Vargas: This decision was not fair

After suffering the first defeat of his career by wide scores, two-division world champion Rey Vargas indicated that he will drop back down and campaign at 126 pounds, where he still holds the WBC belt. “We didn’t get the decision at super featherweight,” Vargas said, “but we are still champions at 126.

“I respect the judges. I think this decision was not fair. I don’t agree with it, but I have to respect it. I thought it was much closer than they saw. The weight difference may have affected me tonight. In boxing, you can use your legs to be technical or use them to run. Foster used them to run. He ran all night. Continue reading “Vargas: This decision was not fair”

After suffering the first defeat of his career by wide scores, two-division world champion Rey Vargas indicated that he will drop back down and campaign at 126 pounds, where he…
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Foster: I didn’t think it was close

With the words “ice water” and “shock the world” etched on his trunks, O’Shaquie Foster coolly and methodically outboxed two-division world champion Rey Vargas to capture the vacant WBC super featherweight title on Showtime Saturday night at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

“My coaches kept telling me to pick it up, we are ready to go, “Foster said in the ring afterward. “We can’t get them out, but I felt good in the later rounds. I just wanted to make sure it wasn’t a close fight. I didn’t think it was close. My coaches kept telling me not to let off the gas. Continue reading “Foster: I didn’t think it was close”

With the words “ice water” and “shock the world” etched on his trunks, O’Shaquie Foster coolly and methodically outboxed two-division world champion Rey Vargas to capture the vacant WBC super…
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Barrios vows to win another world title

Former champion and San Antonio-native Mario “El Azteca” Barrios snapped his two-fight losing streak with a razor sharp, career-rejuvenating TKO against gutsy Jovanie Santiago in Saturday’s co-feature at the Alamodome.

“I felt myself breaking him down little by little,” Barrios said afterward. “I just had to be patient. My counter right hand is something that we’ve been working on at the gym in Vegas. I feel I’m definitely up there with the [welterweight] elite. I still have something to prove. I promised my city a world title. I got it in 2019 and I will do it again.”

Former champion and San Antonio-native Mario “El Azteca” Barrios snapped his two-fight losing streak with a razor sharp, career-rejuvenating TKO against gutsy Jovanie Santiago in Saturday’s co-feature at the Alamodome.…
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Faust: The pain was unbearable

After outlanding world-rated Lenier Peró 389-183 and building a lead on two of the judges’ scorecards, heavyweight Viktor Faust saw it all slip away with a hard right to the body that caused him to stop fighting and turn his back on his opponent.

“After the 6th round, I had pain in my ribs, but I decided to continue the fight,” said Faust. “The pain increased and did not allow me to compete to my full potential. I understood that during the bout I was winning and controlling the fight, but after missing a punch in the eighth round, the pain was so unbearable that I could no longer move. As a result, I won on points, but the injury gave the victory to my opponent.”

Peró, who landed 51 body shots, stated, “Since the first round, I was trying to find his liver, trying to go to his body. His punches weren’t that powerful, so I kept working and then found that final shot…I’m setting my sights on England. Let’s see if the Brits would like to come fight Stateside. I would welcome them with open arms. I’m talking Tyson Fury, Dubois…bring them on!”

After outlanding world-rated Lenier Peró 389-183 and building a lead on two of the judges’ scorecards, heavyweight Viktor Faust saw it all slip away with a hard right to the…
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Foster defeats Vargas for WBC 130lb title

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In a clash for the vacant WBC super featherweight title, WBC #1 rated O’Shaquie Foster (20-2, 11 KOs) outboxed previously unbeaten former two-division champ Rey Vargas (36-1, 22 KOs) on Saturday night at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Foster was too fast and too mobile, often leaving Vargas swinging at air. Vargas came on a bit in the middle rounds, but Foster slammed the door shut down the stretch to prevail 116-112, 117-111, 119-109.

In a clash for the vacant WBC super featherweight title, WBC #1 rated O’Shaquie Foster (20-2, 11 KOs) outboxed previously unbeaten former two-division champ Rey Vargas (36-1, 22 KOs) on…
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Rozicki destroys Gorlov in three

WBC #9 cruiserweight and former bridgerweight world title challenger Ryan Rozicki (17-1, 16 KOs) scored a third round KO over Arturs Gorlov (10-3-1, 8 KOs) on Saturday night at the Hamilton Convention Centre located in downtown Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Rozicki dropped Gorlov with a left hook at the end of round two, then floored him again in round three to end it. Time was 2:29.

WBC #9 cruiserweight and former bridgerweight world title challenger Ryan Rozicki (17-1, 16 KOs) scored a third round KO over Arturs Gorlov (10-3-1, 8 KOs) on Saturday night at the…
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Barrios, Pero victorious in San Antonio

Former world champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios (27-2, 18 KOs), now campaigning at welterweight, scored an impressive eighth round TKO against Jovanie Santiago (14-3-1, 10 KOs) in the Vargas-Foster co-feature on Saturday night at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Barrios progressively broke down Santiago, finally dropping him in round eight. He then pounced on Santiago and Santiago’s corner stopped it. Time was 1:42. Barrios led 70-63 on all three judges’ scorecards at the time of the stoppage.

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In a clash of unbeaten heavyweights, 2016 Olympian and WBA #6 rated Lenier Peró (9-0, 6 KOs) stopped Viktor Faust (11-1, 7 KOs) in round eight. Faust staggered Pero in round three, dictated the pace and was outworking Pero until Pero suddenly hurt him with a body shot in round eight. Faust turned his back and the bout was stopped. Time was 2:28. Enterng the eighth round, Faust was up 68-65, 67-66 on two cards, Pero was up 68-65 on the third card.

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Former world champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios (27-2, 18 KOs), now campaigning at welterweight, scored an impressive eighth round TKO against Jovanie Santiago (14-3-1, 10 KOs) in the Vargas-Foster co-feature…
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Azim dominates Reyes; Chelli tops Sims

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In a clash between unbeaten super lightweights, Adam Azim (8-0, 6 KOs) dropped Santos Reyes (12-1, 3 KOs) in round two and went on to win 100-89 on all three cards Saturday night at the OVO Wembley Arena in London, England. Azim won the WBA International title.

Super middleweight Zak Chelli (13-1-1, 6 KOs) surprised Anthony Sims (23-2, 20 KOs), taking a ten round unanimous decision. Scores were 99-92, 98-92, 98-92. Chelli wins the WBA International title.

Middleweight Tyler Denny (16-2-3, 0 KOs) outpointed previously unbeaten Brad Pauls (16-1, 9 KOs) over ten 98-93, 97-93, 97-93.

Cruiserweight Viddal Riley (8-0, 5 KOs) was victorious when his bout against Annes Taj (7-3, 5 KOs) was stopped on a cut.

Female lightweight Caroline Dubois (6-0, 5KOs) stopped Feriche Mashaury (10-8, 3 KOs) in round three. Dubois is the sister of WBA “regular” heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois.

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Razor Ali TKO3 Hector Lozano (featherweight)

In a clash between unbeaten super lightweights, Adam Azim (8-0, 6 KOs) dropped Santos Reyes (12-1, 3 KOs) in round two and went on to win 100-89 on all three…
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Popeye Rivera tops Rodrigues for NBA LH title

By Damon Gonzalez / LatinBox Sports

Light heavyweight Richie “Popeye the Sailorman” Rivera (23-1, 17 KOs) became the new NBA world champion with a ten round unanimous decision win against a very tough Issac Rodrigues (28-4, 22 KOs) on Friday night at the Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts. Judges’ scores were 99-91, 98-92, 100-90. Continue reading “Popeye Rivera tops Rodrigues for NBA LH title”

By Damon Gonzalez / LatinBox Sports Light heavyweight Richie “Popeye the Sailorman” Rivera (23-1, 17 KOs) became the new NBA world champion with a ten round unanimous decision win against…
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Acosta stops Sims in three

Super featherweight George “El Yuyu” Acosta (14-1, 2 KOs) scored a third round KO against Marlin Sims (8-2, 4 KOs) on Friday night at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, California. A barrage of unanswered punches sent Sims to the canvas just as the bout was being waved off by referee Ray Corona. Time was 2:25.

In a war, unbeaten super welterweight “Nuckle” Nelson Oliva (6-0, 5 KOs) went the distance for the first time, taking a six round unanimous decision over Wayne Boudreaux (2-1, 1 KO). It was an entertaining brawl that seemingly could have gone either way, but local judges scored it 60-54, 58-56, 58-56 for the hometown fighter. The scores brought boos from the crowd.

Super featherweight George “El Yuyu” Acosta (14-1, 2 KOs) scored a third round KO against Marlin Sims (8-2, 4 KOs) on Friday night at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, California.…
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Weights from Atlantic City

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Emmnauel Rodriguez 119.6 vs. Sharone Carter 117.5
Feargal McCrory 135.9 vs. Ariel Mesquita 138.5
Justin Figueroa 152.2 vs. Rahiem Davis Cooke 153.6
Francisco Rodriguez 128.5 vs. Kyle Massoth 128.4
Cali Box 184.5 vs. Tyler Jacques TBA
Miguel Garcia 135.5 vs. Christian Castro 141.1
John Vallejo 154.3 vs. Angelo Thompson 150.6
Daniel Bean 246.1 vs. Terrick Maven TBA
Sir Robert Lee Ellenburg 139.3 vs. Jose Luis Fracica Bean 137.7

Venue: The Showboat Hotel Carousel Room
Promoter: R and B Promotions
Stream: BXNGTV.COM
1st Bell: 7:05 PM ET / Doors open at 5:30

Emmnauel Rodriguez 119.6 vs. Sharone Carter 117.5 Feargal McCrory 135.9 vs. Ariel Mesquita 138.5 Justin Figueroa 152.2 vs. Rahiem Davis Cooke 153.6 Francisco Rodriguez 128.5 vs. Kyle Massoth 128.4 Cali…
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Weights from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

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Ryan Rozicki 203.1 vs. Arturs Gorlovs 222.3
Pedro Bernal 133.5 vs. Paul Ispas 134.5
John Michael Bianco 167.2 vs. Joaquin Murietta 166.4
Carolyn Redmond 153.2 vs. Silvia Barraza 152.1
Jake Daoust 159.1 vs. Beverley Gracia 156.2
Reda Benbaziz 138.4 vs. Dylan Rushton 139
Stefan Dronjak 168.5 vs. Marlon Perez 166.9
Triston Brookes 159.4 vs. Emiliano Silva 159.1

Venue: Hamilton Convention Centre, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Promoter: Daniel Otter (Three Lions Promotions)
Stream available on FITE

Ryan Rozicki 203.1 vs. Arturs Gorlovs 222.3 Pedro Bernal 133.5 vs. Paul Ispas 134.5 John Michael Bianco 167.2 vs. Joaquin Murietta 166.4 Carolyn Redmond 153.2 vs. Silvia Barraza 152.1 Jake…
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Vargas-Foster heats up at weigh-in

After an intense 45-second faceoff, Rey Vargas and O’Shaquie Foster started jostling while posing for photographers and had to be separated. They collide Saturday night for the WBC super featherweight world title in San Antonio, Texas. Showtime will televise.

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After an intense 45-second faceoff, Rey Vargas and O’Shaquie Foster started jostling while posing for photographers and had to be separated. They collide Saturday night for the WBC super featherweight…
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Robeisy-Dogboe upgraded to full WBO title fight

The April 1 showdown between Robeisy “El Tren” Ramirez and Isaac “Royal Storm” Dogboe, initially sanctioned for the interim title at 126 pounds, will now be for the full WBO featherweight world title due to the vacancy left by Emanuel Navarrete who will stay at 130 pounds. Robeisy and Dogboe clash atop an ESPN+-streamed card at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. Ramirez, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, faces his toughest test to date in his first world title opportunity, while Dogboe will attempt to earn a world title belt in a second weight class.

The April 1 showdown between Robeisy “El Tren” Ramirez and Isaac “Royal Storm” Dogboe, initially sanctioned for the interim title at 126 pounds, will now be for the full WBO…
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Emanuel “El Vaquero” Navarrete staying at 130lbs

Newly crowned three-division world champion Emanuel “El Vaquero” Navarrete has vacated his WBO featherweight title in order to continue his campaign at junior lightweight. Navarrete captured the WBO 130-pound crown by defeating Liam Wilson via ninth-round technical knockout last week at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.

Navarrete said, “After closely analyzing the situation with my team, we have decided to keep the WBO junior lightweight title. I feel very happy with the three title defenses that I made at featherweight, but I am also convinced that my future is now at junior lightweight. We are going after the big fights at 130. I’m grateful for the support that I have always received from my promoter, Top Rank, and the WBO. I will now proudly carry and defend my junior lightweight belt.”

Newly crowned three-division world champion Emanuel “El Vaquero” Navarrete has vacated his WBO featherweight title in order to continue his campaign at junior lightweight. Navarrete captured the WBO 130-pound crown…
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Vargas, Foster make weight

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Rey Vargas 129.5 vs. O’Shaquie Foster 129.5
(WBC super featherweight title)

Mario Barrios 146.75 vs. Jovanie Santiago 145.75
Lenier Pero 242.75 vs. Viktor Faust 234

Claudio Marrero 135 vs. Gonzalo Fuenzalida 134.4
Eumir Marcial 161.4 vs. Ricardo Villalba 162
Dainier Pero 244.2 vs. Daniel Zavala 237.4
David Whitmire 148.8 vs. Keith Foreman 149

Venue: The Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas
Promoter: TGB Promotions
TV: Showtime, Youtube/Facebook

Rey Vargas 129.5 vs. O’Shaquie Foster 129.5 (WBC super featherweight title) Mario Barrios 146.75 vs. Jovanie Santiago 145.75 Lenier Pero 242.75 vs. Viktor Faust 234 Claudio Marrero 135 vs. Gonzalo…
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Joyce-Zhang undercard shaping up

Former world title challenger Denzel Bentley (17-2-1, 14 KOs) will defend his British middleweight title belt against Kieran Smith (18-1, 7 KOs) on the April 15 undercard of the Joe Joyce-Zhilei Zhang heavyweight showdown at the Copper Box Arena, live on BT Sport. Bentley is back fighting in London after his unsuccessful WBO world title tilt against Janibek Alimkhanuly last November in Las Vegas.

Also, Commonwealth super bantamweight champion Dennis “The Menace” McCann (14-0, 8 KOs) and WBC International Silver and Commonwealth lightweight titleholder Sam Noakes (10-0, 10 KOs) will be defending their titles. Unbeaten super lightweight Sonny Liston Ali (5-0, 0 KOs) will also see action.

Former world title challenger Denzel Bentley (17-2-1, 14 KOs) will defend his British middleweight title belt against Kieran Smith (18-1, 7 KOs) on the April 15 undercard of the Joe…
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Boxing back in Bethlehem, PA on March 10

King’s Promotions will be back at The Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on March 10 with an eight-round clash between welterweights Julian “Hammer Hands” Rodriguez (21-1, 14 KOs) and Kashon Hutchinson (10-5, 2 KOs). The only loss on the 28-year-old Rodriguez’ ledger is to two-division world champion Jose Pedraza in 2021 in Las Vegas.

In the eight-round co-feature, surging lightweight James Bernadin (10-0-1, 6 KOs) looks to stay undefeated when he takes on Jesus Vasquez (10-1, 2 KOs).

King’s Promotions will be back at The Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on March 10 with an eight-round clash between welterweights Julian “Hammer Hands” Rodriguez (21-1, 14 KOs)…
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Weights from London

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Adam Azim 140 vs. Santos Reyes 140
(WBA International super lightweight title)

Zak Chelli 167 vs. Anthony Sims 167
(WBA International super middleweight title)

Tyler Denny 160 vs. Brad Pauls 159
Viddal Riley 198 vs. Annes Taj 198.3
Caroline Dubois 137 vs. Feriche Mashaury 138
Jeamie TKV 260 vs. Harry Armstrong 259.3
Hassan Azim 149.3 vs. Abdallah Luanja 144
Stephen McKenna 153 vs. Brendon Denes 151
Jordan Reynolds 171.3 vs. Mohamed Cherif 173
Razor Ali 124 vs. Hector Lozano 125.3

Venue: OVO Wembley Arena in London, England
Promoter: BOXXER
TV: FITE ($9.99), Sky Sports Arena

Adam Azim 140 vs. Santos Reyes 140 (WBA International super lightweight title) Zak Chelli 167 vs. Anthony Sims 167 (WBA International super middleweight title) Tyler Denny 160 vs. Brad Pauls…
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Japanese prodigy Natsukawa officially turns pro

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By Joe Koizumi
Photos by Naoki Fukuda

Very sensational and speedy, Japanese southpaw prodigy Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, passed the JBC’s examination and officially became professional under Teiken Gym on Thursday. Nasukawa, formerly a tremendously popular kickboxer whose mark was 42-0, participated in three-round sparring sessions with Japan’s top ranked 118-pounder Jin Minamide and displayed surprising hand speed to impress press people as well as JBC officials at the Korakuen Hall. Teiken’s influential promoter Akihiko Honda said, “Nasukawa is the treasure in the Japanese boxing fraternity, and will become a real thing very soon. He’ll make a pro debut in April.”

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By Joe Koizumi Photos by Naoki Fukuda Very sensational and speedy, Japanese southpaw prodigy Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, passed the JBC’s examination and officially became professional under Teiken Gym on Thursday.…
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Michael Williams Jr Exclusive Interview

By Jeff Zimmerman

Fightnews.com® caught up with Michael Williams Jr. (20-1, 13 KOs) as he prepares for the biggest fight of his life on February 25 against former 4-division world champ Adrien Broner (34-4-1, 24 KOs). The fight will be shown live on BLK Prime PPV. Williams Jr. talked about working with Roy Jones Jr., what he learned from his only loss and what a win versus AB will do for his career and much more in this exclusive interview.

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By Jeff Zimmerman Fightnews.com® caught up with Michael Williams Jr. (20-1, 13 KOs) as he prepares for the biggest fight of his life on February 25 against former 4-division world…
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Joshua-Franklin kickoff press conference

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Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Jermain Franklin faced off at the kickoff press conference for their April 1 clash at The O2 in London. AJ was accompanied by new head trainer Derrick James. Franklin brought promoter Dmitry Salita.

Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Jermain Franklin faced off at the kickoff press conference for their April 1 clash at The O2 in London. AJ was accompanied by…
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Weights from Ontario, California

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George Acosta 131.2 vs. Marlin Sims 131.5
Nelson Oliva 157.7 vs. Wayne Boudreaux 156.5
Elias Diaz 146.5 vs. David Thomas 146.1
Juan Sanchez 146.2 vs. Xavier Madrid 145.7
Anthony Saldivar 161.1 vs. Cory Cook 163
Oscar Torrez 233.9 vs. Amulfo Cazares 250.4

Date: Friday, February 10
Venue: Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, CA
Promoter: Thompson Boxing
TV: The card will stream live for free on the Thompson Boxing website and their Facebook and YouTube pages.

George Acosta 131.2 vs. Marlin Sims 131.5 Nelson Oliva 157.7 vs. Wayne Boudreaux 156.5 Elias Diaz 146.5 vs. David Thomas 146.1 Juan Sanchez 146.2 vs. Xavier Madrid 145.7 Anthony Saldivar…
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Vargas-Foster Final Press Conference

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Undefeated two-division champion Rey Vargas and top 130-pound contender O’Shaquie Foster squared off and exchanged verbal barbs at Thursday’s final press conference before they meet for the vacant WBC super featherweight title this Saturday live on SHOWTIME from the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

Rey Vargas: “He knows that I’m not just anybody and I know he’s lost sleep from the anxiety of getting ready to face me. I know that he likes to fight from either stance, but I’ve got a plan to counter anything he brings…“I have no problem with Foster saying he wants to send me back to 126, because I know that I would beat him at 126, 130 or 135 pounds. I can guarantee that…Foster better wake up, because he isn’t going to be able to sleep through this fight. We’re coming for him and we’re coming to leave with the title.”

O’Shaquie Foster: “I just woke up, so I’m not losing any sleep thinking about him. He can talk that talk, but he better know that I’m not Mark Magsayo or any of those guys he’s fought. The strength and the speed is different. He’s going to feel me. Whether it’s the first round or whatever round I stop him in, or if it goes all 12 rounds, he’s going to take a beating the whole time…I’d love to unify titles after a win on Saturday, but first we have to send Rey back down to 126 pounds.”

Undefeated two-division champion Rey Vargas and top 130-pound contender O’Shaquie Foster squared off and exchanged verbal barbs at Thursday’s final press conference before they meet for the vacant WBC super…
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Williams Jr: I’m coming to get rid of Broner

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Welterweight Michael Williams Jr. (20-1, 13 KOs) plans to shock the world in his ten round PPV showdown with former 4-division world champion Adrien Broner (34-4-1, 24 KOs) on February 25 at The Gateway Center @ College Park, GA. Williams Jr. is trained by his father Michael Williams Sr. and Hall of Famer Roy Jones Jr.

“I’m not here to just be a body in the ring,” said Williams Jr. “I’m coming to get rid of Broner and become a household name with an impressive victory. I have nothing to lose, and I’m going shock the world. I know the odds are against me, but I’m not afraid. Along with my father, who is an excellent coach, I have one of the best trainers in the world guiding my corner in Roy Jones Jr. I’ve been training for this moment my entire life. I’m ready for the challenge. I’ll give it my all and leave everything in the ring.”

Welterweight Michael Williams Jr. (20-1, 13 KOs) plans to shock the world in his ten round PPV showdown with former 4-division world champion Adrien Broner (34-4-1, 24 KOs) on February…
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