Sensational Super Lightweight Mario Barrios Stuns Juan Jose Velasco with Second Round KO Victory in Co-Feature
Middleweights Matt Korobov and Immanuwel Aleem Fight to a Majority Draw
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FAIRFAX, Virginia. (Maig 11, 2019) - Julian “J-Rock’’ Williamsknew he was walking into the lion’s den when he traveled from Philadelphia to Virginia to face undefeated unified super welterweight champion “Swift” Jarrett Hurd in his backyard. But Williams (27-1-1, 16 KOs) wasn’t afraid.
Va venir. He saw and he conquered Hurd (23-1, 16 KOs), scoring a 12-round unanimous decision, handing Hurd his first loss and taking the IBF, WBA and IBO championships before a hometown crowd at the EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University.
The crowd and the primetime audience, which tuned in to FOX and FOX Deportes, witnessed a valiant performance from both Williams and Hurd in what will certainly be a “Fight of the Year’’ candidate. The judges had Williams handily defeating Hurd with scores of 116-111 i 115-112 dues vegades.
Williams had come up short in his previous attempt at a world title when he was stopped on via TKO by Jermall Charlo in 2016. He was overwhelmed by emotions after his upset victory over Hurd, who was a presumptive favorite over the 29-year-old Williams.
“I am just overwhelmed. This is such a great feeling. I outclassed him. I am one of the best fighters in the world,", Va dir Williams. “Maybe I wasn’t ready for the title the first time I got the shot. I took the loss. I took it like a man and the whole world doubted me. I went into this fight a five to one underdog.’’
“Això és un somni fet realitat. I have been waiting for this for years. I never ditched the gym. I never got into girls or left the gym. I am from the streets, but I was never in the streets. I was in the gym practicing my craft.
“The only people that believed in me were my team, but all I can say is ‘and the new’!”
Hurd is often a slow starter and Williams made him pay for that. He jumped on the defending champion right out of the gate, throwing crisp punches behind a pistol-like jab. Williams dropped Hurd in the second round with a shot to the temple.
“It didn’t really change my strategy. It was just a flash knockdown. It caught me by surprise. I wasn’t really hurt,’’ Hurd said.
Sensing he had stunned Hurd, Williams came out firing in the next round. He picked up the pace and Hurd decided to match the ferocity of the attack rather than wither under it. Midway through the third round, Hurd landed a blistering left uppercut that snapped Williams’ head upward and slowly started to regain his form.
Hurd and Williams went to the trenches in the middle rounds, closing the distance and fighting in tight quarters. Conventional wisdom would seem to favor Hurd in that space, because he is physically bigger than Williams. But Williams did more than hold his own.
By the seventh round, the fight had become a war of attrition and a test of wills. Hurd was cut over his left eye in the eighth round. By then, Williams was completely in control.
Williams said he was well prepared for everything that Hurd threw at him, but it was by no means a cakewalk.
“He wasn’t easier to hit than I thought. He was crafty and he had heavy hands. I just stayed poised. I listened to my coach and I just worked,’’ Williams said. “He couldn’t hurt me. I saw everything he was throwing. El vaig fer caure. The game plan was to win however I could. I adapted on the fly. We knew he had certain tendencies and worked on his tendencies. ''
Hurd said he didn’t feel like himself in the fight against Williams. Fighting in front of a raucous hometown crowd filled with family and friends as he hails from nearby Accokeek, Maryland.
“I wasn’t able to get off. I can’t really call it right now. I have to go back and watch. I was loading up on my shots instead of just letting my hands go,’’ Hurd said. “J-Rock was just the better man tonight. There’s definitely a rematch clause in our contract and I’m going to go for it. I’m going to come back better than I was tonight.’’
Super lightweight sensation Mario Barrios (24-0, 15 KOs) scored a devastating second round knockout victory over Juan Jose Velasco (20-2, 12 KOs) en la baralla co-estel·lar. Barrios of San Antonio, Texas kept his undefeated record intact when he landed a crushing body shot that sent Velasco to the canvas midway through the second round. Referee Hugo Spinola counted out Velasco at 1:16 of the second round as the Argentine was on his hands and knees trying to catch his breath.
Barrios said he was trying to be patient and use his jab to set up the perfect shot.
“I saw him opening up every time he would step in. I knew one of the body shots was going to do it and I found the sweet spot,’’ Barrios said. “We weren’t expecting it to end that quickly. I wasn’t predicting a knock out, but I knew I had the power to do it and stop him.”
“I was very confident. Vaig tenir un gran campament. I can’t thank Virgil Hunter and the team for the preparation for this fight. We knew he was vulnerable with body punches and that was something I work on regardless. It is one of my favorite shots. I have been working on it since the amateurs.”
Barrios said he would build on the victory over Velasco and continue to climb the ladder at 140 lliura.
“I want a world title shot. I am always in the gym. I am always ready. I want all the smoke at 140. I want any of the champions. And I’m ready to bring a big fight to all my hometown fans in San Antonio.’’
In the opening television bout middleweight contenders Matt Korobov of Orotukan, Russia and Immanuwel Aleem of East Meadow, N.Y. stalked each other for 10 rondes. They took turns pressing the action and playing the aggressor, dishing out and absorbing the best that each had to offer. In the end Korobov (29-2, 14 KOs) and Aleem (18-2-1, 11 KOs) had fought to a majority draw. One judge had Korobov winning 97-93 and two judges scored it 95-95.
In the sixth round Korobov landed a combination that rocked Aleem and had him in trouble momentarily. But Aleem weathered the storm. Aleem came out strong in the ninth round, practically running across the ring to meet Korobov, who had slowly raised his 36-year-old body off the corner stool at the last second. Sensing the close nature of the fight, both Korobov and Aleem unloaded and landed some heavy shots seeking to keep the outcome away from the judges’ scorecards.
Aleem said he thought he won the fight.
“I didn’t feel like he was doing enough. I was trying to use my range. He was just touching me. I realized when I started hitting him that he didnt have the gas.,’’ Aleem said. “I am faster than people think. I see open shots better than people expect. I made a statement tonight and I want to keep making statements.”
Korobov , who lost a unanimous decision to Jermall Charlo in his last fight, said he felt sluggish during the match against Aleem.
“I felt heavy and not totally sharp enough. It was hard to react and stop him from going inside. I have things to work on.,’’ Korobov said. “He was tougher than I expected. He wasn’t as strong as Charlo, but he is a really good fighter. He kept coming forward. He wasn’t afraid. He just kept throwing punches.”
Unified 154-Pound Champion Hurd & Top Contender Williams Square-Off Before Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Main Event This Saturday Night from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia Live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT
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ARLINGTON, Virginia. (Maig 9, 2019) – Unified 154-pound world champion“Ràpid” Jarrett Hurd i els principals candidats Juliano “J-Rock” Williams previewed their showdown at a final press conference on Thursday evening before they headline Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes this Saturday night from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia.
Also squaring-off at the press conference and stepping into the ring Saturday in action beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT were unbeaten super lightweight contenderMario “Els asteques” Barris i l'Argentina Juan “The Pitbull” JoseVelasco, who meet in a 10-round fight, and middleweight contendersMatt Korobov i Immanuel Aleem, who battle in a 10-round attraction.
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Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Arlington, Virginia:
Jarrett Hurd
“This has been a great week. This is the homecoming I always wanted. It’s even better than I imagined and I can’t wait to step into the ring.
“You can tell a lot about a fighter when you see them in the lead up to a fight. Julian Williams looks confident and he looks ready. It’s going to be a classic on fight night.
“It’s been fun to have this support from the city and my hometown. It’s fueled me. The love and support motivated me in the gym to make sure I go out there and put on a show.
“I’m a big 154-pounder but I know how to cut the weight and get it off right. We’re still eating and we’ll be strong come fight night.”
JULIAN WILLIAMS
“I really don’t think too much about fighting in his hometown. I’ve fought on the road my whole career. I just focus on the fight, not what’s going on outside of the ring.
“We touched on a lot of different things in training camp. We left no stone unturned. It sounds cliché and I’ve never said this before, but this was the best camp I’ve ever had. I’m ready to go get this win.
“I just see a man over there. His crowd can’t fight for him. That’s all it’s going to be Saturday night.
“The jab is always a key. It’s the most important punch in boxing and it’s the key for me no matter who I fight. I always work with bigger guys in camp so the size is going to be nothing new.”
MARIO BARRIS
“We focused on being explosive in training camp. Working with Virgil Hunter was great as always. This is a big opportunity and I’m excited to put on a great show for these fans.
“És un lluitador famolenc. Això és el principal. He’s tasted defeat and he doesn’t want to again. I’m blocking his path. Dissabte a la nit, he’s not getting past me.
“I’m getting stronger and better every camp. There’s not too much to say, but I’m just looking forward to getting in the ring Saturday.”
JUAN JOSE VELASCO
“The fight against Regis Prograis was very tough and important for me. I want to be champion of the world and it showed me what I need to do to achieve that goal. I’m going to put what I learned on display Saturday.
“We’ve watched him and we know what he’s capable of doing. We know we have to be prepared to get this victory.”
MATT KOROBOV
“I took the fight against Jermall Charlo as a win because people know me better now and know where I stand in this division with my performance on short notice. I’m happy to be back and have this fight. My team did a great job preparing and we’ll be ready on Saturday night.”
Sóc OFMUS ELEs.
“My trainer George Peterson has always stressed to train year round. We’re not part time fighters. I’m always in the gym working. When the fight comes, we’re always prepared.
“Korobov is another opponent who’s in my way to becoming a world champion. I’ve gotten some good work with southpaws to get ready for him and I feel fully prepared.
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ABOUT HURD VS. WILLIAMS Hurd vs. Williams pits IBF and WBA 154-pound world champion Jarrett Hurd against top contender Julian Williams in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Maig 11 from EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia.
Unbeaten super lightweight contender Mario “Els asteques” Barrios battles Argentina’s Juan “The Pitbull” Jose Velasco in a 10-round fight and middleweight contender Matt Korobov clashes with Immanuwel Aleem in a 10-round bout as part of televised action beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT.
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Super Welterweight Champion Tony Harrison & Former Champion Jermell Charlo Set to Meet in Highly Anticipated Rematch Live in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & Diumenge de FOX Deportes, Juny 23 from Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas
Former World Champion Guillermo Rigondeaux Battles Exciting Brawler Julio Ceja in Super Bantamweight Title Eliminator –
Cobertura televisat comença a 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT
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LAS VEGAS (Maig 2, 2019) – WBC Super Welterweight ChampionTony “Superdolent” Harrisonand former super welterweight championJermell Charlo will step into the ring for a highly anticipated rematch live in primetime Sunday, Juny 23 in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.
La cobertura televisada comença a 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT and features former world championGuillermo “El Chacal” Rigondeaux taking on exciting Mexican contenderJuliol Cella in a WBC Super Bantamweight world title eliminator.
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Harrison and Charlo’s first encounter took place live on FOX in December as Harrison earned the decision and upset Charlo to earn the title. The close nature of the bout helped warrant an immediate rematch that promises to be just as highly charged and dramatic.
“Tony Harrison and Jermell Charlo showed off their elite talent to the world in their first bout and I anticipate an even more explosive showdown in the rematch on June 23,” va dir Tom Brown, President de Promocions TGB. “Harrison will no doubt be at his very best again as he looks to establish himself in the championship ranks. Jermell Charlo is certainly more motivated than ever to reclaim his spot atop the 154-pound division. Fans tuning in on FOX and FOX Deportes in primetime and in attendance at Mandalay Bay Events Center are in for an action-packed Sunday night.”
Harrison (28-2, 21 KOs) has proven to be “Detroit tough” during a boxing career inspired by early years trained and managed by the late Emanuel Steward. He had to climb back into title contention twice before reaching the top with his unanimous decision victory over Charlo last December.
Harrison was on track for a title shot before suffering the first loss of his career in 2015 to Willie Nelson. After three-straight wins, he earned a shot at the vacant 154-pound title against Jarrett Hurd. Although Harrison had strong moments in the fight, he eventually lost to Hurd and was forced to again climb to the top. After another three victories, including a win over former champion Ishe Smith, Harrison took advantage of his second world title opportunity against Charlo.
“Being a world champion now, I’m excited to defend my title for the first time in this rematch that everyone is looking forward to,” va dir Harrison. “I think there’s actually more pressure on Charlo, just like last time. It’s just a blessing for me to be fighting on FOX and FOX Deportes Sunday, Juny 23. Everyone is going to be tuned-in to this fight and we’re going to bring the action to Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, the capital of the boxing world. I plan on doing the exact same thing to Jermell that I did in December. I’m going to get the win, and then I don’t want to hear any more crying or excuses.”
The 28-year-old Charlo (31-1, 15 KOs) suffered the first setback of his career with the close unanimous decision loss to Harrison. Lluitant fora de Houston, Texas, Charlo won the vacant WBC title with a devastating knockout victory over John Jackson in 2016. He made three successful defenses of the title with highlight-reel knockouts over Charles Hatley and Erickson Lubin, plus a majority decision win over former champion Austin Trout.
Charlo is trained in Dallas by Derrick James, who was recognized as the 2017 Trainer of the Year by Yahoo Sports and also works with welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. Charlo is one-minute younger than his identical twin brother, Jermall, who is the WBC interim middleweight champion and a former 154-pound champion.
“I am in a ruthless state of mind. I am upset and this upcoming fight, I am going to give it 110 per cent,” Said Charlo. “I am way hungrier now than I was before. I am not desperate for a win because I know how to win. The judges gave me a bad decision because I didn’t get the knockout, but you don’t have to knock everybody out to beat them. He knows he didn’t beat me. He knows exactly what happened. He knows he can’t beat me. If I have to go in there and prove it again, I will.”
Rigondeaux (18-1, 12 KOs) will look to show off the masterful technical skills that made him a unified world champion and perennial member of the pound-for-pound list when he steps into the ring on June 23. A two-time Olympic gold medalist for his native Cuba, Rigondeaux made his name with victories over the likes of Nonito Donaire, Rico Ramos and Joseph Agbeko. The 38-year-old most recently knocked out Giovanni Delgado in January on FS1.
Fighting out of Tlalnepantla, Mèxic, Cella (32-3, 28 KOs) won an interim world title at super bantamweight in 2015 by stopping Hugo Ruiz in the fifth-round. The 26-year-old would lose the full title to Ruiz in their rematch in 2016, but has won two of three fights since, including a knockout of Anselmo Moreno.
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Heavyweight Contender Andy Ruiz Jr. Defeats Alexander Dimitrenko By TKO After Round Five & Unbeaten Brandon Figueroa Stops Yonfrez Parejo After Eight Rounds to Capture Interim 122-Pound Title
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CARSON, CALIF. (Abril 20, 2019) – Excampió de dues divisions Danny “Ràpid” García (35-2, 21 KOs) caigut Adrian Granados (20-7-2, 14 KOs) three times before stopping him in round seven Saturday night in a welterweight showdown that headlined Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Califòrnia.
“I’ve said it before, when Danny Garcia is at his best, nobody can beat him,” va dir García. “I had gotten a little comfortable in the past, but I put my 110 percent into this fight and when I do, I beat everyone.”
Garcia got his offense started early, deflecting a right hand from Granados in round two and throwing a perfect left hook counter that dropped Granados for the first time in the fight. Granados continued to push and tried to change the tide, but an overhand right at the end of an exchange by Garcia sent Granados down for the second time in round two.
“It felt good landing that big left hook,” va dir García. “I was proud of my performance. I thought I did a great job tonight.”
“He was very sharp in the exchanges,” said Granados. “That’s where he was catching me. I knew that’s what I had to avoid. But the toughness in me is always ready to go. I was willing to engage.”
Granados tried to find ways to slow Garcia’s momentum, but while trying to crowd Garcia he was too often caught with power punches on the inside. Round four saw Granados begin to bleed heavily from the nose and in round five Granados was dropped for the third time, this time from a combination Garcia delivered while he had Granados on the ropes.
“The way to make a statement tonight was to stop him,” va dir García. “The game plan was to break him down. I have too many tools. I couldn’t let him hang around with me.
“He wanted to get closer to me and make it a dogfight. But I surprised him when I stood with him and banged to the body. Then I started making him miss and that’s when I stopped him.”
In round seven, Garcia landed 48% of his power punches according to CompuBox, and after buzzing him several times, unleashed a flurry while Granados was on the ropes that forced referee Thomas Taylor to stop the bout 1:33 into round seven.
“He caught me with some good shots but I really thought I was fine,” said Granados. “I think the referee was a little over-protective. I had a plan to go the whole fight and they stopped me on my feet. I was still catching him with shots. I was still dangerous and looking for a big shot to change the fight. The referee had to do his job though and I understand it.”
Amb la victòria, Garcia will look for more big fights with fellow elite welterweights.
“I hope I didn’t scare Manny Pacquiao away,” va dir García. “I’d love a rematch with Shawn Porter or Keith Thurman, or a fight with Errol Spence Jr. He tornat!” The co-main event featured heavyweight contender and Southern California fan-favoriteAndy “El Destructor” Ruiz Jr. (32-1, 21 KOs) scoring a TKO victory overAlexander Dimitrenko (41-5, 26 KOs) after five rounds of action in their heavyweight showdown.
Ruiz flashed the exceptional hand speed that has defined his career, landing hard combinations to the head and body of the taller Dimitrenko. Ruiz stalked Dimitrenko, controlling the center of the ring and picking his spots to unload.
“He started slowing down and I could see the face he made when I hit him with body shots,” va dir Ruiz. “I just stayed disciplined and focused. I couldn’t get too anxious. I just wanted to break him down until the tree fell down.”
Dimitrenko tried to use his jab to keep Ruiz at bay and was able to cause a welt under Ruiz’s right eye as the early rounds went on. It was not enough to keep Ruiz from coming forward and in round five he began to pile up the punishment, punctuated with hard right hooks that snapped Dimitrenko’s head back.
“We worked on slipping his right hand and coming back with my own,” va dir Ruiz. “I missed with a few of them but I stayed busy. I focused on just getting the job done.”
Després de la cinquena ronda, and on the advice of Dimitrenko’s corner, referee Ray Corona stopped the bout before round six could commence. Ruiz was comfortably ahead on all three scorecards and set his sights on another top heavyweight contender for his possible next opponent.
“For my next fight there’s somebody like me, a chubby exciting fighter I want,” va dir Ruiz. “Adam Kownacki I’m ready, let’s do this.”
The opening bout on FOX saw unbeaten top contenderBrandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa (19-0, 14 KOs) earn the Interim WBA Super Bantamweight title by stoppingYonfrez Parejo(22-4-1, 11 KOs) after eight rounds of action. Parejo did not answer the bell for round nine, forcing referee Jerry Cantu to stop the bout while Parejo was in the corner.
“This is an amazing feeling and a dream come true,” , Va dir Figueroa. “I can’t wait for what’s coming next.I thought I was going to finish him the next round. He had lasted pretty well but once I put the pressure up to another level, I knew he wouldn’t be able to continue.”
The 22-year-old Figueroa used his signature pressure early and often, walking through effective shots Parejo landed in the early rounds to establish his position in the fight. Parejo had success landing hooks while Figueroa was exposed on the inside, but was unable to avoid the return fire, especially the body shots that eventually led to the end of the fight.
“He threw a lot of strong shots to the body and I felt my legs go at the end of the last round,” said Parejo.”He’s very strong but sometimes flat-footed and I was trying to take advantage of that. He was too strong tonight.”
Figueroa began to throw even more combinations in the late rounds, nullifying the offense that Parejo was trying to get going. His most prolific rounds were rounds four and five, where he landed 31 i 41 power punches respectively. After a one-sided round eight where Figueroa out landed Parejo 33 a 15, it had become clear that Parejo didn’t have enough on his punches to stop the onslaught. The referee stopped the bout after consulting with Parejo before the start of the ninth round, officially giving Figueroa the victory.
“My conditioning was amazing and I felt strong every round,” , Va dir Figueroa. “I’m next in line and I’m ready for anyone.”
After the card on FOX, PBC Fight Night Extra on FS1 and FOX Deportes was headlined byJeison Rosario (19-1-1, 13 KOs) winning a split-decision overJorge Cota (28-3, 25 KOs) pels comptes de 97-93 for Cota and 96-94 i 97-93 for Rosario in a 10-round super welterweight bout
The FS1 portion kicked off with highly-touted prospectRolando “Rollie” Romero (9-0, 8 KOs) noquejar Andres Figueroa(9-5, 5 KOs) 1:27 into round four of their lightweight fight. Rising unbeaten and 2016 U.S. Olímpic Karlos Balderas (8-0, 7 KOs) remained perfect by stoppingLuis May(21-14-1, 8 KOs) a 1:07 of round four in their lightweight battle and super lightweight prospectOmar Juárez (3-0, 1 KO)earned a unanimous decision by scores of 40-36 dues vegades i 39-37 after four rounds againstDwayne Bonds(3-2-1, 1 KO).
Former Two-Division Champion Garcia Battles All-Action Contender Granados in Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Esports Main Event This Saturday Night from Dignity Health Sports Park a Carson, Califòrnia – 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT
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SANTA MONICA, TAL COM. (Abril 17, 2019) – Excampió de dues divisions Danny “Ràpid” García and welterweight contenderAdrian Granados took part in a media workout Wednesday as they near their main event showdown that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes this Saturday night from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Califòrnia.
The workout also featured heavyweight contenderAndy Ruiz Jr. i Alexander Dimitrenko, who meet in a 10-round bout, i contendent invicte Brandon Figueroa, who faces Venezuela’sYonfrez Parejoin a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that kicks off the broadcast at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT.
Les entrades per a l'esdeveniment en viu, que està promogut per TGB Promotions i Mayweather Promotions, en associació amb DSG Promotions, estan a la venda. Tickets can be purchased at AXS.com or at the Dignity Health Sports Park box office from 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from Churchill Boxing Club in Santa Monica:
DANNY GARCIA
“I fought in this arena when I was 6-0 so it’s exciting to be back. I also won the welterweight title against Robert Guerrero in Los Angeles. L.. has always been good to me. There’s a great atmosphere and I love fighting here.
“Estic preparat per a qualsevol, but I’m also not looking past Granados. Al final de la dia, I have to focus on Saturday night. I have to get this victory.
“There’s a lot at stake, so I know Granados will be ready. I trained hard and I think I’m in the best shape of my life. I think I’m in better shape now than my last two fights. I can’t wait to show it on Saturday night.
“You watch Danny Garcia fights you know I’m always swinging trying to knock people out. Expect another can’t-miss fight on Saturday.
“I know what Granados brings to the table, but I believe in my skills and the hard work we put into camp. The plan is of course to get a knockout and look spectacular, but I’m more than ready to go 12 rounds.”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“This is a classic in a making. We’re going to put on a show. Em sento molt bé. We’ve closed out camp just right and we’re ready to rock and roll on Saturday.
“There are a lot of challenges in this fight. I have to go out there to dominate and take the fight away from him. Danny is a great fighter and there’s a reason he’s a big name in the sport. This is an opportunity that I’m going to take advantage of.
“I wasn’t surprised that Shawn Porter said I was a tougher fight than Danny Garcia. I watched both fights and you could see at the end that I had Shawn running for survival. He did what he had to do to escape, but for this fight I’m taking it out of anybody else’s hands.
“I don’t think Danny is looking past me, but I know he has bigger plans. I’m here to interrupt those plans. I have my own plans. I’m going to catapult myself to where I belong and where I should have always been.
“My parents worked so hard to put me on the right path. I got involved with sports as a kid and never looked back. I always stayed focus on my sports and studies. The temptations were there in Chicago. I stayed true to myself and now I’m in a place where a lot of people look up to me. If I win on Saturday it can show that anything is possible.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“This is going to be my fourth fight at this venue. I’ve gotten a knockout every time, so I think it’s a good luck arena for me. I’ve had setbacks, but I’m ready for my comeback.
“I’ve been training hard for this fight to make a statement. I’m excited to get this win and do it emphatically.
“Dimitrenko is a veteran fighter and I know I can’t take him lightly. We’re going to be ready and may the best man win. I’m ready to take on all challengers.
“I just need to stay loose and let my hands go. I’m going to show the kind of fighter that I am. My speed and the way I use the ring will be a key.
“I’ve watched Dimitrenko’s fights, and I know I just have to do what I have to do. I think it’s harder for him to fight a smaller guy like me, especially one with speed and who throws combinations.”
ALEXANDER DIMITRENKO
“This is an important fight for me and I’m here to win. Això no és res nou per a mi. My job is to come here put on a great performance. I’ve been a pro for a long time and I’m ready for Saturday.
“I have more experience in big fights than Ruiz. I’m going to give my best in this fight. There’s no pressure on me and I’m feeling relaxed and ready for war.
“My last fight against Bryant Jennings ended with a bad stoppage and I’m looking to erase that memory. A win on Saturday is important to me and I’m not looking past it. I have to do my job and we’ll see what happens after that.
“This is my first time in Los Angeles, I’ve gotten to enjoy the weather a little bit but it’s all business. I’m focused on fighting on Saturday, that’s been the goal all camp and we’re leading up to a great show on Saturday.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“This is a moment I’ve been waiting for since I was a little kid. The opportunity is here, I’m ready and I can’t wait to take it.
“I had a really good training camp. My body is ready physically and mentally. I know that Parejo is a really good fighter who’s going to try to box me. I feel like once I put the pressure on him, I’m going to be able to dominate him.
“I think Parejo has weaknesses on his inside game, which is something I’m really good at. I feel like for my past few fights I’ve used that to dominate my opponents.
“Aquest és el meu moment de brillar. I had a really good training camp and I’m here to take advantage of this opportunity. I’m only 22-years-old and I’ve worked really hard to get where I’m at right now.”
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ABOUT GARCIA VS. GRANADOS García vs. Granados will see former two-division world champion Danny “Ràpid” Garcia battling rugged veteran Adrian Granados in a 12-round welterweight bout that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Abril 20 20 del Parc Esportiu Dignity Health, abans StubHub Center, a Carson, Califòrnia.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz Jr. takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT.
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Veteran Contender Adrian Granados & Contendent de pes pesat Andy Ruiz Jr. Prepare for Respective Premier Boxing Champions en FOX & FOX Deportes Matchups Saturday, Abril 20 Des Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Califòrnia
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LOS ANGELES (Abril 4, 2019) – All-action welterweight Adrian Granados 1 nd heavyweight contenderAndy Ruiz Jr.continued preparation for their respective showdowns at a media workout in Los Angeles Thursday before they step in the ring Saturday, Abril 20 as part of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Califòrnia.
Granados will face former two-division world championDanny “Ràpid” García in a 12-round welterweight bout that headlines action, while the Southern California-native Ruiz takes onAlexander Dimitrenko in heavyweight action as part of the broadcast beginning at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to not miss any of the televised action.
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Here is what the workout participants had to say Thursday from Fortune Gym in Los Angeles:
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Em sento molt bé. I’m starting to peak and everything is clicking. I had a great camp and I’m just excited for this fight.
“This is a great style matchup. Danny is a strong puncher and a great counter puncher. I’m going to be right there. I’m going to come with it. I also have a lot of intangibles that people don’t see. I’m not one-dimensional and I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
“I think I have more dog in me than Danny does. He complains a lot and also gets away with a lot. He does what he has to do to win. I’ve never been given anything and I think I have a lot more to prove than he does.
“My fights against Shawn Porter and Adrien Broner were good preparation for this. I think against Broner I should have gotten the decision, but I didn’t. Against Porter, I fought the wrong fight and missed the chance I did have. I’ve got a chip on my shoulder from both experiences.
“This is my chance to show the boxing world that I’m elite and get my title shot. I’ve always wanted to become a world champion, and I haven’t got my opportunity at 140 where I beat the number-one contender. I’m not afraid to fight anyone so I’m here to get a big win.
“I think I need a stoppage or a dominating win. It has to be one-sided. I have enough controversial losses that I know that I can’t leave it up to the judges. I’m training hard to dominate the fight.
“I’m kind of a ‘young vet’ because I’m only 29-years-old but I’m battle-tested. I was never promoted until the last three or four years. I’ve had to do what I had to coming up. I took the tough fights that most prospects wouldn’t.
“I always knew I had the talent to be at this level and I’m glad that I’m respected and recognized now, but it’s time for me to get a big win. I’m going to show that I really belong and I’m an elite fighter.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“All the hard work in the gym has been paying off and I feel prepared for April 20. I’m facing an experienced guy who’s tall, but I think my pressure and my speed will make it difficult for him.
“We’ve looked at Dimitrenko’s past fights and put together a game plan. We’re going to stick to it and execute. We’re going to attack the body and I think with my speed and combinations I’m going to get him out of there.
“I’m coming back from a layoff but it’s over and right now my goal is to make a statement and let everyone know that I’m back in action. I’m ready to take one of the spots at the top of the division.
“There are a lot of big fights I want, but my mind is totally focused on April 20. I’ve never been this motivated. I’m going to be fighting more often and I’m glad to have the opportunity.
“Fighting for the Mexican fans gives me more motivation now than ever. I want to be the first Mexican heavyweight champion of the world and hopefully this year or next year I will accomplish those dreams.
“I have everything I need now to get to where I want to go. Això és només el començament. The more fights I have, the better I’m going to be looking.
“It feels great to be fighting in Southern California and I know there will be a lot of Mexicans out there on April 20. It’s always a great atmosphere and my game plan is to steal the show. I’m going to give it all I got for the fans.
“I think Dimitrenko is going to use his jab and move around. És alt, but he can’t run away forever. At some point you have to be there toe-to-toe. We’ve worked on our head movement and we’re going to be ready for anything he brings.”
TOM BROWN, President de Promocions TGB
“Andy Ruiz Jr. is exactly where he should be right now. He’s re-dedicated himself to the sport of boxing and when he does, there might not be a better heavyweight out there. He traveled to New Zealand and took on Joseph Parker in his backyard and lost a majority decision. He’s tasted it and he’s hungry for it again.
“Arguably Adrian Granados could have a record of 27-1 and he’s ready for his moment to shine. I like where he’s at mentally as far as taking charge and winning these fights so he can move on and become a champion, which has been his goal since he got into the game.”
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ABOUT GARCIA VS. GRANADOS García vs. Granados will see former two-division world champion Danny “Ràpid” Garcia battling rugged veteran Adrian Granados in a 12-round welterweight bout that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Abril 20 20 del Parc Esportiu Dignity Health, abans StubHub Center, a Carson, Califòrnia.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT.
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Also in Action! Veteran Brawler Alfredo Angulo, 2016 U.S. L'olímpic Karlos Balderas & Sensational Lightweight Prospect Omar Juarez Competing in Separate Televised Bouts Beginning at 10:30 p.m. I / 7:30 p.m. PT Following PBC on FOX Broadcast
CARSON, CALIF. (Març 27, 2019) – Hard-hitting contenderJeison Rosario porta a Mèxic de Jorge Cotain a 10-round middleweight fight that headlinesPBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAon FS1 and FOX Deportes Saturday, Abril 20 del Parc Esportiu Dignity Health, abans StubHub Center, a Carson, Califòrnia.
Battle-hardened veteranAlfredo “El Gos” Angulowill fight in the co-main event of the telecast, while exciting lightweight prospect and 2016 U.S. Olímpic Karlos Balderas adquireixPedro Vicentein a six or eight round bout and highly-decorated lightweight prospectOmar Juárez enfrontaments amb els de Mèxic Luis Gerardo Perez Salasin a four-round match to open the telecast at 10:30 p.m. I / 7:30 p.m. PT.
PBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAwill follow the PBC on FOX primetime show headlined by former two-division world champion Danny “Ràpid” Garcia battling rugged veteran Adrian Granados in a 12-round welterweight bout.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT.
Les entrades per a l'esdeveniment en viu, que està promogut per TGB Promotions i Mayweather Promotions, en associació amb DSG Promotions, estan a la venda. Tickets can be purchased at AXS.com or at the Dignity Health Sports Park box office from 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
The non-stop block of boxing promises wall-to-wall action for fans who tune into FOX, FOX Deportes and FS1.
Rosario (18-1-1, 13 KOs) was busy last year, scoring victories in three of four fights in 2018, including wins over then-unbeaten Jamontay Clark and contender Justin DeLoach. He is coming off a stoppage victory over Marcos Hernandez in February on FS1, which avenged a split draw the two boxers fought to in 2018. The 23-year-old from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic who now lives in Miami, Florida, will have his hands full against the hard-hitting Cota (28-2, 25 KOs). The 31-year-old Cota from Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico has scored three straight knockout victories since losing to Erickson Lubin in 2017. He’s coming off a TKO victory over Euri Gonzalez in November
Balderes (7-0, 6 KOs) scored three stoppage victories in his fights last year and continues to progress up the lightweight ladder. The 23-year-old Balderas of Santa Maria, Califòrnia, va ser membre de la 2016 U.S. Olympic boxing team and most recently stopped Jose Cen Torres in February. Vicente (6-2, 2 KOs) is looking to build on the momentum from his unanimous decision victory over Luis Miguel Ortiz in his last fight in January.
The 19-year-old Juarez (2-0, 1 KOs), who is from Brownsville, Texas, will be climbing back into the ring quickly after scoring a knockout victory over Phillip Percy in February. Sales (5-2, 1 KOs) is looking to rebound from back-to-back losses when he steps in against Juarez.
In other non-televised action, Los Angeles bantamweightDaniel Guzman (2-1-1, 1 KO) takes on Monterrey, Mèxic de Hugo Rodriguez (0-3) en un combat de quatre rondes, unbeaten Alhambra, Cal., welter Emmanuel Medina (16-0, 9 KOs) battles Japan’sGaku Takahashi (16-9-1, 8 KOs) in an eight-round match and Colorado Springs’ Ricky López (20-4, 6 KOs) cares Joe Perez (14-3-1, 10 KOs) en un combat súper ploma de 10 rondes. Round out the card is Fontana, Califòrnia Raymond Murattala (6-0, 4 KOs) meeting Mexico’sEduardo Reyes (9-15, 6 KOs) in a six-round lightweight bout and Edinburg, Texas’ Nelson Hampton (4-2, 4 KOs) fighting in a four-round lightweight special attraction.
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Former Two-Division Champion Garcia Battles All-Action Granados on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes on Saturday, Abril 20 del parc esportiu Dignity Health a Carson, Califòrnia
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LOS ANGELES (Març 19, 2019) – L'ex campió mundial de dues divisions Danny “Ràpid” García and veteran contenderAdrian Granados previewed their Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes main event showdown at a press conference in Los Angeles Tuesday as they prepare to square-off Saturday, Abril 20 del parc esportiu Dignity Health a Carson, Califòrnia.
Les entrades per a l'esdeveniment en viu, que està promogut per TGB Promotions i Mayweather Promotions, en associació amb DSG Promotions, estan a la venda. Tickets can be purchased at AXS.com or at the Dignity Health Sports Park box office from 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
l'edició d'abril 20 broadcast begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT and features heavyweight contenderAndy Ruiz Jr. tenint en Alexander Dimitrenkoin a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contenderBrandon Figueroa battling Venezuela’sYonfrez Parejoin a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday from the Palms Restaurant Downtown L.A.:
DANNY GARCIA
“I’ve been training hard. I’ve seen Granados fight a few times and I know what he can do. I’m excited to be back in Los Angeles, because this is where the stars fight. This is another fight that can get me to where I want to go in my career.
“My mentality is that I have to stop Granados. Nobody has stopped him and I have to do that to make a statement. He’s never fought a counter puncher like me and I’m definitely the hardest puncher he’s faced. I’m going to showcase everything to get the stoppage.
“Aquesta és una altra lluita pel meu llegat. There have been a lot of great fights in my career and this is another important one for me. I know he’s coming to fight, but I’m looking to make this one of my easiest wins.
“He’s a tough and aggressive fighter who likes to throw a lot of punches. Té fam, and that’s the type of guy that you have to watch out for. I’ve got to handle my business against Granados before I look to any bigger fights.
“This is a big platform for me to perform on. I’m going to show the world why I’m one of the best fighters in the world.
“I plan on winning with style. I’m going to bring a lot of skill, a lot of will, a lot of power and I’m going to entertain my fans. Abril 20 will be the ‘Danny Garcia Show.'”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Això serà una gran baralla. We’re two fighters who bring it. I’m coming for a victory in dominating fashion. This is the fight that I’ve wanted for a while now.
“I haven’t had the easiest road and that’s why I’m looking to get my respect in this fight. I’m looking forward to this. It’s going to be a barnburner. Que guanyi el millor.
“If he’s underestimating me it will definitely be a big mistake on his part. I don’t think he will though. I think he realizes now he’s in for a fight. If he didn’t know me before, he does now. I’m going to give him a piece of my mind April 20.
“I was never taken care of coming up. I always had to work harder to get to where I’m at. Danny and I basically had the same accolades in the amateurs, and I always gave him kudos for what he’s done in his whole career, but he doesn’t know what I’ve gotten through to get here.
“I’m coming to get my respect in this fight. I’m going to make Danny fight and see what he’s made of. I’ve always had a chip on my shoulder but being able to take out a fighter like Danny is motivating me to another level.”
TOM BROWN, President de Promocions TGB
“Premier Boxing Champions has made a major commitment to bringing some of the best and biggest fights to Southern California. We started with the Wilder vs. Fury heavyweight title fight downtown in December and we’re back again in April at the Dignity Health Sports Park. This is the premier outdoor boxing venue in the United States and we have a great show there on April 20.
“Danny Garcia is a throwback fighter. A first-ballot Hall of Famer in my opinion. At 140-pounds he took on the best in the division and never backed down from a challenge. Danny was a 2-1 underdog when he fought Lucas Matthysse, and we knew what happened after, he proved the doubters wrong. I’m so excited to have him back in California on this great card.
“Adrian Granados could arguably be sitting up here with a record of 27-1, since all but one of his losses have been by split or majority decision, and usually it’s in his opponent’s backyard. He’s a battle-tested veteran who’s made a name for himself bringing action-packed fights to the fans. When we announced all the PBC on FOX fights, this is the one that I circled.”
LEONARD Ellerbe, CEO of President of Mayweather Promotions
“Això serà una tremenda baralla. I’ve really been looking forward to this fight because I’ve known these guys for a long time. Styles make fights and in this particular matchup, we have two fighters who are all action.
“Danny has shown that he’s an elite fighter, because he’s beaten a number of great world champions. Adrian Granados always comes to fight. He’s never ever in a boring fight. The styles mesh so well, with Danny being a world class counter-puncher and also being a superb boxer. Granados is going to force Danny to fight on the inside a lot more than usual.
“I think this fight is going to bring the best out of both Danny and Adrian. They’ve both fought a number of very good fighters and been in involved in numerous debatable decisions. They’re going to have to leave it all in the ring come April 20.”
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L'excampió invicte David Benavidez anota un TKO a la segona ronda de J'Leon Love, L'excampió invicte Luis Nery aconsegueix un nocaut nocable dominant de la cinquena ronda de McJoe Arroyo & Chris Arreola, el favorit dels fanàtics de pes pesat, atura Jean Pierre Augustin a la tercera ronda
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Març 17, 2019) – Errol Spence Jr. va conservar el seu Campionat del Món de pes welter de la FIB a la seva ciutat natal davant 47,525 aficionats amb una decisió unànime sobre el campió del món de quatre divisions Mikey García a l'esdeveniment principal de la primera Premier Boxing Champions a FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event dissabte a la nit des d'AT&Estadi T d'Arlington, Texas.
“La motivació lluitant davant la gent de la meva ciutat natal em va fer sentir molt bé,” va dir Spence. “Aquesta gent m'ha donat suport des del primer dia i volia fer una bona actuació per a tots ells.”
“Realment agraeixo l'amor i el suport dels fans d'aquesta nit,” va dir García. “És una gran nit i tot el mèrit a Errol, és un gran campió. Ell és la veritat. Va executar molt bé el seu pla de joc.”
El combat va començar tècnicament, amb Spence fent un cop constant i intentant tallar l'anell mentre Garcia buscava pacientment una oportunitat per contrarestar-se.. Garcia va tenir un cert èxit primerenc llançant ganxos esquerres del contra sobre el jab de Spence, però mai va poder posar-se en ritme contra el campió més ocupat.
“Va sortir aquí amb un bon pla de joc i va mantenir la distància al seu favor,” va dir García. “No vaig poder posar en marxa el meu ritme i va fer el que havia de fer. Vaig intentar fer ajustos i ell va continuar executant.”
En la quarta ronda, Spence va dominar la major part de l'acció abans que Garcia fes un augment tardà i obligués Spence a ajupir-se defensivament durant els últims moments de la ronda.. Garcia va mantenir aquesta energia al principi de la cinquena ronda, posant a Spence a la defensiva temporalment abans de recuperar el seu impuls i tornar a connectar amb potents esquerres rectes..
Spence va augmentar els cops de puny corporal a mesura que avançava la lluita i va mirar per desgastar el lluitador que augmentava de pes.. Garcia va començar a sagnar pel nas a la vuitena ronda, moment en què Spence va augmentar la seva producció i va aterrar 35, 29, 34 i 25 cops de puny a les rondes de nou 12 respectivament, segons CompuBox.
“Durant tot el camp d'entrenament, molts comentaristes van pensar que era massa intel·ligent i jo no podia boxejar tan bé com ell,” va dir Spence. “Vaig demostrar que puc boxejar i que puc moure el cap si vull. El joc és ser intel·ligent, és la ciència dolça. Tenia l'avantatge de la mida i l'abast, així que per què no utilitzar-lo per treure el jab? És una arma per a mi i li treu una de les armes.”
“Vaig poder aguantar el meu,” va dir García. “Em vaig sentir bé i em vaig sentir fort. Crec que va sentir el meu poder, però definitivament també té poder.”
Mentre Garcia va mostrar el seu coratge per fer la distància, Spence era simplement massa eficaç, amb un jutge fins i tot anotant ronda 11 10-8 per a Spence. Spence va llançar un màxim de carrera 1082 cops de puny i fora va aterrar Garcia per un esglaonament 345 a 75 marge.
Després de 12 rondes d'acció, els tres jutges van veure la lluita per Spence, pels comptes de 120-108 dues vegades i 120-107.
“Li dono a Mikey Garcia tot el crèdit per haver pres aquesta lluita,” va dir Spence. “En Mikey i jo vam fer un gran espectacle davant de tots aquests adorables fans. El respecte molt i li agraeixo que hagi fet un pas endavant.”
“Acabem de fer 12 rondes amb un gran campió de pes welter,” va dir García. “És una gesta que ningú ha fet recentment. Estic orgullós del que he pogut fer. He de tornar enrere i pensar-hi. Probablement tornaré a divisions més lleugeres però haurem de pensar-hi.”
Després de la baralla, Spence va declarar que volia lluitar contra la llegenda de la boxa i el titular del pes welter Manny Pacquiao següent, que va entrar al ring després de la baralla.
“Ha batut rècords aquí abans, és una llegenda de l'esport i seria un honor lluitar amb ell a continuació,” va dir Spence.
“Sí, per què no?” va dir Pacquiao, quan se li va preguntar per enfrontar-se a Spence a continuació. “Donarem una bona lluita als aficionats. Estic molt content d'estar aquí a AT&T Stadium i espero tornar-hi aviat.”
En l'esdeveniment co-principal, excampió del món invicte de 168 lliures David Benavidez(21-0, 18 KOs) dominat J'Leon Amor (24-3-1, 13 KOs) per aconseguir una parada de segona ronda en el seu enfrontament de pes súper mitjà.
“És un somni fet realitat lluitar en aquest escenari davant d'aquests aficionats,” va dir Benavidez. “Aquests aficionats em donen la motivació per aixecar-me cada dia i fer un esforç addicional.”
Des de la campana d'obertura, Love va intentar amuntegar el Benavidez més alt, però Benavidez, de 22 anys, el va fer pagar ràpidament, aterrant un potent ganxo esquerre que va sorprendre Love. L'amor va poder durar tota la ronda, però va agafar ganxos més potents de Benavidez abans de la campana.
“Esperava noquejar-lo, però quan el vaig colpejar amb el primer tir de Déu, Sabia que no duraria,” va dir Benavidez. “Vaig intentar avançar-me, però aquesta nit no era necessari.”
Benavidez va perdre poc temps a la segona volta, oferint cops de poder que van posar Love en la carrera. Benavidez va atrapar Love amb una combinació neta a les cordes que va sorprendre Love i va obligar l'àrbitre Laurence Cole a saltar i aturar el combat. 1:14 en la segona ronda, mentre Benavidez va començar a llançar combos furiosos.
“Estava fent els seus trets, però no crec que estigués agafant massa càstig,” va dir Amor. “No estava completament fora del joc, però em va atrapar amb un parell de bons tirs.”
Després de la baralla, Benavidez va posar els seus ulls en el campió de pes súper mitjà del CMB Anthony Dirrell, que va assistir a la baralla.
“Vaig veure Anthony Dirrell amb el cinturó del CMB. No es pot dir campió fins que no lluiti amb mi. Aquest és el meu cinturó. Vaig a buscar-ho. És meu.”
L'acció addicional va comptar amb l'antic campió de pes gallo Luis Nery (29-0, 23 KOs) derrocar l'antic campió McJoe Arroyo (18-3, 8 KOs) quatre vegades en el seu camí cap a una victòria a la cinquena ronda per parada als seus Estats Units. debut.
“Som dos grans lluitadors que vam estar aquí per fer un espectacle,” va dir en Nery. “Això és el que heu d'esperar dels lluitadors del nostre calibre. Estic content de començar amb el peu correcte aquí als meus Estats Units. debutar i demostrar a tothom que encara sóc el millor en pes gallo.”
Nery va perseguir Arroyo des de la campana inicial, llançant grans cops de potència que obligaven al seu oponent a lluitar contra el seu peu posterior. Amb 45 queden segons a la segona ronda, Nery va anotar la seva primera derrota amb una esquerra que el va sorprendre i una combinació de seguiment que va posar Arroyo a la lona.
Arroyo no va poder evitar que Nery s'apropés i va tornar a colpejar la catifa al final de la tercera ronda., ja que un ample ganxo d'esquerra va fer mal a Arroyo abans de ser abatut per una ràfega que va seguir. Els problemes van continuar per a Arroyo a la quarta ronda, ja que va ser tombat dues vegades més en el minut final de la ronda.
“Mai em vaig sentir com si estigués atordit ni res, només eren cops durs,” va dir Arroyo. “Vaig baixar però vaig tornar a pujar. Si fos per mi, hauria continuat. He de respectar el meu rival pel seu rendiment. Aquest no és el final de la meva carrera. L'he vist lluitar abans, però em va sorprendre el seu poder. Era la seva nit aquesta nit.”
Després de la quarta ronda, El córner d'Arroyo va aturar el combat, fent l'aturada oficial 10 segons a la cinquena ronda. Nery va dominar el combat, fora aterrant Arroyo 87 a 36, mentre que l'aterratge 44 per cent dels seus cops de poder.
“Entrenarem dur i esperem que al juny, tornarem a tenir el cinturó,” va dir en Nery. “Vull recuperar el meu cinturó, després unificar la divisió.”
El combat d'obertura de pagament per visió va veure com el favorit dels fans de pes pesat Chris Arreola (38-5-1, 33 KOs) anotar una aturada de la tercera ronda sobre un invicte anteriorment Jean Pierre Augustin (17-1-1, 12 KOs).
“L'Augustin és un nen famolenc que va intentar fer-me un nom,” , Va dir Arreola. “Perdo i estic fora, però no surto. El vaig tocar un parell de vegades i vaig veure que estava ferit. Em vaig quedar tranquil i va arribar l'aturada.”
Després de començar a vessar sang del nas d'Arreola cap al final de la segona ronda, la Ribera, El nadiu de Califòrnia va començar ràpidament a la tercera ronda, connectant amb una recta a l'esquerra que va sorprendre Augustin i gairebé el va enviar a la lona en els primers segons.
A mesura que avançava la ronda, Augustin va intentar aguantar i moure's per recuperar la compostura, però finalment va ser atrapat amb una ràfega a la cantonada neutra que el va posar a la lona. Mentre es va aixecar i va poder continuar, una altra ràfega al racó d'Agustí, inclosa una gran esquerra, finalment va obligar l'àrbitre Neal Young a aturar la baralla 2:03 a la tercera ronda.
“Cada lluitador sent que pot continuar, però és el que és, està fora del meu control,” va dir l'Agustí. “Vaig quedar més sorprès que ferit, però em va saltar damunt i va acabar.”
A la ronda final dominant va aterrar Arreola 18 de 30 cops de poder, en comparació amb només tres cops de puny aterrats a la ronda per Augustin.
“M'encanta la lluita contra,” , Va dir Arreola. “Tots dos estàvem intentant colpejar-nos els uns als altres i m'encanta. Tinc la sort de ser un lluitador.”
Precedint el pagament per visualització, PBC Prelims a FS1 va comptar amb l'antic campió de pes pesat Charles Martin (26-2-1. 23 KOs) guanyar per desqualificació contra invictes anteriorment Gregory Corbin (15-1, 9 KOs) a la vuitena ronda del seu enfrontament. Després de restar un punt a Corbin a la quarta ronda, cinc i sis per cops baixos, L'àrbitre Mark Calo-oy va aturar el combat a la vuitena ronda després d'un altre cop baix. Va arribar l'hora oficial de la desqualificació 53 segons a la vuitena ronda.
“No crec que realment volia lluitar, volia colpejar-me baix i veure quant se'n podia sortir,” va dir Martin. “Vaig sentir que ja no volia participar més.”
“És el que és, Vaig pensar que l'estava colpejant al cinturó,” va dir en Corbin. “Volíem anar al cos, Vaig pensar que estava cansat. El vaig fer mal una vegada, però els cops baixos ho van fer per mi.”
“Tornem al campament, prendre uns dies de descans i després tornar a la feina,” va dir Martin. “Estem ocupats el 2019.”
L'esdeveniment va ser promogut per Man Down Promotions i Garcia Promotions, en associació amb TGB Promotions i Ringstar Sports
El campió de pes welter Spence Jr. & El campió del món de quatre divisions Garcia encapçala PBC a l'esdeveniment de pagament per visualització de FOX Sports aquest dissabte des d'AT&Estadi T d'Arlington, Texas
“El castigaré i li faré desitjar que hagi seguit el consell del seu germà per no prendre aquesta lluita,” – Spence
“Aconseguir aquesta victòria deixarà per sempre el meu nom als llibres d'història. Cap altre lluitador s'atreveix a fer el que estic fent,” – García
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ARLINGTON, TX. (Març 13, 2019) – Campió del món invicte de pes welter de la FIBErrol Spence Jr. i campió invicte de quatre divisions Mikey García va anar cara a cara a AT&Estadi T d'Arlington, Texas dimecres a la conferència de premsa final abans d'anar cara a cara al mateix lloc aquest dissabte en un esdeveniment de pagament per visualització de Premier Boxing Champions a FOX Sports.
Spence i Garcia van compartir els seus pensaments sobre l'esdeveniment tan esperat de dissabte i van fer fotos per als mitjans assistents abans d'aquest esdeveniment històric..
Entrades per a l'acte de dissabte, que està impulsat per Man Down Promotions i Garcia Promotions, en associació amb TGB Promotions i Ringstar Sports, estan a la venda, i es pot comprar a SeatGeek.com, el proveïdor oficial de bitllets d'AT&Estadi T.
Això és el que els participants en la conferència de premsa havien de dir dimecres:
ERROL SPENCE JR.
“Aquest és un somni fet realitat lluitar a la meva ciutat natal a AT&Estadi T. No puc esperar per fer una gran actuació. Veient la cara d'en Mikey avui aquí, m'ha donat més gana que mai de fer una gran actuació
“La diferència de mida no importarà. Habilitat per habilitat i talent per talent, Sóc més dominant que ell en tots els aspectes. El guanyaré en qualsevol cosa que vulgui fer. Sobre el paper és l'oponent més dur fins ara, però un cop pugem al ring ho descobrirem.
“No crec que ningú tingui el poder de noquejar-me. No permetem aquest tipus de mentalitat al camp d'entrenament. Espero que ho intenti.
“Se suposa que Mikey pensa que guanyarà aquesta lluita. Em va cridar, així que òbviament pensen que veuen alguna cosa. M'alegro que tingui tanta confiança com jo. Espero que mantingui la mateixa energia dins del ring.
“El nostre camp d'entrenament, entrenem per a un dur 12 lluita rodona. Ens preparem per a una baralla contundent. Si el noqueo abans d'hora, llavors això és un avantatge. Hem entrenat per a la distància perquè sabem que pot passar qualsevol cosa en una baralla.
“Sempre estic tranquil, això només és el meu comportament. Podria parlar amb Mikey Garcia al vestidor abans de la baralla i després sortir i treure-li el cap. Sempre estic en marxa. Naturalment sóc així. Fa vuit setmanes que estic preparat per anar-hi. Estic cansat de veure'l i estic preparat per a la nit de lluita.
“No em puc preocupar pel que Mikey veu en mi. Vaig deixar que el meu entrenador es preocupés per això. Tothom creu que veu alguna cosa a l'exterior, però és molt més difícil un cop estàs al ring.
“Aquesta victòria em fa ser el número u de lliura per lliura. Mikey té un gran registre i una gran base de fans i tinc ganes de guanyar aquesta lluita em converteix en una estrella. Tothom vol ocupar el lloc de Floyd Mayweather com a cara de la boxa, i això em posa en el bon camí per convertir-me en la cara de la boxa i el millor lluitador del món.
“Aquesta és una lluita llegendària. Aquí és on veiem de què estan fets els lluitadors. Hi ha hagut moltes baralles fantàstiques quan els nois petits van arribar i van vèncer a un lluitador més gran. Mai no pots cancel·lar el petit. Aquesta serà una lluita dura.
“Sé que sóc el millor lluitador del món i ho mostraré dissabte a la nit. El castigaré i li faré desitjar que hagi seguit el consell del seu germà de no acceptar aquesta baralla.”
MIKEY GARCIA
“Tinc totes les eines i totes les habilitats necessàries per vèncer a Errol Spence Jr. Quan es tracta de temps, velocitat, reflexos i defensa, ho dius, estic millor.
“Aquí a Texas, és com una segona casa. He guanyat dos títols mundials aquí. Tenir un gran suport dels fans a la gran arribada va ser un moment especial per a mi.
“He d'anar-hi dissabte a la nit i mostrar per què vaig triar aquesta lluita. Vull fer història i aquesta és la que m'hi portarà.
“Estic preparat per fer el que sigui necessari per guanyar aquesta lluita. Hem entrenat molt dur. Podem anar 12 rondes segur. Però, si tinc l'oportunitat de fer mal al meu oponent, Definitivament vaig a saltar sobre ell i aconseguir el nocaut.
“Dissabte nit, L'Errol esbrinarà per què vaig triar aquesta baralla. Tots els meus oponents diuen que no veuen res especial quan em miren, fins que entren al ring.
“Sé el que he de fer la nit de lluita. Conec tota la feina que he fet. No vaig posar tot aquest esforç en res. Dissabte nit, He d'executar. Un cop entro al ring, aquest interruptor s'encendrà.
“He de lluitar contra la millor lluita de la meva vida. Si no ho faig, aleshores no puc superar el repte. No guanyes una baralla amb la mida i el pes. Lluitem intel·ligents, lluitem intel·ligentment i triem els nostres trets. Hi ha molts factors. Així és com guanyo aquesta lluita.
“Aconseguir aquesta victòria deixarà per sempre el meu nom als llibres d'història. Cap altre lluitador s'atreveix a fer el que estic fent. Estic aquí per fer història i aquesta lluita ho fa. Aquesta lluita tracta de grans reptes i obstacles.
“Tota l'atenció i el brunzit d'aquesta lluita és real. No sol tenir una baralla com aquesta. Campions invictes en el seu millor moment enfrontats. Si vols ser testimoni de la història, millor comprar una entrada o el pay-per-view.”
Derrick James, Entrenador de Spence
“Pujar a l'escenari avui, va ser com una nit de baralla. Sento el que senten Errol i Mikey. És l'hora d'anar per aquests dos nois.
“Mikey Garcia és un gran oponent, però no deixa de ser un rival més. Anem a entrar allà i mostrar-li per què estem millors. Errol se sent molt bé, així que jo també ho sóc.
“La intel·ligència de l'anell és sens dubte un dels millors atributs de Mikey. Però mai ha estat al ring amb Errol. Errol ha estat al ring lluitant amb Floyd Mayweather abans i no crec que Mikey tingui la mateixa intel·ligència del ring que ell.
“Errol sap què hauria de fer i què no hauria de fer durant la setmana de lluita. El dissabte a la nit estarà preparat.”
ROBERT GARCIA, El germà de Garcia & Entrenador
“Això no només ens ho han dit tots els nostres socis de sparring, però els seus oponents sempre diuen el mateix. Un cop estiguin al ring, s'adonen del fort que colpeja Mikey i del fort que és. Spence no ho sap, però dissabte ho sabrà.
“Molts lluitadors tenen problemes amb zurts com Spence, però Mikey té molta experiència enfrontant-se a esquerrans i estic segur que això no serà un factor.
“L'estil de Spence és bastant bàsic, així que no és massa difícil trobar socis d'esparc per emular-lo. Spence ho fa tot bé, igual que Mikey. Des del punt de vista de la preparació, el seu estil no és un gran repte.
“No només ens hem enfrontat a socis de sparring habituals. Tenen experiència, lluitadors talentosos i invictes. S'enfronta a pesos mitjans per preparar-se per a aquest i sé que ho serà.”
Spence vs. Garcia és un campió de boxa Premier a l'esdeveniment Pay-Per-View de FOX Sports que està encapçalat pel campió del món invicte de pes welter de la FIB Errol Spence Jr.. defensant el seu títol contra el campió mundial de quatre divisions Mikey Garcia dissabte, Març 16 de l'AT&Estadi T d'Arlington, Texas.
El PBC de la targeta de pagament per visualització de FOX Sports comença a les 9 p.m. ET / 6 pm. PT i comptarà amb l'excampió de pes súper mitjà invicte David Benavidez lluitant contra el veterà contendent J'Leon Love, L'excampió invicte de pes gallo Luis Nery enfrontant-se a l'excampió McJoe Arroyo i el favorit dels fans Chris Arreola davant l'imvicte Jean Pierre Augustin.
Les preliminars de FS1 i FOX Deportes comencen a les 8 p.m. ET / 5 PM. PT amb l'antic campió del món de pes pesat Charles Martin enfrontant-se a l'imvicte nadiu de Dallas Gregory Corbin.
Spence vs. Garcia es mostrarà a les pantalles grans de tot el país a través de FathomEvents. Les entrades es poden comprar en línia a www.FathomEvents.com oa les taquilles del teatre participants.
Sobre AT&Estadi T: AT&T Stadium és un dels més grans, llocs d'entreteniment més avançats tecnològicament del món. Dissenyat per HKS i construït per Manhattan Construction, la $1.2 L'estadi mil milions compta amb dos arcs monumentals, el clúster de plaques de vídeo HDTV més gran del món, un sostre retràctil expansiu i les portes de zones finals retràctils més grans del món. Les característiques de l'estadi inclouen seients 80,000 i ampliabilitat fins a 100,000, sobre 300 suites de luxe, seients del club a diversos nivells i la botiga professional dels Dallas Cowboys, obert al públic tot l'any. L'estadi també acull una col·lecció d'art contemporani de primer nivell, compost per més 50 peces d'una sèrie internacional d'artistes comissariats exposades a les parets i als grans espais públics del recinte. A més de ser la llar dels Dallas Cowboys des de la seva obertura 2009, l'estadi ha acollit el Super Bowl XLV, la 2010 NBA All Star Game, la 2014 Final Four de bàsquet masculí de la NCAA, la 2015 Joc de campionat nacional de playoffs de futbol universitari i el clàssic anual de Goodyear Cotton Bowl. El recinte també ha acollit futbol de secundària i universitat, concerts, lluites del campionat, partits internacionals de futbol, i altres esdeveniments especials. Per obtenir més informació, anar a www.attstadium.com.
