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George “El YuYu” Acosta Speaks on Career Defining Win Against Gadwin Rosa

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LOS ANGELES, XWS LI (Tej zaum 10, 2021) – Thompson Boxing Promotions’ super featherweight prospect, George “El Yuyu” Acosta (12-1, 1 KO), picked a career-defining win this past Friday, Tej zaum 7, 2021, as he defeated Gadwin Rosa(11-2, 9 Kos), at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, IBCE. Nrog lub yeej, Acosta captured the vacant WBA Fedecentro Super Featherweight title. Cov kev tshwm sim tau nce los ntawm All-Star Boxing and televised by Telemundo.

“I’m ready to step up and challenge all the top contenders at 130 phaus,” said Acosta. “I have never been one to call out names, but I know that I am deserving of a high-profile fight. I have fought above my weight for most of my career and took this fight on late notice and got the victory. I am ready for anyone and anything and am grateful to Thompson Boxing for believing in me.”

“We’re so proud of George Acosta,” were the first words of promoter Ken Thompson, “Acosta has been in tough early in his career, and now has found a weight class he is supremely confident in. I see Acosta as a fighter who will be getting a big fights as he marches on at super featherweight.”

“George Acosta has grown as a boxer and is the perfect example of a Thompson Boxing fighter,"Hais tias Alex Camponovo, Thompson Boxing’s general manager. “George has faced tough competition and learned from a loss, and now he is one of the exciting up-and-comers of Thompson Boxing. We are immensely proud of George.”

“I know that it takes a team to get to the next level and it also takes experience,” concluded Acosta. “I am 24-years-old, and I am right where I need to be. I have never been a disrespectful fighter. I do not call people out, or disrespect them, but I want people to know I am ready to fight anyone. I believe in my team and my promoter, and know good things are coming my way.”

George Acosta won by the following scores 96-94, 97-93 thiab 98-92, as he defeated Gadwin Rosa by unanimous decision.
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Power Puncher “El Explosivo” Miguel Madueño (22-0, 20 Kos) Makes USA Debut on Thompson’s 3.2.1. Boxing

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CORONA, XWS LI (Plaub Hlis Ntuj 13, 2021) - Thompson Boxing Promotions returns on Sunday, Plaub Hlis Ntuj 18th, 2021, with yet another action-packed night of fights as 3.2.1. Boxing returns with three exciting bouts. Former super lightweight world title contender, Peter “Zar” Petrov (41-6-2, 22 Kos), who was scheduled to open up the show, is now off the card.

The 8-round main event featuring Ruben “Ace” Torres (14-0, 11 Kos) vs. Diego Contreras (11-3, 5 Kos), will remain intact. The 8-round co-main event will now showcase Mexican power puncher, Miguel “El Explosivo” Madueño (22-0, 20 Kos) vs. Bergman Aguilar (15-6-1, 5 Kos). The opening bout will stage TBP’s George “El YuYu” Acosta (10-1, 1 KO) vs. Edgar “Pito Lupillo” Ramirez (17-16-1, 14 Kos) in super lightweight bout scheduled for 6-rounds.


The free stream will air live on the Thompson Boxing Promotions website (www.thompsonboxing.com), li zoo li lawv Facebook thiab YouTube
pages. 3.2.1. Boxing will take place at the Omega Products International Event Center nyob rau hauv Corona, XWS LI, and will start at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. THIAB.


Madueño, who hails from Guasave, Mexico, will be making his USA debut. The knockout artist possesses power in both hands and promises to display ferociousness in the ring this Sunday.

“I want to make my USA debut a memorable day, showcasing an immense display of speed and power that God has blessed me with,” said Miguel Madueño, who is coming to U.S. soil for the first time will make his home in Santa Fe Springs, XWS LI. “Anyone who has seen me fight, knows I like to throw a lot of power punches. I can’t wait to get going against Aguilar this Sunday afternoon.”


“We’re thrilled to show the world the talents of Madueño,” said promoter Ken Thompson. “It’s unfortunate that Petr Petrov couldn’t make it to the States, but we feel we have a fantastic bout to fill in the slot.”

“Everyone should be tuning in to see this kid Madueño,"Hais tias Alex Camponovo, Thompson Boxing’s general manager and creator of 3.2.1 Boxing. “We have been forced to delay his American debut due to the pandemic and I am sure he will make the bet of the opportunity that just opened up for him.”


Beto Duran will operate as the blow-by-blow commentator with expert commentary by Doug Fischer thiab Steve Kim. Jessica Rosales will serve as the onsite ringside reporter.

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Undefeated Tramaine “The Mighty Midget” Williams Makes major statement, KO’s William Gonzalez in round 1 “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” in Long Beach

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OFFICIAL RESULTS FROM THE QUEEN MARY IN LONG BEACH

The beginning for Tramaine Williams (L)…..
(all pictures by Samuel Valdivia / Samieedotcom)

LONG BEACH, California. (Lub Xya hli ntuj 30, 2017) – Undefeated featherweight prospect Tramaine “The Mighty Midget” Williams made a major statement last night (Saturday, Lub Xya hli ntuj 29), dropping former world title challenger William “Chirizo” Gonzalez three times in the opening round of a sensational performance in the “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing” Rumble on the Water 2″ ntsiab kev tshwm sim, which aired live on CBS Sports Network from The Queen Mary’s outdoor venue in Long Beach, California.

“KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” was presented by Black Tree, and promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions, in association with KO Night Boxing LLC and Roc Nation Sports.
…..and the end for William Gonzalez
The 5′ 4″ Williams (12-0, 5 Kos), fighting out of New Haven (I), exploded with pin-point accuracy, also displaying his new-found power, dropping Gonzalez 30-8, 26 Kos), of Nicaragua, three time in the first round. The crafty southpaw finished off his more experienced opponent with a perfectly placed right-left combination, right on the button, for his third and final knockdown. Referee Raul Caiz, Jr. waved off the action, not bothering to count, as Gonzalez lay vertical on his back in dire straits.
“I prepared well for this fight and anything can happen when I work hard,” Williams remarked after his third consecutive knockout victory. “I felt his power early with a body shot but I stayed focused.
“I can deal with anybody in my division. I want to fight Lee Selby (IBF featherweight world champion), or any of the world champions, but none will fight me. I really want Gary Russell (WBC champion); Kuv nyob ntawm no, Gary. It’ll be target practice for me.”
Nyob rau hauv lub co-feature, highly touted super middleweight prospect Junior “The Young God” Younan (13-0, 9 Kos) tseem undefeated, winning a close eight-round decision against tough Mike “Lub menace” Guy, ntawm Sacramento (XWS LI), the former California State champion. (9-3-1, 5 Kos) Guy was penalized a point for tossing Younan to the mat at the end of round six or the result would have been a majority draw.
In his first eight-round fight, the 21-year-old Younan gained invaluable experience fighting the non-stop Guy, who kept coming forward, throwing punches from all angles, at his Brooklyn opponent.

Junior Younan (R) had a learning experience in victory against Mike Guy
“You can’t learn if you don’t go rounds,” Younan correctly noted after the fight. “I’m only going to improve. Guy kept moving forward the entire fight. There were a couple of things that bothered me, but I went eight hard rounds and won. Thank you to Mike Guy for that.”
Former Winthrop College (SC) basketball neeg uas ua ntawv Jonnie Rice (7-2-1, 4 Kos), fighting out of Los Angeles, opened the televised broadcast with a convincing six-round unanimous decision over Rodney “King Corso” Hernandez (10-6-2, 2 Kos), ntawm Fresno (XWS LI).
“I thought I did real well against a good opponent,” former power forward Rice said after the fight “He’s an athlete, getting better each fight. He’s not the same fighter he was a year ago. I’m becoming more strategic, working on my jab to get better. Basketball players need good footwork like Chris Paul and Lebron James. I’m working to bring my footwork from basketball to boxing,”
Hometown nyiam Raul Calderon (1-0) pitched a shutout over Eric Gomez (0-1), winning a four-round unanimous decision (40-36 X 3), in a battle of pro-debuting Californians. In the walkout-fight, Los Angeles featherweight Sergio “El Nino” Quiroz kho kom 4-0 with a four-round unanimous decision over Lupe Arrotyo (2-7).
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RAUG RAWS NTAUB NTAWV TAU
MAIN kev tshwm sim – FEATHERWEIGHTS
Tramaine Williams (12-0, 5 Kos), New Haven, I
WKO1 (1:34)
William Gonzalez (30-8 (26 Kos), Managua, Nicaragua
CO-FEATURE – SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHTS
Junior Younan (13-0, 9 Kos), Brooklyn, NY
WDEC8 (78-73, 786-75, 76-75)
‘Mike Guy (9-3-1, 5 Kos), Sacramento, XWS LI
Heavyweights
Jonnie Rice (7-2-1, 4 Kos), Los Angeles, XWS LI
WDEC6 (59-565, 59-56, 58-56)
Rodney Hernandez (10-6-2, 2 Kos), Fresno, XWS LI
WELTERWEIGHTS
Raul Calderon (1-0), Long Beach, XWS LI
WDEC4 (40-36, 40-36, 40-36)
Eric Gomez (0-1), Raug Ana, XWS LI
FEATHERWEIGHTS
Sergio Quiroz (4-0), Los Angeles, XWS LI
WDEC4 (40-36, 39-37, 39-37)
Lupe Arroyo (2-7), Huntington Beach, XWS LI
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Undefeated Brooklyn light heavyweight prospect Junior “The Young God” Younan to be showcased in “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” co-feature

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Lub Xya hli ntuj 29 on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary
Junior Younan
(photo courtesy of Roc Nation Sports)

LONG BEACH. California.

(Lub Xya hli ntuj 24, 2017) – Former junior boxing prodigy and undefeated professional prospect, undefeated Junior “The Young God” Younan, will be showcased in the “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” co-feature no hnub vas xaum (Lub Xya hli ntuj 29), airing (10 p.m. THIAB / 7 p.m. PT) on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary’s outdoor venue in Long Beach, California. The Queen Mary will be hosting its first pro boxing show.

The 21-year-old Younan (12-0, 9 Kos), sib ntaus sib tua tawm ntawm Brooklyn, takes on former USA California super middleweight champion Mike Guy (9-2-1, 5 Kos), ntawm Sacramento (XWS LI), in the eight-round co-featured event.
“This will be a coming out party for me,” Younan said. “I’m going to go out there and try to make a statement. It’s been a great start to the year – it’s my third fight this year – and I feel like I’m getting better and better each one.”
In the night’s 10-round main event, undefeated featherweight prospect Tramaine “The Mighty Midget” Williams (11-0, 4 Kos), New Haven (I), squares off against former world title challenger William “Chirizo” Gonzalez (30-7, 26 Kos), of Nicaragua.
“KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2”, presented by Black Tree, is promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions, in association with KO Night Boxing LLC and Roc Nation Sports.
Fighting under the Roc Nation banner, Younan was a highly-decorated amateur boxer, compiling an outstanding 90-5 cov ntaub ntawv. Given his success, Younan elected to turn pro in 2013 as an 18-year-old, rather than wait several years for an opportunity to qualify for the U.S. Olympic Boxing Team.
Younan started boxing competitively as an eight-year-old and, tsuas two years later, The New York Times crowned him a “boxing prodigy”. During his impressive amateur career, he collected several belts, medals and awards, including nine championship performances in the Junior Olympics as well as the Junior Metros, eight in the New York State Silver Gloves, and five more in the Regional Silver Gloves. He was also a four-time National Silver Gloves recipient, three-time Ringside World winner, three-time National PAL, and two-time National Junior Golden Gloves champion. Nyob rau hauv 2011, he was crowned the National Junior Golden Gloves champion, in addition to being USA Boxing’s No. 1-rated junior boxer in his weight class.

Nagging injuries somewhat curtailed Younan’s development, limiting him to one fight in 2015. After a nine-month layoff, he returned triumphantly on March 26, 2016 to defeat Cristian Solorzano, ntawm Sonora, Mexico, on the Andre Ward vs. Sullivan Barrera undercard at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. With a win by way of a four-round unanimous decision, Younan improved his unblemished record to 8-0.

Three of Younan’s last four fights have ended in the opening round, including his most recent on Lub rau hli ntuj 17 on the Andre Ward-Sergey Kovalev 2 undercard at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The Brooklyn bomber made quick work of the Hungarian veteran Zoltan Sera (28-14, 20 Kos) nyob rau ntawm lub 1:39 cim.

“It was an amazing experience for me as a 21-year-old to fight in Vegas on Andre Ward’s card,” Younan added. “Coming off that knockout, I have great momentum and confidence heading into this fight. I can’t wait.”
California heavyweights Rodney Hernandez (10-5-2, 2 Kos), of Modesto, and Los Angeles’ Jonnie Rice (6-2-1, 4 Kos), a former Winthrop College (SC) basketball neeg uas ua ntawv, will open the televised segment of the card in a six-round bout.
Fighting on the undercard in four-round matches are Los Angeles featherweight Sergio “El Nino” Quiroz (3-0) vs. Lupe Arroyo (2-0), ntawm Huntington Beach (XWS LI), Whittier (XWS LI) sib George Acosta (2-0), and pro-debuting welterweights Eric Gomez, of Santa Ana (XWS LI), and Long Beach’s Raul Calderon.
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All tickets are priced at $60.00 and on sale to purchase by calling 949.760.3131.
Qhov rooj qhib rau ntawm 5:30 p.m. PT with the opening bout scheduled at 6:30 p.m. PT.
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Undefeated featherweight prospect Tramaine “The Mighty Midget” Williams To headline “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2”

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Lub Xya hli ntuj 29 on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary

LONG BEACH. California. (Lub Xya hli ntuj 13, 2017) – Undefeated featherweight prospect Tramaine “The Mighty Midget” Williams will headline the “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” card, rau Lub Xya hli ntuj 29, to air (10 p.m. THIAB / 7 p.m. PT) on CBS Sports Network, live from The Queen Mary’s outdoor venue in Long Beach, California.
Presented by Black Tree, “KO Hmo ntuj Boxing: Rumble on the Water 2” is promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions, in association with KO Night Boxing LLC and Roc Nation Sports.
Williams (11-0, 4 Kos) ntsej muag Angel “Cov miv” Nkauj hnub nraug hli (12-3-1, 7 Kos) nyob rau hauv lub 10-round ntsiab kev tshwm sim.
“We’re looking forward to partnering with Black Tree, Roy Englebrecht Promotions, Roc Nation Sports and The Queen Mary for another great ‘Knockout Night Boxing’ kev tshwm sim,” KO Night Boxing president John Andersen hais tias. “Tramaine Williams is one of the hottest prospects in boxing and we’re excited to have him fight on another ‘KO Night Boxing’ show.”

After a sizzling start to his pro career, the New Haven, Conn. Native was inactive for nearly two years (2-13-2015) due to out-of-the-ring issues, but bounced back strong in January 2016, signing a promotional contract with Roc Nation Sports.

In his first fight under the Roc Nation Sports banner, Williams dominated Eduardo Garza (6-1) en route to an eight-round unanimous decision.in the CBS Sports Network co-featured event in Wichita, Kansas last March.

In his last fight on the Andre Ward-Sergey Kovalev II card at Mandalay Bay, Williams produced the most signature victory to date, stopping former NABO, WBC US and California State super featherweight champion Christopher Martin (30-8-3) nyob rau hauv lub thib ob puag ncig.

Williams first began boxing at the age of nine, accumulating an impressive record of 97-10 over his amateur career. During that span, he was a ten-time national amateur champion, a two-time Ringside World champion and a four-time Silver Gloves champion. He also was a PAL National Junior Golden Gloves champion.

Nkauj hnub nraug hli, fighting out of the Dominican Republic, is a proven upset specialist having defeated then unbeaten (15-0-1, 11 Kos) Jose Lopez, Lub rau hli ntuj 6, 2015 at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn, by way of a six-round unanimous decision. Lopez is currently the reigning WBO International super featherweight champion.
Former amateur boxing prodigy, undefeated Brooklyn light heavyweight prospect Junior “The Young God” Younan (12-0, 9 Kos), will face an opponent to be determined in the eight-round co-featured event. Also fighting under the Roc Nation banner, the 21-year-old Younan compiled a sterling 90-5 pib xyaum ua cov ntaub ntawv, highlighted by his three-time Ringside World and three-time National PAL championship performances.
A pair of California heavyweights square off in the in the six-round CBSSN opener as Rodney Hernandez (10-5-2, 2 Kos), of Modesto, meets Los Angeles’ Jonnie Rice (6-2-1, 4 Kos), a former Winthrop College (SC) basketball neeg uas ua ntawv.
Fighting on the undercard in four-round matches are Los Angeles featherweight Sergio “El Nino” Quiroz (3-0) vs. Lupe Arroyo (2-0), ntawm Huntington Beach (XWS LI), Whittier (XWS LI) sib George Acosta (2-0), and pro-debuting welterweights Eric Gomez, of Santa Ana (XWS LI), and Long Beach’s Raul Calderon.
Tag nrho cov sib ntaus thiab tua hluav taws yuav raug hloov.
All tickets are priced at $60.00 and on sale to purchase by calling 949.760.3131.
Qhov rooj qhib rau ntawm 5:30 p.m. PT with the opening bout scheduled at 6:30 p.m. PT.
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Twitter: @KONightBoxing