Atlantic City, NJ: Undefeated light heavyweight Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (23-0-1, 21 KOs) has yet to go beyond eight rounds in any professional bout in his career, because 91% of the time he knocks out his opponent before the fight gets too far, but if Cedric “L.O.W.” Agnew (26-0-0, 13 KOs) hopes to defeat Krusher taking him into the later rounds may be his best shot for success on March 29 at Boardwalk Hall. Below is the scouting report for the March 29 fight for the WBO Light Heavyweight Championship at Boardwalk Hall on HBO Boxing After Dark:

Category
Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev
Cedric “L.O.W.” Agnew
Age
30
27
Record
23-0-1, 21 KOs
26-0-0, 13 KOs
Weight
174
174
Strength
Kovalev has ring intelligence, footwork, punching power and laser focus. He is incredibly agile and flexible. He moves very well on his feet and is never out of position.
Agnew is a pure boxer with a strong US amateur background. He is undefeated. His focus will be 100% on this-the biggest fight of his life.
Weakness
Sergey has never been extended to the later rounds so there is no way to know what will happen if Cedric takes him deep. There has been a lot of speculation about the possibility of future unification bouts, this could tempt him to lose focus and look past Agnew.
Cedric has never fought a fighter of Sergey’s caliber. He has never been on the big stage and fought under the bright lights so there is no way to know how he will respond to the pressure.
Experience
Kovalev is the more experienced fighter. He has fought better competition and has beaten his recent opposition (Cleverly and Sillakh) to the punch.
Although Agnew has not fought the same level of opponents as Kovalev he has defeated everyone who was put in front of him
Power
They don’t call him “Krusher” for nothing!
Cedric will have to rely on his boxing skills, as Kovalev is the more powerful boxer.
Endurance
Sergey’s endurance is still untested as he has never had to go beyond 8 rounds.
Agnew has gone 12 rounds twice and been extended to 10 rounds once, so he gets the edge here with his experience.
Accuracy
Kovalev is extremely accurate. Against Sillakh he connected for 36.9% of his overall punches and 43.4% of his power punches.
Agnew is more of a boxer so if Sergey allows him to, he will connect with the jab.
Defense
Kovalev has not had to use a lot of his defense lately, so it is still a question mark.
For any opponent stepping into the ring against Sergey their main concern is going to be their defense because he has incredible punching power. For Cedric, questions remain about whether or not he was able to improve his defense during training camp.
Style
Kovalev’s style is to seek and destroy.
Cedric is a more classic boxer.
Intangibles
Kovalev has the confidence of a champion; he is remarkably focused and intense.
Agnew was the only Light Heavyweight to ask for this fight and accept the terms.
Crowd Support
Kovalev is fast becoming a big star so he will likely have most of the crowd with him.
As the American in this fight some of the fans will be with Agnew on 3/29.
The Match-Up
Kovalev is favored, but Agnew is a pure boxer who has a chance to extend Kovalev into the later rounds. If so, he will take Kovalev to a place where he has never been at a time when his focus may be elsewhere.

Questions:
1. Will Sergey be able to handle a pure boxer inside the ring?
2. Will Agnew fold under the lights?
3. Will Sergey be looking past this fight onto bigger fights?
4. Will Agnew be able to take Sergey’s punch if it connects?

Cedric “L.O.W.” Agnew
Main Events’ CEO Kathy Duva says, “Never miss a moment of a Krusher fight because you never know when it will all be over. He is electrifying in the ring and this will be his first main event on HBO so look for him to dominate early.”

About March 29th:

March 29th features the WBO Light Heavyweight World Title showdown between Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (23-0-1, 21KOs) and Cedric Agnew (26-0-0, 13 KOs) from the Ballroom at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic, City, NJ. The telecast will begin live on HBO Boxing After Dark at 10:00 PM ET/PT with the Thomas Dulorme vs. Karim Mayfield co-feature. The event is presented by Main Events in association with Caesars Atlantic City. Tickets are on sale now through TicketMaster online at www.ticketmaster.com or via phone (800) 736-1420. Fans can also contact Main Events for tickets at (973) 200-7050. Ticket prices are $26, $51, $77 and $152. Doors will open at 6:30 PM ET.

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BROOKLYN, NY (MARCH 24, 2014)–Dmitriy Salita’s Star of David Promotions along with Roy Jones Square Ring Promotions announce the signing of Jr. Middleweight Steven Martinez to a co-promotional contract.

Steve Martinez out of Bronx ,NY is a 3- time New York City Golden Gloves and National Champion. The highly touted prospect returned to the ring February 27th after a 14 month lay off. Steve scored an impressive six round stoppage over the durable and upset minded Rahman Yusubov.

“Steve is a very talented fighter with world class skills. He looked sharp and is ready for top names in the Jr. Middleweight division.”, said Salita

Roy Jones Jr is equally excited about the signing ” Steve’s impressive amateur career and skills as a pro make him one of the best prospects in the world.”, Said the future Hall of Famer.

Steve’s impressive 6th round stoppage will premier Nationally in prime time on Universal Sports Network March 24th at 7:30 PM ET

LAS VEGAS (March 24, 2014) – An explosive matchup of two world-class fighters is coming to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 3, when British superstar and former Unified Super Lightweight World Champion Amir “King” Khan faces Brooklyn native and WBA International Welterweight Champion Luis Collazo in the 12-round welterweight co-main event of “THE MOMENT: Floyd Mayweather vs. Marcos Maidana” on SHOWTIME PPV.

A media conference call featuring both fighters is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 at
3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT. Additional details to follow this announcement.

“I’m looking forward to fighting in Las Vegas once again, and my intention on May 3 is to make a statement that I belong on this big stage,” said Khan. “Luis Collazo might be coming off of a big win, but I am in incredible shape and am ready for this challenge. A win on May 3 is what I need to prove that I truly am one of the best welterweights in the sport.”

“Defeating Victor Ortiz in January was just the beginning,” said Collazo. “Facing and beating Amir Khan on the biggest stage in the sport is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I will take full advantage of this and put myself in the best position to face the winner of the main event. I hope Khan is ready because Brooklyn is coming to take him down.”

“Both Amir Khan and Luis Collazo have made it known that they want a shot at the winner of the fight between Floyd Mayweather and Marcos Maidana, so what better way for them to prove that they’re next in line than by fighting on “THE MOMENT” card on May 3?” said Richard Schaefer, CEO of Golden Boy Promotions. “These are two exciting former world champions and this fight has the potential to steal the show.”

“Amir Khan and Luis Collazo are aggressive boxers who deliver excitement and fan-friendly action in every fight,” said Stephen Espinoza, Executive Vice President and General Manager, SHOWTIME Sports®. “With the addition of this main event-caliber co-feature bout, boxing’s biggest night of the year has become even bigger. Mayweather vs. Maidana and Khan vs. Collazo is a spectacular one-two punch for boxing fans.”

A British standout who represented his nation in the 2004 Olympic Games, where he won a silver medal, Bolton’s Amir “King” Khan (28-3, 19 KOs) went from local hero to international star when he won his first world title at 140 pounds in 2009. After five successful defenses that included wins over Marcos Maidana, Paulie Malignaggi and Zab Judah, Khan lost his title by way of a controversial decision to Lamont Peterson in 2011. Winner of two straight over Carlos Molina and Julio Diaz since, the flashy, flamboyant 27-year-old boxer-puncher is now campaigning at welterweight, where he seeks championship gold once again.

Brooklyn’s Luis Collazo (35-5, 18 KOs) has long been one of New York’s finest exports, a slick boxer who isn’t afraid to get into the trenches and slug it out. Collazo is a former WBA Welterweight World Champion and currently holds the WBA International Welterweight Title. No stranger to facing the elite in his weight class, he has squared off against fighters such as Jose Antonio Rivera, Ricky Hatton, Shane Mosley and Andre Berto. Collazo took nearly two years off from the ring, but since returning in 2011, he has won five of six bouts, including four straight. This past January, he made the statement of a lifetime with a blistering second-round knockout victory over favored former world champion Victor Ortiz, and he has similar plans for Khan on May 3.

“THE MOMENT: Mayweather vs. Maidana,” a 12-round world championship unification bout for Mayweather and Maidana’s respective 147-pound titles, is promoted by Mayweather Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions and sponsored by Corona, O’Reilly Auto Parts and AT&T. In the co-main event, Amir Khan faces Luis Collazo in a 12-round bout for Collazo’s WBA International Welterweight title. The event will be produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV (9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT) and is the third fight of Mayweather’s lucrative multi-fight deal with Showtime Networks Inc.

Tickets priced at $1,500, $1,000 and $750, not including applicable service charges and taxes are on sale now. Tickets are limited to eight (8) per person. To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Tickets also are available for purchase at www.mgmgrand.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

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New Jersey (March 24, 2014) – Gary Shaw Productions undefeated middleweight contender, Tureano Johnson (14-0, 10 KOs) is training hard for his upcoming bout with Curtis “Showtime” Stevens (26-4-0, 19 KOs) taking place at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, April 4th. Johnson vs. Stevens, a ten-round bout, will be will be televised on NBCSN “Fight Night” as the co-feature to Steve “USS” Cunningham (26-6-0, 12 KOs) vs. Amir “Hardcore” Mansour (20-0-0, 15 KOs).

Johnson, who resides in Hollywood, Florida, by way of Nassau, Bahamas, was part of the 2008 Bahamas Olympic Team. After having a decorated amateur career in which he worked alongside the Cuban National Team for the eight years, Johnson has developed into an outstanding professional, winning convincingly in all of his fourteen pro fights. He feels confident in his ability to defeat Stevens, who’s ranked #11 by the WBC and IBF.

“I would like to thank my promoter, Gary Shaw, for making this fight possible. On April 4th, the world will be introduced to Tureano Johnson. This has been a long, hard road for me filled with blood, sweat, and ruthless determination. I have been begging for this opportunity to pit my skills against the so-called best in my division. However, it is easier said than done in this world of boxing. No one would fight me until now. I respect Curtis Stevens. He is a strong, hard-punching fighter who has been in with the best. But he can’t and won’t beat me. To all the fans, don’t miss this fight on NBC Sports. I’m sure it is going to be a throw-back fight. It has been said that I’m not the most “technical” fighter out there. Well it’s true. I like to mix it up, throw hard punches, and get a little barbaric in the ring. I’m coming to fight and win impressively. After April 4th, I know I will get the fights I deserve.” said Johnson.

One of the best fighters to ever come from the Bahamas, Johnson will have to shake off the rust, being that he’s been out of the ring for over a year.

“The long layoff will finally be coming to an end and it won’t be a problem. I’ve had so many fights as an amateur that boxing is like riding a bike for me. I’ll know what to do as soon as I step in the ring. My body is well rested and I’ll be 100% healthy going into this fight.” Johnson concluded.

Promoter Gary Shaw feels Johnson is a star in the making as he stated, “Tureano Johnson is a very special fighter with an incredible work ethic. With that being said, he’ll have every opportunity to showcase his skills on the big stage. Against Stevens, I expect he’ll be tested, but I know he’ll adapt to anything he brings, and win the fight. This will be another excellent fight, one the fans will not want to miss.”

Sherman Oaks, California (March 24, 2014) “FIGHT FOR PEACE” the highly anticipated World Boxing Council Heavyweight Championship of the World and rematch between top-rated world contenders, Bermane “B. Ware” Stiverne and Chris “The Nightmare” Arreola will take place on SATURDAY, MAY 10 from the USC Galen Center in Downtown Los Angeles and telecast LIVE on ESPN and ESPN Deportes and presented by Corona Extra.

Hall of Fame Promoter Don King of Don King Productions and Dan Goossen of Goossen Tutor Promotions made the announcement jointly today.

“ESPN is in it to win it…and ‘win’ in it they have…hitting a grand slam home run in public opinion in welcoming the prodigal son of the sport of boxing – The WBC Heavyweight Championship of the World Title Event back to America – Halleluiah!” said the ever-enthusiastic Don King, promoter of Bermane Stiverne.

“FIGHT FOR PEACE” is a fitting international tribute to the battle for the vacant World Boxing Council Heavyweight Championship of the World previously held by longtime champion Vitali Klitschko who stepped away from boxing officially in December 2013 to focus on the 2014 Ukrainian Presidential Election where he is seeking to become the country’s leader.

“Vitali was a great champion, in and out of the ring, and the winner of this fight will have big shoes to fill wearing the green belt around their waist,” said Dan Goossen promoter of Arreola. “Chris will definitely be going into this fight with his back against the wall. It’s that type of do-or-die situation I believe when he’s the most motivated and dangerous. To top off this history making, and what is sure to be great event, is ESPN’s participation, the home to all major sporting events, putting additional broadcast significance to this Heavyweight World Championship fight.”

Stiverne and Arreola previously battled on April 27, 2013 in Ontario, California, with the Florida resident winning a 12-round unanimous decision over the Southern California based Mexican-American who fought valiantly through a knockdown and broken nose, both suffered in the third round.

The flamboyant King went on to say, “Bermane Stiverne vs. Chris Arreola fighting for the most coveted crowning ceremony in the world of sports scheduled to take place on May 10, 2014 – as Heavyweights go…so goes boxing! Never has that saying had more relevance than now.” “Needless to say there is great joy in the land of fisticuffs creating great excitement for boxing fans around the world who will celebrate this homecoming with bated breath and great anticipation awaiting the destiny of this fantastic rematch: Stiverne vs. Arreola for the WBC Heavyweight Championship of the World broadcast exclusively via ESPN.”

The move by ESPN to telecast the Stiverne-Arreola Championship bout is unprecedented and in recent years heavyweight title bouts have been broadcast primarily on premium cable channels or pay-per-view.

“For nearly 35 years, ESPN has been the premier destination for sports fans,” Goossen said. “We’re thrilled to work with their team to allow sports fans around the world the opportunity to watch a World Heavyweight Championship on what is the undisputed Worldwide Leader in Sports.”

“FIGHT FOR PEACE” exemplifies the obstacles both Stiverne and Arreola have climbed to be in position to do what no other person of their descent have done in the 100-plus years of our sport. With a victory, Stiverne would become the first Haitian to win the Heavyweight World Championship. And for Arreola, with all the great Mexican champions throughout the history of boxing, none have ever held the most prestigious belt of them all. History will be made on this night.

“ESPN has a long history of carrying world class boxing events, but this certainly ranks up there with the best that we’ve televised,” said Brian Kweder, ESPN senior director of programming and acquisitions. “Dan Goossen and Don King deserve credit for having the vision to distribute this potentially historical match to as many households as possible and we are thrilled to be televising the fight.”

Assistant Athletic Director and General Manager of USC Galen Center, Carl Reed added, “We are very excited to be part of the historic Heavyweight World Championship match between Bermane Stiverne and Chris Arreola. We have hosted numerous national and international events; this Heavyweight Championship fight will deliver the knockout blow that will set the USC Galen Center apart from all other venues. I look forward to working with both promoters, Don King and Dan Goossen in ensuring this is a fight for the ages!”

With a record of 23-1-1 (20 KO’s), the hard-hitting Stiverne, originally from La Plaine, Haiti and now living in Miami, Florida is currently world ranked as the #1 contender in the WBC heavyweight rankings.

“The only thing I’m thinking about right now is putting my hands on that title. As a matter of fact, to me, I’m going to the ring like I’m defending my title. This title is mine. It’s my title, you know what I’m saying; they just didn’t give it to me yet. I’m going in there to defend my title. I feel like I’m ready already. I feel great. I look great and I just can’t wait man. I can’t wait to make history, so everybody lookout for that fight. It’s gonna’ be a fantastic performance and a lot of pain and a knockout,” stated top heavyweight contender Bermane Stiverne, who talked about his anticipated rematch with Chris Arreola and his own desire to be crowned the new WBC Heavyweight Champion of the World.

Stiverne’s trainer, Don House added, “I’ve evaluated this fight and we have been going at this like Bermane hasn’t fought Arreola before, as if everything is brand new. Can Arreola bring anything into this fight differently? No. He may come to fight in the best shape of his life but he doesn’t have the skills to beat Bermane. He doesn’t have the power or speed that Bermane does. Arreola will be right there, Bermane won’t have to look for him, and Bermane will be ready to fight 12 rounds.”

Ranked the #2 heavyweight by the WBC, Arreola, 36-3-0 (31 KO’s), returned to action following the disappointing loss to Stiverne with a devastating first round stoppage of top contender Seth Mitchell on September 7, 2013 in Indio, California.

“I’m very excited about fighting for the WBC Title once again and having it seen on my favorite television network ESPN. I have a great opportunity to get my revenge against Stiverne and make history in one night and I plan to deliver,” stated Arreola.

Henry Ramirez, trainer of Arreola said, “Not too many times do you get a chance to right a wrong, and on May 10 Chris will have his chance to do just that with everything on the line. I know we have a tough task but I have zero doubt Chris Arreola will be the WBC World Heavyweight Champion and first ever of Mexican descent to hold such title.”

“FIGHT FOR PEACE” from the USC Galen Center in Downtown Los Angeles will be exclusively televised Live on Saturday, May 10 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ESPN and ESPN Deportes and WatchESPN. Tickets priced at $300, $200, $100, $50 and $25 (plus customary fees) will go on sale shortly.

King, the Hall of Fame promoter concluded, “This is a must see and you cannot afford to miss it. You just have to be there, and you can be there, live and in living color with the movie stars, the sports stars, celebrities, dignitaries and world leaders on the scene with the crowd going wild – this is history in the making. Or, you can enjoy the thrilling cheers of excitement at your own house party… in your living room watching the provocatively spectacular TV broadcast on ESPN with friends and neighbors. What a super coup this is for ESPN…seizing the time and grasping the opportunity to reestablish the sport of boxing. Give the people what they want and they will respond with the magical question – When is the next one? ESPN has done just that – give the people what they want using indomitable courage, business genius and visionary ingenuity to snatch victory out of the jaws of defeat. BY ESPN’s televising boxing’s redemption, it gives the sweet science a return to glory from its fall from grace. But more importantly, it is the “Fight for Peace” symbolizing the essence of America’s creed- freedom, justice, equality, liberty, and peace which makes all American’s proud, happy and extremely grateful. Thank you ESPN.”

The network will also present comprehensive news and analysis in anticipation and leading into the fight.

For more information on Goossen Tutor Promotions, follow Dan Goossen/Goossen Tutor on Twitter @DanGoossen, @GoossenTutor, Facebook at /GoossenTutor and visit their website at www.GoossenTutor.com.

Hall of Fame Trainer Jessie Reid has some surprising words about Al Haymon-managed heavyweight prospect Gerald “El Gallo Negro” Washington (11-0, 8 KOs).

Reid is serving as co-trainer (along with Aaron Navarro) for 6′ 8″ heavyweight Skipp “Strictly Business” Scott (16-1, 10 KOs) in his upcoming fight against Washington in the 10-round co-main event on Thursday, April 3, when Golden Boy Live! presents “Night Of The Heavyweights,” a tripleheader of heavyweight action on FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes, from the Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California.

“I think he can be outhustled and is somebody we can bang around. He tries to be cute, but he’s not a cutie. Honestly, he strikes me as more of a sparring partner,” said Reid. “If you come in not properly prepared, he can outfight you, but we’re coming in very well-prepared and ready to take it to him and bust his heart.”

Reid, who has handled the careers of such greats as Roger Mayweather, Lamon Brewster, Johnny Tapia, Orlando Canizales, Reggie Johnson and Bruce Curry among the 23 World Champions and over 40 world-rated boxers, says he likes what he sees from Scott.

“I’ve been watching Skipp Scott and he hasn’t lost a fight in seven years. He’s a very big, tough guy. He’s intimidating and he can back it up. You knock him down, he gets back up and I like that. He’s a guy with tons of desire and heart.”

Reid says Scott’s style is perfect for his legendary style of coaching.

“Skipp is a fighter, not a boxer. I can help him with his boxing skills when he needs them, but fighters win by fighting. Boxers use their abilities for defensive moves and they’re very boring at times. I’d rather see somebody who has the boxing skills when they need them, but also be a real finisher with killer instinct. When I look at Skipp Scott, that’s what I see he could be. I’ve worked with plenty of great boxers, but I’m the kind of guy who is a motivator for punchers. I’m excited. Skipp is a real fighter with real heart and I know I can help him.”

In the 10-round main event that night, unbeaten Cuban Luis Ortiz will take on long-time top contender and world-title challenger Monte Barrett and, in the televised opener, 2012 U.S. Olympian Dominic “Trouble” Breazeale will face veteran Nagy Aguilera.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (March 24th, 2014) — After batting drug addiction for more than nine years and nearly overdosing at the age of 25, Providence, R.I., middleweight boxer KJ Harrison-Lombardi will return to the ring Friday night to continue his remarkable turnaround.

Harrison-Lombardi’s story began more than two decades ago in Providence’s rough Smith Hill neighborhood, where his father urged him to take up karate and boxing as a way to defend himself.

At 13, Harrison-Lombardi (5-0-1) began a promising amateur career that included several regional titles, but soon found himself straying from the path, absorbed by a life on the streets partying, doing drugs and chasing women.

A near-death experience in 2008 and a chance reunion with his former boxing coach brought Harrison-Lombardi back to the sport he loved, but not before more setbacks along the way. Read more about his remarkable recovery in this exclusive interview.

Tickets to Harrison-Lombardi’s 2014 debut on Friday, March 28th at Twin River Casino are priced at $41, $76 and $126 (VIP) and can be purchased by calling 401-724-2253/2254, online at www.cesboxing.com or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Players Club at Twin River. All fights and fighters are subject to change.

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The main event of Friday’s card features Jersey City, N.J., fan-favorite Chris Chatman (11-3-1, 5 KOs) battling The Contender Season 2 champion Grady Brewer (30-18, 16 KOs) of Lawton, Okla., in an eight-round middleweight bout, presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment & Sports.

Coming off a knockout win over veteran Arthur Saribekian in November, Cape Cod, Mass., heavyweight Jesse Barboza (7-1-1, 5 KOs) will look to stay on track against East Stroudsburg, Pa., heavyweight Glenn Thomas in a four-round bout while Springfield, Mass., welterweight Zack Rasmey (6-0, 3 KOs) takes on veteran Shakha Moore (11-19-3, 2 KOs) of Norwalk, Conn., in a six-rounder.

Louisiana cruiserweight Alvin Varmall Jr. (2-0, 2 KOs), who made his Twin River debut in February with a knockout win over Andre Ward, will return to face Devon Mosley (0-0-1) of Capitol Heights, Md., in a four-round bout and Chattanooga, Tenn., lightweight prospect Ryan Martin (3-0, 2 KOs) will face Justin Robbins (2-5, 1 KO) of Springfield, Ill., in a four-round bout. All fights and fighters are subject to change.

Queens, NY (March 24, 2014)–This Tuesday night at Resorts World Casino New York City in Jamaica, Queens, New York, boxers that will compete on the big April 5 boxing show at the same venue will be present for a meet and greet with fans.

Main event fighter, undefeated Jr. Middleweight Frank Galarza (12-0-2, 8 KO’s); World Ranked Bantamweight Rafael Vazquez (10-1, 8 KO’s); Welterweight Rich Neves (6-1-1, 3 KO’s); Jr. Middleweight Gary Beriguette (3-0, 2 KO’s) plus many other fighters who will be appear on the card will be at Bar 360 as part of Latin Night at Resorts World Casino signing autographs and taking pictures with the fans from 8 PM to 11 PM.

On April 5th, Galarza will be in the 8-round main event as he takes on Franklin Gonzalez while Vazquez battles Manuel de los Reyes Herrera in an 8-round co-feature.

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Tacoma, WA (March 23, 2014) – After a back and forth war, Stivens Bujaj (12-0, 9 KOs) prevailed in the seventh round, scoring a TKO at the 1:52 mark in the seventh round of Halquist Productions’ Battle at the Boat 95 main event for the WBC United States Cruiserweight Title. Notable undercard fights include Cameron Sevilla-Rivera (3-0, 3 KOs) scoring his third knockout in as many fights and Jeremy McCleary (3-0) keeping his record undefeated in a very impressive fight against a very game Corben Page (4-9-1).

A sold out crowd was on hand to witness the seven fight Battle at the Boat card and showed tremendous support throughout the night that made for a world class night of boxing.

Bujaj came into the Battle at the Boat 95 main event more confident than ever, publicly stating that he’ll be ready to fight a top ten cruiserweight by the end of 2014 and took the first step into getting his wish, taking on his toughest test yet, Victor Barragan, in what was the first ten round bout ever scheduled for Bujaj.

The fight was very back and forth that featured Barragan pressing the fight and Bujaj contently focusing on his counter punch while showing a very solid uppercut. There were times in the fight where Barragan had Bujaj trapped against the ropes and throwing numerous shots, but Bujaj showed a good chin and elusiveness enabling himself to stay composed. Bujaj was able to punch more efficiently and powerfully, putting Barragan in danger a few times in the early rounds.

At the end of the fifth round, every fan in the 1800 seat showroom stood up and cheered enthusiastically, showing their appreciation of the effort that both Bujaj and Barragan were giving.

As the fight continued Barragan was easily the more roughed up fighter, spitting blood with every punch landing on him, and at the 1:52 mark of the seventh round, Bujaj was able to get the best of Barragan, landing a shot to the chin that buckled Barragan, dropping him in the middle of the ring. Barragan was able to beat the count, but was not able to convince the referee he was able to continue. Bujaj became the new WBC United States Cruiserweight champion with the victory.

On the undercard, Fife, WA’s Cameron Sevilla Rivera put on another display of heavy hands, knocking down his opponent, Juan Carlos Rodriguez, twice within the first two minutes of the first round, the second knockdown taking Rodriguez out for good. Buckley, WA’s Jeremy McCleary faced his toughest test as a pro, but left the showroom victorious winning by majority decision. Official undercard results below:

Jeremy McCleary def. Corben Page MD (38-38)(39-37)(39-37)
Cameron Sevilla-Rivera def. Juan Carlos Rodriguez 1st Round TKO (1:32)
Jared Teer def. Sean Quinnett SD (37-39)(39-37)(40-36)
Harrison Bevens def. Josh Solis 4th Round TKO (2:33)
Jon Jackson def. Jared Torgeson MD (38-38)(40-36)(40-36)
Cole Milani def. Mark Garcia 1st Round TKO (1:40)

Halquist Productions’ next event, CageSport XXX, is scheduled for May 3rd followed by Battle at the Boat 96 taking place on June 7th. Tickets are available for both shows.

About Halquist Productions
Promoter, Brian Halquist started Halquist Productions in 1989 when he promoted up and coming heavyweight boxing contender, Joe “The Boss” Hipp. In 1997, the Emerald Queen Casino and Brian Halquist Productions started the popular northwest boxing series, “The Battle at the Boat,” bringing boxing back to the Pacific Northwest. Halquist Productions is the Northwest’s premier fight promotional company and has promoted events on Showtime, HBO and ESPN and also a co-produced Showtime’s historic boxing event in St. Lucia, West Indies. The Battle at the Boat continues to be the longest running boxing series out of any casino in the United States.

PONCE, PUERTO RICO (March 23, 2014) – Last night at the auditorium Juan Pachin Vicens in Ponce, Puerto, undefeated super featherweight contender, Jose “Sniper” Pedraza (16-0, 10 KOs) captured the vacant International Boxing Organization super featherweight world title, with a dominating unanimous decision victory against Mexico’s Alberto “Kichis” Garza (26-7-1, 21 KOs). Scorecards read 119-109, 118-110 and 117-111.

“This was another fight where I went the distance and learned a lot.” said Pedraza. “I’m working on everything each time I step in the ring. I’m feeling more comfortable while I’m honing in on my skills to get better. I feel I’m ready to fight any of the other world champions in my division, but ‘m going to leave that up to my promoters, Gary Shaw, Lou DiBella and Javier Bustillo. I’ll fight anyone anywhere. I’m ready to make my people proud. Fighting in Puerto Rico is the best.”

Newly signed amateur stars, bantamweight Jean “Chapito” Rivera (1-0) and featherweight Luis Paredes (1-0) were successful, winning their pro debuts convincingly.

Riviera used his speed and lateral movement to defeat his opponent Josue Class (0-1). Scorecards read 39-36 and 40-35 twice all in favor of Rivera.

“Coming out victorious in my first pro fight was the goal for me tonight.” said Riviera. “I learned a lot in this fight and I want to thank Gary Shaw for everything. I feel great and it was incredible fighting in front of my people here in Puerto Rico. I’m hoping to get right back in the ring.”

Paredes faced a game opponent in Kevin Vazquez, who was also making his pro debut, but won convincingly. Scorecards read 39-36 across the board for Paredes.

“It was great to come out on top in my first professional fight,” Paredes said. “I’m going to keep working hard, while improving with each fight. Puerto Rican fans are the best and I’m happy to be fighting here at home. My promoter Gary Shaw has plans to keep me busy so I’ll be ready to go when my name is called.”

Pedraza is a member of “Team Puerto Rico”, which is a collaboration between Gary Shaw Productions, DiBella Entertainment and Universal Promotions, made with the goal of gathering the best of Puerto Rico’s boxing talents. Paredes and Rivera are promoted by Gary Shaw Productions.

Brooklyn, NY (3/21/14) – Earlier tonight, DiBella Entertainment presented the latest installment of its ever popular Broadway Boxing series with an exciting eight-bout card from the Aviator Sports and Events Center in Brooklyn, NY.

Fighting before a strong contingent of hometown fans, Brooklyn fan favorite Heather Hardy and the Bronx’s Nydia Feliciano went to war in their eight-round female junior featherweight feature bout. Feliciano was easily the toughest opponent of Hardy’s young career, having already fought for a world title in 2012. Round after round, Hardy and Feliciano furiously brawled, bringing the crowd to a standing ovation on a number of occasions. Hardy was the aggressor and pressed the action for the majority of the bout, and in the end, she was awarded the well-deserved unanimous decision, winning by scores of 79-73, and 78-74 twice. It was the most impressive victory to date for Hardy, who improved to a perfect 9-0, 2KO’s.

Joe Smith (right in photo), 178, Long Island, NY, trained by Tommy Gallagher, brawled with the tough Michael Gbenga, 172, Washington, DC, providing exciting two-way action in their scheduled eight-round light heavyweight contest. Smith applied pressure and focused his attack downstairs. After two rounds of punishment to the body, Gbenga was forced to retire on his stool prior to the start of the third frame, citing a rib injury. With the win, Smith improved to 15-1 (12 KOs), while Gbenga dropped to 13-12 (13 KOs).

Coming off his HBO-televised tough decision-loss to Matthew Macklin, middleweight prospect Lamar Russ, 160, 14-1 (7 KOs), Fayetteville, NC, battled Tony Hirsch, 160, 15-6-2, Oakland, CA. Russ was outboxing Hirsch early on, landing his overhand right behind a crisp jab. As the two boxers were pressing forward, an accidental head butt opened up a cut over Hirsch’s right eye in the first frame. In between rounds, however, the ringside physician determined that Hirsch was in no position to continue. As a result, the bout was declared a No-Contest.

Undefeated junior middleweight prospect Patrick Day needed just 39 seconds to stop Duane King with a picture-perfect left hook to the liver in their scheduled six-round contest. The former #1-rated U.S. amateur came out working behind a long hard jab. He followed up one of those jabs with his left hook, a combination that echoed throughout the building. King went down immediately and had no chance of beating the count. It was an impressive showing for the Freeport, Long Island-native who improved to a perfect 7-0-1, 4KO’s.

Fighting before a loud contingency of fans, Bronx’s Christopher Galeano improved to a perfect 3-0 with a four-round unanimous decision over Azamat Umarzoda in their junior middleweight matchup. Galeano, a former amateur national champion, and co-promoted by 50 Cent’s SMS Promotions, boxed beautifully from the outside, landing crisp combinations to both the body and head. Umarzoda hung tough, but just wasn’t able to keep up with Galeano’s speed. In the end, all three judges scored the bout 39-37 in favor of Galeano.

The exciting and promising junior lightweight Joel Diaz improved to 15-0, 12KO’s, winning a hard-fought six-round unanimous decision over game veteran Jose Angel Beranza. Diaz, trained by Abel Sanchez, pressed the action, landing a number of hard shots against the tough-as-nails Beranza throughout the six-round contest. In the end, all three judges scored the bout in Diaz’ favor with tallies of 60-54, and 59-55 twice.

Making his DBE debut, highly regarded middleweight prospect Eduardo Alicea passed the stiffest test of his young career winning a unanimous six-round decision over James Johnson. Alicea, trained by top trainer Robert Garcia and co-promoted with Rumble Time Promotions, was very sharp and accurate with his shots throughout. Alicea worked behind a stiff jab to control the action from the outside. Johnson, who, like Alicea, was a former amateur standout, was game and showed heart, but just couldn’t seem to keep up with Alicea’s output and crisp combinations. After six frames, Alicea was awarded the victory on scores of 60-54 twice, and 59-55. With the win, Alicea moved to a perfect 6-0, 3KO’s, while the heavy-handed Johnson dropped to 7-2, 7KO’s.

Kicking off the card was Queens-native Joseph Williams taking on P.J. Cajigas in a four-round light heavyweight contest. Williams stalked Cajigas from the opening bell, applying relentless pressure. Williams landed big shots with both hands especially to the body. In the third round, Williams landed a big overhand right, followed by a monstrous left hook that sent Cajigas out flat on this back. The referee didn’t even bother to administer a count and officially waved off the contest at 1:49 of round three. It was an impressive showing for Williams, who improved to 2-0, 2KO’s.

INDIO, CALIF. (Mar. 21) – The April 3 FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes tripleheader is now complete, as former heavyweight world title challenger Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett returns to the ring to face unbeaten Cuban contender Luis “The Real King Kong” Ortiz in the main event of the highly anticipated “Night of the Heavyweights” Golden Boy Live! event at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif.

In previously announced televised heavyweight bouts, Vallejo, California’s Gerald “El Gallo Negro” Washington risks his perfect professional record in the 10-round co-main event against Houston’ Skipp “Strictly Business” Scott and 2012 U.S. Olympian Dominic “Trouble” Breazeale goes for 10 straight wins when he takes on veteran standout Nagy Aguilera.

Plus, unbeaten rising star Diego “The Golden Kid” De La Hoya will appear in a six-round junior featherweight bout and exciting prospects Santiago “El Lobito” Guevara, Neeco “The Rooster” Macias, Michael Hunter and Stephan Shaw will also be seeing action on this stacked card.

Fight fans in attendance at Fantasy Springs are in for a special treat as former heavyweight contender Gerry “Gentleman” Cooney will be on hand as a special VIP guest to meet and greet those at the event. One of the hardest punchers in heavyweight history, Cooney is best remembered for his knockout wins over Ken Norton, Ron Lyle and Jimmy Young, as well as his epic 1982 challenge for Larry Holmes’ title.

Currently ranked number two in the world by the WBA, 34-year-old southpaw Luis “The Real King Kong” Ortiz (20-0, 17 KOs) graduated from the legendary Cuban amateur boxing program with nearly 350 wins and numerous titles. When he turned professional in his adopted home state of Florida in 2010, he set his sights on gold of a different sort; a heavyweight world championship. Thus far, Ortiz has been unstoppable with five-of-his-last-six wins coming by way of knockout, making it clear that he will take out anyone in the way of his pursuit of a title.

Equipped with top-level heavyweight experience few can match on the current landscape, Queens, New York’s Monte Barrett (35-10-2, 20 KOs) has been in the ring with the best of the best over the course of his career, including Wladimir Klitschko, Tim Witherspoon, Hasim Rahman, David Haye and David Tua. Eager to get back in the heavyweight race, Barrett has specialized in spoiling the rise of the highly-touted, handing Dominick Guinn, Owen Beck, Eric Kirkland and Tye Fields crushing losses. He hopes to add Ortiz to that list on April 3.

An elite level prospect that has made an impression in each of his fights to date, Mexicali’s Diego “The Golden Kid” De La Hoya (3-0, 3 KOs) has shown remarkable skills and power in his knockout wins over Luis Cosme, Abraham Rubio and Sergio Najera. On April 3, the 19-year-old will meet an opponent to be named in a six-round junior featherweight bout.

One of the newest members of the Golden Boy Promotions team, Mexico-born junior lightweight Santiago “El Lobito” Guevara (6-0, 3 KOs) is a talented fighter with a bright future in the fight game. Scheduled for a six round bout on April 3, the Los Angeles resident is ready to impress fans at Fantasy Springs.

Palm Desert’s Neeco “The Rooster” Macias (3-0, 1 KO) is an action fighter who loves to scrap when the bell rings. In February, the southpaw won his third professional fight, decisioning Victor Altamirano in four rounds, the same length of his junior middleweight bout this April.

“Night of the Heavyweights” will live up to its name as the night will with two more heavyweight showdowns. In a heavyweight bout scheduled for six rounds, Van Nuys’ Michael Hunter (3-0, 3 KOs) will be seeking yet another knockout when he faces Jackson, Tennessee’s Rodrigo Ray (5-6-1, 2 KOs), and in the opener scheduled for four rounds in the heavyweight division, St. Louis’ Stephan Shaw (2-0, 2 KOs) will look for victory number three.

Opponents for De La Hoya, Guevara, Macias and Hunter will be announced shortly.

“Night Of The Heavyweights” is presented by Golden Boy Promotions and sponsored by Corona and O’Reilly Auto Parts. The Fantasy Springs Event Center doors open at 4:00 p.m. PT and the first fight starts at 5:00 p.m. PT. The FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes broadcast airs live at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT.

Tickets, priced at $25, $35 and $45, are on sale now at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, by calling (800) 827-2946 or online at www.fantasyspringsresort.com.

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Eric Hunter 125.5 – Yenifel Vicente 125.5
(USBA FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE)
Miguel Cartagena 113.5 – Miguel Robles 118*
Victor Vasquez 135.5 – Osnel Charles 135.5
Tony Ferrante 210 – Pedro Martinez 229
Anthony Prescott 150.5 – Anthony Miller 150.5

Promoter: Joey Eye Boxing Promotions
Venue: Harrahs Philadelphia
1st Bell: 7:30 PM ET

* Robles 3 lbs over
Hunter was 132 and Vicente 134 at the mandatory 2nd day weigh in

March 21, 2014 – Leading up to the highly anticipated world welterweight title rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley Jr. – set for Saturday, April 12 and presented live by HBO Pay-Per-View® – HBO Sports will present the exclusive replay of two compelling showdowns that highlight the remarkable skill and will of these competitors.

On Friday, March 28 at 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT) and Saturday, March 29 at 10:00 a.m. (ET/PT), HBO2 will replay Pacquiao vs. Bradley I 2012 and Bradley vs. Provodnikov 2013 back-to-back. On June 9, 2012 in the bright spotlight of Las Vegas, Timothy Bradley Jr. won a controversial split decision over Manny Pacquiao, igniting a hot debate in the boxing community that triggered public demand for a rematch. Last March in Carson, CA, Bradley displayed a part of his skill package that hadn’t been seen before when he prevailed over hard-charging Ruslan Provodnikov in a 12-round slugfest that went on to earn 2013’s “Fight of the Year” honors from the Boxing Writers Association of America.

Both fights will also be available 24 hours a day to HBO On Demand® and HBO GO® subscribers beginning Monday, March 31 through Wednesday, April 30.

Pacquiao vs. Bradley 2 takes place Saturday, April 12 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View beginning at 9:00 p.m. ET/ 6:00 p.m. PT.

BROOKLYN, NY (March 21, 2014) – Iron Mike Productions (IMP) and Gleason’s Gym are joining forces in efforts to revitalize the New York boxing scene. The world famous gym – located on 77 Front Street in Brooklyn, NY – that once housed a young man who would go on to become the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history will now serve as headquarters for IMP to recruit local amateur fighters aspiring to enter the pro ranks.

IMP plans to officially open its office doors at its new location in April.

“The combination of Gleason’s Gym and Mike Tyson is sure to make an impact in the boxing community,” stated Bruce Silverglade, owner of Gleason’s Gym, the oldest boxing gym in the United States. “The Recruitment Center will be a magnet for top prospects from around the world.”

The launching will come right before the semifinal and final rounds of the 2014 Daily News Golden Gloves, an annual amateur boxing tournament. The finals will take place April 16-17 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. It’s a given that Tyson and his team will be paying close attention to the results.

“The opening of this recruitment center could not have come at a better time,” noted Jose Nuñez, a local boxing manager whose clients include reigning 130-pound world titlist Argenis Mendez, former two-time world champion Joan Guzman and a slew of rising young fighters. “This collaboration will not only help bring local fighters to the gym, but make them step up their game. We’re looking for the best fighters of the area to represent our brand in the pro ranks. When fighters come to Gleason’s, they’ll know they have to bring their best every time they’re ready to train.”

IBF junior lightweight world champion Argenis Mendez

Nuñez Management will serve as an integral part of the recruiting process for IMP, given the manager’s local roots.

The location hits home for Tyson, one of 133 champions (male and female) from past and present to have at one point trained at Gleason’s Gym. Tyson was born and raised in Brooklyn before being taken in by Cus D’Amato at age 16, with boxing serving as his lone salvation amidst a childhood littered with petty crimes, frequent arrests and time spent in reform school.

Now comes the Hall of Famer’s chance to once again give back.

“Iron Mike Productions is very excited about establishing our presence in the New York boxing community by partnering up with Gleason’s Gym,” said Azim Spicer, Vice President of Iron Mike Productions. “It’s a great opportunity to monitor and assist boxers to strive for their goals in the amateur and professional ranks.”

About Iron Mike Productions (IMP): Founded in 2013 by CEO Garry Jonas and Hall of Famer Mike Tyson, Iron Mike Productions is a full-service boxing promotional company with offices located in Deerfield Beach, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada. IMP is committed to changing traditional boxing promotion by advocating for its fighters’ successes, inside the ring and out, throughout their professional careers and into retirement.

About Gleason’s Gym: One of the sport’s grandest institutions and among the last of New York City’s thriving boxing gyms, Gleason’s Gym is owned and operated by Bruce Silverglade. Gleason’s has served as training headquarters for some of the sports biggest legends, including Muhammad Ali, Roberto Duran and Jake LaMotta. All told, more than 130 World Champions have trained inside the hallow walls of the Brooklyn landmark.

About Nuñez Management: Jose Nuñez has been involved in the sport since the late 1990’s before forming and serving as CEO of Nuñez Management in 2006. The New York-based manager, whose company also manages several notable music acts, has guided four fighters to world championships to date, including reigning 130 pound world champion Argenis Mendez and former two-division world champion Joan Guzman. Both fighters still serve under the managerial banner, along with a trio unbeaten prospects – junior welterweight Felix Diaz, who captured Olympic gold for the 2008 Dominican Republic boxing squad, light heavyweight Lenin Castillo, and junior middleweight Dominique Dolton – among several other rising prospects from the U.S. and Dominican Republic.

March 22, 2014 – Fight fans eager for a unique inside look at the highly anticipated April 12th HBO Pay-Per-View® world welterweight championship rematch between undefeated 147-pound title-holder Timothy Bradley Jr. and the world renowned Filipino sensation Manny Pacquiao should mark their calendars to catch an all-new edition of “Face Off,” starring the two prizefighters. “Face Off With Max Kellerman: Pacquiao/Bradley 2” debuts tonight at 11:45 p.m. (ET/PT) on HBO.

Moderated by Max Kellerman, “Face Off” is an insightful and often gripping interview session in which the two fighters square off and answer Kellerman’s questions. The fighters also get the chance to address each other and their fans in this engaging format.

A “Pacquiao/Bradley 2” extended version of “Face Off” is set to air multiple times on HBO and HBO2 (schedule below). “Face Off” will also be available on the HBO On Demand® service, HBO GO® and at www.hbo.com/boxing as well as various other new media platforms that distribute the program.

HBO air times include: Tonight (11:45 p.m.), 25 (8:15 a.m. & 3:15 p.m.), 29 (12:30 a.m.), 30 (12:30 p.m.) and April 1 (2:00 a.m.), 2 (7:45 p.m.), 5 (2:15 p.m.), 7 (8:15 p.m.), 9 (9:15 a.m.), 11 (6:30 p.m.) & 12 (10:30 a.m.).

HBO2 air times include: March 23 (10:30 a.m.), 27 (1:00 p.m.,6:15 p.m.) 30 (1:05 a.m.) and April 1 (11:40 a.m.), 4 (10:30 a.m.), 10 (9:45 p.m.), 11 (12:30 a.m. & 2:15 a.m.) & 12 (4:30 p.m.).

All times are ET/PT.

“Face Off With Max Kellerman: Pacquiao/Bradley 2” kicks-off four consecutive weeks of original programming and features surrounding the first mega-fight of 2014. It culminates when Pacquiao vs. Bradley 2 takes place Saturday, April 12 from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The fight will be produced and distributed live by HBO Pay-Per-View beginning at 9:00 p.m. ET/ 6:00 p.m. PT.

LONDON (March 21) – David Price conqueror Tony Thompson has vowed to make easy work of another rising British heavyweight in Tyson Fury.

The American steps back into the ring this weekend in Istanbul, where he faces off against the skilled Cuban Odlanier Solis for the WBC International heavyweight championship, live and exclusive on BoxNation.

The heavyweight veteran, who upset the odds by twice beating the highly touted Price, believes he can do the same thing to Fury and has questioned the level of competition the Manchester man has taken on so far.

“He [Fury] is a loudmouth guy, he’s talking his way into big fights and hasn’t done anything. At least David Price’s people had the gumption and balls to put him in with a live heavyweight. Tyson has never been in the ring with anyone like me,” said Thompson.

“All of his opponents pose a threat to him simply because he can’t fight. But they haven’t put him in there with anyone who is capable of exposing him, although a few people almost did it. If [Steve] Cunningham was a legitimate heavyweight he would have stopped Fury easily. A couple of other guys would have beat his ass,” he said.

A fight with the 25-year-old Fury also presents an easier task than the one Price posed and he has called on Team Fury, who are preparing for Dereck Chisora on July 26th, to make the fight happen.

“He’s just been mouthing off about me and I’m the type of guy if you want to talk that trash let’s do it. I’m not running from anybody. If he wants to do it, let’s do it. Tell Peter Fury, or whoever is running the show there,” said Thompson.

“I think it would be a good fight for the fans. He’s not that great of a fighter but he’s a huge guy and will pose a challenge to anybody but I will expose him easily. As a matter of fact, I think it’s an easier fight than the David Price fight,” he stated.

First though, the 42-year-old, who has twice challenged for the world title by taking on Wladimir Klitschko and losing, has his eyes fixed firmly on Olympic gold medalist Solis, with the winner being pushed into number two in the IBF rankings.

“I’m excited [about this fight],” said Thompson. “If Odlanier comes in in good shape I think it will be a good fight for the fans. I’m looking forward to the fight and am excited for the fans and also myself because I can get back in at number two.

“Solis is a legitimate guy and I can’t afford to take my attention of him for a minute. I’m not thinking of anyone except Solis but once that fight is over I want anyone that is going to get me closer to Wladimir, those are fights I want. The fight with Solis makes me number two in the IBF, that’s one fight away from the mandatory shot again,” he said.

‘The Tiger’ is coming off a loss to the undefeated Kubrat Pulev, a fight which he says he took at late notice following his victory over Price. Against Solis he will be up against it again as he goes in with a fighter who has a glittering amateur background and only one defeat on his record, that coming against Vitali Klitschko in 2011.

Solis is settling into Turkey well having arrived early and is determined to put on a show for the fans watching around the world.

“I love Turkey, especially the hospitality of the people here,” said Solis. “And I see the long history as an obligation to deliver a great fight. This country and the whole continent have seen big wars. And the next epic battle is coming up this Saturday.

“Tony Thompson doesn’t know what’s coming for him. My only goal is to become heavyweight champion of the world. And I won’t let anybody stop me on my way. I will beat Tony Thompson and go on to become world champion,” he declared.

Tony Thompson vs. Odlanier Solis is live on BoxNation (Sky Ch.437/490HD & Virgin Ch.546) this Saturday at 8pm. Visit www.boxnation.com to subscribe.

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osé Pedraza 129 vs. Alberto Garza 130

Rey Ojeda Marco 135 vs. Fernando Torres 135
Kenny Galarza vs.150 vs. Miguel Munguia 151
Jesus Rojas 127 vs. Juan Beltran 131
Daniel Rosario 151 vs. Carlos Garcia 151
Alberto Mercado 133 vs. Angel Pascual 132
Edwin Rodriguez 117 vs. Hector Gonzalez 118
Luis Rosario peso 124 vs.Felix Caraballo 124
Luis Paredes 124 vs. Josue Class 125
Jean Carlos Rivera 119 vs. Kevin Vazquez 120

Main Event: WBC United States Cruiserweight Title
Stivens Bujaj 196.5
Victor Barragan 192.5

Featured Bout
Jeremy McCleary 126
Corben Page 126.5
Contract Weight: 128 Lbs.

Undercard
Juan Carlos Rodriguez 156
Cameron Sevilla-Rivera 158
Contract Weight: 157 Lbs.

Sean Quinnett 144.5
Jared Teer 146
Contract Weight: 147 Lbs.

Josh Solis 159.5
Harrison Bevens 161
Contract Weight: 161 Lbs.

Jared Torgeson 199
Jon Jackson 195
Contract Weight: 200 Lbs.

Cole Milani 153
Mark Garcia 156.5
Contract Weight: 161 Lbs.

GILROY CA, March 21, 2014 – Multiple world champion, Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero (31-2-1, 18 KOs), who’s co-manager by Bob Santos and Luis Decubas Jr., has signed an agreement with world renowned adviser, Al Haymon.

After a long layoff, Guerrero is eager to get back in the ring and start another run toward a world title. With the addition of Haymon, sky is the limit for Guerrero, who will most likely be returning to the ring in the very near future.

“Signing with Al Haymon was a team decision and together we feel with no doubts that this was the best move for my career,” said Guerrero. “Team Guerrero and Team Al Haymon are united as one and together we are going straight to the top. Al has proven to be the most successful adviser in boxing, getting his fighters the biggest fights, and I’m thrilled to be working with him and his team. I’m hungry and I’m ready to get back in the ring. My goals are still the same and that’s to be the best fighter I can be and give the fans great performances.”

“I want to thank Bob Santos and Luis Decubas Jr. for bringing Al Haymon on board. I also want to thank Al Haymon for bringing me on his team and supporting me on my future endeavors. I’m looking forward to being in big fights moving forward and 2014 is going to be a great year for me. I can’t wait to get back in the ring for all my fans.”

Tomorrow (Saturday, March 22nd) Cuban Olympic gold medalist Odlanier Solis and US veteran Tony “The Tiger” Thompson collide in Tekirdag (Turkey) for the vacant WBC international heavyweight championship. At today’s official weigh-in Solis brought 257 lbs. (116.7 kg) to the scale while Thompson weighed in at 266.5 lbs (120.9 kg).

Asked if he felt a specific pressure before this important fight, Solis stated: “I never put myself under pressure. If I worried about the future I couldn’t perform the way I do. I take every fight and every opponent serious. Thompson is no difference. I go in there to beat him and to continue my way to become heavyweight champion of the world.”
When Tony Thompson was asked if he felt old at age 42, “The Tiger” answered: “I’m not getting older, I’m getting sexier every day! I know that I still have it. And after Saturday night Solis will know that as well. My age is no factor – but my experience might be. I will shock Solis and do to him what I did to David Price.”

In the co-feature 21-year-old heavyweight prospect Agit Kabayel will face his toughest test so far in Nigerian Gbenga Oloukun for the vacant WBC Mediterranean championship. Kabayel weighed in at 237 lbs. (107.5 kg) while his opponent was slightly heavier at 241.5 lbs (109.5 kg). While Kabayel vs. Oloukun is officially the co-feature for Solis vs. Thompson the fight might end up stealing the show because both men are known as heavy hitters who will probably just go in there and bang it out. “I know that Oloukun is a strong guy but I always focus on myself”, says Kabayel. “He has to adjust to my style not the other way around. As long as I am at my best nobody can beat me.”

The show in Tekirdag, Turkey, will be promoted by ARENA Boks Sportif / Ahmet Oner and broadcasted live in Turkey (Kanaltürk), the UK (Boxnation), Germany (sportdigital in association with Sky) and about 50 other countries worldwide. The live broadcast starts at 9.35pm (21.35h) Central European time.

Tickets for the Thursday, May 1, 2014, “Noche de Combates,” a special edition of ESPN Thursday Night Fights, at the iconic Hialeah Park in South Florida go on sale on Saturday, March 22.

Tickets for “Noche de Combates,” are priced at $20, $35, $50 and $100 and go on sale starting Saturday, March 22, and can be purchased at ticketforce.com, as well as hialeahpark.com, and also at the Hialeah Park Racing & Casino box office. For more information, call the special Boxing Hotline at 786-483-7444.

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EVENT INFORMATION

ESPN Thursday Night Fights at ‘The World’s Most Beautiful Race Course’

Warriors Boxing Presents ‘Noche de Combates’ At Hialeah Park on Thursday May 1, Live International Television Broadcast on ESPN

Historic Hialeah Park, “the world’s most beautiful race course,” will enter into a new and exciting era of sports entertainment when Warriors Boxing presents “Noche de Combates,” a special edition of the popular ESPN Thursday Night Fights, on May 1, 2014 at this iconic South Florida venue.

According to promoter Leon Margules of Warriors Boxing, the ten-round welterweight main event that evening, matching accomplished veterans Roberto “La Amenaza” Garcia (34-3, 22 KOs) of Weslaco, TX and Victor “Mermelada” Cayo (32-4, 23 KOs) of Santo Domingo, DR, should be an action-packed affair.

“Garcia is on the comeback trail and he’s won three straight fights dating back to last August,” commented Margules. “He fought for the WBC International Light Middleweight title against Antonio Margarita in 2010. He lost a unanimous decision, but that’s the only defeat on his record dating back to 2004.”

“Cayo is also trying to work his way back into title contention as well,” Margules said. “He lost a tough fight last year against a real good fighter named Emmanuel Taylor. But in his most recent bout, he knocked out his opponent in the first round!”
In the televised ten-round middleweight co-feature, undefeated Jonathan “Mantequilla” González (17-0-1, 14 KOs) of San Juan, PR will put his near-perfect record on the line against an opponent to be determined.

The undercard will include a ten-round light heavyweight bout featuring knockout artist Yunieski Gonzalez (13-0, 13 KOs) of Havana, Cuba, who will put his perfect record on the line; a six-round middleweight bout in which James McGirt, Jr. (22-3-1, 11 KOs) of Vero Beach, FL, will return for the first time since 2010; a six-round middleweight scrap between Inocente “El Lucero Spirituano” Fiz (16-0, 10 KOs) of Havana, Cuba, and Devon Moncrieffe (9-2, 4 KOs) of Kingston, Jamaica; and a six-round cruiserweight affair featuring undefeated Cuban Vilier Quinonez (7-0, 4 KOs) of Havana.

Hialeah Park & Casino is located at 2200 E 4th Avenue in Hialeah, FL. On fight night, Thursday May 1, 2014, gates will open at 6:30 PM ET and the first fight will be at 7:00 PM ET. All bouts are subject to change.
ABOUT WARRIORS BOXING

Launched in 2003, Warriors Boxing operates under a simple philosophy-bring the best boxers in the world to fight fans, match them in competitive bouts, and in doing so help re-establish the sport of boxing for a new generation.

With a series of successful Pay-Per-View shows and packed houses to it’s credit, the Warriors business model is working wonders in a sport that was sorely in need of the innovation and energy that the company brings to the table.

When it comes down to it though, a promotional company is only as good as the fighters and fights it promotes. Warriors Boxing has delivered on all fronts, with outstanding bouts such as Lara-Molina, Cayo-Peterson, Abraham-Miranda I and II, Miranda-Pavlik, Miranda-Green, Ibragimov-Briggs, Ibragimov-Klitschko, Urango-Hatton, Urango-Bailey, Cayo-Maidana and Ibragimov-Holyfield.

For more information on Warriors Boxing, visit their website at www.WarriorsBoxing.com.

MINNESOTA, March 21, 2014 – Puerto Rican twin brothers, Carlos and Juan Velasquez, are set to fight this Saturday at The Myth in Maplewood, Minnesota. Both fighters will campaign at super-featherweight in scheduled 6-round bouts. Carlos Velasquez (15-1, 11 KOs) will face Willshaun Boxley (6-9-1, 4 KOs) while Juan Velasquez (11-1, 5 KOs) will square off against Philip Adyaka (4-4, 2 KO).

“I’m looking forward to a big 2014,” said Carlos Velasquez. “I’ve learned a lot since my last fight. I’ve been working hard and I’m feeling incredible. I have some new members of my team that have been pushing me to new limits. I just want to stay busy this year and make an impact in the division.”

Juan Velasquez makes his return after a long layoff. His last fight was in April of 2012 in which he won a 4-round unanimous decision. Against Wisdom, he’ll be looking to shake off the rust and get back to fighting on a regular basis.

“I’ve had a lot of time to reflect on my career and I feel I’m ready to take it to the next level.” Juan Velasquez said. “My goal is to stay active and improve with every fight. I’m in great shape and ready to put on a great show for the fans in Minnesota.”

The Velasquez twins are promoted by Warriors Boxing and G & A Promotions and managed by Luis Decubas Jr. and Bob Santos. Both fighters also scheduled to fight May, 1, 2014 on ESPN “Friday Night Fights”.

Tacoma, WA (March 21, 2014) – Stivens Bujaj (11-0, 8 KOs) and Victor Barragan (12-7, 3 KOs), a fight that was just announced two days ago, added an intriguing twist today to the Battle at the Boat 95 main event going on this Saturday at the Emerald Queen Casino. The fight will now be fought for the vacant WBC United States Cruiserweight Title (USNBC).

The title was previously held by Michael Seals (17-0, 13 KOs), who fought for the vacant title once in 2012 and has since gone down in weight to fight in the light heavyweight division leaving the title vacated once again.

Barragan has already had the title once in his stable, defeating former world champion, Arthur Williams (46-15-1, 30 KOs), via seventh round TKO in 2009 in a fight that some boxing enthusiasts considered to be a fight of the year candidate.

Bujaj, who has stated that he’ll be ready to take a shot at a top ten cruiserweight by the end of the year will certainly get a huge boost with a victory this weekend over a very tough Victor Barragan.

Tickets for Battle at the Boat 95, scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd at the Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, WA are still available and can be purchased at the EQC box office and online through Ticketmaster.

Doors open at 6 PM with the first fight scheduled for 7 PM. You must be 21 years or older to enter the casino. For more information about Battle at the Boat 95 and all other Halquist Productions events, please visit www.halquistproductions.com (currently being re-designed) and the official Facebook and Twitter pages of Battle at the Boat and CageSport MMA.

About Halquist Productions
Promoter, Brian Halquist started Halquist Productions in 1989 when he promoted up and coming heavyweight boxing contender, Joe “The Boss” Hipp. In 1997, the Emerald Queen Casino and Brian Halquist Productions started the popular northwest boxing series, “The Battle at the Boat,” bringing boxing back to the Pacific Northwest. Halquist Productions is the Northwest’s premier fight promotional company and has promoted events on Showtime, HBO and ESPN and also a co-produced Showtime’s historic boxing event in St. Lucia, West Indies. The Battle at the Boat continues to be the longest running boxing series out of any casino in the United States.

ANNY MCINTOSH
VS
TRAVIS DICKINSON

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McIntosh (left) – 12st 6lbs 4oz
Dickinson (right) – 12st 6lbs 4oz

MATTY CLARKSON
VS
LEE DUNCAN

Above
Clarkson (left) – 12st 6lbs 7oz
Duncan (right) – 12st 6lbs

KID GALAHAD
VS
SERGIO PRADO

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Galahad (right) – 8st 9lbs 7oz
Prado (left) – 8st 10lbs

Ticket Information

March 22nd

Unreserved tickets for March 22nd are priced at £35, with ringside seating priced at £100 and the last remaining few are available on the door tomorrow night subject to availability

SECOND SET OF QUARTER FINALS

PONDS FORGE ARENA, SHEFFIELD, MARCH 22
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DANNY MCINTOSH VS TRAVIS DICKINSON

MATTY CLARKSON VS LEE DUNCAN

PLUS

KID GALAHAD VS SERGIO PRADO
Vacant European Super Bantamweight Title

SEMI FINALS

Venue & Date: TBC – 10th May
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THE FINAL

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Philadelphia, PA (March 20, 2014)–This Friday night at Harrahs Philadelphia,
Eric “Outlaw” Hunter will take on Yenifel Vicente for the USBA Featherweight title.

Hunter and Vicente weighed in at 125.5 lbs for their fight.

The 10-round bout will highlight a big card promoted by Joey Eye Boxing Promotions.

Hunter (17-3, 9 KO’s) of Philadelphia was a 2004 Olympic Alternate and his manager, Club 1957 Management’s Mark Cipparone feels that the 27-year old Hunter is ready to finally take that next step into being a top contender at 126 pounds.

“This is definitely the time for Eric to shine,” said Cipparone.

“He is in the best mind frame I have seen him since we got together. Others who have been with him longer feel that it is the most focused he has been for any fight in his career. Eric’s talent has never been questioned. It was just putting everything together. He is just 27 and we believe his best years are ahead of him. He has been around a while but he turned pro at 18. Some of those spots he may not have been ready but I think that he needed those fights to realize the opportunity he has on Friday and what it could lead to.”

Towering heavyweight giant Skipp “Strictly Business” Scott (16-1, 10 KOs), the 6′ 8″ native of Houston, Texas, would like to set the record straight about his upcoming fight with heavily hyped, but untested Gerald “El Gallo Negro” Washington (11-0, 8 KOs).

The two mammoth heavyweights (Washington stands 6′ 5″) will collide in the 10-round co-main event on Thursday, April 3, when Golden Boy Live! presents “Night Of The Heavyweights,” a tripleheader of heavyweight action on FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes, from the Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California.

In the 10-round main event, unbeaten Cuban Luis Ortiz will take on long-time top contender and world-title challenger Monte Barrett and, in the televised opener, 2012 U.S. Olympian Dominic “Trouble” Breazeale will face veteran Nagy Aguilera.

Scott, who started boxing in 2006 after acquiring a black belt and having 85 fights as a kickboxer, has decades experience in the combat sports, and says he feels the hype around Washington is unwarranted.

“Besides being represented by Al Haymon, what’s he really got going for him that would make him the favorite over me?” asked Scott about Washington. “I’m not saying I’ve been in with the world’s best, but he’s never fought anyone remotely challenging. I’ve at least fought for a title against a guy 23-6. Washington is a football player who came to the fight game late. His biggest win was against 41-year-old Sherman Williams. Why would anyone call me a test for him? Wait until the fight is over to call anyone the ‘next American heavyweight.'”

Scott, who has run off his 16 straight wins since losing his professional boxing debut while finding the switch from kickboxing to boxing awkward against Aaron Lyons, says he’s also bringing in two secret weapons to his corner on fight night.

Legendary Hall of Fame Trainer Jessie Reid will serve as his co-trainer, along with well-respected Houston boxing staple, Aaron Navarro.

Reid has handled the careers of such greats as Roger Mayweather, Lamon Brewster, Johnny Tapia, Orlando Canizales, Reggie Johnson and Bruce Curry among the 23 World Champions and over 40 world-rated boxers he’s worked with.

And Navarro worked the opponent’s corner in Washington’s last fight, against the very same, and now 12-14-1, Arron Lyons, and got a good look at him.

“Jessie Reid knows how to beat anybody,” continued Scott. “His record speaks for itself. And Aaron got a close-up chance to study this guy and knows all his strengths and weaknesses and trust me when I say we’re going to be exploiting all of them. If you take away all his hype, you have a toss-up fight between two guys who are hungry to prove they’re the next big thing. I realize I’ll be fighting basically in his backyard, but I want a fair shake from the officials and fans and I promise you, I will make the most of it. I’m the fighter people will be excited about after this is all over.”

New York, NY (3/20/14) – Earlier today all of the fighters for tomorrow night’s DiBella Entertainment’s Broadway Boxing card weighed in at the NYSAC office in downtown Manhattan. Below is the complete bout sheet, with weights, for tomorrow night’s card.

RED CORNER BLUE CORNER

8 ROUNDS – JUNIOR FEATHERWEIGHTS
Heather Hardy vs. Nydia Feliciano
Brooklyn, NY Bronx, NY
8-0, 2 KO’s 7-4-3
121 lbs. 119 lbs.

8 ROUNDS – LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTS
Joe Smith vs. Michael Gbenga
Long Island, NY Washington, DC
14-1, 11 KO’s 13-11, 13 KO’s
178 lbs. 172 lbs.

6 ROUNDS – JUNIOR MIDDLEWEIGHTS
Patrick Day vs. Duane King
Freeport, NY Reidsville, NC
6-0-1, 3 KO’s 4-2, 2 KO’s
153 lbs. 151.4 lbs.

8 ROUNDS – MIDDLEWEIGHTS
Lamar Russ vs. Tony Hirsch
Fayettville, NC Oakland, CA
14-1, 7 KO’s 15-6-2, 6 KO’s
160 lbs. 160 lbs.

4 ROUNDS -JUNIOR MIDDLEWEIGHTS
Chris Galeano vs. Azamat Umarzoda
Bronx, NY Las Vegas, NV
2-0 0-2
155 lbs. 155 lbs.

8 ROUNDS – JUNIOR LIGHTWEIGHTS
Joel Diaz vs. Jose Angel Beranza
Palmdale, CA Santa Ana, California
14-0, 12 KO’s 36-29-2, 28 ,KO’s
130 lbs. 129 lbs.

6 ROUNDS – SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHTS
Eduardo Alicea vs. James Johnson
Cleveland, OH Kileen, TX
5-0, 3 KO’s 7-1, 7 KO’s
165.4 lbs. 159 lbs.

4 ROUNDS -LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTS
Joseph Williams vs. PJ Cajigas
Far Rockaway, NY Franklin Park, IL
1-0, 1KO 1-3, 1 KO
177.8 lbs. 173.8 lbs.

Tickets are priced at $125, $85, $65 and $45, and can be purchased tomorrow night at the door. Doors open at 6 p.m. ET, with the first bout scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

Las Vegas (MARCH 19, 2014)–One of the most decorated and famous female professional boxers of all-time, Mia “The Knockout” St. John has confirmed her appearance at the inaugural BOX FAN EXPO this September at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

St. John is the former WBC, IFBA and IBA world champion who gained popularity by appearing on some of the biggest undercards in boxing history that were headlined by Oscar De La Hoya. She also has appeared on the cover of Playboy and appeeared on many of the popular talk shows all over the world. Mia has done countless charity work.

“What an honor to meet and greet my fans at Box Fan Expo. Can’t wait for you to join me for an exciting Mexican independence fight weekend. Come meet me to get a signed autograph and take a picture with me at my Booth!”

Every year, one of the biggest boxing weekends of the year is Mexican Independence Day. In 2014, that weekend has just got bigger, better and more fan accessible with the announcement of the FIRST-EVER BOX FAN EXPO.

Box Fan Expo will take place on Saturday, September 13th, 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and will run from 10am to 6pm.

To Purchase tickets click: http://www.BoxFanExpo.eventbrite.com/

Box Fan Expo is the ultimate fan experience that was created to promote the entire boxing industry and to allow fans to celebrate and join their favorite boxers and boxing celebrities. The event will feature boxing legends, today’s superstars, Hall of Famers, future prospects and the stars of today all under one roof.

The event will also feature major promoters, ring card girls, sanctioning organizations as well as trainers, referees, commentators and announcers. Anyone that directly or indirectly represents the sport of boxing will have a chance to showcase themselves to the boxing fans and whole industry. Also in attendance will be exhibitors, sponsors, television broadcasters and media.

Box Fan Expo will also feature different activities such as meet and greets, autograph sessions, photo ops and you can weigh in and face off with your favorite fighters.

Throughout the next several months, there will be weekly updates on the many stars that have already committed their appearance at the Box Fan Expo.

For anyone in the industry who would like to be involved and reserve a booth, contact

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Box Fan Expo is committed to helping the Retired Boxers Foundation which is a nonprofit organization that helps improve the quality of life for retired fighters. This is a fantastic opportunity for sponsors, retailers and anybody involved in the boxing industry to get involved and be a part of this once in a lifetime event and help out this great cause.. Box Fan Expo is proud to announce that part of the proceeds from the event will help the Retired Boxers Foundation.

Atlantic City, NJ: 28 year old light heavyweight Lionell “Lonnie B” Thompson (15-2-0, 9KOs) is looking to keep his streak of three straight wins alive as the highlight of the undercard of the Kovalev-Agnew fight at Boardwalk Hall on March 29 with his ten round match-up against the undefeated Radivoje “Hot Rod” Kalajdzic (14-0-0, 10 KOs) originally of Zenica, Bosnia.

Lionell “Lonnie B” Thompson
Photo Credits: Larry Levanti/Main Events
Lonnie’s three straight victories include two unanimous decisions, one on December 14, 2013 against Ryan Coyne in ten rounds as the co-feature on NBCSN Fight Night at Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ, the other an eight round unanimous decision victory over Yathomas Riley at the Paramount Theatre in Huntington, NY on May 11, 2013, and a second round TKO against Chuck Mussachio at Bally’s Event Center in Atlantic City, NJ on February 23, 2013. He said, “It is very important for me to keep the momentum going after three straight wins but I really don’t focus on that. I just don’t plan on losing for the rest of my career. I just think about dominating every opponent I get in the ring with.”

Thompson has not lost since September 21, 2012 when he suffered a third round TKO (on nine days’ notice) at the hands of Main Events stable mate Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev, who is coincidentally defending his WBO Light Heavyweight Title in the main event on March 29. Lonnie reflects on the Kovalev fight as a great learning experience and a chance to prove he can get right back in the ring. He said, “After the Kovalev fight I came right back and I think a lot of people are overlooking that. A lot of guys take a loss and take like ten months off. I came in as an opponent and dominated my next three opponents. I didn’t take the easy fights. I came in with all odds against me.”

Thompson vs. Coyne
Photo Credits: Larry Levanti/Main Events
Lonnie is originally from Buffalo, NY but he is training for this fight in Manhattan, NY at Mendez Boxing. He said he has a great sparring partner to help him prepare to fight Kalajdzic, “I have a sparring fighter that fights exactly like him but just a little more aggressive. My sparring partner is Russian and he works out perfect to prepare me for this fight. He doesn’t speak the language but he is strong as hell. I’m ready.”

The undefeated Kalajdzic has a 71% knockout-to-win-ratio but Thompson’s manager, Kevin Diever, does not think that will matter, “He has never faced anybody with the competition of Lionell. He has a protected record. Lionell is quicker and has the ability to destroy this guy. This time he is both physically and mentally prepared. He is going to have contend with the best version of Lionell.”

According to Main Events’ matchmaker Jolene Mizzone, Kalajdzic wanted this fight, “This is a fight where the opponent called and specifically asked to fight Thompson. Getting opponents for Lonnie is not easy. Kalajdzic is young and hungry and he wants to fight the guy that no one wants to fight. That says a lot about him. This will be Kalajdzic’s biggest test to date.”

About March 29th:

March 29th features the WBO Light Heavyweight World Title showdown between Sergey “Krusher” Kovalev (23-0-1, 21KOs) and Cedric Agnew (26-0-0, 13 KOs) from the Ballroom at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic, City, NJ. The broadcast will begin live on HBO Boxing After Dark at 10:00 PM ET/PT with the Thomas Dulorme vs. Karim Mayfield co-feature. The event is presented by Main Events in association with Caesars Atlantic City. Tickets are on sale now through TicketMaster online at www.ticketmaster.com or via phone (800) 736-1420. Fans can also contact Main Events for tickets at (973) 200-7050. Ticket prices are $26, $51, $77 and $152. Doors will open at 6:30 PM ET.

For fight updates go to www.mainevents.com, www.CaesarsAC.com, www.BoardwalkHall.com or www.hbo.com/boxing, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MainEventsBoxing, www.facebook.com/CaesarsAtlanticCity, www.facebook.com/BoardwalkHall or www.facebook.com/HBOboxing and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Main_Events, https://twitter.com/CaesarsAC, https://twitter.com/BoardwalkHall and https://twitter.com/HBOboxing.

About Caesars Entertainment:

Caesars Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest casino entertainment company. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, more than 70 years ago, Caesars has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions, and now operates casinos on four continents. The company’s resorts operate primarily under the Harrah’s®, Caesars® and Horseshoe® brand names. Caesars also owns the World Series of Poker® and the London Clubs International family of casinos. Caesars Entertainment is focused on building loyalty and value with its guests through a unique combination of great service, excellent products, unsurpassed distribution, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to environmental sustainability and energy conservation and recognizes the importance of being a responsible steward of the environment. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com.