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Unbeaten 140-Pound Contender Fabian Maidana Battles Veteran Andrey Klimov & 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas Enters the Ring on Saturday, Juli 28 from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles in a Premier Boxing Champions Event

Mere! Undefeated Terrel Williams Clashes with Unbeaten Prospect Jamontay Clark on an Action-Packed Night of Undercard Fights

 

LOS ANGELES (Juli 16, 2018) – Undefeated super letvægt Fabian Maidana will square off against former title challenger Andrey Klimov a 10-round bout that highlights undercard action Saturday, Juli 28 from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

 

 

 

The action continues with 2016 US. Olympian and rising unbeaten prospect Karlos Balderas (5-0, 4 KOS) in a six-round super featherweight fight plus Terrel Williams(16-0, 13 KOS) taking on unbeaten welterweight prospect Jamontay Clark (13-0, 7 KOS)in a 10-round fight.

 

 

 

The event is headlined by a lightweight world championship title unification bout between WBC Lightweight World Champion Mikey Garcia and IBF Lightweight World Champion Robert Påske Jr. bor på SHOWTIME.

 

 

 

Billetter til live event, der fremmes af Ringstar Sport og TGB Kampagner, begin at $50, plus gældende gebyrer, og er der tilbud nu. At købe billetter, visit AXS.com.

 

 

 

Maidana (15-0, 11 KOS) is the younger brother of two-division world champion Marcos Maidana. The 26-year-old from Buenos Aires, Argentina is coming off an impressive TKO victory over Justin Savi on April 21 after defeating Johan Perez by decision in his prior fight. Klimov will present an increase in competition for Maidana as he continues on the path from prospect to contender.

 

 

 

The 35-year-old Klimov (20-4, 10 KOS), who was born in Klimovsk, Rusland, but now lives in Beverly Hills, stopped Ruben Movsesiani in his last fight on Sept. 30, 2017. That win snapped a three-fight losing streak in which he dropped decisions to former world champion Jose Pedraza, Liam Walsh and Alejandro Luna after a three-fight winning streak that led to the title fight against Pedraza.

 

 

 

The 22-year-old Balderas, a first-generation Mexican-American, competed on the U.S. Olympic boxing team in the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil before turning pro in April 2017. Representing Santa Maria, Calif., he most recently made his STAPLES Center debut on June 9 with a first round knockout of Alex Silva to remain unbeaten in his promising professional career.

 

 

 

The card will also feature former title challenger Roberto Marroquin (27-4-1, 20 KOS) against Panama’s Ricardo Nunez (20-2, 18 KOS) in a 10-round showdown, once-beaten super featherweight Ivan Delgado (11-1-1, 4 KOS) in a six-round bout and undefeated prospect Jerry Perez (7-0, 5 KOS) stepping into the ring for a six-round super featherweight fight.

 

 

 

Additional fights will see unbeaten 19-year-old prospect Wesley Diana facing Pennsylvania’s Evincil Dixon in a four-round 140-pound attraction, ubesejret Brandon Glanton tage på Mexicos Daniel Najera in a six-round cruiserweight bout and once-beaten featherweight Luis Coria overfor Mexicos Guadalupe Arroyo i en seks-round opgør.

 

 

 

Rounding out the lineup is unbeaten prospect Jose Balderas in a six-round fight, ubesejret Lina Licona in a four-round junior flyweight women’s bout and an eight-round clash between undefeated Neri Romero og Phoenix Jesus Aguinaga.

 

 

 

The three-fight SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast (10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT)will also see Cuban heavyweight slugger Luis “Real King Kong” Ortiz returning to action to face former title challenger Razvan Cojanu in a 10-round bout and unbeaten super lightweight contender Mario “El Azteca” Kvarterer tage på hårdtslående Jose Roman in a 10-round showdown.

 

 

 

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Josesito Lopez Scores Unanimous Decision Against Saul Corral In The Main Event Of Premier Boxing Champions On FS1 & FOX Deportes From The Novo At L.A. Levende

Alejandro Luna Earns A Unanimous Decision Over Andrey Klimov
Karlos Balderas Secures First Round Knockout Against Thomas Smith
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LOS ANGELES (April 9, 2017) – Josesito Lopez (35-7, 19 KOS) earned a decisive unanimous decision (100-89, 100-89, 100-89) løbet Saul Corral (21-9, 12 KOS) i Ringstar Sports promoted main event of Premier Boxing Champions FS1 & FOX Sports fraThe NovoL.A. Levende.
Although Corral was able to finish the fight, Lopez controlled the action throughout, dropping Corral to the canvas in the 10th round to cement the victory.
The co-main event saw Alejandro Luna (22-0, 15 KOS) nederlag Andrey Klimov (19-4, 9 KOS) ved enstemmig afgørelse (97-93, 98-92, 98-92) in a thrilling ten-round lightweight bout. Luna stunned Klimov on a couple of occasions, but the resilient Klimov would not be knocked out, instead going the distance in a fan-friendly battle.
The televised opener featured 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas (1-0, 1 KO) getting a powerful stoppage in his professional debut over Thomas Smith (3-5-1, 2 KOS). Balderas stalked Smith with precision and forced Smith’s corner to throw in the towel following the first round.
The non-televised fights featured a slew of talented fighters making their highly anticipated professional debuts. 2016 Mexican Olympian and Bronze medalist Misael Rodriguez (1-0) secured a unanimous decision (40-36, 40-36, 40-36) løbet Brian True (1-7-1, 1 KO) in four-round slugfest.
2016 Lithuanian Olympian Eimantas Stanionis (1-0, 1 KO) landed punches in bunches againstRasheed Lawal (1-5-1). Stanionis applied pressure with two swarms of punches in the first round, the second barrage proving too much for Lawal and forced the referee to stop the fight in round one (2:35).
Lindolfo Delgado (1-0, 1 KO) stoppet Luis Silva (3-10, 2 KOS) in round three (:33). Delgado knocked Silva down with a vicious uppercut in the second round and Silva never fully regained himself before his corner stopped the fight in the third frame.
Money Powell IV (1-0, 1 KO) used his height and reach advantage to dominate Todd Templeton (0-1), knocking Templeton down twice and then stunning him a third time before the referee stopped the action in the first round (2:55).
Here is what the fighters had to say following their bouts:
JOSESITO LOPEZ
I aften was a result of all the work I put in over the last few months with Robert Garcia.
I dropped him with a left hook, but he’s a gritty guy. He took some punishment. I was a little careful in there, selv. It’s been a while since I fought some good rounds like that. There were a few times that I tried to go for the kill, but he’s tough guy and stayed alive.
It felt good going the distance. My body felt good. Mere end noget andet, I was alert and my instincts were quick. I had good reflexes and I was sharp. I got hit with very few punches, so I think I did OK i aften.
I’m coming along. This is my second fight coming back i to år. It’s a little process. I feel like for my next fight I’ll be that much better. I’m just focused on continuing to get better. I want to step it up for the next fight.
We have a plan. Robert and I have only been training together for a short while, but the improvement is there and there’s more to come.
I’m the Riverside Rocky and I want to be in exciting fights that friends and family members will remember for years. I definitely have the grit and the (guts) to get in there with the best of them. I’m a lot smarter inside the ring now.
SAUL CORRAL
I felt like my distance was off i aften. I think I need to spend more time sparring. I didn’t have a lot of sparring partners for this fight and I think that affected me.
I thought when Lopez landed punches I came back strong, but I didn’t continue with the attacks because he was able to stop me.
I just need to change some things up in training camp, and then I think I can get back to another big fight.
ALEJANDRO LUNA
Klimov is a very tough guy. We’ve seen him go the distance with Terrence Crawford. He’s fought the cream of the crop, so it’s an honor to get a win over him. He’s a top-level fighter, so this victory goes to show that we’re ready for any top-five lightweight.
Our plan i aften was to work the body. We noticed he has a pretty high guard, so I wanted to go to the body to break him down little by little.
I know that I hurt him with a couple body shots, but he recovered fast. Later on, I hit him with an overhand right that got to him, but he’s such a tough guy.
My thing is always to please the crowd. I think this sport is as much about entertainment as it is skill and the fans want to see a show. That’s why I bring the action and do whatever I can to make it exciting for them.
The last round wasn’t my best. He was outworking me a little, so as soon as the 10-second bell rang I wanted to close the fight out strong. Desværre, I opened up and we clashed heads, which caused the cut over my left eye.
Andrey Klimov
I got staggered a little bit, but it wasn’t anything that I thought was going to turn my lights out.
Luna is a very herky jerky fighter. The cut over my left eye came near the end of the fight when we clashed heads.
“Jeg er 35 år. We’re going to go home and take some time to think about what’s next. I’ve been fortunate to do a lot of things in this sport. Now it’s time to talk with my family and decide my future.
KARLOS BALDERAS
We spent a lot of time sparring with great fighters to get ready for this fight. I think all the practice paid off and my speed was my biggest asset i aften.
I think their corner stopped the fight because he was taking so many shots, but I’m not sure.
I’m happy and excited to be a pro. I have so many people here i aften supporting me coming in from Oklahoma and Texas, so it’s an honor. I felt like a win wasn’t enough. I needed to make a statement.
I’m going to try to stay busy. I’d like to fight every two months, so I hope to be back in June fighting again.
THOMAS SMITH
I really had a bad headache. After the first two punches, I thought I could take it. I know he has a good body shot, but it didn’t really affect me. But after the fourth and fifth good one, I knew it was too much. I didn’t want to go out there in the second round just to get hurt.
MISAEL RODRIGUEZ
I honestly thought it was going to be an easier opponent. I haven’t been active since the Olympics eight months ago, but I trained very hard for this fight and got the win i aften.
I don’t think he brought anything to the table that was that different than what I’ve seen before, but it was my first pro fight and maybe there were some first fight jitters.
I’ve never had a bloody nose before, så i aften was definitely something different for me, but I rolled with the punches.
It means a lot to me to be a professional fighter now. I know the expectations are higher, and there are a lot of differences between the pros and amateurs, but it felt great in there.
EIMANTAS STANIONIS
I had a great camp, I have fantastic coaches and I work hard every day in the gym. I aften, it all paid off.
I saw that I was able to land some good shots, and I could tell I was getting to him a little bit, so I started throwing more and more to try and stop him.
This has been a dream of mine forever. I grew up watching legends like Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao, and now I’m a professional fighter just like them.
I’m ready to continue proving myself. I’ll fight anyone they put in front of me.
LINDOLFO DELGADO
My team and I had a game plan and I followed it to the letter.
The punch that I dropped (Silva) with was a left uppercut. Thankfully I was able to land it and I knew I had him hurt.
Competing in Rio de Janeiro in the Olympics was an incredible experience and a good learning lesson for me, but now I’ve officially made my transition into the pros. It felt different in the ring i aften, but I was very prepared.
I’m just going to continue training hard to build on this performance and little by little we’re going to reach our goals.
MONEY POWELL IV
I did what I wanted to do i aften. I dominated early. (Templeton) is a tough, old dude, and I want to thank him for taking this fight and allowing me to showcase my skills.
I was just trying to start the fight out by controlling my distance and using my jab, but I could see he didn’t have much to offer, so I stopped using my jab so much. Once I realized I could land shots on him I went with my power punches because anything I threw was going to get him.
Becoming a professional fighter is a dream come true for me. I always wanted to be a fighter ever since I was a little kid. Thankfully Richard Schaefer signed me and gave me a chance to realize my dream.
This is only the beginning for me. I’m trying to be the best fighter that’s ever lived.
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Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes This Sunday, April 9 From The Novo at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles & Live on FS1 & FOX Sports

Josesito Lopez, Alejandro Luna, Misael Rodriguez &
Maricela Cornejo Medier Workout Citater & Billeder
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LOS ANGELES (April 5, 2017) – Southern California-based fighters Josesito Lopez, Alejandro Luna, Misael Rodriguez og Maricela Cornejo hosted a media workout at the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy in Riverside Onsdag ahead of their bouts this Søndag, April 9 from the Novo at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.
Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 and FOX Deportes action is headlined by the former title challenger Lopez tage på Mexicos Saul Corral in a welterweight matchup. Tv dækning begynder ved 9:30 p.m. OG/6:30 p.m. PT and features the unbeaten Luna facing former title challenger Andrey Klimov and the pro debut of 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas.
Billetter til live event, which is promoted by Ringstar Sports, er prissat til $30 generel optagelse, $60 balcony reserved, $100 VIP balcony reserved and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through AXS.com HER.
Den 2016 Mexican Olympian and bronze medalist Rodriguez and the former title challengerCornejo will both enter the ring in separate undercard attractions.
Her er, hvad deltagerne havde at sige Onsdag foran på over 100 attendees including media, civic leaders and boxing fans from the community
JOSESITO LOPEZ
First thing is that I can’t look past my opponent søndag nat. If all goes well, I know that bigger things are coming. I want to give fans fights that they’ll remember for years to come. I’m that guy who wants to make great fights.
I know that I’m facing a tough fighter from Mexico. I always know that these guys come with a real hunger to win. I’ve prepared very well and I’m ready to put on a show Søndagnat.
I’ve taken advantage of opportunities given to me in the past and I’m looking to take advantage of every one I get. I’m going to show off my abilities søndag.
I’m in a good state of mind right now. I’ve been working for several months and I really feel 100 percent physically.
This is going to be a good fight. He’s going to come with the will to win. I’ll be smart and use my abilities. I’ve been working on some new things and Søndag will be a glimpse of what’s left to come.
It’s an honor for me to be the main event on a card with so many great young fighters. I remember that moment many years ago. These fighters are the future. This is just the beginning. I’m the present right now and I’m going to show that søndag.”
ALEJANDRO LUNA
More than anything I think that the fans can expect fireworks. I’m fighting a crafty veteran guy in Klimov who has fought the best. He’s fought guys like Terrence Crawford and Jose Pedraza. Our styles are meant for each other and I think they’re going to clash. The fans are going to be the real winners.
I say yes to every challenge they put in front of me. This is a big test. I feel confident in my training and I believe I can get past Klimov. I think getting this win shows that I’m ready to fight any champion in the lightweight division.
“Jeg træner 100 percent every time. I had a smooth camp and I’m ready to go. My work ethic is my secret weapon. I’m a believer that fights are won in the gym.
I fight for the people every time I’m in the ring. They’re paying money to see a great fight and I want them to get their money’s worth.
I’ve been under the radar but I think that in 2017 I’m going to put myself in the world title picture. I give it my all in the ring.
MISAEL RODRIGUEZ
I’m excited because I have a great team behind me with Richard Schaefer, Abner Mares and Robert Garcia. I feel strong and ready for this fight.
I’m so happy to be fighting in Los Angeles, because it’s like a second Mexico. I hope the fans all come out to see me because I’m going to work hard to be the next Mexican superstar.
I’m going to keep working and getting stronger and better. I have to be consistent and have good training camps so I can reach my goals.
“Træning med Robert Garcia har været stor. He has had a lot of champions and I hope that I will be next. Him and his whole family are good people and they’ve treated me like family. I’ve learned a lot already.
I have to be smart in the ring. I’m a Mexican fighter in my heart and I always will be. But I have to be smart and be ready for anything in the ring.
MARICELA CORNEJO
Joel Diaz has helped me so much with the mental side of the game. The way he speaks so passionately about the sport, he transfers that to me. I feel that belief and trust. He gives me the right words to keep me going and unleash anything I was holding back.
I work really hard at this sport. People didn’t see me when I was coming up, but It’s been a real journey. I’ve never backed down from anything. I’m proud to be a female fighter in the sport right now. Female athletes are getting more attention across the world than they ever have.
Boxing means a lot to me. I’ve overcome a lot of obstacles. Getting in the ring and getting hit in the face is a lot easier than what I’ve had to go through. I love boxing because it’s all about going for the win no matter what is thrown in front of you.
RICHARD Schäfer, Formand & CEO for Ringstar Sport
All of these young fighters we’re letting loose søndag are coming to fight. This won’t be ‘Dancing with the Stars’, they will come to engage and destroy. These guys all have advanced skills and I look forward to seeing them in the ring.
Misael Rodriguez is a very charismatic person. He’s an entertainer and a fighter. With Abner behind him as a manager and Robert Garcia as a trainer, this is a kid who wants to surround himself with the best. Watching his career will be very exciting.
Josesito had his biggest win, over Victor Ortiz, right across the street at Staples Center and he is ready for the next step in his career in a stacked welterweight division. I also believe that Alejandro Luna is on the cusp of being in world title contention if he can get through Klimov søndag. Desuden, you have one of the most charismatic female stars in Maricela Cornejo going along with an incredible group of young talent making their debutssøndag.
With this new young class of fighters coming out of Southern California combined with world champions like Leo Santa Cruz, Mikey Garcia and Abner Mares, Los Angeles is on its way to being the fight capital of the world again.
I’ve never done an event on a Søndag and it definitely doesn’t happen very often. I want to challenge the status quo and try different things. I am equally excited about this Sunday card as I have been for any card I’ve promoted because of all the great young talent.
ABNER MARES, Rodriguez’s Manager
I’m nervous and excited to see Misael in the ring søndag. He’s a fighter with a lot of heart and the desire to become a world champion just like I was coming out of the Olympics.
Our goal is to have Misael fight six times this year. We’re going to go step-by-step to make him a champion.
Misael is the future. He brings excitement and he’s likeable. He’s in a great weight class and the team he has behind him will get him to where he needs to go.
Seeing Misael grow from the manager’s side will be as exciting if not more than my own progression. I can’t wait to take him to a world championship.
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‘Premier Boxing ChampionsSeries Springs Forward With Loaded Slate of Telecasts

Schedule Includes Five Shows In April
Showcasing Champions, Contenders &
Top Prospects in Competitive Matches
LAS VEGAS (April 5, 2017) – The Premier Boxing Champions series rolled into April with a hotly contested match between Edner Cherry and Omar Douglas on FS1TOE-til-tå tirsdagelast night and will continue with an outstanding slate of shows, featuring matches in some of the deepest divisions in boxing.
Premier Boxing Champions will present a busy schedule in April, involving prospects, rising stars and established champions,” said Tim Smith, Vice President of Communications for Premier Boxing Champions. “It’s the kind of schedule that contains matches for every type of boxing fan.
The impressive run started with Cherry besting Douglas in a close and competitive super featherweight clash from Sands Bethlehem Events Center in Bethlehem, Pa., på “TOE-til-tå tirsdageon FS1 and FOX Deportes last night.
Next up, former title challenger Josesito Lopez mødes Mexicos Saul Corral in the main event on FS1 and FOX Deportes from the Novo at L.A. Live in Los Angeles at 9:30 p.m. OG/6:30 p.m. PT på Søndag, April 9. Unbeaten lightweight contender Alejandro Luna will battle former title contender Andrey Klimov in a 10-round bout in the co-feature. Også, 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas will make his pro debut in a six round super featherweight match.
A welterweight world title eliminator between former champions Andre Berto og Shawn Porter will highlight an action-packed PBC card on SHOWTIME from Barclays Center in Brooklyn at 9 p.m. OG/6 p.m. PT på Lørdag, April 22. Undefeated 154-pound champion Jermell Charlo will defend his title against top contender Charles Hatley i co-feature. Also in action is heavyweight title contender Luis “Real King Kong” Ortiz taking on rugged veteran Derric Rossy.
Exciting contenders Oscar Molina og Levan Ghvamichava will square-off in the main event, while rising star Brandon Figueroa also enters the ring, in an action-packedTOE-til-tå tirsdageshow on FS1 and FOX Deportes at 9 p.m. OG/6 p.m. PT på April 25.
Shumenov Beibu defends his cruiserweight title against yunier Dorticos mens Carlos Zambrano vil kæmpe Claudio Marrero in a featherweight showdown on FS1 and FOX Deportes at 10 p.m. OG/7 p.m. PT from Sam’s Town Live in Las Vegas on Lørdag, April 29.
The PBC schedule for May promises to be just as jam-packed with exciting matches. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements.
About Premier Boxing Champions
Premier Boxing Champions is a live boxing series created for TV and cable by Haymon Sports, LLC. The series features the greatest array of international boxing talent in all weight divisions, with fighters representing over 10 countries including the United States and Mexico. From former Olympians to Champions of all nationalities, the series can be seen on over 10 networks in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the U.K.

Ringstar Sports Rising Stars Media Workout Quotes & Billeder

Karlos Balderas, Misael Rodriguez, Eimantas Stanionis & Lindolfo Delgado Host Media Workout in Advance of the Special Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes Event Søndag, April 9 Fra
The Novo at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles
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LOS ANGELES (Marts 28, 2017) – A group of newly-signed Ringstar Sports talent was on display at the Wild Card Boxing Club in Hollywood Tirsdag, as the young fighters participated in a media workout in advance of their respective pro debuts taking placeSøndag, April 9 from The Novo at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.
Participating in Tirsdagens workout was 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas of Santa Maria, Calif., who will make his pro debut in a six-round super featherweight contest featured on the Premier Boxing Champions FS1 og FOX Sports fjersynsudsendelse.
Also working out for the media was 2016 Team Mexico Olympic Bronze medalist Misael Rodriguez, who is trained by Robert Garcia and managed by Abner Mares, 2016 Lithuanian Olympian Eimantas Stanionis, who is trained by Freddie Roach and 2016 Mexican Olympian Lindolfo Delgado.
Tv dækning begynder ved 9:30 p.m. OG/6:30 p.m. PT and is headlined by former world title challenger Josesito “Riverside Rocky” Lopez battling Mexico’s Saul Corral in a 10-round showdown, plus unbeaten lightweight Alejandro “El Charro” Luna facing former title challenger Andrey Klimov.
Billetter til live event, which is promoted by Ringstar Sports, er prissat til $30 generel optagelse, $60 balcony reserved, $100 VIP balcony reserved and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through AXS.com HER.
Her er, hvad deltagerne havde at sige Tirsdag:
KARLOS BALDERAS
I’ve improved a lot working in the gym. I’m doing a lot of good sparring and strength and conditioning work. We’re training harder but also a lot smarter than ever.
I’m really looking forward to this fight. I’ve prepared well. I’m taking this as seriously as a championship fight. You’re going to see a new Karlos Balderas on April 9.
I definitely want to make Los Angeles my home for as many fights as possible. That’s where everything is happening. I want to make Los Angeles mine.
I want to be in exciting fights as a professional. I’m proud of what I did in the amateurs and the Olympics, but I know this is an entirely different game. I’m looking to do even bigger and better things.
I’m going to take it one fight at a time. I want to build a perfect record and build my fan base. I hope to be fighting for a world title in a few years. I know that I have the right team to get me there.
I’m going to try to stay busy and get a fight every two months or so. My last fight was at the Olympics in Rio, but after this one I’ll be ready to stay in training throughout the year.
I’ve known a lot of these other fighters here for a long time from all of the amateur tournaments. It’s nice to see us all coming together now as professionals. In the amateurs people pretty much stay with their own team, but this is the time for us to come together and learn from each other. It’s a great feeling to be a part this.
Everyone knows a Carlos with a ‘C,’ so I wanted to stand out. As a professional and from here on out, I am going to be known as Karlos with a ‘K’.
MISAEL RODRIGUEZ
I feel very strong and I’m excited to get back in the ring. I’m hungry to fight and prove myself in this sport.
I’m looking forward to being in big fights. I know that it takes time. I will get there eventually and become a world champion.
I’ve known Abner Mares for a long time because he was a Mexican Olympian as well and it was an easy decision to have him help me with my career.
I knew after the Olympics that it was time to turn pro. Growing up as a Mexican child, all I wanted was to be a world champion. I want to be a fan-favorite for Mexicans.
Los Angeles is like a second Mexico. It will feel like Mexico to me. I know that I will have a lot of fans coming from my hometown [Chihuahua, Mexico] to support me. I’m excited to work with Richard and put on more great fights.
EIMANTAS STANIONIS
I was very excited and eager when I first heard about the opportunity to train with Freddie Roach. I came out to California as soon as I could to start training.
I’m working very hard. I give it my all in training and I leave everything in the gym every single day. I’m just going to keep doing my best.
The Olympics were a very good experience for me. I won a lot of tournaments to get there and that road has led me to this moment.
I met Richard Schaefer at the Olympics and that’s what led to me signing with Ringstar. I’m very happy to be with Richard and I’m excited for this first step.
I want to start making my mark in the welterweight division. This is a division with big stars that I’d love to face one day.
I never thought I would live in Hollywood, but here I am and I love Los Angeles.
LINDOLFO DELGADO
I had an awesome experience in the Olympics and it gave me a lot of confidence heading into my pro career. I’m excited to finally be able to enter the ring and I hope all of us Olympians give spectacular performances.
It’s an honor to be turning pro on this same card with my Mexican teammate, Misael Rodriguez. I’m very happy for Karlos and Eimantas too and I look forward to being on more shows with them.
I can’t wait to compete and show off my talent to all the fans. I’m going to keep improving my skills and I believe one day I’ll be able to become another Mexican world champion.
Signing with Ringstar was the best choice that I could have made and I think there will be a lot of success for Ringstar and for me. This will be a great first step.
RICHARD Schäfer, Formand & CEO for Ringstar Sport
With Karlos Balderas you have someone with the skills in the ring, the personality and the character outside of the ring as well. The combination of all of this will ultimately, make him the new face of the sport.
There always has to be somebody who carries the Southern California boxing scene. Right now there is a void. I see Karlos very quickly becoming the King of L.A. and become a star in the sport.
This will be a big night for Mexican boxing. Both Misael and Lindolfo have a lot of discipline and worked very hard to earn the opportunity to represent their country and they will bring that work ethic into the pros.
Lindolfo Delgado is the ‘Pretty Boyand I expect him to bring a lot of female fans, while Misael is the first Mexican boxer i 16 år to bring a medal back from the Olympics, which I think is very significant.
Freddie told me that the only other time he saw someone walk through the door with as much natural talent as Stanionis, is when Manny Pacquiao came through that door.
I’m excited for opening night on April 9. It’s the beginning of the next generation of stars. To see them all in one night is going to be very special.
FREDDIE ROACH, Stanionis’ Trainer
This is a great show for the future of boxing. You have four talented Olympians on this show. I can’t wait for Stanionis to show his skills to the world.
Stanionis sparred with five of Miguel Cotto’s sparring partners and he knocked down three of them if that tells you anything about his power.
I just want him to go out there and have some fun and do his job. We’re not going to go out there looking for a first round knockout, but if it comes, that’s a bonus. We’re going to show our skills and win every minute of every round.
ROBERT GARCIA, Rodriguez’s Trainer
I’ve been working with Misael for about three months after Abner brought him to me. With Mexico behind him and winning a bronze medal, that’s huge already. We have a game plan with this kid that we’re going to execute.
Misael was only on the Mexican team for two years. He was the least experienced member of the team. He’s going to get a lot of experience while fighting as a pro.
We’re going to keep him busy and definitely want him fighting in Mexico. He’s going to keep gaining more confidence each time he enters the ring.
ABNER MARES, Rodriguez’s Manager
I just wanted to help out Misael on the business side of the sport and that’s why I got involved in his career. I brought him to Robert’s gym to spar and everyone saw that he has a lot of skills.
Being a bronze medalist from Mexico is a big thing to bring into the pros and I think it’s something the Mexican fans can get behind. Misael has room to grow but I believe the skills are there to be a world champion.
I’m hoping to use my experience and my relationships to get him the right fights and put him in a position to reach his full potential.
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Ringstar Sports Rising Stars Make Their Professional Debuts Sunday, April 9 From The Novo at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles

2016 Mexican Olympian & Bronze Medalist Misael Rodriguez
Amateur Star Money Powell IV, 2016 Lithuanian Olympian
Eimantas Stanionis & 2016 Mexican Olympian Lindolfo Delgado
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LOS ANGELES (Marts 22, 2017) – A host of newly-signed Ringstar Sports talent will take the stage and make their professional debuts in separate bouts that make up a stacked undercard on Søndag, April 9 from The Novo at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.
The decorated amateurs who will turn pro in separate four-round bouts are 2016 Olympic Bronze medaljevinder Misael Rodriguez, who enters the ring in a middleweight clash, top-rated U.S. Amatør Money Powell IV, whowill compete in a super welterweight bout, 2016 Lithuanian Olympian Eimantas Stanionis, whofights in a welterweight attraction and 2016 Mexican Olympian Lindolfo Delgado, whowill battle in lightweight action.
This is going to be a tremendous night from top to bottom as the top talent from Ringstar Sports will begin their quests for superstardom,” said Richard Schaefer, Chairman and CEO of RIngstar Sports. “Fra 2016 Olympians like Misael Rodriguez, Lindolfo Delgado and Eimantas Stanionis to an accomplished amateur like Money Powell IV, fans at The Novo will be treated to outstanding bouts featuring top talent from start to finish.
Additional action will see former world title challenger and Los Angeles-native Maricela Cornejo (6-2, 2 KOS) in a six-round super middleweight bout. The 29-year-old lost a narrow split decision in a middleweight world title fight against Kali Reis last April in New Zealand. Cornejo picked up two wins in the last three months of 2016 and will return seeking another world title opportunity on April 9.
Rounding out the night of fights will be former world title challenger Roberto Marroquin(25-4-1, 18 KOS) in a super featherweight bout, plus exciting prospect Alexander kriger(2-0, 1 KO) i en seks-round Bout.
Billetter til live event, which is promoted by Ringstar Sports, er prissat til $30 generel optagelse, $60 balcony reserved, $100 VIP balcony reserved and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through AXS.com HER.
Den April 9 event is headlined by former world title challenger Josesito “Riverside Rocky” Lopez battling Mexico’s Saul Corral in a 10-round showdown. Premier Boxing ChampionsFS1 og FOX Sports coverage begins at 9:30 p.m. OG/6:30 p.m. PT and features unbeaten lightweight Alejandro “El Charro” Luna kæmper Andrey Klimov and the pro debut of 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas in a six-round super featherweight fight.
At last year’s Rio games, the 22-year-old Rodriguez overcame incredible odds to win the first Olympic boxing medal for Mexico since Christian Bejerano in 2000. The Chihuahua native and his teammates had to resort to begging on public buses and streets in Mexico to raise money to compete in international boxing tournaments. He completed his road to the medal stand by defeating Egypt’s Hosam Bakr Abdin to clinch a medal in the middleweight division.
Born in Germany, where his former boxer father was stationed in the military, Powell IVdedicated himself to boxing for good when his family moved back to the U.S. i 2011. The 19-year-old has quickly made a name for himself since then, vinde 2016 Youth Welterweight National Championship to earn the top ranking in the 152-pound division by USA Boxing. Fighting out of Fort Mitchell, on the state line of Alabama and Georgia, Powell will campaign at super welterweight as a professional.
An accomplished amateur representing Kaunas, Litauen, Stanionis is looking to become the next Eastern European fighter to make a splash in the U.S. The 22-year-old had a 141-19 record as an amateur and earned four senior national championships before winning gold at the European Olympic Qualifier to earn his trip to the 2016 Games. A gold medalist at welterweight at the 2015 European Amateur Boxing Championships, Stanionis hopes to build his way up to contention in one of the premiere division in boxing.
A teammate of Rodriguez on the 2016 Mexicanske olympiske hold, Delgado will now look to accomplish the professional dreams he’s sought since he started boxing at 10 år. The 22-year-old would eventually capture gold at the 2016 American Olympic Qualification and earn his trip to Rio. Born in Linares but training in Tijuana, Delgado compiled a 139-15 amateur record that included a victory over former world champion Amnat Ruenroeng.
The 27-year-old Marroquin won his first 19 pro fights after a stellar amateur career that culminated in a runner-up performance in the 2007 US. Olympiske forsøg. The Dallas-native challenged unbeaten Guillermo Rigondeaux for a 122-pound title in 2012 and has picked up victories over Antonio Escalante, Kiun Evans and Miguel Soto since.
Representing Irving, Texas, Warrior made his pro debut on June 25, 2016 in Dallas. The 19-year-old stopped Luis Caballero in his first start and followed it up with a decision over Manuel David Lopez Macias in October.
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Exciting Welterweight Josesito Lopez Battles Mexico’s Saul Corral in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes Sunday, April 9 From The Novo at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles

Lightweight Contenders Collide as Undefeated Alejandro Luna Takes on Former Title Challenger Andrey Klimov
Mere The Pro Debut of 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas in Televised Action
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LOS ANGELES (Marts 21, 2017) – Former world title challenger Josesito “Riverside Rocky” Lopez (34-7, 19 KOS) will face Mexico’s Saul “NavajoCorral (22-8, 13 KOS) i det 10-round main event af Premier Boxing Champions FS1 og FOX Sports Søndag, April 9 from The Novo at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.
Tv dækning begynder ved 9:30 p.m. OG/6:30 p.m. PT and features unbeaten lightweight contender Alejandro “El Charro” Luna (21-0, 15 KOS) battling former title challenger Andrey Klimov (19-3, 9 KOS) in a 10-round bout plus the pro debut of 2016 US. Olympian Karlos Balderas in a six-round super featherweight fight.
I’m excited to get back in the ring as the main event and put on a show for the fans in Los Angeles,” Said Lopez. “I’m looking for a world title shot and I believe I have the skills to beat any welterweight out there. This is going to be a great night of fights from start to finish. I’ve been training like never before and I can’t wait to show everybody.
I can’t wait to get in the ring and make the most of this opportunity to make a name for myself,” said Corral. “I’ve been training hard to be ready for anything Josesito brings. It’s going to be an exciting fight but I’m prepared to leave everything in the ring and get the victory.
Billetter til live event, which is promoted by Ringstar Sports, er prissat til $30 generel optagelse, $60 balcony reserved, $100 VIP balcony reserved and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through AXS.com HER.
I’m thrilled to be able to promote a great night of California-based PBC action here in Los Angeles headlined by the return of a local fan favorite, Josesito Lopez,” said Richard Schaefer, Chairman and CEO of RIngstar Sports. “Also we have Alejandro Luna, who is in a tough fight with his sights set on a world title and I can’t wait for U.S. Olympian Karlos Balderas to make his pro debut in what will be the start to a great career. This is a night at The Novo that you don’t want to miss.
Always in action-packed fights and known for his exciting style and ability to triumph against the odds, Lopez is coming off of a dominant decision victory over Todd Manuel in December 2016. Proudly representing Riverside, California, Lopez has fought at the highest level of competition for years including challenges of Andre Berto, Canelo Alvarez and Marcos Maidana plus triumphs over Victor Ortiz, Mike Arnaoutis and Mike Dallas.
Representing Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, Corral is the winner of 10 of his last twelve bouts entering April 9. The 30-year-old has fought professionally since 2006 and most recently went the distance in a 10-round decision loss to U.S. Olympian Sadam Ali. He won a Mexican title in July 2016 with a fifth-round stoppage of Francisco Medel and also challenged former champion Mike Alvarado amongst his 30 career bouts.
At just 25-years old, Luna has already put together an impressive 21 professionelle vinder siden drejning pro i 2010. Kæmper ud af Bellflower, California he began his 2016 campaign by stopping veteran Alan Herrera before dominating previously once-beaten Naim Nelson on his way to a 10-round decision in August. He had previously defeated former world champion Cristobal Cruz and veteran Sergio Lopez on the way to amassing his perfect record.
Originally from Russia but now living and training in Beverly Hills, Klimov was unbeaten in his first 16 pro fights as he climbed up the world rankings. After dropping a decision to Terrence Crawford in 2013, he won three straight fights to earn his world title opportunity against Jose Pedraza. Klimov owns victories over John Molina Jr., Gabino Cota and Guillermo Avila.
Fighting out of Santa Maria, California, den 20-årige Balderas is the son of Mexican parents who immigrated to the United States to give their children a better life. Balderas had an impressive amateur career that included a 2014 Youth National Championship, four National PAL championships and an impressive run in the World Series of Boxing. His amateur career culminated in a trip to the 2016 Olympic Games where he represented the U.S. and defeated fighters from Kazakhstan and Japan before a decision loss in the quarterfinals.
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HOMETOWN HERO GØR HISTORIE: DEONTAY WILDER STOPPER ERIC MOLINA, WINS BY 9TH-ROUND KNOCKOUT AT BARTOW ARENA

 

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Jose Pedraza Påstande Vacant Junior Letvægts Titel

Med Dominerende enstemmig afgørelse Over Andrey Klimov

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Juni 13, 2015) - I den første titel kæmpe i staten Alabama, Deontay "The Bronze Bomber" Wilder (34-0, 33 KOS), had to work harder than expected before dismantlingEric "Drummer Boy" Molina (23-3, 17 KOS) med et niende runde knockout Lørdag nat i den vigtigste begivenhed af SHOWTIME Championship Boxing® lever videre SHOWTIME.

 

Hjemby helten Wilder, der blev født og stadig bor lige 60 miles nede ad vejen i Tuscaloosa, droppede Molina, af Lyford, Texas, med en lige højre hånd 63 sekunder i niende runde, hvilket fik dommeren Jack Reiss at kalde kampen ud som følge af Molina fjerde og sidste knockdown af aftenen foran en hæs udsolgt flok 9,347 ved Bartow Arena på campus ved University of Alabama i Birmingham.

 

Et spil Molina overraskede Wilder med sin udholdenhed og hjerte. "Jeg var overrasket over Molina, han viste enorm hjerte,"Sagde en opstemt Wilder som brøler fra mængden ringede ned fra spærene. "Alle kritikere tvivlede ham, men han viste, at han var en meget hård udfordrer. Jeg havde brug for en hård fyr, som havde hjerte og som kunne få faldt og stadig komme op igen. "

 

Wilder slået ned Molina gang i fjerde runde med en venstre hook og to gange i femte runde med sin dødbringende højre hånd, ser, som om kampen ville blive stoppet før starten af ​​den sjette runde. Men Molina var fast besluttet på at komme op og var endda i stand til at lande en stor højre hånd i den ottende runde, bedøvelse en tilsyneladende træt Wilder.

 

Selvom ikke udfaldet han havde håbet på, Molina var taknemmelig for muligheden. "Jeg gav den alt, hvad jeg havde,"En nedslået Molina sagde. "Det var ikke det resultat jeg ønskede, men hvad kan jeg gøre. Det var min drøm at kæmpe om titlen. Wilder er en stor fighter, og jeg vil have ham til at være stor. "

 

Boksning historiker og SHOWTIME Analyst Steve Farhood forudsat interessant indsigt efter den vigtigste begivenhed. "Jeg troede, denne kamp producerede tre vindere. Deontay Wilder, staten Alabama og tro det eller ej, Eric Molina. Forventninger var lave for Molina, men han kommer til at få flere tilbud baseret ud denne kamp. Han præsenterede en rimelig udfordring og kæmpede med en masse hjerte. Publikum var fantastisk, og jeg tror, ​​at alle gerne vil se Deontay Wilder kæmpe her igen. "

 

I åbningen Bout af SHOWTIME Championship Boxing doubleheader, Jose "The Sniper" Pedraza (20-0, 12 KOS) domineret Andrey Klimov (20-1, 9 KOS) fra åbningen klokken til at kræve den ledige IBF Junior Letvægts Titel med en enstemmig beslutning sejr.

 

Pedraza, gør hans 2015 debut, sejrede af snesevis af 120-108 to gange og 119-109.

 

Pedraza var alle smil bagefter. "Jeg var meget glad, fordi jeg har ofret mit liv til det sidste 14 år at blive verdensmester,"Sagde han. "Det var ikke nemt, men det er en drøm, en drøm hver fighter tænker at blive verdensmester. "

 

Fra åbningen klokke, Pedraza, af Cidra, Puerto Rico, brugte sin overlegne hånd hastighed, kombination stansning og krop jabs til at skabe afstand og holde Klimov, af Klimovsk, Rusland, i skak. Pedraza landede 50 procent af hans magt skud i forhold til en 26 procent sats af Klimov. Den puertoricanske bliver 62ND fighter who has appeared on ShoBox: Den nye generation, at blive verdensmester.

 

Pedraza brugte tidligere Puerto Rico mestre som motivation i at hævde sin første titel. "At blive den syvende puertoricanske Champion på 130 betyder verden for mig,"Sagde han. "Jeg ser op til Miguel Cotto og nu unge Puerto Rico boksere kommer til at se op til mig. "

Efter kampen, Klimov afslørede, hvorfor han var dækket i blod for de fleste af natten. "På den allerførste punch af kampen, Pedraza brød min næse og fra dette punkt fremad jeg spillede fangst,"Sagde han. "Min evne i ringen blev hindret på grund af min næse, som det holdes på hævelse. "

Selvom næsen var en faktor i kampen, en voldsramte Klimov lavet ingen undskyldninger. "Pedraza gjorde et fremragende arbejde, han er en rigtig god, hurtig fighter. "

Åbning af SHOWTIME BOKSNING på SHO EXTREME telecast ubesejret Julian "J-Rock" Williams (20-0-1, 12KOS) af Philadelphia, Pa. leverede en imponerende sjette runde TKO (2:43) løbet Dårlig Ovsepyan (14-5, 11 KOS) af Yerevan, Armenien, at beholde sin WBC Continental Super Welterweight Titel.

 

Williams startede stærkt banker Ovsepyan ned med en stor højre hånd 35 sekunder inde i første runde. Han fortsatte med at udbakke Ovsepyan, bryde ham ned med store og præcise krop skud med begge hænder. På tidspunktet for standsningen, Williams havde landet 52 procent af hans samlede slag, sammenlignet med Ovsepyan s 19 procent.

 

"Jeg kunne sandsynligvis er færdig ham tidligere, men jeg ønskede at tage min tid,"Sagde Williams. "På trods af, hvad folk måske tror, han er en anstændig fighter og en god puncher. Jeg ønskede ikke at tvinge knockout, fordi der kan gøre en bokser se upoleret. "

 

"Jeg fik knockout, og jeg er klar til den næste fase af min karriere. Jeg råber af hele division, men jeg vil gerne starte med Austin Trout. Jeg vendte 25 i april, og jeg har brug for at begynde at bygge mit CV, fordi jeg ønsker at være i Boxing Hall of Fame en dag. "

 

I SHOWTIME EXTREME main event, ubesejret montenegrinske Dejan "El dinamita" Zlaticanin (17-0, 10 KOS) afgivet utilfreds med den anden knockout af aftenen, ødelægger den fejlfrit rekord på ukrainsk Ivan "The Terrible" Redkach (18-1, 14 KOS) med en TKO på1:24 af den fjerde runde med en ødelæggende venstre hook.

 

Redkach havde en seks tommer rækkevidde fordel over Zlaticanin, men den montenegrinske var den stærkere mere præcis mand landing 33 procent af hans samlede slag i forhold til Redkach s 21 procent. Redkach tog et knæ i den tredje efter en lav slag og en utilsigtet headbutt, der førte til et lille snit. På tidspunktet for standsningen, Zlaticanin var foran på alle scorekort, 27-30 og 28-29 to gange.

 

En virtuel ukendt for US. fans, der kommer i, Zlaticanin kunne ikke indeholde sin begejstring bagefter. "Jeg føler, at jeg lever en drøm, Jeg er meget glad,"Sagde han. "Jeg slog nogen, der er en boksekamp standout i Amerika. Jeg vidste går ind i kampen, at jeg var den bedste fighter. Jeg virkelig ønskede at såre ham i den ring. Jeg hørte, at han var en stor bokser og magt puncher, men han undervurderet mine talenter. Jeg viste den amerikanske fan base, hvad jeg er i stand til. "

 

Efter kampen, Redkach var synligt fortvivlet. "Jeg er meget skuffet,"Sagde han. "Dette er min første professionelle tab. Jeg forstår ikke, hvorfor dommeren stoppede kampen, da der stadig var over et minut tilbage i runde. Jeg følte helt fint i ringen, der var en dårlig stop. "

I en gynge Bout, lovende ubesejret udsigten Ahmed Elbiale (11-0, 10 KOS) af Miami, Fla. ved hjælp af Egypten, scorede et 1:04, første runde knockout løbet Modtagelse Woods (8-5, 7KOS) af Atlanta, Ga.

 

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"WILDER vs. MOLINA,"En 12-round kamp for Wilders WBC Heavyweight Championship, fandt sted lørdag, Juni 13, på The Bartow Arena i Birmingham, Ala. DiBella Underholdning og Bruno Begivenhed Team gået sammen om at bringe begivenhed til Alabama. I co-main event co-fremmes af DiBella i samarbejde med Universal Promotions, Jose Pedraza står Andrey Klimov i en 12-round kamp for IBF Junior Lightweight verden titel. Det blev sendt live på SHOWTIME® (9 p.m. OG/ 6 p.m. PT). Den telecast var tilgængelig på spansk via sekundær lyd programmering (SAP). Preliminary bouts were televised live on SHOWTIME EXTREME (7 p.m. OG/PT, forsinket på vestkysten).

Hjemkomst: DEONTAY WILDER VS. ERIC MOLINA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES AND PHOTOS

“Alle ved, at Deontay Wilder får arbejdet gjort. Jeg arbejdede for hårdt at komme her for at bare give op bæltet. Jeg ønsker, at alle remme, Jeg er grådig sådan.” — Deontay Wilder

“Da min drøm bliver en realitet på lørdag, Jeg kommer lige tilbage her og give Wilder i omkamp.” – Eric Molina

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Juni 11, 2015) – To dage før den første nogensinde verden titel kamp i staten Alabama, ubesejret sværvægter verdensmester Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder og udfordrer Eric Molina deltaget i en anspændt afsluttende pressekonference Torsdag på Embassy Suites i Birmingham.

 

Den hårdtslående Wilder (33-0, 32 KOS), af Tuscaloosa, Ala, vil være at gøre den første forsvar af tunge titel, han vandt imponerende fra Gold Cup i januar, da han møder Molina (23-2, 17 KOS), af Lyford, Texas, dette Lørdag, Juni 13, i de vigtigste begivenhed på SHOWTIME Championship Boxing® lever videre SHOWTIME (9 p.m. OG/6 p.m. PT) fra Bartow Arena i Birmingham, Ala.

 

I co-funktionen på SHOWTIME Championship Boxing, ubesejret Jose “Sniper” Pedraza(19-0, 12 KOS), af Cidra, Puerto Rico, vil blive modarbejdet af Andrey Klimov (19-1, 9 KOS), af Klimovski, Rusland, i en 12-rounder om den ledige IBF Junior Letvægts VM.

 

I de vigtigste begivenhed på SHOWTIME BOKSNING på SHO EXTREME®, ubesejrede verdens rangeret kandidaterJohn “The Terrible” RedK og Dejan “Den Dynamite” Zlaticanin vil firkantet ud i en 12-round eliminator. Vinderen mellem Redkach (18-0, 1 ND, 14 KOS), Los Angeles, og Zlaticanin (16-0, 9 KOS), Montenegro, bliver den obligatoriske udfordrer til Jorge Linares, WBC 135-pund verdensmester.

 

Åbning af SHO EXTREME telecast, ubesejrede top 10-rangerede super weltervægt Julian “J Rock” Williams (19-0-1, 11 PRISER, 1 ND), af Philadelphia, vil blive modarbejdet af Armeniens Dårlig Ovsepyan(14-4, 11 KOS), af Glendale, Calif., i en otte-round Bout. Time permitting, hårdtslående lys sværvægtere Ahmed Elbiali (10-0, 9 KOS, 1-1 WSB), af Miami, Fla, og Modtagelse Woods (8-4, 7 KOS), af Atlanta, vil kollidere i en fire / seks-round swing match.

 

Nedenfor er, hvad krigere og Hall of Fame promotor Don King havde at sige i dag:

 

DEONTAY WILDER, Heavyweight verdensmester

 

“Jeg er taknemmelig for alle, der har sammensat denne store begivenhed. Dette er en drøm for mig. Da jeg holdt min drøm om at blive ubestridte sværvægter mester af verden, Jeg ønskede at gøre noget for at ændre Alabama sport landskabet.

 

“Folk ville have mig til at haste min karriere, selv jeg gjorde på nogle punkter, men jeg er en mand, der tror på timing, og at der er et tidspunkt, hvor tingene skal ske. Vi er nødt til at vente på vores tid.

 

“Dette er min skæbne. Når jeg havde min dyrebare datter hun ændrede mit liv for evigt, og hun blev min motivation for at komme her. Hun er grunden til at jeg går hårdt i gymnastiksalen, hun er grunden til at jeg bærer mig den måde, jeg gør.

 

“Jeg arbejdede for hårdt at komme til denne position. Vi er ikke planer om dette er enden.

 

“Det er et privilegium at få historie med den første verden titel kamp i Alabama, i enhver division. Jeg har været om at gøre historien hele min karriere, da amatører.

 

“Jeg elsker at kæmpe, Jeg elsker denne sport. De siger, du skal spise, sove og indånder det, og jeg gør. Jeg er aldrig ude af form. Dette er mit liv.

 

“Alle ved, at Deontay Wilder får arbejdet gjort. Jeg arbejdede for hårdt at komme her for at bare give op bæltet. Jeg ønsker, at alle remme, Jeg er grådige gerne, at.

 

“Vi respekterer Eric Molina og hvad han forsøger at gøre. Det er en stor mulighed for ham. Jeg var engang, hvor han var, i min sidste kamp.”

 

ERIC MOLINA, Heavyweight Contender

 

“Jeg vil gerne takke alle mennesker i Alabama, som har gjort mig til at føle sig hjemme i denne uge. Min træning holdet har været utroligt.

 

“Jeg har haft Oliver McCall i min lejr i fire år, og han prepped mig for mit øjeblik at chokere verden, ligesom han gjorde mod Lennox Lewis.

 

“Jeg har drømt om dette øjeblik, Jeg har tænkt over det da selv før jeg fik denne kamp. Jeg skulle til at banke nogen ud og blive sværvægter mester af verden. Det virkede så virkelig for mig i mit sind, og når vi underskrev kampen det hele kom sammen.

 

“Alle har skrevet mig ud. Jeg har aldrig været ubesejret, og jeg har altid været underdog.

 

“Da min drøm bliver en realitet på lørdag, Jeg kommer lige tilbage her og give Wilder i omkamp.”

 

Jose Pedraza, Undefeated Junior Letvægts Contender

 

“Jeg er meget glad for denne mulighed. Jeg er ikke bekymret for den store scene, fordi jeg har været på den store scene, før. Jeg har været i de store kampe før, og jeg vil bare få mest ud af denne mulighed.

 

“Det har været en lang lejr denne gang, men andre end at der har været noget anderledes i uddannelse. Det har været de samme store præparater som alle mine andre kampe.

 

“Jeg har et andet niveau af færdigheder end Klimov. Jeg er hurtig og jeg kan gøre det hele. Højre og venstre håndet, du vil se alle mine evner på lørdag.

 

“Det betyder meget for mig, og til befolkningen i Puerto Rico. De vil have en anden mester, og jeg har tænkt mig at være næste. Dette er den vigtigste kamp i min karriere, og jeg har tænkt mig at give det min alle derinde.

 

“Den, der siger, at de ikke får sommerfugle, før en stor kamp er liggende, men jeg har været på dette tidspunkt før, så jeg ved, hvordan man styrer dem. En, der klokken ringer jeg har tænkt mig for det.”

 

Andrey Klimov, Junior Letvægts Contender

 

“Jeg har kæmpet i US. i fem år. Jeg blev professionel lidt sent, men jeg har altid vidst, at jeg havde mulighed for at være en verdensmester.

 

“Kommer ind som underdog er ikke noget nyt for mig. Det er sket igen og igen. Jeg har tænkt mig at være der for at bekæmpe, Jeg vil aldrig give op.

 

“Tabet var en lærerig oplevelse. Det var min første gang under de virkelige lyse lys. Jeg tog kampen, fordi jeg ønskede at bevise noget. Jeg var utilfreds, fordi jeg vidste, at jeg kunne gøre det bedre.

 

“Folk kommer til at snakke om mig anderledes efter jeg vinde denne verden titel. Jeg har arbejdet sammen godt med mit team. Alle bump i vejen har fået os til her.

 

“Pedraza var en stor amatør og en meget god fighter. Alle på dette niveau er en god fighter. Hvis man ser på, hvem vi kæmpede, mit niveau af konkurrencen har været meget højere.”

 

JULIAN WILLIAMS, Undefeated Junior Mellemvægt Contender

“Vi havde en meget hård træningslejr. Det ser ud som Ovsepyan kommer frem meget og kaster en masse slag. Jeg har tænkt mig at bare holde det simpelt, bruge jab og arbejde slag ud af det.

 

“Jeg har ikke tænkt på andre modstandere foruden Ovsepyan for de seneste tre eller fire uger, fordi han er den fyr, jeg kæmper, han er den fyr, der er behandsket op. Ingen andre vil være i denne ring foruden ham lørdag aften, så han er, hvem jeg er bekymret.

 

“Jeg absolut skræddersy min træningslejr baseret på modstanderen jeg vil kæmpe. Jeg får nogle fyre til at komme ind og sparre med mig, har lignende kampstile og krop typer som min modstander. Jeg forsøger at få det tætteste ting at min modstander i mine sparringspartnere, så jeg kan få en god fornemmelse for, hvad kampen vil være.”

ARMS Ovsepyan, Junior Mellemvægt Contender

 

“Jeg føler forberedt, boxed løbet 60 runder for denne kamp, ​​og jeg er helt sikkert klar til at gå.

 

“Jeg er en fighter; Jeg tager hårde kampe, det er, hvad reelle krigere gøre.

 

“Han er meget velanset, men vi vil se, hvordan han kan lide det, når jeg sætter et stort pres på ham fra starten. Vi har begge to hænder, Jeg kan vinde denne kamp.

 

“Det kommer til at være den bedste kamp af natten, om vi skal stå distancen eller hvis vi får knockout tidligt.”

 

 

IVAN REDKACH, Undefeated Letvægts Contender

“Jeg er begejstret for dette; Jeg er aldrig bange for det store øjeblik. Juni 13 kommer til at være den vigtigste dato for min karriere.

 

“Jeg har været i lejren i fire måneder og føler 120 procent, at jeg er klar til at kæmpe.

 

“Min modstander forsøger altid at gå fremad, og er meget stærk. Han altid forsøger at kaste, sommetider mærkelige slag fra bund til side til top.

 

“Jeg har sværere kampe foran mig, men vi vil se efter dette, hvis dette er min hårdeste test hidtil.

 

“Jeg er meget glad for denne chance for at kæmpe på SHOWTIME, mine holdkammerater har forberedt mig meget godt for dette, og jeg er spændt.”

 

ORLOV ZLATICANIN, Letvægts Contender

 

“Jeg er ikke en novice, Jeg har været rundt og jeg ved, hvordan man kan bekæmpe. Jeg er stærk, og jeg er ikke bange for at komme frem. Jeg ved Ivan er den samme måde, så du ved, det kommer til at være en stor kamp.

 

“I mit sind, Jeg har allerede set Ivan slået ud. Jeg har set det ske, og jeg har tænkt mig at se det igen på lørdag.

 

“Jeg har tænkt mig at komme til at arbejde hårdt. Jeg kommer fra et lille land i Montenegro, og jeg er ikke her for at give noget væk, Jeg tager fuld fordel.”

 

 

DON KING, Hall Of Fame Promoter

 

“Vi kommer til at have en fantastisk kamp her i Alabama lørdag aften.

 

“Deontay Wilder har vist sig at være en enorm fighter og han sidst viste det sig i januar 17. Jeg er sikker på, at Wilder ikke betyder at overføre bæltet ligesom Bermane Stiverne gjorde.

 

“Texans har en ud af boksen tankegang, de bare tage, hvad de vil have. Du kommer til at have en ustoppelig kraft mod ubevægelige objekt. Kun en vinder.”

 

 

# # #

“WILDER vs. MOLINA,” en 12-round kamp for Wilders WBC Heavyweight Championship, finder sted lørdag, Juni 13, på The Bartow Arena i Birmingham, Ala. DiBella Underholdning og Bruno Begivenhed Team er gået sammen for at bringe dette arrangement til Alabama. I co-main event co-fremmes af DiBella i samarbejde med Universal Promotions, Jose Pedraza vil stå Andrey Klimov i en 12-round kamp for IBF Junior Lightweight verden titel. Det vil luft live på SHOWTIME® (9 p.m. OG / 6 p.m. PT). Den telecast vil også være tilgængelig på spansk via sekundær lyd programmering (SAP). Foreløbige anfald vil blive tv-transmitteret live på SHOWTIME EXTREME (7 p.m. ET / PT, forsinket på vestkysten).

 

WILDER vs. MOLINA Officiel afvejes-In vil være til rådighed for visning på tværs af flere platforme, herunder LIVE via satellit foder og SHO Sports YouTube Page. Friday’s feed from Birmingham City Hall vil være vært ved Mauro Ranallo og vil være tilgængelig i High Definition.

 

Billetter til arrangementet, which is promoted by DiBella Entertainment in association with Bruno Event Team are on sale now. Tickets start at only $25 with the best seats in the house going for $200. VIP packages are also available. To purchase tickets fans should visit alabamatitlefight.com. Tickets are selling fast and a sellout is anticipated.

 

For mere information besøg www.sports.sho.com og www.dbe1.com Følg på Twitter påSHOSports, BronzeBomber, LouDiBella OgSwanson_Comm, følge med i samtalen ved hjælp #WilderMolina, Bliv fan på Facebook på www.facebook.com/SHOBoxing eller besøg http://shosportspoundforpound.tumblr.com/

HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION DEONTAY WILDER,CHALLENGER ERIC Molina og undercard FIGHTERS MEDIA WORKOUT citater & FOTOS

Klik HER For Billeder Fra Stephanie Trapp / SHOWTIME®

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Juni 11, 2015) – Ubesejrede Heavyweight verdensmester Deontay Wilder, sværvægter udfordrer Eric Molina, sammen med co-hovednavne puertoricanske junior letvægt Jose Pedraza og russisk amatør standout Andrey Klimov,startede kampen uge arbejder ud for pressen at Round 1 Gym i Birmingham, Ala. forud for deres SHOWTIME Championship Boxing® anfald dette Lørdag, Juni 13, lever videre SHOWTIME (9 p.m. OG/6 p.m. PT) på Bartow Arena i Birmingham, Ala.

Også til stede Onsdag var, ubesejrede verdens rangeret kandidater John “The Terrible” RedK og Dejan “Den Dynamite” Zlaticanin, der vil firkantet ud i en 12-round eliminator tidligere på natten i den vigtigste begivenhed af SHOWTIME BOKSNING på SHO EXTREME® (7 p.m. OG/PT, forsinket på vestkysten).

 

Her er hvad de krigere havde at sige onsdag:

 

Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder

 

“Denne uge har været sjovt. Det har været spændende. Selv det at se de mennesker og ansigter. Jeg ser frem til lørdag. Det er altid den svære del, når du nødt til at vente. Især når du har trænet hårdt, og det er rigtig intens. Alt har været stor hidtil, og jeg er glad for det er her endelig. Jeg ser frem til at gøre historien er, at dette er den første titel kampen i staten Alabama. Og jeg vil sætte mit navn på det første.

“Træningslejr har været ligesom alle andre lejr. Når jeg er på lejr, Jeg er altid at give min alle, 110 procent. For når det er tid til at gå kamp, Jeg skal giver 110 procent. Jeg er nødt til at klare sig bedre, end jeg gjorde sidste gang. Men dette er hvad jeg gør. Jeg elsker det og nyde hvert øjeblik det.

 

“Molina højde er noget at holde øje med. Alle kan lide to høje fyre i ringen. Jeg helt sikkert vil finde ud af, om hans bark er lige så stor som hans bid. Lige nu er hans bark er højt. Men vi vil se, om hans bid er så højt som hans bark.

 

“Jeg kan ikke se video eller studere mine modstandere, fordi den måde, kan man se dem kæmpe en anden er ikke på samme måde som de kommer til at kæmpe dig. Jeg lod mit folk gør det, og bryde dem ned. Jeg stoler på tror på dem, og jeg kan lide den udfordring såvel. Det er en anden grund til at jeg ikke ser på film. Vi vil finde ud af, hvad han er ved på lørdag.”

 

 

Eric “Drummer Boy” Molina

 

“Deontay er en meget stærk fighter,en stor puncher og en stor tilstedeværelse. Men lige så mange styrker, som han har, Han har også svagheder. Vi prøver bare at indtaste på disse svagheder.

“Jeg ved, det er en stor kamp for Alabama. Jeg respekterer det, og det er en ære, men jeg forsøger også at skabe historie. Jeg har planer om at være den første mexicanske-amerikanske Heavyweight verdensmester.

 

“Min mentale fokus er på den tunge verden titel. Når du forventer at kæmpe for verden titel, du nødt til at komme ind i en baggård og gøre, hvad du har at stille op med pres. Jeg kan håndtere presset.

 

“Jeg har accepteret min rolle som underdog. Hele verden har skrevet mig ud. Jeg har taget den rolle. Jeg er vant til at motivere mig selv. Jeg har aldrig været stærkere, mere fokuseret. Jeg har aldrig været mere fysisk, mentalt, åndeligt stærk. Jeg er klar til at gå. Jeg er klar til at kæmpe.

 

“Det er to store fyre i ringen, og jeg kan slå ligesom han kan slå. Det kommer til at være en meget spændende kamp.”

 

Jose “Sniper” Pedraza

 

“Det var en lang, hård træningslejr. Vi begyndte at træne for denne skudt i december. Vi har arbejdet meget hårdt og er klar til at vise verden lørdag aften.

 

“Vi har set video af Klimov og ved, hvad de skal forvente på lørdag nat. Vi vil tage det rundt ved runde og bryde ham ned.

 

“Vi kan box, eller vi kan bang. Uanset hvad Klimov bringer til bordet, vil vi være klar til. Jeg planlægger at bruge min boksning teknik til at styre tempoet, men hvis han ønsker at stå der tå-til-tå, vi er fint med at så godt.

 

“Det er vigtigt for mig at se bedre ud end Crawford gjorde i sin sejr over Klimov. Jeg ønsker at vise verden, at jeg er en af ​​de bedste kæmpere i hele sporten.”

Med hensyn til sammenligninger til fyr puertoricanske stjerne Felix Verdejo – “Verdejo er en god fighter og en god fyr, men Jose Pedraza bliver den næste verdensmester til at repræsentere det store land i Puerto Rico.”

 

Andrey Klimov

 

“Dette var en stor lejr. Vi har arbejdet meget hårdt, og trænet med en masse forskellige mestre. Jeg kom ud 100 procent mentalt og fysisk klar til at gå.

 

“Jeg føler, at kampen med Crawford faktisk arbejdede til min fordel mere end min ulempe. Jeg lærte en masse i denne kamp, ​​og jeg vil bruge det lørdag aften mod Pedraza. Hvad Pedraza bringer til bordet på lørdag nat vil jeg være klar til det. Der bliver ingen overraskelser på lørdag nat, Jeg er klar.

 

“Jeg er meget sikker at gå ind i denne kamp. Pedraza er en hård modstander, men jeg tror ikke, han er klar til det, jeg vil bringe.

 

“Det er en ære at være her, og kæmper på dette niveau. Lørdag aften vil du se en spektakulær optræden.”

 

John “The Terrible” RedK

 

“Det var den sværeste træningslejr jeg nogensinde har haft. Jeg har trænet fire hårde måneder for denne kamp, ​​og jeg er i den bedste form i min karriere.

 

“Dejan er en meget hård modstander. Han kommer frem og er meget aggressiv, men han er ikke så god som mig. Verden vil se, at komme lørdag aften. Der er ingen tvivl i mit sind, at jeg vil sejre.

 

“Denne kamp bringer mig et skridt tættere på en verden titel skud, noget, jeg har drømt om hele mit liv, og der er ingen måde, han kommer til at stoppe mig fra at opnå, at. Ventilatorerne vil ikke ønsker at gå glip af denne kamp på lørdag nat, fordi det vil være en krig.”

 

Dejan Zlaticanin

 

“Vi havde stor sparring for denne lejr, og det har hjulpet os til at blive den absolut bedst mulige fighter vi kan gå i lørdag aften.

 

“Jeg er ikke i tvivl og ingen frygt. Jeg er den bedste, mere overlegen fighter.

 

“Denne kamp vil ikke gå til den endelige klokke. Jeg kommer til at banke Ivan Redkach ud. Der er ingen tvivl i mit sind.

 

“Vinderen af ​​denne kamp tjener skud til at kæmpe Jorge Linares for verden titel, og det er præcis kampen vil jeg. Lørdag aften vil jeg stoppe Redkach og tjene ret til at anfægte for verden titel.”

 

“Det er meget vigtigt for mig at bringe denne sejr tilbage til Montenegro til alle mine fans og landsmænd, der hepper mig.”

 

# # #

“WILDER vs. MOLINA,” en 12-round kamp for Wilders WBC Heavyweight Championship, finder sted lørdag, Juni 13, på The Bartow Arena i Birmingham, Ala. DiBella Underholdning og Bruno Begivenhed Team er gået sammen for at bringe dette arrangement til Alabama. I co-main event co-fremmes af DiBella i samarbejde med Universal Promotions, Jose Pedraza vil stå Andrey Klimov i en 12-round kamp for IBF Junior Lightweight verden titel. Det vil luft live på SHOWTIME® (9 p.m. OG / 6 p.m. PT). Den telecast vil også være tilgængelig på spansk via sekundær lyd programmering (SAP). Foreløbige anfald vil blive tv-transmitteret live på SHOWTIME EXTREME (7 p.m. ET / PT, forsinket på vestkysten).

 

WILDER vs. MOLINA Officiel afvejes-In vil være til rådighed for visning på tværs af flere platforme, herunder LIVE via satellit foder og SHO Sports YouTube Page. Friday’s feed from Birmingham City Hall vil være vært ved Mauro Ranallo og vil være tilgængelig i High Definition.

 

Billetter til arrangementet, which is promoted by DiBella Entertainment in association with Bruno Event Team are on sale now. Tickets start at only $25 with the best seats in the house going for $200. VIP packages are also available. To purchase tickets fans should visit alabamatitlefight.com. Tickets are selling fast and a sellout is anticipated.

 

For mere information besøg www.sports.sho.com og www.dbe1.com Følg på Twitter påSHOSports, BronzeBomber, LouDiBella OgSwanson_Comm, følge med i samtalen ved hjælp #WilderMolina, Bliv fan på Facebook på www.facebook.com/SHOBoxing eller besøg http://shosportspoundforpound.tumblr.com/