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LAS VEGAS – Aprile 27, 2019 – Robert Pasqua Jr. and Rances Barthelemy fought to a split-draw in their matchup for the vacant WBA Lightweight World Title Saturday on SHOWTIME from The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
The challenging fight to score was ruled 115-113 Barthelemy, 115-113 Easter and 114-114. The WBA 135-pound title remains vacant following the split decision.
With both former world champions needing a win in a crossroads affair, neither fighter was able to pull the trigger in a matchup of talented counterpunchers. The tall, rangy lightweights competed on the outside for much of the 12-round bout, and while both relied on their reach to keep their opponent at bay, they failed to land many effective shots from the outside.
The switch-hitting Cuban Barthelemy (27-1-1, 14 KO), who fought defensively for most of the fight, transitioned to mostly southpaw in the third. The former two-division world champion’s most effective punches appeared to be body shots from the southpaw stance, while Easter (21-1-1, 14 KO) was at his best when he countered with his right.
As the 12-round affair progressed, the corners of both fighters – Robert Easter Sr. and former Cuban champion Joel Casamayor – pleaded with their pugilists to increase their output to little avail. Neither fighter landed 10 punches in any round, and while Easter was slightly more active they combined to throw just 743 punzoni. They combined to land just 106 punzoni totale.
“I feel I did enough to win this fight but the judges saw it differently,” said Easter, who was fighting for the first time since losing to pound-for-pound great Mikey Garcia in a unification last summer. “They saw it a different way. Rances is a crafty fighter, an elusive fighter. I tried to take the fight to him but he wouldn’t take it. It was hard to land my shots.”
Barthelemy, who was returning to lightweight after losing a rematch to Kiryl Relikh in his bid to become Cuba’s first three-division world champion, was frustrated with the decision.
“Robert was absent in the ring tonight,” Barthelemy said. “I wanted him to land his right and he didn’t. I wanted him to come forward and he didn’t. We were prepared for a different Robert Easter – the one that attacks – but he didn’t show up so I couldn’t deliver my strategy.
“I landed the cleaner and more accurate shots. I feel I threw more punches. I was the busier fighter. I won the fight. I think this was a missed opportunity for me. I really feel I won this fight.”
Former 140-pound world champion Viktor Postol outclassed Mohamed Mimoune in a WBC Super Lightweight Eliminator, vincendo per decisione unanime 98-92, 97-93, 99-91 in the SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION co-feature.
Postol fought off a stiff jab and utilized his reach advantage to keep the fight at range. The Ukrainian, who was working with Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach, was the more active fighter from bell to bell, lancio 587 punches compared to just 306 for the French Mimoune. While Mimoune was elusive and able to slip many of Postol’s power shots, he never left himself in a position to effectively counter his taller and more aggressive opponent. The southpaw Mimoune (21-3, 2 KO) averaged just 30 punches per round and was off balance for much of the fight, throwing wide looping shots that rarely landed.
Dopo la lotta, Postol attributed his victory with being able to remain disciplined and stick to the game plan of Roach.
“I always try to be disciplined,” Postol said. “I did well tonight. My opponent’s style was a little awkward, but I did okay. If I could fight a guy like (Terence) Crawford, I can handle Mimoune. And I did.”
Dopo la lotta, Postol, who’s only losses came against top fighters Terence Crawford and Josh Taylor, promised to chase the elite of the 140-pound class.
“I want the next big fight,” Postol said. “Doesn’t matter who – WBC Champion Jose Ramirez would be a great choice. I was away for two years so I was a little bit worried before, but now I feel like I’m back. Sono 100 percent back and ready for the next test.”
Hall of Famer Steve Farhood, who served as unofficial ringside scorer for the SHOWTIME telecast, gave Postol all 10 of the rounds in the WBC Eliminator.
Nel match di apertura della trasmissione televisiva, fast-rising heavyweight Efe Ajagba added another knockout to his resume with a second-round TKO of previously once-beaten Michael Wallisch.
Ajagba (10-0, 9 KO) was aggressive from the outset, gettando quasi 100 punches in the opening round. Utilizing a steady diet of 1-2 combo, Ajagba landed at will in the second against Wallisch, who fought behind a high guard but couldn’t prevent the Nigerian’s power shots from landing. After eating a series of combos in the second, Wallisch (19-2, 12 KO) took a knee and was given time to recover after Ajagba appeared to throw and land a punch with his opponent on his knee. Wallisch got back up but was defenseless against Ajagba’s onslaught, forcing referee Tony Weeks to step in to stop the contest at 1:40.
“I took my time in there, I used my jab a lot and it worked,” said Agjaba, che sbarcò 43 per cento dei suoi colpi di potenza. “When I shot my right hand and he took it, I decided to keep unloading. I kept throwing combinations and I knew I was hurting him so I kept doing it.
“I’m happy to be training with Ronnie (Shields). He is one of the best trainers in the world. He helped me with my jab and he’s helping me develop as a fighter.”
Said trainer Ronnie Shields: “I think we still have a lot to learn. You saw he’s a busy guy and for a big guy to throw 93 punches in the first round, it’s a lot. He may be about a year away to becoming a contender. He will get there.”
Tonight’s live event was promoted by Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with About Billions Promotions.
An encore presentation of the tripleheader will air Monday at 10 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME EXTREME and will be available via the network’s On Demand platforms.
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ABOUT EASTER VS. BARTHELEMY Former lightweight world champion Robert Easter Jr. and former two-division champion Rances Barthelemy will meet for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title in the main event of a SHOWTIME BOXING: SPECIAL EDITION Saturday, Aprile 27 from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions. Copertura Televised inizia 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will also feature former super lightweight champion Viktor Postol taking on France’s Mohamed Mimoune in a WBC Super Lightweight Title Eliminator, while rising heavyweight sensation Efe Ajagba looks to remain unbeaten against once-beaten German Michael Wallisch in a 10-round heavyweight attraction.
Former Two-Division World Champion Barthelemy Takes on Robert Easter Jr. for WBA Lightweight Title This Saturday, Aprile 27 In diretta su Showtime® from The Chelsea Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions
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LAS VEGAS (Aprile 23, 2019) – Campione del mondo di due-divisione Former Rances Barthelemy and France’sMohamed Mimounecontinued preparations for their respective showdowns at a media workout in Las Vegas Tuesday before they step into the ring this Saturday, Aprile 27 live on SHOWTIME from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Barthelemy faces off against former lightweight world champion Robert Easter Jr. for the vacant WBA Lightweight title in the main event, while Mimoune takes on former champion Viktor Postol in a WBC 140-pound title eliminator as part of the action live on SHOWTIME beginning at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with About Billions Promotions, possono essere acquistati presso www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.comor through Ticketmaster.
Here is what the workout participants had to say Tuesday from Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas:
Rances Barthélemy
“The key thing for me to get back to the top, is to get back to my roots. It’s about using what made me a champion and getting back to that. We’ve gone back to our Cuban roots in training with Joel Casamayor and left any distractions behind. You’ll see all of that in my performance on Saturday night.
“Easter and myself are both on the road to redemption coming off of our first defeats. I expect the same Robert Easter Jr. that I’ve seen on tape. He comes forward and tries to fight it out. There’s nothing overly impressive about him to me.
“I’m ready for whatever Robert Easter Jr. wants. Se vuole una guerra, we’ll have a war. Everyone knows I’ve never backed down, but I’m going to win this fight with the intelligence that made me a world champion.
“Casamayor comes from the same streets as me, he knows my style, how I think and how I need to work. We identify with one another a lot so we don’t have to confront each other. With a simple look, I know what he’s trying to tell me. Between him and my brother, Yan, I feel blessed to have two Olympians in my corner.
“To the Cuban people, this will be my best fight and and a strong performance for the Cuban boxing community. I’m going to focus and work hard like us Cubans always have since we were born. I had to grow up through hardships and I’ve worked to show that anything is possible coming from Cuba.”
MOHAMED MIMOUNE
“Postol is one of the best that I will face but I am not afraid. I am confident I will win. I’ve studied him together with my coach and we have a strategy in place that you will see on Saturday.
“Sono molto eccitato per questa opportunità. It is every boxer’s dream to fight in Las Vegas and I am happy and ready to show the Americans what I have.
“I have no issues with Postol’s height advantage. I am prepared for it. It is not my first time facing off against a boxer that is taller than me. I have a very good reach as well, but it is my speed that will beat him.
“I have worked very hard after my losses and put all my effort into bettering my performance. I’m stronger and more mature now than ever. I know I have to win and I will win.
I’m looking forward to the opportunity to fight for the world title after I win on Saturday night. I’m dedicating this fight too all French people and I hope they make sure to not miss it on Saturday.”
JOEL CASAMAYOR, Barthelemy’s Trainer
“We’ve been training since mid-February for this fight. It’s been a long three months in the gym together. I see a different Rances. He’s fighting smarter and he’s gotten back to his Cuban roots. That’s what made him a two-time world champion.
“It’s hard to predict, but if it were up to me of course I’d say Rances will win by knockout. From what I’ve seen in training camp, Rances is going to put on a great performance Saturday night. He knows what he has to do.
“We have a great connection throughout camp. I just have to look into his eyes and I feel like I know what he’s going to bring. All the hard work has been done and he’s 100 percent ready for Saturday night.”
MEHDI OUMIHA, Mimoune’s Trainer
“Mohamed Mimoune is an improved fighter who’s shown a lot of new and different skills in training. We have the right tactics to earn this victory on Saturday.
“We are prepared for what Postol can bring, but we’re focused on Mohamed Mimoune being at his best. Everything I have seen in training camp makes me very confident that we’re going to win Saturday and go on to fight for the title.”
LEONARD Ellerbe, CEO di promozioni Mayweather
“Rances has a tremendous amount of experience. If you look at his earlier fights before he became champion and during his championship runs, he’s fought on the big stage time and time again.
“I think Rances’ experience will help in a fight like this, but Robert Easter Jr. has also been in big fights. They both bring a lot of background in exciting, high-quality fights. You have two fighters with something to prove looking to do just that live on SHOWTIME Saturday night.”
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ABOUT EASTER VS. BARTHELEMY Former lightweight world champion Robert Easter Jr. and former two-division champion Rances Barthelemy will meet for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title in the main event of aShowtime Boxing: EDIZIONE SPECIALE Sabato, Aprile 27 from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Copertura Televised inizia 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will also feature former super lightweight champion Viktor Postol taking on France’s Mohamed Mimoune in a WBC Super Lightweight Title Eliminator, while rising heavyweight sensation Efe Ajagba looks to remain unbeaten against once-beaten German Michael Wallisch in a 10-round heavyweight attraction.
Heavyweight Contender Andy Ruiz Jr. Defeats Alexander Dimitrenko By TKO After Round Five & Unbeaten Brandon Figueroa Stops Yonfrez Parejo After Eight Rounds to Capture Interim 122-Pound Title
PBC Fight Night Extra on FS1 & FOX Deportes Features Victories for Jeison Rosario & Alfredo Angulo, Plus Still Unbeaten Prospects Karlos Balderas, Omar Juarez & Rolando Romero
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CARSON, CALIF. (Aprile 20, 2019) – L'ex campione di due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia (35-2, 21 KO) caduto Adrian Granados (20-7-2, 14 KO) three times before stopping him in round seven Saturday night in a welterweight showdown that headlined Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.
“L'ho detto prima, when Danny Garcia is at his best, nobody can beat him,” ha detto Garcia. “I had gotten a little comfortable in the past, but I put my 110 percent into this fight and when I do, I beat everyone.”
Garcia got his offense started early, deflecting a right hand from Granados in round two and throwing a perfect left hook counter that dropped Granados for the first time in the fight. Granados continued to push and tried to change the tide, but an overhand right at the end of an exchange by Garcia sent Granados down for the second time in round two.
“It felt good landing that big left hook,” ha detto Garcia. “I was proud of my performance. I thought I did a great job tonight.”
“He was very sharp in the exchanges,” said Granados. “That’s where he was catching me. I knew that’s what I had to avoid. But the toughness in me is always ready to go. I was willing to engage.”
Granados tried to find ways to slow Garcia’s momentum, but while trying to crowd Garcia he was too often caught with power punches on the inside. Round four saw Granados begin to bleed heavily from the nose and in round five Granados was dropped for the third time, this time from a combination Garcia delivered while he had Granados on the ropes.
“The way to make a statement tonight was to stop him,” ha detto Garcia. “The game plan was to break him down. I have too many tools. I couldn’t let him hang around with me.
“He wanted to get closer to me and make it a dogfight. But I surprised him when I stood with him and banged to the body. Then I started making him miss and that’s when I stopped him.”
Nel settimo round, Garcia landed 48% of his power punches according to CompuBox, and after buzzing him several times, unleashed a flurry while Granados was on the ropes that forced referee Thomas Taylor to stop the bout 1:33 al settimo round.
“He caught me with some good shots but I really thought I was fine,” said Granados. “I think the referee was a little over-protective. I had a plan to go the whole fight and they stopped me on my feet. I was still catching him with shots. I was still dangerous and looking for a big shot to change the fight. The referee had to do his job though and I understand it.”
Con la vittoria, Garcia will look for more big fights with fellow elite welterweights.
“I hope I didn’t scare Manny Pacquiao away,” ha detto Garcia. “I’d love a rematch with Shawn Porter or Keith Thurman, or a fight with Errol Spence Jr. Sono tornato!” The co-main event featured heavyweight contender and Southern California fan-favoriteAndy “Il distruttore” Ruiz Jr. (32-1, 21 KO) scoring a TKO victory overAlexander Dimitrenko (41-5, 26 KO) after five rounds of action in their heavyweight showdown.
Ruiz flashed the exceptional hand speed that has defined his career, landing hard combinations to the head and body of the taller Dimitrenko. Ruiz stalked Dimitrenko, controlling the center of the ring and picking his spots to unload.
“He started slowing down and I could see the face he made when I hit him with body shots,” said Ruiz. “I just stayed disciplined and focused. I couldn’t get too anxious. I just wanted to break him down until the tree fell down.”
Dimitrenko tried to use his jab to keep Ruiz at bay and was able to cause a welt under Ruiz’s right eye as the early rounds went on. It was not enough to keep Ruiz from coming forward and in round five he began to pile up the punishment, punctuated with hard right hooks that snapped Dimitrenko’s head back.
“We worked on slipping his right hand and coming back with my own,” said Ruiz. “I missed with a few of them but I stayed busy. I focused on just getting the job done.”
After the fifth round, and on the advice of Dimitrenko’s corner, referee Ray Corona stopped the bout before round six could commence. Ruiz was comfortably ahead on all three scorecards and set his sights on another top heavyweight contender for his possible next opponent.
“For my next fight there’s somebody like me, a chubby exciting fighter I want,” said Ruiz. “Adam Kownacki I’m ready, let’s do this.”
The opening bout on FOX saw unbeaten top contenderBrandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa (19-0, 14 KO) earn the Interim WBA Super Bantamweight title by stoppingYonfrez Parejo (22-4-1, 11 KO) after eight rounds of action. Parejo did not answer the bell for round nine, forcing referee Jerry Cantu to stop the bout while Parejo was in the corner.
“This is an amazing feeling and a dream come true,” Detto Figueroa. “I can’t wait for what’s coming next.I thought I was going to finish him the next round. He had lasted pretty well but once I put the pressure up to another level, I knew he wouldn’t be able to continue.”
The 22-year-old Figueroa used his signature pressure early and often, walking through effective shots Parejo landed in the early rounds to establish his position in the fight. Parejo had success landing hooks while Figueroa was exposed on the inside, but was unable to avoid the return fire, especially the body shots that eventually led to the end of the fight.
“He threw a lot of strong shots to the body and I felt my legs go at the end of the last round,” said Parejo.”He’s very strong but sometimes flat-footed and I was trying to take advantage of that. He was too strong tonight.”
Figueroa began to throw even more combinations in the late rounds, nullifying the offense that Parejo was trying to get going. His most prolific rounds were rounds four and five, where he landed 31 e 41 power punches respectively. After a one-sided round eight where Figueroa out landed Parejo 33 a 15, it had become clear that Parejo didn’t have enough on his punches to stop the onslaught. The referee stopped the bout after consulting with Parejo before the start of the ninth round, officially giving Figueroa the victory.
“My conditioning was amazing and I felt strong every round,” Detto Figueroa. “I’m next in line and I’m ready for anyone.”
After the card on FOX, PBC Fight Night Extra on FS1 and FOX Deportes was headlined byJeison Rosario (19-1-1, 13 KO) winning a split-decision overJorge Cota (28-3, 25 KO) con il punteggio di 97-93 for Cota and 96-94 e 97-93 for Rosario in a 10-round super welterweight bout
The FS1 portion kicked off with highly-touted prospectRolando “Rollie” Romero (9-0, 8 KO) buttando giù Andres Figueroa (9-5, 5 KO) 1:27 into round four of their lightweight fight. Rising unbeaten and 2016 U.S. Olimpionico Carlos Balderas (8-0, 7 KO) remained perfect by stoppingLuis May(21-14-1, 8 KO) a 1:07 of round four in their lightweight battle and super lightweight prospectOmar Juarez(3-0, 1 KO)earned a unanimous decision by scores of 40-36 due volte e 39-37 after four rounds againstDwayne Bonds(3-2-1, 1 KO).
WBC Featherweight World Champion Gary Russell Jr. To Defend Against Former Champion Kiko Martinez In Co-Feature To Wilder vs. Breazeale Saturday, Maggio 18 In diretta su Showtime®
Unbeaten Super Lightweight Contender Juan Heraldez Takes On Former Champion Argenis Mendez in SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®Opener from Barclays Center in Brooklyn and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions
BROOKLYN(Aprile 19, 2019) – WBC Featherweight Campione del MondoGary Russell Jr.difenderà il suo titolo contro l'ex campione del mondoKiko Martinezin the co-feature to Wilder vs. Breazeale on Saturday, Maggio 18 in diretta su Showtime da Barclays Center, la casa di Brooklyn boxe ™, e presentata da Premier Boxing Champions.
Showtime Championship Boxing® inizia a 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will also feature unbeaten super lightweight contenderJuan Heraldezsquaring-off against former world championArgenis Mendezin un'attrazione da 10 round. The event is headlined by WBC Heavyweight ChampionDeontay “Il Bomber Bronzo” Wilderas he makes the ninth defense of his title against mandatory challengerDominic “Difficoltà” Breazeale.
“Gary Russell Jr. is one of the most skilled fighters in the sport and he’ll look to stake his spot atop the featherweight division on May 18 against the always exciting former champion Kiko Martinez,” ha detto Tom Brown, Presidente di Promotions TGB. “The event will also feature a battle between a rising contender in the 140-pound division in Juan Heraldez going up against one of the division’s toughest and most active contenders in Argenis Mendez. This is truly going to be an electric night leading up to heavyweight champion of the world Deontay Wilder in the main event.”
“Preceding the night’s main attraction will be Gary Russell Jr. defending his title against a tough and experienced Kiko Martinez, making for a battle that is sure to bring excitement to the fans, plus Mayweather Promotions’ young prospect Juan Heraldez will open the telecast looking to put on a show, as he continues to elevate his career to new heights,” , ha detto Leonard Ellerbe, CEO di promozioni Mayweather. “I’m confident that he will execute his game plan impressively and showcase his talent against a seasoned and tested Argenis Mendez, who has been in the ring with some of the top guys in the super lightweight division. The fans at Barclays and those tuning in on SHOWTIME will see a night of non-stop action come May 18.”
Tickets for this BombZquad event can be purchased atticketmaster.comebarclayscenter.com, Tickets can also be purchased at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center. Sconti di gruppo sono disponibili chiamando il 844-BKLYN-GP. The Heraldez vs. Mendez fight is co-promoted with Mayweather Promotions.
The 30-year-old Russell (29-1, 17 KO), who was born in Washington, D.C. and now lives in Capitol Heights, Maryland, will make the fourth defense of his featherweight world title on May 18 and his second career appearance at Barclays Center. Russell won his title by knocking out Jhonny Gonzalez in 2015. After stopping Patrick Hyland and Oscar Escandon, he most recently defeated previously unbeaten Joseph Diaz Jr. lo scorso maggio. Russell, che è allenato da suo padre, Gary, Sr., is part of a boxing family. Two of his younger brothers, Gary Antonio and Gary Antuanne, are currently unbeaten professionals.
“I expect to send a message to everyone in or near my division that I’m a force to be reckoned with,” disse Russell. “I want to unify against Leo Santa Cruz and I’m going to do what I have to do to get there. I’m never going to take any opponent lightly and right now, it’s my job to take care of Kiko Martinez before I worry about anything else. Il Maggio 18 you should expect to see excitement, potere di perforazione, velocità della mano, fast combinations and a great level of boxing IQ. I’m the best in boxing today and I prove that every time I get in the ring.”
A native of Comunidad Valenciana, Spagna, Martinez (39-8-2, 28 KO) has faced the best names in and around the featherweight division throughout his career. He won a super bantamweight world title in 2013 by stopping Jhonatan Romero and has faced the likes of Leo Santa Cruz, Carl Frampton, Josh Warrington and Scott Quigg. The 33-year-old is unbeaten in his last four contests, including most recently defeating Marc Vidal for a European featherweight title in October.
“I’ve been waiting for this opportunity to win another world title and I’m thankful and excited for May 18,” , ha detto Martinez. “Gary Russell Jr is in for a rude awakening. I have a lot of experience and I feel great at featherweight. There will be nothing better than celebrating my 50thfight with a new world title.”
The undefeated Heraldez(16-0, 10 KO) continued to rise up the rankings in 2019 when he knocked out Eddie Ramirez in their February showdown. The 28-year-old from Las Vegas earned a decision victory over Kevin Watts and a stoppage of Maynard Allison in 2018. That followed up a unanimous decision victory over then unbeaten prospect Jose Miguel Borrego in his first 10-round bout in August 2017 on the Mayweather vs. McGregor undercard.
“I’m one of the best super lightweights in the world and I’m going to show it again on May 18,” said Heraldez. “They keep lining them up and I’ll keep knocking them down. Mendez is good, veteran opposition, but I’m going to show I’m on a different level. This is a great opportunity to once again perform on a big stage and I’m going to take full advantage and steal the show.”
Mendez (25-5-2, 12 KO) most recently fought to a competitive split-draw against Anthony Peterson in March, running his unbeaten streak up to three fights. The 32-year-old defeated Eddie Ramirez and Ivan Redkach in back-to-back fights after losses to Robert Easter Jr. and Luke Campbell. Originally from San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic and now living in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mendez won the IBF super featherweight title with a knockout victory over Juan Carlos Salgado in 2013.
“This fight is do or die for me to become champion again,” said Mendez. “Anthony Peterson ran from me in our fight in March, so if Heraldez does that on May 18, I will be better prepared. If he stands and fights with me, I feel strongly that I will dominate him and make a statement to everyone that I’m an elite 140-pound fighter.”
L'ex due divisioni campione Garcia battaglie All-Azione Contender Granados in Premier Boxing Champions su FOX & FOX Sports Main Event Questo Sabato notte da Dignità Salute Sports Park in Carson, California – 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT
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SANTA MONICA, COME. (Aprile 17, 2019) – L'ex campione di due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia e contendente welter Adrian Granados ha partecipato a un allenamento dei media Mercoledì in quanto vicino alla loro prova di forza evento principale che titola Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes questo Sabato notte da Dignità Salute Sports Park a Carson, California.
L'allenamento inoltre ha caratterizzato concorrente dei pesi massimi Andy Ruiz Jr. e Alexander Dimitrenko, che si incontrano in un periodo di 10 round, e contendente imbattuto Brandon Figueroa, che affronta il Venezuela di Yonfrez Parejo in un match di 12 round per il provvisorio titolo WBA Super Bantamweight che prende il via la trasmissione a 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Ecco quello che i combattenti avevano da dire Mercoledì dalle Churchill Boxing Club a Santa Monica:
DANNY GARCIA
“Ho combattuto in questa arena, quando ero 6-0 quindi è eccitante essere di nuovo. Ho anche vinto il titolo welter contro Robert Guerrero a Los Angeles. L.A. è sempre stato buono con me. C'è una grande atmosfera e mi piace combattere qui.
“Sono pronto per chiunque, ma sto anche non guardando oltre Granados. Alla fine della giornata, Devo concentrarmi nella notte di Sabato. Devo ottenere questa vittoria.
“C'è molto in gioco, quindi so Granados sarà pronto. Mi sono allenato duramente e credo di essere nella migliore forma della mia vita. Penso di essere in una forma migliore oggi rispetto ai miei ultimi due combattimenti. Non vedo l'ora di mostrare il Sabato sera.
“Si guarda Danny Garcia combatte tu sai che io sto sempre oscillare cercando di mandare via la gente. Aspettatevi un altro scontro imperdibili il Sabato.
“So cosa Granados porta in tavola, ma credo nelle mie capacità e il duro lavoro che abbiamo messo in campo. Il piano è ovviamente quello di ottenere un knockout e guardare spettacolare, ma io sono più che pronto ad andare 12 giri duri.”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Questo è un classico in un making. Stiamo per mettere su uno spettacolo. Mi sento benissimo. Abbiamo chiuso fuori campo giusto e siamo pronti per il rock and roll il Sabato.
“Ci sono un sacco di sfide in questa lotta. Devo andare là fuori per dominare e portare la lotta di distanza da lui. Danny è un grande combattente e c'è una ragione per lui è un grande nome in questo sport. Questa è un'opportunità che ho intenzione di sfruttare.
“Non mi ha sorpreso che Shawn Porter ha detto che ero una lotta più dura di Danny Garcia. Ho visto entrambi i combattimenti e si poteva vedere alla fine che avevo Shawn corsa per la sopravvivenza. Ha fatto quello che doveva fare per sfuggire, ma per questa lotta che sto prendendolo dalle mani di chiunque altro.
“Non credo che Danny sta guardando dietro di me, ma so che ha grandi progetti. Sono qui per interrompere tali piani. Ho i miei progetti. Ho intenzione di catapultare a me stesso di cui appartengo e dove avrei dovuto sempre stato.
“I miei genitori hanno lavorato così duramente per mettermi sulla strada giusta. Sono stato coinvolto con lo sport come un bambino e mai guardato indietro. Ho sempre alloggiato attenzione per i miei sport e studi. Le tentazioni erano lì a Chicago. Ho soggiornato fedele a me stesso e ora sono in un posto dove un sacco di persone guardano a me. Se vinco il Sabato si può dimostrare che tutto è possibile.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“Questa sarà la mia lotta quarto in questa sede. Ho ottenuto un ko ogni volta, quindi penso che sia una buona un'arena fortuna per me. Ho avuto battute d'arresto, ma io sono pronto per la mia rimonta.
“Mi sono allenato duramente per questa lotta per fare una dichiarazione. Sono eccitato per ottenere questa vittoria e farlo con enfasi.
“Dimitrenko è un combattente veterano e so che non posso prendere alla leggera. Stiamo per essere pronti e può vinca il migliore. Sono pronto ad assumere tutti gli sfidanti.
“Ho solo bisogno di rimanere sciolto e lasciare che le mie mani vanno. Ho intenzione di mostrare il tipo di combattente che io sono. La mia velocità e il modo in cui io uso l'anello sarà una chiave.
“Ho visto scontri di Dimitrenko, e so Devo solo fare quello che devo fare. Penso che sia più difficile per lui combattere un ragazzo più piccolo come me, in particolare uno con velocità e che getta le combinazioni.”
Alexander Dimitrenko
“Questa è una lotta importante per me e io sono qui per vincere. Questa non è una novità per me. Il mio lavoro è quello di venire qui mettere su una grande prestazione. Sono stato un pro per molto tempo e sono pronto per Sabato.
“Ho più esperienza in grandi lotte di Ruiz. Ho intenzione di dare il massimo in questa lotta. Non c'è pressione su di me e mi sento rilassato e pronto per la guerra.
“La mia ultima battaglia contro Bryant Jennings si è conclusa con un pessimo arresto e sto cercando di cancellare quella memoria. Una vittoria il Sabato è importante per me e io non sto cercando passato. Devo fare il mio lavoro e vedremo cosa succede dopo che.
“Questa è la mia prima volta a Los Angeles, Ho ottenuto per godere del clima un po ', ma è tutto business. Mi sono concentrato sulla lotta il Sabato, che è stato l'obiettivo tutto campo e stiamo portando fino ad un grande spettacolo il Sabato.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“Questo è un momento che ho aspettato per da quando ero un ragazzino. L'opportunità è qui, Sono pronto e non vedo l'ora di prenderlo.
“Ho avuto davvero un buon campo di addestramento. Il mio corpo è pronto fisicamente e mentalmente. So che Parejo è davvero un buon combattente che sta andando a cercare di box me. Mi sento come una volta ho messo la pressione su di lui, Ho intenzione di essere in grado di dominarlo.
“Penso Parejo ha punti deboli sul suo gioco dentro, che è qualcosa che mi Sono veramente bravo a. Mi sento come se per i miei ultimi combattimenti che ho usato che per dominare i miei avversari.
“Questo è il mio momento di brillare. Ho avuto un ottimo campo di addestramento e sono qui per approfittare di questa opportunità. Sono solo 22 anni di età e ho lavorato duramente per arrivare dove sono in questo momento.”
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DI GARCIA VS. GRANADOS Garcia vs. Granados vedrà due ex-divisione campione del mondo Danny “Veloce” Garcia combattendo robusto veterano Adrian Granados in un attacco welter 12-round che titoli Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes Sabato, Aprile 20 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Heavyweight contendente Andy Ruiz Jr. assume Alexander Dimitrenko in un periodo di 10 round in co-feature e imbattuto contendente Brandon Figueroa battaglie del Venezuela Yonfrez Parejo in un match di 12 round per il provvisorio titolo WBA Super Bantamweight che apre la trasmissione in prima serata FOX che inizia 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
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Former Two-Division World Champion Faces Former Champion Robert Easter Jr. for WBA Lightweight Title Saturday, Aprile 27 In diretta su Showtime® from The Chelsea Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Presented by Premier Boxing Champions
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LAS VEGAS (Aprile 16, 2019) – Campione del mondo di due-divisione Former Rances Barthelemy discussed changes to his training camp as he nears a vacant WBA Lightweight Title showdown with former lightweight championRobert Pasqua Jr. che si terrà Sabato, Aprile 27 live on SHOWTIME from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Coverage on SHOWTIME begins at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will also feature former super lightweight championViktor Postol taking on France’sMohamed Mimounein a WBC Super Lightweight Title Eliminator, while rising heavyweight sensationEfe Ajagbalooks to remain undefeated against once-beaten GermanMichael Wallisch in una attrazione dei pesi massimi 10 round.
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After losing for the first time in his pro career in a 140-pound title fight against Kiryl Relikh last March, Barthelemy rebounded to stop Robert Frankel in December as he prepared to return to the lightweight division to face Easter. Since the loss to Relikh, Barthelemy made fellow Cuban and former world champion Joel Casamayor head trainer as he looks to return to the championship ranks.
Here is what Barthelemy had to say from training camp at Prince Ranch Bones Adams Boxing Gym in Las Vegas:
How has training camp gone so far?
“Everything has been going well under the guidance of Joel Casamayor and the assistance of my brother Yan Barthelemy and Oscar Vasquez. We have been training twice a day and sparring three to four times a week against solid guys like former world champion and ex-opponent Mickey Bey. Like they say, ‘iron sharpens iron’ and the quality of sparring has been tremendous help in getting me ready for April 27. I feel better prepared both mentally and physically than I did in my most recent fights.”
What do you make of Robert Easter Jr. and what do you know about him?
“I have seen various Robert Easter Jr fights and have been studying him very closely. He’s a great boxer who likes to use his height and reach to his advantage. He’s an ex-world champion who has fought quality opponents. He deserves all of my respect but we are very confident that we will be victorious against him.”
Do you feel you have been able to rebound from your first career defeat?
“Most definitely, I have been able to move on and use that defeat as a lesson in my career. They say sometimes we learn more in defeat than we do in victories and that was the case in that fight.
“Sometimes we do not see clearly when we are winning. Bad habits or little details that need correction are overlooked when you are winning. Sometimes we do not even see them. I feel rejuvenated and we have made many important changes that were necessary for my career. You will see on April 27 that there is still much more left from Team Barthelemy.”
What would it mean to become a champion again on April 27?
“We have no doubt that we’ll become champion again for a third time on April 27. This will bring my name back at the top of the sport with many potential big fights to be made. It will mean so much more to me because Cuban boxing has currently gone through a rough patch and this victory will allow Cuba to have a champion once again.”
Any final message to your fans before your fight?
“Please make sure to tune in on April 27. This fight will be very competitive, with two evenly-skilled former world champions looking to reclaim their status at the top of the sport. Fights like this are what make boxing great. Cuba will have a champion once again on April 27!”
Former Champions Peter Quillin & Caleb Truax Battle in Super Middleweight Title Eliminator This Saturday in Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 & FOX Deportes Main Event from The Armory in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS (Aprile 11, 2019) – Ex campioni del mondo Pietro “Kid Chocolate” Quillin e Caleb “D'oro” Truax went face-to-face Thursday at the final press conference before they meet in an IBF Super Middleweight World Title Eliminator that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 and FOX Deportes this Saturday from the Armory in Minneapolis.
Also in attendance at the press conference were top middleweight contenderSergiy Derevyanchenko e Jack Culcay, who battle in an IBF Middleweight Title Eliminator, and sensational prospectJoey Spencer, che assume Osias Vasquezto kick off the telecast beginning at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento, which is promoted by Warriors Boxing and TGB Promotions, sono già in vendita, and can be purchased at the Armory athttp://ArmoryMN.com/ e tramite Ticketmaster.
Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from the Generals Hall at The Armory:
PETER Quillin
“I’m here to put on a great fight. That’s what we worked so hard to do on Saturday night. I’m excited to showcase my talents on FS1 and FOX Deportes and make a statement at super middleweight.
“My wife just had a daughter, and that’s been my biggest motivation all training camp. I’m fighting for my family, not just myself. I’m hoping to inspire people who see my story and realize it’s not just about the fight, but about what we’re fighting for. I’m here to spread a positive message.
“When we’re in that ring, all I’m going to see is Caleb Truax, nothing else matters. I’m very fortunate to be here and have the chance to display my skills. He has to look good in front of his fans, and I’m just here to give the fans a good fight. There’s no pressure to do anything extra.
“The weather here kind of reminds me of back home in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Going to new cities is kind of like having new places to conquer. I’m here with the right mindset that Minnesota is going to be a place I’m remembered and that I’ll have a great memory from.
“When I sparred Caleb I remember I knocked his headgear off and it flew across the ring, that’s the only thing I really remember from that. I knew our paths could eventually cross. I’ve had my eye on him and I was really happy for him when he won his title. I have a feeling we’re going to combine for a great fight.
“I have a very determined opponent and I’m fighting in his backyard. It’s a tough fight for both of us. I have to put my authority down on this fight and control it. It’s going to be hard with all his fans in there, but what I’ve always done is take negative circumstances, and turn them into positives.”
CALEB Truax
“I’m excited for Saturday night. It’s a big fight and important for me that I’m in the main event and in a title eliminator. I’m looking to earn a chance at another title and I know that I have to take care of business on Saturday to get there.
“I’m looking forward to sharing the ring with Peter Quillin, a guy I’ve known and respected for a while. He’s accomplished a lot. I think that our styles are really going to clash and give the fans a lot of action and drama.
“Peter and I sparred a long time ago, rientrare 2012. I came away feeling confident that if we ever fought, I’d be able to get the job done. I don’t remember much of the specifics, but I felt confident from the experience. Contemporaneamente, I’m expecting an even better Peter Quillin on Saturday night and that’s what I trained for.
“I’ve tried to train a little bit smarter for this one. I need to focus more on recovery at this point in my career. I’ve had pretty much the same team around me for a while now. We do the old school training and work hard every day.
“The stakes are high for this fight. Whoever wins hopefully gets a crack at the title. It’s going to be tough for the loser to bounce back. If I want to keep fighting I have to leave Saturday with my hand raised.
“It’s a thrill to be in this fight and have it here at The Armory in front of my hometown fans. I saw the support that (fellow Minnesota-native) Jamal James got for his last fight, and I’m expecting more of that on Saturday. It’s going to be special and I’m going to take advantage.”
SERGIY DEREVYANCHENKO
“I’m happy to be here for this world title elimination fight. This fight is important for my career to get back to where I want to go and to show what I am capable of.
“On Saturday night I’m going to put on a really good show and give the fans a beautiful fight. Everyone knows I always bring action and great technical skill. I am confident that I will be victorious on Saturday and go on to win a world championship.”
JACK CULCAY
“It’s nice to be here and I’m very thankful for this opportunity against Derevyanchenko. It’s a great honor for me to be in this fight against one of the best middleweights in the world. This the step that I was looking to take in my career.
“I’ve been sparring with Caleb Truax, and I feel it’s gotten me completely ready for this challenge. I’m going to show it in the ring on Saturday night. It’s going to be a lot of action and a lot of skill in the ring.”
JOEY SPENCER
“I’m really excited to be fighting on this card headlined by Peter Quillin and Caleb Truax. I want to thank everyone for the support, both my fans and my team for everything that’s gotten me here. We’ve worked really hard every day in training camp and I can’t wait to put on a show.
“The Armory is a great venue with great energy. I’ve fought here before and I’m looking forward to coming out and putting on another great performance for this Minneapolis crowd.”
LEON Margules, Presidente Warriors Boxing
“I’m excited to welcome everyone back to the latest PBC fight night at the armory. Those who have come to the previous shows have noticed that the crowds have gotten larger and larger. These shows are generating great excitement and Saturday is another example of a card loaded with elite fighters.
“It’s really a terrific treat to be promoting this card. It should be a great night of boxing for everyone at The Armory and watching on FS1 or FOX Deportes. This card is stacked from top to bottom and is set to deliver from start to finish.”
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ABOUT QUILLIN VS. TRUAX Quillin vs. Truax will see former world championPietro “Kid Chocolate” Quillin eCaleb “D'oro” Truax battle in a 12-round IBF Super Middleweight title eliminator that headlines Premier Boxing Champions on FS1 and FOX Deportes Saturday, Aprile 13 dall'Armeria di Minneapolis.
La trasmissione televisiva inizia alle 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and features top middleweight contenderSergiy Derevyanchenko assumendo Jack Culcay in a 12-round IBF title eliminator and sensational undefeated prospectJoey Spencerstepping into the ring for a six-round super welterweight fight.
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Veterano Adrian Granados Contender & Heavyweight Contender Andy Ruiz Jr. Preparati per Premier rispettive Boxing Champions su FOX & FOX Deportes Matchups Sabato, Aprile 20 Da Dignità Salute Sport Park di Carson, California
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LOS ANGELES (Aprile 4, 2019) – All-azione welter Adrian Granados un nd concorrente pesante Andy Ruiz Jr. ha continuato la preparazione per le rispettive prove di forza ad un allenamento dei media a Los Angeles Giovedi prima di intervenire sul ring Sabato, Aprile 20 come parte del Premier Boxing Champions su FOX e FOX Deportes dalla dignità Salute Sports Park a Carson, California.
Granados affronterà l'ex campione del mondo due divisioni Danny “Veloce” Garcia in un attacco welter 12-round che l'azione titoli, mentre il sud della California Ruiz-nativa assume Alexander Dimitrenko in azione dei pesi massimi come parte della trasmissione con inizio alle 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT. I fan sono invitati ad arrivare presto per non perdere nessuna delle azioni televisivo.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
Ecco ciò che i partecipanti di allenamento avevano da dire Giovedi dalle Fortune palestra a Los Angeles:
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“Mi sento benissimo. Sto iniziando a picco e tutto sta facendo clic. Ho avuto un grande campo e io sono solo eccitato per questa lotta.
“Questo è un grande matchup stile. Danny è un pugile forte e un grande bancone perforatore. Ho intenzione di essere proprio lì. Ho intenzione di venire con esso. Ho anche un sacco di beni immateriali che le persone non vedono. Io non sono unidimensionale e ho alcuni trucchi nella manica.
“Penso di avere più cane in me che Danny fa. Si lamenta molto e anche si allontana con un sacco. Lui fa quello che deve fare per vincere. Non sono mai stato dato niente e credo di avere molto di più per dimostrare di lui.
“Le mie lotte contro Shawn Porter e Adrien Broner erano buone preparazione per questo. Credo che contro Broner avrei ottenuto la decisione, ma non l'ho fatto. contro Porter, Ho combattuto la battaglia sbagliata e perso l'occasione ho avuto. Ho un chip sulla mia spalla da entrambe le esperienze.
“Questa è la mia occasione per mostrare al mondo della boxe che io sono élite e ottenere la mia title shot. Ho sempre desiderato di diventare un campione del mondo, e non ho la mia occasione a 140 dove ho battuto il numero uno contender. Non ho paura a combattere chiunque, quindi sono qui per ottenere una grande vittoria.
“Penso di aver bisogno di un arresto o di una vittoria dominante. It has to be one-sided. I have enough controversial losses that I know that I can’t leave it up to the judges. I’m training hard to dominate the fight.
“I’m kind of a ‘young vet’ because I’m only 29-years-old but I’m battle-tested. I was never promoted until the last three or four years. I’ve had to do what I had to coming up. I took the tough fights that most prospects wouldn’t.
“I always knew I had the talent to be at this level and I’m glad that I’m respected and recognized now, but it’s time for me to get a big win. I’m going to show that I really belong and I’m an elite fighter.”
ANDY RUIZ JR.
“All the hard work in the gym has been paying off and I feel prepared for April 20. Sto affrontando un ragazzo esperto che è alto, ma credo che la mia pressione e la mia velocità renderà difficile per lui.
“Abbiamo esaminato le lotte del passato di Dimitrenko e mettere insieme un piano di gioco. Stiamo andando a bastone ad esso ed eseguire. Stiamo andando ad attaccare il corpo e credo che con la mia velocità e combinazioni ho intenzione di tirarlo fuori di lì.
“Sto tornando da un licenziamento, ma è finita e in questo momento il mio obiettivo è quello di fare una dichiarazione e far sapere a tutti che io sono di nuovo in azione. Sono pronto a prendere uno dei punti in cima alla divisione.
“Ci sono un sacco di grandi lotte che voglio, ma la mia mente è totalmente concentrato aprile 20. Non sono mai stato questo motivato. Ho intenzione di lottare più spesso e sono contento di avere l'opportunità.
“Combattere per i tifosi messicani mi dà più motivazione che mai. Voglio essere il primo campione dei pesi massimi messicana del mondo e, si spera quest'anno o il prossimo anno sarò realizzare quei sogni.
“Ho tutto quello che ho bisogno ora per arrivare dove voglio andare. Questo è solo l'inizio. I più lotte che ho, il meglio che ho intenzione di essere alla ricerca.
“E 'bello poter lottare nel sud della California e so che ci saranno un sacco di messicani là fuori aprile 20. E 'sempre una grande atmosfera e il mio piano di gioco è quello di rubare la scena. Ho intenzione di dare tutto quello che ho per i tifosi.
“Credo che Dimitrenko sta per usare il suo jab e muoversi. Lui è alto, ma non può scappare per sempre. Ad un certo punto si deve essere lì in punta di dito del piede. Abbiamo lavorato sul nostro movimento della testa e abbiamo intenzione di essere pronti a tutto egli porta.”
TOM BROWN, Presidente di Promotions TGB
“Andy Ruiz Jr. è esattamente dove dovrebbe essere in questo momento. E 'lo stesso nuovamente dedicato allo sport del pugilato e quando lo fa, ci potrebbe non essere un peso massimo di meglio là fuori. Ha viaggiato in Nuova Zelanda e ha preso su Joseph Parker nel suo cortile e ha perso una decisione a maggioranza. Ha assaggiato e ha fame di nuovo.
“Probabilmente Adrian Granados potrebbe avere un record di 27-1 ed è pronto per il suo momento di brillare. Mi piace dove sia mentalmente per quanto riguarda la presa in carico e vincere queste lotte, così da poter andare avanti e diventare un campione, che è stato il suo obiettivo da quando è entrato in gioco.”
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DI GARCIA VS. GRANADOS Garcia vs. Granados vedrà due ex-divisione campione del mondo Danny “Veloce” Garcia combattendo robusto veterano Adrian Granados in un attacco welter 12-round che titoli Premier Champions boxe su FOX e FOX Deportes Sabato, Aprile 20 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
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Viktor Postol And France’s Mohamed Mimoune Battle in 140-Pound Title Eliminator Plus Rising Heavyweight Sensation Efe Ajagba Meets Once-Beaten Michael Wallisch onSHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® Tripleheader
Presented by Premier Boxing Champions from The Chelsea Inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
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LAS VEGAS – (Marzo 29, 2019) – Former lightweight world championRobert Pasqua Jr.and former two-division championRances Barthelemy will meet for the vacant WBA Lightweight Title on Saturday, Aprile 27 live on SHOWTIME from The Chelsea inside of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and presented by Premier Boxing Champions.
Copertura Showtime Championship Boxing inizia alle 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT and will also feature former super lightweight championViktor Postol taking on France’sMohamed Mimounein a WBC super lightweight title eliminator, while rising heavyweight sensationEfe Ajagbalooks to remain unbeaten against once-beaten GermanMichael Wallisch in una attrazione dei pesi massimi 10 round.
Easter vs. Barthelemy pits two highly skilled and explosive former 135-pound champions against each other as they look to grab a title and vault themselves back into the top echelon of the lightweight division.
Easter will return to the ring for the first time since losing his IBF title in a unification showdown with WBC Champion and pound-for-pound great Mikey Garcia last July on SHOWTIME. Barthelemy is undefeated at 135 pounds and returns to the lightweight division for his second fight since losing a 140-pound title rematch to Kiryl Relikh last March on SHOWTIME.
“Two former champions looking to reclaim their championship status speaks for itself in terms of the action and will to win that Easter and Barthelemy will bring on April 27,” , ha detto Leonard Ellerbe, CEO di promozioni Mayweather. “Both guys have already proven that they have what it takes to take care of business at this level. The eliminator bout, with Postol bringing his experience and Mohamed looking to take advantage of the opportunity, is a great lead-in to the main event attraction. Di Più, Efe Ajagba will bring his A+ game in pursuit of a victory over Michael Wallisch. The fans in attendance at the Cosmopolitanhere in Las Vegas, and tuning in on SHOWTIME, are in for a treat.”
“Easter vs. Barthelemy is a true 50-50 fight that will end with one of these fighters leaving the ring with one of the top spots in the lightweight division,” ha detto Tom Brown, Presidente di Promotions TGB. “Both are former world champions at lightweight and possess the styles and attributes that should make this an action-packed match. Combined with a very competitive title eliminator between Viktor Postol and Mohamed Mimoune, plus the can’t-miss punching power of Efe Ajagba, this is going to be a dramatic night on SHOWTIME and at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.”
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, which is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with About Billions Promotions, sarà in vendita lunedì, Aprile 1, e può essere acquistato presso www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.comor through Ticketmaster.
The 28-year-old Easter (21-1, 14 KO) won the IBF Lightweight Championship in 2016 by edging an exciting split-decision against then-unbeaten and current IBF titleholder Richard Commey. After two successful title defenses in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio, Easter defeated former champion Javier Fortuna by decision in a January 2018 fight in SHOWTIME.
That victory set up a unification with WBC champion Mikey Garcia, in which Easter survived an early knockdown to push Garcia the full 12 rounds before coming up short on the scorecards. At 5-foot-11, Easter has continued to show the combination of size, skill and athleticism that made him a highly regarded prospect following an amateur career that featured a spot as an alternate on the 2012 U.S. Squadra olimpica.
“I’ve wanted to fight Barthelemy since he had the lightweight title and vacated it, and now I have the chance,” said Easter. “He has an awkward style and I’m up for that challenge. I am still coming in as the taller fighter with a reach advantage and I’ll use it to make this fight go how I want it to. He is a former world champion and he is coming to bring it just like I am.”
A decorated Cuban amateur who hails from a boxing family that includes his older brother, Olympic Gold Medalist Yan, and younger brother, unbeaten featherweight Leduan, Rances Barthelemy (27-1, 14 KO) will return to lightweight to vie against one of the best fighters in the division. The 32-year-old now trains in Las Vegas and previously captured a 135-pound belt by defeating Denis Shafikov in December 2015.
Barthelemy won a 130-pound championship by defeating Argenis Mendez in 2014 and attempted to become the first Cuban three-division champion when he moved up to 140-pounds for his first fight against Relikh, a title eliminator that he won by decision. After dropping the rematch to Relikh in a vacant title fight on SHOWTIME, Barthelemy returned to the ring in December and stopped Robert Frankel.
“I’m looking forward to a great fight against Robert Easter Jr,” Detto Barthelemy. “I know I have what it takes to beat him and capture another title and become a three-time world champ. My best performances have come at 135 libbre. Both of us are former world champions who are hungry and will give the fans a sensational night of boxing. I’ve never lost at lightweight and that will continue on April 27. Don’t miss this fight on SHOWTIME. It’s now or never!”
Originally from Ukraine, but now fighting out of Los Angeles, Postol (30-2, 12 KO) previously earned a 140-pound world title by knocking out Lucas Matthysse in 2015. The 35-year-old dropped the title in a unification showdown with Terence Crawford in 2016 before bouncing back by defeating then unbeaten Jamshidbek Najmiddinov. Last June he dropped a decision to unbeaten contender Josh Taylor and most recently he defeated Siar Ozgul in November.
The 31-year-old Mimoune (21-2, 2 KO) has fought professionally since 2010 e farà il suo U.S. debut against Postol on April 27. Representing Haute-Garonne, Francia, egli è imbattuto nella sua ultima 10 fights dating back to 2014. His last five victories have come in 12-round decisions, including two last year over then unbeaten Emiliano Dominguez and most recently against Franck Petitjean.
Nigeria’s Ajagba (9-0, 8 KO) gained notoriety last August 24 when his opponent, Curtis Harper, walked out of the ring after touching gloves to start the first round. The 24-year-old, 2016 Nigerian Olympian won the fight without throwing a punch as Harper was disqualified. In his last fight Ajagba, who lives in Stafford, Texas and trains with Ronnie Shields, defeated his toughest competition to date by stopping longtime contender Amir Mansour after two rounds.
Combattimento da Monaco di Baviera, Germania, Wallisch (19-1, 12 KO) ha vinto il suo primo 19 pro fights after turning pro in 2010, including a German heavyweight title-winning performance in 2013 against Alexander Kahl. The 33-year-old fought three times last year, picking up two knockout victories before losing to Christian Hammer in December.
Also in Action! Veteran Brawler Alfredo Angulo, 2016 U.S. Olympian Karlos Balderas & Sensational Lightweight Prospect Omar Juarez Competing in Separate Televised Bouts Beginning at 10:30 p.m. E / 7:30 p.m. PT Following PBC on FOX Broadcast
CARSON, CALIF. (Marzo 27, 2019) – Hard-hitting contenderJeison Rosario assume del Messico Jorge Cotain a 10-round middleweight fight that headlinesPBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAon FS1 and FOX Deportes Saturday, Aprile 20 da Dignità Salute Sports Park, precedentemente StubHub Centro, in Carson, California.
Battle-hardened veteranAlfred “Cane” Angulowill fight in the co-main event of the telecast, while exciting lightweight prospect and 2016 U.S. Olimpionico Carlos Balderas assumePedro Vicentein a six or eight round bout and highly-decorated lightweight prospectOmar Juarezclashes with Mexico’sLuis Gerardo Perez Salasin a four-round match to open the telecast at 10:30 p.m. E / 7:30 p.m. PT.
PBC FIGHT NIGHT – EXTRAwill follow the PBC on FOX primetime show headlined by former two-division world champion Danny “Veloce” Garcia battling rugged veteran Adrian Granados in a 12-round welterweight bout.
Heavyweight contender Andy Ruiz takes on Alexander Dimitrenko in a 10-round bout in the co-feature and unbeaten contender Brandon Figueroa battles Venezuela’s Yonfrez Parejo in a 12-round match for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title that opens the primetime FOX broadcast that begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 pm. PT.
I biglietti per l'evento dal vivo, che è promossa da Promozioni TGB e Promozioni Mayweather, in associazione con promozioni DSG, sono già in vendita. I biglietti possono essere acquistati presso AXS.com o alla dignità Salute Sports Park botteghino da 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.
The non-stop block of boxing promises wall-to-wall action for fans who tune into FOX, FOX Deportes and FS1.
Rosario (18-1-1, 13 KO) was busy last year, scoring victories in three of four fights in 2018, including wins over then-unbeaten Jamontay Clark and contender Justin DeLoach. E 'venuta fuori una vittoria arresto su Marcos Hernandez nel mese di febbraio su FS1, che vendicato una spaccatura disegnare i due pugili combattuto al 2018. Il 23-year-old da Santo Domingo, Repubblica Dominicana che ora vive a Miami, Florida, avrà le mani piene contro il Cota incisiva (28-2, 25 KO). Il 31-year-old Cota da Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Il Messico ha segnato tre vittorie eliminazione diretta dopo aver perso a Erickson Lubin in 2017. Sta venendo fuori una vittoria TKO su Euri Gonzalez nel mese di novembre
Balderas (7-0, 6 KO) segnato tre vittorie arresto totale nelle sue lotte scorso anno e continua a progredire su per la scala leggera. Il 23-year-old Balderas di Santa Maria, California, era un membro del 2016 U.S. squadra di boxe olimpica e più recentemente smesso di Jose Cen Torres nel mese di febbraio. Vicente (6-2, 2 KO) is looking to build on the momentum from his unanimous decision victory over Luis Miguel Ortiz in his last fight in January.
The 19-year-old Juarez (2-0, 1 KO), who is from Brownsville, Texas, will be climbing back into the ring quickly after scoring a knockout victory over Phillip Percy in February. Salas (5-2, 1 KO) is looking to rebound from back-to-back losses when he steps in against Juarez.
In other non-televised action, Los Angeles bantamweightDaniel Guzman (2-1-1, 1 KO) takes on Monterrey, Del Messico Hugo Rodriguez (0-3) in quattro round, unbeaten Alhambra, Cal., welter Emmanuel Medina (16-0, 9 KO) battles Japan’sGaku Takahashi (16-9-1, 8 KO) in an eight-round match and Colorado Springs’ Ricky Lopez (20-4, 6 KO) facce Joe Perez (14-3-1, 10 KO) in a 10-round super featherweight bout. Round out the card is Fontana, California di Raymond Murattala (6-0, 4 KO) meeting Mexico’sEduardo Reyes (9-15, 6 KO) in a six-round lightweight bout and Edinburg, Texas’ Nelson Hampton (4-2, 4 KO) combattimenti in quattro round attrazione speciale leggero.
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