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Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao ditetapkan untuk mengejar sejarah lagi malam Sabtu ini – Tinju Pencahayaan Berkongsi kegemaran "Manny Moments" & Pratonton Pacquiao vs. Pertarungan barrios menjelang malam bintang

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Las Vegas - Julai 15, 2025 -Kebanggaan Filipina, Juara Dunia Lapan Divisi dan Bulan lalu, seorang inductee ke Hall of Fame Tinju Antarabangsa. Walaupun ia kelihatan seperti yang lebih besar dari kehidupanManny "Pacman" Pacquiaotelah mencapai semua yang anda dapat dalam sukan ini, Dia boleh menambah bab lain kepada warisan bersejarahnya Sabtu ini, Julai 19 Apabila dia mencabar WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario "El Azteca" BarriosDalam acara utama acara bayar per-pandangan PBC pada video utama dari MGM Grand Garden Arena di Las Vegas.

Selain menjadi pejuang pertama untuk mencapai prestasi yang tidak dapat difahami untuk memenangi gelaran dunia selepas induksi Hall of Fame, Pacquiao boleh memecahkan rekodnya sendiri sebagai juara dunia welter tertua dalam sejarah jika dia mengambil tali pinggang WBC dari Barrios. Pacquiao pada asalnya menetapkan tanda pada bulan Julai 2019, Ketika dia mengalahkan Keith Thurman yang tidak terkalahkan pada usia 40 tahun. Dalam era yang dilihat superstar dalam 40 mereka seperti Tom Brady dan LeBron James terus cemerlang di peringkat tertinggi, Pacquiao keluar untuk membuktikan sekali lagi bahawa dia seorang atlet generasi yang melampaui sukan ini.

Pacquiao akan kembali ke gelanggang di tempat yang dia buat sendiri, MGM Grand Garden Arena di Las Vegas, modal perjuangan dunia, Semasa dia membuatnya 16^ke- penampilan di tempat, Lebih daripada mana -mana pejuang dalam sejarah yang besar. Dengan dia 15^ke- Acara utama pada bulan Julai 19, Dia mengikat tanda yang ditetapkan oleh rakan legenda Floyd Mayweather di tempat itu, Dan hanya laluan Mayweather dalam jumlah kemenangan di arena (15-10). Kedua-dua pemain hebat sepanjang masa juga terikat untuk pergaduhan paling banyak di MGM Grand 12 masing -masing.

Pada Julai 19, Pacquiao akan menghadapi musuh dengan warisan pertempuran yang biasa di barrio Mexico-Amerika, Sebagai Pacquiao telah mengalahkan siapa yang terbaik dari Mexico sepanjang kariernya. Sejak tahun 2003, Pacquiao telah dipukul 12 Pejuang Mexico atau Mexico-Amerika termasuk legenda seperti Juan Manuel Marquez, Oscar De La Hoya, Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera dan Antonio Margarito. Kejayaan ini termasuk beberapa kemenangan Pacquiao yang paling ketara dan membantunya mendapat perhatian dan pemujaan fanbase Mexico Rabid Boxing.

Semasa mengatasi semua pencapaian ini, Pacquiao telah mendapat penghormatan dari pelbagai pencahayaan tinju yang telah berkongsi "Moments Manny" kegemaran mereka menjelang Julai 19 acara. Antara mereka yang bercakap tentang Pacquiao adalah bekas lawan Thurman dan Barrera, Serta bekas rakan kongsi dan juara welter Shawn Porter.

"Ia tidak pernah menjadi satu saat untuk saya ketika datang ke Manny Pacquiao,"Kata Thurman. "Momen kegemaran saya adalah bila-bila masa dia menumpaskan gabungan lapan pukulan itu. Dengan lawan di tali, Pertandingan bertaraf dunia, Dan dia hanya melepaskan lapan set. Ia berlaku berkali -kali, Tetapi setiap kali saya menyaksikannya, Ia mencetuskan sedikit kegembiraan di hati saya. "

"Saya mempunyai dua momen manny kegemaran, Yang pertama adalah ketika dia mengalahkan Oscar de la Hoya, Kerana saya fikir itu mustahil,"kata Barrera. "Saya fikir ia tidak akan berlaku dan kemudian De La Hoya tetap duduk dan sudah berakhir. Yang kedua adalah cara dia mengalahkan Miguel Cotto. Ia adalah dua Hall of Famers dan Manny yang sangat mengagumkan dalam kelas berat itu.

"Apa yang menjadikan Manny begitu istimewa adalah ikatan dan kedekatan dengan peminatnya. Hatinya adalah apa yang membuatkan semua orang suka dia. Dia suka mengadakan pertunjukan, Beri semuanya untuk peminat, dan yang paling penting, Dia menjadi pahlawan ketika dia melangkah ke gelanggang. "

"Saya mempunyai momen Manny Pacquiao yang jarang berlaku, Kerana tidak ada terlalu banyak yang dapat bersuara dengan legenda,"Kata Porter. Dia terbang saya dan ayah saya ke Filipina dan kami bertemu buat kali pertama dan dia seperti 'okay ini akan menjadi menyeronokkan.' 10 saat. Dan dia menangkap saya dengan tangan kiri lurus yang baik pada minit pertama dan membangunkan saya. Saya seperti 'Dude mendapat kuasa', Dan kemudian kami pergi ke kaum. "

Semasa memberi prognostasi hasil Sabtu ini, Julai 19 matchup, The Oddsmakers telah memasang barrios juara bertahan muda sebagai kegemaran pertaruhan. Jurulatih dan penganalisis tinju terkenal Stephen "Breadman" Edwards bersetuju dengan sentimen, menekankan betapa besarnya tugas di tangan adalah untuk pemain berusia 46 tahun.

"Ini akan menjadi satu pencapaian yang luar biasa untuk pejuang berusia 46 tahun untuk kembali dan memenangi gelaran dunia welter,"Kata Edwards. "Sukar untuk membayangkan seseorang sedang mati selama beberapa tahun dan kemudian kembali ke 46 dan memenanginya. Dalam semua kejujuran, Saya fikir ini mungkin tugas yang mustahil. Sekiranya ada yang boleh melakukannya, Manny boleh melakukannya, Tetapi sekarang saya memihak kepada Barrios. "

Walaupun kemungkinan, Beberapa peninju yang ditinjau memihak kepada Pacquiao untuk melepaskan kecewa, termasuk porter, Barrera, dan memerintah WBA Super Lightweight World Gary Antuanne Russell.

"Pacquiao adalah pukulan dalam tandan jenis lelaki dan dia boleh retak,"kata Russell. "Dia menunjukkan bahawa kuasa menumbuknya dapat menyelesaikan pekerjaan. Barrios muda dan puncher selektif. Saya tidak fikir dia akan dapat duduk di sana dan mengambil gambar. Manny akan membuat anda membayar jika anda menunggu terlalu lama. Dia selalu menunjukkan bahawa dia mahu bertarung.

"Pacquiao adalah pejuang tinggi dan barrios telah berjuang dengan kadar itu. Barrios adalah pesaing yang sukar, Tetapi saya rasa dia masih banyak belajar. Manny telah berada di sana dengan banyak juara dan saya percaya dia mempunyai alat dalam senjata dan ia akan menunjukkan malam pertarungan. Barrios mesti mengejutkan dunia. Dia harus menunjukkan cukup untuk membuat Manny menghormati dia. Saya bersandar ke arah Manny yang menang, Tetapi semoga lelaki terbaik menang. "

"Saya percaya bahawa Manny Pacquiao akan mengalahkan Mario Barrios,"Kata Porter. "Saya tahu bahawa semua orang bercakap mengenai usianya. Itulah tema, Bolehkah lelaki tua itu mengalahkan lelaki muda itu? Saya fikir lelaki tua ini sentiasa akan terlalu banyak sehingga dia menggantung sarung tangan. "

"Saya rasa ini akan menjadi perjuangan yang sangat menarik,"Kata Barrera. "Pacquiao adalah pahlawan yang hebat, Juara Dunia Lapan Division yang akan memberikannya semua dan yang suka mengadakan pertunjukan. Ini menjadi perjuangan di mana kita akan benar -benar melihat orang -orang ini bertembung dan menjadikan peminat pemenang sebenar.

"Barrios adalah juara bertahan aktif, Dan sementara dia tidak begitu kompleks dengan juara semasa yang lain, dia akan berbahaya apabila dia melangkah masuk ke gelanggang. Saya ingin melihat Pacquiao menang kerana legenda bahawa dia. Saya akan pergi bersama Manny Pacquiao sebagai pemenang, Tetapi jika Barrios menang, Ia akan kerana dia membuktikan bahawa dia adalah pejuang yang lebih baik sekarang. "

Tidak kira siapa yang anda lihat menang pada bulan Julai 19, Petang sudah pasti membentuk bersejarah, Dan walaupun ada keraguan yang datang dari luar, Pacquiao telah menyatakan kepercayaan diri yang kuat bahawa dia akan meninggalkan cincin sebagai juara dunia sekali lagi.

"Kebakaran, penentuan dan keinginan untuk bekerja keras masih ada,"Kata Pacquiao. "Saya masih menikmati berlari gunung. Bukan setiap pejuang mempunyai perasaan ini. Ini adalah rahmat, Kerana saya telah melalui banyak pergaduhan besar dalam karier saya dan saya masih di sini. Saya kembali ... ini bermakna banyak bagi saya untuk menjadi juara dunia lagi. Manny Pacquiao selalu memberi kejutan kepada peminat. Itulah semangat saya. "

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Mengenai Pacquiao vs. Barrios

Pacquiao vs. Barrios akan melihat legenda tinju Hall of FameManny "Pacman" Pacquiaodan WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario "El Azteca" BarriosSquare Off dalam acara utama acara PBC Pay-Per-View PBC pada Video Perdana pada hari Sabtu, Julai 19 daripada MGM Grand Garden Arena di Las Vegas.

Sekiranya bersama utama yang, WBC Super Welterweight World ChampionSebastian "The Menara Inferno" Fundoradan Superstar AustraliaTim Tszyu akan mengadakan pertandingan setelah terlibat dalam pertarungan berdarah 2024.

Tindakan itu juga akan menampilkan bintang MexicoIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzdan negaranya yang kerasAngel Fierro Mesyuarat untuk kali kedua dalam pertarungan super ringan 12 pusingan selepas tindakan mereka dibungkus Februari, ditambah bekas juara dunia dua bahagianBrandon "The Heartbreaker" Figueroadan pencabar atasJoet Gonzalez memulakan bayar bayar di 8 petang. ET / 5 petang. PT dengan penyingkiran gelaran bulu WBA 12 pusingan.

Sebelum bayar bayar, juaraGary Russell Jr.mendahului streaming kad pertarungan secara langsung di video utama, Ketika dia kembali ke gelanggang untuk menghadapiHugo Castañedadalam pertarungan ringan 10 pusingan.

Tindakan itu juga termasuk Super Bantamweight Top SuperDavid "Rey" PicassoDuel pesaing JepunKyonosuke Kamedadalam urusan 10 pusingan, Plus Power-Puncher Filipina dan Bekas Juara DuniaMark "Magnifico" akan mengambilPertempuran MexicoJorge MataDalam tarikan bulu Super Featherweight 10 pusingan membuka persembahan di 5:30 petang. ET/2:30 petang. PT.

Untuk maklumat lanjut lawati Amazon.com/PBC, www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, Ikuti #pacquiaobarrios, ikuti di TwitterPremierBoxing, pada Instagram @Premierboxing, atau menjadi peminat di Facebook dihttp://www.facebook.com/premierboxingchampions

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Prospek Middleweight Junior yang tidak terkalahkan Anthony Velazquez tidak akan menjadi rahsia terbaik di dalam tinju 2026

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Springfield, Mass. (Julai 10, 2025) - Sekarang, Middleweight junior yang tidak terkalahkan Anthony "ATV" Velazquez (19-0-1, 14 KOs) Mungkin rahsia terbaik di dalam tinju, Tetapi rancangannya adalah untuk dia membuat lompatan besar dari prospek ke tajuk pencabar di 2026.

Berjuang dari Springfield, Massachusetts, Valezquez yang berusia 29 tahun telah diterbangkan di bawah radar, Jangan sekali -kali melawan lawan dunia atau dipamerkan pada acara marquee. Pengurusnya, Gunther Fishgold, telah menetapkan panggung untuk pelarian 2026 untuk pejuang Puerto Rican-Amerika yang berbakat.

Rancangan itu memerlukan Velazquez, yang merupakan ejen bebas promosi, untuk melawan tiga kali, Bermula Julai 19^ke- di Mohegan Sun, Ditambah dua kali lagi 2025 atau Januari depan, untuk meletakkan dia menjadi dinilai dunia dan bertarung pada peringkat yang lebih besar pada suku pertama 2026.

Pasukan Velazquez tidak mensasarkan mana -mana pejuang khususnya, Tetapi musuh semula jadi adalah rakan New England, Chordale "The Gift" Booker (23-2, 11 KOs), daripada Stamford, Connecticut. Booker baru -baru ini menembak gelaran dunia pertamanya, kehilangan cabarannya untuk bersatu (WBC & WBO) Juara Dunia Super WelterweightSebastian Fundora (21-1-1, 14 KOs) dengan cara penghentian dalam pusingan 4. Satu Englandia yang tidak baru di senarai hit Velazquez untuk 2026, mungkin, adalah welterweightAlexis "Lex" Rocha (25-2-1, 16 KOs), yang kini dinilai dunia di No. 1 (WBO), Adakah Tidak. 5 (IBF) dan Tiada. 9 (WBC), Tetapi hanya jika dia memutuskan untuk berpindah ke bahagian menengah junior. Velazquez sedang berada di kem latihan bersiap untuk bulan Julai 19^ke- Kembali dalam pertarungan 8 pusingan Vs.Terry Chatwood(12-3-1) di Mohegan Sun di Uncasville, Connecticut, yang hanya a 1 ½ jam memandu dari rumah Velazquez di Springfield.

"Saya tahu Chatwood suka kotak kaki belakangnya dan dia sukar,"Kata Velazquez, "Tetapi dia tidak mempunyai apa -apa yang saya bimbang. Saya akan memecatnya dan membawanya keluar dari sana. Saya selesa di gelanggang. Pertahanan dan keyakinan saya bertambah baik. Dan saya suka bertarung di Mohegan Sun kerana sejarahnya dalam tinju dan seberapa dekatnya dengan Springfield. Ia seperti rumah kedua saya (Ini akan menjadi pertarungan ketiga di sana)."

Anthony Velazquez sudah bersedia untuk bergerak 2026.
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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, Julai 19

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

RIVERSIDE, SEPERTI. – 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, Julai 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 kepada 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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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" Barriospada hari Sabtu, Julai 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 Menara 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. Lebih banyak, former two-division world championBrandon "The Heartbreaker" Figueroasteps in against top contenderJoet Gonzalezfor 10-rounds of featherweight action that opens the pay-per-view at 8 petang. ET / 5 petang. 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 Barriosin the 12-round main event.

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. Dalam era yang dilihat superstar dalam 40 mereka seperti Tom Brady dan LeBron James terus cemerlang di peringkat tertinggi, 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, termasuk Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton, Marco Antonio Barrera, 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. pada bulan Ogos 2021.

“Boxing is my passion and I’m so excited to be back in the ring,"Kata 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. debut. 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 12^ke--round knockdown that sealed his victory on the scorecards. Throughout his career, 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, Texas, 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, itu semua perniagaan,” kata 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. Dia segera, letupan, and dangerous at all times. But I’m younger, Saya lapar, 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 Menara Inferno" Fundoradan Superstar AustraliaTim 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. Pada Julai 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, California, 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.”

Selepas 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, Australia, 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 tumbukan, with Cruz taking home the decision. While Cruz out landed Fierro 142 kepada 113 over the first five rounds, Fierro was stronger in the second half, pendaratan 132 shots to Cruz’s 106.

Buoyed on by his passionate fan base, Cross (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. Baru-baru ini, Cruz bounced back from a loss to Jose Valenzuela by out-slugging countryman Fierro in that decision triumph in February. A native of Mexico City, 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,"Kata Cruz. “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, Baja California, Mexico, 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 perlawanan. 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. Saya datang untuk menang!"

**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, Texas, 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’.”

Pertempuran daripada Los Angeles, Gonzalez (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 dengan 23 kemenangan berturut-turut, 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,"Kata Gonzalez. “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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UNIFIED WBC & WBO 154-POUND WORLD CHAMPION SEBASTIAN FUNDORA FACES TOP CONTENDER CHORDALE BOOKER HEADLINING PBC CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING ON PRIME VIDEO SATURDAY, MAC 22 DI LAS VEGAS

Februari 14, 2025 FNU47 Tinggalkan komen

Rising Mexican Star Jesus Ramos Jr. Battles All-Action Contender Kevin Salgado in All-Mexican Co-Main Event Live from Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas

Rising Middleweight Contender Elijah Garcia Duels U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha Kicking Off Action at8 p.m. ET / 5 petang. PT

Tickets on Sale Thursday, Februari 13 di 10 WIB.

LAS VEGAS (Februari 11, 2025) - Unified WBC and WBO Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian "The Menara Inferno" Fundora will step into the ring to make the first defense of his world titles as he takes on top contender Chordale Booker headlining PBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video action Saturday, Mac 22 dari Michelob Ultra Arena di Mandalay Bay Resort dan Casino di Las Vegas.

Sekiranya bersama utama yang, rising Mexican star Jesus Ramos Jr.. will battle all-action contender Kevin Salgado in a 10-round all-Mexican super welterweight showdown, plus exciting rising middleweight contender Elijah Garcia duels veteran contender and U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha in the 10-round opening bout.

The event will begin at 8 petang. ET / 5 petang. PT, with the action streaming exclusively on Prime Video for all Prime members in the United States and select countries. Join today or start a free 30-day trial to catch the championship card. Known for delivering memorable toe-to-toe action every time he steps into the ring, Fundora will compete as a world champion for the first time as he takes on the talented WBO No. 5-ranked contender Booker in this high-stakes clash with multiple titles on the line.

Tiket untuk acara secara langsung, yang dipromosikan oleh TGB Promosi, Sampson Boxing and Mayweather Promotions, will go on sale Thursday, Februari 13 di 10 WIB. Pada PT AXS.com. Pre-sale tickets are AVAILABLE TOMORROW, Rabu, Februari 12 daripada 10 WIB. PT until 10 petang. Pada PT AXS.com with code: PBC

“Sebastian Fundora sits atop the stacked super welterweight division and will no doubt be looking to put on a show when he defends his world titles against the dangerous highly-rated contender Chordale Booker topping this great event on Prime Video on March 22,” said Tom Brown, Presiden TGB Promosi. “This is a tremendous style matchup between the forward-charging attack of Fundora and the slick counterpunching of Booker and will make for great back-and-forth. Combined with a surefire action fight between Jesus Ramos Jr. and Kevin Salgado and a toss-up fight between Elijah Garcia and Terrell Gausha, everything is in place for another memorable fight night in Las Vegas.”

“Sebastian ‘The Towering Inferno’ Fundora will be better than ever in his first fight as a defending unified world champion,” said Sampson Lewkowicz of Sampson Boxing. “The whole Fundora family works so hard to be where they are and they deserve their success. Chordale Booker is a good fighter with real skills, but he won’t be able to take Sebastian’s power.”

**SEBASTIAN FUNDORA VS. CHORDALE BOOKER**

Standing nearly six-foot-six, Sebastian "The Menara Inferno" Fundora leapt into the championship ranks after earning a decision over Tim Tszyu last year, and will now defend his WBC and WBO 154-pound world titles against the WBO No. 5-ranked and WBC No. 14-ranked super welterweight contender in Chordale Booker as they top the March 22 event in a 12-round attraction.

Fundora (21-1-1, 13 KOs) rocketed to the top of the super welterweight division with a fan-friendly style and bruising toughness in the ring that helped him emerge victorious from a grueling and bloody battle against Tszyu last March. A native of Coachella, California, 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 preparing really hard to defend my unified WBC and WBO world titles on March 22 di Las Vegas,” said Fundora. “Everyone can expect to see me prepared and ready to leave it all in the ring like I always do. ‘The Towering Inferno’ is back, and I’m coming to take out everyone in my way.”

Fighting out of his native Stamford, Connecticut, Booker (23-1, 11 KOs) enters this fight on a six-fight winning streak that includes four stoppage victories that have helped him rise up the rankings and earn his first world title opportunity. Since a 2022 loss to Austin Williams, Booker has dominated his competition, termasuk 2024 campaign that saw him defeat veteran contender Greg Vendetti in February before stopping Brian Damian Chaves in round three of their June clash.

The 33-year-old also owns triumphs over a litany of tough contenders including Wale Omotoso and VeShawn Owens. Prior to turning pro in 2016, Booker put together a sensational amateur career that included gold medals at the U.S. National and Golden Gloves championships, in addition to a bronze medal at the U.S. Olympic trials that earned him an alternate spot for the 2016 A.S.. Olympic team.

“I’ve done everything I could to get here, and it’s a testament to what my foundation represents – going the distance,” said Booker. “I’ve gone the distance to make it to this fight. I’ve taken fights on short notice, fought for less and always kept pushing forward. Sekarang, 15 years into my boxing journey, I’m stepping into the biggest fight of my life. This moment means everything and it’s proof that hard work and perseverance pays off.”

**JESUS RAMOS JR. VS. KEVIN SALGADO**

In the 10-round co-main event, one of the sport’s brightest rising Mexican stars will return to action as Jesus Ramos Jr.. looks to continue his climb up the stacked 154-pound division when he battles the all-action contender Kevin Salgado in an explosive all-Mexican battle. After coming up on the wrong end of a contested decision against top contender Erickson Lubin in September 2023, Ramos (22-1, 18 KOs) has returned in style with back-to-back stoppages. Most recently he blasted out the former unified champion Jeison Rosario in the eight-round of their February 1 matchup.

Berasal dari Casa Grande, Ariz., Ramos had worked his way up the rankings by defeating a slew of contenders including Brian Mendoza, Javier Molina, Vladimir Hernandez and an emphatic stoppage of the then-unbeaten Joey Spencer. Trained by his father Jesus Sr., and the nephew of veteran contender Abel, the 23-year-old Ramos entered the Lubin fighting having stopped seven of his last 10 lawan.

“I’m thrilled to be stepping back into the ring on March 22,” said Ramos. “One of my main goals this year was to increase my activity and this opportunity aligns perfectly with that ambition. Kevin Salgado is a formidable fighter known for his resilience and determination, and that should make for an electrifying night of boxing. Coming off an extended training camp, my conditioning is at its peak. Now our primary focus is to develop a strategic game plan tailored to Salgado’s unique style so that we can secure the victory.”

A native of Mexico City, Salgado (17-2-1, 10 KOs) is the younger brother of former super featherweight champion Juan Carlos Salgado and now fights out of San Antonio, Texas. Salgado enters this with two consecutive stoppage victories following an April 2023 decision loss to Elijah Garcia. The 27-year-old turned pro in late 2016 and delivered knockouts in six of his first nine outings. After scoring three-straight knockouts between September 2019 and February 2021, Salgado returned to the ring in October 2021 to defeat Ricardo Banuelos Cernas by unanimous decision before fighting Bryant Perrella to a split-draw in his U.S. debut pada bulan April.

Salgado bounced back from a September 2022 defeat to Joey Spencer by knocking out Gilberto Flores in the first round of their December 2022 clash.

“This is an important opportunity and I’m coming to make the most of it,” said Salgado. “I have a strong opponent, but I’m going to be the best version of myself when the fight comes. Pada Mac 22 I will do whatever it takes to get my hand raised.”

**ELIJAH GARCIA VS. TERRELL GAUSHA**

The opening attraction will see the return of a rising star in the 21-year-old Elijah Garcia, who seeks to bounce back from his first career defeat and return to his championship trajectory in a 10-round middleweight fight against the always tough veteran Terrell Gausha, who has stood up to a litany of top fighters throughout his career.

Berjuang keluar dari Phoenix, Arizona, García (16-1, 13 KOs) steps back into the ring after dropping a close split-decision last June against middleweight contender Kyrone Davis. Garcia had previously burst onto the scene as a teenager by earning three impressive victories in 2023. He kicked off that memorable campaign in March with a knockout of the previously unbeaten Amilcar Vida and followed that up with a pair of performances on the undercards of two of the biggest events of the year.

He first defeated Kevin Salgado on the Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia pay-per-view in April before knocking out Armando Resendiz on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo pay-per-view in September. The precocious García has moved fast since turning pro in 2020 and knocked out seven of his last nine opponents heading into the Davis fight.

“I’m not just ready for this fight, I’m ready to dominate,” kata Garcia. “I’m excited to get back in the ring and unleash everything I’ve been working on in camp. The addition of Bob Santos and his knowledge and wisdom that he’s shared with our team is a game changer. His expertise and guidance are going to take us to new heights and propel us to the next level. We’re not just looking to win, we’re looking to make a statement.”

Seseorang anggota 2012 A.S.. Olympic team, Gausha (24-4-1, 12 KOs) was born in Cleveland, Ohio but now fights out of Encino, California and is trained by the renowned Manny Robles. He most recently dropped a competitive decision to reigning WBC Middleweight World Champion Carlos Adames in their June 2024 perjuangan gelaran dunia.

Prior to facing Adames, Gausha had won back-to-back bouts as he knocked out Brandyn Lynch in March 2023 before winning a decision over KeAndrae Leatherwood in September of that year. Gausha has faced top competition throughout his career, having fought former champion Austin Trout to a draw in 2019 in addition to decision losses against WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy Lara, former world champion Tim Tszyu and top contender Erickson Lubin.

“I’m excited to get back in the mix,” said Gausha. “I’m always working and staying ready for any opportunity. Pada Mac 22 people will know why I’ve been at this level for so long. I’m going to make a statement for sure.”

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