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Emmanuel Rodriguez will defend his WBO Latino belt against former world title contender, Luis Hinojosa in Hatillo, PR

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Rau Hnub vas xaum, Lub ob hlis ntuj 21, M/V Power Promotions and Fresh Boxing will be presenting the boxing event billed as ‘Rodriguez vs. Hinojosa’, which will take place at the Francisco ‘Pancho ‘Deida’ Coliseum of Hatillo , Puerto Rico starting at 7:00 PM.

In the featured bout, WBO Latino bantamweight title holder, Emmanuel Rodriguez ( 10-0, 6 KO's ) of Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, will defend his title against battle tested former world title contender, and current rated #10 by the World Boxing Association (WBA), Luis Hinojosa (26-8, 16 KO's) of the Dominican Republic in a 10-round scheduled clash.

At the beginning of his professional boxing career, 28-year-old Hinojosa only had one win in eight bouts. His seventh loss was against current world champion, Juan Carlos Payano in 2010. Txij thaum ntawd los, the rejuvenated Hinojosa made a 25-fight winning streak. During that path, he was crowned as the WBA Fedecaribe champion and later on, he captured the WBA Fedelatin belt.

In August 2014, the Dominican veteran went to Venezuela for the biggest fight of his career against localist, Yonfrez Parejo for the interim WBA World bantamweight title. Parejo defeated Hinojosa by TKO in the eleventh round in a close and exciting fight.

Meanwhile, Emmanuel ‘The Sensational’ Rodríguez, rated #9 yog tus WBO, and current WBO Latino Champion, scored an impressive first round KO victory over the two-time US National Champion, Miguel ‘No Fear’ Cartagena last October, 2014. Another notable victory for Rodríguez was in December 2013, against the very tough former world title contender, David Quijano, who lost by a wide unanimous decision.

The co-featured bout will be a duel of unbeaten lightweights between Juvenal ‘Gringo’ Ramos (2-0, 2 KO's) of Morovis, and Miguel Canino (4-0, 2 KO's) of Dorado in a 6 round bout.

In what is expected to be another exciting fight, Jesus ‘Chiquito’ Soler (6-1, 3 KO's) and Gustavo Ortiz (1-2) will face off for the third time to determine the winner of their trilogy. In their first brawl, Soler won by unanimous decision, but in the second one, Ortiz won by split decision in a war from beginning to end. Soler-Ortiz is scheduled for six rounds in the flyweight division.

The two-time National Champion, Miguel Alejandro Cruz ( 6-0, 5 KO's ) from Aguada, Puerto Rico will be making his first appearance as a pro-boxer in front of his fans in Puerto Rico against William Lorenzo ( 3-18, 1 KO's ) in a six round welterweight bout.

In four-round bouts, lightweight debutant, Nestor Bravo ( 0-0 ) vs. Nestor Ortiz (0-2), Adalberto ‘Adan’ Zorrilla (1-0, 1 KO) vs. Felix Perez ( 0-0 ) at the super bantaweight division. At junior welterweight, Emmanuel Class (2-1, 2 KO's) vs. Leonel Hernandez ( 0-0 ) and Bryan Pino ( 0-0 ) vs. Luis Soto (0-3). Pedro Marquez ( 0-0 ) vs. Joseph Santos (0-8) at featherweights, Alexis Padin (4-1, 4 KO's) vs. Luis Cuascut (0-10-2) at super featherweights.

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Marvelous Training Camp Begins! Sonsona Arrives in Vegas

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Former WBO Super Flyweight Champion “Marvelous” Marvin Sonsona (19-1-1, 15 KOs) arrived yesterday in Las Vegas to continue working with trainer Jun Agrabio, Sampson Boxing stablemate and fellow former world champion John Riel Casimero, as well as strength and conditioning coach Angel Heredia, for his upcoming fight against Puerto Rico’s Jayson “La Maravilla” Velez (22-0-1, 16 KOs).

 

Team Sonsona will be training at Roy Jones Jr.’s Gym.

 

Ranked #2 WBC, #5 WBA, #4 IBF and #12 WBO, Sonsona, will face Velez (ranked #3 WBC) in a final elimination bout to face champion Jhonny Gonzalez and in defense of his NABF Featherweight Championship.

 

While working with Agrabio, the 24-year-old Sonsona, of General Santos City, Philippines, has rededicated himself to his boxing career and the results have shown. He knocked out former world champion Akifumi Shimoda in three brutal rounds last February and then avenged his only loss, to Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. by way of a split decision victory in June.

“I’m very happy that Sonsona and Casimero are working together in Las Vegas, my hometown,” said the pair’s co-promoter, Sampson Lewkowicz of Sampson Boxing (along with Sammy Gello-ani), and I’m looking forward to having two more champions for my promotional company in the very near future.”

 

Casimero, from Cebu City, Philippines, is currently waiting to face the winner of the upcoming IBF flyweight title fight between current champion Amnat Ruenroeng and China’s Zou Shiming in March.

 
ABOUT SAMPSON BOXING

After a very successful run as a matchmaker and adviser, Sampson Lewkowicz switched over to the promotional side of professional boxing in January 2008.

Sampson Boxing has grown into one of the world’s most prestigious promotional firms, representing many of the world’s best fighters and most promising young contenders.

Sampson Boxing has promotional partners all over North and South America, Africa, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Central America and Sampson Boxing events have been televised on such premiere networks as HBO, Showtime, ESPN, VS. and several international networks.
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Championship Title Boxing from Resorts World Casino to air Live on CBS Sports Network on Saturday, Lub ob hlis ntuj 14

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Derric Rossy to battle Akhror Muralimov for IBF North American Heavyweight title & undefeated Mike Lee takes on Gary Tapusoa for the UBF All America’s title; Plus Mike Lee to pull double duty as guest commentator
For Immediate Release

Poj vaj, NY (Lub ob hlis ntuj 6, 2015)–Rau hnub Saturday Night, Lub ob hlis ntuj 14 Sal Musumeci’s Final Forum Boxing will promote a very special night of Boxing, Championship Title Boxing from the Resorts World Casino New York City, which will air LIVE on CBS Sports Network at 10:30 PM ET.
In one main event, Perennial Heavyweight contender Derric Rossy (29-9, 14 KO's) will take on undefeated Akhror Muralimov (16-0, 13 KO's) in a 10-round bout for the IBF North American Heavyweight title. In a co-main event, the popular & undefeated Mike Lee (13-0, 7 KO's) yuav tua Gary Tapusoa (6-3-1, 5 KO's) in a 6-round bout for the UBF All America’s title.
After Lee gets done with his bout, he will join ringside commentators Bob Sheridan and Benny Ricardo as a special guest announcer for the Rossy – Muralimov bout.

 

“I am excited about this bout & excited about joining the commentators for the main event,” said the undefeated Lee.

 

“I look forward to commentating on such a prestigious network.”

 

Rossy of Medford, NY has faced and beaten some of the top Heavyweights in the world such as Gary Bell (22-3-1), Shannon Miller (14-2), Edward Gutierrez (15-3-1), Former Heavyweight champion Ray Mercer (35-6-1), William Shahan (7-0), Carl Davis Drummond (26-1), Alexis Mejias (10-2), Ian Lewison (6-1-1), Travis Walker (39-8-1), and Joe Hanks (21-1).
Rossy, 34 years-old is coming off a highly disputed majority decision defeat to current IBF number-two ranked Heavyweight Vyacheslav Glazkov on Lub yim hli ntuj 9 in Bethlehem, PAJ.
Muralimov of Houston, Texas by way of Toytepa, Uzbekistan is looking for a signature win as he already has wins over previously undefeated Olanrewaju Duradola (9-0) and Nate James (9-2).
In his last bout, Muralimov scored a 2nd round stoppage over Jason Bergman on Lub Xya hli ntuj 26 in Washington, PAJ.
Lee of Chicago is popular throughout the country particularly with fans from his alma mater Notre Dame and is also known as a star of several Subway commercials.
Tus 27 year-old turned pro in 2010 and has wins over undefeated Peter Lewison (6-0), as well as a 6-round majority decision over Paul Gonsalves on Lub Xya hli ntuj 25 in his hometown of Chicago.
To find out more on Mike Lee, click www.mikeleeboxing.com
Tapusoa of Independence, MO has faced 4 undefeated fighters and has a win over Nick Guivas (4-0-1).
An additional television bout will be announced at a later date.
Also slated to appear on the off-tv portion card are Super Middleweight Devaun Lee (3-1, 1 KO) of Jamaica, Poj vaj, NY; Cruiserweight Armin Mrkanovic (6-2, 3 KO's) of Queens, NY; Cruiserweight Dave Valykeo (4-3) of Neptune, NJ; Middleweight Henry Beckford (0-1) of New York and pro debuting Phillip LeGrand.
Tickets for this great evening of boxing can be purchased at www.rwnewyork.com los sis www.etix.com.
1st Bout is at 8 PM with the doors opening at 7 PM
Resorts World Casino New York City is located at 110-00 Rockaway Blvd, Jamaica, NY
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Rising Jr. Lightweight Frank De Alba headlines on Saturday, Lub ob hlis ntuj 21 at the Econo Lodge in Allentown, PAJ

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Plus undefeated Juan Dominguez, Christian Molina, Robert Irizarry, John Magda and Ivan Golub
Allentown, PAJ (Lub ob hlis ntuj 6, 2015)–Rau hnub Saturday hmo ntuj, Lub ob hlis ntuj 21, rising Jr. Lightweight Frank tsib Alba will headline a special night of boxing at the Econo Lodge in Allentown and is promoted by Kings Promotions.
Tsib Alba ntawv nyeem, PA has a record of 14-1-2 nrog 5 knockouts thiab muaj yeej lawm 12 in a row and is undefeated his last 16 outings.
Tus 27 year-old turned professional in 2011 and has wins over Andrew Bentley (1-0) & Benjamin Burgos (1-0). He won the UBF All Americas Super Featherweight title with a 5th round stoppage over Pablo Batres and defended it in his last bout with an 8-round unanimous decision over Jess Carridine in October 4 in Valley Forge, PAJ.

De Alba’s opponent in the scheduled 8 round main event will be announced shortly.
In the 8-round co-feature, undefeated Super Bantamweight Juan Dominguez will take on an opponent to be named.
Dominguez of Brooklyn, NY has a record of 17-0 nrog 11 knockouts.
Tus 28 year-old has wins over Gabriel Gomez, Arturo Santiago for the New York State Bantamweight title, Geyci Lorenzo for the WBA Fedecaribe Super Bantamweight title & Camilo Perez (9-1). In his last bout Dominguez scored an 8-round unanimous decision over German Meraz on Hlis ntuj nqeg 12 in Chicago.

In 8-round bouts:
Super Middleweight John Magda (8-0, 6 KO's) ntawm Rutherford, NJ will take on an opponent to be named.

Ivan Golub (5-0, 4 KO's) of Brooklyn, NY will take on an opponent to be named in a Jr. Middleweight bout.
In 6-round Bouts:

Israel Suarez (4-4-2, 1 KO) of Luquillo, PR will fight an opponent to be named in a Featherweight bout

Danny Kelly (6-1-1, 5 KO's) ntawm Washington, DC will take on an opponent to be named in a Heavyweight bout.
In 4-round bouts:

Christian Molina (3-0, 2 KO's) of Allentown, PA will fight Gerald Smith (3-2, 1 KO) ntawm Philadelphia, PA in a Jr. Welterweight bout.

Robert Irizarry (2-0-1) of Cherry Hill, NJ will battle Benjamin Burgos (2-10-1) of Mount Pocono, PA in a Featherweight bout.
Christopher Booker of Philadelphia will make his pro debut against an opponent to be named in a Middleweight bout.
Jonathan Williams (0-3) of Allentown, PA will square off with Shawn Sutton (0-3) of Norristown, PA in a Welterweight bout.

Tickets for this great night of boxing are $45 for General Admission and $60 for Ringside and can be purchased by clicking: www.kingsboxing.eventbrite.com or by calling 610 587 5950

The Econo Lodge is located at 1151 Building Drive in Allentown, PAJ
boxing, HBO Boxing

ANTONIO OROZCO WITHDRAWS FROM SCHEDULED BOUT AGAINST EMANUEL TAYLOR

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FRANKIE GOMEZ ANNOUNCED AS CO-MAIN EVENT ON THURSDAY, MARCH 12 FROM THE FREEMAN COLISEUM IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS TELEVISED LIVE ON

HBO LATINO® BOXING

LOS ANGELES (FEB. 5) – Undefeated Mexican brawler Antonio “Relentless” Orozco (21-0, 15 KOs) will have to wait to make his 2015 debut. Orozco was injured on Monday, FEB 2. when he suffered a deep cut near the right eye while sparring during training camp. His personal doctor determined the cut was too deep in dimension and would not heal fast enough for his scheduled bout on March 12. Orozco withdrew from participation as the co-main event for Francisco “El Bandido” Vargas (21-0-1, 15 KOs) versus “Wild” Will Tomlinson (23-1-1, 13 KOs) from the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas on Thursday, Lub peb hlis ntuj 12th, airing live on HBO Latino beginning at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT.

 

Orozco was scheduled to face the well-known, tough punching Emanuel “Tranzformer” Taylor (18-3, 12 KOs) in a 10-round junior welterweight co-main bout promoted by Golden tub Promotions in association withStar Boxing.

 

“I was prepared and excited to go up against Emanuel Taylor on March 12. I know that facing him and beating him would have been a grand debut in 2015,” said Orozco. “I am very disappointed in the outcome and now need to heal and be ready for a fight as soon as possible.”

 

Tus Golden tub Promotions thiab Leija*Battah Promotions event will go on with the announcement ofFrankie “Pit Bull” Gomez (18-0, 13 KOs) of Los Angeles, Calif. as the co-main event in a 10-round welterweight bout against an opponent yet to be announced.

 

Frankie “Pit Bull” Gomez, is a tough fighter from East Los Angeles. Fighting in his first bout in almost a year, Gomez is ready to take on any fighter that will face him and take him to the next level in his career. Undefeated, the super lightweight prospect most recently fought Orlando Vazquez at the Stub Hub Center, in Carson, Calif. in April and won by knockout in the second round of their scheduled 10-round bout. Later in July, Gomez went the distance against Vernon Paris at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino winning by unanimous decision.

 

Vargas vs. Tomlinson, is a 10-round WBO International and NABF Junior Lightweight bout is promoted by Golden Boy Promotions and Lejia*Battah Promotions. The HBO Latino Boxing two-fight telecast begins at 9:45 p.m. ET/PT is sponsored by Corona Extra and Mexico – Live It To Believe It!. The Freeman Coliseum doors will open at 4:30 p.m. CT and first bout begins at 4:45 p.m. I.

 

Tickets priced at $150, $100, $50, thiab $25 plus applicable taxes and service charges and are available for purchase at www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations, by calling 800-745-3000, or in person at the Freeman Coliseum/AT&T Center SE Box Office, Monday – Hnub vas Xuv 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., or through Leija*Battah Promotions by calling (210) 979-3302 or emailing m@leijabattahpromo.com.
boxing, Gleason's Gym

Next Club Show at Gleason’s is Saturday, February 14th 2015

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We are looking for boxers to compete. We will put on juniors and seniors that are not involved with the Golden Gloves

 

 

If you wish to compete, please contact our matchmaker Jieun Lee at matchmaker@gleasonsgym.net or text her at 917 858 3955.

All matchmaking is done by email or text.

 

All our bouts are sanctioned by USABoxingMetro. All boxers must have their boxing book with them in order to participate.

 

The weigh-in for this show will begin at 4:00PM and the first bout will begin at 6:00PM.

 

 

The ticket price is $20 ib tug neeg twg. Children 6 and under are not charged. All gym members and registered amateurs with their books in hand pay $15 ib tug neeg twg.

 

 

P.S. If you can’t make it but still want to see the fights, they’ll be streaming at

Gleason’s Gym website: www.gleasonsgym.net

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Watch Wladimir Klitschko’s First world title defense from 2001 Monday night on Fight Network USA

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NEW YORK (FEB. 5, 2015) — This coming Monday hmo ntuj (FEB. 9) tom 11:30 p.m. LI, Fight Network USA will air the great Wladimir “Dr. Steelhammer”Klitschko’s first world heavyweight title defense, ntawm 2001 against challenger Derrick “D-Train” Jefferson, as part of its InterBox Classics Series. Klitschko vs. Jefferson will be replayedHnub, FEB. 10 (9 a.m. LI) on Fight Network.

 

Fight Network is the world’s premier combat sports network dedicated to 24/7 coverage, including fights, fighters, fight news and fight lifestyle. The channel is available in the U.S. on Cablevision in parts of New York, Connecticut and New Jersey, Texas-based Grande Communications, Armstrong Cable in Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio, as well as on Shentel Cable in Virginia, West Virginia and portions of western Maryland. Fight Network is also on Roku set top boxes throughout America and streaming live on website KlowdTV.com.

 

Klitschko captured his first world title by defeating World Boxing Organization (WBO) defending champion Chris Byrd, by way of a one-sided 12-round decision, five months prior to Klitschko’s aforementioned March 24, 2011 title defense in Munich, Germany against Jefferson.

 

On the eve of his 25th birthday, the 1996 Olympic gold medal-winning Klitschko (35-1) destroyed Jefferson (23-2-1), who was dropped three times for a technical knockout in the second round.

 

Klitschko (63-3, 53 KOs) will defend his WBA Super, WBO, IBF and IBO world titlesTim 25 against undefeated Bryant Jennings (19-0, 10 KOs) at the famed Madison Square Garden in New York City.

 

Demand Fight Network if your cable or satellite provider doesn’t offer it!

INFORMATION:

 

www.FightNetwork.com

 

Twitter & Instagram @fightnet

 

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Lub ob hlis ntuj 13 Thaum tshav kub Mohegan thiab nyob rau ntawm tus ESPN Hnub vas Xuv Hmo ntuj Fights

 

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boxing, Premier Boxing Champions, Ntsia hlau loj TV

PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS DEBUTS ON SPIKE TV ON FRIDAY, MARCH 13 AT CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA IN ONTARIO, CALIF.

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TWO ACTION-PACKED WELTERWEIGHT MAIN EVENTS TO FEATURE:

ANDRE BERTO VS. JOSESITO LOPEZ

SHAWN PORTER VS. ROBERTO GARCIA

ONTARIO, CALIF. (FEB. 4, 2015) – Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) is set to make its debut on Spike TV with a can’t-miss double main event on Friday, Lub peb hlis ntuj 13 from Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, Calif. culminating with a welterweight showdown between hard-hitting Andre “The Beast” Berto (29-3, 22 KOs) and the always exciting Josesito “Riverside Rocky” Lopez (33-6, 19 KOs).

 

The first main event of the evening will see the return of former welterweight champion Shawn “Showtime” Porter (24-1, 15 KOs) facing off against the dangerous Roberto “La Amenaza” Garcia (36-3, 23 KOs).

 

Tickets for the live event priced at $150, $100, $75, $50 thiab $25, not including applicable service charges and taxes are on sale now and are available for purchase atwww.axs.com (Nyem qhov OS to purchase tickets).

 

The televised action on Spike TV begins at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the West Coast) thiab 6:00 p.m. PT in the arena!

 

“Fighting on the Premier Boxing Champions series on Spike TV is huge for all of us and for the sport of boxing. This is going to take all of us to a whole different level and give us the chance to become household names,” said Berto. “Fighting on free television is what made guys like Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran and Marvin Hagler huge stars and I’m ready for my chance to do the same. I can’t wait to start this next chapter of my career and you’re going to see a new and rejuvenated Andre Berto on March 13th on Spike TV so make sure to tune in.”

 

“This is definitely going to be the fight of my life and I’m excited,” said Lopez. “I’m looking forward to all of my local fans being there to witness a great victory. I’m fighting a really good fighter in Berto, but every fighter is dangerous. I know I have to prepare even better than ever. On March 13, I expect a big crowd because I’m fighting so close to home and my fans have been so supportive wherever I fight. I’m confident that I’m going to give the fans in attendance and on television a great performance.”

 

“The opportunity to fight on Spike TV and show my skills in front of millions of people is very exciting. Being a part of the first PBC event on Spike TV is an honor,” said Porter. “My opponent has a great record and he’s a veteran. He’s strong and durable and he’s going to be a ready when he gets into that ring. I expect it to be a very tough fight, but a great fight. Of course, I expect to win and I expect to look very good doing it.”

 

“I’m grateful that I’m going to be part of something that is going to be great for this sport and that is being on the first PBC event on Spike TV,” said Garcia. “Shawn Porter is a great world class fighter. He is the kind of fighters that you need to beat to be seen at the ‘A-level’ in boxing. This is the fight that can change my career and my life. I’m already training as hard as I can. I’m giving it everything I have in the gym so I can give everything I have on March 13.”

 

“We’re thrilled to be a part of this extraordinary event on Spike TV,” said promoter Tom Brown. “These two fights will undoubtedly provide non-stop action for the fans in the arena and those watching at home.”

 

A former two-time welterweight world champion and 2004 Haitian Olympian, Andre Berto is consistently one of boxing’s most exciting fighters, which will be on display in a big way when he appears on Spike TV March 13. Fully healed from a shoulder injury suffered during his thrilling 2013 bout with Jesus Soto Karass, the Winter Haven, Fl. native most recently wiped out Steve Upsher in September 2014, one day before his 31st birthday. Now he looks to continue his ascent back to the top of the division when he takes on Lopez.

 

A noted fan favorite for his exciting style and ability to triumph against the odds, the 30-year-old Josesito Lopez has won three straight fights since his exciting and courageous efforts against Canelo Alvarez and Marcos Maidana in 2012 thiab 2013. The Riverside, Calif.-native made a major name for himself with an upset victory over Victor Ortiz in 2012, which truly reinforced his “Riverside Rocky” nickname. Lopez looks to pull off another upset when he takes on Berto on Spike TV.

 

An athletic marvel, Sean Porter is eager to return to the ring after dropping a majority decision to Kell Brook in August 2014. Porter came into that fight undefeated, after having taken down two of the best fighters in the division. Porter dominated Devon Alexander in December 2013 on his way to a unanimous decision victory. He followed that up by overpowering former two-division champion Paulie Malignaggi with a fourth round stoppage in April 2014. The Akron, Ohio native looks to get back in the win column when he takes on Garcia on March 13.

 

A veteran of the sport for nearly 15 xyoo, Roberto Garcia is looking forward to appearing on Spike TV to re-introduce himself as a contender at 147-pounds. Born in Mexico, but having moved to Weslaco, Texas at a young age, Garcia was able to pile up enough wins to eventually earn himself a shot at former world champion Antonio Margarito. While he lost that decision, Garcia has won eight-straight including his two most recent wins over Breidis Prescott and Victor Manuel Cayo. Garcia gets another chance on March 13 when he takes on a tough and ready Porter.

 

A full night of exciting undercard bouts will be announced shortly.

 

PBC on Spike TV, will take place Friday, Lub peb hlis ntuj 13 at Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, Calif. The event will air live on Spike TV at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT (delayed on the West Coast) thiab 6:00 p.m. PT in the arena.

 

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Roc Nation Sports signs Mexican prospect, Miguel ‘Zurdo’ Sanchez

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The undefeated and promising Mexican prospect, Miguel ‘Zurdo’ Sánchez from Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico has signed with Roc Nation Sports and is now a member of the long list of elite boxers and athletes that have signed with the newly developed sports promotional company which was founded in spring of 2013, and launched their boxing division in August of 2014. Roc Nation Sports was founded by none other than the successful, and famous singer, artist, song writer, producer, and now boxing’s newest promoter, Jay Z.

Tus 25 years old Sanchez ( 9-0, 7 KO's ), who is campaigning in the welterweight division ( 147lbs ), trains at the ‘House of Boxing Training Center’ gym located in San Diego, California under the tutelage of veteran trainer, Carlos Barragan, who also trains the undefeated junior welterweight, Antonio Orozco.

“I am very satisfied with my team and with myself because of all the hard work we do”, stated Miguel Sanchez, who added, “In less than a year, and with less than 10 fights, I signed with a huge company that is giving me full support, and in return, I will do the same in the gym by training as hard as I can. I will not disappoint my people or the opportunity that Roc Nation Sports has given me”.

Sanchez is managed by Benjamin Lieblein and Alfredo Rodriguez.

“We are pleased to announce this major step in Sanchez’s career. He is expected to have his pro-debut under the Roc Nation Sports banner in March”, said co-manager Benjamin Lieblein, who continued, “In the year 2015, the boxing fans will know for sure who ‘Zurdo’ Sanchez is”.

More details on Miguel Sanchez’s next fight will be available soon.