“I’m going to finish this fight…You might be a contender, but it’s another thing to be a champion,” Charlo
“I didn’t expect my road to be easy because it’s never been easy for me…The best man will win on June 29,” Adams
Unbeaten Top Middleweight Jermall Charlo Makes Hometown Return to Battle Brandon Adams Saturday, Juni 29 live auf Showtime®from NRG Arena in Houston and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions
HOUSTON (Mai 30, 2019) – Unbeaten WBC Interim Middleweight Championand Houston-nativeJermall Charlo went face to face with middleweight contenderBrandon AdamsThursday at a press conference in Charlo’s hometown to preview their showdown Saturday, Juni 29 live auf Showtime (9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT) from NRG Arena and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Karten für das Live-Event, die von Lions gefördert wird nur Promotions und TGB Promotions, sind jetzt im Verkauf und können über Ticketmaster erworben werden. Charlo vs. Adams is promoted in association with Banner Promotions and The Tournament of Contenders.
In der Showtime Championship Boxing® Hauptereignis, Charlo will fight in Houston for the first time since 2012, as he looks to further cement his place amongst the middleweight elite against Adams, who shot up the 160-pound rankings by winning the 2018 reboot ofThe Contender.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from Hotel ZaZa Museum District in Houston:
Charlo JERMALL
“Me and my brother Jermell have been through so much in boxing. We’ve been doing it since we were eight-years-old. To make it to this world class level and to do it for Houston, it feels great.
“It’s going to be fireworks. I’m coming for the knockout every time. Houston is hot and the heat is going to be there fight night. I’m going to do what I normally do and give the crowd excitement.
“Ronnie Shields has changed me from being a kid to realizing who I am as a man in the sport of boxing. He’s had world champions before me so I know he can judge my progression. He’s going to make sure I stay at this level.
“I’m walking in the ring and I’m handling my business. This is definitely a step up fight for Brandon Adams, but I’m only worried about what I have to do. I’m just going to prepare to be my best. We’re going to both give it our all and I will be victorious.
“Boxing is about experiences and I’m still learning. I’m going to have my ups and downs, because no fighter is perfect. But I will always prepare myself well and that’s why I’m still undefeated. I needed a fight like my last one to get even better.
“I’m going to finish this fight. My goal is to make quick work of Brandon and show him that there are levels to this. You might be a contender, but it’s another thing to be a champion.
“I get a lot of juice from the hometown crowd. Just having my family there alone is what I really need to get the nerves and excitement to where I need them. I’m going to be comfortable and I’m going to stick to my game plan. I’m not here to make mistakes.
“Thus far camp has been great. I feel awesome and I’m well prepared. It’s an amazing feeling to be fighting in my hometown. It’s almost a dream come true to me. To have my own card at this level and on this stage, it shows the support Houston has for me.”
BRANDON ADAMS
“I appreciate the opportunity I have to step into the ring with this man across from me. I’m super excited about it and I can’t wait. These are two top fighters getting in the ring and we’re going to give the fans a show.
“It’s not just what I see in Jermall, it’s what I believe in myself. The combo of working with Dub Huntley and Freddie Roach is perfect. They are both seasoned vets and they teach me something new every day.
“I didn’t expect my road to be easy because it’s never been easy for me. I’m on the road and I understand that. I’m prepared to pack my bags and go wherever I need to, so that I can become what I’m supposed to become. The best man will win on June 29.
“BeforeThe Contender I felt that I didn’t have an opportunity to show how good I am. During the whole series it was about getting back in the ring and shaking off the rust, then showcasing who I am.
“WinningThe Contender helped get me here, but I always had confidence and believed in myself since day one. In choosing to accept Charlo’s challenge, I had it in my mind that I belong here.
“It was pressure every time I fought onThe Contender. Each round were quality opponents leading up to the final and all of that will prepare me for Charlo. He deserves everything he’s gotten and I respect him as a man, but I’m going to take advantage of this opportunity.
“His team didn’t have to fight me, but they chose to. I appreciate his fans coming out to support him because they’ll see both of us. Hopefully I can win some of them over.”
Ronnie Shields, Charlo Trainer
“We’ve done a lot of studying of Brandon Adams and he’s a really good fighter. Gewinnt The Contender is not an easy feat. He’s truly a contender, so we have to make sure we’re working hard every single day.
“We’re not sitting back and waiting for someone to fight us. We have to continue to be busy. You still have to fight hard fights when you’re at the top and that’s what we’re doing. We’re preparing the right way.
“I’m so happy that everybody has come out to support Jermall because he’s been waiting to make his homecoming and this is it. It’s important to see everyone on his side.”
DUB HUNTLEY, Adams’ Trainer
“I hope everybody comes out for this one because it’s going to be a great fight. I’ve been with Brandon for a long time and I know that he’s going to win this fight and put on a memorable performance. Charlo is a great fighter but Brandon has all the tools necessary to come into his hometown and get the victory.”
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ÜBER CHARLO VS. ADAMS
Charlo vs. Adams will pit unbeaten WBC Interim Middleweight Championand Houston-native Jermall Charlo against middleweight contender Brandon Adams in Charlo’s hometown return Saturday, Juni 29 live on SHOWTIME from NRG Arena in Houston and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Showtime Championship Boxingbeginnt um 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features hard-hitting super welterweight Erickson “Hammer’’ Lubin taking on French contender Zakaria Attou in a 12-round WBC title elimination bout in the co-main event. Opening the telecast is a WBA featherweight title eliminator between slick Mexican southpaw Eduardo Ramirez and power-punching Dominican Claudio Marrero.
MATAMOROS, MEXIKO (Mai 30, 2019) – Prince Ranch Boxen 18-year-old featherweight sensation, Ricky Medina (3-0 2KOs) von San Antonio, Texas, will return to the ring this Friday for his fourth professional bout at The Casa Ahida Cafeteria Gourmet in Heroica Matamoros, Mexiko.
For Medina, wer wird gefördert von TMB & PRB Unterhaltung, this will be his first time fighting outside of his home state of Texas, let alone the United States.
“I am very excited to fight for the first time in Mexico. Mexico has a lot of great world champions over the years includingJulio Cesar Chavez, Juan Manuel Marquez, Marco Antonio Barrera,Erik Morales and many more that I looked up to. For my promoter and manager to be able to put me in a situation to fight in such a boxing rich country and build fans out here, it is quite an honor.” said Medina about his upcoming fight on Friday night.
Medina, who faced an undefeated fighter in his last bout is looking to challenge himself in the professional game of boxing, early and often.
“What I love about Ricky Medina is how he looks for a challenge,” sagte, Greg Hannley von Prince Ranch Boxen, Medina’s manager. “In seinem letzten Kampf, he fought Jose Casiano, an undefeated guy who was 1-0-1. A lot of young fighters wouldn’t fight a guy with that kind of record in their third fight, they’d talk about the business or want an easier fight. Ricky took the fight and won every round. Now three months later he is back in the ring ready to get a win in Mexico. He’s a star in the making.”
“Ricky Medina is a great, young fighter who we want to keep extremely active so he can develop into a world champion,” said Medina’s promoter, Rick Morones von TMB & PRB Unterhaltung. “I believe it is important to keep him busy as he has been fighting every three months or so since he turned pro last September. We expect great things from Medina and see him as a future world champion.”
SAN ANTONIO, TX (April 16, 2019) – Ungeschlagener Leichtgewichts-Champion der NABF-Frauen, Selina “Aztec Königin” Stadtviertel (5-0, 2 KOs), kehrt im April in den Ring zurück 27, 2019, gegen Ex-Weltmeister, Melissa “Der Hai” Hernandez (22-7-3, 7 KOs). Der Sechs-Runden-Kampf findet im Cajundome in Lafayette . statt, LA, als besondere Attraktion auf der superleichten Halbfinalkarte WBSS, titelte durch Regis Prograis (23-0, 19 KOs) vs. Kiryl Relikh (23-2, 19 KOs).
Stadtviertel, der drei ungeschlagene Kämpfer in Folge besiegt hat, zuletzt im September gekämpft 2018. Sie ist begierig darauf, gegen einen Spielgegner wie Hernandez wieder in den Ring zu steigen, der mit vielen der besten Boxerinnen der Welt im Ring war.
“Ich habe großen Respekt vor Melissa Hernandez, der im Laufe der Jahre einen großen Anteil am wachsenden Frauenboxen hatte,” Said Barrios, der in San Antonio wohnt, Texas. “Dieser Kampf wird ein klassischer Mexikaner vs. Purto-ricanischer Krieg. Keine Respektlosigkeit ihr gegenüber, aber ich komme mit direkter Hitze, mit der Denkweise, sie niederzuschlagen. Das ist das Verletzungsspiel und das plane ich mit Hernandez, wenn sie mit mir in den Ring steigt. Keines dieser Mädchen will mich sehen.”
“Wir wissen, dass Melissa Hernandez eine gefährliche Kämpferin mit viel Erfahrung ist,” Said Barrios’ Berater Kerry Daigle. “Sobald DAZN diesen Kampf sieht, glauben wir, dass es der Swing-Kampf im Fernsehen sein wird. Barrios ist sehr fernsehfreundlich.”
“Wir glauben, dass Selina die beste Kämpferin der Welt ist,” angegebener Co-Manager Colin Campbell. “Mit diesem wird gesagt, Ein Sieg gegen einen schlauen Veteranen wie Hernandez wird uns sicherlich den Schwung geben, den wir für unseren nächsten Kampf brauchen.”
BROWNSVILLE, TX (April 10, 2019) – Rising Blue-Chip-Aussicht, Omar “Blitz” Juarez (2-0, 1 KO), wieder in den Ring auf PBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRA auf FS1 und FOX Deportes Samstag, April 20 von Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Kalifornien. Juarez wird Gesicht Dwayne Bonds (3-1-1, 1 KO) in einem Vier-Runden-Spiel beginnt, die im Fernsehen übertragen zu öffnen bei 10:30 p.m. UND / 7:30 p.m. PT.
Karten für das Live-Event, die durch TGB Promotions und Mayweather Promotions wird gefördert, in Verbindung mit DSG Promotions, sind jetzt im Verkauf. Tickets können an AXS.com oder am Dignity Health Sports Park Abendkasse erworben werden von 10:00 a.m. bis 6:00 p.m.
Die 19-Jährige von Brownsville, TX, sucht eine Erklärung mit einer elektrisierenden Performance zu machen, wie er zu einem WM-Titel schnellen Start weiter. Hier ist, was er über seinen bevorstehenden Kampf im Fernsehen übertragen und seine aktuellen Trainingslager zu sagen.
Auf seinem letzten Trainingslager:
“Ich habe in San Antonio viel Zeit Training verbracht, TX, immer guten Sparring mit all den Profis da draußen. Rick Nunez, die hat eng mit meinem Kopf Trainer und Vater Rudy Juarez, eine große Hilfe für mich und mein Vater hat. Wir arbeiten alle zusammen mit dem gemeinsamen Ziel, der Beste zu sein. Ich habe ein großes Lager habe und wir die letzten Tage Training betreten, bevor wir nach Kalifornien Kopf aus.”
Auf seinem kommenden matchup mit Bonds:
“Ich weiß nicht viel über Bonds, außer dass er ein älterer Kämpfer von El Paso, die vor kurzem gekämpft haben. Ich werde die Aktion drücken und das Tempo diktieren. Ich werde Anpassungen vornehmen, wie der Kampf geht weiter. Ich möchte wirklich eine Aussage machen, indem die KO bekommen. Wenn ich ihn verletzt werden, er geht nach unten.”
Auf bei seinem zweiten Auftritt auf FS1:
“Es ist sehr aufregend auf FS1 zu kämpfen wieder. Die Belichtung ist unglaublich, und ich will mein Management-Team und FS1 für die Gelegenheit danken,. Jetzt für mich seine Zeit auf eine große Leistung zu bringen und die Zuschauer im Fernsehen unterhalten.”
Auf kämpfen für seine Heimatstadt Brownsville, Texas:
“Ich liebe meine Heimatstadt Brownsville, Texas. Ich habe all die Unterstützung von meinen Leuten hier draußen. Mein Ziel ist es, einen Tag Schlagzeile ein großer Kampf in dieser Stadt, ein WM-Kampf um genau zu sein. Ich weiß, ich habe einen langen Weg zu gehen, aber ich habe meine Denkweise an die Spitze auf immer. Ich nehme die Leute von Brownsville mit mir jeden Schritt des Weges.”
Unbeaten Former Champion David Benavidez Scores Second-Round TKO of J’Leon Love, Undefeated Former Champion Luis Nery Earns Dominant Fifth-Round TKO of McJoe Arroyo & Heavyweight Fan-Favorite Chris Arreola Stops Jean Pierre Augustin In Round Three
Former Heavyweight Champion Charles Martin Wins Via Disqualification on PBC Prelims on FS1
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ARLINGTON, TX. (März 17, 2019) – Errol Spence Jr. retained his IBF Welterweight World Championship in his hometown in front of 47,525 fans with a unanimous decision over four-division world championMikey Garciain the main event of the first Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event Saturday night from AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
“The motivation fighting in front of my hometown crowd made me feel great,” said Spence. “These people have supported me since day one and I wanted to put on a good performance for all of them.”
“I really appreciate the love and support of the fans tonight,” , sagte Garcia. “It’s a great night and all the credit to Errol, er ist ein großartiger Champion. He’s the truth. He executed his game plan very well.”
The bout started technical, with Spence pumping a consistent jab and attempting to cut the ring off while Garcia was patiently looking for a chance to counter. Garcia had some success early throwing counter left hooks over Spence’s jab, but was never able to get in a rhythm against the busier champion.
“He came out here with a good game plan and kept the distance at his favor,” , sagte Garcia. “I couldn’t get my rhythm going and he did what he had to do. I tried to make adjustments and he kept executing.”
In der vierten Runde, Spence dominated most of the action before Garcia made a late surge and forced Spence into a defensive crouch for the final moments of the round. Garcia kept that energy going early in round five, putting Spence on the defensive temporarily before he regained his momentum and returned to connecting on powerful straight lefts.
Spence increased his body-punching as the fight went on and looked to wear down the fighter who was moving up in weight. Garcia began bleeding from his nose in round eight, at which point Spence increased his output and landed 35, 29, 34 und 25 punches in rounds nine through 12 beziehungsweise, according to CompuBox.
“Throughout training camp, a lot of commentators thought he was too smart and I couldn’t box as well as him,” said Spence. “I showed I can box and I can move my head if I want to. The game is to be smart, it’s the sweet science. I had the size and reach advantage, so why not use it to take away the jab? It’s a weapon for me and it takes away one of his weapons.”
“I was able to hold my own,” , sagte Garcia. “I felt good and I felt strong myself. I think he felt my power, but he definitely has power also.”
While Garcia showed his mettle in making it the distance, Spence was simply too effective, with one judge even scoring round 11 10-8 for Spence. Spence threw a career-high 1082 punches and out landed Garcia by a staggering 345 bis 75 Spanne.
After 12-rounds of action, all three judges saw the fight for Spence, von Partituren von 120-108 zweimal und 120-107.
“I give Mikey Garcia all the credit for taking this fight,” said Spence. “Mikey and I put on a great show in front of all these lovely fans. I respect him so much and I appreciate him for stepping up.”
“We just went 12-rounds with a great welterweight champion,” , sagte Garcia. “That’s a feat no one has done recently. I’m proud of what I was able to do. I have to go back and think about it. I will probably go back to lighter divisions but we’ll have to think about it.”
Nach dem Kampf, Spence declared that he wanted to fight boxing legend and welterweight titleholderManny Pacquiao als nächstes, who entered the ring after the fight.
“He’s broken records here before, he’s a legend in the sport and it’d be my honor to fight him next,” said Spence.
“Ja, why not?” said Pacquiao, when asked about facing Spence next. “We’ll give the fans a good fight. I’m so happy to be here at AT&T Stadium and I hope I will be back here soon.”
Im Co-Main Event, unbeaten former 168-pound world championDavid Benavidez(21-0, 18 KOs) dominiert J'Leon Liebes (24-3-1, 13 KOs) to earn a second-round stoppage in their super middleweight matchup.
“It’s a dream come true to fight on this stage in front of these fans,” Said Benavidez. “These fans give me the motivation to get up every day and go the extra mile.”
From the opening bell Love sought to crowd the taller Benavidez, but the 22-year-old Benavidez quickly made him pay, landing a powerful left hook that stunned Love. Love was able to last the round, but took more powerful hooks from Benavidez before the bell.
“I expected to knock him out, but when I hit him with the first god shot, I knew he wasn’t going to last,” Said Benavidez. “I tried to pace myself, but it wasn’t necessary tonight.”
Benavidez wasted little time in the second round, delivering power shots that put Love on the run. Benavidez caught Love with a clean combo on the ropes that stunned Love and forced referee Laurence Cole to jump in and stop the bout 1:14 in die zweite Runde, as Benavidez began to throw furious combos.
“He was getting his shots off, but I don’t think I was taking too much punishment,” said Love. “I wasn’t out of the game completely but he did catch me with a couple good shots.”
Nach dem Kampf, Benavidez set his sights on WBC Super Middleweight Champion Anthony Dirrell, who was in attendance at the fight.
“I saw Anthony Dirrell with the WBC belt. He can’t call himself champion until he fights me. That’s my belt. I’m going to go get it. It’s mine.”
Additional action featured former bantamweight championLuis Nery (29-0, 23 KOs) knock down former championMcJoe Arroyo (18-3, 8 KOs) four times on his way to a fifth-round victory by stoppage in his U.S. Debüt.
“We’re two great fighters who were here to put on a show,” Said Nery. “That’s what you have to expect from fighters of our caliber. I’m happy to start on the right foot here in my U.S. debut and show everyone I’m still the best at bantamweight.”
Nery stalked Arroyo from the opening bell, throwing big power shots that forced his opponent to fight off his back foot. Mit 45 seconds left in round two, Nery scored his first knockdown with a left that stunned him and follow-up combination that put Arroyo on the canvas.
Arroyo was unable to keep the hard-charging Nery from coming forward and again hit the mat late in round three, as a wide left hook hurt Arroyo before he was put down from a flurry that followed. The trouble continued for Arroyo in round four, as he was knocked down twice more in the final minute of the round.
“I never felt like I was dazed or anything, they were just hard punches,” said Arroyo. “I went down but got right back up. If it were up to me I’d have kept going. I have to give respect to my opponent for his performance. This isn’t the end of my career. I’ve seen him fight before but I was surprised by his power. It was his night tonight.”
After the fourth round, Arroyo’s corner stopped the bout, making the official stoppage 10 seconds into round five. Nery dominated the bout, out landing Arroyo 87 bis 36, bei der Landung 44 Prozent seiner Macht Schläge.
“We’re going to train hard and hopefully by June, we’ll have the belt back,” Said Nery. “I want to win back my belt, then unify the division.”
The opening bout on pay-per-view saw heavyweight fan-favoriteChris Arreola (38-5-1, 33 KOs) score a third-round stoppage over previously unbeatenJean Pierre Augustin (17-1-1, 12 KOs).
“Augustin is a hungry kid who tried to make a name off of me,” Said Arreola. “I lose and I’m out, but I’m not going out. I touched him a couple of times and saw he was hurt. I stayed calm and the stoppage came.”
After blood started pouring from Arreola’s nose towards the end of round two, the Riverside, California-native got off to a quick start in round three, connecting with a straight left that stunned Augustin and nearly sent him to the canvas in the opening seconds.
As the round progressed, Augustin tried to hold and move to regain his composure, but was eventually caught with a flurry in the neutral corner that put him on the canvas. While he got up and was able to continue, another flurry in Augustin’s corner, including a big overhand left, eventually forced referee Neal Young to stop the fight 2:03 in Runde drei.
“Every fighter feels like they can continue, aber es ist, was es, it’s out of my control,” said Augustin. “I was more stunned than hurt, but he jumped on me and finished.”
In the dominant final round Arreola landed 18 von 30 Macht Schläge, compared to just three punches landed in the round by Augustin.
“Ich liebe zu kämpfen,” Said Arreola. “We’re both were trying to beat each other up and I love it. I’m blessed to be a fighter.”
Vor dem Pay-per-View, PBC Prelims on FS1 featured former heavyweight championCharles Martin (26-2-1. 23 KOs) winning via disqualification against previously unbeatenGregory Corbin(15-1, 9 KOs) in the eighth-round of their showdown. After deducting a point from Corbin in rounds four, five and six because of low blows, referee Mark Calo-oy stopped the bout in round eight after another low blow. The official time of the disqualification came 53 seconds into round eight.
“I don’t think he really wanted to fight, he wanted to hit me low and see how much he could get away with,” sagte Martin. “I could sense that he didn’t want to engage anymore.”
“Es ist was es ist, I thought I was hitting him on the belt,” said Corbin. “We wanted to go to the body, I thought he was tired. I hurt him once, but the low blows did it for me.”
“We’re going to get back in camp, take a few days off and then get back to work,” sagte Martin. “We’re staying busy in 2019.”
The event was promoted by Man Down Promotions and Garcia Promotions, in association with TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports
Welterweight Champion Spence Jr. & Four-Division World Champion Garcia Headline PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event This Saturday from AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas
“I’m going to punish him and make him wish he took his brother’s advice to not take this fight,” – Spence
“Getting this victory will forever leave my name in the history books. No other fighter is daring to do what I’m doing,” – Garcia
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ARLINGTON, TX. (März 13, 2019) – Unbeaten IBF Welterweight World ChampionErrol Spence Jr. and undefeated four-division championMikey Garcia went face-to-face at AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas Wednesday at the final press conference before they go toe-to-toe at the same venue this Saturday in a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event.
Spence and Garcia shared their thoughts on Saturday’s highly anticipated event and posed for photos for media in attendance ahead of this historic event.
Tickets for Saturday’s event, which is promoted by Man Down Promotions and Garcia Promotions, in association with TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports, sind jetzt im Verkauf, und können erworben werden bei SeatGeek.com, der offizielle Ticketing-Anbieter von AT&T-Stadion.
Hier ist, was der Pressekonferenz Teilnehmer hatten bis Mittwoch sagen:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“This is a dream come true fighting in my hometown at AT&T-Stadion. I can’t wait to put on a great performance. Seeing Mikey’s face here today, it’s got me hungrier than ever to put on a great performance
“The size difference won’t matter. Skill for skill and talent for talent, I’m more dominant than him in every aspect. I’ll beat him at anything he wants to do. On paper he’s the toughest opponent to date, but once we get in the ring we’ll find out.
“I don’t think anyone has the power to knock me out. We don’t allow that kind of mentality into training camp. I hope he tries though.
“Mikey is supposed to think he’s going to win this fight. He called me out, so they obviously think that they see something. I’m glad he’s as confident as I am. I hope he keeps that same energy inside of the ring.
“Our training camp, we train for a hard 12 Runden-Kampf. We prepare for a bruising fight. If I knock him out early, then that’s a bonus. We trained for the distance because we know anything can happen in a fight.
“I’m always calm, that’s just my demeanor. I could talk to Mikey Garcia in the locker room before the fight then come out and knock his head off. I’m always on go. I’m naturally like this. I’ve been ready to go for eight weeks. I’m tired of seeing him and I’m just ready for fight night.
“I can’t worry about what Mikey sees in me. I let my coach worry about it. Everyone thinks they see something looking on the outside, but it’s a lot harder once you’re in the ring.
“This win makes me pound-for-pound number one. Mikey has a great record and a big fan base and I feel like winning this fight turns me into a star. Everyone wants to take Floyd Mayweather’s place as the face of boxing, and this puts me on the right track to become the face of boxing and the best fighter in the world.
“This is a legendary fight. This is where we see what fighters are made of. There have been a lot of great fights when little guys came up and beat a bigger fighter. You can’t ever write off the little guy. This is going to be a hard fight.
“I know I’m the best fighter in the world and I’m going to show it Saturday night. I’m going to punish him and make him wish he took his brother’s advice to not take this fight.”
Mikey GARCIA
“I have all the tools and all the skills needed to beat Errol Spence Jr. When it comes to timing, Geschwindigkeit, reflexes and defense, you name it, I’m better.
“Here in Texas, it’s like a second home. I’ve won two world titles here. Having great fan support at the grand arrival was a special moment for me.
“I’ve got to go in there Saturday night and show why I picked this fight. I want to make history and this is the one that will get me there.
“I’m prepared to do whatever it takes to win this fight. We trained very hard. Wir können gehen 12 rounds for sure. Aber, if I get a chance to hurt my opponent, I’m definitely going to jump on him and get the knockout.
“Samstag Nacht, Errol is going to find out why I picked this fight. All of my opponents say they don’t see anything special when they watch me, until they get into the ring.
“I know what I have to do on fight night. I know all the work that I put in. I didn’t put all that effort in for nothing. Samstag Nacht, Ich habe ausführen. Once I get inside the ring, that switch will turn on.
“I have to fight the best fight of my life. If I don’t, then I can’t overcome the challenge. You don’t win a fight with size and weight. We fight smart, we fight intelligently and pick our shots. There are a lot of factors. That’s how I win this fight.
“Getting this victory will forever leave my name in the history books. No other fighter is daring to do what I’m doing. I’m here to make history and this fight does that. This fight is about big challenges and obstacles.
“All the attention and buzz about this fight is for real. It’s not often you get a fight like this. Undefeated champions in their prime facing each other. If you want to witness history, you better buy a ticket or the pay-per-view.”
DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer
“Getting up on the stage today, it was like fight night. I feel what Errol and Mikey are feeling. It’s go-time for both of these guys.
“Mikey Garcia is a great opponent, but he’s still just another opponent. We’re going to go in there and show him why we’re better. Errol is feeling great, so I am too.
“Ring intelligence is definitely one of Mikey’s best attributes. But he’s never been in the ring with Errol. Errol has been in the ring sparring with Floyd Mayweather before and I don’t think Mikey has the same ring intelligence as him.
“Errol knows what he should be doing and what he shouldn’t be doing during fight week. He will be ready on Saturday night.”
ROBERT GARCIA, Garcias Bruder & Trainer
“Not only have all of our sparring partners told us this, but his opponents always say the same thing. Once they’re in the ring, they realize how hard Mikey hits and how strong he is. Spence doesn’t know that but he’ll find out Saturday.
“A lot of fighters have problems with southpaws like Spence, but Mikey has a lot of experience facing lefties and I’m confident that won’t be a factor.
“Spence’s style is pretty basic, so it’s not too hard to find sparring partners to emulate him. Spence does everything right, just like Mikey. From a preparation standpoint, his style isn’t a big challenge.
“We haven’t just been facing regular sparring partners. They’re experienced, talented and undefeated fighters. He’s facing middleweights to get ready for this one and I know he will be.”
Spence vs. Garcia is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event that is headlined by unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. defending his title against four-division world champion Mikey Garcia on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
The PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature undefeated former super middleweight champion David Benavidezbattling veteran contender J’Leon Love, unbeaten former bantamweight champion Luis Nery taking on former champion McJoe Arroyo and fan-favorite Chris Arreola facing unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin.
Prelims on FS1 and FOX Deportes begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT featuring former heavyweight world championCharles Martin squaring off against unbeaten Dallas-nativeGregory Corbin.
Spence vs. Garcia will be shown on big screens across the nation through FathomEvents. Tickets können online erworben werden www.FathomEvents.com oder bei teilnehmenden Theaterkassen.
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Unbeaten Welterweight Champion Spence and Undefeated Four-Division Champion Mikey Garcia Square-Off in PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas
David Benavidez Joins Spence in Dallas while Chris ArreolaParticipates in Garcia Workout in Riverside Ahead ofRespective Pay-Per-View Showdowns
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ARLINGTON, TX. (März 5, 2019) – IBF Welterweight World ChampionErrol Spence Jr. und Vier-Divisionen-Weltmeister Mikey Garcia hosted separate media workouts in Dallas and Riverside, SOWIE. respectively on Tuesday as they near their historic showdown that headlines the first Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
Spence hosted media at World Class Boxing Gym in Dallas and was joined by undefeated former super middleweight championDavid Benavidez, die auf nimmtJ'Leon Liebes in PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View action. Garcia’s workout also featured heavyweight fan-favoriteChris Arreola, who participated in the workout at Robert Garcia Boxing Academy and will faceJean Pierre Augustin in Pay-Per-View action beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.
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Here is what the fighters and more had say Tuesday from the two media events:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“Ich bin wirklich aufgeregt, für diesen Kampf, especially to have it at AT&T-Stadion. Ich bin 100% focused and ready for next week. This fight is going to have a bigger crowd, be more electrifying and will just be an amazing event overall.
“A lot of times when I’m in AT&T Stadium watching the NFL games, or watching Pacquiao fights or Canelo fights, the jumbotrons are so big that you get caught up looking up even when you’re ringside. It’s great because there isn’t a bad seat in the place with the jumbotron.
“This is definitely one of those crossover fights for me. Garcia is the biggest name to date that I’m fighting on American soil. It’s just great being so young in my career, fighting in my first pay-per-view and fighting with a guy like Garcia who brings over a different fanbase.
“You can tell how I looked ten weeks ago compared to how I look now. I’m not overlooking Garcia. Ich bin in Topform, slim and ready. The difference is that now in a pay-per-view fight you have to be more dedicated and focused to promote the fight, showing that you are a star in boxing and sports media.
“If you know me and you know my boxing style, you know I’m never in a boring fight. Even if it’s just me beating up my opponent, or them just being hurt, I’m always going to try to stop my opponent and put on a spectacular performance.
“I put that pressure to look great on myself, not just because I’m undefeated or because everybody says this about me, I do it for myself to put on a great performance and a great show. I want to do that so great guys can look at me and think about if they want to fight me or not. That’s why a lot of guys don’t want to fight me.”
Mikey GARCIA
“A lot of people underestimate the power when they face me. They don’t see my physical size as a threat. But you know they feel the power once we’re in the ring and definitely change their minds.
“(I wanted to fight Spence) because he’s the best right now in the (Weltergewicht) Abteilung. I want to make a statement. I want to make a mark, and you know I have to do that against the best.
“I believe I’m a better fighter overall. When it comes to footwork, I think I have the better footwork. When it comes to speed, I think I have better speed. When it comes to defense, I have better defense. With timing, I have better timing. All of these things are what will help me win this fight. The only thing that he has going for him that’s apparent is the size, height, weight and reach.
“I’ve always said I’m better than him. Not by a lot, but just enough to beat him. He also reminds me of myself in a lot of ways, the way he fights, the way he is. He does everything well, good footwork, gute Geschwindigkeit, controls the fight at his distance that he likes… In a lot of ways, it resembles the way I fight. But I still feel that I’m better in every one of those ways and that’s what I’m betting on.”
DAVID BENAVIDEZ
“I’m extremely excited to be fighting in front of 40,000-plus people in the co-main event on March 16. It’s like a dream come true fighting at AT&T-Stadion.
“I’m looking forward to going in and getting a knockout… I’ve been training extremely hard. Three months of training for this camp. It’s been good. I have like six pounds left to lose, so I haven’t struggled with the weight at all. I’ve been on a diet for at least three months now. The work has been done in and outside of the ring. Everything has been perfect leading up to this fight and I’m extremely ready.
“It was difficult (losing my title). I beat myself for that belt. In 2019, we are not taking any steps back, only forward.
“There are a lot of good fights I know that can be made. So, I am very excited to do my part and hopefully face-off against Anthony Dirrell, Caleb Plant or Callum Smith at the end of the year. I’m already in line to fight for the WBC title, but I’ve got to first take care of my job with J’Leon Love.
“Love is a good boxer, eine Gegen Puncher. He’s been in the game for a while now. But like I said, Ich bin zu allem bereit. I’ve studied him a lot, so I’m just ready for anything he presents.
“I want to become the undisputed champion (at super middleweight). That’s my ultimate goal. Then I can talk about moving up. Jetzt, I want all the belts.”
Chris Arreola
“Jetzt, my career is all about putting in the work and my legacy. I’m not in this anymore for money. I love money, but I’m comfortable. I’m here for legacy. I want to leave something behind… I’m chasing a title.
“I feel mentally sharper now. Mentally I’m just relaxed in the ring. Some people are amped the whole round. But no, I know how to relax and work the ring and work my fight.
“The main thing this time around is I’m fighting a lefty and the first three or four times being in the ring sparring it’s a little different. It’s different angles and different punches… So that’s the main thing that’s probably the hardest part is lefties and getting used to it.”
DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer
“I just think Errol is so hungry and he has the ability to be great. The way he adjusts in the fights and he really sets the tone. Am meisten, his fights have been one-sided. Regardless who he’s fighting against, how great they are, what their record is, what they said they’ll do to him, he’s just been able to have one-sided affairs. Hopefully we can have the same thing in this fight.
“This has been a tremendous training camp. I’ve seen how hard Errol has worked and how motivated he is. He’s extremely confident, and rightfully so. On March 16, I know Mikey is going to come prepared, but so are we. Whatever Mikey brings into the ring, we’re going to have the answer.”
ROBERT GARCIA, Mikey’s Brother & Trainer
“Mikey has been there before in many championship fights. Offensichtlich, this is the biggest challenge against a bigger, heavier guy. But at this point in training, I think we’re in great shape. We know (Errol) is going to be the heavier guy in the ring, but he’s not going to be the better or smarter guy.
“We’re going to fight a technical fight, especially in the first few rounds, to figure out what Errol Spence is brining into the fight. But if we have to back him up and fight on the inside, then we’re going to do what’s necessary.”
Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzende & CEO von Ringstar Sport
“FOX is really putting their weight behind boxing, and you’ve seen what that meant for other sports. When UFC got involved with FOX, you saw how it elevated the sport of MMA and UFC… FOX is doing the same thing now on the boxing side and I really believe it will elevate boxing. It brings the general market to this sport, and I think that’s what we’re going to see here with this pay-per-view.
“When you have a fight like Spence and Garcia, boxing fans know about it. Sports fans know about it. But the general market doesn’t really know about it. So, I think if you can market towards the general market it just opens up the flood gates as it relates to pay-per-view. And that’s the advantage FOX has compared to an ESPN.”
ARLINGTON, TX. (Februar 22, 2019) – Former heavyweight world championCharles Martin will square off against unbeaten Dallas-nativeGregory Corbinin a 10-round bout on Premier Boxing Champions Prelims on FS1 leading up to the Errol Spence Jr. vs. Mikey Garcia PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
Vorrunden beginnen um 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and will lead up to the pay-per-view event at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT that is headlined by unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “Die Wahrheit” Spence Jr. defending his title against undefeated four-division champion Mikey Garcia in a highly anticipated and historic showdown.
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Geboren in St.. Louis but now fighting and training out of Southern California, Martin (25-2-1, 23 KOs) showed heavy hands in racking up 20 Knockouts in 23 fights before he captured a heavyweight world title with a victory over Vyacheslav Glazkov in January 2016. The 32-year-old bounced back from a defeat against Anthony Joshua to score two stoppage victories before losing a close decision to unbeaten Adam Kownacki in September.
Fighting out of his hometown of Dallas, Corbin (15-0, 9 KOs) will look to remain unbeaten in front of a friendly crowd. The 38-year-old has stopped five of his last six opponents, including his most recent victory over Homero Fonseca in August. He will fight in his home state for the ninth time as a pro on March 16.
Der ungeschlagene Weltmeister im Weltergewicht, Spence, kämpft gegen den ungeschlagenen Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Garcia im historischen Showdown beim ersten Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Februar 19, 2019) – Ungeschlagen Weltmeister im WeltergewichtErrol Spence Jr. und ungeschlagener Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Mikey Garcia persönlich bei einer Pressekonferenz in Arlington, Texas am Dienstag, als sie eine Vorschau auf ihren Showdown gaben, der am Samstag ein Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event titelt, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion.
Spence und Garcia wurden vom Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys unterstützt, Präsident und General Manager Jerry Jones im selben Stadion, in dem sie um den Weltergewichtstitel und die Pfund-für-Pfund-Vorherrschaft kämpfen werden.
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Das sagten die Teilnehmer der Pressekonferenz am Dienstag:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“Dies wird ein Traum wahr. Das ist etwas, was mich noch nicht wirklich getroffen hat. Ich versuche, mich nicht im Moment zu verfangen, Aber das ist mein Lieblingsteam, das ich gesehen habe, seit ich auf dem Schoß meines Vaters saß.
“Jedes Mal, wenn ich Mikey sehe, werde ich aufgeregt und ängstlich und möchte ins Fitnessstudio gehen und trainieren. Am Sonntag, ich habe gespart 18 Runden wegen der ganzen Pressekonferenz und Konfrontation am Samstag. Blick in Mikeys Augen, Ich kann sehen, wie hungrig er ist und das motiviert mich.
“Mikey ist sehr schwierig, weil ich seine Schläge platziert habe. Er denkt immer und hat einen hohen IQ. Aber ich habe auf alle Zylinder geklickt. Ich bin mental und physisch stark und auf alles vorbereitet, was er mitbringt. Ein Sieg hier kann mich definitiv katapultieren und ich bin bereit, es zu verwirklichen.
“Jeder Athlet würde sich freuen, wenn sein Heimteam ihn unterstützt. Zufällig habe ich hier in Dallas das beliebteste Team der Welt. Es bedeutet viel, weil sie das nicht tun müssen. Ich bin sehr demütig und es fühlt sich großartig an, Dallas zu repräsentieren. Ich unterstütze meine Leute hier immer.
“Ich bin 100 Prozent vorbereitet und fokussiert auf Mikey Garcia. Ich habe Hunger und nehme schon zu. Ich kann es kaum erwarten, eine weitere Show zu veranstalten. März 16, du musst aufpassen, dass du es nicht verpasst. Es wird eine legendäre Nacht.”
Mikey GARCIA
“Dieser Kampf verdient ein Zuhause wie dieses. Dieser Kampf verdient diese Art von Atmosphäre und Energie. Ich war selbst ein Cowboys-Fan, als ich aufwuchs, und jetzt bin ich hier in ihrem Haus, um den größten Kampf meiner Karriere zu haben. Es ist unglaublich, aber hier sind wir. Ich freue mich, dies zu einem unvergesslichen Abend zu machen. Das ist Geschichte im Entstehen.
“Ich bin sehr gespannt was in ein paar Wochen kommt. Dies ist ein Kampf, den ich wirklich wollte und es ist definitiv die größte Herausforderung meiner Karriere. Das beste Weltergewicht der Division zu bekämpfen ist keine leichte Aufgabe. Errol Spence Jr. wird das Beste aus mir herausholen.
“Ich bin sicher, Errol bereitet sich genau wie ich auf den größten Kampf seiner Karriere vor. Das macht es interessant. Das ist das Rezept für einen gewaltigen Kampf. Es ist nicht sehr üblich, zwei der Pfund-für-Pfund-Besten zu sehen, immer noch ungeschlagen und bekämpfen sich in ihrer Blütezeit.
“Wir haben Techniken implementiert, die mir helfen, meine Geschwindigkeit zu verbessern, Explosivität und Reaktionszeit, während du auch ein bisschen Masse hinzufügst. Ich denke, all das wird mir in der Kampfnacht von Vorteil sein. Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Ergebnis.
“Wenn ich diese Risiken nicht eingehe, dann werde ich nicht belohnt. Ich möchte als einer der Größten und Besten dieser Generation anerkannt werden. Wie kann ich das erreichen, wenn ich diese Risiken nicht eingehe? Deshalb nehme ich den größten verfügbaren Kampf an.”
DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer
“Ich freue mich sehr, hier zu sein. Es war eine wirklich gute Fahrt mit Errol und mir. Das ist unser 10th Jahr zusammen und dies ist ein wunderschöner Ort, an dem alles kulminieren kann. Mikey ist ein echter Kämpfer und er hat einen phänomenalen Trainer in seinem Bruder und Vater. Wir sind auf ihn vorbereitet und gerade in Form. Wir sind bereit zu gehen.”
ROBERT GARCIA, Garcias Bruder & Trainer
“Wir hatten ein tolles Trainingslager und unsere Sparringspartner machen einen tollen Job und bereiten uns auf eine sehr harte Herausforderung vor. Bis der Kampf kommt, Du wirst sehen, worum es bei Mikey geht. Jeder, der sich diesen Kampf ansieht, wird eine großartige Boxnacht genießen.”
JERRY JONES, Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys, Präsident und Generaldirektor
“Ich weiß nicht, ob wir hier jemals eine Veranstaltung hatten, die diese Art von Statur und die Kombination aus zwei Männern hatte, die alleine da drin standen, und in der besten Phase ihrer Karriere. Dies ist das Treffen zweier Champions und das ist etwas sehr Seltenes für Fans.
“Als wir dieses Stadion gebaut haben, habe ich viel über Boxen nachgedacht. Der Wahlkreis der Dallas Cowboys steht besonders auf Boxen. Wir haben eine fantastische mexikanische und hispanische Fangemeinde und wenn wir in diesem Stadion Kämpfe haben, es gibt eine große Affinität zum Boxen. Wenn es in diesem Stadion einen Kampf dieses Kalibers gibt, dann wissen wir, dass wir etwas ganz besonderes machen.
“Diese beiden Kämpfer sind einzigartig mit diesem Stadion und den Cowboys verbunden. Errol Spence Jr. wohnt buchstäblich nebenan und kommt aus dieser besonderen Gegend. Die letzte Nacht, die er im The Star hatte, er hatte seine Cowboys-Ausrüstung an und machte unsere Spieler und mich so stolz.
“Unser Zuhause in der Ferne, Oxnard, In Kalifornien hat Mikey Garcia den Cowboys beim Training zugesehen. Wir haben eine große Verwandtschaft mit diesen beiden Kämpfern und unsere Fans können sich riesig freuen.
“Diese beiden Kämpfer sind dieses Stadions würdig. Ihr Können und ihre Fähigkeit, sich zu messen, verdienen dieses Stadion. Dies ist eine besondere Veranstaltung, die am 16. März stattfindet.”
TOM BROWN, Präsident der TGB Promotions
“Errol Spence Jr. vs Mikey Garcia ist einer der faszinierendsten Kämpfe des Jahres. Es ist ein Kampf, der bestimmen wird, wer Pfund für Pfund der beste Kämpfer der Welt ist.
“Wir freuen uns, die Heimat der besten professionellen Franchise im Sport zu sein, bei den Dallas Cowboys. Dies ist der perfekte Ort für dieses Event, bei dem zwei ungeschlagene Champions in ihren besten Jahren auftreten, ihre Platten aufs Spiel setzen. Mikey und Errol sind dazu bestimmt, diesen Tunnel zu verlassen und in diesen Ring zu gehen, um sich in einen Kampf einzulassen, den man nie vergessen wird.”
Der ungeschlagene Weltmeister im Weltergewicht, Spence, kämpft gegen den ungeschlagenen Vier-Divisions-Weltmeister Garcia im historischen Showdown beim ersten Premier Boxing Champions bei FOX Sports Pay-Per-View-Event
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LOS ANGELES (Februar 16, 2019) – Ungeschlagen Weltmeister im Weltergewicht Errol Spence Jr. and undefeated four-division championMikey Garcia previewed their upcoming showdown and faced-off live on FOX at a press conference in Los Angeles Saturday as they near their battle for pound-for-pound supremacy that headlines a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
Spence and Garcia were joined on stage at the press conference by a living legend,Thomas “Killer” Hearns, who won titles in five weight divisions and fought Sugar Ray Leonard in one of the most memorable welterweight fights in history.
The event also featured an interview via satellite with Dallas Cowboys Owner, Präsident und Generaldirektor Jerry Jones, who shared his thoughts on the electrifying event coming to AT&T-Stadion, before Spence and Garcia were gifted personalize Cowboys jerseys by two Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.
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Also in attendance at the press conference were undefeated former 168-pound championDavid Benavidez and heavyweight fan-favoriteChris Arreola, who compete on the PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard as Benavidez battles veteran contenderJ'Leon Liebes, while Arreola matches up against unbeatenJean Pierre Augustin.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Saturday from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live-:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“I train old school so I don’t worry about how Mikey is planning to get stronger at the weight. I’m not worried about it and I don’t think it will make a difference in the fight. I’m just going to focus on what I have to do to be at my best.
“Size always matters, but when you get in there, am Ende des Tages, it’s about skills and intelligence. I’m not going to rely on size. I’m going to focus on my talent. If I can roll through him, then I’ll show my killer instinct and try to get him out of there. I’m going to use my ability to break him down.
“At first I thought he was just chasing my name when he was calling me out. Once it became real, I saw how serious he was. At that point I was very confident it would happen.
“I’m not the bully here because Mikey really pushed for the fight. The other champions weren’t available at the time, plus Mikey is the only top fighter who called me out. I knew this was a fight I wanted.
“Mikey is undefeated, has a great skill set and has won a title at 140-pounds. I don’t see him as that small a fighter. He has a technical style that’s very traditional. He likes to use angles to set his opponent’s up.
“We’re focused on what I can do and what our game plan is. I always spar the same people no matter what because they get me into the condition I need to be in and they have me primed for any challenge.
“The welterweight division has always been one of the strongest divisions in the sport and it is like that now. We just need to fight each other. I’m ready to fight any of them. Whoever ends up on top from this group, will end being a Hall of Famer. That’s how you become an all-time great.
“This is something I’ve been waiting for my whole life. I’m focused and prepared for this challenge. It’s going to be all eyes on me and Mikey in that ring and I can’t wait.
“I’m happy that someone is challenging me. I’ve been looking for an opponent like him. He’s established himself in this sport. I’m happy to be able to take on this challenge. I’m looking for a skillful Mikey Garcia to bring the best out of me on March 16.
“My vision is that my hand will be raised in victory, whether it’s a knockout or a 12-round grueling fight, I’m preparing for the best Mikey Garcia skill wise, strength wise and as far as his ring intelligence.”
Mikey GARCIA
“These are the kinds of challenges I want. I need someone like Errol Spence Jr., with his demeanor and style, to bring the best out of me. I want the world to finally see the full Mikey Garcia.
“The training that we did in the Bay Area definitely helped me. We are going up in weight and needed to do a different type of training. We wanted to make sure that we gained a little bit of mass so that I can be able to hold off Errol Spence’s weight and strength.
“The key to my strength training was that we didn’t want to lose my speed and explosiveness. I can see now that I’m back in sparring that I still have that speed while also gaining the muscle we had to.
“If people say Errol is bigger, that’s just obvious. But who’s faster? Who has better timing? There’s a lot more that goes into this sport and who’s going to win this particular fight.
“This has been one of the toughest camps I’ve ever had. We’re working on a lot of different methods and techniques to be at our very best. He’s going to be bigger than me on fight night, but that’s part of the challenge. I’ve know that since the beginning and that’s why we’ve trained the way we have.
“When I saw him fight Lamont Peterson I decided that Errol Spence Jr. was the fight I wanted one day. People tried to talk me out of it, but now they’re all on board. People have now started to see what I’m going to be capable of on March 16.
“I want the best Errol Spence Jr. I know he’s a great fighter with a lot of skills and talent. He hasn’t needed to use all of his skills, So wie ich. He does everything well, but nothing spectacular. I just feel like I’m the better fighter. I think I have the advantage everywhere except maybe power, but we’ll find out on fight night.
“Das ist Geschichte im Entstehen. I’m trying to establish a great legacy. This is the kind of fight that I need. I know my fans are going to show up and give me a lot of support. This fight truly excites me and motivates.
“I’m not going to let this fight slip away. I’m going to establish myself as one of the best of the generation and eventually one of the best of all time.
“Even though some people believe I’m the underdog, I don’t see myself that way. I’m undefeated and I think Errol knows that I pose a challenge. It’s no easy task for either one of us. This is the fight that I need for my legacy.”
DERRICK JAMES, Spence Trainer
“This fight is all about the skillset, not the size. Size will come into play a little bit, but we’re going to show the skillset that we have to beat this guy. That’s what Errol is going to show.
“Mikey Garcia has a good technical style. But there’s always a method to take down a great fighter. I think that a day like today will inspire us even more to work even harder. We can see him right in front of us. Its real and we can’t wait.
“When I first saw Errol we were actually sparring each other. We started working together and I got to see him walk through guy after guy. We knew he was a great athlete, but it took time to build to where I started to realize he was something special.”
ROBERT GARCIA, Garcias Bruder & Trainer
“This is a big challenge for us to go up in weight to fight the best welterweight in the world. But it’s not like its’ never been done before and I know Mikey has the skills and power to pull it off. That’s what we’re coming to Dallas to do.
“This is an opportunity for Mikey to continue building his legacy. He wants to be known as one of the greatest fighters of all time and a win over Errol Spence Jr. is a big step toward that.
“I don’t think they’ve overlooking Mikey. “They know the talent he has. They’re getting ready for a great fight like they’ve done before. I think they know that they’re in for a real fight.”
DAVID BENAVIDEZ
“I’m back here in this stage and that’s all that matters. I’m living and learning. I can’t wait to be in position to again fight for the world title.
‘I actually sparred with J’Leon Love when I was 15-years-old. He’s a great fighter who’s a veteran. Ich übersehen ihn nicht. I’m training for this fight like it’s a world title fight. Whatever style he comes with, I’m going to be ready for it.
“Ich bin besser denn je. Everything has been a lesson learned. I had to sit out while I lost my spot, so now I’m more motivated than ever. This year we’re leaving the past in the past and coming back stronger.”
Chris Arreola
“I’m excited to be back. It was a long layoff where I spent time with my son and watched him grow. I missed that feeling of being in front of fans and getting that nervous energy right before a fight.
“I’m anticipating and I’m hoping for a rowdy crowd on March 16. There will be a lot of Spence and Garcia fans and a whole lot of great fights. Us Mexicans, we love fights.
“I know that my opponent is a southpaw and he’s slick. He’s going to try to out box me. I know he’s not going to want to stay in my wheelhouse. I have to be in shape to go the distance and be ready for shots coming from different angles.”
JERRY JONES, Besitzer der Dallas Cowboys, Präsident und Generaldirektor
On hosting Spence and Garcia at separate Cowboys home games last season: “It was just good to rub elbows with champions. I want all that they have to rub off on me and the Dallas Cowboys.
“The fact that FOX is involved and their interest in this fight is amazing. We’ve had great events with FOX, including the Super Bowl. Our stadium was really built for boxing. These fighters will be standing 70 feet tall suspended above the ring on the video board. It’s an excellent way to feel like you’re so close you’re receiving the blows from these great fighters.
“We’re so excited for our Mexican-American fan base. This is a great area for boxing. We endear ourselves to be involved with an event like this in anyway the Cowboys can. Especially with two great fighters like Spence and Garcia.
“I think you’ll see a fight with outstanding champions involved on March 16. You don’t get to see the best against the best very often. At AT&T-Stadion, you’ll see it in a way that can’t be matched at normal sports venues. The aura of having thousands of fans like at a football game is unmatched. It’s a grand experience and we’re proud to be a part of boxing.”
Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzende & CEO von Ringstar Sport
“The winner of this fight will be pound-for-pound the best in the world. Everybody would agree both of these guys are near the top of that list, and I believe whoever wins will be number one. This is a coronation for who is today the king of the sport.
“Mikey Garcia is technically one of the best fighters in the world. Errol Spence Jr. is a strong, determined fighter who just wants to prove that he’s the best. This fight is a chance for both guys to prove they’re the best in the world.”
TOM BROWN, Präsident der TGB Promotions
“This is a true blockbuster event, worthy of this incredible press conference live on FOX. These two fighters are not only superstars of the sport, but the winner of this fight will be able to make the claim of being number one pound-for-pound.
“FOX and the Dallas Cowboys have given a tremendous amount of support to this event and we anticipate an unforgettable evening on March 16. Mikey Garcia is truly daring to be great against a fighter in Errol Spence Jr. who has established himself as the class of the 147-pound division.”
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ABOUT SPENCE VS. GARCIA Spence vs. Garcia is a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event that is headlined by unbeaten IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. defending his title against four-division world champion Mikey Garcia on Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.
The PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard will feature undefeated former super middleweight champion David Benavidez battling veteran contender J’Leon Love, unbeaten former bantamweight champion Luis Nery taking on former champion McJoe Arroyo and fan-favorite Chris Arreola facing unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin.
About AT&T-Stadion: AT&T Stadium is one of the largest, most technologically advanced entertainment venues in the world. Designed by HKS and built by Manhattan Construction, die $1.2 billion stadium features two monumental arches, the world’s largest HDTV video board cluster, an expansive retractable roof and the largest retractable end zone doors in the world. Features of the stadium include seating for 80,000 and expandability for up to 100,000, über 300 luxury suites, club seating on multiple levels and the Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop, open to the public year round. The stadium is also home to a world-class collection of contemporary art, made up of over 50 pieces from an international array of curated artists displayed on the walls and in the grand public spaces of the venue. In addition to being the Home of the Dallas Cowboys since opening in 2009, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl XLV, die 2010 NBA All Star Game, die 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, die 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship Game and the annual Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic. The venue has also played host to high school and college football, Konzerte, championship fights, international soccer matches, and other special events. Weitere Informationen, gehen Sie zu www.attstadium.com.
