“Pitufo” Diaz ready to for world title shot in July
Total focus. Undefeated Puerto Rican contender Christopher “Pitufo” Diaz has only one goal on his mind: become a world champion. During a press conference held on Thursday afternoon at ‘The Island of Enchantment’, Díaz guaranteed that on July 28 he will leave the Kissimmee Civic Center as world champion. On that night, in front of
“Pitufo” Diaz fights for WBO junior lightweight title July 28th
Christopher “Pitufo” Diaz wants to add his name to the storied list of Puerto Rican world champions. He will get that chance July 28 at the Kissimmee Civic Center, when he squares off against Masayuki Ito for the vacant World Boxing Organization (WBO) junior lightweight title. And, in the 10-round co-feature, undefeated
Boxing Recap: Jose Ramirez World Champion, Estrada GBP debut and KOs
My parents are proudly Mexicans, I proudly carry their blood. I’m first generation, I am a USA Olympian, I’m a World Champion, but most important I’m pro immigrant and Proud. This fight was dedicated to all the hard working immigrants who deserve peace and opportunity to chase the American dream.
Jose Ramirez, Amir Imam make weight for New York City clash
Tomorrow live from the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, the vacant WBC super lightweight title is on the line as Jose Ramirez of Avenal, CA takes on Amir Imam on ESPN at 5 PM PST/ 8 PM EST. The bout will be the
Jose Ramirez vs. Amir Imam Media Day Quotes
World title challengers Jose Ramirez and Amir Imam, and undefeated Irish featherweight sensation Michael Conlan, worked out for the media in advance of a special St. Patrick’s Day world title extravaganza, Saturday, March 17, at The Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden. Ramirez and Imam will challenge for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Lightweight
Braulio Rodriguez signs with El Matador Management
Dominican Featherweight prospect, Braulio Rodriguez (19-2, 17KO’s), makes his return to the ring on Saturday, March 17th, 2018 against Christopher Diaz (22-0, 14KO’s) from Barranquitas, Puerto Rico. The ten-round bout will take place at Madison Square Garden Theater in New York, New York and will be for the WBO-NABO Super Featherweight title. The show will be promoted by Top Rank.
Boxing Weekend Preview: Jose Ramirez title shot, Estrada headlines ESPN2
Ramirez gets crack at a world title Jose Ramirez, the fighter from the same town of Avenal, CA, who became a 2012 U.S. Olympian, now will set his sights on a world title as he fights in New York City at The Theater in Madison Square Garden on March 17th.
Christopher Diaz vs. Casey Ramos co-main event to Lomachenko vs. Rigondeaux
The biggest fight to end the year, Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Casey Ramos, just got some added support as Christoper Diaz is moving up to 130 lbs. to fight Casey Ramos, who is on a brief winning streak after losing to Andy Vences for a version of the WBC title. This
Lomachenko-Marriaga fight August 5th in LA, Nor Cal fighters on undercard
WBO super featherweight championVasyl Lomachenko (8-1, 6 KOs) and widely considered one of the best boxers in the sport today will defend his title against one of the most dangerous foes in the division Miguel Marriaga (25-2, 21 KOs) in a 12-round bout from the Mircosoft Theatre in Los Angeles, CA,
Verdejo less than thrilling in return victory
Number one contender to the WBO lightweight title Felix “El Diamante” Verdejo (21-0, 15 KOs) picked up a ten round decision over Oliver Flores (27-4-2, 17 KOs) on Friday night in front of 7,143 boxing fans at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The performance was alright