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UNBEATEN AMERICAN HEAVYWEIGHT JERMAINE FRANKLIN TO FACE PAVEL SOUR SATURDAY, Oktobar 5 LIVE ON SHOWTIME® ON UNDERCARD OF CLARESSA SHIELDS vs. IVANA HABAZIN

Više “All DetroitShowdown Between Rising Contender Ja’Rico O’Quinn & James Smith Highlights Non-Televised Undercard Action From Dort Federal Events Center In Flint, mene.

NEW YORK – Septembar 5, 2019 – Undefeated American heavyweight prospect Jermaine Franklinće se suočitiPavel Sour u subotu, Oktobar 5 live on SHOWTIME from Dort Federal Events Center in Flint, mene.

Franklin (19-0, 13 KOs) will make his third consecutive SHOWTIME appearance of 2019 as he seeks a definitive victory less than an hour from his hometown of Saginaw, mene. The 25-year-old will take on once-beaten Czech Republic heavyweight Sour (11-1, 6 KOs) na undercard jedneSHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIJALNO IZDANJE telecast headlined by Claressa Shields vs. Ivana Habazin.

Headlining the non-televised undercard will be anAll Detroitshowdown between crosstown rivals, as West Detroit’sJa’RicoGreat Lakes KingO’Quinn and East Detroit’sDžejms “O.G.” Kovač battle in a 10-round fight for Motown super flyweight supremacy.

Tickets for the live event, koji se promovira Salita Promocije, are on sale now and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com and at the Dort Center box office.

Considered one of the top American heavyweight prospects, Franklin is a former amateur standout and 2014 Državni šampion Zlatnih rukavica. He passed on the opportunity to compete for a spot on the 2016 Olympic Games and, after turning professional in 2015, built his undefeated record with relative ease through his first 17 tuče. U 2019, Franklin stepped up his level of opposition in consecutive fights on SHOWTIME, earning a unanimous decision over former No. 1-rangiran u SAD. amateur Rydell Booker in April, followed by a hard-fought split-decision over Jerry Forrest in July. Sada, the 6-foot-2 Franklin returns for his third bout of the year seeking a conclusive victory for his hometown fans.

This is what I have been waiting for,” rekao je Franklin. “I can’t wait to put a show on in front of my hometown with friends and family in the crowd. I’ve been working on my diet and taking better care of my body since my last fight. I’m focused on not wasting any punches and letting the knockout come naturally, not pushing for it. I’m going to be better conditioned and more patient and finally prove to fans why I’m America’s next great heavyweight.

Sour turned professional in 2016 and has won 11 njegove prve 12 profesionalni borbama. The 36-year-old is coming off a career-best win over previously undefeated Tomas Salek for the regional Czech heavyweight title. The 6-foot-5 Sour has fought all but one of his professional bouts in his native Czech Republic and will make his U.S. debut against Franklin. He was an accomplished amateur overseas and racked up an 80-43-2 record while representing the Czech national team from 2008 u 2015. The lone blemish on Sour’s record is a 2017 loss to highly regarded unbeaten heavyweight Filip Hrgovic.

I have the technique, speed and power to beat Jermaine Franklin,” said Sour. “I am in great shape, I’m training hard and I’m very confident heading into this fight. Franklin is underestimating me because of my age, but I’m going to show him he’s wrong and have my hand raised when the final bell rings.

Jermaine Franklin is on a mission to show the world that he is the top new heavyweight on the scene,” rekao je promoter Dmitrij Salita, Predsjednik promocije Salita. “He will fight the big and strong Pavel Sour who is coming off a career-best win. This is a significant heavyweight fight that will add to the already historic and electric event on October 5 headlined by Claressa Shields vs. Ivana Habazin.

The 24-year-old O’Quinn (12-0-1, 8 KOs) stands 5-foot-6 and is rated No. 13 in the world by the WBO. Blazing-fast hands and effortless combination punching have allowed the undefeated O’Quinn to become a favorite among Motor City fight fans. O’Quinn was the No. 1-ranked amateur bantamweight in the country before turning professional in 2015. He was last seen on April 13 of this year at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, winning a dominant unanimous eight-round decision over Minnesota veteran Vicente Alfaro Martinez.
 

On October 5 you can expect nothing less than what I always do and that’s win!” said O’Quinn. “This is the biggest fight of my professional career and my first 10-round fight and I’m taking it very seriously. I will look the best I’ve looked as pro on that night and after the fight I’ll be looking for bigger names to take on in the super flyweight division.


A 29-year-old standing 5-foot-3, Kovač (13-2, 7 KOs) carries a reputation as a throwback and one of the most exciting Detroit fighters of the last decade. Known for his fearless aggression in the ring, Smith’s fights are alwaysmust seefare for Detroiters. Also an accomplished amateur, Smith is a former National Amateur Champion and eight-time Golden Gloves Champion. His last fight came in February of this year at the Performance Arts Center in Dearborn, Mičigen, where he won a unanimous six-round decision over Mexico’s Jonathan Lecona Ramos.

My opponent is solid, but he’s not on my level,” Said Smith. “He throws a lot of punches but he slaps a lot. There is nothing he can show me that I have not already seen before. The fans can always expect an exciting fight when it comes to me. I’m going to always put it all on the line to win.

Detroit is one of the best boxing fight cities in the country and this fight is an example of that,” Said Word. “Ja’Rico is touted as one of the best American super flyweights, while James Smith was a can’t-miss prospect when he turned professional. This fight could turn out to be the fight of the night because both guys will leave it all in the ring to win. Will it be Ja’Rico’s speed and timing, or will James Smith grind him down with his aggression and pressure? No matter who wins, this will be an unforgettable war.

Barry Tompkins will call theSHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIJALNO IZDANJE action from ringside with boxing historian Steve Farhood and former world champion Raul Marquez serving as expert analysts. The executive producer is Gordon Hall with Richard Gaughan producing and Rick Phillips directing. U�5rkl�

UNBEATEN ADAM KOWNACKI DEFEATS CHRIS ARREOLA BY UNANIMOUS DECISION IN RECORD SETTING ACTION FIGHT THAT HEADLINED FOX PBC FIGHT NIGHT SATURDAY NIGHT FROM BARCLAYS CENTER IN BROOKLYN

Former Champion Jean Pascal Edges Marcus Browne By Technical Decision After Accidental Headbutt Ends Fight in Round Eight & Wale Omotoso Stops Curtis Stevens in Third Round of 154-Pound Duel

Kliknite OVDJE for Photos from Nabeel Ahmad/Premier Boxing Champions

Kliknite OVDJE for Photos from Stephanie Trapp/TGB Promotions

BROOKLYN (Avgust 4, 2019) – Unbeaten Polish star and Brooklyn native Adam Kownacki (20-0, 15 KOs) earned a unanimous decision over Kris “The Nightmare” Arreola (38-6-1, 33 KOs) in an all-action brawl in front of his hometown fans that headlined FOX PBC Fight Night main event and on FOX Deportes Saturday night from Barclays Center, dom BROOKLYN BOKS ™.

Kownacki and Arreola set the CompuBox heavyweight record for combined punches landed and thrown in a heavyweight fight. They landed a combined 667 punches, besting the previous record of 650, while throwing 2,172 punches, far surpassing the previous mark of 1,730.

Highlights from the fight can be found OVDJE, OVDJE i OVDJE.

Chris is an Aztec warrior,” rekao Kownacki. “On je veliki borac. I knew it would be a tough fight and I prepared for it. The CompuBox numbers prove it was a great fight.

Adam is relentless,” Said Arreola. “He just keeps coming. I know I got him with some good punches and he got me with some good ones. I was more than ready to go all 12, but Adam came in and won the fight.

The action began right from the first bell, as Kownacki charged at Arreola and immediately began exchanging as both men threw power punches in bunches. Kownacki worked off of his jab to initiate his offense, while Arreola was effectively able to counter his hard-charging opponent and respond every time he was hit with a combination.

I thought it was a good close fight but I knew I pulled it out,” rekao Kownacki. “I landed a lot of shots and that was enough to win. That’s all that matters.

Kownacki stunned Arreola in the early moments of round two but Arreola quickly responded to slow Kownacki’s momentum. Arreola found more and more success with his overhand right as the fight went, landing the punch numerous times in the fourth and fifth round especially.

Round six was a back and forth affair that featured a big offensive surge from Kownacki early in the round, before an exciting exchange at the end of the round saw both men take heavy punches.

I tried to follow up when I had him hurt but I was throwing two punches instead of three or four,” rekao Kownacki. “Props to Arreola because he proved he could still hang. I’m sure the fans would want to see him again.

The middle rounds saw Arreola pick up a hand injury, but it didn’t appear to slow him down much as his punch output continued to be strong for the second half of the fight. For Kownacki, it was his first time going past 10 rounds as a pro.

After the punches continued to fly through the last bell, the two heavyweights embraced in the ring prior to hearing the judges’ rezultate. Nakon 12 kruga, all three judges saw the fight in favor of Kownacki, po desetine 117-11 dva puta i 118-110.

Retirement is something I need to talk to my family and team about,” Said Arreola. “I gave it my all this fight. I let it all hang out. After breaking my hand, I kept fighting because I believed I could win.

I just have to keep training hard, getting better and sharpening my skills,” rekao Kownacki. “We’ll see what the future holds. Hopefully next year I’ll get the title shot.

The co-main event saw former world champion Jean Pascal (34-6-1, 20 KOs) earn a narrow technical decision over previously unbeaten Marcus Browne (23-1, 16 KOs) to capture the WBA interim light heavyweight title after an accidental headbutt ended the fight in round eight.

Boxing is boxing,” said Pascal. “We clashed heads, but at the end of the day, I was winning the round. I dropped him three times. To je bio blizak borbu, but I believe I was winning.

Browne appeared to be in control early, using his jab effectively and finishing his combos with power punches. Throughout the fight, Browne would land 52% of his power punches according to CompuBox.

U četvrtom kolu, Pascal broke through landing a perfect right hand that connected with Browne as he threw his own right hook. Browne hit the canvas for the third time in his career, but was able to make it through the round.

Watch Pascal score the knockdown OVDJE

Browne looked to have regained control of the fight until late in round seven when Pascal again connected on a powerful right hook that caught Browne during an exchange. Pascal jumped on Browne after he got to his feet and knocked him down a third time right before the bell ended round seven.

Montreal’s Pascal was looking to finish Browne in round eight, while Browne looked to effectively navigate the ring while recovering from the previous round. It was midway through the round that Pascal hit Browne with an accidental headbutt on the ropes that opened a cut over Browne’s left eye.

Watch the headbutt OVDJE

Referee Gary Rosato halted the bout 1:49 u kolo, on the advice of the ringside physician, meaning the fight went to the scorecards. By winning the shortened eighth round on all three judges’ kartice, Pascal won the fight by the score of 75-74 tri puta.

I could hear my daughter ringside and that was motivation for me,” said Pascal. “She was yelling my name all night long. I’m going to go home and talk to my team to see what is next. Canada has Drake, the NBA Champions and now I’m bringing the belt home.

Browne was unavailable for post fight comments as he was taken to NYU Lutheran Medical Center due to the cut.

The opening bout on FOX saw Wale Omotoso (28-4, 22 KOs) drop Curtis Stevens(30-7, 22 KOs) three times on his way to a third round stoppage victory in their super welterweight clash.

For Stevens it was his first fight at 154-pounds, and he was tested at the new weight from the outset. Omotoso began moving and jabbing around the ring as Stevens stalked him and tried to throw power punches to slow his movement. Late in the first round, Omotoso broke through with a right hand to the side of Stevenshead that dropped him in the middle of the ring.

My coach told me to keep my hands up, be patient, box him and jab,” said Omotoso. “He told me I shouldn’t push it and that when the opening was there, I’d take it. That’s exactly what happened.

He hit me with an overhand right in the first round that knocked my equilibrium,” said Stevens. “But that didn’t really affect me too much. I wasn’t stepping enough into my punches, I was reaching. I got caught when I was reaching.

In round two Omotoso landed a perfect jab on Stevens, as his opponent was throwing a left hook, that sent him down for the second time in the fight. Stevens again made it through the round, and began the next frame trapping Omotoso in the corner and connecting on power punches.

I was just letting my hands go,” said Omotoso. “On the second knockdown my confidence grew. I was glad to get the victory by knockout.

While Stevens was able to own the early moments of the third round, Omotoso hit him with a three punch combo that featured left hook, left uppercut and then straight right hand that put Stevens down for the third time. Stevens got to his feet but referee Johnny Callas halted the bout at 1:28 trećeg kruga.

I was okay but the referee has to do his job,” said Stevens. “I was down three times so I know he was looking out for my best interests.

I didn’t expect it to go exactly like that,” said Omotoso. “I was just listening to my coach. The second knockdown was actually with my jab. I have to talk to my team about what’s next. I’m thankful for this opportunity. I’m so happy to have this win. Give me anybody next, Ja sam spreman.”

Watch Omotoso’s TKO over Curtis Stevens OVDJE


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ADAM KOWNACKI VS. CHRIS ARREOLA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOGRAFIJE – Unbeaten Polish Star & Brooklyn Native Adam Kownacki & Former Title Challenger Chris Arreola Face Off Before FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event on FOX & FOX Deportes This Saturday from Barclays Center in Brooklyn

ADAM KOWNACKI VS. CHRIS ARREOLA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOGRAFIJE

Unbeaten Polish Star & Brooklyn Native Adam Kownacki & Former Title Challenger Chris Arreola Face Off Before FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event on FOX & FOX Deportes This Saturday from Barclays Center in Brooklyn

Kliknite OVDJE for Photos from Stephanie Trapp/TGB Promotions

BROOKLYN (Avgust 1, 2019) – Unbeaten Polish star Adam Kownacki i bivši naslov izazivač Kris “The Nightmare” Arreola went face to face at Thursday’s final press conference, two days before they meet in a heavyweight showdown headlining FOX PBC Fight Night this Saturday live on FOX and FOX Deportes from Barclays Center, dom BROOKLYN BOKS ™.

The press conference also featured fighters competing in action beginning at 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT as unbeaten WBA interim light heavyweight champion “Ser” Marcus Brownei bivši šampion Jean Pascal, plus Brooklyn’s Curtis Stevens i Wale Omotoso, all faced-off ahead of their respective matchups Saturday night.

Ulaznice za događaj, koja se promovira TGB Promocije, are on sale now and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.

The fighters were joined on stage by former lineal heavyweight champion Michael Spinks. Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from the Brooklyn Marriott:

ADAM Kownacka

This is one of my dreams coming true. Since the amateurs I’ve wanted to fight at Barclays Center and on Saturday night I’m the main event. I couldn’t be more excited

I’ve been pushed hard in training camp and I can’t wait to show everyone all of my work on Saturday. The key is going to be jabbing in and throwing my punches in bunches like I always do.

This is a new experience for me being the headliner, but in the ring it doesn’t matter. It’s just two guys fighting each other. We both love to fight. I can’t wait to get it over with and punch him in the face.

Chris Arreola is a warrior. You always know that when Chris fights, it’s a good fight. But I’m going to test how much he has left in the gas tank. Chris has been in there with three champions and when I take care of business on Saturday, I’ll be one step closer to being world champion.

It’s truly a great feeling to have all this support from my fans here. These fans are trusting me to bring the title back to Brooklyn and to Poland.

Barclays Center has been my boxing home. I can’t wait to get in the ring. This is a tough fight and I have to make sure I send the fans home happy.

This definitely has Fight of the Year written all over it. Neither of us are afraid to let our hands go and no matter what happens, the fans are going to be winners on Saturday.

CHRIS ARREOLA

I understand that Adam is the favorite because he’s undefeated and fighting in his hometown. Na kraju dana, none of that matters to me. I’m going to give it my all for this fight.

I’m carefree right now. I have no stress. Ako izgubim, I’m okay with walking way. But I’m not here to do that. I’m here to win.

“Znam da imam težak protivnik ispred mene. I have my work cut out for me. But ‘The Nightmareis going to keep going.

I went to Joe Goossen as my trainer because I knew it was time to make a change. I have to make this last run count. This is the best team I could imagine. Joe makes you work on your mistakes. I believe the winner of this fight is whoever takes advantage of the first mistake.

I respect everybody outside of the ring, but once we’re in the ring, I’m not friends with anyone. We’ll shake hands after the final bell, but I’m here to put on a show. It’s lights, kamera, action and time to shine.

He’s a volume puncher. He just keeps coming and he’s smiling at you the whole time. Na kraju dana, I’m going to put a frown on his face Saturday.

My prediction is that the fans are going to get their money’s worth. You better record this one, because you’re going to watch it again and again. I’m going to come out with my hand raised.

MARCUS BROWNE

Being in training in Colorado really lets me get attuned to my game plan. It’s just waking up every day and working with that same mentality where I’m focused on nothing but the fight. It’s all about going in there and getting that win.

I’m going to punish Pascal on Saturday. If the knockout is how he wants to go, Ja ću biti spreman. I promise I’m going to beat him for 12 kruga.

It feels great to be here defending my belt. I’ll be in a better position after this fight. I’m going to make a statement in this fight and put Pascal in his place.

Pascal is a guy who doesn’t come to lay down, he comes to beat you. That’s what the sport is about. You have to fight guys of that stature if you’re not fighting champions.

A win on Saturday puts me in contention to fight for a world title next. That’s my focus, but before that, it’s about Jean Pascal and taking care of him the right way.

This is a great card for New York with me, Adam and Curtis all representing our home city. It’s great for us to be in this position together.

JEAN PASCAL

Marcus has been saying that he’s going to go in there and try to knock me out, but I’m no amateur. I know what his game plan is going to be. He’s going to run around the ring and try to hold. We all know he’s the best at running like a chicken.

When I was Marcus’ starost, I was already a world champion. He was watching me on TV when he was at the Olympics.

How is he going to knock me out? I think without the cut that Badou Jack had in their fight, he would have knocked Marcus out.

“Spreman sam. I’m a solid fighter. I’ve fought the best, so I don’t think Marcus will be able to knock me out.

I’m too good all-around for Marcus. This is my chance to show that I still have a lot of gas left in the tank. I’m still good enough to fight at the very top level of the sport.

CURTIS STEVENS

This is my first time fighting at Barclays Center, and I’m going to give the fans a taste of what they’ve been missing.

I decided that I’d go down to 154-pounds because my camp has a lot of the top 160-pound fighters so we were getting in each other’s way. There are a lot of opportunities for me in this weight class as well.

No matter what has happened in my career, I have always come back. I’m mentally always ready to bounce back. I’ve had layoffs in my career, but I know that I’m going to get where I need to be.

Nobody calls me out because they know I can punch. I’m too risky for the top fighters because they know there’s a chance they get knocked out.

It’s incredible to have this opportunity to fight at Barclays Center for the first time. It’s going to be a good time for me and all the fans.

Početna OMOTOSO

I’m not worried about Stevens being at a new weight. I don’t think it’s going to affect him that much. U subotu, we’re both going to do our best to get the win.

He’s a big puncher who brawls. But I’m a big puncher too. He’s been there and fought everybody, but I’m going to show the world what I can do.

I think this is going to be a toe-to-toe fight. There might be some feeling out, but as the fight goes on and we get into the middle rounds, it’s going to be fought in the middle of the ring.

I’ve trained well for this fight and had sparring with lots of different fighters. The different styles that I’ve seen throughout camp will have me prepared for anything Stevens shows me on Saturday night.

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ABOUT KOWNACKI VS. ARREOLA
Kownacki vs. Arreola pits undefeated Polish star and Brooklyn-native Adam Kownacki against veteran former title challenger Chris “The Nightmare” Arreola for a heavyweight showdown that headlines FOX PBC Fight Night on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Avgust 3 iz Barclays Center, dom BROOKLYN BOKS ™.

The broadcast starts at 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features unbeaten interim WBA Light Heavyweight Champion “Ser” Marcus Browne battling former world champion Jean Pascal in a 12-round bout, plus Brooklyn’s Curtis Stevens makes his 154-pound debut against Wale Omotoso in a 10-round fight.

Viewers can live stream the PBC shows on the FOX Sports and FOX NOW apps or at FOXSports.com. Dodatno, all programs are available on FOX Sports on SiriusXM channel 83 na satelitu radio i na SiriusXM aplikaciju.

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HEAVYWEIGHTS WALLIN AND FLORES BOTH EXPECTING VICTORY WHEN THEY CLASH ON SHOBOX: THE NEW GENERATION FRIDAY, Juli 12 Live on SHOWTIME®

NEW YORK – July 9, 2019 –Swedish heavyweight Otto Wallin says he has too many physical advantages, while former world title challenger BJ Flores says he has too much experience to lose their upcoming 10-round clash.



WBA br. 5-ranked Wallin (20-0, 13 KOs) and Flores (34-4-1, 21 KOs) will meet this Friday, Juli 12, in the co-featured bout of a ShoBox: The New Generation tripleheader telecast (žive na SHOWTIME 10 poslije podne. ET / PT) from the Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, Pranje.



Presented by Salita Promotions and Brian Halquist Productions, “Battle at the Boat 122” will also feature top American heavyweight prospect Jermaine Franklin (18-0, 13 KOs), iz Saginaw, Mičigen, returning for his second consecutive ShoBox test against the streaking Jerry Forrest (25-2, 19 KOs), of Newport News, Virdžinija, in the 10-round headliner and in the opening televised bout, undefeated featherweight Giovanni Mioletti (16-0, 7 KOs) of Chicago will face Ecuador’s Luis Porozo (14-0, 7 KOs).



The 28-year-old Wallin, a southpaw from Sundsvall, Švedska, says he’s been expanding his horizons working with trainer Joey Gamache at Mendez Boxing in Manhattan.



“Training has been very good. I have been back in New York for six weeks now and I’ve had some great sparring with a lot of different guys and different styles,” said 28-year-old Wallin. “Sparring is the best training you can get. It’s the most like a fight, so just getting in with all these different guys is a great experience.”



Undefeated Wallin says he’s got too much of everything for former cruiserweight Flores in this fight.



“BJ Flores is a guy that’s experienced, but I know what to do,” Wallin said. “I have the tools to beat him. He’s good as a cruiserweight, but this is a heavyweight fight. It’s different than being a good cruiser. I will win because I’m a better boxer with better skills. I’m too big, young and strong for him. I always get nervous before a fight, but that’s part of it. Being nervous makes me sharper. I will eventually break him down.”



It’s been something of a whirlwind career for Wallin, who turned pro as the number one heavyweight on the Swedish National team after just 50 amaterski tuče. Heavily courted by promoters for his immense natural talent, Wallin now finds himself signed with Salita Promotions and in the top 5 of the WBA ratings after 20 pro tuče.



He credits trainer Gamache, himself a popular former fighter, with much of his success.



“Joey used to live in Denmark and so did I,” Wallin said. “That’s where we met six years ago. I followed him back to the US when he came back and I signed with Salita at the beginning of this year. We have a great relationship. I love him as a coach and as a person He’s done a lot for me including bringing me over here and making all these connections. I trust him 100% and he trusts me too.”



Wallin says having a great team behind him means ramping up his quest for a world championship.



“I want to have three or four fights this year. I haven’t had that many fights the last couple years, so it’s important to me to stay busy. Naredne godine, I’ll be looking for a bigger fight. I’m very excited about everything that is happening.”



The 40-year-old Flores, originally from Arizona, says preparations went surprisingly well for this fight.



“Training couldn’t have gone better,” Flores said. “I had eight good weeks of training and I have zero injuries. Da budem iskren, I thought camp would be tougher, but everything bounced back nicely. I’ve been sparring for seven weeks. I normally have something nagging on fight week, but I sparred 10 rounds Saturday. I sparred four rounds today. Imam 22 rounds in since last Wednesday and I feel great.”



Cvijeće, a two-time world cruiserweight title challenger, says Wallin will be facing a totally different type of opponent than the ones he’s used to.



“He’s never been tested by a guy who thought he could win. Everybody he’s fought came in as an opponent. That’s not to say he’s not good, but I’m the first fighter on his resume coming in expecting to win and I’ve been in with far better opposition.



“I feel like once I get him in the middle rounds and show him he’s in with somebody who is not going anywhere, that’s when we will find out what he’s made of. My experience and game plan are perfect for testing an untested guy. Just because he’s untested doesn’t mean he can’t fight, but we’re going to find out Friday night.”



Contrary to most fighters’ preference, Flores says he’s happy Wallin is a left-handed fighter.



“I’ve been sparring nothing but tall southpaws. Zapravo, I haven’t sparred an orthodox fighter in nine weeks. I prefer to fight southpaws. It’s better for my punch selection to fight a southpaw. I’ve never had a problem with it and I’ve never lost to one.”



Now a 16-year pro, Flores says he won’t be worried if the younger fighter comes out with some early aggression.



“If he wants to start fast, that’s OK. I don’t care about the first two or three rounds. The real fight starts after the fourth round. I plan on winning the early rounds, but even if I don’t, it doesn’t matter until we get in the middle rounds. I’m going to attack and be aggressive and go up and down on him. Get him to the middle rounds and see where he’s at. I know where I’m at. I’ve been in with the best heavyweights and cruiserweights in the world over the last 15 godina. I feel great and I’m ready.”



Barry Tompkins nazvat će akciju s prstena s istoričarem boksa Steveom Farhoodom i bivšim svjetskim prvakom Raulom Marquezom koji služi kao stručni analitičar. Izvršni producent je Gordon Hall sa Richard Gaughan proizvodnju i Rick Phillips usmjeravanje.

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Exciting Lineup of Undercard Fights Feature Puerto Rican Heavyweight Carlos Negron, Super Welterweight Clash Between Curtis Stevens & Wale Omotoso, Local Fan-Favorite Heather Hardy & više – Subota, Avgust 3 iz Barclays Center u Brooklyn & Predstavio Premier Boks prvaka

Subota, Avgust 3 iz Barclays Center u Brooklyn & Predstavio Premier Boks prvaka

Polish Star Adam Kownacki Headlines Against Former Title Challenger Chris Arreola in FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event Live on
FOX & FOX Sports – 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT

BROOKLYN (Juli 9, 2019) – An exciting lineup of action-packed undercard attractions will add to the Summer heat on Saturday, Avgust 3 live from Barclays Center, dom BROOKLYN BOKS ™, in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The event is headlined by Polish star and heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki and former title challenger Chris “The Nightmare” Arreola meeting in the main event of FOX PBC Fight Night live on FOX and FOX Deportes. Emitovanje počinje u 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT and also features two-time world champion Andre Berto and 147-pound contender Miguel Cruz, who meet in a welterweight attraction, and interim WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Marcus Browne and former world champion Jean Pascal, who duel in a 175-pound bout.


Undercard bouts are highlighted by 2008 Portorikanski olimpijka Carlos Negron (20-2, 16 KOs) in a 10-round heavyweight fight against Atlanta’s Brian Howard (14-3, 11 KOs), former title challenger Curtis Stevens (30-6, 22 KOs) taking on veteran contender Wale Omotoso (27-4, 21 KOs) in a 10-round super welterweight clash and featherweight world champion and unbeaten local fan-favorite Vrijesak “The Heat” Izdržljiv (22-0, 4 KOs) in her 10th appearance in the ring at Barclays Center.

Ulaznice za događaj, koja se promovira TGB Promocije, can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.

Additional action features a pair of uneaten fighters as Brooklyn’s Julian Sosa (13-0-1, 5 KOs) steps in for an eight-round welterweight showdown versus Texas-native Brian Jones (14-10, 8 KOs), plus Maryland-native Cobia Breedy (13-0, 4 KOs) takes on Michigan’s Ryan Lee Allen (9-3-1, 4 KOs) in a 10-round featherweight attraction.

Rounding out the lineup is Mexico’s Isaac Cruz Gonzalez in a 10-round featherweight fight, neporažena prospect Keeshawn Williams u šest rundi borbe velter, unbeaten New Yorker Arnold Gonzalez in a four-round featherweight duel and undefeated New Jersey-native Kestna Davis in a four-round super welterweight bout against California’s Jaime Meza.

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Undefeated Polish Star Adam Kownacki Battles Chris Arreola in Heavyweight Showdown in Front of Hometown Fans Saturday, Avgust 3 Headlining FOX PBC Fight Night on FOX & FOX Deportes from Barclays Center in Brooklyn

Više! Former World Champion Andre Berto Meets Miguel Cruz in Welterweight Clash & Unbeaten Light Heavyweight Marcus Browne Duels Former World Champion Jean Pascal – 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT

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BROOKLYN (Jun 6, 2019) – Undefeated Polish star and Brooklyn-nativeAdam Kownacki will look to thrill in front of a hometown crowd when he steps into the ring against veteran former title challengerKris “The Nightmare” Arreola for a 12-round heavyweight showdown that headlines FOX PBC Fight Night on FOX and FOX Deportes Saturday, Avgust 3 iz Barclays Center, dom BROOKLYN BOKS ™.

The broadcast starts at 8 poslije podne. ET / 5 p.m. PT and features former world champion Andre Berto uzimajući u Miguel Cruz in a 10-round welterweight clash and unbeaten interim WBA Light Heavyweight Champion “Ser” Marcus Browne bore bivši prvak svijeta Jean Pascal in a 12-round bout

The heavyweight division is red hot and Kownacki is a top rising challenger who will look to continue his ascent up the rankings with a win over the all-action veteran Arreola. This will be Kownacki’s ninth fight at Barclays Center, and his first as the headlining attraction.

Ulaznice za događaj, koja se promovira TGB Promocije, go on sale on Friday, Jun 7 u 10 sati. and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center starting Saturday, Jun 8 u podne.

This action-packed tripleheader is full of high stakes, toe-to-toe matchups with fighters highly-motivated to make a statement on the big stage,” rekao je Tom Brown, Predsjednik TGB Promocije. “Brooklyn’s Polish star Adam Kownacki has become a fan-favorite in his hometown and is surely in for a challenge from the always exciting Chris Arreola, as he looks to make a heavyweight statement. Andre Berto is always in action fights and he’ll be looking to hold off the young challenger Miguel Cruz, while Marcus Browne returns off his career-best victory to face battle-tested former champion Jean Pascal.

All eyes are on boxing’s heavyweight division, and I am thrilled to welcome Brooklyn’s own contender Adam Kownacki back to our ring for his first time as the headliner,” rekao je Brett Yormark, CEO of BSE Global. “Adam has built an enthusiastic fan base in the borough, and I am confident they will be out in full force to support him as he takes on veteran Chris Arreola to earn a title shot in the near future. It will be yet another heavyweight night to remember in Brooklyn.

Kownacki (19-0, 15 KOs) is noted for his tenacity and has been progressing towards a world title shot with knockouts in five of his last six fights. The 30-year-old, who was born in Lomza, Poland and moved to Brooklyn when he was seven, was an accomplished amateur in New York City before turning pro. He scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over former world champion Charles Martin last year and is coming off of a devastating knockout victory against Gerald Washington in January on FOX. His last three fights and six of his last seven have taken place at Barclays Center, where he has routinely brought out the area’s passionate Polish sports fans.

I’m excited to be back in the ring and back at home in Barclays Center, live on FOX and FOX Deportes,” rekao Kownacki. “Fighting Chris Arreola will be another step on my journey to become a world champion. It will be a Polish-Mexican War that will bring fireworks to Brooklyn. Make sure you’re there in Brooklyn or watching in primetime!”

Arreola (38-5-1, 33 KOs), a veteran of the heavyweight division, has contended for the world title three times, most recently against WBC champion Deontay Wilder in 2016. Since losing to Wilder, the 38-year-old Arreola from Los Angeles, California has put together back-to-back victories, including a stoppage of then unbeaten Jean Pierre Augustin on a PBC on FOX Sports pay-per-view undercard in March.

I can’t wait to step into the ring on August 3 and show everyone I’m still one of the best heavyweights in the world,” Said Arreola. “I feel rejuvenated and ready to upset Adam Kownacki in front of his fans. Bolje mu je da bude spreman, because I’m going to bring it to him like he’s never seen before. This is going to be a war and I will leave with my hand raised.” 

Berto (32-5, 24 KOs) has fought some of the top welterweight champions of this generation, including Floyd Mayweather. The 35-year-old won a welterweight world title with TKO victory over Miguel Angel Rodriguez in 2008 and successfully defended it five times before losing it to Victor Ortiz in 2011. He later avenged that loss to Ortiz with a knockout victory in 2016 on FOX. A native of Winter Haven Florida, Berto is coming off a split decision victory over former welterweight champion Devon Alexander in his last fight in August on FOX.

I’m looking forward to this fight on August 3,” Said Berto. “My focus is different, my motivation is different and my hunger is different. I’ve had a lot happen in my life in a short period of time with the loss of my father and the birth of my new baby girl, Legaci. It’s definitely turned me in to a whole different type of animal. August 3 is going to be cinematic. Barclays Centersee you soon. I’ve got some payback.

Cross (18-1, 12 KOs) is among a group of promising welterweights prepared to burst onto the scene in one of the most talent-rich division in boxing. The 28-year-old from Lake Mary, Florida will be stepping up a level with his bout against Berto. He scored a TKO victory over Luis Eduardo Florez in his last fight in January to bounce back from a decision loss to Josesito Lopez on FOX in April 2018.

I’m excited for all my Boricuas and NYC fight fans to come out and show love in August 3,Cruz said. “I want to thank everyone who made this opportunity possible, and I’m definitely going to make the most if it. This is a different era in boxing and I’m here to prove it to the world and to Andre Berto. Don’t miss this night of boxing.

The 28-year-old Browne (23-0, 16 KOs) won the interim title with a rousing unanimous decision victory over former two-division champion Badou Jack in January. A 2012 U.S. Olympian from Staten Island, Browne has fought at Barclays Center 12 times in his career as he made his steady climb up the light heavyweight ranks. Pascal will be the second straight former world champion that he has faced.

I’m honored and grateful to be able to display my skills on this huge platform on FOX and at Barclays Center, which is a second home for me and my boxing career,” Said Browne, who will be fighting at Barclays Center for the 13th time.I anticipate Pascal bringing everything that he has into this fight because this is make or break for him. Unfortunately for him, he will break, as I plan to win this fight decisively and continue my quest for a long and successful championship reign. I expect him to come in as prepared as a championship-caliber fighter and I’m staying motivated to get the win on August 3.

Pascal (33-6-1, 20 KOs) has been in the ring with the top fighters of his era during his brilliant career, including Bernard Hopkins, Sergey Kovalev, Carl Froch, Lucian Bute and Chad Dawson. The 36-year-old, who was born in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti and now lives in Laval, Quebec, Kanada, won the light heavyweight world title with a unanimous decision over Adrian Diaconu in 2009. He is coming off a loss to Dmitry Bivol in his last fight after putting together back-to-back TKO victories over Ahmed Elbiali and Steve Bosse.

Marcus Browne is one of the most talented fighters in the world and I will have to be at my best to beat him,” said Pascal. “I’ve been training and I will be ready. I’ve got some veteran tricks he’s never seen before. I plan on out boxing him just like every other southpaw I’ve ever fought. I’ve never lost to a lefty and it’s going to stay that way come August 3.

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UNDEFEATED HEAVYWEIGHT PROSPECTS JERMAINE FRANKLIN AND OTTO WALLIN TESTED IN SEPARATE SHOBOX: THE NEW GENERATION BOUTS FRIDAY, Juli 12 Live on SHOWTIME®

Top American Heavyweight Prospect Franklin Faces Jerry Forrest In Main Event While Sweden’s Otto Wallin Clashes With BJ Flores in Co-Featured Bout



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NEW YORK – May 30, 2019 – Two top undefeated heavyweight prospects will put their unblemished records on the line when they fight in separate bouts on ShoBox: The New Generation Petak, Juli 12 live on SHOWTIME from Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, Pranje.



Najbolji američki potencijalni teškaš Jermaine Franklin returns for his second consecutive test of 2018 na ShoBox against the streaking Jerry Forrest in the 10-round headliner. U co-istaknuta bout, undefeated Swedish heavyweight and top-10 ranked contender Otto Wallin will battle former world title challenger BJ Flores in a 10-round clash on the seventh ShoBox TV prijenos od 2019.



“The heavyweight division is the strongest it’s been in a generation with a number of new faces looking to position themselves for an eventual title shot,” said Gordon Hall, Izvršni producent ShoBox. “Otto Wallin is on the doorstep based on his rankings in the top 10 but he needs that statement win to get there. BJ Flores is not coming to test Wallin. He is coming to win and feels he has what it takes to teach Wallin a lesson.



“Jermaine Franklin is the best American heavyweight prospect and, at only 25 godina star, still has a ton of growth potential. He passed his first test on ShoBox in April and we look forward to getting a second look at him in another step-up fight. Forrest is far more experienced than Franklin. This will be his fifth fight of 2019, and he is fully aware of what a win will do for his career.”



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“This is an exciting time for the heavyweight division and on July 12 boxing fans will have an opportunity to witness two of the division’s best new faces in significant tests,” said promoter Dmitriy Salita. “Jermaine Franklin’s goal is to be an American heavyweight world champion, and an impressive performance in a tough matchup with Jerry Forrest will be a significant step in his quest to the title.



“Otto Wallin is an example of what happens when you combine dreams and hard work. He grew up in a small town in Sweden and aims to challenge for the heavyweight world title and follow in the footsteps of Ingemar Johansson. Otto is fighting a proven veteran in BJ Flores who’s only losses have been in world title fights, so I expect it will be an exciting matchup from the opening bell.”



25-godišnji Franklin (18-0, 13 KOs), iz Saginaw, Mičigen, je bivši istaknuti amater i a 2014 Državni šampion Zlatnih rukavica. Vjerovatni kandidat za predstavljanje SAD-a. na 2016 Olimpijske igre, Franklin je odbio priliku da se takmiči za mjesto u timu i umjesto toga je odlučio da započne svoju profesionalnu karijeru 2015. Široko se smatra najboljim američkim potencijalnim teškašem, Franklin je izgradio svoj neporaženi rekord s relativnom lakoćom otkako je postao profesionalac, nokautirajući devet svojih prvih 10 profesionalni protivnici. Franklin made his SHOWTIME debut in the co-featured bout of the Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer event in April, earning a unanimous decision over former No. 1-rangiran u SAD. amateur Rydell Booker.



“In my SHOWTIME debut earlier this year, I felt I could have put on a better show but I won and that’s most important,” Franklin said. “Winning this fight is an important step toward my dreams of fighting for a heavyweight championship. This fight also is a chance for the fans to see me more focused and prepared. Jerry Forrest has been around the game for a while and he brings a lot of skills to the ring. I will be ready for him.”



Forrest (25-2, 19 KOs), of Newport News, Virdžinija, has won eighteen consecutive bouts since dropping back-to-back contests to world title challenger Gerald Washington and Michael Hunter, whose only professional loss came to former undisputed cruiserweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Forrest, a 6-foot-1 southpaw, scored an eight-round unanimous decision over Joshua Tufte his last time out in April.



“This is a long time coming for me,” said Forrest. “My record and my potential are definitely worthy to fight in the main event on national television. This is where I should be. I’m very comfortable and I’m not at all overwhelmed. I’ve fought in the Nationals and big tournaments and I’m not afraid of the spotlight. Franklin throws a lot of punches and tries to bully you out. He’s not super accurate from what I see. He’s a heavyweight who will try to outwork you. I see him as a very similar fighter to Andy Ruiz. My training is going great, I haven’t been out of shape in two years. I’ve been in the gym grinding and doing it old school.”



Wallin (20-0, 13 KOs, 1 ND) napravio svoj U.S. debut on SHOWTIME in April, also on the undercard of Shields-Hammer, but his fight with Nick Kisner was cut short after an accidental headbutt left Kisner unable to continue, resulting in a No Decision. The 6-foot-5 Wallin turned pro in 2013 i postupno se uzdizao na rang listi beležeći 20 straight wins in Europe prior to his American debut. The 28-year-old southpaw won the Swedish Boxing Championship at 16-years-old, fought against Anthony Joshua twice as an amateur and was a member of the Swedish National Boxing Team. Currently ranked in the top-ten by both the WBA and IBF, Wallin now has his sights set on becoming his country’s first Heavyweight Champion since Ingemar Johansson in 1960.



“My U.S. debut did not go the way I had hoped and I didn’t get a chance to show off my skills,” said Wallin. “I’m really looking forward to going out there again getting a chance to show a lot more. This is a fight I need to win if I want to go somewhere. I need to win and I need to look good doing it. I need to be sharp at all times and not take anything for granted. This is a sport where everything can change in the blink of an eye.”



Cvijeće (34-4-1, 21 KOs) okrenuo pro u 2003 and has enjoyed a long, successful career competing mostly as a cruiserweight. Undefeated through the first seven years and 25 borbe u karijeri, Flores suffered his first setback when he traveled to Australia to challenge Danny Green for his IBO Cruiserweight world title, dropping a unanimous decision. The Arizona native bounced back by winning eight of his next nine fights before getting a second chance at a world title, again traveling to his opponent’s hometown. Ovaj put, Flores was stopped by WBC Cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew in Liverpool. Flores has since moved to heavyweight, where he has won two of his three fights.



“Not only is this a winnable fight for me, Ja sam 100 percent winning this,” said Flores. “I’m working with [trenera] Angel Heredia and Ibn Cason and world class heavyweight Kubrat Pulev. Working with this team is perfect for getting my strength and conditioning up for this fight, and sparring with one of the top guys in the world in Pulev is making me very sharp. I know Wallin is undefeated and has a good amateur style. He’s tall and has good boxing ability. I know he’s got some talent and is a young up and coming guy. He’ll be trying to make a name for himself off of my name, so I’ll be ready for that.”



Barry Tompkins nazvat će akciju s prstena s istoričarem boksa Steveom Farhoodom i bivšim svjetskim prvakom Raulom Marquezom koji služi kao stručni analitičar. Izvršni producent je Gordon Hall sa Richard Gaughan proizvodnju i Rick Phillips usmjeravanje.



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Oko ShoBox: The New Generation

Od svog osnivanja u julu 2001, kritički hvaljene SHOWTIME boks serije, ShoBox: The New Generation je istaknuta mladih talenata podudaraju težak. The ShoBox filozofija je da se prenose uzbudljivo, Publika-ugodan i konkurentne utakmica, dok pružajući poligon za voljni perspektive određuje da se bore za titulu svjetskog prvaka. Neki od rastuće liste 80 borci koji su se pojavili na ShoBox i napredne da stekne titula svjetskog prvaka uključuje: Errol Spence Jr., Andre Ward, Deontay Wilder, Erislandy Lara, Shawn Porter, Gary Russell Jr., Lamont Peterson, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Nonito Donaire, Devon Alexander, Carl Froch, Robert Guerrero, Timothy Bradley, Jessie Vargas, Juan Manuel Lopez, Chad Dawson, Paulie Malignaggi, Ricky Hatton, Kelly Pavlik, Paul Williams i više.

NEPOBJEĐENA PRVAKA SREDNJE TEŽE CHRISTINA HAMMER TRENING KAMP CITATI


WBO prvakinja u srednjoj kategoriji Hammer borila se sa svojom kolegicom u srednjoj kategoriji Claresom Shields za neprikosnoveno prvenstvo u srednjoj kategoriji u subotu, April 13 Live on SHOWTIME® iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju

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Atlantic City, N.J. (April 5, 2019) – Prije nego što je u četvrtak stigla u New York na završni dio svog trening kampa, WBO Svjetskog prvaka u srednjoj Christina Hammerpodijelila je svoja razmišljanja o svom obračunu za Neosporno prvenstvo u srednjoj kategoriji protiv WBA, WBC i IBF prvak u srednjoj kategoriji Claressa Shields Subota April 13 uživo na SHOWTIME iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.

Nemački Hammer je od tada držao titulu svetskog prvaka u srednjoj kategoriji 2010, braneći ga više puta, uključujući u njenom U.S. debitovala prošlog juna na SHOWTIME-u u kojem je pobijedila Tori Nelson. Sada želi da utisne svoje ime u knjige istorije u ovom meču protiv Shieldsa koji mnogi nazivaju najznačajnijom borbom u istoriji ženskog boksa.

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Evo najzanimljivijih detalja onoga što je Hammer imao da kaže dok smo krenuli u nedelju borbe za ovaj istorijski događaj:

Koliko ste uzbuđeni zbog borbi u SAD-u??

Christina Hammer: “Zaista sam uzbuđen zbog toga jer je ovo veoma velika borba. Jedva čekam da stignem tamo, uđite u ring i ostvarite odličan nastup.”

Šta to znači za vas borba?

CH: “Ovo će biti najveća ženska borba u istoriji. Oboje smo šampioni, ima zlatne olimpijske medalje i druga priznanja, pa sa svim tim zajedno, to će promijeniti igru ​​za naš sport.”

Šta treba da uradite da biste pobedili?

CH: “Dugogodišnji sam šampion i znam šta da radim u ringu. Znam da imam vještinu da je pobijedim. Imam odličan posao i moj cilj je da je gadno pobedim.”

Šta mislite o Claressi unutar i izvan ringa??

CH: “Claressa je očigledno mnogo toga postigla još od Olimpijskih igara. Ovo je veliki korak za nju i mislim da će to biti izazov za nju. Kao osoba, ona je samo moj protivnik, to je sve.”

Možete li opisati svoj stil borbe i šta navijači mogu očekivati ​​u aprilu? 13?

CH: “Visok sam za svoju diviziju pa koristim svoj domet. Imam odličan rad nogu, tehniku ​​i snagu i želim da pokažem sve te vještine. Pokazaću da je Christina Hammer veliki šampion. Volim da igram sa svojim protivnikom, i kada je pravi trenutak, Prebio sam je.”

Možete li pričati o svojim iskustvima kao modni model i zašto vam je to važno?

CH: “Volim manekenstvo jer je to drugačiji dio mene. Možete biti ženstveniji i atletskiji. Prvo sam snimio prije tri godine i nikada nisam radio ništa slično. I tamo sam radio na svojim vještinama.

“Biti model je lak posao, to mi samo daje samopouzdanje. Teško je biti borac. Morate dati sve, jer u ringu ne možeš pobjeći. Morate se boriti i pobijediti nekoga.”

Da li biste ikada poželeli da se takmičite u nekom drugom sportu??

CH: “Ne znam. Boks je za mene najbolji sport. To je moja strast. Sve dajem sportu i sada mi je san da budem uspešan u Americi.”

Postoji li neko u istoriji boksa sa kojim biste se voljeli boriti?

CH: “Laila Ali je bila veliki šampion i ako bih se borio protiv nje, to bi bila odlična borba.”

Vidite li ženski boks kao sport u usponu?

CH: “Da, zaista je narastao poslednjih godina. Za nas ima još borbi na velikim platformama i mislim da je ovo samo početak.”

Da li biste preporučili drugim ženama da se bave boksom??

CH: “Boks je odličan sport. Treba ti tehnika, inteligencije i čini da se osjećate sigurnije. Ako se nešto desi, možete se pobrinuti za sebe. To je najbolji trening i predlažem ga svima.”


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O SHIELDS vs. HAMMER
Shields vs. Hammer će suprotstaviti neporažene svjetske prvakinje u srednjoj kategoriji Claressa Shields i Christina Hammer jedna protiv druge u borbi za krunu neprikosnovenog svjetskog prvaka od 160 funti, u nedvojbeno najznačajnijem ženskom bokserskom događaju u istoriji. Zajednička uloga će se suočiti s Jermaineom Franklinom i Rydellom Bookerom u uzbudljivom dvoboju teške kategorije od 10 rundi i u prvom televizijskom prijenosu, teškaši Otto Wallin i Nick Kisner boriće se u okršaju od 10 rundi. SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader će se emitirati uživo na SHOWTIME u 9 poslije podne. ET/PT iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.

UJEDINJENA ŠAMPIONKA SREDNJE TEŽINE CLARESSA SHIELDS MIAMI MEDIA VJEŽBA CITATI I FOTOGRAFIJE


„Kristina ne zna šta je čeka. Slomiću taj čekić na pola” – Shields


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WBC, WBA & IBF prvakinja u srednjoj kategoriji Claressa Shields sprema se za neosporni okršaj prvaka u srednjoj kategoriji protiv Christine Hammer u subotu, April 13 Live on SHOWTIME®

iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju


 

KlikniteOVDJE za fotografije Josea Pineira/SHOWTIME


 

MIAMI(April 4, 2019) – WBA, Svjetski prvak u srednjoj kategoriji po WBC-u i IBF-uClaressa Shieldsbio domaćin medijskog treninga u 5th Street Gym u Majamiju u četvrtak dok se bliži svom okršaju protiv WBO prvaka u srednjoj kategorijiChristina Hammer za neprikosnoveno svjetsko prvenstvo u srednjoj kategoriji u subotu aprila 13 uživo na SHOWTIME iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.


 
Dvostruki osvajač zlatne olimpijske medalje Shields i neporaženi Hammer će izgledati kao šesti borac u istoriji koji će ujediniti sve četiri glavne svjetske titule u glavnom događaju SHOWTIME BOXING-a: SPECIJALNO IZDANJE (9 poslije podne. ET / PT).


 
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Shields je prošle sedmice trenirala na Floridi sa svojim trenerom Johnom David Jacksonom, nakon što je prethodnih pet sedmica proveo u SAD-u. Olimpijski trening centar u Koloradu. Evo šta je Shields rekao u četvrtak:


 
Claressa SHIELDS


 
„Kristina ne zna šta je čeka. Slomiću taj Hammer na pola.


 
„Kada smo unutra, radi se o tome ko udara jače. Ovo je prava borba. Samo zato što ima visinu, ne znači da će ona diktirati šta se dešava. Moraće mnogo da uradi da me skloni od nje.


 
“Imam dvije zlatne olimpijske medalje, stižu tri pojasa i više. Imaću sve naslove krajem aprila uveče 13.


 
“Vredno radim, stvarno teško. Da sam muško, Vjerovatno bih bio jedan od najpoznatijih boksera tamo. Postoji rodna razlika. Svi to znamo. Radim na tome da to promijenim. Naporno radimo, dobijamo manje novca i manje priznanja, ali svijet se mijenja. Mi to mijenjamo.


 
“Hammer je pričala o mamu, ali ja nisam zabrinut za nju. Spreman sam za borbu. Ona priča o mnogo stvari koje nemaju veze sa boksom. Čekam da mi kaže da će me pogoditi aperkatom ili tako nečim, ali više je isto.


 
“Biti ovdje na Floridi da završim kamp je zaista bilo idealno. I dalje sam izuzetno naporno radio, ali ovdje imam malo viška prostora i sunca. Bilo je vrijeme za neke nove pejzaže u kampu i mislim da je ovo bio savršen potez da me odvede u tjedan borbe.


 
“Radila sam na svom 'Ali shuffle-u,’ ova teretana me je inspirisala. Nemojte se iznenaditi ako vidite da ga razbijam tokom borbe. Imam neke trikove u rukavu. Na konferenciji za novinare će biti i nekih iznenađenja - ja sam odabrao odjeću koja će ukrasti šou.”


 
“Ova borba je odavno zakasnila i drago mi je što ću dobiti priliku da joj pokažem šta je pravi šampion. Neko ide dole u aprilu 13 i obećavam da to neću biti ja.


 
“Ljudi mogu reći da ne obraćaju pažnju na vas i da vas ne proučavaju, ali oni lažu. Ipak mi je drago što me pomno gleda. Hammer je doveo jednog od mojih prijatelja tamo da bude sparing partner, ni ne znajući da me godinama nije štedjela i da ne zna ništa o meni. To mi daje do znanja da sam joj na umu. Ona može da sparinguje sa En Volf i još uvek me neće pobediti.”


 
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O SHIELDS vs. HAMMER

Shields vs. Hammer će suprotstaviti neporažene svjetske prvakinje u srednjoj kategoriji Claressa Shields i Christina Hammer jedna protiv druge u borbi za krunu neprikosnovenog svjetskog prvaka od 160 funti, u nedvojbeno najznačajnijem ženskom bokserskom događaju u istoriji. Zajednička uloga će se suočiti s Jermaineom Franklinom i Rydellom Bookerom u uzbudljivom dvoboju teške kategorije od 10 rundi i u prvom televizijskom prijenosu, teškaši Otto Wallin i Nick Kisner boriće se u okršaju od 10 rundi. SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader će se emitirati uživo na SHOWTIME u 9 poslije podne. ET/PT iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.

JERMAINE FRANKLIN u usponu & OTTO WALLIN GOVORI PREDSTOJEĆE BORBE & PUT DO PRVENSTVA U TEŠKOJ TEŠKOJ – Franklin se bori protiv Rydella Bookera dok se Wallin susreće s Nickom Kisnerom uživo na SHOWTIME u subotu, April 13 iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.


JERMAINE FRANKLIN u usponu & OTTO WALLIN GOVORI PREDSTOJEĆE BORBE & PUT DO PRVENSTVA U TEŠKOJ TEŠKOJ

Franklin se bori protiv Rydella Bookera dok se Wallin susreće s Nickom Kisnerom uživo na SHOWTIME-u® Subota, April 13 Vodeći do Claressa Shields vs. Christina Hammer Main Event iz Boardwalk Halla
u Atlantic City, N.J.


Atlantic City, N.J. (April 3, 2019) – Neporaženi takmičari u teškoj kategoriji u usponuJermaine Franklin i Otto Wallin će nastojati da se oduševi i najavi se u teškoj kategoriji kada se uključe u odvojene borbe uživo u SHOWTIME u subotu, April 13 iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju.

SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIJALNO IZDANJE tripleheader će se emitirati s početkom u 9 poslije podne. ET/PT, a predvodi ga Claressa Shields koja se bori protiv Christine Hammer za neprikosnoveno žensko prvenstvo u srednjoj kategoriji.

Franklin će se suočiti s Rydellom Bookerom, dok će Wallin igrati protiv Nicka Kisnera u par atrakcija od 10 rundi koje vode do glavnog događaja. I za Franklina i za Wallina, vide april 13 kao korak ka njihovim većim ciljevima.

“Booker je na putu gdje ja na kraju pokušavam da budem,” rekao je Franklin. “Ja sam dio te sljedeće generacije teškaša i naporno radim da završim kao prvak u teškoj kategoriji kada se prašina slegne. Uvek nađem način da pobedim i to ću pokazati 13. aprila.”

“Dolazak u SAD. jer je drugi dio moje karijere veoma uzbudljiv,” rekao je Wallin. “Puno sam postigao u svojoj karijeri u Evropi, ali ovo je novi početak. Ovo je trenutak o kojem sam sanjao otkako sam prvi put vezao rukavice i jedva čekam da se predstavim fanovima ovdje.”

25-godišnjak iz Saginaw-a, Mičigen, Franklin se nada da će pokazati da je spreman da postane sljedeći američki prvak u teškoj kategoriji, i spreman je da preuzme plašt od trenutnog WBC titule Deontaya Wildera i duge linije američkih šampiona u teškoj kategoriji koja je došla prije njega.

“Podići ću konkurenciju među teškašima,” rekao je Franklin. “Divizija se definitivno vratila na mapu i planiram sudjelovati u stvaranju TV-a koji se mora gledati još jednom. Americi treba još jedno lice u teškoj kategoriji i to ću biti ja.

“Već vjerujem da sam najbolji teškaš na svijetu. Ima puno velikih, jaki teškaši, ali ja sam uravnotežen sportista, što me čini drugačijim. Ja sam jak, brzo, atletski i sa svakom borbom sve bolji.”

Iako njegova rodna Švedska nije poznata po boksu, Wallinova matična zemlja je prethodno proizvela šampiona u teškoj kategoriji Ingemara Johansona, koji je slavno zaustavio Floyda Pattersona u njihovoj prvoj borbi na stadionu Yankee u 1959. Nakon što je u svojoj posljednjoj borbi pobijedio kolegu švedskog teškaša Adriana Granata, Wallin je odlučio da je vrijeme za borbu u SAD-u., nakon prethodnih trening kampova u New Yorku sa trenerom Joeyjem Gamacheom.

“Trening ovdje u New Yorku mi donosi veliku energiju i to se vidi u mom nastupu,” rekao je Wallin. “To je centar svijeta, i dok sam u potpunosti fokusiran na trening, Hranim se energijom grada.

“Ingemar Johansson je naravno velika inspiracija za mene. Kada je došao u SAD. i pobijedio Floyda Pattersona, bio je najgori čovek na planeti. Želim da uzmem taj plašt i postanem heroj za mlade švedske boksere, kao što je bio za mene.”

Osim što je Wallin's U.S. debi, neporaženi teškaši će se prvi put pojaviti na SHOWTIME-u i to će biti Franklinu prvi put da se bori na sjeveroistoku. Svaki od njih se nada da će pokazati svoje talente i spremni su za ono što dolazi sa povećanom platformom.

“Ovo je odlična prilika za mene da pokažem svoje vještine, ali ja to i dalje tretiram kao samo još jednu borbu,” rekao je Franklin. “Prilagodit ću se svom protivniku i razotkriti njegove slabosti. Uvijek se usavršavam jer jednom pomisliš da znaš sve, tada saznaš da ništa ne znaš.”

“Ja sam samo klinac iz malog grada u Švedskoj i naporno sam radio da dođem do ove tačke,” rekao je Wallin. “Obuka ovdje u SAD-u. i borba ovdje će mi pomoći da ostvarim najbolji učinak u karijeri. Zabava počinje u aprilu 13 i ne stajem dok ne budem šampion.”

Obojica su nedavno potpisali ugovor sa Salita Promotions Dmitrija Salite i u aprilu 13 započeće godinu koja bi svakog borca ​​mogla ostaviti na ivici pogotka za titulu.

“Aprila 13 dvojica najboljih teškaša na svijetu, jedan iz SAD-a, jedan iz Švedske, će obojica imati priliku da tvrde da su spremni da se bore za titulu u teškoj kategoriji,” Said Word.

“Jermaine Franklin je daleko najbolji američki kandidat u teškoj kategoriji koji će uskoro biti kandidat i šampion. Imat će odličnu priliku da pokaže svoje vještine i vrijednost protiv iskusnih, gladan i uspješan Rydell Booker.

“Boks je sport individualnih priča i Otto Wallin je odličan primjer za to. Najbolje ocijenjen teškaš iz malog grada u Švedskoj, on pokazuje te snove, u kombinaciji sa napornim radom, može se ostvariti. On je jedan od najboljih teškaša iz Evrope i aprila 13 pokazaće da pripada eliti u SAD-u.”

Uz ovu priliku da se najave u ponovnoj teškoj kategoriji, Franklin i Wallin su spremni za nastup koji otvara oči sljedeće subote.

“Moj krajnji cilj je postati svjetski prvak i vjerujem da sam trenutno na pravom putu,” rekao je Wallin, koji je rangiran No. 5 od strane IBF i WBA. “Imao sam dobre godine boreći se u Evropi, ali sada je vrijeme da pređem na sljedeći nivo. Jedva čekam da svima pokažem čime se bavim i pružim navijačima sjajne borbe.”

“Planiram da budem glavna snaga u teškoj kategoriji do kraja godine,” rekao je Franklin. “To je moja coming out party. Osećam da će se moji snovi ostvariti. Svima ću pokazati ko sam: najbolji novi teškaš na svijetu.”

Ulaznice za live event, koji se promovira Salita Promocije, su po cijeni od $150, $100, $55 i $35 i može se kupiti preko Ticketmaster-a i naboardwalkhall.com.

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O SHIELDS vs. HAMMER
Shields vs. Hammer će suprotstaviti neporažene svjetske prvakinje u srednjoj kategoriji Claressa Shields i Christina Hammer jedna protiv druge u borbi za krunu neprikosnovenog svjetskog prvaka od 160 funti, u nedvojbeno najznačajnijem ženskom bokserskom događaju u istoriji. Zajednička uloga će se suočiti s Jermaineom Franklinom i Rydellom Bookerom u uzbudljivom dvoboju teške kategorije od 10 rundi i u prvom televizijskom prijenosu, teškaši Otto Wallin i Nick Kisner boriće se u okršaju od 10 rundi. SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION tripleheader će se emitirati uživo na SHOWTIME u 9 poslije podne. ET/PT iz Boardwalk Halla u Atlantic Cityju, N.J.