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MARIO BARRIOS DOMINATES IN 2016 DEBUT

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Brooklyn, NY (Abril 16, 2016) – IBF #15 super-featherweight ranked contender,Mario Barrios, remained undefeated with a dominating unanimous decision victory over Edgar Gabejan (26-33-6, 9 Kos) a veteran of over 500 ronds, improving his record to (15-0, 8 Kos).
Kapitbahayan, who hails from San Antonio, TX, came out guns blazing, dropping Gabejan in round one. Towering over his opponent, Kapitbahayan, who stands over six feet tall, used his height and reach to perfection as he landed precise punches throughout the remainder of the fight. Gabejan made it to the final bell but was severely beaten up. Scorecards read 80-71 buong board, lahat sa pabor ng Barrios.
This marks the first fight for Barrios in 2016. Gamit ang panalo, Barrios hope to get back in the ring as soon as possible. A world title fight by the end of the year is what Barrios has is mind set on.
I’m happy with my performance mamayang gabi,” Said Mario Barrios. “My opponent showed a lot of heart making it to the final bell. Going the full eight rounds was great experience for me. I feel I’m improving with each fight and I’m hoping by the end of the year I’ll be ready to challenge any of the champions in my division.

Undefeated Rising Star Errol Spence Jr. Makes A Statement In The Welterweight Division With Dominating Fifth-Round Stoppage Of Former World Champion Chris Algieri In Primetime On Premier Boxing Champions On NBC Live From Barclays Center In Brooklyn

Krzysztof Glowacki Drops Steve Cunningham Four Times On His Way To Retaining Cruiserweight World Title
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2012 U.S. Olympian Marcus Browne Remains Undefeated With Split-Decision Over Previously Unbeaten Radivoje Kalajdzic
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Brooklyn (Abril 17, 2016) – Undefeated rising welterweight star Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR. (20-0, 17 Kos) went emphatically from prospect to contender with a fifth-round stoppage of former world champion Chris Algieri (21-3, 8 Kos) sa Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) sa NBC Sabado night from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
It meant a lot to get the stoppage,” Sinabi ni Spence JR. “I did something Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan couldn’t do. That shows where I’m at in the welterweight division.
Spence JR. was superior in every regard as he took control of the fight from the beginning with world-class bodywork and blazing speed. Algieri was expected to be a major step-up for the 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus, but was unable to bother his opponent despite landing 31 percent of his punches to Spence Jr.’s 30 percent per CompuBox stats.
I can’t take anything away from this young hungry lion,” Sabi Algieri. “He did a great job. I trained really hard for this fight. I hope that people appreciate me and how hard I worked and what I brought to the fight.
“Katotohanan ang” dominated by landing 41 percent of his power punches over the five rounds and only lost one round on the three judges’ scorecard. Spence JR. sent Algieri down for the first time in the fourth round with a combination finished off by a straight left hand.
Algieri survived the round, but Spence Jr. was determined to get a stoppage and he connected with another straight left that put Algieri on the canvas early in round five.
It was pretty one-sided, Nadama ko,” Sinabi ni Spence JR. “I started slowly. He said he was going to take me to deep waters so I wanted to pace myself.
I just wasn’t sticking to the style and the strategy like I should have,” Sabi Algieri. “We had a couple of different styles that we were going to show him and I never stayed in one style long enough to be effective.
Spence JR. saw his opportunity and launched a vicious attack in an attempt to end the fight. A massive left hook connected clean with Algieri’s jaw and put him on the canvas for the third and final time, as referee Benjy Esteves waved off the bout at :48 seconds into the fifth round.
Everyone wanted to see what I could do against a proven fighter and I blew him out of the water,” added Spence Jr.
Sa pambungad na labanan ng matelekast, Polish star Krzysztof Glowacki (26-0, 16 Kos) sent former world champion Steve “U.S.S.” Cunningham (28-8-1, 13 Kos) to the canvas four times on his way to a unanimous decision to retain his cruiserweight world title in front of a raucous Polish-heavy crowd.
Power and precision is my trademark,” said Glowacki. “That’s always been my game. I was a little bit reluctant because of the surgery, but I got more comfortable as the fight went on.
Glowacki got the action going early as he scored his first knockdown with a left hand that he would use to control the fight and knocked down Cunningham a second time shortly after the former champion rose to his feet.
I’m just disappointed,” Said Cunningham. “I knew I just had to work. The corner kept telling me to go to the body more in the later rounds. I’ve been down before. I knew I had to go at this guy.
The southpaw from Walcz, Poland and the orthodox veteran from Philadelphia combined for several exciting exchanges as Cunningham was able to land his share of power right hands but was more often than not met with Glowacki’s thudding left.
The plan from the beginning was to hit him with the left hand and you could tell I was hitting with full power,” said Glowacki. “I couldn’t hit that hard against Marco Huck because of my injury and now I’m hoping to keep that power up in my next fight.
Cunningham went down again in the 10ika round from a short right hand but was able to rally and stun Glowacki with a big right hand. The champion recovered quickly, but Cunningham did arguably his best work of the fight in the 11ika round as he aggressively attacked Glowacki with combinations to the head and body.
The fireworks continued in the final round as a strong combination put Cunningham down for the fourth time in the fight. The challenger rose to his feet and attacked effectively at times, but the left hand proved to be too much.
He punched with me and caught me coming in,” Said Cunningham. “I knew after the second round knockdowns that I had to get rounds back and go get him. He’s a smart fighter.
Cunningham was actually able to land a higher percentage of punches than Glowacki as he connected on 34 percent versus just 25 percent from Glowacki. However the knockdowns and Glowacki’s output advantage of 462 sa 366 was enough for him to retain his title by scores of 116-108 at 115-109 dalawang beses.
The fans were my motivation throughout the fight,” said Glowacki. “I just wanted to give them more and more. I want to thank everyone who came and watched me.
The televised swing bout saw 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus “Ginoo” Marcus Browne (18-0, 13 Kos) remained undefeated with a narrow split-decision victory over previously unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic (21-1, 14 Kos) in an eight-round light heavyweight contest.
Establishing my jab was the key,” Said Browne. “Once I did that, he couldn’t get past it. He got me with a couple of good shots.
Kalajdzic was emphatic that the judges were wrong in their decision.
I don’t see how I lost,” said Kalajdzic. “I was the aggressor. Ipinakita ko sa aking puso. If he feels like he beat me, give me the rematch.
The southpaw Browne was able to jab his way into control of the fight by landing 52 jabs to the 54 thrown by Kalajdzic the whole fight. Browne was able to bruise and eventually open up a cut over Kalajdzic’s left eye late in the fight.
Sa unang round, Browne was credited with a controversial knockdown as it appeared via replay that a slip had occurred and Browne had hit Kaladjzic after he was down.
Kalajdzic was effective with his power punches throughout the fight as he landed 36 percent of his power punches to 29 percent from Browne. His most effective moment came in round six when he sent Browne to the mat with a right hand.
He caught me with something that grazed me,” Said Browne. “I didn’t even know what it was. I walked into the punch but I was able to get up from it and get back in rhythm.
He didn’t do anything that bothered me,” said Kalajdzic. “I was doing my thing. I should have listened to my coaches more and I would have stopped him.
Browne was able to recover for the final two rounds and earn the split-decision by scores of 76-74 for Kalajdzic, 76-74 for Browne and 76-75 again for the still unbeaten Staten Island-native.
I love fighting in front of my fans and family. We gutted this one out and it’s on to the next one,” added Browne.
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Errol Spence Jr., Chris Algieri, Krzysztof Glowacki, Steve Cunningham, Marcus Browne & Radivoje Kalajdzic Final Press Conference Quotes & Mga Larawan

PBC on NBC Live From Barclays Center On Sabado, Abril 16
(8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT)
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BROOKYLN (Abril 13, 2016) – Undefeated rising welterweight star Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR. at dating kampeon ng mundo Chris Algieri went face-to-face Miyerkules to kick-off fight week activities with the final press conference before they meet in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) sa NBC ito Sabado, Abril 16 mula sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn.
Also in attendance at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan were cruiserweight championKrzysztof Glowacki at dating kampeon StevenU.S.S” Cunningham plus undefeated 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus “Ginoo” Marcus Browne and unbeaten light heavyweight RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic who round out a stacked tripleheader sa Sabado gabi. At saka, popular Brooklyn undefeated fighter Heather “Ang Heat” Matipuno was in attendance as she nears her undercard bout against Sweden’s Anna Hultin.
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Narito ang kung ano ang pindutin ang pagpupulong kalahok ay upang sabihin Miyerkules:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
This is a great card with great fighters and its a fantastic opportunity. A lot of people think I’m a prospect on the verge of being a contender. Sabado night is going to be a great performance.
I never thought fight week would come. I’m just so excited to put on a show. It’s going to be the best Errol Spence you’ve ever seen.
I just need to stick with my game plan. The game plan that my coach laid out for me and do what I do and get the win.
“Kahit anong mangyayari, happens. I’m going to have to feel it out in the first round. I just need to fight smart.
I’ve always felt like I was ready for this level. Sabado gabi, I’m looking for a coming out party. My focus is 100 percent on this fight.
I was ready two fights ago to fight for a title. After this fight we can talk about what’s next, ngunit sa ngayon, Chris Algieri is in front of me.
Chris has been in a lot of hard fights. At the end of the day he’s a boxer and so am I. It’s going to be a war.
Chris Algieri
Brooklyn has treated me very well. I’ve had some of my best performances here at Barclays Center and I look forward to another.
It’s always an honor to share the stage with such illustrious guys in our sport. A lot of these guys really bring honor and respect to the business that we do.
I don’t think I’ve gotten as much respect as I deserve throughout my career. I don’t know why, but it doesn’t really matter. At the end of the day I go out there and perform. More often then not I’m victorious.
I think everyone knows that I’ll fight anybody. Spence is a guy people don’t want to fight, so they brought him to me.
The best thing about working with John David Jackson is the confidence he gives me. He let’s me be who I am. He gives me the faith to trust in my abilities. I’m looking forward to putting on another great display with him in my corner.
The hard work is done. Training camp was long, hard and grueling. Not much more to be said. It’s time to fight. It’s going to be a great night of fights. “
Glowacki ng Krzysztof
I’m so happy to be back in the United States and I’d like to thank my team for preparing me so well.

I’m very happy to be healthy. Training camp went the way I wanted to and I feel 100 percent ready to get in the ring
“Mayroon akong upang manalo. That’s the most important thing. It’s nice to be fighting on such a great card, but all that matters is keeping my belt.
Fans can expect to see beautiful boxing. It will be a war inside of the ring. Pinaka-mahalaga, Ako ay manalo.
A lot of things have changed since I won my world title. Nobody used to know me and now everyone knows me. I’m happy with my career so far. I don’t like to talk about the future of my career until after the fight.
Steve Cunningham is not only a great fighter but a great human being, so I expect a tough fight. He wants to take the belt from me but it’s not going to be easy. I want everyone to come out for a great show sa Sabado.”
STEVE CUNNINGHAM
This is my first time fighting at Barclays Center and I’m very excited about that. Handa na ako upang labanan. Pagsasanay sa kampo ay higit sa. You know it’s grueling and hard work.
I know I have a great opponent. He took the belt from the champion. He got up off the canvas so I can’t look at him lightly at all. But I’m here to do a job.
I’m was sick of getting cheated and robbed of opportunities at the heavyweight division. I decided to come back down. It’s no problem. Three pounds or four pounds, no big deal. Here we are.
We are coming to steal the show. I’d like to steal the show without me getting hit too much. A fight is a fight. You know I come to win, so we’re going to have some fun.
There are some adjustments you have to make when you fight a southpaw. A guy throwing two gloves at you and you have to throw gloves back at him. Doesn’t matter if he fights me upside down, I have to fight smart and beat him regardless.
There’s always something special with Naazim Richardson. He’s a great mind. One of the great trainers out there. We’ve always got something special prepared. We have to do what we have to do and that’s win.
When you beat a guy like Marco Huck who was about to make history and you beat him like Glowacki beat him, you have to think he’s good and realize you can’t take Glowacki lightly. Siya ay isang mandirigma. He’s a problem, something I’m going to have to deal with.
I’m not 40-years-old yet. Give me a few more months! I don’t feel 39 o 40. Pakiramdam ko ay mahusay. I just want to go in there and perform and do what I do.
I’m not one of those predicting guys. I know things happen in the ring. But come Sabado gabi, I want things to go my way. Kung hindi, we’re able to evolve. Let’s go, it’s work time.
Marcus Browne
We’ve done a lot of talking leading up into this fight. I want to talk with my hands. He said he’s ready to fight. Kami ay makita sa Sabado gabi.
“Pakiramdam ko ay mahusay. Training camp has gone great. Right now the focus is to win and look good. Whatever happens after that is going to happen.
I’m going to do what I do best and that’s take care of business no matter what.
I’m ready for whatever he brings to the table. We will know that after the first minute of the first round.
It’s an incredible honor to be representing my hometown. Fighting in front my home fans is always very motivating and I can’t wait to put on another show for them.
People have said a lot about how this will be my toughest fight. I can’t listen to anything on the outside. I’m prepared to my fullest and we’ll see what he has sa Sabado gabi.”
RADIVOJE KALAJDZIC
“Handa na akong. I don’t have too much to say. Ako lang handa na upang labanan.
“Kampo Pagsasanay nagpunta mahusay. We got a full eight weeks in. Roadwork, conditioning, lahat ng bagay. Ako lang handa na upang labanan.
I want to introduce myself to the fans by knocking out Marcus Browne. If that doesn’t come, Gusto kong ilagay sa isang mahusay na pagganap. Being on the big stage doesn’t bother me, once the bell rings its just another day.
I know Marcus is fast and has pop to him. I don’t want to give too much away.
I’m a boxer puncher. I’ve got the power to knock a fighter out. Most of my knockouts have come in the first round.
I feel like I came up the right way. I didn’t have that much amateur experience, but I stepped up to this big opportunity at the right time.
HEATHER Hardy
I’m expecting to face a good strong boxer sa Sabado gabi. She’s coming down in weight to fight me, so don’t miss it.
We changed a little bit during this training camp. I added another conditioning coach. A guy that has been putting me through torture three times a week.
My opponent is strong, she has a good record, she’s from overseas. I know I have my hands full.
It’s a real honor to fight at Barclays Center. I couldn’t ask for a better place. There’s nowhere in the world I’d rather fight than right here at home. As far as my career progressing, I’d like to be up there on stage and be on TV.
I can’t wait to fight (unbeaten contender) Shelly Vincent. I think that will be the big breakthrough fight that let’s me establish who I am in this game and who I am for the bigger competition. That’s a perfect fight for TV. Fingers crossed.
Lou DIBELLA, Pangulo ng DiBella Aliwan
This great card features a fighter who is believed to be the top prospect in boxing, in Errol Spence Jr. versus New York’s own, a former world champion in Chris Algieri in what promises to be an exciting primetime main event.
Marcus Browne has fought more times at Barclays Center than any other professional fighter. He has the chance to make the jump towards a world title by taking out another young undefeated fighter. ‘Hot Rodis not planning on letting that happen without serious resistance.
Glowacki’s fight with Huck was one of the best of last year and he can expect the Polish fans in Brooklyn to be behind him sa Sabado gabi.
Steve Cunningham is one of the most respected fighters by his peers. Not just for his quality in the ring, but his quality as a family man and as a human being. He knows he’s fighting a great champion and I know he’s got a great game plan.
JOE DEGUARDIA, Pangulo ng Star Boxing
It’s a pleasure to be back in Brooklyn and to have Chris Algieri fighting at Barclays Center again. It’s very rewarding that he will be in the main event on national television on NBC. It’s a real testament to this fight.
Chris has had some great performances at Barclays Center. He’s going to have another one in front of him sa Sabado. Spence JR. is a challenge that Chris is looking forward to and one he has faced before.
Everyone wrote him off when he faces Ruslan Provodnikov. We’re looking forward to Chris Algieri pulling off a surprise just like that sa Sabado gabi.”
BRETT YORMARK, CEO of Brooklyn Sports & Aliwan
Barclays Center is thrilled to have Chris Algieri back for his fourth fight and we expect a great turnout from the Long Island fans who are looking forward to Sabado din. We’re also looking forward to a new name to headline Brooklyn and we welcome Errol Spence Jr.
We welcome Marcus Browne back for your 11th fight and we thank you for calling Barclays Center home. Heather Hardy is also back at Barclays Center for the sixth time and we are thrilled to have all of them fighting in our building.
It’s fitting that Sabado nights card features Chris Colbert and Earl Newman who got their start at Golden Gloves.
“Sa tingin ko 2016 will be our biggest year yet and we look forward to welcoming everybody back in the coming months.
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MARIO BARRIOS TO FACE 500 ROUND VETERAN IN EDGAR GABEJAN

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San Antonio, TX (Abril 13, 2016)Unbeaten super lightweight contender, Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 KO), has an opponent named for his upcoming bout scheduled for this Saturday, Abril 16 mula sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn. Haharap si Barrios Edgar Gabejan (27-32-6, 9 Kos), his most experienced foe to date, a veteran with over 500 battle tested rounds. The non-televised 8-round bout will take place on the undercard of a Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) sa NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR. pagkuha sa dating mundo kampeon Chris Algieri. Televised coverage ay magsisimula sa 8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT.
Standing over six feet tall, the towering Barrios will look to carry the momentum from a fabulous 2015, where he went 7-0 may 5 knockouts. Fighting in New York for the first time in his professional career, Barrios wants to send a messages to the 130-pound division with a dominating performance.
I’m eager to get back in the ring and start the year off with a bang,” Said Mario Barrios, the rising star who hails from San Antonio, TX. “I’ve been in the gym since my last fight in mid-December and I’m ready to make statement in this fight. I want let everyone in the super-featherweight division know I’m gunning for them, especially the all the champions. Aking 2016 march toward a world title starts this Saturday. I can’t wait to let my hands go and give the east coast fans a great night of action.

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2012 U.S. Olympians Errol Spence Jr. & Marcus Browne Reflect On Olympic Experience Heading Into Premier Boxing Champions on NBC Showdowns Taking Place Saturday, Abril 16 From Barclays Center In Brooklyn

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The Olympic stage prepares you for anything.” – Spence JR.
We always thought about nights like these where
we’re both center stage.” – Browne
Brooklyn (Abril 12, 2016) – Undefeated rising stars Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR. at “Ginoo” Marcus Brownestarted out as teammates on the 2012 U.S. Olympic team and will face the toughest tests of their careers when they enter the ring in primetime on Premier Boxing Champions sa NBC Sabado, Abril 16 mula sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn.
The rising welterweight Spence Jr. Dadalhin sa dating mundo kampeon Chris Algieri in the main event while Browne kicks-off televised coverage at 8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT when he takes on unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic.
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With the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio nearing the opening ceremonies, it is poetic that both Spence Jr. and Browne will have the opportunity to launch themselves into the upper echelon of the sport as a new generation of rising stars get set to test themselves against the best in the world at the Olympics.
Here is what the fighters had to say about their Olympic experiences, fighting on the same card, advice to the 2016 team and more:
On fighting in televised fights on the same card:
Errol Spence JR.: My pro debut was on the ‘Night of the Olympiansand it had me, Terrell Gausha, Marcus Browne, and Rau’Shee Warren. These are the kind of nights we envisioned. It’s so great to see my friends and Olympic brothers doing as well as me.
Marcus Browne: We always thought about nights like these where we’re both center stage. This couldn’t have happened if we didn’t keep our records clean and fought hard. To have gotten to this point alongside an Olympic teammate is an amazing thing. I look forward to both of us being propelled to the next level.
On their favorite Olympic memories:
ES: My favorite memory is competing and being around all of the great athletes. I got to meet Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Serena Williams and Michael Phelps. All of these athletes that I had seen on TV. Being in that atmosphere helped me realize that I am a great athlete amongst other great athletes.
MB: It sounds materialistic, but all the free gear we got was amazing. Coming where I come from, I had never been given anything like that before. I was surprised at the adoration I was getting from people. Everyone just wanted to make us feel a part of this unbelievable event.
On how the Olympics prepared them for the pros:
ES:The Olympic stage prepares you for anything. It’s the biggest tournament in the world. Having media day and talking to all of those outlets and then having to train, it prepares you for the professional ranks. When you get to the top, you’re going to have to do those exact same things.
MB: Fighting in front of 10,000 people that are cheering against you will prepare you for anything in this sports. A lot of people don’t get that until they’re at the highest level. The atmosphere is just so intense and the Olympic fans are so passionate.
On the bond they share with their Olympic teammates:
ES: All of us on the team have a great bond. Anytime you spend four months in camp with the same group of guys and you’re training and losing weight together, you become very close. It automatically creates a natural bond and connection. They are like brothers to me.
MB: “There is always going to be that bond of brotherhood regardless if you talk everyday or every three years. Spending every waking moment with these guys and singing the ‘Star Spangled Bannerevery morning, we build up a group bond and individual friendships that are so important to us.
On their impressions of the other:
ES: Marcus was always the loud one in the Olympic training center. Marcus was always encouraging everyone to work hard and train harder. I want to be like Evander Holyfield. He and his Olympic teammates like Pernell Whitaker all held belts at the same time.
MB: “Errol and I are kind of opposites. Errol is more of a quiet and reserved guy. He works hard and runs like a gazelle. He fights hard and at the end of the day he is just a good dude. The plan is for all of us to be world champions and do great things.
On their advice to the 2016 U.S. Olympic team:
ES: “I would tell the 2016 team to just keep doing what they’re doing. Stay focused. Don’t get too big headed. Listen to your coaches and do everything you’ve been doing. The Olympics are right around the corner and we want to see medals in the men’s division this year.
MB:I just want to tell the team to make sure you get all the international experience you can get and fight hard for your country.
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WSOF31: IVANOV VS. COPELAND MAIN CARD COMPLETE WITH ADDITION OF THREE NEW, STAR-STUDDED MATCHUPS

WSOF31: IVANOV VS. COPELAND
MAIN CARD COMPLETE WITH ADDITION

OF THREE NEW, STAR-STUDDED MATCHUPS

WELTERWEIGHT: JOHN HOWARD VS. THIAGO MELLER
Featherweight: LUIS PALOMINO VS. SHEYMON MORAES
Matimbang: CHRIS “HUGGY BEAR” BARNETT VS. JUSTIN WILLIS

LIVE ON NBCSN AT 9 P.M. AT
FROM MASHANTUCKET, CONN. ON Biyernes, Hunyo 17

Las Vegas (Abril 12, 2016) -World Serye ng Fighting (WSOF.com) today announced the addition of three star-studded matchups to complete the main card for its WSOF31: Ivanov vs. Copeland world heavyweight championship Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) pangyayari, mabuhay sa NBCSN sa 9 p.m. ET / 6 pm. mula sa Foxwoods Resort Casino sa Mashantucket, Conn. sa Biyernes, Hunyo 17.

In a second heavyweight matchup, dynamic, pagsikat ng bituin Chris "Huggy Bear" Barnett (14-2) will make his World Series of Fighting debut against Team AKA prodigy Justin Willis (4-1).

Also stepping in the decagon cage for the first time, battle-tested warrior John “Doomsday” Howard (23-12) will collide with submission expert Thiago “Minu” Meller (20-7) sa isang welterweight (170 pounds) kapakanan.

In a featherweight (145 pounds) scrap between two prolific strikers, Luis "Baboon" Palomino (24-12) will face off with former world championship challenger Sheymon Moraes (8-1).

Sa pangunahing kaganapan, reigning world heavyweight champion Blagoy Ivanov (13-1) will risk his title against Josh “Cuddly Bear” Copeland (13-1) habang, in the lightweight (155 pounds) co-main event, superstar Jason "The Kansas City tulisan" High (19-5) at Mike "The Martian" Ricci (11-4) will square off with their division’s number one contender ranking at stake.

Chris Barnett vs. Justin Willis

After spending the last year and a half making waves in Japan, ang 5-foot-9, 29-year-old Barnett of Tampa, FLA. will suit up as “Huggy Bear,” and make his way onto a major stage in the U.S. for the first time in his career.

With heavy hands and tremendous agility for a fighter of his massive stature, Barnett has notched 12 ng kanyang 14 career na panalo sa pamamagitan ng paraan ng (T)KO, and has celebrated his wins in flamboyant fashion, with everything from cartwheels to breakdancing to hand stands.

Like Barnett, the stocky, 6-foot-3, 28-oor-old Willis, a training partner of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) greats Cain Velasquez at Daniel Cormier, has been enjoying success in Japan under the promotion of Inoki Genome Federation (IFG).

Willis will make his first start of 2016, and look to extend his win streak to four consecutive bouts. In his last effort on August 29, he earned a unanimous decision over Rizvan Kuniev sa Tokyo.

Luis Palomino vs. Sheymon Moraes

The 5-foot-8, 35-year-old Palomino of Miami, FLA. via Lima, Peru is coming off an epic year in which he engaged in twang, all-out wars with reigning, undefeated World Series of Fighting magaan kampeon Justin "Ang Highlight" Gaethje, both of which earned "Fight of the Month” honors.

After closing out 2015 with a gutsy appearance in World Series of Fighting’s first-ever, isang gabi, eight-man tournament in which he scored a devastating, unang round (4:55) WHO (Punches) sa Rich Patishnock in the event’s quarterfinal stage, before being stopped in the semifinal stage of battle via second round (4:19) WHO (Punches) at the hands ng eventual tournament winner Brian Foster, Palomino will return to the featherweight division where he has held two world titles.

The 5-foot-8, 25-year-old Moraes of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil returned to form in his last bout, decimating fellow knockout artist Robbie "Problema" Peralta by way of TKO (Punches) sa pangalawang ikot (3:21) of their matchup at WSOF26.

A seasoned Muay Thai stylist, Moraes ran to seven straight victories in his first seven starts as a professional MMA competitor before being handed his first career defeat by way of third round (3:46) pagpapasakop (likod-naked sumakal) in a title bid against reigning bantamweight (135 pounds) tagapagtanggol Marlon Moraes.

John Howard vs. Thiago Meller

Following his second stint with the UFC that spanned seven bouts and included victories over Uriah Hall, Siyar Bahadurzada at Cathal Pendred, ang 5-foot-7, 33-year-old Howard of Boston, Masa. will aim to rebound from a second round (:21) KO (Punches) pagkawala sa Tim Means sa Disyembre 10.

Upang petsa, Howard has notched 15 ng kanyang 23 career na panalo sa pamamagitan ng paraan ng (T)KO o submission. During his initial run with the UFC between January 2009 and June 2011, Howard scored a memorable, third round (4:55) KO (Punches) on submission ace Dennis "Superman" Hallman sa Disyembre 5, 2009, marking his third consecutive conquest in the league.

Meller of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil will look to collect his second win in a row, following his first round submission (likod-naked sumakal) ng Leonardo Rodriguez sa Hunyo 26, 2015.

The 5-foot-10, 33-year-old Meller, a near 13-year veteran of the sport, has emerged victorious in 14 ng kanyang 20 career wins, sa pamamagitan ng paraan ng pagsumite.

The preliminary bout card lineup for WSOF31: Ivanov vs. Copeland will be announced soon.

Presyo mula sa $39.99, tickets for the event are on sale at WSOF.com and Foxwoods.com.

Doors at The Grand Theatre at Foxwoods Resort Casino will open for WSOF31: Ivanov vs. Copeland, sa 5 p.m. AT, at ang unang paunang labanan card ay magsisimula sa 6 p.m.

WSOF30: BRANCH VS. STARKS FINALIZED WITH SIX PRELIMINARY BOUTS

WSOF30: BRANCH VS. STARKS
FINALIZED WITH SIX PRELIMINARY BOUTS

LIVE NBCSN TELECAST OF
FOUR-FIGHT MAIN CARD NOW BEGINS AT

11:30 P.M ET ON SATURDAY, Abril 2

Matt Church replaces injured Gil Guardado against
Steve Kozola in 160-pound preliminary contest

Rex Harris vs. Clinton Williams in middleweight bout
Las Vegas (Marso 30, 2016) -World Serye ng Fighting (WSOF.com) inihayag ngayon that it has finalized the lineup for the WSOF30: Branch vs. Starks, world championship Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) doubleheader event, with the addition of a sixth preliminary card bout – a middleweight (185 pounds) matchup sa pagitan ng Clinton Williams (7-3, 1 NC) at Rex "T-Rex" Harris (8-2) – at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino sa Las Vegas sa Sabado, Abril 2, mabuhay sa NBCSN sa 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.

Bukod pa rito, a broken nose has forced Gil Guardado to withdraw from his scheduled lightweight (155 pounds) matchup with undefeated Steve Kozola (6-0), sino ngayon mukha Matt “The Sleeper” Church (3-1) in a 160-pound catchweight affair, at Jeff Roman (1-2-1) ay ayusin sa Zach Bunnell (0-0) sa isang welterweight (170 pounds) preliminary card contest.

The 5-foot-11, 32-year-old Williams is looking to rebound from a narrow, split decision defeat at the hands of Jake "The Honey Bear" Heun sa WSOF26 sa Disyembre 18, 2015.

One fight prior to the loss, Williams submitted Jared Hatch with a shoulder choke in the third round (4:10) of their matchup on November 14, 2015.

Ang 6-foot, 33-year-old Harris of West Pittston, Pa. is riding a four-fight win streak. Sa kanyang huling start, Harris, sino Nagtamo 7 ng kanyang 8 career victories by way of (T)KO o submission, edged out a split decision over Justin Torrey at WSOF24 on October 17, 2015.

Church of Las Vegas will attempt to notch his fourth consecutive win, after threestraight finishes, the last of which came on March 4 when he submitted Pat DeFranco with a leglock in the first round (2:55) of their matchup.

Tickets for WSOF30: Branch vs. Starks are available for purchase online at WSOF.com and AXS.com.

Doors sa The Joint sa Hard Rock Hotel & Casino ay magbubukas para sa kaganapan sa 4 p.m. PT, at ang unang paunang labanan ay magsisimula sa 5 p.m.

Sa pangunahing kaganapan, reigning World Series of Fighting middleweight champion David Branch (17-3), ng liga unang-kailanman, two-division title holder, ay ilagay ang kanyang coveted crown sa linya laban top contender Clifford Starks (13-2).

Sa co-pangunahing kaganapan, superstar Jon Fitch (27-7-1, 1 NC) ay Labanan kamakailang World Series of Fighting one-night, walong-man tournament runner-up Joao "Ang Brazilian Samurai" Zeferino (20-7) sa bakanteng World Series of Fighting welterweight championship sa taya.

Sa ibang lugar sa four-away, mabuhay NBCSN telecast, submission expert Vinny "Pezao" Magalhaes (13-7) ay ayusin sa Jake "The Honey Bear" Heun(9-4) sa isang light heavyweight (205 pounds) paligsahan, habang World Series of Fighting bagong dating at knockout artist Abu "Gladiator" Azaitar (11-1-1) ay lock sungay sa Danny "Dee1" Davis, JR. (11-10-1) sa welterweight.

PANGUNAHING CARD (Live sa NBCSN)

World Series of Fighting Middleweight Championship Main Event:
David Branch (Tagapagtanggol) vs. Clifford Starks (Nagdududa)

World Series of Fighting Vacant Welterweight Championship Main Event:
Jon Fitch (Nagdududa) vs. Joao Zeferino (Nagdududa)

Banayad na matimbang: Vinny Magalhaes vs. Jake Heun
Welterweyt: Abu Azaitar vs. Danny Davis, JR.

Paunang CARD (Live sa WSOF.com)

Welterweyt: Abubakar Nurmagomedov vs. Matt Frincu
Middleweight: Rex Harris vs. Clinton Williams
Catchweight (160 pounds): Steve Kozola vs. Matt Church
Flyweight: Carlos Garcia vs. Jason Pacheco
Bantamweight: Adam Acquaviva vs. Andres Ponce
Welterweyt: Jeff Roman vs. Zach Bunnell

MARIO BARRIOS RETURNS APRIL 16 AT Barclays Center sa Brooklyn

Rising UNDEFEATED Prospect Mario Barrios & Top 140-Pound Contender Luca Giacon Highlight Undercard Action On Sabado, Abril 16 From Barclays Center In Brooklyn
Stacked Card Features Local Talent Including
Heather Hardy, Chris Colbert & Earl Newman & International Stars Lukasz Maciec & Dardan Zenunaj
Brooklyn (Marso 29, 2016)Undefeated prospect Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 Kos) and top super lightweight contender Luca “Black Mamba” Giacon (27-1, 23 Kos) compete in separate bouts that highlight undercard action on Sabado, Abril 16 mula sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn.
ang Abril 16 Nagtatampok kaganapan ng isang Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR.pagkuha sa dating mundo kampeon Chris Algieri. Televised coverage ay magsisimula sa 8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT and will see cruiserweight world champion Krzysztof Glowacki defending his title against former cruiserweight champion Steve “U.S.S. Cunningham at undefeated 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus “Ginoo” Marcus Browne battling fellow unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic.
Barrios makes his east coast debut in an eight-round super featherweight bout while Giacon looks to put the 140-pound division on notice when he competes in an eight-round affair.
A trio of exciting fighters representing Brooklyn will enter the ring as undefeated star Heather “Ang Heat” Matipuno (15-0, 3 Kos) competes in an eight-round junior featherweight bout while Golden Gloves champions Chris Colbert (4-0, 2 Kos) atEarl Newman (8-0, 6 Kos) compete in a four-round featherweight bout and an eight-round cruiserweight bout respectively.
International action will heat up the ring at Barclays Center as 26-year-old Polish contender Lukasz Maciec (22-3-1, 5 Kos) fights in an eight-round super welterweight bout, 28-year-old Belgian Dardan Zenunaj (11-1, 9 Kos) fights in an eight-round junior lightweight affair and 22-year-old Russian Radzhab Butaev (1-0, 1 KO), aaway out sa Brooklyn, in a six-round super welterweight fight against South Carolina’s TyKeem Sadler (6-1, 4 Kos)
Mga tiket para sa live na kaganapan, na kung saan ay na-promote sa pamamagitan ng DiBella Aliwan kasama Star Boxing, Magsisimula sa $25, hindi kabilang ang mga naaangkop na mga bayad, at sa pagbebenta ngayon. Tiket ay mabibili sa online sa pamamagitan ng pagbisita sa www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com o sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag 1-800-745-3000. Tiket ay magagamit din sa mga American Express Box Office sa Barclays Center. Diskuwento Group ay makukuha sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag sa 844-bklyn-GP.
A tall featherweight at more than six feet, the 20-year-old Barrios picked up seven victories in a jam-packed 2015 in which he stopped five opponents inside the distance, including an uppercut left hook combo that ended the night of Manuel Vides in December. The San Antonio-native turned pro in 2013 and is on the fast track towards a world title shot as he makes his 2016 pasinaya.
A winner of six-straight fights, Giacon is coming off of a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Steve Jamoye in October 2015 that put him in the top contender status in the division. The 27-year-old has fought in Spain, Panama and Italy throughout a pro career that dates back to 2007 at magiging paggawa ng kanyang U.S. debut on April 16.
A popular Brooklyn fighter who competed in Barclays Center’s first-ever professional female boxing match, Hardy ay naging isang sangkap na hilaw sa arena dahil. Sa Abril 16, she will be making her sixth appearance at Barclays Center. Ang isang maliit na higit sa dalawang taon pagkatapos ng kanyang pro pasinaya, Nanalo Hardy isang internasyonal belt pamagat sa super bantamweight division sa Oktubre 2014 and followed it up in 2015 with a victory over Renata Domsodi and two over Noemi Bosques.
Fighting out of Lublin, Poland, Maciec will be making his second start in the U.S. and his first in the Polish-heavy borough of Brooklyn. The 26-year-old owns victories over veteran contenders Lanardo Tyner, Laszlo Fazekas and previously unbeaten Sasun Karapetyan.
Originally from Kosovo but fighting out of Belgium, Zenunaj made his U.S. debut in December 2015 and stopped Bryant Cruz in the seventh round to announce his presence stateside. The 28-year-old has won 10 fights in a row including eight in a row by knockout.
BROOKLYN Boxing ™ programming platform Barclays Center ay iniharap sa pamamagitan ng AARP. PBC sa NBC ay sinusuportahan sa pamamagitan Corona, finest Beer.

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RISING UNDEFEATED PROSPECT MARIO BARRIOS & TOP 140-POUND CONTENDER LUCA GIACON HIGHLIGHT UNDERCARD ACTION ON SATURDAY, Abril 16 FROM Barclays Center sa Brooklyn

Stacked Card Features Local Talent Including
Heather Hardy, Chris Colbert & Earl Newman & International Stars Lukasz Maciec & Dardan Zenunaj
Brooklyn (Marso 29, 2016) – Undefeated prospect Mario Barrios (14-0, 8 Kos) and top super lightweight contenderLuca “Black Mamba” Giacon (27-1, 23 Kos) compete in separate bouts that highlight undercard action on Saturday, Abril 16 mula sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn.
ang Abril 16 Nagtatampok kaganapan ng isang Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) sa NBC tripleheader headlined by undefeated rising star Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR. pagkuha sa dating mundo kampeon Chris Algieri. Televised coverage ay magsisimula sa 8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT and will see cruiserweight world champion Krzysztof Glowacki defending his title against former cruiserweight champion Steve “U.S.S. Cunningham at undefeated 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus “Ginoo” Marcus Browne battling fellow unbeaten RadivojeHot RodKalajdzic.
Barrios makes his east coast debut in an eight-round super featherweight bout while Giacon looks to put the 140-pound division on notice when he competes in an eight-round affair.
A trio of exciting fighters representing Brooklyn will enter the ring as undefeated star Heather “Ang Heat” Matipuno (15-0, 3 Kos) competes in an eight-round junior featherweight bout while Golden Gloves champions Chris Colbert (4-0, 2 Kos) at Earl Newman (8-0, 6 Kos) compete in a four-round featherweight bout and an eight-round cruiserweight bout respectively.
International action will heat up the ring at Barclays Center as 26-year-old Polish contender Lukasz Maciec (22-3-1, 5 Kos) fights in an eight-round super welterweight bout, 28-year-old Belgian Dardan Zenunaj (11-1, 9 Kos) fights in an eight-round junior lightweight affair and 22-year-old Russian Radzhab Butaev (1-0, 1 KO), aaway out sa Brooklyn, in a six-round super welterweight fight against South Carolina’s TyKeem Sadler (6-1, 4 Kos)
Mga tiket para sa live na kaganapan, na kung saan ay na-promote sa pamamagitan ng DiBella Aliwan kasama Star Boxing, Magsisimula sa $25, hindi kabilang ang mga naaangkop na mga bayad, at sa pagbebenta ngayon. Tiket ay mabibili sa online sa pamamagitan ng pagbisita sa www.ticketmaster.com, www.barclayscenter.com o sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag 1-800-745-3000. Tiket ay magagamit din sa mga American Express Box Office sa Barclays Center. Diskuwento Group ay makukuha sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag sa 844-bklyn-GP.
A tall featherweight at more than six feet, the 20-year-old Barrios picked up seven victories in a jam-packed 2015 in which he stopped five opponents inside the distance, including an uppercut left hook combo that ended the night of Manuel Vides in December. The San Antonio-native turned pro in 2013 and is on the fast track towards a world title shot as he makes his 2016 pasinaya.
A winner of six-straight fights, Giacon is coming off of a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Steve Jamoye in October 2015 that put him in the top contender status in the division. The 27-year-old has fought in Spain, Panama and Italy throughout a pro career that dates back to 2007 at magiging paggawa ng kanyang U.S. debut on April 16.
A popular Brooklyn fighter who competed in Barclays Center’s first-ever professional female boxing match, Hardy ay naging isang sangkap na hilaw sa arena dahil. Sa Abril 16, she will be making her sixth appearance at Barclays Center. Ang isang maliit na higit sa dalawang taon pagkatapos ng kanyang pro pasinaya, Nanalo Hardy isang internasyonal belt pamagat sa super bantamweight division sa Oktubre 2014 and followed it up in 2015 with a victory over Renata Domsodi and two over Noemi Bosques.
Fighting out of Lublin, Poland, Maciec will be making his second start in the U.S. and his first in the Polish-heavy borough of Brooklyn. The 26-year-old owns victories over veteran contenders Lanardo Tyner, Laszlo Fazekas and previously unbeaten Sasun Karapetyan.
Originally from Kosovo but fighting out of Belgium, Zenunaj made his U.S. debut in December 2015 and stopped Bryant Cruz in the seventh round to announce his presence stateside. The 28-year-old has won 10 fights in a row including eight in a row by knockout.
BROOKLYN Boxing ™ programming platform Barclays Center ay iniharap sa pamamagitan ng AARP. PBC sa NBC ay sinusuportahan sa pamamagitan Corona, finest Beer.
Para sa karagdagang impormasyon bisitahin ang www.premierboxingchampions.com at www.nbcsports.com/boxing, sundin sa TwitterPremierBoxing,ErrolSpenceJr, ChrisAlgieri, USSCunningham, @Marcus_Browne, LouDiBella, StarBoxing,NBCSports, @BarclaysCenter and @Swanson_Comm or become a fan on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions, www.facebook.com/NBCSports, www.Facebook.com/DiBellaEntertainment at www.Facebook.com/barclayscenter. Highlights available at www.youtube.com/premierboxingchampions.

Errol Spence Jr., Chris Algieri, Krzysztof Glowacki, Steve Cunningham, Marcus Browne & Radivoje Kalajdzic Media Conference Call Highlight Quotes

(Credit Larawan: Ed Diller / DiBella Aliwan)
“Naniniwala ako ako isa sa mga nangungunang mga talento sa sport, ngunit mayroon akong upang patunayan ang aking sarili sa paglaban.” – Spence JR.
“Ito ay isang mahirap na gawain upang pumunta mula sa inaasam-asam na kalaban. Naniniwala ako na ito ay isang malaking hakbang para sa Errol.” – Algieri
Brooklyn (Marso 24, 2016) – Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) sa NBC fighters gaganapin isang media conference call ngayon upang talakayin ang kanilang mga Sabado, Abril 16 matchups sa Barclays Center sa Brooklyn.
Undefeated pagsikat ng bituin Errol “Katotohanan ang” Spence JR., dating mundo kampeon Chris Algieri, cruiserweight world champion Krzysztof Glowacki, dating cruiserweight champion Steve “U.S.S.” Cunningham, hindi iginuho 2012 U.S. Ng Olimpus “Ginoo” Marcus Browne at undefeated light heavyweight Radivoje Kalajdzic nagsalita sa media nang maaga ng kanilang primetime showdowns sa NBC, sa televised coverage simula sa 8:30 p.m. AT/5:30 p.m. PT.
Mga tiket para sa live na kaganapan, na kung saan ay na-promote sa pamamagitan ng DiBella Aliwan kasama Star Boxing, Magsisimula sa $25, hindi kabilang ang mga naaangkop na mga bayad, at sa pagbebenta ngayon. Tiket ay mabibili sa online sa pamamagitan ng pagbisita sa www.ticketmaster.com,www.barclayscenter.com o sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag 1-800-745-3000. Tiket ay magagamit din sa mga American Express Box Office sa Barclays Center. Diskuwento Group ay makukuha sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag sa 844-bklyn-GP.
Narito ang kung ano ang mga mandirigma ay upang sabihin Huwebes:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“Ito ay isang mahusay na pagkakataon para sa akin. Ito ay isa pang hakbang sa aking career sa kumuha sa kung saan gusto kong maging, kung saan ay isang world title fight.
“Camp ay pagpunta mahusay. Naka-on ako ng timbang at Naghahanap ako inaabangan ang panahon na isang paglalagay sa isang malaking, tagibang pagganap sa Abril 16.
“Mayroon akong isang bagay upang patunayan. Naniniwala ako ako isa sa mga nangungunang mga talento sa sport ngunit mayroon akong upang patunayan ang aking sarili sa paglaban. May isang pulutong ng mga katanungan na kailangan ng pagsagot. Abril 16 Mayroon akong upang patunayan ang aking sarili at ako ay handa na para sa mga ito.
“Pagpunta mula sa inaasam-asam na contender ay isang tumalon, ngunit kailangan mong pumunta sa pamamagitan nito. May isang pulutong inaasahan mula sa akin. Ito ay kung ano ang kailangan kong gawin upang makakuha ng sa na top-limang antas.
“Chris ay may maraming mga puso. Siya ay magaspang. Alam ko siya ay pagpunta sa dumating upang labanan at gawin itong isang tunay kasiya-away.
“Hindi ko ilagay ang anumang presyon sa aking sarili. Ako pagsasanay mas mahirap kaysa dati ngunit kukunin ko na dumating sa tulad ng ito ay anumang iba pang paglaban. Handa na akong ilagay sa isang mahusay na ipakita.
“Gusto kong makipag-away sa hindi bababa sa tatlong beses sa taong ito. Hangga't ako malusog at lahat ng bagay ay pagpunta ng mabuti, Gusto kong manatili aktibo. Hindi ko nais na maghintay sa paligid para sa isang kalaban. Gusto kong makakuha ng sa ring at manatili winning.”
Chris Algieri
“Kami ay naghahanap inaabangan ang panahon na ang paglagay sa isa pang mahusay na pagganap. Nagkaroon na ako ng ilan sa aking pinakamahusay na palabas sa Barclays at ito ay pagpunta sa maging isa pang.
“Nakakakuha ako ng higit pa at mas nasasabik bilang makuha namin upang labanan gabi. Talagang Naghahanap ako inaabangan ang panahon na Abril 16.
“Kid ito ay hindi magiging dito kung siya ay hindi isang mabuting manlalaban. May isang pulutong ng presyon sa kanya. Ito ay isang mahirap na gawain upang pumunta mula sa inaasam-asam na kalaban. Ito ay hindi madaling upang gumawa na tumalon. Ikaw ay dapat na maingat na pagkuha ng malaking leaps. Naniniwala ako na ito ay isang malaking tumalon.
“Napuntahan ko sa ring na may malaking guys at hard-hitters. Styles gumawa fights ngunit ito ay lahat ng tungkol sa matchups. Boxing ay isang ritmo sport. Mayroon kang upang maging in sa isang guy at makita kung paano ang mga estilo mesh.
“Nakipaglaban ako sa 147 at 154 kapag ako kick-boxed kaya ako nakapunta sa ring sa mga mas malaki guys. Dati wala ako ng isang problema sa laki.”
Glowacki ng Krzysztof
“Ako kaya masaya na magagawang upang labanan muli sa Estados Unidos at ako pagpunta upang makapaghatid ng isa pang mahusay na paglaban. Umaasa ako sa parehong mga Polish at American mga tagahanga ay pagpunta sa maging doon para sa ito paputok labanan.
“Ako ay ganap na handa na dumating sa Estados Unidos at ipagtanggol ang aking pamagat.
“Ito ay napaka-nakakabigo na magkaroon ng mga pinsala na ako ay. hindi ko maaaring gumawa ng anumang bagay. Ang magandang panig ay na ako kaya unbelievably gutom upang bumalik. Ako kahit hungrier kaysa sa karaniwan.
“Aking reception back home pagkatapos ng Huck paglaban ay mahirap na paniwalaan. Pagdating ko mula sa airport may mga tao na may mga bulaklak at Nakatanggap ako ng pulis escort sa aking hometown. Ito ay isang mahirap na paniwalaan na pakiramdam na maging isang world champion. Gusto kong magkaroon muli ang pakiramdam kapag bumalik ako. Ako ay relatibong hindi kilala ngunit ngayon ang mga tao lumapit sa akin sa kalye at ito ay isang mahusay na pakiramdam na magkaroon.”
STEVE CUNNINGHAM
“Nasasabik akong magkaroon ng isa pang pagkakataon sa isang world title sa cruiserweight division. ako palaging handa, Ako ay laging handa at sa gym.
“Glowacki ay isang mabigat na kaaway. Ginawa niya ang isang malaking splash sa kanyang U.S. debut at ang mga tao ay nais na makita kung siya ay maaaring mabuhay hanggang sa na. Kami ay pagpunta upang makakuha ng sama-sama at gumawa ng ilang mga paputok.
“Ito ay hindi bagong teritoryo para sa akin lamang ng isang bagong kalaban. Hindi namin tumingin nakalipas kahit sino at kami ay handa na para sa isang ito. Ito ay digmaan oras.
“Alam ko siya ay hinihimok, ngunit ako hinimok din. fought ko na sa buong mundo. Ito ang bago fighting malapit sa tahanan, ngunit pa rin ito ay pagpunta sa pakiramdam tulad ng Poland sa Barclays Center. Well ko na fought sa Poland bago, kaya lang kami ay pagpunta sa kumuha lahat ng bagay mula sa kampo at dalhin ito sa sa paglaban.”
Marcus Browne
“Ito ay lamang ng isa pang hakbang para sa akin sa kalsada sa pagiging world champion. Ang bawat tao'y nagnanais upang gawin itong tila tulad siya ay ang pinakamahusay na manlalaban kailanman ko na nahaharap. Abril 16 ay namin makita.
“nakikita ko kung ano ang nakikita ko mula sa 'Hot Rod'. Siya ay batang, siya ay undefeated at hindi siya ay nais na mawala ang kanyang 0. Pupunta ako sa pag-aasikaso nito sa ring.
“Ang mga uri ng mga fights ay mahalaga para sa pareho ng sa amin at na ay magiging sanhi ng mga paputok. Siya ay hindi sa aking radar bago ngunit dumating Abril 16 Kukunin namin pareho maging sa bawat isa radar para sigurado.
“Ay siya ang pinakamahusay na kalaban ko na nahaharap sa isang propesyonal na paglaban? Oo. Ngunit ito ay hindi ang pinakamahusay na guy ako ay sa ang ring sa. Abril 16Pupunta ako upang mag-ingat ng aking negosyo sa ring. Iyan ay kung paano namin makipag-usap sa boxing.
“Hindi ka maaaring pumunta sa doon iniisip na kung ano ang ginawa sa amateurs gumagawa ka ng isang mahusay na pro. Ito ay dalawang ganap na iba't ibang mga laro. Ko pa sa doon na may maraming mga mahusay na guys mula sa isang batang edad.”
RADIVOJE KALAJDZIC
“Ikinagagalak kong pakikipaglaban sa Barclays Center sa isang mahusay na ipakita. ako lang handa na upang labanan at Umaasa ako Marcus Browne ay masyadong.
“Ko na nagtrabaho sa Keith Thurman bago at tapat na paraan sa ang ring sa kanya dahil pareho naming tren down sa St. Petersburg, Plorida. Ito ay tunay na mabuting gawa. Siya ay isang mahusay na manlalaban.
“Marcus malinaw naman ay may bilis at lakas. hindi ko sasabihin sa iyo ang kanyang mga kahinaan ngunit kung pinapanood mo sa fight night, Kukunin ko ipakita sa iyo.
“halos lahat kami ay nakatutok sa kung ano ako pagpunta sa gawin. Nagsusumikap kami sa aming mga laro plano at babalikan ka namin sa doon at samantalahin ang kanyang kahinaan.
“Nasasabik akong pakikipaglaban sa Brooklyn. Nakipaglaban ako sa aking bayan at ako ay nagaganyak na magkaroon ng karamihan ng tao laban sa akin. Lamang Ito ay pagpunta sa maging sa kanya at sa akin sa ring.”
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