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HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO CHASE HISTORY YET AGAIN THIS SATURDAY NIGHTBoxing Luminaries Share Favorite “Manny Moments” & Preview Pacquiao vs. Barrios Showdown Ahead of Star-Studded Night

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ΣΧΕΤΙΚΑ ΜΕ ΤΟ PACQUIAO VS. BARRIOS

Pacquiao vs. Barrios will see Hall of Fame boxing legendManny "Pacman" Pacquiaoand WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriossquare off in the main event of a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video on Saturday, Ιούλιος 19 από το MGM Grand Garden Arena στο Λας Βέγκας.

Στο ομο-κύριο γεγονός, WBC Super Welterweight World ChampionSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundoraand Australian superstarTim Tszyu will rematch after engaging in 2024’s bloodiest fight.

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

Πριν από την πληρωμή ανά προβολή, πρωταθλητήςΓκάρι Ράσελ νεώτεροςtops a three fight card streaming live on Prime Video, as he steps back into the ring to faceHugo Castañedain a 10-round lightweight showdown.

The action also includes undefeated top super bantamweightDavid “Rey” Picassodueling Japanese contenderKyonosuke Kamedaσε μια υπόθεση 10-στρογγυλή, plus Filipino power-puncher and former world championMark “Magnifico” Magsayobattles Mexico’sJorge Matain a 10-round super featherweight attraction opening the show at 5:30 μ.μ. ΚΑΙ / 2:30 μ.μ. PT.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ΣΧΕΤΙΚΑ ΜΕ ΤΟ PACQUIAO VS. BARRIOS

Pacquiao vs. Barrios will see Hall of Fame boxing legendManny "Pacman" Pacquiaoand WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario “El Azteca” Barriossquare off in the main event of a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video on Saturday, Ιούλιος 19 από το MGM Grand Garden Arena στο Λας Βέγκας.

Στο ομο-κύριο γεγονός, WBC Super Welterweight World ChampionSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundoraand Australian superstarTim Tszyu will rematch after engaging in 2024’s bloodiest fight.

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

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

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HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO CHALLENGE WBC WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO ON SATURDAY, Ιούλιος 19 Στο Λας Βέγκας

SUMMER HEATS UP WITH STAR-STUDDED

PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT IN LAS VEGAS!

HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO

CONTINUE LEGENDARY CAREER & CHALLENGE

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

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

Co-Main Event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena

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

Mexican Sluggers

&

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

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

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

The stacked lineup features another sensational rematch as Mexican starIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzbattles the hard-hittingAngel Fierroin a 12-round super lightweight fight that follows their action packed first showdown. Περισσότερο, πρώην παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής δύο κατηγοριώνBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroasteps in against top contenderJoet Gonzalezfor 10-rounds of featherweight action that opens the pay-per-view at 8 μ.μ. ET / 5 μ.μ.. PT.

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**MANNY PACQUIAO VS. MARIO BARRIOS**

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

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

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

A three-time Fighter of the Year and the one-time Boxing Writers Association of America’s Fighter of the Decade, Pacquiao (62-8-2, 39 KOs), who hails from Sarangani Province in the Philippines, is the only sitting Congressman and Senator to win a world title. After serving two terms as Congressman, Pacquiao was elected to a Philippine Senate seat in May 2016. Pacquiao’s boxing resume features victories over eight current Hall of Famers, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton, Marco Antonio Barrera, Ο Erik Morales, Miguel Cotto, Shane Mosley, Tim Bradley and Juan Manuel Marquez.

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

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

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

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

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

**SEBASTIAN FUNDORA VS. TIM TSZYU II**

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

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

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

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

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

**ISAAC CRUZ VS. ANGEL FIERRO II**

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

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

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

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

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

**BRANDON FIGUEROA VS. JOET GONZALEZ**

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

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

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

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

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

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ΤΡΕΙΣ ΣΥΓΚΡΑΣΤΙΚΟΙ ΑΓΩΝΙΣΜΟΙ UNDERCARD ΕΠΙΣΗΜΑΝΣΗ ΣΦΑΛΜΑ SPENCE JR. VS. YORDENIS UGAS SHOWTIME PPV® ΤΟ ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ, Απρίλιος 16

Ο ελαφρύς υποψήφιος Isaac Cruz μάχεται με τον πρώην παγκόσμιο πρωταθλητή Yuriorkis Gamboa σε πρωταθλητές Premier Boxing Co-Main Event από το AT&T Stadium στο Άρλινγκτον, Τέξας

Ο ανερχόμενος αήττητος Jose Valenzuela αντιμετωπίζει τον πρώην παγκόσμιο πρωταθλητή Francisco Vargas στη μονομαχία ελαφρών βαρών

Ο αήττητος Cody Crowley αντιμετωπίζει τον βετεράνο υποψήφιο Josesito Lopez
στο Battle of All-Action Welterweights που ξεκινά
Pay-Per-View στο 9 μ.μ. ET / 6 μ.μ.. PT

Εισιτήρια στην πώληση τώρα!

ARLINGTON, Τ.Χ. – Μάρτιος 17, 2022 - Τρεις συγκλονιστικές αναμετρήσεις προστέθηκαν στη σειρά SHOWTIME PPV με τίτλο από τον παγκόσμιο πρωταθλητή WBC και IBF Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr.. και Παγκόσμιος Πρωταθλητής WBA Γιορντένις Ugas τετράγωνο μακριά σε μια σύγκρουση ενοποίησης τίτλου welterweight το Σάββατο, Απρίλιος 16 ζωντανά από το Α.Τ&T Stadium στο Άρλινγκτον, Τέξας σε εκδήλωση Premier Boxing Champions.

Η τηλεοπτική μετάδοση pay-per-view ξεκινά στις 9 μ.μ. ET / 6 μ.μ.. PT και διαθέτει συναρπαστικό ελαφρύ υποψήφιο Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz αντιμετωπίζοντας τον βετεράνο πρώην παγκόσμιο πρωταθλητή Yuriorkis Gamboa στο 10-γύρο co-main event.

Η σύνθεση περιλαμβάνει και αήττητο Χοσέ Βαλεντζουέλα μάχεται πρώην παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής Francisco "El Bandido" Βάργκας σε έναν αγώνα ελαφρών βαρών 10 γύρων, συν αήττητη Cody Crowley αντιμετωπίζει βετεράνο υποψήφιο Josesito Lopez σε μια μονομαχία 10 γύρων όλων των βαρών welterweight που ξεκινά την τηλεοπτική εκπομπή.

Τα εισιτήρια για το live event, η οποία προωθείται από την TGB Promotions και την Man Down Promotions, πωλούνται τώρα και μπορούν να αγοραστούν στο SeatGeek.com, ο Επίσημος Πάροχος Εισιτηρίων του Α.Τ&Γήπεδο Τ.

«Ένα από τα μεγαλύτερα γεγονότα της χρονιάς θα περιλαμβάνει μια άξια pay-per-view lineup undercard φορτωμένη με επακόλουθους αγώνες που είναι έτοιμοι να προσφέρουν δράμα και δράση,», είπε ο Τομ Μπράουν, Πρόεδρος της TGB Προσφορές. «Ο Isaac Cruz έδειξε απέναντι στον Gervonta Davis ότι είναι ένα αστέρι στα σκαριά, και θα κοιτάξει να δείξει αυτά τα ταλέντα για άλλη μια φορά απέναντι σε έναν καταξιωμένο αντίπαλο στο Yuriorkis Gamboa. Περισσότερο, Ένα άλλο ανερχόμενο αστέρι στο Jose Valenzuela θα ενταθεί στον ανταγωνισμό ενάντια στον πρώην πρωταθλητή Francisco Vargas, ενώ ο Cody Crowley και ο Josesito Lopez θα φέρουν και οι δύο το στυλ τους με υψηλά οκτάνια στο ρινγκ σε μια αναμέτρηση «δεν πρέπει να χάσετε» για να ανοίξουν το φορτωμένο SHOWTIME PPV».

Ο 23χρονος Κρουζ (22-2-1, 15 KOs) θα επιστρέψει στο ρινγκ αφού απορρίψει μια αγωνιστική απόφαση εναντίον της πρωταθλήτριας τριών τμημάτων Gervonta Davis στο SHOWTIME PPV τον Δεκέμβριο. Με καταγωγή από την Πόλη του Μεξικού, Ο Κρουζ ανέβηκε στην κατάταξη ελαφρών βαρών 2020, ανακοινώνοντας την παρουσία του με ένα συναρπαστικό νοκ άουτ στον πρώτο γύρο επί του βετεράνου Ντιέγκο Μαγδαλένο τον Οκτώβριο. Ο Κρουζ το ακολούθησε 2021 κερδίζοντας μια ομόφωνη απόφαση επί του προηγουμένως αήττητου Matías Romero τον Μάρτιο και νικώντας τον πρώην πρωταθλητή Francisco Vargas με απόφαση τον Ιούνιο. Αφού έκανε τις Η.Π.Α. ντεμπούτο τον Δεκέμβριο 2019, Ο Κρουζ έμεινε αήττητος στους επόμενους τέσσερις αγώνες του, εμφανίζεται στο SHOWTIME® τρεις φορές εκτός από το ότι κέρδισε τον Magdaleno στο Davis vs. Leo Santa Cruz SHOWTIME PPV undercard.

«Ανυπομονώ να επιστρέψω στο ρινγκ και να αγωνιστώ στο AT&Γήπεδο Τ,", Είπε ο Κρουζ. «Λατρεύω τους οπαδούς στο Τέξας, μου δίνουν πάντα τρομερή υποστήριξη. Υποστηρικτής μου, Manny Pacquiao, έχει πολεμήσει στο Α.Τ&T Stadium πριν και κέρδισε και τις δύο φορές. Είμαι ενθουσιασμένος που ακολουθώ τα βήματά του απέναντι σε έναν πολύ επιτυχημένο πρώην πρωταθλητή στην Γκαμπόα. Έρχομαι για να δείξω στους οπαδούς γιατί είμαι ένας από τους καλύτερους ελαφρούς στον κόσμο και να οδηγήσω τον Γκαμπόα στη σύνταξη στις 16 Απριλίου».

Gamboa (30-4, 18 KOs) είναι πρώην πρωταθλητής ενιαίου φτερού, κατέχουν τους τίτλους IBF και WBA 126 λιβρών μεταξύ 2009 και 2011. Με καταγωγή από το Γκουαντάναμο, Κούβα, Τώρα ζει και προπονείται στο Μαϊάμι, Fla. Έριξε μια αναμέτρηση εναντίον του Τέρενς Κρόφορντ σε ένα 2014 Καταπολέμηση της Χρονιάς, πριν κάνει ριμπάουντ για να κερδίσει επτά από τους οκτώ αγώνες. Αυτό το σερί περιλάμβανε νίκες επί των πρώην παγκόσμιων πρωταθλητών Jason Sosa και Roman Martinez, βάζοντας την Gamboa ξανά στη διεκδίκηση του παγκόσμιου τίτλου. Στους δύο τελευταίους αγώνες του, Η Γκαμπόα διέκοψε τους αγώνες εναντίον των σημερινών παγκόσμιων πρωταθλητών ελαφρών βαρών, χάνοντας μέσω 12ου-γύρος TKO προς Gervonta Davis μέσα 2019 και με απόφαση εναντίον του Devin Haney τον Νοέμβριο 2020.

«Έρχομαι πάντα στο ρινγκ για να δείξω τα ταλέντα μου και τον Απρίλιο 16 δεν θα είναι διαφορετικές,», είπε ο Γκαμπόα. «Είναι πολύ κίνητρο να αντιμετωπίζεις έναν νέο, δυνατός αντίπαλος όπως ο Isaac Cruz. Θα τον δοκιμάσω και θα δω αν μπορεί να σταθεί απέναντι στη δύναμή μου. Έρχομαι για να κερδίσω και να κάνω μια μεγάλη δήλωση ότι έχω ακόμα ό,τι χρειάζεται για να γίνω ξανά πρωταθλητής».

Η 22χρονη Βαλενζουέλα (11-0, 7 KOs) τώρα προπονείται ως σταθερός συμπαίκτης του αήττητου δύο φορές παγκόσμιου πρωταθλητή Ντέιβιντ Μπεναβίντεζ, καθώς επιδιώκει να περάσει από υποψήφιο σε υποψήφιο 2022. Γεννήθηκε στο Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Μεξικό, Η Valenzuela έγινε επαγγελματίας 2018 και οδήγησε ένα σερί πέντε αγώνων νοκ άουτ πριν πάρει την πρώτη του απόφαση 10 γύρων σε μια νίκη επί του Deiner Berrio τον Σεπτέμβριο 2021. Ο Βαλενζουέλα έκλεισε το ξεπέρασμα του 2021 το Δεκέμβριο, κυριαρχώντας στον Austin Dulay στο δρόμο του για ένα TKO στον τέταρτο γύρο.

«Είναι ένα όνειρο που γίνεται πραγματικότητα να βρίσκεσαι σε υψηλό επίπεδο, στοιβαγμένη κάρτα όπως αυτή,», είπε η Βαλενζουέλα. «Θαύμασα και μελετούσα τον Σπενς για πολύ καιρό, ειδικά επειδή είμαστε και οι δύο αριστεροί. Ανυπομονώ να μπω στο ρινγκ. Δεν παραβλέπω ή υποτιμώ τον Francisco Vargas με κανέναν τρόπο. Περιμένω πυροτεχνήματα. Πάντα τσακώνεσαι όταν δύο Μεξικανοί πολεμιστές έρχονται αντιμέτωποι, οπότε ξέρω ότι οι οπαδοί θα είναι ευχαριστημένοι με αυτό που θα δουν στις 16 Απριλίου».

Μάχη έξω από την Πόλη του Μεξικού, Βάργκας (27-3-2, 19 KOs) κέρδισε έναν τίτλο 130 λιβρών σε 2015 νικώντας τον Takashi Miura σε έναν από τους καλύτερους αγώνες της χρονιάς. Ο 37χρονος θα πάλευε με τον Ορλάντο Σαλίντο σε μια γεμάτη δράση ισοπαλία πριν χάσει τον τίτλο του από τον Μιγκέλ Μπέρχελτ σε μια άλλη αξιομνημόνευτη υπόθεση.. Ο Βάργκας αργότερα νίκησε τους Στίβεν Σμιθ και Ροντ Σάλκα πριν χάσει στη ρεβάνς του με τον Μπέρχελτ μέσα 2019. Πιο πρόσφατα, Ο Βάργκας άρχισε να κάνει εκστρατεία στα ελαφριά, σημειώνοντας συνεχόμενες νίκες επί του Ezequiel Aviles 2019 και ο Otto Gamez μέσα 2020, πριν πάρει μια απόφαση εναντίον του Isaac Cruz στον τελευταίο αγώνα του τον Ιούνιο 2021.

«Είναι τιμή να βρίσκομαι σε ένα τόσο μεγάλο φύλλο με τόσους πολλούς σπουδαίους μαχητές,», είπε ο Βάργκας. «Θα έρθω προετοιμασμένος για αυτόν τον αγώνα και έτοιμος να φύγω από το ρινγκ με μια νίκη. Ξέρω ότι η Βαλενζουέλα θα προσπαθήσει να κάνει μια δήλωση, αλλά έρχομαι να κάνω το ίδιο. Όπως πάντα, οι οπαδοί μπορούν να περιμένουν έναν τεράστιο αγώνα από την αρχή μέχρι το τέλος».

Εκπροσωπώντας την πατρίδα του το Οντάριο, Καναδάς, Κρόουλι (20-0, 9 KOs) επιστρέφει στο ρινγκ μετά από ένα εντυπωσιακό ντεμπούτο στο SHOWTIME τον Δεκέμβριο 2021 που τον είδε να νικάει τον προηγουμένως αήττητο Kudratillo Abdukakhorov με ομόφωνη απόφαση. Ο Κρόουλι είχε νικήσει στο παρελθόν τον Τζος Τόρες τον Σεπτέμβριο 2020 ακολουθώντας α 2019 σερί που τον είδε να κερδίσει έναν καναδικό τίτλο σούπερ welterweight με μια απόφαση 12 γύρων έναντι του Stuart McLellan τον Φεβρουάριο πριν υπερασπιστεί επιτυχώς αυτόν τον τίτλο με μια κυρίαρχη απόφαση έναντι του Mian Hussain τον Οκτώβριο. Ο 28χρονος επέστρεψε για να πολεμήσει στις Η.Π.Α. για τους δύο τελευταίους αγώνες του αφού οι επτά από τους πρώτους οκτώ επαγγελματικούς αγώνες του έγιναν στις Η.Π.Α.

«Μετά τη νίκη μου τον Δεκέμβριο στο SHOWTIME, Είμαι έτοιμος να δεχτώ την επόμενη πρόκληση στο ταξίδι μου για να γίνω πρωταθλητής welterweight του κόσμου,», είπε ο Κρόουλι. «Ο Josesito Lopez είναι πάντα σκληρός και φέρνει ένα συναρπαστικό στυλ στο τραπέζι. Δυστυχώς για αυτόν, θα ανακαλύψει τι 20 μαχητές πριν από αυτόν έχουν μάθει, που είναι ότι δεν θα με εμποδίσουν να πετύχω το πεπρωμένο μου. Θέλω να ευχαριστήσω την ομάδα μου για αυτή την ευκαιρία να δείξω τις ικανότητές μου, καρδιά και αδυσώπητα σε αυτό το υπέροχο φύλλο στο σπίτι των Ντάλας Κάουμπόις».

Lopez (38-8, 21 KOs) κέρδισε το παρατσούκλι "The Riverside Rocky" λόγω του στυλ του στο ρινγκ. Έχει περάσει απέναντι από μερικούς από τους κορυφαίους πυγμάχους του αθλήματος, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των πρωταθλητών Canelo Alvarez, Marcos Maidana, Αντρέ Μπέρτο ​​και Βίκτορ Ορτίθ. Ο 37χρονος από το Ρίβερσαϊντ, Η Καλιφόρνια είναι πάντα σκληρή στο ρινγκ, όπως σημειώνεται από την ήττα με μικρή πλειοψηφία από τον τότε πρωταθλητή Keith Thurman στο 2019. Από εκείνη την απώλεια, Ο Λόπεζ έχει συγκεντρώσει συνεχόμενες νίκες, νικώντας τον Τζον Μολίνα, Jr. και ο Φρανσίσκο Σαντάνα.

«Είμαι πρόθυμος και με πολύ κίνητρο να κάνω πίσω στο ρινγκ και να αποδειχθώ ως ένας από τους καλύτερους μαχητές στον κόσμο,"Είπε ο Λόπεζ. «Περιμένω μια σκληρή πρόκληση από τον Κρόουλι και οι οπαδοί μπορούν να περιμένουν να με δουν στα καλύτερά μου. Είμαι σε εξαιρετική φόρμα και έτοιμος να βάλω τα πάντα στη γραμμή. Σίγουρα θα θέλετε να βεβαιωθείτε ότι δεν θα χάσετε τον αγώνα μου στις 16 Απριλίου».

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GERVONTA “TANK” DAVIS REMAINS UNDEFEATED WITH THRILLING UNANIMOUS DECISION OVER ISAAC “PITBULLCRUZ

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ΛΟΣ ΑΝΤΖΕΛΕΣ (Δεκέμβριος 5, 2021) –Boxing superstar and five-time world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis put his boxing skills on display, winning a rousing 12-round round unanimous decision over the relentless Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz to retain his WBA Lightweight World Title in front of a star-studded, sellout crowd of 15,850 at STAPLES Center live on SHOWTIME Pay-Per-View, in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

Διαβάσεις καρτών αποτελεσμάτων 116-112 and two scores of 115-113, all for Davis.

The atmosphere in the arena was electric, with scores of current and former NBA stars in attendance, including Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Kawhi Leonard, Dwight Howard, Kenny Smith, Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce among others.

Accompanied by superstar rapper Lil Durk, Davis entered the ring in Laker purple and gold; tassels along his trunks with the late Kobe Bryant’s number “8” and “24” on each side. Cruz celebrated his Mexican heritage with a mariachi band behind him as he strode toward the ring.

There was no feeling-out process in the first. Cruz charged at the defending champion, pinning him against the ropes and wailing away.

“That’s my style. ‘Pitbull’ is always going to be on the attack,", Είπε ο Κρουζ. “I think we retained rhythm from the start to the end.”

Davis found his rhythm in the second and third, circling the ring and walking Cruz into shots. In the fourth, Cruz concentrated his attack on the body, pounding Davis’ ribs.

The 27-year-old Baltimore native turned on the power in the fourth, alternating between the right hook and left cross behind his southpaw stance. More punishing blows came from Davis during the fifth.

“He’s a shorter fighter, so I was throwing down on the top of his head,"Δήλωσε ο Ντέιβις. “I hit him with my knuckle and messed it up. I hurt my hand in the sixth round. No matter if the opponent is taller or shorter, I’ve got to get through it. Είναι ένας πολεμιστής. Even though he didn’t win, a star was born tonight.”

“It was right around the fifth round I saw that his hand wasn’t working correctly,” Cruz observed.

Davis boxed beautifully in the middle rounds, firing quick shots and pivoting away from the return fire. A right hook in the eighth briefly buzzed Cruz and brought the audience to their feet. But just when it appeared as if the fight was slipping away, Cruz fought fire with fire, landing a flush uppercut seconds before the bell.

The 23-year-old Mexican picked up the pace in the latter rounds, keeping Davis on his toes and pounding away. Davis held his own, fighting back on even terms until the fight’s end.

Naturally, Cruz believed he deserved the victory.

“Viva Mexico. I have nothing to say, the fans are speaking on who won this fight,"Είπε.

Following a successful title defense, Davis said he’s ready for all comers.

“L.A., we did it for Kobe,"Δήλωσε ο Ντέιβις. “At the beginning of the fight, he came on strong. I felt as the fight was going, he was breaking down. But I hurt my hand, so I wasn’t able to get him out of there.

“Whatever the best opportunity is for me, I’ll do it. All of them guys are easy work. I’m the top dog.”

Στο ομο-κύριο γεγονός, Sebastian “Towering Inferno” Fundora moved closer to a world title shot with a 12-round unanimous decision over the previously-unbeaten Sergio Garcia in a WBC Super Welterweight Title Eliminator.

Final scores read 118-110, 117-111 και 115-113.

Fundora established control quickly in the first, snapping Spain’s Garcia’s head back with a booming left. The two traded evenly through the early rounds. Garcia had his moments, including a sharp overhand right in the fifth that drew blood from Fundora’s nose.

The 23-year-old Fundora found his range in the sixth, pumping the jab and using his 6-foot-5 frame and 80-inch reach to keep Garcia at bay.

“I was using my distance a lot more. I wanted to display something different than what I’m used to,” said Fundora. “Height was definitely a difference in this fight.”

Garcia struggled to land during the second half of the bout, save for a couple moments in the 12ου when the two combatants stood toe-to-toe.

“Maybe things could have been different if I had been more aggressive from the beginning,»Είπε η Γκαρσία. “I shouldn’t have let myself get carried away by what he was doing.”

Fundora believes he’s ready for a world title shot.

“We just beat the No. 2 στο WBC, so we have No.1, and we have the champion,” said Fundora. “Whoever they give us next, we’re ready for.”

In a thrilling back and forth, Carlos Adames (21-1, 16 KOs) overcame a stiff challenge from former world title challenger Sergiy Derevyanchenko (13-4, 10 KOs) to win a 10-round majority decision in their WBC Middleweight World Title Eliminator.

Both combatants had their moments, but facing the toughest opponent of his career, the 27-year-old Adames shined. One judge scored the middleweight bout even at 95-95, while the other two scored it for Adames by scores of 96-94 και 97-93.

“This means a lot for me in my career and this is a big accomplishment winning against a fighter of his caliber,” said Adames, who was born in the Dominican Republic and fights out of Washington Heights in New York City.

I am aggressive and speedy by nature, so I came in ready to do my thing. He started slow, wanting to see what would happen, and simply had the wrong game plan. He got a bit tired as the fight went on, took a lot of hard shots from me and it was evident that I caused him a lot of damage.”

“I expect my opponent to fight the same style. It was nothing special for me, just a quality fight,"Δήλωσε ο Derevyanchenko.

“He stayed southpaw, that was the difference in the fight. I don’t know what I’ll do next. I need a little bit of rest and then I will go back to the gym because I love boxing and I love the show.”

This gives me an opportunity to move on,” said Adames. “I dominate at both 154 και 160, so wherever they give me the opportunity to fight for a championship is where I’ll go.”

In the opening bout of the SHOWTIME PPV telecast, super featherweight contender Eduardo “Zurdito” Ramirez (26-2-3, 12 KOs) was in peak form, winning a wide 10-round unanimous decision over former world title challenger Miguel Marriaga.

“I would like to thank the fans, SHOWTIME and the Montiel family for supporting me. Marriaga was a tough opponent, but I managed to dominate,” said Ramirez. “I had a varied fighting style and kept him on his toes the whole time.”

Μαριάγκα (30-5, 26 KOs) was the aggressor throughout, particularly in the first round as he backed Ramirez up with combination punching. The latter found his range midway through the frame, utilizing an accurate jab. In the third, a right hook followed by an overhand left floored an off-balance Marriaga for a flash knockdown.
“We started out strong, but then things got progressively harder. Having said that, we are pleased with the work we put in today,” said Marriaga. “We should have been more savvy, but we tried our hardest in the face of a great opportunity that unfortunately we could not take advantage of.”

Ramirez dominated after scoring the knockdown, punishing Marriaga from then on with an assortment of shots to the head and body. Final punch stats had Ramirez landing 280 του 762 (36.7%) total punches to Marriaga’s 159 εκτός 689 (21.3%).

“Now I’m going to relax with my family and enjoy the holidays,” said Ramirez. “Then hopefully 2022 will come with a title shot for me.

Tonight’s blockbuster pay-per-view event will re-air on SHOWTIME this Saturday, Δεκέμβριος 11 στο 10 μ.μ. ET / PT. The delayed telecast of Davis vs. Cruz will open the telecast featuring WBC Bantamweight World Champion and future Hall of Famer Nonito Donaire as he will defend his title against undefeated top contender and fellow Filipino countryman Reymart Gaballo headlining in a Premier Boxing Champions event from Dignity Health Tennis Stadium in Carson.

Veteran sportscaster Brian Custer hosted the SHOWTIME PPV telecast while versatile combat sports voice Mauro Ranallo handled blow-by-blow action alongside Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein and three-division world champion Abner Mares. Three Hall of Famers rounded out the SHOWTIME telecast team – Emmy® award winning reporter Jim Gray, unofficial scorer Steve Farhood, and world-renowned ring announcer Jimmy Lennon Jr. Ο εκτελεστικός παραγωγός ήταν ο νικητής τεσσάρων βραβείων Emmy® David Dinkins, Jr. The telecast was directed by Bob Dunphy. Former junior middleweight world champion Raúl “El Diamante” Marquez and sportscaster Alejandro Luna served as expert analysts in Spanish on Secondary Audio Programming (SAP).

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Gervonta Davis to Defend WBA Lightweight World Title Against Hard-Hitting Isaac Cruz – Κυριακή, Δεκέμβριος 5

Unbeaten Five-Time World Champion Gervonta Davis to Defend WBA Lightweight World Title Against Hard-Hitting Isaac Cruz on Sunday, Δεκέμβριος 5 στο PPV SHOWTIME®

Cruz Replaces Rolando Romero in Main Event at

STAPLES Center in Los Angeles

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ΛΟΣ ΑΝΤΖΕΛΕΣ (Νοέμβριος 3, 2021) – Unbeaten five-time world champion and boxing’s hottest attractionGervonta “Tank” Davis will defend his WBA Lightweight Championship against hard-hittingIsaac “Pitbull’’ Cruz την Κυριακή, Δεκέμβριος 5 live on SHOWTIME PPV from STAPLES Center in Los Angeles in a Premier Boxing Champions event.

Σταυρός, Πρώτη θέση. 2 στην IBF, steps in to replace Rolando Romero.

Τα εισιτήρια για το live event, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, GTD Promotions and TGB Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased atAXS.com.

Davis’ third-straight pay-per-view headlining attraction will see him battle the hardnosed Cruz, who has rightly earned the nickname “Pitbull’’ during his professional career.

“This is going to be a tremendous fight on SHOWTIME PPV,” said Leonard Ellerbe, Διευθύνων Σύμβουλος της Mayweather Προσφορές. “Isaac Cruz was ready for this big opportunity and I expect him to come ready to deliver the fight of his life. Ωστόσο, Gervonta Davis is a generational talent who’s only getting better. This fight is going to end in spectacular fashion on December 5.”

“Kudos to Isaac Cruz for stepping in as a replacement opponent in a high-pressure, pay per view fight against one of the brightest stars in boxing in Gervonta Davis,’’ said Tom Brown, Πρόεδρος της TGB Προσφορές. “Cruz presents a different, and some would argue a more difficult challenge to Tank Davis. Cruz won’t back down and he’ll bring the fight to Davis from the opening bell. We’ve all seen Gervonta’s blend of superb boxing skills and explosive power, and we know what he’s capable of. It will be the irresistible force versus the immovable object, which means fireworks at STAPLES Center and on SHOWTIME PPV on Sunday, December 5.’’

Davis (25-0, 24 KOs), star of the Mayweather Promotions stable, added another highlight filled performance in June, as he stopped previously unbeaten Mario Barrios to capture a 140-pound title and become a three-division world champion. The Baltimore-native captured his lightweight championship with a 12ου-round knockout of former champion Yuriorkis Gamboa in December 2019.

“I respect Isaac Cruz for stepping up and taking the fight, but everyone knows what I do,"Δήλωσε ο Ντέιβις. “I come in looking for the knockout and that’s exactly what I’m going to do in this fight. I’m back in Los Angeles where the stars shine and I’m going to light it up against Isaac Cruz at STAPLES Center on December 5.’’

Ο 23χρονος Κρουζ (22-1-1, 15 KOs) will be looking to rough up Davis and make him work overtime if he wants to come away with the win. A native of Mexico City, Ο Κρουζ ανέβηκε στην κατάταξη ελαφρών βαρών 2020, ανακοινώνοντας την παρουσία του με ένα συγκλονιστικό νοκ άουτ στον πρώτο γύρο επί του βετεράνου Ντιέγκο Μαγδαλένο τον Σεπτέμβριο. Ο Κρουζ το ακολούθησε 2021 by winning a unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Matías Romero in March, and most recently defeating former champion Francisco Vargas by decision in June. Από τότε που έκανε τις Η.Π.Α. ντεμπούτο τον Δεκέμβριο 2019, the 23-year-old has gone unbeaten in his next four ring appearances, appearing on SHOWTIME three times in addition to beating Magdaleno on the Gervonta Davis vs. Leo Santa Cruz SHOWTIME PPV undercard.

“First I want to thank Gervonta Davis and his team for this opportunity – an opportunity I won’t let get past me,’’ Cruz said. “God willing I’ll be world champion on December 5. This fight is a very big motivation for me as a professional and as a personal goal. I’m sure after December 5 everyone in boxing will know the name Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.’’

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Ο ΤΖΕΡΜΑΛ ΤΣΑΡΛΟ ΑΝΤΙΜΕΤΩΠΙΣΕΙ ΤΟ ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ ΤΟΝ ΧΟΥΑΝ ΜΑΚΙΑ ΜΟΝΤΙΕΛ, JUNE 19 ΣΤΟ ΚΕΝΤΡΟ TOYOTA ΣΤΟ ΧΙΟΥΣΤΟΝ LIVE ON SHOWTIME

Ο σκληρός υποψήφιος ελαφρύς Isaac Cruz αντιμετωπίζει τον πρώην παγκόσμιο πρωταθλητή Francisco Vargas στο Co-Main Event

Ο πρώην παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής Angelo Leo μονομαχεί με τον Μεξικανό υποψήφιο
Ο Aaron Alameda θα ξεκινήσει την τηλεοπτική μετάδοση στο 9 μ.μ. ET / 6 μ.μ.. PT

Προπώληση εισιτηρίων αύριο, Πέμπτη, Μάιος 13 στο 12 μ.μ. CT!

ΧΙΟΥΣΤΟΝ (Μάιος 12, 2021) – Αήττητος Παγκόσμιος Πρωταθλητής WBC Middleweight Jermall Charlo θα μπει στο ρινγκ για μια γιορτή για την Ημέρα του Ιουνίου στην πόλη του, όταν θα αντιμετωπίσει σκληρά χτυπήματα Juan Macias Montiel Σάββατο, Ιούνιος 19 στο Toyota Center στο Χιούστον, με τίτλο σε μια εκδήλωση Premier Boxing Champions ζωντανά στο SHOWTIME.

SHOWTIME ΠΡΩΤΑΘΛΗΜΑ ΠΥΓΜΑΧΙΑΣ θα ξεκινήσει στις 9 μ.μ. ET / 6 μ.μ.. PT και χαρακτηριστικό ανερχόμενο ελαφρύ υποψήφιο Ισαάκ Κρουζ μάχεται πρώην παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής Francisco Vargas στο 10-γύρο co-main event. Έναρξη της τηλεοπτικής μετάδοσης, πρώην παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής Άγγελος Λέων επιστρέφει για να αντιμετωπίσει τον Μεξικανό υποψήφιο Aaron Alameda σε μια 10-στρογγυλή έξοχο bantamweight αγώνα.

Ο Charlo έχει καθιερωθεί ως δύναμη σε δύο τμήματα και θα προσπαθήσει να ενθουσιάσει το κοινό της πόλης του ενάντια στον Montiel του Μεξικού, σε μια πρώτη στο είδος της γιορτή πυγμαχίας για την Ημέρα της Δήμης του Ιουνίου. Ο Charlo θα αγωνιστεί στο Χιούστον για τέταρτη φορά ως επαγγελματίας και θα προσπαθήσει να διατηρήσει ανέπαφο το αήττητο ρεκόρ του απέναντι στον αναστατωμένο Montiel.

Η εκδήλωση προωθείται από το Lions Only Promotions και το TGB Promotions. Τα εισιτήρια για τη ζωντανή εκδήλωση ξεκινούν από αύριο, Πέμπτη, Μάιος 13 στο 12 μ.μ. CT και μπορεί να αγοραστεί στοtoyotacenter.com. Λέων εναντίον. Το Alameda προωθείται σε συνεργασία με την Mayweather Promotions.

Charlo (31-0, 22 KOs) θα επιστρέψει για να αγωνιστεί στη γενέτειρά του για πρώτη φορά από έναν Ιούνιο 2019 νίκη με ομόφωνη απόφαση επί του Brandon Adams στο SHOWTIME. Ο 30χρονος σημείωσε πιο πρόσφατα μια εντυπωσιακή νίκη επί του κορυφαίου υποψήφιου μεσαίου βάρους, Sergey Derevyanchenko τον Σεπτέμβριο τους. 2020 αναμέτρηση. Ο Charlo κρατά τη ζώνη μεσαίων βαρών WBC από τότε 2019, μετά από βασιλεία πρωταθλήματος στα 154-λίβρες που διήρκεσε από 2015 μέσω 2017. Έχει συντάξει ένα τέλειο 6-0 ρεκόρ από τότε που ανέβηκε στη μεσαία κατηγορία και κατέχει νίκες επί των πρώην πρωταθλητών Τζούλιαν Ουίλιαμς, Austin Trout και Cornelius Bundrage σε super welterweight.

«Είναι υπέροχο που επιστρέφω στο ρινγκ, πρωτοσέλιδα στο SHOWTIME και υπερασπίζομαι τον τίτλο μου μπροστά στους θαυμαστές της πόλης μου στο Χιούστον,είπε ο Σάρλο. «Ο αγώνας τον Ιούνιο του Ιούνη σημαίνει πολλά για μένα γιατί υπάρχει μια μάχη πολύ μεγαλύτερη από αυτήν. Τούτου λεχθέντος, Πρέπει να χειριστώ την επιχείρησή μου τον Ιούνιο 19. Ο Μοντιέλ είναι σκληρός, νέος, δύναμη διάτρησης. Ξέρω ότι θέλει το στέμμα μου, αλλά είμαι πιο πεινασμένος από ποτέ και έτοιμος να κάνω μια παράσταση για τους θαυμαστές μου. Ετοιμαστείτε για ένα ιδιαίτερο, εκρηκτική νύχτα».

Εκπροσωπώντας τη γενέτειρά του Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Μεξικό, Montiel (22-4-2, 22 KOs) έχει κερδίσει νοκ άουτ σε όλα 22 από τις υπέρ νίκες του, καθώς ο βαρύς καβγατζής καθιερώθηκε ως ισχυρή δύναμη. Ο 27χρονος έχει δημιουργήσει ένα αήττητο σερί από τότε που ανέβηκε στο μεσαίο βάρος, για πρώτη φορά στο βάρος τον Σεπτέμβριο 2017, και πιο πρόσφατα σημείωσε μια νίκη νοκ άουτ στον πρώτο γύρο επί του μακροχρόνιου διεκδικητή Τζέιμς Κίρκλαντ τον Δεκέμβριο 2020. Είναι κάτοχος στάσεων των Marco Reyes και Gustavo Castro, και ισοπαλία κόντρα στον Ούγκο Σεντένο, Jr. στο middleweight. Ο Montiel είχε προηγουμένως αγωνιστεί στα welterweight και super welterweight, ρίχνοντας έναν Φεβρουάριο 2017 αγώνα με τον πρώην πρωταθλητή Jaime Munguia σε έναν αγώνα 147 λιβρών.

«Ξέρω ότι αγωνίζομαι με το καλύτερο μεσαίο βάρος στον κόσμο, αλλά δεν έχει αντιμετωπίσει ποτέ κάποιον που μπορεί να χτυπήσει γροθιές όπως εγώ,», είπε ο Μοντιέλ. «Όλες μου οι ήττες στο παρελθόν οφείλονται στο ότι δεν προπονούμαι σωστά και προσπαθώ να κερδίσω με νοκ άουτ με μία γροθιά. Από τότε μεγάλωσα και έγινα άντρας. Απέδειξα ότι ήμουν διαφορετικός όταν κέρδισα τον Μάρκο Ρέις μέσα 2019, και δεν έχω φύγει από το γυμναστήριο από τότε. Έχω δουλέψει σκληρά κάθε μέρα για να γίνω παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής και θα δείξω όλα όσα έμαθα στις 19 Ιουνίου».

Ο 22χρονος Κρουζ (21-1-1, 15 KOs) ανέβηκε στην κατάταξη των ελαφρών βαρών 2020, ανακοινώνοντας την παρουσία του με ένα συγκλονιστικό νοκ άουτ στον πρώτο γύρο επί του βετεράνου Ντιέγκο Μαγδαλένο τον Σεπτέμβριο. Ο Κρουζ το ακολούθησε αυτόν τον Μάρτιο, όταν κέρδισε με ομόφωνη απόφαση τον προηγουμένως αήττητο Ματίας Ρομέρο. Από τότε που έκανε τις Η.Π.Α. ντεμπούτο στο undercard του Jermall Charlo vs. Ο Ντένις Χόγκαν τον Δεκέμβριο 2019, ο ιθαγενής της Πόλης του Μεξικού ήταν αήττητος στις τέσσερις εμφανίσεις του στο ρινγκ. Αυτό θα σηματοδοτήσει τον πέμπτο αγώνα του 20 μήνες, τα τελευταία τέσσερα θα έχουν βγει στο SHOWTIME, συμπεριλαμβανομένου του τίτλου ShoBox: Η επόμενη γενιά τον Φεβρουάριο 2020.

«Εγώ και ο Βάργκας θα δείξουμε στους οπαδούς αληθινή πυγμαχία σε μεξικάνικο στυλ στις 19 Ιουνίου», είπε ο Κρουζ. «Είναι επίσης από την Πόλη του Μεξικού, οπότε ξέρω ότι αυτός ο αγώνας θα είναι από τα δάχτυλα των ποδιών. Είναι η ώρα μου να δείξω στους θαυμαστές ότι είμαι ο καλύτερος Μεξικανός ελαφρύς στον κόσμο. Μέσα με το νέο, και έξω με το παλιό. Θέλω να ευχαριστήσω τον υποστηρικτή μου, Γερουσιαστής Manny Pacquiao, για την υποστήριξή του και την πίστη του ότι θα γίνω παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής πολύ σύντομα».

Επίσης με καταγωγή από την Πόλη του Μεξικού, Βάργκας (27-2-2, 19 KOs) κέρδισε έναν τίτλο 130 λιβρών σε 2015 νικώντας τον Takashi Miura σε έναν από τους καλύτερους αγώνες της χρονιάς. Ο 36χρονος θα πάλευε με τον Ορλάντο Σαλίντο σε μια γεμάτη δράση ισοπαλία πριν χάσει τον τίτλο του από τον Μιγκέλ Μπέρχελτ σε μια άλλη αξιομνημόνευτη υπόθεση.. Ο Βάργκας συνέχισε νικώντας τους Στίβεν Σμιθ και Ροντ Σάλκα πριν ηττηθεί στη ρεβάνς του με τον Μπέρχελτ στο 2019. Πιο πρόσφατα, Ο Βάργκας άρχισε να κάνει εκστρατεία στα ελαφριά, σημειώνοντας συνεχόμενες νίκες με τεχνική απόφαση επί του Ezequiel Aviles τον Οκτώβριο 2019 και ένα TKO πάνω από τον Otto Gamez τον Νοέμβριο 2020.

«Ξέρω μόνο πώς να πολεμάω και οι οπαδοί δεν πρέπει να περιμένουν τίποτα λιγότερο στις 19 Ιουνίου», είπε ο Βάργκας. "Είμαι πολεμιστής, και ο κόσμος θα θυμάται τους λόγους για τους οποίους συμμετείχα σε δύο μάχες του Fight of the Year όταν με βλέπουν στο ρινγκ με τον Isaac Cruz. Θέλω να ευχαριστήσω ολόκληρη την ομάδα μου για τη σύσταση αυτού του αγώνα που ξέρω ότι θα απολαύσουν οι οπαδοί».

Λέων (20-1, 9 KOs), που παλεύει έξω από το σταθερό του Mayweather Promotions, έγινε ο πρώτος παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής από την πατρίδα του την Αλμπουκέρκη, Ν.Μ., από τον θρυλικό πρωταθλητή τριών κατηγοριών Τζόνι Τάπια, όταν νίκησε τον Tramaine Williams με ομόφωνη απόφαση τον Αύγουστο 2020. Ο 26χρονος άφησε τη ζώνη όταν έχασε την απόφαση να τον νικήσει τον Stephen Fulton Jr.. τον Ιανουάριο στο SHOWTIME. Λέων, που προπονείται στο Λας Βέγκας, θα προσπαθήσει να αποκαταστήσει τη θέση του στο τμήμα των 122 λιβρών τον Ιούνιο 19.

«Είμαι ενθουσιασμένος που θα επιστρέψω στο ρινγκ για αυτόν τον αγώνα,», είπε ο Λέο. «Δεν ήμουν ο ίδιος μαχητής στον τελευταίο μου αγώνα, όπως ήμουν όταν κέρδισα τον τίτλο. Αυτό μου έδωσε μια μεγάλη μάρκα στον ώμο μου. Ανακάλυψα τα λάθη μου και έμαθα πολλά για τον εαυτό μου. Είμαι εδώ για να δείξω στους ανθρώπους ότι εξακολουθώ να είμαι κορυφαίος υποψήφιος και απειλή σε αυτό το τμήμα. Ο Alameda είναι ένας πραγματικός υποψήφιος και δεν είναι ένας αντίπαλος που τον παίρνω ελαφρά. Όποιος βγει στην κορυφή σε αυτόν τον αγώνα θα είναι εκεί για άλλο ένα χτύπημα τίτλου και σκοπεύω να είμαι εγώ».

Ο 27χρονος Άαρον Αλαμέντα (25-1, 13 KOs) μπόρεσε να σταματήσει το σερί νοκ-άουτ του Λουίς Νέρι, αλλά κατέληξε στο σύντομο τέλος της απόφασης στον αγώνα τους για τον τίτλο στο super bantamweight τον περασμένο Σεπτέμβριο. Πριν από τον αγώνα Nery, η Σονόρα, Ο ιθαγενής του Μεξικού είχε συνεχόμενα νοκ-άουτ επί των Τζόρνταν Εσκομπάρ και Μπρέιλορ Τέραν. Ένας επαγγελματίας από το 2014, προηγούμενη δράση του στις Η.Π.Α. τον είδε να κερδίζει νοκ-άουτ στον έκτο γύρο έναντι του Andre Wilson 2016.

«Ανυπομονώ για έναν άλλο μεγάλο αγώνα στις 19 Ιουνίου», είπε ο Alameda. «Έδειξα ότι ανήκω στους καλύτερους στον τελευταίο μου αγώνα ενάντια στον Λουίς Νέρι, και θα είμαι ακόμα καλύτερος απέναντι στον Λέο. Στόχος μου είναι να γίνω παγκόσμιος πρωταθλητής και σκοπεύω να δείξω όλα όσα έχω δουλέψει σε αυτόν τον αγώνα. Είμαι ενθουσιασμένος που θα πολεμήσω τον Λέο και θα δώσω στους θαυμαστές ένα υπέροχο σόου».

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DAVID BENAVIDEZ PUTS THE SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT DIVISION ON NOTICE,STOPS RONALD ELLIS IN 11th ROUND OF SATURDAY’S SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® MAIN EVENT

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Uncasville, Conn. – March 13, 2021 - Former two-time world champion David Benavidez kept his perfect ring record intact with an 11ου-round technical knockout victory against veteran Ρόναλντ Έλις in their WBC Super Middleweight Title Eliminator main event on Saturday night’s SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast, live on SHOWTIME from Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., in a Premier Boxing Champions event.

Phoenix’s Benavidez (24-0, 21 KOs) flashed brilliant hand speed, accuracy and power as he dominated Ellis (18-2-2, 12 KOs) του Lynn, Μάζα., επί 11 rounds before referee Johnny Callas finally waved off the fight at 2:03 of the penultimate round. The 24-year-old star held a significant lead on all three scorecards (99-91, 98-92 x2) at the time of the stoppage.

“I rate my performance pretty good but I know I could have done better,»Είπε ο Μπεναβίντεθ, who extended his perfect record to 24-0. “Ronald Ellis is a tough competitor. I just hope the fans like what they saw. I threw a lot of combinations, punches in bunches. There were a lot of times I thought Ellis was going to quit but he didn’t. Hats off to him, αυτός είναι ένας σκληρός τύπος. It was a little later than I wanted but a stoppage is still a stoppage. I hope the fans got a good show tonight.”

A boxing prodigy turned youngest super middleweight world champion in boxing history, Benavidez turned in a masterful performance as evidenced by his punch stats, προσγείωση 289 του 532 power punches thrown for an eye-popping connection rate of 54%. Benavidez connected on 50 punches in the 11ου round which ultimately led to the stoppage. Both fighters combined to throw 1,403 γροθιές. Following his dominating win on SHOWTIME, Benavidez is one step closer to reclaiming a super middleweight world title.

“I want all the big guys,” Benavidez added. “Speaking for the fans too, they would love to see me against all the big guys because as you can see, I love throwing punches. I love stopping people so me versus any big name would be an amazing fight. Θέλω [Jermall] Charlo, Canelo Alvarez, Ο Caleb φυτών, all of them.”

Ellis, 31, showed tremendous determination and a very sturdy chin as he absorbed the constant onslaught from the former two-time world champion. Often working off the ropes as Benavidez pressed the action, Ellis landed 89 από του 334 τρυπήματα.

“I could have popped the jab and controlled things a little bit more and not let him smother me,” said Ellis. “Hell yeah I wanted to finish. I didn’t want to give him that satisfaction. I could have moved a little bit more and not taken so many shots to the head. Hats off to him. He did what he had to do. Ποτέ δεν μου κάνει κακό, that’s the funny thing. I took a lot of shots but he didn’t damage me or have me super hurt. I never thought about quitting.”

The sports world lost an icon today as the death of Marvelous Marvin Hagler was reported hours before the live telecast began. A member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, Hagler, ο οποίος ήταν 66 ετών, fought in the first main event ever on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING on March 10, 1986. Hagler was honored with a ceremonial 10-count prior to tonight’s main event. Click Here to Watch SHOWTIME’s Tribute to Marvin Hagler

Benavidez reflected on Hagler’s passing after the fight: “I had met Marvin once before and he was a great champion. Someone told me he fought the first fight on SHOWTIME. Someone on my team let me know a few hours before the fight that he had passed. It’s sad and he will be missed. He was a true legend.”

Στο ομο-κύριο γεγονός, Ισαάκ Κρουζ (21-1-1, 15 KOs) of Mexico City earned a unanimous decision victory over Argentina’s Matias Romero (24-1, 8 KOs) in a 12-round WBA Lightweight Title Eliminator. It marked the first time that the 22-year-old Cruz went 12 rounds in his professional career. The judges’ scorecards read 114-113, 115-112 και 118-109. SHOWTIME’s unofficial scorer Steve Farhood scored the fight 115-112, giving rounds 10 μέσω 12 to the rising star.

“I’m not happy about the style of the fight but I am satisfied I took the victory home and we’ve come to the No. 1 spot in the WBA,", Είπε ο Κρουζ. “I didn’t know what was going to happen [as far as the judges]. We forced the fight at all times and it would have been very impossible for the judges to do something to me when I was the one pushing the fight.”

Throughout the 36-minute affair, Cruz constantly applied pressure against his opponent which led to Romero, the more seasoned professional, to hold excessively in an attempt to stall the pressure. Despite being warned frequently by referee Harvey Dock, the 24-year-old Romero was never penalized. During the rough-and-tumble contest, ωστόσο, Cruz was docked a point in the sixth round for a low blow.

“He was a fighter who didn’t want to exchange punches,” Cruz added, in reference to the persistent clinching. “I was very fed up with the clinches—there was never a warning toward him. I did my best out there. Not the best way I wanted to do it but thank God we won the fight and we’re taking the victory home.”

Romero presented an effective jab throughout the fight, προσγείωση 89 του 282, but it was Cruz’s power punching that ultimately earned him the victory. Σταυρός, who is now the No. 1 contender for a world title shot at 135 λίρες, προσγειώθηκε 145 του 459 διατρήσεις δύναμης, συμπεριλαμβανομένου 91 πυροβολισμούς σωμάτων.

“Obviously I’m not happy with the decision,” stated Romero following his first professional loss. “I thought maybe it was a draw. Overall I’m happy with my performance. He’s supposed to the be the ‘Pit Bull’ and I went the distance. You have to take the opportunities when they are presented and I wish I would have had more time to get ready for this fight.”

In the evening’s opening bout, Cleveland’s Terrell Gausha (22-2-1, 11 KOs) scored an impressive second-round technical knockout over fellow Ohioan Jamontay Clark (15-2-1, 7 KOs) του Σινσινάτι. Gausha, 33, did not land a single power punch in the opening round but worked well behind the jab, winning the round on two of the judges’ scorecards. As the second round neared completion, Gausha beautifully countered a lunging left hand from the southpaw Clark which sent the 26-year-old to the canvas for the first time in his professional career. Clark beat the count but moments later was met by a barrage of unanswered punches in the neutral corner. Referee Arthur Mercante jumped in and called a halt to the bout at 2:44 του δεύτερου γύρου.

“I knew Jamontay was a tough kid, I’ve been watching him since Cleveland so I knew about him already,” said Gausha. “I felt like I had a chance to knock him out but I didn’t know how the fight would play out. But I feel I did good, executed the game plan. My coaches had been studying film and we executed.

“I just took my time,” added Gausha. “I was setting traps. I knew he would be open eventually, but I had to be cautious too because he’s a rangy guy, has a good left hand. But I knew there were holes in his game and we executed and when the opportunity presented itself, we landed that big right hand.”

With his emphatic stoppage win, ο 2012 Olympian emerges as a contender for a title shot in the super welterweight division. In his first and only world title shot in 2017, Gausha dropped a unanimous decision to current super welterweight world champion Erislandy Lara.

“I know I made a statement tonight,” added Gausha. “I put the division on notice. I’m locked and loaded and I’m ready. I want to be a world champion so I’m looking to fight whoever I need to fight to get to the belts.”

Σάββατο SHOWTIME ΠΡΩΤΑΘΛΗΜΑ ΠΥΓΜΑΧΙΑΣ telecast will replay Sunday at 8:55 π.μ.. ET/PT on SHOWTIME and Monday at 10 μ.μ. ET on SHOWTIME EXTREME.

Veteran sportscaster Brian Custer hosted the telecast. Versatile combat sports voice Mauro Ranallo called the action ringside alongside Hall of Fame analyst Al Bernstein and three-division world champion Abner Mares. Two Hall of Famers rounded out the telecast team: boxing historian Steve Farhood as unofficial scorer and world-renowned ring announcer Jimmy Lennon Jr. The telecast was available in Spanish via Secondary Audio Programming (SAP) with former junior middleweight world champion Raúl “El Diamante” Marquez and Alejandro Luna calling the action. The executive producer was four-time Emmy® award winner David Dinkins, Jr. The director was Bob Dunphy, son of legendary Hall of Famer Don Dunphy.

The event was promoted by TGB Promotions and Sampson Boxing.

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