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BELLATOR MMA 261 MEDIA DAY VIDEOS AND QUOTES

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Beschrijving automatisch gegenereerd — **LOS ANGELES –** Niet Doen. 1 gerangschikt zwaargewicht **Timothy Johnson** en nr. 3 gerangschikt zwaargewicht **Valentin Moldavsky** previewed their monumental inaugural interim heavyweight title fight at *Bellator 261* on SHOWTIME during a virtual media day Wednesday. Johnson vs. Moldavsky caps off an amazing main card this Friday, Juni 25 live op Showtime om 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

De *Bellator 261* main card also features a top-five women’s flyweight bout in the co-main event slot as the No. 2 gerangschikt **Liz Carmouche** takes on the undefeated No. 3 gerangschikt **Kana Watanabe**. Ook, lightweights square off as No. 4 gerangschikt **Myles Jury**clashes with the No. 6 gerangschikt **Sidney Outlaw** in a contest holding major title implications and former title challenger No. 6 gerangschikt vedergewicht **Daniel Weichel** battles the undefeated **Keoni Diggs** in een gevecht van 145 pond. Top prospect **Christian Edwards** opens the action on SHOWTIME in a light heavyweight banger against **Simon Biyong**.

Hier is wat de vechters hadden tot woensdag zeggen:

**Tim Johnson BELLATOR Heavyweight**

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“I’m counting this as a title, I’ll let everyone else put interim in front of it. Moldavsky is a championship level fighter and so am I, so in my eyes this fight is to become the best heavyweight in the division.”

“It was easy to focus on his gameplan because it is the exact same thing I do. We both are strong wrestlers and have heavy ground and pound. I guess we are going to have see who does it better on Friday.”

“My resurgence in my career comes from me not doubting myself. I lost a few in a row and it was an easy excuse to quit and doubt myself, but I didn’t, and I was able to rip off three in a row and put myself in a position to win a title.”

**Valentin Moldavsky BELLATOR Heavyweight**

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"Ja, there are some similarities between me and Tim. My style is a little different, hoewel, I like to take people down and finish them there.”

“Now that this is a title fight, I understand that there is more on the line, but this is just another fight for me. I plan to do what I always do and that is fight my fight and come out with a victory.”

“It is an honor to train with Fedor and represent his team.”

“His wrestling is not better than mine, and my sambo is going to be more impactful than his wrestling.’

**Liz Carmouche BELLATOR Women’s Flyweight**

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“I plan to get a dominant finish and earn a title shot. I don’t think either of us want this to go to a decision. Weather it be me knocking her out, cutting her open or ground and pound, I plan to finish this fight in a dominating fashion.”

“It is really exciting to fight in front of the fans and feel that energy again. Walking in and walking out is where you feel it, but when I step foot in the cage it is just me and my opponent.”

“This has nothing to do with Kana and her record. I have to put on a dominant performance and show why I deserve to be the champion in this division. When I got to Bellator, I wanted to climb all the way up the rankings, and that is what I have done and plan on continuing to do.”

“Without giving too much away I see a lot of possibilities here. I see a lot of disabilities in her game that I can capitalize on that will enhance my game. This will allow me to put on a great performance and finish her.”

**Kana Watanabe BELLATOR Women’s Flyweight**

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“I am very flattered by the comparison to Rhonda, but my judo and my ground and pound is very advanced and much different than Rhonda’s.”

“If I have a positive showing Friday, then I believe I deserve a shot at the title.”

“Liz is one of the biggest names I have ever fought, but this does not change my mindset or make me feel pressure. I am honored to fight Liz and can’t wait to step foot in the cage with her.”

“I am honored to be the co-main event on Friday. That all means nothing, hoewel, if I don’t put on a show and an impressive performance. I plan to do that.’

**Myles Jury BELLATOR Lightweight**

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“I try to focus on the things I can control, but a win Friday along with how I have been fighting should put me in the conversation for a title shot.”

“I credit my toughness for this two-fight win streak. I continue to show up and work hard. When I was on that three-fight losing streak, I did not allow for myself to get down. After Friday I will be on a three-fight win streak and in a great spot for a shot at the title, and I credit my toughness and resilience for that.”

**Sidney Outlaw BELLATOR Lightweight**

“I have improved in every way possible. Jury is just another guy who breathes air, so I have nothing to worry about.”

“Fighting guys like Michael Chandler have helped me, but at the end of the day it is me vs. mij. I am confident, and that has translated to every other aspect of my life. I am prepared for this fight and am going to put on a show.”

**Daniel Weichel BELLATOR Featherweight**

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“I think Keoni is a tough fighter, but I am looking forward to giving him his first loss. I am extremely excited for this fight and giving him his first loss is going to be a challenge for me, and I look forward to It.”

"Eerlijk gezegd, I don’t want to look ahead of this fight. It was easy to do that in the Grand Prix, and I did not like it. Keoni is a tough opponent, and my focus has been on him. I had a great camp and look forward to showing that Friday night.”

**Keoni Diggs BELLATOR Featherweight**

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“I’m stoked for the challenge. This is my toughest fight to date, and it’s against the toughest opponent. I am looking forward to making a statement and solidifying myself in this division.”

“My game plan never changes. I am going to take what he gives me and beat him. I believe I am better than him everywhere, I am not really looking forward to wins and losses, but I just want to put on a great performance and show what I am capable of.”

“Just because he has more fights doesn’t mean he has mystical powers. I train with some very tough people, and I am a veteran myself. I have a lot of confidence in myself and don’t see him doing anything that will shock me when we step in the cage.”

**Christian Edwards BELLATOR Light Heavyweight**

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“Simon is very tough, and it is definitely the toughest opponent of my career. I know my skill set, hoewel, and I know what I can do, and I expect to show that Friday.”

“I know Simon is very powerful and athletic. It is his first fight in the United States, so I expect him to come out flying. I plan to weather the storm and then take him into deep waters where I can finish the fight.”

**Simon Biyong BELLATOR Light Heavyweight**

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“It is a dream to fight in the United States and making my debut here is a huge opportunity. I was originally on the prelims and now I am on the main card, what more could I ask for?"

“I didn’t have a lot of time to prepare for Edwards, but it doesn’t matter because at the end of the day it is a fight. It is short notice for me, and it is short notices for him. I will be ready and can’t wait to show my skills.”

“I am here to put myself in a position to get a ranked opponent, and Christian Edwards is in my way. I think he looked good in his last fight, but I am not his last opponent. I hope he is ready because I am.”

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**Over** **SHOW TIME**
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National Powerhouse Attorney Thomas J. Henry Steps into the Ring to Back Up Mario “El Azteca” Barrios Ahead of SHOWTIME PPV Fight this Saturday

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National Powerhouse Attorney Thomas J. Henry Steps into the Ring to Back Up Mario “El Azteca” Barrios Ahead of SHOWTIME PPV Fight this Saturday

**ATLANTA, GA (Juni 23, 2021)** – Texas personal injury attorney **Thomas J. Henry**, whose record-breaking verdicts and recoveries have been featured in Fortune, Forbes, and Newsweek magazines, is now using his powerhouse image to sponsor undefeated World Champion boxer, **Mario “El Azteca” Buurten** (26-0, 17 KO). At the press conference in San Antonio, TX, for the upcoming championship fight against four-time world champion **Gervonta "Tank" Davis**, the famed attorney flew in the undefeated Barrios, and gave him the entrance and introduction he deserves, with the red carpet off a private jet accompanied by a professional Aztec Dance Troupe.

Thomas J. Henry’s partnership with Mario “El Azteca” Barrios begins June 26, 2021, with Barrio’s championship fight against Gervonta Davis (24-0, 23 KO). In de **Showtime PPV** main event, Davis will attempt to become a Three-Division World Champion as he faces the reigning, defending, and unbeaten champion from San Antonio, Mario Barrios. The pay-per-view telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

The new multi-fight deal will also transcend the sport of boxing and allow Mario Barrios to work alongside Thomas J. Henry on multiple philanthropic endeavors hosted and promoted by Thomas J. Henry and his law firm.

“My initial interest in Mario was derived from his commitment to excellence both in and out of the ring,” said Thomas J. Henry. “He is dedicated to personal growth at all levels, training tirelessly to hone his craft as a boxer while also committing himself to philanthropy and giving back to the San Antonio community. Mario is exactly the kind of athlete and individual we should support and celebrate.”

“This experience has been a wild and fun ride and yesterday, as my team and I got picked up in the Bay Area from a private jet that my title sponsor, Thomas J. Henry, provided,” Said Barrios. “Thomas is a well-respected gentleman in the state of Texas, and especially in my hometown of San Antonio, where his law firm headquarters is located. An incredible press conference was waiting me at the airport when I was picking up my family in San Antonio, all because of TJH. All the local media showed up in support of my fight with Gervonta Davis airing this Saturday on SHOWTIME PPV. The press conference was like a movie scene (smiling), with Aztec dancers, DJs, and all, it was great. I’m looking forward to doing some incredible community work with Thomas J. Henry.”

"Direct, my dreams and aspirations are becoming reality as these special moments are happening in real time,” Barrios voortgezet. “We arrived in Atlanta last night and El Azteca is in warrior spirit, and best believe I’m coming for this man who is trying to take my belt. I want to thank all my San Antonio fans and everyone in Texas for their continued support. I want to let them know that we are going into battle together, as one. Tank has his army of fans, and I have mine. It’s going to be a great fight and may the best man win.”

Thomas J. Henry is nationally recognized for his charitable events and actions, and regularly seeks out like-minded individuals and organizations to amplify their vision for giving back to the community.

In maart, Thomas J. Henry partnered with Christy’s Hope, The Purple Door, and SAFE Alliance, to launch a campaign against domestic violence. Vorig jaar, Thomas J. Henry created and hosted ‘Austin Elevates,’ using his professional connections and celebrity status to recruit top entertainers such as Kygo, Daddy Yankee, DaBaby, and 88Glam, to perform a one-of-a-kind charity concert at the Austin 360 amphitheater. The event raised more than $160,000 for its beneficiaries which Thomas J. Henry personally matched, bringing the total amount to $327,720.

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SALITA PROMOTIONS TO LIVESTREAM FREE 14-FIGHT RUSSIAN BOXING EVENT ON SUNDAY, Juni 27, AT 9:00 AM ET/6:00 AM PT, ON SALITA PROMOTIONS YOUTUBE CHANNEL

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**WBO #3 en IBF #7 Bantamweight Nikolai Potapov Continues Campaign to Meet and Defeat ‘The Monster’ by Taking on Tanzania’s Oscar Richard**

Fans of international boxing can wake up to boxing for brunch this **Zondag, Juni 27, bij 9:00 ben ET (6:00 am PT)**, als **Salita Promotions** proudly presents another marathon 14-fight matinee of Russian boxing on their popular YOUTUBE CHANNEL, free of charge from the **Soviet Wings Sport Palace in Moscow, Rusland**. Het evenement, entitled “**Fight and Win**” and presented by **Shamo Boxing in association with Salita Promotions**, will feature a rugged eight-round battle between WBO #3 en IBF #7 bantamgewicht **Nikolai Potapov** (22-2-1, 11 KO), of Podolsk, Rusland, now residing Brooklyn, and Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania’s **Oscar Richard** (7-3-1, 2 KO).

And in the 10-round co-main event, Beshariq, Uzbekistan’s **Bakhromjon “B.F.” Fozilov**(3-1-3, 3 KO) will face 18-fight veteran **Andrey Tomashchuk** of Chelyabinsk, Russia for the WPBF International Middleweight Championship.

30-year-old Potapov has bounced back nicely from his highly controversial “loss” to fellow contender Josh Greer by scoring two big victories, including his last outing, a shutout unanimous decision over Ukraine’s then 16-2 Oleksandr Hryshchuk in December 2020 in Moskou. In his 11-year career, Potapov has already held the WBA Asia and WBO NABO Bantamweight Championships.

“I look forward to returning to the ring and putting on an exciting performance for my fans in Moscow and worldwide,” said Potapov, who has steadily moved back into contention for another big fight, whether a rematch against Greer or a challenge of one of the division’s champions.

Also scheduled for battle in featured fights are Saint Petersburg, Rusland **Zurab Kvitsiani** (7-1, 2 KO) taking on Khimki, Rusland **David Nikolaev** (9-7-1, 5 KO) in a middleweight eight-rounder; Grozny, Rusland (via Almaty, Kazachstan) ongeslagen super lichtgewicht **Shamil Malsagov** (3-0, 1 KO) up against Ufa, Rusland **Rustem Fatkhullin** (8-8, 3 KO) over acht rondes; en eenmaal geslagen **Tikhon Netesov** of Irkutsk, Rusland (5-1, 2 KO) facing Khimki, Rusland (via Vanadzor, Armenië) **Arkadi Harutyunyan**(4-17, 1 KO) in a six-round super lightweight battle.

The event’s complete bout sheet can be found HERE.

I am thrilled to bring a Sunday show from Moscow to boxing fans in the US via ourYOUTUBE CHANNEL, zei **Dmitriy Salita**. “Nikolai is one of the best bantamweights in the world. Coming off this weekend with Inoue’s incredible performance, I believe Nikolai will show that he is elite and ready to challenge ‘The Monster.’”

Calling the action in English will be Canada’s Corey Erdman, a commentary veteran for ESPN, NBC, CBS, SpikeTV, BoxNation, DAZN and SNY, as well as UFC Fight Pass’ recurring series Broadway Boxing. Erdman is also a lead columnist for Boxing Scene, and a regular combat sports contributor to VICE.

The livestream is part of Salita Promotions’ ever-expanding YOUTUBE CHANNEL, that already offers thousands of hours of past fights from many of the biggest names in boxing, gratis, and attracts more than 5 million monthly views with 196,000 subscribers and hundreds of thousands of daily viewers. **Check the Salita Promotions**YOUTUBE CHANNEL for regular video updates of boxing’s greatest legends, its best fighters, toughest contenders and brightest prospects in action.

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**About Salita Promotions**
Salita Promotions was founded in 2010 door Dmitriy Salita, a professional boxer and world-title challenger who saw the need for a promotional entity to feature boxing’s best young prospects and established contenders in North America and around the world. Viewers watching fighters on worldwide television networks including Showtime, HBO, ESPN, Spike TV, Universal Sports Network, UFC Fight Pass, DAZN, ESPN+ and MSG have enjoyed Salita Promotions fight action in recent years. We pride ourselves on offering our fighters opportunities inside and outside the ring. Salita Promotions looks forward to continuing to grow and serve the needs of fight fans around the globe.

Check the Salita Promotions YOUTUBE CHANNEL for regular updates of the modern world’s greatest fighters, contenders and prospects in action.

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BKFC-18 – Live op FITE PPV in juni 26

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BKFC-18 – Live op FITE PPV in juni 26

Evenementfuncties 4 Wereldtitelgevechten

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, 'S Werelds snelst groeiende sport, presenteert BKFC-18 met Vier wereldtitelgevechten op Zaterdag, Juni 26 bij Hard Rock Live in de Seminole Hard Rock Hotel en Casino in Hollywood, FL en wereldwijd uitgezonden op FITE PPV, vanaf 9:00 p.m. EN / 6:00 p.m. PT). Ze zullen worden vergezeld door het BKFC-uitzendteam van Sean Wheelock en Chris Lytle.

In de zwaargewicht divisie, BKFC Wereldkampioen’Joey Beltran van The Mexicutioner, (4-1-1, 2 KO), vechten uit Carlsbad, CA zal de tweede verdediging van zijn titel maken tegen Sam 'The Hillbilly Hammer' Shewmaker, (4-1-1, 3 KO), van Gravois Mills, MO.

Strijd om de vacante BKFC Cruiserweight Wereldtitel, Favoriet bij fans van Zuid-Florida, Hector 'Showeather' Lombard, (2-0, 1 KO), van Miami, FL botst met 'Diesel' Joe Riggs, (3-0-1), uitvechten van Phoenix, DE.

In het vedergewicht divisie, Miami krijger Luis 'Baviaan' Palomino, (3-0, 2 KO), neemt het op tegen de schurk van Groot-Brittannië en de blote kampioen van het land, Tyler 'The Tornado' Goodjohn, (1-0) voor de BKFC-wereldtitel.

Twee van de meest gevraagde vechters van Zuid-Florida, Thiago 'The Pitbull' Alves, (1-0), van Coconut Creek, FL en 'Het monster', Uly '3 Seconden' Diaz, (2-0, 2 KO) van Miami, FL zal strijden om de vacante BKFC middengewicht wereldtitel.

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CHRIS COLBERT TAKES ON HARD-HITTING CONTENDER TUGSTSOGT NYAMBAYAR LIVE ON SHOWTIME JULY 3

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Meer, Rising Unbeaten Michel Rivera Faces Lightweight Contender

Jon Fernández in WBA Title Eliminator on Saturday, Juli 3

At Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

CARSON, CALIF.(Juni 22, 2021) – Undefeated Interim WBA Super Featherweight ChampionChris “Primetime” Colbertwill face hard-hitting contenderTugstsogt "King Tug" Nyambayarop zaterdag, Juli 3, headlining the live SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif., in een Premier Boxing Champions-evenement.

Nyambayar replaces Yuriorkis Gamboa, who was originally scheduled to face Colbert before suffering an injury during training camp.

The SHOWTIME telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature unbeaten rising starMichel Riverabattling lightweight contenderJon Fernándezin a 135-pound WBA title eliminator in the co-main event.

The telecast will also feature highlights of undefeated super lightweight contenderRichardson Hitchinskwadratuur af tegenDarwin Pricein a 10-round duel.

Het evenement wordt gepromoot door TGB Promotions. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased atAXS.com. Hitchins vs. Price is co-promoted with Mayweather Promotions.

“This lineup on July 3 features highly-touted rising stars in tough matchups against opponents looking to make statements of their own,”Zei Tom Brown, President van TGB Promotions. “Chris Colbert has been impressive fight after fight, and he will have a big test against the always-tough Tugstsogt Nyambayar. Also facing perhaps the toughest test of his career, Michel Rivera will enter the ring in an exciting matchup against contender Jon Fernández. This is a card that is lined up to deliver drama all night long.”

Representing his native Brooklyn, N.Y., Colbert (15-0, 6 KO) has quickly shot up the 130-pound rankings, taking on high-level competition in his first 15 pro gevechten. Already established as a fighter with dazzling boxing skills, Colbert showcased his ability to fight toe-to-toe in his last outing, as he stopped hard-hitting Jaime Arboleda in round 11 of their December 2020 clash. The 24-year-old turned pro in 2015 and beat three unbeaten fighters in his first eight contests. Prior to the Arboleda fight, Colbert scored a highlight-reel first round knockout against Miguel Beltran Jr. in september 2019 and a dominant 12-round decision victory over former champion Jezreel Corrales in January 2020.

“I’m very excited to be back in the ring on July 4 weekend,” said Colbert. “I get to set off my fireworks on SHOWTIME the night before. We’re taking this one to Dignity Health Sports Park in California, but I know I’ll have my New York family behind me. This is just another day, another dollar. I have a job to do, and that’s to get the win by any means necessary, but I’m looking to dominate. I expect Nyambayar to bring his A-game though because he knows he’ll be in there with a monster. I may not be the biggest puncher in the world, but I know how to finish a guy and get him out of there, and on July 3 that’s exactly what I’ll be looking to do.”

De 28-jarige Nyambayar (12-1, 9 KO) won een zilveren medaille die zijn geboorteland Mongolië vertegenwoordigde in de 2012 Olympics and now lives in Southern California, where he’s trained by John Pullman. Nyambayar klom op de vedergewichtranglijst na zijn uitgebreide amateurcarrière met overwinningen op de toen nog ongeslagen Harmonito Dela Torre en voormalig interim-kampioen Oscar Escandon. He earned his first world title shot when he defeated former champion Claudio Marrero in January 2019, before dropping his championship bout against long-reigning WBC Featherweight Champion Gary Russell Jr. in februari 2020. Ahead of his super featherweight debut on July 3, the WBC’s second-ranked featherweight Nyambayar most recently handed Cobia Breedy his first loss by scoring two knockdowns and eventually earning the decision in September 2020.

“When I got the call about this fight, I jumped at the opportunity,” said Nyambayar. “I can’t wait to compete. I was born for fights like this. I’m going to leave it all in the ring and give the fans a great show on July 3.”

Geboren in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and now fighting out of Miami, Rivera (20-0, 13 KO) burst onto the scene in 2019 making his U.S. debut with a victory over Juan Rene Tellez. The 23-year-old continued his ascent in 2020, adding a stoppage win against Fidel Maldonado Jr. and a unanimous decision triumph against lightweight contender LaDarius Miller. Meest recent, Rivera stepped back into the ring to knock out Anthony Mercado in February of this year.

“I can’t wait to be showcasing my skills once again on July 3,” said Rivera. “Fernández will be bringing his A-game and that’s exactly what I want. My coach Herman Caicedo and I have been zeroing in on the best approach to this fight and I’m excited to execute it. Jon is a rough and tough fighter and probably the best fighter I’ve faced to this point and I’m looking forward to the challenge. I know that I will be fighting for a world title soon, so I’m just staying focused and disciplined until that time comes.”

The 25-year-old Fernández (21-1, 18 KO) enters this bout on a five-fight winning streak following his only career blemish, a decision loss to O’Shaquie Foster in 2018 opShoBox: The New Generation. A native of Bilbao, Spanje, Fernández will fight in the U.S. for the fourth time on July 3. Fernández has been mentored by boxing great Sergio Martinez and will look to put himself back in position for a world title against Rivera. In zijn laatste gevecht, Fernández knocked out Aristides Perez in the first-round of their February 2020 clash.

“The fans are going to enjoy this fight with Rivera very much,” said Fernández. “Both of us are going to give our all in the ring for the opportunity to become a champion. This is the kind of fight that boxing is all about. Our division is full of great fighters, so you need to fight the best to be the best. My training is going very well and I believe that at this moment, I am in the prime of my career.”

A native of Brooklyn, Hitchins (12-0, 5 KO) werd professional in 2017 after representing Haiti at the 2016 Olympische Spelen. The 23-year-old has flashed impressive skills as he’s amassed an unbeaten record in the pro ranks, which is the product of an extensive amateur career. In zijn laatste uitje, Hitchins scored a career-best victory, as he earned a decision over former world champion Argenis Mendez. Hitchins has increased his competition in winning 10-round decisions in his last three fights.

“After my last fight in December, I got right back in the ring and have been training and tweaking things to help me really get to that star level,'Zei Hitchins. “I’ve always had the tools, but people are just now recognizing my talents. Each opponent has brought something different out of me, and I plan to keep rising to the occasion and putting on a show for the fans.”

Price (17-1, 10 KO) returned to the ring in April to knock out Saul Corral in the fifth round. His previous outing had come in December 2019 when he suffered a knee injury that forced him to take a TKO loss against Malik Hawkins in a fight Price led on the scorecards. Originally from St. Louis and now fighting out of Houston, Price was a standout track and field runner at Grambling State University before turning pro and winning his first 16 gevechten.

“Every dream has a process and a price tag,” said Price. “Those who embrace the process and pay the price, live the dream. Those who don’t, just dream. I can’t wait to get back in the ring on July 3 and put on a great performance.”

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Paradigm Sports Signs UFC Strawweight Mackenzie Dern

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#6 UFC Strawweight Mackenzie Dern signs with Paradigm Sports

Irvine, ZOALS (Juni 22, 2021) – Paradigm Sports is proud to announce its full-service representation of mixed martial arts (MMA) star Mackenzie Dern.

Dern is the current #6 ranked UFC Strawweight, and has been steadily climbing the rankings with a 4-fight win streak. Dern boasts an impressive professional record of 11-1, her most recent win being a first round submission over Nina Nunes in April.

On signing with Paradigm Sports, Dern said: “I’m excited for the next phase of my career and working with Paradigm. I really feel that, als een team, we will reach my full potential as a fighter inside and outside of the cage!"

Paradigm Sports Senior Vice President, Tim Simpson, bepaald: “We are thrilled to welcome Mackenzie into the Paradigm Sports family. She is a phenomenal athlete and one with championship potential. On behalf of our whole team, it is an honor to partner with her and her family, and we look forward to helping her build upon the successful career she has already begun.”

Paradigm Sports is a full-service management agency that has set itself apart as a multi-platform sports business and media company that handles the careers of a global roster of elite combat sports athletes, including Conor McGregor, Israel Adesanya, Michael Page and Cris Cyborg.

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Super Welterweight Contender Carlos Adames Faces Alexis Salazar in Gervonta Davis vs. Mario Barrios SHOWTIME PPV Undercard This Saturday, Juni 26

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***Adames vs. Salazar Replaces Julian Williams vs. Brian Mendoza Fight After Williams Suffers Elbow Injury in Training***

**ATLANTA** (Juni 22, 2021) – Super welterweight contender **Carlo Adames** will take on Mexico’s **Alexis Salazar** in a 10-round showdown on the SHOWTIME PPV undercard this Saturday, Juni 26 from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

Adames vs. Salazar replaces the previously scheduled Julian Williams vs. Brian Mendoza fight, after Williams was forced to withdraw because of an elbow injury.

The event is headlined by four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis as he seeks a title in a third weight class against unbeaten WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in the main event of a SHOWTIME PPV telecast that begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

Tickets voor het live-evenement in State Farm Arena, die wordt gepromoot door Mayweather Promotions, GTD-promoties en TGB-promoties, zijn nu te koop en te koop bij https://www.ticketmaster.com.

A native of Comendador, Dominicaanse Republiek, Adames (19-1, 15 KO) fights out of New York City as he seeks to earn a second shot at a world championship. The 27-year-old defeated a slew of contenders on his way to a 2019 title shot that he lost by narrow decision to Patrick Teixeira. Adames defeated former champion Carlos Molina, and contenders Frank Galarza, Joshua Conley and Alejandro Barrera to earn that opportunity at a title.

The 25-year-old Salazar (23-3, 9 KO) rides a 15-fight winning streak into this matchup. Meest recent, Salazar earned a unanimous decision over Ruben Barajas in their December 2020 clash. Originally from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico and now fighting out of Norwalk, Calif., Salazar will fight in the U.S. for the sixth time Saturday night. His previous stateside outing saw him dominate Abraham Cordero to earn a unanimous decision in May 2019.

The non-televised undercard will feature Cuban contender **Leduan Barthelemy** (16-1-1, 8 KO) meeting unbeaten **Viktor Slavinsky** (12-0-1, 6 KO)in een acht-ronde super vedergewicht gevecht, former title challenger **Andres Gutierrez** (38-2-1, 25 KO) in an eight-round super lightweight attraction, unbeaten prospect **Dalton Brodie** (1-0, 1 KO) competing in a four-round super middleweight duel against fellow-unbeaten **Trever Bradshaw** (1-0) and undefeated Washington, D.C. born prospect **Stacey Selby** (2-0, 2 KO) entering the ring in a four-round super lightweight bout.

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***OVER DAVIS VS. BARRIOS***
Davis vs. Barrios will see four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis set his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Juni 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Erickson “Hammer” Lubin faces former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Super welterweight contender Carlos Adames will take on Mexico’s Alexis Salazar in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Argenis Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast.

Het evenement wordt gepromoot door Mayweather Promotions, GTD-promoties en TGB-promoties. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

Voor meer informatie bezoek www.SHO.com/sports, www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, volgen op Twitter @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing, MayweatherPromo, TGBPromotions, op Instagram @ShowtimeBoxing, @PremierBoxing, @BuienRadarNL, @TGBPromotionss of word een fan op Facebook op www.Facebook.com/SHOBoxing en https://www.facebook.com/MayweatherPromotions/.

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Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez part of group that opened new state-of-the-art boxing gym in the Heart of North Hollywood’s Arts District

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Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez part of group that opened new state-of-the-art boxing gym in the Heart of North Hollywood’s Arts District Brickhouse Boxing Club

LOS ANGELES (Juni 21, 2021) – Undefeated former World Boxing Organization (WBO) Super middengewicht kampioen (WBO) and current world-ranked light heavyweight contender Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez is a principal member in 3PM Group, which officially opened the 6,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Brickhouse Boxing Club to the public this past May 31^st.

Ramirez (41-0, 27 KO) has been training at Brickhouse Boxing Club for his July 9^th12-round main event fight versus former world light heavyweight title challenger Sullivan Barrera (22-3, 14 KO).
Lefty vs. Barrera, gepresenteerd door Golden Boy Promotions, wordt exclusief gestreamd op DAZN, live vanuit het Banc of California Stadium, thuisbasis van de Los Angeles Football Club (profvoetbal), gelegen in het centrum van Los Angeles.

Tickets zijn geprijsd op $150, $100, $75, $50 en $35, exclusief toepasselijke servicekosten, en te koop bij www.bancocaliforniastadion en www.ticketmaster.com.
Located in North Hollywood (1116 Weddington St. / 818.821.3355) and arguably the premier boxing gym in Los Angeles, Brickhouse Boxing Club’s key members and trainers include “Zurdo” Ramirez, 4-tijd wereldkampioen Brian Viloria, Ramirez’ Head Trainer Julian Chua, and Strength & Conditioning Coach Chris Wong.

“The opportunity presented itself and my team was able to put everything together,” Ramirez explained why he is a principal owner of Brickhouse Boxing Club. “The plan was always to create a friendly environment that can help expand to others but, op hetzelfde moment, provide an elite training facility for professionals.

“Training here (for Barrera fight) has been great. I’m proud to have my own space and glad to have everything I need under one roof – boxing, geschiktheid, recovery, and sauna. Ook, it’s been great to invite sparring partners and provide an elite performance center for all fighters.”

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