Day: March 25, 2018

IBA Intercontinental Lightweight Champion Josh O’Reilly made successful title defense last Saturday in Canada

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Canada (March 22, 2018) - Irish eyes were smilin' last Saturday in Canada, when undefeated International Boxing Association (IBA) lightweight champion Josh "Dubs" O'Reilly made his first title defense, taking a 10-round unanimous decision over his Mexican challenger, Juan "El Tornado" Bedolla Orozco, The special St. Patrick's Day card, presented by United Promotions, was held at Hersey Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The 27-year-old O'Reilly (11-0, 4 KOs), an Irish-Canadian fighting out of Hamilton (Canada), defeated Orozco by scores of 100-90, 100-90 and 99-91. "I'm very happy with my performance, especially against such a tough opponent," O'Reilly said. "I'm glad I got 10 rounds in and, overall, I think it was a good performance. "I'm looking forward Read more [...]

Ruben Villa makes homecoming debut on Saturday, April 14 in Salinas, California

PHILADELPHIA, PENN./ORANGE, California--Heralded featherweight prospect Ruben Villa returns home for the 1st time as a professional as he headlines in the Northern California city of Salinas on Saturday, April 14, from the popular Salinas Storm House.  The show is promoted by Banner Promotions and Thompson Boxing. "Ruben has been coming along great, and on April 14th, he will thrill his hometown fans," said Banner Promotions President, Arthur Pelullo.  "We are looking forward to this special night for Ruben, for him not only to put on a great performance in his hometown, but to capture his first championship." "This show has been in the works for more than a year," said Alex Camponovo, who as Matchmaker and General Manager of Thompson Boxing. "It's an excellent show from top-to-bottom Read more [...]