Tag: Boxing event

Upcoming Boxing Event: Michael Perez set to face Toughest opponent – Press Release

LOS ANGELES (August 19, 2016) -Michael "The Artist" Perez  (24-1-2, 11 KOs) of Newark, N.J. is set to face the toughest opponent to his career thus far when he takes on NABA Lightweight Champion Petr "Zar" Petrov (37-4-2, 17 KOs) of Ryazan, Russia for the WBA Lightweight World Title Eliminator on September 30.  The new 12-round main event, which is set to replace formerly announced headliner Andrew "El Chango" Cancio who is now fighting against Joseph "Jojo" Diaz, Jr. on the Canelo vs. Smith pay-per-view undercard on September 17,will kick off the fall season of fights at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino and broadcast live nationally on Estrella TV's Boxeo Estelar. "This is another step up in my career to becoming a world champion," said Michael Perez. "I am very excited for this fight and Read more [...]

After finishing 3rd year of medical school, it’s back to boxing for undefeated super middleweight Devar Ferhadi – Press Release

Jordan White (2-0, 2 KO's) of Washington, DC will take on Sergio Aguilar (0-4) of Homestead, Florida in a bantamweight bout.   Marcus Bates (3-0-1, 3 KO's) of Washington, DC will fight Daniel Hernandez (0-1-1) of Queens, NY in a featherweight bout, Sam Crossed (3-0, 1 KO) of Greenbelt, Maryland will take on Mike Estus (0-3) of Ames, Iowa. Colby Madison (2-0, 1 KO) of Owings Mills, Maryland will tangle with an Bryson Haubrick (Pro debut)s) of Lewistown, Pennsylvania, in a heavyweight bout. Patrick Rivera of Edgewood, Maryland will make his pro debut when he fights Dustin Caplinger (2-8, 1 KO) of Columbus, OH  in a junior middleweight bout. Phillip Hooker of Washington, DC will make his pro debut against David Rohn (0-6-1) of Villa Park, IL in a middleweight bout.   Tickets $50/$75/$100 Read more [...]

Ogogo faces Kubin on Saturday night in Berlin

Unbeaten middleweight Anthony Ogogo (10-0, 6 KOs) is looking to continue his fine run of form when he returns to action on Saturday night against Bronislav Kubin (19-20-2, 12 KOs) at the Max-Schemling-Halle in Berlin.  The 27 year-old Olympic medalist joins a blockbuster bill in the German capital featuring the WBA World Super Middleweight title fight between Tyron Zeuge and Giovanni De Carolis, and the return of former two-weight World Champion Arthur Abraham. Confidence is high for the Lowestoft-boxer following back-to-back stoppage victories over Gary Cooper and Frane Radnic, and as he prepares for his third fight in as many months, Ogogo is eager to entertain the Berlin audience and build towards a title challenge after the summer break. ‘’I’m looking forward to fighting in Read more [...]

Rumble at the Rink II on Saturday, August 6 at The Grundy Arena in Bristol, PA

Bristol, PA (July 13, 2016) - On Saturday night, August 6th, D & D Promotions and Silver Spoon Promotions will present "Rumble at the Rink II" at the Grundy Arena in Bristol, Pennsylvania.  In the main event, heavyweight contender, Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon will take part in a bout scheduled for eight rounds. Witherspoon (33-4, 26 KO's) of nearby Paulsboro, New Jersey established himself as one of the top American Heavyweights as the St. Joseph's University graduate won his first twenty-three bouts with wins over the likes of Michael Alexander (11-0), Talmadge Griffis (24-6-3), Jonathan Haggler (18-1) before suffering his 1st defeat to future two-time world title challenger Chris Arreola via controversial disqualification. Witherspoon went on to win three fights in a row, Read more [...]

Press Release: Heavyweight Upset Brewing in Detroit?

Having already experienced being a world-rated TV-level fighter under tremendous pressure to win every fight impressively, Miami-based slugger Josh "Dempsey" Gormley says he much prefers the lowered expectations of being considered the "opponent" since coming back to boxing.  "There's a lot of pressure on you as the A-side guy," explained Gormley. "As an opponent, I'm supposed to lose, so when I win it'll be that much more dramatic." Gormley (22-4, 21 KOs) will face WBO #5-, IBF #5-, and WBC #7-rated and current NABF heavyweight champion Andy "The Destroyer from Mexicali" Ruiz (27-0, 18 KOs) in a non-title fight this Saturday in Detroit. The two bruising heavyweights will meet in the 10-round main event of Salita Promotions' latest "Detroit Brawl" event at the Masonic Temple. Gormley Read more [...]

King’s Promotions Thomas “KO” Snow ready for statement win over Del Valle Friday night in Washington, DC

Washington, DC (May 12, 2016)-- This Friday night in Washington, DC, Thomas Snow will meet Luis Orlando Del Valle (21-2, 16 KO's) in the co-feature bout of nationally televised show live on BET.   The show is promoted by Roc Nation Sports.   Snow of Washington, DC has a record of 18-2 with 12 knockouts and this is a big opportunity fighting on a big platform.  "Training camp went great.  It was a perfect camp and now it is time to do something, and I am going out there to get the win."  Asked what he knew about Del Valle, Snow did know much other than some basic information. "Del Valle is a conventional fighter from Puerto Rico.  He has a similar record, but hasn't fought many good guys.  I saw his fight with (former world champion) Vic Darchinyan.  (A fight that Del Valle lost Read more [...]

Explosive “Knockout Night at the D” Undercard To showcase some of tomorrow’s stars

LAS VEGAS (May 11, 2016) - A potentially explosive, highly entertaining "Knockout Night at the D" undercard has been announced for Saturday night, May 21, airing (8 p.m. PT / 11 p.m. ET) live on CBS Sports Network from under the neon lights at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC) outdoor venue.   The "Knockout Night at the D" series, presented by the D Las Vegasand DLVEC, is promoted by Roy Jones Jr. (RJJ) Boxing Promotions.  The May 21st event is promoted in association with Main Events and Shamo Boxing Promotions. Undefeated Russian middleweight Arif "The Predator" Magomedov (17-0, 10 KOs) squares off against upset specialist Andrew "Hurricane" Hernandez (11-4-1, 3 KOs), of Phoenix, in the 10-round main event.  Magomedov is world ranked among the top 15 160-pounders by the Read more [...]

Beterbiev is back in action faces Ezequiel Maderna June 4th at the Montreal’s Bell Center

MONTREAL (May 11, 2016) --  World light heavyweight contender Artur Beterbiev returns to the ring Saturday night, June 7, to defend his World Boxing Organization (WBO) International and North American Boxing Association (NABA) title belts against Argentinian champion Ezequiel "El Olympico" Maderna in the 12-round main event at historic Bell Center in Montreal, Canada.  Presented by Groupe Yvon Michel (GYM), the "Grand Prix" boxing event is part of the prestigious Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) series, which will air live in Canada on pay-per-views starting at 8:00 p.m. ET via Canal Indigo, Bell TV and Shaw TV.  The main event and co-feature, commencing at 11:00 p.m. ET / 8:00 p.m. PT, will be broadcast on ESPN in the United States. "We will launch the Grand Prix activities, which is the Read more [...]

Nielsen takes on ‘Momma’s Boy’ Douglin for WBO Intercontinental title – Press Release

Patrick Nielsen (28-1, 14 KOs) takes on ‘Momma’s Boy’ Denis Douglin (20-4, 13 KOs) for the WBO Intercontinental Super Middleweight title at the Nordic Fight Night on May 28 at the Arena Midt in Kjellerup, Denmark.  The Danish star returns following his third-round TKO victory over domestic rival Rudy Markussen, and with his sights firmly set on a World title challenge, the 25 year-old is eyeing a statement win against the slick southpaw Douglin.  ‘’I can’t wait to get back in the ring,’’ said Nielsen. ‘’Douglin is a strong opponent, he’s a southpaw like me with a good style, so I’m expecting a tough fight. ‘’After my last fight, I want to make a statement. I don’t just want to beat this guy. I want to take him a part. I know I’m ready to fight for the World Read more [...]

Lightweight World Champion Rances Barthelemy Battles Former World Champion Mickey Bey

HOLLYWOOD, FL. (April 29, 2016) Press Release- Undefeated lightweight world champion Rances "Kid Blast" Barthelemy (24-0, 13 KOs) will make his first title defense against former world champion Mickey "The Spirit" Bey (22-1-1, 10 KOs) in the main event of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) on Spike Friday, June 3 at the Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.   Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/PT as unbeaten Puerto Rican prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez (14-0, 10 KOs) takes on hard-hitting Mexican Victor "Pitufo" Proa (28-1-2, 21 KOs) in a 10-round bantamweight affair. "There were rumors that a fight between me and Mickey Bey was on the brink of happening prior to my fight against Denis Shafikov, so now that it is here, I know it was destined to happen," said Read more [...]

Boxers fight a “Two” round bout! By Sue TL Fox

(DEC 12, 2005) It never ceases to amaze me in the things that happen in this sport. Last night, Dawn Ramey, 114, 1-0-1, fought on the undercard against Claudia O’Brian, 122, in what was “supposed” to be a four round bout.   WBAN received information from an "insider" who was at the event, tell WBAN the following (excerpt): “Last night I witnessed an injustice in women’s boxing, and I was ringside for the entire incident. Aaron Davis, the first Kansas Commissioner, has seemed to make up his own rules for pro women’s boxing. At the Kansas Expo Center in Topeka, a Danger Fire Promotions had a female fight scheduled for four rounds. Claudia O’Brian (122), making her pro debut, was fighting Dawn Ramey (114), 1-0-1. At the beginning of the third round bell, (neither fighter injured) Read more [...]