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John Thompson ready to win Boxcino title tonight

Pakuti Zichitike Kumasulidwa

Korona, California (Mulole 22, 2015)-Usikuuno at the Omega Products Outdoor Arena, John Thompson (16-1, 5 KO a) looks to win the Boxcino Jr. Middlweight championship when he takes on Brandon Adams in the finale of ESPN Friday Night Kumenyana.

Thompson weighed in at a ready 153.2 pa Thursday a weigh in and he looks in prime shape to not only win the title but enter the world rankings.
John has been really working hard in Virginia. This is his 2nd training camp down there and after his layoff we have really seen the improvement and his confidence,”said Thompson’s promoter Vito Mielnicki of GH3 Promotions.
Thompson, who literally entered the tournament at the last second when Cleotis Pendarvis failed to make weight for his opening round bout with Ricardo Pinnel. Thompson went out and boxed very soundly to win the unanimous decision.
In his semifinal bout with previously undefeated Stanyslav Skorokhod, Thompson peppered the undefeated Ukrainian fr.om the outside and mixed it up on the iniside en route to winning the split decision on April 10 ku Betelehemu, PA.
Now Thompson will take on the Boxcino veteran Adams with the eye on becoming a major player in the crowded Jr. Middleweight kugawanikana
I have believed in John since day one. A lot of people jumped off the bandwagon since his loss to Frank Galarza. But I always knew he had the ability to compete at the highest level and tonight he will prove that I am excited for not only usikuuno but the future of John. He is just 26 and is best boxing is ahead of him,” finished Mielnicki
Photo By Emily Harney / Banner Zokwezedwa
GH3 Zokwezedwa zimaonetsa undefeated Middleweight Antoine Douglas, Super Middleweight a Jerry Odom & Derrick Webster, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez komanso Jr. Middleweight John Thompson, Jr., undefeated Welterweight Jerrell Harris,undefeated Super Bantamweight Qa'id Muhammad, undefeated opepuka Oscar Bonilla, Heavyweight Natu Visinia ndi Kuwala Heavyweight Lavarn Harvell kwa GH3 Zokwezedwa khola.

AMIR KHAN VS. CHRIS ALGIERI LIP SYNC BATTLE AHEAD OF PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON SPIKE FIGHT FRIDAY, MAY 29 AT BARCLAYS LIKULU

Before they battle it out in Brooklyn, Dinani apa or below to watch Amir Khan and Chris Algieri face off on the Lip Sync Battle stage featuring host LL COOL J and Colorful Commentator Chrissy Teigen.

The highly anticipated Amir Khan vs. Chris Algieri fight takes place Friday, Mulole 29TH pa 9:00pm ET/6:00pm PT LIVE on Spike.

Amir Khan vs. Chris Algieri – “Mama Said Knock You Out

Friday, Mulole 29TH – 9 ET/ 6PT

Premier nkhonya odziwa

at Barclays Center LIVE ON SPIKE

Amir Khan vs. Chris Algieri

Javier Fortuna vs. Bryan Vasquez

Boxcino 2015 finals weigh in Photos

ORANGE, Calif. (Mulole 21, 2015) – ESPN a “Friday Night Kumenyana” final broadcast features two outstanding fights in the heavyweight and junior middleweight divisions that will decide the 2015 Boxcino Champions.
Below are photos from Thursday a weigh in from the Boxcino Finals that will take place pa Lachisanu at the Omega Products International Outdoor Arena in Corona, California. The show begins at 10:00 AND pa ESPN 2 as the finale of ESPN FridayNight Kumenyana.

 

The Boxcino 2015 tournament is promoted by Banner Promotions. Lachisanu show is promoted by Thompson Boxing and Banner Promotions.

 

Heavyweight finals–Andrei Fedosov (L) and Donovan Dennis

Jr. Middleweight finals. John Thompson (L) and Brandon Adams

Andrei Fedosov

Donovan Dennis

John Thompson

Brandon Adams

Photos by Emily Harney / Banner Zokwezedwa

PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON NBC FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & Photos


(Kuchokera kumanzere: Murphys Boxing Ken Casey, Andre Dirrell, DiBella Entertainment’s Lou DiBella, James Degale, Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn & Murphys Boxing Sean Sullivan)

(Kuchokera kumanzere: Murphys Boxing Ken Casey, Chris Gilbert, Logan McGuinness, Gary O’Sullivan, Edwin Rodriguez, Andre Dirrell, James DeGale, Craig Baker, Danny O'Connor & Murphys Boxing Sean Sullivan)

Dinani PANO Pakuti Photos Kuchokera Suzanne Teresa / Premier Maseŵera a nkhonya Muzitetezera

Dinani PANO For Photos From Carly Gillis Photography

Boston (Mulole 21, 2015) – Omenyana nawo Loweruka a Premier Maseŵera a nkhonya odziwa pa NBC card took part in the final press conference today at historic Fenway Park in Boston before their respective fights at Agganis Arena, with televised coverage starting at 4:30 p.m. AND/1:30 p.m. PT.

 

Matikiti yamoyo chochitika, amene amachitira DiBella Entertainment limodzi ndi Murphys nkhonya, ndi wogulira pa $250, $200, $100, $75, $50 ndipo $35, osati kuphatikizapo ntchito utumiki milanduyo misonkho, ndipo pa malonda tsopano.

 

Nazi zimene atolankhani ophunzira anali kunena:

 

ANDRE DIRRELL

 

A title means everything. It completes you as a fighter. That’s the top of the food chain in this sport, and that’s the pedestal we’re all trying to reach – dziko ngwazi. Everybody wants to be a world champion. The greats had it and now we want it. It would mean more for my city, banja langa ndi anzanga, and it’s something I’ll always be able to look back it. It would put me in the record books for life.

 

DeGale is not quiet. Today he’s chilling, maybe because he’s a little out of his comfort zone. But there’s a lot of tension when you’re standing right there next to your opponent. He might just be a little cranky today.

 

I like to lighten the mood and stay comfortable. This is all a part of the game. Let’s have fun now. It’s ass-kicking time when we get in that ring, but outside it’s all love.

 

There was a time when I didn’t want to do interviews. I didn’t want to go to fights. I didn’t want to hear fans online and on social media. I closed all them down because I didn’t want to hear people ask, ‘When are you fighting again? Talking about talent wasted, or saying I’m glad he’s gone.It hurt because there was nothing I could do. I was powerless even with all the power in the world.

JAMES DEGALE

 

Andre says the belt doesn’t mean anything to him in the fight – bwino, the belt means everything to me and more. I am here to make history and it doesn’t happen without that title.

 

I could win lachiwelu night and retire a happy manthat’s how much I want to beat Andre Dirrell. But when I do win that title, I am going for the rest of the belts, creating a lasting legacy for my country, my fans and myself.

 

Andre is a classy fighter and he showed in the press conference that he is a classy guy toowhen two fighters who believe in their ability 100 percent and know they are going to win a fight, it is going to be explosive.

 

There’s nothing but respect between us, but ultimately, we’re going to take each other to dark territory lachiwelu usiku, it’s going to be a brutal battleand one that I am going to win.

 

Edwin RODRÍGUEZ

 

This is home for me and I’m thrilled. I know I have a good undefeated fighter in front me, so I’m looking forward to a competitive matchup. It’s going to be a great fight for the fans.

 

This is an exciting day for me. I saw Pedro Martinez pitch so many times here at Fenway and he’s going into the Hall of Fame. Komanso, my fellow countrymen Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz have made so much history here.

 

Being here today and then having the weigh-in at Faneuil Hall mawa and fighting lachiwelu, it’s just an amazing experience.

 

Craig Baker

“Izi ndi mwayi wawukulu kwa ine. I’ve dreamed of fighting on a grand scale like this since I first started boxing.

 

The entire experience has been awesome. It’s going to be an interesting fight. I’m going to keep coming forward. I’m going to keep boxing all night.

 

Everyone should look forward to an action packed night, I know it’s going to be an interesting matchup.

 

Danny O'Connor

 

A couple of years ago Ken Casey and I talked about bringing boxing back to the city of Boston. Fast-forward to today and we’re doing it.

 

I’m excited to be part of it and to see boxing in Boston blossom. It’s good for the city and all the young boxers in this area.

 

I know I have a tough opponent in front of me and I won’t take him lightly. I’m planning on putting on a show for the fans come Loweruka usiku.”

 

CHRIS GILBERT

 

I’m an aggressive come forward, in your face boxer from the first bell to the last.

 

I was full steam ahead when I got the call for this fight. I train all the time, I don’t take breaks and I’m always looking for an opportunity. Ine sindikanakhoza kukhala osangalala.

 

Danny O’Connor is one of the best in my weight division in New England. Everything he does, he does well.

 

I just need to keep my head and continue to come forward, I can’t get frustrated. I’m going 100 percent the full way through. If I’m busy and I fight smart I get good outcomes.

 

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The Loweruka, Mulole 23 edition of Premier Boxing Champions pa NBC MawonekedweAndre Dirrell (24-1, 16 Ko) ndipo James DeGale (20-1, 14 Ko) in a 12-round super middleweight showdown and Edwin Rodriguez (26-1, 17 Ko) vs. Craig Baker (16-0, 12 Ko) in 10-round light heavyweight match up. . Live coverage of this special Memorial Day weekend afternoon edition of PBC on NBC starts at 4:30 p.m. AND/1:30 p.m. PT on NBC and goes until 6:00 madzulo. NDI / 3:00 p.m. PT when the action switches over to NBCSN from 6:00 p.m. AND/3:00 p.m. PT until 7:00 p.m. AND/4:00 p.m. PT.

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JAVIER FORTUNA TAKES ON BRYAN VASQUEZ IN TELEVISED OPENER FOR PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON SPIKE ON FRIDAY, MAY 29

LIVE FROM BARCLAYS CENTER

BEGINNING AT 9:00 P.M. AND/6:00 P.M. PT

Zambiri, Undercard Action Featuring

Staten Island’s 2012 Olympian Marcus Browne Battling Cornelius White

& Brooklyn’s Heather Hardy Facing Noemi Bosques

Brooklyn (Mulole 21, 2015) – An electric showdown between Javier Fortuna (27-0-1, 20 Ko) ndipo Bryan Vasquez (35-1, 18 Ko) will open up the Premier Maseŵera a nkhonya odziwa pa Kukwera telecast taking place Friday, Mulole 29 pa Barclays Center.

 

The 12-round junior lightweight bout between Fortuna and Vasquez will lead into the highly anticipated contest between former world champions Amir Khan ndipo Chris Algieri. The Spike telecast begins at 9 p.m. AND/6 p.m. PT.

 

Undercard action will also feature a slew of exciting local prospects competing in tough fights. 2012 U.S. Olympian “Sir” Marcus Browne (14-0, 11 Ko) of Staten Island will take on the experienced Cornelius White (21-2, 16 Ko) mu 10 round light heavyweight bout while Heather “Kutentha” Hardy (12-0, 2 Ko) Nkhope Noemi Nkhalango (8-2-2) in eight rounds of featherweight action.

 

Also on the card are Wesley Ferrer (8-0, 5 Ko) kutenga Jose Miguel Castro (4-2, 2 Ko) in a six round lightweight attraction, Noel Murphy (1-0) akulimbana Michael Black(0-1) in four rounds of welterweight action, Adam Kownacki (9-0, 9 Ko) squaring pa motsutsa Ytalo Pereya (5-1-1, 3 Ko) in an eight round heavyweight fight and the eight round cruiserweight battle between Keith Tapia (14-0, 9 Ko) ndipo Leo Pla (5-4-2, 2 Ko).

 

Rounding out the action is the professional debut of Chris Colbert as he battles Marquis Pierce (1-5) in a four round featherweight bout and Luis Franco (12-1-1, 8 Ko) kutenga Guillermo Sánchez (15-15-1, 6 Ko).

 

Matikiti yamoyo chochitika, promoted by DiBella Entertainment and Star Boxing, ndi wogulira pa $250, $150, $75, ndipo $45, osati kuphatikizapo ntchito utumiki milanduyo misonkho, ndipo pa malonda tsopano. Matikiti alipo ku www.barclayscenter.com, www.ticketmaster.com ndi pa American Express Box Office pa Barclays Center. Mlandu telefoni, kuitana Ticketmaster pa (800) 745-3000. Pakuti gulu matikiti, chonde kuitana 800-GULU-BK.

 

An amateur standout who participated in the first Pan American Junior Championships in 2003, 25 wazaka Mwayi (27-0-1, 20 Ko) owns victories over Abner Cotto, Miguel Zamudio ndi Patrick Hyland. The undefeated rising star out of La Romana, Dominican Republic holds four knockouts over his last six fights as he looks to put on another great show on Mulole 29.

 

The 27-year-old Vasquez (35-1, 18 Ko) is quickly becoming known as the preeminent pugilist from Costa Rica. The San Jose-native is the winner of his last five fights, including a stoppage of Sergio Thompson in Dec. 2014. Vasquez does not shy from any competition and will not back down when he faces his toughest test to date in Javier Fortuna on Spike TV.

 

As he approaches his record ninth appearance at Barclays Center, ndi 2012 U.S. Olympian Browne (13-0, 10 Ko) wayamba n'chimodzimodzi ndi nkhonya ya zatsopano Mecca. Unbeaten monga katswiri, with six knockouts at Barclays Center, ndi Staten Island mbadwa wasonyeza mmene amadzudzula akumenyana ake kumbuyo, most recently scoring a sixth round stoppage over Aaron Pryor Jr. at Barclays Center in April. The 24-year-old faces the 34-year-old White (21-3, 16 Ko) from Houston.

 

Kale wopambana woyambirira konse akatswiri mkazi nkhonya machesi pa Barclays Center,Hardy (12-0, 2 Ko) akubwerera pa Mulole 29 looking to bounce back from a frustrating no contest on April 11. Iye kale kupambana pa Barclays Center anabwera mu June 2014 pamene iye anapambana kugawanika chisankho pa Jackie Trivilino. Her most recent victory was a dominant unanimous decision against Elizabeth Anderson in December 2014. Iye amaona kuti kusunga patsogolo zikuchitika Mulole 29 when she faces the 32-year-old Bosques out of Saint Petersburg, Florida.

 

An accomplished amateur out of Brooklyn, Ferrer owns a 2012 New York Amateur Boxing Championship and a 2013 New York Daily News Golden Gloves Championship. The 22-year-old has already won twice in 2015, scoring a second round TKO over Bryan Timmons in April. He prepares to face the 27-year-old Castro out of Carolina, Puerto Rico.

 

A 20-year-old prospect out of Woodlawn, New York, Murphy turned pro in November of last year with a unanimous decision over Anthony Smith. He returns to the ring on Mulole 29kulimbana Black out of Las Vegas.

 

Originally from Lomza, Poland, koma kumenyana kuchokera Brooklyn, Kownacki ndi 2006 ndipo 2009 New York Daily News Golden Gloves Champion. The 26-year-old delivered a first round knockout in April over Randy Easton and returns to the ring in his adopted hometown looking for his 10TH professional victory. He faces the 21-year-old 2012 Olympian Pereafrom Ecuador.

 

An undefeated prospect from Santurce, Puerto Rico, Tapia aims to build on his previous two outings, which both ended in first round knockouts. The 24-year-old will battle with the 33-year-old Pla kuchokera Wichita, Kansas.

 

Making his professional debut on Mulole 29, Brooklyn mwiniyo Colbert will face off against the 25-year-old Pierce out of Newark, New Jersey.

 

An accomplished amateur who represented Cuba in the 2004 Olympic, Franco won a Junior World Championship in 2003. The 33-year-old, who now fights out of Miami, will take on the 26-year-old Sánchez out of Buffalo, New York.

 

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USNBC Champion Melson to speak to Lodi students!

New York, NY (Mulole 21, 2015) – Newly crowned WBC-USNBC 154 pound champion Boyd “Rainmaker” Melson will serve as a special guest speaker at Thomas Jefferson Middle School Friday, Mulole 22 in Lodi, NJ.

 

A 2003 West Point graduate, Melson serves as an Army Reserve Officer, donates 100% of his purses to Teamfighttowalk.com and works a full time job. Between his aforementioned commitments along with training and making weight, Melson’s had to overcome many difficulties both personally and professionally. As a professional boxer, the native New Yorker’s built an impressive 15-1-1 umboni ndi 4 yapambana ndi knockout. Pa May 8, he scored the biggest win of his career, dominating Mike Ruiz over 10 rounds to capture the WBC-USNBC championship.

 

During his speech, Melson will discuss what it’s like to get knocked down by life when pursuing dreams, how to stay focused on goals, choices in life and the different paths life could take a person based on those choices.

 

“I’m very thankful for the opportunity,"Anati Melson. “There are many kids that need the proper guidance or fuel to light their fire. I believe everybody has the potential to make something of themselves. What it comes down to is making the right choices and staying on track even when life throws you a curveball. My goal is to relate to these students and inspire them to stay focused while making smart choices for their futures.”

 

For more information on Boyd Melson and Team Fight to Walk, visit Teamfighttowalk.com

Undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez returns Friday night in Corona, California

Korona, MONGA (Mulole 21, 2015)Mawa night in Corona, California, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez returns to the ring for the third time in three months when he battles Miguel Tamayo in bout scheduled for six rounds at the Omega Products Outdoor Arena.
The bout will be on the undercard of the Boxcino finals where Lopez GH3 Promotions stablemate John Thompson takes on Brandon Adams in Jr. Middleweight championship bout.
Training went really well. I did a lot of sparring to get ready for Tamayo who is a southpaw,” Anati Lopez.
Lopez, who has a record of 11-0 with six knockouts will be fighting for the third time since March 13, is coming off of two consecutive 2nd round knockouts with the first being over undefeated Pablo Cruz that was nationally televised by ShoBox.
I feel good about keeping active and having fights to keep me busy. It is a good confidence boost to keep me active.
In Tamayo, he is fighting a guy that has 30 fights under his belts (16-12-2, 14 KO a) and has been in the ring with former world title challenger Cesar Seda, current world champion Gary Russell Jr and prospects Diego De La Hoya &McWilliams Arroyo.
He is a veteran journeyman. He fought guys like Russell and De La Hoya so it is a measuring stick and it will put me in a category that I should start getting more notice. I don’t care what the others did with him. I am just going out to do my thing and win the fight.
Even though the 24 year-old Lopez is from San Antonio, Texas, he has California roots and did not grow up far from Corona.
I am from California and not too far from Corona. I fought here as an amateur and am excited to fight here as a professional.
I am excited GH3 is keeping me active and have been fighting every month. This is exactly what I need to do. I am going to go out there and do my thing. I am excited and honored to be fighting on the Boxcino finals show and on the last ESPN Friday Night Fights card,”finished Lopez.
Said Lopez promoter Vito Mielnicki of GH3 Promotions, “We are happy to have Adam fight on this card. With John fighting in Boxcino, it gives Adam a chance to fight close to where he grew up and get him exposure on the West coast.
GH3 Zokwezedwa zimaonetsa undefeated Middleweight Antoine Douglas, Super Middleweight a Jerry Odom & Derrick Webster, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez komanso Jr. Middleweight John Thompson, Jr., undefeated Welterweight Jerrell Harris,undefeated Super Bantamweight Qa'id Muhammad, undefeated opepuka Oscar Bonilla, Heavyweight Natu Visinia ndi Kuwala Heavyweight Lavarn Harvell kwa GH3 Zokwezedwa khola.

Daniel Jacobs & Harold Weston Ring 8 Guest Speakers pictures

(L-R) – 2015 New York State Boxing Hall of Fame inductee Harold Weston and WBA middleweight champion Daniel Jacobs were guest speakers at last night’s Ring 8 monthly meeting. Former world middleweight champion

Vito Antuofermo is to the far right.

 

(photo by Stanley Janousek)

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Mphete 8 kwathunthu anachita kuti ntchito zochepa mwayi anthu nkhonya dera amene amafuna thandizo pa mawu ndalama lendi, zachipatala ndalama, kapena chirichonse zolondola kufunika.

 

Pitani pa mzere www.Ring8ny.com Kuti mudziwe zambiri za mphete 8, yaikulu kwambiri gulu la mtundu wake mu United States ndi zoposa 350 mamembala. Pachaka umembala amafuna yekha $30.00 ndipo aliyense amafunika ndi Zodzigawira chakudya pa mphete 8 pamwezi misonkhano, kupatulapo July ndi August. Onse yogwira boxers, ankachita masewera ndi akatswiri, ndi panopa nkhonya chiphatso kapena m'buku lakuti kwa kuyamikira mphete 8 pachaka umembala. Alendo a mphete 8 mamembala Masukani ku mtengo wa okha $7.00 pa munthu.

 

PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON NBC FIGHTER MEDIA WORKOUTS QUOTES & Photos

Dinani PANO For Photos From Carly Gillis Photography

Boston (Mulole 20, 2015) – Fighters took part in a media workout at The Ring Boxing Club in Boston Wednesday to kick off fight week for izi Loweruka a Premier Maseŵera a nkhonya odziwa pa NBC card at Agganis Arena that is headlined byAndre Dirrell vs. James DeGale with coverage starting at 4:30 p.m. AND/1:30 p.m. PT.

 

Matikiti yamoyo chochitika, amene amachitira DiBella Entertainment limodzi ndi Murphys nkhonya, ndi wogulira pa $250, $200, $100, $75, $50 ndipo $35, osati kuphatikizapo ntchito utumiki milanduyo misonkho, ndipo pa malonda tsopano. Tickets will be available at www.ticketmaster.com. Mlandu telefoni, kuitana Ticketmaster pa (800) 745-3000.

 

See here what the participants had to say Wednesday:

 

ANDRE DIRRELL

 

I always knew my day would come. I put in the work, I love this sport so I give it what I owe.

 

I’m happy to get a shot at another title. I’m not going to take it for granted. I’m going to put in my work and perform to the best of my ability and that will make me a world champion.

 

I’m glad to be getting in there with somebody who believes he can win. I want someone who will test me like I’ll test them. That’s a real championship fight.

 

I’m much hungrier than I was early in my career and I’m more focused mentally. With age comes wisdom. Everything I went through is all a blessing.

 

My goals are set and I’m going to accomplish every one.

 

JAMES DEGALE

 

Dirrell’s team is trying to get in my head. They must be scared. I’m wound up and I’m ready.

 

I’m obsessed with making history. It’s what drives me to work so hard in the gym and succeed in the ring.

 

It’s been a 16-week camp come fight night, so it’s been a long time. My body and mind feel ready to fight, I am so sharp and in a very good place.

 

He’s a tricky, talented, confident fighterhe believes in his ability. He said that he would not get beaten again in his career, and I am sure he believes that 100 peresenti. So you have two very confident fighters going into the ring lachiwelu.

 

I’m going to show everybody who I am. I’m driven to become the first Olympic gold medalist from the U.K. to win a world title and I’m doing it for my country.

 

Edwin RODRÍGUEZ

 

It’s an extremely important fight because it’s so close to my home.

 

I’m excited to be fighting on NBC. This is a great opportunity for me to be back at the elite level.

 

It’s important for me to get this win and get into a big fight against the best. I know I have to look impressive and that’s what I plan on.

 

Danny O'Connor

I was disappointed in my fight with Paulie Malignaggi dropping out but there are always positives and one of them is that I’m now fighting in my hometown of Boston.

 

I do a lot of work in and out of the ring to prepare for a fight. I’m full focused now on fighting Chris Gilbert.

 

I want to thank all the people who helped get me onto this card, including Murphys Boxing, I promise I’m going to put on a show come Loweruka.”

 

CHRIS GILBERT

 

“Ichi ndi yaikulu mwayi kwa ine. I’ve known about Danny since I started boxing and I’ve even been on a few cards with him.

 

Danny has been the top New England fighter in my division and you always want to compare your skills with somebody like him.

 

I was in Vermont and I’m always in top shape prepared to get a call to fight and this here is that big opportunity.

 

Gary “Kukwera” O'SULLIVAN

 

This is absolutely awesome fighting here and it’s a very important fight for me to go win.

 

When I knock out my opponent lachiwelu, I want to be the number one contender in the division and fight all the big names.

 

Ryan KIELCZWESKI

It’s awesome fighting in Boston in front of my home crowd with all of my friends, family and friends in attendance.

 

Fighting on the undercard of this huge event with so many great fights makes the experience even better and one I’ll never forget.

 

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The Loweruka, Mulole 23 edition of Premier Boxing Champions pa NBC Mawonekedwe Andre Dirrell (24-1, 16 Ko) ndipoJames DeGale (20-1, 14 Ko) in a 12-round super middleweight showdown and Edwin Rodriguez (26-1, 17 Ko) vs.Craig Baker (16-0, 12 Ko) in 10-round light heavyweight match up. Live coverage of this special Memorial Day weekend afternoon edition of PBC on NBC starts at 4:30 p.m. AND/1:30 p.m. PT on NBC and goes until 6:00 madzulo. NDI / 3:00 p.m. PT when the action switches over to NBCSN from 6:00 p.m. AND/3:00 p.m. PT until 7:00 p.m. AND/4:00 p.m. PT.

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