| Dulorme to fight Mayfield: March 29th in Atlantic City February 26, 2014 |
Gary Shaw Production’s super-lightweight contender and Puerto Rican star, Thomas Dulorme (20-1, 14 KOs) will battle Karim Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KOs) battle for the NABF Super-Lightweight title. The 10-round bout will take place at the Boardwalk Hall (The Ballroom) in Atlantic City, New Jersey, March 29 on the undercard of Sergey Kovalev (23-0-1, 21 KOs) vs. Cedric Agnew (26-0, 13 KOs). The event will be televised live on HBO Boxing After Dark® beginning at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Dulorme is coming into the bout riding a 4-fight winning streak. Since moving from welterweight to super-lightweight, Dulorme feels he’s more powerful and will look to bring that power to Mayfield.
| Hungarians Clash For WBF Titles In Germany March 22 February 20, 2014 |
Hungarian Southpaw-puncher Sandor Micsko will fight compatriot and fellow Budapest resident Zoltan Sera for the vacant WBF International Super Welterweight title on March 22 at the Sportpalast in Bielefeld, Germany. Micsko, 22-4-2 (16), is a former Hungarian Champion at Middleweight and Super Middleweight, as well as a former WBF International Champion at Middleweight, and believes that Super Welterweight is his best weight and the division where he at twenty-seven years of age will make his biggest statements. In Zoltan Sera, 13-1 (9), he will face the reigning Hungarian Middleweight title-holder, who is also coming down in weight for the opportunity to win the WBF title. The only defeat on the record of Sera (28) was in a European title fight against the undefeated Joe Selkirk last December, and he has since rebounded with a stoppage victory this past January. On the same show, former two-time WBF world title-challenger Renata Domsodi (35) will also face a fellow Hungarian, when she squares off with undefeated Alexandra Vlajk (34) for the vacant WBF Womens International Bantamweight crown. 11-4 (5) Domsodi, who twice valiantly challenged Ramona Kuehne for the Super Featherweight world championship, is hoping to pave the way towards a shot at world glory at the lower weight, but should be in with a tough challenge from Vlajk, 5-0 (1). The World Boxing Federation Championship doubleheader in Bielefeld, Germany on March 22, supported by a full undercard, will be promoted by Profibox-Promotion.
| Weights from Laughlin, Nevada Plus Weigh in Video Boxcino 2014 February 20, 2014 Video to right |
(FEB 20) On the scales today for tomorrow nights card for ESPN2 Friday Night Fights. Yakubu Amidu 135 – Chris Rudd 135.5;
Petr Petrov 134.5 – Fedor Papazov 135; Miguel Gonzalez 134 – Miguel Angel Mendoza 135; Samuel Neequaye 135 – Fernando Carcamo 135.5; Taras Shelestyuk 151 – Francisco Flores 153; Robert Hill 156 – James Walos 154; Cornelius Whitlock 144 – Luis Hernandez 141; Promoter: Banner Promotions; Venue: Edgewater Casino & Resort; 1st bell: 9pm Eastern / 6 Pm Pacific TV: ESPN 2
| Pedraza Returns to the ring March 22 February 17, 2014 |
PUERTO RICO (February 17, 2014) – Team Puerto Rico’s undefeated pride and joy, Jose “Sniper” Pedraza (15-0, 10 KOs), will make his way back to the ring on March 22nd, at the auditorium Juan Pachin Vicens in Ponce, Puerto Rico. The unbeaten star will battle Mexico’s, Alberto “Kichis” Garza (26-1-1, 21 KOs), for the vacant International Boxing Organization super featherweight title. The 12-round main event bout promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, Universal Promotions and DiBella Entertainment will air live only in the U.S and Puerto Rico on Direct TV at 9:00 P.M. EST. Pedraza is a member of “Team Puerto Rico”, which is a collaboration between Gary Shaw Productions, DiBella Entertainment and Universal Promotions, made with the goal of gathering the best of Puerto Rico’s boxing talents.
| Mario Barrios Marches with Victory February 11, 2014 |
SAN ANTONIO (February 11, 2015) – Last night San Antonio’s undefeated super bantamweight standout, Mario Barrios (2-0, 1 KO), marched forward with an impressive 4-round unanimous decision victory against Manuel Rubalcava (1-7) at the Cowboys Dance Hall, San Antonio, Texas. The 18-year old phenom, dropped his opponent twice before the bout ended. “This was a good fight for me as I got the rounds needed to improve on my craft,” said Barrios. “After I put him down twice he started to move around the ring and the fight went the distance which is good because I know I’m not always going to knock out my opponent. Rubalcava showed a lot of heart while surviving and I’m happy I got the victory. I’m ready to get back in the ring.” Barrios looks to return to the ring on March 7th at the Pala Casino Spa and Resort in Pala, California.
| San Antonio’s Mario Barrios Makes 2014 Debut in Hometown February 9, 2014 Source/Mario Serrano |
SAN ANTONIO (February 9, 2015) – Unbeaten super bantamweight sensation, Mario Barrios (1-0, 1 KO) returns to the ring Monday, February 10th against Manuel Rubalcava (1-6) at the Cowboys Dance Hall, San Antonio, Texas. Barrios, who was an amateur standout, faces a durable opponent in Rubalcava who’s never been stopped before, after having faced five undefeated opponents. The 18-year old prodigy, who stands 6’0 tall, feels his career is heading in the right direction and plans on shinning come fight night. “I’m happy to be fighting in my hometown once again,” said Barrios. “I know Rubalcava will be a step up in competition and I’m not taking this fight lightly. He’s went the distance in all his fights so I know he can take a punch. I’m going to put on a great show for all the fans that’ll be in attendance. My game plan is to go out there and dictate the fight.” “I’m very thankful to everyone on my team, my trainers, managers and family. Since turning pro last November, I feel I’m ready to take the boxing world by storm. With each fight I’m hoping to gain the experience to prepare me for the next level. I’m looking to make an impact in 2014.”
| Ruiz Injured; Melson to face Ward February 12! February 9, 2014
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NEW YORK – Tough Tennessean Donald “Bulldog” Ward will replace the injured Mike Ruiz as the opponent for Captain Boyd “Rainmaker” Melson Wednesday, February 12 in New York City. The Melson-Ruiz 154 pound showdown was heavily hyped in the Big Apple, with both men known for their warrior mentality and large fan bases, but a hand injury forced Ruiz out of the bout. Eight years Melson’s junior, Ward’s professional record is 6-3 with 3 wins by knockout. He’s faced three highly-regarded unbeaten fighters and on September 7 2013, the Memphis native shocked once-beaten hometown favorite William Jackson over six rounds. “I was really looking forward to facing Ruiz,” said Melson, who is 13-1-1 with 4 knockouts and is one of the most popular fighters in New York. “It’s always tough to switch opponents on short notice, especially when he’s tough as Ward is. His record serves him no justice and he gave Patrick Day a very good fight. I was also amateur teammates with William Jackson, so I know what he’s capable of. Regardless of who I’m fighting, I’ve got a job to do and nothing changes whether it’s Ruiz, Ward or whoever!” Melson-Ward serves as the eight round main event of the final fight card at the famed Roseland Ballroom, which is closing shortly thereafter.
| Live on Canada and Fight Network and PPV in USA on February 15th February 8, 2014 |
Fight Network is airing the February 15 Frank Warren-promoted card in North America, showcasing world heavyweight contenders Derek “Del Boy” Chisora and Tyson Fury in separate bouts, live from Copper Box Arena in London, UK.Canadian fans may watch all the action on Fight Network, starting at 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT), while Americans can view on both cable and satellite pay-per-view for a suggested retail price of $24.95 via DIRECTV, iN Demand, DISH, Avail-TVN. Integrated Sports Media is distributing this major British boxing event in the United States on behalf of Fight Network. It may also be viewed in the United States on GFL.TV.
| Molina Takes a break from Training to hang with Tyson February 8, 2014 |
IBF Junior Middleweight Champion “King” Carlos Molina (22-5-2, 6 KO’s) took a break from training on Feb. 6th to hang out with all-time-great “Iron” Mike Tyson in Chicago. Molina, 30, is deep in preparations for his upcoming fight, his first title defense against unbeaten, but unproven, Jermall Charlo (17-0, 13 KO’s) on the Showtime PPV undercard of Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs. Alfredo Angulo on March 8 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. “We always have a good game plan going in and we’ll have one this time,” said Molina. “We have to train to beat him a number of different ways because you never know what will happen on fight night.” Molina says he’s not taking 23-year-old Charlo, rated #5 IBF, #5 WBO, #13 WBC, lightly, despite his being unproven against top-flight opposition. “It’s hard to tell what he’ll bring,” said Molina. “But he’s undefeated, so you have to take him seriously. I’ll be ready for anything.” Molina is sparring, once again, with undefeated cruiserweight contender Dimar Ortuz, among others. “Dimar gives me a lot of movement and fights me on the inside and the outside. And he’s very strong, so no matter who I fight on fight night, they’re never as strong as he is.”
| Final Public Media Conference and Weigh-in for Friday Night Fights at the UTC Pavilion in Chicago – February 6 – 4:00 pm-Municipal Bar and Dining Co. February 3, 2014 |
The media and general public are cordially invited to the final media conference and official weigh-in being held on Thursday, February 6, beginning at 4:00 pm at Municipal Bar + Dining Co. (216 W Ohio St, Chicago) for ESPN Friday Night Fights at UIC Pavilion to be held the evening of Friday, February 7, 2013. Hosted by legendary heavyweight champion “Iron” Mike Tyson, the media conference will begin at 4:00 pm. The official weigh-in will begin at 6:00 pm. All featured bout participants and event promoters will be in attendance at the conference, including the promoters and principle combatants: Mike Tyson and Garry Jonas (Iron Mike Productions); Roberto Garcia (33-3, 22 KOs); Norberto Gonzalez (20-2, 13 KOs); Kamil Laszczyk (15-0, 7 KOs); Daniel Diaz (20-5-1, 14 KOs); Erickson Lubin (2-0, 2 KOs); Dominic Pesoli (8 Count Productions); Leon Margules (Warriors Boxing); and Luis DeCubas.
| Boxing Judge Stephen Epstein Passes Away February 3, 2014 |
CROMWELL, Conn. — 58-year old Stephen Epstein, a veteran boxing judge in the sport of Cromwell, passed away peacefully surrounded by his friends and family on January 30, 2014 at the Yale New Haven Hospital. Later in Epstein’s life, besides his love for music as he played professionally in many bands for years—-was boxing. His love for the sport led him on a career as an international boxing judge which he went on to do for over 20 years. He knew many well known boxers personally, received awards and enjoyed traveling. Epstein judged 30 world title fights, including three in Las Vegas. He was a member of the International Boxing Federation (IBF), as well as a founder and member of the Connecticut Boxing Hall of Fame. He is survived by his two daughters, Alyssa Epstein, of Manchester, CT and Michelle Jenison of Waverly, Iowa; his sister Susan Epstein of Brookfield, CT; two grandchildren, Anthony and Dayton; three nieces, Rebecca and Jessica Coatsworth and Monique Quiles; and one nephew Damon Quiles of Brookfield.