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555 MEDIA PRESENTS: “CHAMPIONING MENTAL HEALTH: A NIGHT OF BOXING” — A BASH BOXING PROMOTION

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CHARITY BOXING EVENT SET TO FEATURE A SLATE OF TALENTED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PROFESSIONALS

Televised Live on DAZN | Jeudi, Mai 22, 2025 | Avalon Hollywood

LOS ANGELES (Avril 30, 2025) - 555 Media Agency, in partnership with Bash Boxing, proudly announces “Championing Mental Health: A Night of Boxing,” a special charity event dedicated to mental health awareness in the sport. The event will occur on Jeudi, Mai 22, 2025, at the historic Avalon Hollywood et broadcast live on DAZN.​ The event will feature a slate of talented boxers from the Southern California area, y compris Jonny “Magic” Mansour (4-0, 2 KOs), Ricardo Ruvalcaba (13-0-1, 10 KOs), Jessie Mandapat (9-1-1, 5 KOs) et Vic Pasillas (17-1, 10 KOs).This groundbreaking evening aims to raise funds and awareness for mental wellness initiatives supporting boxers and the boxing community. In collaboration with Athletes for Hope et la World Boxing Council (WBC), the event will provide ​all competitors participating with one year of free access to therapy through Athletes for Hope.”My vision was to create a platform that unites powerful voices and resources to change the trajectory of mental health in boxing,” dit Anthony Girges, Founder of 555 Media Agency & Athlete’s Choice Advisory. “This isn’t just a night of boxing; it’s about recognizing that professional boxers are human and deserve accessible support and resources for their mental wellness. I’m honored to have the support of Athletes for Hope and the WBC, two organizations truly committed to this mission. Ensemble, we’re using the power of boxing to shine a light on one of this generation’s greatest struggles. I’m grateful to all our partners, especially our anchor sponsor, Alleviate Tax, for helping make this historic night possible.”

Les tickets sont en vente maintenant et disponible à www.555media.com/tickets. The event will be broadcast live on DAZN à 10 p.m. HE / 7 h, heure. PT, bringing this critical cause to a global audience.​The main card will feature San Diego’s Jonny “Magic” Mansour (4-0, 2 KOs), a rising star with over 50 combats amateurs. Mansour is set to compete in a 6-round, lightweight attraction against 24-year-old Christian Avalos (3-2-2) of Carson City, Nev. Mansour, 24, made his professional debut in May 2024 when he secured a dominant unanimous decision victory over the experienced Anel Dudo in front of his hometown at the Pechanga Arena. As he prepares for his fifth outing in just over a year, Mansour looks to follow up on his impressive first-round knockout victory over Markus Bowes last month.Born in Los Angeles and fighting out of Redwood City, Calif., Vic Pasillas (17-1, 10 KOs) is set to step inside the squared circle for the first time in 2025. The 33-year-old Pasillas was one of the top amateur boxers as he came up the ranks, earning 25 national amateur titles and 272 victoires. Vicious will square up against 36-year-old Carlos Jackson (20-2, 13 KOs) d'Atlanta, by way of Anniston, Ala., in an 8-round, featherweight attraction.

Ricardo Ruvalcaba (13-0-1, 10 KOs) de Ventura, Calif., takes on 32-year-old Argentinian Luis Alberto Veron (20-10, 9 KOs) in a high-stakes, 8-round welterweight matchup. Ruvalcaba holds an impressive professional record with 13 victories and 10 KO, a KO percentage of nearly 77%. The 24-year-old Ruvalcaba trains out of the world-famous Wild Card Boxing gym in Hollywood under legendary trainer Freddie Roach and has worked alongside stars of the super lightweight division, including Ryan Garcia and Elvis Rodriguez.Rounding out the initial slate of announced matchups, 26-year-old southpaw Jessie Mandapat (9-1-1, 5 KOs, 2 Caroline du Nord) of Anaheim, Calif., is set for action against 24-year-old Jose Antonio Sampedro (13-2-1, 7 KOs), of Queretaro, Mexique. The two face off in an 8-round attraction in the super bantamweight division.

ADDITIONAL QUOTES FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS AND PARTNERS:​

“Mental health is a top priority for the WBC, and we are proud to support the upcoming event for Mental Health & Boxing to be held on Thursday, Mai 22, 2025, at the Avalon Hollywood. Our proud mental health ambassador, legendary champion Mia St. Jean, will be present along with special activations in support of this majestic event. Let’s all join together and make this a special night.”
- Mauricio Sulaiman, Président, World Boxing Council (WBC)​

“Mental health is at the forefront of everything that we do at Athletes for Hope. Taking care of our mental health helps us build resilience, maintain healthy relationships, and lead balanced lives. Athletes for Hope and its thousands of athlete members are proud to join 555 Media and Athlete’s Choice Advisory to support this important event and the mental health of boxers, and people, from all walks of life.”
- Jason Belinkie, PDG, Athletes for Hope​

“After promoting so many of the original “Hollywood Fight Night” boxing shows in Hollywood, I am excited to return to my hometown and promote a special show that focuses on raising awareness to the very often ignored and overlooked aspect of mental health and wellness in the boxing industry. Together with 555 Médias, we will continue to build on the long history of star-studded boxing events in Hollywood.”
- Steve Bash, Bash Boxing

“En 2014, the WBC and WBC Cares joined with the USA Congressional Mental Health Task Force. We are grateful to Congresswoman Grace Napolitano and Mía St. John for bringing us together. Every May our athletes wear the green ribbon and dedicate their fights in our 176 countries to Mental Health Awareness. Mental Health is the core mission of WBC Cares.”
- Jill Diamond, WBC Cares Global Chair

“As the Chief Wellbeing Officer for Athletes for Hope, I believe it’s crucial to spotlight the mental health of boxers. Studies indicate that one in four people will struggle with mental health issues each year, and this is often magnified in high-intensity sports like boxing. The physical demands are well-known, but the mental resilience required is often overlooked. It’s time we break the silence and ensure boxers have the support they need to thrive both inside and outside the ring.”
- Dr. Mena Mirhom, Chief Wellbeing Officer, Athletes for Hope​

For More Information:
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World Boxing Council
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CALEB PLANT VS. ARMANDO RESÉNDIZ & Jermall Charlo VS. THOMAS LAMANNA VIRTUAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & VIDEO

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Fighters Preview Respective Showdowns Co-Headlining

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LAS VEGAS - Avril 24, 2025 -Former super middleweight world championCaleb usineand Mexican knockoutArmando Reséndiz, plus two-division championJermall Charloand veteran contenderThomas "Cornflake" LaMannapreviewed their respective showdowns during a virtual press conference on Thursday before they co-headlinePBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video Samedi, Mai 31 from Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Plant will defend his Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title in the main event against Reséndiz, while Charlo begins his super middleweight campaign against LaManna in the co-main event of action beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT.

The show will stream exclusively on Prime Video for all Prime membersin the United States and select countries.Join today or start a free 30-day trial to catch the championship card.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now throughAXS.com.

Voici ce que les combattants avaient à dire jeudi:

CALEB PLANT

“Expect fireworks. Me and my team have been grinding hard and once that bell rings, I’m gonna step on him.

“Armando thinks he can beat me, and that’s enough to piss me off. He knows what’s coming to him.

“I’m not gonna be distracted from the fight that’s in front of me. It’s happened so many times where fighters get so worried about the next fight, and they don’t win the fight in front of them. I’m not letting that happen. Armando is coming to take my spot, but I’m not gonna let that happen.

“The first thing on my mind is to put on a great performance on May 31. I want Charlo, Edgar Berlanga, Jaime Munguia, Diego Pacheco, and anyone else who’s up there. Then I’ll end up where I’m supposed to be. I’m gonna pick them off one by one.

“Some fighters lose and their confidence is shattered. Maybe their confidence was fake to begin with. A loss has never made me think I couldn’t do what I’m capable of. I take those experiences and learn to make adjustments, which a lot of fighters aren’t able to do.

“Experience isn’t something you can buy or borrow. You have to walk through the fire. I’ve been on the biggest stages in boxing. Each time you get those experiences, you take it over to the next fight.

“I’m too strong, I’m too fast and I’m too slick for Armando. I have a great team with me. We’re the A-Team. We’re coming to win and we’re going to win.

“I have the desire to win and the desire to be a champion. Even with the success I’ve had, that desire doesn’t dim at all.

“I feel strongly that you should have fun doing what you love to do. Boxing is the place where I can let go. Quand cette cloche sonne, that’s when I can be myself.”

ARMANDO RESENDIZ

"J'ai vraiment hâte de ce combat. I’m in excellent shape because I’m facing an elite fighter who’s accomplished a lot. My dream has always been to fight against the best and this is making my dream come true. We’re going to give the fans a great fight.

“I know that Caleb remembers me from those sparring sessions. I believe it was right before the Canelo fight. I know that I have the tools to overcome this challenge.

“I think Caleb has some selective memory about our sparring. They took me out of the gym for a reason. I’m gonna show him exactly how much I’ve grown on May 31.

“I don’t care about anyone else but my team and my family. I’m here making my dreams come true. I’m a Mexican fighter and people are gonna see what I’m capable of. It’s not because I think I can win, it’s because I know I can win.

“Training camp has been going great and I’ve had really good sparring sessions. I’m feeling really confident and I’m ready to get it on.

“Like the Mexican fighter that I am, I always put my best foot forward. I believe in what I can do. My career has had highs and lows, but I’ve realized that there’s no opponent that I will fear.

“The fights that I’ve had in the past will allow me to be even stronger this time around.”

Charlo JERMALL

“This is gonna be a fight. I gotta do what I always do. He’s gonna come at me and make it a fight. I expect the best out of him and I’ll be ready to make the adjustments.

“Thomas LaManna is standing in the way of my goals and my dreams. But I’m ready to stand in the paint with him.

“I’m ready to get back in the ring. Those two years actually helped me. They made me better. Not only have I not taken damage, but they’ve made me stronger.

“I’m back at 100%. I feel stronger and better. I’m fully back. My team is better and everything is falling into place perfectly. I got Houston back on my back. I can carry them now.

“There’s bigger fish to fry. I just hope Thomas can go back to his family happy after.”

THOMAS LAMANNA

“We’re gonna shock the world on May 31. That’s what we’re coming to do.

“I’m glad this fight is finally here. The timing is right and I’m excited and ready. We’ll both be in that ring and ready to rumble.

“He is who he is in this sport. He’s been off for a while, but he’s never lost. This is the biggest fight of my life and I’ve been training like it.

“I’ve gotten a lot more experience since I fought Erislandy Lara. The best lesson in life is experience. Every day you get better. I’ve gotten more comfortable with these last nine wins.

“Once the call came for this fight, I answered. I’m here to write my own legacy.”

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Promotions de Toro, Inc. Flexion de ses muscles lourds dans le monde de la boxe

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LOS ANGELES (Avril 3, 2025) - Promotions Toro, Inc. a construit une écurie de poids lourds qui fait du bruit tout autour du monde de la boxe.  

«Quand je vois le même vieux, Les noms lourds fatigués sont en cours d'exécution du mât, encore et encore, Je ris juste,"Le matchmaker des États-Unis Whit Haydon a dit. «Ce groupe de poids lourds s'intègre non seulement sur la scène mondiale et est plus capable de combler un vide évident dans le talent, mais injectera également une vie gravement nécessaire à ce qui est pour la plupart périmé. »

La semaine dernière en Arabie saoudite, Le coup de poing de Tostne «M.. T ”rogava (11-0, 8 KOs) et Dante Stone (18-1, 12 KOs) Les deux knockouts enregistrés lors de la ronde préliminaire de la première saison de Rydah / Grand Prix de boxe WBC.

Maigre, un olympien ukrainien né en Géorgie, a utilisé une attaque corporelle dévastatrice pour arrêter son adversaire australien, Lewis Clarke (6-2, 3 KOs), avec un corps tiré sur le 2:32 marque de la première ronde, tandis que la pierre (18-1, 12), se battre de Chandler, Arizona, a prolongé sa séquence de victoires à 18 avec un KO au deuxième tour de l'Indalesio Teran (3-1-1, 1 KO), du Mexique.

Tostne et Stone se sont avancées vers le tour de 16 en Juin.

Le tournoi d'élimination unique est diffusé en direct exclusivementwww.dazn.com/wbc. Cela a commencé avec un total de 128 combattants en quatre classes de poids – poids plume, super léger, moyens, et des poids lourds.

Tous les combattants sont soumis à des tests de dépistage aléatoires conformément au programme de boxe propre de la WBC, ainsi que l'engagement de la saison de Riyad envers les tests de VADA.

Le premier tour de 32 Les matchs avaient prévu des épisodes de six coups, qui passera à huit pour les tours finaux dans chaque division, et les combattants participants représentent plus que 40 pays du monde entier / en plus du $200,000 Pourse du gagnant, Les quatre gagnants de division recevront le trophée Jose Sulaimán, Nommé d'après feu le président de la WBC Jose Sulaimán, qui envisageait d'abord un Grand Prix de boxe basé sur les prospects il y a plus de dix ans.

Il y a une notation ouverte après les deuxième et quatrième tours, Un buzzer sonne 30 secondes avant la fin de chaque tour, La relecture instantanée peut être mise en œuvre, et aucun tirage n'est garanti.

En attendant, Kingsley, née bien atarté, née au Nigéria, «The Black Lion», Ibeh (15-2-1, 13 KOs), combats de Phoenix, est de rouler une séquence de victoires de 10 combinaisons. Le 6 ’4″, 285-Pound ancien collège (Université de Washington (Époustouflant, KS) et joueur de football professionnel (Canadian Football League) se prépare à se battre à nouveau en juin.

Alexander «The Great» Flores (19-5-1, 17 KOs), de Rowland Heights, Californie, n'a perdu que trois champions du monde — Joseph Parker, Charles Martin, et Luis Ortiz - en plus de Rogava et de Stone. Flores est revenue plus tôt ce mois, déchargeant un crochet gauche sensationnel sur le menton qui a endormi Alex Ajabor 1:18 marque.

Bien qu'un autre poids lourd invaincu, Gurgen "Big Gug" Hovhannisyan (8-0, 7 KOs), n'est pas promu par Toro, Il est géré par Vartan Torosyan, qui gère également Rogava, Et son frère est le promoteur de Toro, Azat Torosyan. Le 6 ’7”, 300-livre arménien boxeur assommé Dajuan Calloway (11-3) au cinquième tour le week-end dernier. Le Temple de la renommée Joe Goossen entraîne Hovhannisyan et Rogava.

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SALITA PROMOTIONS ADDS TWO MORE ELITE WORLD CHAMPIONS TO STAR-STUDDED ROSTER

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Reigning IBF Light Heavyweight Champion Lani Daniels and WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Che Kenneally Join Reigning, Undisputed World Champion Claressa Shields and Super Middleweight Champ Franchà partir den Crews-Dezurn as Leading Ladies of Salita Promotions
DETROIT (Avril 24, 2025) – Salita Promotions today announced the signing of reigning IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion Lani Daniels (11-2-2, 1 KO) and WBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Che Kenneally (5-0, 2 KOs) as the latest additions to an elite group of female boxers on the roster. Joining the most decorated female fighter of all time, and one of the most decorated male or female fighters in history, Undisputed Heavyweight World Champion Claressa Shields, and newly signed Unified Super Middleweight World Champion Franchón Crews-Dezurn, Salita Promotions continues to build the strongest women’s roster in boxing.

“We are deeply committed to advancing equality in boxing by creating real opportunities for women to compete, succeed, and inspire on the world stage,», A déclaré Dmitriy Salita, Président de Promotions Salita. “Signing elite champions like Lani Daniels and Che Kenneally reflects our belief that women’s boxing deserves the same investment, visibility, and respect as the men’s game. We are proud to support their journey and help shape a future where talent and determination define success.”

Coined “The Smiling Assassin,” Daniels began her professional boxing career in 2017. Securing the ANBF Australasian Heavyweight title in 2023, Daniels earned a world title opportunity against Alrie Meleisea that same year for the IBF Heavyweight World title and won. After defending the belt once against South Africa’s Razel Mohammed, Daniels challenged for the IBF Light Heavyweight title against Desley Robinson. Winning the title bout via majority decision, Daniels made history by becoming the first New Zealand born fighter to win two world titles, as well as win two world titles in different weight divisions. Currently on the strength of seven-straight victories, Daniels has proven to be a fighter inside and outside of the ring. At 14-years-old, Daniels tragically lost her younger brother to leukemia, sending her down a troubled path with drugs and suicidal thoughts. Championing the importance of mental health, Daniels has become an inspiration for her home country as she continues to set records.

Following a masterclass performance in front of her hometown of the Gold Coast to win the vacant WBA Light Heavyweight title, the 6’0” tall Kenneally, 30, continues to shine and now joins Salita Promotions’ impressive slate of women’s champions. Making her professional debut in 2023, Kenneally trains out of Fiteklub Gold Coast alongside world-rated fighters including Demsey Mckean, Troy Pilcher, Brumo Tarimo and Alexander Devyatov. Salita Promotions and Fidel Tukel’s FK Events Australia will co-promote Che Kenneally’s bouts.

Boasting a roster that additionally includes undefeated world #1-ranked super lightweight Samantha Worthington, world #2-ranked featherweight Caroline Veyre, et #1 super bantamweight prospect and first woman to represent Puerto Rico in the Olympics Ashleyann Lozada, Daniels and Kenneally join Salita Promotions at a time when Promoter Dmitriy Salita increases his investment in women’s boxing.

À PROPOS DES PROMOTIONS SALITA: Salita Promotions a été fondée en 2010 par Dmitriy Salita, un boxeur professionnel et un challenger au titre mondial qui a vu la nécessité d'une entité promotionnelle pour présenter les meilleurs jeunes espoirs de boxe et des prétendants établis en Amérique du Nord et dans le monde. Viewers watching fighters on worldwide television networks including SHOWTIME, HBO, ESPN, Spike TV, Réseau sportif universel, UFC Fight passe, DAZN, ESPN + et MSG ont apprécié l'action de combat de Salita Promotions ces dernières années. Nous sommes fiers d'offrir à nos combattants des opportunités à l'intérieur et à l'extérieur du ring. Salita Promotions a hâte de continuer à se développer et de répondre aux besoins des fans de combat du monde entier.
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Gloves Off: Gervonta “Tank” Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr. Debuts Today on Prime Video

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The sixth Installment ofGloves Offexplores the backstories of two world champions whose journeys collide at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York for a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video sur Mars 1
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NEW YORK—February 14, 2025— Today, Prime Video announced the release of Gloves Off: Gervonta “Tank” Davis vs Lamont Roach Jr., the sixth installment of the compelling docuseries. This two-part series delves into the preparation for the anticipated 12-round lightweight world championship bout set for Saturday, Mars 1 au Barclays Center.

Boxing superstar and reigning WBA Lightweight World Champion Gervonta “Réservoir” Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) will defend his title against WBA Super Featherweight World Champion Lamont Roach (25-1-1, 10 KOs) in the main event of a stacked PBC Pay-Per-View on Prime Video card.

The 30-year-old Davis from Baltimore and 29-year-old Roach from Washington, À courant continu, previously met as amateurs and now face off for Tank’s World Lightweight belt.

Narrated by Barry Pepper, the program takes fans beyond the ring, blending footage of the fighters’ lives, familles, and training camp activities as excitement builds for this prime-time encounter in Brooklyn.

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Salita Promotions and Puerto Rico’s Fresh Productions Spotlight Jr. Welterweight Contenders on March 1 Carte de combat

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Main Event: IBF Jr. Welterweight World Title Eliminator

Subriel Matías vs. Gabriel Valenzuela

Samedi, Mars 1 * Fajardo, Puerto Rico * Live on DAZN

Tickets on sale now atTicketera.com

DETROIT(Février 13, 2025)- Salita Promotions etFresh Productions have announced the addition of several surging contenders, including two pivotal jr. welterweight title bouts added to the event headlined by Puerto Rican knockout specialistSubriel Matías(21-2, 21 KOs) and Mexico’s hard-hittingGabriel Valenzuela(30-3, 17 KOs) in an IBF Junior Welterweight World Title Eliminator.

Puerto Rico resident and WBO No. 3 classé aspirantAlfredo Santiago (16-2, 7 KOs) et invaincuNestor Bravo (23-0, 16 KOs), Non classé. 6 dans la WBA, will both be in action in separate bouts onSamedi, Mars 1, survivreDAZN. The winner of each 140-pound bout will position himself for a world title shot, none more significantly than in the main event, where the winner will earn the mandatory position to face reigning IBF Champ, Richardson Hitchins.

Also announced today, making his anticipated professional debut is Puerto Rico’sYandiel Lozano and Salita Promotions promising heavyweight prospectPryce Taylor (6-0, 4 KOs) de Brooklyn, N. Y..

Returning to Puerto Rico for the second time in five months, Salita Promotions has continued to explore the rich boxing talent residing on the island, much like the company has done the past two years in the state of Michigan. With a proven track record of discovering talent throughout the greater Detroit and Flint, Michigan, region, Salita Promotions PresidentDmitriy Salitacontinues to give up-and-coming and rising talent a global platform to perform.

“We provided a path and platform for many fighters to earn recognition and achieve their dreams,« Il a dit Dmitriy Salita. “From solidified world champions like Claressa Shields to budding stars like Ardreal Holmes Jr., Salita Promotions continues to mine for the next super stars of boxing throughout Michigan and now we are doing the same in Puerto Rico. Stars from the Caribbean Island such asMiguel Cotto, Félix Trinidad, etJuan ‘John John’ Molina have all paved the way for the prospects we will be showcasing on March 1.”

The co-main event will see the WBO NABO Jr. Welterweight Title on the line as Santiago, who hails from the Dominican Republic, meets fellow countrymanJavier Fortuna(39-5, 28 KOs). Santiago, 30, returns to the ring on the heels of a statement first-round TKO victory over Mexico’s Pedro Campa in November 2024. Currently on the strength of three straight victories, Santiago captured the WBO NABO Jr. Welterweight Title last June when he defeated Angel Fierro via unanimous decision, et Mars 1, Santiago will attempt to defend his title for the third time. Starting his impressive career off with an undefeated record of 12-0, Santiago earned a shot against former Undisputed Lightweight World Champion Devin Haney for the WBC Lightweight World Championship in November 2019. While coming up short, Santiago has proven that he belongs in the upper echelon of the Jr. Welterweight Division.

“This is a great opportunity to showcase the level I am at,”A dit Santiago. “I have worked hard, I’m in my best shape, et Mars 1 à Fajardo, I’m going to give it my all in the ring. I respect Javier Fortuna, but he will find out that he’s facing a true warrior. I’m ready for any version of him that shows up in front of my people in Fajardo. I’m going to go to war and take the victory.”

Entering his second bout in just over two months, the 35-year-old Fortuna will compete in Puerto Rico for the first time. Comme son adversaire, Fortuna is coming off an impressive TKO victory defeating Jonatan Mariano in December 2024. Boasting a staggering 28 KO à son nom, Fortuna held the WBC Continental Americas Lightweight Title in 2019 and challenged former IBF Super Featherweight World Champion Joseph Diaz in 2021 for the WBC Interim Lightweight World Title.

En outre, undefeated Nestor Bravoand South Africa’sPrésentez vos excuses à Ndongeni(32-6, 19 KOs) will collide for the vacant WBA Intercontinental Jr. Welterweight Title. Hailing from Arecibo, P.R., Bravo will return to action after nearly a year away from the ring. Dans sa dernière sortie, Bravo scored a second-round knockout victory over Carlos Manuel Portillo. Following a decorated amateur career with numerous national and international tournament wins, Bravo turned professional in 2015 when he defeated Nestor Ortiz via knockout. Previously holding the WBC Latino Lightweight Title and the WBO NABO Super Lightweight Title, Bravo pursues another belt when he faces his toughest test to date in Ndongeni.

Recently challenging for the vacant WBO Latino Lightweight Title, Ndongeni looks to insert himself back into the win column against Bravo. A tenured competitor, Ndongeni has held the WBF International Featherweight Title, IBO International Lightweight Title, and WBF Lightweight Title. With ample experience against undefeated prospects, Ndongeni aims to give the rising Bravo his first defeat.

Kicking off the night live on DAZN and in a quick turnaround, Brooklyn, N.Y.’s Pryce Taylor returns to action against Arizona’sTrevor Kotara(4-3-1, 1 KO) following his second-round knockout victory over Jerell Nettles on February 2. A promising heavyweight prospect, Taylor signed with Salita Promotions in November 2024, and has since gone 2-0 under the banner, both victories coming by way of knockout. Standing at 6-foot-4, Taylor is a former collegiate basketball player and has won two New York Golden Gloves title.

Enfin, Puerto Rico’s own Yandiel Lozano will make his much-anticipated professional debut. The silver medalist at the World Youth Championships, a four-time champion of the Bert Sugar Tournament, Florida Junior Silver Gloves champion, and two-time Puerto Rican National Champion, Lozano steps into the star-studded featherweight division after a solid amateur career.

“Fajardo is filled with pride as it welcomes home two of its greatest warriors of the ring,” said José Aníbal Meléndez, Mayor Autonomous Municipality of Fajardo. “Subriel Matías, born and raised in our town, returns to the ring to once again prove why he is one of the most outstanding figures in world boxing. Alongside him, another great champion from Fajardo, Alfredo ‘Ojo’ Santiago, will be defending his title, proudly representing our city. For Fajardo, this event is not just a sporting spectacle but a celebration of the determination, discipline, and talent that define our athletes.”

À PROPOS DES PROMOTIONS SALITA: 

Salita Promotions a été fondée en 2010 par Dmitriy Salita, un boxeur professionnel et un challenger au titre mondial qui a vu la nécessité d'une entité promotionnelle pour présenter les meilleurs jeunes espoirs de boxe et des prétendants établis en Amérique du Nord et dans le monde. Viewers watching fighters on worldwide television networks including SHOWTIME, HBO, ESPN, Spike TV, Réseau sportif universel, UFC Fight passe, DAZN, ESPN + et MSG ont apprécié l'action de combat de Salita Promotions ces dernières années. We pride ourselves on offering our fighters opportunities inside and outside the ring. Salita Promotions looks forward to continuing to grow and serve the needs of fight fans around the globe.

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UNIFIED WBC & WBO 154-POUND WORLD CHAMPION SEBASTIAN FUNDORA FACES TOP CONTENDER CHORDALE BOOKER HEADLINING PBC CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ON PRIME VIDEO SATURDAY, MARS 22 À Las Vegas

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Rising Mexican Star Jesus Ramos Jr. Battles All-Action Contender Kevin Salgado in All-Mexican Co-Main Event Live from Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas

Rising Middleweight Contender Elijah Garcia Duels U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha Kicking Off Action at8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT

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LAS VEGAS (Février 11, 2025) - Unified WBC and WBO Super Welterweight World Champion Fondora Sebastian «The Towering Inferno» will step into the ring to make the first defense of his world titles as he takes on top contender Chordale Booker tête d'affiche PBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video l'action samedi, Mars 22 from Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

En cas de co-principal, rising Mexican star Jesus Ramos Jr. will battle all-action contender Kevin Salgado in a 10-round all-Mexican super welterweight showdown, plus exciting rising middleweight contender Elijah Garcia duels veteran contender and U.S. Olympien Terrell Gausha in the 10-round opening bout.

The event will begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 h, heure. PT, with the action streaming exclusively on Prime Video for all Prime members in the United States and select countries. Join today or start a free 30-day trial to catch the championship card. Known for delivering memorable toe-to-toe action every time he steps into the ring, Fundora will compete as a world champion for the first time as he takes on the talented WBO No. 5-ranked contender Booker in this high-stakes clash with multiple titles on the line.

Les billets pour l'événement en direct, qui est promu par Promotions TGB, Sampson Boxing and Mayweather Promotions, will go on sale Thursday, Février 13 à 10 a.m. PT sur AXS.com. Pre-sale tickets are AVAILABLE TOMORROW, Mercredi, Février 12 à partir de 10 a.m. PT jusqu'à 10 p.m. PT sur AXS.com with code: PBC

“Sebastian Fundora sits atop the stacked super welterweight division and will no doubt be looking to put on a show when he defends his world titles against the dangerous highly-rated contender Chordale Booker topping this great event on Prime Video on March 22,” said Tom Brown, Président de TGB Promotions. “This is a tremendous style matchup between the forward-charging attack of Fundora and the slick counterpunching of Booker and will make for great back-and-forth. Combined with a surefire action fight between Jesus Ramos Jr. and Kevin Salgado and a toss-up fight between Elijah Garcia and Terrell Gausha, everything is in place for another memorable fight night in Las Vegas.”

“Sebastian ‘The Towering Inferno’ Fundora will be better than ever in his first fight as a defending unified world champion,»A déclaré Sampson Lewkowicz de Sampson Boxing. “The whole Fundora family works so hard to be where they are and they deserve their success. Chordale Booker is a good fighter with real skills, but he won’t be able to take Sebastian’s power.”

**SEBASTIAN FUNDORA VS. CHORDALE BOOKER**

Standing nearly six-foot-six, Fondora Sebastian «The Towering Inferno» leapt into the championship ranks after earning a decision over Tim Tszyu last year, and will now defend his WBC and WBO 154-pound world titles against the WBO No. 5-ranked and WBC No. 14-ranked super welterweight contender in Chordale Booker as they top the March 22 event in a 12-round attraction.

Fundora (21-1-1, 13 KOs) rocketed to the top of the super welterweight division with a fan-friendly style and bruising toughness in the ring that helped him emerge victorious from a grueling and bloody battle against Tszyu last March. A native of Coachella, Californie, Fundora notably showed his mettle in April 2022, battling the hard-hitting Erickson Lubin in an instant 2022 Fight of the Year contender. Despite both men hitting the canvas, Fundora stood tall in the end, prompting Lubin’s corner to stop the fight at the end of the ninth round.

The 27-year-old has defeated a slew of contenders throughout his career, with his only defeat coming to Brian Mendoza in 2023. Fundora represents one of boxing’s most accomplished families, as he is trained by his father Freddy alongside his younger sister, undisputed flyweight world champion Gabriela. The two fighting Fundora’s are the first brother and sister to simultaneously hold world championships.

“I’m preparing really hard to defend my unified WBC and WBO world titles on March 22 à Las Vegas,» A déclaré Fundora. “Everyone can expect to see me prepared and ready to leave it all in the ring like I always do. ‘The Towering Inferno’ is back, and I’m coming to take out everyone in my way.”

Fighting out of his native Stamford, Connecticut, Booker (23-1, 11 KOs) enters this fight on a six-fight winning streak that includes four stoppage victories that have helped him rise up the rankings and earn his first world title opportunity. Since a 2022 loss to Austin Williams, Booker has dominated his competition, y compris un 2024 campaign that saw him defeat veteran contender Greg Vendetti in February before stopping Brian Damian Chaves in round three of their June clash.

The 33-year-old also owns triumphs over a litany of tough contenders including Wale Omotoso and VeShawn Owens. Avant de passer pro en 2016, Booker put together a sensational amateur career that included gold medals at the U.S. National and Golden Gloves championships, in addition to a bronze medal at the U.S. Olympic trials that earned him an alternate spot for the 2016 U.S.. équipe olympique.

“I’ve done everything I could to get here, and it’s a testament to what my foundation represents – going the distance,”A déclaré Booker. “I’ve gone the distance to make it to this fight. I’ve taken fights on short notice, fought for less and always kept pushing forward. Maintenant, 15 years into my boxing journey, I’m stepping into the biggest fight of my life. This moment means everything and it’s proof that hard work and perseverance pays off.”

**JESUS RAMOS JR. VS. KEVIN SALGADO**

Dans le co-main event de 10 rounds, one of the sport’s brightest rising Mexican stars will return to action as Jesus Ramos Jr. looks to continue his climb up the stacked 154-pound division when he battles the all-action contender Kevin Salgado in an explosive all-Mexican battle. After coming up on the wrong end of a contested decision against top contender Erickson Lubin in September 2023, Ramos (22-1, 18 KOs) has returned in style with back-to-back stoppages. Most recently he blasted out the former unified champion Jeison Rosario in the eight-round of their February 1 match.

A native of Casa Grande, Arizona, Ramos had worked his way up the rankings by defeating a slew of contenders including Brian Mendoza, Javier Molina, Vladimir Hernandez and an emphatic stoppage of the then-unbeaten Joey Spencer. Trained by his father Jesus Sr., and the nephew of veteran contender Abel, the 23-year-old Ramos entered the Lubin fighting having stopped seven of his last 10 adversaires.

“I’m thrilled to be stepping back into the ring on March 22,” said Ramos. “One of my main goals this year was to increase my activity and this opportunity aligns perfectly with that ambition. Kevin Salgado is a formidable fighter known for his resilience and determination, and that should make for an electrifying night of boxing. Coming off an extended training camp, my conditioning is at its peak. Now our primary focus is to develop a strategic game plan tailored to Salgado’s unique style so that we can secure the victory.”

Originaire de Mexico, Salgado (17-2-1, 10 KOs) is the younger brother of former super featherweight champion Juan Carlos Salgado and now fights out of San Antonio, Texas. Salgado enters this with two consecutive stoppage victories following an April 2023 decision loss to Elijah Garcia. The 27-year-old turned pro in late 2016 and delivered knockouts in six of his first nine outings. After scoring three-straight knockouts between September 2019 and February 2021, Salgado returned to the ring in October 2021 to defeat Ricardo Banuelos Cernas by unanimous decision before fighting Bryant Perrella to a split-draw in his U.S. ses débuts en Avril.

Salgado bounced back from a September 2022 defeat to Joey Spencer by knocking out Gilberto Flores in the first round of their December 2022 choc.

“This is an important opportunity and I’m coming to make the most of it,” said Salgado. “I have a strong opponent, but I’m going to be the best version of myself when the fight comes. Sur Mars 22 I will do whatever it takes to get my hand raised.”

**ELIJAH GARCIA VS. TERRELL GAUSHA**

The opening attraction will see the return of a rising star in the 21-year-old Elijah Garcia, who seeks to bounce back from his first career defeat and return to his championship trajectory in a 10-round middleweight fight against the always tough veteran Terrell Gausha, who has stood up to a litany of top fighters throughout his career.

Fighting out of Phoenix, Arizona, García (16-1, 13 KOs) steps back into the ring after dropping a close split-decision last June against middleweight contender Kyrone Davis. Garcia had previously burst onto the scene as a teenager by earning three impressive victories in 2023. He kicked off that memorable campaign in March with a knockout of the previously unbeaten Amilcar Vida and followed that up with a pair of performances on the undercards of two of the biggest events of the year.

He first defeated Kevin Salgado on the Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia pay-per-view in April before knocking out Armando Resendiz on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo pay-per-view in September. The precocious García has moved fast since turning pro in 2020 and knocked out seven of his last nine opponents heading into the Davis fight.

“I’m not just ready for this fight, I’m ready to dominate,”A déclaré Garcia. “I’m excited to get back in the ring and unleash everything I’ve been working on in camp. The addition of Bob Santos and his knowledge and wisdom that he’s shared with our team is a game changer. His expertise and guidance are going to take us to new heights and propel us to the next level. We’re not just looking to win, we’re looking to make a statement.”

Un membre de la 2012 U.S.. équipe olympique, Gausha (24-4-1, 12 KOs) est né à Cleveland, Ohio, mais se bat maintenant d'Encino, California and is trained by the renowned Manny Robles. He most recently dropped a competitive decision to reigning WBC Middleweight World Champion Carlos Adames in their June 2024 titre mondial de lutte.

Prior to facing Adames, Gausha had won back-to-back bouts as he knocked out Brandyn Lynch in March 2023 before winning a decision over KeAndrae Leatherwood in September of that year. Gausha has faced top competition throughout his career, having fought former champion Austin Trout to a draw in 2019 in addition to decision losses against WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy Lara, former world champion Tim Tszyu and top contender Erickson Lubin.

“I’m excited to get back in the mix,Dit Gausha. “I’m always working and staying ready for any opportunity. Sur Mars 22 people will know why I’ve been at this level for so long. I’m going to make a statement for sure.”

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L'avenir de la boxe Marco « El Tiburón » Romero Kansas, 18 ans, des super-moyens revient sur le ring

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Ce soir à Portland, MOI
Kansas City, Mai. (Novembre 7, 2024) - Vingt-trois fois champion national amateur, 18-Marco "El Tiburón" Romero, espoir des super-moyens du Kansas, âgé d'un an (3-0, 2 KOs), revient ce samedi soir sur les lieux de ses débuts professionnels réussis en juin dernier à Portland, Maine, 1,300 miles au nord-est de sa maison à Overland Park, Kansas.

Un agent libre promotionnel, Romero affronte Orlando « El Marro » Salgado (3-5, 2 KOs) dans un combat en quatre rounds sur une carte promue par le Portland Boxing Club de Bobby Russo dans l'Exposition Building de Portland.

"J'ai eu mon premier combat professionnel là-bas et j'aime les gens de Portland, surtout Bobby Russo (qui est également président des National Golden Gloves),”A dit Romero. «J'ai adoré la foule, tout le monde était si accueillant, disant, « Allez KC. » Il y a une bonne énergie et je ne pourrais pas être plus reconnaissant.

Romero, qui fêtera son 19e anniversaire en novembre. 19, est un boxeur et un jeune homme spécial. Le dernier 12 les mois ont été un tourbillon absolument incroyable pour lui en boxe.

Parce qu’il n’avait pas atteint l’âge obligatoire de 18 encore, et sa catégorie de poids (super-moyens) n'était pas inclus dans 2024 Boxe olympique, Romero n’a jamais sérieusement envisagé d’attendre une chance de conquérir les États-Unis. Équipe olympique. Plutôt, ses yeux étaient rivés sur le prix de devenir un combattant professionnel.

Dernière Décembre, Romero a remporté les honneurs aux prestigieux championnats nationaux de boxe des États-Unis à Lafayette, Louisiane, suivi de près en mettant cela à profit pour remporter une médaille d'or aux 2024 Tournoi national des Golden Gloves à Détroit.

En tout, à la fin 12 mois, il était 9-0 en compétition amateur, dont trois aux Nationals et cinq aux Golden Gloves, plus trois victoires professionnelles pour un remarquable 12-0 record (trois pro et 8 en compétition amateur nationale d'élite) pendant cette période relativement courte.

Le plan Romero a toujours été de clôturer son incroyable carrière amateur en remportant les Nationals et les Golden Gloves., au cours de laquelle il a également été nommé boxeur le plus remarquable, connu sous le nom de Golden Boy Award, et puis je deviens pro. Mission accomplie!
(L-R) – Le président national des Golden Gloves, Bobby Russo, et Marco Romero avec sa ceinture Golden Gloves et le Golden Boy Award)

«J'aurais aimé combattre aux JO," il expliqua, "parce que tout le bien, les jeunes boxeurs étaient là, et nous (U.S.. hommes) n'ai pas remporté de médaille d'or olympique depuis Andre Ward en 2004. Mais je ne me suis pas retourné 18 jusqu'à deux semaines avant le (Paris) Les Jeux olympiques et ma catégorie de poids n'y étaient pas disputées.

"En ce moment, Je suis dans un nouveau voyage en tant que pro. Honnêtement, il n'y a pas trop de différences entre les amateurs et les pros. Les pesées ont lieu juste avant le combat chez les amateurs et la veille chez les pro.. Je n'ai aucun problème à me battre sans casque ou avec des gants plus petits. Pour moi, il n'y a vraiment pas de grandes différences. Je suis né pour me battre!”

Romero se décrit comme un gros frappeur qui lance chaque coup de poing avec de mauvaises intentions.. Il est très explosif avec l'intelligence du ring, capable de punir son adversaire en le brisant jusqu'à ce qu'il abandonne parce qu'il ne peut subir aucune punition supplémentaire ou s'endormir.

Dans le coin de Romero se trouve une légende à part entière, 77-John Brown, ans, qui est l'entraîneur en chef et le manager de Marco, dans le même rôle qu'il a joué pour le champion du monde des poids lourds Tommy Morrison (48-3-1, 42 KOs) depuis ses jours d'amateur jusqu'à son premier 39 combats professionnels, 1988 à 1993. Le point culminant, bien sûr, était la décision unanime de Morrison en 12 rounds contre George Foreman pour le poste vacant de l'Organisation mondiale de boxe (WBO) titre des poids lourds.

Brown n’a clairement pas besoin d’être dans le coin de Romero pour survivre; cependant, John sait que Marco est un combattant spécial avec un énorme potentiel., et il a juré de l'amener au sommet de la montagne de boxe.
"Je suis vraiment enthousiasmé par cet enfant,»Brown a fait remarquer, "et mon travail consiste à faire en sorte qu'il réussisse pour lui-même et pour sa famille. Marco est un enfant extraordinaire. Il a de l'expérience en boxe 10 ans et 135 combats amateurs. Il a une belle apparence et une bonne personnalité, grand sens de l'humour, parle très bien l'anglais et l'espagnol, maturité au-delà de ses années, et une éthique de travail difficile à trouver en boxe.

« Il a soif de réussir dans la vie et sait que la boxe est le moyen d’y parvenir.. Et il est avec les bonnes personnes qui n'ont pas besoin de nourrir les gens. Tout peut mal tourner, comme des blessures ou des maladies., mais tout est là pour lui et un chemin clair. En termes de potentiel, Marco appartient à une classe rare au sein d'une famille mexicaine-américaine typique., tricot serré et en expansion. Il respecte tout le monde et Marco est un talent unique dans sa vie.

Brown sait qu'un champion de boxe a besoin d'une équipe de soutien à ses côtés. Romero a ça et bien plus encore. En plus de Brown, l'équipe est composée du père de Marco, Salvador, qui a encouragé son fils à devenir boxeur dès l'âge de sept ans, et il est resté avec Marco à chaque étape de son parcours de boxe. Brown a également fait appel à l'un de ses anciens champions amateurs, Sergio Florès, qui est un homme d'affaires très prospère. Flores gère les aspects difficiles de l'entraînement physique nécessaires au succès sur le ring ainsi que le travail des mitaines pour aider Marco à garder les compétences aiguisées..

Les fans présents au spectacle de ce samedi soir à Portland peuvent regarder en arrière dans quelques années et dire qu'ils ont vu l'avenir de la boxe., Cadre "El Tiburon" Romero, quand il n'était qu'un jeune espoir de 18 ans qui commençait sa mission vers la grandeur.
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Subriel Matías Headlines “Taínos vs. Aztecas” card Tonight in Bayamón

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Bayamón, Puerto Rico – Competitive fights are what the company Fresh Productions Boxing will offer by way of the “Taínos vs. Aztecas” card, happening this Saturday, November 9th in the Rubén Rodríguez Coliseum in Bayamón.

Every fight of this event will be Puerto Ricans against Mexicans as a tribute to the legendary, relevant, and exciting rivalry of the sport.

Dans l'événement principal, former world champion Subriel Matías “el Orgullo de Maternillo” (20-2, 20 KOs) will face the dangerous Roberto “El Rifle” Ramírez (26-3-1, 19 KOs) du Mexique, in a duel of punchers, prévue pour 10 rondes dans la division poids welter junior (140 livres).

Roberto Ramírez:

“Thank you all for being here. I’ve come prepared and ready for a war, to represent Mexico and to give a good show in front of those present for this event of ‘Haitians’ against Mexicans”, comments that caused laughter among those on hand.

Subriel Matías, classé #5 par l'IBF:

“Haha! He called me ‘Haitian’. This is the end, haha. Tout d'abord, I thank God for this opportunity following my defeat on June 15th. I’m active five months since that fight. I want to say so many things, but really, I want my next performances to speak for me, and I’m the pride of Maternillo, I’ll see you all on Saturday, and this is ‘Taínos vs. Aztecas’”.

Promoter Juan Orengo:

“Five competitive fights are what this card features, à partir de 7:00 p.m. Ici, we go straight to it. None of these fights will be easy. Anyone who knows Fresh Production Boxing’s style knows that our fights are not easy. Ce samedi, expect mayhem of the good kind”.

En cas de co-principal, Bayamon’s Jeyvier Cintrón (12-1, 6 KOs), the only Puerto Rican boxer to participate in two Olympics, looks to climb up to the top 15 in the 118-pound rankings as he faces Rashib Martínez (23-3-1, 11 KOs) de Monterrey, Mexique, for the vacant WBO International title in a 10-round bout.

Jeyvier Cintrón:

“I’m happy with this opportunity. I came in top shape for this fight. I trained according to the opponent I’ll face off against. I believe many know it’s no myth that I was laying low for a long time and now I’m coming back with more hunger. Everyone will see that there will be Jeyvier for a long time. I still feel a desire to bring glory to Puerto Rico. They say you got to reach the bottom to see glory and that’s what’s been handed to me. I went through tough times, and on Saturday, I’ll show what I’m capable of”.

Rashib Martínez:

“Thank you to the promotion company for the opportunity. Fighting in Puerto Rico is a source of pride and more so as part of a card that represents this rivalry of Puerto Rico vs. Mexique. This fight against Jeyvier is my ticket to launch me for bigger things. I come thoroughly prepared physically and mentally, and I will give a great performance. Thank you to my manager Sergio Reina for getting me to this point”.

As if that were not enough, the recent WBO NABO champion at 140 livres, and ranked #8 by the organization, Alfredo ‘Ojo’ Santiago (15-2, 6 KOs), from Fajardo, will defend his title against Mexican Pedro ‘La Roca’ Campa (36-3-1, 24 KOs), from Sonora, Mexico in a 10-round fight.

Aussi, in a battle that promises plenty of action, Cidra’s Abimael “Manos de Piedra” Ortiz (10-1, 5 KOs) will face Mexican world contender Kevin “El Chacal” González (27-1-1, 14 KOs) of Sinaloa in the 122-pound division, slated for 10 tours.

Pour ouvrir la diffusion, former Puerto Rican national champion Luis Rodríguez (13-0, 11 KOs) of Toa Alta, will battle Mexican Marcos “Zurdo” Vázquez (20-1-1, 10 KOs) in the super middleweight division.

Tickets are on sale on Ticketera.com

The event will be broadcast byPPV.COM, one of the leading platforms in live broadcasts under the pay-per-view model (PPV). This event will also be available via all cable and satellite providers.

The residential fee for the PPV is $39.95. It’ll also be available on Closed Circuit in Puerto Rico, USA, et Canada.

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Boxing’s next great boxing trainer Julian Chua is a rising star in the gym, ring and corner

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Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez isChua’s first true world champion
(L-R) – Jesse Vargas, head trainer Julian Chua and two-time World Champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez

LOS ANGELES (Novembre 6, 2024) -- One of the hottest young trainers in boxing is Julian Chua, even though he still hasn’t received the high-level respect he deserves from many boxing fans and promoters.

When Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (46-1, 30 KOs) dethroned previously undefeated World Boxing Association (WBA) Cruiserweight World Champion Arsen “Feroz” Goulamirian (27-0, 19 KOs) ce passé Mars, Chua’s stock took off because “Zurdo” is the first world champion the 33-year-old Chua developed into a world champion.

The journey Chua took to become the head trainer of “Zurdo,” who is only two months younger than Julian, was unusual, Pour dire le moins. At that time, Ramirez was 39-0 and the first of Mexican heritage to be world super middleweight champion, as well as a promotional free agent. “Zurdo” and his manager, David Suh (3 Gestion des points – 3PM), were conducting a search for a new head trainer and the list included some of the top coaches in the country. Chua was a relatively unknown commodity outside of southern California who at that time was training fighters at the famed Wildcard Gym in Hollywood (COMME) under Hall of Fame Trainer Freddie Roach (he had also trained Chua when he was an amateur boxer from Indiana).

En 2018, Suh reached out to Chua to inquire if he’d be interested in training Ramirez, adding that he was also speaking with several other top names. D'abord, Ramirez really didn’t know who Chua was, at least, until they met at a coffee shop in Santa Monica to get to know each other. After that meeting, Ramirez gave Julian a chance to train him. The rest, bien sûr, is part of modern-day boxing history.

“We clicked right away,” Chua added. “We learned things about each other and how we liked to train. I’ve always studied a lot and did some research about how he had been trained because I wanted to help him improve. I was getting four fighters ready in L.A. and ‘Zurdo’ couldn’t go there for sparring. I told him that I couldn’t leave these fighters to go and train him in Long Beach. We still wanted to work with each other and ‘Zurdo’ made it work. I went to Long Beach (where Ramirez trained at Hill Street Boxing & Fitness Gym) twice a week and he came to Wildcard three times.”

Chua made his debut at Ramirez’ new head trainer in 2019, when Ramirez moved up in weight to fight as a light heavyweight, stopping Tommy Karpency in four rounds. COVID-19 restrictions adversely affected Ramirez’ activity, but he learned and improved by continuing to work with Chua in the gym. “Zurdo” signed a promotional contract with Golden Boy Promotions, gaining added exposure fighting on the DAZN, and he reeled off four more consecutive victories through the middle of 2022, after which he lost for the first time in his pro career to WBA World Light Heavyweight Champion Dmitry Bivol (20-0), au moyen d'une décision en 12 rounds.

Ramirez decided that it was time to move up another division to cruiserweight because he was walking around at 200 livres. Octobre dernier, Ramirez made his cruiserweight debut, albeit at a 193-pound catchweight, against former world light heavyweight champion and Bernard Hopkins conqueror Joe Smith, Jr. (28-4). “Zurdo” won a unanimous 10-round decision to become the mandatory challenger for Goulamirian.

“’Zurdo’ is the first world champion I’ve ‘built’ but I’ve been brought in to work with some world champions on their weaknesses – Regis Prograis, Steph Fulton and Alycia Baumgardner,” Chua commented. “It’s a lot more difficult that way because you can’t really have an impact in only two or three months. I’ve been working with ‘Zurdo’ for five years and I’ve had it good. He has a lot of natural talent and has always been a smart fighter, but he picked ‘nuts-and-guts’ too often in his decision making. He didn’t need to get hit so much even though he has a great chin. He has such a beautiful style and he’s so intelligent.”

“He’s such a natural. Mexicans are uppercut kings. I noticed that, defensively, Arsen didn’t move his head or feet much. He was so wide that he was open up the middle for uppercuts, left or right, and that was our master plan. We worked on ‘Zurdo’ not throwing his uppercuts from too far away. He had been wide but, in this fight, he smothered his opponent inside. He did a lot of technical work and he’s always been a versatile fighter. I have him boxing more off his back foot. He could bully opponents with his size at 168, but he doesn’t have that same physical luxury to impose his size at cruiserweight. He’s using his boxing skills more.”

Chua admits he cherished Ramirez capturing the WBA crown, professionally as well as personally. And he also believes “Zurdo” can become the first Mexico-born heavyweight world champion, the same as he was as world super middleweight and cruiserweight champion.

“It meant the world to me,” Chua spoke about ‘Zurdo’ becoming the WBA Cruiserweight World Champion. “The expression on my face when they announced the scores showed how much it meant to me. I’m still fighting for my respect with fans and promoters, especially after the Bivol fight. ‘Zurdo’ is too slick. I believe in this guy! I can see him moving up to heavyweight, but I want to clean up some more things defensively. Sometimes he keeps his head too low, and I don’t want him testing his chin so much. Depending on who the heavyweight champion is when he’s ready, I believe he can be heavyweight champion of the world with his activity so slick and prioritizing his defense. We’re going to double down. As Abel Sanchez (Goulamirian’s trainer) said at the post-fight press conference, he didn’t think ‘Zurdo’ was so slick, offensively and defensively.”

Chua is preparing “Zurdo” to take on WBO Cruiserweight Chris Billam-Smith (20-1, 13 KOs) in a unification match on November 16e in Riyadh, Arabie Saoudite.

In addition to several mixed-martial-arts fighters, Chua is also the head trainer for pro boxers such as WBA world super flyweight challenger and WBA #6-rated John “Scrappy” Ramirez (13-1, 9 KOs), undefeated Hawaiian middleweight prospect Jordan “The Patriot” Panthen (9-0, 8 KOs), 2012 Ukrainian Olympian welterweight Taras Shelestyuk (19-0-1, 11 KOs), undefeated New York City welterweight Arnold Gonzalez (15-1, 7 KOs), Armenian super bantamweight Azat “Crazy A” Hovhannisyan (21-5, 17 KOs), and former WBA Inter-Continental Champion “Supreme” Kareem Hackett (12-1, 6 KOs), de Toronto.

Catch the Chua experience, Julian is making a name for himself in boxing circles and drawing fighters to work with him at Brickhouse Boxing Club in North Hollywood, Californie. The best is yet to come, cependant, especially if “Zurdo” becomes world heavyweight champion in the not-too-distant future.