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Lee Baxter Promotions Inks Logan McGuinness

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada (August 3, 2016) – Toronto-based Lee Baxter Promotions is proud to announce the signing of undefeated super featherweight contender Logan “Cotton” McGuinness to an exclusive promotional agreement.

Living and fighting out of Orangeville, Ontario, McGuinness has an outstanding 23-0-1 professional ledger with 10 victories coming by knockout. The 29-year-old McGuinness is a former WBA-NABA champion at 126, 130 and 135 pounds, earning NABA Fighter of the Year in 2011.

Formerly ranked number 4 in the world by the WBA, McGuinness has been inactive since May 2015 due to out of the ring issues and is excited to get back in the squared circle.

McGuinness said of his new promotional agreement and return to fighting in Canada “it feels great to have signed with Lee Baxter and this is something I feel has been a long time coming. I think the two of us will make some noise and do big things together. I have had an unfortunate couple of years as anyone who has followed my career understands but I’m a true believer in things happening for a reason and everything seems to be falling into place. I’m motivated and rejuvenated. I can’t wait to fight in Toronto!”

Baxter, a longtime fixture in the Canadian boxing scene who recently created the “Next Generation” fight series, is thrilled to be working with a longtime friend who he believes has a bright future ahead of him.

“I’m thrilled to be working with Logan and the timing is great for both of us. He had some unexpected layoffs but is still unbeaten and a very talented fighter. There’s been a public demand for him to fight in Canada again since 18 of his professional matches have been here and we’re proud to be making this happen. I’m looking at having him potentially fight twice in 2016 and the people in Ontario are as excited to see him fight as he is to fight in front of them. The sky is definitely the limit with Logan!”

Details on Logan’s return to the ring will be announced shortly.

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19-year old hot prospect Antonio Williams returns this Saturday Aug 6 in Miami

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (August 2, 2016) –  Pro Box Management’s 19-year old hot prospect, super-featherweight Antonio “Bang” Williams (3-0, 3 KOs), returns to the ring this Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Miami Airport Convention Center.  Williams will square off against Brian Santos of Puerto Rico is a scheduled 4-round bout.
Williams, who made his pro debut earlier this year at age 18, has never made it past the second round, ending all three of his fights by knockout.  With power in both hands, Williams can also box, using movement to win fights.  This will be Antonio’s third fight in the Miami, Florida area.  His goal is to win this fight by knockout to keep his KO streak alive.
“Although I like to consider myself a smart fighter, my main objective in each fight is to get my opponent out of there early.” said Antonio “Bang” Williams. “I never want to leave any decision in the hands of the judges.  I just want to keep this knockout streak going, but if I go the distance, I’m ok with it, as long as I continue winning.”
Williams had an outstanding amateur record of 104-15, winning two state Golden Gloves championships.  In addition, Williams was crowned champion in many other national tournaments.  Pro Box Management was impressed with Williams superior talent and signed him to a multi-year contract.
“Antonio Williams is a great kid with a lot of heart and skills.” stated Henry Rivalta of Pro Box Management. “This kid has tremendous punching power to go along with his highly intelligent ring IQ.  Gary and I believe this kid has every ingredient to become a world champion.  He’s a pleasure to be around and he has the charisma to be a star.”
“I’m very grateful that my managers have me fighting on a regular basis.  When I signed with Pro Box Management, Gary and Henry told me they would keep my busy, and they’ve kept their word.  Now my job is to win fights and climb up the rankings, which I’m very motivated to do.  I’m excited about getting back in there this Saturday and putting on a great show for the fans.”
The Miami Airport Convention Center is located at 711 NW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126.  Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ET.  First fight begins at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets priced $75, $50 and $30 can be purchased at all “Presidente Supermarkets” in Miami, FL, or by calling Michael Luzbet at (786) 553-3895 or by email at luzbetk@gmail.com.
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WBO European Super Featherweight champion Evgeny Chuprakov defends title with 5th round stoppage over previously undefeated Sebastian Tlatlik this past Friday in Ekaterinburg, Russia

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Ekaterinburg, Russia (May 9, 2016)–This past Friday night, in Ekaterinburg, Russia, undefeated WBO European Super Featherweight champion Evgeny Chuprakovmade the second defense of his title, when he stopped previously undefeated Sebastian Tlatlik in the fifth round of their scheduled 10-round bout.
Chuprakov (16-0, 8 KO’s) of Ekaterinburg is currently ranked number-7 by the WBO and number-14 by the IBF.
Chuprakov dominated the action and finally the fight was halted by the referee in the 5th round.  This was the third undefeated opponent that Chuprakov has beaten, as he continues to fight top-level competition;  He already has a stoppage victory over former world champion Dmitry Kirillov.
“This is a great win for Evgeny.  He stopped an undefeated fighter, and now we are looking to bring him back to the United States and put him in a meaningful bout.  He has proven that he is a contender at junior lightweight, and we hope to have him back in the ring in August,” said Banner Promotions President, Arthur Pelullo.
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WBO European Super Featherweight champion Evgeny Chuprakov defends title against undefeated Sebastian Tlatlik this Friday in Ekaterinburg, Russia

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Ekaterinburg, Russia (May 5, 2016)–This Friday night, in Ekaterinburg, Russia undefeated WBO European Super Featherweight champion Evgeny Chuprakov will be back in action when he makes the second defense of his title, when he takes on fellow undefeated Sebastian Tlatlik on a card promoted by German Titov Promotions.
Chuprakov (15-0, 8 KO’s) of Ekaterinburg is
currently ranked number-5 by the WBO and number-12 by the IBF.  Tlatlik is 10-0 with 9 knockouts.
“I have a real test coming up in my next fight. The opponent has a very serious record, and I have trained my best for this fight. I want to make sure that I am ready and in top condition.  I am looking forward to this fight!”, said Chuprakov.
“This is a big fight for Evgeny.  He has turned into a serious contender, and we know he has been working very hard.  With a big performance on Friday, we are looking to bring him back to the United States and put him in a significant fight,” said Banner Promotions President, Arthur Pelullo.
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MARIO BARRIOS TALKS HIS FUTURE IN 130 POUND DIVISION

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SAN ANTONIO, TX (March 10, 2016) – Undefeated super-featherweight Mario Barrios, 20, is hard at work getting ready for his first fight of the year. He’s scheduled to fight Erick Daniel Martinez (11-4-1, 2 KOs) on March 15, at the Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino in Nice, CA. Premier Boxing Champions Toe-to-Toe Tuesdays PBC on FS1 will air the fight live starting at 9PM ET Eastern Time /6PM PT Pacific Time.
Tickets priced $20 (back), $30 (mid), $50 (ringside) can be purchased at the Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino box office or by calling 1-800-809-3636.  Doors open at 5:00 PM. First fight starts at 5:15 PM.
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MARIO BARRIOS TO FACE EDUARDO RIVERA THIS SATURDAY IN ALABAMA

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SAN ANTONIO, TX (September 23, 2015) – Unbeaten super-featherweight phenom, Mario Barrios (11-0, 6 KOs), has an opponent for his upcoming fight taking place this Saturday at the Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama.  Barrios will face Mexico’s Eduardo Rivera (9-2-2, 3 KOs) in an 8-roiund bout.
“I’m happy they found an opponent for me,” said San Antonio Texas native Mario Barrios. “This will be my first time fighting in Alabama, so I’m excited to put on a great performance for the fans the will be in attendance.  Like every Mexican fighter, I know Rivera is coming to fight.  I’m expecting rough fight and I’m prepared to go the distance if I have to.”
PBC on NBC is headlined by heavyweight world champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (34-0, 33 KOs) vs. Johann “Reptile” Duhaupas (32-2, 20 KOs) with televised coverage beginning at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT.  The broadcast will switch over to NBCSN at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT.
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Weaver Back In UK Action – Faces Skripkins At York Hall This Saturday.

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Former Team GB star Iain ‘The Blessed One’ Weaver is set for his first UK bout, since returning from America, this coming Saturday at the York Hall in Bethnal Green, where he will face Latvian Dinars Skripkins.

 

Weaver, who last fought at York Hall back in October 2013, has been establishing himself as one of the top prospects in the ultra competitive Super Featherweight division internationally.

 

Since his last visit to the home of boxing in the Capital City, Weaver has secured two excellent first class stoppage wins over Spain based Moroccan Hassan Elyatouti and Brazilian Edilson Rio.

 

In his last bout, against Newark, New Jersey’s then unbeaten prospect Wanzell Ellison, Weaver was the victim of some good old fashioned home cooking of the scorecards, to blot his otherwise pristine record.

 

Now back on British soil once more Weaver, made it clear that he is determined to get a couple more good wins under his belt, before attempting to get a rematch against Ellison on neutral ground sometime next year.

 

“To say we were disappointed last time out is an understatement, I won that fight comfortably, yet only one judge scored it my way.

 

We’ll fight this Saturday and then have at least one more fight here, then we will be doing everything we can to secure a rematch, this time either here in the UK or maybe somewhere neutral like Germany.

 

Back to now though, I’m really looking forward to being back York Hall, I have such fond memories of fighting there.

 

There’s always a good atmosphere there, it really is a special place.

 

We don’t know too much about Dinars (Skripkins), but have heard he is a very tough kid.

 

Earlier this year he beat German prospect Tunahan Keser and from what we’ve heard that was a great fight and a fantastic performance by Dinars.

 

So we are not underestimating him one iota, but also know that he is beatable and that’s our plan, beat him and do it in style.”

 

Iain Weaver versus Dinars Skripkins features on the Mark Lyons and Billy James-Elliott Wise Guys promotions LORDS OF THE RING II event will take place at York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday 29th August 2015.

 

This event is sanctioned courtesy of the Malta Boxing Commission (MBC) www.maltaboxingcommission.com

 

Tickets, priced £35 (standard seated) and £65 (Ringside) are available direct from Iain on 07971 295869, from any of the boxers taking part, on-line at www.tkoboxoffice.com andwww.wiseguypromotions.com or call 07960 850645 or 07807 282559.

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Undefeated prospect Mario Barrios dominates in first 8-round bout

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EL PASO, TX (July 19, 2015) – In his first 8-round bout, undefeated Super-Featherweight sensation, Mario Barrios (10-0, 5 KOs), cruised to a sound victory against Arturo Esquivel (9-3, 2 KOs), to record his tenth win.  The impressive conquest took place this past Saturday at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas on the PBC on CBS event, headlined by Carl Frampton vs. Alejandro Gonzalez Jr.

 

Using his tremendous height and reach advantage, Barrios controlled the action with a long jab and precise combinations.  Esquivel, who was the naturally bigger man, wasn’t able to land any clean punches on Barrios, who won every round.  Scorecards read 80-72 across the board.

 

“Going eight rounds for the first time was a great learning experience for me.” said Mario Barrios, who is managed by Al Haymon. “I was able to pace myself throughout the entire fight and never got tired.  I could have gone four more rounds if this was a twelve round fight.  Esquivel is a very tough fighter and I’m glad we both came out healthy.  I’ll be ready to get back in the ring as soon as Haymon has another date for me.  I’m very thankful for all the opportunities Haymon Boxing has given me.”

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Unbeaten Prodigy Mario Barrios makes weight with swing bout looming on PBC on CBS

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EL PASO, TX (July 17, 2015) – San Antonio’s undefeated Super-Featherweight prodigy, Mario Barrios (9-0, 5 KOs), made weight for his upcoming bout with Jose Arturo Esquivel Porras (9-2, 2 KOs), set to take place at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas.  Barrios weight in at 131.2 while Porras tipped the scale at 131.8.

 

Barrios vs. Porras will serve as the swing bout to the PBC on CBS event, headlined by Carl Frampton vs. Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. Televised coverage begins at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT with a heavyweights Chris Arreola and Fred Kassi opening up the telecast.

 

“I’m excited about the opportunity to showcase my skills on an international stage,” said Mario Barrios. “I know there will be a lot a fans tuning in form the USA and the UK.  With that being said, I want to put on a great performance.  Hopefully the fight makes it to the televised portion of the show so the fans can see what I’m all about.”