“I have to outclass him and make him not even want to fight anymore. I’m going to make him retire,” – Heraldez
Unbeaten Super Lightweight Contender Heraldez Battles Former Champion Argenis Mendez Saturday, Mai 18 on Wilder vs. Breazeale Undercard Live on SHOWTIME® von Barclays Center in Brooklyn & Präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions
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LAS VEGAS (Mai 2, 2019) – Unbeaten super lightweight contenderJuan Heraldez is looking to make a statement when he takes on former world championArgenis Mendezin a 10-round showdown Saturday, Mai 18 live auf Showtime von Barclays Center, die Heimat von BROOKLYN BOXEN ™, und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.
“I have to outclass him and make him not even want to fight anymore,” said Heraldez. “I’m going to make him retire. My goal on fight night is to win and show out for my Mexican fans in New York.”
Heraldez, who trains out of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas with coach Otis Pimpleton, made his 2019 debut in February by knocking out Eddie Ramirez in round seven of their super lightweight fight. Mendez is another step up in competition for the 28-year-old.
“On paper he’s the toughest fighter I’ve faced,” said Heraldez. “I only watched some of his fight against Ramirez, but being a former world champion, it means he’s doing something right. I don’t think he does anything better than me and I’m looking to show it on fight night.”
This will be Heraldez’s first fight on SHOWTIME, giving him a chance to shine on a big stage leading up to the Deontay Wilder heavyweight world title defense against Dominic Breazeale in the main event. For Heraldez, he sees this is an opportunity to display what he’s already being doing in the ring for years.
“I’m excited to be able to show off what I’ve always been able to do,” said Heraldez. “It’s going to be no surprise to the people around me who know what I’m capable of. It’s another stage with more people watching, but the ring and everything else stays the same.
“A fight like this adds more motivation for my future because I want to keep changing the lives of my family. Stück für Stück, win by win and fight by fight, I can accomplish that. That’s where my motivation comes from.”
A Las Vegas-native who is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, Heraldez believes he’s ready for a world title shot and knows that Argenis Mendez is currently in his path to getting that coveted opportunity.
“If the title fight is there after I beat Mendez, Ich nehme es,” said Heraldez. “That’s one of the ultimate goals and something I’ve been preparing for my whole career. I’m going to keep training hard like I always do to be at my best against Mendez. I’m going to have a great performance May 18 and they won’t be able to deny my place in this division.”
Tickets for this BombZquad event can be purchased atticketmaster.comundbarclayscenter.com. Tickets können auch bei der American Express Box Office bei Barclays Center erworben werden. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar. The Heraldez vs. Mendez fight is co-promoted with Mayweather Promotions.
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ÜBER WILDER VS. BREAZEALE Wilder vs. Breazeale is headlined by Heavyweight World Champion Deontay Wilder defending his WBC title against top contender Dominic Breazeale Saturday, Mai 18 live auf Showtime von Barclays Center, die Heimat von BROOKLYN BOXEN ™, und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.
Showtime Championship Boxing® beginnt um 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features WBC Featherweight World Champion Gary Russell Jr. verteidigt seinen Titel gegen Ex-Weltmeister Kiko Martínez, plus unbeaten super lightweight contenderJuan Heráldezsquaring-off against former world championArgenis Méndezin einer 10-Runden Anziehung.
WBC Featherweight World Champion Gary Russell Jr. To Defend Against Former Champion Kiko Martinez In Co-Feature To Wilder vs. Breazeale Saturday, Mai 18 Live auf Showtime®
Unbeaten Super Lightweight Contender Juan Heraldez Takes On Former Champion Argenis Mendez in SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®Opener from Barclays Center in Brooklyn and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions
BROOKLYN(April 19, 2019) – WBC im Federgewicht-WeltmeisterGary Russell Jr.wird seinen Titel gegen Ex-Weltmeister verteidigenKiko Martinezin the co-feature to Wilder vs. Breazeale on Saturday, Mai 18 live auf Showtime von Barclays Center, die Heimat von BROOKLYN BOXEN ™, und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.
Showtime Championship Boxing® beginnt um 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will also feature unbeaten super lightweight contenderJuan Heraldezsquaring-off against former world championArgenis Mendezin einer 10-Runden Anziehung. The event is headlined by WBC Heavyweight ChampionDeontay “Die Bronze Bomber” Wilderas he makes the ninth defense of his title against mandatory challengerDominic “Schwierigkeiten” Breazeale.
“Gary Russell Jr.. is one of the most skilled fighters in the sport and he’ll look to stake his spot atop the featherweight division on May 18 against the always exciting former champion Kiko Martinez,” sagte Tom Brown, Präsident der TGB Promotions. “The event will also feature a battle between a rising contender in the 140-pound division in Juan Heraldez going up against one of the division’s toughest and most active contenders in Argenis Mendez. This is truly going to be an electric night leading up to heavyweight champion of the world Deontay Wilder in the main event.”
“Preceding the night’s main attraction will be Gary Russell Jr. defending his title against a tough and experienced Kiko Martinez, making for a battle that is sure to bring excitement to the fans, plus Mayweather Promotions’ young prospect Juan Heraldez will open the telecast looking to put on a show, as he continues to elevate his career to new heights,” sagte Leonard Ellerbe, CEO von Mayweather Promotions. “I’m confident that he will execute his game plan impressively and showcase his talent against a seasoned and tested Argenis Mendez, who has been in the ring with some of the top guys in the super lightweight division. The fans at Barclays and those tuning in on SHOWTIME will see a night of non-stop action come May 18.”
Tickets for this BombZquad event can be purchased atticketmaster.comundbarclayscenter.com, Tickets können auch bei der American Express Box Office bei Barclays Center erworben werden. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar. The Heraldez vs. Mendez fight is co-promoted with Mayweather Promotions.
The 30-year-old Russell (29-1, 17 KOs), who was born in Washington, D.C. and now lives in Capitol Heights, Maryland, will make the fourth defense of his featherweight world title on May 18 and his second career appearance at Barclays Center. Russell won his title by knocking out Jhonny Gonzalez in 2015. After stopping Patrick Hyland and Oscar Escandon, he most recently defeated previously unbeaten Joseph Diaz Jr. letzten Mai. Russell, die von seinem Vater trainiert wird,, Gary, Sr., is part of a boxing family. Two of his younger brothers, Gary Antonio and Gary Antuanne, are currently unbeaten professionals.
“I expect to send a message to everyone in or near my division that I’m a force to be reckoned with,” said Russell. “I want to unify against Leo Santa Cruz and I’m going to do what I have to do to get there. I’m never going to take any opponent lightly and right now, it’s my job to take care of Kiko Martinez before I worry about anything else. On May 18 you should expect to see excitement, Schlagkraft, Hand Geschwindigkeit, fast combinations and a great level of boxing IQ. I’m the best in boxing today and I prove that every time I get in the ring.”
A native of Comunidad Valenciana, Spanien, Martinez (39-8-2, 28 KOs) has faced the best names in and around the featherweight division throughout his career. He won a super bantamweight world title in 2013 by stopping Jhonatan Romero and has faced the likes of Leo Santa Cruz, Carl Frampton, Josh Warrington and Scott Quigg. The 33-year-old is unbeaten in his last four contests, including most recently defeating Marc Vidal for a European featherweight title in October.
“I’ve been waiting for this opportunity to win another world title and I’m thankful and excited for May 18,” sagte Martinez. “Gary Russell Jr is in for a rude awakening. I have a lot of experience and I feel great at featherweight. There will be nothing better than celebrating my 50thfight with a new world title.”
The undefeated Heraldez(16-0, 10 KOs) continued to rise up the rankings in 2019 when he knocked out Eddie Ramirez in their February showdown. The 28-year-old from Las Vegas earned a decision victory over Kevin Watts and a stoppage of Maynard Allison in 2018. That followed up a unanimous decision victory over then unbeaten prospect Jose Miguel Borrego in his first 10-round bout in August 2017 auf dem Mayweather vs.. McGregor undercard.
“I’m one of the best super lightweights in the world and I’m going to show it again on May 18,” said Heraldez. “They keep lining them up and I’ll keep knocking them down. Mendez is good, veteran opposition, but I’m going to show I’m on a different level. This is a great opportunity to once again perform on a big stage and I’m going to take full advantage and steal the show.”
Mendez (25-5-2, 12 KOs) most recently fought to a competitive split-draw against Anthony Peterson in March, running his unbeaten streak up to three fights. The 32-year-old defeated Eddie Ramirez and Ivan Redkach in back-to-back fights after losses to Robert Easter Jr. and Luke Campbell. Originally from San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic and now living in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mendez won the IBF super featherweight title with a knockout victory over Juan Carlos Salgado in 2013.
“This fight is do or die for me to become champion again,” said Mendez. “Anthony Peterson ran from me in our fight in March, so if Heraldez does that on May 18, I will be better prepared. If he stands and fights with me, I feel strongly that I will dominate him and make a statement to everyone that I’m an elite 140-pound fighter.”
Mario Barrios Remains Undefeated With Fourth-Round TKO Of Richard Zamora
Javier Fortuna Scores Unanimous Decision Against Sharif Bogere In Telecast Opener Schauen Sie sich The Encore Presentation Montag 10 P.M. ET / PT On SHOWTIME EXTREME®
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CARSON, Calif., (Februar 9, 2019) – Gervonta Davis defended his WBA Super Featherweight World Championship with a thrilling first-round TKO of former world champion Hugo Ruiz before a sellout crowd of 8,048 at Dignity Health Sports Park Saturday non SHOWTIME. Knockdown video highlight: https://s.sho.com/2URYn8t
Baltimore’s Davis (21-0, 20 KOs) recorded his eighth career first-round knockout as referee Jack Reiss called off the fight with one second remaining in the first round following a devastating sweeping right hook by Davis connected cleanly and sent Ruiz (39-5, 32 KOs) down to his knees.
Davis, who entered the ring to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”, wasted little time showing why he is one of boxing rising super stars with his impressive fourth win in a world title fight. The 24-year-old Davis is the youngest U.S.-born world titlist in boxing and was headlining for the first time.
With his promoter Floyd Mayweather looking on, Davis made quick work of his late-replacement opponent. “I knew it was coming,"Er sagte. “I wanted to go more rounds, but I knew if I got him out of there early I could fight again sooner. When I touched the jab I saw his arm was in front of his face so if I threw a hook or uppercut it was right in line.”
Davis, who has now stopped his last 12 Gegner, verbunden an 50 Prozent seiner Macht Schläge, just under the 51 percent power accuracy he logged in his last four fights.
The late substitute 32-year-old Ruiz was fighting for the second time in three weeks as he replaced the injured Abner Mares. Ruiz was used to being on the other side of first-round knockouts having recorded 18 of his own during his career.
“As soon as he started landing punches, I could feel them,“ sagte Ruiziz. “I have a lot of first round knock outs, today was my turn to lose in the first round. It happens in boxing.”
Next up for Davis could be the winner of the March 2 Ricardo Nunez-Edner Cherry WBA Eliminator on SHOWTIME from Barclays Center. “We could do that,” Davis said. “At the end of the day I’m a fighter. I’m a fighter and I have a great team. One of the best in the sport. I believe in my team and whatever they line up, Ich bin bereit.
Davis told SHOWTIME reporter Jim Gray he’s ready for a sweet homecoming for his next fight. "Ja, mein herr. We’re coming to Baltimore. We’re going home, baby.”
In der Ko-Funktion, Mario Barrios (23-0, 14 KOs) knocked out his seventh consecutive opponent as the 23-year-old from San Antonio stopped Mexico’s Richard Zamora (15-3, 10 KOs). Der Stillstand kam 2:16 in round four as referee Ray Corona waved off the fight after a barrage of Barrios punches landed cleanly and dazed the game Zamora.
With noted trained Virgil Hunter in his corner, the accurate Barrios landed a staggering 59 Prozent seiner Macht Schläge, einschließlich 37 von 58 (64 Prozent) in the fourth and final round.
“He wasn’t an easy target at all,“, sagte Barrios, who sparred with Amir Khan and Devin Haney in training camp and is the WBA’s No. 1 ranked fighter at 140 Pfund. We just used everything we worked on in camp to find my range.”
Er fügte hinzu: “It was an amazing fight. I tip my hat to Zamora – he’s a hell of a warrior. I wish him nothing but the best for the rest of his career. Like he said at the press conference, he wanted a war and I brought it to him. Total respect to him.”
Zamora was making his United States debut. “I came to fight,"Er sagte. “I didn’t come to lay down. I thought I still could have fought more. I don’t want to criticize the referee. He did what he had to do.”
Barrios said he’s ready for the next big step-up in his career. “That’s up to my managerial team,"Er sagte. “Whenever they feel I’m ready I’ll fight for a world title. Any one of them. I am knocking down the door for a world title right now.”
In der Sendung Opener, Javier Fortuna (34-2-1, 23 KOs) won a unanimous decision against Sharif Bogere (32-2, 20 KOs) in einem 10-Runden leichten Anfall. Alle drei Richter erzielten den Kampf 96-93 in favor of Fortuna.
The southpaw Fortuna, of Braintree, Masse, by way of the Dominican Republic, knocked down Bogere in the sixth round, the same round Bogere suffered a nasty cut above his right eye after an accidental head clash.
The knockdown occurred after a powerful left uppercut by Fortuna dazed Bogere, who appeared to be pushed down and touched his glove on the canvas. Referee Edward Collantes scored it a knockdown, giving Fortuna the 10-8 Runde.
"(The knock down) was correct,“Sagte Fortuna, who said he would love a future shot against Davis. “I saw his eyes were a little glossy and his legs buckled a bit. When I saw that he was cut, the game plan changed again and we had to work again to attack the cut.”
Originally from Uganda but now living in Las Vegas, Bogere gave himself a seven out of 10 grade. “I think I won the fight,"Er sagte. “Even the knockdown was bull. He kept coming at me with the head. He kept trying to head butt me. The challenge was that there was blood in my eye. The first couple of rounds I was boxing him easily.”
At the midway point of the fight, Fortuna began pulling away winning rounds six, seven and eight on SHOWTIME Steve Farhood’s unofficial scorecard as Bogere continued to fade, although coming back to win round nine on Farhood’s card.
In the power punch category, Fortuna connected on 89 von 310 punches for 29 percent while Bogere landed 59 von 317 Für nur 19 Prozent. Bogere was riding a 13-fight winning streak over the past six years coming into the fight.
“What I want right now is a contract so I can fight Gervonta Davis wherever. Lomachenko, any of them,“Sagte Fortuna, who had a No Decision against Adrian Granados last June on SHOWTIME after falling out of the ring in the fourth round suffering a head and neck injury.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING COUNTDOWN featured two live undercard fights on social media platforms leading into the televised tripleheader. Former world title challenger Erickson Lubin (20-1, 15 KOs) knocked down Ishe Smith (29-11, 12 KOs) a total of four times before the fight was stopped at the end of round three in a scheduled 10-round super welterweight bout. Undefeated super lightweight Juan Heraldez (16-0, 10 KOs) stopped Eddie Ramirez (17-3, 11 KOs) in round seven of a scheduled 10-round fight.
Veteran broadcaster Brian Custer hosted SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING. Versatile combat sportscaster Mauro Ranallo called the action alongside Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein and former two-division world champion Paulie Malignaggi. Three Hall of Famers rounded out the telecast team – Emmy® Der preisgekrönte Reporter Jim Gray, Boxhistoriker Steve Farhood als inoffizieller Torschütze am Ring, und der weltbekannte Ringansager Jimmy Lennon Jr.. Alejandro Luna and former world champion Raul Marquez hosted the telecast in Spanish, available via Secondary Audio Programming (SAP). The Executive Producer of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING was David Dinkins Jr., mit Bob Dunphy Regie.
Showtime Championship Boxing triple Samstag wird am Montag wiedergeben zu können 10 p.m. ET / PT auf Showtime EXTREME.
Super Featherweight Champion Davis Joined by Promoter Floyd Mayweather Ahead of Title Defense Against Former Champion Ruiz This Saturday Live on SHOWTIME®From Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. and Presented By Premier Boxing Champions
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LOS ANGELES (Februar 7, 2019) – WBA Super Featherweight World ChampionGervonta Davis und Ex-Weltmeister Hugo Ruiz went face-to-face Thursday at the final press conference before they go toe-to-toe this Saturday night in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Calif. und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.
Also facing off on Thursday were fighters who will enter the ring live on SHOWTIME in televised undercard attractions. Unbesiegt superleichten Mario Barrioswill be facing Mexico’sRichard Zamora, while former world championJavier Fortunawill step in against lightweight contenderSharif Bogereas part of live SHOWTIME action kicking off at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing and tickets are sale now and can be purchased at AXS.com.
Davis was joined on-stage by his promoter, legendary boxer and Mayweather Promotions PresidentFloyd Mayweather. Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday at the Westin Los Angeles Airport before Saturday night’s event:
GERVONTA DAVIS
“I’m so excited to come back strong in 2019. This is the year that could put me over the top and put me at the highest level.
“The opponent change didn’t really affect me. In the amateurs we fought four or five times a week so we always had different opponents. I had been sparring someone taller than me in training camp anyway. I think a fighter should be ready and able to adapt to anything that is in front of him in the ring. I’m ready and I hope Ruiz is too.
“Trainingslager war großartig. I’m ready for Saturday night. We planned on fighting Abner Mares, but he had an injury and we hope to still get him down the line if everything is okay with his health.
“Hugo Ruiz is a great opponent. He’s going to come to fight on Saturday night. He’s been telling the media he’s going to knock me out, so I hope we get an action packed fight for the fans. I’m glad Ruiz is coming for the knockout. We owe it to the fans and I’m praying that he comes ready to give them a great show.
“I feel like I’m the fighter that can be the next big star. I’m working towards it. I’m just a kid soaking it all in right now. Samstag Nacht, I hope everyone is ready, because it’s going to be action.
“Ruiz’s record speaks for itself. I’ve watched him and he has some pop. He’s accurate and I’m ready for it. I don’t think I’ll have any ring rust. I’ve worked with a lot of great fighters in the gym. I’m just excited to get back in the ring.
“I want to give my fans all over the world a great show. Everyone tuning in is going to see a great performance. Hopefully Hugo will live up to his word, because I’m going to live up to mine.”
HUGO RUIZ
“I’m very happy to have this opportunity. Ich werde alles in den Ring zu verlassen. I have a lot of faith in my boxing skills. I trust and believe that there is going to be a new world champion on Saturday night.
“I’m in rhythm and in shape. I’ve been very active leading into and since my last fight. Davis is a tremendous champion, aber er mich nicht einschüchtern. I’ll be ready for him come Saturday night.
“This is a great opportunity to fight a southpaw, as I had originally been training for a lefty before my opponent changed in my last fight. I also fought a southpaw in November. I’ve been training with a lot of lefties for a while. I’m more than ready for this opportunity.
“Davis is a strong champion and I know this is a big opportunity for me to fight someone of his caliber. I’m ready mentally and physically for the greatest opportunity that has been given to me.
“At 130-pounds I feel more power than ever and I will demonstrate that on Saturday night. This is a big challenge for me. This is the opportunity that I’ve been waiting for throughout my 12-year career. I don’t plan on wasting it.”
MARIO BARRIOS
“This is a huge opportunity and I’m very excited for it. I’m looking forward to going out there and putting on a great show for the boxing fans.
“I’m ready and I’m prepared to take full advantage of this chance to make a statement on Saturday night. I want any one of the champions in this division, but I’m not looking past Zamora. I just know that the work that I put in will pay off.
“I have big things on the horizon and Zamora is in my way. I’m focused and ready to make this a great night. If he wants a war, I’ll give him a war.”
RICHARD ZAMORA
“I’m very happy and thankful to be in this fight. This is the opportunity I’ve been looking for. I’m ready to compete and I’m not going to let this opportunity pass me by.
“This is definitely a big step for me in my U.S. Debüt. If I can get a win over Mario Barrios, then I would be able to reach a lot of dreams that I have.
“I come well prepared and I’m expecting a war. I’m going to be ready to go and battle until the end. You’ll see that I’m going to leave it all in the ring.”
JAVIER FORTUNA
“I’m going to give the best that I have in the ring. I’m going against a good boxer with a good record, but it doesn’t matter what obstacles are in front of me. I’m going to come through with a big win on Saturday night.
“We have a new team and a new trainer that is going to give the fans the best Javier Fortuna possible on Saturday.
“A victory against Sharif Bogere is very important for me and a stepping stone to where I want to get. It’s going to be a difficult fight, but I’m ready to make this a very tough night for him.”
SHARIF BOGERE
“We are going to make this a great fight on Saturday. Fortuna is a good fighter and tough guy. I expect him to bring a lot of fireworks. I’m prepared for it and I have the game plan to win.
“Every day is a tough test in life. This is going to be just another fight. I’m prepared and I have a great team behind me. I’m coming on Saturday night for what belongs to me.
“Fortuna has a big name and is a step up for me. This win will put me up there toward the top and I’ll be prepared for whatever challenge comes after that.”
FLOYD MAYWEATHER, Präsident von Mayweather Promotions
“It’s great to be here with so many young talented fighters. I could remember 23 years ago when I was in that same position. When you’re in this position you have to take advantage of it. Opportunities like this come once in a lifetime. You must go out there and give it your all.
“I want to see these fighters become great and become stars. The records that I’ve set were made to be broken.
“I remember when Gervonta Davis first came to my gym. He worked hard and believed in himself. Sometimes we did two-a-days. If we didn’t think the job was done right, we’d come back and correct it. We continue to strive every day to be the best we possibly can be. Gervonta works extremely hard, but he can’t take anything for granted in this fight.
“I think Hugo Ruiz is more dangerous opponent than Abner Mares. Abner is a tremendous fighter, but Ruiz is very tough and he has good knockout power. This is a great matchup and the kind that people want to see. It’s all about putting on great shows and Saturday will be another blockbuster.”
LEONARD ELLERBE, CEO von Mayweather Promotions
“We have a great event this Saturday night with great fights from top to bottom of this card. This is going to be a great night of boxing.
“Gervonta Davis has reached goals beyond just the boxing ring. I know the impact that Gervonta has on the youth all around the world. When it comes to excitement, explosiveness and knockout power, this is something new that the fans are getting a chance to witness.
“At the young age of 24, fans have come to know Gervonta for his punching power. But he’s also a very skilled boxer. This is one of the things that he’ll be able to showcase moving forward in a number of big fights he’s going to have.
“We know he has a tough challenge in front of him. Anytime you have a last minute replacement who’s an excellent fighter, it’s a big challenge. Ruiz is an aggressive fighter and we expect nothing but a great fight.
“Gervonta Davis has the full arsenal. Meiner Meinung nach, he’s the most exciting fighter and the biggest puncher in the entire sport. It takes more than knockout power and I think you’ll see an array of his skillset.”
SAMPSON LEWKOWICZ, Präsident Sampson Boxen
“It really is an honor for me to be involved in this great show. These are going to be three great fights. Hugo Ruiz had been training for a southpaw before an opponent switch led to him fighting a right hander last fight. After a few more weeks leading into this fight, Ruiz is 100 percent ready for this challenge.
“Vertrauen Sie mir,, this is going to be a rough fight. I believe that Davis will have his hands full with Hugo Ruiz. Ruiz comes from a family of fighters and he is a true Mexican warrior who will leave it all in the ring on Saturday.”
# # # ÜBER DAVIS VS. RUIZ Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz pits the WBA Super Featherweight World ChampionDavis against the former world champion Ruiz in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, California and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features undefeated super lightweight Mario Barrios taking on Mexico’s Richard Zamora and former world champion Javier Fortuna battling lightweight contender Sharif Bogere.
Unbeaten Super Lightweight Barrios Takes on Mexico’s Richard Zamora Live on SHOWTIME®This Saturday From Dignity Health Sportpark in Carson, Calif. & Presented By Premier Boxing Champions
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OAKLAND, Calif. (Februar 4, 2019) – Undefeated super lightweight contenderMario Barrios will look to continue his push toward a world title shot when he faces Mexico’sRichard Zamora (19-2, 12 KOs) live on SHOWTIME this Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Calif, und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.
The three-fight SHOWTIME telecast begins live at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and is headlined by super featherweight world champion Gervonta Davis defending his title against former world champion Hugo Ruiz.
The 23-year-old from San Antonio can increase his knockout streak to seven on February 9, all since he moved up to 140-pounds. Here is what Barrios (22-0, 14 KOs) had to say about his upcoming matchup and more from training camp in Oakland, Calif.:
On his matchup with Richard Zamora:
“Zamora is my toughest opponent to date in my opinion. He’s won his last five fights, so I know he’s coming into this fight with a lot of confidence. He has power in both hands and he’s very tough. But I’m going into this fight with a lot of confidence myself. This is going to be a war and one I’m looking forward to. I have no doubt in my mind that I’m going to come out on top.”
Auf seinem letzten Trainingslager:
“Camp started back home with my dad Martin and he really got me ready before I left for California. I’ve spent the last six weeks training in the Bay Area with Virgil Hunter. I’ve also been training with Victor Conte and Remi Korchemny at the SNAC facility. Jetzt, my body is in the best shape of my life. I got good sparring with Devin Haney and a few other top-level fighters. All the hard work is almost done. We have one week left and then its fight week. Virgil and I are working great together and I’m ready to go.”
On fighting in the co-main event on SHOWTIME:
“I’m very excited to be fighting on SHOWTIME on a big card once again, this time in the co-main event. I’m going to bring a lot of excitement to those watching on TV. My style is fan-friendly and everyone tuning in is going to see the next superstar in boxing. I’m going to take full advantage of this opportunity fighting on the big stage.”
On when he’ll be fighting for a world title:
“I’m currently ranked No. 1 in der WBA, so I know a world title shot is very close. Jetzt, my main focus is defeating Zamora. I must get past this fight and then it’s time to face all the top guys in the super lightweight division. I’m looking to be in a world title fight sometime this year.”
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ÜBER DAVIS VS. RUIZ Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz pits the WBA Super Featherweight World ChampionDavis against the former world champion Ruiz in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, California and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features undefeated super lightweight Mario Barrios taking on Mexico’s Richard Zamora and former world champion Javier Fortuna battling lightweight contender Sharif Bogere.
The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing and tickets are sale now and can be purchased at AXS.com.
WBA Super Featherweight Champion Gervonta Davis Battles Former Champion Hugo Ruiz In SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®Main Event Presented By Premier Boxing Champions
CARSON, Calif. (Februar 4, 2019) – Unbeaten Super FeatherweightXavier Martinez will clash with Colombia’sDeivi Bassaand lightweight contenderLadarius Miller is set to battleDaulius Prescottin non-televised undercard action on Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Kalifornien.
The main event of a SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING tripleheader features unbeaten WBA Super Featherweight Champion Gervonta Davis defending his title against former world champion Hugo Ruiz in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
The unbeaten Martinez (12-0, 8 KOs) has stopped his last four opponents, including a technical knockout victory over Oscar Bravo in his last fight in September. The 21-year-old from Sacramento, Calif. will be looking to do the same when he steps in for a 10-round bout against Bassa (20-7, 12 KOs), a 37-year-old southpaw from Monteira, Kolumbien. Bassa is looking to rebound from a unanimous decision loss to Jonathan Oquendo in his last fight in December.
Müller (18-1, 5 KOs) has used his boxing ability to make a steady climb up the lightweight ladder with impressive victories over Jamel Herring and Dennis Galarza. Die 25-jährige, a southpaw who was born in Memphis and now lives in Las Vegas, is coming off a majority decision victory over Ricardo Garcia in his last fight in December. He is catching Barranquilla, Colombia’s Prescott (32-10, 24 KOs) as he is trying to rebound from a decision loss to Matt Conway in December.
In other non-televised undercard action undefeated featherweightAngelo Leo (15-0, 8 KOs) erfüllt Alberto Torres (11-1-3, 4 KOs) in einem Acht-Runden-Kampf, ungeschlagen Jose Balderas (5-0) competes in a six-round super bantamweight fight againstJerrod Miner(1-3-2, 1 KO), Fliegengewicht Ava Ritter (17-2-4, 5 KOs) annimmt Luna del Mar Torroba(12-9-2, 2 KOs) in einem Acht-Runden-Match, Mexican lightweightFrancisco Ochoa(13-0, 8 KOs) steps in againstLuis May(21-11-1, 8 KOs) for a six-round bout andMaurice Lee(9-1-1, 5 KOs) Gesichter Lennard Davis (4-1-4, 3 KOs) in a six-round super lightweight bout.
The fights continue with undefeated welterweightEmmanuel Medina (15-0, 9 KOs) gegen Carlos Velasquez (26-33-2, 16 KOs) in einem Acht-Runden-Kampf, Lorenzo Simpson(1-0, 1 KO) Treffen Jonell Christmas (0-1) in a four-round super middleweight bout andGenisis Waage (17-1, 10 KOs) Annahme Gilberto Mendoza (11-6-2, 4 KOs) in an eight-round super flyweight match.
Rounding out the night of action is undefeatedIsrael Luna Annahme Engel Carvajalin a four-round super bantamweight match.
# # # ÜBER DAVIS VS. RUIZ Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz pits the WBA Super Featherweight World ChampionDavis against the former world champion Ruiz in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, California and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features undefeated super lightweight Mario Barrios taking on Mexico’s Richard Zamora and former world champion Javier Fortuna battling lightweight contender Sharif Bogere.
The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing and tickets are sale now and can be purchased at AXS.com.
LOS ANGELES (Januar 30, 2019) -Three-division, four-time champion Abner Mares has been forced to pull out of the WBA Super Featherweight title match against two-time super featherweight champion Gervonta Davis on Saturday, Februar 9 after suffering an injury while training.
Davis will now defend
against former world championHugo Ruizin the main event of
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING, mit Abdeckung ab 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT
from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California and presented by Premier
Boxing Champions.
Ruiz is an all-action
brawler who previously picked up a world title at super bantamweight in 2015
and most recently defeated Alberto Guevara in January on the Pacquiao vs.
Broner PPV event in a featherweight fight. Ruiz, wer der Eigentümer 18 first round
knockouts, floored Guevara in the opening minute and cruised to a near-shutout
decision victory.
He had originally been
slotted for an interim title shot against Jhack Tepora in January before Tepora
missed weight, but will now have his chance to fight for a belt against one of
the most-feared punchers at 130-pounds on February 9. The 30-year-old from
Sinaloa, Mexico stands at five feet, nine inches tall, nearly four inches taller
than Davis, and has won three straight fights leading up to this fight.
“I trained for
three months to fight a southpaw when I fought in January,” said Ruiz.
“When the opponent changed, it was hard to adjust in 24 Stunden. After the
fight I immediately went back to the gym, because you never know what’s going
to happen in boxing. Ich bin 100 percent ready to knockout Gervonta Davis.”
“Hugo Ruiz has
another opportunity to fight for a world title because he’s demonstrated that
he’s devoted to boxing and his career,” Said Sampson Lewkowicz, Ruiz’s
Promoter. “He went right back to the gym after his last fight. He’s ready
for another great opportunity to be a world champion and he’s going to take
advantage of that opportunity.”
Mares injured his right
elbow during sparring at the Robert Garcia Boxing Gym in Riverside, Calif.
Mares said he had experienced soreness in his elbow following the past two
fights, but nothing that had ever given him nor his team concern.
“I’m not going to
sugarcoat this. I’m disappointed and devastated that I’ve injured my right
elbow in sparring,” Mares said. “This is something that I haven’t had
happen to me during my career and the feeling is just horrible. I will be going
to see my doctor about this and am prepared to follow whatever recommendations
and rehab that gets me back into the ring. I’m healthy, not afraid of doing the
work and I will be back. This is a temporary setback. Don’t count me out.”
“Boxing is a sport
of brains, passion and physical punishment,” sagte Mares’ trainer Robert
Garcia. “When you’re in the ring sparring with talented, top-class
sparring partners, the chances of injuries are very high. That was the
situation in this case. He was sparring top young fighters and he injured his
elbow. He cannot fight like that, especially in a fight against Davis.”
Mütter, who has engaged
in numerous memorable fights throughout his storied career, was seeking to move
up in weight and looking to capture his fifth world title in a fourth weight
class.
The event is promoted
by Mayweather Promotions, TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing.
SHREVEPORT – Januar 12, 2019 – Devin Haney hat am Freitagabend den größten Test seiner jungen Karriere bestandenShoBox: Die neue Generation, Auftakt der 2019 Boxjahr mit einer umwerfenden Leistung und einem einstimmigen Entscheidungssieg über seinen ungeschlagenen ehemaligen südafrikanischen Meister Xolisani Ndongeni live auf SHOWTIME von StageWorks of Louisiana.
Haney (21-0, 13 KOs) erzielte in der zweiten Runde einen Knockdown und trug Ndongeni (25-1, 13 KOs) im letzten Teil des Kampfes mit bestrafenden Körperschüssen niedergeschlagen, um auf den Scorekarten aller drei Richter leicht zu gewinnen, 100-89 zweimal, und 99-90.Sehen Sie sich den Zuschlag in der zweiten Runde anHIER.
Haney sagte Steve Farhood von SHOWTIME nach dem Kampf im Ring, dass er von nun an nur noch als Anwärter gelten möchte. „Ich will diese Top-Jungs,"Er sagte. „Jetzt können sie mich wirklich nicht mehr verleugnen. Das sage ich schon lange, aber jetzt, Ich bin ein Anwärter.“Siehe das Interview nach dem KampfHIER.
Der Zuschlag kam 1:30 der zweiten Runde, als Haney mit der rechten Hand bündig landete und den unausgeglichenen Ndongeni auf die Leinwand warf. Aber es waren Haneys Körperschüsse, die den sturen Ndongeni zermürbten, der gerade zum zweiten Mal in den Vereinigten Staaten kämpfte. Haney wollte den Kampf unbedingt mit einem Knockout beenden, erzählt sogar seinem Vater Bill Haney zwischen den Runden, "Ich werde ihn ausschalten!"
„Er ist ein großartiger Kämpfer,Sagte Haney, der mit dem Sieg die WBO Intercontinental- und WBC International-Gürtel mit nach Hause nimmt. „Du schaffst es nicht 25-0 ohne jemand zu sein. Ich wusste von Anfang an, dass es ein harter Gegner werden würde. Er ist ein wirklich guter Kämpfer und ich habe ihn nicht ausgewählt. Das war der Gegner, der auftauchte, und Sie kennen mich, Ich lehne niemanden ab. Ich kämpfe gegen jeden, der vor mir steht.“
sagte Farhood 2019 könnte das Jahr werden, in dem Haney um einen WM-Titel kämpft. „Ich bin beeindruckt, weil er eine Seite von sich gezeigt hat, die wir vorher noch nicht gesehen hatten,“, sagte die Internationale Boxhalle von Famer Farhood. „Für einen jungen Kämpfer, obwohl er sehr kompetent ist, Sie möchten, dass er mit allen möglichen Situationen umgeht. Er ging effektiv an den Körper und wenn der Kampf geht 30 Sekunden länger bekommt er den Stillstand. Steht ein WM-Kampf an 2019 eine Möglichkeit? Bestimmt. Nur weil er es ist 20 bedeutet nicht, dass er nicht gut genug ist. Es ist klar, dass es niemanden gibt, der ihn überlisten wird.“
Farhood gab Ndongeni schließlich zum ersten Mal in der siebten Runde eine Runde, als er mit effektiver Körperarbeit die Runde kontrollierte, obwohl er Haney nie sichtbar verletzt oder ihn zu sehr in Gefahr bringt.
Als der Kampf tiefer und tiefer ging, Haney wurde immer stärker. In den letzten beiden Runden, er führte 69-28 auf insgesamt gelandeten Schlägen (16-6 Stöße und 53-22 Leistung). In der Schlussminute der Schlussrunde, Haney landete außerhalb von Ndongeni 23-3 insgesamt verbindet.
„Ich werde mit jedem Kampf stärker und ich spüre, wie meine männliche Stärke entsteht,“, sagte Haney. „Ndongeni ist ein sehr ausdauernder Kämpfer. Ich schreibe ihm sein großes Herz zu, weil er ihn im Kampf gehalten hat. Ich wusste, dass ich der überlegene Kämpfer war. Ich habe allen gezeigt, dass ich kämpfen kann, wenn ich nach vorne komme, Ich kann boxen, Ich kann knallen, Ich mache alles. Ich bin bereit…Niemand hält mich auf.“
In einer Schlacht des ungeschlagenen Rubens, ehemalige dekorierte Amateur-Ruben-Villa (15-0, 5 KOs) übergab den Kolumbianer Ruben Cervera (10-1, 9 KOs) Seine erste Niederlage in seiner Karriere erzielte eine dominierende einstimmige Entscheidung, 80-72 auf allen drei Scorekarten im achtrundigen Co-Feature-Kampf im Federgewicht.Siehe Kampf-HighlightsHIER.
Der 21-jährige zweifache Junioren-Olympiasieger und der 2014 und 2015 Nationaler Golden Gloves Champion von Salinas, Calif., Villa übertraf den langsameren, aber entschlossenen Cervera auf dem Weg zu einem entscheidenden Entscheidungssieg.
„Es fühlte sich gut an, auf der großen Bühne zu kämpfen, und ich habe den Sieg gegen einen sehr harten, unbesiegten Kämpfer errungen,“, sagte der ehemalige olympische Ersatzmann Villa. „Ich hatte das Gefühl, den gesamten Kampf mit meinen überlegenen Boxfähigkeiten kontrolliert zu haben. Ich bin bereit, das nächste Level zu erreichen. Ich nehme es mit allen Ankömmlingen auf, egal wer sie sind, Ich fühle mich als das beste Federgewicht der Welt.“
In der sechsten Runde, Villa machte sich mit einer starken rechten Hand an die Arbeit und setzte Jabs und Kombinationen fort, die Cevera zu begeistern schienen, der in der Runde 35-5 auf Schläge gelandet war.
Der Jab war die Schlüsselwaffe für Villa, als er führte 105-23 in verbindet sowie halten a 36 Prozent bis acht Prozent Vorteil bei der Jab-Genauigkeit. Villa übertraf in jeder Runde außer der ersten zweistellige Jabs.
Der linke Villa sagte, dass der Besuch von Riverside und die Zeit mit dem bekannten ausgebildeten Robert Garcia seinem Spiel geholfen haben. „Ich gebe mir eine 8 oder 9 heute Abend,"Er sagte. „Ich glaube an meine Geschwindigkeit. Ich weiß, es gibt Typen wie [Abner] Stuten u [Löwe] Santa Cruz, die die Leute kennen, Aber ein Besuch in Riverside zeigt mir, dass ich mit jedem einsteigen kann.“
Cevera wurde die 182nd Karrierekämpfer, um seinen ungeschlagenen Rekord zu verlierenShoBox. „Ich wusste, dass Ruben Villa ein sehr schneller Kämpfer ist, weil ich ein Video von ihm gesehen habe, aber ich wusste nicht, dass er so schnell ist,sagte Cervera. „Er ist viel schneller, wenn man ihn im Ring sieht. Ich versuchte alles, was ich konnte, aber meine Distanz war weg. Ich konnte sie mit ein paar Kombinationen treffen und er hat wahrscheinlich meine Kraft gespürt. Ich bin mit der Entscheidung der Richter nicht einverstanden, er war heute Abend der bessere Mann.“
In der Sendung Opener, Kubas Schwergewicht Frank Sanchez (11-0, 9 KOs) überwand eine 14-minütige Verzögerung zwischen der ersten und zweiten Runde und schlug den ehemaligen College-Football-Spieler Willie Jake aus, Jr. (8-2-1, 2 KOs) bei 2:59 der zweiten Runde. Beide Kämpfer saßen ruhig auf ihren Hockern, während örtliche Promoter daran arbeiteten, zwei der Seile zu reparieren, die von ihrem Posten gefallen waren.Siehe Kampf-HighlightsHIER.
Nach der Kontrolle der Aktion in der ersten Runde, Franks rohe Schläge überwältigten den schwereren Jake einfach, Er erwischte ihn mit einem Blick nach rechts zum Kopf und einem Handschellenhaken am Körper, der dazu führte, dass Jake mit dem Gesicht voran auf die Leinwand fiel und der Kampf mit nur einer verbleibenden Sekunde in der zweiten Runde abgewinkt wurde.
Sanchez war der genauere Jäger, der landete 39 Prozent seiner Power-Shots zu Jakes 25 Prozent. Er hat auch den gebürtigen Indianapoliser komplett überholt (28-15) und in gelandeten Kraftschüssen (20-14).
„Ich wollte der Welt zeigen, dass ich die neue kubanische Box-Sensation bin,“, sagte Sánchez, der in Guantánamo aufgewachsen ist, Kuba, und lebt jetzt in Miami. „Ich habe nicht zugelassen, dass die Ringseilverzögerung meine Leistung beeinträchtigt. Ich war bereit zu gehen, egal was passierte. Mein Manager, der großartige Richard Steele [ehemaliger Boxschiedsrichter] bereitet bereits meinen nächsten Kampf vor. Ich komme für alle im Schwergewicht. Alle Konkurrenten sollten besser aufpassen.“
Die Veranstaltung wurde von Devin Haney Promotions und Bishop Promotions LLC gefördert, in Verbindung mit Banner Promotions und Thompson Boxing. Die komplette Sendung wird am Montag wiederholt, Januar 14 bei 10 p.m. ET / PT auf EXTREME Showtime und wird auf Showtime ANYTIME zur Verfügung® und Showtime-on-Demand®.
Barry Tompkins nannte die Aktion vom Ring aus, wobei der Boxhistoriker Steve Farhood und der frühere Weltmeister Raul Marquez als Expertenanalysten fungierten. Der Executive Producer war Gordon Hall mit Richard Gaughan produzierenden und Rick Phillips Regie.
Seit seiner Gründung im Juli 2001, von der Kritik gefeierten Showtime-Serie Boxen, ShoBox: Die neue Generation hat vorgestellten jungen Talenten abgestimmt zäh. DieShoBox Philosophie ist es, im Fernsehen spannend, vielen gefallen und Pflichtspiele und gleichzeitig ein Testfeld für bereit Aussichten entschlossen, für einen WM-Kampf. Einige der wachsenden Liste von der 79 Kämpfer, die auf erschienenShoBox und erweiterte den WM-Titel zu sammeln beinhaltet: Errol Spence Jr., Andre Ward, Deontay Wilder, Erislandy Lara, Shawn Porter, Gary Russell Jr., Lamont Peterson, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Nonito Donaire, Devon Alexander, Carl Froch, Robert Guerrero, Timothy Bradley, Jessie Vargas, Juan Manuel Lopez, Chad Dawson, Paulie Malignaggi, Ricky Hatton, Kelly Pavlik, Paul Williams und mehr.
Der 20-jährige Einwohner von Las Vegas tritt live gegen den ehemaligen südafrikanischen Meister an 10 p.m. ET / PT
KlickenHIER Für Fotos; Kredit Rosie Cohe / Showtime
SHREVEPORT- Januar 10, 2019 – Der ungeschlagene Leichtgewichtler und aufstrebende Star Devin Haney und sein ungeschlagener Kollege Xolisani Ndongeni haben beide nur einen Tag vor ihrem Gewicht zugelegtShoBox: Die neue Generation 10-Round Main Event Schlagzeilen ein Tripleheader live auf SHOWTIME (10 p.m. ET / PT) von StageWorks of Louisiana in Shreveport.
Die frühreife Haney (20-0, 13 KOs), ein siebenmaliger nationaler Junioren-Amateurmeister, der im Alter zum Profi wurde 17, Schlagzeilen anShoBox zum dritten Mal, als er es mit dem 28-jährigen Südafrikaner Ndongeni aufnimmt (25-0, 13 KOs), der wie Haney ungeschlagen ist und vier Monate im Mayweather Gym in Las Vegas trainiert 2017.
Die Veranstaltung wird von Devin Haney Promotions und Bishop Promotions LLC gefördert, in Verbindung mit Banner Promotions und Thompson Boxing. Tickets, ab $30, sind ab sofort im Angebot und unter erhältlich www.akafights.com.
ImShoBox Ko-Funktion, Leichtgewichtler Ruben Villa (14-0, 5 KOs) von Salinas, Calif., wird es mit Ruben Cervera aufnehmen (10-0, 9 KOs) von Kolumbien in einem Acht-Runden-Matchup. Die Sendung wird mit dem jungen Schwergewicht Frank Sanchez eröffnet (10-0, 8 KOs) aus Kuba und dem ehemaligen College-Football-Spieler Willie Jake Jr. (8-1-1, 2 KOs) von Indianapolis, Ind., in einem weiteren Acht-Runden-Kampf abschließen.
Alle Kämpfer wogen im Paradise Theatre im Margaritaville Resort Casino.
Endgewicht, SCHIEDSRICHTER UND RICHTER
Leichter 10-Runden-Kampf
Devin Haney – 134 ½ lbs.
Xolisani Ndongeni - 134 ¾ lbs.
Schiedsrichter: Bruce McDaniel (Monroe, Die.); Jury: Laurence Cole (Dallas), Pat Dayton (Monroe, Die.), Micky Lofton (Monroe, Die.)
8-Runden-Kampf im Federgewicht
Ruben Villa – 126 ¾ lbs.
Ruben Cervera- 126 ½ kg.
(Vertragsgewicht ist 128 Pfund)
Schiedsrichter: Laurence Cole (Dallas); Jury: Bruce McDaniel (Monroe, Die.), Pat Dayton (Monroe, Die.), Micky Lofton (Monroe, Die.)
8-Runden-Kampf im Schwergewicht
Frank Sanchez- 216 ¼ Pfund.
Willie Jake Jr. - 239 ½ kg.
Schiedsrichter: Bruce McDaniel (Monroe, Die.); Jury: Laurence Cole (Dallas), Pat Dayton (Monroe, Die.), Micky Lofton (Monroe, Die.)
FINAL ZITATE:
DEVIN HANEY:
„Dies ist ein 10-Runden-Kampf um die WBO Intercontinental- und WBC International-Gürtel, Es ist also eine große Sache. Das ist für mich ein echter Schritt nach oben.
„Für mich ist es wichtig, mir in verschiedenen Gegenden des Landes einen Namen zu machen. Ich habe in Südkalifornien und Philadelphia gekämpft, und jetzt kämpfe ich in Louisiana. In diesem Kampf werde ich zeigen, wer Devin Haney ist. In diesem Kampf werde ich meine Fähigkeiten unter Beweis stellen und mein ganzes Arsenal zeigen.
„Mein Stil ist kein Stil, den die Leute bekämpfen wollen. Ich werde gegen jeden kämpfen, der da draußen ist. Wir haben nicht viele Rückrufe bekommen. Ich hatte andere Angebote von allen Top-Werbefirmen, aber ich möchte unabhängig bleiben und meine eigenen entscheidungen treffen.
„Mein Gegner hat einen ungeschickten Stil. Ich weiß, dass er viel Selbstvertrauen hat und er glaubt, dass er mich schlagen kann. Das ist großartig für ihn, aber er hat noch niemanden mit meiner Kombination aus Geschwindigkeit und Kraft konfrontiert.
„Am Ende meiner Karriere fände ich es toll, wenn die Welt weiter sagen würde, ‚Ich weiß nicht, ob er einen Schlag einstecken kann.‘ Das wäre das Ziel.“
ENTSCHULDIG DICH BEI DER WAND:
„Ich habe vier Monate lang mit Jungs in Mayweathers Fitnessstudio in Las Vegas trainiert und trainiert 2017. Ich habe viel gelernt und tolle Erfahrungen gemacht.
„Ich sehe einen Jungen, gute Aussichten in Devin Haney. Ich muss mich nur an meinen Spielplan halten. Er merkt nicht, wie schnell ich bin. Ich zeige verschiedene Looks, und wissen, was er vorhat. Was auch immer Haney mitbringt, Ich passe mich an.
„Ich war in einigen tiefen Gewässern und habe mehr Runden als Haney. Diese Erfahrung wird sich für mich auszahlen.
„Ich bin in meiner Karriere einmal niedergeschlagen worden. Es war früh und ich kam zurück, um ihn fünfmal niederzuschlagen und den Kampf zu gewinnen.
„Haney will als Anwärterin bezeichnet werden. Ich war ein Anwärter und ich weiß, was es braucht, um an der Spitze des Sports zu stehen. Ich habe noch nie einen Kampf geführt, auf den ich nicht vorbereitet war oder dachte, dass ich nicht gewinnen könnte.“
RUBEN-VILLA
„Das ist aufregend und darauf haben wir hingearbeitet. Das Vertragsgewicht ist 128 für diesen Kampf, aber ich bin ein natürliches Federgewicht 126. Ich bin ein Linkshänder, aber ein natürlicher Rechtshänder. Ich werfe viele Jabs, das ist mein Stil.
„Ich repräsentiere Salinas und möchte eines Tages Weltmeister werden. Ich bin nur 21 Jahre alt, und schon weiter zu kämpfenShoBox ist ein wahr gewordener Traum.
„Die Leute sagen, ich habe keine Knockouts, aber es ist in meinem Kopf und sie werden kommen. Die Macht und Knockouts werden kommen.
„Ich habe einmal Devin geschlagen [Haney] durch einstimmigen Beschluss bei den Amateuren. Ich war 15, und es war im Finale der Junior Olympics. Devin ist wirklich geschickt und aggressiv und er bewegt sich gut. So hast du ihn geschlagen.
Ruben Cervera
„Ich war noch nie in den USA., und ich liebe es hier. Die Pressekonferenz und die Menge an Aufmerksamkeit, die dieser Kampf bekommt, ist erstaunlich. Ich bin es gewohnt, solche Sachen im Fernsehen zu sehen. Aber meine Gedanken sind voll und ganz auf diesen Kampf konzentriert.
„Ich habe Kraft in all meinen Schlägen. Ich bin ein starker Kämpfer, der in seiner Karriere einen Schritt nach oben machen muss. Ich bin jung, nur 20 Jahre alt, Also bin ich bestrebt, meine Karriere in Gang zu bringen.
„Ich weiß, dass Villa ein Rechtsausleger ist. Ich habe in meiner Karriere mehrmals gegen Linkshänder gekämpft und hatte kein Problem damit.
„Es gibt viele Talente in Kolumbien, aber es gibt nicht die Ressourcen, um eine gute Karriere zu machen. Man muss viel opfern und das habe ich getan.“
Frank Sanchez
„Ich bin 6 Fuß 4 groß und nutze meine Größe zu meinem Vorteil. Ich bin von Kuba aus übergelaufen 2016 und meine Familie ist immer noch in Kuba. Mein Bruder ist der Einzige hier in den Staaten mit mir.
„Ich lebe jetzt in Miami und trainiere dort. Das wird jetzt meine Heimatbasis sein.
„Ich würde gerne kämpfen [Deontay] Wilder. Ich möchte Weltmeister werden, vielleicht werde ich es eines Tages. Seine Technik ist ein bisschen wild.
„Ich hatte großartige Amateurerfahrung und bin ein ehemaliges Mitglied der kubanischen Amateur-Nationalmannschaft. Ich weiß, das wird mir helfen. Ich weiß, dass es noch nie einen Schwergewichts-Champion aus Kuba gegeben hat, und ich plane, der Erste zu sein.“
Willie Jake jr.
„Indianapolis ist eine schwierige Stadt für Boxer, weil dort nicht viel los ist.
„Ich habe College-Football gespielt [für das Pasadena City College] aber ich verletzte mich am Handgelenk und beschloss, zum Militär zu gehen.
"[Frank] ist ein kleiner Kerl. Er braucht etwas Reifung. Ich weiß, dass sie es dort in Kuba anders machen, aber wir beide kämpfen für unsere Familien. Ich werde ihn wissen lassen, dass er ein Cruisergewicht sein muss.
Undefeated Top Lightweight Contender Haney Faces Fellow Unbeaten Ndongeni In The Main Event of ShoBox: Freitag der neuen Generation, Januar 11 Live auf Showtime®
SHREVEPORT, Die.(Januar 9, 2019) – One of boxing’s most promising rising stars, unbeaten lightweight Devin Haney, and fellow undefeated Xolisani Ndongeni, kicked off fight week with a final press conference Wednesday at Paradise Theatre in Margaritaville Resort Casino ahead of theirShoBox: Die neue Generationmain event bout this Friday, Januar 11 bei 10 p.m. ET/PT live on SHOWTIME from StageWorks of Louisiana in Shreveport.
Der 20-jährige aus der Bay Area stammende und gegenwärtige Einwohner von Las Vegas Haney (20-0, 13 KOs), ein siebenmaliger nationaler Junioren-Amateurmeister, headlines the popular prospect-oriented series for the third time when he takes on South Africa’s Ndongeni (25-0, 13 KOs), an unbeaten 28-year-old who once held the IBO’s belt at 135 Pfund.
Die Veranstaltung wird von Devin Haney Promotions und Bishop Promotions LLC gefördert, in association with Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing. Tickets, ab $30, sind ab sofort im Angebot und unter erhältlichwww.akafights.com.
ImShoBox Ko-Funktion, Leichtgewichtler Ruben Villa (14-0, 5 KOs) wird es mit Ruben Cervera aufnehmen (10-0, 9 KOs) in einem Acht-Runde Matchup. Die Sendung wird mit jungen Schwergewichten Frank Sanchez Faure eröffnet (10-0, 8 KOs) und Willie Jake Jr. (8-1-1, 2 KOs) in einem weiteren Acht-Runden-Kampf abschließen.
Hier ist, was der Pressekonferenz Teilnehmer hatten zu sagen,:
DEVIN HANEY
“After this fight I want the whole world to know I’m no longer a prospect. Ich bin ein Kämpfer.
“I feel I have something to prove. I’m not just going for the win on Friday night, I want to make a statement. Ich möchte gut aussehen. I want to show the world what I’m capable of.
“I think that with a win against a fighter like Ndongeni, der Himmel ist die Grenze. This fight is going to take me to the next level.”
ENTSCHULDIG DICH BEI DER WAND
“Come Friday night, it’s going to be show time. Because, with all due respect, I’m no pushover and I didn’t come here to lose.
“I’ve been in the game for a long time. I have fought many styles and I’ve seen it all. I’m not scared.
“We are not looking for anything less than a win. I’m not leaving here without one.”
RUBEN-VILLA
“I know my opponent is a really good fighter but I don’t feel any additional pressure. This is what we trained for – a tough fight. I’m excited for Friday night. I’m eager to perform.
“Being able to fight on TV is going to finally put me on the map. After Friday night, people are going to be talking about me. They are going to see what I’m made of.”
Ruben Cervera
“I’m originally from Colombia and traveling all the way here has not been easy, but we came ready. We had a very successful camp. We did everything we wanted to do and more.
“I’m excited to fight on national television in the United States. I want to showcase what Colombian fighters are made off.
“I know my opponent is good, und ungeschlagen, but only the best man will win, and that is going to be me.”
Willie Jake jr.
“I’m thankful for the opportunity. This is an important fight for me. During training camp, I took one day at a time, step by step. I’m prepared for the challenge.
“I don’t underestimate my opponent, I will listen to my corner and I will put up a great fight.”
