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JAMES DEGALE vs. Chris Eubank JR. FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS FOR SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT SHOWDOWN THIS SATURDAY LIVE ON SHOWTIME® FROM THE O2 IN LONDON


“It’s retirement time. Whoever loses this fight is finished.” – DeGale



“There’s nothing he can do in that ring that I can’t handle. I’m going to box his head off.” – Eubank



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LONDON – Februar 21, 2019 – Former two-time super middleweight champion James DeGale and former world title challenger Chris Eubank Jr. faced off at the heated final press conference on Thursday for their 12-round showdown that headlines SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING this Saturday, Februar 23 live auf Showtime (3:45 p.m. UND / 12:45 p.m. PT) von The O2 in London.



Degale (25-2-1, 15 KOs) and Eubank (27-2, 21 KOs) will finally settle their long-running score when the two outspoken rivals meet in London. In the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING co-feature bout, Olympic Silver Medalist and top prospect Joe Joyce (7-0, 7 KOs) will measure against former WBC Champion Bermane Stiverne (25-3-1, 21 KOs) in a 12-round heavyweight clash.



Der ehemalige Zwei-Teilung Weltmeister, Chris Eubank Sr., was in attendance and not shy about stating this is not going to be an easy fight for his son. “This is a 50/50 fight and for the first time I am petrified of what the outcome can be. I am petrified that Junior may not win this fight,"Er sagte.



The event is promoted by Poxon Sports and presented by Premier Boxing Champions. Joyce-Stiverne is promoted in association with Ringstar Sports and Don King Productions. The doubleheader will air live in the U.S. exclusively on SHOWTIME and on ITV Box Office in the U.K.



Veteran broadcaster Brian Custer will host the doubleheader from London with combat sportscaster Mauro Ranallo calling the action ringside alongside Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein. Drei Hall of Famer runden das Fernsehteam ab – Emmy® Der preisgekrönte Reporter Jim Gray, Boxhistoriker Steve Farhood als inoffizieller Torschütze am Ring, und der weltbekannte Ringansager Jimmy Lennon Jr..



Here’s what the fighters and their respective camps had to say during Thursday’s press conference at Intercontinental at The O2:



James Degale:

“I vacated my title for fights like this. Chris Eubank has been calling my name for a long time and finally I get a chance to punch him in his face.



“I have no respect for him. None. This guy is a diluted idiot. And on Saturday night I can’t wait to deal with him. I’m going to come and give it to him properly. He can’t box. We’ve all heard this before.



“This is the biggest fight of his career. It’s retirement time. Whoever loses this fight is finished. It’s do or die on Saturday…His retirement fight is here. It’s his last fight, Ich verspreche dir, dass.



“I’m proven. Ich bin dort gewesen, Habe das gemacht. I’ve won everything. He’s done nothing. And I’m going to retire him.



“Eubank is a tough fighter, er ist stark. He has a lot of good attributes, but I’m too good for him. To mix it up and go to the very top you need more than strength and toughness. Every time he’s stepped up, he’s lost.



“The fear of losing is because I know what’s on the line. This is do or die. If I can’t beat him, if I can’t beat Chris Eubank Jr., Ich bin fertig.



“A lot of people think I’ve seen better days. A lot of people think I’m on the decline. I’ve had issues in the past, but I can honestly say I’m fully fit. I’m in the best shape I’ve been for a long, schon lange, physical and mentally. When I feel like I feel no one can beat me.



“If I can’t beat Chris that means I’m shot, that means I’m over the hill.”



CHRIS EUBANK JR.:

“This guy is a bum. He talks a good game. He’s going to have a good go, but at the end of the day I’m going to be too much for him.



“We are both at a stage where we can’t lose. We are both fighting for our careers. He knows he can’t handle me. He’s asking himself, ‘Can I survive?’ And the answer is absolutely not.



“There’s nothing he can do in that ring that I can’t handle. I’m going to box his head off.



“I’ve got a full time trainer now. Zum ersten Mal in meiner Karriere, I have a trainer day in and day out focusing on strategy to prepare me for what James is – a slick southpaw. That’s why I’m so confident. If he wants to run, we have the gameplan. If he wants to stand and swing, we have the gameplan. We have a plan for everything.



“What matters is that James’ career is over in a few days. I sent him a message after he lost to [George] Groves saying he needs to keep up because we are going to fight one day. And now that we’re finally here I look into his eyes and I don’t see a confident guy.



“It’s my time. I’m expecting the best he’s ever been and that’s still not going to be enough.



“I’m a world-level fighter. Anyone in the boxing game knows that. This is my opportunity to prove that once and for all to set the record straight and prove I’m the real deal. I know this is a defining fight in my career. It is do or die and I’m ready for that.



“James knows what’s coming. Am Ende des Tages, his last performances haven’t been up to par, but i don’t think he respected his [past] Gegner. He respects me, and I respect him and that’s why this is a real fight.



“I’ve been in the game for a long time but this is just the beginning of a long journey for me. This is my biggest fight. Ich habe, um zu gewinnen. Wenn ich gewinne, I’m back on the world stage. Beating James DeGale sets me up for a world title which is the whole reason I started in this game.”





JIM MCDONNELL:

“There are levels to boxing. Chris was a good prospect coming through but he’s not on the same level as James. He’ll find out what it takes to be a world champion. James DeGale is levels above Chris Jr.



“Chris may have all the drive he needs but he doesn’t have the skills to beat James DeGale.



“I know James is not losing. James DeGale is probably the best British fighter I’ve seen in my country.”





CHRIS EUBANK SR.:

“I’ve seen the pinnacle of James and it’s intoxicating. With Chris, not everything I’ve said has been applied. It may have been heard, but not applied. What I said works. I wouldn’t have 19 championship wins if it didn’t.



“I’m not convinced [Chris will win] because James DeGale has pedigree. Being an [olympisch] Gold Medalist and former world champion is real. I respect the man’s abilities. Junior hasn’t.



“My son looks at the physical aspect of boxing and, from a physical point of view, I don’t think there is anyone who can stand with him. But boxing isn’t just physical – it’s also spiritual, and that’s where Junior lacks. I don’t know whether he has that.



“This is a 50/50 fight and for the first time I am petrified of what the outcome can be. I am petrified that Junior may not win this fight.



“This is the wisdom of someone who has been here. You never underestimate your opponent based on past performances. Anyone who thinks this guy is on a slide because of past performances is making a mistake.



“From a physical aspect, Junior has the upper hand. From a spiritual aspect and pedigree aspect, James has the upper hand, and that’s why this is a 50/50 Kampf.



“I do know Chris has learned and let’s see what is produced. It can be a brilliant fight.”





Paulie Malignaggi:

“I like our chances. I know the guy that I have been in camp with. The things I’ve seen, I like. They are much more positive this time around.



“You can’t underestimate a guy like Eubank. He always comes to win. Aber, regardless of the gameplan, there is a certain mentality and my guy has it. He’s a Gold Medalist and he knows what mentality to bring on Saturday.



“James has won two major world titles, an Olympic Gold Medal. Chris has had some good wins but when he went to that elite level, he lost. Chris is a good fighter but he’s not beaten this level of opposition.”



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Der ehemalige Weltmeister Collide als Peter Quillin nimmt auf Minnesota-Eingeborener Caleb Truax in Premier Boxing Champions auf FS1 und FOX Deportes Main Event Samstag, April 13 von The Armory in Minneapolis

Top-Anwärter Sergiy Derevyanchenko Battles Jack Culcay in Mittelgewicht Titel-Eliminator & Rising Prospect Chris Colbert tritt in der Ring in Aktion Anfang an 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT

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MINNEAPOLIS (Februar 21, 2019) – Der ehemalige Weltmeister gehen Zehen bis zu den Zehen als Peter “Kid Chocolate” Quillin Gesichter Minnesota-native Caleb “Golden” Truax in einem 12-Runden IBF-Super-Mittel Titel-Eliminator, dass Schlagzeilen Premier Boxing Champion auf FS1 und FOX Deportes Samstag, April 13 von The Armory in Minneapolis.

im Fernsehen übertragen Schutz beginnt bei 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT und Feature-Top-Mittel Willen AnwärterSergiy DerevyanchenkoAnnahmeJack Culcayin einem 12-Runden IBF Titel Eliminator, Plus ungeschlagen steigende AussichtChris Colbertwird in einem Wettbewerb Vorprogramm Attraktion.

Tickets für die Veranstaltung, die durch Warriors Boxing gefördert wird und TGB Promotions, der Verkauf von Samstag, Februar 23, und können erworben werden bei Die Rüstkammer imhttp://ArmoryMN.com/ und über Ticketmaster.

“Quillin vs. Truax ist ein echter 50-50 matchup des ehemaligen Weltmeister suchen, um sich in Position zu bringen, eine andere Welt zu ergreifen Titel,” sagte Leon Margules, Präsident der Warriors Boxing. “Truax wird haben die Heimatstadt Menschenmenge in Minnesota hinter ihm, aber Quillin hat bei der gekämpft höchstes Niveau gegen Top-Konkurrenz seit Jahren. Es hat alle Voraussetzungen für eine dramatischer Kampf, und mit dem Derevyanchenko kombiniert vs. Culcay Mittel Eliminator, es wird für eine Aktion machen verpackt Nacht auf der Armory und auf FS1 und FOX Deportes.”

“Beide sind fantastische Matchups, weil es Meisterschaft Auswirkungen auf die Linie,” sagte Tom Brown, Präsident von TGB Promotions. “Das erhöht die Motivation für jeden der Jungs Schritt in den Ring,. Für Qullin und Truax, sie beide wissen, was es bedeutet, eine Welt zu sein Champion und das ist ihre Chance zu diesem Status zurückzukehren. Es gibt immer viel Energie in der Armory für diese Art von Spielen und das wirklich zu Hause für diejenigen, trägt zum FS1 und FOX Deportes Sendung über beobachten. Es verspricht ein sehr unterhaltsamer Abend für alle Box-Fans zu sein.” 

EIN ehemalige Mittelgewichts-Champion, Quillin (34-1-1, 23 KOs) in seinem zweiten geliefert Kampf im Super-Mittel, Sieg über J'leon Love im August letzten Jahres einstimmig Entscheidung. Geboren in Chicago und Michigan angehoben, Quillin hat Brooklyn genannt, N.Y.. Haus während einer Profi-Karriere, die ihn gesehen zu gewinnen einen WM-Titel gegen Hassan N'Dam in 2012 und verteidigen es dreimal. Seine einzige Niederlage kam zu Daniel Jacobs in 2015 nach zu einem Unentschieden Ex-Champion Andy Lee kämpft in diesem Jahr früher.

“Ich bin diesen Kampf nähert sehr ernst, weil ich Truax weiß, ist ein dauerhafter Kerl, weiß, wie man kämpfen,” Said Quillin. “Er kommt aus dem Hintergrund, Menschen geben ihm keinen Kredit für das, was er getan hat, und das sind die gefährlichsten Jungs. Ich bin kein Fremder in Kämpfen in meines Gegners Hinterhof. Meine Aufgabe ist es zu gehen in den Ring und nach Hause gehen mit dem Sieg. Ich suche mit einigen zu Fuß entfernt von seine Fans auf meiner Seite durch den Kampf zu gewinnen und auf einem großen Putting Performance.”

Kampf aus Osseo, Minnesota, Truax (30-4-2, 19 KOs) Aus einer 2017 ist gezogen größten Überraschungen, wenn er nach London reiste James Degale zu besiegen und ein geworden 168-Pfund-Weltmeister. Die 35-Jährige eine hart erkämpften Revanche DeGale verloren im 2018 und zuletzt eine dritte Runde Stillstand von Fabiano Soares erzielte bei die Rüstkammer im August.

“Peter Quillin ist jemand, den ich haben wollte kämpfen, da ich zum ersten Mal mit ihm sparred in 2012,” Said Truax. “Ich ging aus dieser Erfahrung überzeugt davon, dass Ich könnte den Job erledigen, wenn wir jemals waren abgestimmt zusammen. Die Tatsache, dass es Ort zu Hause in Minnesota nehmen ist sogar besser, weil meine Fans zu gehen sind geben Sie mir einen großen Vorteil. Mein Ziel ist es in Titel Behauptung zurück und gewinnen mein zweiter WM-Titel.”

A 2008 Olympian für seine Heimat Ukraine, Derevyanchenko (12-1, 10 KOs) wurde gemacht sein Haus in Brooklyn, N.Y.. seit Drehen Pro im Juli 2014. Die 33-jährige war ungeschlagen in seiner ersten 12 Kämpfe, einen WM-Kampf mit einem Endrunde verdient Stillstand von Tureano Johnson in 2017. Er meisten vor kurzem fiel eine schmale Split-Entscheidung zu Daniel Jacobs in einem Mittelgewicht Titelkampf im Oktober.

Culcay (25-3, 13 KOs) stammt ursprünglich aus Ecuador, Großteil seiner Karriere verbrachte kämpfen aus Deutschland, und lebt heute in Florida. Er tritt in diesen Kampf auf einem Drei-Kampf Siegesserie ein Trio von Siegen bis in nach dem Pflücken 2018. Er hatte zuvor gehalten ein Zwischen 154-Pfund-Titel vor dem Schließen Entscheidung gegen Demetrius zu verlieren Andrade und Maciej Sulecki.

Darstellen seine Heimatstadt Brooklyn, N.Y., Colbert (10-0, 3 KOs) hat damit begonnen, einen Namen zu machen für sich enorme Fähigkeiten in seinem ersten Berei 10 pro Sieg. Der 22-Jährige zuletzt dominiert Josh Hernandez auf FS1 im Januar und er kehren zum zweiten Mal auf der Armory zu kämpfen nach dem Sieg dann ungeschlagene Austin Dulay auf FS1 im vergangenen April.

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Der ungeschlagene Damien Vazquez im Bantamgewicht trifft auf den ehemaligen Champion Juan Carlos Payano & Steigende Aussichten im Weltergewicht & 2016 Der litauische Olympiateilnehmer Eimantas Stanionis kämpft am Samstag gegen den einst geschlagenen Sammy Figueroa, März 9 in Premier Boxing Champions Prelims auf FS1


Beginnend an 6:30 p.m. UND / 3:30 p.m. PT Von
Dignity Health Sportpark in Carson, Calif.

WBC-Weltmeister im Weltergewicht Shawn Porter macht den ersten Platz
Titelverteidigung gegen Pflichtherausforderer Yordenis Ugas in
Premier Boxing Champions auf FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event

CARSON, Calif. (Februar 19, 2019) – Unbesiegt Bantamgewicht Aussicht Damien Vazquez kämpft gegen den ehemaligen Weltmeister Juan Carlos Payano in einer Acht- oder Zehn-Runden-Attraktion während ungeschlagener Aussichten im Weltergewicht und 2016 Litauischer OlympiateilnehmerEimantas Stanionis wird das Gesicht einmal geschlagen Sammy Figueroa in einem Acht-Runden-Kampf bei den Premier Boxing Champions Prelims am FS1 Samstag, März 9 live aus dem Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Kalifornien.

Vorrunden beginnen um 6:30 p.m. UND / 3:30 p.m. PT und führen in eine PBC auf FOX und FOX Deportes Show, die vom WBC Weltergewicht Weltmeister angeführt wird Shawn Porter seine erste Titelverteidigung in der Primetime gegen PflichtherausfordererYordenis Ugás.

Karten für das Live-Event, die von TGB Promotions gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können an AXS.com erworben werden.

Geboren in Colorado und Ausbildung in Las Vegas, Vazquez (14-0, 7 KOs) ist der jüngere Bruder des ehemaligen dreimaligen Meisters Israel Vazquez. Der 21-Jährige kämpft seither professionell 2013 und holte zwei Siege in 2018. Zuletzt gewann er seinen ersten 10-Runden-Kampf mit einer einstimmigen Entscheidung über den damals ungeschlagenen Luis Gollindano im vergangenen April.

Payano (20-2, 9 KOs) wurde Weltmeister in 2014 als er Anselmo Moreno durch technische Entscheidung besiegte, bevor er verteidigte und dann den Titel in zwei aufregenden Kämpfen gegen Rau’shee Warren verlor. Ursprünglich aus der Dominikanischen Republik, aber Training in Miami, Payano erzielte drei Siege in Folge, bevor er im vergangenen Oktober eine Titelherausforderung gegen die ungeschlagene Naoya Inoue verlor.

Nachdem er seine Heimat Litauen bei der 2016 Olympiade, Stanionis (7-0, 5 KOs) nach Südkalifornien umgezogen, wo er trainiert hat, während er seinen ungeschlagenen Rekord zusammenstellte. Der 24-Jährige hat sich beim letzten Mal im Wettbewerb verbessert und dominierte den harten Veteranen Levan Ghvamichava, um im vergangenen August eine einstimmige Entscheidung über acht Runden auf FS1 zu erhalten.

Der 28-jährige Figueroa (11-1, 4 KOs) kehrt zum ersten Mal seit dem Sieg über Ismay Eynullayev im März wieder in Aktion 2017. Der puerto-ricanische Kämpfer hatte Siege gegen die zuvor ungeschlagenen Gegner Javontae Starks und Fernando Paliza eingefahren, bevor er im Mai seine einzige Niederlage gegen Miguel Cruz erlitt 2016.

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ERROL SPENCE JR. VS. MIKEY GARCIA ARLINGTON, TEXAS PRESSEKONFERENZ ZITATE & FOTOS


Der ungeschlagene Weltmeister im Weltergewicht, Spence, kämpft gegen den ungeschlagenen Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Garcia im historischen Showdown beim ersten Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event

Samstag, März 16 Von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Februar 19, 2019) – Ungeschlagen Weltmeister im WeltergewichtErrol Spence Jr. und ungeschlagener Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Mikey Garcia persönlich bei einer Pressekonferenz in Arlington, Texas am Dienstag, als sie eine Vorschau auf ihren Showdown gaben, der am Samstag ein Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event titelt, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion.

Spence und Garcia wurden vom Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys unterstützt, Präsident und General Manager Jerry Jones im selben Stadion, in dem sie um den Weltergewichtstitel und die Pfund-für-Pfund-Vorherrschaft kämpfen werden.

Karten für den März 16 Ereignis, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und können erworben werden bei SeatGeek.com, der offizielle Ticketing-Anbieter von AT&T-Stadion.

Das sagten die Teilnehmer der Pressekonferenz am Dienstag:

ERROL SPENCE JR.

“Dies wird ein Traum wahr. Das ist etwas, was mich noch nicht wirklich getroffen hat. Ich versuche, mich nicht im Moment zu verfangen, Aber das ist mein Lieblingsteam, das ich gesehen habe, seit ich auf dem Schoß meines Vaters saß.

“Jedes Mal, wenn ich Mikey sehe, werde ich aufgeregt und ängstlich und möchte ins Fitnessstudio gehen und trainieren. Am Sonntag, ich habe gespart 18 Runden wegen der ganzen Pressekonferenz und Konfrontation am Samstag. Blick in Mikeys Augen, Ich kann sehen, wie hungrig er ist und das motiviert mich.

“Mikey ist sehr schwierig, weil ich seine Schläge platziert habe. Er denkt immer und hat einen hohen IQ. Aber ich habe auf alle Zylinder geklickt. Ich bin mental und physisch stark und auf alles vorbereitet, was er mitbringt. Ein Sieg hier kann mich definitiv katapultieren und ich bin bereit, es zu verwirklichen.

“Jeder Athlet würde sich freuen, wenn sein Heimteam ihn unterstützt. Zufällig habe ich hier in Dallas das beliebteste Team der Welt. Es bedeutet viel, weil sie das nicht tun müssen. Ich bin sehr demütig und es fühlt sich großartig an, Dallas zu repräsentieren. Ich unterstütze meine Leute hier immer.

“Ich bin 100 Prozent vorbereitet und fokussiert auf Mikey Garcia. Ich habe Hunger und nehme schon zu. Ich kann es kaum erwarten, eine weitere Show zu veranstalten. März 16, du musst aufpassen, dass du es nicht verpasst. Es wird eine legendäre Nacht.”

Mikey GARCIA

“Dieser Kampf verdient ein Zuhause wie dieses. Dieser Kampf verdient diese Art von Atmosphäre und Energie. Ich war selbst ein Cowboys-Fan, als ich aufwuchs, und jetzt bin ich hier in ihrem Haus, um den größten Kampf meiner Karriere zu haben. Es ist unglaublich, aber hier sind wir. Ich freue mich, dies zu einem unvergesslichen Abend zu machen. Das ist Geschichte im Entstehen.

“Ich bin sehr gespannt was in ein paar Wochen kommt. Dies ist ein Kampf, den ich wirklich wollte und es ist definitiv die größte Herausforderung meiner Karriere. Das beste Weltergewicht der Division zu bekämpfen ist keine leichte Aufgabe. Errol Spence Jr. wird das Beste aus mir herausholen.

“Ich bin sicher, Errol bereitet sich genau wie ich auf den größten Kampf seiner Karriere vor. Das macht es interessant. Das ist das Rezept für einen gewaltigen Kampf. Es ist nicht sehr üblich, zwei der Pfund-für-Pfund-Besten zu sehen, immer noch ungeschlagen und bekämpfen sich in ihrer Blütezeit.

“Wir haben Techniken implementiert, die mir helfen, meine Geschwindigkeit zu verbessern, Explosivität und Reaktionszeit, während du auch ein bisschen Masse hinzufügst. Ich denke, all das wird mir in der Kampfnacht von Vorteil sein. Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Ergebnis.

“Wenn ich diese Risiken nicht eingehe, dann werde ich nicht belohnt. Ich möchte als einer der Größten und Besten dieser Generation anerkannt werden. Wie kann ich das erreichen, wenn ich diese Risiken nicht eingehe? Deshalb nehme ich den größten verfügbaren Kampf an.”

DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer

“Ich freue mich sehr, hier zu sein. Es war eine wirklich gute Fahrt mit Errol und mir. Das ist unser 10th Jahr zusammen und dies ist ein wunderschöner Ort, an dem alles kulminieren kann. Mikey ist ein echter Kämpfer und er hat einen phänomenalen Trainer in seinem Bruder und Vater. Wir sind auf ihn vorbereitet und gerade in Form. Wir sind bereit zu gehen.”

ROBERT GARCIA, Garcias Bruder & Trainer

“Wir hatten ein tolles Trainingslager und unsere Sparringspartner machen einen tollen Job und bereiten uns auf eine sehr harte Herausforderung vor. Bis der Kampf kommt, Du wirst sehen, worum es bei Mikey geht. Jeder, der sich diesen Kampf ansieht, wird eine großartige Boxnacht genießen.”

JERRY JONES, Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys, Präsident und Generaldirektor

“Ich weiß nicht, ob wir hier jemals eine Veranstaltung hatten, die diese Art von Statur und die Kombination aus zwei Männern hatte, die alleine da drin standen, und in der besten Phase ihrer Karriere. Dies ist das Treffen zweier Champions und das ist etwas sehr Seltenes für Fans.

“Als wir dieses Stadion gebaut haben, habe ich viel über Boxen nachgedacht. Der Wahlkreis der Dallas Cowboys steht besonders auf Boxen. Wir haben eine fantastische mexikanische und hispanische Fangemeinde und wenn wir in diesem Stadion Kämpfe haben, es gibt eine große Affinität zum Boxen. Wenn es in diesem Stadion einen Kampf dieses Kalibers gibt, dann wissen wir, dass wir etwas ganz besonderes machen.

“Diese beiden Kämpfer sind einzigartig mit diesem Stadion und den Cowboys verbunden. Errol Spence Jr. wohnt buchstäblich nebenan und kommt aus dieser besonderen Gegend. Die letzte Nacht, die er im The Star hatte, er hatte seine Cowboys-Ausrüstung an und machte unsere Spieler und mich so stolz.

“Unser Zuhause in der Ferne, Oxnard, In Kalifornien hat Mikey Garcia den Cowboys beim Training zugesehen. Wir haben eine große Verwandtschaft mit diesen beiden Kämpfern und unsere Fans können sich riesig freuen.

“Diese beiden Kämpfer sind dieses Stadions würdig. Ihr Können und ihre Fähigkeit, sich zu messen, verdienen dieses Stadion. Dies ist eine besondere Veranstaltung, die am 16. März stattfindet.”

TOM BROWN, Präsident der TGB Promotions

“Errol Spence Jr. vs Mikey Garcia ist einer der faszinierendsten Kämpfe des Jahres. Es ist ein Kampf, der bestimmen wird, wer Pfund für Pfund der beste Kämpfer der Welt ist.

“Wir freuen uns, die Heimat der besten professionellen Franchise im Sport zu sein, bei den Dallas Cowboys. Dies ist der perfekte Ort für dieses Event, bei dem zwei ungeschlagene Champions in ihren besten Jahren auftreten, ihre Platten aufs Spiel setzen. Mikey und Errol sind dazu bestimmt, diesen Tunnel zu verlassen und in diesen Ring zu gehen, um sich in einen Kampf einzulassen, den man nie vergessen wird.”

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FRANCISCO ‘CHIASANTANA TO MAKE PBC DEBUT


WELTERWEIGHT CONTENDER ADDED TO THE TELEVISED UNDERCARD OF PORTER VS. UGASLIVE ON FOXMARCH 9TH



Ventura, Kalifornien: Februar 18, 2019


Francisco ‘Chia’ Santana (25-6-1, 12 KOs) wird seine PBC debut on the televised undercard of the WBC Welterweight World Championship Fight zwischen Shawn Porter und Yordenis Ugás weiterleben Fuchs auf March 9th im Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornien.


Santana will face Arizona’s Abel Ramos (23-3-2, 18 KOs) in what promises to be an action packed battle between two aggressive fighters both coming off victories, with the winner in line to face an opponent from PBC’s deep welterweight stable later this year.


Santana, who is coming off one of the biggest upsets of 2018 wenn er besiegt Olympiasieger und WM-Herausforderer, Felix Diaz, is currently ranked #14 in der WBC.


It’s crazy how much can change in a year.” erklärt, Santana.


Last year at this time I was coming off back to back controversial losses that I felt I had won. My promoter had dropped me. I couldn’t find a fight. I had been out of the ring for a year. It looked like my career was over. I actually landed the Diaz fight because a friend entered me in an online contest to be an alternate fighter for a WBC tournament. The fans voted me in and when a fighter was injured, I was bumped up into the main tournament. I knew no one was giving me a chance to beat Diaz who was the favorite to win the whole tournament but when I’m overlooked that’s when I’m the most dangerous. The win landed me in the WBC’s Top 15 rankings allowing me to now be able to fight for their world title. I believe I am only one or two fights away from that opportunity and no one is going to stand in my way.


Having worked with several promoters throughout his 14 jährigen beruflichen Laufbahn, Santana is happy to be featured on a major Premier Boxing Champions Ereignis.


The amount of world class welterweights that PBC has is unreal, einschließlich 4 von der 5 current world champions. It’s literally a who’s who of the division. I’m beyond excited to be able to make my PBC debut on Fox in primetime on the undercard of the WBC welterweight title fight. I have nothing but respect for a fellow hard working fighter like Ramos and I expect a war but I intend to make a statement on March 9th and come out victorious.


Santana, a Santa Barbara native who lives and trains in Ventura, California atKnuckleHeadz Boxing Gym with trainer, Joseph “HossJanik, is a favorite amongst hardcore boxing fans for his relentless in ring style and his fight anyone, irgendwo, anytime attitude that has seen him give multiple future world champions all they could handle. Außerdem, he’s widely considered one of the friendliest fighters in the entire sport.


I follow the golden rule. Treat others how you want to be treated. I’m a boxer but I’m a also massive boxing fan. Nothing is better than going to the fights and talking boxing with other fans. I’m no different than them. I wake up and run. I go to work all day with an hour commute back and forth. I hit the gym at night. I spend what little time I have left with my family. Then I go to sleep exhausted. I haven’t caught many breaks in this sport but I still haven’t given up on my dream of being a world champion. In life or in boxing, my motto is train, Kampf, Sieg. I think that’s something everyone can relate to.
FRANCISCO ‘CHIASANTANA CAREER HIGHLIGHTS


Former WBA International Champion
Has wins over 4 former world champions and challengers
Has a draw against world title challenger, Julian Williams
Has gone the distance with world champions like Jermell Charlo
Has taken the “Die” von 3 different prospects including Eddie Gomez
His 1st round KO of undefeated Kendal Mena was ESPN’s #2 Play of the Day

ERROL SPENCE JR. VS. MIKEY GARCIA LOS ANGELES PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOS


Der ungeschlagene Weltmeister im Weltergewicht, Spence, kämpft gegen den ungeschlagenen Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Garcia im historischen Showdown beim ersten Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event

Samstag, März 16 Von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas
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LOS ANGELES (Februar 16, 2019) – Ungeschlagen Weltmeister im Weltergewicht Errol Spence Jr. and undefeated four-division champion Mikey Garcia previewed their upcoming showdown and faced-off live on FOX at a press conference in Los Angeles Saturday as they near their battle for pound-for-pound supremacy that headlines a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.

Spence and Garcia were joined on stage at the press conference by a living legend,Thomas “Killer” Hearns, who won titles in five weight divisions and fought Sugar Ray Leonard in one of the most memorable welterweight fights in history.

The event also featured an interview via satellite with Dallas Cowboys Owner, Präsident und Generaldirektor Jerry Jones, who shared his thoughts on the electrifying event coming to AT&T-Stadion, before Spence and Garcia were gifted personalize Cowboys jerseys by two Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.

Karten für den März 16 Ereignis, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, and can be purchased at SeatGeek.com, der offizielle Ticketing-Anbieter von AT&T-Stadion.

Also in attendance at the press conference were undefeated former 168-pound champion David Benavidez and heavyweight fan-favorite Chris Arreola, who compete on the PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard as Benavidez battles veteran contender J'Leon Liebes, while Arreola matches up against unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin.

Here is what the press conference participants had to say Saturday from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live-:

ERROL SPENCE JR.

I train old school so I don’t worry about how Mikey is planning to get stronger at the weight. I’m not worried about it and I don’t think it will make a difference in the fight. I’m just going to focus on what I have to do to be at my best.

Size always matters, but when you get in there, am Ende des Tages, it’s about skills and intelligence. I’m not going to rely on size. I’m going to focus on my talent. If I can roll through him, then I’ll show my killer instinct and try to get him out of there. I’m going to use my ability to break him down.

At first I thought he was just chasing my name when he was calling me out. Once it became real, I saw how serious he was. At that point I was very confident it would happen.

I’m not the bully here because Mikey really pushed for the fight. The other champions weren’t available at the time, plus Mikey is the only top fighter who called me out. I knew this was a fight I wanted.

Mikey is undefeated, has a great skill set and has won a title at 140-pounds. I don’t see him as that small a fighter. He has a technical style that’s very traditional. He likes to use angles to set his opponent’s up.

We’re focused on what I can do and what our game plan is. I always spar the same people no matter what because they get me into the condition I need to be in and they have me primed for any challenge.

The welterweight division has always been one of the strongest divisions in the sport and it is like that now. We just need to fight each other. I’m ready to fight any of them. Whoever ends up on top from this group, will end being a Hall of Famer. That’s how you become an all-time great.

This is something I’ve been waiting for my whole life. I’m focused and prepared for this challenge. It’s going to be all eyes on me and Mikey in that ring and I can’t wait.

I’m happy that someone is challenging me. I’ve been looking for an opponent like him. He’s established himself in this sport. I’m happy to be able to take on this challenge. I’m looking for a skillful Mikey Garcia to bring the best out of me on March 16.

My vision is that my hand will be raised in victory, whether it’s a knockout or a 12-round grueling fight, I’m preparing for the best Mikey Garcia skill wise, strength wise and as far as his ring intelligence.

Mikey GARCIA

These are the kinds of challenges I want. I need someone like Errol Spence Jr., with his demeanor and style, to bring the best out of me. I want the world to finally see the full Mikey Garcia.

The training that we did in the Bay Area definitely helped me. We are going up in weight and needed to do a different type of training. We wanted to make sure that we gained a little bit of mass so that I can be able to hold off Errol Spence’s weight and strength.

The key to my strength training was that we didn’t want to lose my speed and explosiveness. I can see now that I’m back in sparring that I still have that speed while also gaining the muscle we had to.

If people say Errol is bigger, that’s just obvious. But who’s faster? Who has better timing? There’s a lot more that goes into this sport and who’s going to win this particular fight.

This has been one of the toughest camps I’ve ever had. We’re working on a lot of different methods and techniques to be at our very best. He’s going to be bigger than me on fight night, but that’s part of the challenge. I’ve know that since the beginning and that’s why we’ve trained the way we have.

When I saw him fight Lamont Peterson I decided that Errol Spence Jr. was the fight I wanted one day. People tried to talk me out of it, but now they’re all on board. People have now started to see what I’m going to be capable of on March 16.

I want the best Errol Spence Jr. I know he’s a great fighter with a lot of skills and talent. He hasn’t needed to use all of his skills, So wie ich. He does everything well, but nothing spectacular. I just feel like I’m the better fighter. I think I have the advantage everywhere except maybe power, but we’ll find out on fight night.

“Das ist Geschichte im Entstehen. I’m trying to establish a great legacy. This is the kind of fight that I need. I know my fans are going to show up and give me a lot of support. This fight truly excites me and motivates.

I’m not going to let this fight slip away. I’m going to establish myself as one of the best of the generation and eventually one of the best of all time.

Even though some people believe I’m the underdog, I don’t see myself that way. I’m undefeated and I think Errol knows that I pose a challenge. It’s no easy task for either one of us. This is the fight that I need for my legacy.

DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer

This fight is all about the skillset, not the size. Size will come into play a little bit, but we’re going to show the skillset that we have to beat this guy. That’s what Errol is going to show.

Mikey Garcia has a good technical style. But there’s always a method to take down a great fighter. I think that a day like today will inspire us even more to work even harder. We can see him right in front of us. Its real and we can’t wait.

When I first saw Errol we were actually sparring each other. We started working together and I got to see him walk through guy after guy. We knew he was a great athlete, but it took time to build to where I started to realize he was something special.

ROBERT GARCIA, Garcias Bruder & Trainer

This is a big challenge for us to go up in weight to fight the best welterweight in the world. But it’s not like itsnever been done before and I know Mikey has the skills and power to pull it off. That’s what we’re coming to Dallas to do.

This is an opportunity for Mikey to continue building his legacy. He wants to be known as one of the greatest fighters of all time and a win over Errol Spence Jr. is a big step toward that.

I don’t think they’ve overlooking Mikey. “They know the talent he has. They’re getting ready for a great fight like they’ve done before. I think they know that they’re in for a real fight.

DAVID BENAVIDEZ

I’m back here in this stage and that’s all that matters. I’m living and learning. I can’t wait to be in position to again fight for the world title.

‘I actually sparred with J’Leon Love when I was 15-years-old. He’s a great fighter who’s a veteran. Ich übersehen ihn nicht. I’m training for this fight like it’s a world title fight. Whatever style he comes with, I’m going to be ready for it.

“Ich bin besser denn je. Everything has been a lesson learned. I had to sit out while I lost my spot, so now I’m more motivated than ever. This year we’re leaving the past in the past and coming back stronger.

Chris Arreola

I’m excited to be back. It was a long layoff where I spent time with my son and watched him grow. I missed that feeling of being in front of fans and getting that nervous energy right before a fight.

I’m anticipating and I’m hoping for a rowdy crowd on March 16. There will be a lot of Spence and Garcia fans and a whole lot of great fights. Us Mexicans, we love fights.

I know that my opponent is a southpaw and he’s slick. He’s going to try to out box me. I know he’s not going to want to stay in my wheelhouse. I have to be in shape to go the distance and be ready for shots coming from different angles.

JERRY JONES, Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys, Präsident und Generaldirektor

On hosting Spence and Garcia at separate Cowboys home games last season:
It was just good to rub elbows with champions. I want all that they have to rub off on me and the Dallas Cowboys.

The fact that FOX is involved and their interest in this fight is amazing. We’ve had great events with FOX, including the Super Bowl. Our stadium was really built for boxing. These fighters will be standing 70 feet tall suspended above the ring on the video board. It’s an excellent way to feel like you’re so close you’re receiving the blows from these great fighters.

We’re so excited for our Mexican-American fan base. This is a great area for boxing. We endear ourselves to be involved with an event like this in anyway the Cowboys can. Especially with two great fighters like Spence and Garcia.

I think you’ll see a fight with outstanding champions involved on March 16. You don’t get to see the best against the best very often. At AT&T-Stadion, you’ll see it in a way that can’t be matched at normal sports venues. The aura of having thousands of fans like at a football game is unmatched. It’s a grand experience and we’re proud to be a part of boxing.

Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzende & CEO von Ringstar Sport

The winner of this fight will be pound-for-pound the best in the world. Everybody would agree both of these guys are near the top of that list, and I believe whoever wins will be number one. This is a coronation for who is today the king of the sport.

Mikey Garcia is technically one of the best fighters in the world. Errol Spence Jr. is a strong, determined fighter who just wants to prove that he’s the best. This fight is a chance for both guys to prove they’re the best in the world.

TOM BROWN, Präsident der TGB Promotions

This is a true blockbuster event, worthy of this incredible press conference live on FOX. These two fighters are not only superstars of the sport, but the winner of this fight will be able to make the claim of being number one pound-for-pound.

FOX and the Dallas Cowboys have given a tremendous amount of support to this event and we anticipate an unforgettable evening on March 16. Mikey Garcia is truly daring to be great against a fighter in Errol Spence Jr. who has established himself as the class of the 147-pound division.

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ABOUT SPENCE VS. GARCIA
Spence vs. Garcia is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event that is headlined by unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. defending his title against four-division world champion Mikey Garcia on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.

The PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard will feature undefeated former super middleweight champion David Benavidez battling veteran contender J’Leon Love, unbeaten former bantamweight champion Luis Nery taking on former champion McJoe Arroyo and fan-favorite Chris Arreola facing unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin.

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About AT&T-Stadion:
AT&T Stadium is one of the largest, most technologically advanced entertainment venues in the world. Designed by HKS and built by Manhattan Construction, die $1.2 billion stadium features two monumental arches, the world’s largest HDTV video board cluster, an expansive retractable roof and the largest retractable end zone doors in the world. Features of the stadium include seating for 80,000 and expandability for up to 100,000, über 300 luxury suites, club seating on multiple levels and the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop, open to the public year round. The stadium is also home to a world-class collection of contemporary art, made up of over 50 pieces from an international array of curated artists displayed on the walls and in the grand public spaces of the venue. In addition to being the Home of the Dallas Cowboys since opening in 2009, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl XLV, die 2010 NBA All Star Game, die 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, die 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship Game and the annual Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic. The venue has also played host to high school and college football, Konzerte, championship fights, international soccer matches, and other special events. Weitere Informationen, gehen Sie zu www.attstadium.com.

MARCOS HERNANDEZ TRAININGSLAGER ZITATE & FOTOS


Einst geschlagenen Kämpfer Hernandez Battles Jeison Rosario in Rematch Samstag, Februar 23 in Premier Boxing Champion auf FS1 & FOX Deportes Aktion von der Armory in Minneapolis, Minnesota Anfang an 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT

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RIVERSIDE, CALIF. (Februar 15, 2019) – Einmal geschlagen Anwärter “Mad Man” Marcos Hernandez sieht seine Siegesserie fortsetzen aus “Die Kämpfer Saison Fünf”, wenn er rematches Jeison Rosario live auf FS1 und FOX Deportes Samstag, Februar 23 von der Armory in Minneapolis und von Premier Boxing Champions vorgestellt.


Coverage auf FS1 und FOX Deportes beginnt bei 10 p.m. UND / 7 p.m. PT und wird von den früheren WBC-Super-Mittelgewichts-Champion Anthony Dirrell gegenüber Avni Yildirim für die vakante WBC-Super-Mittelgewicht-Meisterschaft titelt.

Die 25-jährige aus Fresno, Kalifornien sucht seine Reise zu einem WM-Titel fortzusetzen, wie er vier well-regarded Aussichten in nur fünfzehn Kämpfen geschlagen hat. Hernandez ist derzeit mit Henry Ramirez in Riverside Training, Kalifornien, und freuen uns auf seinen Rückkampf mit Rosario, die ihn zu einem Unentschieden im letzten Februar in Texas gekämpft.

Tickets für die Veranstaltung, die durch Warriors Boxing und TGB Promotions gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und kann auf der Armory erworben werden bei http://ArmoryMN.com/und über Ticketmaster.

Hier ist, was Hernandez hatte über seinen bevorstehenden matchup zu sagen und mehr:

Auf seinem Rückkampf gegen Jeison Rosario:
“Ich kämpfte Jeison Rosario fast vor einem Jahr genau. Ich habe eine Menge Respekt für ihn, weil wir zu einem Unentschieden gekämpft, aber das Wesen sagte, Ich habe das Gefühl bekomme, desto besser von ihm. Dies ist nicht ein Sechs-Runden-Kampf wie unser erstes Spiel, dies ist ein Zehn-Runden-Kampf, und ich weiß, was getan werden muss, meine Karriere mit meiner Leistung in diesem Kampf zu fördern.”

Auf seinem letzten Trainingslager:
“Ich mag die Ausbildung mit Henry Ramirez in Riverside, Kalifornien. Henry ist ein cooler Typ, der eine Menge von Top-Kämpfer trainiert ist und weiß, was es braucht, die Arbeit zu erledigen. In Fresno gab es viele Ablenkungen, so bewegt sich weg von meiner Familie, meine Frau und Kinder, es ist ein Opfer, das ich auf die nächste Ebene gehen machen. Dies ist ein Job, und ich behandle es wie ein Job. Ich tue alles, was möglich ein Anwärter zu sein.”

Auf kämpfen auf diesem PBC Ereignisse auf FS1 und FOX Deportes:
“Ich bin sehr aufgeregt, da dies mein viertes Mal auf FS1. Ich liebe, was Premier Boxing Champion sind für den Boxsport zu tun, Kämpfe zu bringen Netzfernsehen. FS1 hat mir gut, und ich bin begeistert, dass einer meiner größten Gewinne auf FS1 sein wird, so dass jeder kann es sehen.”

Auf seine Ziele für 2019:
“Ich möchte aktiv zu bleiben, aber mein Fokus liegt ausschließlich auf Rosario und dass win bekommen. Meine Hoffnungen sind mit einem Kämpfer mit einem großen Namen zu bekommen. Ich habe eine Menge harter Kämpfer gekämpft, aber nicht viel von großen Namen Kämpfer noch. Ich hoffe, dass ich bis zum Ende dieses Jahres einer dieser Kämpfer kämpfen’ Menschen haben seit Jahren im Fernsehen gesehen.”

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Veteran Contender Andrzej Fonfara Withdraws from Fight Against Edwin Rodriguez Slated for Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX deportiert Samstag, März 9 im Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornien

Hard-Hitting Abel Ramos and Battle-Tested Francisco Santana Step In for All-Action Welterweight Showdown In Co-Feature

WBC-Weltmeister im Weltergewicht Shawn Porter macht den ersten Platz

Title Defense Against Mandatory Challenger Yordenis Ugas In

Main Event – Der Versicherungsschutz beginnt am 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT

CARSON, CALIF. (Februar 14, 2019) – Veteran contender and two-time title challenger Andrzej Fonfara has withdrawn from his match against Edwin Rodriguez that was scheduled to be part of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes on Saturday, März 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Kalifornien.

Stepping in as the replacement co-feature is a 10-round, all-action welterweight showdown between hard-hittingAbel Ramos und kampferprobtenFrancisco “Aktie” Santana. Der Versicherungsschutz beginnt bei 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and is headlined by WBC Welterweight World ChampionShawn Portermaking his first title defense in primetime against mandatory challengerYordenis Ugas.

Tickets for the live event, die von TGB Promotions gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können an AXS.com erworben werden.

The 31-year-old Fonfara announced that he is retiring from boxing, prompting him to withdraw from the fight against Rodriguez on Wednesday.

There is no more enthusiasm and above all no more of the motivation and adrenaline that gave me the desire to go into the ring and compete,” Fonfara said. “Ich bin Gesund. Everything is okay. But I no longer have the heart for boxing.

Ramos (23-3-2, 18 KOs) has put together four technical knockout victories since losing a hard-fought majority decision to welterweight contender Jamal James in front of Jameshometown crowd in Minneapolis on April 13, 2018. The 27-year-old from Casa Grande, Arizona proved against James that he’s a formidable opponent for anyone in the 147-pound division.

Santana (25-6-1, 12 KOs) needs an impressive victory over Ramos to remain a force in the welterweight division. The 31-year-old Santana of Santa Barbara, California is coming off a majority decision over the always-tough Felix Diaz and owns victories over then unbeaten fighters Eddie Gomez and Kendal Mena.

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LEO SANTA CRUZ VS. RAFAEL RIVERA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOS


PBC auf FOX & FOX Deportes Headlined by Featherweight World Champion Leo Santa Cruz Taking on Mexico’s Rafael Rivera This Saturday Night from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles

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LOS ANGELES (Februar 14, 0219) – There was no love lost on Valentine’s Day in Los Angeles as fighters competing on Saturday’s Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes exchanged words and went face-to-face at the final press conference before their respective showdowns this Saturday night at Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live-.

WBA-Weltmeister im Federgewicht Leo Santa Cruz will defend his title against Mexico’s Rafael Rivera in the main event of the show. Der Versicherungsschutz beginnt bei 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will feature an exciting clash between contenders Omar Figueroa undJohn Molina Jr., plus unbeaten prospects Sebastian Fundora und Donnie Marshall going toe-to-toe.

Tickets für die Show, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und kann bei AXS.com erworben werden.

The event also featured an appearance by former world champion and Southern California fan-favorite Fernando Vargas. Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from the Conga Room:

LEO SANTA CRUZ

We were getting ready for Miguel Flores, but in the gym you have to always be ready for any kind of style. We had been already been working with sparring partners who brawl, and that’s what we expect from Rafael Rivera.

I knew immediately that Rivera was a good opponent. He’s young and hungry and that makes him dangerous. He can take punches, so we’re ready for 12 Runde. We’re going to be smart in this fight because we know what Rivera can do.

Seeing my dad going through cancer treatment has been very tough. He motivates me to go to the gym and train hard, because I know if he sees me working hard, it will motivate him as well.

I’m just looking to go out there, give a great fight and help my name continue to grow so that I can fight the best.

I love fighting and training here in Los Angeles. It gives me a chance to be with my family more. When I have them here, it makes me train harder. I do all of this for them and their future.

If I can get this win, we want to unify the belts or make the third fight against Carl Frampton. Wenn nicht, we will go to 130 pounds and seek a title in a new weight class.

RAFAEL RIVERA

I’ve stepped in late before to a big fight. I’m always ready when it comes. Expect a surprise come Saturday night.

I know that I have everything it takes to bring this title back to Tijuana. We’ve trained hard and had these last four weeks to focus in on breaking Leo down.

I’m prepared for anything Leo brings into the ring. Everyone knows he’s very tough and throws a lot of punches, but I believe I am the faster fighter and I can hurt him with counters.

This is the best opportunity I’ve had, going up against a great champion like Leo. I’m ready for fight and a great show for the fans.

Omar Figueroa

Given our styles, there’s no way this is going to go the distance. I think this is going to be an early night and I’m planning on having my hand raised.

The layoff didn’t affect me against Robert Guerrero, so I don’t see why it will affect me now. That’s why I keep my style consistent. The only difference is the character across from me in the ring. This fight will depend on how John wants it to go, because I’m coming to fight.

I’m just looking to get in the ring and take advantage of this opportunity I’ve been given. I’ve made changes that have made my whole game so much easier. It’s a totally different mentality that I have now.

“Trainingslager war groß. I’ve made a lot of changes in my lifestyle and I’m dedicated 100 percent to boxing. Things have never been better.

JOHN MOLINA JR.

“Es ist Zeit zu kämpfen. The hard work is done and the time is now. Talk is cheap. Am Samstagabend, we’ll get down.

I’ve been down this road before. I was never given lofty expectations. There’s no pressure here. I think Omar’s style will accommodate mine and make it a fun fight for the fans.

Whenever I fight, it’s going to be exciting. You can say the same thing about Omar. I’m prepared for any version of Omar. Just like any other fight. I can’t wait until Saturday night to get in there and do what I do best.

I’ve put everything into this camp, like I’m sure my opponent has. That’s what we owe to the fans and it’s going to come to fruition Saturday night.

SEBASTIAN FUNDORA

I expect a good fight. He’s an undefeated fighter and I hope to give the fans a great show and walk away victorious.

We’re totally focused on this fight. I just train and everything else is out of the way. I trained hard and I’m going to do my thing like always.

I’m still growing as a fighter. We’re getting better with every camp and every fight. It’s good that we keep fighting quality opponents, because it helps accelerate that process.

Hopefully we’re going to display a lot more boxing and technique in this fight. I think Marshall is going to come inside and attack the body. I think if I’m able to stop him, it will be from the boxing skills that I show.

DONNIE MARSHALL

I’m ready to dominate the fight like I always do. That’s the only thing on my mind. I don’t care about his height, record or anything else. I’m coming to dominate.

I’ve never been concerned with the height of Fundora. We sparred with some good strong southpaws in Florida including Yamaguchi Falcao. Then we went to Las Vegas for the second half of training camp and worked with some top prospects. I’m more than prepared for anything.

Every fight is a make or break fight. I’ve trained against top fighters and been all around the country in different gyms. I’ve only been pro two and a half years. Ich bin eine junge 30. I’m going to announce myself on Saturday in a big way.

Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzender und CEO von Ringstar Sports

This weekend is another example why Los Angeles is such a great fight town. We’re going to have a fantastic crowd at Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live on Saturday night. I think that speaks to the strength of this city as a boxing town, and the strength of this card. This is top to bottom one of the best cards I can remember here in Los Angeles.

The tripleheader on FOX and FOX Deportes has three fights that want to steal the night. We will see which fight and which fighter everyone will be talking about after Saturday. There are definitely some fights on this card that have ‘Fight of the Yearwritten all over them.

We are committed to continuing to bring the best and biggest fights to the fans here in Los Angeles, because Los Angeles is the fight capital of the world again.

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ABOUT SANTA CRUZ VS. RIVERA
Leo Santa Cruz vs. Rafael Rivera is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event that will see featherweight world champion Leo Santa Cruz take on Mexico’s Rafael Rivera in the main event Saturday, Februar 16 von Microsoft Theatre in L.A. Live in Los Angeles.

Fernsehen Schutz beginnt jeweils mit 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten former champion Omar Figueroa schonungs kämpfen John Molina Jr.. and a matchup between unbeaten prospects Sebastien Fundora und Donnie Marshall. Rising prospect and 2016 U.S.. Olympier Karlos Balderas will compete in a swing bout that will air live if time permits.

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Unbeaten Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. Battles Undefeated Four-Division World Champion Mikey Garcia In Historic Showdown On First Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event


Samstag, März 16 Von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas

Tickets jetzt im Verkauf unter SeatGeek.com

Blockbuster Event to Feature Unbeaten Former 168-Pound Champion David Benavidez, Undefeated Former Bantamweight Champion Luis Nery & Fan Favorite Chris Arreola In Separate Bouts on Four-Fight Pay-Per-View Card



ARLINGTON, TX. (Februar 14, 2019) – Unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. defends his title against undefeated four-division champion Mikey Garcia in a highly anticipated and historic showdown for pound-for-pound supremacy that headlines a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.

The four-fight pay-per-view card will also see unbeaten former super middleweight world champion David Benavidez taking on veteran contender J'Leon Liebes in einem 10-Runden Showdown, undefeated former 118-pound champion Luis Nery Kampf gegen Ex-Champion McJoe Arroyo in a 10-round attraction and fan-favorite Chris “The Nightmare” Arreola facing unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin for 10-rounds of action.

Tickets for this showdown, die von TGB Promotions und Ringstar Sport gefördert wird, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und können erworben werden bei SeatGeek.com, der offizielle Ticketing-Anbieter von AT&T-Stadion.

Spence and Garcia will go face-to-face on Saturday, Februar 16 at a press conference in Los Angeles that will air live on FOX from the Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles beginning at 4:30 p.m. UND / 1:30 p.m. PT. The press conference is open to ticket holders for the Leo Santa Cruz vs. Rafael Rivera featherweight championship fight.

Am Dienstag, Februar 19, Spence and Garcia will square off at a press conference from
AT&T Stadium where they will finally go toe-to-toe on March 16.

Garcia is stepping up two weight classes from his last fight to challenge Spence for the welterweight title in Spence’s backyard, not far from the Dallas suburb of DeSoto where Spence grew up a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan. Garcia will be fighting in Texas for the ninth time as a pro and figures to be buoyed by the large contingent of Mexican and Mexican-American fans that will be in attendance.

His task has historical parallels to the paths taken by great fighters like Shane Mosley, Juan Manuel Marquez and Manny Pacquiao, who all moved up multiple weight classes to challenge all-time great welterweights. Mosley and Pacquiao were both successful in moving up from lightweight to defeat Oscar De La Hoya, while Marquez’s rise to welterweight was halted in a decision loss to Floyd Mayweather.

Spence is a power-punching welterweight who has stopped his last 11 opponents heading into this intriguing matchup against the brilliant tactician that Garcia has established himself as. With a clash of two superb boxers in the prime of their careers and squarely in the top-five of the mythical pound-for-pound rankings, the winner can stake a claim as the best boxer in the sport today.

“Errol Spence Jr. vs. Mikey Garcia is a matchup of two highly-skilled and accomplished fighters in a true blockbuster showdown,” sagte Tom Brown, Präsident der TGB Promotions. “Fans will get to see the hometown hero Spence against the Mexican-American superstar Garcia with huge contingents of fans uplifting them to put on a performance to match the moment. Combined with a jam-packed pay-per-view undercard of action fights, this has all the makings of a once-in-a-lifetime event.

“Spence vs. Garcia is an event that transcends boxing and is a coronation that will crown the new ‘King of Boxing,'” sagte Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzender und CEO von Ringstar Sports. “In addition to the main event, fight fans will be treated to a spectacular night of boxing featuring three of the most exciting Mexican fighters in the sport in David Benavidez, Luis Nery and Chris Arreola. This is exactly what a pay-per-view card is and should be all about: entertainment and non-stop action from the first bell to the last!”

We are proud to host a boxing match of this magnitude with Errol Spence Jr. and Mikey Garcia,” said Dallas Cowboys Owner, President and General Manager Jerry Jones. “AT&T Stadium was built to house the greatest sporting events on the planet, and we feel we have another incredible boxing event on the horizon with this matchup in our building on March 16.

Spence (24-0, 21 KOs) is no stranger to big stadium events as he won the IBF title by traveling to England to take on then-champion Kell Brook at Bramhall Lane soccer stadium on May 27, 2017. In front of a raucous crowd of over 27,000 loyal Brook supporters, the 28-year-old Spence stopped Brook in round 11 to wrest away the title.

This will be Spence’s third defense of the title. After beating Brook, he successfully defended it with an eighth-round stoppage of two-division champion Lamont Peterson and then knocked out mandatory challenger Carlos Ocampo in the first round in his last fight at Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, near his hometown of Desoto, Texas on June 16. Spence turned pro shortly after representing the U.S. am 2012 London Olympics with much promise and rose to the championship ranks with wins over former champion Chris Algieri and veteran contenders Leonard Bundu, Alejandro Barrera and Chris van Heerden.

I can’t wait for March 16th. It doesn’t get bigger than this,” said Spence. “Fighting at AT&T Stadium in my hometown is a dream come true. If I beat Mikey Garcia the way I plan on beating him, I will be the guy in the sport. This is my year and Mikey isn’t going to stop me. I am training like this is the biggest fight of my life and I want to put on a great show for the fans and win convincingly.

Garcia (39-0, 30 KOs) is striving to put together a legendary career and is aggressively pursuing that goal. He has won world championships at featherweight, Junior Leichtgewicht, lightweight and junior welterweight. He now eyes a welterweight title against the consensus class of the division in Spence. Fighting out of Moreno Valley, Kalifornien, Garcia unified the IBF and WBC Lightweight World Championships in his last bout by scoring unanimous decision victory over Robert Easter, Jr. Juli 28.

The 31-year-old first reached the championship ranks by blitzing through the featherweight and junior lightweight division, defeating Orlando Salido, Juan Manuel Lopez, Roman Martinez and Juan Carlos Burgos to establish himself as a star in the sport. Garcia has been on a fast track since ending a nearly 2-1/2-year hiatus with a knockout victory over Elios Rojas in 2016. After the victory over Rojas, Garcia scored a KO victory over Dejan Zlaticanin for the WBC lightweight championship in January 2017, before defeating four-division champion Adrien Broner in July and then captured a title at 140-pounds by dropping and defeating Sergey Lipinets last March.

In my career I’ve always sought to fight the best in boxing and this fight against Errol Spence Jr. is just that,” , sagte Garcia. “I want to be known as one of the all-time greats and what better way to do that than to win a welterweight title and become a five-division world champion. I have a tremendous amount of respect for Errol and what he’s accomplished, but I fully expect to leave the ring at AT&T Stadium with the welterweight world title. This is a match that I’ve been looking forward to for a long time and I plan on giving the fans a performance they’ll never forget.

The 22-year-old Benavidez (20-0, 17 KOs) became the youngest fighter to ever win a super middleweight title in 2017 when he defeated Ronald Gavril at just 20-years-old. Die Bekämpfung von Phoenix, Benavidez’s older brother Jose is also a pro fighter who challenged Terrence Crawford last year. Benavidez most recently won a rematch against Gavril last February, and as WBCChampion in Recesshe will look to reclaim his belt against the winner of the Anthony Dirrell vs. Avni Yildirim bout for the vacant title on February 23.

Born in Detroit but fighting out of Las Vegas, Die Liebe (24-2-1, 13 KOs) has long been amongst the top contenders at super middleweight and most recently lost a decision to Peter Quillin in August. The 31-year-old had been previously unbeaten in seven bouts heading into the contest against Quillin.

Currently riding a nine-fight knockout streak, Nery (28-0, 24 KOs) will look to get one step closer to a fight to regain a bantamweight title when he steps into the ring March 16. The 24-year-old from Tijuana, Mexico twice traveled to Japan and stopped Shinsuke Yamanaka in WBC title fights. In 2018 he stopped Jason Canoy and Renson Robles heading into his U.S. debut against Arroyo.

A 2008 Olympian for his home country of Puerto Rico, Arroyo (18-2. 8 KOs) captured a 115-pound championship with a technical decision over Arthur Villanueva in their 2015 clash. After dropping decisions against Rau’shee Warren and Jerwin Ancajas, the 33-year-old most recently defeated Sander Diaz last June.

An exciting brawler inside the ring, Arreola (37-5-1, 32 KOs) is well-known for challenging the best heavyweights in the sport throughout his career, and for becoming a popular attraction in and around his native Los Angeles for his fighting style and persona. The 37-year-old faced the likes of Vitali Klitschko, Tomasz Adamek, and Bermane Stiverne, before challenging Deontay Wilder for his title in 2016. After a brief retirement, Arreola returned to stop Maurenzo Smith last December.

Unbeaten and fighting out of Louisville, Augustin (17-0-1, 12 KOs) will face his toughest and most experienced test to date in Arreola. Geboren in Haiti, Augustin turned pro in 2014 and has steadily climbed up the heavyweight rankings.

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About AT&T-Stadion:
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