17.08.06 – The biggest boxing card in Virginia’s history just got bigger! Major League Boxing is proud to announce the Co-Main Event to the historic Jimmy Lange vs. Tommy Wilt battle on October 7th. Washington, D.C.’s own Purcell “Hard Rock” Miller, 22-4-1, 18 Knockouts will be taking on former world title challenger Larry “The Laser” Marks, 28-8, 16 Knockouts in an explosive 8 round Middleweight clash!
Purcell “Hard Rock” Miller is a Washington, D.C. Boxing icon. His ring entrances, with full ten piece brass band in tow, are legendary. Along with his showmanship, Purcell possesses legitimate knockout power in both hands with 18 of his 22 wins ending inside the distance. “I don’t like to leave it in the judges’ hands.”, says Miller. Miller’s list of opponents is an impressive one including: Dante Craig, Jason Naugler, Robert Frazier, Carl Daniels, Raul Frank, and Kenny Baysmore. Miller is confident that he will add the talented Larry Marks to his list of KO victims and move on to a title shot in the near future.
Larry “The Laser” Marks 28-8, 16 knockouts is not concerned about Miller’s vaunted punching power. “I’m not worried,” says the confident Marks, “Besides, I’ve got a lot of pop in my punches too. He’ll see.” Marks has also fought a list of World Class opponents, having once challenged for a World Title on HBO against Andrew “6 Heads” Lewis. In addition to Lewis, Marks has fought current World Champ Cory Spinks, Tokunbo Olajide, Angel Hernandez, Clarence “Sonny Bono” Taylor, Charles “The Natural” Murray, Andrew Murray, Brandon Mitchem, and Michael Covington. The winner of this fight should make a huge leap in the middleweight ratings. This is shaping up to be a great one!
Jimmy Lange will be featured in the Main Event against Tommy Wilt. Lange has headlined the Patriot Center’s first two successful boxing shows, each drawing more than 5,000 plus fans. Lange will be showcased in the Main Event of the 6 bout card promoted by Major League Boxing in association with Guzman Entertainment. Doors will open at 6 PM, with the first fight scheduled for 8 PM.
The undercard features an exciting mix of World Class Contenders and up and coming prospects. Scheduled to compete are: Portsmouth, VA’s DORIN SPIVEY (34-4, 28 KO’S), Leesburg, VA’s PERRY BALLARD (18-1, 14 KO’S), Culpeper, VA’s “MONEY” MIKE SAWYER (2-1, 2 KO’S), Front Royal, VA’s ANDREW FARMER (2-0, 2 KO’S), and DC Heavyweight Prospect “BIG” RAY GRANT (1-0, 1 KO).
Tickets, ranging from $500 (VIP Ringside) to $25 are on sale now and can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, www.Ticketmaster.com, www.MajorLeagueBoxing.com, or via PhoneCharge at 703-573-SEAT, 202-397-SEAT, or 410-547-SEAT. George Mason University faculty, staff, and students, area high school and college student, local law enforcement officials, firefighters, and military members may receive a discount on select tickets by presenting a valid ID at The Patriot Center Box Office only. For more details, contact The Patriot Center Box Office at 703-993-3000 or visit online at www.patriotcenter.com.