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Bellator, DAZN, אומנויות לחימה מעורבות, MMA, רשת פרמאונט

TICKETS ON SALE THIS WEEK FOR BELLATOR’S RETURN TO ALLSTATE ARENA IN CHICAGO ON MAY 11

פבואר 21, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

**BELLATOR LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMP MICHAEL CHANDLER DEFENDS HIS TITLE AGAINST FEATHERWEIGHT KINGPIN PATRICIO ‘PITBULL’ IN LONG-AWAITED GRUDGE MATCH LIVE ON DAZN**

**THE WELTERWEIGHT WORLD GRAND PRIX CONTINUES WITH DOUGLAS LIMA TAKING ON MICHAEL ‘VENOM’ PAGE IN SEMI-FINAL ACTION**

**MORE: UNDEFEATED PROSPECT A.J. MCKEE MEETS CHICAGO’S PAT CURRAN AND THE RETURN OF FORMER WWE STAR JAKE HAGER**

**לוס אנג'לס** – Bellator’s return to Allstate Arena in Rosemont, חולה. ביום שבת, מאי 11 is stacked with a must-see lineup of fights, headlined by current lightweight titleholder **מייקל צ'נדלר** (19-4) in his attempt to become the only man to defeat both Pitbull Brothers and put an end to their years-long rivalry, when he defends his belt against Bellator’s 145-pound champ **פטריסיו "פיטבול"** (28-4) באירוע המרכזי של *Bellator 221 -* which will be streamed live exclusively on DAZN.

The co-headliner will see former two-time Bellator welterweight champion **דאגלס לימה** (30-7) face undefeated **דף "ארס" מיכאל** (14-0), מוכר יותר בקרב האוהדים כ- “MVP,” in the first semi-final matchup in Bellator’s Welterweight World Grand Prix. Each fighter has their eyes set on moving one step closer to becoming Bellator welterweight champ and taking home one million dollars.

בנוסף, arguably one of the world’s top featherweight prospects **A.J. מקי** (13-0) will face the stiffest test of his young career when he fights two-time former Bellator featherweight champion **פט קאראן** (23-7) on Curran’s home turf. לבסוף, former WWE champion ג'ייק הגר (1-0) returns to the Bellator cage for the first time since his first-round submission victory in January looking to continue his early dominance inside the cage.

An exclusive online presale for *Bellator 221: צ'נדלר לעומת. Pitbull* takes place between Wednesday, פבואר. 20 ב 10 a.m. CT and Thursday, פבואר. 21 ב 10 p.m. CT, with tickets going on-sale to the general public on Friday, פבואר. 22 ב 12 p.m. CT. Tickets for the event will be available at the Allstate Arena box office, כמו גם Ticketmaster.com and Bellator.com.

*Bellator 221: צ'נדלר לעומת. Pitbull* will be broadcast live on DAZN ב 10 p.m. ET p.m / 7. PT, בעוד פעולה ראשונית תהיה להזרים על Bellator.com ובעולם דרך האפליקציה לנייד Bellator. התקפים נוספים יוכרזו בשבועות קרובים.

One of the most-decorated fighters in Bellator history, Michael Chandler reclaimed the lightweight championship this past December to become a three-time titleholder. “Iron” has defeated a who’s who among the division’s elite, לְהָבִיא **ברנט פרימוס**, **בנסון הנדרסון**, **Patricky Pitbull** (x2), **Yamauchi עד** and Eddie Alvarez. The former University of Missouri wrestler from High Ridge, מו, who now calls Nashville home, has had a slow-building feud with his May 11 יריב, verbally sparring with his foe following wins over Patricio’s brother Patricky and on social media. עכשיו, the time for talk is over and both will enter the Bellator cage to finally settle the score.

יוצאי נטאל, ריו גראנדה דו נורטה, ברזיל, two-time featherweight champ Patricio “Pitbull” will enter the Bellator cage for a promotional record 21th time. עם ניצחונות מרשימים על שמו מעל **דניאל שטראוס** (x3), **דניאל Weichel** (x2) ו **פט קאראן**, he most recently defeated **עמנואל סנצ'ז** באמצעות החלטת פה אחד ב *Bellator 209*. Moving up a weight class for the first time since *Bellator 160* when he met Benson Henderson, “Pitbull” is planning to leave his mark in a new division and go down as one of the all-time greats. לאחר שהשיג לסיים ב 20 שלו 28 זוכה כמקצועי, the reigning champion has become synonymous with excitement and fans can certainly expect more fireworks when looks to become a simultaneous two-division champion on May 11.

לחימה מאטלנטה, גא., by way of Goiania, ברזיל, Douglas “The Phenom” Lima has been a mainstay at the top of the 170-pound division for the better part of three years. With wins against the likes of **לורנץ לארקין**, **אנדריי Koreshkov** (x2), **פול דיילי** and Ben Saunders, the 31-year-old advanced to the semifinals of the Welterweight World Grand Prix after a technical submission win against Koreshkov. A winner of nine out of his last 11 תחרויות, the American Top Team product remains set on showing the world how dominant he truly is.

One of the most unorthodox strikers to ever compete, “MVP” has steadily worked his way up the welterweight ranks since signing with the organization in 2013. Known for his unique style and personality both inside the cage and out, every Michael Page fight is must-see entertainment. With an undefeated record of 14-0, ו 11 of those victories coming by stoppage, the 31-year-old out of London Shootfighters advanced to the semifinals following a closely contested unanimous decision win against rival Paul Daley at *Bellator 216.*

Fighting out of Long Beach, קליפורניה., A.J. מקי puts his undefeated record on the line against the former champ on May 11. Currently training alongside the likes of **אהרון פיק**,**"פרוסת תינוק"** ו **ג'ואי דייויס** at The Body Shop under the tutelage of his father, MMA veteran Antonio McKee, the second-generation fighter has been making quite the name for himself since joining the professional ranks. רק ב 23 שנים של גיל, “Mercenary” has set the Bellator record for consecutive wins at 13, לאחר שניצח **דניאל קרופורד**, **בריאן מור**, **John “Macapa**, Justin Lawrence and **דומיניק מצוטה** לאורך הדרך. Known for his highlight-reel finishes, McKee will look to remain unbeaten and keep his name etched in the record books when he meets Curran at *Bellator 221.* A former two-time Bellator world featherweight champion, **פט קאראן** returns to the cage near his hometown looking to earn another shot at gold. Fighting out of Crystal Lake, חולה., “Paddy Mike” is in the midst of a three-fight win streak that includes victories over **עמנואל סנצ'ז**, **John “Macapa”**and Georgi Karakhanyan. The longtime Bellator veteran, who debuted at *Bellator 14* ב 2010, owns additional wins over **פטריק "פיטבול**,**” Joe Warren**, **רוג'ר הוארטה** ו **דניאל שטראוס**. כמו כן, a two-time Bellator tournament winner, the 31-year-old’s return to the top of the 145-pound division begins with a tough test against McKee.

יליד פרי, אוקלהומה., Hager emphatically showed the world that he belongs in the sport of MMA with a submission win over J.W. Kizer ב *Bellator 214* בחודש ינואר. A collegiate wrestler at the University of Oklahoma, שם הוא היה אמריקאי כללי וקבע את שיא בית הספר לרוב הסיכות במחזור המשקל של 285 קילו בעונה אחת עם 30. לאחר סיום הלימודים ושיחה עם קריין ההיאבקות האגדי ועמיתו אוקלהומה מוקדם יותר, ג'ים רוס, Hager made the transition to professional wrestling and signed with World Wrestling Entertainment. בזמן שהוא ב- WWE, הגר המשיך לטעון למספר תארים מקצועיים נחשקים במהלך שהותו בארגון, כולל אליפות העולם במשקל כבד ב- WWE, אליפות ECW ואליפות ארצות הברית WWE. עכשיו, the man also known to fans around the globe as “Jack Swagger” will return to action MMA action in Chicago against a soon-to-be-announced heavyweight opponent.

**עדכון *Bellator 221: צ'נדלר לעומת. Pitbull* כרטיס:**

*תואר עולמי קל משקל:* **מייקל צ'נדלר** (19-4) לעומת. **פטריסיו "פיטבול"** (28-4)

*Welterweight World Grand Prix Semi-final:* **דאגלס לימה** (30-7) לעומת. **דף "ארס" מיכאל** (14-0)

*במשקל נוצה ראשי כרטיס באוט:* **A.J. מקי** (13-0) לעומת. **פט קאראן** (23-7)

*התקף קלפים ראשי במשקל כבד:* **ג'ייק הגר** (1-0) לעומת. TBA

*נושא כרטיס לשינוי

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אגרוף, אמריקה Combate, אומנויות לחימה מעורבות, MMA

COMBATE AMERICAS SIGNS UNDEFEATED BOXER, FORMER “LUCHA UNDERGROUND” CHAMP DULCE MARIA GARCIA RIVAS TO EXCLUSIVE, MULTI-FIGHT MMA PROMOTIONAL CONTRACT

פבואר 21, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

Prior to making her boxing debut in April 2017, Garcia had appeared in 57 episodes of El Rey Network’s Lucha Libre television series, Lucha Underground, and was crowned the first women’s champion in the show’s history on April 9, 2016.

Garcia is also a four-time champion of Mexico’s Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide professional wrestling organization, and the wife of former, three-time world boxing championג'וני גונזלס.

אגרוף

Espinoza vs. Nuñez Main Event Added to “Rumble at the Rock IV” on Friday, מרץ 1, at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & קזינו בהוליווד, פלורידה. and Live on Boxeo Telemundo

פבואר 21, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

A second main event has been added to the professional boxing אירוע ב **יום שישי, מרץ 1,** ב **Hard Rock Event Center** ב **מלון סמינול הארד רוק & קזינו בהוליווד, פלורידה.,** ולחיות ב **Boxeo Telemundo** (11:35 ראש הממשלה ET / PT).

שהוצג על ידי **Kris Lawrence and The Heavyweight Factory,** בשיתוף עם **All Star Boxing, Rumble at the Rock IV** will now also feature highly touted WBO No.1-ranked and WBO Bantamweight Latin Champion **Ricardo “Hindu” Espinoza** (22-2-19 קוס) של טיחואנה, מקסיקו, defending his title against Panama’s rugged veteran **Ricardo “El Matematico” Nuñez** (29-8-23 קוס).

In the 10-round welterweight co-main event, Miami via Puerto Rico’s **Derrieck Cuevas**(18-0-1, 14 קוס) will face fellow Floridian **Ed “The Lion” Paredes** (38-7-1, 25 קוס) of Pembroke Pines, פלורידה.

**Tickets for “Rumble at the Rock IV” cost $60, $100, $150, $250 ו $500 and are available through** ticketmaster.com.

Nuñez, מתמודד תואר עולמי לשעבר, is looking to test his young opponent by bringing him into deep waters and kickstarting his boxing career for one last shot at a world title. מצד השני, Espinoza is coming off a second-round stoppage of then undefeated Colombian prospect Yeison Vargas (17-1-12 קוס).

“My opponents tend to underestimate me because of my young age,” said Espinoza.“They soon realize my power once in the ring. I never underestimate anyone who has two hands.”

“I’ve seen that Espinoza has never fought into later rounds,” said Nuñez. “I’m looking to take him into uncharted waters to see if he still has the power he claims when we get into rounds 8, 9 and 10.”

במוצאי מאבק, the Hard Rock Event Center doors open at 6 אחה"צ, והפעולה מתחילה ב 7 p.m. מלון סמינול הארד רוק & Casino is located at 1 Seminole Way in Hollywood, פלורידה.

אגרוף

“פופאי” חוזר אל הדרום זה יום שבת ב שרלוט, צפון קרוליינה

פבואר 20, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

HARTFORD, קונטיקט. (פבואר 18, 2019) – סיכוי מנוצח **ריצ'רד “פופאי המלח” ריברה** חוזר אל הדרום במוצאי השבת הקרוב (פבואר. 23) באחר “להישאר עסוק” להילחם על “כריסטי מרטין Fight Night” כרטיס, שהוצגו על ידי מבצעים כריסטי מרטין, בבית ממרכז הבמה @ Noda בשארלוט, צפון קרוליינה.

נובמבר האחרון 30^ה, ריברה נלחמת ב שרלוט בפעם הראשונה, לדפוק את האהוב מקומי **יהושע רוברטסון** בסיבוב השישי. ביום פבואר. 23 הוא יעמוד מול לוחם ותיק מקסיקני **חוזה “אולימפיקו” גְדֵרָה** (20-23, 12 קוס) בתוך התקף שישה-עגול אמורים להיות שנוי במחלוקת בכל משקל catch-187 פאונד.

הלוחם ריקני-אמריקאי פוארטו לא היו תומכים רבים בזמן האחרון סביב אך, מבוסס על הביצועים המרשימים שלו, הוא ניצח כמה אוהדים אל הצד שלו, והוא בהחלט מתכוון להוסיף עוד טיול זה.

“הלחימה שם בפעם הראשונה הייתה חוויה מעניינת,” ריברה אמר. “היה לי קצת רגשות מעורבים, אבל האוהדים לא הראו לי המון אהבה. אנשים ניגשו אליי אחרי הקרב אומרים כמה הם נהנו מתבוננים בי להילחם. זו הייתה חוויה טובה בשבילי. הרבצתי לוחם מקומי, אבל הם רוצים אותי בחזרה, ואני הולך לשם כדי לקבל את העבודה שוב.

“על פי התוכנית, יש לי יותר קרבות השנה להגדיל ניסיון הטבעת שלי. אני מרגיש בטוח יותר להילחם זה. כל מה שאני חסר הוא ניסיון מריבות גדולות וכי מגיע. האני בטוח יותר להיות בתוך הטבעת עוזרת לי להתמקד טוב יותר על מה אני עושה שם.

“היו לי כמה מכשולים לאורך הדרך, אבל אני אוהב אגרוף נלחם כמו "פופאי". אני מתעורר כל בוקר מוכן ללכת.”

ריברה (9-0, 8 קוס), פדרצית אגרוף יוניברסל המכהנת (UBF) אלוף במשקל קל כל אמריקה, הוא חלק שלישייה מבצע הרטפורד אגרוף התגבש (HBP) בשנה שעברה, הכולל גם מאמן המנהל / הראש של ריברה **טוני לבן** והשותף השני שלהם, **מיכאל טראן**.

בלנקו ציין כי המאבק הזה ריברה הוסיף חשיבות. “אנחנו מדברים על אמרגן גדול על עסקת השיתוף לקדם ריצ'רד,” בלאנקו הסביר. “אז, הוא צריך להיראות טוב פבואר 23^rd בשארלוט. יש לו את השילוב הנכון של כישרון וסחירות כי האוהדים אוהבים.

“הולך שרלוט להילחם לראשונה הייתה חוויה טובה. הם אהבו וכיבדו אותו עד כדי כך שהוא בדרך חזרה לפי דרישת הקהל. אנחנו באמת אוהבים כריסטי, למען הכנות. היא כבר שאלה אם ריצ'רד היה להילחם על כרטיס שהיא מקדמת בחודש מארס ג'קסונוויל, פלורידה.”

מרטין מרגיש באותו אופן על צוות ריברה. “הוא ילד מדהים,” היא הוסיפה. “הוא מוכשר, מקצוען מוצק בטבעת, ומאוד כריזמטי מחוץ לזירה. אוהדים כאן אוהבים אותו כלוחם אדם. אני כבר אומר "פופאי’ חוזר ואוהדים כאן נרגשות.

“ועכשיו הוא יצא מאזור הנוחות שלו, נלחמים מחוץ לניו אינגלנד, מול קהל שונה, ונגד לוחמים עם סגנונות שונים השמיים הם הגבול עבורו. אני חושב שהוא הדבר האמיתי.”

כרטיסים במחיר של $70.00 (שׁוּרָה רִאשׁוֹנָה) ו $35.00 (הודאה כללית וזמין לרכישה על המקום.

פתיחת דלתות בשעה 6 p.m. ET עם התקף הראשון מתוכנן להתחיל ב- 7 p.m. ו.

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אומנויות לחימה מעורבות, MMA, קרבות ניו אינגלנד

CALEB HALL LOOKS TO CONTINUE WIN STREAK AT NEF 38

פבואר 20, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

לשחרורו מיידי: פורטלנד, מיין (פבואר 18, 2019) – קרבות ניו אינגלנד (NEF) תציג את אומנויות הלחימה המעורבות הבאה שלה (MMA) אירוע, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” באפריל 27, 2019 באאורה בפורטלנד. The fight promotion just announced the addition of a professional lightweight fight to the card. כלב הול ייקח ב Jay Ellis במשקל של 155-קרב ליש"ט.

Hall is on a five-fight win streak in the NEF cage going back to his amateur days. His last loss for the promotion was more than four years ago at “NEF 16” against current professional featherweight champion Josh Harvey. Hall closed out his amateur career with three straight wins, including capturing the amateur 145-pound strap.

He continued that success into the professional ranks in 2018. In his pro debut last spring, Hall submitted veteran John Ortolani in the first round with a Von Flu Choke. He followed up that performance with another first round submission, this time over CJ Ewer via D’Arce Choke this past September at “NEF 35.”

Hall cut his teeth on the wrestling mats of Dirigo High School in Dixfield, Maine where he was a two-time state champion. He now represents the Choi Institute based out of Recon Fitness in Portland.

“I am happy to be fighting in Portland at Aura again,” said Hall of the upcoming April 27 bout against Jay Ellis. “I am looking to pick up where I left off in 2018 and continuing my winning streak.”

האירוע הבא מעורב אמנויות לחימה של NEF, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” יתקיים בשבת, אפריל 27, 2019 באאורה בפורטלנד, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.AuraMaine.com.

אגרוף, פוקס, אלופי אגרוף לראש הממשלה,

FRANCISCO ‘CHIA’ SANTANA TO MAKE PBC DEBUT

פבואר 20, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

**WELTERWEIGHT CONTENDER ADDED TO THE TELEVISED UNDERCARD OF PORTER VS. UGAS – LIVE ON FOX – MARCH 9TH**

Ventura, קליפורניה: פבואר 18, 2019

**Francisco ‘Chia’ סנטנה** (25-6-1, 12 קוס) יעשה **נכסים ובניין** debut on the televised undercard of the **WBC Welterweight World Championship Fight** בין **שון פורטר** ו **יודניס אוגאס** לחיות ב **פוקס** ב **9 במרץ** at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, קליפורניה.

Santana will face Arizona’s **הבל ראמוס** (23-3-2, 18 קוס) in what promises to be an action packed battle between two aggressive fighters both coming off victories, with the winner in line to face an opponent from PBC’s deep welterweight stable later this year.

סנטנה, who is coming off one of the biggest upsets of 2018 כשהוא הביס **זוכה מדליות זהב אולימפיות** and world title challenger, **פליקס דיאז**, is currently ranked **#14** ב **WBC**.

“It’s crazy how much can change in a year.” מסביר, סנטנה.

“Last year at this time I was coming off back to back controversial losses that I felt I had won. My promoter had dropped me. I couldn’t find a fight. I had been out of the ring for a year. It looked like my career was over. I actually landed the Diaz fight because a friend entered me in an online contest to be an alternate fighter for a WBC tournament. The fans voted me in and when a fighter was injured, I was bumped up into the main tournament. I knew no one was giving me a chance to beat Diaz who was the favorite to win the whole tournament but when I’m overlooked that’s when I’m the most dangerous. The win landed me in the WBC’s Top 15 rankings allowing me to now be able to fight for their world title. I believe I am only one or two fights away from that opportunity and no one is going to stand in my way.”

Having worked with several promoters throughout his 14 את הקריירה מקצועית של השנה, Santana is happy to be featured on a major **אלופי אגרוף לראש הממשלה,** אירוע.

“The amount of world class welterweights that PBC has is unreal, לְהָבִיא 4 של 5 current world champions. It’s literally a who’s who of the division. I’m beyond excited to be able to make my PBC debut on Fox in primetime on the undercard of the WBC welterweight title fight. I have nothing but respect for a fellow hard working fighter like Ramos and I expect a war but I intend to make a statement on March 9th and come out victorious.”

סנטנה, a Santa Barbara native who lives and trains in Ventura, California atKnuckleHeadz Boxing Gym with trainer, **יוסף “Hoss” Janik**, is a favorite amongst hardcore boxing fans for his relentless in ring style and his fight anyone, בכל מקום, anytime attitude that has seen him give multiple future world champions all they could handle. בנוסף, he’s widely considered one of the friendliest fighters in the entire sport.

“I follow the golden rule. Treat others how you want to be treated. I’m a boxer but I’m a also massive boxing fan. Nothing is better than going to the fights and talking boxing with other fans. I’m no different than them. I wake up and run. I go to work all day with an hour commute back and forth. I hit the gym at night. I spend what little time I have left with my family. Then I go to sleep exhausted. I haven’t caught many breaks in this sport but I still haven’t given up on my dream of being a world champion. In life or in boxing, my motto is train, מאבק, נצחון. I think that’s something everyone can relate to.”
**FRANCISCO ‘CHIA’ SANTANA CAREER HIGHLIGHTS**

Former WBA International Champion
Has wins over 4 former world champions and challengers
Has a draw against world title challenger, ג'וליאן וויליאמס
Has gone the distance with world champions like Jermell Charlo
Has taken the “O” מ 3 different prospects including Eddie Gomez
His 1st round KO of undefeated Kendal Mena was ESPN’s #2 Play of the Day

אגרוף, פוקס, אלופי אגרוף לראש הממשלה,

ארול ספנס JR. VS. MIKEY GARCIA LOS ANGELES PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & תמונות

פבואר 17, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

**Unbeaten Welterweight World Champion Spence Battles Undefeated Four-Division World Champion Garcia In Historic Showdown On First Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event**

**יום שבת, מרץ 16 From AT&T Stadium in Arlington, טקסס**
**Tickets On Sale Now at SeatGeek.com**

**לחץ כאן עבור תמונות פרנק Micelotta / FOX ספורט**

**לחץ כאן for Photos from Andy Samuelson/**
**אלופי אגרוף לראש הממשלה,**

**לחץ כאן for FOX Sports Press Conference Video**

**לוס אנג'לס** (פבואר 16, 2019) – אלוף העולם במשקל חצי כבד ללא הפסד **ארול ספנס Jr.** and undefeated four-division champion **מייקי גרסיה** 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, מרץ 16 from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, טקסס.

Spence and Garcia were joined on stage at the press conference by a living legend,**תומאס “Hitman” 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, President and General Manager **Jerry Jones**, who shared his thoughts on the electrifying event coming to AT&T Stadium, before Spence and Garcia were gifted personalize Cowboys jerseys by two Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders.

Tickets for the March 16 אירוע, which is promoted by TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports, על מכירת החברה, and can be purchased at SeatGeek.com, the Official Ticketing Provider of AT&T Stadium.

Also in attendance at the press conference were undefeated former 168-pound champion **דוד בנבידז** and heavyweight fan-favorite **כריס Arreola**, who compete on the PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View undercard as Benavidez battles veteran contender **J'Leon אהבה**, while Arreola matches up against unbeaten **Jean Pierre Augustin**.

Here is what the press conference participants had to say Saturday from Microsoft Theater at L.A. בשידור חי:

**ארול ספנס 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, בסופו של היום, 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.”

**מייקי גךסיה**

“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, בדיוק כמוני. 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.

“This is history in the making. 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.”

**דריק ג'יימס, המאמן של ספנס**

“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.”

**רוברט GARCIA, Garcia’s Brother & מאמן**

“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 בנבידז**

“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. I’m not overlooking him. 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.

“I’m better than ever. 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.”

**כריס 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, Dallas Cowboys Owner, President and General Manager**

*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 Stadium, 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.”

**ריצ'רד שייפר, יוֹשֵׁב רֹאשׁ & מנכ"ל ספורט Ringstar**

“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. ארול ספנס 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, נשיא מבצעי TGB**

“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***
ספנס 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, מרץ 16 from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, טקסס.

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.

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**About AT&T Stadium:**
AT&T Stadium is one of the largest, most technologically advanced entertainment venues in the world. Designed by HKS and built by Manhattan Construction, the $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, על 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, the 2010 NBA All Star Game, the 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four, the 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, קונצרטים, championship fights, international soccer matches, and other special events. לקבלת מידע נוסף, ללכת ל www.attstadium.com.

אומנויות לחימה מעורבות, MMA, קרבות ניו אינגלנד

JAKE BAGLEY AFTER DAZZLING MMA DEBUT: “I PLAN ON DOING BIG THINGS”

פבואר 17, 2019 FNU47 להשאיר תגובה

פורטלנד, מיין (פבואר 16, 2019)—Jake “The Bull” Bagley has had a mythical reputation within the Maine wrestling community for well over a decade, but when he made his mixed martial arts (MMA) debut at “NEF 37: Sub Zero” on February 1^{רח '} in Bangor, a whole new legion of fans learned his name—fight fans. That’s because Bagley, a multiple-time state champion wrestler, brought the house down in his back-and-forth, fist-tastic battle with Canada’s Brady Macdonald. Bagley discussed his NEF MMA debut recently with Bryan Stackpole and Ryan Jarrell on the Between Rounds Radio פודקאסט.

Bagley, now 25-years-old, grew-up wrestling for perennial powerhouse Noble High School in North Berwick, מיין, where he won two state championships. During his time on the mat, Bagley earned a reputation as a relentless competitor that never hesitated to bump up in weight to face the toughest challengers he could find at both the state and national levels. Blessed with a relentless desire to constantly test his abilities, Bagley’s interests naturally progressed to MMA at a young age.

“When I was 15, I believe I was a sophomore, I heard there was cage fighting going on in Berwick, מיין,” Bagley told Stackpole and Jarrell. “I went down and checked it out and that’s the first day I met Bill Jones. I was 15-years-old and I walked into Hall Brother’s Roofing and they’re out there behind a storage unit place, in a garage bay training. Ever since that day, Bill’s been kicking my ass and pushing me to it. In the last couple of months, I finally got serious about it and decided to do it.”

Bagley’s NEF debut earlier this month came against a fighter that had proven himself to be a wrestler’s kryptonite. Canada’s Brady Macdonald needed only 15-seconds to force multiple-time New Hampshire state champion Greg Waterbury to tap when he debuted with the promotion in June 2018. Early into his bout with Bagley, it looked like history might repeat itself when Macdonald was able to secure Bagley’s back during the first round. Bagley, עם זאת, would have none of it.

“He caught me with that first overhand right right at the beginning of the fight and then it clicked—I realized I was in a fight,” Bagley recounted. “My adrenaline went up. I couldn’t have been happier. It was everything that I was looking for.”

Bagley fought off the choke and then, the fight was on. A frenetic, high-paced free-for-all followed that had all 1200 fans in the building on their feet.

“As soon as I realized how hard he could hit, I had no fear—I was going forward,” Bagley stated.

“I didn’t realize how many times he actually hit me until I saw the video,” Bagley continued. “That’s a big thing—I need to keep my hands up.”

One of the most dangerous moments of the fight for Bagley came when he found himself caught in a deep heel hook.

“I look at the video now and I see my foot facing down and my knee facing up and it definitely hurt,” Bagley explained. “He had it in there tight and I’m glad I got through it.”

“I didn’t notice anybody but Brady that night. When I was in there I couldn’t hear coaches yelling, I couldn’t hear fans yelling. It was awesome. It was pure focus because I knew if I wasn’t focusing he was going to catch me like I was catching him.”

עכשיו, a couple of weeks removed from his head-turning debut, the bumps and bruises have healed, but for Bagley—and the fans that were fortunate enough to witness it—the magic of the moment has not been forgotten.

“I’ve wrestled on a couple of national stages, but the emotion and the stuff after that fight… I still feel it today,” Bagley said.

"זה מרגיש מדהים," הוא המשיך. “I’ve always been a competitor and I’ve always trained my entire life. I didn’t do much the last five years—I had a couple of kids and started a family. When I just got back into the gym it was like riding a bike. Once I get going, there’s not going to be anybody to stop me.”

Once again fully committed to a competition lifestyle, Bagley is ready to start racking up the wins the same way he did on the wrestling mat.

“I feel that now that I’m in it, I have that drive and motivation that I don’t think many people are going to be able to compete with,"הוא אמר. “I’ve got unnatural athletic ability and my determination is going to be hard to match—I don’t care who you are.”

“I will fight anybody that wants to accept a fight with me," הוא המשיך. “That’s how I feel. If I want to be the best, I’m going to go against the best. I’ll take on anybody right now.”

“I plan on doing big things.”

האירוע הבא מעורב אמנויות לחימה של NEF, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” יתקיים בשבת, אפריל 27, 2019 at Aura in Portland, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.AuraMaine.com. ��F�>s�O