Category: Upcoming Event

Joel Djeko to Fight Mariano Angel Gudino for IBO Continental Cruiserweight Title in Belgium!

Ostend, Belgium (April 7, 2018)  On Saturday, May 12th, Belgium cruiserweight sensation JOEL 'BIG JOE' DJEKO (12-2-1 7KO's) will take on undefeated Argentinian, MARIANO ANGEL GUDINO (12-0 7KO's) for the IBO CONTINENTAL CRUISERWEIGHT TITLE at the Versluys Dôme in Ostend, Belgium.  Djeko is coming off of a dominate TKO performance over Tamas Kozma in his hometown of Belgium in September. Ahead of the May 12th tilt, Djeko went abroad to train in Cypress at the famous Touch Glove Gym. As a highly regarded prospect in the Cruiserweight division, Djeko knows that a victory on May 12th will not only win him a title, but will be the next step towards the ultimate goal of fighting for a world title. Djeko will look to use his massive frame, and quick feet to cut the ring off to attack Gudino.  Read more [...]

Rey Vargas to make Third Dense of his WBC Super Bantamweight World Title against Azat Hovhannisyan

VERONA, NY. (April 5, 2018): Rey Vargas (31-0, 22 KOs), the undefeated world champion of Mexico City, Mexico, will make the third defense of his WBC Super Bantamweight World title against explosive Armenian contender Azat "Crazy A" Hovhannisyan (14-2, 11 KOs) in the 12-round co-main event to Sadam "World Kid" Ali and Liam "Beefy" Smith for the WBO Junior Middleweight World Championship on Saturday, May 12 at Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, N.Y. The doubleheader will be televised live on HBO World Championship Boxing beginning at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Vargas is a 27-year-old world champion who brings a considerable height and reach advantage to every fight, which he has used to defeat all of his previous opponents. In February 2017, Vargas traveled to the United Kingdom to defeat Gavin Read more [...]

Hartford Boxing Promotions to launch this summer tentative plans calling for it’s inaugural event in Hartford

HARTFORD, Conn. (April 4, 2018) - Professional boxing's newest promotional company, Hartford Boxing Promotions, has announced its official formation, as well as tentative plans calling for its inaugural event this summer in Hartford. Boxing trainer Tony Blanco and his Hartford-based House of Boxing gym partner, Michael Tran, have teamed with their undefeated light heavyweight prospect, Richard "Popeye The Sailor Man" Rivera (6-0, 5 KOs), to form Hartford Boxing Promotions. Rivera is one of the best and most popular pro fighters in New England. "We want to bring boxing back to Hartford," Blanco addressed why they founded this new promotional company. "Hartford is a hotbed of boxing. There's a lot of talent here and Hartford has a rich boxing history. "We hope to promote our first Read more [...]

Three-Time World Champion Winky Wright Confirmed for Fourth Edition of Box Fan Expo Taking Place on Cinco de Mayo Weekend in Las Vegas

Las Vegas (March 31 2018) - Three-Time World Champion Winky Wright has confirmed that he will appear to Meet & Greet his fans at the Las Vegas Convention Center for the 4th edition of Box Fan Expo that will take place Saturday May 5, 2018 from 10am to 5pm, during Cinco De Mayo fight weekend.Wright will appear for the first time at this year's Expo, where he will be signing gloves, photos and merchandise at the Box Fan Expo Store Booth for fans to enjoy. Boxing fans will also have a great opportunity to take pictures with the 2018 International Boxing Hall of Famer. About Winky Wright Winky Wright is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1990 to 2012. He is a 3-Time light middleweight world champion and remains the last to hold the undisputed title at that weight. Read more [...]

Mark Deluca TKO’d Ramses Agaton; and other results on Golden Boy Promotions Card

QUINCY, MASS. (March 31, 2018) Photo credits: Hogan's photos/Golden Boy Promotions - Hometown hero Mark "Bazooka" DeLuca (21-0, 13 KOs) scored a seventh-round technical knockout victory against Ramses Agaton (20-8-3, 10 KOs) of Mexico City, Mexico in the 10-round main event of the March 31 edition of Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN at Marina Bay Sportsplex in Quincy, Mass. DeLuca was too strong and skilled in this battle of southpaws in which Agaton was stopped at 2:17 of the seventh round with two vicious punches to the body. "When you know you're fighting against a guy from Mexico, you've got to be in shape," said Mark Deluca. "You've got to be ready because they don't come in easy. He [Agaton] was very ready and game. Being patient and picking my shots was the toughest part of this fight because Read more [...]

Son and father Bob/Murray Goodman to be inducted into Class of 2018 New York State Boxing Hall of Fame

NEW YORK (March 30, 2018) - Boxing lifers Bob Goodman and his father, the late Murray Goodman, are among 23 members of the Class of 2018 being inducted into the New York State Boxing Hall of Fame (NYSBHOF) on Sunday afternoon (12:30-5:30 p.m. ET), April 29.   The seventh annual NYSBHOF induction dinner will be held once again at Russo's On The Bay in Howard Beach, New York.  A legendary boxing publicist, Murray Goodman (Bronx) brought his son into the sweet science when Bob was only eight years old. The rest was historic for the Goodmans, who are both inductees in several Halls of Fame, including the International Boxing Hall of Fame. (L-R) - Bob and Murray Goodman "This is a great honor for me and my father," Bob said. "I wish he were alive today to be there. I'm a boxing lifer. I was Read more [...]

TMB & PRB Entertainment Presents “Whose “0” Must Go” Boxing Event April 21 in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX (March 29, 2018) - TMB & PRB Entertainment, presents "Whose "0" Must Go", live professional boxing Saturday April 21, 2018, from the Mi Mercado Event Center in San Antonio, TX. The 6-round main event will feature welterweights, James Cantu (10-0, 4 KOs) vs. Jairo Castaneda (9-0, 3 KOs), two undefeated local natives who will put their unbeaten records on the line, in their hometown. In the 6-round co-main event, local fan favorite, Daniel "Da Beast" Baiz (12-1, 6 KOs), will face an opponent TBA. The undercard will showcase nine additional bouts, mostly consisting of local talent. This will be the second boxing event put on by TMB & PRB Entertainment at the Mi Mercado Event Center. The first being last month, with Mikey Garcia Promotions as the sponsor. "We Read more [...]

Lamont Roach, Jr. to face Biggest Test against Orlando Cruz in Main Event of April 19th Edition of Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN

LOS ANGELES (March 30, 2018): Lamont Roach, Jr. (16-0, 6 KOs) will take a step toward contender status in the competitive super featherweight division when he faces the toughest test of his career against Orlando "El Fenomeno" Cruz (25-6-1, 13 KOs) in the 10-round main event of the April 19 edition of Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan.ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes will air the fights beginning at 9:30 p.m. ET /6:30 p.m. PT. ESPN3 will live stream the fights beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET/ 5:00 p.m. PT. Roach, Jr. is one of the best prospects of the exclusive Golden Boy Promotions stable. After a stellar amateur record through the NoXcuse Boxing Club, the 22-year-old native of Washington, D.C. debuted in April 2014. Since then, Roach's combination of skill and technique Read more [...]

Brandon Robinson readies for 1st Headlining Appearance at the 2300 Areno on April 6th

Philadelphia, PA (March 29, 2018) - Rising super middleweight Brandon Robinson is gearing up for his maiden headlining appearance when he takes on veteran Oscar Riojas in a eight-round bout on Friday, April 6th at The 2300 Arena in Philadelphia.  The 9 bout show is promoted by King's Promotions. Robinson (9-1, 7 KOs) has been on a roll as he he has won his last nine bouts in a row, and is getting better with each performance.  The 29 year-old has paid his dues, and has worked his way up the card. "It feels great to headline.  It is a very humbling experience, especially after losing my  pro debut, and then being on the bottom of the card. It drives me," said Robinson. "My camp has been great.  I am feeling really strong.  I have been doing a lot of strength and conditioning as Read more [...]

Raymond Serrano Looks to Continue Career This Friday against Malik Hawkins

Philadelphia, PA (March 27, 2018) - This Friday night, welterweight contender, Raymond "Tito" Serrano will look for his 4th consecutive victory when he takes on undefeated prospect Malik Hawkins in the 10-round main event at The Fillmore in Serrano's hometown of Philadelphia.  Serrano whose winning streak has coincided with his changing of training venues to Los Angeles, has defeated three fighters in a row that sport a combined record of 25-4.   In his last outing, the 28 year-old Serrano was impressive in defeating previously undefeated Enver Halili via 8th round disqualification. "I had a great training camp.  Freddie Roach trained me and I will be cornered by his assistant Ernie Zavala on Friday," said Serrano. "Training in Los Angeles is a big part  of my winning streak.  Out 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 [...]

Unbeaten bantamweight prospect “The Baby-Faced Assassin” Max Ornelas Preparing to fight crime and opponents

LAS VEGAS (March 23, 2018) -- Unbeaten bantamweight prospect "The Baby-Faced Assassin" Max Ornelas (10-0-1, 4 KOs) goes from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas classroom into an on-campus ring at Cox Pavilion on April 20th to take on his Roy Jones Jr, (RJJ) Boxing Promotions stablemate, Dallas challenger Tony Lopez (12-3, 4 KOs), in the 10-round main event for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA) North American Boxing Association (NABA) bantamweight title.  Ornelas vs. Lopez, presented RJJ Boxing Promotions, will air live on beIN Sports, starting at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Photo credit: Manny "Mitts' Murillo. RJJ Boxing Promotions "I've watched Max come up in the rankings and as his confidence and power have grown," co-promoter Roy Jones, Jr. said. "The way he has represented his Read more [...]

WBF Release: Night Of The Lions: Martini vs. Yueksel For WBF International Title

Marco Martini is the main attraction, when local heavyweight-hero turned promoter Werner Kreiskott and his Fight Club Wuppertal presents “Night Of The Lions”, on Saturday April 7 at the already sold-out Unihalle in Wuppertal, Germany. In the evenings headliner, 25-year-old Martini, 14-3 (6), will square off with undefeated Yaser Yueksel, 5-0 (3), born in Turkey but fighting out of Cologne, for the vacant World Boxing Federation International Super Welterweight title. Martini turned professional in 2014, and have not exactly had a smooth path. While he won his first seven bouts, he went through a period in 2016 where he lost three of four fights, and many ambitious boxers might have decided to make a career of something else. But he never gave up, and has since won six straight Read more [...]

‘Argentinean Lomachenko’ Alberto Melian Wins First Professional Title in Second Pro Fight

This past Saturday, March 17, the "Argentinean Lomachenko," two-time Olympian Alberto "Impacto" Melian, fought for and won his first professional title in only his second professional fight. Fighting at the Club Social y Deportivo Comercio in his hometown of Villa Dolores, Cordoba, Argentina, Melian (2-0, 2 KOs) captured the Argentine Super Bantamweight Championship with an eighth-round TKO over countryman Julian Aristule (32-9, 16 KOs). Fighting on a show entitled "Night of the Olympians," televised live on TyC Sports and VTV Uruguay and presented by Sampson Boxing in partnership with Tello Box and JEB Boxing, Melian was down for the first time in his young career in the first round, but came back to floor Aristule in the fifth, sixth and seventh rounds before his corner threw the towel Read more [...]

Frank De Alba takes on O’Shaquie Foster in main event on Friday, April 13th at Sands Bethlehem Event Center

Bethlehem, PA (March 15, 2018) - Junior Lightweight contender Frank De Alba returns to the ring when he takes on O'Shaquie Foster in the eight-round main event on Friday night, April 13 at The Sands Bethlehem Event Center.  The show is promoted by King's Promotions.  De Alba of Reading, PA has a record 22-2-2 with nine knockouts. The 30 year-old De Alba has a six-year professional who has wins over Andrew Bentley (1-0), Jose Bustos (8-2-3), Bernardo Gomez Uribe (16-3), Kiun Evans (12-2-1), De Alba has had some tough luck as he has had several fights fall through for different reasons.  This will be his 1st bout in just over a year as in his last bout where he won a eight-round unanimous decision over Ryan Kielczewski (26-2) on April 4th at The Sands Bethlehem Event Center.  De Alba has Read more [...]