ST.
피터스 버그, FL.(1월 17, 2019) – 웰터급 세계 챔피언키스 “한 시간” 서먼자신의 예상 수익을 논의
반지에 그는에 대한 그의 대결을 앞두고으로josesito
로페즈그 헤드 라인 프리미어
FOX 복싱 챔피언과 FOX Deportes 토요일, 바클레이 센터에서 1월 26일, 의 집
BROOKLYN 복싱 ™.
PBC
FOX 및 FOX Deportes 액션에서 시작에8
시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT과
져 본 일이없는 폴란드어 헤비급 특징아담
Kownacki 전 싸우고
타이틀 도전자 제럴드 워싱턴, 플러스 무패 행진 페더급
경쟁자Tugstsogt Nyambayar 충격적인 복용클라우디오 마레 12 라운드 가릴.
티켓
쇼를위한, 이는 디벨와 관련 TGB 프로모션에 의해 추진된다
환대, 에서 시작 $50 and can be purchased atticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, 또는 호출하여
800-745-3000. 티켓은 또한 아메리칸 익스프레스 박스 오피스에서 구입할 수 있습니다
바클레이 센터. 그룹 할인은 844-BKLYN-GP를 호출하여 사용할 수 있습니다.
서먼
1 월 동작으로 돌아갑니다 26 그의 가장 후 긴 부상 해고에서
최근의 싸움은 그를 대니 가르시아를 물리 치고 웰터급 타이틀을 통합했다
행진 2017 바클레이 센터. 여기 서먼에 대해 무슨 말을했다 그의
반환, 조지 시토 로페즈 더 세인트에서 자신의 훈련 캠프에서. 피트 복싱
세인트에서 클럽. 상트 페테르부르크, 플로리다:
훈련 캠프는가는 방법을하고있다? 어떤이 있었습니까
때문에 부상의 조정?
“훈련
캠프 잘 진행되고있다. 그것은 많은 후 느린 시작을 조금했다
링 밖으로 개월, 우리가 가까이 싸움을 얻을로하지만 큰를 느낄 수있어.
나는 다시 세계 최고 수준의 선수처럼 점점 더 많은 느낌을 시작 해요. 그것은의
좋은 느낌이 열심히 노력하고 그것이 계속 할게요 무엇을 생각 나게
챔피언이되고.”
하다
당신은 어떤 반지 녹 예상? 당신이 기분이 더 어려울 것 같아
링에 물리적으로 자신을 좋아하는, 정신적 부상은 신뢰
치유?
“나는
링 녹이 문제가 될 것이라고 생각하지 않는다. 유일한 것은 그 경우에도이 5 월
사람들이 지금까지 본 것을 최고의 키스 서먼하지, 우리가에 초점을 맞추고있어
각 전투에 더 많은 강해지고. 하지만 실수를하지 않습니다, 사람들
1 월 세계 최고의 지우는 중량물 중 하나를 볼 수 있습니다 26 바클레이즈
센터.”
당신이 코너를 돌려 것처럼 당신이 느낌에 시작 했나요
물리적? 혹시 당신이 싸울 건강한 충분하지 않을 것이라고 걱정했다?
“당신
항상 약간의 새로운 부상에 대해 걱정해야. 아무것도 잘못이있다
오늘까지 자동차로는 파괴하기로 결정. 하루의 끝에 그래서,
내 마음의 뒤쪽에 항상. 나는 많은 마일을 실행, 그래서 나는 궁금해 내
무릎. 나는 또한 내 어깨에 대해 궁금해. 선수와 그들의 몸은 통과
많은 것. 그러나 여기에서 나는 것들로 바로 돌아를 받고 가서 나는 완전히 해요
1 월 26 일 내 재능을 선보일 준비.”
문제의 어떤 종류의 Josesito의 포즈를 않습니다? 무엇하게 그를
당신은 해고 떨어져오고 어려운 상대?
“Josesito
경험. 그는 좋은 손이 닿지 바쁜 전투기. 그는 그것을 섞어 좋아
싸움을 자신의 상대를 강제로. 그는 또한 지금 로버트 가르시아의 새로운 코치를 가지고, 과
나는 그가 자신의 능력에 대한 자신감을 많이 가지고 알고. Josesito 통해되었습니다
그의 경력에 기복, 하지만 그는 순간 상승세에 다시입니다. 그리고 그는
저를 정확히 나를 불러. 나는 도전을 기대하고 그래서.”
당신은이 싸움에 표시를 찾고 있습니다? 어떻게 할
당신의 감정을 제어하고 당신이 너무 많이 누르지 확인?
“난
반지에 내 다양성을 보여 드릴 거예요. 나는 그것이 무엇 Josesito을 보여 드리겠습니다
같은 날 함께 링에 있어야합니다. 그는 그것이 내 능력에 대해 단지 모두의 생각,
그러나 나는 그의 스파링 파트너 어떤 것도 할 수 있었던 그에게 보여 드리겠습니다. 나는 모두에게 전체를 보여 드리겠습니다
내가 가지고 기술의 패키지와 그것의 모든 초를 즐길 수 있습니다.”
이 싸움 문체로보고보고 어떻게?
“나는
내 상대가 싸움을 갈 방법을 나에게 보여주지하는 것처럼. 나는 많은 생각을했습니다
내 상대는 뭔가 특정 할 것이라고 회, 하지만 그들은 뭔가를 할
순간에서 완전히 다른.
“난
단지 Josesito의 모든 버전에 대한 준비. 그를 내게로 오기를 나는 준비가
움큼의 펀치, 그는 더 작업 상자를 시도하려는 경우 그러나 나는 또한 준비 해요
그의 잽 뒤에. 나는 그가 그 I을 할 거라는 거기에 아무것도 생각하지 않는다
지배 할 수 없습니다. 나는 이동하는거야, 내부 거래, 무엇을
소요 우리는 가장 쉬운 보이는 승리하는 길 볼 수 있습니다.”
# # #
PBC ON FOX 소개 & 폭스 스포츠: 서먼 VS. 로페즈
수상
FOX 복싱 챔피언 & FOX Deportes는 WBA의 반환에 의해 표제한다
베테랑에 대한 그의 타이틀을 방어 웰터급 세계 챔피언 키스 서먼
토요일에 경쟁자 조지 시토 로페즈, 1월 26 바클레이 센터에서 살고, 그만큼
BROOKLYN 권투 ™의 가정과
PBC의 동부 해안 홈.
그만큼
방송에서 시작 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT 및 기능 져 본 일이없는 폴란드어 상승
전 타이틀 도전자 제럴드 워싱턴에 헤비급 아담 Kownacki 복용,
플러스 Tugstsogt Nyambayar 클라우디오 사이에 12 라운드 페더급 대결
마레.
PBC
FS1과 FOX Deportes에 Prelims은에서 시작 6 시이. 및 / 3 시이. PT와 의지 기능
조쉬 에르난데스 구타 한 번에 주니어 경량 전망 크리스 콜버트 복용
8 라운드 도전자, 더 2016 과 미국의. 로베르토 직면 올림픽 Antuanne 러셀
알 마산 여섯 / 여덟에
라운드 슈퍼 경량 매력, 슈퍼 웰터급 전망 Chordale
부커 회의 후안 데 앙헬
행동의 여덟 라운드를위한.
팬
라이브 FOX 스포츠 앱에서 싸움을 스트리밍 할 수 있습니다, 영어 가능하거나
여우 또는 FOX Deportes 피드를 통해 스페인어. 싸움은 사용할 수 있습니다
FOXSports.com에서와 앱 스토어를 통해 바탕 화면, 포함 또는 연결된 기기
애플 TV, 안드로이드 TV, 화재 TV, X 박스 하나와 로쿠.
Santa Cruz Defends Featherweight World Title Against Exciting
Challenger Flores Saturday, 2월 16 FOX에 프리미어 복싱 챔피언에
& FOX Deportes Main Event Live from Microsoft Theater at L.A. Live
in Los Angeles
Hard-Hitting Molina Jr. Takes on Undefeated Former World Champion
Omar Figueroa on Telecast Beginning at 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT
로스 앤젤레스 (1월 3, 2019) – 페더급 세계 챔피언 레오 산타 크루즈 and exciting challenger미구엘 플로레스 went face-to-face Thursday at a press conference in Los Angeles ahead of their world title showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes 토요일, 2월 16 'LA에서 마이크로 소프트 극장에서. 로스 앤젤레스에 살고.
Also
in attendance at Thursday’s press conference was hard-hitting존 몰리나 주니어., who faces
unbeaten former championOmar
Figueroain a 12-round junior
welterweight clash as part of televised coverage beginning at 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이.
PT.
티켓
쇼를위한, which is promoted by TGB Promotions and Ringstar Sports are on
sale now, 및 AXS.com에서 구입할 수 있습니다.
Here
is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from the Conga
Room at L.A. 라이브:
LEO 산타 크루즈
“He
may think I’m underestimating him, but I’ve never underestimated any fighter
I’ve faced. Media and fans may think differently, but I don’t think I’m
superior to anyone else, I just do my work.
“I
get all of my confidence from my training. I learn everything in the gym. I
work hard and train like I’m the challenger. I want to go and give the fans a
great fight and continue to grow my name.
“When
I retire I want to be known as a great Mexican fighter, so I’ve trained very
hard with my dad. Even though he’s sick, he still is in the gym pushing me and
telling me what to do. It’s a huge motivation to see him there supporting me. I
know that if he sees me pushing myself, it’s going to motivate him too.
“When
I say that I want to unify the featherweight division, I’m not looking past
Miguel Flores. I have to be positive and always look toward the future. I’m not
looking back. I’m just training hard to get that win and become the best at
126-pounds. First that means beating Miguel Flores.
“This
is going to be a great fight. Miguel Flores is a tough fighter who throws a lot
of punches and comes forward. He’s got a big right hand and he works the body
well. He’s a fighter who leaves everything in the ring.
“I
want to unify against any of the champions. I want any of the champions in 2019
and I want to become the featherweight king.”
MIGUEL 플로레스
“It’s
been a long road for me. I’m going to put on a good show on February 16. Leo
and his father are professionals and they’ll work hard in the gym, but I have a
feeling they’re overlooking me.
“I
know all the hard work I’ve put in the gym and I know that I deserve this
opportunity and I’m going to prove it by making the most of it.
“This
is a great night of fights and I’m thankful to everyone that made it possible.
내 트레이너, Aaron Navarro, has been with me and is really a father figure for
me. The support from back home has been amazing.
“I’m
excited to be starting off the year with this great opportunity. I’m going to
give the writers an easy task, because on February 16 I’m going to give them
the Upset of the Year and the Fight of the Year on the same night.
“People
are going to be in for a treat on February 16. We have two Mexican fighters
going toe-to-toe. You’re going to want to show up to see this one.”
존 몰리나 JR.
“2월
16, there is going to be a war. It’s a great night of fighting. This is a fight
that I specifically asked for. I believe stylistically it’s going to be
all-action.
“I
saw Figueroa say that he’s not going to see me get out of the fourth round.
Well he’s not going to see that, because he’s going to be asleep.
“Talk
is cheap, like I always say. I could talk until I’m blue in the face about how
I’m going to hurt this kid. But it’ll sound naïve until I show you on February
16.
“I
like Figueroa’s confidence. It’s going to make for a great fight. I don’t ever
want to face a guy who’s going to come to lose. 나는 그가 이길오고 알고. I’m
glad to share the ring with great fighters like Leo, Miguel and Omar for this
special night.”
톰 브라운, TGB 프로모션의 대통령
“Premier
Boxing Champions have made a major commitment to bringing some of the best and
biggest fights to Southern California.
“'LA.
has always been regarded as one of the best fight cities in the world and home
to some of the greatest fights in boxing. We believe that Los Angeles,
including right here downtown, can become a major hub for the sport of boxing.
“Southern
California has long been a hotbed of slugfests between great Mexican-American
fighters, and with Leo Santa Cruz and Miguel Flores, plus Omar Figueroa vs.
존 몰리나 주니어, we have the makings of another all-out war on February 16.
This is going to be a great night.”
RICHARD 쉐퍼, 의장 & Ringstar 스포츠의 CEO
“Los
Angeles is once again the fight capital of the world. There are some great
matchups coming here for the passionate Southern California fight fans.
“The
Microsoft Theatre is a fantastic venue for boxing and it hosts signature events
throughout the year, 월에 16 it will host a great doubleheader. They
say that styles make fights, and I don’t think there are better matchups than
these two fights.
“These
fighters are warriors. No one on this card is ever in a boring fight. It’s like
throwing oil in the fire. This is going to be a night you don’t want to miss
and a great crowd watching these fights.”
# # #
팬
라이브 FOX 스포츠 앱에서 싸움을 스트리밍 할 수 있습니다, 영어 가능하거나
여우 또는 FOX Deportes 피드를 통해 스페인어. 싸움은 사용할 수 있습니다
FOXSports.com에서와 앱 스토어를 통해 바탕 화면, or connected
devices including Apple TV, 안드로이드 TV, 화재 TV, X 박스 하나와 로쿠.
BROOKLYN (12월 23, 2018) – WBC Interim Middleweight ChampionJermall Charlo(28-0, 21 KOS 호텔) won a hard-fought unanimous decision over매트 코로 보프 (28-2, 13 KOS 호텔) to defend his title in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday night from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.
“I had fun in there with a tough opponent like that,” 사이드 Charlo. “I got the win and that’s the main thing. I still feel I’m the best in the world. I just need to prove it to the rest of the world.”
The southpaw Korobov had success early countering Charlo with straight left hands that landed cleanly, even if they didn’t deter Charlo from coming forward. Korobov was successful countering to the body as well and ended the fight with a 119 에 114 advantage in power punches landed according to CompuBox.
Charlo stayed consistent with his jab however through the early rounds and began to break through later as Korobov’s right eye appeared to close during the middle rounds. Charlo out-jabbed Korobov by a 56 에 9 advantage in jabs landed, and also threw nearly 200 more punches throughout the fight per CompuBox.
라운드에서 12 Charlo closed the show and nearly stopped Korobov, who used his experience to hold and move enough to survive the round. Charlo landed a clean left hook to the head early in the round that put Korobov on shaky legs, and he followed up with several strong punches that forced Korobov to try to survive.
“I used everything that happened tonight as motivation in the 12th round,” 사이드 Charlo. “I haven’t been that far in a fight in a couple of years. It felt good to be in there, get hit and bang with someone. He was an experienced guy who will make me better.”
행동의 12 라운드 후, Charlo won the unanimous decision by scores of 119-108 과 116-112, even after watching his twin brother lose a tough decision minutes prior to his fight starting. “I felt like Jermell made his fight harder than it was,” 사이드 Charlo. “I had a really tough opponent, but he wasn’t better than me. There was a lot on my mind in the ring.”
Korobov thought he had done enough to win the fight after he stepped in as a replacement opponent one week prior to fight night. “나는 싸움을 수상 생각,” 사이드 코로 보프. “It was definitely a fight that could have gone either way, but I believe the people know that I won. I’m the most avoided fighter in boxing and I showed why tonight. I hope this performance will get me another title fight.”
In a back-and-forth title showdown, 디트로이트의 토니 해리슨 (28-2, 21 KOS 호텔) pulled off the upset to win a narrow unanimous decision overJermell Charlo (31-1, 15 KOS 호텔) and capture the WBC Super Welterweight Championship.
“I dictated the pace,” 사이드 해리슨. “그것이 챔피언이하는 일입니다. He wound up for big shots and I kept my defense tight. All we worked on was defense. I kept my composure and I did what champions do.”
Charlo expressed his disagreement with the judges’ decision after the fight. “They took that fight from me,” 사이드 Charlo. “I was pressing the action. He didn’t win that fight.”
Harrison was effective with his jab as he attempted to keep the power-punching Charlo at bay. Harrison landed his biggest punch of the fight in round five when a straight left appeared to temporarily stun Charlo. Charlo was able to land several effective power punches throughout the 12 라운드, including an overhand right late in round five that wobbled Harrison.
Round nine saw both men land significant shots, which lead to an exchange where Charlo urged Harrison to keep coming forward. “I got back to my corner after every round and they told me to just keep doing what you’re doing,” 사이드 해리슨, “You’re dictating the pace they said. 그것이 챔피언이하는 일입니다. Champions don’t just try to knock people out. That’s all he wanted to do. I dictated it. 내 잽을 사용. I dictated the fight. That’s what champions do.”
Harrison was caught off balance in round 11 and again in round 12 by Charlo power punches, but was able to use his movement and hold at key times to survive both rounds. 후 12 rounds of action the judges preferred Harrison’s jab, movement and counters to the forward-charging power punches of Charlo. All three judges scored the fight for Harrison, 의 점수 116-112 과 115-113 두번. Per CompuBox, Harrison connected on 34 percent of his punches throughout the fight to Charlo’s 29 퍼센트 클립, while Charlo out landed Harrison 160 에 128, 더있다 108 에 71 파워 펀치의 장점은 도착.
싸움 후, Harrison indicated he would be willing to give Charlo a rematch while Charlo immediately stated his intention to get his belt back. “Jermell – you gave me a shot – I’ll give you a rematch,” 사이드 해리슨. “I’m going to get my belt back,” 사이드 Charlo. “I still want Jarrett Hurd. I know my brother knows I won that fight. I might have given away a few rounds, but I won that fight.”
텔레비전 방송의 오프닝 한판 승부에서, top heavyweight contender도미닉 “수고” BREAZEALE(20-1, 18 KOS 호텔) delivered a one-punch knockout victory over카를로스 네 그론 (20-2, 16 KOS 호텔) in the ninth-round of their heavyweight showdown. “I knew the big shot was coming, it was just a matter of time,” 사이드 Breazeale. “I was setting up that right hand all night. Since the third round I noticed he dropped his left hand when he took a step to the left, and that’s what I got him with.”
Breazeale started out slowly as Negron was able to score early with a lead left hook and an effective body attack. Breazeale stalked his opponent and threw power punches with some success before connecting on a huge right hand before the bell to end the fourth round. “It’s been a long stretch since I’ve been in the ring,” 사이드 Breazeale. “I definitely worked off some ring rust, worked some great combinations and body shots, and finally got the knockout.”
The 2012 과 미국의. Olympian Breazeale had more success through the middle rounds, controlling the action with his jab and pressure that negated Negron’s offense. Midway through the ninth round, Breazeale caught Negron in the corner and connected on an overhand right that sent Negron crashing into the ropes.
Referee Arthur Mercante stopped the bout 1:37 into the ninth round. BREAZEALE, who is the mandatory challenger for heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, had a message for the champion, who was seated ringside.
“I’m next in line for Deontay Wilder and I’m coming for him,” 사이드 Breazeale. “I’ve been waiting for him and I did what I had to do tonight. I’m ready for him now. “I know Wilder is here in the crowd. He came to watch. He knows I’m next. He better be holding on to that belt really tightly, because I’m coming. ‘Trouble’ is already here.”
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BROOKLYN (12월 22, 2018) – 져 본 일이없는 웰터급 챔피언 키스 서먼 베테랑 웰터급 Josesito 로페즈, 플러스 브루클린의 무패 헤비급 도전자 아담 Kownacki, FOX에 프리미어 복싱 챔피언에 대한 그들의 싸움을 논의하기 위해 토요일 밤 기자 회견을 개최 & FOX Deportes 토요일 일어나고, 1월 26 바클레이 센터에서, BROOKLYN 권투 ™의 집.
방송 범위는에서 시작 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT 및 Kownacki 전투 전 타이틀 도전자를 볼 수 있습니다 제럴드 워싱턴 10 라운드 대회와 정복당한 페더급 경쟁자의 Tugstgogt Nyambayar ~을 책임지다 클라우디오 마레 텔레비전 방송을 엽니 다, 모두를 대 서먼에 이르기까지의, 로페즈 메인 이벤트.
공연 티켓, 이는 디벨 라 엔터테인먼트와 관련 TGB 프로모션에 의해 추진된다, 에서 시작 $50 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com, 또는 호출하여 800-745-3000. 티켓은 바클레이 센터에서 아메리칸 익스프레스 박스 오피스에서 구입할 수 있습니다. 그룹 할인은 844-BKLYN-GP를 호출하여 사용할 수 있습니다.
여기에 선수는 클레이 센터 인터뷰 룸에서 얼굴을 얼굴을 가기 전에 토요일 말을했다 무엇인가, 브루클린 FOX 싸움 밤에 PBC 이전:
키스 서먼 “나는 큰 물리적 느낌. 우리는 정말 열심히 노력하고 단지 우리가 부상 전에했던 모든 것을 다시가 있어요. 그것은 엄청난 느낌이 나는 브루클린에서이 백을 할 수있는 것이 너무 행복 해요. 1월 26, 당신은 세계 1 웰터급의 반환을 볼 것이다. 내가 다시 와서 활동과 건강을 유지하기 위해 필요. 나는 지구상에서 최악 인 남자의 일이야 왜 올해 모두를 생각 나게하는거야. 하루의 끝에, 나는 문을 만들기 위해 여기있어 하나의 시간 '이’ 돌아. 나는 1 개 개의 벨트를 가지고, 나는 하나 개의 벨트를 누락. 나는 올해 내 자신의 업적을 다시 설정거야, 다음 거기에서 이동. 우리는 한 번에 그것을 하나 개의 싸움을 복용하고. 지금 내 눈은 조지 시토 로페즈에 설정됩니다.”
“나는 세계 최고 수준의 전투기 해요. 나는 부상 내 모든 경력을 통해 싸운. 실제 전투기는 게임에 중독지고 끝. 아무것도 작업의 일부가 그 불빛 아래에서 존재와 것보다 더 나은이 인생에서 없다. 나의 유산은 끝나지 않았다. 대니 가르시아에 대한 통일 나를 위해 충분하지 않았다. 궁극적으로, 난 그냥 나보다 더 나은 사람이되게 할 기다리고 있어요. 하나가되지 않을 수도 있습니다, 하지만 난 할 수 두렵지 않아 내 ‘0’ 가기. “나는 조지 시토 로페즈 같은 사람에 대해 이런 싸움이 필요합니다. 그는이있을 수 및 팬들에게 큰 싸움을 줄 것. 그는 나를 데리고오고. 그는 한 달 전에 모양처럼 그는 보았을 때 나는 처음으로 톱 그. “그것은 오랜 시간이되었습니다 나는 진정으로 돌아올 영광입니다. 팔꿈치 복구를 위해 내가 기다리는 동안 내가 링에하지하는 것은 어려운되었습니다. 나는 돌아 너무 행복 해요.”
JOSESITO 로페즈 “나는 정말 오늘 밤 여기에 흥분. 키스 서먼은 세계 최고 수준이다, 엘리트 전투기와 나는이 기회를 최대한 활용거야. 내가 전에이 자리에서 봤는데 나는 큰 전투에서 멀리 주저 한 적이. 이것은 또 다른 큰 하나이며 나는 그것을 준비하고 세계 챔피언이 될거야.”
“나는 키스 서먼 강한로 확신하고 내가 직면 한 사람으로 숙련. 그는 이유 무패 것. 나는 그에게 그 자신의 존경을 제공. 그에게 내가 직면 한 최고의 선수가 될 수 있도록 내가 준비 해요. 우리는 세계적인 수준의 경쟁 싸운 모두 경험 전투기있어. 나는 힘든 무거운 망치의 내 몫을 직면했다. 나는 거의 모두를 보았다. 월 가자 26, 우리는 깊은 물에거야 그리고 우리 각자가 어떻게 반응하는지 우리가 나타납니다.”
“아니 서먼이가 얼마나 활성화 문제, 이 기회의 중요성은 변화하지 않습니다. 우리가 몇 년 동안 본 것보다 우리가 더 나은 건강한 키스 서먼를 볼 수 있습니다 어떤 경우. 나는 최고의 키스 서먼이됩니다 기대하고 있습니다. 나는 밖으로 힘든 지우는 중량물 중 하나에 대해에 갈거야이. 나는 나 그러나 나 자신을 믿는 사람이 필요하지 않습니다. 나는 그런 제목으로 나와 내 모두를 줄거야.”
ADAM Kownacka “1월 26 좋은 밤이 될 것입니다. 내가 싸울 때마다, 그거 정말 신난다. 나는 펀치를 많이 던져 압력을 가져. 제럴드 워싱턴 힘든 테스트가 될 것입니다, 하지만 난 그를 통해 얻을 경우, 나는 타이틀 샷에 더 가까이 해요. 즉 궁극적 인 목표입니다.”
“그것은 동화 이야기의 작은 비트입니다. 나는 골든 글러브를 착용 브루클린에서 조금 어렸을 지금은 바클레이 센터에서 싸우고. 그것은 완전히 새로운 환경입니다. 잘하면 내년 나는 메인 이벤트 해요. 즉, 목표 그리고 꿈이 실현 될 것. 나는 그것을 달성하기 위해 노력하고 유지해야합니다.”
“나는 이아고 킬 래즈 전쟁에서 생각, 그는 주자를 상자 수있는 사람도 있었다. 내가 워싱턴으로 동일한 작업을 수행하고 몸을 처벌하기 위해 찾고 있어요 그래서 나는 그와 아주 잘 반지를 관리. 그들이 열심히 그들이 떨어질되는 키. 제럴드 워싱턴 힘든 시험입니다. 그는 전 타이틀 도전자이고 나는 그가 자신의 A-게임을 가져가는 것을 알고. 내 목표는 세계 헤비급 챔피언이되어 내가 워싱턴으로 가야하기 위함이다. 그게 내가 할 계획거야.”
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Jermall
Charlo vs. 매트 코로 보프, Jermell Charlo 대. 토니 해리슨 & Dominic
Breazeale vs. Carlos Negron This Saturday, 12월 22 FOX에 라이브 & FOX
Deportes & Presented by Premier Boxing Champions from Barclays Center in
Brooklyn
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Stephanie Trapp/TGB Promotions
BROOKLYN(12월 19, 2018) – As fight night approaches, fighters
competing on Saturday’s Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes event
showed off their skills at a media workout at world famous Gleason’s Gym before
they step into the ring on December 22 바클레이 센터에서, 의 집
BROOKLYN 복싱 ™.
The event is headlined by theCharlo Twinsdefending
their world titles and a heavyweight showdown between도미닉 Breazeale 과Carlos
Negron에서 시작 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT.Jermall Charlo, who
won a coin toss with his brother, will close the show in a 12-round WBC interim
middleweight championship bout against매트 코로 보프, 동안Jermell
Charlo 전투 것토니 해리슨in defense of the
WBC Super Welterweight World Title.
공연 티켓, which is being promoted by Lions Only
Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begin
at $50 지금 판매되고있다. 티켓은 구입하실 수 있습니다ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com,
또는 호출하여 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American
Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Group discounts are available by calling
844-BKLYN-GP.
Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday afternoon in
Brooklyn:
Charlo JERMALL
“Professional athletes have to be ready for anything. I’m
ready for whoever is in the ring against me and whatever he brings. We’ll see
who is at their best on Saturday night.
“This is a headlining card for the Charlo Twins and we’re
ready to put on a show for our family and our fans. 난 준비 됐어, I’m sure Korobov
is ready, so let’s get it on.
“I know that Korobov has been training because he was on the
undercard. I’m thankful he accepted the fight and I just hope he’s done
everything right to prepare for this fight. 제대로 하고 있어, and now we’re
going to fight.
“Brooklyn is one of my favorite places to fight. This is
familiar territory here. I’m going to prove once again that I’m one of the best
in the world.
“I don’t know Korobov but I know that every fight is
difficult. You never know what these fighters are doing. I’m a professional and
I continue to make it look easy.
“I have a weapon that no one has been able to figure out.
Once they do, I have a whole bunch of other weapons. I’m 28-years-old, I’m
having the time of my life beating these guys down. 조만간, I’m going
to get the megafights that everyone wants.”
매트 코로 보프
“It was a surprise to get the call for this fight. I was
sleeping and preparing for my second workout of the day. But I was training
hard already so I accepted right away.
“I’ve been preparing as hard as I can to make everything go
exactly how I want it to on Saturday. It’s short notice but we’ve made the
proper adjustments to the fight plan and we’ll be ready to make it happen in
the ring.
“I don’t pay any attention to outside noise or anyone who
doubts me. I’ve been preparing for this all of my life. This is my second
opportunity to become a champion and I’m going to make the most of it. I’m
going to show everything I’ve got.
“I have to be the best version of myself on Saturday night.
I’m going to take all of my amateur and pro experience and mix it up to make a
great performance.”
JERMELL Charlo
“지금은 정말 좋은 권리를 느낀다. Everything is on point and
where I need it to be. It’s fight week and it’s time to show out. I’m going to
show up and put on for Lions Only. There’s nothing more that I can ask for than
to be here to show everyone my abilities.
“I’m excited to show my skills again. This is big for me. I
have an opponent who has the mindset to come in and dethrone me. He wants to
stop the show, but it’s not over yet.
“I know that he needs to maintain his composure while trying
to win a fight. Tony Harrison is a tall, rangy fighter but it’s nothing I
haven’t seen before. He knows who he’s dealing with. My experience cannot be
overlooked.
“This training camp has been incredible. I’ve locked in with
my coach and I’ve worked hard so that I’m fresh and at my best. I can’t wait to
step into the ring on December 22.
“I hope Tony Harrison is at his best. There are certain
things that he does well and we just need to make adjustments when we get in
there. 그가 상자를 원하면, we can box but if he wants to bang, we can be the
aggressor.
“Brooklyn has become the new pinnacle of boxing for a lot of
fighters and especially for me specifically. I’m winning with knockouts here
and I’m excited to get in the ring at Barclays Center once again and do what I
have to do.”
토니 해리슨
“Camp was amazing. I don’t think it could have gone any
better. Based on all my other camps, I know that I’m absolutely ready for this
fight. Now it’s just the anxiousness of waiting.
“I’m working on staying very composed right now. This is
another day in the office for me. We’re just waiting to see how Saturday plays
out.
“This isn’t my first time fighting on the big stage at
Barclays Center so I won’t let the emotions overcome me. No matter who I’m
facing or what the platform is, I’ve been fighting my whole life. This is
second nature to me.
“I really had the time heading into this fight to have a camp
as great as I had. I’ve had the opportunity to get some amazing sparring in.
Everyone came in and really competed. It was tough work.
“I’m just going to come in and do my job. When I become
champion I’m going to get that same respect from everyone.”
도미 닉 BREAZEALE
“Whether it’s in sparring or in primetime, I’m always going
to bring it. This is a big platform on FOX so I have to show up. The lights are
on you and I can’t wait.
“I’m excited right now because I’m chasing Deontay Wilder. I
want that WBC title. I have this fight ahead of me, but I have to beat him to
get what I really want. I want to fight for the biggest prize in the sport.
“I stopped Eric Molina last year at Barclays Center to become
the WBC mandatory and I’m just trying to keep winning while I wait my turn.
“I’m a crowd-pleasing fighter. I keep the fans on the edge of
their seats. I can move for my size and I have knockout power. I’m looking for
the knockout shot every single time.”
CARLOS NEGRON
“We’re prepared for what Breazeale and anything he can bring
into the ring. He’s a tough opponent but I’ve trained too hard not to leave it
all in the ring.
“This has been a great training camp. I had tremendous
sparring that pushed me to another level. I’m excited to get out there and show
it all on fight night.
“This should be a great fight for fans. I’m planning on being
aggressive and bringing the fight to him. I hope he’s ready for it, because I
don’t want any excuses after the fight.”
Unbeaten Super Middleweight Contender Talks World Title Showdown Against IBF Titleholder Jose Uzcategui that Headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes 일요일, 1월 13 L.A의 Microsoft Theater에서. 로스 앤젤레스에 살고
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LAS VEGAS(12월 19, 2018) – Unbeaten 168-pound contender갈렙
“Sweethands” 공장took time to talk about his current
training as he prepares to battle IBF Super Middleweight World ChampionJose
Uzcateguiin the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 and FOX
Deportes Sunday, 1월 13 L.A의 Microsoft Theater에서. Live in Los
Angeles.
Coverage on FS1 and FOX Deportes begins at 8 시이. 동부 / 5 시이. PT and
will also see unbeaten featherweight Brandon Figueroa take on Moises Flores and
sensational prospect Joey Spencer entering the ring.
라이브 이벤트 티켓, which is promoted by TGB Promotions
and Zanfer Promotions, 시작 $50, are on sale now and can be purchased at
AXS.com.
공장 (17-0, 10 KOS 호텔) is originally from Nashville, Tennessee but
now lives and trains in Las Vegas. Here is what he said about his first world title
opportunity and more from training camp with trainer Justin Gamber at City
Boxing Las Vegas.
그의 최근 훈련 캠프에:
“This training camp has been great. We took
everything to the next level as I do every camp. We stepped up everything
for this camp, the sparring partners, the strength and conditioning, all of the
training is on another level. I’ll be at my best come fight night and I
can’t wait.”
On his matchup with Jose Uzcategui:
“Everyone says Jose Uzcategui is the
bogeyman, but after January 13th, I don’t want no excuses. He is a top fighter
in the division, but I will take that spot after I take his title from him. All
I can tell him is be ready.”
On fighting for his first world title:
“This has been a lifelong dream of mine to
be fighting for a world title and now that time has finally come. I’ll be
fighting for my daughter Alia, may she rest in peace. The trials and
tribulations I’ve gone through to get to this point have been overwhelming at
times, but they’ve only made me stronger. I’ve worked hard for this defining
moment in my boxing career and I’m going to rise to the occasion, and everyone
will hear the words…And The New!”
On fighting on FS1 and FOX Deportes during the
NFL Playoffs on FOX:
“It’s going to be a big weekend for sports
with the NFC playoffs going down on FOX, but the night is going to be capped
off with a great world championship fight. You have two warriors who will be putting
everything on the line for super middleweight supremacy. Fans of all
sports who will be watching are going to see a man in myself who is hungry and
dangerous. I will be crowned champion!”
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available on desktop at FOXSports.com and through the app store, 포함 또는 연결된 기기
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Also in Action! Unbeaten Adam Kownacki Faces Gerald Washington in Heavyweight Attraction & Unbeaten Featherweight Contender Tugstgogt Nyambayar Battles Claudio Marrero
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BROOKLYN (December 18, 2018) – Undefeated WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith “One Time” Thurman returns to the ring after a lengthy injury layoff to defend his title against veteran Josesito Lopez on Saturday, January 26 live in primetime in the main event o Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.
Televised coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and will see a co-feature featuring fast-rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki as he clashes with former title challenger Gerald Washington in a 10-round battle and unbeaten featherweight contender Tugstgogt Nyambayar battles Claudio Marrero to open the telecast.
Tickets for the show begin at $50 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com,or by calling 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Group discounts are available by calling 844-BKLYN-GP.
“There is a high level of anticipation and intrigue surrounding the ring return of welterweight champion Keith Thurman, and Josesito Lopez will certainly provide some answers about where Thurman is after nearly two years out of the ring,’’ said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “Adam Kownacki and Gerald Washington have the opportunity to show exactly where they stand in the resurgent heavyweight division. Both of them are big heavyweights who love to throw power shots. Nyambayar and Marrero are guaranteed to add fireworks to an already thrilling show. It’s the kind of night that will have fans on the edge of their seats.’’
“I speak for boxing
fans everywhere when I say we are eagerly anticipating Keith Thurman’s return
to the ring,” said Brett Yormark, CEO of BSE Global. “He has experienced great
success at Barclays Center, so it’s fitting that he will lead off a strong year
of BROOKLYN BOXING programming in 2019. I also look forward to seeing local
favorite Adam Kownacki, who always comes with a strong contingent of loud
fans.”
Thurman (28-0, 22 KOs) made a steady rise through the welterweight ranks and reached the pinnacle with hard-fought victories over Shawn Porter and Danny Garcia at Barclays Center,the latter of which earned him a WBC crown in addition to his WBA title. But a string of injuries has sidelined him for nearly two years, calling into question his place amongst the 147-pound elites. The 30-year-old Thurman, who is still the reigning WBA welterweight champion, is looking to regain his top-tier status in the division starting with Lopez.
Thurman, who lives and trains in Clearwater, Florida, enters the ring for the first time since a split decision victory Garcia on March 4, 2017.
“I’m extremely excited to step back into the ring,’’ said Thurman. “It’s a little nerve-wracking considering the time off and because I want to have a tremendous performance. I want to speak more with my hands more than my words and quiet the naysayers who think that Keith Thurman has lost his passion and skills in boxing. I believe I’m the best welterweight in the division and in the world and I hope to showcase that on January 26 with a knockout. The best fights in the welterweight division have involved Keith Thurman and that will continue to be the case. I’m looking forward to having a tremendous year and showing why I’m number one.”
The 34-year-old Lopez(36-7, 19 KOs) is looking to thwart Thurman’s plans to regain his lofty position in the 147-pound division. Nicknamed “The Riverside Rocky’’ because of his all-action style, the Riverside, California-native has stepped into the ring against some of the best boxers of this generation. He has rattled off three straight victories since suffering a TKO loss to former welterweight champion Andre Berto in 2015. Lopez is coming off a unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Miguel Cruz on April 28 live on FOX.
“I’m approaching this fight leaving no stone unturned as I prepare to take that world championship,’’Lopez said. “I’ve set up training camp with altitude, chasing chickens,chopping wood – really into putting in the work. Overall the layoff will affect him and there could be a little hesitation, but we’ll see come fight night. The improvements that I’ve made with Robert Garcia the last couple of years will come into play. They’ve strengthened my qualities and I can’t wait to show it to the world.”
Kownacki (18-0, 14 KOs) has risen through the heavyweight ranks with a tough-as-nails brawling style that produced a string of knockout victories and exciting showdowns. His knockout streak ended at four in his last fight when he scored a unanimous decision victory over former heavyweight champion Charles Martin on Sepember 8. Kownacki, who was born in Lomza, Poland and now lives in Brooklyn, will be fighting at Barclays Center for a third straight time and the eighth time overall.
“Living in Brooklyn this is like a home game for me,” said Kownacki.” I’ve had some of my best performances at Barclays Center and I can’t wait to step into the ring against Gerald Washington and showcase myself on PBC on FOX. There is nothing better to start off the year than with a knockout and that’s what I plan on doing on January 26 at Barclays Center. I hope all my fans will come out like they always do and have the arena in white and red.’’
Washington (19-2-1, 12 KOs) is a 6-foot-6 heavyweight who has been able to use his athletic ability to power his way past most of the opponents he faces. That athleticism will pose a challenge to Kownacki, who could be facing the toughest fight of his career.The 36-year-old Washington of Vallejo, California is a former college football standout at the University of Southern California and a U.S. Navy veteran who has challenged Deontay Wilder for his championship. He is coming off a unanimous decision victory over John Wesley Nofire in his last fight on June 10.
“I can’t wait to show everything I’ve been working on,’’ said Washington, “Boxing is a sport of truth. It brings the truth to light and it exposed my truth and what I needed to work on. You have to be able to adjust and be comfortable in every situation. You have to be ready for what’s to come. I’m expecting a hard fight from him. He’s a bruiser. He’s tough and he loves to fight. He’s in his hometown and he’s ready and he’s going to bring it, but I’m ready to position myself to fight again for a world title.’’
Nyambayar (10-0, 9KOs) has made a rapid ascent through the talent-laden featherweight division with precision and power. The 26-year-old Nyambayar, who is from Ulan-Bator Mongolia and now lives in Carson, California, won a silver medal in the 2012 London Olympics as a member of the Mongolian boxing team. He scored a KO victory over Oscar Escandon in his last fight on May 26.
Marrero (23-2, 17KOs), a 29-year-old southpaw from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is coming off a stunning KO victory over Jorge Lara in his last fight on April 28.Marrero two losses have come against former featherweight champion Jesus Cuellar in 2013 and Jesus Rojas in 2015. A victory over Nyambayar will putMarrero in position to fight for a world title again.w
Presented by Premier Boxing Champions on Saturday, December 22 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN (December 17, 2018) – Middleweight contender Matt Korobov has stepped up to challenge Jermall Charlo for the WBC Interim Middleweight Championship live in primetime on FOX and FOX Deportes on Saturday, December 22 from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™ in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Korobov is replacing Willie Monroe, Jr., who was removed from the main event after he tested positive for a banned substance by VADA under the WBC Clean Boxing Program. The WBC is conducting further investigation into the matter.
Korobov was due to fight on the undercard and had been training to fight December 22. He willingly stepped forward when the call came for a replacement for Monroe.
“I was well prepared for Willie Monroe, who is a southpaw, so there won’t be that much difference facing Korobov,” said Charlo. “There is a size difference. He’s taller than Monroe, but I’ll just have to adjust my game plan. The best fighters in the world are the ones who are able to make the best adjustments. Beating Korobov is going to make the victory that much sweeter due to this adversity. That means the celebration is going to be sweeter as well. He was fighting on the undercard, so he’s prepared. But now fighting for the title in the top spot is going to make him fight harder. I love it. He’s a much better opponent on paper than Willie Monroe Jr.”
“I was training to fight on this card so I am physically and mentally ready to fight,” said Korobov. “It doesn’t matter that I am taking this fight on a week’s notice because I have been preparing for this moment my entire life. I will make a few adjustments for Charlo and make the most of this opportunity. Don’t miss it. Make sure you tune-in to FOX for a great fight.”
The Charlo vs. Korobov bout is part of a blockbuster PBC on FOX show that features the Charlo Twins defending their world titles and a heavyweight showdown between Dominic Breazeale and Carlos Negron beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Jermall Charlo, who won a coin toss with his brother, will close the show in a 12-round WBC middleweight championship bout against Korobov, while Jermell Charlo will battle Tony Harrison in defense of the WBC Super Welterweight World Title.
Korobov (28-1, 14 KOs), who was originally scheduled to face Colombia’s Juan De Angel, has an outstanding resume that includes a unanimous decision victory over current super middleweight world champion Jose Uzcategui in 2014. His lone loss came against Andy Lee in a middleweight championship fight in 2014. Korobov was ahead on all three judges’ scorecards when he was caught by a right hand from Lee that resulted in a sixth round TKO loss.
The 35-year-old southpaw is from Orotukan, Russia and now lives in St. Petersburg, Florida. As an amateur he won the European Championships in 2006 by defeating reigning undisputed cruiserweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. He was a member of the 2008 Russian Olympic boxing team and finished his amateur career with a record of 300-12. He enters this fight with four straight victories, having most recently scored a unanimous decision over Jonathan Batista.
Tickets for the show, which is being promoted by Lions Only Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with DiBella Entertainment, begin at $50 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, barclayscenter.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center starting Saturday, October 27 at noon ET.
Group discounts are available by calling 844-BKLYN-GP.
WBC Welterweight Champion Shawn Porter and Former Three-Division World Champion Abner Mares Serve as Analysts with Veteran Host Kate Abdo
LOS ANGELES – FOX Sports today announces the premiere of its new studio show INSIDE PBC BOXING on FOX on Saturday, Dec. 15 (3:00 PM ET).
INSIDE PBC BOXING is the official show of Premier Boxing Champions, hosted by Kate Abdo, along with analysts WBC Welterweight Champion Shawn Porter and former three-division world champion Abner Mares. The show also features FOX Sports boxing insider Mike Coppinger, who will add breaking news and special reports.
“FOX Sports is thrilled to be expanding PBC boxing programming with this studio show,” said Steve Becker, FOX Sports Vice President of Production. “We look to go inside the stories of the PBC boxers with in-depth interviews and feature profiles, as well as previews of upcoming fights and breakdowns of the most-recent, thrilling matchups. Having current boxers Shawn and Abner working with us will provide some honest commentary on what’s happening in the sport right now.”
Porter, who makes his first title defense against top-rated challenger Yordenis Ugas live on FOX on Saturday, March 9, 2019 is excited to be a part of the studio show: “Honestly, sports is my thing! It’s a Cleveland thing. That’s what we do back home.” Porter continued, “So, I always knew past competing, I’d want to be involved in TV, talking boxing. To be doing this show on FOX right now is an incredible opportunity for myself, especially because I know the treats [that are] about to be delivered on network television to all the boxing fans out there.”
While Mares is waiting for his next opponent to be announced, he’s enthusiastic about the studio opportunity as well: “I’m thrilled to be a part of FOX Sports’ new boxing show, INSIDE PBC BOXING and working with Kate, Shawn and Mike. I’m looking forward to talking to the biggest names in boxing, helping break down the most exciting fights, and telling viewers what’s really happening inside the ring.”
As a boxing enthusiast, who’s also hosted several FOX PBC Fight Nights, Abdo is thrilled to be a part of the regular studio show. “As a huge boxing fan, I could not be more excited to host FOX’s new INSIDE PBC BOXING show. The PBC stable is second to none, and I can’t wait to shine a light on all that talent. Talking boxing with Shawn and Abner will be zero work, all pleasure.”
She’ll also continue to host FOX PBC Fight Nights throughout the year.
Porter (29-2-1, 17 KOs) won the WBC belt with a decision victory over Danny Garcia in September. The Akron, Ohio native won the IBF Welterweight title against Devon Alexander on Dec. 7, 2013, then defended it in April 2014 with a two-knockdown, fourth-round stoppage of two-division champion Paulie Malignaggi, before losing a majority decision loss to England’s Kell Brook in August 2014. His only other loss came in a Fight of the Year-caliber unanimous decision to champion Keith Thurman in June, 2016.
Mares (31-3-1, 15 KOs) is a strategic and crowd-pleasing boxer-puncher. His five-fight run between August 2011 and May 2015 produced world championships at 118, 122 and 126 pounds. Born in Mexico, Mares’ split decision win over Jesus Cuellar in December 2016 regained him a 126-pound title, but he lost it in a second classic clash with fellow Los Angeles-based, three-division champion Leo Santa Cruz in June of this year.
With the recently announced deal, the FOX broadcast network and FOX Deportes will feature 10 marquee fight nights in prime time each year, while FS1 and FOX Deportes will telecast 12 fight nights annually. The Emmy Award-winning FOX Sports production team will produce more than 175 hours of original PBC boxing content per year across its channels, including INSIDE PBC BOXING on FOX and FS1, PBC COUNTDOWN and PBC FACE TO FACE shows prior to all fights.
All PBC on FOX Sports programming and events will be streamed live on the FOX Sports app. Follow @PBConFOX on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For more information on FOX Sports, visit FOX Sports Press Pass.
Also in Action! Unbeaten Adam Kownacki Faces Gerald Washington in Heavyweight Attraction
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BROOKLYN (December 12, 2018) – Undefeated WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith “One Time” Thurman returns to the ring after a lengthy injury layoff to defend his title against veteran Josesito Lopez on Saturday, January 26 live in primetime in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.
Televised coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and will see a co-feature featuring fast-rising unbeaten Polish heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki as he clashes with former title challenger Gerald Washington in a 10-round battle. Tickets for the show begin at $50 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com,barclayscenter.com, or by calling 800-745-3000.
Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Group discounts are available by calling 844-BKLYN-GP.
“There is a high level of anticipation and intrigue surrounding the ring return of welterweight champion Keith Thurman, and Josesito Lopez will certainly provide some answers about where Thurman is after nearly two years out of the ring,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “Adam Kownacki and Gerald Washington have the opportunity to show exactly where they stand in the resurgent heavyweight division. Both of them are big heavyweights who love to throw power shots. It’s the kind of night that will have fans on the edge of their seats.”
“I speak for boxing fans everywhere when I say we are eagerly anticipating Keith Thurman’s return to the ring,” said Brett Yormark, CEO of BSE Global. “He has experienced great success at Barclays Center, so it’s fitting that he will lead off a strong year of BROOKLYN BOXING programming in 2019. I also look forward to seeing local favorite Adam Kownacki, who always comes with a strong contingent of loud fans.”
Thurman (28-0, 22 KOs) made a steady rise through the welterweight ranks and reached the pinnacle with hard-fought victories over Shawn Porter and Danny Garcia at Barclays Center, the latter of which earned him a WBC crown in addition to his WBA title. But a string of injuries, including surgery and rehabilitation on his elbow, has sidelined him for nearly two years, calling into question his place amongst the 147-pound elites.
The 30-year-old Thurman, who is still the reigning WBA welterweight champion, is looking to regain his top-tier status in the division starting with Lopez. Thurman, who lives and trains in Clearwater, Florida, enters the ring for the first time since a split decision victory over Garcia on March 4, 2017.
“I’m extremely excited to step back into the ring,” said Thurman. “It’s a little nerve wracking considering the time off and because I want to have a tremendous performance. I want to speak more with my hands more than my words and quiet the naysayers who think that Keith Thurman has lost his passion and skills in boxing. I believe I’m the best welterweight in the division and in the world and I hope to showcase that on January 26 with a knockout. The best fights in the welterweight division have involved Keith Thurman and that will continue to be the case. I’m looking forward to having a tremendous year and showing why I’m number one.”
The 34-year-old Lopez (36-7, 19 KOs) is looking to thwart Thurman’s plans to regain his lofty position in the 147-pound division. Nicknamed “The Riverside Rocky” because of his all-action style, the Riverside, California-native has stepped into the ring against some of the best boxers of this generation. He has rattled off three straight victories since suffering a TKO loss to former welterweight champion Andre Berto in 2015.
Lopez is coming off a unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Miguel Cruz on April 28 live on FOX. “I’m approaching this fight as leaving no stone unturned as I prepare to take that world championship,” Lopez said. “I’ve set up training camp with altitude, chasing chickens, chopping wood – really into putting in the work. Overall the layoff will affect him and there could be a little hesitation, but we’ll see come fight night. The improvements that I’ve made with Robert Garcia the last couple of years will come into play. They’ve strengthened my qualities and I can’t wait to show it to the world.”
Kownacki (18-0, 14 KOs) has risen through the heavyweight ranks with a tough-as-nails brawling style that produced a string of knockout victories and exciting showdowns. His knockout streak ended at four in his last fight when he scored a unanimous decision victory over former heavyweight champion Charles Martin on September. 8.
Kownacki, who was born in Lomza, Poland and now lives in Brooklyn, will be fighting at Barclays Center for a third straight time and the eighth time overall.
“Living in Brooklyn this is like a home game for me,” said Kownacki.” I’ve had some of my best performances at Barclays Center and I can’t wait to step into the ring against Gerald Washington and showcase myself on PBC on FOX. There is nothing better to start off the year than with a knockout and that’s what I plan on doing on January 26 at Barclays Center. I hope all my fans will come out like they always do and have the arena in white and red.”
Washington (19-2-1, 12 KOs) is a 6-foot-6 heavyweight who has been able to use his athletic ability to power his way past most of the opponents he faces. That athleticism will pose a challenge to Kownacki, who could be facing the toughest fight of his career. The 36-year-old Washington of Vallejo, California is a former college football standout at the University of Southern California and a U.S. Navy veteran who has challenged Deontay Wilder for his championship. He is coming off a unanimous decision victory over John Wesley Nofire in his last fight on June 10.
“I can’t wait to show everything I’ve been working on,” said Washington, “Boxing is a sport of truth. It brings the truth to light and it exposed my truth and what I needed to work on. You have to be able to adjust and be comfortable in every situation. You have to be ready for what’s to come. I’m expecting a hard fight from him. He’s a bruiser. He’s tough and he loves to fight. He’s in his hometown and he’s ready and he’s going to bring it, but I’m ready to position myself to fight again for a world title.”
