TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR MILLER VS. BROWNE HEAVYWEIGHT WAR AT AGENDA ARENA IN DUBAI ON SAT. MARCH 18
Tickets are on sale now for “Hardcore Boxing in Dubai,” featuring the potential fight of the year, a free-swinging heavyweight battle between undefeated New Yorker, Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller and dangerous former WBA (Regular) Heavyweight Champion Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne of Australia on Saturday, March 18, at Agenda Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
WBA #10 Miller (25-0-1, 21 KOs) and WBA #9 Browne (31-3, 27 KOs) will meet in the 10-round main event of a stacked night of world-class boxing presented by top-level international promoter Anatoly Sulyanov of Hardcore Boxing.
ATTENTION FANS IN DUBAI: Tickets to attend “Hardcore Boxing in Dubai” live can be purchased with cash, Unionpay and Mir cards at the Platinumlist office from 11:00 to 18:00 (Weekdays) at Office 413, 4th floor, Building 4, The Greens, Emaar Business Park, Dubai or online by clicking HERE.
In the night’s 10-round super featherweight co-feature, Dublin Ireland’s WBA #5- and IBF #11-rated former world title challenger Jono “King Kong” Carroll (23-2-1, 7 KOs) will face three-time world title challenger Miguel “The Scorpion” Marriaga (30-6, 26 KOs). Also highlighting the exciting action will be a 10-round heavyweight battle between fast-tracking former amateur star and Hardcore Boxing heavyweight champ Soslan “Cobra” Asbarov (3-0, 1 KO) of Chapaevo and once-beaten ex-champion WBO Global Champion Brandon “Bulletproof”Glanton (17-1, 14 KOs)
23-year-old Hardcore Fighting Championship MMA king Samat Abdyrakhmanov (1-0), originally of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, will have his second professional boxing match, a six-round middleweight battle against 28-year-old Nicolas David “Mazazo” Veron (10-9-1, 3 KOs) of Jose Leon Suarez, Buenos Aires, Argentina; and in an eight-round cruiserweight war, 31-year-old Kureysh Sagov (8-2, 4 KOs) of Cheremkhovo will take on Las Vegas via Kok-Janggak, Kyrgyzstan’s 30-year-old Ali Baloyev (12-1, 8 KOs).
Several more matches are scheduled between local and international prospects and their worthy opponents. On fight night, there is no smoking, parking is available and no cameras are permitted in the arena.
DAVID LIGHT EDGES CONTROVERSIAL WAR OF ATTRITION ON PROBOX TV: RESULTS FROM TAMPA, FL
The early rounds saw Light land solid clean work from the outside, but it was Glanton getting the better of the exchanges on the inside, and seemingly winning the rounds based on workrate alone.
As the fight progressed, the fight centered around the battle of the inside, with both men not looking to give an inch working on the inside. Light landed good shots, however, it was Glanton who was pushing the tempo, and seemingly having the more effective work, culminating in a tenth round knockdown.
Despite the knockdown, it was David Light. 20-0, 12KOs, who emerged with the split decision victory, with the judges scoring the fight 95-94, 97-92, 94-95, giving the New Zealander a somewhat surprising split decision victory. Glanton suffers the first loss of his career in controversial style, as he moves to 17-1, 14KOs.
Marques Valle moves to 7-0, 6KOs as the referee brought his contest to a halt at 2.22 of round number 2, disqualifying Luis Sanchez, now 9-4, 6KOs, due to persistent holding.
Canadian based Mohammed Soumaoro 12-1, 5KOs outmanned previously undefeated Jusiyah Shirley, 7-1, 6KOs, over 6 rounds, with the elder man showing he was physically stronger as he dominated the center of the ring, emerging with a unanimous decision victory. Cards read 60-54. 58-56, 59-55.
Top Rank’s Kelvin Davis opened the broadcast against previously undefeated Jalen Hill, with Davis showing his class prior to an apparent injury for Hill which caused the stoppage. Davis moves to 7-0 5KOs with a TKO victory at the time of 1.31 of round number 4. Hill drops to 5-1, 4KOs.
On the non televised portion of the card, the Puerto Rican duo of Jaycob Gomez and Jan Paul Rivera both recorded unanimous decision points victories.
Plant City, Florida, December 1, 2022. — In a battle of undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) top-ten ranked junior heavyweights (200 lbs.), Brandon Glanton and David Light will battle for Light’s WBO International Junior Heavyweight Title. It will take place at the White Sands Events Center in Plant City on Friday, December 2 and be streamed live on ProBoxTV.com and the ProBox TV app.
Brandon Glanton (200lbs) vs David Light (198.8lbs) – 10 Rounds – WBO Global Jr Heavyweight title (190 LBS.)
Chief support will see Tampa native Marques Valle battle it out against Puerto Rico’s Luis Sanchez over 6 rounds.
Marques Valle (153.6lbs) vs Luis Sanchez (153.4lbs) – 6 Rounds
Orlando’s Jusiyah Shirley faces still competition as he squares off against ambitious Canadian Mohamed Soumaoro.
Jusiyah Shirley (140lbs) vs Mohamed Soumaoro (140lbs) – 6 Rounds
Top Rank’s Kelvin Davis breaks camp with Terence Crawford as he features on the opening television bout against fellow undefeated super lightweight Jalen Hill.
Kelvin Davis (143lbs) vs Jalen Hill (140.8lbs) – 6 Rounds
PAULIE MALIGNAGGI and JUAN MANUEL MARQUEZ BREAK DOWN LIGHT vs GLANTON SHOWDOWN
Plant City, Florida, November 28, 2022. — In a battle of undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) top-ten ranked junior heavyweights (200 lbs.), Brandon Glanton and David Light will battle for Light’s WBO International Junior Heavyweight Title. It will take place at the White Sands Events Center in Plant City on Friday, December 2 and be streamed live on ProBoxTV.com and the ProBox TV app.
“I think that the Glanton and Light fight is going to be competitive and a very good one because they are both ranked fighters, neither has lost and big things to come for the winner,” said Juan Manuel Marquez, a ProBox TV Founder. “I am inclined to give Glanton the upper hand because of his good boxing technique and punch combinations. He has a good ability to work the body which could slow down Light who is an aggressive fighter and has a lot of speed. I lean more towards Glanton for his boxing technique and pick Glanton by decision in a battle.”
“This is going to be an exciting fight between two undefeated cruiserweights,” said Malignaggi, also a ProBox TV Founder. “They say styles make fights, and that what we try to do at ProBox, put two guys in the ring that will generate excitement. Both of these guys are putting themselves in position for a world title fight. Only one can advance and who that will be we find out on December 2. Light is very tall with an awkward style. Glanton, if he can get in close he can hurt you. They have both earned their top ten ratings are both looking for a shot at the WBO champion Lawrence Okolie. The winner will most likely get that shot.”
“This guy is my next victim and I am going to melt this guy,” said Glanton. “I am going to knock him out and the tougher he is the better. I am going to hurt this guy. I will lay him out cold.”
“We coming to beat him at his own game,” said Light of the brawler. “I may not be well-known now, but everyone is going to know who I am on Friday night when see my arm raised while Glanton is lying on the canvas.”
David “The Great White” Light (19-0, 12 KOs) from Takapuna, New Zealand won the WBO International title on May 5, 2022, with a first-round knockout. He is ranked No. 6 by the WBO. His most recent bout on October 8 was a second-round knockout win.
Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton (17-0, 14 KOs) from Atlanta, Georgia is ranked No. 10 by the WBO and is coming off three consecutive KO wins, the last a second-round blowout of Mario Aguilar on September 9, in Plant City on ProBox TV.
WBO INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION DAVID LIGHT ARRIVES IN TAMPA FOR FRIDAY’S SHOWDOWN AGAINST BRANDON GLANTON
Plant City, Florida, November 28, 2022. — In a battle of undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) top-ten ranked junior heavyweights (200 lbs.), Brandon Glanton and David Light will battle for Light’s WBO International Junior Heavyweight Title. The show will take place at the White Sands Events Center in Plant City on Friday, December 2 and be streamed live on ProBoxTV.com and the ProBox TV app.
“I’m feeling good,” said Light. “It is good to arrive here in Florida, in Plant City. We are sleeping well. I get to her all of these accents that I have only heard on TV, like ‘how ya’ll doin, ya’ll? (laughing).’ Seriously, Glanton is the kind of fighter that people avoid, but I am up to the challenge and on Friday I’m going to put him to sleep.”
David “The Great White” Light (19-0, 12 KOs) from Takapuna, New Zealand won the WBO International title on May 5, 2022, with a first-round knockout. He is ranked No. 6 by the WBO. His most recent bout on October 8 was a second-round knockout win.
Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton (17-0, 14 KOs) from Atlanta, Georgia is ranked No. 10 by the WBO and is coming off three consecutive KO wins, the last a second-round blowout of Mario Aguilar on September 9, in Plant City on ProBox TV.
WBO INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION DAVID LIGHT WILL DEFEND HIS TITLE AGAINST BRANDON GLANTON ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, IN PLANT CITY, FLORIDA STREAMED LIVE ON PROBOXTV.COM AND THE PROBOX TV APP
Plant City, Florida, November 11, 2022. — In a battle of undefeated World Boxing Organization (WBO) top-ten ranked junior heavyweights (200 lbs.), Brandon Glanton and David Light will battle for Light’s WBO International Junior Heavyweight Title. The show will take place at the White Sands Events Center in Plant City on Friday, December 2 and be streamed live on ProBoxTV.com and the ProBox TV app.
David “The Great White” Light (19-0, 12 KOs) from Takapuna, New Zealand won the WBO International title on May 5, 2022, with a first-round knockout. He is ranked No. 6 by the WBO. His most recent bout on October 8 was a second-round knockout win.
“Training is going great – it’s hardest I have ever trained in my life and I am leaving no stone unturned,” said Light. “We have watched Glanton and he’s a very good strong fighter, the sort of guy people avoid but we are up for the challenge and totally believe we have got what it takes to win. We coming to beat him at his own game. We are coming to put him to sleep. After December 2nd everyone is going to know who I am as losing is not an option.”
Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton (17-0, 14 KOs) from Atlanta, Georgia is ranked No. 10 by the WBO and is coming off three consecutive KO wins, the last a second-round blowout of Mario Aguilar on September 9, in Plant City on ProBox TV.
Glanton is from Atlanta, GA where he does his maintenance training. He does his heavy training in Fort Mitchell, Alabama, where he is now.
This guy is my next victim,” said Glanton. “I have been training pretty hard for him. I take everybody seriously, but I am going to melt this guy. He is a one-two fighter and has decent hand speed – not much foot movement or power but he’s a veteran and knows his way around the ring. He will look to make it a rangy fight, but I am just the opposite. For as long as it lasts it will be a great fight for the fans. I won’t pick what round it will end – it will come down to however way I am feeling. I am going to knock him out and the tougher he is the better. I am going to hurt this guy. I will lay him out cold.
“ProBox has been nothing short of amazing and Garry Jonas saw what I bring to the table and is helping push my career to the next level, And I’m happy I have some great names commenting behind me.”
The remainder of the card is stacked with undefeated fighters, including Orlando’s Darrelle Valsaint (6-0, 5 KOs); Julio Solis (8-0, 6 KOs) from Caguas Puerto Rico; Jaycob Gomez (6-0-1, 5 KOs) from Caguas, Puerto Rico; and Jusiyah Shirley (7-0, 6 KOs) from Orlando.
BRANDON GLANTON BATTLES MARIO AGUILAR FOR WBO GLOBAL CRUISERWEIGHT TITLE IN SEPTEMBER 9 MAIN EVENT IN PLANT CITY, FLORIDA STREAMED LIVE ON PROBOX TV
PLANT CITY, Florida (August 29, 2022): Undefeated Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton will battle Mario “El Ruso” Aguilar in the ProBox TV main event on Friday, September 9, for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global Cruiserweight Title. The two heavy-handed bangers will fight in a schedule ten-round bout at the ProBox Events Center in Plant City, Florida and the card will be streamed live worldwide, beginning at 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT at PROBOXTV.com and the ProBox TV app.
Hakim Lopez, 171.6 lbs., Atlanta, GA, 13-0 8 KO’s vs.
Richard Vansiclen, 171 lbs., Seattle, Washington, 12-0 6 KO’s
8 Rounds Super Featherweights
Otar Eranosyan, 131.4 lbs., Akhalkalaki, Georgia, 11-0 6 KO’s vs.
Cesar “Corazon” Juarez, 131.6 lbs., Mexico City, Mexico, 27-11 20 KO’s
6 Rounds Welterweights
Marques Valle, 152.4 lbs., Lutz, FL, 5-0 5 KO’s vs.
Benjamin Whittaker, 151.4 lbs., San Antonio, Texas, 15-9 3 KO’s
“I feel like I’m supposed to be here, it’s my first step towards justifying my legacy and becoming world champion,” said Brandon Glanton. “My opponent’s in for a long night. He’s coming to fight because it’s a big opportunity for him and good fighters do better with better fighters. But it’s my job to show people that he’s a steppingstone. I am going to be explosive and he should expect a high volume of punches. I’m going to pressure this kid. I see a knockout coming under 5. It could be the body or it could be the head, but you’ve got to go to ProBox TV to find out and don’t blink because you might miss it.”
“ProBox TV has provided me with an opportunity to be active, and an active Glanton is a great Glanton.”
“It’s a great opportunity and I’m going to take advantage of it,” said Aguilar. “I don’t know much about Glanton. I haven’t seen him fight. There is nothing on the internet. My plan is to come in and fight . . . Mexican Style.
Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton (16-0, 13 KOs) from Riverside, California via Atlanta, GA is ranked No. 15 by the World Boxing Organization. The thirty-year-old Glanton is coming off a fifth-round TKO win on July 9, a fight that can be seen on-demand at ProBox TV. Glanton made his professional debut on May 6, 2017, at heavyweight and won by first-round stoppage. After hovering right at 200-pounds or above for his first six fights, “Bulletproof” dropped below that threshold to fight at cruiserweight and found much success.
Mario “El Ruso” Aguilar (22-7, 18 KOs) from San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, México, is coming off a two-fight win streak, by a third-round TKO and a sixth-round DQ. The 31-year-old Aguilar made his pro debut in 2014 and his fights have ranged from the light heavyweight division to the heavyweight division and weights as low as 159 lbs. to as high as 233 lbs. – with successes at all levels.
The 2022 remaining live boxing on ProBox TV: September 9 (Tampa, FL), September 23 (Cancun), October 7 (Tampa), October 26 (San Juan, PR), November 4 (Tampa), November 18 (Cancun), December 2 (Tampa), December 9 (San Juan), December 16 (Philippines). There is also weekly original content produced by the founders including, podcasts, talk shows and in the gym content, plus monthly documentaries and behind the scenes content.
In 2023 there will be one live boxing event per month from USA, Puerto Rico and Mexico.
BRANDON GLANTON BATTLES MARIO AGUILAR FOR WBO GLOBAL CRUIERWEIGHT TITLE IN SEPTEMBER 9 MAIN EVENT IN PLANT CITY, FLORIDA STREAMED LIVE ON PROBOX TV
PLANT CITY, Florida (August 30, 2022): Undefeated Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton will battle Mario “El Ruso” Aguilar in the ProBox TV main event on Friday, September 9, for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global Cruiserweight Title.. The two heavy-handed bangers will fight in a schedule ten-round bout at the ProBox Events Center in Plant City, Florida and the card will be streamed live worldwide at PROBOXTV.comand the ProBox TV app.
Due to Juan Huertas illness, his WBO Latino lightweight title fight against Miguel Madueno – the original September 9 main event – has moved to October 26 in San Juan to be a ProBox TV featured event at the WBO Convention.
Brandon “Bulletproof” Glanton (16-0, 13 KOs) from Riverside, California via Atlanta, GA is ranked No. 15 by the World Boxing Organization. The thirty-year-old Glanton is coming off a fifth-round TKO win on July 9, a fight that can be seen on-demand at ProBox TV. Glanton made his professional debut on May 6, 2017, at heavyweight and won by first-round stoppage. After hovering right at 200-pounds or above for his first six fights, “Bulletproof” dropped below that threshold to fight at cruiserweight and found much success.
Mario “El Ruso” Aguilar (22-7, 18 KOs) from San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, México, is coming off a two-fight win streak, by a third-round TKO and a sixth-round DQ. The 31-year-old Aguilar made his pro debut in 2014 and his fights have ranged from the light heavyweight division to the heavyweight division and weights as low as 159 lbs. to as high as 233 lbs. – with successes at all levels.
ProBox TV was founded by Roy Jones Jr., Juan Manuel Marquez, Antonio Tarver, Paulie Malignaggi and Garry Jonas. Miguel Cotto recently joined the team. As always, the ‘Big 4’ will be calling the action from ringside.
The ProBox TV bi-monthly schedule for the remainder of 2022 is as follows: September 9, September 23, October 7, October 26, November 4, November 18, December 2, December 9. There is also weekly original content produced by the founders including, podcasts, talk shows and in the gym content, plus monthly documentaries and behind the scenes content. All for the nominal fee of $1.99 per month. In 2023 there will be one live boxing event per month from USA, Puerto Rico and Mexico – that’s three live boxing events per month.
David MorrellJr. defended the WBA Super Middleweight title with a vicious first round stoppage over Mario Cazares at the Armory in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Morrell landed a straight left that stunned Cazares and that was quickly followed by another straight left that plummeted Cazares under the bottom ropes and the fight was immediately stopped at 2:32.
Morrell, 167 1/2 lbs of Minneapolis is 5-0 with four knockouts. Cazares, 166 1/2 lbs of Culican, MEX is 12-1.
“I didn’t expect that to end so quickly,” said Morrell. “I thought it would be more like a five or six round fight. However, once Cazares stepped in the ring, I noticed that he was not ready to fight on my level. He wasn’t ready for this kind of test or this level of fight.”
On the devastating knockout, Morrell said, “When I saw the opening, I took him out. When I hit him, I saw his legs wobble and I knew he was gone, completely out.”
“I’m ready for anyone at 168 pounds and now the world can see it,” continued Morrell. “I would love to fight Caleb Plant. I’m ready to fight Plant. He’s an excellent boxer, but I’m ready to go.”
Glanton Decisions Apochi in a war
In a 10-round cruiserweight war, Brandon Glanton won a 10-round split decision over Efe Apochi in a battle of undefeated fighters.
The two traded hard and thudding power shots from bell to bell. Each guy took the lead in various times of the bout. In round six, Glanton landed a hard left and right on the ropes that badly hurt Apochi for a knockdown. That proved to be the difference as Glanton took card by a 95-94 score. Apochi took a card 96-93.
Glanton was 187 of 654 punches; Apochi was 183 of 721.
Glanton is now 14-0. Apochi is 11-1.
“I knew it was a close fight because at the very end he didn’t hurt me, but I staggered,” said Glanton. “We always talk about balance in the gym, though. I got the split decision because balance is something that we constantly work on. He didn’t hurt me, that’s why I was able to keep fighting.
“Thank God the judges saw it the right way,” continued Glanton. “That knockdown is something we worked on in the gym. I hope the boxing world sees what my coach is doing. The small details, the intricate things, make the difference in a fight like this. All the little details that he schools me on is what he told me would be the difference in this fight, and I’ll be damned if it wasn’t.”
“What can I say?” asked Apochi. “I thought I won the fight. I used my jab, showed some heart, had some good movement in there, but I’m not the judges. I don’t know what they saw, but I thought that I did what I had to do. He’s a tough guy. I won’t take anything away from him. He took some tough shots and he was still there.”
On the possibility of a rematch, Glanton said, “If they want the rematch, then I’ll do it again. I think I’ve proven what I needed to prove, but it’s easier the second time.”
“Of course, I want a rematch with Glanton,” continued Apochi. “I want a rematch with him right now!”
All Rivera Decisions Juarez
All Rivera scored a 10-round majority decision over previously undefeated Omar Juarez in a junior welterweight bout.
It was an action packed fight that was fought at close quarters. Rivera won the fight on the strength of a 9th round knockdown as he won by scores of 95-93, 95-94 and 95-95.
Rivera, 142 1/2 lbs of Bobon, PHL is 22-5. Juarez, 142 1/2 lbs of Brownsville, TX is 11-1.
Rivera landed 123 of 428 punches; Juarez was 152 of 354.
“I was confident that I was going to get the decision,” said Rivera. “I was blocking a lot of the shots that Juárez was throwing. I was landing the more powerful punches. Juárez was doing good work in there, but we were landing the more effective shots. I feel like when I hurt him I maybe could have done a little more to get him out of there early and avoid the decision. But he’s a stronger fighter and I respect his talent.”
Juárez said, “I honestly thought that I did enough to get the win. I did get knocked down. There was one round where I stayed in there and took a couple hits, but I felt like I was the smarter fighter in there. I adjusted well and I thought I did well over all. Almost all of the greats have losses and I know I’m going to be great one day. I just have to fight through this adversity.”
On their professional experience levels, Rivera said, “I’ve been in the ring 27 times now professionally, and I think Juárez is still a kid who’s developing his skills. I’ve fought some of the best fighters around. I’ve won belts. So, I definitely think my experience played a difference tonight.”
“He was the better man today,” Juárez concluded. “I’m not going to take anything away from him. He’s a hard fighter. He’s from the Philippines, which has a lot of strong fighters. I respect him a lot, but I’ll be back.”
When asked about the knockdown, Rivera said, “We actually worked on that shot in camp. We also worked on the follow-up sequence. So, when it landed my corner wanted me to take it to the body to finish him, but he’s a tough fighter.
“I’m here for any 140-pound fighter that wants to step in there with me,” concluded Rivera.
Nathaniel Gallimore won a 10-round majority decision over previously undefeated Leon Lawson III in a junior middleweight bout.
Gallimore landed 78 of 356 punches; Lawson 66 of 302.
Gallimore, 153 1/4 lbs of Chicago, IL won by scores of 97-93, 96-94 and 95-95 and is now 22-5-1. Lawson, 153 1/4 lbs of Flint. MI is 14-1.
Atif Oberlton remained undefeated by stopping Jasper McCargo in round five of a scheduled eight-round light heavyweight bout.
In round four, Oberlton, landed a two lefts that were followed by a cleanup right hook that dropped McCargo.
In round five, it was a hard left hand to the body that dropped McCargo in the corner, and the fight was stopped at 44 seconds.
Oberlton, 175 lbs of Philadelphia is 3-0 with three knockouts. McCargo, 177 lbs of Richmond, VA is 4-2-2.
Travon Marshall won an entertaining four-round unanimous decision over Ruben Torres in a super welterweight contest.
In round two, Marshall dropped Torres with a left hook.
Marshall landed 70 of 210 punches; Torres was 48 of 219.
Marshall, 153 3/4 lbs of Landover, MD won by scores of 40-35 on all cards, and is now 2-0. Torres, 151 3/4 lbs of Sacramento, CA is 4-2.
Unbeaten WBA Super Middleweight Champion David O. Morrell Jr. Battles Undefeated Mario Cázares in FOX PBC Fight Night Main Event & on FOX Deportes Sunday, June 27 from The Armory in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS (June 4, 2021) – Cuban sensation and unbeaten WBA Super Middleweight Champion David O. Morrell Jr. will defend his title against undefeated challenger Mario Cázares in a 12-round duel that headlines FOX PBC Fight Night and on FOX Deportes Sunday, June 27 from The Armory in Minneapolis.
The broadcast begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and features cruiserweight knockout artist Efetobor Apochi taking on fellow unbeaten Brandon Glanton in the 10-round co-main event, and rising super lightweight contender Omar “El Relámpago” Juárez battling All Rivera in a 10-round attraction to kick off the telecast.
Tickets for the event, which is promoted by TGB Promotions and Warriors Boxing, are on sale now and can be purchased at the Armory at http://ArmoryMN.com/ and through Ticketmaster.
“In his short pro career, David Morrell has already established himself as a force at 168 pounds and he will look to put on another standout performance June 27 on FOX,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “Morrell will be motivated to impress as he returns in front of his adopted hometown crowd at The Armory. Standing in his way is a tough contender in Mario Cázares, who is no stranger to pulling off an upset, having beat Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in his last outing. Adding in an explosive cruiserweight bout between Efetobor Apochi and Brandon Glanton, plus the rising Omar Juárez against the rugged All Rivera, and June 27 is set to be a can’t miss return to The Armory in Minneapolis.”
Now based in and training out of Minneapolis, Morrell (4-0, 3 KOs) has shown off the prodigious talents that made him a standout in Cuba’s iconic amateur scene since arriving stateside in 2019. Before being recently elevated, the 23-year-old captured an interim title by dominating then unbeaten Lennox Allen in action on FOX in August 2020. Most recently, Morell delivered a third-round knockout over Mike Gavronski last December, in his first headlining appearance on FOX. Morrell will return to fight at the Armory in his adopted hometown for the second time, having previously stopped Yendriz Rodriguez in his pro debut at the venue in August 2019.
“As always, I am grateful to my whole team for the opportunity to step into the ring once again at The Armory in Minneapolis,” said Morrell. “This one is even more special to me, because it’s my first title defense in front of my new home crowd in Minneapolis. I’m excited to feel the energy of the fans again, and against a very good opponent. We’ve worked hard, now it’s time to have fun.”
Cázares (12-0, 5 KOs) delivered a career-best victory in his last outing, earning a technical decision over former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., as all three judges had him ahead on the cards when the fight was halted in round six. The 30-year-old turned pro in 2015 and added three victories to his ledger in 2019 before triumphing over Chavez in September 2020. Fighting out of his native Baja California, Mexico, Cázares will make his U.S. debut on June 27.
“This fight is very important for my career,” said Cázares. “This kind of championship fight is what I’ve been working for. I definitely respect Cuban boxing and the style of Morrell. He’s someone with a lot of experience in the amateur field who is now showing it in professional boxing. But I love being the underdog and coming into my opponent’s hometown. The fans in Minneapolis and watching on FOX and FOX Deportes are going to be in for a surprise on June 27.”
A native of Nigeria who trains with renowned coach Ronnie Shields in Texas, Apochi (11-0, 11 KOs) has knocked out all of his opponents since turning pro in 2016. The 33-year-old most recently blasted out a fellow unbeaten in April, as he dropped Deon Nicholson multiple times en route to a third-round stoppage. Apochi has racked up five victories since the start of 2019, including impressive knockouts of Earl Newman and Joe Jones.
“I’m excited to be back in the ring,” said Apochi. “I came to America for only one reason: boxing. I’m always happy to do the job, whether it’s training, sparring or any other activity related to boxing. I have a lot of things that I’m excited to show, because I haven’t shown everything yet. Glanton called me out because he thinks he’s the real deal. I can’t wait to make a fool of him. I’m going to bring the drama, the action and the war. I’m ready to prove myself again and again. No cruiserweight can go the distance with me. It’s impossible. Glanton is getting knocked out.”
The 29-year-old Glanton (13-0, 11 KOs) will face his toughest pro competition to date in the hard-hitting Apochi. Born in Atlanta and now residing in Riverside, California, Glanton picked up a pair of stoppage wins in 2020 ahead of his 2021 debut June 27. After an impressive amateur career that included a fourth place finish at the 2015 U.S. Olympic Trials, Glanton turned pro in 2017 and finished his first eight pro fights inside the distance.
“I’m happy to have gotten this opportunity, it’s been a long time coming,” said Glanton. “We always prepare hard in camp to go up against the best opposition there is to offer. The only thing that changes is the victim standing across the ring from me. On June 27, you can expect to see the best version of myself. As for my opponent, you can only pray for him.”
Juárez (11-0, 5 KOs) continued his rise up the 140-pound division in April as he won his first 10-round fight, easily outpointing Elias Araujo on his way to a unanimous decision, kicking off his 2021 campaign following four victories in 2020. Juárez has been lauded as much for his work outside the ring as he has for what he’s accomplished in it. After graduating high school in his native Brownsville, Texas, the 21-year-old dedicated himself to giving back to the state’s youth through motivational speaking and received recognition from the Texas State Senate and the Texas House of Representatives for his efforts.
“I’m so grateful for another opportunity to showcase my talent to everyone tuning in on FOX,” said Juárez. “This is another step up fight for me. Rivera has twice as many fights as me, so I know he will be dangerous because of that experience. I just feel I’m on another level and I want to prove to everyone that I’m worthy of being looked at as a world-class fighter. I’ve taken my training to the next level and I’m getting better with each fight. My confidence is at an all-time high and I can’t wait to throw down on June 27.”
Fighting out of Santa Rosa, Philippines, Rivera (21-5, 18 KOs) returns to action after dropping a decision to two-division champion Rances Barthelemy in January on FOX. The 28-year-old has won four of his last six contests, including a 12-round decision victory over Rodel Wenceslao in 2020. Rivera will fight in the U.S. for the third time as a pro on June 27, having also faced talented prospect Malik Hawkins. He has shown the ability to bounce back from adversity before, having put together a 10-fight winning streak following a loss in his pro debut in 2011.
“I’m ready for my return to the ring,” said Rivera. “This time, there will be no excuses. Everything I do from this point on is my journey to greatness. Omar Juárez better be ready for war, because I’m going to give him everything he can handle.”
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AUDIO: Interview with undefeated cruiserweight Brandon Glanton
VIDEO: Interview with undefeated cruiserweight Brandon Glanton
NEW YORK (January 8, 2020) – Split-T Management has signed undefeated cruiserweight Brandon Glanton to a managerial contract.
Glanton of Riverside, California has a record of 11-0 with nine knockouts. Glanton is trained by Jason Jones.
The 27 year-old Glanton began boxing at the age of 21 as he was working at a K-Mart and co-worker Corey Wilson, who was a professional MMA Fighter, led Brandon to the gym.
Glanton played two-years of college football at Albany State as a Defensive End and Nose Tackle.
Glanton describes himself as a pressure fighter. “I am hard nosed with lots of tenacity. I have good hand speed and power. I want to make these fighters jump over top rope. I have good rings smarts and I know how to move around the ring. Pressure bursts pipes,” said Glanton.
Glanton’s amateur record was 44-6 and he won two National Qualifying tournaments for the U.S. Olympic team, and took 3rd place in the United States Olympic Trials.
Glanton turned professional on May 6, 2017 with a 1st round stoppage over Willie Kyles, and is coming off a 3rd round stoppage over Jose Humberto Corral.
“I am excited to sign with Split-T Management. I had an opportunity to sign with Split-T Management out of the amateurs, but I was naive about the boxing business so I did not sign with any manager. As I started to understand the business, I called Dave McWater back, and we made a deal. I see what Split-T Management and their fighters are doing and I wanted to be part of the team,” said Glanton.
“Brandon is a terrific prospect with a great professional style and power. I see big things from him in the future and he will be in some very big fights,” said McWater.
Glanton has a college degree in Health Care Administration from Albany State.
Lubin decisions Gallimore
READING, PA–Erickson Lubin won a 10-round unanimous decision over Nathaniel Gallimore in a junior middleweight bout that headlined at The Santander Arena in Reading, PA.
Lubin dominated the action as he landed thudding blows that had Gallimore in trouble several times during the fight.
Lubin of Orlando, FL won by scores of 99-91 on all cards and is now 22-1. Gallimore of Chicago is 21-4-1.
ERICKSON LUBIN
“I had a tremendous training camp thanks to Kevin Cunningham. At first we had Terrell Gausha but he fell out due to an injury. I appreciate Gallimore for stepping up to the plate. He gave me a tough fight and I appreciate it. We gave the fans what they wanted. I measured him. I just timed him and I was able to land my power shows.
“Kevin is a real strict trainer and he’s a southpaw specialist. We just improving our game very camp. I definitely want Jermell Charlo again. My goal is to get revenge.
“I thought I boxed really well. We stuck to the game plan. We drew the game plan up in camp and we executed. I knew he was tough and his game plan was to rough me up. I wasn’t going to fall into his game plan. I have good power and I used my boxing ability. That really helped me.
“We changed up the last few weeks to adjust to Gallimore’s style. But with the training camp we had, I was going to be ready for anyone who stepped into the ring.”
NATHANIEL GALLIMORE
“Lubin was slick and I just couldn’t get my punches off. He was the better man tonight but I will be back and better.
“I was never hurt during the fight. We bumped legs a couple times and he was able to land a couple shots while I was off balance. It’s always difficult to fight a southpaw.
“I could have done more but I kept fighting to the end just like I always will. It just wasn’t my night.:
In a 10-round slugfest, former lightweight champion Robert Easter Jr. outlasted Adrian Granados in a junior welterweight fight.
The two stood toe-to-toe for much of the fight and had many crowd pleasing exchanges.
Easter of Toledo, Ohio won by scores of 100-90, 98-92 and 97-93 and is now 22-1-1. Granados of Chicago is 20-8-2.
ROBERT EASTER JR.
““We knew he was going to be a hell of a warrior in there. That’s what we train for. This was no ordinary opponent and we knew he was going to bring it. I wasn’t surprised because that’s what he does. You’ve seen him fight with the best of the best and he threw down. I knew he was going to throw punches in bunches.
“I felt strong at 140-pounds. I held my own. It was something new for me and I felt comfortable. Granados came and brought it and I knew he would make me fight.
“We were pretty much trying to stay fighting my fight. When I boxed, I made it easy. When I stood in there close, I was fighting his fight.
“It felt great to be back where I won my first world title. Reading always treats me well and I’m ready for anything.
“This was a hell of a test for me at 140 and I felt strong. I’m not calling out no body specifically, but you know there are champions in this weight class and I’m coming for all the bouts. Line ‘em up.”
ADRIAN GRANADOS
“I’m speechless. I felt like I won the fight. That 100 to 90? Come on now.
“I’m tired of the same old story. It was clear that I controlled the fight. He never had me hurt. That was embarrassing.
“I can’t control the judging. It’s very frustrating. I have a dream to be a world champion and it just seems like it’s not cutting out for me. But I have the heart of a champion and I’m not giving up.”
Frank Sanchez remained undefeated with a 10-round unanimous decision over Jack Mulowayi in a heavyweight bout.
Sanchez of Cuba won by scores of 100-90 on all cards and is now 14-0. Mulowayi of Belgium is 7-2-1.
FRANK SANCHEZ
“My opponent didn’t really want to fight, he just wanted to fight dirty. So all I could do was give him some lateral movement. It’s difficult when someone doesn’t want to engage.
“We wanted to touch him down, touch him up high. But once he got touched, the guy just tried to tie up.
“I tried to hit him at the belt to get his guard down but when the opponent doesn’t want to fight it’s very tough.
“There was no problem going 10 rounds. I’m in great shape and I’m ready to fight again as soon as possible.
“I showed my technical superiority tonight. All the heavyweights better watch out.”
JACK MULOWAYI
“I took his punches well. He is fast and a good counter puncher, and I could not connect with the kind of shots I wanted.
“I felt I was starting to land punches after the 7th round. I should have pressed from the beginning like my team told me to.”
Jessy Cruz won a six-round unanimous decision over Ernesto Guerrero in a super featherweight bout.
Cruz, 131.3 lbs of Miami won by scores of 60-53 and 59-54 twice to raise his mark ti 17-8-1. Guerrero 127 lbs of Mexico is 32-30.
Raeese Aleem pounded Saul Hernandez and the bout was stopped after round three of their scheduled eight-round super bantamweight bout.
Aleem, 123.7 lbs of Las Vegas is 15-0 with nine knockouts. Hernandez, 124.1 lbs of Tijuana, Mexico is 14-15-1.
Brent Oren won a four-round unanimous decision over Zack Dubnoff in a middleweight bout.
Oren, 158.3 lbs of Harrisburg, PA won by scores of 40-36 on all cards, and is now 2-2.
Antonio Hernandez won a four-round majority decision over Zarry Larry in a middleweight bout.
Hernandez, 164.3 lbs of Kansas City, KS won by scores of 39-37 twice and 38-38, and is 2-9. Larry, 163.3 lbs of Clearwater, FL is 1-1.
Eimontas Stanionis stopped Evencii Dixon in round one of a scheduled four-round welterweight fight.
Stanionis dropped Dixon with a body shot for the 10-count at 2:01.
Stanionis, 149.7 lbs of Lithuania is 9-0 with six knockouts. Dixon, 148.3 lbs of Lancaster, PA is 9-24-2.
Jonathan Torres stopped Julio Garcia in round two of a scheduled four-round bantamweight contest.
Torres scored three knockdowns and the bout was stopped at 2:04 of round two.
Torres, 119.2 lbs of Bethlehem, PA is 7-0 with three knockouts. Garcia, 120 lbs of Madison, Wisconsin is 3-3.
Norman Neely stopped D’Angelo Swaby in round one of a scheduled four-round heavyweight.
Swaby stunned Neely with a hard right hand. That got Neely’s attention in a big way, as he dropped Swaby with a hard uppercut. With Swaby hurt, Neely dropped Swaby again with a right hand, and the bout was stopped at 2:01.
Neely, 268.8 lbs of Paterson, NJ is 4-0 with four knockouts. Swaby, 225.6 lbs of Nassau, BAH is 1-1.
Jose Miguel Borrego stopped Likar Ramos in round three of a scheduled eight-round welterweight contest.
In round three, Borrego dropped Ramos with a hard right hand. Ramos continued, but only for seconds as he was dropped again with a body shot, and the bout was stopped at 1:59
Borrego, 145.3 lbs of Mexico is 16-2 with 14 knockouts. Ramos, 145.3 lbs of Barranquilla, COL is 29-9.
Dorrion Lawson brutally stopped Rene Nazare in round two of their scheduled four-round super middleweight fight.
Lawson landed a booming left that dropped Nazare plummeting face-first onto the canvas, and the bout was stopped at 1:49.
Lawson, 169.7 lbs of Flint, MI is 2-0 with two knockouts. Nazare, 169.3 lbs of Warren, MA is 0-5.
Brandon Glanton stopped Jose Corral after round three of their scheduled four-round cruiserweight bout
Glanton, 204.3 lbs of Atlanta is 11-0 with nine knockouts. Corral, 207.3 lbs of Agua Prieto, MX 20-26.
