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October 26, 2020

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Huge boxing weekend approaching

The action kicks off Friday night on DAZN with former WBO jr middleweight champion Jaime Munguia (35-0, 28 KOs) against Tureano Johnson (21-2-1, 15 KOs) in a 12-round middleweight battle.

On “Super Saturday” there will be three major cards.

On PPV, we have Gervonta “Tank” Davis (23-0, 22 KOs) against four-division world champion Leo “El Terremoto” Santa Cruz (37-1-1, 19 KOs) for the WBA super featherweight and WBA lightweight championships. The undercard will feature unbeaten WBA super lightweight champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios (25-0, 16 KOs) defending his title against Ryan “Cowboy” Karl (18-2, 11 KOs), former super lightweight world champion Regis “Rougarou” Prograis (24-1, 20 KOs) against unbeaten Juan Heraldez (16-0-1, 10 KOs), and lightweight contenders Isaac Cruz (19-1-1, 14 KOs) and Diego Magdaleno (32-3, 13 KOs) in an IBF title eliminator.

On ESPN, there’s WBA/IBF bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue (19-0, 16 KOs) against Jason Moloney (21-1, 18 KOs) in what looks to be an excellent scrap.

On DAZN, former undisputed cruiserweight champion-turned-heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk (17-0, 13 KOs) meets Dereck Chisora (32-9, 23 KOs) and Lee Selby (28-2, 9 KOs) faces George Kambosos Jr (18-0, 10 KOs) in the day’s second IBF lightweight eliminator.

The action kicks off Friday night on DAZN with former WBO jr middleweight champion Jaime Munguia (35-0, 28 KOs) against Tureano Johnson (21-2-1, 15 KOs) in a 12-round middleweight battle.…
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October 25, 2020

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Lipinets, Clayton battle to a draw

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In a clash for the vacant IBF interim welterweight title, #3 Sergey Lipinets (16-1-1, 12 KOs) and late sub #5 Custio Clayton (18-0-1, 12 KOs) fought to a twelve round majority draw on Saturday night at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Close tactical contest all the way. Scores were 115-113 Clayton, 114-114, 114-114. Clayton won the last three rounds on all three cards to salvage the draw. The title remains vacant.

“I thought I won the fight, but Clayton is a good fighter,” said Lipinets. “He was stronger than I thought he’d be. I haven’t fought in a year and it shows. I need to get my rhythm back in a couple of fights before I face the top level fighters.” Continue reading “Lipinets, Clayton battle to a draw”

In a clash for the vacant IBF interim welterweight title, #3 Sergey Lipinets (16-1-1, 12 KOs) and late sub #5 Custio Clayton (18-0-1, 12 KOs) fought to a twelve round…
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October 24, 2020

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Tyson Fury: I’m definitely fighting Dec 5

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has revealed his next fight date. Fury made the announcement in a 21 second video on social media.

“Hi This is Tyson Fury, the Gypsy King, and I’d just like to announce I’m definitely fighting December 5th in London in the UK. Opponent to be announced very, very soon. Just working on some opponents. Let you all know who it’s going to be shortly.”

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has revealed his next fight date. Fury made the announcement in a 21 second video on social media. “Hi This is Tyson Fury, the Gypsy…
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October 24, 2020

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Martinez overcomes knockdowns, tops Marrero

Matias brutally takes Hawkins’ O in opener

In a WBA super featherweight eliminator, unbeaten Xavier Martinez (16-0, 11 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over former WBA interim champion Claudio “The Matrix” Marrero (24-5, 17 KOs) on Saturday night at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Marrero dropped Martinez twice in round eight but couldn’t finish him. Martinez closed stronger to win 115-111, 114-112, 114-112.

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“To be honest, it was weird when I got knocked down,” said Martinez. “I just said, ‘Let’s get back up.’ Losing wasn’t on my mind. I just thought I have to get up. I’m not happy I went down but it’s all an experience. A lot of guys wouldn’t have fought Claudio. He was tough. But I rose to the occasion and I proved something to myself.” Continue reading “Martinez overcomes knockdowns, tops Marrero”

Matias brutally takes Hawkins’ O in opener In a WBA super featherweight eliminator, unbeaten Xavier Martinez (16-0, 11 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over former WBA interim champion…
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October 23, 2020

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Estrada retains WBC superfly title

Boxing: Juan Francisco Estrada Vs Carlos Cuadras Fight Night — Photo: Ed Mulholland/Matchroom

In an all out war, WBC super flyweight champion Juan Francisco “Gallo” Estrada (41-3, 28 KOs) scored a spectacular eleventh round TKO against Carlos “Principe” Cuadras (39-4-1, 27 KOs) in a rematch on Friday night at TV Azteca Studios in Mexico City. It was toe-to-toe action from the get-go as both were happy to trade. Cuadras dropped Estrada in round three, but Estrada recovered well. In round eleven, Estrada dropped Cuadras twice and got the stoppage with his follow-up assault. Time was 2:22.

If it wasn’t for Zepeda-Baranchyk, this could well have been Fight of the Year.

October 23, 2020

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Chocolatito retains WBA superfly title

WBA super flyweight champion Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez (50-2, 41 KOs) retained the title with a one-sidd twelve round unanimous decision against Israel “Jiga” Gonzalez (25-4, 11 KOs) on Friday night at TV Azteca Studios in Mexico City. Chocolatito pressed the action and broke down Jiga round by round to notch his milestone 50th victory. Scores were 118-110, 116-112, 117-111.

October 23, 2020

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JC Martinez annihilates Calleros

WBC flyweight champion “Rey” Julio Cesar Martinez (17-1, 13 KOs) blew away late sub Moises “Taz” Calleros (33-10-1, 17 KOs) in two rounds on Friday night at TV Azteca Studios in Mexico City. Martinez battered and dropped Calleros in round one and got a referee’s stoppage after punishing Calleros further in round two. Time was 2:42. Calleros missed weight by 5.5 pounds and was ineligible to win the title.

WBC flyweight champion “Rey” Julio Cesar Martinez (17-1, 13 KOs) blew away late sub Moises “Taz” Calleros (33-10-1, 17 KOs) in two rounds on Friday night at TV Azteca Studios…
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October 22, 2020

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Opetaia and Huni victorious

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing

IBF #4, WBO #10 cruiserweight Jai Opetaia (20-0, 16 KOs) stopped Benjamin Kelleher (13-2- 2, 4 KOs) in round six of a scheduled ten round bout when referee Steve Marshall crowned Opetaia at 1:50 after Kelleher in no condition to continue. The fight tookplace at the Music Hall Fortitude Valley Brisbane on Thursday night, televised on Foxtel Network nationally

In other action, 2019 amateur world super heavyweight bronze medalist Justis Huni (1-0, 1 KO) made a successful professional debut when he stopped Faiga Opelu (13-2-1, 10 KOs) in seven rounds for the Australian heavyweight crown. Referee Philip Holiday, the former IBF lightweight champion, crowned Huni after the corner of Opelu threw in the towel at 1:21.

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing IBF #4, WBO #10 cruiserweight Jai Opetaia (20-0, 16 KOs) stopped Benjamin Kelleher (13-2- 2, 4 KOs) in round six of a scheduled…
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October 21, 2020

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Report: Loma fought injured against Lopez

Shades of Mayweather-Pacquiao. According to ESPN, Vasiliy Lomachenko suffered an injury to his right shoulder in the lead up to Saturday’s showdown with “The Takeover” Teofimo Lopez for the undisputed lightweight title. Apparently, the situation was serious enough that there was talk within Team Lomachenko of possibly pulling out of the fight.

Unlike Pacman, Loma got permission from NSAC to be administered an injection. However, in the second round, he further aggravated the injury, perhaps explaining his lack of punch output.

Lomachenko underwent surgery Monday. Team Loma didn’t disclose the injury right away to avoid the appearance of making excuses.

October 18, 2020

Boxing News

Crawford-Brook, Franco-Moloney 2 official

It’s official. WBO welterweight world champion Terence “Bud” Crawford will defend his title against former welterweight world champion Kell Brook on November 14.

In the world championship co-feature, Joshua “El Profesor” Franco will defend his WBA super flyweight title against former world champion Andrew “The Monster” Moloney in a rematch of their June bout, won by Franco via decision.

ESPN and ESPN Deportes will televise Crawford-Brook and Franco-Moloney 2, while undercard bouts will stream live on ESPN+. Venue information for Crawford-Brook will be announced soon. Continue reading “Crawford-Brook, Franco-Moloney 2 official”

It’s official. WBO welterweight world champion Terence “Bud” Crawford will defend his title against former welterweight world champion Kell Brook on November 14. In the world championship co-feature, Joshua “El…
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October 18, 2020

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Lopez defeats Loma, is now undisputed

Vasiliy Lomachenko Vs Teofimo Lopez Action20 — Photo: Mikey Williams/Top Rank

In a clash for the undisputed lightweight title, Teofimo Lopez (16-0, 12 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over Vasyl Lomachenko (14-2, 10 KOs) on Saturday night in ”The Bubble” at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Lopez supplied almost all the offense in the first six rounds. Lomachenko got untracked over the second half of the fight. Lopez won the final round. Scores were 116-112, 119-109, 117-111.

“I had to dig deep, man. I’m thankful. I’m grateful. And each and every day, I take that in. I thank God first because I couldn’t do it without him,” said Lopez. Continue reading “Lopez defeats Loma, is now undisputed”

In a clash for the undisputed lightweight title, Teofimo Lopez (16-0, 12 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over Vasyl Lomachenko (14-2, 10 KOs) on Saturday night in ”The…
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October 17, 2020

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Barboza defeats Saucedo by UD

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WBC #7, WBO #7 super lightweight Arnold Barboza Jr (25-0, 10 KOs) took a hard-fought ten round unanimous decision over former world title challenger and WBO #6 super lightweight Alex Saucedo (30-2, 19 KOs) on Saturday night inside ”The Bubble” at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Both fighters went right at it from the beginning. Saucedo knocked down Barboza in round seven. It was initially ruled a slip, but was changed to a knockdown by replay official Joe Cortez. In the end, Barboza’s workrate earned him a 96-93, 97-92, 97-92 win. Continue reading

WBC #7, WBO #7 super lightweight Arnold Barboza Jr (25-0, 10 KOs) took a hard-fought ten round unanimous decision over former world title challenger and WBO #6 super lightweight Alex…
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October 17, 2020

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Berlanga destroys Bellows in 79 seconds

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Unbeaten WBO #9, WBA #11 super middleweight KO artist Edgar Berlanga (15-0, 15 KOs) has done it again. Berlanga scored a first round TKO over Lanell Bellows (20-6-3, 13 KOs) on Saturday night in ”The Bubble” at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

Berlanga’s punches did damage from the opening bell. Referee Robert Hoyle quickly waved it off after seeing Berlanga repeatedly rock Bellows. Time was 1:19. Berlanga now has 15 first round knockouts in 15 fights.

Bellows had never been stopped in his pro career.

“Once he got in the ring, I looked in his eyes. He didn’t want to be there. So, I had to get him out,” said Berlanga. Continue reading “Berlanga destroys Bellows in 79 seconds”

Unbeaten WBO #9, WBA #11 super middleweight KO artist Edgar Berlanga (15-0, 15 KOs) has done it again. Berlanga scored a first round TKO over Lanell Bellows (20-6-3, 13 KOs)…
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October 17, 2020

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Ritson-Vazquez judge under fire

A disturbing screen capture has emerged showing boxing judge Terry O’Connor appearing to be playing with his smartphone rather than concentrating on the fight he was supposed to be scoring. O’Connor was judging the Lewis Ritson against Miguel “Titere” Vazquez fight and turned in an absurd 117-111 card in favor of house fighter Ritson in a bout most believe Vazquez won handily.

The image has brought swift condemnation from the boxing world.

WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman: This image is extremely troubling to any person involved in boxing.

Promoter Eddie Hearn: If that’s a phone (and I presume it is) then the BBBofC should immediately remove him.

Promoter Lou DiBella: I’ve never seen that before! Maybe he wasn’t watching! Vasquez should have won. Gotta love judging in the fight game!

UK Boxing Judge Terry O’Connor on his CELL PHONE in the middle of a round tonight on DAZN. He scored the bout 117-111 Ritson over Vasquez, a score that has been widely criticized following the result. #BOXING pic.twitter.com/MS2yW4UC7t

— Fight Ghost (@Fight_Ghost) October 17, 2020

October 16, 2020

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Joshua-Pulev confirmed for December 12

Unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will defend his WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles against mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev at The O2 in London on December 12, live on Sky Sports Box Office in the UK and on DAZN in all of its nine markets including the U.S., on a show promoted by Matchroom Boxing in association with Top Rank and Epic Sports and Entertainment.

Joshua (23-1, 21 KOs) recaptured his belts and position as the unified heavyweight world champion with a masterful unanimous decision victory over Andy Ruiz Jr at the Diriyah Arena in Saudi Arabia on an historical night in December that saw the heavyweight world titles contested for the very first time in the Middle East. Continue reading “Joshua-Pulev confirmed for December 12”

October 15, 2020

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Chris Byrd, 50, to return at middleweight?

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Two-time world heavyweight champion Chris Byrd (47-5, 22 KOs) is back in the ring after a prolonged series of health challenges. Following his Hall of Fame worthy career at heavyweight, which included wins over Vitali Klitschko, Evander Holyfield, and David Tua, Byrd suffered from severe neuropathy and chronic pain from fighting far above his natural weight.

“Nobody wanted to fight me at middleweight, so I ate my weight up to heavyweight, And I paid for it. I went through 11 years of suffering. A few years ago, I couldn’t even move my feet apart. The pain in my left leg was so bad that some days I just wanted to cut the whole thing off. I had to make drastic changes and choices in life to get where I am today,” said Byrd. Continue reading “Chris Byrd, 50, to return at middleweight?”

October 15, 2020

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Demetrius Andrade to face Dusty Harrison at 168

WBO middleweight champion Demetrius “Boo Boo” Andrade (29-0, 18 KOs) will face Dusty Harrison (34-0-1 20 KOs) over ten rounds at super middleweight on Friday November 27 from Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, live on DAZN. Andrade intends to defend his crown in early 2021, but is testing the waters for a move up to 168lbs in the future where he would be gunning to become a three-weight world champion.

“It’s me again,” said Andrade. “I thought long and hard about this and at the end of the day, this is another opportunity for me to go out there, get another win, look spectacular doing it, and testing what my body feels like at 168 pounds. I am fighting a young, undefeated guy, who was a good amateur and has been waiting for his moment. This is his moment, fighting me. I need to make sure I’m ready because he’s hungry and beating me changes his life. Continue reading “Demetrius Andrade to face Dusty Harrison at 168”

October 13, 2020

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Lomachenko: It won’t be an easy fight

By Miguel Maravilla

WBC franchise, WBA super, and WBO lightweight champion Vasiliy Lomachenko (14-1, 10 KOs) returns to the ring this Saturday against undefeated IBF lightweight champion Teofimo López (15-0, 12 KOs) in a unification showdown at the MGM Grand Bubble in Las Vegas live on ESPN.

“I feel great. I can’t wait for Saturday night,” Vasyl Lomachenko told media. “I have a goal, I have a dream and he holds the IBF title. I need this belt. Saturday I will take his belt.”

Having wrapped up his training camp in Camarillo, California with his father, Team Lomachenko is ready to come out on all cylinders. Continue reading “Lomachenko: It won’t be an easy fight”

By Miguel Maravilla WBC franchise, WBA super, and WBO lightweight champion Vasiliy Lomachenko (14-1, 10 KOs) returns to the ring this Saturday against undefeated IBF lightweight champion Teofimo López (15-0,…
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October 12, 2020

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Is Pacquiao-McGregor closer?

By Gabriel F. Cordero

WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao has confirmed the signing of an agreement with Paradigm Sports, a sports management agency that also represents Conor McGregor. Some think this means a fight between the two could be closer than ever to happening.

Sources close to Pacquiao indicate that there is a possibility that there will only be two more fights before he retires and dedicate himself to the aim of becoming the next president of the Philippines.

“Great things are coming! Stay tuned,” Pacquiao said.

By Gabriel F. Cordero WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao has confirmed the signing of an agreement with Paradigm Sports, a sports management agency that also represents Conor McGregor. Some think…
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October 10, 2020

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Lemieux KOs Ntetu in five

Lemieux Ntetu — Photo: Eye of the Tiger Management

Former IBF middleweight champion David Lemieux (44-4, 35 KOs) scored a fifth round KO against Francy Ntetu (17-4, 4 KOs) in a super middleweight bout on Saturday night behind closed doors at the Centre Gervais Auto in Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada. The aggressive Lemieux pressed the action and progressively broke down Ntetu. Two knockdowns in round five ended it. Time was 1:58.

Unbeaten NABF heavyweight champion Arslanbek Makhmudov (11-0, 11 KOs) needed just 27 seconds to stop Dillon Carman (14-6, 13 KOs). Makhmudov almost immediately dropped Carman with a hard jab. Carman beat the count and seemed good to continue, but the referee waved it off. Continue reading “Lemieux KOs Ntetu in five”

Former IBF middleweight champion David Lemieux (44-4, 35 KOs) scored a fifth round KO against Francy Ntetu (17-4, 4 KOs) in a super middleweight bout on Saturday night behind closed…
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October 10, 2020

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Krasniqi KOs Bösel for WBA interim LH belt

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In a huge upset, Robin Krasniqi (51-6, 19 KOs) knocked out WBA interim light heavyweight champion Dominic Bösel (30-2, 12 KOs) in the third round on Saturday night at the GETEC Arena in Magdeburg, Germany. Some 2,000 spectators were in attendance as Knasniqi laid out Bösel with a flush right hand. Moments before, Knasniqi had seemingly dropped Bösel, but it was ruled a slip. Krasniqi then pounced, sending Bösel reeling with a right hand, then finishing the job with the same punch. Time was 2:25. It was the third world title try for Krasniqi, who was a +395 underdog.

Unbeaten heavyweight Peter Kadiru (10-0, 5 KOs) dethroned previously unbeaten German champion Roman Gorst (6-1, 5 KOs) by ten round unanimous decision. Kadiru outboxed Gorst to win 99-91, 98-92, 97-93.

In a huge upset, Robin Krasniqi (51-6, 19 KOs) knocked out WBA interim light heavyweight champion Dominic Bösel (30-2, 12 KOs) in the third round on Saturday night at the…
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October 10, 2020

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Williams smashes Robinson, is Andrade next?

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WBO #2 rated middleweight Liam Williams (23-2-1, 17 KOs) crushed Andrew Robinson (24-5-1, 7 KOs) in the first round to retain his British middleweight title on Saturday night at BT Sport Studios in London. A left hook finished the job as Williams remained on track for a world title shot against WBO champion Demetrius Andrade.

Heavyweight Nathan Gorman (16-1, 11 KOs) took a one-sided ten round unanimous decision over Richard Lartey (14-2, 11 KOs). Scores were 100-90, 99-92, 100-90.

WBO #2 rated middleweight Liam Williams (23-2-1, 17 KOs) crushed Andrew Robinson (24-5-1, 7 KOs) in the first round to retain his British middleweight title on Saturday night at BT…
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October 9, 2020

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Navarrete defeats Villa for WBO feather belt

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Emanuel “Vaquero” Navarrete (33-1, 28 KOs) scored a twelve round unanimous decision over Ruben Villa (18-1, 5 KOs) to claim the vacant WBO featherweight title on Friday night in the Bubble at the MGM Hotel Casino in Las Vegas. Navarrete, who was previously WBO super bantamweight world champion with five successful defenses, dropped Villa with a left uppercut in round one and in round four with a straight left hand. After that he pressed the action and went on to a 114-112, 114-112, 115-111 victory. The scoring seemed a little too close.

“I knew that Villa was a fighter that moved a lot and I knew that he was going to move even more once he felt my power,” said Navarrete. Continue reading “Navarrete defeats Villa for WBO feather belt”

October 8, 2020

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Spence-Garcia clash Dec 5 in Dallas with fans

Unified WBC/IBF welterweight champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. will duel two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia in the blockbuster main event of a FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, December 5 with fans in attendance at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The pay-per-view also features unbeaten super welterweight sensation Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora taking on Jorge Cota in a WBC super welterweight title eliminator in the co-main event. The lineup will also see all-action contenders Josesito “The Riverside Rocky” Lopez and Francisco “Chia” Santana squaring-off in a 10-round welterweight affair, plus former champion Julio Ceja faces featherweight contender Eduardo Ramirez in a WBC featherweight title eliminator to kick off the pay-per-view.

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions, Man Down Promotions and DSG Promotions, are on sale Wednesday, October 14 at 10 a.m. CT, and can be purchased at SeatGeek.com, the Official Ticketing Provider of AT&T Stadium.

Spence vs. Garcia was originally scheduled for November 21.

October 7, 2020

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Conwell KOs Toussaint in round nine

Shobox Conwell V Toussaint Fight Night 092 — Photo: Amanda Westcott/SHOWTIME

In a clash between unbeaten junior middleweights, 2016 Olympian Charles “Bad News” Conwell (13-0, 10 KOs) scored a sudden ninth round round KO over Wendy Toussaint (12-1, 5 KOs) on Wednesday night at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Conwell looked headed to a decision win when a right uppercut shattered Toussaint’s nose. Toussaint went to a knee and was counted out. Time was 2:42.

Unbeaten welterweight Janelson Figueroa Bocachica (16-0, 11 KOs) scored an impressive first round knockout against Nicklaus Flaz (9-2, 7 KOs). Bocachica dropped Flaz three times. Time was 2:43.

Unbeaten welterweight Brandun Lee (20-0, 18 KOs) continued his reign of terror with a first round annihilation of Jimmy Williams (16-4-2, 5 KOs). Lee hurt Williams early then just teed off, putting Williams on the deck three times. Time was 1:34.

In his pro debut, featherweight David Navarro won by first round KO over Nathan Benichou (2-2, 2 KOs). Benichou down twice.