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MARIO BARRIOS TRAINING CAMP QUOTES AND PHOTOS

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WBA Super Lightweight Champion Barrios Takes on Four-Time World Champion Gervonta Davis Headlining SHOWTIME PPV®Dé Sathairn,
Meitheamh 26 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta

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HAYWARD, CALIF. (Meitheamh 10, 2021) – Unbeaten WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios shared updates on training camp and previewed his upcoming showdown against four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis before they square off in the SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Meitheamh 26 from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, ar díol anois agus is féidir iad a cheannach agticketmaster.com.

The 26-year-old Barrios will be looking for a signature victory on June 26, and will bring a 5 ½ inch height advantage into the matchup against Davis. Since moving up to 140-pounds, Barrios is 9-0 le hocht knockouts, and scored multiple knockdowns in the only fight that went the distance, his title-winning performance over Batyr Akhmedov. The San Antonio-native is buoyed by having renowned veteran trainer Virgil Hunter in his corner.

Here is what Barrios and Hunter had to say about training camp, Davis and more:

MARIO BARRIOS

“This is a huge opportunity for me. Gervonta Davis has a huge name in the sport and outside of it. This is the type of fight that can accelerate both of our names after June 26.

“I think Gervonta and his team might have bit off more than they could chew with this fight. I’m not one to talk too much, but we’ll see how it plays out when we step into the ring on June 26.

“’Tank’ is going to be in there with a full blown 140-pounder. He’s not going against someone past their prime or going up in weight. I’m a guy who goes out and gets stoppages. He’s facing someone just as dangerous as he is, but two weight classes higher than what he’s used to seeing.

“We know Gervonta is a dangerous fighter. We know the threat that we have in front of us. But I’m just as dangerous, if not more dangerous. I’ve been dangerous at 140 pounds for quite some time now.

“I have speed, power and explosiveness, just like Gervonta. But I have the length and physical stature to present problems that he’s never faced before.

“I know that I have power that carries from round one through round 12. He’s not used to being at this weight and we’re going to see how he handles that move up.

“I’m confident because I have a great team behind me. I’ve had a tremendous training camp. I go into every fight with confidence in my preparation. Just like every fight, I’m more than prepared for fight night.

“This is going to be fireworks from the opening bell. We have everything we need to make this the ‘Fight of the Year’.

“This is the moment that I’ve been dreaming of since I was a kid. It just goes to show that everything I’ve been working for my whole life is now unfolding in front of me. This is just the beginning and I’m ready to seize this opportunity.”

VIRGIL HUNTER, Barrios’ Trainer

“The preparation is going really well. We feel really good. Mario is as ready as he can be, so we’re looking forward to an exciting fight. He understands the importance of this fight. It’s a career-defining fight at this stage of his career, so he understands the significance of it. He understands what a victory means and what a setback means. He understands right where he is. His career is still in front of him because he’s a young fighter. But at this stage, it’s a very important fight and a victory would mean a lot.

“You always have to acknowledge ‘Tank’s’ punching power. You have to acknowledge his quickness and his IQ. His attributes appear to be very much real from what I’ve seen. There’s not anything about him that you cannot take seriously. You have to take everything about him seriously. He’s got a good corner and good people behind him so that makes for a formidable opponent.

“Mario’s reach and height is an advantage if you know how to use it to your advantage. It could be an advantage or could be a disadvantage. The thing is that we’re going to find the avenues to take advantage of it and make it work for us. Ar an láimh eile,, it could be a disadvantage. Height and reach has never meant much to me in boxing because there are ways to overcome each stature that a fighter possesses. It’s who imposes their strategy and who imposes their will on the other who I think is going to come out victorious.

“The work ethic is there. Mario has a high ceiling that he hasn’t reached yet. He’s going towards that, but when he came here, he came with a high ceiling. A lot of fighters come and they’ve reached their ceiling, so there’s only so much you can do with them. But Mario has a lot of room for improvement and growth and I would say the best Mario Barrios is coming a couple years from now. But that doesn’t mean that he won’t be victorious on June 26. He definitely has what it takes to be victorious.”

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FAOI DÁVIS VS. BARRIOS
Davis vs. Barrios will see four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis set his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Meitheamh 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Erickson “Hammer” Lubin faces former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Former unified super welterweight champion Julian “J-Rock” Williams returns to the ring to take on Brian Mendoza in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Argenis Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast.

The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

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GERVONTA DAVIS LAS VEGAS MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES AND PHOTOS – Four-Time World Champion Davis Prepares for SHOWTIME PPV® Main Event Showdown Against WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario Barrios Saturday, Meitheamh 26 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta

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GERVONTA DAVIS LAS VEGAS MEDIA WORKOUT
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Four-Time World Champion Davis Prepares for SHOWTIME PPV® Main Event Showdown Against WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario Barrios Saturday, Meitheamh 26 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta

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LAS VEGAS (Meitheamh 10, 2021) – Four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis held a media workout in Las Vegas Wednesday as he approaches his showdown against WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios which headlines a SHOWTIME PPV Saturday, Meitheamh 26 from the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in a Premier Boxing Champions event.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, ar díol anois agus is féidir iad a cheannach ag ticketmaster.com.

One of boxing’s biggest stars at just 26-years-old, Davis moves up to 140-pounds for the first time in his career as he aims to add super lightweight champion to his stellar resume. With a victory, Davis will hold world championships in three different divisions simultaneously, a feat only accomplished by a few fighters in history, including Henry Armstrong and Canelo Alvarez.

Here is what Davis, along with trainer Calvin Ford, agus Ardú Céime Mayweather POF Leonard Ellerbe, had to say Wednesday from the Mayweather Boxing Club:

GERVONTA DAVIS

“We can’t say who the bigger puncher is until we get in that ring and test his power. It doesn’t matter who is stronger, I want to be better than him across the board and in every aspect of the game.

“People who are here in the gym with me see a lot of things that I don’t need to bring out, even in my fights. Floyd is always telling me to box and use my skills, and don’t always look for the knockout. This camp we’ve actually been working on getting back to that and letting the knockout come.

"Maidir liom féin, greatness is just not going backwards. I just want to keep going forward no matter what. No matter who’s in front of me, I just have to go through them. Where I’m from, a lot of people don’t make it out, so I’m doing something right. It doesn’t even have to be an opponent, it can be something outside of the ring. I’m always chasing greatness.

“My thing is just beat whoever is put in front of me. When it’s time, we’ll see who the top guy is. Go dtí sin, I don’t need to speak on any other fighter than the one in front of me.

“Barrios and I have been through the amateurs together. He’s known what I’ve been doing. It’s crazy how life works out sometimes.

“I’m a team player, so whatever my team tells me has to be done to better myself, I’m all for it. That’s what’s made me so good. I don’t just stand out by myself. I have the best team in boxing.

“My last fight people complained that Leo Santa Cruz was too small, so I’m basically going out there and showing that a size difference doesn’t matter. I’m going to beat whoever they put in front of me. I’m trying to chase greatness.

“I’m definitely looking to walk down the bigger guy. He might feel like he can walk me down. I was definitely watching Floyd fight a much bigger guy in Logan Paul and taking a few pointers from it.

“I don’t know what Barrios will bring, but from my side, I’m bringing everything I’ve got. You know whenever I fight, I’m bringing something for the fans to enjoy.”

CALVIN FORD, Davis’ Trainer

“’Tank’s’ pay-per-view numbers opened up the doors for the rest of them. It’s because of ‘Tank’s’ social media. When people ask me why people gravitate towards him – he’s just like any kid that’s coming up from the inner cities. Look at basketball players – inner cities. Look at football players – inner cities. He’s showing them that if you put the right people around you and you put your mind to something, tá rud ar bith is féidir.

“’Tank’, Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez and Ryan Garcia will be the Four Kings if the fights happen. A ligean ar a choinneáil sé fíor. Ceart anois, they’re doing the same thing that the Four Kings did at the beginning stage. All we have to do is sit back and let the minds that be, do their thing. It’s going to happen. All these fights that people want to see are going to happen.

“Have you noticed that ‘Tank’ don’t call anybody out? He never did. But if you put him in front of somebody, he’s going to show you. If you know ‘Tank’ from the amateurs, he’s going to show up in the ring. He’s like a baby Mike Tyson.

“The weight isn’t what I’m focused on, it’s actually the opponent. When I started studying the opponent, his coach and I go way back in the amateurs. When we see each other, we know each other. It’s about the minds. He knows his athlete and I know my athlete. an oíche sin, it’s about the minds. It’s about who is going to hold fast to what they’re supposed to be doing. That’s the fight for me.

“I wouldn’t say this is the toughest test of ‘Tank’s’ career because nobody can show me the best of ‘Tank’ yet. I know the best of ‘Tank’. Ya’ll ain’t seen ‘Tank’.”

LEONARD ELLERBE, POF Promotions Mayweather

“From top to bottom this is one of those pay-per-view events that you don’t want to miss. Anytime you have the most exciting fighter in the sport, you know it’s going to be big. Don’t expect anything less on June 26.

“Coach Calvin Ford is a tremendous trainer who’s been with Gervonta since day one and they have a great game plan in place. I fully expect him to be able to execute. But Barrios is coming for him. He’s got a great trainer himself in Virgil Hunter and has made great progression with Virgil.

“We know this is going to be a tough fight, but Gervonta just has to figure it out from the opening bell. And I believe he’ll do that, but it will take some time. Barrios is looking to upset the apple cart.

“Gervonta is molding into his comfort zone. He’s becoming more comfortable with the media because he truly understands what he has in front of him. He knows that his ceiling is to be the biggest star in the sport. On the inside of the ring though, nothing has changed.

“The co-feature is a terrific bout with Erickson Lubin taking on Jeison Rosario. That’s going to be a very entertaining fight. A win for Lubin puts him one step closer to his ultimate goal. Lubin feels like he’s the best in the weight class and eventually right that wrong of his loss to Jermell Charlo. But he has a tough rugged fighter in front of him and that should be an exciting bout.

“Former unified champion Julian Williams is looking to bounce back against Brian Mendoza on the pay-per-view. Julian is obviously one of the top fighters in the division, and he’s looking to get back what he lost.

“In the opening bout the very tough Batyr Akhmedov is up against Argenis Mendez, who is always in go-mode. So it really shows you how highly entertaining this card is all the way through. I’m really excited to be back at State Farm Arena.”
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DÉANANN NONITO DONAIRE STAIR, TEIDEAL WBC BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD A GHABHÁIL LE CEACHT A CEATHRÚ

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CARSON, CALIF.(Bealtaine 29, 2021) -Nonito Donaire is champion arís. Ceithre bliana déag tar éis dó a chéad teideal domhanda a bhuachan, dhaingnigh an “Filipino Flash” a dhintiúir Hall of Fame le bua iontach sa cheathrú babhta KONordine Oubaalichun teideal Meáchan Bantam an Domhain WBC a ghabháil oíche Dé Sathairn i bpríomhimeacht SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ó Pháirc Spóirt Dignity Health in Carson, Calif. in imeacht Premier Dornálaíocht Seaimpíní.

“Tá an rí ar ais,” D’imthigh Donaire ina dhiaidh. “Is breá liom na sluaite. Mo chairde go léir, teaghlaigh, go raibh míle maith ag lucht leanúna na dornálaíochta ar fad a tháinig amach. Tá sibh go hiontach.”

An Donaire 38 bliain d'aois (41-6, 27 Kos) ar an chraobh domhanda is sine riamh le 118 bpunt. Bhain sé amach é leis an lámh chlé a bhí mar chárta glaonna a ghairm bheatha nuair a thit sé Oubaali (17-1, 12 Kos) trí huaire san iomlán.

“Ní hé a bheith ag an aois seo an cheist, tá sé faoi mo fheidhmíocht,” arsa Donaire. “Faoi mo chumas fás. Creidim nach bhfuil tábhacht leis an aois atá agat, ach cé chomh láidir meabhrach atá tú. Cad a d'fhoghlaim mé ó na [Naoia] Is é an comhrac inoue ná go bhfuil mé ar ais. Is féidir liom fós dul san iomaíocht ag an leibhéal seo. An t-am ar fad ní raibh mé ag troid, Bhí mé ag foghlaim. Táim réidh don chéad cheann eile.”

Tar éis an chéad bhabhta mothaithe, Chuaigh Donaire ag obair sa dua, ag siúl Oubaali síos agus ag dul i ngleic le héifeacht thudding. Scóráil Donaire an chéad chluiche go luath sa tríú háit, ag titim Oubaali lena chuntar trádmharc ar chlé. D’eirigh an Francach ar a chosa míshuaimhneach agus phreab Donaire, tuirlingt níos mó shots móra go dtí hook eile ar chlé floored Oubaali ach soicind scoilte roimh an bhabhta dar críoch. Arís, Bhí Oubaali ag streachailt lena chosa, dazed fós sásta troid ar.

Tháinig an deireadh go tapa sa cheathrú. D'aistrigh Donaire Oubaali timpeall an fháinne go sainiúil, é a phionnáil i gcoinne na rópaí nuair a chuir gearrtha uachtarach ar chlé Oubaali ag mionú go dtí an chanbhás don tríú uair agus an uair dheireanach. Chuir an réiteoir Jack Reiss deireadh leis láithreach. Ba é an t-am oifigiúil an íoc chuige 1:52 den cheathrú babhta.

“Trí scór bliain de bheith ina laoch domhanda. Curadh domhanda naoi n-uaire. Sin iontach,” arsa Donaire. “Tháinig mé isteach anseo agus mhothaigh mé an-mhaith. Inniu bhí a fhios agam go díreach cad a bhí le tarlú. Bhí a fhios agam go díreach cad a bhí mé ag dul a dhéanamh. Sílim go raibh mé díreach tar éis díriú go mór ar an seomra aclaíochta. Bhí mé an-, an-dírithe. Mhothaigh mé an-mhaith ag teacht isteach agus bhí mé buíoch as an deis seo a fháil.

“Ba rud é anocht a bhí orm a chruthú don domhan go bhfuil mé ar ais agus go bhfuil mé níos láidre ná riamh. Fear an-dian a bhí ann. I mo thuairimse, ar deireadh thiar dom, bhí leibhéal ann dá mbeinn níos foighne? Nó ba chóir dom dul chun é? Rud a d’fhoghlaim mé sa troid Inoue ná dul don mharú. Agus sin go díreach a rinne mé. Bhí mé foighneach, ach bhí a fhios agam go raibh sé gortaithe go leor go bhféadfainn é a thógáil amach.”

Sa an comh-gné, Puerto Rico arSubriel Matias (17-1, 17 Kos) seachadadh taispeáint chumhacht-punching eile, briseadh síos roimhe seo-gan builleBatyr Zhukembayev (18-1, 14 Kos) go dtí gur stop cúinne Jukembayev an bout tar éis ocht mbabhta spleodracha.

“Sílim gurb é seo a raibh gach duine ag súil leis. Bhí a fhios ag gach éinne gur cogadh mór a bhí ann,” arsa Matias. “Tháinig deireadh leis seo trí bhualadh amach cé acu an raibh mé chun a bheith bainte amach nó an raibh Jukembayev chun a bheith bainte amach. Tá áthas orm gur mise a leag amach é.”

Bunaíonn Matias é féin mar dhuine de na cinn is fearr i rannán cruachta, ach ní raibh an bua is déanaí seo éasca. Tháinig Jukembayev de Chasacstáin amach go láidir, ag teacht i dtír teaglaim uachtair lúb ar dheis thuas staighre óna sheasamh cos theas a tharraing aird Matias sa chéad.

Bhrúigh Jukembayev an luas sa dara ceann. Thosaigh Matias ag ligean a lámha sa tríú háit, caitheamh i gcomhcheangal leis an ceann agus comhlacht. Bhí an dá chomhraiceoir téite go hiomlán anois, ag socrú an stáitse don cheathrú babhta a d’fhéadfadh a bheith ina iarrthóir ar “Bhabhta na Bliana”.


Thosaigh sé nuair a duán crua chlé tuislithe Jukembayev agus thiomáin sé go dtí an chanbhás. Rinne Matias iarracht an seó a dhúnadh ach lean Jukembayev air, glanadh a cheann agus thosaigh sé ag tuirlingt a shots féin. Le nóiméad fágtha sa rann, Stunned Jukembayev Matias le crois chlé. In ionad clinching, Throid Matias tine le tine, an slua a thabhairt amach as a suíocháin le gníomh ladhar-go-ladhar go dtí an cloigín ag canadh.

Níor stop Matias ag teacht ar aghaidh. Tar éis séú taobh amháin, D'fhill Jukembayev ar a chúinne agus an dá shúil dúnta. Tháinig an cúl is anall sa seachtú háit nuair a bhuail Jukembayev Matias le dhá chúl ar dheis ag druidim le deireadh an bhabhta..

D’fhill Matias ar shuíochán an tiománaí san ochtú babhta, ag brú ar Jukembayev leis an dá dhorn. San iomlán, chuaigh sé amach i dtír Jukembayev 100 punches (234/608 go 134 /409) agus bhí sé níos cruinne (38.5% go 32.8%). Ba leor an carnadh buille a chuir ina luí ar chúinne Jukembayev iarraidh go gcuirfí stop leis an mbout.

“Bhí a fhios aige nach raibh aon rud le cailleadh aige. Tháinig sé isteach agus bhí sé ag déanamh gach rud go láidir,” arsa Matias. “Bhí a fhios aige nach bhféadfadh sé a dhéanamh ach mé a bhualadh chun an bua a fháil. Ba mhaith liom a bheith déanta ar an rud céanna. Sin croí laochra agus tá mo mheas ar fad aige.

“Tar éis an ceathrú babhta sin, Ciallaíonn mé gur trodaire an-iomaíoch é, mar sin d'iompaigh sé ina chogadh tar éis an phointe sin. Téann mo lámha suas chuige freisin. Bhí sé ag troid iontach. Is cinnte go raibh comhraic eile agam a bhí an-mhaith, ach seo é an ceann a thug an tástáil is deacra dom.”

Sa oscailteoir teileachraolta, Gary Antuanne Russell (14-0, 14 Kos) lean sé ar aghaidh ag ardú na céimeanna super lightweight. Bhí an Russell undefeated an chéad stop a chur leis an garbhSeán Santiago (14-2-1, 10 Kos), ceannasaíocht ar Santiago go dtí gur stop an réiteoir Sharon Sands an comórtas tar éis an séú babhta ar mholadh cúinne Santiago.

“Is é an cuspóir an fear a thabhairt amach chomh luath agus is féidir agus teacht amach gan mhá gáinne,” arsa Russell. “Ba mhaith liom a rá go raibh Santiago ina chéile comhraic rang A. Ceapann go leor daoine gur bhuaigh sé Adrien Broner. Ba mhaith liom Adrien Broner anois."

Le deartháir níos sine agus Curadh Domhanda Cleite WBC Gary Russell Jr. ag obair a chúinne, Rialaigh Gary Antuanne an beart ón gcloch tosaigh. An 2016 D'oibrigh an Oilimpeach an jab agus d'fhág sé díreach taobh thiar den chos dheas, ag sciobadh cloigeann Santiago ar ais arís agus arís eile sa chéad cheann.

Russell, 24, ar aghaidh ag teacht i dtír ar an taobh clé sa dara agus sa tríú. Go luath sa cheathrú, lean sé suas díreach ar chlé go dtí an easnacha le hook gearr ar dheis thuas staighre a thit Santiago ar a ghlúin. D’ardaigh Santiago de chuid Pórtó Ríce go hiontach ar a chosa agus tháinig slán as an ionsaí leantach chun é a bhaint amach.

“Is é an tábhacht domsa é a rith bhabhta ar bhabhta, agus bhabhta-ar-bhabhta, Bhí mé ag forghníomhú níos mó agus níos mó. Dubhairt m'athair liom dul go dtí an corp, duán ceart thuas staighre. Bhí sé oscailte dó sin,” arsa Russell.

Níor léirigh Russell aon chomharthaí de mhoilliú in ainneoin gur síneadh é níos faide ná ceithre bhabhta don chéad uair ina ghairm bheatha. Airde na Príomhchathrach, Md. táirge buailte Santiago sa séú háit, tuirlingthe comhcheangail phionósú ar fud an fhráma. Chuimhneacháin ina dhiaidh sin, cuireadh stop leis an bout.

“Is cinnte go bhfuil sé tábhachtach dom a bheith ag seinm mar sin ní hamháin go bhfuil aithne orm mar dheartháir óg Gary Russell,” arsa Russell, a dtír 146 de 444 punches (32.9%). “Is as cúlra sármhaith trodaithe mé. Táimid ag tógáil dynasty.

“Cé chomh luath agus is mian liom dul ar ais sa bhfáinne? Dá bhféadfainn troid ar chárta Deontay Wilder, bheadh ​​sé sin go hiontach.”

Athchraolfar teilifís SHOWTIME Championship BoxING Dé Sathairn Dé Domhnaigh, Bealtaine 30 ag 9 a.m. ET/PT ar SHOWTIME agus Dé Luain, Bealtaine 31 ag 10 p.m. ET/PT ar SHOWTIME EXTREME.

D’óstáil an seanchraoltóir spóirt Brian Custer an teilifís do SHOWTIME Championship BoxING agus láimhseáil an glór spóirt comhraic ildánach Mauro Ranallo aicsean buille faoi thuairim in éineacht le hanailísí Hall of Fame Al Bernstein agus curadh domhanda na dtrí rannán Abner Mares. Chríochnaigh Three Hall of Famers an fhoireann teileachraolta SHOWTIME – an tuairisceoir Jim Gray a bhuaigh gradam Emmy®, an scórálaí neamhoifigiúil Steve Farhood agus an fógróir fáinne clúiteach Jimmy Lennon Jr. Ba é David Dinkins an Léiritheoir Feidhmiúcháin, Jr, ba é Ray Smaltz an Léiritheoir agus ba é Chuck McKean an Stiúrthóir. D’fheidhmigh curadh domhanda sármheáchain bantam trí huaire Israel Vazquez agus an craoltóir spóirt Alejandro Luna mar shainanailísithe sa Spáinnis ar Chlárú Fuaime Tánaisteach (SAP).

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Beidh Oubaali, Curadh Domhanda Meáchan Bantam WBC, i mbun Halla na Laochra Donaire sa Todhchaí Dé Sathairn seo, Bealtaine 29 Beo Ar Showtime® In A Premier Boxing Champions Event From
Páirc Spóirt Sláinte Dínit I Carson, Calif.

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CARSON, CALIF. (Bealtaine 27, 2021) – Curadh Domhanda Meáchan Bantam WBC Nordine Oubaali agus Halla na Laochra sa todhchaí Nonito Donaire aghaidh le duine Déardaoin ag an bpreasagallamh deiridh sular tharla a n-iomaíocht teideal domhanda Dé Sathairn seo chugainn, Bealtaine 29 beo ar SHOWTIME ó Pháirc Spóirt Dignity Health in Carson, Calif., ceannródaíocht a dhéanamh ar imeacht de chuid Premier Boxing Champions.

Bhí iomaitheoir crua le sonrú ag an preasagallamh freisin Subriel Matias agus unbeaten Batyr Zhukembayev, a thagann le chéile sa chomhphríomhimeacht le haghaidh Eliminator Teideal Sóisearach Welter IBF 12 bhabhta, agus unbeaten 2016 U.S. Cluichí Oilimpeacha Gary Antuanne Russell agus Seán Santiago, a sheasann amach i gcruinne sáréadrom 10 mbabhta a osclaíonn teileachraoladh SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ag 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.

TGB Promotions a chuireann an ócáid ​​chun cinn. Tá ticéid ar díol anois agus is féidir iad a cheannach ag AXS.com. Beidh Páirc Spóirt Sláinte Dínit oscailte do lucht leanúna i gcáil teoranta, agus na haíonna ar fad fós i bhfad i gcéin agus faoi réir treoirlínte sláinte áitiúla agus stáit le linn na hócáide.

Seo an méid a bhí an trodaithe a rá Déardaoin:

OUBAALI NORDINE

“Tá, tá sparred againn ach oiliúint is oiliúint. Nuair a théann tú isteach i troid, nach bhfuil sé mar an gcéanna. Bíonn gach troid difriúil agus tá a fhios agam Dé Sathairn beidh mé ag cur seó iontach ar siúl le Nonito Donaire mar tá a fhios agam gur dornálaí maith é ach tá a fhios agam gurb mise an duine is fearr. Rinne mé oiliúint chomh dian chuige seo agus anois táim réidh le troid. Ba mhaith liom a thaispeáint do chách go bhfuil an dá bantamweights is fearr sa dornálaíocht inniu ag troid Dé Sathairn.

“Tá, bhí gairm bheatha den scoth aige agus tá cumhacht aige ach creidim go bhfuil níos mó cumhachta agam ná é. Tá a fhios agam go bhfuil an chumhacht agam. Is dornálaí maith é ach is mise curadh an domhain agus ar an Satharn taispeánfaidh mé don domhan cé hé is fearr. Tá a fhios agam go bhfuil mé an chuid is fearr. Tá meas agam ar Nonito. Bhí slí bheatha mhaith aige ach is mise an duine is fearr sa rannóg.

“Is é an difríocht a bheidh sa troid ná go mbeidh mé ag iarraidh níos mó a bhuachan. Ba mhaith liom leanúint ar aghaidh ag déanamh staire agus fanacht mar chraobh an domhain sa rannán seo. Tá a fhios agam gurb é mo chuid ama é. Ba mhaith liom é seo níos mó ná mar a dhéanann sé.

“Má tá an bua agam, cén fáth nach mbeadh an chéad troid eile agam ar son an aontú? Ba mhaith liom stair a dhéanamh gach uair agus is é seo mo spreagadh. Táim anseo mar is breá liom dornálaíocht agus ba mhaith liom aghaidh a thabhairt ar na dornálaithe is fearr gach uair. Tá mé ag tabhairt aghaidh ar Nonito Donaire agus tá sé sin iontach do mo ghairm bheatha. Is maith liom troid agus seo mo shaol.”

NONITO DONAIRE

“Bheadh ​​sé iontach an teideal a bhuachan ag 38 bliana d’aois agus a bheith ar an chraobh is sine ag 118 punt, ach leanfaimis é. Déanaimis é 40. Déanaimis é 42. Níl aon stad orm. Meabhrach, Táim an-bhuíoch ach ag an am céanna táim an-réidh.

“Bím sláintiúil i gcónaí agus is é an fáth a dtig liom dul san iomaíocht le haon duine ná mar go gcoimeádaim mé féin sláintiúil agus go n-oibrím go crua. Níl aon rud níos lú ná 100 faoin gcéad gach uair a bhím sa seomra aclaíochta sin.

“Tá mé thar a bheith deacair mar sin ní dhéanaim an rud a deir daoine liom a dhéanamh i gcónaí. Is féidir le daoine a rá gurb é a gcuid ama é. Ach tá mo chuid ama agam freisin agus beidh mé i gcónaí mar an duine a ghéilleann a gcuid ama nó a dhéanfaidh an cinneadh sin. Tá sé fós mo chuid ama.

“Is troid iontach a bheidh ann. Is é Oubaali an curadh ar chúis. Tá sé tríd ó thaobh na n-amaitéarach de agus é á dhéanamh anseo. Mar sin nílimid ag tabhairt faoi mheas ar bith de sin. Ach is iomaí uair a throid mé san ionad seo agus déanaim troideanna draíochta i gcónaí ar an gcéad dul síos. Beidh sé draíochtúil liom i gcónaí. Is aonbheannaigh mé.

“Is é an difríocht a bheidh sa troid seo ná mo ocras. Tá sé níos óige ná mise ach tá an t-ocras orm. Tá cuspóir againn beirt agus sin an rud a dhéanfaidh troid iontach.

“Ba mhaith liom troid leis an duine is fearr amuigh ansin. Ba mhaith liom an rematch le Naoya Inoue agus ba mhaith liom a fháil ar na criosanna. Is é an t-aon rud nach bhfuil bainte amach agam sa dornálaíocht ná a bheith ina laoch gan amhras. Tá gach rud eile déanta agam. Trodaire na Bliana. Knockout na Bliana. Craobhchomórtais iolracha. Curadh ceithre rannán. Ainmníonn tú é. Sin é mo phríomhsprioc. Faigh an crios agus cuir iad go léir le chéile.

“Is é meáchan bantam an fíormheáchan atá agam. Throid mé i gcónaí sa rannán níos troime mar gheall ar an spleodar, an dúshlán agus an tairiscint brabúsaí nó na hainmneacha ag an am sin. Anois, Táim anseo san áit a bhfuilim i mo bhall agus seo an áit a bhfuilim an-láidir.

“Ní bheidh an aslonnú ina fhachtóir ar chor ar bith. Chabhraigh an t-am saor liom. Just a bheith as an fáinne chabhraigh mo chorp a ghnóthú. Agus tá an fonn agus an t-ocras ann níos mó ná riamh. Beannacht a bhí ann dom.”

SUBRIEL MATHIAS

“Beidh mé an triail is deacra aige gan cheist agus tiocfaidh sé oíche Dé Sathairn, gheobhaidh gach duine amach cén fáth a bhfuil mé ag rá sin.

“Creidim é nuair a deir sé go bhfuil na huirlisí aige chun stop a chur leis Dé Sathairn. Ach ní ceist é a rá, oíche Dé Sathairn caithfidh sé é a chruthú. Má tá sé chun teacht amach as do bhéal, ansin caithfidh tú é a chruthú.

“Is ealaíontóirí knockout muid araon agus leis an méid a bhfuil muid ag féachaint ar, níor cheart go gcríochnódh an troid seo le cinneadh.

“Níl mórán le rá agam faoin gcomhrac sin i gcoinne Petros Ananyan. Iad siúd a chonaic mé caillte, chaill mé. Níl aon rud is féidir liom a rá faoi. Ach tuigeann na daoine a bhfuil aithne acu ar an dornálaíocht go bhfuil mé ag dul chun cinn agus ag feabhsú agus feicfidh sibh go léir é Dé Sathairn.”

BATYR JUKEMBAYEV

“Bhí campa traenála iontach agam. Táim réidh don oíche Dé Sathairn. Tá a fhios agam gur trodaire maith é ach geallaim go mbeidh mé réidh.

“Feicfidh muid oíche Shathairn an dtiocfaidh deireadh leis le buaicphointe. Taispeánfaidh mé duit cad as a bhfuil mé déanta agus feicfidh tú go léir.”

GARY ANTUANNE RUSSELL

“Tá mé sa ghnó gortaithe. Is sladmhargadh é. Más mian leis teacht isteach ann agus sluga liom, Mothóidh sé mo chumhacht. Feicfidh sé cé chomh cliste is atá mé. Ní hamháin go meabhrach, ach go fisiciúil le mo lámha. Mar a dúirt mé, Tá mé sa ghnó gortaithe. Tagann mé a ghortú.

“Gabh mo leithscéal as mo easpa Spáinnise, ach is é an rud atá tú ag dul a fheiceáil, ‘la violencia.’ Tá sé chun a bhrú a chur air. Tá sé chun punches a thabhairt isteach agus creidim gurb é sin go léir is féidir leis a thabhairt. Má tá sé ag traenáil agus ag iarraidh é féin a shlánú do mo stíl troda, go breá. Níl tú ceaptha teacht isteach anseo aontoiseach. Scairteann diamaint ó gach taobh.

“Is é an t-aon rud is féidir liom a rá ná go bhfuil an t-ionad seo chun fuil a chur chun cinn, allas agus deora agus fonn daoine a bheith iontach. Is cinnte go bhfuil mé ar cheann acu. Bhí mé sa seomra aclaíochta ag tabhairt mo chuid fola, mo chuid allais is mo dheora agus mé ag tabhairt sin go léir go dtí an t-ionad seo oíche Shathairn.

“Is cinnte gur mhaith liom fanacht níos gníomhaí. Sin é mo phlean i gcónaí. Chuir an phaindéim moill ar rudaí. Insíonn lucht leanúna dom i gcónaí go bhfuil siad ag iarraidh mé a fheiceáil ag dul ar ais ann… ní deirim leo ach, mise freisin. Ní hiad na trodaithe a tharraingíonn na teaghráin go léir. Ar cheart dom a bheith níos gníomhaí? Ar ndóigh. Ba mhaith liom a bheith níos gníomhaí.

“Ba mhaith liom a thaispeáint gur mise uachtar an bhairr. Is sárréalta mé. Níl an solas ag lonrú orm mar tá go leor rudaí eile ar siúl. Go dtí sin, beidh ort fanacht agus a fheiceáil. Tar Dé Sathairn, seó iontach a bheidh ann. Beidh roinnt spréacha agus tinte ealaíne ann. Tá comhraic agam nach bhfuil sásta leagan síos. Mura bhfuil sé sásta, Caithfidh mé a chur ina luí."

JOVANIE SANTIAGO

“Tá a fhios agam gur trodaire maith é. Oilimpeach. Tá sé óg agus beidh sé ag troid. Tá mé chun teacht chun troid freisin, mar sin má chríochnaíonn an troid go luath, ansin críochnaíonn sé go luath.

“Níl le déanamh agam ach obair bhabhta ar bhabhta, punches a chaitheamh agus babhta amháin a bhuachan ag an am. Tar éis dom Russell a bhualadh, beidh gach duine ar mo thaobh.

“Is é seo mo mheáchan. Seo an áit is compordaí dom. Bhí mé i gcónaí 140-punt agus is é sin cad tá mé chun a léiriú.

“An uair seo, Tá mé ag troid ar mo mheáchan iarbhír. Is dóigh liom láidir. Táim ag teacht go dtí an obair bhabhta ar bhabhta agus ar an Satharn feicfidh gach duine cad atá i gceist agam.”

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FAOI OUBAALI VS. DONAIRE
Oubaali vs. Rachaidh Donaire i ngleic le Curadh Domhanda Meáchan Bantam WBC Nordine Oubaali i gcoinne Halla na Laochra sa todhchaí Nonito Donaire i gcluiche craobhchomórtais 12 bhabhta a rabhthas ag súil leis le fada beo ar SHOWTIME Dé Sathairn, Bealtaine 29 ó Pháirc Spóirt Dignity Health in Carson, Calif. in imeacht Premier Dornálaíocht Seaimpíní.

Sa an comh-gné Showtime CHAMPIONSHIP Dornálaíochta, iomaitheoir crua-bhuail Subriel Matías a thógann ar undefeated Batyr Zhukembayev i Eliminator Teideal Sóisearach Welterweight IBF 12-bhabhta, agus gan buille 2016 U.S. Cluichí Oilimpeacha Gary Antuanne Russell aghaidheanna Seán Santiago i gcaisleán sáréadrom 10 mbabhta chun an teileachraoladh a oscailt.

TGB Promotions a chuireann an ócáid ​​chun cinn.

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GERVONTA DAVIS VS. MARIO BARRIOS ATLANTA PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS

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(Photo Creidmheasa: Esther Lín / Showtime)

“Barrios is coming with power, and you know for sure I’m coming with power. Go raibh an fear is fearr bhuachan," – Davis

“We’ve never faced fighters like each other before. We’re going to see on June 26 if it’s the right move for him," – Comharsanachtaí

Four-Time World Champion Gervonta Davis Seeks Title In A Third Division Against Unbeaten Super Lightweight Champion Mario Barrios Headlining A SHOWTIME PPV® Dé Sathairn, Meitheamh 26
In A Premier Boxing Champions Event From State Farm Arena In Atlanta

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Cliceáil ANSEO for Photos from Mayweather Promotions

ATLANTA (Bealtaine 20, 2021) – Four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis and undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios went face-to-face Thursday at a press conference to preview their SHOWTIME PPV main event taking place Saturday, Meitheamh 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

One of boxing’s biggest stars at just 26-years-old, Davis will take on a career-defining challenge in the undefeated Barrios, as he sets his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class. With a victory, Davis will hold world championships in three different divisions simultaneously, a feat only accomplished by a few fighters in history. Standing in his way is the undefeated 26-year-old Barrios, who owns a 9-0 record with eight knockouts during his 140-pound reign and holds a six-inch height advantage over Davis.

Davis returns to fight at State Farm Arena after selling out the venue in December 2019 during a star-studded event that saw him stop former champion Yuriorkis Gamboa in the 12úand final round to capture a lightweight title.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, go on sale tomorrow, Dé hAoine, Bealtaine 21 ag 10 a.m. AGUS, agus is féidir a cheannach ag ticketmaster.com.

Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday at State Farm Arena:

GERVONTA DAVIS

“Camp has been great for me. We know that Barrios is a bigger guy and that he can punch. We’re working hard each day in the gym, because we’re going up against a big task on June 26.

“We all have challenges we go through in life, and that’s what makes us strong. This is another challenge that I have on my road to success. I’m ready to walk through it and keep pushing.

“We know this is a dangerous fight. Barrios is coming with power and you know for sure I’m coming with power. Go raibh an fear is fearr bhuachan.

“I took this fight because I want to be great. All the other big names at lightweight had scheduled fights so I felt like I wanted to go out and beat the best fighter out there for me.

“Even if he is bigger than me on fight night, ní ábhar é. This is all part of the sport. My goal is to break him down. If I can get him out of there, I’ll get him out of there. If it goes 12 babhtaí, mar sin go mbeadh sé. He’s big and strong, but he’s never faced anyone like me.

“We have to wait and see what happens on fight night. Different styles dictate what I need to show in the fight. We’ll see what he brings to the table, and then we’ll capitalize off of it.

“I’m not worried about losing any speed by adding weight. I’m going to be quick regardless. I think I’m going to be at my best at 140-pounds.

“Like all of the rest of my fights, this is going to be action packed. Don’t go get popcorn during the fight, because it could end at any moment. I bring what boxing needs, and that’s excitement. We all know when I fight, it’s never a boring fight. Ón chéad bhabhta, until whenever it ends, I just keep coming, in all of my fights. That’s what you’re going to see June 26.”

MARIO BARRIOS

“This is a huge opportunity for me. ‘Tank’ called me out. I know he’s trying to do something great, but this is a dangerous fight for him. It’s going to be an action-packed fight. We’ve never faced fighters like each other before. We’re going to see on June 26 if it’s the right move for him.

“I fight to represent my city and my people. I’m going to go out there and do my best to make everybody proud.

“They might be looking at my fight against Batyr Akhmedov closely. But I think he has a totally different style and that this fight will be different than what they expect if they just watch that match. I don’t know what they see in me to want this fight, but none of it matters to me. All the questions are going to be answered on June 26.

“’Tank’ is jumping up two weight classes. He’s doing something a lot of great fighters have done. He even said it: this isn’t an easy fight for him. We’re ready to face the best version of ‘Tank’ that anyone has ever seen and it’s going to be war.

“I was surprised when his name was brought up to me. But whether you like ‘Tank’ or not, he has one of the biggest names in boxing. This is the type of fight that can skyrocket my name up there to the top level of the sport.

“’Tank’ is a good fighter and a very explosive fighter. There is the question of whether he’s bringing his power up to 140. I don’t have any concerns about it though. He’s the guy who has to show people he can handle my power at this weight.

“I’m excited to be fighting in Atlanta. This is my first time here actually but I know the fans here are very passionate. I’m expecting to see a great turnout here at State Farm Arena.”

LEONARD ELLERBE, POF Promotions Mayweather

“’Tank’ is a generational fighter. He has certain abilities that others just don’t. He’s special, but this is a dangerous fight for him. This is a tremendous challenge and I’m really excited for this fight.

“Atlanta is a hot market. Obviously the first fight they had in a long time was ‘Tank’ vs. Yuriorkis Gamboa and it was a packed sold out crowd in this building. The fans really enjoyed it. The city needs big events like this. We told the fans we were coming back and here we are.

“’Tank’ is chasing history. When you look back at a lot of all-time greats, they’ve gone through things no one else ever has. Looking to be a three-division champion at 26 years old is another example of him chasing greatness like that.

“’Tank’ is the most exciting fighter in the entire sport and he gives the fans what they want to see. He puts butts in seats. People gravitate to the way he fights. This new generation of fans that we have, they love him.”



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FAOI DÁVIS VS. BARRIOS
Davis vs. Barrios will see four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis set his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Meitheamh 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view telecast begins at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Erickson “Hammer” Lubin faces former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Former unified super welterweight champion Julian “J-Rock” Williams returns to the ring to take on Brian Mendoza in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Argenis Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast.

The event is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

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GERVONTA DAVIS SEEKS TITLE IN A THIRD DIVISION AGAINST UNBEATEN SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING A SHOWTIME PPV SATURDAY, Meitheamh 26

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FOUR-TIME WORLD CHAMPION GERVONTA DAVIS SEEKS TITLE IN A THIRD DIVISION AGAINST UNBEATEN SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING A SHOWTIME PPV® Dé Sathairn, Meitheamh 26 IN A PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS EVENT LIVE FROM STATE FARM ARENA IN ATLANTA

Top Contender Erickson Lubin and Former Unified Champion
Jeison Rosario Battle in WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in Co-Main Event

Former Unified Champion Julian Williams Takes On Rugged Contender Brian Mendoza and Hard-Hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov Duels Former World Champion Argenis Mendez In Pay-Per-View Action Beginning at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Tickets on Sale Friday at 10 a.m. AGUS!

ATLANTA (Bealtaine 19, 2021) – Four-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis will take on a career-defining challenge as he sets his sights on capturing a title in a third weight class when he faces undefeated WBA Super Lightweight Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios in a SHOWTIME PPV main event Saturday, Meitheamh 26 at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The pay-per-view undercard will feature a battle of two top 154-pound contenders as Erickson "casúr" Lubin faces former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator in the co-main event. Former unified super welterweight champion Julian "J-Rock" Williams returns to the ring for the first time in 18 months to take onBrian Mendoza in a 10-round showdown and hard-hitting Olympian Batyr Akhmedov steps in against former world champion Argenis Mendez in a 12-round WBA Super Lightweight Title Eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view telecast at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT.

Tickets for the live event at State Farm Arena, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. AGUS, agus is féidir a cheannach ag ticketmaster.com. The Akhmedov vs. Mendez fight is promoted in association with World of Boxing.

One of boxing’s biggest stars at just 26-years-old, Davis moves up to 140-pounds for the first time in his career as he aims to add super lightweight champion to his stellar resume. Davis has already captured titles at 130 and 135-pounds. With a victory, Davis will hold world championships in three different divisions simultaneously, a feat only accomplished by a few fighters in history, including Henry Armstrong and Canelo Alvarez. Standing in his way is the undefeated 25-year-old Barrios, who owns a 9-0 record with eight knockouts during his 140-pound reign while holding a six-inch height advantage over Davis.

“Gervonta Davis is looking to become a three-division world champion, and has a big undertaking in front of him in challenging Barrios for his WBA title at 140-pounds,” said Leonard Ellerbe, POF Promotions Mayweather. “Barrios is a warrior, and this is going to be Davis’ toughest fight to date. Atlanta, be ready for a show on June 26!"

Davis (24-0, 23 Kos) delivered a highlight-reel knockout in his last fight, producing another sensational and memorable performance that has made him a popular draw throughout the country. Davis stopped four-division champion Leo Santa Cruz with one powerful uppercut in that October 2020 fight and put Santa Cruz down and out for the first time in his illustrious career. Chun cinn ag Cinn Mayweather, Davis will make his second headline appearance on pay-per-view as he has asserted himself as a must-see headline attraction in his first pay-per-view

Davis first burst onto the scene with an explosive knockout victory over Jose Pedraza to win the IBF Junior Lightweight World Title in a star-making performance on SHOWTIME® i mí Eanáir 2017. Ag an am, he became the youngest world champion in boxing at age 22. The Baltimore-native also owns knockout performances in world title fights over Jesus Cuellar in 2018 and Yuriorkis Gamboa in 2019. An 2019 triumph over Gamboa came at a sold out State Farm Arena, during a year that also saw him fill venues in his hometown of Baltimore and Southern California.

“I’m excited to make history on June 26 in Atlanta and become a three-division world champion,"A dúirt Davis. “Atlanta welcomed me with open arms for my fight against Gamboa and I couldn’t wait to come back and headline a spectacular SHOWTIME PPV card. Mario Barrios is an undefeated champion, but he hasn’t ever faced anyone like me before. Moving up to 140-pounds is a big challenge but I’ve been working hard in camp and I’ll be ready. Thank you to my whole team for making this historic boxing event possible. Make sure you get your tickets early because this fight is definitely selling out! Keep supporting me and I’ll fight for you!"

Comharsanachtaí (26-0, 17 Kos) captured his 140-pound championship in September 2019, scoring two knockdowns and fighting through a cut to win a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Batyr Akhmedov. The San Antonio-native trains in Oakland, Calif., under the guidance of renowned coach Virgil Hunter. Ina turas is déanaí, Barrios knocked out Ryan Karl in the sixth-round of their clash on the pay-per-view undercard of Davis vs. Santa Cruz.

Standing nearly six-feet tall, Barrios debuted as a pro at super bantamweight in 2013 and had success moving up the rankings in the super featherweight division. His first 140-pound bout came in 2017 and saw him increase his power from his previous performances. At super lightweight, Barrios has scored knockouts in every fight except the title-winning performance against Akhmedov, where his power was still on display with a pair of knockdowns.

“Fighting on SHOWTIME PPV is a dream come true and an opportunity that I’m going to take full advantage of,” said Barrios. “Gervonta Davis is a pound-for-pound champion and it’s going to be an honor sharing the ring with him. This fight is my shining moment and the pinnacle of the boxing world, on the biggest stage possible. Boxing fans around the globe will be watching this fight and I’m coming to shock the world. To all my Mexican fans, I’m going to bring this historic victory home for La Raza.”

The 25-year-old Lubin (23-1, 16 Kos) has put together an impressive five-bout winning streak since a loss to unified 154-pound champion Jermell Charlo in 2017. Ina turas is déanaí, he defeated U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha by unanimous decision in September of last year. Prior to the victory over Gausha, he became the first person to stop former champion Ishe Smith, in addition to a dominating victory over Nathaniel Gallimore in October 2019. A native of Orlando, Fla., Lubin is trained by acclaimed coach Kevin Cunningham as he continues his quest toward another title opportunity. After a stellar amateur career, Lubin turned pro at 18 years old in 2013, eventually being named “Prospect Of The Year” by ESPN and Ring Magazine in 2016.

“I’m so ready for this fight and we’ve been working hard in preparation for Rosario,” said Lubin. “This fight is another step closer to getting that world title shot. Coach Cunningham and I have a great game plan in place. We know this is going to be a tough fight and the fans are going to see a much-improved version of myself. I’ve taken my training to the next level during this training camp. Rosario is a former world champion who I know is going to bring his best, which is going to make for a great night of boxing. This card is stacked, but I’m going to steal the show with an incredible performance. I will not be denied, I’m coming out on top. It’s Hammer Time!"

Paidrín (20-2-1, 14 Kos) will look to climb back into world title contention after losing his 154-pound belts to Jermell Charlo in their September 2020 clash. The 26-year-old captured the WBA and IBF belts by stopping Julian Williams in one of 2020’s biggest upsets. Born in the Dominican Republic and now fighting out of Miami, Rosario rode an eight-fight unbeaten streak into the showdown with Williams, including victories over 154-pound contenders Jamontay Clark, Justin DeLoach, Jorge Cota and Marcos Hernandez. Coming into the Charlo matchup, Rosario had established his power by earning a stoppage victory or scoring a knockdown in seven of his previous nine contests.

“I make no excuses for losing the fight to Charlo, but that was then, and this is now,” said Rosario. “I have turned to a new page in my career with my new trainer Herman Caicedo. I will not lose again, especially in this fight against Lubin. He’s a great contender, and I respect his abilities, but I will knock him out on June 26.”

Philadelphia’s Williams (27-2-1, 16 Kos) became a unified world champion at 154-pounds in May 2019 when he upset Jarrett Hurd in one of the year’s best fights, winning a close-quarters brawl by unanimous decision. The 31-year-old dropped the titles in his first defense, losing to Jeison Rosario in January 2020. Williams had been riding a five-fight winning streak going into the Rosario matchup, in which he added victories over former champion Ishe Smith and hard-hitting contender Nathaniel Gallimore to his ledger.

“This has been the longest layoff of my career, so I’m excited to get back in the ring,"A dúirt Williams. “Mendoza is a decent fighter. I’ve even been in the gym with him and he’s a good guy. But on June 26, it’s going to be all business. I just need to come out on top. He doesn’t have anything that I haven’t seen before. I know he’ll be ready because this is like the Super Bowl for him. So I know he’ll be ready, but I’ll be ready too. If I’m able to get the win, then it’s on to bigger and better opportunities. But I’m definitely not looking past Brian because I know how seriously he’s taking this fight.”

Mendoza (19-1, 13 Kos) earned a career best-victory in his last outing, beating veteran contender Thomas LaManna by unanimous decision in August 2020. The 27-year-old has fought professionally since 2014, with his only defeat coming by a narrow split-decision in November 2019 against Larry Gomez. Mendoza was born in Albuquerque, Nua-Mheicsiceo, where he won two New Mexico Golden Gloves Championships as an amateur, and currently fights out of Las Vegas.

“This fight against Julian Williams is just the fight I’ve been waiting for,” said Mendoza. “I’m planning to take full advantage of the opportunity. Julian Williams is a great fighter, but after June 26, the whole world is going to know that I belong at this level.”

Born in Uzbekistan and now fighting out of Los Angeles, Akhmedov (8-1, 7 Kos) represented Turkey at the 2016 Cluichí oilimpeacha. The 30-year-old turned pro in 2017 and won his first seven pro fights, with six coming by knockout. His lone blemish came in an action-packed title fight against Mario Barrios in September 2019, where he was able to survive two knockdowns to make it a close fight, before eventually losing by decision. An chuid is mó le déanaí, Akhmedov blasted out Ray Perez in the first round of their September 2020 clash.

“I can’t wait to get back in the ring for a big fight on June 26,” said Akhmedov. “I’ve been training hard to get another shot at the title. I know that if I make a big statement and defeat a former world champion in Mendez, I expect my next fight will be for the title. I’m always in exciting fights that fans love, and this matchup is going to be no different.”

A former super featherweight champion, Mendez (25-6-3, 12 Kos) has a reputation for providing stiff challenges to the sport’s best and has proven to be a durable contender at 140-pounds, including his most recent outing that saw him drop a split-decision to Richardson Hitchins last December. I 2019, Mendez fought to back-to-back draws against super lightweight contenders Anthony Peterson and Juan Heraldez. Born in San Juan de La Maguana, An Phoblacht Dhoiminiceach, Mendez now fights out of Yonkers, N.Y.. and owns victories over Eddie Ramirez, Ivan Redkach and former titlist Miguel Vazquez. He has also gone toe-to-toe with former champions Rances Barthelemy and Robert Easter Jr.

“I am ready for anything Akhmedov brings and then a world title fight after,” said Mendez. “I believe that I beat Hitchins in my last fight, even though I was coming off a long layoff. I’m in great shape right now. Akhmedov is a hard puncher, but the fans are going to see me shine against him. There is a lot left in my tank and that will be obvious to everyone on June 26.”

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JERMALL CHARLO vs. JUAN MACÍAS MONTIEL HOUSTON KICK-OFF PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & Grianghraif

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WBC Middleweight World Champion Charlo Faces Hard-Hitting Montiel in Special Juneteenth Day Celebration Saturday, Meitheamh 19 Headlining a Premier Boxing Champions Event Live on SHOWTIME®

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HOUSTON – May 18, 2021 - Unbeaten WBC Middleweight World Champion Jermall CHARLO and hard-hitting 160-pound contender Juan Macías Montiel met face-to-face for the first time Tuesday during a kick-off press conference as they preview the main event of a special Juneteenth Day celebration in Charlo’s hometown of Houston Saturday, Meitheamh 19 at Toyota Center headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event live on SHOWTIME.

Charlo has established himself as a force in two divisions and will seek to thrill his hometown crowd against Mexico’s Montiel in a first-of-its-kind Juneteenth Day boxing celebration. Charlo will fight in Houston for the fourth time as a pro and look to keep his undefeated record intact against the upset-minded Montiel.

SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING will begin at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and feature rising lightweight contender Isaac Cruz battling iar curadh domhanda Francisco Vargas in the 10-round co-main event. Kicking off the telecast, iar domhain curadh Angelo Leo returns to take on Mexican contender Aaron Alameda i 10-bhabhta bout bantamweight Super.

Here is what Charlo, Montiel and their trainers had to say Tuesday:

Charlo JERMALL:

“Meitheamh 19, tá sé ag dul a bheith tinte ealaíne. A parade. A celebration. Me and Ronnie Shields get a chance to do it again. Tá mé ag obair go dian. I was working hard before I even knew who Montiel was. An uair seo, you get a chance to see all the hard work I’ve put in for so many years. It’s a dream come true to be able to fight in my city and I get a chance to do it with a crowd. Tune in and get your tickets because it’s going to be a great night of boxing.

“There’s no better day to fight than Juneteenth. It’s a celebration for me and my people and I get to represent them and carry them on my back. To be able to do it for my city right here at the Toyota Center – it’s going to be an amazing night of boxing.

“Montiel is fearless. He’s a fighter that I think deserves a chance. At this point, he understands where he’s at. This is a big fight. A lot of people may not know who Montiel is, just like I didn’t, but he’s a strong fighter. The people want to see me get tested, ceart? I want to see those big fights, freisin. In a matter of time, they’ll come. But Montiel should be a good fight.

“I’m going to whoop his ass. He doesn’t stand a chance. They’re all confident. I got the belt. The belt ain’t going nowhere. Toyota Center, get ready. It’s going to be fireworks June 19. He can be as confident as he wants, but when we get in there he’s going to have to figure it out.

“I’m ready to fight the best in the world. I’m the best in the world and I’m not going to let this guy over here stop me. The belt is not going nowhere. The belt is staying right here in ‘H Town.’ There’s nothing he could do about it. Nothing. It’s my belt. It’s my legacy. You’ll find out June 19.

“A fighter like Montiel is challenging to go in there and get the job done real clean and swiftly because if I look bad against a guy like this, they’ll take away from what I did in the Derevyanchenko fight. Ach, yes, to date, Derevyanchenko was one of my hardest fights, but I made nice work of it and onto the next one.

“I got the belt. Champions fight champions. We unify. Ach más rud é nach, we’re not just going to sit back. Those guys that have the belt like Triple G, Canelo and Andrade – the belts are out there so eventually it will happen. I’m not in a rush. Tá mé óg. I’m still having fun. I’m enjoying what I do best.

“If Triple G wants this WBC belt, I have it. It’s over here, it’s open. I’m ready to fight.”

JUAN MACÍAS MONTIEL:

“We are focused on preparing as well as possible. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and we are taking it as such with a lot of dedication and discipline. We are ready to put on a great show on June 19.

“This is the fight I always dreamed of. I am all about challenging myself and fighting against the best of the best. I have been training hard and I believe in myself. I will be ready to come out and win.

“We’re fighting in Houston because I don’t think that I’m in a position to choose or dictate anything right now. I will fight anywhere in order to make my dream of becoming a champion come true. If we have to fight on the moon, then let’s fight on the moon.

“I believe that power is the great equalizer, a legit advantage in boxing, since it can change the fortunes of any fighter inside the ring. I consider my power an advantage in my favor.

“I have fought and prepared so hard for the opportunity to go and get this championship belt. I have done things the right way, there is no reason for things to go wrong. As I said previously, I am not in a position to choose where to fight. I just have to keep training hard like I have since I was four years old.

“I’m happy that there will be fans in the stands. I don’t feel any pressure, because it’s all about Latin pride and support and that motivates me.

“I think Charlo is a great fighter, super talented and the world champion for a reason. I have been preparing my whole life for this.

“I don’t think that all Mexicans just go on attack mode by default, you also have to be smart and think things through depending on how the fight goes.”

Ronnie SHIELDS, CHARLO’S TRAINER:

“Jermall Charlo has worked his butt off in the gym and he continues to do that. To defend your title in your backyard, in your hometown, that’s a very special thing. Not only is it going to be special because of that, it’s going to be special because Juneteenth is a very special day for all African Americans in the state of Texas. We’re looking forward to a great fight. Montiel is a really great fighter and we know we can’t underestimate anybody. We’re going to be in the best condition we’ve ever been in every time we fight and we’re going to continue to do that. We’re looking forward to having everybody come out for this great celebration.

“I think a lot of people were surprised how easily Jermall beat Sergey Derevyanchenko. He was the No. 1 contender. He was the mandatory defense. He gave Triple G problems. He gave Danny Jacobs problems. And Jermall beat him.”

EDUARDO MONTIEL, MONTIEL’S TRAINER:

“Training camp is an ongoing process. Things are going swimmingly, just like we wanted them to. We are very happy and so glad people have welcomed us here in Houston with open arms.

“I’m hoping for Montiel to be in his best physical, mental and emotional shape to come out with a win on June 19. Our biggest advantage right now is that we are already settled in here in the United States, free of the distractions and temptations we might have back home in Mexico.

“I think that a victory of this magnitude would make Montiel the face of Mexican boxing, rubbing elbows with the Canelos of the world. Life would change overnight for him.”

DOUG HALL, GENERAL MANAGER, TOYOTA CENTER:

“We welcome SHOWTIME and our friends from Premier Boxing Champions back to Toyota Center. We have a great history of hosting combat sports in this fine arena. We’re really excited about what Jermall Charlo and Juan Macías Montiel are going to bring to the Toyota Center on June 19. Tá ticéid ar díol anois ag toyotacenter.com and we are looking forward to a great night as we bring back live events to this market. We can do it successfully and safely and we want to see everybody come and see a great championship boxing match.”

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JERMALL CHARLO TO FACE JUAN MACÍAS MONTIEL SATURDAY, Meitheamh 19 AT TOYOTA CENTER IN HOUSTON LIVE ON SHOWTIME

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Hard-Hitting Lightweight Contender Isaac Cruz Faces Former World Champion Francisco Vargas in the Co-Main Event

Former World Champion Angelo Leo Duels Mexican Contender
Aaron Alameda to Kick Off Telecast at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Tickets on Sale Tomorrow, Déardaoin, Bealtaine 13 ag 12 p.m. CT!

HOUSTON (Bealtaine 12, 2021) – Undefeated WBC Middleweight World Champion Jermall CHARLO will enter the ring for a Juneteenth Day celebration in his hometown when he takes on hard-hitting Juan Macías Montiel ar an Satharn, Meitheamh 19 at Toyota Center in Houston headlining a Premier Boxing Champions event live on SHOWTIME.

SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING will begin at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and feature rising lightweight contender Isaac Cruz battling iar curadh domhanda Francisco Vargas in the 10-round co-main event. Kicking off the telecast, iar domhain curadh Angelo Leo returns to take on Mexican contender Aaron Alameda i 10-bhabhta bout bantamweight Super.

Charlo has established himself as a force in two divisions and will seek to thrill his hometown crowd against Mexico’s Montiel, in a first-of-its-kind Juneteenth Day boxing celebration. Charlo will fight in Houston for the fourth time as a pro and look to keep his undefeated record intact against the upset-minded Montiel.

The event is promoted by Lions Only Promotions and TGB Promotions. Tickets for the live event go on sale tomorrow, Déardaoin, Bealtaine 13 ag 12 p.m. CT and can be purchased attoyotacenter.com. Leo vs. Alameda is promoted in association with Mayweather Promotions.

CHARLO (31-0, 22 Kos) will return to fight in his hometown for the first time since a June 2019 unanimous decision victory over Brandon Adams on SHOWTIME. The 30-year-old most recently scored an impressive victory over top middleweight contender Sergey Derevyanchenko in their September 2020 showdown. Charlo has held the WBC middleweight belt since 2019, after a championship reign at 154-pounds that lasted from 2015 trí 2017. He has compiled a perfect 6-0 record since moving up to middleweight and owns victories over former champions Julian Williams, Austin Trout and Cornelius Bundrage at super welterweight.

“It’s great to be back in the ring, headlining on SHOWTIME and defending my title in front of my hometown fans in Houston,” said Charlo. “Fighting on Juneteenth means a lot to me because there is a battle going on far greater than this. É sin ráite, I have to handle my business on June 19. Montiel is a tough, óg, power puncher. I know he wants my crown, but I’m hungrier than ever and ready to put on a show for my fans. Get ready for a special, explosive night.”

Representing his native Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico, Montiel (22-4-2, 22 Kos) has earned knockouts in all 22 of his pro victories, as the heavy-handed brawler established himself as a hard-hitting force. The 27-year-old has put together an unbeaten streak since moving up to middleweight, first competing at the weight in September 2017, and most recently scoring a first-round knockout victory over longtime contender James Kirkland in December 2020. He owns stoppages of Marco Reyes and Gustavo Castro, and a draw against Hugo Centeno, Jr. ag mBoston. Montiel had previously campaigned at welterweight and super welterweight, dropping a February 2017 bout to former champion Jaime Munguia in a 147-pound fight.

“I know that I am fighting the best middleweight in the world, but he has never faced someone who can punch like I can,” said Montiel. “All my losses in the past are from not training properly and trying to win by one-punch knockout. I’ve grown up and become a man since then. I proved that I was different when I beat Marco Reyes in 2019, and I haven’t left the gym since then. I’ve worked hard every day to become world champion and I will display everything I’ve learned on June 19.”

The 22-year-old Cruz (21-1-1, 15 Kos) shot up the lightweight rankings in 2020, announcing his presence with an electrifying first-round knockout over veteran Diego Magdaleno in September. Cruz followed that up this March, when he won a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Matias Romero. Since making his U.S. debut on the undercard of Jermall Charlo vs. Dennis Hogan in December 2019, the Mexico City-native has been unbeaten in his four ring appearances. This will mark his fifth fight in 20 mhí, the last four of which will have come on SHOWTIME, including headlining ShoBox: The Next Generation i mí Feabhra 2020.

“Me and Vargas are going to show the fans true Mexican-style boxing on June 19,” said Cruz. “He is also from Mexico City, so I know this fight will be toe-to-toe. It’s my time to show the fans that I’m the best Mexican lightweight in the world. In with the new, and out with the old. I want to thank my promoter, Senator Manny Pacquiao, for his support and belief that I will become world champion very soon.”

Also a native of Mexico City, Vargas (27-2-2, 19 Kos) won a 130-pound title in 2015 by defeating Takashi Miura in one of the year’s best fights. The 36-year-old would go on to fight Orlando Salido to an action-packed draw before losing his title to Miguel Berchelt in another memorable affair. Vargas went on to defeat Stephen Smith and Rod Salka before losing in his rematch with Berchelt in 2019. An chuid is mó le déanaí, Vargas began campaigning at lightweight, scoring back-to-back victories with a technical decision over Ezequiel Aviles in October 2019 and a TKO over Otto Gamez in November 2020.

“I only know how to fight wars and the fans should expect nothing less on June 19,” said Vargas. “I am a warrior, and people are going to remember the reasons why I was in two Fight of the Year battles when they see me in the ring with Isaac Cruz. I want to thank my whole team for putting together this fight that I know the fans will enjoy.”

Lion (20-1, 9 Kos), who fights out of the Mayweather Promotions stable, became the first world champion from his hometown of Albuquerque, N.M., since legendary three-division champion Johnny Tapia, when he defeated Tramaine Williams by unanimous decision in August 2020. The 26-year-old dropped the belt when he lost a decision to unbeaten Stephen Fulton Jr. in January on SHOWTIME. Lion, who trains in Las Vegas, will look to re-establish his position in the stacked 122-pound division on June 19.

“I’m excited to get back in the ring for this fight,” said Leo. “I wasn’t the same fighter in my last fight, as I was when I won the title. That’s given me a big chip on my shoulder. I figured out my mistakes and learned a lot about myself. I’m here to show people that I’m still a top contender and a threat in this division. Alameda is a real contender and he’s not an opponent I’m taking lightly. Whoever comes out on top in this fight will be right there for another title shot and I plan on that being me.”

The 27-year-old Aaron Alameda (25-1, 13 Kos) was able to stop Luis Nery’s knockout streak but came up on the short end of the decision in their super bantamweight title fight last September. Prior to the Nery fight, the Sonora, Mexico native had back-to-back knockouts over Jordan Escobar and Breilor Teran. A pro ó 2014, his previous action in the U.S. saw him earn a sixth-round knockout over Andre Wilson in 2016.

“I can’t wait for another big fight on June 19,” said Alameda. “I showed that I belong with the best in my last fight against Luis Nery, and I will be even better against Leo. My goal is to become world champion and I plan on displaying everything I’ve worked on in this fight. I’m excited to battle Leo and give the fans a great show.”

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DANNY ROMÁN TRAINING CAMP QUOTES & Grianghraif

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Former Unified Super Bantamweight Champion Román Battles Ricardo Espinoza Franco in Co-Main Event Live on SHOWTIME This Saturday, Bealtaine 15 ó Pháirc Spóirt Dignity Health in Carson, California in Event Presented by Premier Boxing Champions

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BELL GARDENS, CALIF. (Bealtaine 10, 2021) – Former unified super bantamweight world champion Danny Román will look to take one step closer to regaining his champion status when he takes on Ricardo Espinoza Franco in the co-main event of action live on SHOWTIME (10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT) Dé Sathairn, Bealtaine 15 in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.

The 31-year-old Román (27-3-1, 10 Kos) made his ring return after losing his unified titles in January 2020 Is speisialtóir Muay Téalainnis é a ghlac a chrios teidil meáchain welter M-1 Challenge Aibreán seo caite ag, when he bested former champion Juan Carlos Payano on his way to a unanimous decision. The Los Angeles-native captured his first title with a 2017 stoppage of Shun Kubo, before unifying belts with a triumph over T.J. Doheny in 2019, and eventually lost the belts via a narrow decision against Murodjon Akhmadaliev.

Here is what Román had to say about his training camp, his matchup Saturday and more:

Ar a champa traenála le déanaí:
“The final days of camp are wrapping up now before we head to the bubble. Mar i gcónaí, the sparring we got was top notch. My coach Eddie González and I have relentlessly been working every day to get me in the best shape of my life. These last two months have been demanding, but I know all the hard work will all pay off on fight night.”

On fighting in Southern California on SHOWTIME:
“Everyone knows Southern California is a breeding ground for boxers and the fans always show support for their hometown fighters. SHOWTIME has had some tremendous fights showcased out here and I plan to keep that tradition going strong. I plan to put on an entertaining fight for the fans by being explosive with my effort.”

On his matchup with Ricardo Espinoza Franco:
“This is not going to be an easy fight because I know my opponent is a tough fighter from Tijuana who is coming with everything he’s got. He’s got a lot of power, so I must be smart on how I throw my combinations. I believe my experience in big fights is going to be the difference on May 15. I’m expecting a rough fight and I’m ready for an intense battle.”

On his quest to become a world champion once again:
“Everything I do in boxing from here on out is to regain my status as a world champion. I’ll do whatever it takes to put me back in that position. A victory on May 15 will get me one step closer to that goal. I know in my heart I will become a world champion once again.”

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ABOUT NERY VS. FIGUEROA
Nery vs. Figueroa will see two elite undefeated 122-pound champions meet as luis Nery defends his WBC Super Bantamweight World Championship against Brandon Figueroa in a 12-round showdown live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Bealtaine 15 ó Pháirc Spóirt Dignity Health in Carson, Calif. in imeacht Premier Dornálaíocht Seaimpíní.

Sa an comh-gné Showtime CHAMPIONSHIP Dornálaíochta, former unified super bantamweight world champion Danny Román aghaidheanna Ricardo Espinoza Franco in a 10-round battle at 122 punt, while undefeated rising star Xavier Martínez meets former world title challenger Juan Carlos Burgos in a WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator scheduled for 12 rounds to open the telecast.

TGB Promotions a chuireann an ócáid ​​chun cinn. Martinez vs. Burgos is promoted in association with Mayweather Promotions.

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Undefeated Super Bantamweight Champions Luis Nery & Brandon Figueroa Square Off In High-Stakes World Title Showdown Saturday, Bealtaine 15 Headlining Action Live on SHOWTIME from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions

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Former Unified Super Bantamweight Champion Danny Roman Battles Ricardo Espinoza Franco in Co-Main Event
&
Rising Super Featherweight Contender Xavier Martinez Takes on
Juan Carlos Burgos To Kick Off Telecast at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT

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CARSON, CALIF. (Bealtaine 4, 2021) – Undefeated super bantamweight champions will meet for 122-pound supremacy when luis Nery makes the first defense of his WBC world title against Brandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa in the headline attraction of a three-fight card live on SHOWTIME Saturday, Bealtaine 15 in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.

Cuirfear tús leis an telecast Showtime CHAMPIONSHIP Dornálaíocht ag 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will see former unified super bantamweight champion Danny Roman take on hard-hittingRicardo Espinoza Franco in the 10-round co-main event, plus in the telecast opener undefeated super featherweight contender Xavier Martinez squares off against former world title challenger Juan Carlos Burgos in a 12-round WBA Super Featherweight Title Eliminator.

Nery vs. Figueroa will see the powerful two-division champion Nery pursue a signature win at super bantamweight, while the rising Figueroa looks to use his all-action style to earn a career-best victory and announce his presence amongst the sport’s elite. The winner of this fight will be in line to face WBO 122-pound champion Stephen Fulton later this year in a unification showdown.

TGB Promotions a chuireann an ócáid ​​chun cinn. Martinez vs. Burgos is promoted in association with Mayweather Promotions.

“The super bantamweight division is one of boxing’s most intriguing, and this showdown between Nery and Figueroa will be a huge step towards declaring the king of the weight class,"A dúirt Tom Brown, Uachtarán na Tionscnaimh TGB. “These two undefeated 122-pound champions will leave it all in the ring in front of the passionate Southern California fight fans on May 15. With two Mexican-warriors going toe-to-toe, this is a main event that you won’t want to miss a second of.”

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An Tijuana, Mexico native Nery (31-0, 24 Kos) became a two-division world champion in September as he won a wide unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Aaron Alameda to capture his WBC crown. The 26-year-old had held an 11-fight knockout streak entering that 122-pound title fight, establishing himself as a premier knockout artist at bantamweight during a run that included stoppages of former champions McJoe Arroyo and Juan Carlos Payano. Nery first became champion in 2017, when he went to Japan and stopped Shinsuke Yamanaka in his home country to capture the WBC bantamweight world title.

“This is one of the biggest fights of my career,"A dúirt Nery. “I am going to win this fight in spectacular fashion. I’m training hard every day to make sure I get the win on May 15. This is my time to make history for Mexico.”

The 24-year-old Figueroa (21-0-1, 16 Kos) returns to the ring after his most recent outing saw him stop Damien Vazquez in round 10 of their September 2020 clash. Figueroa applied his all-action style scoring knockouts over veteran contenders Moises Flores and Oscar Escandon to move his way up the 122-pound rankings. He captured the WBA’s interim super bantamweight title by stopping Yonfrez Parejo in April 2019, before eventually being elevated to “regular” champion. Figueroa has trained for this career-defining bout in Southern California, alongside his brother and former world champion Omar Figueroa.

“Training camp out here in California with Joel Diaz has been amazing,” said Figueroa. “I’m in tremendous shape and I’ll be ready to go on May 15. This is really one of the best training camps of my career. I know Nery is a tough fighter, maybe my toughest test to date. Tá mé 24 anois, so it’s time for me to start fighting these world class fighters and prove to myself that I belong in there with the best fighters. I know Stephen Fulton is lined up for the winner of this fight, but I’m preparing 110% for Nery. I know he’s not just any fighter, so I’m doing everything I can to come away with the win on May 15.”

Ranked in the top five by all four sanctioning bodies at super bantamweight, Rómhánach (27-3-1, 10 Kos) will look to continue on his path back toward another world title when he steps in the ring on May 15. The 30-year-old from Los Angeles most recently won an exciting 12-round unanimous decision over former champion Juan Carlos Payano last September. Roman first became world champion in 2017, when he stopped Shun Kubo for the WBA title. Roman would go on to unify titles by beating TJ Doheny for his IBF strap in 2019, before losing a narrow split decision to Murodjon Akhmadaliev in January 2020.

“I’m delighted to be fighting once again and can’t wait to step into the ring May 15 ar Showtime,” said Roman. “Ricardo Espinoza is a very tough fighter with a lot of heart. I know this fight is going to be another war and I’m fully prepared to go to battle. I’ve stayed in shape since my last fight, so fans can expect to see me throw a lot of punches. I’m going to make this fight a classic Mexican showdown.”

The 23-year-old Espinoza (25-3, 21 Kos) has fought professionally since 2015 agus bhuaigh 15 de chuid caite 16 fights heading into May 15. Fighting out of Tijuana, Mexico, Espinoza dropped a bantamweight interim title fight to current world champion John Riel Casimero in 2019 via a 12ú round knockout in a fight that was virtually tied on the cards. Espinoza bounced back with two straight victories, including his most recent triumph, a unanimous decision win over previously unbeaten Brandon Valdes last August.

“I’m training as hard as I ever have for this opportunity on May 15,” said Espinoza. “I feel strong and prepared for anything Roman is going to throw at me. I know that he’s an accomplished fighter, but I have all of the tools to be victorious and win an exciting fight that the fans are going to love.”

A Mayweather Promotions prospect from Sacramento, Calif., Martínez (15-0, 11 Kos) has trained for this fight in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 23-year-old earned a career-best victory in his last outing, defeating veteran contender Claudio Marrero by unanimous decision in October on SHOWTIME. Roimhe, Martínez added three stoppage victories to his record in 2019 to run up a seven-fight knockout streak heading into the Marrero fight.

“I’ve felt great in camp and have already been preparing hard for this opponent,” said Martinez. “My last fight was an incredible experience. The biggest thing it taught me is just because you’re winning, don’t fall asleep at the wheel. That’s the same mentality I’m taking into this fight. I proved in my last fight that I can box and can hang with the best in the sport. This is a side many haven’t seen because I’ve been decapitating my previous opponents. The world is going to see how much versatility I carry in my skill set. Bealtaine 15 is another day in the office, and it’s time to work!"

An Tijuana, Mexico native Burgos (34-4-2, 21 Kos) has faced an impressive resume of top fighters throughout his extensive career, dropping world title bouts to Mikey Garcia and Hozumi Hasegawa, in addition to a draw in a 130-pound title tilt against Roman Martinez. The 33-year-old ended up on the short end of decisions in challenges of unbeaten champion Devin Haney in 2018 and undefeated Hector Tanajara in January 2020. An chuid is mó le déanaí, he won a unanimous decision over Juan Ramon Bernal in March 2020.

“This is another opportunity for me to show that I have a lot left to give in the ring,” says Burgos. “Martínez doesn’t have a strong chin, as everyone saw when he got dropped twice by Claudio Marrero in his last fight. I’ve been training hard and waiting for an opportunity like this. Fans can expect an explosive performance on May 15.”

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