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Former World Champions Victor Ortiz & Devon Alexander Fight to Majority Draw in Action Packed Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Saturday Night from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas

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Unbeaten Caleb Plant Dominates Rogelio Medina on His Way to Unanimous Decision in Super Middleweight World Title Eliminator
&
2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas Scores Unanimous Decision
Over Jorge Rojas
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STEP, TX. (Februar 17, 2018) – Tidligere verdensmestre Victor Ortiz (32-6-3, 25 KOS) og Devon Alexander (27-4-1, 14 KOS) fought to majority draw in the exciting main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Lørdag night from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas.
Both fighters believed they had done enough over the 12 rounds to earn the decision.
“I absolutely thought I won the fight,” sagde Alexander. “The last few rounds I probably gave him, but I thought I out landed him in the 12th. I thought I did enough to win. I gave him three rounds.”
“I thought the decision was a little off and I thought I did enough to win,” Said Ortiz. “The first few rounds were a little complicated. He’s a great boxer and he was timing me just right. I wasn’t leaving the line of fire.”
The fight turned out to be a back-and-forth affair, with Alexander dominating much of the early action. Alexander frequently caught Ortiz charging in with right hands and combinations. The attacks opened up swelling in Victor’s left eye beginning in round three.
“The eye was tough to overcome,” Said Ortiz. “I can’t really see out of it. I really had to listen to my corner. I tried to stay composed as I could, but he’s a really good fighter.”
“My game plan was to be smart,” sagde Alexander. “Victor always has problems with people that are faster and have more ring IQ. I wanted to put him in the state of mind that he can’t win.”
Alexander won five of the first six rounds on two judges’ scorecards and all six on the other’s. Ortiz began to have more success in the second half as Alexander’s output slowed slightly and Ortiz remained persistent charging forward. This effort allowed him to win five of the final six rounds on two judges’ cards and all six of the final frames on the third judge’s card.
Efter 12 runder, the judges scored the bout 115-113 for Ortiz and 114-114 to gange, resulting in the majority draw. Efter kampen, both former champions expressed interest in a possible rematch.
“I would love a rematch,” sagde Alexander. “That’s up to my team to see what’s next, but I’ll fight anybody. I’m a real fighter.”
“A rematch would be awesome,” Said Ortiz. “If both teams agree and the fans want it, let’s make it happen.”
The co-main event of the telecast saw unbeaten Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (17-0, 10 KOS) score a unanimous decision victory over former title challenger Rogelio “Porky” Medina (38-9, 32 KOS) in their IBF Super Middleweight world title eliminator.

“It was a tough fight tonight against a tough competitor who puts everything on the line,” nævnte plante. “I’m happy we got the job done tonight.”
Plant established his style early, landing several flush jabs in round one to control the distance. The Nashville-born fighter showed the superior footwork from the outset that would lead him to the victory.
“I stuck to the game plan and I did exactly what I said I was going to do,” nævnte plante. “I boxed his ears off for 12 rounds.”
“He never had me hurt, but I found his style very difficult,” said Medina. “He moves a lot and he’s pretty quick, so that was tough to deal with.”
While Plant has now become the number two rated contender in the IBF 168-pound rankings, Medina was not eligible to achieve that ranking due to missing weight Fredag.
“I think I felt the struggle to make weight a little bit,” said Medina. “I was a little tired in the later rounds and it probably was due to the drain to make weight. But it is what it is.”
Plant was able to mix in lead left hooks and straight right hands to continue to damage Medina throughout the action. The consistent jabs caused blood to begin pouring out of the nose of Medina beginning in round three.
While Medina continued to fight hard and occasionally land single clean punches on Plant, he was unable to follow-up with much effective offense and never was able to hurt his opponent.
Efter 12 handlingsrunder, the judges scored the fight 120-108, 119-109 og 117-11, all in favor of Plant.
“Jeg ønsker (IBF 168-pound champion) Caleb Truax,” nævnte plante. “He was calling me out when I was 12-0. I’m on the doorstep knocking now, let’s see if he still wants it. He can either ship me the IBF belt to my doorstep, or I’ll come take it off his waist.”
Additional televised action saw 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas (4-0, 3 KOS) remain undefeated as he cruised to a unanimous decision over Jorge Rojas (4-3-1, 2 KOS) in their lightweight bout.
The four-round bout was not only the first time Balderas had gone the distance as a pro, but the first time an opponent made it through more than one round against him. Balderas staggered Rojas early in round one with a counter left hook, but Rojas was able to survive the round and the subsequent stanzas.
“I felt good in there,” said Balderas. “I need to learn to relax a little bit more in the ring. I hurt him in the first round and I could have finished him quickly. My corner reminded me to slow down, but I was still throwing everything with power. I’m going to keep working on my composure in the gym. I can’t kill everyone in the first round.”
After four rounds of action all three judges scored the fight in favor of the Santa Maria, California-native Balderas by the score of 40-36.
“I’m going to keep picking up my opposition this year,” said Balderas. “Rojas had a really good chin. I’m going to stay in great shape so I’m ready whenever the call comes. I’m going to keep working and aiming for that world title shot down the road.”
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Victor Ortiz vs. Devon Alexander & Caleb Plant vs. Rogelio Medina sidste pressekonference citater & Billeder

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Ortiz vs. Alexander & Plant vs. Medina Featured in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Action Saturday, Februar 17 Live from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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STEP, TX. (Februar 15, 2018) – Tidligere verdensmestre Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander went face to face Thursday two days before they enter the ring for their Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes main event showdown this Lørdag, Februar 17 fra Don Haskins Center på utep campus i El Paso, Texas.
Also in attendance at Thursday’s press conference were undefeated contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant og Rogelio “Porky” Medina, who battle in a super middleweight world title eliminator. Tv dækning begynder ved 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT and also features 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas kæmper Jorge Rojas.
IBF Female Featherweight World Champion Jennifer Han was also at Thursday’s press conference in her hometown, as she prepares to take on top contender Lizbeth Crespo in a world title defense.
Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from Don Haskins Center
VICTOR ORTIZ
“We’re ready to go once again. I’m here for what’s mine, and that’s a victory. Alexander is a nice fighter and I’m sure it’ll be a war.
“The victory is the only thing on my mind. I’m here to defeat Devon Alexander. I just need to trust my training and I know it’ll give the result I want.
“I’m definitely looking for the knockout. I want to put on a great performance for these fans. They’ve supported me throughout this promotion and I owe them something memorable.
“Devon and I have known each other for a long time, but that all goes out the window on fight night. It’s going to be a brawl. We’re going to do what we have to do to get this win and move on to the next step of my career.”
DEVON ALEXANDER
“No one wants to hear me say what I’m going to do. People want to see me beat Victor Ortiz. Nothing else matters. I’m prepared to come in and win this fight. I’m going to win and get back to the top.
“I’m so blessed to be in this position. I’ve had ups and downs in my life and career, but it’s all been leading to this moment and this part of my career. I’ve got something special coming for the fans.
“I’m really excited to be fighting in El Paso. This is clearly a fight town and I can’t wait to give them a great show på lørdag.
“This fight is so important to me. I know how important it is to Victor too. We both need these wins to get to where we want to be in the future. Only one of us can move on, and It’s going to be me.”
CALEB PLANT
“This has been the best camp of my life. Everyone always says that, but this has truly been the best one I’ve ever had. I have a great team that I’m very lucky to have.
“It’ll come down to who has the will to win. There’s a stigma that people on the ‘A side’ haven’t been through trials and tribulations. But I’ve been through more than anyone can imagine.
“I’m not playing around. This is no joke to me. This is all I’ve ever had. When I was a kid with no heat and the lights were off, boxing was all I had. Lørdag night I’m getting my hand raised and I’ll be one step closer to a world title.
“Lørdag night is going to be fireworks. There’s no secrets what’s going to happen when I fight ‘Porky’ Medina. He’s coming to break me down, and I’m coming to box.”
ROGELIO MEDINA
“I am honored to be a part of this card and compete in a big fight like this in a fight city like El Paso. I’m looking forward to putting on a great show for the fans.
“I’m determined to get this win. Caleb Plant is a good fighter, but he’s never fought anyone as tough as me. I don’t think he’s going to be ready for my pressure.
“I’m always going to come forward and look for the knockout. That’s what we train for and that’s the only thing on my mind. I have to go right through Caleb Plant to earn another world title shot.”
JENNIFER HAN
“I want to thank El Paso for always being there to support me. I couldn’t do what I do without all the fans.
“I’m truly blessed to have the help and support of me team. We work hard together and we win together.
“I’m thankful to Lizbeth Crespo for coming to El Paso. I’ve had problems in the past getting opponents here who are ready. She looks ready to go and we’re going to put on a great show.
“This is such a talented card full of world class fighters. If the fans show up, we’re going to keep having big events like this in El Paso.”
LIZBETH CRESPO
“I am thrilled to be here. It’s an honor to be fighting Jennifer Han. She’s the queen of El Paso and I’m excited to fight her in her backyard.
“I’m focus and determined to win this fight. I’ve had a wonderful training camp and I’m looking forward to taking home the victory for Argentina.”
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Victor Ortiz vs. Devon Alexander & Caleb Plant vs. Rogelio Medina El Paso Media Workout Quotes & Billeder

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Ortiz vs. Alexander & Plant vs. Medina Featured in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Action Saturday, Februar 17 Live from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas
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STEP, TX. (Februar 14, 2018) – Tidligere weltervægt verdensmestre Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander showed off their skills at a media workout in El Paso Wednesday, som de forbereder sig til deres Lørdag, Februar 17 showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes action from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas.
Also in attendance at Wednesday’s workout were undefeated contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant og Rogelio “Porky” Medina, who battle in a super middleweight world title eliminator. Tv dækning begynder ved 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT and also features 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas kæmper Jorge Rojas.
Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from the Wolves Den Boxing Gym:
VICTOR ORTIZ
“I had a great training camp. I just made sure to listen to my coach every day and grind every day with my team. You really have to grind when people say this is your ‘last chance,’ because I’m not ready for that.
“Every fight shows a lot. Every time I step into the ring it’s a new challenge. I haven’t had any shortcuts throughout my career. I’ve never treated a fight like an easy fight.
“Life tends to take you certain places and right now I’m where I’m supposed to be. I’m 31-years-old and I believe I’m going to be able to accomplish all my goals in this sport.
“Devon Alexander is a very fast boxer who was a champion for a reason. We’ve prepared for him in each and every way possible. We’ve worked hard to be in the best condition possible. I won’t step out of the ring without that victory.
“I’ve done what I have to do to prepare for Devon Alexander. I have speed and power and that’s a scary combination for any welterweight.
“I’m thankful for the support of El Paso and I’m proud to be fighting in the main event på lørdag. We’re here to perform for everybody and have a great time.”
DEVON ALEXANDER
“I feel great right now. It’s been a tremendous training camp and I’m ready to go. I’m happy to be in El Paso to do something I love to do. Boxing is what I was born to do and I’m just ready for Lørdag.
“Victor Ortiz is a good fighter. We’ve known each other for a long time. We used to fight in a lot of the same amateur tournaments. We go back a long way but this is business. We’re not friends in the ring. We’re not playing games.
“Denne kamp er meget vigtigt for mig. This can catapult me back to title contention. If this doesn’t go my way, it’s very bad for my career. If I pull out the win, it could lead to tremendous opportunities for me. This is a do-or-die fight.
“I’ve added more power in this camp. But we’ve pretty much kept it typical with that emphasis on really looking good on fight night. It’s just been an all-around good camp. Victor Ortiz can’t bring something that we haven’t seen before.”
CALEB PLANT
“Jeg er klar til denne kamp. A lot of boxers say they had their best camp heading into a big fight, but I truly have never had a camp this good. From sparring to conditioning, mentalt og åndeligt, I’m on point.
“Medina is a tough competitor. He puts it all on the line and he doesn’t quit. We’ve had problems in the past getting people to quit, but I feel we’ve figured out how to take me to that next level and get these guys out of there.
“This is a great USA vs. Mexico showdown. I’m coming to put on a show for all the fans here and watching on television.
“Everyone has a plan until they miss their first 40 punches. We both have plans, but all that matters is if you can translate that into the ring. stilistisk, I don’t think he’s fought anyone like me. It’s exciting because everyone knows what both of us are coming to do. It’s the bull versus the matador.”
ROGELIO MEDINA
“The fact that I’ve been sparring with David Benavidez in camp and have Alex Ariza around has me feeling very confident. I’m in great shape and will be ready for a great performance on fight night.
“I know that Plant likes to run and stay on the outside. Once he feels my power, I know he’s going to run even more. I’ve been making sure I’m in proper condition to chase him, cut the ring off and apply pressure.
“Everyone knows I like to fight coming forward. I’m fully confident in my abilities to get this win and earn another shot at the world title.”
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Premier Boxing Champions Presents a Bounty of Boxing With a Blockbuster Doubleheader Broadcast on Separate Networks From Two Sites Featuring Sensational Fights in The 147 & 168 Pound Divisions on Saturday, Februar 17

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Action Kicks Off With Victor Ortiz vs Devon Alexander In Primetime On FOX & FOX Deportes fra Don Haskins Center i El Paso, Texas at 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT
The Nightcap Features a Thrilling Clash Between Former Champions Danny Garcia and Brandon Rios Plus Exciting Champion David Benavidez Battling Ronald Gavril In A Rematch in Las Vegas on SHOWTIME 10 p.m. OG/7 p.m. PT
LAS VEGAS (Februar. 14, 2018) – Fans can enjoy a six-fight boxing feast denne lørdag as Premier Boxing Champions presents two shows on separate networks from two locations, showcasing matches in the welterweight and super middleweight divisions – two of the hottest divisions in the sport – februar 17.
The evening will kick off with former welterweight world championsVictor Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KOS) og Devon Alexander (27-4, 14 KOS) in a true crossroads battle live in primetime in the main event on FOX and FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas starting at 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT.
Also in televised action on the show, Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (16-0, 10 KOS) will clash with Rogelio “Porky” Medina (38-8, 32 KOS) in a 12-round IBF super middleweight title elimination bout and sensational 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas (3-0, 3 KOS), a first generation Mexican-American, vil tage på Jorge Rojas (4-2-1, 2 KOS) i en let kamp.
Following that will be a spectacular tripleheader live on SHOWTIME that will be headlined by former two-division champion Danny Garcia (33-1, 19 KOS) kæmper tidligere verdensmester Brandon “Bam Bam” Rios (34-3-1, 25 KOS). In televised undercard attractions, 168-pound champion David Benavidez (19-0, 17 KOS) will defend his title against Ronald Gavril (18-2, 14 KOS) in a rematch and Yordenis Ugás (20-3, 9 KOS) tager på Ray Robinson (24-2, 12 KOS) in an IBF 147-pound title elimination bout.
“Boxing fans are in for a real treat on Februar 17 as six exciting bouts will unfold in two shows on two separate networks. There are no NFL games, no NBA games and no MLB games. So get ready to binge watch boxing all night,” said Tim Smith, Vice President of Communications for Haymon Boxing. “These shows include something for every boxing fans – crossroads battles, championship clashes, contenders climbing the ladder to titles and a sensational prospect embarking on a brilliant career. It should be a fun night for the fans.”
Both shows hold significance in the 147-pound and 168-pound divisions. Garcia, Alexander and Ortiz are all seeking to return to the welterweight championship ranks and Rios wants to stay in contention for his first welterweight crown. The 21-year-old Benavidez, the youngest current world champion, looks to be spectacular in the rematch with Gavril and continue on his ultimate goal of unifying the titles at 168 pounds, while Plant, Medina and Gavril are seeking to get to where he is now.
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Sensational 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas Battles Jorge Rojas Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions On FOX & FOX Deportes fra Don Haskins Center i El Paso, Texas in Primetime on Saturday, Februar 17 på 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT

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Former Champions Victor Ortiz & Devon Alexander Clash
In Headlining Welterweight Showdown & Undefeated
Contender Caleb Plant Meets Rogelio “Porky” Medina In IBF
Super Middleweight Title Elimination in Co-Feature
STEP, TX. (Februar 8, 2018) – Meget kapret 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas vil kæmpe Jorge Rojas in a six-round matchup live in primetime on Saturday, Februar 17 in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes action from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas with television covered starting at 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT.
Balderas vs. Rojas will be featured on fight night coverage, which is headlined by a 12-round duel between former welterweight world champions Victor Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KOS) og Devon Alexander (27-4, 14 KOS) in the main event and an a 12-round IBF super middleweight title elimination bout between undefeated contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (16-0, 10 KOS) og Rogelio “Porky” Medina (38-8, 32 KOS) i co-feature.
Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
“It’s just speaks to who Karlos is that he has a televised spot on national TV,” said Richard Schaefer, Chairman and CEO of Ringstar Sports, Balderas’ promotor. “He’s one of those once in a generation talents that combines power, style and grace. From his ring walk and how easily he dispatches opponents you can see this young man has star written all over him. Det har han “det” factor. He engages people and gets them all fired up. He has an amazing aura. He’s fun to watch and engaging. I’m expecting a great performance from him.”
The 21-year-old Balderas (3-0, 3 KOS), a first-generation Mexican-American, competed on the U.S. Olympic boxing team in the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brasilien. Balderas of Santa Maria, California turned pro last year and fought three times in 2017. He scored a knockout victory over Carlos Flores in his last fight on December. 15.
“I’m very happy to be fighting on this card on FOX and FOX Deportes in primetime,” said Balderas. “It means more people can see that I’m here and I’m ready and I’m in great shape. We’ve been doing a bunch of different things in my training camp, like biking and swimming that I know will help me. My first three fights have finished very fast, so people haven’t seen my true speed and power. I have an explosiveness that I’d like to showcase more. I’ll look to show more of my speed and my boxing skill in this fight. I need more rounds and experience to progress. I want to box and move more, use my feet more in this fight. I’d like to do that, but we’ll see what happens.”
Rojas (4-2-1, 2 KOS) fought four times last year and is coming off a loss to Cesar Soriano in his last fight on Oktober. 17. The 27-year-old Rojas of Puebla, Mexico will be fighting in the U.S. for første gang i sin karriere.
“I’ve been given a great opportunity,” said Rojas. Jeg har tænkt mig at gå derude, fight my heart out and try to do my best. Let the best man win. I’m going to do everything I can to represent my team and my city of Cholula. I’ve been training really hard to make the most of this chance. This is really big for me and I want to leave a good impression on the fans, no matter the result.”
Also featured on this exciting night of fights is former 154-pound champion Austin Trout (30-4, 17 KOS), der tager på Juan De Angel (20-7-1, 18 KOS) in a junior middleweight affair, former title challenger Thomas Williams Jr. (20-3, 14 KOS), der kæmper Humberto Velazco Torres (18-1-1, 12 KOS) i en 10-round super mellemvægt Bout, Mark Anthony Hernandez(11-1, 3 KOS), der tager på Jeison Rosario (14-1, 11 KOS) in an eight-round middleweight fight and 154-pound contender Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KOS), who enters the ring looking to pick up a victory on his way to a second world title shot.
Rounding out the action is IBF Female Featherweight World Champion Jennifer Han (16-3-1, 1 KO), who fights out of El Paso and will defend her title against Bolivia’s Lizbeth Crespo (11-3, 3 KOS), plus Argentina’s Jonathan Pachado (1-0, 1 KO) mod Josh Ross (3-6-4) in a four-round lightweight fight, ubesejret Wesley Diana (1-0, 1 KO) in four rounds of lightweight action and Karlos’ brother Jose Balderas (2-0) in a four round bantamweight affair.
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Caleb Plant Las Vegas Media Workout Quotes & Billeder

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Undefeated Contender Plant Battles Rogelio Medina in Super Middleweight World Title Eliminator Saturday, Februar 17 i Primetime på Premier Boxing Champions på FOX & FOX Deportes fra Don Haskins Center i El Paso, Texas
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LAS VEGAS (Februar 7, 2018) – Ubesejret supermellemvægtsudfordrer Caleb “Sweethands” Plant hosted a media workout in Las Vegas Onsdag as he prepares for his world title eliminator showdown against Rogelio “Porky” Medina Lørdag, Februar 17 as part of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center on the UTEP campus in El Paso, Texas.
Tv dækning begynder ved 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT and is headlined by a 12-round duel between former welterweight world champions Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander. Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Here is what Plant had to say Torsdag from City Boxing Gym in Las Vegas:
CALEB PLANT
“Medina is a rough, tough competitor who comes to win every time. He puts it all on the line, so I expect it to be a great fight. He’s going to fight to the very end so I have to be ready.
“Træningslejr har været fremragende. A lot of fighters say this, but this truly has been my best camp. My sparring and my strength training has been on point. My weight is on point and I’m ready to put it all together on February 17.
“My team has done a great job putting me in a position to be at my best on fight night. We’re going to keep working so that everything finishes with me putting on a great performance in El Paso.
“It’s great to be fighting in primetime on FOX and FOX Deportes. I know I’ll have a lot of eyes on me but I’m not going to let it affect what I do. I’m going to stay under control and execute the game plan we worked on.
“Caleb Truax just won the IBF title and after this fight I’ll be number two in that division. That’s definitely a fight that we want and will look to make happen after this one. David Benavidez is the fight I would want first after I win the IBF title.
“This is going to be a fun USA vs. Mexico fight and I’m looking to represent for my country. I think the competitiveness will be extremely high on fight night.
“I’m thankful to everyone who has supported me and I’m going to keep giving them great performances on Februar 17.”
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Victor Ortiz vs. Devon Alexander El Paso, Texas Press Conference Quotes & Billeder

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STEP, TX. (Januar 10, 2018) – Tidligere weltervægt verdensmestre “Vicious” Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander “Den store” went face-to-face for the first time Wednesday at a press conference in El Paso, Texas to discuss their showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Lørdag, Februar. 17 fra Don Haskins Center på utep campus i El Paso.
Tv dækning begynder ved 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten contender Caleb “Sweethands” Plant kæmper Rogelio “Porky” Medina i en 12-runde 168-pund verden titel eliminator.
Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, er prissat til $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 og vil gå på salg Fredag. Billetter kan købes via Ticketmaster.
Also in attendance at Thursday’s press conference was former world champion Austin “No Doubt” Ørred and women’s featherweight world champion Jennifer Han from El Paso, who will both compete in undercard attractions on Februar. 17.
Here is what the participants had to say Wednesday from the Wyndham El Paso Hotel:
VICTOR ORTIZ
“We’re warriors up here. Devon is not going to like me much come Februar 17 and I know I won’t like him much. This is business, because I’m here for the victory.
“I’ve been counted out many times in this sport. I’m not going to take any shortcuts in training, I’m just going to keep listening to what my coach wants me to do so I can be at my best.
“Being on this stage is very significant for me. Thankfully I have people who don’t stop believing in me. I’ve seen both sides and been in the middle. At this point, the only place I’m focused on going is up. It’s all in front of me.
“We have mutual respect for each other. He’s a tremendous fighter just like me. Everyone knows it will be two warriors stepping into the ring on Februar 17. We’re going to go all out. I’m going for a victory just like him.
“I’m going to keep coming forward until my hand is raised in victory. One day I will be the champion again and it starts Februar 17 in El Paso.”
DEVON ALEXANDER
“Both of us are very good, skillful boxers and that should make for a great matchup. Everyone knows we both come to fight and have been world champions so it’s going to be exciting on fight night.
“This is going to be an excellent fight. I’ve known Victor for a long time, but this is going to be business on Februar 17. I think I’m the best fighter in the world, and I have to go prove that.
“Boxing is what I love to do. This is what I was born to do. I’m so thankful to my coach, Kevin Cunningham, for sticking by me these last few years and helping get me back to this point.
“I’m excited about this fight and I know Victor is too. The fans in Texas are always fantastic and they should expect an action packed night. It’s an awesome feeling to be able to showcase my talent. This is what I’ve been working hard for.
“I’m an all-around good fighter and I think my speed and quickness will be the difference. No one can hit me when I’m at the top of my game.
“I don’t see this one going the distance. We’re both very hungry. We know that a loss puts us at the back of the line and neither of us can afford that.
“I’m really thankful to El Paso for hosting this fight. It’s going to be a great night and I’m happy to be the main event. Everyone should come out for a great show. It’s going to be lots of fire and fury. Victor and I are really coming to fight.”
AUSTIN TROUT
“I’m looking forward to fighting close to home. Many of you know I was born here in El Paso and grew up right across the road in Las Cruces, New Mexico. To be here again is surreal and it’s even more special being on a great card like this.
“This is where it all started for me. I’m going back to the roots of where I won a championship. It feels good to bring everything full circle. I’m blessed to be a part of this event.
“I’m really proud to be part of this card and this great night of boxing. I can’t wait to fight next to “The El Paso Sweetheart” Jennifer Han. I’ll be the “Las Cruces Tough Guy” on fight night and give everyone a great show.”
JENNIFER HAN
“I’m so excited to be part of this card. There is so much talent and it’s going to be an amazing show. We’re going to make El Paso extremely proud on Februar 17.
“I’ve been training very hard to fight my mandatory. She’s coming from Argentina to take my title so I need everyone to come out and support me on fight night.
“I’m a professional fighter and I love what I do. This is what I was born to do. I’m so excited to do this in front of my friends and my family and peers. Without the support of the El Paso community, Jeg ville ikke være her.
“Women’s boxing is growing and growing and I’m proud to be a part of it. Come out and support us and we won’t let you down. It’s going to be a great show.”
JOSEPH JANIK, Ortiz’s Trainer
“I know that there is a great boxing community here in El Paso. Boxing is a part of the culture here and we’re glad to be a part of it.
“One of these fighters is about to take a big step forward in their career, but it doesn’t happen without a win on Februar 17. We’ve been in camp training hard and Victor will be ready.
“Victor is never in a bad fight and I expect this will be another great one. We have some new things coming and Victor is going to show you something you’ve never seen before. We plan on being victorious on Februar 17.”
KEVIN CUNNINGHAM, Alexander’s Trainer
“This is definitely a crossroads fight for both guys. We’ve known Victor since he was like nine-years-old, fighting in the same region as him. This is business, because this is a crossroads fight for both guys in their careers and their lives.
“The winner of this fight will go on to bigger and better things and the loser has to get back at the end of the line. That’s not the plan for Devon, and Victor is in the way right now. Devon is going to be well prepared and I expect it will be an action packed fight.”
TOM BROWN, Formand for TGB Promotions
“It’s great to be back in El Paso with a big fight like this. It is truly a great fight town. I’m really looking forward to this card and I think the fans here are going to love it.
“Our main event is a true crossroads fight. Victor Ortiz and Devon Alexander are battle-tested in one of the toughest and deepest divisions in boxing. The winner of this fight will be back on the path to a world title.
“Victor Ortiz brings an exciting, aggressive style and he always comes to fight. That’s why he’s one of the most entertaining fighters in the sport today. Devon Alexander has overcome some health issues and is back in the ring with one thing on his mind, to regain a world title.”
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USA vs. Mexico i PrimeTime Dueller på Fox!

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“Vicious” Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander “Den store” Clash i Slaget ved tidligere Welterweight verdensmestre
Mere! Undefeated Contender Caleb Plant dueller Rogelio “Porky” Medina i Super Mellemvægt Showdown i Co-funktion
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Live in Primetime om Premier Boxing Champions på FOX & FOX Deportes fra Don Haskins Center i El Paso, Texas den
Lørdag, Februar 17 på 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
STEP, TX (Januar 8, 2018) – “Vicious” Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander “Den store”overskrift et show toppet af to USA vs. Mexico kampe som de tidligere weltervægt mestre mødes i 12-runde main event af Premier Boxing Champions på FOX og FOX Deportes Lørdag, Februar. 17 fra Don Haskins Center på utep campus i El Paso, Texas med tv-dækning starter ved 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
I co-main event ubesejret udfordrer Caleb “Søde Hands” Plant vil kæmpe Rogelio “Porky” Medina i en 12-runde 168-pund verden titel eliminator.
Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, er prissat til $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 og vil gå på salg Fredag. Billetter kan købes via Ticketmaster.
Også på kortet, Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KOS) tager på Jorge Cota (27-2, 24 KOS) i en super weltervægt opgør og Karlos Balderas, en 2016 US. Olympian, vises i et letvægts særlig attraktion.
“Dette er en klassisk korsvej kamp i den sandeste betydning. Både Devon Alexander og Victor Ortiz er kamp-testet i en af ​​de hårdeste, dybeste divisioner i boksning,” sagde Tom Brown, Formand for TGB Promotions. “Alexander har overvundet nogle alvorlige helbredsmæssige problemer og søger at genvinde weltervægt mesterskabet. Ortiz, også en tidligere mester, har altid kommet til at kæmpe og ikke bakke ned fra nogen. Det tegner til at blive en underholdende kamp for fans til stede på Don Haskins Center og dem, der stiller ind på FOX og FOX Deportes.”
Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KOS), en tidligere 147-pund mester, har delt tiden mellem boksning og skuespil hele hans seneste karriere og bringer en vis flare hver gang han træder ind i ringen. Den 30-årige oprindeligt fra Garden City, Kansas som nu bor i Ventura, California, har stået over for nogle af de øverste navne i 147-pund division i løbet af sin karriere. Ortiz vandt weltervægt titel med enstemmighed sejr over Andre Berto på April 16, 2011. Fem måneder senere han mistede titlen til Floyd Mayweather, Jr. af knockout. Ortiz, 30, lidt et knockout tab til Andre Berto i 2016 på FOX og sprang tilbage med en knockout sejr over Saul Corral i sin sidste kamp på Juli 30 på FS1.
“Jeg er klar til at give alt, hvad jeg nødt til at besejre Devon Alexander og få min krone tilbage,” Said Ortiz. “Min prioritet er at gøre en stærk comeback og sætte mig i stand til at få mine stropper igen. Jeg demonstrerede, hvad jeg var lavet af og gjorde, hvad jeg sagde, at jeg skulle gøre i mit sidste kamp. Jeg står over for en stor fighter i Devon Alexander og nogen jeg har kendt siden vi var børn. Jeg hader ham ikke, men jeg vil ikke være hans ven på kampen nat, og han vil ikke være min. Jeg er klar til at bevise alle forkert start på Februar. 17.”
Alexander (27-4, 14 KOS) dukket op på scenen med en enstemmig beslutning sejr over Randall Bailey for weltervægt titel i 2012. Han forsvarede titlen en gang før at miste den til Shawn Porter i 2013. Siden, den 30-årige Alexander of St. Louis, Missouri har været på en mission for at genvinde titlen. Efter at have tabt til Amir Khan og Aaron Martinez, Alexander lidt anden tilbageslag, da han søgte behandling for en afhængighed af smertestillende medicin. Fuldt sundt for første gang i tre år, Alexander vendte tilbage til ringen med en enstemmig beslutning sejr over Walter Castillo på FS1 på November. 21.
“Jeg er spændt på at komme tilbage i der imod en fighter ligesom Victor Ortiz,” sagde Alexander. “Vi har kendt hinanden i lang tid, men aldrig kæmpet i amatører, så det bør være interessant. min hastighed, hurtighed og kløgt vil vinde mig denne kamp. Victor tjekker nogle gange, når han ikke kan ramme dig, så mine kompetencer vil være forskellen. Jeg er klar til enhver udfordring, der er bragt min vej. Når jeg er 100 procent, ingen kan slå mig.”
Plant (16-0, 10 KOS) vandt otte af sine første ni kampe ved knockout, demonstrere magt i begge hænder til at gå sammen med hans boksning evner. Den 25-årige kravlede ind i top ti af de 168-pund placeringer med sin sidste sejr – en enstemmig beslutning i løbet af Andrew Hernandez i Las Vegas på Syv. 8. Medina er et stort skridt op for anlæg og vil give ham en indikation af, lige hvor den Ashland, Tennessee indfødte står i divisionen, da han ser ud til at blive et obligatorisk udfordrer til IBF titel.
Den 29-årige Medina (38-8, 32 KOS) har kvadreret off mod nogle af de hårdeste boksere i divisionen, herunder nuværende mester David Benavidez og tidligere mestre James DeGale og Badou Jack. Bekæmpelse af Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico tabt af knockout til Benavidez på Maj 20, og sprang tilbage med en knockout sejr over Daniel Eduardo Yocupicio på Syv. 1.
Den FOX bedste sendetid udsendelse vil kick off en fuld nat af boksning, fører ind i en doubleheader på SHOWTIME, der indeholder to-division verdensmester Danny Garcia versus Brandon Rios og 168-pund mester David Benavidez forsvare sin titel i en omkamp mod Ronald Gavril fra Las Vegas.
# # #
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“Vicious” Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander “Den store” Clash i Slaget ved tidligere Welterweight verdensmestre

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USA vs. Mexico i PrimeTime Dueller på Fox!
Mere! Undefeated Contender Caleb Plant dueller Rogelio “Porky” Medina i Super Mellemvægt Showdown i Co-funktion
Live in Primetime om Premier Boxing Champions på FOX & FOX Deportes fra Don Haskins Center i El Paso, Texas den
Lørdag, Februar 17 på 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT
STEP, TX (Januar 8, 2018) – “Vicious” Victor Ortiz og Devon Alexander “Den store” overskrift et show toppet af to USA vs. Mexico kampe som de tidligere weltervægt mestre mødes i 12-runde main event af Premier Boxing Champions på FOX og FOX Deportes Lørdag, Februar. 17 fra Don Haskins Center på utep campus i El Paso, Texas med tv-dækning starter ved 8 p.m. OG/5 p.m. PT.
I co-main event ubesejret udfordrer Caleb “Sweethands” Plant vil kæmpe Rogelio “Porky” Medina i en 12-runde 168-pund verden titel eliminator.
Billetter til arrangementet, som fremmes af TGB Promotions, er prissat til $200, $100, $60, $40, $25 og vil gå på salg Fredag. Billetter kan købes via Ticketmaster.
Også på kortet, Tony Harrison (25-2, 20 KOS) tager på Jorge Cota (27-2, 24 KOS) i en super weltervægt opgør og Karlos Balderas, en 2016 US. Olympian, vises i et letvægts særlig attraktion.
“Dette er en klassisk korsvej kamp i den sandeste betydning. Både Devon Alexander og Victor Ortiz er kamp-testet i en af ​​de hårdeste, dybeste divisioner i boksning,” sagde Tom Brown, Formand for TGB Promotions. “Alexander har overvundet nogle alvorlige helbredsmæssige problemer og søger at genvinde weltervægt mesterskabet. Ortiz, også en tidligere mester, har altid kommet til at kæmpe og ikke bakke ned fra nogen. Det tegner til at blive en underholdende kamp for fans til stede på Don Haskins Center og dem, der stiller ind på FOX og FOX Deportes.”
Ortiz (32-6-2, 25 KOS), en tidligere 147-pund mester, har delt tiden mellem boksning og skuespil hele hans seneste karriere og bringer en vis flare hver gang han træder ind i ringen. Den 30-årige oprindeligt fra Garden City, Kansas som nu bor i Ventura, California, har stået over for nogle af de øverste navne i 147-pund division i løbet af sin karriere. Ortiz vandt weltervægt titel med enstemmighed sejr over Andre Berto på April 16, 2011. Fem måneder senere han mistede titlen til Floyd Mayweather, Jr. af knockout. Ortiz, 30, lidt et knockout tab til Andre Berto i 2016 på FOX og sprang tilbage med en knockout sejr over Saul Corral i sin sidste kamp på Juli 30 på FS1.
“Jeg er klar til at give alt, hvad jeg nødt til at besejre Devon Alexander og få min krone tilbage,” Said Ortiz. “Min prioritet er at gøre en stærk comeback og sætte mig i stand til at få mine stropper igen. Jeg demonstrerede, hvad jeg var lavet af og gjorde, hvad jeg sagde, at jeg skulle gøre i mit sidste kamp. Jeg står over for en stor fighter i Devon Alexander og nogen jeg har kendt siden vi var børn. Jeg hader ham ikke, men jeg vil ikke være hans ven på kampen nat, og han vil ikke være min. Jeg er klar til at bevise alle forkert start på Februar. 17.”
Alexander (27-4, 14 KOS) dukket op på scenen med en enstemmig beslutning sejr over Randall Bailey for weltervægt titel i 2012. Han forsvarede titlen en gang før at miste den til Shawn Porter i 2013. Siden, den 30-årige Alexander of St. Louis, Missouri har været på en mission for at genvinde titlen. Efter at have tabt til Amir Khan og Aaron Martinez, Alexander lidt anden tilbageslag, da han søgte behandling for en afhængighed af smertestillende medicin. Fuldt sundt for første gang i tre år, Alexander vendte tilbage til ringen med en enstemmig beslutning sejr over Walter Castillo på FS1 påNovember. 21.
“Jeg er spændt på at komme tilbage i der imod en fighter ligesom Victor Ortiz,” sagde Alexander. “Vi har kendt hinanden i lang tid, men aldrig kæmpet i amatører, så det bør være interessant. min hastighed, hurtighed og kløgt vil vinde mig denne kamp. Victor tjekker nogle gange, når han ikke kan ramme dig, så mine kompetencer vil være forskellen. Jeg er klar til enhver udfordring, der er bragt min vej. Når jeg er 100 procent, ingen kan slå mig.”
Plant (16-0, 10 KOS) vandt otte af sine første ni kampe ved knockout, demonstrere magt i begge hænder til at gå sammen med hans boksning evner. Den 25-årige kravlede ind i top ti af de 168-pund placeringer med sin sidste sejr – en enstemmig beslutning i løbet af Andrew Hernandez i Las Vegas på Syv. 8. Medina er et stort skridt op for anlæg og vil give ham en indikation af, lige hvor den Ashland, Tennessee indfødte står i divisionen, da han ser ud til at blive et obligatorisk udfordrer til IBF titel.
Den 29-årige Medina (38-8, 32 KOS) har kvadreret off mod nogle af de hårdeste boksere i divisionen, herunder nuværende mester David Benavidez og tidligere mestre James DeGale og Badou Jack. Bekæmpelse af Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico tabt af knockout til Benavidez på Maj 20, og sprang tilbage med en knockout sejr over Daniel Eduardo Yocupicio på Syv. 1.
Den FOX bedste sendetid udsendelse vil kick off en fuld nat af boksning, fører ind i en doubleheader på SHOWTIME, der indeholder to-division verdensmester Danny Garcia versus Brandon Rios og 168-pund mester David Benavidez forsvare sin titel i en omkamp mod Ronald Gavril fra Las Vegas.
# # #
Fans kan leve streame kampene på FOX Sports GO, tilgængelig på engelsk eller spansk gennem FOX eller FOX Deportes feeds. Kampene er tilgængelige på skrivebordet på FOXSportsGO.com og gennem App Store, eller tilsluttede enheder, herunder Apple TV, Android TV, Fire tv, Xbox One og Roku. Desuden, alle programmer er også tilgængelige på FOX Sports på SiriusXM kanal 83 på satellit-radioer og på SiriusXM app.
Følg på TwitterPremierBoxing, TGBPromotions, @RÆV, FOXDeportes OgSwanson_Comm og bliv fan på Facebook på www.Facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions og www.facebook.com/foxdeportes. Højdepunkter rådighed påwww.youtube.com/premierboxingchampions.PBC på FOX & FOX Deportes er sponsoreret af Corona Extra, Finest Beer.
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Lewkowicz Congratulates ‘Pilon’ Lara for Smashing KO of Briones

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Promoter Sampson Lewkowicz wishes to congratulate undefeated featherweight, Jorge “Pestle” Lara of Mexico, for his sensational stoppage of Mario Briones last Saturday night.
Fighting in the nationally televised semi-final bout in support of David Benavidez’s eighth-round KO over Rogelio “Porky” Medina at the Laredo Energy Arena in Laredo, Texas, Lara (29-0-2, 21 KOS) returned in impressive fashion from a 13-month layoff to TKO his countryman Briones (28-6-2, 21 KOS) i tredje runde.
Hurtig, powerful and relentless, Lara, a 26-year-old southpaw from Guadalajara, dropped Briones twice in round two and then finished the job at 2:03.
The performance was particularly remarkable, considering Lara was coming off an extended layoff due to a hand injury suffered in his previous fight, a career-changing KO over multiple-time world champion Fernando Montiel, as well as a gunshot wound suffered in a botched robbery attempt in Mexico.
Lewkowicz says Lara will now be chasing the big game in his weight class, especially WBC Featherweight Champion Gary Russell Jr.
“Russell Jr. has talked about moving up in weight,” sagde Lewkowicz, “Pilon Lara would love to get him in the ring first and send him on his way. He is too strong and powerful for anyone at the weight. This was the most-watched broadcast of PBC on FSN and the world now knows he is a star on the rise.”
According to Lewkowicz, Lara was shaking off some ring rust while dominating the respectable Briones.

“As good as he looked, he is even more frightening at this weight,” sagde Lewkowicz. “Jorge Lara will destroy any champion or top contender he fights. We are now working on getting one of them in the ring, starting with Gary Russell Jr. Congratulations to my latest new star in boxing for his sensational performance.”