Former world champion Ishe Smith will take on Frank Galarza on September 16 at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, according to Dan Rafael of espn.com.
“I’m the type to always stay in good condition, so I will be ready to get in on fight night,” Smith said. “I’m deep into training, and I’m planning on delivering a great hard fight for all the fans to enjoy. I’m focused on this fight, but my goal is to get the world title back.”
The card, which is being promoted by Floyd Mayweather’s Mayweather Promotions and was announced Tuesday, will also feature junior middleweight Chris Pearson (14-1, 10 KOs) taking on Justin DeLoach (15-1, 8 KOs) in the 10-round co-feature.
“I feel great, and I’m ready for a chance to redeem myself,” Galarza said. “I know Ishe is an experienced fighter, but this is a shot for me to get back to the top level. I can’t wait to show the boxing world what I am made of.”
“I’m familiar with my opponent, and I’m treating this like a world title fight,” Pearson said. “I feel like getting this victory will put me right at the top of the division. We’re both hungry and want to prove that we have what it takes to be world champions. I’m preparing to be at my very best because of the caliber of fight this is.”
“I’m very excited to get back in the ring against a good opponent. This has been a great year for me, and it seems to keep getting better,” said DeLoach, who has beaten undefeated opponents in his past two fights. “I’m looking forward to a great fight and heading to Las Vegas to handle my business. I’m fighting for my whole city, my family and my fans. I won’t let them down.”
