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KENNETH SIMS JR. RETURNS THIS SATURDAY AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
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NEW YORK (April 23, 2015) – Gary Shaw Productions ubeseiret Jr. Weltervekt prospektet, Kenneth Sims Jr. (5-0, 2 KOs) will return to the ring this Saturday at the Madison Square Garden Theater on the undercard of Klitschko vs. Jennings. Sims Jr. will face veteran Luis Rodriguez (3-2, 2 KOs) in a 6-round bout.
Kenneth Sims Jr. was a chief sparring partner for Manny Pacquiao, getting him ready for his super fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. He’ll look to use that experience against Rodriguez, and impress those in attendance with a great performance.
“I’m coming off a great training camp with Manny Pacquiao, where I gained invaluable experience,” said Kenneth Sims Jr. “I learned a lot from one of the greatest fighters of all time. I’m going into this fight with a tremendous amount of confidence. I’m going to be throwing a lot of hard punches with precise accuracy. I want to thank Gary Shaw for giving me another wonderful opportunity to showcase my skills on the big stage. Fighting at Madison Square Garden is a dream come true.”
“Kenneth has shown me he wants to take his career to new heights,” Gary Shaw sa. “The fact the Team Pacquiao wanted him in camp says it all. He’s got a lot of God given talent and I’m very happy with his development. I encourage everyone to show up early top get a glimpse of a future star.”
50-YEAR OLD “BRONCO” BILLY WRIGHT COMPLETES 500 MILE TREK FOR CHARITY
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LAS VEGAS, NV (April 22, 2015) – After trekking a remarkable 500 miles from Las Vegas, Nevada to Phoenix, Arizona, 50-year heavyweight contender (WBC #17), Bronco Billy Wright (47-4, 38 KOs), has a message to send to the boxing community and the heavyweight division.
“I did this 500 mile “Trek for Cures”, Run, Walk and Ride to help raise money for charities that are close to my heart,” sa Bronco Billy Wright. “In addition I wanted to send a message to the heavyweight division, letting everyone rated in the WBC top 15 know that I’m a serious athlete coming for their rankings. My next fight will be announced shortly, and my goal is to take out everyone in my path. I don’t think there is a heavyweight out there that can handle my power. I humbly want to thank the WBC Cares and everyone who supported me during this journey.
The trek ended at the Central Boxing Club in downtown Phoenix, where Bronco Billy was greeted by its members, which included undefeated super-lightweight Jose Benavidez Jr. (22-0, 15 KOs) bl.a..
“The fighters and coaches at the Central Boxing Club were gracious enough to let me end my trek at their gym and it was fantastic.” Bronco Billy Wright fort. “There were some local TV cameras there to talk about my story. It was a great success and I’m ready to begin my march toward the heavyweight championship of the world.”
Billy currently holds the WBC LATIN AMERICAN, FECARBOX , and United States (USNBC) Sølv titler. Right now Bronco Billy is riding a 18-fight knockout streak, 14 of which came by first round KO. With a few more first round knockouts he’ll break Shannon Briggs world record. Look for Bronco Billy to make his return to the ring this summer.
Two-time world champion Steve “USS” Cunningham signs with Al Haymon
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John Thompson reflects on Boxcino semifinal win and looks forward towards the final on May 22
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Bryant Jennings Arrives in NYC for Klitschko Clash
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Photo by Edward Jackson / Gary Shaw Productions
NEW YORK (April 20, 2015) – Gary Shaw Productions undefeated heavyweight contender, Bryant “Av-By” Jennings (19-0, 10 KOs) has arrived in New York City for his upcoming championship bout against Wladimir Klitschko (63-3, 53 KOs).
KLITSCHKO vs. JENNINGS is presented by K2 Promotions og Klitschko Management Group i tilknytning Gary Shaw Productions and will be televised Live on HBO World Championship Boxing®beginning at 10:00 pm. OG/PT in the United States and RTL in Germany.
ALI vs. SANTANA is presented by K2 Promotions in association with Gary Shaw Productions og Gylne Boy Promotions.
Billetter priset til $1000, $600, $300, $200 og $100 may be purchased through the Madison Square Garden Box Office, www.TheGarden.com ogwww.Ticketmaster.com.
“BRONCO” BILLY WRIGHT TO TREK 500 MILES FOR CHARITY
LAS VEGAS, NV (April 8, 2015) – 50-year heavyweight contender (WBC #17),Bronco Billy Wright (47-4, 38 KOs), will embark on an incredible 500 mile trek from Las Vegas, through the Grand Canyon, and into the Phoenix, Arizona area. Titled “Trek for Cures,” Bronco Billy’s goal is to raise $50,000 to continue the fight to find a cure for cancer. I tillegg, he wants to send a message to the boxing world, more specifically the heavyweight division. The trek will consist of walking, running and bike riding. To help Bronco Billy reach his goal, please KLIKK HER.
“On April 8th I begin a 500 mile Run, Walk and Ride to kick off training camp and to raise money for some charities. This Trek is important to me for many reasons and I am grateful for the support of my family, my team, my friends and all of my supporters. This Trek will last approximately two weeks where we will run, walk and ride from Las Vegas, to the Grand Canyon, and then down to the Phoenix area where we will begin fight camp and training for my upcoming fights. Anyone may join me for any part of the trek. Just contact us and we will schedule where you may join the trek. Any support you give is greatly appreciated. I want everyone to know that I am extremely committed to becoming Heavyweight Champion of the World and this is one of many steps I will be taking to show you. Igjen, thank you for your support. I am grateful.” – Bronco Billy Wright
Boxcino 2015 Jr. Mellomvekt og Heavyweight semifinalen skal holdes på fredag, April 10 på Sands Casino Resort i Betlehem, PA
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McRae til ansikt ubeseiret Charles Martin for NABO Tittel på Klitschko-Jennings undercard!
Laurbær, MD (Mars 25, 2015) – Heavyweight hopeful Dwayne “Big Ticket” McRae will have the opportunity to move up the rankings when he battles unbeaten and highly touted NABO champion Charles Martin in a ten round championship match Lørdag, April 25 på Madison Square Garden.
Kampen finner sted før den etterlengtede verden tungvektstittelen kamp mellom enhetlig mester Wladimir Klitshcko og ubeseiret kandidat Bryant Jennings. Billetter kan kjøpes på Ticketmaster.com eller ved å ringe 866-858-0008.
Stammer fra Laurel, MD, McRae har en solid 15-3 profesjonell hovedbok med 8 vinner på knockout. Fighting under Mastermind Boxing banner, McRae er ubeseiret på sine siste seks, og har kun tapt én gang i løpet av de siste fem årene. Selv om de fleste av sine kamper har funnet sted i Maryland, Washington, DC og Virginia, 34-åringen hadde vært lobbyvirksomhet for en bout mot en topp hakk fiende.
Regnes som en av USAs skarpeste og raskeste stigende tungvektere, Martin er en fremragende 20-0-1 med 18 knockouts. Født i St. Louis, MO og basert ut av Los Angeles, SLIK AS, Martins avsporet tre tidligere ubeseiret fiender i Vincent Thompson (13-0), Glendy Hernandez (10-0) og Alexander Flores (14-0), stoppe den senere skulle bli NABO mester. Han eier også en andre runde knockout i løpet av tidligere verdensmester amatørmesteren Joey Dawejko, som siden har scoret seks strake seire.
"Dette er en flott mulighet for min karriere,"Sa McRae. "I mine øyne, Jeg er også ubeseiret siden begge mine beslutning tapene var kontroversiell, og den andre kampen ble stoppet urettferdig, så min posisjon bør være lik hans. "
McRae er også overbevist om at denne kampen kommer til å bringe ham til neste nivå basert på hva han har sett av Martin, den WBO sin #4 og IBF s #6 rankert.
"Han er en anstendig fighter, men jeg fikk ikke se noe spektakulært. Jeg vet hva jeg kan gjøre der inne, og det er langt viktigere enn offisielt å ha en 0 på slutten av min rekord. Når to jagerfly komme i ringen uansett hvem som er ment å være det neste store fighter eller ikke, alt kan skje, og dette er min tid til å vise alle hva jeg virkelig gjort av!"
Den McRae-Martin bout kan vises som en del av den internasjonale telecast. Mer informasjon vil følge.
Bellator MMA signs wrestling star Bobby Lashley to a long-term contract extension
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Photo Credit Bellator MMA / Eric Coleman
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Mars 20, 2015) – Bellator MMA announced today that superstar heavyweight Bobby Lashley (12-2) har inngått en langsiktig kontraktsforlengelse med promotering. Lashley is a perfect 2-0 under Bellator banner, og 10 av hans 12 seirene har kommet i form av stans.
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Om Bellator MMA
Bellator MMA er en ledende Mixed Martial Arts organisasjon med mange av de beste krigerne i verden. Under ledelse av veteran kampen promoter Scott Coker, Bellator er tilgjengelig for nesten 400 million hjem over hele verden i løpet av 120 land. I USA, Bellator kan sees på Spike TV, MMA TV leder. Bellator MMA består av en utøvende team som inkluderer topp fagfolk i TV-produksjon, live event orkestre, fighter utvikling / relasjoner, spillested anskaffelser, sponsing skapelse / utvikling, internasjonal lisensiering, markedsføring, annonsering, publisitet og provisjons relasjoner. Bellator er basert i Santa Monica, California og eies av underholdningsgiganten Viacom, hjem til verdens fremste underholdnings merkevarer som kobler med publikum gjennom overbevisende innhold på TV, film, nett og mobile plattformer.
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