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El miembro del Salón de la Fama Manny Pacquiao se preparó para perseguir la historia una vez más este sábado por la noche – Las luminarias de boxeo comparten los favoritos "Manny Moments" & Vista previa de Pacquiao vs. Barrios Showdown por delante de la noche llena de estrellas

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LAS VEGAS – July 15, 2025 -The fighting pride of the Philippines, an eight-division world champion and as of last month, an inductee into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. While it seems like the larger than lifeManny "Pacman" Pacquiaohas accomplished everything you can in the sport, he could add yet another chapter to his historic legacy this Saturday, Julio 19 when he challenges WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriosin the main event of a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

In addition to becoming the first fighter to accomplish the incomprehensible feat of winning a world title after a Hall of Fame induction, Pacquiao could break his own record as the oldest welterweight world champion in history if he takes the WBC belt from Barrios. Pacquiao originally set the mark in July 2019, as he defeated the previously unbeaten Keith Thurman at 40-years-old. In an era that’s seen superstars in their 40’s such as Tom Brady and LeBron James continue to excel at the highest levels, Pacquiao is out to prove once again that he’s a generational athlete that transcends the sport.

Pacquiao will return to the ring at a place that he’s made his own, the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the fight capital of the world, as he makes his 16º appearance at the venue, more than any fighter in the venue’s considerable history. With his 15º main event on July 19, he ties the mark set by fellow legend Floyd Mayweather at the venue, and only trails Mayweather in total wins at the arena (15-10). The two inextricably linked all-time greats are also tied for the most title fights at MGM Grand with 12 cada.

En Julio 19, Pacquiao will be facing a foe with a familiar fighting heritage in the Mexican-American Barrios, as Pacquiao has defeated a who’s-who of Mexico’s best throughout his career. Since the year 2003, Pacquiao has beaten 12 Mexican or Mexican-American fighters including legends such as Juan Manuel Marquez, Oscar De La Hoya, Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera and Antonio Margarito. These triumphs include some of Pacquiao’s most notable wins and helped him earn the attention and adoration of boxing’s rabid Mexican fanbase.

While racking up all of these accomplishments, Pacquiao has garnered respect from a wide range of boxing luminaries who have shared their favorite “Manny Moments” ahead of the July 19 evento. Amongst those who spoke about Pacquiao were former opponents Thurman and Barrera, as well as former sparring partner and welterweight champion Shawn Porter.

“It’s never been about one moment for me when it comes to Manny Pacquiao,"Dijo Thurman. “My favorite moment is any time he’s busted off those eight-punch combos. With an opponent on the ropes, world-class competition, and he just fires off an eight-set. It’s happened many times, but every time I’ve witnessed it, it’s sparked a little joy in my heart.”

“I have two favorite Manny moments, the first is when he beat Oscar De La Hoya, because I thought it was impossible,"dijo Barrera. “I thought it would never happen and then De La Hoya remained seated and it was over. The second one was the way he beat Miguel Cotto. It was two Hall of Famers and Manny being really impressive in that weight class.

“What makes Manny so special is the bond and closeness with his fans. His heart is what makes everyone like him. He likes to put on a show, give it all for the fans, y lo mas importante, he becomes a warrior when he steps in the ring.”

“I have a rare Manny Pacquiao moment, because there aren’t too many that get to spar with the legend,” said Porter. “He flew me and my dad out to the Philippines and we met for the first time and he was like ‘okay this is gonna be fun.’ I was shocked because this was the first time that someone treated getting in the ring with me like it wasn’t a big deal…After I talked to my corner I turned around and took a step toward the center of the ring and it was like this moment came over me like ‘you’re sparring Manny Pacquiao.’ I was in a daze for like the first 10 segundo. And he caught me with a good straight left hand in the first minute and it woke me up. I was like ‘that dude’s got some power’, and then we were off to the races.”

When prognosticating the results of this Saturday, Julio 19 duelo, the oddsmakers have installed the younger reigning champion Barrios as a betting favorite. Renowned trainer and boxing analyst Stephen “Breadman” Edwards agrees with the sentiment, emphasizing how gargantuan the task at hand is for the 46-year-old great.

“It would be an incredible feat for a 46-year-old fighter to come back and win the welterweight world title,” said Edwards. “It’s hard to even imagine someone being off for a few years and then coming back at 46 and winning it. In all honesty, I think that this may be an impossible task. If anyone can do it, Manny can do it, but right now I’m favoring Barrios.”

Despite the odds, several of the polled boxers are favoring Pacquiao to pull off the upset, including Porter, Barrera, and reigning WBA Super Lightweight World Champion Gary Antuanne Russell.

“Pacquiao is a punches in bunches type of guy and he can crack,"dijo Russell. “He’s shown that his punching power can get the job done. Barrios is youthful and a selective puncher. I don’t think he’s gonna be able to sit there and take pictures. Manny will make you pay if you wait too long. He’s always shown that he wants to get the fight going.

“Pacquiao is a high-tempo fighter and Barrios has struggled with that pace. Barrios is a tough competitor, but I feel like he still has a lot to learn. Manny has been in there with many champions and I believe he has the tools in his arsenal and that it’ll show the night of the fight. Barrios is gonna have to shock the world. He has to show enough to make Manny respect him. I’m leaning towards Manny being victorious, but may the best man win.”

“I do believe that Manny Pacquiao is gonna beat Mario Barrios,” said Porter. “I know that everyone is talking about his age. That’s the theme, can the old man beat the young man? I think this old man is always gonna be too much until he hangs up the gloves.”

“I think this will be a very interesting fight,”Dijo Barrera. “Pacquiao is a superb warrior, an eight-division world champion who will give it his all and who likes to put on a show. This sets up to be a fight where we will really see these guys collide and make the fans the real winners.

“Barrios is an active defending champion, and while he’s not as complex as the other current champions, he will be dangerous once he steps into the ring. I would like to see Pacquiao win because of the legend that he is. I’ll go with Manny Pacquiao as the winner, but if Barrios wins, it’ll be because he proves that he’s the better fighter right now.”

No matter who you see winning on July 19, the evening is undoubtedly shaping up to be historic, and despite any doubts coming from the outside, Pacquiao has expressed the strong self-belief that he will leave the ring as world champion once again.

“The fire, determination and eagerness to work hard is still there,” said Pacquiao. “I’m still enjoying running the mountains. Not every fighter has this feeling. This is a blessing, because I’ve been through so many big fights in my career and I’m still here. I’m back…It would mean a lot for me to become world champion again. Manny Pacquiao is always giving surprises to the fans. That’s my passion.”

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ACERCA DE PACQUIAO VS. BARRIOS

Pacquiao vs. Barrios will see Hall of Fame boxing legendManny "Pacman" Pacquiaoand WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriossquare off in the main event of a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video on Saturday, Julio 19 desde el MGM Grand Garden Arena en Las Vegas.

En el evento co-principal, Campeón mundial de peso súper welter del CMBSebastian "El infierno imponente" Fundoraand Australian superstartim tszyu will rematch after engaging in 2024’s bloodiest fight.

The action will also feature Mexican starIsaac “Pitbull” Cruzand his hard-hitting countrymanAngel Fierro meeting for a second time in a 12-round super lightweight duel after their action packed February clash, plus former two-division world championBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroay los principales candidatosJoet Gonzalez kick off the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT with a 12-round WBA Featherweight Title Eliminator.

Antes del pago por evento, campeónGary Russell Jr.tops a three fight card streaming live on Prime Video, as he steps back into the ring to faceHugo Castañedain a 10-round lightweight showdown.

The action also includes undefeated top super bantamweightDavid “Rey” Picassodueling Japanese contenderKyonosuke Kamedaen un asunto de 10 asaltos, plus Filipino power-puncher and former world championMark “Magnifico” Magsayobatallas de MéxicoJorge Matain a 10-round super featherweight attraction opening the show at 5:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. PT.

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ANGEL FIERRO: “I HAVE NO RESPECT FOR PITBULL CRUZ. HE DOESN’T INTIMIDATE ME & HE’S AN ORDINARY FIGHTER!" – Fierro Talks Training With Robert Garcia & More Ahead of Cruz Rematch on Saturday, Julio 19

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Hard-Hitting Fierro Talks Training with Robert Garcia & Previews Mexico vs. Mexico Rematch Against Former World Champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz onSábado, Julio 19 on PBC Pay-Per-View Event on Prime Video from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

RIVERSIDE, TAL COMO. - Mes de julio 1, 2025 -Hard-hitting Mexican contenderAngel “Tashiro” Fierrosent a direct message to his compatriot and rivalIsaac “Pitbull” Cruzduring a tense face-to-face at the Los Angeles press conference in June to announce their rematch, and has continued to express his ire toward Cruz as we near their showdown on Saturday, Julio 19 as part of a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

“When I say something to him, like I did at that press conference, I follow through,”Dijo Fierro. “I promised I would show him that I’m elite and this fight will be more of the same. I have no respect for ‘Pitbull’ Cruz. He doesn’t intimidate me and he’s an ordinary fighter. He’s a human and he gets tired too. I stayed true to myself when I told him I’m coming for war.”

The biggest change for Fierro since the first showdown is the addition of famed trainer Robert Garcia, who has led his training camp and will do the same for his corner on July 19. By joining forces with Garcia, Fierro believes he’s unlocked a better version of himself that he’ll display in the rematch.

“It’s been a tough camp,”Dijo Fierro. “I’ve never trained with this much intensity before. Robert Garcia and the whole team has been excellent. We’ve made changes to my sparring sessions and I believe we’re going to deliver a great result.

“I’ve gone through changes physically, mentally and nutritionally. It’s going to make me formidable. I’m in the best shape of my life and my diet is on point. I’m not worried about making weight and that’s how an elite fighter should come into a fight.”

The Tijuana-native’s first fight against Cruz was a tale of two halves, as Cruz controlled the early rounds before Fierro appeared to turn the tide, a cabo el aterrizaje de su oponente 132 a 106 across the final five frames. While he believes he’ll be even better on July 19, Fierro is confident that he proved his elite status in the first fight, even if Cruz doesn’t.

“I’ve worked on myself and correcting the mistakes I made in the first fight that would have changed the outcome,”Dijo Fierro. “Robert Garcia is very experienced and I watched the fight with him to work on what I need to do to win this time.

“I didn’t keep my hands up 100% of the time like I needed to. That was the main mistake at the time. ‘Pitbull’ underestimated me – and still does- but I already showed him that I’m not middling fighter. I proved I’m elite and now I’m working twice as hard.”

In addition to showing Cruz his level, Fierro believes that he took advantage of the big stage in February on the undercard of David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr. to show the Mexican people that he was a true contender. With that extra motivation, he’s promised to show that he will be the next big star to take off from the boxing-rich country.

“Al comienzo de la pelea, people looked at me like I was a nobody,”Dijo Fierro. “But by the halfway point, I felt a shift, and people were already seeing me as a big-time fighter. I felt like Rocky in Russia! I proved that I’m not just a talker. I’m a true Mexican…We’re two Mexicans with pride on the line and looking to show who the next great Mexican boxing star will be. I’m fighting to bring honor to my country.”

Having already delivered a fight that’s garnering early Fight of the Year consideration, Fierro has promised to deliver even more action the second time around, and perhaps bring back memories of Fierro’s personal favorite all-Mexican rematch Marco Antonio Barrera vs. Erik Morales II.

“You’re going to see a different ‘Tashiro’ and it’s going to be an even better war than the first one,”Dijo Fierro. “The fans will be on their feet from the very first round. I will beat ‘Pitbull’ – no matter what. He better prepare well and I think he will, because deep down he knows what he’s up against.”

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ACERCA DE PACQUIAO VS. BARRIOS

Pacquiao vs. Barrios will see Hall of Fame boxing legendManny "Pacman" Pacquiaoand WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriossquare off in the main event of a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video on Saturday, Julio 19 desde el MGM Grand Garden Arena en Las Vegas.

En el evento co-principal, Campeón mundial de peso súper welter del CMBSebastian "El infierno imponente" Fundoraand Australian superstartim tszyu will rematch after engaging in 2024’s bloodiest fight.

The action will also feature Mexican starIsaac “Pitbull” Cruzand his hard-hitting countrymanAngel Fierro meeting for a second time in a 12-round super lightweight duel after their action packed February clash, plus former two-division world championBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroay los principales candidatosJoet Gonzalez kick off the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT with a 10-round featherweight showdown.

In addition to being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets as well as PPV.com.

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

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HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO CHALLENGE WBC WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO ON SATURDAY, Julio 19 EN LAS VEGAS

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SUMMER HEATS UP WITH STAR-STUDDED

PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT IN LAS VEGAS!

HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO

CONTINUE LEGENDARY CAREER & CHALLENGE

WBC WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO ON SATURDAY, Julio 19

WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian Fundora Rematches Australian Superstar Tim Tszyu in

Co-Main Event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena

Más! Mexican Star Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz Duels Hard-Hitting Angel Fierro in Can’t Miss Rematch of

Mexican Sluggers

&

Former Two-Division Champion Brandon Figueroa Battles Top Contender Joet Gonzalez in PPV Opener at

8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT

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LAS VEGAS – June 3, 2025 -First ballot International Boxing Hall of FamerManny "Pacman" Pacquiaowill look to add another memorable highlight to his legendary career and become a world champion once again when he challenges the hard-hitting WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriosen sábado, Julio 19 headlining a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

The co-main event will see a rematch of 2024’s bloodiest fight as reigning WBC Super Welterweight World ChampionSebastian "El infierno imponente" Fundorafaces Australian superstar and former world championtim tszyu. Fundora and Tszyu combined for an unforgettable night in March 2024 as Tszyu fought through one of the most gruesome cuts in recent memory before eventually losing to Fundora by a narrow split-decision.

The stacked lineup features another sensational rematch as Mexican starIsaac “Pitbull” Cruzbattles the hard-hittingAngel Fierroin a 12-round super lightweight fight that follows their action packed first showdown. Más, el ex campeón mundial de dos divisionesBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroasteps in against top contenderJoet Gonzalezfor 10-rounds of featherweight action that opens the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.

Pre-sale tickets are available NOW until 10 p.m. PT throughAXS.com with the code: PBC

Public on-sale begins TOMORROW, Miércoles, Junio 4 en 10 a.m. PT throughAXS.com.

In addition to being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets as well as PPV.com.

**MANNY PACQUIAO VS. MARIO BARRIOS**

Despite a 17-year age gap between these two fighters, both are unified in their desire to deliver toe-to-toe action for boxing fans as the fighting pride of the PhilippinesManny Pacquiaoduels WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario Barriosen el evento principal a 12 asaltos.

Already owning a career that’s seen him earn more accolades than can be listed in print, Pacquiao can etch his name into another chapter of the history books by going straight from his Hall of Fame induction in June to a world championship-winning performance on July 19. In an era that’s seen superstars in their 40’s such as Tom Brady and LeBron James continue to excel at the highest levels, Pacquiao can break his own record as the oldest welterweight world champion in history with a win over Barrios, after originally setting the mark at 40-years-old in his 2019 triumph over Keith Thurman.

The Filipino legend will have a tall task in front of him to achieve this feat, as the six-foot Barrios will bring a nearly seven-inch height advantage into his second defense of the WBC title. A two-division world champion, Barrios represents his Aztec heritage every time he enters the ring with an all-action style that’s delivered numerous electric clashes and which should combine with the always hard-charging Pacquiao for explosive action. Looking for a signature victory to separate himself from the other titleholders in boxing’s historic glamour division, Barrios will no doubt be keen to upend Pacquiao’s coronation when they square off on July 19.

A three-time Fighter of the Year and the one-time Boxing Writers Association of America’s Fighter of the Decade, Pacquiao (62-8-2, 39 KOs), quien es oriundo de la provincia de Sarangani en Filipinas, is the only sitting Congressman and Senator to win a world title. After serving two terms as Congressman, Pacquiao fue elegido para un puesto en el Senado de Filipinas en de mayo de 2016. Pacquiao’s boxing resume features victories over eight current Hall of Famers, incluyendo a Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton, Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales, Miguel Cotto, Shane Mosley, Tim Bradley and Juan Manuel Marquez.

Pacquiao’s most recent run in the 147-pound division saw him dispatch of former four-division world champion Adrien Broner in January 2019, before defeating the then-undefeated and reigning WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman in July of that same year. Pacquiao’s triumph over Thurman saw him send Thurman to the canvas in round one, the first time Thurman had been down in his career, on his way to edging out a decision in a 2019 Fight of the Year contender. Pacquiao would come up short in his next contest, dropping a decision to late-replacement Yordenis Ugas, who stepped in on short notice to replace an injured Errol Spence Jr. en agosto 2021.

“Boxing is my passion and I’m so excited to be back in the ring,” said Pacquiao. “MGM Grand is like my second home in my career and it’s a place where I’ve had so many memorable fights, including my U.S. debut. The first title I ever won was a WBC title, and now I am back to fight for the WBC title once again. Mario Barrios is exactly the type of champion I like to fight, because he’s a real Mexican warrior like Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera and Juan Manuel Marquez. Ven julio 19, it’s going to be an amazing night for the fans.”

The 29-year-old Barrios (29-2-1, 18 KOs) stamped his place among the welterweight elite in September 2023 as he dropped former champion Yordenis Ugas twice to capture the interim belt by unanimous decision. Barrios followed that up by sending Fabian Maidana to the canvas as well on his way to another dominant decision victory, and was elevated to WBC Welterweight World Champion following the bout. His first defense of the title featured Barrios going toe-to-toe with Abel Ramos in one of 2024’s best fights in action that saw both men score knockdowns and that ultimately ended in a split-draw and Barrios retaining the belt.

Before his run at 147-pounds, Barrios was a world champion at 140-pounds, edging out Batyr Akhmedov in September 2019 with a clutch 12º-round knockdown that sealed his victory on the scorecards. A lo largo de su carrera, Barrios’ only two defeats have come against two of the era’s best fighters in five-time, three-division champion Gervonta Davis and former unified welterweight world champion Keith Thurman. Representing his native San Antonio, Texas, Barrios trains in Las Vegas with top trainer Bob Santos.

“Sharing the ring with a legend like Manny Pacquiao is an honor, but once the bell rings, todo es negocio,”Dijo Barrios. “I respect everything he’s done in the sport, pero de julio 19, I’m defending what’s mine. This isn’t just another fight — it’s a legacy fight not just for me but for all the Mexican fans as well. Beating Pacquiao puts my name in a different conversation. Pacquiao is a Hall of Famer for a reason. Es rápido, explosivo, and dangerous at all times. But I’m younger, I’m hungrier, and I’m the champion for a reason. I’m coming in with everything I’ve got. Fighting in Vegas is always special, but this event is a truly massive stage and I’m ready to show out for the world.”

**SEBASTIAN FUNDORA VS. TIM TSZYU II**

Two of the top fighters in the stacked 154-pound division, WBC Welterweight World ChampionSebastian "El infierno imponente" Fundoraand Australian superstartim tszyuwill meet in a 12-round rematch after their first fight saw Tszyu suffer a grisly cut in round three from an inadvertent Fundora elbow. The then WBO 154-pound champion Tszyu chose to fight on instead of bow out due to the cut, eventually losing his title, along with the then-vacant WBC belt, to Fundora by a close decision. En Julio 19, these two rivals look to settle the score and establish who is number one at 154-pounds.

Fundora (22-1-1, 14 KOs) rocketed to the top of the super welterweight division with that victory over Tszyu, and most recently made a successful title defense in March by knocking out top contender Chordale Booker in round four on Prime Video. A native of Coachella, California, Fundora notably showed his mettle in April 2022, battling the hard-hitting Erickson Lubin in an instant 2022 Fight of the Year contender. Despite both men hitting the canvas, Fundora stood tall in the end, prompting Lubin’s corner to stop the fight at the end of the ninth round. The 27-year-old has defeated a slew of contenders throughout his career, with his only defeat coming to Brian Mendoza in 2023. Fundora represents one of boxing’s most accomplished families, as he is trained by his father Freddy alongside his younger sister, undisputed flyweight world champion Gabriela. The two fighting Fundora’s are the first brother and sister to simultaneously hold world championships.

“I’m more than happy to honor Tim’s rematch clause,”Dijo Fundora. “I expect Tim to be in optimum condition. Fans should expect nothing but a very entertaining violent display.”

Después 2024 saw Tszyu (25-2, 18 KOs) lose a second-straight bout to IBF 154-pound champion Bakhram Murtazaliev following the Fundora fight, the 30-year-old recently returned to action in April by stopping young contender Joey Spencer in round four in Australia. Tszyu came into the first Fundora fight off a red-hot 2023 campaign that saw him elevated to world champion at 154-pounds while defeating former world champion Tony Harrison, top contender Brian Mendoza and former title challenger Carlos Ocampo. A native of Sydney, Australia, Tszyu made his U.S debut against U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha in March 2022, ganando una decisión unánime. Tszyu grew up playing soccer, but soon gravitated toward boxing. The decision led to him following in the legendary footsteps of his father, Kostya, who was an undisputed 140-pound champion.

“You live for these moments in boxing,” said Tszyu. “I’m blessed to be going through it again — to rewrite the chapter. Even with the bad memories and demons from the first fight, this is what growth means as a human being. I can go through hell and come back on top. This time I’ve got a full 12-week camp focused on Fundora — not a few days’ notice — and I’m bringing that intensity. I’ve got a little place set aside for that green belt. I’m ready to go get it.”

**ISAAC CRUZ VS. ANGEL FIERRO II**

In another greatly anticipated rematch, hard-charging Mexican fan-favoriteIsaac “Pitbull” Cruzwill step in once again against his power-punching countrymanIsaac Fierroas they meet in a 12-round super lightweight rematch. En su primer duelo, Cruz and Fierro fought nip-and-tuck over 10 high-octane rounds that saw them combine to throw over 1400 golpes, with Cruz taking home the decision. While Cruz out landed Fierro 142 a 113 over the first five rounds, Fierro was stronger in the second half, aterrizaje 132 shots to Cruz’s 106.

Buoyed on by his passionate fan base, Cruz (27-3-1, 18 KOs) became a world champion in March 2024 as he hurt Rolly Romero badly in round one before eventually ending the fight in round eight via TKO to claim the WBA title. Más recientemente, Cruz bounced back from a loss to Jose Valenzuela by out-slugging countryman Fierro in that decision triumph in February. Nativo de la Ciudad de México, Cruz shot up the rankings in 2020, announcing his presence with an electrifying first-round knockout over veteran Diego Magdaleno in October before adding dominant decisions over Francisco Vargas and Jose Matias Romero. This rise led to the 26-year-old challenging undefeated superstar Gervonta Davis in December 2021, a fight that saw Cruz lose by decision to become just the second fighter at the time to see the final bell against Davis. Trained by his father Isaac Cruz Sr., Cruz also owns stoppage wins over former champion Yuriorkis Gamboa and veteran contender Eduardo Ramirez, in addition to a 12-round decision over the then-unbeaten Giovanni Cabrera.

“I’m looking forward to fighting Angel Fierro again,"Dijo Cruz. “I know that I won the first fight, but I feel that I can do even better this time around. This is going to be more of the Mexican style boxing that fans want to see. I fight for the fans and I can’t wait to give them more action on July 19.”

Originally from Tijuana, Baja California, México, Fierro (22-3-2, 17 KOs) now fights out of San Diego and has made a name for himself with his aggressive style and power punching prowess. The 26-year-old has fought professionally since 2015 and was undefeated in his first 17 salidas. He announced his presence as a world contender in 2021 with a career-best victory as he rose from the canvas to stop former world champion Alberto Machado in round six. Prior to the Cruz fight, Fierro had a three-fight winning streak snapped when he lost a June decision against Alfredo Santiago, with the only other loss of Fierro’s career coming via split-decision in January 2020 against Alex Martin. The February 1 fight against Cruz marked Fierro’s third career fight stateside, and his first since a majority draw against Juan Carlos Burgos in March 2022.

“It is an honor to be fighting at MGM Grand where my idol Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. had so many fights,”Dijo Fierro. “I will honor him by again showing real Mexican style boxing for the world. I feel that I beat ‘Pitbull’ in the first fight and I’m gonna prove it the second time around. Voy a ir a ganar!"

**BRANDON FIGUEROA VS. JOET GONZALEZ**

One of the sport’s premier action fighters, former two-division championBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroawill return to action against top contenderJoet Gonzalez in a 10-round featherweight attraction that will see the winner vaulted back into the world title picture.

La Figueroa de 28 años (25-2-1, 19 KOs) will look to bounce back after losing his 126-pound title by decision in his February rematch against Stephen Fulton Jr. Figueroa had been elevated to WBC Featherweight World Champion before the fight, after Rey Vargas was declared champion in recess. Figueroa won the Interim WBC Featherweight Title in a 2023 Fight of the Year contender that saw him score a unanimous decision over former champion Mark Magsayo. He returned last May to successfully defend his interim title with a ninth-round knockout of former champion Jessie Magdaleno, increasing his winning streak at the time to three straight. A native of Weslaco, Texas, Figueroa’s relentless pressure and youthful enthusiasm helped him become the first person to defeat former two-division champion Luis Nery in their May 2021 championship clash, as he stopped Nery with a body shot in round seven. Figueroa added to his family’s legacy by capturing the WBC 122-pound world title against Nery, joining his brother Omar Figueroa Jr., who previously held the WBC Lightweight World Championship.

“I’m training in L.A. now with Manny Robles and everything has been going great,”Dijo Figueroa. “I expect a great fight and that I won’t have to look for him to make an exciting fight for the fans. So expect an all-action throwdown. I feel like I owe it to my fans after my last performance. I just want to be more active this year and give the fans more of ‘The Heartbreaker’.”

Luchando fuera de Los Angeles, González (27-4, 15 KOs) returns to the ring after earning a crucial victory over fellow contender Arnold Khegai in March. The 31-year-old turned pro in 2012 con 23 victorias consecutivas, earning a world title shot against Shakur Stevenson in 2019 that he would ultimately drop by decision. Gonzalez would go on to challenge for featherweight world titles two more times, losing decisions to Emanuel Navarrete in October 2021 and Luis Alberto Lopez in September 2023. Gonzalez was a sensational and accomplished amateur fighter, with his resume including two victories over Gervonta Davis.

“This is a new opportunity for me and I plan to put on a great fight against a very tough opponent in Brandon Figueroa,", Dijo González. “I’m training very hard like I always do and the fans are going to get an exciting fight and a memorable show. We’re both warriors showing up to win that night, so expect fireworks.”

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ÁNGEL FIERRO ACABA AL EX CAMPEÓN ALBERTO MACHADO EN PUERTO RICO VS. BATALLA DE MÉXICO EN EL EVENTO PRINCIPAL DEL JUEVES EN RING CITY EE. UU.

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José Martínez e Israel González luchan por el empate mayoritario en el evento co-principal, Alma Ibarra Earns Unanimous Decision Over Maricela Cornejo, y Joe Ward vengan la pérdida profesional solitaria contra Marco Delgado

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San Juan, PUERTO RICO - marzo 18, 2021 -Angel Fierrose levantó de la lona dos veces en camino a una impresionante victoria por nocaut en la sexta ronda contra el ex campeón mundialAlberto Machadocomo el último capítulo del icónico Puerto Rico vs.. La rivalidad en el ring de México se escribió en el evento principal de Ring City USA, en vivo por NBC Sports Network desde el Albergue Olimpico (Centro olimpico) en Salinas, Puerto Rico.

Tijuana’s Fierro (18-1-1, 14 KOs) entregó a Machado (22-3, 18 KOs) de Rio Piedras su primera derrota profesional en Puerto Rico, tras un buen comienzo del ex campeón mundial de peso ligero junior. Machado, 30, anotó una caída en cada una de las dos primeras rondas con golpes de contraataque bien colocados con la mano derecha. Fierro mostró un mentón duradero y superó el conteo fácilmente en ambas ocasiones., señalando que no fue lastimado por los golpes de poder crujientes. Fierro estaba abajo 48-45 en las tarjetas de puntuación de los tres jueces en el momento del paro.

"Estoy feliz, Esta noche me enfrenté a un luchador de primer nivel en Alberto Machado,”Dijo Fierro, que era un perdedor de tres a uno. "Él es de clase mundial y me dejó dos veces. Pero estoy exultante de haber podido regresar y vencer a un luchador de su calibre ".

El peso ligero de 22 años dio la vuelta a la pelea en el cuarto asalto mientras se dedicaba a un feroz ataque al cuerpo contra Machado.. El trabajo de la carrocería rindió frutos ya que encontró vacantes a lo largo de la quinta y sexta ronda., en última instancia, lo que llevó a una mano izquierda viciosa que envió al ex campeón a la lona por primera y única vez en la pelea.. Fierro atribuyó haber encontrado su segundo aliento a su hija de dos años en México..

"Me dejó caer dos veces al comienzo de la pelea,”Agregó Fierro. "Cuando volví a mi esquina, yo les dije, "Recuérdame a mi hija". Porque con esta pelea puedo cambiar su vida y eso es exactamente lo que hicieron después del tercer asalto. Me motivaron y eso es exactamente lo que hice ".

Antes de la pelea, Fierro le dijo al equipo de transmisión de Ring City USA, "El mejor juez es un nocaut cuando peleas en la ciudad natal de otra persona". El guerrero mexicano, quien reemplazó al prospecto invicto Héctor Tanajara con una semana de anticipación, cumplió su promesa de tomar el asunto en sus propias manos.

“Encontramos muchas lagunas en el juego de Machado en la sexta ronda,”Declaró Fierro. “Me aproveché de ellos y le di la vuelta. Te lo dije en la entrevista (antes de la pelea), No vine aquí para ser turista en Puerto Rico. Vine aquí para ganar ".

Inmediatamente antes del evento principal, IrlandaJoe Ward (3-1, 2 KOs) vengó su única derrota profesional con una victoria por decisión unánime dominante sobreMarco Delgado(7-2, 5 KOs) en su inclinación de peso semipesado de seis asaltos. En Octubre 2019, El 15 veces campeón nacional irlandés Ward se enfrentó a Delgado en su debut profesional y sufrió una dislocación de la rótula que llevó a una victoria por nocaut técnico para los Turlock., California. nativo. Bajo la tutela del campeón mundial de dos divisiones Joey Gamache, Ward, de 29 años, mostró su espectacular pedigrí amateur mientras intenta acelerar su carrera profesional..

En la segunda pelea de la transmisión, Alma Ibarra (7-1, 4 KOs) ganó una decisión unánime muy reñida sobreMaricela Cornejo (13-4, 5 KOs) en un mediano pelea de ocho asaltos. Dos de los jueces del ring anotaron siete rondas para Ibarra (79-73) mientras el tercero lo vio 77-75 para el ganador. Ibarra, quien es oriundo de Monterrey, México, llevó la pelea al nativo de Los Ángeles durante toda la pelea y fue el peleador mucho más ocupado.

“Ahora el mundo sabe quién es Alma Ibarra y de qué está hecha,"Dijo el vencedor. "A todos, Yo era un extraño. Y luchar contra alguien que es muy reconocido mundialmente en Maricela Cornejo y golpearla, esto nos abrió muchas puertas ”.

Ibarra, 32, regresó de un despido de 16 meses luego de su primera derrota profesional contra Raquel Miller en 2019. Ibarra, que tuvo una exitosa carrera amateur, Se veía cómoda mientras comandaba el ring contra la experimentada profesional en Cornejo, de 33 años.. Ibarra, un peso welter natural, estaba luchando con el peso más pesado de su carrera (156 libras.).

“Me sentí muy bien, muy fuerte, ya que esta es una división a la que no estoy acostumbrado,”Dijo Ibarra. “Yo siempre lucho en divisiones inferiores, tuvimos que subir dos divisiones para aprovechar esta gran oportunidad, y bueno, Creo que no nos equivocamos al correr este riesgo ".

En el evento principal de la noche, que inició la cartelera principal de cuatro peleas en NBC Sports Network, Jose “Chiquiro” Martinez(21-1-3, 14 KOs) de Mayagüez, P.R. yIsrael Gonzalez (26-4-1, 11 KOs) de Cabo San Lucas, México, luchó por un empate mayoritario en su asunto de peso gallo de 10 asaltos. Mientras que un juez de primera fila le dio a González, 24, la ventaja en las tarjetas de puntuación (96-94), los dos jueces restantes lo calificaron de manera idéntica en 95-95. El anotador no oficial de Ring City, Steve Smoger, hizo que González superara al peleador local. 97-93.

"Sentí sus golpes, pero yo era el luchador superior esta noche,", Dijo González. "Puede que haya ganado tres rondas, pero está bien. Estoy agradecido con Puerto Rico y todas las personas que me dieron la oportunidad de estar aquí ".

Martínez, de 28 años, hizo su mejor trabajo en el interior mientras intentaba neutralizar la ventaja de alcance de cinco pulgadas del joven González y lideró dos de las tarjetas hasta la mitad de la pelea.. Mientras tanto, González mostró una excelente velocidad de mano en el asunto de ida y vuelta y se robó muchas de las rondas posteriores cuando encontró su segundo aire.. Esto marcó el tercer empate para Martínez en sus últimas siete peleas y el primero para González..

"Me siento feliz, satisfecho con el trabajo que hice,”Dijo Martínez. “Entiendo que estaba luchando contra un oponente fuerte y que gané. Empujé más. Yo estaba encima de el, pero estas cosas pasan en el boxeo. Ahora es cuestión de seguir entrenando, mantenerme y buscar esa oportunidad de título ".

Tras el evento co-estelar entre Martínez y González, Ring City USA rindió homenaje al fallecido Marvelous Marvin Hagler, que murió a la edad de 66 en sábado. Miembro del Salón de la Fama del Boxeo Internacional, Hagler reinó como el campeón indiscutible de peso mediano durante varios años y participó en varios combates clásicos en la década de 1980..

"La parte hermosa de Marvelous Marvin Hagler, si tuvieras la oportunidad de estar cerca de él, es que el era autentico,"Dijo el locutor paso a paso Bob Papa. "Justo cuando estaba en el ring fue como te trató fuera del ring. Es verdaderamente uno de los más grandes campeones de todos los tiempos ”.

A principios de la tarde, en vivo en Twitch en los EE. UU.. y en todo el mundo, Ángel Acosta (22-2, 21 KOs) of Barrio Obrero Santurce, Puerto Rico, obtuvo una victoria en las tarjetas de puntuación por primera vez en su carrera profesional, ganando por decisión unánime sobre elGilberto Mendoza (17-10-3, 8 KOs) de Baja California, México, en una pelea de peso supermosca de ocho asaltos. Peleando en su ciudad natal de Salinas, Edwin Valentin(10-0, 9 KOs) se mantuvo perfecto con una victoria por nocaut técnico en el quinto asalto sobre su compatriota puertorriqueñoHector Marengo(7-15-4, 4 KOs). En la pelea de apertura de la noche, José Román (11-0, 5 KOs) de Bayamón, Puerto Rico, bestedRoque Junco(10-8-1, 6 KOs) por decisión unánime en una pelea de peso welter de ocho asaltos.

Llamando a toda la acción en Puerto Rico estuvo el ex dos veces campeón de peso welter Shawn Porter acompañado por el comentarista de NBC Sports, Bob Papa.. Brian Campbell se desempeñó como analista de la noche de la pelea con Curran Bhatia informando desde el ringside. Los productores ejecutivos de la presentación de esta noche deRing City Estados Unidos: Machado vs. Fierro en NBC Sports Network fueron Eric Weinberger, Jeff Huggins & Frank Samuel. La transmisión fue producida por David Gibson y dirigida por Matt Celli.

La transmisión completa de cuatro peleas de esta noche estará disponible para ver a pedido en la aplicación NBC Sports con inicio de sesión autenticado.

Ring City USA regresa el próximo jueves, Marzo 25 en NBC Sports Network para cerrar su residencia de tres eventos en Puerto Rico, ya que una de las peleas más importantes en el boxeo femenino ocupará un lugar central entre el campeón mundial de siete divisiones y el futuro miembro del Salón de la Fama del BoxAmanda Serrano y campeón de tres divisionesDaniela Bermudez por los títulos mundiales de peso pluma de la OMB y CMB de Serrano. Siga Ring City USA enFacebook, GorjeoyInstagrampara obtener las últimas actualizaciones o visitewww.ringcityusa.com para más información.

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RING CITY USA ANUNCIA UNDERCARD APILADO para marzo 18 evento en puerto rico

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Las preliminares de Twitch comienzan en 6:30 p.m. Y / 3:30 p.m. PT

Los Ángeles - marzo 12, 2021 - Ring City EE. UU., la nueva startup de medios deportivos que debutó su serie de boxeo el jueves por la noche en noviembre 2020, anunció una cartelera apilada hoy para su marzo 18 evento, la próxima noche de pelea de la residencia de tres eventos del equipo de boxeo en Puerto Rico. La carta principal de tres peleas comenzará en 9 p.m. ET / 6 pm. PT en NBC Sports Network en los Estados Unidos y Puerto Rico, y en Twitch para fanáticos fuera de EE. UU., en vivo desde el Albergue Olimpico (Centro olimpico) en Salinas.

El evento de seis peleas está encabezado por otro capítulo en el icónico Puerto Rico vs.. México suena como rivalidadAlberto Machado (22-2, 18 KOs) de Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, batallasAngel ‘Tashiro’ Fierro (17-1-1, 13 KOs) de Tijuana, México, en un combate ligero de diez asaltos. Machado estaba programado anteriormente para pelear contra el prospecto invicto Héctor Tanajara, quien se vio obligado a retirarse debido a una enfermedad..

En el evento principal de la noche de Puerto Rico, José ‘Chiquro’ Martínez, (21-1-2, 14 KOs), of Las Marias, Puerto Rico, enfrentamientos con tres veces retador al título mundialIsrael "Jiga" González (26-4, 11 KOs) of Los Cabos, México, en una pelea de peso gallo de diez asaltos.

Martínez, de 28 años, busca mantenerse en la columna de victorias luego de un nocaut en el segundo asalto sobre Yeison Vargas en febrero. 2020 en san juan, P.R. Sus últimas cuatro victorias han sido por nocaut.

Después de una reñida derrota por decisión en doce asaltos ante el gran Roman "Chocolatito" González libra por libra en octubre 2020, González, de 24 años, derrotó a Samuel Gutiérrez solo dos meses después, en diciembre. 2020 en san lucas, México. Martínez también ha desafiado a los campeones mundiales Khalid Yafai y Jerwin Ancajas por sus cinturones de título en los últimos tres años..

Una pelea de peso semipesado de seis asaltos completará la cartelera principal en NBC Sports Network conJoe Ward, irlandés, (2-1, 2 KOs), de Moate, Irlanda, que buscará vengar su revés de debut profesional contraMarco ‘El Muneco’ Delgado, (7-1, 5 KOs), de Turlock, California.

Peleando en el Madison Square Garden en octubre 5, 2019, Ward sufrió una grave lesión en la rodilla en la segunda ronda que le dio a Delgado una victoria por nocaut técnico.. Ward se recuperó con dos nocauts en la primera ronda que tuvieron lugar en diciembre 2020 en México. Desde la victoria sobre Ward, Delgado ha continuado su camino ganador con una decisión de seis asaltos sobre el previamente invicto Burley Brooks en diciembre. 2020 en Arlington, Texas.

Encabezando la transmisión de la cartelera de Twitch, que comienza en 6:30 p.m. Y / 3:30 p.m. PT, retador al título mundial en tres ocasionesMaricela ‘La Diva’ Cornejo, (13-4, 5 KOs), of Los Angeles, California. se enfrenta aAlma Ibarra (7-1, 4 KOs) de Monterrey, México.

En los últimos tres años, Cornejo se ha quedado corta dos veces contra la campeona mundial unificada de peso súper mediano Franchon Dezurn-Crews en su búsqueda por ganar un campeonato mundial.. Emparedado entre las dos peleas por el título mundial, Cornejo salió victorioso en una tremenda actuación contra la veterana Erin Toughill en enero 27, 2019 frente a su legión de fanáticos locales en Los Ángeles.

Ganadora de sus primeras siete peleas., Ibarra busca regresar a la columna de victorias luego de una reñida derrota por decisión en diez asaltos ante la invicta campeona interina de peso mediano junior de la AMB, Raquel Miller, en noviembre. 23, 2019.

En una batalla de peso mosca de ocho asaltos, ex campeón mundial y artista del nocautAngel ‘Tito’ Acosta, (21-2, 21 KOs), de San Juan, Puerto Rico, batallasGilberto Mendoza (17-9-3, 8 KOs) de Modesto, California.

Acosta, de 30 años, hizo tres defensas exitosas de su título mundial antes de perder ante Elwin Soto en junio. 2019. En su última pelea en octubre 2019, Acosta detuvo a Raymond Tabugon en el quinto asalto. El trastornado Mendoza llega al ring luego de una reñida derrota por decisión ante el invicto prospecto mexicano Sergio Ríos Jiménez..

Completando la cartelera en una batalla de peso ligero junior a seis asaltos, principal prospecto invictoEdwin 'The Chin' Valentin(9-0, 8 KOs) peleará en su ciudad natal de Salinas cuando se enfrente al veteranoHector Marengo (7-14-4, 4 KOs) of Arecibo, Puerto Rico.

Siga Ring City USA enFacebook, GorjeoyInstagrampara obtener las últimas actualizaciones o visitewww.ringcityusa.com.

Acerca de Ring City USA

Ring City, que se lanzó en 2020, es la plataforma de medios deportivos más nueva del boxeo. Trabajando en conjunto con una variedad de promotores y talentos, su nueva serie de boxeo pone énfasis en los enfrentamientos competitivos que realmente ponen a prueba a los luchadores y entusiasman a los fanáticos de las peleas. Ring City ofrece grandes peleas en el ring y una programación de hombros convincente fuera del ring. Ring City es el campo de pruebas donde los talentos emergentes pueden ganarse los galones y lanzarse al escalón superior del estrellato del boxeo.

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