10.11.09 – Kelly Pavlik (35-1, 31 KOs) will defend his WBC and WBO middleweight titles against Miguel Espino on Dec. 19 at the Beeghly Center at Youngstown State University. Espino, 29, has a record of 20 wins ( nine knockouts), with two losses and one draw and has won his last 11 fights in a row. Pavlik backed out of fighting Paul Williams (37-1, 27 KOs) twice due to complications from a hand injury. In the meantime, Williams will be fighting Sergio Martinez on December 5th at the Boardwalk Hall, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. There is talk of Kelly Pavlik fighting the winner of the fight..
Hopkins-Ornelas Honors Vets, Servicepeople with Discounts
Philadelphia, PA (November 10, 2009) – As a nation, we honor the men and women of the Armed Services with the observance of Veteran’s Day on Wednesday, November 11. The people who defend our freedom embody a fighter’s spirit; they are full of courage, discipline, and passion. In recognition of this fighting spirit and their great service to our country, tickets for Hopkins vs. Ornelas will now be offered at a discount of 20 percent off to those with a current or past military identification (limit of eight tickets per ID). Philadelphia’s Hopkins, fighting in his hometown for the first time since 2003, wants to ensure that these men and women are recognized and that they have an opportunity to see a great fight.
“I am excited to give veterans and service men and women a chance to see me fight at a discounted rate,” Hopkins said. “It is important to honor their bravery and I look forward to doing so on December 2.”
The discount offer will be valid between now and fight night.
“Broad Street Brawl”: Hopkins vs. Ornelas, a 12-round light heavyweight bout which is presented by Golden Boy Promotions East and sponsored by MGM Grand in Las Vegas will be televised live on VERSUS beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the first bell rings at 6 p.m. ET.
In addition to fighting for his fans, Hopkins will be fighting for charity as he has committed to donating one dollar from each ticket sold to three select charities. Make-A-Wish Foundation®of Philadelphia & Susquehanna Valley, The Hero Thrill Show, and the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Tickets, priced at $200, $100, $75, $50 and $25, are on sale now exclusively through ComcastTIX on line at ComcastTIX.com, by calling 1-800-298-4200 or in person at the Liacouras Center box office.
BOXERS JULIO CESAR CHAVEZ AND ANTONIO MARGARITO SCHEDULED TO MEET FANS IN LAS VEGAS
Adult consumers in Las Vegas will have the chance to be a part of the excitement surrounding the bout between Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto at the MGM Grand on Saturday, November 14 through an exclusive autograph and photo session with Top Rank champions.
Scheduled to appear as part of Cerveza Tecate’s Mobile Boxing Ring promotion are Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez and Top Rank boxer Antonio Margarito.
Piolin, the celebrated radio personality, will also be on-hand to entertain the fans with his hilarious antics during the live show.
“A Fight To Remember” A Tribute To The Great Octavius C. James
Highly Anticipated Returns Scheduled Along With A Rematch And Professional Debut
November 10 (Merrillville, In) – One In A Million Boxing, Inc. and the world lost a great person on July 24 of this year in Octavius James, but at “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James” O.I.A.M.B. has chance to continue the dream that its former C.E.O. had for his company.
“I can’t put into words exactly how much Octavius James impacted my life and the world of boxing,” said current C.E.O. Tyree Ortiz of his relationship with James. “That’s why this night is for him and everyone is on board to make this the most spectacular fight night possible for someone that was truly One In A Million.”
The 36 year-old Gary, Ind. native help build one of the elite boxing promotions in the world through his grit and determination and that hasn’t been lost on his former fighters.
“We know how hard he worked to make this all possible for us to have such an incredible stage to showcase our talents,” said Jimmy “The Fighting School Teacher” Holmes of James. Holmes and Derrick “Superman” Findley will be highlighting a night to remember Octavius James as the Co-Main Events.
Ruben “Modern Day Warrior” Galvan, David Martin (pro debut), Angel Hernandez vs. Reggie Nash, Michael “Quiet Assassin” Parker, “Marvelous” Shay Mobley vs. Cedric Johnson and “The Fighting Marine” Chris Govan vs. Meegal Harper round out this spectacular undercard.
The V.I.P. Hot Seat Events were an incredible success and after winning the Nintendo Wii tournaments the Ultimate Fight Experience has been won by Josh Allen at Cagne’s in Hobart, Adam Jovanich at Boundary Waters in Demotte, Sean Sohaski at BW3’s in Merrillville, Alex Jovanich at Langel’s in Highland, and Jordan Prudin at BW3’s in Valparaiso.
Tickets for “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James” are on sale now and can be purchased at VIP $100 and general admission $30. All VIP seating will consist of a 10 person table with an exclusive and extravagant champagne toast for James.
The Radisson is located at I-65 & US 30 in Merrillville, IN. Doors open at 7 p.m. The first bout is scheduled at 8 p.m. and for more ticket information or fight night events please visit us at our new knockout website and leave us some feedback: www.oneinamillionboxing.com. Or by calling (866) 438-7372. Tickets for this special night of boxing are limited, so make sure to get yours now.