Murat Gassiev Training Camp Notes

IBF Cruiserweight World Champion Murat “Iron” Gassiev shared his thoughts from training camp in Big Bear, Calif., as fight week nears for his World Boxing Super Series quarter-final showdown Saturday, October 21 against Krzysztof Wlodarczyk from Prudential Center in Newark, N.J and on AUDIENCE Network.

Gassiev first arrived to train in the U.S. in 2014 and has worked with the renowned Abel Sanchez, eventually capturing his title with a victory over Denis Lebedev in December 2016.

“Abel is an amazing guy and he has pushed me very hard in the gym,” said Gassiev. “He’s really a father figure here in the gym. I have so much respect for him and the way that he treats people. The best thing that I ever did was come here to train with Abel Sanchez. Continue reading “Murat Gassiev Training Camp Notes”

IBF Cruiserweight World Champion Murat “Iron” Gassiev shared his thoughts from training camp in Big Bear, Calif., as fight week nears for his World Boxing Super Series quarter-final showdown Saturday,…
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Floyd Mayweather: I’m Not Scared of GGG

By TMZSports.com

Floyd Mayweather got into a shouting match with a heckler on the streets of NYC on Monday night — after the fan accused Floyd of running from Gennady Golovkin. The video ends with Floyd’s bodyguard threatening to choke a dude out. It all started after Floyd and his TMT squad left the Knicks game at MSG — when a very loud fan started screaming at Floyd that he’s scared of GGG. Floyd yelled back to explain why he’s not scared … more yelling ensued. Floyd tried to jewelry shame the heckler — asking how many diamonds he has on his watch. As for GGG, he previously told TMZ he wants to fight Floyd BAD — and guaranteed he would knock Mayweather out cold.

By TMZSports.com Floyd Mayweather got into a shouting match with a heckler on the streets of NYC on Monday night — after the fan accused Floyd of running from Gennady…
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Lomachenko vs. Rigondeaux sold out

Tickets to the December 9 Lomachenko vs. Rigondeaux WBO jr lightweight title fight in the Madison Square Garden Theater have sold out two months in advance. It’s Lomachenko’s second advance sellout in his past three fights. His April 8 title defense against former world champion Jason Sosa sold out the MGM National Harbor one month in prior to the event.

Promoter Bob Arum: “This is the Big Apple’s second-hottest ticket on the secondary market next to Bette Midler’s Broadway smash, Hello Dolly! The Lomachenko vs Rigondeaux title fight is a signature event in the sport of boxing. It matches the two greatest fighters in Olympic boxing facing off against each other. Never before in boxing history have two boxers, each the winner of two Olympic gold medals, faced each other in a professional boxing match.” Continue reading “Lomachenko vs. Rigondeaux sold out”

Tickets to the December 9 Lomachenko vs. Rigondeaux WBO jr lightweight title fight in the Madison Square Garden Theater have sold out two months in advance. It’s Lomachenko’s second advance…
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Sueyoshi wins vacant Japanese 130lb belt

By Joe Koizumi
Photos by Naoki Fukuda

Once-beaten prospect Masaru Sueyoshi (16-1, 10 KOs), 129.75, acquired the vacant Japanese super-featherweight belt when he earned a unanimous decision (97-93, 98-93, 98-92) over 38-year-old Ribo Takahata (13-8-1, 5 KOs), 129.75, over ten hard-fought rounds on Saturday in Tokyo, Japan. The belt had been renounced by world-rated ex-champ Kenichi Ogawa, Sueyoshi’s stablemate, to pave the way for him to win the national title. The 5’11” Takahata’s aggressiveness was a nuisance for Seuyoshi, who, however, was superior in precision, steadily piling up points despite close proceedings.

Unbeaten Shuya Masaki (7-0, 5 KOs), 132, finished Filipino Ciso Morales (19-5-1, 12 KOs), 131.25, with a solid right at 1:56 into the opening session of a scheduled eight.

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By Joe Koizumi Photos by Naoki Fukuda Once-beaten prospect Masaru Sueyoshi (16-1, 10 KOs), 129.75, acquired the vacant Japanese super-featherweight belt when he earned a unanimous decision (97-93, 98-93, 98-92)…
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Bejenaru-Mchunu collide Nov 25

Star Boxing returns to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Saturday, November 25 as WBC International Cruiserweight Champion and WBC Continental Americas Cruiserweight Champion Constantin Bejenaru (12-0, 3 KOs), of Brooklyn, NY defends his titles against #1 ranked mandatory contender Thabiso “The Rock” Mchunu (18-3, 13 KOs) of Cato Ridge, South Africa, in the ten round main event.

Bejenaru is coming off two victories seen on the popular Showtime series ShoBox: The New Generation, over fellow contenders Stivens Bujaj and Alexey Zubov. Mchunu challenged Oleksandr Usyk for the WBO cruiserweight title last year and holds a victory over Eddie Chambers.

Tickets starting at $35 will go on sale this Friday.

Star Boxing returns to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Saturday, November 25 as WBC International Cruiserweight Champion and WBC Continental Americas Cruiserweight Champion Constantin Bejenaru (12-0, 3 KOs),…
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Horn-Corcoran update: Pacman, Crawford next?

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing

Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum could match Manny Pacquiao or Terrance Crawford with WBO welterweight champion Jeff Horn if the Australian defeats WBO #11 Gary Corcoran in December at a venue in Brisbane, Queensland. ”Pac Man” was expected to agree to a November rematch but pulled out due to his Senatorial duties in the Philippines taking priority.

“If Horn beats this kid, we could do the Pacquiao rematch in the first part of 2018 or go right to a fight with [Terence] Crawford. Pacquiao might not fight again. Who knows? Continue reading “Horn-Corcoran update: Pacman, Crawford next?”

By Ray Wheatley — World of Boxing Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum could match Manny Pacquiao or Terrance Crawford with WBO welterweight champion Jeff Horn if the Australian defeats…
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Santa Cruz: I’m Just Ready to Step in the Ring

By Miguel Maravilla

Three division world champion Leo “El Terremoto” Santa Cruz (33-1-1, 18 KOs) of Lincoln Heights by way of Huetamo, Michoacan, Mexico is back in action this weekend as he takes on Chris Avalos (27-5, 20 KOs) of Lancaster, California on Saturday at the Stub Hub Center in Carson, California headlining Premier Boxing Champion on FOX. We caught up with the champ during his camp as he talked about his upcoming fight with Avalos.

Photo: Ryan Greene/Premier Boxing Champions

“I’m ready to get back in there. I’m just ready to step in the ring and give a great performance for all the fans like I always try to do,” Leo Santa Cruz told Fightnews.com®. “I am excited to be back. Sorry I didn’t come back sooner but I’m just gonna go out there and do my best and give the fans what they want.” Continue reading “Santa Cruz: I’m Just Ready to Step in the Ring”

By Miguel Maravilla Three division world champion Leo “El Terremoto” Santa Cruz (33-1-1, 18 KOs) of Lincoln Heights by way of Huetamo, Michoacan, Mexico is back in action this weekend…
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Caparello back in action Friday

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing

WBC #9, WBA #14 light heavyweight Blake “Il Capo” Caparello (25-2-1, 9 KOs) will be in action on Friday against Fabiano ”Pit Bull” Pena (15-8-1, 11 KOs) over ten rounds with the WBA Oceania title up for grabs at the Melbourne Pavillion, Flemington, Victoria, Australia. Continue reading “Caparello back in action Friday”

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing WBC #9, WBA #14 light heavyweight Blake “Il Capo” Caparello (25-2-1, 9 KOs) will be in action on Friday against Fabiano ”Pit Bull”…
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Sulecki: Don’t expect aggression, expect terror

By Przemek Garczarczyk

“I knew Culcay’s name but wasn’t interested in his career. Never believed Golden Jack would decide to fight outside Germany… It’s good for me that he changed his mind. It will be nice to have a former amateur world champion and a former pro world champ on my resume of defeated fighters…” said unbeaten jr middleweight Maciej Sulecki in a Fightnews.com® interview.

Photo: Team Sulecki

Sulecki (25-0, 10 KOs), one of Poland’s top boxing talents, will face former WBA interim champion Jack Culcay (22-2, 11 KOs) on October 21 at the Prudential Center in Newark. Continue reading “Sulecki: Don’t expect aggression, expect terror”

By Przemek Garczarczyk “I knew Culcay’s name but wasn’t interested in his career. Never believed Golden Jack would decide to fight outside Germany… It’s good for me that he changed…
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The 12th round – From Azerbaijan to the World

By Mauricio Sulaiman
WBC President – Jose Sulaiman’s son

I would like to begin by expressing our deepest condolences to USA, Nevada and Las Vegas for the tragic terrorist attack which has shaken the world. The boxing world united expressed deep concern and solidarity as we all empathize as most have been in Las Vegas many times as it is and will always be one of the most important cities in the world for boxing. A minute of silence took place and three days of mourning ordered in honor of the victims and their families.

We have finished our 55th annual convention. All those fortunate to have experienced this event have returned home with a warm heart and plenty of memories from what has been one of the best conventions in our history since 1963. The city of Baku in Azerbaijan was shown to the boxing world. It was simply incredible to see its architecture, its cleanliness, modern buildings and rich history all in a land of smiles. It was simply magical, everyone was marveled and the passion and drive was notorious at all times, having accomplished with great success all the meetings and goals set forth during the planning of this convention. Continue reading “The 12th round – From Azerbaijan to the World”

By Mauricio Sulaiman WBC President – Jose Sulaiman’s son I would like to begin by expressing our deepest condolences to USA, Nevada and Las Vegas for the tragic terrorist attack…
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HBO signs Lampley to multi-year pact

HBO Sports has entered into a new multi-year agreement with acclaimed broadcaster Jim Lampley, who serves as the primary voice for its HBO Boxing franchise. The 68-year-old Lampley will continue to serve on multiple HBO Boxing platforms, including the host and blow-by-blow voice for “World Championship Boxing,” “HBO Boxing After Dark” and HBO Pay-Per-View. He also will continue to host the boxing studio program “The Fight Game With Jim Lampley.” The agreement was announced today by Peter Nelson, executive vice president, HBO Sports.

HBO Sports has entered into a new multi-year agreement with acclaimed broadcaster Jim Lampley, who serves as the primary voice for its HBO Boxing franchise. The 68-year-old Lampley will continue…
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Abner Mares Not Looking Past Gutierrez

By Miguel Maravilla

Four-time world champion and current WBA World featherweight champion Abner Mares (30-2-1, 15 KOs) of Hawaiian Gardens, California by way of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico is ready to return to the ring Saturday as he will square off against Andres Gutierrez (35-1-1, 25 KOs) of Mexico at the Stub Hub Center in Carson, California co-headlining the Premier Boxing Champions on FOX card.

Photo: Ryan Greene/Premier Boxing Champions

“I am ready for this fight and I can’t wait to show you a good fight, Mares told Fightnews.com®. “I’m looking forward to showcasing once again alongside Robert Garcia, the new Abner.” Continue reading “Abner Mares Not Looking Past Gutierrez”

By Miguel Maravilla Four-time world champion and current WBA World featherweight champion Abner Mares (30-2-1, 15 KOs) of Hawaiian Gardens, California by way of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico is ready to…
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WBA judge and referees course a hit

The first working day of the World Boxing Association (WBA) and INDEPORTES Antioquia Introductory Judges and Referees Course was a big success. American referee Tony Weeks, judges and referees Raúl Caiz Jr. from the United States, Gustavo Padilla from Panama and Alfredo Polanco from Mexico provided their knowledge to the course attendees, who wish to become officials of the sport.

The first topic this Saturday morning was ethics in sports, especially for judges and referees. Polanco, through videos of old fights, explained the responsibility of a referee and a judge in a fight, and how a bad or delayed action can affect the life of an athlete, not only economically but also their health. Continue reading “WBA judge and referees course a hit”

The first working day of the World Boxing Association (WBA) and INDEPORTES Antioquia Introductory Judges and Referees Course was a big success. American referee Tony Weeks, judges and referees Raúl…
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WBO #4 Hogan, WBO #10 Nonaka collide Saturday

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing

WBO #4 Dennis Hogan (25-1-1) will collide with WBO #10, IBF #6, WBC #15, WBA #14 Yuki Nonaka (31-8-3) of Japan over ten rounds on Saturday at the Exhibition and Convention Centre, Brisbane, Queensland, Hogan has completed his sparring sessions and is happy with the exposure the WBO Oriental light middleweight title bout in receiving. Continue reading “WBO #4 Hogan, WBO #10 Nonaka collide Saturday”

By Ray Wheatley – World of Boxing WBO #4 Dennis Hogan (25-1-1) will collide with WBO #10, IBF #6, WBC #15, WBA #14 Yuki Nonaka (31-8-3) of Japan over ten…
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WBO #5 Moises Calleros returns Oct 20

Report/Photo: David Finger

With the recent shakeup in the WBO mini-flyweight division, with champion Tatsuya Fukuhara losing his title to Ryu Yamanaka and #1 ranked Panya Pradabsri losing in a stunning upset last week in China, one fighter, in particular, is poised to capitalize on the chaos.


Mexico’s Moises Calleros (27-7-1, 15 KOs), the 5th ranked WBO mini-flyweight, hopes to edge his way into the top four on the basis of good ol’ fashion activity. Calleros headlines an interesting card in Monclova, Mexico on October 20 as he takes on countryman Erick Zamora (8-7-2, 1 KO) at the Gimnasio Milo Martinez de la Rosa. Continue reading “WBO #5 Moises Calleros returns Oct 20”

Report/Photo: David Finger With the recent shakeup in the WBO mini-flyweight division, with champion Tatsuya Fukuhara losing his title to Ryu Yamanaka and #1 ranked Panya Pradabsri losing in a…
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Flores Stops Wattley in Erie

By Matt Thompson at ringside

Wilfredo “El Bravo Vega” Flores (6-0, 2 KOs) scored an impressive fifth round stoppage of Alden Wattley (3-1, 3 KOs) Saturday night in a battle of unbeaten lightweights at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA on Saturday night. In the co-feature of the exciting Pro-Am show presented by Ernie Bizzarro’s Bizzarro Promotions, super welterweight Ivan “The Hurricane” Hernandez (2-3-1, 2 KOs) spoiled the debut of local cage fighting star Jeremiah Yeager with an explosive second round stoppage. Continue reading “Flores Stops Wattley in Erie”

By Matt Thompson at ringside Wilfredo “El Bravo Vega” Flores (6-0, 2 KOs) scored an impressive fifth round stoppage of Alden Wattley (3-1, 3 KOs) Saturday night in a battle…
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Mimoune-Eggington Full Report

By Marco Bratusch

In a considerable upset according to the British bookmakers and most boxing insiders, 30-year-old mandatory challenger Mohamed Mimoune, from Toulouse, France, outboxed former European welterweight titlist Sam Eggington to a split decision victory at Manchester Arena, England. The fight was scheduled as the chief support for the Anthony Crolla vs. Ricky Burns lightweight contest to fill a Matchroom Boxing promoted night, broadcast live on Sky UK. Continue reading “Mimoune-Eggington Full Report”

By Marco Bratusch In a considerable upset according to the British bookmakers and most boxing insiders, 30-year-old mandatory challenger Mohamed Mimoune, from Toulouse, France, outboxed former European welterweight titlist Sam…
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Ex-champ Mijares defeats Arevalo

By Gabriel F. Cordero

Former world champion and WBC #4 super featherweight Cristian “Diamante” Mijares (58-8-2, 26 KOs) took another step in search of the world title opportunity with a one-sided ten round unanimous decision over Jesus “Víboro” Arevalo (25-2-1, 15 KOs) on Saturday night at the Unidad Deportiva in Campeche, Mexico. Scores 98-92, 100-92 and 97-93.

Also, local super bantam prospect Francisco “Panchito” Horta (16-3-1, 9 KOs) won by TKO in the eighth and final round over Edgar “Toluquito” Lozano (9-8-2, 5 KOs), and unbeaten lightweight prospect Joseph “Diamante” Aguirre (18-0, 7 KOs) outpointed Juan Jose “Piquet” Martínez (26-5, 18 KOs) over eight.

By Gabriel F. Cordero Former world champion and WBC #4 super featherweight Cristian “Diamante” Mijares (58-8-2, 26 KOs) took another step in search of the world title opportunity with a…
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Maromerito Paez, Gusano Rojas both lose

Two upsets last night at the Gimnasio Universidad de Tampico in Tampico, Mexico.

Jr middleweight Jorge “Maromerito” Páez (40-10-2, 24 KOs) lost a lackluster ten round unanimous decision to Jose Carlos “Puro” Paz (21-6-1, 12 KOs) by scores of 97-93, 97-93, 98-92.

Former world champion Tomas “Gusano” Rojas did even worse. Rojas (49-16-1, 33 KOs) was unable to come out for round eight against Edivaldo “Indio” Ortega (25-1-1, 11 KOs) in a featherweight bout.

Two upsets last night at the Gimnasio Universidad de Tampico in Tampico, Mexico. Jr middleweight Jorge “Maromerito” Páez (40-10-2, 24 KOs) lost a lackluster ten round unanimous decision to Jose…
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Tso remains unbeaten

Photos: Sumio Yamada

Unbeaten WBO #2 super flyweight Rex Tso (22-0, 13 KOs) won by technical decision in the seventh round after a head butt forced an early end to his clash against former world champion Kohei Kono (33-11-1, 14 KOs) on Saturday night at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center in Hong Kong, China.

Tso suffered grotesque swelling on the left side of his forehead prompting the stoppage. Scores were 68-66 on all three cards. Tso retained his WBO International title. Continue reading “Tso remains unbeaten”

Photos: Sumio Yamada Unbeaten WBO #2 super flyweight Rex Tso (22-0, 13 KOs) won by technical decision in the seventh round after a head butt forced an early end to…
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Crolla beats Burns, Mimoune edges Eggington

In an interesting lightweight clash between former world champions, Anthony Crolla (32-6-3, 13 KOs) outworked Ricky Burns (41-7-1, 14 KOs) over twelve rounds at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England. Scores were 116-113, 117-112, 116-114.

In a clash for the EBU welterweight championship, Mohamed Mimoune (19-2, 2 KOs) dethroned Sam Eggington (24-4, 13 KOs) by split decision. Scores were 116-112, 115-113 for Mimoune, 116-112 for Eggington.

Welterweight Conor Benn (9-0, 7 KOs) annihilated Nathan Clarke (5-2-1, 1 KO) in the first round. Benn is the son of “The Dark Destroyer” Nigel Benn.

Former world title challenger Gavin McDonnell (18-1-2, 5 KOs) halted Jozsef Ajtai (19-9, 12 KOs) in round one.

Light heavyweight Hosea Burton (20-1, 10 KOs) blitzed late sub Ratu Latianara (5-1, 0 KOs) in just 80 seconds.

Lightweight Lewis Ritson (13-0, 7 KOs) claimed the British 135lb belt with a seventh round stoppage of Robbie Barrett (15-3-1, 1 KO).

In an interesting lightweight clash between former world champions, Anthony Crolla (32-6-3, 13 KOs) outworked Ricky Burns (41-7-1, 14 KOs) over twelve rounds at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England.…
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WBSS: Eubank scores spectacular KO

Photos: Tony Mayger/Ringtone Boxing

Super middleweight Chris “Next Gen” Eubank Jr. (26-1, 20 KOs) scored a brutal third round KO over previously unbeaten Avni “Mr. Robot” Yildirim (16-1, 10 KOs) in a sensational World Boxing Super Series (WBSS) tournament quarterfinal on Saturday night at the Hanns-Martin-Schleyer Arena in Stuttgart, Germany.

Eubank drew first blood when he dropped Yildirim to a knee in round one. The end came in round three with Eubank leveling Yildirim with a crushing left hook after a vicious exchange of punches between the fighters. The bout was immediately waved off even though Yildirim seemed to be getting up. Continue reading “WBSS: Eubank scores spectacular KO”

Photos: Tony Mayger/Ringtone Boxing Super middleweight Chris “Next Gen” Eubank Jr. (26-1, 20 KOs) scored a brutal third round KO over previously unbeaten Avni “Mr. Robot” Yildirim (16-1, 10 KOs)…
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Machimana wins SA heavyweight title

By Ron Jackson

A grossly overweight Osborne Machimana regained the South African heavyweight title in a poor fight when he beat Justice Siliga via unanimous 12 rounds points decision in a clash for the vacant title at the Dr. Molemela Indoor Sports Centre in Bloemfontein on Friday night.

There has been some confusion over the spelling of Siliga’s surname as some sources have his name as Silinga, but as he had Siliga on his trunks we must accept that it is the correct spelling.

The scores were 117-111, 116-112 and 115-113 on the judges’ scorecards. Continue reading “Machimana wins SA heavyweight title”

By Ron Jackson A grossly overweight Osborne Machimana regained the South African heavyweight title in a poor fight when he beat Justice Siliga via unanimous 12 rounds points decision in…
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Sexton beats Cornish for British title

In a clash for the vacant British heavyweight crown, Sam Sexton (24-3, 9 KOs) scored a close, but unanimous twelve round decision over local favorite Gary Cornish (24-2, 12 KOs) on Friday night at the Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland. In Sexton’s first fight since July 2015, he prevailed over the 6’7 Cornish by scores of 116-114, 115-114, 116-113.

In a clash for the vacant British heavyweight crown, Sam Sexton (24-3, 9 KOs) scored a close, but unanimous twelve round decision over local favorite Gary Cornish (24-2, 12 KOs)…
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LA Fight Club: Chimpa chomps Platano

By Miguel Maravilla at ringside

LA Fight Club was back as lightweight Christian “Chimpa” Gonzalez (18-1, 15 KOs) returned to the ring with a hard fought eight round unanimous decision over former world champion Gamaliel “El Plátano” Diaz (40-18-3, 19 KOs) of Mexico, Friday night at the Belasco Theater in downtown Los Angeles on the Boxeo Estelar on Estrella TV main event.

Gonzalez was back after suffering his first defeat early this year. Continue reading “LA Fight Club: Chimpa chomps Platano”

By Miguel Maravilla at ringside LA Fight Club was back as lightweight Christian “Chimpa” Gonzalez (18-1, 15 KOs) returned to the ring with a hard fought eight round unanimous decision…
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