WBO Middleweight Champion Hammer Takes on Fellow Middleweight Champion Claressa Shields for Undisputed Middleweight Championship Saturday, Aprilie 13 Live pe SHOWTIME® from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City
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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. (Aprilie 5, 2019) – Before she arrived in New York Thursday for the final part of her training camp, WBO mijlocie campion mondial Christina Hammershared her thoughts on her showdown for the Undisputed Middleweight Championship against WBA, WBC and IBF Middleweight ChampionClaressa Shields Sâmbătă aprilie 13 live on SHOWTIME from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
Germany’s Hammer has held a middleweight world title since 2010, defending it numerous times including in her U.S. debut last June on SHOWTIME in which she defeated Tori Nelson. Now she looks to stamp her name in the history books in this matchup against Shields that many are calling the most significant fight in women’s boxing history.
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, care este promovat de Salita Promoții, sunt la pretul de $150, $100, $55 și $35 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
Here are highlights of what Hammer had to say as we head into fight week for this historic event:
How excited are you about fighting in the U.S.?
Christina Hammer: “I’m really excited about it because this is a very big fight. I can’t wait to get there, step into the ring and put on a great performance.”
Ce înseamnă această luptă pentru tine?
CH: “This is going to be the biggest women’s fight in history. Suntem amândoi campioni, she has Olympic gold medals and other accolades, so with all of that combined, it’s going to be a game changer for our sport.”
What do you need to do to win?
CH: “I’m a long time champion and I know what to do in the ring. I know I have the skills to beat her. I have great foot work and my goal is to beat her badly.”
What do you think of Claressa inside and outside of the ring?
CH: “Claressa has obviously accomplished a lot going back to the Olympics. This is a big step for her and I think it’s going to be a challenge for her. As a person, she’s just my opponent, that’s all.”
Can you describe your style of fighting and what fans can expect on April 13?
CH: “I’m tall for my division so I use my reach. I have great footwork and technique and power and I want to show off all those skills. I’m going to show that Christina Hammer is a great champion. I like to play with my opponent, and when the moment is right, I beat her down.”
Can you talk about your experiences as a fashion model and why that’s important to you?
CH: “I like modeling because it’s a different part of me. You can be more feminine and athletic. I did my first shoot three years ago and I had never done anything like that. I’ve worked on my skills there too.
“To be a model is an easy job, it just gives me confidence. Being a fighter is hard. You have to give everything, because in the ring you can’t run away. You have to fight and defeat someone.”
Would you ever want to compete in another sport?
CH: “I don’t know. Boxing is the best sport to me. It’s my passion. I give everything to the sport and my dream now is to be successful in America.”
Is there anyone in boxing history you’d have loved to fight?
CH: “Laila Ali was a great champion and If I fought her that would be a great fight.”
Do you see women’s boxing as a sport on the rise?
CH: “Da, it’s really grown in recent years. There are more fights on big platforms for us and I think this is just the start.”
Would you recommend for other women to go into boxing?
CH: “Boxing is a great sport. You need technique, intelligence and it makes you feel more confident. If something happens, you can take care of yourself. It’s the best workout and I suggest it to everyone.”
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ABOUT SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer will pit undefeated middleweight world champions Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer against each other in a battle to crown the undisputed 160-pound world champion, in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history. The co-feature will pit Jermaine Franklin taking on Rydell Booker in a thrilling 10-round heavyweight bout and in the telecast opener, heavyweights Otto Wallin and Nick Kisner will battle in 10-round clash. The SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET/PT from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
“Christina doesn’t know what’s coming for her. I’m going to break that Hammer in half” – Shields
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from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City
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MIAMI(Aprilie 4, 2019) – WBA, WBC and IBF Middleweight World ChampionClaressa Shieldshosted a media workout at 5leaStreet Gym in Miami Thursday as she nears her showdown against WBO Middleweight World ChampionChristina Hammerfor the undisputed middleweight world championship Saturday April 13 live on SHOWTIME from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
The two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Shields and unbeaten Hammer will look to become the sixth fighter in history to unify all four major world titles in the main event of a SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION (9 p.m. ET / PT).
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, care este promovat de Salita Promoții, sunt la pretul de $150, $100, $55 și $35 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
Shields has been training in Florida for the last week with her trainer John David Jackson, after spending the previous five weeks at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado. Here is what Shields had to say Thursday:
CLARESSA SHIELDS
“Christina doesn’t know what’s coming for her. I’m going to break that Hammer in half.
“When we’re in there, it’s about who punches harder. Aceasta este o luptă reală. Just because she has height, doesn’t mean she’s going to dictate what happens. She’s going to have to do a lot to keep me off of her.
“I have two Olympic Gold Medals, three belts and more coming. I’ll have all the titles at the end of the night on April 13.
“I work hard, really hard. If I was a man, I would probably be one of the most famous boxers out there. There is a gender gap. We all know it. I’m working towards changing that. We work hard, we get less money and less recognition, but the world is changing. We are changing it.
“Hammer has been talking smack but I’m not worried about her. I’m just ready for a fight. She talks about a lot of stuff that has nothing to do with boxing. I’m waiting for her to say she’s going to hit me with an uppercut or something, but it’s more of the same.
“Being here in Florida to finish up camp has really been ideal. I’ve still been working extremely hard, but here I have a little extra space and sunshine. It was time for some new scenery in camp and I think this was the perfect move to take me into fight week.
“I’ve been working on my ‘Ali shuffle,’ this gym inspired me. Don’t be surprised if you see me break it out during the fight. I’ve got some tricks up my sleeve. At the press conference there will be some surprises too — I have an outfit picked that is going to steal the show.”
“This fight is long overdue and I’m just glad I’m going to get my chance to show her what a real champion is. Someone is going down on April 13 and I promise it’s not going to be me.
“People can say they’re not paying attention to you and not studying you, but they’re lying. I’m glad she’s looking at me closely though. Hammer flew one of my friends out there to be a sparring partner, not even knowing that she hasn’t sparred me in years and knows nothing about me. It makes me know I’m on her mind. She can spar with Ann Wolfe and she still isn’t going to beat me.”
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ABOUT SHIELDS vs. HAMMER
Shields vs. Hammer will pit undefeated middleweight world champions Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer against each other in a battle to crown the undisputed 160-pound world champion, in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history. The co-feature will pit Jermaine Franklin taking on Rydell Booker in a thrilling 10-round heavyweight bout and in the telecast opener, heavyweights Otto Wallin and Nick Kisner will battle in 10-round clash. The SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET/PT from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
UNBEATEN RISING HEAVYWEIGHTS JERMAINE FRANKLIN & OTTO WALLIN TALK UPCOMING BOUTS & ROAD TO HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
Franklin Battles Rydell Booker While Wallin Faces Nick Kisner Live on SHOWTIME® Sâmbătă, Aprilie 13 Leading Up to Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer Main Event from Boardwalk Hall în Atlantic City, NJ.
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. (Aprilie 3, 2019) – Unbeaten rising heavyweight contendersJermaine Franklinși Otto Wallinwill be looking to make a splash and announce themselves in the heavyweight division when they step in for separate bouts live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Aprilie 13 from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.
The SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air beginning at 9 p.m. ET/PT and is headlined by Claressa Shields battling Christina Hammer for the undisputed women’s middleweight championship.
Franklin will face Rydell Booker while Wallin takes on Nick Kisner in a pair of 10-round attractions leading up to the main event. For both Franklin and Wallin, they see April 13 as a step towards their larger goals.
“Booker is in the way of where I’m eventually trying to be,” said Franklin. “I’m part of that next generation of heavyweights and I’m working hard to end up as the heavyweight champion when the dust settles. I always find a way to win and I’m going to show it on April 13.”
“Coming to the U.S. for the second part of my career is very exciting,” said Wallin. “I’ve accomplished a lot in my career in Europe but this is a new beginning. This is the moment I’ve been dreaming of since I first laced up mitts and I can’t wait to introduce myself to the fans here.”
A 25-year-old from Saginaw, Michigan, Franklin hopes to show that he’s primed to become the next American heavyweight champion, and is ready to take the mantle from current WBC titlist Deontay Wilder and the long line of American heavyweight champions that came before him.
“I’m going to raise the competition amongst the heavyweights,” said Franklin. “The division is definitely back on the map and I’m planning on having a hand in making it must-watch TV once again. America needs another face in the heavyweight division and that’s going to be me.
“I already believe that I am the best heavyweight in the world. There are a lot of big, strong heavyweights, but I’m a balanced athlete, which makes me different. Sunt tare, rapid, athletic and getting better with each fight.”
Although his native Sweden is not known for boxing, Wallin’s home country has previously produced a heavyweight champion in Ingemar Johansson, who famously stopped Floyd Patterson in their first fight at Yankee Stadium in 1959. After defeating fellow Swedish heavyweight Adrian Granat in his last fight, Wallin decided it was time to fight in the U.S., following previous training camps in New York with trainer Joey Gamache.
“Training here in New York brings me a great energy and it shows in my performance,” said Wallin. “It’s the center of the world, and while I’m fully focused on training, I feed off the energy of the city.
“Ingemar Johansson is of course a big inspiration for me. When he came to the U.S. and beat Floyd Patterson, he was the baddest man on the planet. I’m looking to take that mantle and become a hero for young Swedish boxers, just like he has been for me.”
In addition to being Wallin’s U.S. debut, the unbeaten heavyweights will make their first appearances on SHOWTIME and it will be Franklin’s first time fighting in the northeast. They each hope to show off their respective talents and are prepared for what comes with the increased platform.
“This is a great chance for me to showcase my skills, but I still treat it like just another fight,” said Franklin. “I’m going to adapt to my opponent and expose his weaknesses. I’m always improving because once you think you know it all, that’s when you find out you know nothing.”
“I’m just a kid from a small town in Sweden and I’ve worked hard to get to this point,” said Wallin. “Training here in the U.S. and fighting here is going to help me put on the best performance of my career. The fun begins on April 13 and I’m not stopping until I am champion.”
Both recently signed with Dmitriy Salita’s Salita Promotions and on April 13 will begin a year that could leave each fighter on the precipice of a title shot.
“În data 13 two of the best heavyweight in the world, one from the U.S., one from Sweden, will both have a chance to make a claim that they are ready to challenge for the heavyweight title,” Said Word.
“Jermaine Franklin is by far the best American heavyweight prospect who is soon to be a contender and a champion. He will have a great opportunity to showcase his skills and worth against the experienced, hungry and accomplished Rydell Booker.
“Boxing is a sport of individual stories and Otto Wallin is a great example of that. A top-rated heavyweight from a small town in Sweden, he is showing that dreams, combined with hard work, can come true. He is one of the best heavyweight contenders from Europe and on April 13 he will show that he belongs with the elite in the U.S.”
With this opportunity to announce themselves in the resurgent heavyweight division, Franklin and Wallin are keyed for eye-opening performances next Saturday.
“My ultimate goal is to become world champion and I believe right now I’m on the right path,” said Wallin, care este clasat pe locul nr. 5 by the IBF and WBA. “I had good years fighting in Europe, but now is the time for me to go to the next level. I can’t wait to show everyone what I’m all about and give the fans great fights.”
“I’m planning to be a major force in the heavyweight division by the end of the year,” said Franklin. “It’s my coming out party. I feel like my dreams are going to come true. I’m going to show everyone who I am: the best new heavyweight in the world.”
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, care este promovat de Salita Promoții, sunt la pretul de $150, $100, $55 și $35 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
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ABOUT SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer will pit undefeated middleweight world champions Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer against each other in a battle to crown the undisputed 160-pound world champion, in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history. The co-feature will pit Jermaine Franklin taking on Rydell Booker in a thrilling 10-round heavyweight bout and in the telecast opener, heavyweights Otto Wallin and Nick Kisner will battle in 10-round clash. The SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET/PT from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
Viktor Postol And France’s Mohamed Mimoune Battle in 140-Pound Title Eliminator Plus Rising Heavyweight Sensation Efe Ajagba Meets Once-Beaten Michael Wallisch onSHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®Tripleheader
Presented by Premier Boxing Champions from The Chelsea Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Tickets on Sale Monday, Aprilie 1!
LAS VEGAS – (Martie 29, 2019) – Former lightweight world championRobert Paste Jr.and former two-division championRances Barthelemy will meet for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title on Saturday, Aprilie 27 live on SHOWTIME from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will also feature former super lightweight championViktor Postol taking on France’sMohamed Mimounein a WBC super lightweight title eliminator, while rising heavyweight sensationEfe Ajagbalooks to remain unbeaten against once-beaten GermanMichael Wallisch într-o atracție grea 10-a rundă.
Easter vs. Barthelemy pits two highly skilled and explosive former 135-pound champions against each other as they look to grab a title and vault themselves back into the top echelon of the lightweight division.
Easter will return to the ring for the first time since losing his IBF title in a unification showdown with WBC Champion and pound-for-pound great Mikey Garcia last July on SHOWTIME. Barthelemy is undefeated at 135 pounds and returns to the lightweight division for his second fight since losing a 140-pound title rematch to Kiryl Relikh last March on SHOWTIME.
“Two former champions looking to reclaim their championship status speaks for itself in terms of the action and will to win that Easter and Barthelemy will bring on April 27,” a declarat Leonard Ellerbe, CEO al Mayweather Promoții. “Both guys have already proven that they have what it takes to take care of business at this level. The eliminator bout, with Postol bringing his experience and Mohamed looking to take advantage of the opportunity, is a great lead-in to the main event attraction. Mai Mult, Efe Ajagba will bring his A+ game in pursuit of a victory over Michael Wallisch. The fans in attendance at the Cosmopolitanhere in Las Vegas, and tuning in on SHOWTIME, are in for a treat.”
“Easter vs. Barthelemy is a true 50-50 fight that will end with one of these fighters leaving the ring with one of the top spots in the lightweight division,” spuse Tom Brown, Președintele TGB Promoții. “Both are former world champions at lightweight and possess the styles and attributes that should make this an action-packed match. Combined with a very competitive title eliminator between Viktor Postol and Mohamed Mimoune, plus the can’t-miss punching power of Efe Ajagba, this is going to be a dramatic night on SHOWTIME and at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.”
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with About Billions Promotions, go on sale Monday, Aprilie 1, și poate fi achiziționat de la www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.comor through Ticketmaster.
The 28-year-old Easter (21-1, 14 KO) won the IBF Lightweight Championship in 2016 by edging an exciting split-decision against then-unbeaten and current IBF titleholder Richard Commey. After two successful title defenses in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio, Easter defeated former champion Javier Fortuna by decision in a January 2018 fight in SHOWTIME.
That victory set up a unification with WBC champion Mikey Garcia, in which Easter survived an early knockdown to push Garcia the full 12 rounds before coming up short on the scorecards. At 5-foot-11, Easter has continued to show the combination of size, skill and athleticism that made him a highly regarded prospect following an amateur career that featured a spot as an alternate on the 2012 S.U.A.. Echipa olimpică.
“I’ve wanted to fight Barthelemy since he had the lightweight title and vacated it, and now I have the chance,” said Easter. “He has an awkward style and I’m up for that challenge. I am still coming in as the taller fighter with a reach advantage and I’ll use it to make this fight go how I want it to. He is a former world champion and he is coming to bring it just like I am.”
A decorated Cuban amateur who hails from a boxing family that includes his older brother, Olympic Gold Medalist Yan, and younger brother, unbeaten featherweight Leduan, Rances Barthelemy (27-1, 14 KO) will return to lightweight to vie against one of the best fighters in the division. The 32-year-old now trains in Las Vegas and previously captured a 135-pound belt by defeating Denis Shafikov in December 2015.
Barthelemy won a 130-pound championship by defeating Argenis Mendez in 2014 and attempted to become the first Cuban three-division champion when he moved up to 140-pounds for his first fight against Relikh, a title eliminator that he won by decision. After dropping the rematch to Relikh in a vacant title fight on SHOWTIME, Barthelemy returned to the ring in December and stopped Robert Frankel.
“I’m looking forward to a great fight against Robert Easter Jr,” Said Barthelemy. “I know I have what it takes to beat him and capture another title and become a three-time world champ. My best performances have come at 135 de lire sterline. Both of us are former world champions who are hungry and will give the fans a sensational night of boxing. I’ve never lost at lightweight and that will continue on April 27. Don’t miss this fight on SHOWTIME. It’s now or never!”
Originally from Ukraine, but now fighting out of Los Angeles, Postol (30-2, 12 KO) previously earned a 140-pound world title by knocking out Lucas Matthysse in 2015. The 35-year-old dropped the title in a unification showdown with Terence Crawford in 2016 before bouncing back by defeating then unbeaten Jamshidbek Najmiddinov. Last June he dropped a decision to unbeaten contender Josh Taylor and most recently he defeated Siar Ozgul in November.
The 31-year-old Mimoune (21-2, 2 KO) a luptat profesional de la 2010 și va face S.U.A. lui. debut against Postol on April 27. Representing Haute-Garonne, Franța, el este neinvinsa in ultimul său 10 fights dating back to 2014. His last five victories have come in 12-round decisions, including two last year over then unbeaten Emiliano Dominguez and most recently against Franck Petitjean.
Nigeria’s Ajagba (9-0, 8 KO) gained notoriety last August 24 when his opponent, Curtis Harper, walked out of the ring after touching gloves to start the first round. The 24-year-old, 2016 Nigerian Olympian won the fight without throwing a punch as Harper was disqualified. In his last fight Ajagba, who lives in Stafford, Texas and trains with Ronnie Shields, defeated his toughest competition to date by stopping longtime contender Amir Mansour after two rounds.
Combaterea din Munchen, Germania, Wallisch (19-1, 12 KO) won his first 19 pro fights after turning pro in 2010, including a German heavyweight title-winning performance in 2013 against Alexander Kahl. The 33-year-old fought three times last year, picking up two knockout victories before losing to Christian Hammer in December.
Sâmbătă, Aprilie 13 from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City Headlined by Shields vs. Hammer Battle for Undisputed Middleweight Championship Live on SHOWTIME®
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. (Martie 26, 2019) – Undercard action on Saturday, Aprilie 13 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City will feature an exciting lineup, including a women’s featherweight world title matchup and unbeaten prospects stepping in the ring, leading up to the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader headlined by the Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer showdown for the undisputed 160-pound world championship.
The undercard lineup is highlighted by unbeaten RussianElena Gradinar(9-0, 2 KO) vying for her first world title when she takes on former two-time title challengerBrenda Karen Carabajal(15-4-1, 9 KO) for the vacant IBF Featherweight World Championship.
“Women’s boxing is experiencing monumental growth throughout the world and as part of this historic night, we wanted to showcase top talent in significant fights,” said Dmitriy Salita, President of Salita Promotions. “I am delighted to feature two top contenders fighting for the vacant IBF Featherweight World Title as highly-regarded and unbeaten Russian fighter Elena Gradinar and longtime Argentinian contender Karen Carbajal will battle to become champion. Top to bottom, Aprilie 13 will be a memorable night for boxing fans around the world.”
In super flyweight action, 23-year-old Detroit-nativeJa’Rico O’Quinn(11-0, 8 KO) looks to remain unbeaten in an eight-round fight against Northfield, Minnesota’sVicente Alfaro Martinez(9-4, 3 KO).
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, care este promovat de Salita Promoții, sunt la pretul de $150, $100, $55 și $35 și sunt în vânzare acum. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
The action will also include former heavyweight title challengerSamuel Peter(37-6, 30 KO) a lua pe lui Mexic Mario Heredia (15-6-1, 13 KO) in an eight-round matchup andJesse Angel Hernandez(12-2, 7 KO) of Fort Worth, Texas stepping in for an eight round super bantamweight contest against New Jersey’sEdgar Joe Cortes(6-4-1). Cremene, Michigan-nativeDarrion Lawsonwill look for his second pro win in as many fights when he facesSaul Almeida într-un meci super-mijlocie,.
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ABOUT SHIELDS vs. HAMMER Shields vs. Hammer will pit undefeated middleweight world champions Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer against each other in a battle to crown the undisputed 160-pound world champion, in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history. The co-feature will pit Jermaine Franklin taking on Rydell Booker in a thrilling 10-round heavyweight bout and in the telecast opener, heavyweights Otto Wallin and Nick Kisner will battle in 10-round clash. The SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader will air live on SHOWTIME at 9 p.m. ET/PT from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ.
“Every man I’ve faced; they’ve landed on the canvas. I’m going to continue to do that on May 18,” – Wilder
“I’m sick of seeing this guy walking around with his belt. I’m going to put him down,” – BREAZEALE
WBC Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder Defends His Title Against Mandatory Challenger Dominic Breazeale on Saturday, Mai 18 Live pe SHOWTIME®De la Barclays Center din Brooklyn
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BROOKLYN (Martie 19, 2019) – WBC la categoria grea Champion Deontay “Bombardierul bronz” Wilder and mandatory challengerDominic “Necaz” BREAZEALE went face-to-face Tuesday at a heated press conference to officially announce their heavyweight title showdown taking place Saturday, Mai 18 live pe SHOWTIME de la Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™ and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Tickets for this BombZquad event go on sale Friday, Martie 22 la 10 a.m. ET and can be purchased atticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com, sau prin apel 800-745-3000. Început sâmbătă, Martie 23 la 12 p.m. ȘI, tickets can be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Reduceri pentru grupuri sunt disponibile prin apel la 844-bklyn-GP.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday from Barclays Center:
DEONTAY WILDER
“It’s a pleasure to be back here in Brooklyn. Barclays Center is very close to my heart. I’ve been here so many times and I have a real connection to this arena. I’ve had some of my most memorable moments in the ring here.
“It’s always great to get a mandatory out of the way. They’re like flies buzzing in my ear. I just want to get them out of the way so I can do great things for the heavyweight division. I want one champion, one face, one name, but you need a lot of cooperation to make that happen.
“I want to prove to the world that I’m the best. That’s what I believe in my heart. Until someone proves me wrong, I will continue to believe that. Breazeale is the next man in line. Abia aștept pe acesta.
“I’m just going to show everyone on May 18. The way I feel right now, the fight could be this week. The champion must always be ready for whatever a challenger can bring.
“I hope he’s training his hardest. I’m glad he has Virgil Hunter on his side to show him something new. Every man I’ve faced; they’ve landed on the canvas. I’m going to continue to do that on May 18.
“No man who gets in the ring will be able to defeat Deontay Wilder. I hold the keys to the heavyweight division. No fighter is doing what I’m doing. I’m trying to give the fans something they’ve never seen before.
“Enjoy this one, because it’s going to be a massacre. Mai 18 will be a beautiful day for me and a beautiful day to see what I’m planning to do for the sport of boxing.”
DOMINIC BREAZEALE
“I’m super excited for this. I’ve been waiting over a year and a half for a shot at this title. I’ve got three knockouts here at Barclays Center and I can’t wait for another.
“I’m a great fighter but there are always things to be learned. I’ve learned a lot already with Virgil Hunter. I bring something that everyone wants to see from heavyweights, and that’s trouble. I’m going to bring pressure and action.
“I’m sick of seeing this guy walking around with his belt. I’m going to put him down. People are going to be rising to their feet when I knock him down.
“I’m so excited to get this fight. I’ve been on Deontay’s undercards and I steal the show every time. Deontay does nothing right in the ring. He looks like a circus-act. All he does is talk. But there’s nothing he can say on May 18.
“Deontay loves to hear his own voice. All he does is talk and talk. It’s time to get in the ring. Nobody can get in there and save him. It’s just me and him. Leather on leather. We’ll see who lands first. Hopefully he gets off the canvas.”
VIRGIL HUNTER, Breazeale’s Trainer
“It’s a pleasure to be here at Barclays Center for a heavyweight championship fight. We have a monumental task to try to overcome. Dominic and I connected last month and after a few workouts, we saw we had a good fit and an understanding of what needs to be done.
“Dominic works hard, he’s very determined and he knows that this is his opportunity and he can’t let it slip away from him. He also knows the risk at hand. We’re looking forward to May 18.”
STEPHEN Espinoza, Președintele Sport & Eveniment de programare, Showtime Networks Inc.
“We are thrilled to be bringing you Deontay Wilder vs. Dominic Breazeale on SHOWTIME. It would be an understatement to say that there has been a lot of speculation regarding Deontay’s future. We’re proud to have him on SHOWTIME. It was critical for Deontay, for the sport and his fans, that this fight be available not on pay-per-view, but on SHOWTIME. Because of his insistence, that’s the primary reason we’re standing here today.
“SHOWTIME is where this fight belongs. We’re the home of the biggest fights and best talents, month in and month out. This is where a heavyweight title fight belongs. This will be Deontay’s 12leaappearance on SHOWTIME and or SHOWTIME PPV and we’ve built something special.
“Recently ESPN named its World Fame 100, which lists the most talked about athletes in the world. Deontay is ranked 34, two slots behind Tom Brady and higher than any other active boxer in the sport. He’s a bonafide superstar, there is no question.
“Dominic Breazeale is big, puternic, experienced and powerful. Above all, el motivat. It’s no secret that there is a personal rivalry between these two fighters. This will not be a friendly promotion. There is genuine animosity. This is a premium fight and this is the heavyweight championship on May 18 live on SHOWTIME.”
Claressa Shields and Christina Hammer Meet in SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION® Evenimentul Principal To Crown Undisputed Women’s Middleweight Champion
NEW YORK – Martie 7, 2019 – Two undefeated heavyweight prospects will put their unblemished records on the line when they fight in separate bouts on Saturday, Aprilie 13 live on SHOWTIME from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J on the undercard of the Claressa Shields-Christina Hammer groundbreaking event. Top American heavyweight prospectJermaine Franklinwill take on former No. 1-clasat în S.U.A.. amator Rydell Bookerin the 10-round co-featured bout while undefeated Swedish heavyweightOtto Wallinwill battle highly decorated amateurNick Kisnerin a 10-round clash that will open the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader at 9 p.m. ET / PT.
În evenimentul principal, undefeated middleweight world champions Shields and Hammer will meet to crown the women’s undisputed 160-pound world champion in what is arguably the most significant women’s boxing event in history.
Biletele pentru evenimentul live, care este promovat de Salita Promoții, sunt la pretul de $150, $100, $55 și $35 și sunt în vânzare acum. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster and atboardwalkhall.com.
“The heavyweight division is as talented and exciting as ever,and we are thrilled to add two undefeated warriorsto the April 13 emisiune de televiziune,” said promoter Dmitriy Salita. “We have the best American heavyweight prospect in Jermaine Franklin and one of the best European heavyweight contenders in Otto Wallin. These fights will be tremendous lead-ins to the historic Shields vs. Hammer main event and will create a night to remember for boxing fans worldwide.”
The 25-year-old Franklin (17-0, 13 KO), from Saginaw, Mich., is a former amateur standout and a 2014 Campion național de mănuși de aur. A likely candidate to represent the U.S. la 2016 Jocuri olimpice, Franklin turned down the opportunity to compete for a spot on the team and instead chose to begin his professional career in 2015. Widely regarded as the top American heavyweight prospect, Franklin has built his undefeated record with relative ease since turning pro, knocking out nine of his first 10 professional opponents. Coming off a lopsided 10-round decision over Craig Lewis in July, Franklin aims to continue moving up the ranks of the resurgent heavyweight division in 2019 and position himself for a title shot.
“Eu nu pot aștepta – I am ready to show that I am the new man in the heavyweight division,” said Franklin. “Rydell is a good fighter but he is in the way of my goal of winning the heavyweight world title. Aprilie 13 will be my coming out party and I am very honored to have this opportunity on SHOWTIME.”
Booker (25-1, 12 KO), from Detroit, Mich., is a former No.1-ranked U.S. amateur who was once a rising heavyweight prospect with a 22-0 record. He suffered his lone defeat to former three-division world champion James Toney, who was coming off wins over Vassiliy Jirov and Evander Holyfield, în 2004. After serving a 12-year prison sentence, Booker has returned to the ring looking to get his life back on track and live up to his once promising expectations, registering three unanimous decision victories in 2018 under the tutelage of former world champion Jimmy Paul.
“It means a lot to have this opportunity to fight on SHOWTIME,” said the 38-year-old Booker, who sparred with heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in preparation for his September 2018 bout with Alexander Povetkin. “I’m ready to show my talents on a national stage so everyone will know who Rydell Booker is once again. I think Jermaine Franklin is a pretty good fighter but he has never fought anybody with my experience, knowledge in the ring or my ring savvy. I am going to teach him some new lessons on April 13. I have a bag full of goodies and tricks at my disposal that I will teach this young whipper snapper.”
Wallin (20-0, 13 KO), care va face sa S.U.A.. debut, a devenit profesionist în 2013 and has gradually risen in the rankings by recording 20 victorii consecutive. The 28-year-old southpaw, who originally played ice hockey and soccer in his native Sweden before finding the sweet science, won the Swedish Boxing Championship at 16-years-old, fought against Joshua twice as an amateur and was a member of the Swedish National Boxing Team. Currently ranked No. 5 by both the WBA and IBF, Wallin most recently won a 12-round unanimous decision over Adrian Granat in April 2018 and now has his sights set on becoming his country’s first Heavyweight Champion since Ingemar Johansson in 1960.
“I’m very excited about making my U.S. debut on SHOWTIME,” said Wallin, who has spent the last two years conducting training camp in New York with his trainer and former two-division champion Joey Gamache. “To be fighting on such a big card is very inspiring. I’ve been dreaming of this moment since I first started boxing at the age of 15. I will put on a good performance on April 13 and introduce myself to the American fans. I will be one step closer towards my goal of winning the heavyweight world title. Like I’ve said before, I’m a kid from a small town in Sweden and I’m proud of where I’m from and what I’ve achieved so far, but I feel like this is when all the fun starts.”
The 28-year-old Kisner (21-4-1, 6 KO) has competed at both cruiserweight and heavyweight since turning professional in 2010 after a successful amateur career. Among Kisner’s numerous amateur recognitions, the Baltimore, Md. native was a three-time National Silver Gloves Champion, two-time Junior National Golden Gloves Champion and Ringside World Champion. He holds the distinction of being the youngest boxer in American history ever to win a Men’s National Title in the heavyweight division at 17 ani. As a pro, three of Kisner’s four losses have come against opponents who boasted an undefeated record on fight night. În ultimul său meci, Kisner defended his WBA U.S. cruiserweight title with a majority decision win over Scott Sigmon.
“I’ve dreamt my whole life of one day fighting on national television and now that the time is here, I’m going to make the most of it,” said Kisner. “Wallin is very good but I’m going to prove I’m one of the best heavyweights on the planet. I have proven my ability to beat the best in the world at both the amateur and professional level and I will do it again on April 13.”
Barry Tompkins will call the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION action from ringside with boxing historian Steve Farhood and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. The executive producer of SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION is Gordon Hall with Richard Gaughan producing and Rick Phillips directing.
Sluggerul grea Luis Ortiz a primit o decizie unanimă Peste Christian Hammer
Eduardo Ramirez a marcat TKO în runda a noua pentru Bryan De Gracia În Telecast Opener Urmărește prezentarea Encore luni la 10 P. M. ET / PT Pornit SHOWTIME EXTREME® Faceți clic pe AICI pentru fotografii de la Stephanie Trapp / SHOWTIME & AICI pentru Fotografii de la Tom Casino/SHOWTIME
BROOKLYN (Martie 3, 2019) – Fost campion mondial de 154 de lire sterline Erislandy Lara și Campion WBA Super Welter Brian Castano s-a luptat sâmbătă la Barclays Center la o remiză foarte competitivă, casa BROOKLYN BOXING ™, într-un eveniment prezentat de Premier Boxing Champions. Cu remiza, Castaño își păstrează centura WBA în ceea ce a fost cel mai dur test al carierei sale împotriva vechiului jucător de 154 de lire Lara. Arbitrii au marcat lupta 115-113 (Castan), 115-113 (Lara) și 114-114.
Castan (15-0-1, 11 KO), care lupta în primul său U.S. main event, a avut un mare avantaj în conexiunile de putere (181-103) în timp ce Lara (25-3-3, 14 KO) a găsit succesul aterizand mâna stângă la mijloc în drum spre a 34 la sută să 27 avantaj procentual în precizia puterii.
În încheiere, lupta greu de marcat, cinci dintre runde au fost separate de trei sau mai puține conexiuni și trei dintre acele runde au favorizat-o pe Lara. În ultimele două runde, Castaño a crescut presiunea și a continuat 44 pumni, în timp ce Lara a aterizat numai 24 lovituri de pumni în rundele campionatului. Castaño a câștigat ultimele trei runde pe tabelele de punctaj ale tuturor celor trei judecători. Fără să facă asta, argentinianul și-ar fi pierdut cureaua.
După lupta aprig disputată, ambii luptatori au optiuni, inclusiv o revanșă, în divizia super welter bogată în talente.
„Știu că am câștigat lupta. Simt că am fost jefuit,” a spus un Castaño dezamăgit lui Jim Gray de la SHOWTIME. „Dacă vrea revanșa, Îi voi da revanșa. L-am așteptat de data asta ca să-l pot aștepta din nou dacă vrea revanșa. I-aș da revanșa dacă vrea. De asemenea, pot merge înainte și să lupt cu orice alt campion care vrea să lupte cu mine. Sunt pregătit pentru oricine mi-au pus în fața. Hurd sau oricine altcineva.”
Lara, pe de altă parte, a simțit că a făcut destul pentru a revendica centura: „Credeam că am câștigat lupta dând lovituri mai precise și mai eficiente. Castaño a venit să lupte, dar nu mi-a făcut niciodată rău, iar eu l-am rănit. Tot ce pot face este să ofer fanilor lupte grozave și asta voi continua să fac. Mai am multă luptă în mine și nu plec nicăieri.
„Dacă trebuie să ne luptăm cu el din nou, mă voi lupta cu el. Hurd sau Castaño. Cineva, Voi avea revanșa cu ambele.”
În co-caracteristica, Slugger cubanez la categoria grea Luis Ortiz (31-1, 26 KO) a obținut o victorie prin decizie unanimă asupra unui joc Hammer Christian (24-6, 14 KO). Deși judecătorii au marcat lupta 100-90 și 99-91 de două ori, ambii bărbați s-au luptat prin nasurile sângeroase în diferite momente ale luptei și ambii au fost uimiți într-o rundă a doua dus-întors.
Ortiz, care și-a câștigat a treia victorie consecutivă de când a renunțat la un joc palpitant cu campionul WBC la categoria grea Deontay Wilder în urmă cu un an, caută acum o altă lovitură pentru titlul mondial.
„Lupta nu a fost ceea ce mă așteptam,”A spus Ortiz. „A fost o luptă grea și colțul meu chiar a trebuit să lucreze cu mine. După ce am prins ritmul, M-am incalzit putin. Fiecare grea de acolo ar trebui să știe că o mai am la 40 de ani. Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder, Sunt gata. "
Deși Hammer a luptat cu mai multă energie și cu mai multă hotărâre decât în luptele anterioare cu alți grei de top Tyson Fury și Alexander Povetkin, Ortiz și-a folosit tehnica și abilitățile superioare pentru a ajunge în cele din urmă la decizia dezechilibrată. a făcut media Ortiz 45 lovituri aruncate pe rundă și aterizate 61 lovituri la doar 20 pentru Hammer, în timp ce se conectează 49 la sută din pumni sale de putere. Ortiz a făcut un efort conștient să atace corpul lui Hammer 33.6% din conexiunile sale totale (45 de 140) venind prin împușcături corporale.
„Am purtat o luptă pe care nu am mai avut-o de ani de zile, care este cutie și lucru,”A spus Ortiz. „Așa că nu sunt dezamăgit că nu l-am eliminat pentru că mi-am arătat unele dintre abilitățile mele de box în seara asta.”
“Ortiz este un luptător foarte bun și experimentat,” a spus Hammer, în vârstă de 31 de ani, care își făcea debutul american. „Este tehnic și deștept, dar nu este atât de intimidant pe cât spun oamenii că este. Îl respect pe Ortiz, dar nu cred că este cel mai bun luptător cu care m-am confruntat vreodată.
„Sunt foarte încrezător în continuare. Știu că pot merge departe cu oricine și sunt dispus să lupt cu oricine. Oamenii au crezut că voi fi eliminat, dar le-am dovedit că se înșeală.”
În deschizătorul de programe de televiziune, Eduardo Ramirez (22-1-3, 9 KO) prins Bryan Grace (24-2-1, 20 KO) cu un uppercut drept vicios în al nouălea, uimindu-și adversarul și deschizând brusc o luptă strânsă. Ramirez s-a năpustit asupra lui De Gracia năucit și a dezlănțuit un val de pumni care l-au forțat pe arbitrul Benjy Esteves să înceapă lupta la 2:10 din runda a noua.
Sudul Ramirez, de Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexic, era în urmă pe tabelele de punctaj la momentul opririi, potrivit a doi din trei judecători (al treilea o avea chiar). Ramirez, cunoscut că devine mai puternic în rundele ulterioare, conectat 36 lovește pumnii în runda numărul nouă, de departe cel mai mare total de conexiuni al său din noapte. Deși De Gracia era luptătorul mai agresiv, panamezul nu a reușit să aterizeze în mod constant pumnii. De Gracia a fost precis în ceea ce privește 27 la sută din pumni sale de putere, în timp ce Ramirez a aterizat 38 la sută sale.
„Știam cu siguranță că era aproape, dar colțul meu îmi tot spunea să merg și să merg, si atunci l-am prins,” a spus Ramirez, care se lupta cu inima grea în urma trecerii în neființă a bunicului său. „Nu am venit aici doar să lupt. Am venit aici să fac ceva și am făcut-o.”
Cu victorie, Ramirez este acum la coadă pentru a înfrunta WBA (Regulat) Campionul mondial la greutatea penă Can Xu și va căuta să provoace pentru o luptă pentru titlul mondial în divizia adâncă de greutate penă.
În acțiunea SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING COUNTDOWN care a fost transmisă în direct pe canalul YouTube SHOWTIME Sports și pe pagina de Facebook SHOWTIME Box, Edwin Rodriguez (31-2, 20 KO) a câștigat o luptă de 10 runde la categoria cruiserweight prin decizie unanimăMitch Williams (16-7-3, 11 KO) de zeci de 96-94 de două ori și 98-92. S-a văzut și acoperirea pe rețelele de socializare Antonio Russell (13-0, 11 KO), fratele mai mic al campionului WBC Featherweight Gary Russell Jr., Stop Jose Maria Cardenas (16-4, 13 KO) 22 secunde în runda a șasea a luptei lor la greutatea bantam. În debutul prezentării digitale, Leduan Barthelemy (14-0-1, 7 KO) a rămas neînvins cu o decizie unanimă încheiată Miguel Angel Aispuro (11-7-2, 7 KO) de zeci de 80-72 de două ori și 79-73 în atracția lor super-penă de opt runde.
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First-Ever Boxing Game for the Expanding Sports Entertainment Platform, Exclusive to SHOWTIME Sports, Debuts for SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® Event BOSTON (Februarie 28, 2019) – DraftKings Inc. and SHOWTIME Sports today announced a collaboration that will combine forces to immerse boxing fans in the sport they love through a custom Pick ‘Em style game exclusive to SHOWTIME Sports that debuts with this Saturday’s SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING event on March 2nd.
This new Pick ‘Em style game asks players to choose the winner of each televised fight, determine the method of victory and predict when the bout will end for all SHOWTIME boxing events including SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®, ShoBox: Noua generatie®, SHOWTIME Boxing: Special Edition and SHOWTIME PPV®. Players will be awarded points based on the number of correct predictions in each boxing match. Prizing for individual fight cards includes $5,000 in winnings with each of the top-five finalists receiving a SHOWTIME Boxing prize pack. În plus,, the overall 2019 Pick ‘Em winner will be awarded a free trip to every 2020 SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® event.
“Our alignment with SHOWTIME Sports is another prime example of our endless efforts to innovate and satisfy our customers with the most comprehensive sports offerings possible,” said Ezra Kucharz, Chief Business Officer at DraftKings. “Boxing draws edge-of-the-seat fans with incredible passion and engagement with the sport, and this collaboration will further our ability to best connect with our burgeoning player community.”
“This unique collaboration with DraftKings delivers an entertaining companion experience for viewers and provides a year-long connection to all SHOWTIME boxing events,", A declarat Stephen Espinoza, Președintele Sport & Eveniment de programare, Showtime Networks Inc. “We’re excited to align with a leading sports-tech entertainment brand in the U.S. as SHOWTIME Sports continues to deliver fresh and innovative ways for fans to enjoy the best that boxing has to offer.”
Boxing is among the most storied and popular sports in the world with a passionate fan base, both domestically and internationally. Viewership trends for televised combat sports spectacles have been consistently impressive in recent years, with boxing accounting for the top selling pay-per-view television events in history. To serve this large and growing fanbase, DraftKings and SHOWTIME Sports are reshaping the fan sports entertainment experience through a creative collaboration, which will include custom fantasy games and other gaming innovations.
This Saturday’s SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING event will be the first opportunity for fans to play this Pick ‘Em style game. Saturday’s three-fight telecast is headlined by former world champion Erislandy Lara challenging undefeated WBA Super Welterweight Champion Brian Castaño plus the return of heavyweight contender Luis Ortiz.
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SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOX NUMĂRĂTORĂ Începe live la 6:30 p.m. ȘI / 3:30 p.m. PT Pe canalul YouTube SHOWTIME Sports și pe pagina de Facebook SHOWTIME Box
BROOKLYN (Februarie 27, 2019) – SHOWTIME Sports va oferi streaming live a trei lupte undercard pe platformele de social media ale rețelei, ca parte a CAMPIONATUL SHOWTIME BOX NUMĂRĂ RĂSTORĂ începând de la 6:30 p.m. ȘI / 3:30 p.m. PT sâmbătă, Martie 2 de la Barclays Center, casa BROOKLYN BOXING ™, și prezentat de Premier box Campionilor.
Acțiunea de streaming va vedea un concurent puternic Edwin Rodriguez luptă Mitch Williams într-o luptă de 10 reprize de cruiserweight, perspectivă neînvinsă Antonio Russell se confruntă cu Mexic Jose Maria Cardenas într-o confruntare în opt runde la greutatea bantam și Leduan Barthelemy intră într-o confruntare de opt runde super-penă cu Mexic Miguel Angel Aispuro,
Prezentarea pe rețelele sociale va fi transmisă în flux pe Canalul YouTube SHOWTIME Sports și SHOWTIME Box pagina de Facebook ducând la evenimentul de box SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP de seară. Transmisiunea de trei lupte SHOWTIME începe în direct la 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT și este condus de fostul campion mondial Erislandy Lara, provocându-l pe neînvinsul campion WBA la categoria Super Welter BrianCastaño.
Biletele pentru eveniment, care este promovat de TGB Promotions în asociere cu DiBella Entertainment, sunt la vânzare acum și pot fi achiziționate la ticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, sau prin apel 800-745-3000. Biletele pot fi achiziționate și de la American Express Box Office din Barclays Center. Reduceri pentru grupuri sunt disponibile prin apel la 844-bklyn-GP.
Rodriguez (30-2, 20 KO) și-a demonstrat abilitatea de a-și da puterea de-a lungul a numeroase concursuri memorabile din cariera sa. Tânărul de 33 de ani s-a născut în Moca, Republica Dominicană înainte de a se muta la Worcester, Massachusetts. În ultima sa luptă, el a marcat o decizie unanimă asupra lui Lionell Thompson în februarie anul trecut. Se va lupta cu Jackson, Williams din Michigan (16-6-3, 11 KO) care a obținut cel mai recent o victorie prin oprire în fața lui Michael Sunkett în decembrie.
Antonio Russell (12-0, 10 KO) se află între Antuanne și campionul WBC la greutate pană Gary Russell în descendența dinastiei familiei Russell, și va căuta să rămână neînvins când va păși în ringul March 2. Tânărul de 26 de ani a marcat două victorii prin knockout 2018 și a împiedicat ultimii săi cinci adversari să reziste la distanță. Lui Cardenas i se va opune tânărul de 22 de ani (16-3, 13 KO) din Tijuana, Baja California, Mexic.
Fratele mai mic al campionului în două divizii Rances și al medaliatului olimpic cu aur Yan, Barthelemy (13-0-1, 7 KO) cel mai recent s-a luptat la egalitate împotriva lui Eduardo Ramirez, neînvins atunci, în septembrie 2017. Tânărul de 29 de ani din Cuba locuiește și se antrenează acum în Las Vegas și adaugă un alt luptător cubanez de top la o carte care include deja Lara și concurentul la categoria grea Luis Ortiz.. Se pregătește să-l înfrunte pe Aispuro, în vârstă de 28 de ani (11-6-2, 7 KO), care intră în acest concurs cu o serie de victorii de trei lupte.
Va exista acțiune netelevizată 2016 Olimpic haitian și originar din BrooklynRichardson Hitchins (7-0, 3 KO) luându-l pe Nicaragua David Morales (13-9, 13 KO) într-o confruntare super-ușoară de opt runde, neînvinsă super-usoareTyrek Irby (6-0, 2 KO) care se confruntă cu Kenya Dennis Okoth (2-1-1) pentru șase runde de acțiune și neînvins Aaron Anderson (3-0, 3 KO)într-o luptă în patru runde la categoria mijlocie împotriva lui Atlanta Chukka Willis (4-9, 2 KO).
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DESPRE LARA VS. MARO Erislandy Lara vs. Brian Castaño o înfruntă sâmbătă cu fosta campioană mondială super welter Lara cu campionul WBA la categoria super welter Castaño, Martie 2 în evenimentul principal al SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING de la Barclays Center, casa BROOKLYN BOXING ™, și prezentat de Premier box Campionilor.
Acoperirea SHOWTIME începe la 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT și va vedea un candidat cubanez la categoria grea Luis Ortiz ia pe Hammer Christian într-o atracție grea 10-a rundă, plus lovitură puternică Bryan Graceluptându-se cu un veteran accidentat Eduardo Ramirez într-o ciocnire de 12 runde de greutate penă care deschide transmisiunea.
