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May 10, 2008

BRADLEY DEFEATS WITTER

Junior Witter saw his dream of a domestic super-fight against Ricky Hatton go up in smoke when he lost his WBC light-welterweight title via a wafer-thin split decision to Timothy Bradley.
The three ringside judges rewarded the American's greater work rate with a 115-113, 114-113 112-115 verdict, which met with few complaints and sent the challenger's camp wild in celebration.
Witter had gone into the contest knowing he needed an impressive win in order to capitalize on the growing public clamor for the all-British super-fight he has craved for so long.
But Witter blew his big chance, failing to land enough clean blows from his counter-attacking stance, and got dropped from a looping right hand in the sixth round.
*****
British super-middleweight champion Carl Froch enjoyed an easy night's work by beating over-matched Albert Rybacki inside four rounds tonight.
Froch had been frustrated by several projected opponents pulling out of the fight and was under pressure to put on a show against the little-known Pole.
And in front of his loyal home-town support at the Nottingham Arena, Froch recorded the 23rd win of his unbeaten career against the visitor from eastern Europe.

PETER EYES GOLOTA

WBC heavyweight champion Sam Peter is free to take an interim fight before defending his belt against Vitali Klitschko. Part of the agreement hammered out yesterday in Mexico City allows Peter to defend his belt by July, probably against Andrew Golota. Co-promoter Dino Duva is working on that bout "feverishly." As for Peter-Klitschko, all that is certain is that the clash will take place sometime this fall, with date, site and television to be determined in the near future. According to Duva, the event will be co-promotion between Duva Boxing and K2 Promotions, with Duva serving as lead promoter. "We're ecstatic," added Duva. "It's the best possible deal for all concerned – the fighters, promoters, and most importantly the fans."

SHARKIE'S MACHINE

 

Mike Arnaoutis and Lanardo Tyner Star in,

“Being Unbeaten Is Over Rated”
by Frank Gonzalez Jr.

 

Friday night in Atlantic City N.J., formerly unbeaten Light Welterweight, Lanardo Tyner (19-1, 11 KO’s) saw his 0 go after stepping up and finally facing his first respectable opponent (in his 20th professional fight) against “Mighty” Mike Arnaoutis (19-2-2, 9 KO’s). This 12 round fight was for the USBA Light Welterweight Title. Tyner had never been past ten rounds as most of his fights ended by early KO’s.

 

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CAMPBELL-CASAMAYOR TO PURSE BID?

 

The anticipated lightweight matchup between IBF/WBO/ WBA champion Nate Campbell vs. WBO interim champion Joel Casamayor appears to be headed for a purse bid, according to Campbell's co-promoter Terry J. Trekas of One Punch Productions. "I spoke to Don King about an hour ago, and Don will be requesting that the WBO order this fight to go to purse bid, since the "negotiations" went nowhere. Whether or not that results in Joel actually signing the bout agreement, well, we will have to see what happens with that. My guess is he won't, but this is the process we have to go through" said Trekas.
One potential problem appears to already have been resolved. Different sources have indicated that Team Campbell was expecting an 80-20 split in their favor, as the split was when the proposed Diaz-Katsidis matchup went to purse bid. Other sources indicate it would be a 50-50 split. Regarding the projected split, the very outspoken Campbell said the following; "You know what? It SHOULD be 80-20 my way. I took Diaz place, and he took Katsidis. I'm the world champ, and a multiple belt holder, and he is the interim champ. Same situation as Diaz-Katsidis. But if the WBO doesn't recognize me as a Super Champion like they did Diaz, then so be it. Even though I should be entitled to an 80-20 split my way, since I have 3 belts on the table and he has none, except of course for the Golden Boy belt, I'll tell you this much. For the opportunity to knock his ass into retirement once and for all, I'll take the 50-50. It's actually almost worth the 30% cut for the opportunity to stomp a mudhole in his a**. So bring on the purse bid. And let's see if his so-called "promoter" will even show up for the bid, since they don't have a TV date. Rest assured that Don will be at that bid, date or no date, envelope in hand."
 

ALVARADO STOPS ROSALES

By Chris Cozzone
fightnews.com

In his toughest bout to date, unbeaten super lightweight Mike Alvarado (21-0, 13 KOs) scored a seventh round TKO over Michel Rosales (20-2, 18 KOs) on Friday night at the Isleta Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was a hard fought battle from the opening ball with both fighters landing bombs throughout. The end came at 1:28 of round seven when an Alvarado barrage prompted referee Rocky Burke to surprisingly halt the bout. The stoppage seemed premature, not to take away from an excellent performance by Alvarado.
*****
In his return after facing Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in December, hometown super welterweight favorite Ray Sanchez III (21-2, 15 KOs) won a majority decision over Patrick Thompson (15-12-1, 5 KOs). Scores were 97-93, 96-94, 95-95.

 

ELITEXC TO FEATURE LOCAL FIGHTERS

 

With no less than 12 fighters scheduled to fight, there will be a distinct East Coast flavor to the six announced undercard bouts that will immediately precede the highly anticipated, first-ever mixed martial arts fight card shown live in primetime on network television Saturday, May 31, at the Prudential Center at Newark, N.J.
Tickets for a spectacular live event, starting at $25, are available at Ticketmaster locations, by phone at (201) 507-8900, online at www.ticketmaster.com and at the Prudential Center box office (973) 757-6625. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. ET. The first live fight is at 6:30.

 

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CARANO TO BE FEATURED ON ESPN

 

The most recognizable face in women's mixed martial arts, the incredibly popular and talented Gina "Conviction'' Carano, of Las Vegas, will be profiled on "E:60" next Tuesday, May 13, on ESPN.
The multi-subject newsmagazine show starts at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
Tuesday's segment will include comments from Gina’s parents -- her father, Glenn, is a former NFL quarterback -- world-class women fighters Shayna Baszler and Tara LaRosa, the story behind Gina getting involved in MMA and why she stopped going to college – 18 credits short of getting her degree – and the impact of her sudden stardom.
Carano, aka "Crush" on "American Gladiators," will fight dangerous, confident, hard-hitting Hook 'n Shoot champion Kaitlin Young, of Minneapolis, on the first-ever MMA primetime broadcast on network television when "CBS ELITEXC SATURDAY NIGHT FIGHTS'' premieres with a five-fight card on Saturday, May 31, on the CBS Television Network (9 p.m.-11 p.m. ET/PT).
The highly anticipated event, presented by Los Angeles-based ProElite, Inc.'s live fight division, EliteXC, will originate from the Prudential Center at Newark, N.J. Doors open for the live event at 5:30 p.m. ET. The first fight is at 6:30. Tickets are on sale.
 

May 9, 2008

ARNAOUTIS DOMINATES TYNER

 

Junior welterweight contender "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis (19-2-2, 9 KOs) pounded out a twelve round unanimous decison over previously unbeaten Lanardo Tyner (19-1, 11 KOs) on Friday night at Bally's Atlantic City. Arnaoutis was cut over his right eye, but outworked Tyner to win by scores of 116-112, 118-110, 118-110, thus retaining his USBA title.
*****
2004 US Olympic Team captain Devin Vargas (16-0, 7 KOs), wearing red trunks, knocks out Dave Brunelli (8-3, 3 KOs) with a right hand in the first round of their heavyweight bout at Bally's Ballroom in Atlantic City, NJ.
*****
Undercard Results:
Unbeaten welterweight Raymond Serrano Jr (6-0, 4 KOs) needed just 1:46 to stop Charles Wade (4-6, 1 KO). Patrick Majewski (8-0, 5 KOs) was down in round two, but prevailed over Ariel Espinal (6-3-1, 2 KOs) by 38-37 on all cards.
Clinton Douglas (3-1-2) took a majority four round nod over Francisco Palacios (2-5-4) by scores of 38-38, 39-37, 39-37.

 

BRADLEY-WITTER MAKE WEIGHT

 


photos courtesy Tom Casino/Showtime

 

WBC Super Lightweight Champion Junior Witter (R), who weighed in today 139 ½ pounds, squares off with his No. 1 ranked challenger Timothy Bradley (L), who weighed 139 ¼ pounds
*****

ShoBox: The New Generation returns to the United Kingdom on May 10, 2008, with an outstanding world title showdown and a promising undercard bout featuring two undefeated prospects.
On a special Saturday night edition of the popular, prospect-oriented SHOWTIME boxing series, World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Lightweight Champion Junior Witter will defend his crown for the third time when he takes on WBC No. 1 contender Timothy Bradley at the Trent FM Arena in Nottingham, England (same day tape delay at 10:45 p.m. ET/PT on SHOWTIME).
*****
In the co-feature, hard-hitting super middleweight Carl Froch 167.5 will be facing late-replacement Albert Rybacki 168.25 of Poland (15-0, 8 KOs). Froch was added to the card, scheduled for Saturday, May 10, after lightweight contender John Fewkes, complaining of Gastroenteritis, pulled out of his ShoBox co-feature fight with John Murray. The evening of boxing will be promoted by Hennessy Sports.
*****

 

GONZALEZ VS. PASTRANA HEADLINE

 

The super bantamweight division may be in for a shakeup on Friday, May 16, as four of the division’s most exciting battlers will be in action in pivotal bouts on TeleFutura’s ‘Solo Boxeo’ from the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon, California.
Headlining the card, which is presented by Golden Boy Promotions, is a ten-round clash between former World Champions Jhonny Gonzalez and Mauricio Pastrana. In the ten-round co-feature, hot prospect Antonio Escalante squares off against David Martinez.
Tickets, priced at $125, $75 and $35, can be purchased at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa Box Office at (951) 755-5391 or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Doors open at 4pm and the first bell rings at 4:30pm.
The TeleFutura ‘Solo Boxeo’ broadcast begins at 8pm ET / PT (delayed on the west coast).

 

SHAUN GEORGE ON RINGSIDE THIS SUNDAY

 

If former heavyweight champion Chris Byrd intends to resurrect his career in his move down to light heavyweight, he'll first have to beat hungry contender Shaun George 16-2-2 (7 KO’s). The two will battle at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on May 16th. The bout will be aired on ESPN 2’s Friday Night Fights. George, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., will be this week's featured guest on The Ringside Boxing Show, which airs every Sunday, worldwide via the Internet at www.knry.com at 9 a.m. Pacific time, noon Eastern.
Byrd, 40-4-1 (21 KOs) won the WBO and IBF titles as an undersized fighter in a division where he was regularly fending off 250 lb opponents. He'll be fighting below the heavyweight division for the first time since 1994.  Listeners may join the conversation with Shaun George and ask him questions by calling toll free at 1-800-887-3414.

 

PETER-KLITSCHKO AGREED TO

 


Photo: David Martin Warr/DKP

 

WBC president Jose Sulaiman (center) presides at yesterday's purse bid in Mexico City. From left, Dino Duva, Ahmet Öner, Sulaiman, Tom Loeffler, Don King.
*****
A deal was reached Thursday for the mandatory fight between WBC heavyweight champion Samuel Peter and champion emeritus Vitali Klitschko shortly before a scheduled WBC purse bid in Mexico City. Representing Peter were Don King and Dino Duva, with Shelly Finkel and Tom Loeffler representing Klitschko. The fight will likely be held this October in Europe.

“The deal was made at the 11th hour, and we are delighted,” said Duva. “Instead of going to the WBC offices for a purse bid and uncertain future, we instead were able to reach the agreement and announce it in front of the wonderful Mexican media and fans.
“We’re ecstatic,” added Duva. “It’s the best possible deal for all concerned – the fighters, promoters, and most importantly the fans.”
The WBC Heavyweight title tilt will be a co-promotion between Duva Boxing and K2 Promotions, with Duva serving as lead promoter.
“It was a long and complicated negotiation,” said Duva. “I want to sincerely thank all of the key parties – my partner Don King, Sam’s manager Ivaylo Gotzev, Vitali Klitschko, his advisor Shelly Finkel and promoter Tom Loeffler
"Last but not least, I must thank WBC President Jose Sulaiman, who, along with his son Mauricio, was determined to get all parties to the table and make a deal for this great fight,” wrapped up Duva. “Without their support and understanding, this never would have happened."
As part of the agreement, Peter is free to fight in an interim bout by July, which is being worked on feverishly, according to Duva.
 

WEIGHTS FROM ATLANTIC CITY

 

Weights from Bally's Atlantic City
May 9 on ESPN2 "Friday Night Fights"

 

USBA Jr. Welterweight Championship
"Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis, Champion (18-2-2, 9 KOs) 139 1/4 vs Lanardo Tyner (19-0, 11 KOs) 139 1/5

Devin Vargas  226 vs Dave Brunelli 231 1/4
Raymond Serrano Jr 147 3/4 vs Charles Wade 147 3/4Patrick Majewski 160 3/4 vs Ariel Espinal 161 3/4
Jae-Sung Lee 123 ½ vs Andres Nichols 123 3/4
Qaid Muhammad 118 vs Arthur Parker 120
Clinton Douglas 130 ¼ vs Francisco Palacios 133

 

AMATO'S DIGEST

 

Manuel Ramos - Mexican Heavyweight
By Jim Amato

When you think of Mexican fighters it is usually a tough little hombre like a Ruben Olivares, Vincente Saldivar or Julio Cesar Chavez. More often then not the better battles from Mexico scaled under 160lbs. In an exception to the rule during the mid 60’s to the early 70’s this country produced a pretty fair heavyweight. He fought two world champions and nine others that vied for the heavyweight crown. His name was Manuel Ramos. Although he lost almost as many as he won, the names on his resume are quite impressive.

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AEG BUYS INTO GOLDEN BOY

AEG, considered one of the world’s leading live sports and entertainment presenters, has entered into an agreement with boxing’s leading promoter, Golden Boy Promotions to acquire ownership shares of the Los Angeles-based organization it was announced yesterday by Oscar De La Hoya, President of Golden Boy Promotions and Tim Leiweke, President & CEO, AEG. The acquisition will make AEG the company’s second largest shareholder behind De La Hoya.
“Having fought and promoted many successful championship fight cards in AEG-owned venues such as STAPLES Center and The Home Depot Center, I have developed a tremendous amount of respect both personally and professionally for how AEG does business, how they operate their facilities and the integrity they have consistently shown to me and my partners at Golden Boy Promotions,” said De La Hoya.  “Our new partnership will create so many new synergies from jointly promoting events in their arenas worldwide to exploring new ways to develop successful promotions built around our boxing shows taking place in their facilities.  To Tim and Dan, on behalf of Richard and our partners, we look forward to many successful promotions together.”

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