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BOUCHER HOPES SECOND TIME WILL BE A CHARM FOR CAPTURING FLYWEIGHT TITLE

Me 29, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

POU PIBLIKASYON IMEDYAT: Lewiston, Maine (Me 25, 2019) - New England Goumen (Nef) returns to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee on Saturday, Jen 22 with its next mixed-martial-arts event, “Nef 39: ALL-AMERICAN.” One of the featured fights on the amateur portion of the pro/am card will see Nate Boucher (4-3) tangle with Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant NEF Amateur Flyweight Title.

This will be Boucher’s second attempt at capturing the flyweight belt. Then-undefeated, Boucher met Justin Witham (4-4) nan Novanm nan 2017 for the championship in Portland, Maine. Witham went on to win the bout, and the title, via split decision on the judges’ performance. Many in attendance, sepandan, felt that Boucher had dominated the bout.

The loss to Witham was the start of a three-fight skid for the former wrestler from Mountain Valley High School in Rumford, Maine. Boucher has rebounded and put himself back in contention for the flyweight strap with back-to-back first-round submission victories at “NEF 36” ak “NEF 37,” respektivman.

Boucher represents Central Maine Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Lewiston, Maine.

“Since coming up short on the judges’ scorecards in my first title fight—a fight that many fans feel I won—I have been focused on one single goal: getting another shot at the belt,” said Boucher. “Finalman, that opportunity is here and I don’t plan on allowing anything to stand in my way of achieving my main goal which is winning the flyweight title! I’m doing everything that I need to do in order to make sure that the judges don’t play a role in the outcome on June 22nd. Special thanks to all of my sponsors and supporters for helping me on my way back to the belt fight—I vow to make you all proud at ‘All-American’ in Lewiston.”

Robert Presley, known as “The Warrior,” comes to Maine all the way from Lancaster, Ohio to challenge for the flyweight title. He was victorious in his most recent bout last January via unanimous decision. With this being his tenth amateur bout, Presley plans on turning pro soon after. He represents both 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu and the Lancaster Academy of MMA.

“On June 22nd, I will be flying in from the little town of Newark, Ohio to go to war with Nate Boucher for the NEF flyweight title,” said Presley. “I don’t know much about Nate, but I will be honored to share the cage with him. Apre sa a batay, I am turning pro. I’ve learned a lot from my amateur career and am ready to showcase my talent. Many thanks to NEF for giving me a chance to please their home crowd. I hope everyone is ready for a battle!"

“Nef 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Jen 22, 2019 nan Androscoggin Bank Colisee la nan Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now atwww.TheColisee.com.

Sou New England Goumen

New England Goumen ("Nèf") se yon batay evènman pwomosyon konpayi. NEF’s mission is to create the highest quality events for fighters and fans alike. Egzekitif ekip nef an gen anpil eksperyans nan jesyon espò konba, evènman pwodiksyon, medya relasyon, maketing, legal ak piblisite.

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SIX UNDEFEATED PROSPECTS TAKE CENTER STAGE IN HISTORIC SHOBOX: NEW GENERATION Vandredi a, JUNE 21 Ap viv sou SHOWTIME®

Me 25, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

Six-foot, 7-inch Californian Sebastian Fundora Faces Hector Zepeda of Mexico In Main Event While Dominican Republic’s Michel Rivera Clashes With Mexico’s Rene Tellez Giron in Co-Featured Bout of Tripleheader Live At 10 p.m. ET/PT From WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa

**NEW YORK – May 24, 2019 -** Six talented prospects will each put their undefeated records on the line in the next edition of *ShoBox: New Generation a* nan Vandredi, Jen 21 viv sou chotim nan 10 p.m. ET/PT from WinnaVegas Casino in Sloan, Iowa.

Billed as “Someone’s O Must Go,” the exciting night of fights will feature six boxers with a combined record of 91 wins and no defeats. Since the developmental prospect series debuted in 2001, a total of 186 boxers have lost their undefeated record on *ShoBox*.

Nan evènman an prensipal, southpaw Sebastian Fundora (12-0, 8 Ko) of Coachella, Kalifòni., faces Hector Zepeda (17-0, 4 Ko) from Tijuana, Meksik, nan yon 10-wonn super wèltèr bout. Nan ko-karakteristik nan, Michel Rivera (15-0, 10 Ko) soti nan Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic takes on Mexico’s Rene Tellez Giron (13-0, 7 Ko) nan yon uit-wonn ki lejè bout. In the telecast opener, Argentina’s Jose Romero (21-0, 7 Ko) battles Yeis Solano (14-0, 10 Ko) of Colombia, also in an eight-round lightweight fight.

“In the 18-year history of *ShoBox: New Generation a*, we have yet to feature a tripleheader with all young, undefeated prospects who are also making their *ShoBox* debu,” said Gordon Hall, Executive Producer of the series since its inception in 2001. “These promising prospects have a combined record of 91-0 and hope to join the current list of 80 fighters who fought on the series and went on to become world champions. This is a show not to be missed.”

The event is promoted by Sampson Boxing in association with Paco Presents. Biyè, kòmanse nan $10, are on sale now and available at www.WinnaVegas.com.

“I’m very proud to present these future champions on *ShoBox: New Generation a*, a show that has built so many careers and champions,” said promoter Sampson Lewkowicz of Sampson Boxing. “It’s very exciting to present so many undefeated fighters against each other in one event. Every one of these fighters are putting their young careers on the line and three of them will move forward and three will step back that night.”

Nicknamed “The Towering Inferno” and trained by his father, the 21-year-old Fundora fought three times in 2018 and has been called the tallest 154-pound boxer in the division’s history. Often holding a five- to eight-inch height advantage over his opponents, Fundora has knocked out his last four opponents and started 2019 in electrifying fashion with a third-round knockout of then 10-0 Donnie Marshall. Nine of his 12 wins have come against opponents with winning records.

“It’s an honor to be the headliner on a *ShoBox event*,” said Fundora, originally from West Palm Beach, Fla., whose all-action style has been compared to former world champion Antonio Margarito. “My opponent, Hector Zepeda, is from a respected Tijuana boxing family and he will be very tough. A victory over an undefeated fighter like Zepeda will be a big step forward for me. Fòmasyon ki pral byen, and I’ll be more than ready to give the fans another exciting performance on June 21.”

Also 21-years-old, Zepeda is a busy, five-year veteran who goes by the nickname “Baby” and who fought five times in 2018. His father Ernesto Zepeda is a former professional boxer and he’s trained by noted Mexican trainer Romulo Quirarte. Pandan karyè li, Ernesto sparred all-time great Julio Cesar Chavez, Sr. and Hector is a currently sparring with Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. Zepeda is coming off a unanimous decision win over Giovanny Gonzalez on May 18 nan Tijuana. In February, Zepeda scored an eight-round unanimous decision over Jesus Javier Gutierrez Montenegro.

“This is the first opportunity that has been presented to me at this caliber,” Zepeda said. “Fundora is a strong fighter, much taller than most. He loves to exchange blows and I am sure this is going to be a great fight. Fòmasyon ki pral gwo. I am working very hard physically and mentally to leave everything inside the ring June 21. A victory over Fundora on SHOWTIME will open doors, so that a lot of people will know who I am and open the way for better things in my career.”

The 21-year-old Rivera from Santo Domingo, Repiblik Dominikèn, is a hard-hitting three-year professional fighting for the first time in the United States. Rivera has stopped five of his last six opponents and was last seen scoring a two-round stoppage over Argentina’s Carlos Daniel Cordoba in January. He has faced eight fighters with winning records, including two who were previously undefeated.

“I am super excited to have this opportunity to fight on *ShoBox*,” Rivera said. “That is where all boxers dream to fight on, especially those with less opportunities like me. My opponent is shorter than me and fights at half-distance and likes to counterattack. He uses his jab a lot and is used to fighting bigger rivals. He’s also more active the first three rounds, then starts to lower the intensity. I need to be aware of his overhand right.”

The 20-year-old Tellez Giron is a native of Queretaro, Meksik. The undefeated slugger known as “El Bravo” is an almost four-year professional with a reputation for fighting in his opponents’ backyard and still coming away victorious. Yon amatè akonpli, Tellez Giron had 180 amateur fights starting at the age of 12 and was a state, regional and national champion, as well as Golden Gloves champ. He turned pro at the age of 15 ak nan 2018 traveled to Ukraine where he captured the vacant WBC Youth Silver title. Nan batay dènye l ', he stopped fellow Mexican Mario Enrique Martinez in two rounds in December of last year. He has faced nine fighters with winning records, including five who were undefeated.

“In reality, m ', this is just another fight,” Tellez Giron said. “I have been in tough fights before and this is nothing new for me. I am aiming for bigger and better things, so I feel very motivated because this is the time to demonstrate what I have and to show everyone what I am made of. Rivera is a strong fighter, who likes to use distance. I also know that he is very disciplined.”

The 23-year-old Romero is a native of Cordoba, Ajantin. He won the World Boxing Council Latino Super Featherweight Title in November 2017 and defended it twice. He is also the current Argentina (FAB) Super Featherweight Title and International Boxing Federation Latino Super Featherweight Champion.

“I am a proud champion of Argentina, but now I’m ready to do what so many of my great countrymen have done and bring my skills to the world,” said Romero, fighting for the first time in the U.S. “It is a great honor to fight on SHOWTIME, where so many champions have fought before me. From my pro debut, my promoter Sampson Lewkowicz has promised me this chance and now it’s here. I will not blow it. I am training like all my dreams depend on winning. They do.”

Solano is a 26-year-old native of Monteria, Kolonbi. The hard-punching Solano is a former World Boxing Association Fedebol Lightweight Champion and in 2012 placed third in the Colombia National Games. Nan batay dènye l ', he scored a five-round stoppage over Jesus Manuel Sandoval in October 2018. He is currently training at Compton Boxing Gym in Compton, Kalifòni., and is trained by Jose Ponce, Sr. and his son Jose Ponce, Jr.

“I feel very fortunate to have this platform to showcase my talent,” Solano said. “My opponent has an extensive record and I know he’s a good fighter and, like me, I know that he is probably preparing for a war. I look forward to demonstrating all the hard work I am putting in for this fight and at the end of the fight, I will continue to be undefeated.”

Barry Tompkins will call the action from ringside with boxing historian Steve Farhood and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. Pwodiktè egzekitif la se Gordon Hall ak Richard Gaughan pwodwi ak Rick Phillips dirije.

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Sou *ShoBox: New Generation a*

Depi kreyasyon li nan mwa Jiyè 2001, kritik aklame chotim seri a boksè, *ShoBox: New Generation a* te chin an tap jenn talan matche difisil. Nan *ShoBox* filozofi se televise enteresan, foul moun-plezi ak alimèt konpetitif pandan y ap ofri yon tè ki pwouve pou kandida vle detèmine pou goumen pou yon tit mond. Gen kèk nan lis la k ap grandi nan la 80 avyon de gè ki te parèt sou *ShoBox* ak avanse Garner tit mond an gen ladan: Errol Spence Jr, Andre Ward, Deontay Wilder, Erislandy Lara, Shawn Porter, Gary Russell Jr, Lamont Peterson, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Nonito Donaire, Devon Alexander, Carl Froch, Robert Guerrero, Timote Bradley, Jessie Vargas, Juan Manuel Lopez, Chad Dawson, Paulie Malignaggi, Ricky Hatton, Kelly Pavlik, Pòl Williams ak plis.

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KOROBOV kan mande yon ankèt

Me 25, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

**Pou wè lèt la ak tache egzibisyon prèv, klike sou** HERE.

Ekip la ki reprezante WBC # 14-rated Middleweight Matvey Korobov te voye yon lèt bay Pwokirè Jeneral la ak Gouvènè nan Virginia, mande yo louvri yon ankèt sou kontwovèsyal tiraj majorite Korobov a Samdi pase (Me 11) kont Virginia ki baze sou avyon de gè Immanuwel Aleem ak plizyè ki enpòtan "ensidan ki antoure."

Leon Margules, avoka pou Ekip Korobov, voye lèt la sou non avyon de gè a, ansanm ak plizyè moso sipò prèv, bay Virginia Pwokirè Jeneral Mak Herring ak Gouvènè Ralph Northam.

Nan li, Margules lonje dwèt sou sa li akize se yon konfli enterè nan ki de jij yo ki baze nan Virginia, Mak D'Attilio ak Brian Costello ki tou de kesyon gouvènen bout nan yon trase nan 95-95, se manm boksè eta a, Arts masyal, ak Pwofesyonèl Wrestling Advisory Board responsab pou chwazi jij chak batay ak avyon de gè lisans.

Costello, an reyalite, se Prezidan Komisyon Konsèy la.

Epi konsa, de manm nan kò a responsab pou nonmen jij yon batay nonmen tèt yo ak yon abit relativman san eksperyans (Michelle Myers) soti nan Virginia ofisye yon bout nasyonalman televize prezante yon avyon de gè soti nan eta lakay yo, kont Korobov, yon Ris k ap viv nan Florid.

Li Lè sa a, kesyon poukisa, nan twa batay televize yo, sa a te youn nan sèlman te pote soti tankou sa a, ak ofisyèl ki pa net.

Lèt la tou referans skor orijinal la bay medya yo, ki te montre Korobov kòm yon gayan desizyon majorite, osi byen ke menm scorecard la 20 minit pita, ak wonn D'Attilio a 10 Nòt Korobov grate soti ak chanje soti nan yon 10 a yon 9, transfòme rezilta a nan yon tiraj majorite.

Yon pwen plis nan deba se pèfòmans nan jije nan de jij ki baze nan Virginia, ki moun ki bay nòt batay la yon trase lè yon viktwa Korobov te prèske inivèsèl te dakò sou pa medya yo boksè ak fanatik yo, post-batay.

Pou pifò, Korobov parèt pou pou genyen sèt premye jij yo handily epi fè mal Aleem seryezman nan wonn sis anvan Aleem monte yon reaparisyon minè nan de oswa twa jij ki sot pase yo. Nan klòch final la, Korobov te jwi yon gwo avantaj nan pwenson ateri (dapre estatistik CompuBox, Korobov te ateri 154 pwenson soti nan 417 jete (37%), pandan Aleem te ateri 119 vaksen soti nan 630 [19%]).

Respekte boksè ofisyèl ak jij ofisyèl pou konpetisyon an, Larry Hazard Sr., bay nòt batay la 97-92.

Yon lis long nan fanatik sou medya sosyal vwa sispèk koripsyon tou tache.

Lèt Margules 'tou pwen soti sa anpil konsidere yon knockdown rate pa Abit Myers nan wonn kat, lè Korobov voye Aleem desann ak yon kontwa men dwat sèlman gen règ li yon move bagay mal.

Ekip Korobov di yo espere leta ap jwenn yon solisyon pou sitiyasyon malere sa a pou anpeche yon lòt je nwa pou boksè ak yon "efè refrijerasyon" sou avyon de gè ki ap vin goumen nan Virginia.

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**Sou Sampson boksè**

Sampson boksè gen patnè pou chanje klas tout lòt peyi sou Nò ak Amerik di Sid, Lafrik di, Azi, Nouvo Zelaland, Ostrali, Ewòp ak Amerik Santral. Sampson boksè evènman yo te televize sou rezo kree tankou HBO, Chotim, ESPN, VS., FOX ak plizyè rezo entènasyonal. Pou plis enfòmasyon, vizit sampsonboxing.com.

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Beamon to Face Saludar and Crowley to Face Mansouri on Stacked Night of Boxing at Wolstein Center in Cleveland and Live on CBS Sports

Me 25, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

Nan samdi, Jen 22, at CSU’s Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, **Bigger Than Life Entertainment** ak **Mo Entertainment**, in partnership with six-time World Champion **Miguel Cotto’s Miguel Cotto Promotions** will present “Making A Champion," the first in a series of shows that will feature top prospects in their toughest challenges.

The six-fight night of world-class boxing features dual main events that will be televised live on **CBS Espò** (11:00 pm ET/8:00 pm PT) and the exciting undercard will be streamed live on www.fite.tv (7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT).

In the first televised main event, Goldsboro, North Carolina’s **Dewayne “Mr. Stop Running” Beamon** (16-1-1, 11 Ko) ap fè fas a pwovokatè Tit ansyen mond Froilan “The Sniper” Saludar (30-3-1, 21 Ko) from the Philippines nan yon 12-round showdown for the WBC United States (USNBC) Super Flyweight Championship.

In the second televised main event, Canada’s undefeated **Cody “The Crippler” Crowley** (17-0, 9 Ko) ap pran sou nan Wayòm IniNan **Navid “Nav” Mansouri** (19-2-2, 6 Ko) in a 12-round battle for the WBC United States (USNBC) Super Welterweight Championship.

In other intriguing match-ups, Cleveland’s own **Miguel Angel “Silky Smooth” Gonzalez**(24-4, 16 Ko) will fight eight lightweight rounds against Africa’s Albinius “Danny Boy Albino” Felesianu (18-2-1, 7 Ko); and in a six-round super lightweight scrap undefeated **Montana “Too Pretty” Love** (11-0-1, 5 Ko) will face Africa’s also undefeated Tshibangu “Bebe Rico” Kayembe (9-0-3, 3 Ko).

**Tickets for “Making A Champion” are priced at $30, $40, $65 and Ringside $150 epi yo sou vant kounye a nan** wolsteincenter.com or Wolstein Center Box Office on CSU campus.

33-year-old Dewayne Beamon has won several regional championships in his four-year professional career, including the UBF World Featherweight, IBO International Super Flyweight, UBF World Super Flyweight, IBO Inter-Continental Super Flyweight and UBF World Super Flyweight Championship.

33-year-old Froilan Saludar hails from Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental in The Philippines. He challenged former champ Sho Kimura for the World Boxing Organisation World Flyweight belt in July 2018 ak, in his 10-year career, has previously held the WBO Asia Pacific Youth Flyweight, WBO Asia Pacific Youth Flyweight, WBO Youth Flyweight, WBO Asia Pacific Flyweight, WBO Oriental Flyweight and WBO Inter-Continental Flyweight Championships.

26-year-old Cody Crowley is an undefeated southpaw from Peterborough, Ontario. He is the current Canada Professional Boxing Council International Super Welterweight and Canada Professional Boxing Council National Super Welterweight Champion. He was last seen in February of this year, pitching a shutout in defense of his titles against former champion Stuart McClellan.

30-year-old Navid Mansouri hails from Rotherham, Yorkshire, Wayòm Ini, but is currently living in Los Angeles and training at the legendary Wild Card Gym. He won the BBofC English Super Welterweight Title in 2013 ak siksè defann li twa fwa.

33-year-old Miguel Angel Gonzalez is a comebacking southpaw with victories over several top contenders in his 11-year professional boxing career. The Cleveland native previously held the WBF International Super Lightweight Championship. This will be his first fight in nearly four years.

Albinius Felesianu hails from Swakopmund, Namibi. In his 12-year career, he has held the IBF Youth Featherweight, WBF Intercontinental Lightweight and IBF Continental Africa Lightweight Championships.

24-ane-fin vye granmoun **Montana renmen** is a southpaw from Cleveland. In July of last year, he impressively fought to a draw in a fight for the vacant World Boxing Council Youth Silver Super Lightweight Title with 12-1 Kenneth Sims Jr at the WinnaVegas Casino & Resort, in Sloan, Iowa, and live on ShoBox: New Generation a. Love was also the star of a widely viewed viral video of an infamous sparring session where he allegedly dominated WBA Super World Super Featherweight Champion Gervonta Davis.

24-year-old Tshibangu Kayembe hails from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of The Congo. He is a nine-year professional and former Universal Boxing Organization (UBO) International Super Lightweight Champion.

“Working with former champ Miguel Cotto and his promotions team is a great honor,” said E Jay Mathews, CEO of Bigger Than Life Entertainment. “I am very excited to present this terrific event to the fans in Cleveland and around the world on CBS Sports and fite.tv. Each of the match-ups is of high quality. Li nan pral fè yon jou lannwit gwo nan boksè,” Mathews added.

**Ray Leonard Jr.**, son of six-time world champion, **Sugar Ray Leonard**, along with actor and television host, **Chris Spencer** will provide the CBS Sports commentary. World renowned clothing designer, **Karl Kani** will be providing outfits for the ring girls.

The Wolstein Center is located at 2000 Prospect Avenue in Cleveland. Nan batay lannwit, the doors open at 7:00 pm and the action starts at 7:30 pm. Making A Champion is sponsored by B&M BBQ.

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**About Bigger Than Life Entertainment**

BTLE is a full-service entertainment company specializing in Boxing Promotions, Public Relations and Artist Management. They place Sports and Entertainment celebrities at major events worldwide and offer sports tickets and packages in Las Vegas, atravè tout Etazini an, and internationally.

**About Miguel Cotto Promotions**

MCP stems from the vision and passion of Miguel Angel Cotto Vazquez with the premise of giving the boxer what boxing gave his family. Emerging in 2005, MCP has since established a great rapport with the community with over 13 years in the industry solidifying its spot as one of the leading sporting firms in Puerto Rico.

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MANNY PACQUIAO VS. KEITH THURMAN & CALEB PLANT VS. MIKE LEE LOS ANGELES PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & PHOTOS

Me 25, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

**Pacquiao vs. Thurman Headlines Saturday, Jiyè 20 in a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT**

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**LOS ANGELES** (Me 22, 2019) – Eight-division champion **Manny Pacquiao** and unbeaten welterweight world champion **Keith Thurman**, plus unbeaten super middleweight champion **Kalèb Plant** ak envenku **Mike Lee**,squared-off for the second day in a row Wednesday, this time at a Los Angeles press conference as they previewed their respective showdowns taking place Saturday July 20 presented by Premier Boxing Champions and FOX Sports from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Pacquiao and Thurman will battle in a welterweight world title attraction that headlines a PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. Plant will make the first defense of his title against the unbeaten Lee in the main event of FOX PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes preceding the Pay-Per-View and beginning at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

Biyè pou evènman an, which is promoted by MP Promotions, Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased online through AXS.com, peye pa telefòn nan 866-740-7711 or in person at any MGM Resorts International box office. Plant vs. Lee is presented by TGB Promotions and Sweethands Promotions.

Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from The Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles:

**MANNY PACQUIAO**

“It’s easy for my opponents to talk before the fight, and I’m used to everything they say. But when we get to the ring, it changes, and it will change on July 20.

“I chose Keith Thurman because he’s a great fighter, he’s undefeated and because we can give a good fight to the fans. I want to make the fans happy on that night and show that I can still go toe-to-toe with any opponent.

“He said he’s young, but we’ll see who looks young in the ring on July 20. I’m going to let my fists say everything for me.

“We will work hard in training camp like always for this fight. We’re not going to take Keith Thurman lightly or underestimate him. He’s a world champion. I’m thankful for what he’s been saying, because it’s giving me motivation to prove that at 40-years-old, Mwen santi mwen 29.

“Keith Thurman is aggressive and throws a lot of punches. I’m hoping on July 20 he will follow through with what he says and fight toe-to-toe with me.

“The fans need to watch this fight because it’s a once in a lifetime fight. It’s going to be a Fight of the Year and full of action from start to finish. I’m ready to get it on July 20.

“Most of my opponents are bigger than me and I beat them all. When we get into the ring, li pa gen pwoblèm. This has happened before and it will happen again against Thurman.

“My experience will be very important for this fight. It’s going to be useful against an undefeated fighter. I’m going to give him the experience of losing for the first time.

“I’m still having fun and enjoying the sport. I’m excited to go straight to the gym after this and start focusing on training for the fight.”

**KEITH THURMAN**

“It’s a blessing to be on this stage and have a fight of this magnitude. I’m an all-American fighter, an all-American champion and come July 20, I’m going to stay champion.

“Manny is a world class fighter. He’s a gentleman inside and outside of the ring. I look forward to trading punches with a living legend. But one thing’s for sure, he’s not walking away with my title.

“All Manny does is hop around in the ring. I’m not going to lose to a bunny rabbit. He’s not Tupac, but he does a little hip hop and he’s not going to stop until he gets dropped.

“Manny is a world class fighter, not a world class boxer. I’m going to trip him up in the ring and he won’t know what direction to turn to. I know who I am as a fighter, and it will be proven come July 20.

“I’m destroying the legend of Manny Pacquiao. His legacy ends on July 20 and mine begins. He’s an inspiration to many people throughout the world and everyone respects him, but I’m respectfully going to finish him.

“This is a big fight as far as the stage goes, but it’s a big fight against a little guy. He’s a veteran and I’ve dismantled veterans in the past. I believe I would have destroyed Manny Pacquiao five years ago. I’ve always been ready for this fight. He’s never fought someone like me with this kind of lateral movement, vitès ak pouvwa. I’m coming for him.

“I was in the gym four weeks ago starting some preparations. I wanted to get the ball rolling and use the momentum from my last training camp for this opportunity. Who better to showcase my skills and talent against than Manny Pacquiao? He chose me because it will be a guaranteed action fight.

“I think this is one of the best Manny Pacquiao fights in a long time. Mwen pral pote l '. Pacquiao did not get reminded in his last fight what it feels like to be up against a real champion. I’m the youngest, fastest, hungriest fighter that he’s ever been in the ring with. Jiyè 20, it’s the ‘Keith Thurman show’.”

**CALEB PLANT**

“I never consider myself the A-side because my history says that I shouldn’t even be here. As beautiful as the belt is, it’s about more to me than that. It’s about legacy for me. I’ve been carrying myself as a world champion since the day I started this journey, so this is nothing new to me.

“I’m the whole package. Mwen gen vitès, I have footwork, Mwen gen pouvwa, I have the heart and the will to win. Until you find someone else who’s all that, I’m going to keep having my hand raised.

“Where I’m from, there’s confrontation every day. This is nothing new to me. There are times I was told that I wouldn’t make it. Nobody paved the way for me like I’m from New York or Los Angeles. I paved my own way.

“Mike Lee is in uncharted territory. I’m curious on how he plans on beating me. Does he plan on roughing me up and trying to knock me out like my last opponent? Can he do that better than Jose Uzcategui? Is he going to try to outbox me with his hand and foot speed? Because there’s no person from 160 to 175 who could do that.

“I’ve been committed to the same thing for the last 18 years straight. Rain, sleet or snow, I stayed committed. I’m bred for this. I was created for this. It’s the only thing I’ve done my whole life. Sou Jiye 20, I’ll be keeping the thing that I’ve worked my whole entire life for.

“At every decision that has to be made, you can go left or you can go right. From the genesis of my being, every time it was the moment to make a tough decision, I went the same way. Because I do not bend or fold for anything. No matter what’s tossed my way, this journey must go on for me. He said he has nothing to lose, but I have everything to lose.

“All the motivational videos that he watches and books that he reads, I’m the very essence and meaning of that. I’m the pinnacle of all those things he’s studied. You can’t learn mental fortitude in a book. Those things are earned, they’re not learned.”

**MIKE LEE**

“Sa a se yon rèv rive vre pou m '. I’ve been through so much and there were days where I thought my dream was over. I’ve chased this since I was eight-years-old and I’m thankful for this chance to go after a dream that others thought I couldn’t reach.

“The beauty of this sport is that it’s only me and Caleb in there. Everyone else can only talk. I’ve been in the ring through adversity and stuck it out, because that’s the kind of person I am. I know that if I come on July 20 as the best Mike Lee possible, that I can win.

“I’ve been in the gym working every day. Doctors told me at one point that I wouldn’t fight again, but I’m still standing right here. I pushed through my pain to get here.

“I’m excited to be here in Los Angles, where we hold training camp. I’m bringing the belt back to Chicago, but Los Angeles is a second home to me.

“Today is the culmination of years of sacrifice, hard work and discipline. I’m undefeated for a reason but I feel people underestimate me and I like that. I’ve been underestimated my whole career. I’ve thrived off people say I couldn’t do it.

“I respect Caleb Plant. He’s the champion for a reason and I respect any fighter who can step into that ring. You have to be a different kind of animal to do that in front of all those people, and I am that animal.

“I’m coming with power, fòs, speed and I’m going to give it everything I have. I’m going to become the new IBF Super Middleweight World Champion.”

**RICHARD STORM, President of Las Vegas Live Entertainment & Espò**

“I’d like to welcome back Manny Pacquiao and Keith Thurman, two of the world’s best fighters, back to Las Vegas and MGM Grand. Manny returns to the ring at MGM Grand following his convincing win in January while Keith will fight in Las Vegas for the first time in four years, looking to remain undefeated.

“We’re truly excited to be hosting this sensational event at MGM Grand and we look forward to seeing everybody in July.”

**BILL WANGER, Executive Vice President of Programming, Research & Content Strategy for FOX Sports**

“Manny Pacquiao vs. Keith Thurman is a living legend, versus a legend in the making. We’re excited to deliver an unprecedented night of boxing on July 20 nan mgm Grand nan Las Vegas.

“Manny is one of boxing’s biggest stars. Keith Thurman is an undefeated world champion and a huge ratings draw. We’re excited to bring viewers inside the ropes and up close to the action on fight night, and produce extensive behind the scenes preview programming that will air across the FOX networks.

“FOX Sports is thrilled to have a battle on July 20 with such a compelling storyline to kick off a great night of championship boxing with the IBF champion Caleb Plant against the undefeated Mike Lee.

“Nan mwa janvye, Caleb Plant headlined the most-watched boxing event ever on FS1. Now he’s fighting on the FOX network for the first time as the main event. At FOX Sports, big events that capture America’s attention are in our DNA. This fight certainly fits that bill.

“Our goal with the PBC deal is to build these fighters into household names, and we’re well on our way. We expect a great show on July 20 in Las Vegas.”

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Rising prospects, rematch highlight Xcite Fight Night 4 undercard

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BENSALEM, PA-The undercard for Xcite Fight Night 4 at Parx Casino® on June 15 is packed with undefeated prospects and an entertaining rematch.

In the semifinal contest, **Jerome Conquest** (10-3-0 1 K0) faces off against **Frank Trader**(12-2-1 3 K0s) in an all-Philadelphia matchup for the USBF continental championship. That will serve as a prelude to the main event, which features homegrown flyweight **Miguel Cartagena** (15-5-1 6 K0s). Cartagena looks to return to his winning ways against **Jesus Solar** (10-1-1 5K0s), who is making just his second stateside appearance in what has become the Puerto Rican fighter’s adopted second home.

The undercard features a welterweight bout with one of Philly’s most exciting unbeaten prospects in **Marcel Rivers** (7-0 4 K0s). He promises an entertaining fight with Lancaster-based **Evincii Dixon** (7-23-2 2 K0s).

“Camp is going good, my team and I turn it up each week,” said Rivers, who is a PGW foreman by day. “I feel good about my fight – it’s always good to fight in my city in front of all my supporters, and I’m goin to give them what they want.”

Brooklyn’s Omar **Kabary Salem** (9-0 4 K0s) returns for his second appearance at the Xcite Center. In his previous outing, he made quick work of Jacob Fox, knocking him out in the first round. He picked up another win on April 27 and will be turning around quickly to face off with Philadelphia’s **Jamaal Davis** (18-14-1 7 K0s) nan yon bout middleweight super. Davis will be the most experienced opponent of Salem’s career and the fight should prove to be a telling challenge between youth and experience.

The Xcite Center will also play home to a compelling rematch at junior welterweight, kòmOnsel Charles (12-19-1 2 K0s) ak **Laquan Lewis** (2-10-0 1Ko) run back their entertaining fight from here last February. Charles earned a hard-fought knockout in their first meeting.

Rounding out the card will be two young guns who are becoming familiar with the Xcite Center. Wèltèr **Tyhler Williams** (2-0-0 2 K0s) is fresh off this second stoppage in as many fights, and is looking to build on his early career momentum. He’ll take on **Tyree Arnold** (0-1) nan Philadelphia.

Polish pwa loud limyè **Jan Czerklewicz** makes his pro debut against **Angel Vasquez** nan Springfield, MA. Vasquez will also be making his first start.

Wèltèr **Daiyaan Butt** (3-0-0 1 K0) nan Philadelphia, who earned his first KO in his last outing at the Xcite Center, looks to continue the strong start to his career. Pral opozan li dwe te anonse yon ti tan.

**ABOUT JUNE 15**

The June 15 card will consist of seven fights, kòmanse nan 7 p.m. Pòt louvri nan 6 p.m. The card is promoted by Joe Hand Promotions. This event is only for adults age 21 ak pi gran. Biyè pwi a $50, $75 ak $100 are on sale at Joe Hand Promotions (215-364-9000). You can also purchase tickets from the Hold My Ticket Call Center at (1-877-466-3404) ak nan www.parxcasino.com

**ABOUT PARX CASINO®**

Parx Casino® is owned and operated by Greenwood Racing, Inc. and is the #1 revenue generating casino property in Pennsylvania. Parx Casino® is conveniently located 20 minutes north of center city Philadelphia, I-95 exit 37 or PA Turnpike exit 351 (westbound), exit 352 (eastbound) on Street Road in Bensalem Bucks County. Parx features over 200,000 square feet of gaming; 3,270 slot machines and 148 live table games; 40 poker tables; live racing & simulcast action; Parx Grill, an upscale signature restaurant; Foodies quick service dining; Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House and SportsBar; Jax sports bar; Circle Bar; Bambu Noodle House; The Lucky Cheese ~ gourmet grilled cheese eatery; XLounge, luxury casino lounge and complimentary parking for over 5,000 cars. One year ago, Parx debuted a $50M expansion that included the 1,500-seat live entertainment venue, Xcite Center; Liberty Bell Gastropub, farm-to-fork inspired menu; Oliveto, New York City style pizza and Italian Classics; Parx Poker, new custom built private poker room. Nan 2019, Parx launched sports betting and opened a massive year-round Beer Garden to rave reviews. For more information on Parx Casino®, vizit www.parxcasino.com.

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AHMED ELBIALI TRAINING CAMP QUOTES & PHOTOS

Me 24, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

**Light Heavyweight Brawler Elbiali Duels Marlos Simões in Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes Action This Saturday Night from Beau Rivage Resort Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi**

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**LAS VEGAS** (Me 22, 2019) – Light heavyweight brawler **Ahmed Elbiali** will return to the ring, and for the first time with new trainer Justin Gamber, lè li ap fè fas **Marlos Simões** in a 10-round showdown as part of Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 and FOX Deportes action this Saturday night from Beau Rivage Resort Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi.

PBC on FS1 and FOX Deportes begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT and is headlined by former super welterweight champion Austin “Pa gen dout” Trout returning to the ring to take on former title challenger **Terrell Gausha** in a 10-round super welterweight battle.

Biyè pou evènman an, ki se ankouraje pa TGB Pwomosyon, are on sale now and can be purchased at the Beau Rivage Theatre box office and through Ticketmaster.

Elbiali has recently began working with a new trainer in Gamber, who also trains super middleweight champion Caleb Plant, and will look to show his improvement in the ring this Saturday night. Here is what he had to say about his new trainer and more:

**On training with new coach Justin Gamber:**“I’ve been learning a lot since I started training with Justin Gamber, which was about six weeks ago. Nothing against my old trainers, I just felt I needed a new look. Justin and I work well together and I’ve improved tremendously. I’m learning how to relax more in the ring, which has helped me keep my power in the later rounds of sparring. Justin is a great coach and together we are going to make some noise in the light heavyweight division.”

**On his recent training camp:**
“I’ve put in a lot of hard work for this training camp and I can see the difference compared to other camps I’ve had in the past. I’m working on the fundamentals of boxing, using my jab more and setting up my combinations. I know I have the power to knock out my opponents, but now I’m learning more how to set it up. Living and training in Las Vegas has been a big boost to my career because the sparring out here is second to none. I’m having a great training camp.”

**On his matchup with Marlos Simões:**
“I know Simões is a durable opponent who’s only been stopped once in his career. I’m expecting him to be in great shape. He’s had a lot of success in the ring, so I’m preparing for a guy who can really fight. I’m just going to go in there and execute my game plan.”

**On when he will be ready for a world title shot:**
“I want to get as many fights as possible this year and make a world title run in 2020. Natirèlman, everything is predicated fight to fight, but that is the goal.”

**On making his televised return on FS1:**
“Fighting on FS1 is always fun and exciting. FS1 is the platform where us fighters get the most exposure while we’re coming up. You can’t compare any other network to FOX, where the whole world can tune in. It’s truly a blessing for me to be fighting on FS1.”

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Fans can live stream the fights on the FOX Sports app, available in English or Spanish through the FOX, FS1 or FOX Deportes feeds. The fights are available on desktop at FOXSports.com and through the app store, or connected devices including Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Xbox One and Roku.

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A NEW MIDDLEWEIGHT CHAMPION WILL BE CROWNED AT NEF 39

Me 24, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

POU PIBLIKASYON IMEDYAT: Lewiston, Maine (Me 22, 2019) - New England Goumen (Nef) returns to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee on Saturday, Jen 22 with its next mixed-martial-arts event, “Nef 39: ALL-AMERICAN.” Earlier today, the fight promotion announced the addition of an amateur title fight to the card. Carlton Charles (3-2) ap fè fas a Jordan Norman (2-1) for the vacant amateur middleweight belt.

Prior to entering the MMA ranks, Carlton Charles made his mark on the football field. He played for Windham High School in Windham, Maine and later led the team to a Class A title as an assistant coach. Charles went on to play fullback for the University of Maine Black Bears. He made his NEF debut in the summer of 2017 with a 23-second knockout win. He would top that performance with a 12-second knockout victory in February 2018. After an unsuccessful attempt at capturing the amateur welterweight title against Duncan Smith (5-3) last June, Charles returned to the cage one month ago in New Hampshire and picked up yet another first-round knockout win.

“Kòm toujou, I feel blessed and very grateful for the opportunity to fight for the belt,” said Charles. “I know Jordan has come a long way in this sport and is always training hard and improving. I will be looking to not be caught by one of those big meat hooks that he has for hands. He’s a big powerful guy, and I’m going to be training hard as always to be able to go out and perform to my best ability. I know my coaches will have me ready for this one! have no doubt in my mind the fans will be in for a real treat with this one.”

Jordan Norman has indeed come a long way since his NEF debut last June. He lost that evening via first-round knockout, but Norman would come firing back in his next two bouts. He won a split decision over John Assam (0-1) otòn dènye, and just last month finished Greg Ishihara (0-1) in the second round. Norman represents the Bad Little Falls Dojo.

“I’m honored for the opportunity to get into the NEF cage and compete for the amateur title against someone like Carlton,” exclaimed Norman. “He and I will put on one hell of a show for the Lewiston crowd. Both of us come to fight and it won’t be any different on June 22nd. I have nothing but respect for him and his team. I’m excited for the task at hand and scrapping it out for the middleweight title.”

The middleweight title fight between Charles and Norman is the fourth already announced for the “NEF 39” card. Josh “Hook On” Harvey (6-0-1) is scheduled to defend the professional featherweight title against Jordan Downey (5-4), while Nate Boucher (4-3) will square off with Robert Presley (5-4) for the vacant amateur men’s flyweight belt, and undefeated Glory Watson (4-0) takes on Caree Hill (4-1) to crown NEF’s first amateur women’s flyweight champion. Also announced for the card, Izayi “Viking a” Erickson (9-7) faces Lewis Corapi (8-5) in a professional lightweight bout.

“Nef 39: ALL-AMERICAN,” will take place on Saturday, Jen 22, 2019 nan Androscoggin Bank Colisee la nan Lewiston, Maine with a bell time of 7 pm. Biyè yo se sou vant kounye a nan www.TheColisee.com.

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MANNY PACQUIAO VS. KEITH THURMAN & CALEB PLANT VS. MIKE LEE NEW YORK PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & PHOTOS

Me 22, 2019 FNU47 Kite yon kòmantè

**Pacquiao vs. Thurman Saturday, Jiyè 20 in a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View Event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT**

**Plant vs. Lee Headlines FOX PBC Fight Night Preceding Pay-Per-View & Also from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at**
**7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT**

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**NEW YORK** (Me 21, 2019) – Eight-division champion **Manny Pacquiao** and unbeaten welterweight world champion **Keith Thurman**, plus unbeaten super middleweight champion **Kalèb Plant** ak envenku **Mike Lee** went face-to-face Tuesday in New York at a press conference to preview their respective showdowns on Saturday July 20 and presented by Premier Boxing Champions and FOX Sports from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Pacquiao and Thurman will square-off in a welterweight world title attraction that headlines a PBC on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. Plant will make the first defense of his title against the unbeaten Lee in the main event of FOX PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes preceding the Pay-Per-View and beginning at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

Biyè pou evènman an, which is promoted by MP Promotions, Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased online through AXS.com, peye pa telefòn nan 866-740-7711 or in person at any MGM Resorts International box office. Plant vs. Lee is presented by TGB Promotions and Sweethands Promotions.

Here is what the fighters had to say Tuesday from Gotham Hall in New York City:

**MANNY PACQUIAO**

“I’ve never been scared of a challenge. I’m so excited for this fight against an undefeated champion. He’s the kind of fighter that you can’t underestimate. His record and successe gives me more motivation to work hard.

“I will make sure that I’m 100 percent and ready for this fight. We’ll find out what happens on July 20, but it’s going to be exciting. I like being the underdog for this fight because that gives me more focus in training.

“I’ve been careless and over confident in some fights, but this time around it’s different. Keith Thurman is a good fighter and we’re going to make sure the fans are happy on July 20.

“It’s a great honor for me to be fighting back in Las Vegas and on the FOX Sports pay-per-view. I’m going to take advantage of the opportunity.

“I chose Keith Thurman because he’s undefeated and I want to prove that at age 40 I can still beat a great fighter like Keith.

“My time is not yet over. My journey is continuing. I’m going to prove that and more on July 20 against Keith Thurman.

“I’m the kind of fighter that I don’t talk too much. I do my talking in the ring. I can do a lot of things in that ring. He can prove his words in the ring. I’m going to be a warrior on July 20 and show Keith Thurman what it’s like to be in the ring with me.

“I will work hard for this fight. I haven’t felt this motivated and excited since the Oscar De La Hoya fight. I feel like I’m back against the best fighters in the world.

“Our focus in every fight is on the speed and footwork, because those are advantages for me. We’re going to work on avoiding Keith’s offense.

“Fans should watch this fight because it’s a once in a lifetime showdown. We’re going to bring action and I’m confident I will be victorious.”

**KEITH THURMAN**

“Nou ap pare. This is a blessing to be here and a dream come true. I started boxing at the age of seven. I worked hard to be a champion and I’ve always wanted to fight the greatest names in the sport.

“Pacquiao wants a challenge and I’m very grateful to be sharing a ring with a legend. If you understand boxing history, you know that times change. I believe boxing is in a new era. Come July 20, Pacquiao will disappear. He’ll always be remembered in the sport, but I’m doing to Manny Pacquiao, what he did to Oscar De La Hoya.

“This is a big fight. I’ve waited 22 months to get back in the game. We had our ups and downs, but Keith Thurman is back on the rise. I’m going to make a big statement.

“This training camp is going to start this Saturday. Once I get home, it’s grind time and on July 20, it’s going to be my time.

“Jiyè 20 se 23 ane nan fè la. I’ve dedicated myself to this beautiful sport of boxing for so long and my first trainer Ben Getty told me that I had what it takes to be a great champion. I’m truly looking forward to having another chance to show it.

“We definitely had a stretch with a lack of activity. Not everyone knows who Keith Thurman is today. You could see that I wasn’t at my best in January. But on July 20, ‘One Time’ se tounen. I’m getting ready to have one of my best training camps for this fight.

“I had the knockdown in my last fight that was a reminder of what ‘One Time’ se tout sou. We brushed the dust off and we’re taking that momentum into this fight.

“I’m excited to be the guy who shows Manny Pacquiao where the exit is. He’s a legend who’s done great things. But I’ve never lost to a fighter who’s lost seven times. I have no intention of losing this fight and I don’t see him winning in any shape or form.

“Speed, power and overall ring IQ will be the difference. I’m one of the smartest fighters in the sport. I always find a way to win. I know Pacquiao comes in shape, but he’s going to fall short of that finish line.”

**CALEB PLANT**

“I’ve been boxing my whole life. They say it takes 10,000 hours of work to become a true success at something. Come July 20, I’ll have been doing this for 18-years straight. No breaks and no Plan B. I’ve just been boxing, day in and day out.

“Mike Lee may have a financial degree, but in boxing, I have a Ph.D. That’s something he doesn’t know anything about. I came from very rock bottom, where nobody makes it out. If he thinks I’m going to let him mess this up for me, he’s not half as educated as I thought he was.

“I have everything to lose. Every night from now until July 20, I hope Lee and his team are envisioning the worlds ‘and still’. Because that’s all anyone is going to hear on fight night.

“It’s exciting to be on this primetime card. Everyone who wants to take it to the top of the sport wants to be a main event at MGM Grand. An menm tan an, where we fight is not most important to me. We can fight in the parking lot, because it’s about legacy to me.

“Anytime that someone steps into the ring and wins their first world title in fashion, it’s going to be a confidence booster. But I did tell everyone what was going to happen. There’s a season for everything and right now is mine.

“He may come into the ring bigger and heavier than me, but boxing skills are what wins fights. Years of repetition with boxing teachers, are what wins fights. You’ll see all of that on July 20.

“I don’t look at myself as the favorite in any fight. I’m the one who’s not supposed to be here. Put everyone through what I’ve been through, and see if they would make it here.”

**MIKE LEE**

“This has been a culmination of years of hard work and sacrifice. Sa ki pi enpòtan, I’ve gotten somewhere no one thought I would get. I’m fine being the underdog. I have nothing to lose.

“I’m coming out with everything I have. This is everything I’ve ever wanted. I respect Caleb Plant, but on July 20, I plan on making it my moment.

“I’ve headlined cards in Chicago and at Notre Dame before so the bright lights are nothing new to me. I’m very excited and working hard. Sou Jiye 20, I’m going to keep proving people wrong.

“The whole reason I got into this sport is to do it on big stages. Everyone wants to prove it on the biggest stage possible and there’s no bigger stage than at MGM Grand in Las Vegas. It’s a dream come true and it’s the reason I’ve worked so hard.

“Moving down in weight is an advantage. I’ve got a great team working with me to make the weight easily and rehydrate the right way. I’m going to be the bigger and stronger guy in the ring.

“I’ve had people that never thought I’d get here and I love it. It takes a different kind of person to step into that ring in front of so many people. You have to be ready to go out there and risk it all. I fight who they put in front of me and keep winning. That’s what I plan to do on July 20.”

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EIGHT-DIVISION CHAMPION MANNY PACQUIAO MEETS UNBEATEN CHAMPION KEITH THURMAN IN WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CLASH LIVE ON PAY-PER-VIEW

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