Thomas Mattice se mantiene invicto con una controvertida victoria por decisión dividida sobre Zhora Hamazaryan y Montana Love y Kenneth Sims Jr. Batalla para dibujar en combates co-destacados

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SLOAN, Iowa (Julio 20, 2018) - Jaron Ennis continuó su racha de nocauts de manera impresionante en su ShoBox: La Nueva Generación debutará el viernes por la noche cuando el prospecto altamente promocionado de Filadelfia anotó un nocaut técnico en el tercer asalto contra el previamente invicto Armando Alvarez en una emocionante noche de peleas en WinnaVegas Casino.

Los 21 años de edad, Ennis (21-0, 19 KOs), un ex campeón nacional de guantes de oro, dominó al luchador de Key West Alvarez (13-1, 7 KOs) desde el comienzo, derribarlo cuatro veces en el tercer asalto antes de que la pelea fuera interrumpida con un segundo restante en el asalto. La victoria fue de Ennis 11^º nocaut consecutivo en una pelea intensiva para el prospecto de peso welter, que parecía sereno en el ring desde el principio.

“Me siento tan bien después de esta pelea,"Ennis dijo. "Salí e hice lo que habíamos planeado, que era simplemente salir y derribarlo. No estaba nervioso y me divertí en el ring, Estuve aquí antes y estoy al tanto de todo. He estado en el ring toda mi vida y esto es siempre lo que he estado haciendo ".

Ennis came out aggressive against a game Alvarez and started his attack by going directly to the body. Él aterrizó 46 percent of his power shots and led 35-8 in body connects during the short fight, which was originally scheduled for 10 rondas.

Ennis, who has never been past the sixth round, didn’t have plans on making this a long night, as he connected on a left cross to the jaw to put Alvarez on the canvas for the first time after 30 seconds had elapsed in the third round. A delayed-reaction left to the pit of the stomach sent Alvarez down for the second time and a three-punch combination capped by a hook was good for knockdown No. 3.

Referee Adam Pollack waved the fight off with Alvarez on his knees with just one second remaining in the third round following a right uppercut to the chin that ended the fight.

“Alvarez was just another opponent,”Dijo Ennis, who out-landed Alvarez 23-3 in power punches in the final round. “He’s a great fighter but it feels like I’ve been here before. I’ve been fighting forever so it was nothing new. I’ve been doing this since I was a kid.”

Ennis’s two older brothers have both fought previously on ShoBox but came up with losses. “This was my coming out party and it really feels great to be the third Ennis to fight on ShoBox,” Ennis continued.

The previously undefeated Alvarez became the second fighter of the night to lose his undefeated record and the 176^º overall in the history of the ShoBox serie, which this week celebrated 17 years since its inception in July of 2001.

“He was faster than I expected and I didn’t execute my game plan,"Dijo Alvarez. “I was supposed to pressure and I didn’t. He hit me with a surprising shot. He had enough power that I had to respect him. He was just the better man tonight.”

In middle fight of the tripleheader, undefeated Thomas Mattice overcame a knockdown in the second round to escape with a controversial eight-round split decision victory over Armenian Zhora Hamazaryan. Dos jueces anotaron la pelea 76-75 a favor de Mattice con el tercer juez anotándolo 77-74 a favor de Hamazaryan.

ShoBox commentator Steve Farhood had Hamazaryan (9-1, 6 KOs) winning by a score of 78-73. “That was the worst decision I’ve seen in the history of ShoBox,"Dijo Farhood.

Mattice (13-0, 10 KOs) said he thought he did enough to win the fight, even though he was floored by a devastating right hook from Hamazaryan at 2:30 en la segunda ronda.

“Tonight wasn’t my best performance,”Dijo Mattice. “I felt like I Iost the few early rounds. [Hamazaryan] landed some clean shots and he’s a crazy competitor; he wasn’t giving me anything. Creo que la decisión fue justa. I out-jabbed him and it may have looked like he was hitting me more but he wasn’t really touching me. The crowd was going crazy over him tapping my gloves. I outpointed him overall.”

Hamazaryan’s pressure enabled him to work his way inside and render Mattice’s normally powerful jab mostly ineffective, as he landed just 19 por ciento de sus golpes. Besides scoring the fight’s only knockdown in round two,Hamazaryan controló la séptima ronda y aplicó más presión que Mattice en las últimas tres rondas..

"Estoy muy molesto,”Dijo Hamazaryan, que estaba peleando por segunda vez en los EE. UU.. “Merezco mucho más estar aquí en Estados Unidos. Trabajé muchos años por esta oportunidad., y que los jueces me lo quiten es simplemente terrible. Sé que he ganado. Siempre soy un campeón. Ya hablé con mi equipo y vamos a protestar esta pelea por el resultado correcto y le daremos una revancha..

añadió: "Lo derribé, lo lastimó varias veces más y dominó la pelea. ¿Y cómo pudieron quitarme esto? "

En la apertura de la transmisión por televisión, jóvenes prospectos superligeros Montana Love (11-0-1, 5 KOs) de Cleveland y Kenneth Sims Jr. (12-1-1, 4 KOs) de Chicago luchó por un empate dividido en ocho asaltos. Los jueces anotaron la pelea 77-75 por amor, 77-75 para Sims y 76-76.

La pelea llena de acción se libró en ráfagas cuando ambos luchadores salieron balanceándose. Sims era el luchador más ocupado y preciso, lanzando un total de 638 golpes y conectando 211 (33 por ciento) mientras el amor tiraba 529 golpes y conectado en 159 (30 por ciento).

“Trabajé bien al principio aunque estaba un poco oxidado,"Dijo Sims, 24, que no había peleado en más de un año debido a una operación de codo derecho. "Me relajé en las rondas intermedias, y lo recogió en los últimos tres. Pensé que gané la pelea, pero no me puedo quejar. No he peleado en un año y siento que soy más fuerte y mejor peleador de lo que era entonces ".

En su segunda aparición en la serie, Love, de 23 años, cobró vida en las rondas intermedias., highlighted by a blistering right hook midway through the fifth round that knocked out Sims’s mouthpiece.

“Today wasn’t my best day and I just wasn’t able to get in to a groove,” said Love, who fought against Sims when the two were teenagers in the amateurs. “I definitely didn’t fight my best. I felt good in the third and fourth rounds.

“We definitely want a rematch,” Love continued. “Today was an off day but we hundred percent want a rematch and want to fight again, wherever and whenever.”

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Barry Tompkins calificó la acción desde el ringside, con Steve Farhood historiador de boxeo y ex campeón mundial Raúl Márquez calidad de expertos analistas. El productor ejecutivo fue Gordon Hall con Richard Gaughan produciendo y Rick Phillips dirigiendo.

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“I’m fighting for my family. I’m putting Philly on my back and I’m ready to show the world my talent.”

Ennis Faces Fellow Undefeated Armando Alvarez In The Main Event Of ShoBox: The New Generation Live On SHOWTIME At 10 p.m. Y/PT

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QUÉ: SHOWTIME Sports provides a glimpse into the life and training camp of Philadelphia’s Jaron Ennis as he prepares to face fellow undefeated welterweight prospect Armando Alvarez in the main event of ShoBox: La Nueva Generación este Viernes, Julio 20, en vivo por SHOWTIME a 10 p.m. ET / PT from WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa.

Ennis (20-0, 18 KOs), who has knocked out 10 oponentes consecutivos, hace su ShoBox debut against the 28-year-old Alvarez (18-0, 12 KOs) in the 10-round main event of a three-fight telecast featuring six fighters with a combined record of 82-1.

Sólo 20 años, Ennis trains under the tutelage of his father Derek “Bozy” Ennis Sr., who also trained his other sons Derek Jr. y Farah. The 5-foot-10 former amateur standout will be the third Ennis brother to appear on ShoBox; Derek Jr. appeared on the series in 2007, and Farah faced Badou Jack on the series in 2013.

“Having my Dad as a trainer means everything,” said the youngest Ennis. "Él es 63 years old and he puts in the same work I put in.

“My brothers always tell me to stay focused, it’s my turn now. Estoy luchando por mi familia. I’m putting Philly on my back and I’m ready to show the world my talent.”

En la pelea co-estelar, undefeated lightweight Thomas Mattice (12-0, 10 KOs) returns to Iowa for his second ShoBox appearance of the year when he clashes with former Armenian amateur standout Zhora Hamazaryan (9-0, 6 KOs) en un combate a 10 asaltos.

También en la tarjeta, undefeated super lightweight prospect Montana Love (11-0, 5 KOs) will take on former national amateur champion Kenneth Sims Jr. (12-1, 4 KOs) en un niño de ocho asaltos en peso superligero.

Sims Takes on Montana Love in opening bout of ShoBox: The New Generation Tripleheader on Viernes, July 20th from the WinnaVegas Casino Resort on Sloan, Iowa Telecast begins at 10 PM ET / PT

Chicago (Julio 17, 2018) – Peso welter junior Kenneth Sims, Jr. (12-1, 4 KOs) has been hunkering down in training camp in Chicago for his showdown with undefeated Montana Love (11-0, 5 KOs) in an eight-round bout that will be part of a ShoBox: La triple cartelera de la Nueva Generación en Viernes, Julio 20 vivir SHOWTIME en 10 p.m. ET / PT

En el evento principal, undefeated welterweights will tangle as Jaron Ennis (20-0, 18 KOs) squares off against Armando Alvarez (18-0, 12 KOs) in the 10-round main event from WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa.

En la pelea co-estelar, undefeated lightweight Thomas Mattice (12-0, 10 KOs) returns to Iowa for his second ShoBox appearance of the year when he clashes with former Armenian amateur standout Zhora Hamazaryan (9-0, 6 KOs) en un combate a ocho asaltos.

Las entradas para el espectáculo, which is promoted by GH3 Promotions, Promociones victoria, Ringside Ticket Inc., Banner Promotions & Thompson Boxing are priced from $10-$60 y se pueden adquirir en winnavegas.com.

Sims, who was a former National Amateur champion, has been off since suffering his only professional blemish, when he dropped a majority decision to Rolando Chinea, and subsequently had elbow surgery. He is eager to get back in the ring, and prove he’s one of the best prospects in the 140-pound division.

“Todo va muy bien,” Sims said. “I am feeling better than ever. I have been working with a strength and conditioning coach for the first time in my career, and I can feel the difference.”

In Love, he is facing an undefeated fighter, who made an impression in his previous ShoBox appearance on Feb. 2 when he won a majority decision over Samuel Teah on short notice.

“Love is a good fighter,” Sims said. “We fought when we were kids. We were about 15 años de edad,. I won that fight, but that does not mean anything as we head into this fight.”

Sims has extra motivation, as he feels that in the loss to Chinea, he was not at his best physically, and he vows to put on a great performance.

“I am super motivated. The last fight upped my motivation. Es asombroso, to see some of the people who have rooted for me in the past are now saying negative stuff about me. A win will get me back on track. I have been sparring with Regis Prograis, and that has lifted my game up even more.”

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Three-Fight Telecast Features Six Fighters With A Combined Record of 82-1, Including Five Unbeaten Boxers

NUEVA YORK (Junio 25, 2018) – A battle of unbeaten welterweight prospects will headline a ShoBox: La Nueva Generación tripleta el viernes, Julio 20 en vivo por SHOWTIME^® en 10 p.m. Y/PT when Jaron Ennis squares off against Armando Alvarez in the 10-round main event from WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa.

Philadelphia’s Ennis (20-0, 18 KOs) ha noqueado 10 consecutive opponents and was the 2015 National Golden Gloves Champion before turning professional in 2016. The 20-year-old former amateur standout will face his first undefeated opponent in Alvarez (18-0, 12 KOs), a native of the Florida Keys who has knocked out six of his last seven opponents.

The three-fight telecast features six prospects with a combined record of 82-1, with all six fighters facing what is likely the toughest tests of their careers.

En la pelea co-estelar, undefeated lightweight Thomas Mattice (12-0, 10 KOs) returns to Iowa for his second ShoBox appearance of the year when he clashes with former Armenian amateur standout Zhora Hamazaryan (9-0, 6 KOs) en un combate a 10 asaltos.

También en la tarjeta, undefeated super lightweight prospect Montana Love (11-0, 5 KOs) will take on former national amateur champion Kenneth Sims Jr. (12-1, 4 KOs) en un niño de ocho asaltos en peso superligero.

Las entradas para el espectáculo, which is promoted by GH3 Promotions, Promociones victoria, Ringside Ticket Inc., Banner Promotions & Thompson Boxing are priced from $10-$60 y se pueden adquirir en winnavegas.com.

JARON ENNIS vs. ARMANDO ALVAREZ – 10-Round Welterweight Bout

Ennis will debut on ShoBox following a statement second round knockout of former junior welterweight contender Mike Arnaoutis earlier this month, su 10^º consecutive KO victory. The Philadelphia native had a standout amateur career, notching an impressive record of 58-3 and winning the 2015 National Golden Gloves tournament. Ennis, who was ranked No. 1 as an amateur at 141 libra, narrowly missed the opportunity to represent the U.S. en el 2016 Olympics after losing a box-off to Gary Antuanne Russell at the Olympic Trials.

“This is the opportunity I have been waiting for,"Ennis dijo. “I can’t wait to show the world my talent.”

Sólo 20 años, Ennis currently trains under his father Derek “Bozy” Ennis Sr., who also trained his other sons Derek Jr. y Farah. The 5-foot-10 Ennis will be the third brother to appear on ShoBox; Derek Jr. appeared on the series in 2007, and Farah faced Badou Jack on the series in 2013.

“A win on this platform would mean everything,” Ennis continued. “From here on out, I want to fight only the big names in the division. I feel grateful for this opportunity to show the world my talents and skills. It’s great to follow in my brother’s footsteps, and I am ready to take the Ennis last name to the next level.”

The 28-year-old Alvarez turned professional in 2014 and has gradually increased his level of opposition. Alvarez, who now lives in Key West, compiled a 26-4 amateur record and won the Florida State Championship in 2013. His headlining fight with Ennis will be his second fight of 2018 and by far his toughest test to date.

“This is the biggest opportunity I have ever received,"Dijo Alvarez. “This is it. It’s on. Ennis is a great young fighter, but I think he has stepped out of his league. He is just a kid. The world will find out who Armando Alvarez is on July 20.”

THOMAS MATTICE vs. ZHORA HAMAZARYAN – Eight-Round Lightweight Bout

A 27-year-old from Cleveland, Mattice turned pro in 2014 and had an amateur record of 72-18. He was a three-time Ohio State Golden Gloves Champion and bronze medal winner in the USA National Tournament in 2014.

Mattice will be making his second ShoBox appearance following a strong debut Feb. 2, when the undefeated lightweight rallied from behind to score a seventh round TKO of ShoBox veteran Rolando Chinea. Mattice has recorded five straight KOs and nine overall in 11 peleas profesionales.

“I am excited for the opportunity to showcase my talent again on ShoBox," Mattice dijo. “I’m going to go out there and do what I did before. I’m going to get a win, hopefully in knockout fashion. Este chico (Hamazaryan) doesn’t know what he’s getting himself into.”

Undefeated lightweight prospect Hamazaryan, who signed with Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing in February, is originally from Armenia but fights out of Los Angeles. Part of a long line of Armenian fighters who have fought in the U.S., Hamazaryan won his U.S. debut on Feb. 16, when he scored a unanimous decision win over the previously unbeaten Sergio Ramirez. Prior to his win against Ramirez, all of Hamazaryan’s victories were earned in Russia.

The 22-year-old was considered the No. 1 fighter in Armenia after an amateur career that spanned over 200 peleas. Hamazaryan turned professional in 2015, turning down an opportunity to fight for the Armenian Olympic Team in 2016.

“This fight is very important for me, and I am very excited to be fighting on national television in America,” Hamazaryan said. “I know [Mattice] is undefeated but I normally don’t look at my opponent. I’m just looking to put on a great performance and make a statement for fans in the U.S.”

MONTANA LOVE vs. KENNETH SIMS JR. – Eight-Round Super Lightweight Bout

Cleveland native Love was an accomplished amateur who compiled a 174-13 registro y ganó una medalla de bronce en el 2012 Campeonatos Nacionales de Guantes de Oro. The 22-year-old recently sparred with Adrien Broner, and served as head sparring partner for Robert Easter Jr. before his lightweight title defense against Javier Fortuna on Jan. 20.

Love has won two consecutive bouts against lesser opposition since defeating Samuel Teah in his ShoBox debut on Feb. 2.

“I am excited and happy to be back,”, Dijo Love. “I want to put on another great performance. Sims and I grew up as amateurs together. Él es un buen boxeador, but I am hungry and want to keep rolling. I can’t let anything get in my way.”

Chicago native Sims makes his return to ShoBox just over a year after suffering the first loss of his career against Rolando Chinea via close majority decision in what was his toughest test to date. The 24-year-old Sims, who has sparred with Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, era una 2013 U.S. National Amateur Champion and a 2012 Olympic Trials semifinalist.

“I am happy to be back fighting after having surgery on my elbow that had been bothering me for the last year and a half,” Sims said. “This is my chance to prove that I’m back and the loss on ShoBox was a fluke. I remember Love from the amateurs and I know I have what it takes to beat him.”

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