Category: Press Release

WBA Lightweight World Champion Juan Diaz Headlines Action-Packed Card

(JULY 7) Kinder, LA—The thrill of professional boxing returns to Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Louisiana on July 16 with “Knockouts at Coushatta VIII.” Fighter weigh-in is scheduled for Friday, July 15 at 3:00 p.m. in Gumbeaux’s Oyster & Sports Bar located inside the casino. Undefeated WBA Lightweight World Champion Juan “Baby Bull” Diaz, 27W-0L (13KO’s), headlines an action-packed fight card in a 10-round non-title bout. The co-main event features the newly crowned IBU Intercontinental Welterweight Champion “Bad” Chad Broussard, 50W-4L (35KO’s), for another explosive fight. The undercard will also feature two powerful undefeated boxers as knockout sensation Chris Henry (5W-0L, 5KO’s), returns to the ring, and Juan’s younger brother, Jose Diaz (6W-0L) is Read more [...]

Ahmed “Hollywood” Kaddour to fight on ShoBox card

NEW YORK (July 5, 2005) - Ahmed "Hollywood" Kaddour, who recently appeared on "The Contender," will become the first contestant from the NBC reality series to return to boxing when he takes on an opponent to be announced in the eight-round junior middleweight co-feature Friday, July 22, 2005, on "ShoBox: The New Generation." In the main event, California State Junior Welterweight Champion Rolando Reyes will take on International Boxing Federation (IBF) No. 14 lightweight contender Courtney Burton for the vacant North American Boxing Organization (NABO) lightweight title from Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez, Calif. Both fighters will make their second "ShoBox" and Chumash appearances. SHOWTIME will televise the Gary Shaw Productions doubleheader at 11 p.m. ET/PT (tape delayed on west Read more [...]

Martin “The Firefighter″ Sanchez died July 2, 2005 at Valley Hospital Medical Center

MEXICO CITY (AP) _ The body of a Mexican boxer who died after being knocked out during a bout in Las Vegas was returned to Mexico early Thursday. Martin ``The Firefighter″ Sanchez died July 2 at Valley Hospital Medical Center, hours after being knocked out by Rustam Nugaev of Russia in a super lightweight bout. After several delays, Sanchez’s body was flown home, arriving before dawn Thursday to a service attended by family and friends. Sanchez, 26, worked as a firefighter in Mexico City, and his colleagues carried his coffin for a memorial service. A photo of Sanchez fighting was set up next to a framed picture of the Virgin Mary. Sanchez was knocked out in the ninth round July 1. He was bleeding from the nose and mouth but didn’t appear seriously injured as he left the ring. A Read more [...]

Paulie Malignaggi coming back in August Signs new managerial contract with Sal LoNano

TEWKSBURY, Mass. (June 27, 2005) - "The Magic Man" - Paulie Malignaggi - plans on returning to the ring in late August with a repaired right hand and new manager, Sal LoNano, who guided "Irish" Micky Ward the final four years of his memorable career. Malignaggi, 24, has been inactive since December 4, when he improved his pro record to 19-0 (5 KOs) and captured the WBC International light welterweight title. But he broke his right hand in that fight and has undergone surgery twice. "I've learned how much I love and miss boxing," the World Boxing Council No. 9 rated junior welterweight talked about his recovery period. "I feel like the kid who's been left behind. I belong in the mix and I see a lot of punks getting television time I should have. I'm coming back stronger than ever and the Read more [...]

Hopkins Vs. Taylor- Will History Repeat Itself?

(JUN 25) LOS ANGELES- With unbeaten Jermain Taylor - a rising star with credentials - taking on Bernard Hopkins - the long-reigning middleweight champion who is considered by most to still be at his prime - on July 16 at the MGM GRAND in Las Vegas, it’s interesting to take a look at some of the other bouts from the modern era (1960 - present) that mirror this type of matchup. Let’s start with the Heavyweights: * In 1964, the young, brash, and undefeated Cassius Clay, a Gold Medal winner in the 1960 Rome Olympics at 178 lbs., takes on the fearsome Charles “Sonny” Liston, who was coming off two straight first round knockout wins over Floyd Patterson. Result: A monster upset, as Clay makes Liston retire on his stool after six rounds. * In 1971, it was “Smokin” Joe Frazier Read more [...]

Crossroads fights on “Plymouth Rocks” Jones-Moore, Tshabalala-Wiggins

BOSTON (June 20, 2005) – The George Khalid Jones—“Fabulous” Freddy Moore main event, as well as the Courage “No Limit” Tshabalala—Robert Wiggins co-feature, are true crossroads fights on Plymouth Rocks, presented by NER promotions, July 1 on ESPN2 Friday Night Fights from Memorial Hall in historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. Jones (22-2-1, 13 KOs), the reigning NABA light heavyweight champion, fights former NBA title-holder Moore (30-3, 27 KOs) for the vacant USBA crown. Jones, fighting out of New Jersey, is rated No. 5 by the WBA, No. 10 by the IBF and WBC, and No. 14 by the WBO. A victory for him in the 12-round main event may position him for a long awaited title shot against WBA champ Fabrice Tiozzo or IBF king Clinton Woods. Another possibility is a high-profile match against Read more [...]

CES press conference & weigh in Friday in Providence June 16, 2005

PROVIDENCE (June 16, 2005) – Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc (CES) tonight conducted the final press conference and official weigh in at the Hi Hat Lounge for tomorrow night’s (Friday, June 17) “Providence’s Prime Time Fights” in The All-New Theatre at the Dunkin’ Donuts Theatre in Down City Providence. CN8, The Comcast Network and CES have an agreement to broadcast six boxing shows during the next 12 months, commencing “Providence Prime Time Fights” which will air on CN8, SUNDAY, June 19 9 PM/ET. CN8’s Ed Berliner will provide blow-by-blow commentary for all of the six New England boxing shows. Former five-time world champion Vinny Paz will serve as color analyst. The CES package is part of CN8’s Primetime Fights series, a monthly show featuring Read more [...]

Final Press Conference Ricky “Showtime Quiles vs. Javier Jauregui

HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 13 – It’s just days away – the 12 round IBF Light Heavyweight Elimination bout between Ricky “Showtime” Quiles and Javier Jauregui live at the Coconut Creek Casino in Coconut Creek, Florida. Ricky “Showtime” Quiles (37-6-3, 8 KOs), a slick boxing southpaw out of Loraine, Ohio, is coming off the biggest victory of his almost 16-year career, an exciting 12 round decision win over highly regarded Edner Cherry on February 4. It was a satisfying win for the native of Ponce, Puerto Rico, a former NABO, WBF, NABA, and WBC Continental Americas Champion, who is riding an impressive four fight winning streak. Quiles will battle former IBF World Lightweight Champion, Javier Jauregui (49-11-2, 34 KOs) who has taken the road less traveled during his 17-year career. Also Read more [...]

Fight Night 50, The Lucky Eagle Casino, Saturday June 11, 2005

Middleweight, Scheduled 10 Rounds -Julio Garcia ,(25-5-2) (11KO) 159 lbs vs. Marcos Primera (19-10-2) (12KO) 159 lbs......Marcos Primera defeated Julio Garcia in a unanimous 10 round decision. Primera had a massive height and reach advantage, almost 6' inches more then Garcia. Garcia had a tough time getting inside, and when he did, he lacked the pop in his punches to put Primera down. In a highly contested fight,  Primera managed to keep Garcia on the defensive, with a sharp jab and timely combinations. Lightweight, Scheduled 8 Rounds(NWBA Lightweight Title Fight) -Sean Plessis , (12-2) (3KO) 133 lbs vs. Jesus Santiago Renton, WA (9-11-1) (1 KO) (138) lbs......Sean Plessis defeated Jesus Santiago in a unanimous eight round decision. Plessis had quick hands, and he pounded Santiago, opening Read more [...]

Olympian Jason Estrada back in action June 17 in Providence

PROVIDENCE (June 10, 2005) – U.S. Olympian Jason “Big Six” Estrada (2-0, 1 KO) continues his pro career June 17 in a Special Heavyweight Attraction on “Providence’s Prime Time Fights,” promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc (CES) – The Franchise in Rhode Island -- in The All-New Theatre at the Dunkin’ Donuts Theatre in Down City Providence. Estrada faces upset-specialist Demetrice King (7-7, 2 KOs), of Flint, Michigan. King has a victory against Kevin Montiy (15-1-1) and has fought former world champion Shannon Briggs. “This fight will tell us a lot about CES’ first Olympian,” Burchfield noted. “King’s coming to fight; to beat the Olympian. Most 2-0 fighters wouldn’t take a fight like this, but the Estrada Unit wants to prove Read more [...]

Godfrey-Barnes co-feature on Spina-Daniels card June 17

PROVIDENCE (June 5, 2005) – A classic match between promising prospect Matt Godfrey (7-0, 5 KOs) and proven warrior Jermall "The Truth" Barnes (17-8, 4 KOs) have signed to as the eight-round co-feature on "Providence's Prime Time Fights," promoted by Jimmy Burchfield's Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc (CES) – Providence's newest professional sports franchise – Friday night, June 17 in The All-New Theatre at the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Down City Providence. "We've reached out to all of the top cruiserweights in New England – Roy Payne, John Rainwater and Richie LaMontagne – and nobody wants to fight Matt Godfrey," Burchfield said. "Matt's having trouble finding sparring partners his own weight. He has to spar with heavyweights. Matt's ready for his first co-feature and Read more [...]

Roman Greenberg on mission in U.S. June 11 headliner at Plaza Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (June 2, 2005) – Heavyweight prospect Roman Greenberg (18-0, 13 KOs) is on a mission to establish himself in the United States to improve his position as a legitimate contender in order to have a shot at eventually becoming the first Jewish world champion in more than a quarter-century, since light heavyweight Mike Rossman. The Russian-born and Israeli-raised Greenberg headlines a June 11th pro boxing show at the Plaza Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, promoted by Guilty Boxing in association with Fight Academy, INFOX BOX Promotion, World Sport Promotions and BMI Airlines. The 6-3, undefeated Greenberg, now fighting out of England, fights Josh "The Griz" Gutcher (17-3, 13 KOs), of Des Moines (IA), in the 10-round main event. This will mark Roman's seventh appearance in the United Read more [...]

Rising Stars Highlight undercard of Jauregui-Quiles at the Seminole Coconut Creek Casino

HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 1 – Gaining supporters with each successive outing, Heavyweight ‘Comeback Kid’ Kendrick Releford has stunned boxing observers with his resurgence over the last year; unbeaten Colombian Middleweight Edison Miranda could be dubbed ‘The Knockout Kid’ for his tendency to end fights before the judges’ scorecards are read. On Thursday, June 16, at the Seminole Coconut Creek Casino in Coconut Creek, Florida, Warriors Boxing Promotions Inc’s latest phenoms will thrill boxing fans once again as they highlight the undercard of the 12 round IBF Lightweight Elimination Bout between Ricky Quiles and Javier Jauregui. This exciting night of World-Class boxing is presented by Warriors Boxing Promotions, Inc. in association with The Seminole Coconut Creek Casino and Golden Read more [...]

“The Contender” Keeps Fighting

LOS ANGELES, May 26 – Don’t just look to the sky for fireworks this summer, as due to popular demand, Contender Partners will keep the Independence Day holiday going on Tuesday, July 5, with a spectacular night of boxing featuring the stars of the reality series “The Contender”. “There is an overwhelming demand for this show and these fighters all over the world,” said Mark Burnett. “We are incredibly excited to be able to bring you more championship boxing from “The Contender” so quickly.” Likely to compete on this card, which will be held at a Las Vegas site to be determined, will be the final four participants of “The Contender”: Jesse Brinkley, Alfonso Gomez, Peter Manfredo Jr., and series champion Sergio Mora. “The Contender” captured the hearts of fans around Read more [...]

2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward added to Johnson-Tarver undercard

(MAY 26) LOS ANGELES- US Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward, unbeaten as a pro at 3-0, will put his gold medal reputation on the line in a featured undercard bout on the June 18 mega-card at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee, which is headlined by the light heavyweight showdown between Glen Johnson and Antonio Tarver. "I'm just going to use this fight to show my god-given talent,” said the 21-year-old Ward, who will face an opponent to be announced shortly. “It's going to be a great fight and a great night and my next step toward my ultimate goal." Also added to the show - which will be televised live on HBO’s World Championship Boxing beginning at 10pm (ET) / 7pm (PT)– is an intriguing 10 round middleweight matchup between former world champion's Ike Quartey and Verno Phillips. Read more [...]