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Unbeaten Prospect Miguel Cruz Drops Alex Martin Twice On His Way to Unanimous Decision

Unbeaten Prospect Miguel Cruz Drops Alex Martin Twice On His Way to Unanimous Decision in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions
TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 & BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes Tuesday Night From Sands Bethlehem Events Center in Bethlehem, Pa.

 

Clarence Booth Scores Fourth Round TKO Over Anthony Mercado

in Welterweight Battle

 

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BETHLEHEM, PA.
(June 28, 2017) –
Miguel Cruz (16-0, 11 KOs) earned a unanimous decision to defeat Alex Martin
(13-2, 5 KOs) and remained unbeaten in a welterweight rematch that headlined
Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES
on FOX Deportes Tuesday night from Sands Bethlehem Events Center in Bethlehem, Pa.

 

After winning a split-decision against Martin in their January showdown, Cruz kept his perfect record intact by scoring two knockdowns before getting the decision in their 10-round matchup.

 

“I honestly didn’t feel great in our first fight and when I re-watched it, I thought Martin won,” said Cruz. “That made me train ever harder than ever to prove that I have the skills and power to
compete at the world class level, and I think I did that tonight.”

 

Cruz got off to a fast start by landing a huge left hook that caught Martin and dropped him late in the first round. Martin was able to get to his feet and recover just before the bell sounded to
end the round.

 

Martin kept trying to work on the inside but Cruz was determined to push back and consistently landed with big power shots. Another left hook in round four sent Martin to the mat again, although he
appeared less effected than during the first knockdown.

 

“I was fighting his fight tonight,” said Martin. “I just didn’t put on my best performance. The first knockdown was a real knockdown but the second knockdown he hit me in the back of the head.”

 

Round five saw Martin begin to box more effectively, landing several right hands before a left hook landed low, sending Cruz to the canvas and causing referee Gary Rosato to halt the bout while Cruz
recovered.

 

When the action resumed Martin continued to turn the tide of the fight. His movement was very effective and his success with the left hand was consistent throughout rounds five through eight.

 

“Martin was super tough,” said Cruz. “I didn’t think he would make it out of the second round but he definitely gave me problems. I was trying to stop him.”

 

Down on the scorecards because of the early knockdowns, Martin’s comeback effort came up short as Cruz was able to hold Martin off in the final two rounds on his way to earning the decision in the
eyes of all three judges by the score of 96-92.

 

“I knew I was getting back into the fight but I’m not making any excuses tonight,” said Martin. “He won the fight fair and square, congratulations to him.”

 

“I trained for Martin like he was the champion of the world and that’s how I’m going to train for every fight of my career,” said Cruz. “It was a tremendous fight, I’m glad I got the victory. I just
want to go back to Puerto Rico and celebrate my birthday tomorrow.”

 

Additional televised action saw
Clarence Booth (15-3, 8 KOs) stop Puerto Rico’s Anthony Mercado (10-3, 9 KOs) in the fourth round of their welterweight contest.

 

The taller Mercado had success early in the fight while Booth tried to work his way inside and attack the body. Mercado landed a pair of clean right hands in each of the first two rounds that appeared
to daze Booth.

 

“He was a tough fighter,” said Booth. “I needed to get loose for the first couple rounds. I was tense in the beginning.”

 

Fighting out of St. Petersburg, Florida, Booth was able to weather the storm in the first two rounds and began to turn the tide in round three with a clean right hand that staggered Mercado.

 

Booth kept the momentum going and quickly put Mercado on the canvas with a pair of right hands in the fourth round. Mercado was able to get to his feet but eventually Booth broke through again and
stunned Mercado with more right hands. The final flurry prompted referee Eric Dali to call a halt to the bout 1:30 into the fourth frame.

 

“I had a couple of tough losses, but now I am on a major comeback,” said Booth. “I’m so happy to have this opportunity on television and I made the best of it. My
promoter Marshall Kauffman and King’s Promotions will get me great opportunities in the future.”

 

“He hit me with a good shot,” said Mercado. “He jabbed and came with a right hand that I didn’t see coming. I will be back even better

Rising Contender Yordenis Ugas to Face Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara on Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 

Rising Contender Yordenis Ugas to Face Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara on Premier Boxing Champions
TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 & BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes Tonight, April 25 From Fitz Tunica Casino & Hotel in Tunica, Mississippi

 

TUNICA, MS (April 25, 2017) – Welterweight contender
Yordenis Ugas (18-3, 8 KOs) will battle Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara (17-7-4, 9 KOs) in the 10-round match on
Premier Boxing Champions
TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS
on FS1 and
BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes tonight, April 25 from the
Fitz Tunica Casino & Hotel in Tunica, Mississippi.

 

In old school boxing tradition, Ugas steps in to fight on one day’s notice after Lara was overweight for his scheduled super lightweight bout with Mario
Barrios, who declined to go forward with the match.
 The bout between Ugas and Lara will now be contested at the super welterweight limit.

 

Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features a 10-round matchup of exciting welterweights as once-beaten
Oscar Molina (13-1-1, 10 KOs) takes on Georgia’s Levan Ghvamichava
(17-3-1, 13 KOs) in a 10-round showdown.

 

Ugas returned from a two-year layoff last August and has looked sensational in defeating undefeated prospects Jamal James by decision and Bryant Perrella by fourth-round stoppage. Most recently,
Ugas earned a decision in an exciting clash with Ghvamichava on FS1 and FOX Deportes in February.  A highly-decorated Cuban amateur, Ugas picked up a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympics and also owns gold medals from the 2005 World Amateur Championships and
2007 Pan American Games. Now fighting out of Miami, the 30-year-old looks to further establish his credentials for a world title shot.

 

Originally from Nicaragua but now fighting out of Costa Rica, Lara was unbeaten in 17 of his first 18 pro fights after turning pro in 2004. Lara enters this bout having won his last two contests
by stoppage including his most recent triumph in March. Lara will fight in the U.S. for the third time as a pro in a career that has seen him enter the ring in six different countries

Lightweight Contenders Ivan Redkach & Argenis Mendez Clash in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions 

“El Terremoto” Hits The Valley!

 

Lightweight Contenders Ivan Redkach & Argenis Mendez Clash in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 & BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on
FOX Deportes Tuesday, May 2

At Sportsmen’s Lodge Event Center in Studio City, California

Tickets on Sale Now!

 

STUDIO CITY, CA. (April 18, 2017) – Exciting lightweight prospects collide as 

Ivan Redkach (20-2-1, 16 KOs) battles former world champion 


Argenis Mendez (23-5-1, 12 KOs) in a 10-round showdown that headlines 

Premier Boxing Champions

TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on 

FS1 and 

BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on 


FOX Deportes Tuesday, May 2 from the world famous Sportsmen’s Lodge Event Center in Studio
City, California promoted by featherweight world champion and fan favorite Leo Santa Cruz’s Last Round Promotions.

 

Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features
unbeaten super bantamweight prospect Brandon Figueroa (11-0, 8 KOs) battling Mexico’s
Luis Saavedra (7-2, 3 KOs) in an eight-round bout and the cousin of three-division world champion Leo Santa Cruz, Antonio Santa Cruz (5-2, 2 KOs) taking on Mexico’s
Arturo Torres (7-5-1, 2 KOs) in a six-round bantamweight fight.

 

Tickets for the live event promoted by Last Round Promotions are priced at $35, $55 and $105, and are on sale now. To purchase tickets visit www.eventbrite.com
or call (818) 817-8001.

 

“I’m so excited about promoting this show, because I love great boxing and great fans and everyone knows that LA has some of the best,” said Santa Cruz. “Ivan Redkach and Argenis Mendez are always up for a fight. Mendez wants to get back in the championship
ranks and Redkach wants to get to that same level. That makes for a good match. It’s also exciting for me to be able to work on a promotion with my family, the fighters from our gym and to be able to help my cousin, Antonio, launch his career.”

 

“I’m very thankful for this opportunity to fight Argenis Mendez,” said Redkach. “He is a solid fighter, a professional and on May 2, we’ll both be ready to put on a show for our fans. I know that this victory will lead to even bigger fights. I’m very
thankful to FS1, FOX Deportes and my friend Leo Santa Cruz for making this happen.”

 

“As a former world champion, I know that these are the kinds of fights that I have to win to stay in contention for another championship,” said Mendez. “Ivan Redkach is a tough fighter, but I will be prepared for victory on May
2.”

 

It will be a family affair as Leo’s father, Jose, and brother, Antonio, will work the corner for several of the fighters on the card that train at Who’s Next Boxing Academy in City of Industry, and former world champion Omar Figueroa will be on hand to
cheer for his brother Brandon.

 

Originally from Ukraine but now training in California with Jose Santa Cruz, Redkach most recently scored an eighth-round stoppage of Demond Brock in January in Las Vegas. A pro since 2009, the 31-year-old Redkach was unbeaten in his first 18 pro fights
before dropping a contest to former world champion Dejan Zlaticanin. In his last appearance on FS1 & FOX Deportes last April, Redkach fought to a split-draw in a back and forth contest against Puerto Rican contender Luis Cruz.

 

A 2004 Olympian for the Dominican Republic, Mendez lives and trains out of Brooklyn as he seeks a world title in a second weight class. The 30-year-old won his world title with a knockout victory over Juan Carlos Salgado in 2013 and defeated former world
champion Miguel Vazquez in his second fight as a lightweight in 2015.

 

The 20-year-old Brandon Figueroa turned pro in May of 2015 by defeating Hector Gutierrez and followed that up by stopping Ricardo Mena, Ramiro Ruiz and Francisco Muro to close out the year. The Weslaco-native has stayed busy in 2016, picking up six victories,
including five by way of stoppage before starting 2017 with a fourth-round stoppage of Raul Chirino in February.

 

Fighting out of San Luis Potosi, Mexico Saavedra made his U.S. debut in November of last year, winning a six round decision over Josue Morales in Texas. A pro since 2014, Saavedra won four of his first five fights and has never been stopped in nine bouts
heading into his television debut on May 2.

 

Part of the fighting Santa Cruz family, the 20-year-old Santa Cruz enters this fight on a four-bout winning streak including a 2017 debut that saw him win a unanimous decision over Victor Torres in January. A pro since 2015, Santa Cruz fights out of San
Gabriel, California and will look to make it five straight wins on May 2.

 

The 21-year-old Torres enters this fight a five-bout winning streak including three victories in 2016. The fighter out of Tlajomulca, Jalisco, Mexico most recently scored a second round knockout of Rafael Rivera last November in California. He will fight
for the fourth time in the U.S. on May 2, having never lost stateside

Unbeaten Rising Contender Mario Barrios Battles Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara in Main Event of of Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 
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Unbeaten Rising Contender Mario Barrios Battles Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara in Main Event of of Premier Boxing Champions
TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 & BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes Tuesday, April 25

From Fitz Tunica Casino & Hotelin Tunica, Mississippi

 

Plus! 2012 Mexican
Olympian Oscar Molina Takes on Exciting Welterweight Levan Ghvamichava in Co-Main Event

 

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TUNICA, MS
(April 11, 2017) – Undefeated rising contender
Mario Barrios (18-0, 10 KOs) will face Nicaragua’s Nelson Lara (17-7-4, 9 KOs) in a 10-round super lightweight attraction that headlines
Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS
on FS1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes Tuesday, April 25 from the
Fitz Tunica Casino & Hotel in Tunica, Mississippi.

 

Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features a 10-round matchup of exciting welterweights as once-beaten
Oscar Molina (13-1-1, 10 KOs) takes on Georgia’s Levan Ghvamichava
(17-3-1, 13 KOs) in a 10-round showdown.

 

“I’m excited to be back on FS1 and FOX Deportes for this fight,” said Barrios. “This is a great platform for young fighters to show their talents
and that’s what I plan on doing April 25. Everyone tune-in to see me put on a great performance and for an exciting night of fights from Tunica.”

 

“I’m very excited to fight once again in the U.S. and on FS1 and FOX Deportes,” said Lara. “I’m grateful to TGB Promotions for the opportunity. Mario Barrios is a very skilled,
young, undefeated prospect, however I have faced much better competition and will be well prepared for victory on April 25.”

 

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions, start at $20 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased through the Fitz Gift Shop or Ticketmaster at
www.Ticketmaster.com
or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

 

“This show epitomizes what the Premier Boxing Champions series on FS1 and FOX Deportes is all about – young, hungry boxers making the climb to the top,” said
Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “We’ve watched Mario Barrios grow up in the ring. His fight against tough veteran Nelson Lara represents another big step in his progression. Oscar Molina is shifting from 154 pounds to 147 pounds and will face one of
the toughest challenges of his career when he takes on rugged Levan Ghvamichava. This is a fan-friendly card that promises plenty of excitement.”

 

Standing more than six feet tall, the 21-year-old Barrios won his first 12-round fight last July when he defeated Devis Boschiero after winning seven times in a busy 2015 campaign.
The San-Antonio native followed up that victory with stoppage wins over Claudio Rosendo Tapia last December and Yardley Suarez in March to run his record to a perfect 18 wins in his first 18 pro starts.

 

Originally from Nicaragua but now fighting out of Costa Rica, Lara was unbeaten in 17 of his first 18 pro fights after turning pro in 2004. Lara enters this bout having won his
last two contests by stoppage including his most recent triumph in March. Lara will fight in the U.S. for the third time as a pro in a career that has seen him enter the ring in six different countries.

 

Molina, of Norwalk, Calif., just east of Los Angeles, was a 2012 Mexican Olympian who tore through his opposition after turning professional in
2013, registering knockouts in 10 of his 14 fights.  The 27-year-old fought 10-round draw with Dominque Dolton last year before losing an exciting contest against 154-pound world champion Jarrett Hurd. Now fighting at 147-pounds, Molina will look to climb
the ranks in his new division.

 

Ghvamichava returns to the ring in Tunica after a dropping a split decision to top contender Yordenis Ugas in February. Priot to that, the 31-year-old had delivered a sensational
knockout of Breidis Prescott last July. Trained by Virgil Hunter in California, Ghvamichava is originally from Poti, Georgia. He carried a five-fight winning streak from 2014 to 2015 that included wins over previously

Marcos Hernandez Training Camp Quotes & Photos 



Undefeated Prospect Meets Once-Beaten Kyrone Davis in Showdown Featured on Premier Boxing Champions 

TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 & 

BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes Tuesday, March 28 From Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino in Nice, California

 

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NICE, CALIF.
(March 23, 2017) – Unbeaten prospect Marcos Hernandez will look to keep his perfect record intact when he battles once-beaten Kyrone Davis in action featured on Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes, Tuesday, March 28 from Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino in Nice, California.

 

Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and is headlined by undefeated prospect
Leduan Barthelemy battling the Dominican Republic’s Reynaldo Blanco in a 10-round super featherweight contest.

 

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions, start at $20 and are on sale now. To purchase tickets, call the players club at (707) 262-4000.

 

Here is what Hernandez had to say about his training camp, his showdown with Davis and more:

 

On his current training camp:

“Like always, training camp has been tough. My team and I put in a lot of hard work. I have some great sparring in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, with some top-level guys.  I know all
the hard work will pay off on fight night.  There are a couple of more days left before we wrap camp up.  All in all, it’s been a great camp.”

 

On facing Kyrone Davis:

“Kyrone Davis is a very good fighter with a lot of skill.  He’s never been knocked out so I know he has a good chin.  This is a fight where the winner will get another opportunity to take his career to another level.  We have a nice game plan that we will impose on Davis.  I must take control from the first round and make my adjustments from there.”

 

On making his third appearance on FS1:

“I’m very happy to be back fighting on FS1. This will be my third consecutive time fighting on TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS and I can’t wait.  I know a lot of my fans back home in Fresno will be tuning in.  I just want to bring another exciting fight to the fans.”

 

On fighting at the Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino:

“I like fighting up at the Robinson Rancheria Casino.  Being that this will be my third fight up there, I’ve developed a bit of a fan base with the local fans.  The venue is nice and
the fans are up close so it can get loud in there.  I enjoy putting on a great show for everyone in attendance.”

 

On making his 2017 debut:

“I’ve eagerly been waiting to get back in the ring since I last fought in September.  I want to make a statement being that this is my first fight in 2017.  I know if I keep winning I’ll
be back in the ring with the stakes much higher

Undefeated Leduan Barthelemy Meets the Dominican Republic’s Reynaldo Blanco in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1

Undefeated Leduan Barthelemy Meets the Dominican Republic’s Reynaldo Blanco in Main Event of Premier Boxing Champions

TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS
on FS1 &

BOXEO DE CAMPEONES
on FOX Deportes Tuesday, March 28

 

Plus! Unbeaten Marcos Hernandez Takes on Kyrone Davis in Super Welterweight Showdown and

Exciting Prospect Malcolm McCallister Enters the Ring All Live From

Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino in Nice, California

 

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NICE, CALIF.
(March 21, 2017) – Unbeaten Cuban prospect
Leduan Barthelemy (12-0, 6 KOs) will square-off against Reynaldo Blanco
(14-3, 8 KOs) in a 10-round super featherweight contestthat headlines Premier Boxing Champions
TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on FS1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES on FOX Deportes, Tuesday, March 28 from Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino in Nice, California.

 

Televised coverage begins at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT and features exciting unbeaten
Marcos Hernandez (9-0, 2 KOs) facing once-beaten Kyrone Davis (11-1, 5 KOs) in a 10-round super welterweight contest while undefeated prospect
Malcolm McCallister (8-0, 8 KOs) competes in a six-round middleweight fight.

 

“I’m very grateful to be headlining on FS1 and FOX Deportes,” said Barthelemy. “My opponent is very durable and has never been stopped. I know he’s determined to
win this fight, but so am I.  I’m well prepared to go the distance if need be, but if I have him hurt, I’m going for the knockout.  I’m going to dictate the pace with my game plan from the opening bell. Everyone should tune-in for a great night of fights!”

 

“I’m coming to get this win and ruin his record,” said Blanco. “I’m very grateful for the opportunity and I’m training hard in camp so that I’m ready for anything Barthelemy brings. I’ll leave it
all in the ring and I believe I have what it takes to get the victory.”

 

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions, start at $20 and are on sale now. To purchase tickets, call the players club at (707) 262-4000.

 

The youngest brother of two-division world champion Rances and Olympic gold medalist Yan, Barthelemy picked up four victories in 2016 and started his 2017 campaign with a victory over Jesus Aguinaga.
The 27-year-old fights out of Las Vegas by way of Cuba and will return to fight at the same venue where he defeated Ricardo Nunez last September and Pedro Melo last March. 

 

Born in Nagua, Dominican Republic, Blanco lives and trains in Puerto Rico and most recently scored a second-round knockout of Gustavo Rodriguez in December 2016. The 29-year-old has fought professionally
since 2012 and picked up a regional lightweight belt last January with a victory over previously unbeaten Angel Luis Ocasio and followed it up by winning the Dominican Republic lightweight title over previously undefeated Mario Beltre.

 

Unbeaten since turning pro in 2013, Hernandez has been triumphant in his last two appearances, both at the Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino. He defeated previously unbeaten Thomas Hill in an exciting
brawl in July of last year and he followed that up with a dominant performance over once-beaten Antonio Urista in September. The 23-year-old fights out of Fresno, California and picked up three victories in 2015.

 

A two-time amateur National Champion fighting out of Wilmington, Delaware, Davis turned pro in 2014 after a stellar amateur career. Now 22-years-old, he earned wins in his first 10 starts before dropping
a competitive contest to then unbeaten Junior Castillo in April. A two-time Pennsylvania Golden Gloves champion, Davis bounced back in his last outing with a dominant third-round stoppage of Carlos Gabriel Ozan in November.

 

Fighting out of Long Beach, California, McCallister turned pro in December 2014 and has knocked out every opponent he’s faced. The 26-year-old stayed busy in 2015 as he earned five victories before
winning twice more in 2016. His last bout was also featured on FS1 and FOX Deportes as McCallister beat Gilberto Pereira dos Santos by seventh-round TKO at Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino.

UNDEFEATED RISING STAR MIGUEL FLORES GIVES TRAINING CAMP UPDATE BEFORE SHOWDOWN WITH MARIO BRIONES

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FEATHERWEIGHT SHOWDOWN HEADLINES PBC TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS ON FS1 & BOXEO DE CAMPEONES ON FOX DEPORTES TUESDAY, JANUARY 12 FROM THE DANCEHALL IN SAN ANTONIO.

HOUSTON, TX (January 6, 2016) As he enters the final week of training camp, Houston’s undefeated featherweight star, Miguel Flores (18-0, 9 KOs), took time during camp to give his thoughts on his upcoming showdown with Mario Briones (27-4-2, 20 KOs).  The scheduled 10-round bout will serve as the main event on Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS and BOXEO DE CAMPEONESFOX Deportes on January 12 from the Dancehall in San Antonio (11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT).

Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by Leija Battah Promotions, are priced at $100, $70, $38 and $20 and $650 for VIP tables, $260 for balcony tables and $200 for stage tables, before taxes and fees and are on sale now. To purchase tickets call Leija Battah Promotions at (210) 979-3302, visit http://www.leijabattahpromo.com/tickets or buy online at http://lbtickets.ticketleap.com/.

Here is what Flores had to say about training, his opponent and more:

On his relationship with longtime coach Aaron Navarro:

“Aaron is an unbelievable coach and mentor.  I’ve been with him since I first laced up a pair of gloves at age 8.  He knows how to push me while getting the best out of what God has blessed me with. Together we make a great team and I have a great deal of respect for him.  He’s one of the best trainers in boxing.”

On fighting in the main event on TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS:

“This is another wonderful opportunity for me to show everyone that I can fight at the top level.  I’m very grateful to FOX Sports for showcasing me in the main event.  Anyone who’s seen me fight knows I like to fight toe-to-toe.  Against Briones, it will be no different.  I’m coming to bring an exciting fight to everyone who’ll be watching.”

On his current training camp:

“Training camp is never fun.  The grind is grueling but well worth it when I look back on all the hard work, especially when I’m victorious. I had a tremendous amount of good sparring with some very good fighters.  In addition, I’m in great shape, and I’m prepared to go the distance if the fight goes into the later rounds. I’m very hungry and my goal to win a world title is not far away.”

On his matchup with Mexico’s Mario Briones:

“Anytime you’re up against a fighter from Mexico you know you’re in for a tough fight.  Briones is a veteran of over 30 fights so I know he’s got some tricks up his sleeve.  I’m expecting a very rugged fight but one I feel I can win.  The fans are going to see a classic Mexican war.”

On fighting in his home state of Texas:

“Being that I’m from Houston, I love fighting in Texas where all my family and friends can attend and watch me fight.  San Antonio is not that far away from home so I’m expecting a nice hometown crowd to be there in the stands.  I’m looking to make a statement and represent Texas to the fullest.”

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MARIO BARRIOS FACES STIFF  TEST IN STEP UP FIGHT AGAINST ENRIQUE TINOCO

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AUSTIN, TX (November 8, 2015 ) Undefeated super-featherweight sensation, Mario Barrios (12-0, 7 KOs), has an opponent named for his upcoming bout this Tuesday November 10, 2015 at the Austin City Music Hall in Austin, Texas.  Barrios, who’ll be making his Premier Boxing Champions (PBC)Fox Sports 1 debut, steps in the ring with Enrique Tinoco (15-2-2, 11 KOs), his toughest test as a professional fighter. 

Riding a 4-fight winning streak, all coming by way of knockout, Tinoco is a major step up in class for Barrios.  Tinoco has victories over three undefeated fighters, two of which had 14-0 records.  With a tough test ahead of him, Barrios give his thoughts on his matchup with Tinoco.

“I’ve had a great camp and I’m well prepared for this difficult challenge,” said Barrios who resides in San Antonio, Texas. “I’m ready to fight the best possible opponents out there.  I know Tinoco is dangerous, but so am I.  These are the type of fights that I must win to take my career to the next level and I can’t wait to let my hands go.  I love the fact that I’m fighting this tough of an opponent this early in my career.  It’s only going to make me better.”

Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on Fox Sports 1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONESFOX Deportes will air the event live beginning at 9 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. PT.  In the main-event, Alejandro “Cobrita” Gonzalez Jr. (25-2-2, 15 KOs) will meet Karim Guerfi (22-3, 6 KOs) in a 10-round Bantamweight bout.

Tickets priced at $125, $85, $75, $45 and $25, not including applicable fees, for this live event, which is promoted by Leija*Battah Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased by calling Leija*Battah Promotions at 210-979-3302.  Tickets can also be purchased at the Austin City Music Hall box office.

MARIO BARRIOS RETURNS NOV 10 IN AUSTIN, TX

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SAN ANTONIO, TX (October 28, 2015 ) Rising star, undefeated super-featherweight Mario Barrios (12-0, 7 KOs), is scheduled to make his way back to the ring on November 10, 2015 at the Austin City Music Hall in Austin, Texas. Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS Fox Sports 1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES FOX Deportes will air the event live beginning at 9 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. PT.  In the main-event, Alejandro “Cobrita” Gonzalez Jr. (25-2-2 15 KO) will meet Karim Guerfi (22-3, 6 KOs) in a 10-round Bantamweight bout.  Barrios, who’s 8-round will be part of the telecast, will face an opponent TBA.

While waiting for an opponent to be announced, Barrios, headed to the San Francisco Bay Area to get some work in with lead cornerman, Bob Santos. 

“Since I’ve been out here I’ve learned a lot working with Bob Santos,” said Mario Barrios. “Santos has a lot of experience working with top level fighters and he’s showing me new things to help me get better.  There’s a lot of little things that we’ve been working on that make a tremendous amount of difference when I’m in the ring.  I’m using different footwork while improving on my defense, things like that.”

Back in San Antonio, Barrios trains with his father Martin, who’s been with him since the amateurs when he started boxing at age 9.  They’ve come along way together and have a special bond.

“My dad has always been there for me,” Barrios continued. “In addition to teaching me how to be a man, he taught me how to box and stay out of trouble.  It’s tough finding sparring sometimes, but he’s always there to make the necessary sacrifices to get someone. He understands what it’s going to take for me to take my career to the next level, and I appreciate him for that.  Together we make a very strong team.”

Barrios, who lives in nearby San Antonio, Texas, knows how important it will be to shine on national television.  With a huge crowd expected to show support, Barrios is ready to his mark in the super-featherweight division.

“With this fight being shown on Fox Sports, I know it’s my time to show everyone in my division, including those who will be watching on television, why I’ve worked so hard to get to this position.” Mario Barrios concluded. “A lot of close friends and family will be there is show support, so I’m coming with everything I got.  I don’t care who the opponent is, I’ll be ready to impress.”

Tickets priced at $125, $85, $75, $45 and $25, not including applicable fees, for this live event, which is promoted by Leija*Battah Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased by calling Leija*Battah Promotions at 210-979-3302.  Tickets can also be purchased at the Austin City Music Hall box office.

MIGUEL FLORES RETURNS TUESDAY NOV 10 IN AUSTIN, TX

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HOUSTON, TX (October 27, 2015 ) Undefeated featherweight, Miguel Flores (17-0, 8 KOs), is looking forward to making his ring return against Alfred Tetteh (23-4-1, 20 KOs) on November 10, 2015 at the Austin City Music Hall in Austin, Texas.   The 10-round bout will serve as the co-feature to Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. vs. Karim Guerfi, a Premier Boxing Champions main event.  Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) TOE-TO-TOE TUESDAYS on Fox Sports 1 and BOXEO DE CAMPEONES FOX Deportes will air live beginning at 9 p.m.6 p.m.

Coming off an impressive fourth round TKO against Carlos Padilla in his last bout, Flores will look to extend on his unbeaten record.  Hailing from Houston, Texas, Flores wants to capitalize on his televised fight, in front of his home state fans. 

“I’m very grateful for the opportunity to be fighting on Fox Sports in Texas, where I will have a lot of family and friends in attendance.” said rising star Miguel Flores. “As a fighter, you always want to impress, especially when you fight on national television.  I have a Mexican fighting style and there will definitely be moments in this fight where we’ll be going toe-to-to, which is fitting for the event.  The fans are going to see a lot of action.  I’m bringing my best.”

Tickets priced at $125 and $25, not including applicable fees, for this live event, which is promoted by Leija*Battah Promotions, are on sale now and can be purchased by calling Leija*Battah Promotions at 210-979-3302.  Tickets can also be purchased at the Austin City Music Hall box office.