“SHAUN GEORGE/CHRIS HENRY SHOWDOWN IS ON IN PHILLY!!”

(June 25, 2009) The anticipated match-up between light heavyweight contenders Shaun George and Chris Henry is on for July 10, 2009! The fight will take place at The Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The ten-round bout, which will be televised on ESPN 2, was added on to an action packed card as the co-feature to Matt Godfrey v. Shawn Hawk.

George (18-2-2, 9 KO’s) is considered a top contender for the light heavyweight title. He captured the attention of the boxing world when he destroyed two-time heavyweight champion Chris Byrd last year. George’s most recent win came last February when he knocked out former world title challenger Jaffa Ballogou in the first round in stunning fashion.

“This is a great fight for Shaun on his path to a future title shot,” said his promoter Lou DiBella.

Henry (23-2, 18 KO’s) is no stranger to fighting top notch competition like George. He has been in the ring with the likes of Adrian Daiconu and Yusef Mack. The styles of both George and Henry should make for an exciting and fan-friendly match up.

“I feel like every fight is life or death for me,” said George. “This fight will be no different. I am on a mission to prove I am the best.”

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Tickets are priced at $45 for advanced, $60 for Ringside, and $65 for VIP. They can be purchased by calling The Arena at 267-687-7560, Shalyte Entertainment at 215-287-7949 or Le Crown Barbershop at 215-927-5027