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Bare Knuckle Boxing, UFC

EHEMALIGES UFC-STANDOUT-ARTEM LOBOV TRITT DER KLEINEN KNUCKLE-KAMPFMEISTERSCHAFT MIT EXKLUSIVEM MULTI-FIGHT-ANGEBOT BEI

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Der in Russland geborene Stablemate von Conor McGregor
BKFC-Debüt bei BKFC geben 6 April 20 am
Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, FRAU



PHILADELPHIA (Februar 13, 2019) – Ehemaliger UFC-Star Artem lobov, ein Stallkamerad von Conor McGregor, hat seine Freilassung von UFC beantragt, um einen exklusiven Mehrkampfvertrag mit zu unterzeichnen Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship(BKFC) und setzen Sie seine Kampfsportkarriere bei BKFC fort, während sich die Organisation auf ein Bannerjahr vorbereitet.

“Ich denke, Artem ist eine großartige Ergänzung zu unserem Kader und sein Stil ist für diesen Sport gemacht,” sagte BKFC-Gründer und Präsident David Feldman. “Das Anziehen und Unterzeichnen eines Mannes mit den folgenden Eigenschaften von Artem passt perfekt zu dem, wo wir uns gerade als Organisation befinden. Ich denke, diese Unterzeichnung spricht Bände für die Richtung, in die BKFC geht.”

Lobov wird am Samstag sein BKFC-Debüt geben, April 20 als Teil von BKFC 6, die am Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi stattfinden wird, FRAU. Er trifft auf den aus Biloxi stammenden und UFC-Veteranen Jason Knight.

“Jason Knight ist eine Aktion, hartgesottener Kämpfer, der zum ersten Mal seit langer Zeit in seiner Heimatstadt kämpfen wird,” fuhr Feldman fort. “Dies ist ein wahrer Kreuzungskampf. Ich persönlich denke, dies ist ein Kandidat für den Kampf des Jahres.”

“Ich kann es kaum erwarten, um die Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship zu kämpfen,” sagte Lobov. “Ich habe sie von Anfang an verfolgt. Ich liebe, was sie tun, und ich danke David Feldman, dass er an mich geglaubt hat. Ich freue mich auf diese neue Phase meiner Karriere und denke, sie hat den perfekten Regelsatz für mich, um meine besten Leistungen zu erbringen. Ich freue mich darauf, ein Star in diesem Sport zu werden.”

Der 32-jährige Kämpfer aus Russland machte sich in der Saison einen Namen 22 von The Ultimate Fighter als Teil des Teams McGregor, Dort arbeitete er sich bis zum Finale des Turniers vor, bevor er gegen Ryan Hall verlor. Er forderte Cub Swanson bei einem UFC-Main Event in heraus 2016, nach Siegen über Chris Avila und Alex White. Während er seine letzten drei UFC-Kämpfe durch Entscheidung verlor, er besitzt 13 Professionelle MMA gewinnt und wird diese Erfahrung in die BKFC-Aktion einfließen lassen.
Boxen, UFC

Fire Fist Boxing fighters set for UFC Fight Pass bouts in St. Petersburg

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Tampa, FL (Februar 13, 2019) – Fire Fist Boxing’s Connor “The Kid” Coyle, Willian “Baby Face” Silva and Mark Reyes Jr. will all fight as part of a UFC Fight Pass card Saturday, Februar 16 at the Coliseum in St. Petersburg, FL.

This excellent evening of boxing is promoted by Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions in association with Rite Hook Promotions.

Headlining the telecast is an eight round middleweight showdown between Coyle and Travis “Dirty Red” Scott.

Splitting time between his native Ireland and St. Petersburg, FL, Coyle’s a perfect 8-0 mit 3 gewinnt durch KO. He’s become a big draw in the Tampa-St Pete area and most recently scored a sixth round TKO of Danny Pastrana. The talented Coyle has been featured as a prospect to watch out for by media members from both sides of the pond.

Fighting out of Baton Rouge, LA, Scott is Coyle’s most experienced foe to date. The 38-year-old has an excellent 19-4 Profibuch mit 5 KO. A true veteran of the sport, Scott turned pro in 2004 when Coyle was 14.

Welterweight phenom Mark Reyes Jr of Tampa, FL risks his 0 against fellow unbeaten Rodrigo Tatijewski of Sao Paolo, Brazil in a highly-anticipated six round contest.

The wildly popular Reyes Jr. ist 8-0 mit 6 KO. An athletic boxer-puncher, Reyes is coming off a third round TKO of Juan Garces last October and at 22-years-old, continues to improve rapidly.

Tatijewski, who is fighting for the first time in the United States, ist 8-0 und hat 7 wins by way of knockout. He’s confident of making a major splash by taking out Reyes in front of millions of viewers on UFC Fight Pass.

Junior welterweight Willian “Baby Face” Silva of Plant City, FL by way of Sao Paolo, Brazil challenges rugged Argentinian Juan Ramon Solis in a ten rounder.

Silva, who has an excellent 26-2 professional ledger and 15 gewinnt durch KO, scored a dominant 9th round TKO over Jose Forero last October. After fighting most of his career at lightweight, Silva’s sights are set on the best at 140 pounds but he must first get past Solis.

Living and fighting out of Buenos Aires, Argentinien, Solis is 25-13 mit 9 KO. The 36-year-old’s faced many top fighters including world champion Robert Easter, contenders Sergio Thompson and Diego Silva along with unbeaten Saul Rodriguez among others.

“This is a great opportunity for Connor, Mark and Willian,” said Jody Caliguire of Fire Fist Boxing. “The UFC Fight Pass platform is perfect for all three of these excellent boxers to showcase their talent to fans from all over. We’re looking forward to Saturday evening.”

Fans can watch Coyle, Silva and Reyes’ bouts on Ufc.tv/page/fightpass and tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
fight-fest-st-pete-ufc-fight-
pass-rjj-rite-hook-promotions-tickets-55031335205.

Weitere Informationen, besuchen Sie bitte Firefistboxing.net oder Facebook.com/firefistboxing.

ABOUT FIRE FIST BOXING: Fire Fist Boxing is a professional full-service boxing management group. Fire Fist Boxing manages elite top-ranked, local and international boxers living and/or training in the Tampa Bay area.
Boxen, Show Time, Showtime Boxing, Frauenboxen

Claressa Shields vs. CHRISTINA HAMMER UNSTREITIGES DAMEN-MITTELWACHS-WELTMEISTERSCHAFTS-SET FÜR SAMSTAG, APRIL 13 LIVE ON SHOWTIME® VON DER BOARDWALK HALL IN ATLANTIC CITY

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IBF, WBA und WBC Champion Shields treffen die WBO & WBC-Champion im Recess Hammer im wohl bedeutendsten Box-Event der Frauen-Geschichte



Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE® Live At 9 p.m. ET / PT



NEW YORK – Februar 12, 2019 - Die ungeschlagenen Weltmeisterinnen im Mittelgewicht Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer treffen am Samstag aufeinander, April 13 live auf SHOWTIME, um den unangefochtenen 160-Pfund-Weltmeister der Frauen zu krönen. Die Blockbuster-Vereinigung von Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. wird das Hauptereignis von . sein Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE Leben zu 9 p.m. ET/PT und ist wohl das bedeutendste Boxereignis für Frauen in der Geschichte.



Shields vs. Hammer verfügt über zwei der konsensuellen Top-10-Pfund-für-Pfund-Kämpfer der Welt, die sich gegen den zweiten unangefochtenen Champion in der Geschichte des weiblichen Boxens stellen.Der Kampf, ursprünglich für November geplant 2018, wurde aufgrund eines inzwischen gelösten medizinischen Problems von Hammer verschoben.



Der 23-jährige Shields (8-0, 2 KOs) ist ein Zwei-Divisions-Champion, der die IBF hält, WBA und WBC-160-Pfund-Titel. Der 28-jährige Hammer (24-0, 11 KOs) besitzt den WBO-Gürtel, ist der WBC-Champion in Recess, und dominiert seit mehr als acht Jahren das Frauen-Mittelgewicht. Shields und Hammer kämpften letzten Juni bei SHOWTIME auf derselben Karte, Beide Kämpferinnen gewannen eindrucksvoll, um den ersten unbestrittenen Showdown in der 160-Pfund-Division der Frauen zu organisieren.



Der Gewinner von Shields vs. Hammer wird Terrence Crawford beitreten, Jermain Taylor, Bernard Hopkins, Oleksandr Usyk und Frauen Weltergewicht Cecilia Braekhus als die einzigen Kämpfer haben alle vier wichtigen WM-Titel in jeder Gewichtsklasse vereinigt.



Shields vs. Hammer wird von Salita Promotions gefördert. Ticketpreise und Vorverkaufsdatum werden nächste Woche von Boardwalk Hall bekannt gegeben.



„Ich suche immer die größten Herausforderungen und setze mir die höchsten Ziele. Ich werde bereit sein wie nie zuvor und werde Christina Hammer am 13. April besiegen“, sagte Shields. „Nichts wird mich davon abhalten, unbestrittener Champion zu werden und meinen Weg fortzusetzen, das Frauenboxen in noch nie dagewesene Höhen zu führen. Ich möchte die Größte aller Zeiten sein und das Spiel für alle Frauen im Sport für immer verändern, und April 13 ist ein wichtiger Schritt auf diesem Weg in die Geschichte.“



„Auf diesen Moment habe ich lange gewartet,“ sagte Hammer. „Ich bin größer, stärker und erfahrener als Claressa Shields. Ich bin ungeschlagen und seit über acht Jahren Champion. Ich kann es kaum erwarten, der Welt zu zeigen, dass ich der beste und unangefochtene Weltmeister im Mittelgewicht bin.“



„SHOWTIME Sports hat eine lange Geschichte darin, die Besten im Kampfsport für Frauen zu präsentieren, ob es mit Laila Ali und Christy Martin im Boxen war, oder Gina Carano, Cris Cyborg und Ronda Rousey in MMA,Sagte Gordon Hall, Executive Producer von Showtime Boxing: SONDERAUSGABE. „In jüngerer Zeit, seit 2016 Wir haben die Elite von heute mit Claressa Shields vorgestellt, Christina Hammer, Katie Taylor und Amanda Serrano treten in einem branchenführenden . auf 10 Präsentationen des Frauenboxens. Männlich oder weiblich, SHOWTIME hat die besten Kämpfer in ihren härtesten Matchups geliefert, und April 13 wird es nicht anders. Wir haben zwei der besten Pfund-für-Pfund-Kämpferinnen der Welt, die sich gegenüberstehen, wobei alle vier Titel im Mittelgewicht auf dem Spiel stehen. Viel besser geht es nicht."



„Der größte Frauenkampf aller Zeiten findet im April statt 13 in der Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City,“, sagte Promoter Dmitriy Salita. „Claressa Shields und Christina Hammer“, beide Meister, beide in ihrer Blütezeit, nehmen nicht nur die größte Herausforderung in ihrer jeweiligen Karriere an, indem sie sich im Ring begegnen, sondern brechen Barrieren für das Boxen und für Frauen im Sport. April 13 ist dazu bestimmt, eine elektrische und historische Boxnacht live auf SHOWTIME zu werden.“



„Schilde vs. Hammer ist der größte und wichtigste Kampf in der Geschichte des Frauenboxens – zwei ungeschlagene vereinte Champions in ihrer besten Form kämpfen um die unbestrittene Weltmeisterschaft im Mittelgewicht,“, sagte Shields-Manager Mark Taffet. „Christina Hammer ist in der Tat eine sehr gute Kämpferin und Champion, aber Claressa Shields ist einmalig. Der gleiche intensive Fokus und die gleiche Entschlossenheit, die Claressa durchs Leben gebracht hat, brachte ihr zwei olympische Goldmedaillen ein, und gewann ihre fünf Weltmeistertitel in acht Profikämpfen, wird sie am 13. April zum Sieg führen.“



„Wir freuen uns sehr, Weltklasse-Championship-Boxen zurück in die Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City zu bringen,“, sagte Matt Doherty, Exekutivdirektor der Casino Reinvestment Development Authority. „Dies bekräftigt das Engagement der CRDA, Weltklasse-Sportveranstaltungen anzuziehen und mehr Besucher an unsere Destination zu bringen.“



Shields war der erste amerikanische Boxer in der Geschichte – männlich oder weiblich – der in Folge olympische Goldmedaillen gewann. Die Flint, Mich., gebürtiger wurde nach der 2016 Olympia und wurde in ihrem vierten Profikampf Weltmeisterin im Supermittelgewicht der Frauen. Shields wechselte für ihren Juni ins Mittelgewicht 22 Headliner bei SHOWTIME, Sie besiegte Hanna Gabriels, um die IBF- und WBA-Titel zu gewinnen und in ihrem sechsten Profi-Wettbewerb eine Zwei-Division-Meisterin zu werden. Nachdem Hammer aufgrund ihres medizinischen Problems zum WBC-Champion in Recess ernannt wurde, Shields holte sich den vakanten WBC-Titel im vergangenen November mit einer einstimmigen Entscheidung über Hannah Rankin. Alle drei Titel verteidigte sie zuletzt im Dezember gegen Femke Hermans.



Hammer, von Dortmund, Deutschland, ist die dominierende Kraft im Mittelgewicht der Frauen seit dem Gewinn des WBO-Titels in 2010. Hammer wurde vereinter Champion in 2016 mit einer einstimmigen Entscheidung über WBC-Titelliste Kali Reis und machte vier Verteidigungen als vereinter Champion. In ihren acht Jahren als Champion, Hammer hat nur eine Handvoll Runden verloren 16 WM-Titel kämpft. Hammer, der auch professionell modelliert und kürzlich auf der Fashion Week in New York City vorgestellt wurde, machte sie in den USA. Debüt im Juni 22 nach Wahlkampf hauptsächlich in Deutschland seit Berufseinstieg 2009. Nachdem er aus gesundheitlichen Gründen zum Rückzug aus der November-Vereinigung gezwungen wurde, Hammer hat letzten Samstag einen Nicht-Titelkampf durch KO in der zweiten Runde gewonnen, Februar 9 in Deutschland.



Die Unterkarte für das SHOWTIME BOXING: Die Sendung SPECIAL EDITION wird in den kommenden Wochen bekannt gegeben.

Boxen, Fuchs, Premier Boxing Champions

Welterweight Champion Errol Spence Jr. & Four-Division Champion Mikey Garcia to Square Off at Unprecedented Live Press Conference on FOX & FOX Deportes This Saturday, Februar 16 bei 4:30 p.m. UND / 1:30 p.m. PT from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live-

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Fighters to Preview Blockbuster Showdown During Nationally Televised Press Conference Leading up to Saturday, März 16 FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View from AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas

LOS ANGELES(Februar 11, 2019) – Unbeaten welterweight championErrol Spence Jr.and undefeated four-division championMikey Garciawill go face-to-face at a special FOX PBC PRESS CONFERENCE that will air live on FOX and FOX Deportes this Saturday, Februar 16 bei 4:30 p.m. UND / 1:30 p.m. PT from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live in Los Angeles.

“Errol Spence Jr. versus Mikey Garcia is one of the most intriguing fights of the year and having them face off before a live audience on network television is an unprecedented and unique way to build interest for this fight,” said Bill Wanger, EVP of Programming, Live Operations and Research, FOX Sports. “We’re excited to highlight these two undefeated fighters before they go toe-to-toe in the ring.”

“This is a historic occasion. I can’t recall the last time, if ever, in my 30 years in the sport when there has been a press conference live on broadcast television,” sagte Tom Brown, Präsident von TGB Promotions. “It’s just further proof of the commitment that FOX has to the sport and the PBC boxers. It’s also a win for the fans who tune-in because they will get a sneak peek at what awaits when these two champions step into the ring at AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas on March 16.”

“Spence vs. Garcia is a more than a fight. It is an event that will determine who is pound-for-pound the best fighter in the world,” sagte Richard Schaefer, Vorsitzender und CEO von Ringstar Sports. “It is an event that transcends boxing. The legendary AT&T Stadium is the perfect host for this event, where two champions in the prime of their careers will put their records and their legacies on the line. On March 16, the world will be watching and witness one of the biggest events of our generation.”

The hour-long show on FOX will be hosted by Kate Abdo along with analysts Ray Mancini and newly crowned IBF World Super Middleweight Champion Caleb Plant. Kenny Albert hosts the press conference with fighters in the ring, while Jimmy Lennon Jr. introduces fighters. Heidi Androl serves as the reporter, adding interviews during the show. Spence and Garcia will preview their upcoming FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View showdown taking place Saturday, März 16 von AT&T-Stadion in Arlington, Texas.

Boxing fans can tune-in at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT for more PBC on FOX and FOX Deportes coverage as a three-fight broadcast kicks off from Microsoft Theater with WBA Featherweight World Champion Leo Santa Cruz defending his title against Mexico’s Rafael Rivera in the main event.

Boxen, Premier Boxing Champions, Show Time, Showtime Boxing

GERVONTA DAVIS DEFENDS WBA SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE WITH THRILLING FIRST-ROUND TECHNICAL KNOCKOUT OF HUGO RUIZ SATURDAY ON SHOWTIME® FROM DIGNITY HEALTH SPORTS PARK IN CARSON, CALIF.

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Mario Barrios Remains Undefeated With Fourth-Round TKO Of Richard Zamora

Javier Fortuna Scores Unanimous Decision Against Sharif Bogere In Telecast Opener

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On SHOWTIME EXTREME®

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CARSON, Calif., (Februar 9, 2019) – Gervonta Davis defended his WBA Super Featherweight World Championship with a thrilling first-round TKO of former world champion Hugo Ruiz before a sellout crowd of 8,048 at Dignity Health Sports Park Saturday non SHOWTIME.
Knockdown video highlight: https://s.sho.com/2URYn8t

Baltimore’s Davis (21-0, 20 KOs) recorded his eighth career first-round knockout as referee Jack Reiss called off the fight with one second remaining in the first round following a devastating sweeping right hook by Davis connected cleanly and sent Ruiz (39-5, 32 KOs) down to his knees.

Davis, who entered the ring to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”, wasted little time showing why he is one of boxing rising super stars with his impressive fourth win in a world title fight. The 24-year-old Davis is the youngest U.S.-born world titlist in boxing and was headlining for the first time.

With his promoter Floyd Mayweather looking on, Davis made quick work of his late-replacement opponent. “I knew it was coming,"Er sagte. “I wanted to go more rounds, but I knew if I got him out of there early I could fight again sooner. When I touched the jab I saw his arm was in front of his face so if I threw a hook or uppercut it was right in line.”

Davis, who has now stopped his last 12 Gegner, verbunden an 50 Prozent seiner Macht Schläge, just under the 51 percent power accuracy he logged in his last four fights.

The late substitute 32-year-old Ruiz was fighting for the second time in three weeks as he replaced the injured Abner Mares. Ruiz was used to being on the other side of first-round knockouts having recorded 18 of his own during his career.

“As soon as he started landing punches, I could feel them,“ sagte Ruiziz. “I have a lot of first round knock outs, today was my turn to lose in the first round. It happens in boxing.”

Next up for Davis could be the winner of the March 2 Ricardo Nunez-Edner Cherry WBA Eliminator on SHOWTIME from Barclays Center. “We could do that,” Davis said. “At the end of the day I’m a fighter. I’m a fighter and I have a great team. One of the best in the sport. I believe in my team and whatever they line up, Ich bin bereit.

Davis told SHOWTIME reporter Jim Gray he’s ready for a sweet homecoming for his next fight. "Ja, mein herr. We’re coming to Baltimore. We’re going home, baby.”

In der Ko-Funktion, Mario Barrios (23-0, 14 KOs) knocked out his seventh consecutive opponent as the 23-year-old from San Antonio stopped Mexico’s Richard Zamora (15-3, 10 KOs). Der Stillstand kam 2:16 in round four as referee Ray Corona waved off the fight after a barrage of Barrios punches landed cleanly and dazed the game Zamora.

With noted trained Virgil Hunter in his corner, the accurate Barrios landed a staggering 59 Prozent seiner Macht Schläge, einschließlich 37 von 58 (64 Prozent) in the fourth and final round.

“He wasn’t an easy target at all,“, sagte Barrios, who sparred with Amir Khan and Devin Haney in training camp and is the WBA’s No. 1 ranked fighter at 140 Pfund. We just used everything we worked on in camp to find my range.”

Er fügte hinzu: “It was an amazing fight. I tip my hat to Zamora – he’s a hell of a warrior. I wish him nothing but the best for the rest of his career. Like he said at the press conference, he wanted a war and I brought it to him. Total respect to him.”

Zamora was making his United States debut. “I came to fight,"Er sagte. “I didn’t come to lay down. I thought I still could have fought more. I don’t want to criticize the referee. He did what he had to do.”

Barrios said he’s ready for the next big step-up in his career. “That’s up to my managerial team,"Er sagte. “Whenever they feel I’m ready I’ll fight for a world title. Any one of them. I am knocking down the door for a world title right now.”

In der Sendung Opener, Javier Fortuna (34-2-1, 23 KOs) won a unanimous decision against Sharif Bogere (32-2, 20 KOs) in einem 10-Runden leichten Anfall. Alle drei Richter erzielten den Kampf 96-93 in favor of Fortuna.

The southpaw Fortuna, of Braintree, Masse, by way of the Dominican Republic, knocked down Bogere in the sixth round, the same round Bogere suffered a nasty cut above his right eye after an accidental head clash.

The knockdown occurred after a powerful left uppercut by Fortuna dazed Bogere, who appeared to be pushed down and touched his glove on the canvas. Referee Edward Collantes scored it a knockdown, giving Fortuna the 10-8 Runde.

"(The knock down) was correct,“Sagte Fortuna, who said he would love a future shot against Davis. “I saw his eyes were a little glossy and his legs buckled a bit. When I saw that he was cut, the game plan changed again and we had to work again to attack the cut.”

Originally from Uganda but now living in Las Vegas, Bogere gave himself a seven out of 10 grade. “I think I won the fight,"Er sagte. “Even the knockdown was bull. He kept coming at me with the head. He kept trying to head butt me. The challenge was that there was blood in my eye. The first couple of rounds I was boxing him easily.”

At the midway point of the fight, Fortuna began pulling away winning rounds six, seven and eight on SHOWTIME Steve Farhood’s unofficial scorecard as Bogere continued to fade, although coming back to win round nine on Farhood’s card.

In the power punch category, Fortuna connected on 89 von 310 punches for 29 percent while Bogere landed 59 von 317 Für nur 19 Prozent. Bogere was riding a 13-fight winning streak over the past six years coming into the fight.

“What I want right now is a contract so I can fight Gervonta Davis wherever. Lomachenko, any of them,“Sagte Fortuna, who had a No Decision against Adrian Granados last June on SHOWTIME after falling out of the ring in the fourth round suffering a head and neck injury.

SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING COUNTDOWN featured two live undercard fights on social media platforms leading into the televised tripleheader. Former world title challenger Erickson Lubin (20-1, 15 KOs) knocked down Ishe Smith (29-11, 12 KOs) a total of four times before the fight was stopped at the end of round three in a scheduled 10-round super welterweight bout. Undefeated super lightweight Juan Heraldez (16-0, 10 KOs) stopped Eddie Ramirez (17-3, 11 KOs) in round seven of a scheduled 10-round fight.

Veteran broadcaster Brian Custer hosted SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING. Versatile combat sportscaster Mauro Ranallo called the action alongside Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein and former two-division world champion Paulie Malignaggi. Three Hall of Famers rounded out the telecast team – Emmy® Der preisgekrönte Reporter Jim Gray, Boxhistoriker Steve Farhood als inoffizieller Torschütze am Ring, und der weltbekannte Ringansager Jimmy Lennon Jr.. Alejandro Luna and former world champion Raul Marquez hosted the telecast in Spanish, available via Secondary Audio Programming (SAP). The Executive Producer of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING was David Dinkins Jr., mit Bob Dunphy Regie.

Showtime Championship Boxing triple Samstag wird am Montag wiedergeben zu können 10 p.m. ET / PT auf Showtime EXTREME.

Für weitere Informationen besuchen www.SHO.com/Sports und www.premierboxingchampions.com folgen auf Twitter @ShowtimeBoxing, SHOSports, @PremierBoxing @MayweatherPromo, @TGBPromotions und @Swanson_Comm oder ein Fan auf Facebook an www.Facebook.com/SHOSports, www.Facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions and Facebook.com/MayweatherPromotions.
Mixed Martial Arts, MMA, New England Fights

ZWEITER TITELKAMPF FÜR NEF ANGEGEBEN 38 IN PORTLAND FEATURES ELITE WRESTLERS

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Portland, Maine (Februar 8, 2019) – New England Fights (NEF) wird seine nächsten Mixed-Martial-Arts präsentieren (MMA) Ereignis, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” April 27, 2019 bei Aura in Portland. Bereits heute Morgen, the fight promotion announced the second amateur title fight confirmed for the event. Zac “Felsig” Richard (3-0-1) dauert an Tom “Der Phenom” Pagliarulo (2-1) for the vacant NEF Amateur Featherweight Championship.

It will be Richard’s second attempt at capturing the title. Earlier this month, Richard fought Fred Lear (6-2-1) to a thrilling five-round draw for the strap in Bangor, Maine. The bout is considered by many to be a very early contender for “Kampf des Jahres” in New England thus far. Lear’s decision to turn professional after that fight nixed any hope for an immediate rematch.

Richard, die 2018 “NEF Rookie of the Year” as voted by the promotion’s fans, went on a tear last year with three first-round finishes. He has never been a stranger to the winner’s circle, having won a Maine state championship in wrestling for Massabesic High School in 2015. Richard hopes to replicate that success on April 27 and take the featherweight strap home in his second attempt.

Richard represents team Nostos MMA of Somersworth, New Hampshire where he trains under current UFC fighter, und ehemaliger NEF Professional Lightweight Champion, Devin Powell (9-4).

“Now that I’ve been in a war, I know what I need to work on,” said Richard. “I’ve came so far in just one year. I’m going to blow the roof off of AURA. No way around it, I want that title. I’m going to come back faster, stronger and smarter. Tom is a great fighter and I know this fight will bring out the best in me.”

Tom Pagliarulo will be making his NEF debut on April 27. He has two finishes to his credit on MMA events in New Hampshire, including a first-round technical knockout last fall. Like Richard, Pagliarulo cut his teeth on the wrestling mats. He is a lifelong wrestler. He competed for Central Catholic High School in Lawrence, Massachusetts and later for Plymouth State University in Plymouth, New Hampshire. Pagliarulo currently holds a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and trains at both Burgess MMA in Manchester, New Hampshire and Spero’s Martial Arts Academy in Plaistow, New Hampshire.

“What better way to make my NEF debut than a title fight against a tough competitor,” exclaimed Pagliarulo when reached for comment. “Zac and myself are both elite wrestlers which should make for an exciting fight. The opportunity was presented to me, and I know it is a fight that will make us both better, so I jumped all over it. As far as the title goes, this is just another fight for me. I’m going to go in there and do what I love to do, Kampf.”

NEF nächste Mixed-Martial-Arts-Veranstaltung, “NEF 38: STORMBORN,” findet am Samstag statt, April 27, 2019 bei Aura in Portland, Maine with a bell time of 7 Uhr. Tickets sind ab sofort erhältlich unterwww.AuraMaine.com.

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New promotional company Shearns Boxing Promotions Announces inaugural show “Every Man For Himself” März 15 in Worcester, MA

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(L-R) – Jake Paradise, Edwin Rosado, Wilfredo Pagan, promoter Chuck Shearns, Owen Minor, Kendrick Kugel, Jr. and Angel Camacho, Jr. (all pictures by Emily Harney / Shearns Boxing Promotions)



WORCESTER, Masse. (Februar 6, 2019) – New England’s newest promotional company, Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP), held a press conference today to formally announce the presentation of its inaugural event, “Every Man For Himself,” Freitag Nacht, März 15, im Palladium in Worcester, MA.

SBP’s philosophy is to promote entertaining, Wettbewerbskämpfe, featuring several fights between New England boxers. Five of the eight fights on SBP’s inaugural card, zum Beispiel, pit N.E. vs. N.E. Kämpfer.

Worcester fan favorite Kendrick “Peppa” Ball, Jr. (11-1-2, 8 KOs) will face an opponent to be determined in the six-round main event for the vacant New England Middleweight Championship.

In der Zusammenarbeit vorgestellten Ereignis, undefeated Providence light heavyweight angel Camacho, Jr. (15-0, 5 KOs) returns to the ring in a six-round bout versus Taronze Washington (17-26, 9 KOs), von Dallas.

Always tough Lawrence, MA Junior Weltergewicht Agustine Mauras (6-4-3, 3 KOs) wirft nach unten mit Oscar Bonilla (5-3-1, 1 KO), von Bridgeport, CT, in einem Sechs-Runden-Match.

One of Worcester’s most celebrated amateur boxers this century, Schwergewicht Owen Minor, will make his professional debut in a four-rounder versus Corey Morley (0-2-1), von Philadelphia.

Unbesiegt Southbridge, MA Weltergewicht Wilfredo “die Sucaro” heidnisch (5-0, 3 KOs) takes on upset-minded Peruvian Carlos Galindo (1-7), Bekämpfung von Woburn, MA, in einem Vier-Runden-Zusammenstoß.

Auch kämpfen auf dem Vorprogramm, alle in Vier-Runden-Kämpfe, are Springfield, MA Leichtbau Calixto Cruz (1-0) vs. Saco, ME’s pro-debuting Llamar Kelly, Worcester Cruiser Jake Paradise (0-2) vs.Francisco Neto Artri (0-2), Woburn, MA, and Bridgeport, CT Junior-Leichtgewicht Carlos III Marrero(0-2-1) vs. Worcester Edwin Rosado (1-8-1, 1 KO).


Alle Kämpfe und Kämpfer sind Änderungen vorbehalten.

Allgemeine Eintrittskarten sind zum Preis von $25.00 und zur Verfügung zu erwerben online unter thepalladium.net. Boxer auf der Karte haben $50.00 und $25.00 to sell.

Die Türen öffnen um offen 6 p.m. UND, ersten Kampf an 7 p.m. UND.

Event sponsors include Palley Advertising, Lundgren Collision, Grillen 57, Worcester Lästerer, Worcester Red Sox and Allstate Insurance.

(L-R – Owen Minor, Chuck Shearns & Kendrick Kugel, Jr. )



(L-R) – angel Camacho, Jr., Jimmy Burchfield, Chuck Shearns and Kendrick Ball, Jr.

Press conference quotes:


Chuck Shearns, Shearns Boxing Promotions: “We want New England guys fighting each other, which is something Massachusetts has been missing, Rhode Island and Connecticut have been doing it. We’re hoping to bring it back, it’s our goal. Every fighter on this card has a reason to win, whether it to further their careers nationally, make their pro debut, a few really need a win, and have some who’ve really stepped up to take tough fights.”

Jimmy Burchfield (CES Boxing promotes Kendrick Bell, Jr. and Angel Camacho, Jr.: “CES Boxing and Chuck, we know business, and we know it takes family. We’re honored that he’s stepping up to the plate. Promoting a show is a monstrous job. Life is a family.

“Worcester is a fighting city. The sponsors Chuck already has means that they recognize a good promotion. There are so many components to promoting. It may be 8 bis 10 weeks without money coming in to fight night. That’s why so many promoters leave right away. Fight night is easy. Fighters are the most important. They risk their lives.”

“Kendrick Kugel, Jr.: I want to thank Chuck and Jimmy because I wanted to fight in my hometown, in in the main event, and for a title. I also wanted to fight on the same card as my cousin, Owen (Geringer). I know I’m the best middleweight in New England and I’m going to win that strap. Watsch me in the ring!”

angel Camacho, Jr. “This platform in boxing isn’t just about me. God game me a talent. I can reach a lot of kids and tell them they can achieve their goals. After a few injuries, I was kind of lost, and I didn’t know what to do. I’m coming back March 15 and getting my 16th Sieg. I’m excited to be fighting again.”

Owen Minor: “I want to thank Shearns Boxing Promotions for putting me on this show to make my pro debut. It’s been a long time, but I’m here, and come March 15 to see why I’ here.”

Wilfredo Pagan: “I can’t wait to get my sixth victory. I don’t know much about Galindo, but I heard he’s a tough fighter. I’ll do what I do to put on an entertaining fight for the fans.”

Jake Paradise: “Ich bin so glücklich, hier zu sein. I’m getting on with my career and I’m going to put on a good show.”

Edwin Rosado: “I’m going to put on a good show. I’m training hard to do what I do.”


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GERVONTA DAVIS VS. HUGO RUIZ FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS

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Super Featherweight Champion Davis Joined by Promoter Floyd Mayweather Ahead of Title Defense Against Former Champion Ruiz This Saturday Live on SHOWTIME®From Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. and Presented By Premier Boxing Champions

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LOS ANGELES (Februar 7, 2019) – WBA Super Featherweight World Champion Gervonta Davis und Ex-Weltmeister Hugo Ruiz went face-to-face Thursday at the final press conference before they go toe-to-toe this Saturday night in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, Calif. und präsentiert von Premier Boxing Champions.

Also facing off on Thursday were fighters who will enter the ring live on SHOWTIME in televised undercard attractions. Unbesiegt superleichten Mario Barrios will be facing Mexico’s Richard Zamora, while former world champion Javier Fortuna will step in against lightweight contender Sharif Bogere as part of live SHOWTIME action kicking off at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.

The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing and tickets are sale now and can be purchased at AXS.com.

Davis was joined on-stage by his promoter, legendary boxer and Mayweather Promotions President Floyd Mayweather. Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday at the Westin Los Angeles Airport before Saturday night’s event:

GERVONTA DAVIS

“I’m so excited to come back strong in 2019. This is the year that could put me over the top and put me at the highest level.

“The opponent change didn’t really affect me. In the amateurs we fought four or five times a week so we always had different opponents. I had been sparring someone taller than me in training camp anyway. I think a fighter should be ready and able to adapt to anything that is in front of him in the ring. I’m ready and I hope Ruiz is too.

“Trainingslager war großartig. I’m ready for Saturday night. We planned on fighting Abner Mares, but he had an injury and we hope to still get him down the line if everything is okay with his health.

“Hugo Ruiz is a great opponent. He’s going to come to fight on Saturday night. He’s been telling the media he’s going to knock me out, so I hope we get an action packed fight for the fans. I’m glad Ruiz is coming for the knockout. We owe it to the fans and I’m praying that he comes ready to give them a great show.

“I feel like I’m the fighter that can be the next big star. I’m working towards it. I’m just a kid soaking it all in right now. Samstag Nacht, I hope everyone is ready, because it’s going to be action.

“Ruiz’s record speaks for itself. I’ve watched him and he has some pop. He’s accurate and I’m ready for it. I don’t think I’ll have any ring rust. I’ve worked with a lot of great fighters in the gym. I’m just excited to get back in the ring.

“I want to give my fans all over the world a great show. Everyone tuning in is going to see a great performance. Hopefully Hugo will live up to his word, because I’m going to live up to mine.”

HUGO RUIZ

“I’m very happy to have this opportunity. Ich werde alles in den Ring zu verlassen. I have a lot of faith in my boxing skills. I trust and believe that there is going to be a new world champion on Saturday night.

“I’m in rhythm and in shape. I’ve been very active leading into and since my last fight. Davis is a tremendous champion, aber er mich nicht einschüchtern. I’ll be ready for him come Saturday night.

“This is a great opportunity to fight a southpaw, as I had originally been training for a lefty before my opponent changed in my last fight. I also fought a southpaw in November. I’ve been training with a lot of lefties for a while. I’m more than ready for this opportunity.

“Davis is a strong champion and I know this is a big opportunity for me to fight someone of his caliber. I’m ready mentally and physically for the greatest opportunity that has been given to me.

“At 130-pounds I feel more power than ever and I will demonstrate that on Saturday night. This is a big challenge for me. This is the opportunity that I’ve been waiting for throughout my 12-year career. I don’t plan on wasting it.”

MARIO BARRIOS

“This is a huge opportunity and I’m very excited for it. I’m looking forward to going out there and putting on a great show for the boxing fans.

“I’m ready and I’m prepared to take full advantage of this chance to make a statement on Saturday night. I want any one of the champions in this division, but I’m not looking past Zamora. I just know that the work that I put in will pay off.

“I have big things on the horizon and Zamora is in my way. I’m focused and ready to make this a great night. If he wants a war, I’ll give him a war.”

RICHARD ZAMORA

“I’m very happy and thankful to be in this fight. This is the opportunity I’ve been looking for. I’m ready to compete and I’m not going to let this opportunity pass me by.

“This is definitely a big step for me in my U.S. Debüt. If I can get a win over Mario Barrios, then I would be able to reach a lot of dreams that I have.

“I come well prepared and I’m expecting a war. I’m going to be ready to go and battle until the end. You’ll see that I’m going to leave it all in the ring.”

JAVIER FORTUNA

“I’m going to give the best that I have in the ring. I’m going against a good boxer with a good record, but it doesn’t matter what obstacles are in front of me. I’m going to come through with a big win on Saturday night.

“We have a new team and a new trainer that is going to give the fans the best Javier Fortuna possible on Saturday.

“A victory against Sharif Bogere is very important for me and a stepping stone to where I want to get. It’s going to be a difficult fight, but I’m ready to make this a very tough night for him.”

SHARIF BOGERE

“We are going to make this a great fight on Saturday. Fortuna is a good fighter and tough guy. I expect him to bring a lot of fireworks. I’m prepared for it and I have the game plan to win.

“Every day is a tough test in life. This is going to be just another fight. I’m prepared and I have a great team behind me. I’m coming on Saturday night for what belongs to me.

“Fortuna has a big name and is a step up for me. This win will put me up there toward the top and I’ll be prepared for whatever challenge comes after that.”

FLOYD MAYWEATHER, Präsident von Mayweather Promotions

“It’s great to be here with so many young talented fighters. I could remember 23 years ago when I was in that same position. When you’re in this position you have to take advantage of it. Opportunities like this come once in a lifetime. You must go out there and give it your all.

“I want to see these fighters become great and become stars. The records that I’ve set were made to be broken.

“I remember when Gervonta Davis first came to my gym. He worked hard and believed in himself. Sometimes we did two-a-days. If we didn’t think the job was done right, we’d come back and correct it. We continue to strive every day to be the best we possibly can be. Gervonta works extremely hard, but he can’t take anything for granted in this fight.

“I think Hugo Ruiz is more dangerous opponent than Abner Mares. Abner is a tremendous fighter, but Ruiz is very tough and he has good knockout power. This is a great matchup and the kind that people want to see. It’s all about putting on great shows and Saturday will be another blockbuster.”

LEONARD ELLERBE, CEO von Mayweather Promotions

“We have a great event this Saturday night with great fights from top to bottom of this card. This is going to be a great night of boxing.

“Gervonta Davis has reached goals beyond just the boxing ring. I know the impact that Gervonta has on the youth all around the world. When it comes to excitement, explosiveness and knockout power, this is something new that the fans are getting a chance to witness.

“At the young age of 24, fans have come to know Gervonta for his punching power. But he’s also a very skilled boxer. This is one of the things that he’ll be able to showcase moving forward in a number of big fights he’s going to have.

“We know he has a tough challenge in front of him. Anytime you have a last minute replacement who’s an excellent fighter, it’s a big challenge. Ruiz is an aggressive fighter and we expect nothing but a great fight.

“Gervonta Davis has the full arsenal. Meiner Meinung nach, he’s the most exciting fighter and the biggest puncher in the entire sport. It takes more than knockout power and I think you’ll see an array of his skillset.”

SAMPSON LEWKOWICZ, Präsident Sampson Boxen

“It really is an honor for me to be involved in this great show. These are going to be three great fights. Hugo Ruiz had been training for a southpaw before an opponent switch led to him fighting a right hander last fight. After a few more weeks leading into this fight, Ruiz is 100 percent ready for this challenge.

“Vertrauen Sie mir,, this is going to be a rough fight. I believe that Davis will have his hands full with Hugo Ruiz. Ruiz comes from a family of fighters and he is a true Mexican warrior who will leave it all in the ring on Saturday.”

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ÜBER DAVIS VS. RUIZ
Gervonta Davis vs. Hugo Ruiz pits the WBA Super Featherweight World ChampionDavis against the former world champion Ruiz in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on Saturday, Februar 9 from Dignity Health Sports Park, ehemals StubHub Center, in Carson, California and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features undefeated super lightweight Mario Barrios taking on Mexico’s Richard Zamora and former world champion Javier Fortuna battling lightweight contender Sharif Bogere.

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BRIAN CASTAÑO TALKS TRAINING CAMP, Erislandy Lara, ARGENTINE LEGENDS & MORE AHEAD OF MAIN EVENT TITLE DEFENSE LIVE ON SHOWTIME®

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WBA Super Welterweight Champion Takes on Former World Champion Lara Saturday, März 2 von Barclays Center in Brooklyn& Presented by Premier Boxing Champions

BROOKLYN(Februar 7, 2019) – WBA super welterweight titlistBrian Brownis nearing his first U.S. main event and talked about how training camp has gone so far as he prepares to face former world championErislandy Laraam Samstag, März 2 live on SHOWTIME from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, die Heimat von BROOKLYN BOXEN ™, and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

Castaño is trained by his former pro boxer father Carlos in the bustling city of Isidro Casanova in Buenos Aires, Argentinien. After a long and successful amateur career leading into his pro debut in 2012, Castaño has a chance on March 2 to make a lasting impact with an impressive performance against Lara.

“I’ve been boxing since I was a small child and now this is my opportunity to prove myself on the biggest stage,” said Castaño. “This fight is the moment I’ve been waiting for and the kind of tough challenge that I love. I want to make a statement to the American audience against one of the best fighters in the world.”

In recent years, Argentine fighters such as Marcos Maidana, Jesus Cuellar and Lucas Matthysse have become champions and stars in the U.S. with their relentless styles they bring into the ring fight after fight. Castaño specifically has spoken to another Argentine great in Sergio Martinez for inspiration as he continues his journey.

“I have a great admiration for the Argentine champions that have made statements and become big names in the U.S. in recent years and I know how difficult that is to achieve,” said Castaño. “I’ve sat and had great conversations with Sergio Martinez not long ago and I was able to learn a lot from a fighter like that.”

The 29-year-old first won an interim title with a knockout of Emmanuel de Jesus in 2016, before winning tough 12-round battles against Michel Soro, and most recently a final round stoppage win over Cedric Vitu to capture the belt he will defend on March 2. These were the first two times Castaño fought into the 12th round as a pro.

“I learn new things each time I fight,” said Castaño. “When you are a world champion, there are no easy foes. The opponents come stronger and stronger each time. I’ve learned that I have to double my effort every time I get into the ring.”

In Lara, Castaño faces a challenging former amateur world champion who was the longest-reigning titleholder in the 154-pound division before he lost to fellow champion Jarrett Hurd last April on SHOWTIME in 2018’s Fight of the Year. Castaño is aware of what Lara brings to the fight and is preparing to negate it.

“On paper we know that Lara is a slick fighter that can be difficult to catch, while I’m more like a demolisher that goes after you all fight,” said Castaño. “Lara moves around the ring very wisely and has great timing on the counterpunch. Im Ring, you never know how it can play out though. I probably haven’t faced someone like him before, so I have to cut off the ring in an even smarter manner.”

On March 2, Castaño will be looking to take his career to the next level with his performance, knowing that chances at the highest level are hard to come by.

“I’ve taken my career quietly to this point, but I know that I have to make myself known by putting up a great performance in this tough fight,” said Castaño. “I’m prepared to do just that. This is the opportunity that I’ve dreamed of ever since I was a little kid and I have to be ready to rise to the occasion.”

Tickets Für das Event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, jetzt sind im Verkauf und kann erworben werdenticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, oder telefonisch unter 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Gruppenrabatte sind telefonisch unter 844-BKLYN-GP verfügbar.

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ABOUT LARA VS. CASTANO

Erislandy Lara vs. Brian Castaño pits former super welterweight world champion Lara against the WBA Super Welterweight Champion Castaño on Saturday, März 2 in the main event of SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING from Barclays Center, die Heimat von BROOKLYN BOXEN ™, and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

SHOWTIME coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will see Cuban heavyweight contenderLuis OrtizübernehmenChristian Hammerin a 10-round heavyweight attraction, plus hard-hittingRicardoNúñezkämpft robusten VeteranEdner Kirschein a 12-round super featherweight clash that opens the telecast.

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SHOWTIME SPORTS® TO PRESENT HIGHLY ANTICIPATED SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT BOUT BETWEEN JAMES DeGALE AND CHRIS EUBANK JR. Samstag, Februar 23 LIVE ON Showtime

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Two-Fight SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®Telecast Includes Heavyweight Prospect Joe Joyce vs. Veteran Bermane Stiverne; Live On SHOWTIME And The Network’s Streaming Service

 

NEW YORK – Februar 6, 2019 - SHOWTIME Sports will present the highly anticipated super middleweight matchup between fierce British rivals James DeGale and Chris Eubank Jr. Saturday, Februar 23 live on SHOWTIME from London’s The O2. In the co-featured bout, fast rising prospect Joe Joyce battles former world champion Bermane Stiverne in a 12-round heavyweight clash. The event will air live on air and via the networks’ streaming service at a start time to be announced.


 
Die SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® event is presented by Premier Boxing Champions on ITV in the U.K. and promoted by Poxon Sports. The co-feature bout is promoted in association with Ringstar Sports and Don King Productions.

 

Degale (25-2-1, 15 KOs) and Eubank (27-2, 21 KOs) will finally settle their long-running score when the two outspoken rivals finally go toe-to-toe in front of the excitable hometown London crowd in the all-British affair.

 

The 33-year-old DeGale was the first British boxer to win a Gold Medal in the Olympics and a world championship as a professional. He won his world title with a unanimous decision over Andre Dirrell in 2015 and made two successful defenses before fighting to a draw against Badou Jack in 2017. DeGale avenged his December 2017 loss to Caleb Truax to reclaim his IBF Super Middleweight belt in April 2018 auf Showtime. After voluntarily vacating the belt, DeGale stopped veteran Fidel Munoz his last time out.

 

The 29-year-old Eubank Jr., the son of former two-division world champion Chris Eubank, is highly motivated to challenge for more world titles after he lost a unanimous decision to George Groves for the WBA Super Middleweight belt one year ago. The rivalry between DeGale and Eubank has been brewing for several years after a series of run-ins. The duo has sparred each other in the gym and have traded several verbal jabs on social media. Eubank, who has been training in Las Vegas at the Mayweather Boxing Club, has won nine out of his last ten fights and has registered knockouts in eight of those wins.

 

The 6-foot-6 Joyce, von London, England, has started his professional career with a 100 percent KO rate after turning professional in 2017 im Alter von 32. Als versierter Amateur, Joyce claimed the super heavyweight silver medal for Great Britain at the 2016 Olympische Spiele. Joyce, who trains in Big Bear, Calif. under renowned trainer Abel Sanchez, knocked out Joe Hanks at 2:25 of round one in his last fight on the Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury undercard.

 

Stiverne (25-3-1, 21 KOs), who was the first ever Haiti-born boxer to own a piece of the heavyweight crown, won the WBC title with a convincing sixth-round TKO over Chris Arreola in 2014. Stiverne then lost the belt in his next fight against Deontay Wilder, despite becoming the first fighter to take the current American champion the distance. The 40-year-old has not fought since his loss in the 2017 rematch against Wilder but is anxious to bounce back with a statement win over the highly regarded Joyce.