London (5th July 2011) After his win against David Haye on Saturday night Dr Steelhammer IBF/WBA/World Boxing Organization (WBO) heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko has now turned his attentions to heavyweight sensation Tyson Fury.
Manchester based undefeated 6ft 9in Fury who has previously trained alongside Klitschko under Emanuel Steward challenges the British and Commonwealth champion Dereck Chisora at Wembley Arena on Saturday 23rd July.
With limited options, Klitschko – who twice pulled out of voluntary defences against Dereck Chisora in the last eight months – is interested in the challenge the pair pose.
Wladimir said: “I tell you something. There is another fight between Dereck Chisora and Tyson Fury, two other British fighters that could be interesting for me.”
The “Big Brawl” is set to take place on Saturday 23rd July at Wembley Arena. The fight will be shown live on Channel 5.
Wach-McBride on 7/29
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (July 5, 2011) – Two former Olympians are prepared to stand toe-to-toe Friday, July 29th, 2011 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in a heavyweight title bout that could move the winner one step closer to boxing’s ultimate prize.
Undefeated Mariusz Wach (24-0, 12 KOs), who competed for his native Poland in the 2004 Olympics, will face former world-rated contender Kevin McBride (35-9-1, 29 KOs), a participant for Ireland in the 2002 Summer Games, in the 12-round main event of Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment & Sports’ “Heat Wave” show at Uncasville, Conn., with the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) International heavyweight championship on the line.
This heavyweight showdown is the first of two title fights July 29th; Elvin Ayala (23-5-1, 11 KOs) of New Haven, Conn., will battle former two-time world champion Israel “Pito” Cardona (36-10, 28 KOs) of Hartford in the 10-round co-feature for the vacant WBC U.S. National Boxing Council (USNBC) middleweight title, a belt once held by former world champions Paul Williams and Lamont Peterson. Tickets for “Heat Wave,” which are priced at $40, $65 and $105, are on sale starting today and can be purchased by calling CES at 401.724.2253/2254 or Ticketmaster at 1.800.745.3000.
The WBC International title is equally prestigious; among the former champions in the heavyweight division are: current World Boxing Association (WBA), World Boxing Organization (WBO), International Boxing Organization (IBO), International Boxing Federation (IBF) and The Ring Magazine champion Wladimir Klitschko, a two-time WBC International title-holder who beat David Haye this past Saturday in a heavyweight unification bout; Oliver McCall, who upset Lennox Lewis in 1994 to win the WBC world title; and former WBC world champion John Ruiz, who is famous for his trilogy against Evander Holyfield that included one win, one loss and a draw. David Tua, who beat Tony Tucker in 1997 for the WBO title, also held the WBC International belt early in his career, along with former WBC world champion Oleg Maskaev.
Since the inception of the WBC International title in 1987, nine of its 16 champions have gone on two win a major world title, a success rate of 56 percent.
“This is as good as it gets in heavyweight boxing,” said Burchfield, who recently signed Wach to a multi-year promotional agreement in conjunction with Global Boxing Promotions. “Unlike some of the recent world-title bouts in this division that failed to live up to the hype and ultimately disappointed the sport and its loyal fans, this will be a true heavyweight war.
“Some of the best heavyweights in boxing history have held this prestigious title, and that tradition will continue July 29th at the beautiful Mohegan Sun Arena. Mariusz is looking to carve his niche as the future of the heavyweight division, but Kevin is a cagey veteran with a ton of experience and will not back down without a challenge. This is what boxing needs – two hard-hitting heavyweights willing to take risks and leave it all in the ring. We’re proud to bring this fight to the fans who’ve been craving a real heavyweight showdown, and we’ve got an unbelievable undercard with tremendous national and local talent as well.”
Aside from becoming the youngest super heavyweight to compete in the Olympics, McBride is more famously known for ending Hall of Famer “Iron” Mike Tyson’s career in 2005. The two fought at the MCI Center in Washington, D.C., with McBride scoring a sixth-round knockout over the former undisputed heavyweight champion. McBride, who was born in Clones, Ireland, but now lives in Dorchester, Mass., retired after losing to Andrew Golota in 2007 before returning to the ring three years later. He recorded his 35th win by beating Franklin Egobi in 2010 and recently lost a unanimous decision to former cruiserweight world champion Tomasz Adamek, who will face Vitali Klitschko for the WBC heavyweight title in September.
This will be McBride’s third attempt at beating a Polish fighter – Golota and Adamek were born in Warsaw and Zywiec, respectively – though Wach represents a unique challenge. At 6-foot-7 ½ and 250 pounds, Wach is much bigger than Golota and arguably stronger than Adamek, who only has two knockouts in six fights since making the jump from cruiserweight to heavyweight. For both fighters, this title bout represents a preview of what the winner could see if he eventually steps into the ring with one of the Klitschko brothers; both Vitali and Wladimir are taller than 6-6 and routinely fight between 240 and 250 pounds.
Wach, 31, hasn’t fought since Feb. 19 in Newark, N.J., when he knocked out Jonathan Haggler in the third round to capture the WBC Baltic heavyweight title. Among Wach’s other notable wins are a fourth-round knockout win over Galen Brown on Nov. 12, 2010 in Lincoln, R.I., and a seventh-round TKO win over Eric Boose in July of 2008 on ESPN’s “Friday Night Fights” at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago.
With knockout victories in each of his last four fights, Wach represents a serious threat in the heavyweight division. He is currently training in North Bergen, N.J., and working with the well-known duo of Juan and Carlos De Leon. Juan De Leon formerly trained undefeated heavyweight “Baby” Joe Mesi while Carlos De Leon is a former four-time cruiserweight world champion.
The undercard of “Heat Wave” features Pawtucket, R.I., middleweight Thomas Falowo (3-0, 3 KOs) facing Russ Niggemyer (2-2, 2 KOs) of Hilliard, Ohio; New Haven welterweight Edwin Soto (6-0-1, 2 KOs) battling Jose Duran (6-5-2, 3 KOs) of Sarasota, Fla.; undefeated heavyweight Artur Spzilka of Poland (5-0, 3 KOs) facing Georgia native Tobias Rice (3-3, 2 KOs), and New Bedford, Mass., welterweight Johnathan Vazquez (4-0, 3 KOs) taking on Augustine Maurus of Lawrence, Mass., in Maurus’ debut. Cruiserweight Jose Torres of Springfield, Mass., will also make his debut, and super middleweight Keith Kozlin (6-2, 4 KOs) of Warwick, R.I., will face Woonsocket’s Reynaldo Rodriguez (5-2, 2 KOs) in a six-round intrastate showdown. All fights and fighters are subject to change.
Fans can also purchase tickets online at www.cesboxing.com, www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. For more information on “Heat Wave,” visit www.cesboxing.com or www.mohegansun.com. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the first bout scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
Kaliesha West Joins HG Boxing
A new jewel joins HG Boxing’s crown as President Hector Garcia is proud to announce that World Boxing Organization (WBO) bantamweight champion Kaliesha “Wild Wild” West (13-1-3, 4KOs) has joined the ranks of his illustrious company. West of Moreno Valley, CA, is ready to prove that beauty and talent can go hand in hand and is ready to defend her crown against the best that Mexico has to offer. She will make her debut with HG Boxing on August 20th in the semi main event where former champion Juan Carlos Salgado will go after the IBF super featherweight title versus Dominican Argenis Mendez.
At fourteen, West was crowned National Golden Gloves champion and after amassing a 98-10 amateur record with a number of accolades, turned pro at 18 defeating former British Olympian Suszanah Warner with a unanimous decision over four rounds.
After stringing ten consecutive wins, the opportunity for a regional title came versus Ava Knight who handed West her first loss in 2008. On the undercard of Sergio Mora versus Shane Mosley in Los Angeles, CA, West captured the WBO title by stopping Ana Gladney in seven rounds. In her first title defense last month, West faced Ava Knight once again walking away with the WBO strap around her waist after battling to a draw.
Two weeks ’till the Brighton Shore Fights
“Brighton Shore Fights” – great fights, a special super-star musical performance, celebrity appearances and much more. Don’t miss the hottest boxing event of the summer on July 20 at Oceana Ballroom in Brooklyn.
Will “Power” Rosinsky is making his return to the ring as he takes on though, experienced and upset minded Willis Lockett of Maryland. The four time Golden Gloves champion is training hard at New Legend Boxing gym in Queens. In addition to his accomplished boxing career, Will saves lives as NYC Emergency Medical Service (EMS) worker.
The undercard will showcase jr. middleweight prospect Boyd Melson. Boyd promises fireworks on July 20 and will surely impress his growing fan base. The US Army boxing team is expected to be on hand to cheer and support former four-time US Army champion. Under the tutelage of former world champion-turned-trainer Joey Gamache, Melson has put in countless hours in the gym honing his craft with the hopes of one day becoming recognized as a superstar both inside and outside of the ring.
“I have seen tremendous improvement in Boyd in the last two fights. He is a very talented fighter and sets an example inside and outside the ring. He also comes at a time when Jewish boxing fans are educated in the sport and are ready to follow and support a talented fighter looking to make a run to the top” said promoter and fellow Jewish fighter Dmitriy Salita.
American Heavyweight sensation Jerell Miller of Brooklyn, NY, has returned to the US after helping Wladimir Klitschko prepare for his unification bout against David Haye. Jerell is looking to keep his KO streak alive and promises an impressive victory in his hometown of Brooklyn. The undercard will have seven action packed fights. The show will have a special performance by Roosevelt “Big Frank” Thomas to add to the night’s atmosphere. Big Frank is a well-known figure in the music world as he has worked with stars like Spike Lee, G1 and Young Steff amongst many others.
Tickets are available at WWW.DSALITA.COM , by calling 646-481-5558
Tickets are priced at $40 for General Admission; $80 Ringside and $125 VIP.
WHEN:
July 20, 2011
Doors open: 6:00pm
First Bout: 7:00pm
Boxing main event: 10:15pm
WHERE:
Oceana Ballroom
1029 Brighton Beach Avenue
Brooklyn, NY