The cancellation of the original main event between Adrian Sosa and Zack Kuhn resulted in a few changes. Kuhn (10-10-1, 5 קוס) is now fighting another undefeated prospect, James “The Slim Reaper” Perella (8-0, 6 קוס), in an 8-round Special Welterweight Attraction.
The 21-year-old southpaw Hogan, fighting out of Weymouth (תואר שני), has knocked out each of his 9 professional opponents to date. The popular fighter was a celebrated amateur boxer, highlighted by his gold-medal performance at the 2019 New England Golden Gloves Championships.
“It’s Tank Time” once again, but this fight Hogan will be making his debut as a headliner, in addition to fighting in his first scheduled 8-rounder.
The 6-round fight between Dorchester (תואר שני) lightweight Jonathan Depina (6-1, 4 קוס) and Jonathan “El Guapo” Hernan Godoy (5-12) has moved up to the co-featured event. Perella’s (8-0, 5 קוס), של מנספילד (תואר שני), was supposed to fight Mexican challenger Danny “Venado” Flores (15-26-1, 8 קוס), but he was injured during training, and he has been replaced by Kuhn. “The Slim Reaper” is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion.
Irish light heavyweight Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole” (2-0, 2 קוס), of Galway, is matched against Greg Hackett (3-20-1) in a 4-rounder. O’Toole was the 2019 Irish Elite Championship gold medalist, who a powerful southpaw returning to the Boston area for his third pro fight.
Five 6-round bouts are on tap: South Boston super welterweight Joe Farina (7-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Rynell Griffin (8-49-2, 2 קוס), Houston super lightweight Miranda “El Alacrana” Reyes (5-0-1, 3 קוס) לעומת. Jaica Pavilus (1-4-1, 1 KO), undefeated Philly welterweight Tahmir Smalls (6-0, 3 קוס) לעומת. Leonides Fowlkes (2-7-1), popular Dorchester featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, לעומת. Mike Fowler (7-42, 2 קוס), and super lightweight Marcus Davidson (2-0, 2 קוס) לעומת. Rakim Johnson (6-15-1, 5 קוס).
Also fighting on the undercard in four-round bouts is Southbridge (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (2-0, 1 KO) לעומת. Brandon Grimmett (0-5), as well as the Davidson’s older brother from Kansas City (KS), pro-debuting lightweight Marcell, a 2-time Ringside World and 2019 אלופת כפפות הזהב הלאומית, לעומת. TBA. Fighters subject to change.
Undefeated prospect Francis “Frank The Tank” Hogan (9-0, 9 קוס) will be in the ring February 12הon a mission to extend his perfect pro record versus Vincent Floyd (4-11-2, 2 קוס) in an 8-round Special Welterweight Attraction on the “St. Valentine’s Day’s Massacre” card, presented by Vertex Promotions, at Moseley’s On The Charles in Dedham, מסצ'וסטס.
“It’s (streak) very important for me,” Hogan said. “I don’t look at it as going 10 ל 10. I don’t think I need to knockout my opponent as quickly as possible. I don’t go out there looking for a knockout unless I set up an opponent and hurt him. Through the fight I get better and better. I know I can take out a lot of fighters because I know how hard I hit. My left is my best punch. I can knockout guys with my jab, but I’ve knocked out guys with a right hook, מדי.
“I go into the ring knowing I’m going to take the heart and will away from who I’m fighting. Everybody is looking at me. They know I’m the real deal and how hard I hit. Some come with the will to win, but once I hit them, they just run or hold. I’m going to put them to sleep.”
The 21-year-old southpaw Hogan, fighting out of Weymouth (תואר שני), has knocked out each of his 9 professional opponents to date. The popular fighter was a celebrated amateur boxer, highlighted by his gold-medal performance at the 2019 New England Golden Gloves Championships. Hogan’s as smart about boxing as he is skilled. “Frank The Tank” understands that there is no rush to accelerate the pace of his career.
“I don’t want to rush,” Hogan remarked. "אני רק 21 and there’s still a lot of development. I know a lot, but I believe I can learn more. You don’t just transfer from the amateurs to pros. You need to go rounds. Boxing isn’t all about knockouts. I need to gain experience, not only in the ring, but all around. If I get a good offer, למרות ש, אני אקח את זה. ‘It’s Tank Time’ not their time.”
Although his opponent has changed, he is aware that Floyd is tall, long, and that he likes to give and take. “But I’m looking to take him out cold, not have the referee stop the fight,” Hogan added. “I want to start 2002 with a bang by leaving him on the mat.”
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Undefeated super lightweight Adrian “Tonka” Sosa (12-0, 9 KO), של לורנס (תואר שני) will headline “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre”, in the 8-round main event against Zack Kuhn (10-10-1, 5 קוס).
עוד סיכוי בלתי מנוצח, welterweight James “The Slim Reaper” Perella’s (8-0, 5 קוס), takes on tough Mexican challenger Danny “Venado” Flores (15-26-1, 8 קוס) in an 8-round fight, which has been elevated to the co-featured event. Perella, fighting out of Mansfield, מסצ'וסטס, is matched tough is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion.
Irish eyes will be once again as Galway light heavyweight Tommy “The Kid” O’Toole” (2-0, 2 קוס) returns to his second home. The 2019 Irish Elite Championship gold medalist is a powerful southpaw returning to the Boston area for his third pro fight. He faces an opponent to be determined.
Three 6-round bouts are on tap: דורצ'סטר (תואר שני) lightweight Jonathan Depina (6-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Jonathan “El Guapo” Hernan Godoy (5-12), South Boston super welterweight Joe Farina (7-1, 4 קוס) לעומת. Rynell Griffin (8-49-2, 2 קוס), and Houston super lightweight Miranda “El Alacrana” Reyes (5-0-1, 3 קוס) לעומת. Jaica Pavilus (1-4-1, 1 KO).
Popular Dorchester featherweight Troy Anderson, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, squares off with Mike Fowler (7-42, 2 קוס).
Also fighting on the undercard in four-round bouts is Southbridge (תואר שני) super featherweight Alex Rivera (2-0, 1 KO) לעומת. Brandon Grimmett (0-5), as well as the Davidson brothers from Kansas City (KS), super lightweight Marcus (2-0, 2 קוס) לעומת. Rakim Johnson (6-15-1, 5 קוס), and pro-debuting lightweight Marcell, a 2-time Ringside World and 2019 אלופת כפפות הזהב הלאומית.
BOSTON (נִשׂגָב 25, 2021) – Vertex Promotions has announced its second event, “Fight Night on the Charles at Moseley’s II,” on Saturday night, ספטמבר 25, at Moseley’s On The Charles in Dedham, מסצ'וסטס.
A few of the same fighters from Vertex Promotions’ first show, יולי 31רח ' באותו מקום, will be in action again.
“We were very happy with the first show on July 31רח ',” Vertex promoterDave Clark אמר. “Everyone there really had a great time. This show will be great as well. There’s a lot of local talent and we want to try to keep them as active as we can give fans around here a great night out.” Undefeated ABF American West and NBA Continental champion, 23-year-old Albany (ניו יורק) welterweight RayJay “The Destroyer” Bermudez (13-0, 10 קוס) will headline the show once again in the 8-round main event,
סיכוי welterweight בלתי מנוצח James “The Slim Reaper” Perella(8-0, 5 קוס), fighting out of Mansfield, מסצ'וסטס, is a 4-time USA New England Championships and 4-time New England Golden Gloves Champion. The popular fighter returns in the 6-round co-featured event.
James “The Slim Reaper” Perella
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משקל נוצה סופר בלתי מנוצח Daniel “G.D.F.E.” Bailey (7-0, 4 קוס), fighting out of Tampa (FL), and unbeaten Lawrence (תואר שני) welterweight הזוטר Adrian “Tonka” Sosa (11-0, 9 קוס) are slated to be in 6-round bouts. Bailey is a 4-time U.S. Army and 2012 Ringside National champion, as well as the cousin of multiple world championרנדל ביילי.
דניאל ביילי
דורצ'סטר (תואר שני) משקל נוצה טרוי אנדרסון, ג 'וניור. (1-0, 1 KO), a 2016 אלוף טורניר רוקי מרציאנו, and Lynn (תואר שני) כבד משקל קל ג'יימס פרקינס (5-0-1, 4 קוס) are scheduled to be in 4-rounders.
Other returning fighters from Vertex Promotions’ inaugural event include Boston welterweightJames Murrin (1-0), Malden (תואר שני) קל משקל זוטר Alex Rivera (1-0, 1 KO) in 4-round matches.
Opponents will soon be announced. Fighters subject to change.
Tickets will go on sale soon for $95.00 (row 1), $85.00 (2ndrow), $65.00 (3rdrow), $55.00 (הודאה כללית) ו $45.00 (standing room). דלתות תיפתח ב 7 pm. ET עם התקף הראשון מתוכנן להתחיל ב- 7:30 p.m. ו.
איגרוף המרפיםis proud to announce that the next recipient of theWarrior’s Code Awardwill be New England boxing legend, ‘Iceman’ ג'ון סקאלי.
The Hartford, Connecticut based Scully was one of the most popular fighters in the region during the 1990s and he went 38-11 in a professional career in the light heavyweight division that included challenging for the world title against Henry Maske in Germany.
After his professional career, ‘Iceman’ achieved fame calling rebroadcasts of fights forESPN Classicas well as writing a popular column in the British magazine, חדשות אגרוף.
However Scully has achieved his most success as a trainer being instrumental in helping take fighters likeחוסה אנטוניו ריברה ו צ'אד דוסוןto world titles.
Scully is now a co-trainer of the Russian, now Canadian based, undefeated light heavyweight world champion, ארתור בטרבייב, who defends his title this Saturday in California live onESPN.
In addition to his work as a trainer he has been an passionate advocate and champion for the rights and well being of retired fighters.
“I’m extremely honored to receive this recognition and I really appreciate Murphys Boxing for thinking of me.”, says the 51 year old Connecticut resident.
“It’s particularly special because it will come in the city of Springfield where I spent the majority of my amateur boxing career training at the old Central City Gym at the X under Coach John Tynan. I’m looking forward to a great night.”
Murphys Boxing founder, קן קייסיexplains the promotion’s decision to name Scully as the latest recipient of the award named after one of the Dropkick Murphy’s signature songs, “The Warrior’s Code” which is a tribute to another New England boxing hero, מיקי וורד.
“John Scully is the epitome of the Warrior’s Code Award.”, says Casey.
“John’s career in boxing, from being a world class fighter to his work as an analyst to his success as a trainer, is inspirational. It shows young fighters there is opportunity for them in the sport after their in ring career is over. By giving back as a trainer and a mentor, he also represents the bridge from New England’s past boxing history to the present. Murphys Boxing is honored to acknowledge and celebrate John Scully’s many achievements in the sport.”
Scully will be third recipient of the award established this year by Murphys Boxing to celebrate those fighters who contributed to the rich and diverse history of boxing in New England. Scully joins 2019 International Hall of Fame Inductee, טוני דה מרקוand decorated Massachusetts’ חובבים, Mike D’Ampolowho received the first awards at Murphys Boxing’s last event in Melrose, Massachusetts this past March.
The presentation ofMurphys Boxing’s Warrior’s Code Awardwill take place during Murphys Boxing’sUFC Fight Passdebut event next Friday, May 10th which features NABA Super Featherweight Champion, אברהם נובה (14-0, 10 קוס) לעומת. Mario Ezequiel Sayal Lozano (18-2-1, 9 קוס) ב 10 round main event as well as a packed undercard of undefeated fighters from the Murphys Boxing stable including WBC South American Middleweight Champion, קרלוס גונגורה (15-0, 12 קוס), NABF Jr. Super Featherweight Champion, ויליאם פוסטר III (9-0, 6 קוס), Venezuelan Olympian, Luis Arcon Diaz(6-0, 6 קוס), Boston based amateur standout, ג'יימס פרלה (2-0, 2 קוס) ועוד.
Nova vs. Lozano and The Warrior’s Code Award Presentation takes place next Friday, May 10th at MGM Springfield in Springfield, מסצ'וסטס (1 דרך MGM). הדלתות נפתחות בשעה 19:00. כרטיסים במכירה כעת ב: www.murphysboxing.com. The event will be streamed live on UFC Fight Pass atwww.ufc.tv
אודות אגרוף מורפי
אגרוף מרפיס הוקם על ידי דרופיק מרפיס’ איש קדמי, קן קייסי ב 2014. רק 5 שנים קצרות, אגרוף מרפיס הפך למקדם האגרוף המוביל באזור ניו אינגלנד ולאחד המבצעים הצעירים הלוהטים במדינה. 2018 הייתה שנת פריצה עבור אגרוף מרפיס כשהם לקחו את הלוחם הראשון שלהם לתואר עולמי. יחד עם האלוף הראשון של העלייה, כמה לוחמי אגרוף של מרפיס הבטיחו הזדמנויות על תואר עולמי וקרבות לאומיים בטלוויזיה 2018. אגרוף מרפיס סגר את שנת הכרזות שלהם בקידום משותף של קרב אליפות ה- WBO במשקל ביניים בין דמטריוס אנדרדה לוולטר קאוטונדוקווה מול מעל 10,000 אוהדים בגן TD, הבית האגדי של בוסטון סלטיקס, ששודרה בינלאומית ב- DAZN. הסגל הנוכחי של מרפיס אגרוף מציג מתמודדים המדורגים בעולם כמו מארק דלוקה, צ'ארלס פוסטר, אברהם נובה, גרג וונדטי, גארי 'ספייק’ O’Sullivan and prospects like Niall Kennedy, קרלוס גונגורה, Luis Arcon Diaz, ויליאם פוסטר III, מייק אוהן ג'וניור. ועוד!
For credential requests for May 10 or to speak with any of the fighters on our roster for coverage – דואר אלקטרוני info@murphysboxing.comand we will hook it up!
Murphys Boxing is proud to announce that the debut event in their new partnership withUFC Fight Pass יתקיים ביום יום שישי, מאי 10, 2019 בספרינגפילד, Massachusetts atMGM ספרינגפילד.
באירוע המרכזי, בלתי מנוצח NABA Super Featherweight Champion, אברהם נובה(14-0, 10 קוס) will return in a 10 round super featherweight bout against an opponent to be announced.
נובה, שמגיע מאלבני הסמוכה, ניו יורק, recently entered theWBA’s Top 10 Rankingsand will be making his highly anticipated 2019 debut under the Murphys Boxing banner. After an amateur career that saw ‘Super’ ללכת 167-11 and win multiple national titles, Nova has been on the fast track as a professional having fought an unheard of 11 times in the past two years.
“I truly feel I am ready to take on anyone in the Top 10.”, explains the confident young fighter who just celebrated his 25th birthday in January.
“I hope to be in position for a mandatory shot at the WBA world title by the end of the year. I am staying focused, having a great training camp and I intend to make a statement to the rest of the division on May 10th.”
In dual co-features, two undefeated boxers from the Murphys Boxing stable will see action on the card that will stream live exclusively on UFC Fight Pass, the world’s largest subscription service for combat sports.
NABF Jr. Featherweight Champion, ויליאם פוסטר III (9-0, 6 קוס), who fought 5 פעמים ב 2018, will enter the ring for the second time this year against an opponent to be named in a 6 round junior featherweight bout. רק ב 25 שנים, ניו הייבן, Connecticut resident, whose older brother is Murphys Boxing’s own undefeatedאלופת NABA במשקל כבד קל, צ'ארלס פוסטר, is fast becoming one of New England’s most talked about prospects displaying the rare combination of power and speed only seen in elite level fighters.
Power punching prospect, קרלוס גונגורה (15-0, 12 קוס) will take on Argentina’sDamien Ezequiel Bonelli (23-6, 20 קוס) ב 8 round middleweight bout. The 2x Olympianfrom Ecuador won theWBC South American Middleweight Titlethis past February in his native country against then undefeatedJesus Avileswith a highlight reel KO.
Gongora, who is on the cusp of a world ranking, is in talks for his national television debut this summer and is hoping a big win against a fellow power puncher like Bonelli will seal the deal.
In keeping with the event’s international spirit, Murphys Boxing latest signing, Luis Arcon Diaz(6-0, 6 קוס), an undefeatedאולימפיfrom Venezuela will return to action against Argentina’sJose Aubel (8-3, 7 קוס) ב 6 התקף עגול במשקל וולטר. Diaz who made his east coast debut last month against Zach Ramsey, looked sensational, dropping the usually durable veteran multiple times before scoring a second round stoppage to continue his KO streak.
Representing the Boston area, ג'יימס פרלה (2-0, 2 קוס), who turned professional last month on Murphys Boxing’sSt. התנגשות היום של פטריקand followed up his knockout debut just two weeks later on Murphy’sMayhem at Melrose כרטיס, will look to make it 3 straight KOs when he takes on an opponent to be named in a 4 התקף עגול במשקל וולטר.
Rounding out the card will be two of Springfield’s own, קל, Calixto Cruz (1-0) וwelterweight DJ Whitley (4-1-1) who will both appear in separate 4 round contests against opponents to be named.
“We’re incredibly excited to make our debut on UFC Fight Pass. דנה (White) is a good friend and we’re thankful that he’s taken notice of the incredible roster of fighters that Murphys Boxing currently has.”, says Murphys Boxing founder, קן קייסי.
“We’re excited to have a platform for combat sports fans around the world to experience the thriving boxing scene we have created here in New England and to introduce them to several fighters, like Abraham Nova, who we feel will be world champions. To promote the first ever boxing event to be held at an incredible venue like MGM Springfield and to have it air live as our debut on UFC Fight Pass is going to make for a historic night for Murphys Boxing.”
Murphys Boxing’s UFC Fight Pass Debut takes place on Friday, May 10th at MGM Springfield in Springfield, מסצ'וסטס (1 דרך MGM, ספרינגפילד, תואר שני. 01103). הדלתות נפתחות בשעה 19:00. כרטיסים במכירה כעת ב: www.murphysboxing.com וגם www.mgmspringfield / בידור. האירוע כולו יועבר בשידור חי ב- UFC Fight Pass בשעה www.ufc.tv.
אודות אגרוף מורפי
אגרוף מרפיס הוקם על ידי דרופיק מרפיס’ איש קדמי, קן קייסי ב 2014. רק 5 שנים קצרות, אגרוף מרפיס הפך למקדם האגרוף המוביל באזור ניו אינגלנד ולאחד המבצעים הצעירים הלוהטים במדינה. 2018 הייתה שנת פריצה עבור אגרוף מרפיס כשהם לקחו את הלוחם הראשון שלהם לתואר עולמי. יחד עם האלוף הראשון של העלייה, כמה לוחמי אגרוף של מרפיס הבטיחו הזדמנויות על תואר עולמי וקרבות לאומיים בטלוויזיה 2018. אגרוף מרפיס סגר את שנת הכרזות שלהם בקידום משותף של קרב אליפות ה- WBO במשקל ביניים בין דמטריוס אנדרדה לוולטר קאוטונדוקווה מול מעל 10,000 אוהדים בגן TD, הבית האגדי של בוסטון סלטיקס, ששודרה בינלאומית ב- DAZN. הסגל הנוכחי של מרפיס אגרוף מציג מתמודדים המדורגים בעולם כמו מארק דלוקה, צ'ארלס פוסטר, אברהם נובה, גארי 'ספייק’ אוסליבן, Greg Vendetti and prospects like Niall Kennedy, קרלוס גונגורה, ויליאם פוסטר III, Mike Ohan Jr., Luis Arcon Diaz and more.
UFC Fight Pass is the world’s leading digital subscription service for combat sports. מאז שהושק ב 2013, Fight Pass is now available in more than 200 מדינות וטריטוריות. Fight Pass provides its members with unlimited access to live UFC Fight Pass Prelims; לחיות אומנויות לחימה מעורבות וספורט לחימה מרחבי העולם; סדרות מקוריות ותכנות היסטורי; מאפיינים מיוחדים; תוכן מאחורי הקלעים; ראיונות עומק; ודיווחים עדכניים על עולם הספורט הקרבי. Fight Pass subscribers also have24/7 גישה לספריית הקרבות הגדולה בעולם, בהשתתפות יותר מ 17,000 התקפות של עשרות ארגוני ספורט קרביים, כמו גם כל קרב בהיסטוריה של ה- UFC. Fight fans can access Fight Pass on personal computers, מכשירי iOS ו- Android ניידים, טלוויזיה של אפל, Xbox אחד, Xbox 360, טלוויזיה של אמזון אש, ה- Chromecast, שנה, טלוויזיות חכמות של סמסונג, טלוויזיות חכמות של LG, and Sony TVs.
MGM Springfield covers three city blocks in the heart of downtown Springfield, מסה. Igniting a cultural and economic renaissance in a historic New England city, the resort, which combines new construction with revived historic buildings, offers more than 125,000 square feet of gaming space, a 250-room boutique hotel on Main Street, superior spa services, diverse retail and inspired dining headlined by award-winning Chef Michael Mina’s Cal Mare. MGM Springfield also features the seven-screen Regal luxury cinema complex, bowling lanes, a seasonal skating rink and outdoor marketplace displaying local art, events and talent. MGM Springfield opened on August 24, 2018.
