both men, but I’m coming for the winner of Jack vs. Bute. I want to unify the division.”

 

ROGELIO MEDINA

 

“I’m the youngest fighter on this stage. I’m also the hungriest fighter. This is the biggest opportunity of my career.

 

“I’m here to give it my all and take the most of this opportunity laupäeval öö. My dream is to be a world champion and it is right in front of me.

 

“I feel very excited. I’m ready to go because of the long layoff. It has been a while but I have been in the gym. I’ve been training for many months and even though I haven’t had a fight, I have been training.

 

“I think that DeGale has a lot of good qualities as a fighter and I think that the fight is going to be very intense because I’ve been training hard for it. I’ve been training to put pressure on him and to make it an intense fight and try and knock him out.

 

“I’ve noticed that he’s a quick fighter, he’s fast. He’s got good technique but I also see that he sometimes likes to stand and trade and I hope that he decides to stand and trade with me so we can give the fans a good fight.

 

“A win would be the biggest moment of my career. It would have a lot of significance. Historically in Mexico I would become only the second super middleweight champion, which would be very important to boxing and myself.”

 

 

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