BROOKLYN – October 19, 2025 – Two-division world champion and boxing great Danny “Swift” Garcia ended his historic run at Barclays Center in emphatic fashion on Saturday night as he scored a one-punch KO of Queens-native Danny “El Gallo” Gonzalez in a Swift Promotions event. The jam-packed card streamed exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast.

In his 10^th and final fight at the arena, more than another other fighter, Garcia (38-4, 22 KOs) backed up Gonzalez (22-5-1, 7 KOs)  early with a series of power punches that looked to hurt the upset-minded challenger.

“I know that I hurt him in round one, but my timing was a little off,” said Garcia. “So I decided to work behind my jab and I knew when he stopped his feet I was gonna catch him. I was just taking it round by round. I didn’t underestimate him. He was in great shape. My dad told me to just stick to the game plan.”

While Gonzalez was able to hang tough for rounds two and three, Garcia landed a pitch-perfect left hook early in round four that put Gonzalez down hard, ending the bout quickly and in dramatic fashion. The stoppage came at 45 seconds into the round.

After the fight, an emotional Garcia kept the door open for a potential return to the ring.

“I’m just so happy,” said Garcia. “I’ve done a lot in my career and this is a great way to end it all. At the end of the day, I’m healthy and I’ve got a beautiful family. I don’t know if I’m done yet.”

Baltimore’s Dominique Crowder (19-0, 11 KOs) pitched a near shutout against Fernando Diaz (16-6-1, 6 KOs) to keep his undefeated record intact, taking home the victory in the bantamweight fight by scores of 100-90 twice and 98-92 after 10 rounds.

Undefeated Polish heavyweight contender Damian Knyba (17-0, 11 KOs) showed his contender mettle with a seventh-round TKO of Joey Dawejko (28-14-4, 16 KOs), closing the fight 2:25 into the round. Fighting behind his jab through most of the action, Knyba broke through with a series of power shots that hurt Dawejko, before eventually forcing his opponent to the mat with a blistering left hook that ended the bout.

Veteran contender “King” Gabriel Rosado (28-17-1, 16 KOs) took home a unanimous decision triumph over fellow veteran Vaughn Alexander (19-17-2, 12 KOs) by scores of 80-72 and 79-73 twice after eight rounds of super middleweight action.

Brooklyn’s own longtime contender Chris “Primetime” Colbert (18-3, 6 KOs) returned to drop Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro (12-9, 5 KOs) on his way to a unanimous decision (80-71, 78-73, 77-74) after eight rounds in the super lightweight division.  

Staten Island’s Reshad Mati (16-0, 8 KOs) scored a hard fought majority decision against Jose Angulo (17-11, 10 KOs) after eight rounds, with one score of 76-76 overruled by two 77-75 tallies.

Rising welterweight Mathew Gonzalez (16-1-1, 10 KOs) took home a unanimous decision victory over Wilfredo Flores (12-6-1, 5 KOs), earning scores of 77-74 and 76-75 twice across eight rounds.

All-action veteran Avtandil Khurtsidze (34-2-3, 23 KOs) and Andres Martinez (6-4-1, 3 KOs) fought to an exciting draw after six light heavyweight rounds, with one score of 59-55 for Khurtsidze overruled by two judges’ 57-57 tallies.

Rising featherweight prospect Keith Colon Rodriguez (8-0, 8 KOs) put on an impressive performance as he dropped and stopped the previously unbeaten David Calabro (5-1, 3 KOs) 2:26 into the third round.

Undefeated Brooklyn-native Cristian Cangelosi (12-0, 5 KOs) controlled the action throughout to earn a unanimous decision by scores of 79-73, 78-74 and 77-75 over Victoriano Santillan (13-9-2, 8 KOs) after eight super welterweight rounds.

Opening up the pay-per-view on Millions.co, super welterweight prospect Quincey Williams (6-0, 6 KOs) dominated Christopher Rodriguez (13-2-1, 11 KOs) on his way to a second round TKO (1:31).

In his pro debut, super middleweight Jahanzeb Rizwan (1-0, 1 KO) stopped Travis Millage (0-2) 2:24 into round one.

Middleweight prospect Zahir Abdus Salaam (1-0) had a successful pro debut with a majority decision (40-36, 39-37, 38-38) after four rounds against Eduardo Perez De La Paz (0-3)

Opening up the card, welterweight Elijah Gonzalez (3-0, 2 KOs) defeated Jason Chavez (0-2-1) by unanimous decision (39-36 twice, 38-37) after four rounds.

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, returned to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia headlined a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. The jam-packed card streamed exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.  

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN – October 17, 2025 – Two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia went face-to-face with Queens-native Danny “El Gallo” Gonzalez on Friday at the final press conference and weigh-in before the Swift Promotions “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event taking place tomorrow, Saturday, October 18 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The press conference also featured a slew of undercard fighters including undefeated Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba and Philly slugger Joey Dawejko, who meet in an eight-round matchup, Brooklyn’s own Chris “Primetime” Colbert and Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro, who duel in an eight-round attraction, and Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado and veteran Vaughn Alexander, who square off in an eight-round super middleweight bout.

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event. 

Here is what the fighters had to say Friday from Barclays Center:

DANNY GARCIA

“I wanna thank Brooklyn for always being there on my side. Come tomorrow night, all the hard work is done. I pushed myself to the limit.

“I know he says he’s gonna try to hurt me, but don’t try to hurt yourself. You might pull a muscle or something.

“Tomorrow night, I plan on getting my hand raised in beautiful fashion. I’m gonna do what I do best and have a classic Danny Garcia night.

“I’ve never taken one opponent in my career lightly. I’ve trained for every fight like it’s a unification fight. I’ve never underestimated anyone. I’ve done the same thing I always do, and if anything, I did it smarter.

“It might be farewell to him after this. I’ve been in this business for a long time. It’s your job to be confident as a fighter. But when you step into that ring, that’s the chamber of truth. When you get hit, it’s not about how hard you trained, you have to be a true champion.

“All my fans give me that chip on the shoulder and motivate me to be at my best when it’s time for that bell to ring.

“I’ve really enjoyed every moment of training and running and sacrifice know that this might be my last fight. I’ve been in there sparring young guys who brought the fight out of me. At the end of the day, I’m a fighter and that’s what I was born to do.”

DANNY GONZALEZ

“Tomorrow I’m gonna hurt this dude and shock the world.

“I’m gonna perform a master class of how to beat a power puncher. I’m gonna be smart and find my moments. He’s underestimating me. I’m gonna show him how serious I am tomorrow.

“I dropped weight to make 154. I’m gonna be big and strong in the ring. I’m fresh and happy. I’ve waiting all my life for a moment like this. I’m just excited and I’m gonna pull it off.

“He can say whatever he wants to me. I’m the definition of grit and hard work. That’s why I got here. I’m gonna make him look like dookie tomorrow.

“It’s gonna be a farewell but it’s gonna be a farewell on a sad note. The talking is done and now it’s time to do it.”

DAMIAN KNYBA

“Five years ago I was here watching Adam Kownacki fight at Barclays Center, and on that card Joey Dawejko was fighting Frank Sanchez. I can’t believe that life has gone so fast that now I’m here tomorrow night fighting him. I hope we put on a good show for the fans. May the best man win.

“Polish heavyweight boxing has been on top before and my mission is to bring that back and lift up Polish boxing.

“I’m hoping the Polish people come out so that I can put on a show for them. I’m hoping they’re satisfied.

“This fight ends before the final round for sure. Knockout. That’s it.”

JOEY DAWEJKO

“Me and Danny haven’t fought on the same card since like the amateurs, and I appreciate this opportunity. We grew up together since we were little kids and have so many stories together. We’re gonna shut it out with this one.

“I appreciate the Polish support, but I’m from Philly. He may be able to make it in Poland, but he wouldn’t be able to make it in Philly.

“I’ve got a lot of experience. I’m probably the shortest heavyweight in the game. I’m used to fighting guys his size, he’s not used to fighting a guy my sized. Everyone may be smaller than him, but they don’t have what I have.”

CHRIS COLBERT

“There’s not much left to say. I’m ready to fight. I feel like this is the most focused I’ve been in years. I feel good and I’m ready to come do what I do best, and that’s beat on somebody.

“Danny and I had talked about fighting, but first we were talking about maybe fighting in Philly, and then when he said it was gonna be in Brooklyn, I couldn’t say no.

“It’s an honor to be on a card with my brother Danny. We grind together, we shine together. It’s just gonna feel great on Saturday night when we both hand out ass beatings.

“I don’t really believe in pressure. I am the pressure. I’m coming with the pressure and I’m trying to hurt someone. I’m trying to make a statement. “

BLAS EZEQUIEL CARO

“I’m very grateful for this opportunity from Danny Garcia. I’m very ready for the fight. Get ready to see what I can do.

“This is the first time I’ve fought in an arena this size, but I worked hard and believe I’m gonna have a great performance.

“Colbert is a good fighter that I’ve been watching for a long time and I’m ready to show him what I can do.”

GABRIEL ROSADO

“The atmosphere in Brooklyn is always amazing. This is my favorite city to fight in. Shoutout to Vaughn for taking the fight, because we’re gonna give the fans a great fight to watch.

“I’m gonna do what I do. I’m gonna go in there and be myself. I’m fresh and rejuvenated. I got back with my old trainer and got back to what made me a top fighter.”

VAUGHN ALEXANDER

“It’s always good to be in this position. Shoutout to Danny for putting me on this platform and I’m just looking forward to putting on a good performance Saturday.

“We’re two fighters that get in there no matter who the opponent is. I’m really looking forward to fighting him.

“Every fighter has a plan until they get in there with someone they’ve never been in there with. Whatever his plan is, I’m looking forward to it.

“Rosado and I were supposed to have already fought, so I’m glad we’re getting it done. I can’t wait to share the ring with him on Saturday.”

*****Please see below for official weights for Saturday’s card (bout order not final):

Danny Garcia vs. Danny Gonzalez – 10-rounds, Super Welterweight

Garcia: 153.6 lbs

Gonzalez: 153.4 lbs

Dominique Crowder vs. Fernando Diaz – 10-rounds, Bantamweight

Crowder: 118 lbs

Diaz:117.6 lbs

Damian Knyba vs. Joey Dawejko – 8-rounds, Heavyweight

Knyba: 259.8 lbs

Dawejko: 259 lbs

Gabriel Rosado vs. Vaughn Alexander – 8-rounds, Super Middleweight

Rosado: 169.4 lbs

Alexander: 170 lbs

Chris Colbert vs. Blas Ezequiel Caro – 8-rounds, Super Lightweight

Colbert: 138.4 lbs

Caro: 136 lbs

Reshat Mati vs, Jose Angulo – 8-rounds, Super Welterweight

Mati: 152.6 lbs

Angulo: 157.2 lbs

Mathew Gonzalez vs. Wilfredo Flores – 8-rounds, Super Lightweight

Gonzalez: 141.6 lbs

Flores: 141.8 lbs

Avtandil Khurtsidze vs. Andres Martinez – 6-rounds, Light Heavyweight

Khurtsidze: 181.2 lbs

Martinez: 178.2 lbs

Keith Colon Rodriguez vs. David Calabro – 6-rounds Featherweight

Rodriguez: 126.6 lbs

Calabro: 124.8 lbs

Cristian Cangelosi vs. Victoriano Antonio Santillan – 8-rounds, Super Welterweight

Cangelosi: 153.6 lbs

Santillan: 153 lbs

Quincey Williams vs. Christopher Rodriguez – 8-rounds, Welterweight

Williams: 149.8 lbs

Rodriguez: 147.2 lbs

Jahanzeb Rizwan vs. Travon Millage – 4-rounds, Middleweight

Rizwan: 167.4lbs

Millage: 161.4 lbs

Zahir Abdus Salaam vs. Eduardo De La Paz – 4-rounds, Super Welterweight

Abdus Salaam: 157.2 lbs

De La Paz: 156.8 lbs

Elijah Gonzalez vs. Jason Chavez – 4-rounds, Super Lightweight

Gonzalez: 143 lbs

Chavez: 139.4 lbs

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event. 

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander. 

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN – October 16, 2025 – Former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia held a media workout at world famous Gleason’s Gym on Thursday ahead of his “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event taking place this Saturday, October 18 from Barclays Center as he takes on Queen-native Danny “El Gallo” Gonzalez in the main event of the Swift Promotions event.

The media workout also featured a slew of undercard fighters including undefeated Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba, who takes on Joey Dawejko in an eight-round matchup, Brooklyn’s own Chris “Primetime” Colbert, who faces Blas Ezequiel Caro in an eight-round attraction, and Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado, who takes on veteran Vaughn Alexander in a super middleweight bout.

The workout also featured a young rising stars in the Swift Promotions’ stable as Brooklyn’s Cristian Cangelosi, who faces Victoriano Antonio Santillan, stepped into the ring in front of the media in Brooklyn.

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event. 

Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from world famous Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn:

DANNY GARCIA

“Camp has been great. I feel ready. There were no shortcuts. I treated this like a world title fight. I’ve done everything right.

“I got here because of everything I went through as a kid. I came from nothing and that’s why I have the grit that I’ve shown in fight after fight.

“I just want to be remembered as someone who fought everyone and never backed down.

“Danny Gonzalez is someone who’s been under the radar and deserves a shot. Some guys never get the opportunity and I thought he earned it.

“It makes me really happy to give young guys opportunities like this. To a lot of guys fighting at Barclays Center is a dream come true. That means everything to me.”

DANNY GONZALEZ

“I’m just excited to go. I’m calm. On Saturday the talking is done. We’re going in there to hurt each other, and I’m gonna hurt him.

“I don’t think it matters what his mentality is. When he loses, he’s gonna realize it’s time to spend time with his family.

“This is everything. This proves that hard work and consistency pays off. I’ve been grinding for 20 years and now I’m here on the big stage.

“I’m in phenomenal shape for this. He’s gonna be shocked with what he’s in there with. Speed, strength, size, power, it’s gonna be everything.

“I know what I can do and I know that I can beat him.”

DAMIAN KNYBA

“I’m really excited to be fighting in front of the Polish fans at Barclays Center. There have been a lot of great heavyweights like Adam Kownacki who have fought there and I look forward to keeping that tradition going.

“I’m extremely motivated. I’ve fought in big arenas before, so this is nothing new to me. I’m coming in here mentally strong and ready to do what I have to do.

“I’m very motivated to show everyone that I’m the best. The Polish fans mean the world to me. I want to be at my best and make my country proud.”

CHRIS COLBERT

“I’m feeling great. I’m blessed to be here on the big stage again and on Saturday night I just have to do what I do best.

“I’m gonna go back down to super featherweight to get back to the top. I’m actually hungrier now than I was for my last few fights. Right now I’m starving. I have no choice but to go in there and wipe out the 130-pound division.

“I know there’s a lot more that I’m leaving on the table as far as my career, and I can’t leave it there.

“I just want to win. I’m not worried about making a statement.

GABRIEL ROSADO

“I feel good to be here in Brooklyn. This is actually my favorite city to fight in. The atmosphere is amazing and it’s close to Philly.

“We’re doing everything right, that’s why my energy is really good. We’ve had a great training camp in Puerto Rico. It was hot as hell and it was what we needed.

“The heart has to still be in it to fight. That’s one thing about me, I can always count on my heart and my will. Nobody is gonna take that away from me. There was actually a point in my career where I counted too much on my will and slacked on my fundamentals. It’s those little things that make a big difference.”

CRISTIAN CANGELOSI

“I’m looking to put on a good show for all my Italians here in Brooklyn. I’m feeling good and ready to deliver a knockout.

“I have a great team that’s really got me ready to go. We’ve had a great training camp with really strong sparring. I’m gonna be at my best on Saturday night.

“I want to be great and show that I’m a future world champion.”

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event. 

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander. 

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN – October 14, 2025 – Two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia will step into the ring for the final time at Barclays Center this Saturday, October 18, nearly 13 years to the day after he headlined the first ever main event at the venue, as he takes on Danny Gonzalez headlining a jam-packed Swift Promotions card. Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com.

With fight night nearly here, Garcia reflected on how he felt before stepping into the ring for that first main event in 2012, as he defended his championship against Mexican legend Erik Morales.

“When they first called to say I was gonna be main event at Barclays, I was excited,” said Garcia, who has far and away the most appearances in the ring at Barclays amongst all fighters in the venue’s history. “It was something new, so I didn’t know what to expect. When it was sold out, that was it, it was history. I was a little nervous walking to the ring, but I felt good. I felt strong and I felt like nothing could stop me.”

Throughout a career that’s seen him amass a 7-2 record at Barclays Center, Garcia singled out three specific fights that stand out above the rest.

“My favorite fight at Barclays Center was probably Erik Morales, because I knocked him out,” said Garcia. “Also the Zab Judah fight. That was a hell of a rivalry. The Keith Thurman fight too because it was unification and a huge fight.”

Garcia’s fight against Thurman was not only an extremely rare championship unification clash between undefeated welterweight champions, but it was a box office smash as it set a record at the time for the highest grossing non-Nets sporting event and most attended boxing match in Barclays Center history.

(Photo Credit: Amanda Westcott/SHOWTIME)

His rivalry with Judah was also led to not only one of Barclay’s biggest boxing nights, but one of the most remembered promotions in recent boxing history (relive the rivalry HERE via All The Smoke Fight). Due to the extreme animosity that led up to fight night, Danny’s father and trainer, the always outspoken Angel Garcia, believes that was his best performance in Brooklyn.

“The Zab Judah performance was your best performance because of everything that happened leading up to the fight,” said Angel. “We went back and forth at the press conference, I told him to ‘take off that Janet Jackson’ hat. It kicked everything off, they tried to pop up on us at the Modell’s. They wanted to kick my ass. Everywhere we went, they popped up. Danny took care of it in the ring though.”

In addition to those three fights, Garcia’s Barclays Center history includes three consecutive fights that took place at the arena between 2014 and 2015, all three victories for Garcia. After blasting out Rod Salka in August 2014, he bested Lamont Peterson in an April 2015 battle of champions, before taking down another Brooklyn native, as he stopped Paulie Malignaggi in the ninth-round in August 2015.

His next two contests at Barclays Center saw Danny drop a pair of narrow decisions, in fights that were true toss ups, first to Thurman in March 2017, followed by a Shawn Porter bout in September 2018. Garcia got back to his winning ways in the county of Kings however, dispatching of Ivan Redkach in January 2020 before his most recent Brooklyn triumph, a July 2022 victory over Jose Benavidez Jr.

Now, as he looks to close his 10th and final Barclays Center fight in style, Garcia has promised the fans that have supported him for years one last memorable night.

“My favorite thing about the fans is the atmosphere and the love,” said Garcia. “I appreciate all the years that the fans have supported me. Come out on Saturday night one last time, I’m gonna give you a hell of a show.”

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event.

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander.

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com.

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

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PHILADELPHIA – October 13, 2025 – Philly boxing great and former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia held a media workout in his hometown on Friday ahead of Swift Promotions’ “Farewell To Brooklyn” event on Saturday, October 18 as he takes on Queens-native Danny Gonzalez in the main event from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The October 18 serves to celebrate the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

Here is what Garcia had to say Friday from the DSG Boxing Gym:

DANNY GARCIA

“One week out and I feel ready to go. It’s the real Danny versus the fake Danny. He’s Dookie Gonzalez.

“This feels like the ending of my movie. We’ve got to end it with a win.

“I feel rejuvenated. This feels more like it’s my first fight than my last. I’m ready to go in there and do my thing.

“Gonzalez is hungry. He’s got everything to gain and I’ve got everything to lose. I have to train myself like I’m fighting for a world title. That’s how I always train. I’m sparring the young hungry lions who are trying to beat me up.

“I had to keep feeding my fans in Brooklyn. They made me who I am today, so it was a perfect place for this fight.

“I fought everybody. I never ducked anyone. I fought whoever they put in front of me and that’s why fans love me. I’m proud of everything I’ve been through inside and outside of the ring. And I’m still here.

“I’ve been doing my own shows in Philly and I wanted to keep making Swift Promotions bigger and this was the best way to do it.

“Being a part of Philly boxing legacy is incredible. It’s legendary. It really shows that if you put in the hard work, you can really be somebody. To be mentioned with the other Philly boxing greats is a testimony to the hard work and everything we’ve been through.

“I don’t regret anything that’s happened in my career. The wins, the losses, it all made me Danny Garcia. So we’re gonna go out there on October 18 and show the world one last time that I belong in that Hall of Fame.”

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event.  

In the co-main event, rising contender Nahir Albright will step in against former world champion Richard Commey in a 10-round super lightweight crossroads matchup.

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander.  

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN – October 9, 2025 – Swift Promotions has put together an all-star crew of announcers highlighted by Brooklyn’s own boxing superstar Teofimo Lopez providing fight analysis for the jam-packed “Farewell To Brooklyn” event taking place Saturday, October 18 headlined by Danny “Swift” Garcia taking on Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The loaded fight card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event.  

Joining Lopez to provide fight analysis is former two-time world champion Andre Berto and former world champion Chris Algieri, as the trio provide one-of-a-kind analysis based off their years of experience at the highest level of the sport. Algieri will deliver ringside analysis throughout the evening, with Lopez and Berto providing insights from both the host desk and ringside for select fights.

Manning the blow-by-blow duties is renowned broadcaster Brian Campbell, who in addition to his role at CBS Sports has been on the mic for numerous PBC on Prime Video and SHOWTIME Boxing events throughout his career.

Holding down the fort at the host desk is veteran broadcaster and boxing personality Akin “AK” Reyes, who is well known for his boxing shows on both DAZN and the All The Smoke network. Reyes will also provide in-ring interviews throughout the show, giving fans immediate reactions from fighters after their bouts.

“October 18 is gonna be boxing at its best, so we knew we had to put the best announcers the sport has to offer on this pay-per-view,” said Danny Garcia, CEO of Swift Promotions. “Teofimo, Berto and Algieri have seen everything you can imagine in the ring, and they’ll give fans great perspectives, and have fun doing it. I had to pull out all the stops for my ‘Farewell To Brooklyn’ and I’m really excited for this crew to do their thing on fight night.”

Tickets for the live event are on sale now and are available through Ticketmaster.com.

Swift Promotions will put on their biggest event to date as they deliver the return of Danny “Swift” Garcia to the venue he’s made a home away from home for over a decade. “Swift” fight nights in Brooklyn have delivered some of Barclays Center’s most memorable nights and will surely provide an electric atmosphere once again on October 18.

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event.  

In the co-main event, rising contender Nahir Albright will step in against former world champion Richard Commey in a 10-round super lightweight crossroads matchup.

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander.  

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN – October 6, 2025 – Swift Promotions has officially announced a loaded lineup of undercard attractions that features top contenders, former champions and a slew of young rising stars all leading up to Danny Garcia’s “Farewell To Brooklyn” in the main event on Saturday, October 18 from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The jam-packed card will stream exclusively through MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with twelve scheduled attractions featured with purchase of the event.  

In the co-main event, rising contender Nahir Albright will step in against former world champion Richard Commey in a 10-round super lightweight crossroads matchup.

The action will also feature unbeaten popular Polish heavyweight Damian Knyba taking on Philly fan-favorite and veteran Polish-American brawler Joey Dawejko in an eight-round showdown.

Also stepping into the ring is Brooklyn’s own former titleholder Chris “Primetime” Colbert as he returns to fight in his hometown against Argentina’s Blas Ezequiel Caro for an eight-round lightweight affair. Plus, renowned Philly action fighter Gabriel Rosado steps back into action in an eight-round super middleweight matchup taking on veteran contender Vaughn Alexander.  

Tickets for the live event are on sale now and are available through Ticketmaster.com.

“Make sure you lock in early, because on October 18 Swift Promotions is giving you everything a fight fan could ask for,” said Danny Garcia, CEO of Swift Promotions. “We’ve got big names in this sport taking on tough opponents and the future stars of boxing looking to make a name for themselves on the big stage. I’m gonna close the show in style, but you won’t want to miss anything leading up to the main event. It’s definitely gonna be fireworks in Brooklyn on October 18.”

The pay-per-view event will also see a litany of exciting young contenders in action including unbeaten bantamweight Dominique Crowder (18-0, 11 KOs) in a 10-round matchup against Fernando Diaz (16-5-1, 10 KOs), and Ridgewood, N.Y.’s Mathew Gonzalez (15-1-1, 10 KOs) battling Wilfredo Flores (12-5-1, 5 KOs) in an eight-round super lightweight tilt.

The lineup continues with Brooklyn’s own Cristian Cangelosi (11-0, 5 KOs) in an eight-round super welterweight bout against Argentina’s Victoriano Antonio Santillan (13-8-2, 8 KOs), Newark, N.J.’s Keith Colon Rodriguez (7-0, 7 KOs) in a four-round featherweight match against fellow unbeaten David Calabro (5-0, 3 KOs) and Staten Island’s Reshat Mati (15-0, 8 KOs) in an eight-round super welterweight tilt dueling Ecuador’s Jose Angulo (16-10, 9 KOs).

Rounding out the pay-per-view card is unbeaten Washington, D.C.-native Quincey Williams (5-0, 5 KOs) facing Christopher Rodriguez (13-1-1, 11 KOs) in a six-round welterweight attraction and the pro debut of Bronx-native Jahanzeb Rizwan for four-rounds of super welterweight action against Daniel Weber (0-3).

Prior to the PPV, two bouts will stream for free featuring the pro debut of Newark’s Zahir Abdus Salaam in a four-round super welterweight fight dueling Ronald Binyard (0-0-1) and Brooklyn’s Elijah Gonzalez (2-0, 2 KOs) in a four-round super lightweight fight against Jason Chavez (0-1-1).

The event will celebrate the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career. Garcia has amassed a 7-2 record throughout his nine fights at Barclays Center, more than any other fighter at the arena.

The 29-year-old Albright (17-2, 7 KOs) has ascended to the rank of contender with an impressive winning streak following a close decision loss to top contender Jamaine Ortiz in 2022. After beating the previously undefeated Estivan Falcao, Albright bested U.S. Olympian Carlos Balderas via decision in 2023 before facing former champion Keyshawn Davis in a fight that was originally a narrow majority decision loss before being overturned due to a Davis drug test. Albright followed that up by defeating Davis’ brother Kevin in June, winning a majority decision to capture a regional WBC belt. Originally from Philadelphia and fighting out of New Jersey, Albright put together a 14-fight winning streak following a decision loss in his pro debut.

A native of boxing-rich Accra, Ghana who has fought out of New York throughout much of his pro career, Commey (31-5-1, 28 KOs) has faced a who’s-who of top champions including Vasyl Lomachenko, Teofimo Lopez, Robert Easter Jr. and Jose Carlos Ramirez. His to a 135-pound world championship saw him stop the previously unbeaten Alejandro Luna in March 2018 before winning the title with a TKO of Isa Chaniev in February 2019. Commey also owns a 2022 draw against former champion Jose Pedraza and most recently stopped William Jackson in two rounds in August.

Representing his native Bydgoszcz, Poland, Knyba (16-0, 10 KOs) will make his Barclays Center debut on October 18 in front of the borough’s passionate Polish boxing fans. Fighting out of nearby New Jersey, Knyba will look for his third win of the year after most recently beating the previously undefeated Marcin Siwy after eight rounds in June. Knyba has continued to work his way up the heavyweight ranks with wins over veterans including Andrzej Wawrzyk, Michael Coffie and Curtis Harper.

A fan-favorite heavyweight from Philadelphia, Dawejko (28-13-4, 16 KOs) will return to the ring at Barclays Center for the first time since March 2020 when he challenged top heavyweight Frank Sanchez. Dawejko has taken on a litany of heavyweight champions and contenders including Charles Martin, Bryant Jennings, Stephan Shaw and Richard Torrez Jr., while also owning a draw against Jarrell Miller. Before losing his last two fights, Dawejko had won seven of eight contests between September 2022 and April 2024.

A stellar amateur representing Brooklyn, Colbert (17-3, 6 KOs) has also been amongst the boroughs best pros in this recent generation, earning an interim title at 130-pounds in his 14^th pro fight as he bested the former champion Jezzrel Corrales. Colbert continued his run at super featherweight by dominating Tugstsogt Nyambayar before eventually running into Hector Luis Garcia and being given his first defeat. He then engaged in a memorable set of showdowns against eventual 140-pound world champion Jose Valenzuela, winning the first fight by decision before dropping the rematch. He’ll return to the ring for his first action since a loss to Omar Salcido in October 2024.

Caro (12-8, 5 KOs) has made a career facing tough opposition and most recently defeated Gabriel Morales by decision in October 2024. The 30-year-old Caro had previously handed Morales the first defeat of his career in April 2024, stopping Morales after four rounds. A native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Caro’s triumphs over Morales sandwiched an April 2024 loss to the then unbeaten DeMichael Harris. Caro will return to fight in the U.S. for the sixth time on October 18.

One of the era’s defining action fighters, Rosado (27-17-1, 16 KOs) made a name for himself by facing a true who’s-who of boxing’s best including Gennadiy Golovkin, Jermell Charlo, Daniel Jacobs, Jaime Munguia and Peter Quillin, to name just a few. Rosado’s 2021 KO of Bektemir Melikuziev was regarded as one of the year’s best knockouts and biggest upsets. He most recently scored a first round knockout of Crispulo Javier Andino in August and will fight at Barclays Center for the first time since challenging Lemieux at the venue in 2014.

The brother of two-division world champion Devon, Alexander (19-16-2, 12 KOs) has made his own name in the sport by taking on tough challenges time and time again. The St. Louis-native’s resume includes top names such as Sergiy Derevyanchenko and Christian Mbilli, and also includes victories over Luis Arias and the then-unbeaten Money Powell IV.

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ABOUT “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN: GARCIA VS. GONZALEZ”:

Philadelphia boxing great, the former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia, will return to the ring at the friendly confines of Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 18 in a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event celebrating the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Garcia will headline a Swift Promotions event in a 10-round super welterweight tilt against Queens-native Daniel “El Gallo” Gonzalez. A fan-favorite at the premier East Coast boxing venue, Garcia will step into the ring for his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center, dating back to him headlining the first-ever boxing event at the arena in 2012.

Tickets for the live event are available NOW through Ticketmaster.com. 

About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

BROOKLYN, NY – September 18, 2025 – Boxing star and former two-division world Danny “Swift” Garcia held a press conference in Brooklyn on Thursday to preview his record 10^th fight at Barclays Center as he headlines a “FAREWELL TO BROOKLYN” event on Saturday, October 18 in Brooklyn against Queens-native Daniel Gonzalez.

The fight night will stream exclusively on MILLIONS.co with a pay-per-view broadcast featuring a loaded lineup of undercard matchups leading up to the main event. **Announced at the press conference was an exciting co-main event clash that will see young contender Ashton “H2O” Sylve take on Brooklyn’s former world champion Richard Commey.

The press conference also featured Brooklyn’s own Chris “Primetime” Colbert, who returns to the ring on October 18.

Garcia and Gonzalez went face-to-face ahead of the event that will celebrate the fans and arena that have supported Garcia throughout his storied history of delivering memorable moments over the course of his career.

Tickets for the live event available through Ticketmaster.com. The event is sponsored by One Water.

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Here is what the press conference participants had to say Thursday from Barclays Center:

DANNY GARCIA

“Come October 18, I’m excited to show that I have fight left in me. My last fight didn’t go my way, but setbacks happen in boxing. I’ve always come back stronger every time. I always beat someone up bad, and that’s what I’m coming to do.

“I got a nickname for him. He says he’s the real ‘DG’ but he’s Dookie Gonzalez. And Dookie is going down. He can’t beat any version of Danny Garcia.

“For the first time in a long time, I feel like I really have a chip on my shoulder. I have to show the world again how great I really am.

“When I come to this building, I come to fight. I feel like I’m undefeated here with two controversial losses. When I’m here, I become possessed. I just want to win.

“I really feel like I have a personal connection to Brooklyn. It’s always electrifying. I love fighting here in Brooklyn.

“My last win is better than any win he’s got in his career. It’s about who you fight and come October 18 you’re gonna be in there with a different type of animal than you’ve never been with.

“I was training and I was in shape, but my heart and my soul wasn’t there leading into my last fight. That’s 85% of the sport. But now being back in Brooklyn I have the heart and spirit of a fighter and I’m ready to show it.”

DANNY GONZALEZ

“I’m coming to shock the world on October 18. I’ve been grinding for 20 years and working hard. I’ve been preparing since June for this. I want this to be his farewell to boxing, so I’m here to win.

“It’s all about hard work. I’m the hungrier fighter and that’s gonna be the difference. I’m coming to win. I’m on a streak and I’m gonna keep winning.

“Danny has no power left in him. I’m gonna bring the dog to the fight and we’re gonna see who’s got the bigger dog.

“I’m not worried about what he has to say. I’m gonna pull a Danny Garcia against Danny Garcia. I’m gonna shock the world like he did to Amir Khan. I’m gonna stop him like Erislandy Lara did in the ninth.

“I’m gonna out class him and out dog him. I’m gonna do whatever it takes to win the fight.”

CHRIS COLBERT

“I’m excited for this opportunity to be back in my hometown. I feel good. When Danny gave me the call about this card, I wasn’t thinking about coming back to boxing. But I couldn’t pass up this opportunity. I haven’t fought in New York in so long and there’s nothing like being home

“To see all the people that I know here at Barclays and all the people that will be here fight night, there’s nothing like it. I can’t wait.

“I don’t fall under pressure. I am the pressure. Where I come from, we’ve been through worse. I’m from these gritty streets of Flatbush. I just have a job to do and that’s to win by any means necessary.”

ANGEL GARCIA, Garcia’s Father and Trainer

“We’re doing it big for the future. It’s been a struggle and it’s been a journey. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t. No matter what happens.

“October 18 is gonna be a great fight. Gonzalez is coming to fight. But when we start dropping that left hand, I don’t know if he’s gonna be able to handle that. He’s gonna try to prove something.

“Come out and support Danny and Swift Promotions. We want to grow big. We’re excited to be with Millions.co and take this to the future.”

MOISES ROMAN, Gonzalez’s Manager

“Danny could have picked anyone to fight. He’s the man to beat. But Danny Gonzalez has sparred with the best of them. He’s been in camp with Danny Garcia, but we’re looking to cement that farewell.

“We’re coming to win and put the beats on him. We’re coming to make this a hell of a fight. Once it’s time to get in the ring, we’re gonna be there to win.”

MIKE FARRELL, President of Swift Promotions

“We’re really excited to have Danny back at Barclays Center. It’s historic that he’s coming back to say his farewell. It’s gonna be a hell of a night. Yes he’s from Philly, but everyone knows Brooklyn is his second hometown. He’s gonna do what he does in true Swift fashion.

“Don’t blink. because you can talk your talk, but when the lights come on, you know who the real DG is.”

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About Swift Promotions:

Swift Promotions is a premier boxing promotion company founded by two-division world champion and boxing legend Danny “Swift” Garcia. Committed to putting on world-class events, Swift Promotions showcases elite talent and rising stars, delivering unforgettable nights of boxing action for fans around the globe.

About MILLIONS.co:

MILLIONS.co is a leading sports streaming, e-commerce, and marketing platform dedicated to empowering athletes and sports content creators. By providing a comprehensive suite of tools for PPV events, merchandise sales, content creation, and sponsorships, MILLIONS.co enables athletes to directly engage with their fanbase and build their personal brands.

About One Water:

One Water is redefining the bottled water industry by combining luxury, sustainability, and scale. Sourced from the world’s most pristine springs, it offers a taste of unmatched purity while introducing an award-winning snap-to-stack design that cuts emissions and waste, setting a new standard for premium hydration.

Follow all the latest from Swift Promotions at the Official Swift Promotions Website or on social media through Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Tik Tok, Facebook and YouTube. Follow Danny Garcia on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok. Follow Barclays Center on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Tik Tok and Brooklyn Boxing on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

PHILADELPHIA – June 7, 2025 – Boxing legend Danny Garcia’s Swift Promotions presented “The Future Is Now: Series II on Saturday night, as perennial fan favorite Mickey “Time Machine” Bey reasserted his presence as a top lightweight contender with an impressive and dominant third-round TKO over fellow former world champion Oscar Escandon at 2:03 of round three in the main event from the Newtown Sports & Events Center in Newtown, Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia.

The action streamed live on Millions.co or through the Millions App.

Bey (26-3-1, 14 KOs) a native of Cleveland, Ohio, who now trains in Philadelphia, looked sharp in battering former WBC Interim World Featherweight Champion Escandon (27-10, 18 KOs) throughout the abbreviated contest.

Bey appeared to shake the Colombian Escandon with a left hook and had him bleeding steadily after round one. Bey dropped Escandon with a sharp salvo of shots at the end of round two and again in round three, prompting the responsible stoppage from Referee Eric Dali.

“I just had a ball in there like a kid in the candy store,” said Bey, post-fight. “I didn’t want to rush it. I knew he was looking to land something big, so I put the work in, in the gym. I knew what I was doing with my brain, but I just let my body do what I trained for. I’m older now, that’s why I’m the ‘Time Machine.’ I probably have a handful of fights left. I’m here for a good time, not a long time. We have some big plans after this.”

Hard-hitting 22-year-old Russian super featherweight prospect Dariial Kuchmenov (9-0, 7 KOs) showed off a formidable variety of offensive tools while stopping normally durable Mexican journeyman Diuhl “Elegante” Olguin (17-45-7, 10 KOs) at the end of the sixth round.            

Now fighting out of Los Angeles via Nalchik, Russia, the 5’ 10” Kuchmenov towered over Olguin and proceeded to unload a furious arsenal of power punches and virtually ignore any return fire until his Mexican Californian opponent signaled he had suffered enough.

The official time was 3:00 of round six and all three judges had Kuchmenov winning by a shutout 60-54 at the time of the stoppage.

16-year-old bantamweight boxing prodigy “King” David Garcia continued his historic rise in the professional ranks with a quick demolition of MMA fighter Marcelino Rangel (1-2).

Phoenix, Arizona’s Garcia (4-0, 3 KOs), a four-time national champion as an amateur, had too many gifts for Rangel, who crumbled from the powerful onslaught from the teenage sensation at 2:53 of the opening frame.

“It’s a blessing. I wasn’t really looking for it but, it just came,” said Garcia of the knockout. “I felt like the time was right. He was moving around a lot, so I had to cut the ring off and land some power shots. I felt the time was right to trap him in the corner and demolish him.”

Rising welterweight prospect Thanjhae Teasley (13-0, 6 KOs) continued his ascension with a clear six-round unanimous decision over 30-fight veteran Nelson Morales.

26-year-old Teasley looked sharp against his former sparring partner Morales, banging him with wilting left hooks to the body and strong combinations to the head throughout the action. The iron-chinned Morales, stopped just two times against a long list of top competitors in his career, was able to survive the onslaught and offered moderate resistance.

At the end of the action, the scores were academic at 60-54 by all three judges.

Formerly world-ranked bantamweight Jonathan Rodriguez (18-3-1, 7 KOs) shook off the rust from 11 months of inactivity and got back in the win column with a unanimous eight-round decision over durable Colombian veteran Jesus Martinez (38-27-1, 16 KOs).

Rodriguez got in eight workmanlike rounds of work from the well-traveled Martinez, but the outcome was never in doubt. Upping the pace in the last round, Rodriguez was able to briefly hurt Martinez in a standout round eight for him.

The scores were 80-72, 80-72 and 79-73.

Promising 18-year-old super lightweight prospect Elijah “Macho” Gonzalez (2-0, 2 KOs) scored an entertaining fourth-round knockout over Codi Chavez (0-2).

In against an offensively gifted and younger foe, the game, but outgunned, Chavez was already bleeding from the nose by the end of round one and was dropped twice in round four. The first knockdown came from a perfect Gonzalez left hook and the finishing blow was a flush right to the jaw, which prompted Referee Shawn Clark to wave it off at 1:31 of round four.

To open the night’s action, former amateur standout Rommel “Ro” Dunbar Jr. (1-0) made a successful professional debut at super featherweight by taking a dominant four-round unanimous decision over Denzel Bowlding (0-6). A three-time state champion before turning pro, Dunbar stayed busy throughout, working especially well to Bowlding’s body against the ropes.

All three judges had it 40-36.

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PHILADELPHIA – June 6, 2025 – Boxing legend Danny Garcia’s Swift Promotions will showcase a loaded lineup of top rising talent and contenders this Saturday, June 7 all highlighted by the return of former world champion Mickey Bey (25-3-1, 13 KOs) as he takes on former interim champion Oscar Escandon (27-10, 18 KOs) in the eight-round lightweight main event from the Newtown Sports & Events Center in Newtown, Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia.

Titled “The Future Is Now: Series II”, the event will also feature the U.S. debut of sensational 16-year-old prospect “King” David Garcia (3-0, 2 KOs), as he faces Marcelino Rangel (1-1) in a four-round bantamweight tilt.

**Tickets for the live event are on sale now and can be purchased HERE

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The event will stream live beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Millions.co or through the Millions App for the price of $19.99.

Also stepping into the ring is Puerto Rican contender Jonathan Rodriguez (17-3-1, 7 KOs) in an eight-round bantamweight attraction against veteran Mexican contender Jesus Martinez (38-26-1, 16 KOs).

The action will also see 8-0 super featherweight Dariial Kuchmenov in an eight-round fight for an NBA Regional Title against Diuhl Olguin. A pair of exciting prospects make their pro debuts as Rommel Dunbar Jr. steps in for a four-round featherweight battle against Denzel Bowlding, while super lightweight Brandon Browne competes against Shaquille Rushing in a four-round affair.

Rounding out the lineup is rising 12-0 welterweight Thanjhae Teasley who faces Nelson Morales in a six-round welterweight contest and 1-0 Brooklyn-native Elijah Gonzalez in a four-round super lightweight fight taking on Codi Chavez.

Swift Promotions will look to build off of the momentum of their previous event in March and deliver another night of memorable action for fight fans in Pennsylvania, as they look ahead to a big 2025 for the budding promotional outfit. 

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PHILADELPHIA – June 4, 2025 – Highly-acclaimed teenage prospect “King” David Garcia will make his debut for boxing legend Danny Garcia’s Swift Promotions this Saturday night as he takes on Marcelino Rangel (1-1) in a four-round bantamweight matchup from the Newtown Sports & Events Center in Newtown, Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia.

“Being able to make my U.S. debut with Swift Promotions has always been a dream of mine,” said Garcia, who’s already racked up a 3-0 record with 2 KO’s. “It means everything to me. It means that on June 7, a star will be born. That day will be legendary.”

At just 15-years-old, Garcia turned pro in 2024 after a standout amateur run across 80 fights that included four national championships (U.S. Championship, National Junior Olympics, National Silver Gloves and Wester Elite Qualifier). A native of Phoenix, Arizona, Garcia scored three victories last year, including two by stoppage, and will campaign at 115 pounds. Now 16-years-old, Garcia says his young foray into the paid ranks has always been the plan.

“We’ve known since I was about 13 that we were going to turn pro early,” said Garcia, who’s trained by his father David Sr. “We always wanted to do something different and stand out. Turning pro at 15 I feel like LeBron James, fresh out of high school to the NBA. That’s the type of statement we made by choosing the decision to go pro young and sign with a promotion company like Swift Promotions. We wanted to stand out.”

Garcia began boxing at just four-years-old, as his father and trainer David Sr. was inspired by the father-son team of Danny and Angel Garcia. He’s quickly shown the makings of a future world champion, and with the backing of boxing stalwarts such as Danny Garcia, Puerto Rican star Edgar Berlanga and former world champion Mickey Bey.

“Right now, Edgar is at the highest level in his career as far as his mentality and work ethic,” said Garcia, who will join Berlanga in training camp after June 7. “I’m excited to be around that energy and I think it’s gonna help me grow. I’ve been to camp with him a few times when I was younger, but this will be my first time when we’re both pros. I’m looking to be in that atmosphere with his killer mentality.”

With his idol Danny Garcia, “King” David explained how this June 7 event is the culmination of a years-long relationship between the two Garcia’s.

“I met Danny since I was six-years-old and I’ve been around him ever since,” said “King” David Garcia. “Whenever I was going to his fights or his training camps, I always told myself I was gonna be in his shoes one day. We used to talk about him signing me when he was later in his career, so it was a no-brainer when the time came. I feel comfortable with Danny guiding my career since he’s been in every situation that I’m gonna go through. We have the cheat code having Danny in our corner.”

A native of Phoenix, Arizona, Garcia scored three victories in his debut year, and will look to make a big statement fighting just outside of Philadelphia, a place he considers his home away from home because of his time spent with the legendary Danny Garcia.

“I’m so ready to put on a show for the Philly fans,” said Garcia. “That’s always been a second home for me, so to have my U.S. debut there is really exciting. I’m looking to make a statement to show that I belong in the pro game at the elite level. I’m gonna show everybody why I turned pro at such a young age.”

Despite his young age, Garcia has already set his expectations as high as possible, with his eyes set on fighting as much as possible in order to rocket up the rankings on his way to becoming the youngest world champion in history.

“The goal is to get more fights and more wins,” said Garcia. “We got a couple of big ones coming up, so I’m gonna stay busy. I plan to make a run to try to be the youngest world champion in the history of boxing. Until then, I just want to rack up more wins and be an inspiration for other kids out there.”

Title “The Future Is Now: Series II”, the event will stream live beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Millions.co or through the Millions App for the price of $19.99.

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PHILADELPHIA – May 6, 2025 – Boxing legend Danny Garcia’s Swift Promotions will return for their second event of 2025 with an action-packed lineup headlined by the return of former world champion Mickey Bey taking on Tobias Green, and also featuring super prospect “King” David Garcia and more on Saturday, June 7 from the Newtown Sports & Events Center in Newtown, Pennsylvania, outside of Philadelphia.

Title “The Future Is Now: Series II”, the event will feature some of the sport’s premier rising talent as Swift Promotions will look to build off of the momentum of their previous event in March and deliver another night of memorable action for fight fans in Pennsylvania.

**Tickets for the live event are on sale now and can be purchased HERE

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The event will stream live beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Millions.co or through the Millions App for the price of $19.99.

“I can’t wait for June 7 to give fight fans from Philly and all of Pennsylvania another stacked card with the stars of Swift Promotions,” said boxing legend and Founder and CEO of Swift Promotions Danny Garcia. “From top to bottom, these fighters have serious skills and they’re ready to leave it all in the ring. Make sure you come out and support, because I know everyone on this card is coming to show out.”

A native of Cleveland, Ohio who now trains in Philadelphia, Bey (25-3-1, 13 KOs) became a world champion in 2014 with a decision victory over the reigning lightweight world champion Miguel Vazquez, who had been riding a 13-fight winning streak before running into Bey. Most recently, Bey returned to the ring with a pair of stoppage victories in October 2023 and May 2024 and has now joined the Swift Promotions stable as he looks to make another run to the top of the sport beginning with this eight-round super lightweight attraction on June 7. He will face the 28-year-old Green (12-3-1, 4 KOs), who is unbeaten in his last six outings. A Florida-native, Green will make his 2025 debut after defeating Jayson Velez in June 2024 before most recently fighting Andrew Rodgers to a draw in July.

At just 15-years-old, David “King” Garcia (3-0, 2 KOs) turned pro in 2024 after a standout amateur run across 80 fights that included four national championships and has now signed with Swift Promotions to continue his pro run. A native of Phoenix, Arizona, Garcia began boxing at just four-years-old, as his father and trainer David Sr. was inspired by the father-son team of Danny and Angel Garcia. With the backing of boxing stalwarts such as Danny Garcia, Puerto Rican star Edgar Berlanga and former world champion Mickey Bey, Garcia opted for the professional ranks instead of a run to the Olympics, and will continue that journey on June 7 in a four-round bout for a bantamweight youth title.

The action will also see Philadelphia’s own Miguel Roman (4-1-1, 1 KO) step into the ring for a six-round super featherweight affair as he looks to bounce back from a split-draw against Michael Ruiz in his previous fight last November. The 25-year-old turned pro in 2020 and won his first four bouts.

Also stepping into the ring is rising welterweight Thanjhae Teasley (12-0, 6 KOs) looking to keep his unbeaten record intact in an eight-round showdown. The 26-year-old Teasley is a native of Allentown, Pennsylvania and kicked off his 2025 in Swift Promotions’ first event of the year, as he stopped Eudy Bernardo in three rounds on March 8.

June 7 will also feature the return of Puerto Rican contender Jonathan Rodriguez (17-3-1, 7 KOs) in an eight-round bantamweight attraction. Now fighting out of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Rodriguez worked his way up the rankings with a 10-fight unbeaten streak before he was beaten by top contender Antonio Vargas in February 2024. Most recently, Rodriguez traveled to Japan and dropped a contest to Japanese superstar Tenshin Nasukawa last July.

The stacked card continues with the return of the unbeaten Raymond Cuadrado (8-0, 3 KOs) in a six-round attraction fought at a 138-pound catchweight. The 28-year-old from Ridgewood, New York last entered the ring in June 2023 when he defeated Yeuri Andujar by unanimous decision.

Exciting featherweight prospect Keith Colon (5-0, 5 KOs) will make his third appearance of 2025 on June 7, as he competes in a six-round duel. The 22-year-old put together a stellar amateur career that included a run to the final of the 2021 U.S.A. National Championship. Fighting out of his native Newark, New Jersey, Colon has scored stoppage victories over Angelo Ramos in February and Rashad Hicks in April so far this year.

The hard-hitting 22-year-old Russian prospect Dariial Kuchmenov (8-0, 6 KOs) will compete in a six-round super featherweight bout. Now fighting out of Los Angeles, Kuchmenov enters this fight having scored KO victories in each of his last three outings, including most recently delivering a first-round stoppage of Daniel Lugo in May 2024.

Also in action will be 19-year-old prospect Juan Rivera V (6-0, 4 KOs) in a six-round super lightweight attraction. A Philadelphia-native with a high-level amateur pedigree, Rivera turned pro in April 2024, and has already earned a pair of victories in 2025 after stoppages of Marcello Williams in February and Yeifer Valencia one month later in March.

Making his pro debut will be amateur standout Rommel “Ro” Dunbar in a four-round featherweight tilt. A three-time state champion before turning pro, Dunbar has sparred with notable action fighter and former title challenger Azat Hovhannisyan.

PHILADELPHIA – March 7, 2025 – Boxing legend Danny Garcia’s Swift Promotions will continue to build off their four-event debut last year by kicking off 2025 with another explosive night of action, as “THE FUTURE IS NOW” comes to the famed 2300 Arena in Philadelphia on Saturday, March 8, featuring some of boxing’s most exciting prospects and contenders.

Unbeaten Mathew “Lefty Gunz” Gonzalez (15-0-1, 10 KOs) of Ridgewood, New York, takes on Jino Rodrigo (12-4-2, 10 KOs) of Antipolo City, Rizal, Philippines in an eight-round super lightweight attraction that headlines the card streaming live on BXNG TV beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT. In the eight-round co-featured bout, popular super middleweight Thomas “Cornflake” Lamanna (38-5-1, 17 KOs), of Millville, New Jersey, will face Noe Alejandro Lopez (11-6-1, 4 KOs) of Spring, TX.

Undefeated welterweight Juan Rivera V (5-0, 3 KOs) of Philadelphia will go against Maracaibo, Venezuela’s Yeifer Valencia (6-4, 5 KOs) in a six-round battle, while super lightweight contender Daiyaan Butt (19-2, 10 KOs) of Newark, New Jersey will go eight rounds against proven veteran Issouf Kinda (20-6, 9 KOs) of the Bronx via Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.

In a six-round junior flyweight attraction, rising women’s prospect Nyousha “SuperFly” Nakhjiri (1-0) of Vancouver, Canada via Iran competes against Josefina Vega (9-11, 4 KOs) of New York City via Quito, Ecuador.

Allentown, Pennsylvania, prospect Thanjhae Teasley (11-0, 5 KOs) will put his undefeated record on the line in a super welterweight six-rounder versus the Dominican Republic’s Eudy Bernardo (25-8, 18 KOs).

Unbeaten power-punching super lightweight Thomas Blumenfeld (7-0, 6 KOs) of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, will take on once-beaten rival Frankie Sanchez Jr. (7-1-2, 6 KOs) of Aurora CA, over eight rounds, and rounding out this stacked night of boxing, undefeated Maple Shade, New Jersey, lightweight Justin Palmieri (3-0, 1 KO) will appear in a four-round bout against also undefeated Antonio Gates (3-0, 2 KOs) of Metairie, Louisiana via Chicago.

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After putting on four events in the second half of last year, Swift Promotions will surge into 2025 with a loaded fight card all taking place at the classic Philadelphia venue known for boxing action. With a big 2025 in the works, Swift Promotions Founder Danny Garcia believes March 8 will set the tone for the year ahead.

“This is gonna be a can’t-miss night for Swift Promotions to kick off the year with on March 8 at 2300 Arena in Philly,” said boxing legend and Founder and CEO of Swift Promotions Danny Garcia. “We’ve got some of the best young talent in the world going into that ring and I can’t wait for them to display their skills.”

Now fighting out of New Jersey under the Swift Promotions banner, Puerto Rican contender Mathew Gonzalez is unbeaten since turning pro in 2017 and will look to continue his ascent up the 140-pound rankings on March 8. The 29-year-old has scored stoppage victories in five of his last six victories, with the only blemish in his pro career so far coming via a majority draw against Dakota Linger in October 2021. Gonzalez will return to the friendly confines of the 2300 Arena, where his last two victories took place. Those triumphs saw him stop Benjamin Lamptey in round two of their July 2024 clash, before he most recently scored another second-round stoppage, this time over Patrick Okine last September.

A 14-year professional, the likeable “Cornflake” LaManna has previously held the WBC FECARBOX and the New Jersey State Welterweight Championships and, in his most recent fight, captured the World Boxing Association (WBA) middleweight gold belt with a third-round knockout win over Juan Carlos Abreu in June 2024 at Bally’s Atlantic City. LaManna has won his last eight bouts, dating back to 2021.

Born in Iran and representing Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nyousha Nakhjiri (1-0) was a prolific amateur who amassed a 45-10 record including a gold medal at the Haringey Box Cup, Europe’s largest open tournament. Her amateur run saw her ranked as the No. 1 flyweight on the Canadian National Team before she turned pro last May. The 27-year-old recently joined the Swift Promotions team after a successful pro debut that saw her defeat Frida Citlati Torres Rangel by decision last May.

By Norm Frauenheim (Ringside)

LAS VEGAS –On the scorecards, there was no upset.

But in the court of public opinion, there was a big one.

From pillar to post — sports book to social media, Edgar Berlanga had been mocked, dismissed and damned. The consensus was that Berlanga had no chance against Canelo Alvarez.

But Berlanga was there in the twelfth and final round, trading punches and more than a few words in a pay-per-view fight Saturday night in front of an announced crowd of 20,312 at T-Mobile Arena. Berlanga went the distance. Before opening bell, his chances at that were about as good as the Chicago White Sox winning the World Series.

At 27, Berlanga (22-1, 17 KOs) managed to surprise Canelo (62-2-2, 39 KOs), who promised a knockout before the eighth round. Early on, however, Berlanga displayed something Canelo didn’t expect. The younger man was– is –durable. Above all, he can take a punch.

In the third round, Canelo landed his best, a counter left that has stopped so many other Canelo challengers. It dropped Berlanga, flat on his rear end. But Berlanga did what so many have failed to do. He got up.

Canelo attacked, almost in a desperate pursuit to end it, then and there. But Berlanga had the presence of mind to elude those assaults and then to attack in his own right.

In the end, Canelo, still the unified super-middleweight champion, walked away with a solid decision, 118-109 on two cards and 117-110 on the third. But he didn’t fulfill his promised knockout, which means he didn’t dispel questions about how he’d do against David Benavidez or Terence Crawford. More on them later.

“No, I did good,” he said to a roaring crowd of Mexican partisans.. “Now, what are they going to say.”

There will be doubts. That’s a safe bet. He hasn’t scored a knockout in almost three years. Canelo has his critics and they will be out in force after going the distance against the underrated Puerto Rican. Canelo seemed to know that. Still, his confidence remains unshaken.

“I’m the best fighter in the world,” he said.

Dispute that claim, and many will.  But his dominance at the box office remains unchallenged. He jammed T-Mobile with a crowd that was called a sellout. This side of Japan’s Naoya Inoue, what other boxer in the world can do that these days? Dumb question.

Boxing has its own way of saying: Follow The Money. Follow Canelo. That won’t change, tomorrow or until he retires, perhaps when the 34-year-old fighter turns 37..

But his challengers are younger and only getting better. Berlanga was evidence of that.

“I’m upset because at the end of the day I’m a winner,” Berlanga said.

He was Saturday and he will be again.

Meanwhile, questions about Canelo’s future remain unanswered Crawford at a 168 pounds? Benavidez?

“I”m going to rest and then I’m going to decide what’s next,” he said.

Garcia takes knee, Lara retains title

Danny Garcia apologized.

But an angry crowd booed.

Forget apologies, a near capacity crowd at T-Mobile Arena wanted a fight and it didn’t get one in an advertised middleweight title fight between Garcia and a defending belt-holder, 41-year-old Erislandy Lara Saturday night in the final bout before the Canelo Alvarez-Edgar Berlanga main event.

Garcia, a former junior-welterweight and welterweight champion fighting at 160 pounds for the first time, took a knee in the final second of the ninth round and then surrendered on his stool seconds before the 10th.

“I’m sorry,” Garcia (37-4, 21 KOs) said. “I tried. You can’t succeed if you don’t try.”

Garcia wasn’t able to do much of anything against the middle-aged Lara (31-3-3, 18 KOs), who claims to be the oldest champion in Cuban history.

Presumably, Lara will schedule a few more title defenses. He’ll be 42 in April. It wasn’t clear what Garcia or his volatile father trainer Angel will do next. But the boos included an unmistakable message:

Retire.

Caleb Plant stops McCumby for TKO win

Caleb Plant and Trevor McCumby exchanged insults. They mocked each other in word and gesture. But this was no clown show.

Not in the end.

Plant and McCumby settled their difference along the ropes, boxing’s trenches where blood and bruises are more decisive than words can ever be.. That’s where Plant was at his brutal best. That’s also where he won, pounding McCumby with an avalanche of punches that rained off him from round to round.

At 2:59 of the ninth round of the  contentious super-middleweight fight on the Canelo Alvarez-Edgar Berlanga card at Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, it was over. That’s when the referee stepped in and halted the brawl.

Plant (23-2, 14 KOs) was the TKO winner, leaving McCumby, a former prospect, to ponder what he’ll do next after his first loss, yet only his fourth fight since 2018 .

McCumby (28-1, 21 KOs), a Chicago native now living in Glendale AZ, scored a knockdown in the fourth, although it looked as if a push instead of a punch sent Plant backpedaling into the ropes onto the canvas. McCumby danced after that one. He shook his hips at Plant.

As it turned out, however, Plant was just warming up. He began to pin McCumby on the ropes, punishing him with successive blows from the fifth until the inevitable end. 

“It was a pretty tough fight,” Plant, a former super middleweight champion, said.  “I was just easing in. I proved that I can fight on the inside tonight and I did what I had to do.

“He caught me pulling out and hit me in the shoulder, but that’s part of the game. He came in with wild punches and I just had to stay focused. That’s what champions do..”

Romero wins one-sided decision, hopes for title shot

Rollie Romero wanted a steppingstone.

He got one, scoring a unanimous decision over Manuel Jaimes in junior-welterweight bout Saturday on the Canelo-Bernlanga card at Mobile Arena Saturday night. 

“I needed a tough 10-round fight against someone hungry and that’s what I got tonight,” Romero (16-3, 13 KOs), a Las Vegas fighter said. “I was doing a lot of stuff tonight that I should have done in my earlier fights.

“Jaimes was coming forward a lot, but I was controlling the pace. The fight was going how I wanted it to. In the later rounds I started coming forward more and landing more body shots. 

“Hopefully I’m fighting for a title next.

“I have my eye on any of the champions.”

Jaimes (16-2-1, 11 KOs), of Stockton CA, simply couldn’t keep up with Romero, who simply outworked him.

“The judges saw what they saw”  he said.  “I’d have to watch the tape to be able to score it myself. I could have been more active, that would have helped me land more.”

Fulton scores controversial decision over Carlos Castro

Carlos Castro got the knockdown.

Got the loss, too.

For Stephen Fulton, there were boos. 

“A shout out to the boos,” Fulton said.

Fulton accepted the booing, because he got the win too, a controversial split decision Saturday over Castro, a resilient Phoenix featherweight whose bid for a significant upset was denied by some debatable scoring.

Lisa Giampa had it 95-94, for Castro. On David Sutherland’s card, it was 96-93 for Fulton. On Don Trella’s card, it 95-94, also for Fulton

Castro (30-3, 14 KOs), a skilled boxer, pursued Flulton early and often with a slick mix of head shots and body punches. The early attack seemed to surprise Fulton (22-1, 8 KOs), who hadn’t fought since getting knocked out by pound-for-pound front-runner Naoya Inoue in Tokyo in July 2023.

There were moments when it looked as if Fulton underestimated Castro, especially his power. In the fifth, however, Castro delivered an overhand right that stunned Fulton. It also might have awakened Fulton to a threat he might not have foreseen in his first fight in more than a year. 

It knocked him down. 

For the next couple of rounds, Fulton was cautious. And Castro was aggressive. moving forward with quick hands to the body and head. In the seventh and eighth, a still-arriving crowd for the Canelo Alvarez-Edgar Berlanga main event began to chant:

“Castro, Castro.”

By then, Fulton had begun to rally. landing repeated head shots, all powered by the realization that the fight was up for grabs.

Again in the ninth and the 10th, it looked as if Castro had begun to tire. Yet, he answered Fulton’s punches with some of his own, especially in the fight’s final, furious seconds.

“Castro, Castro,” the crowd chanted.

Apparently, Sutherland and Trella didn’t hear them

Boom, one big counter from Ricardo Salas scores a stoppage

One counter was enough.

Ricardo Salas, a Mexico City welterweight, threw it.

It floored Venezuelan Roiman Villa, draining him of any motivation to continue. He stayed down, wiping blood away from a wound beneath one eye and waving one hand in apparent surrender midway through the third round.

Salas (20-2-2, 15 KOs) threw it – a straight right hand, — just as Villa (26-3, 24 KOs) missed wildly with a lunging punch. Sala followed with a glancing left. But the counter did the job, finishing Villa at 2:06 of the third. 

Eddy Reynoso-trained Goe Lopez wins decision

Geo Lopez had power, hand speed and quick feet.

Only a stoppage was missing.

It eluded Lopez (17-0, 12 KOs), a junior lightweight from Orlando,  in the eighth and furious final round Saturday. A powerful left hand sent Ricky Mediana down and tumbling onto the canvas. 

Somehow, however, Medina (15-3, 8 KOs) scrambled to his feet. He survived. But Lopez , who had Canelo trainer Eddy Reynoso in his corner, won, scoring a one-sided decision Saturday on the Canelo Alvarez-Edgar Berlanga card at T-Mobile Arena

Canelo-Berlanga Undercard: Middleweight suffers scary KO

Three fights, three second-round stoppages.

But this one was devastating, momentarily scary.

Cuban middleweight Yoenli Feliciano Hernandez‘ perfect record (5-0, 5 KOs) suggests world-class power. It was more than just a suggestion Saturday in the third fight on a card featuring Canelo Alvarez-versus-Edgar Berlanga Saturday at Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena.

Hernandez’ power put Jose Sanchez Charles down, flat on his face midway at 1:47 of the second. Charles (21-6-1, 12 KOs), of Mexico, stayed on he canvas,  motionless and face down, for several long moments before he was able to climb to his feet and onto a nearby stool.

Eventually, he stood up and seemed to say he was OK to medical personnel who had rushed to his side. Then, he waved at a sparse crowd of fans.They applauded, relieved to see the fighter walk out of the ring under his own power. 

Canelo-Berlanga Card: Second fight delivers another second round stoppage

Two fights, two stoppages, both in the second round.

Lawrence King (17-1, 14 KOs) delivered an encore of the Canelo-Berlanga  card’s opening salvo, scoring a second-round stoppage of Vaughn Williams Saturday at Vegas’ T- Mobile Arena.

King, a light-heavyweight from San Bernardino CA., dropped Williams (12-2, 8 KOs), of South Carolina, twice in the second. It was over at 2:15 of the round.

First Bell: Canelo-Berlanga show opens with quick KO

The doors opened, the first bell sounded and Bek Nurmaganbet took care of business before anybody among a handful of early arrivals could get to their seats.

That’s how fast the Canelo Alvarez-Edgar Berlanga card  got underway Saturday at T-Mobile Arena.

Nearly eight hours before the main event and about an hour after high noon, Nurmaganbet ((12-0, 10 KOs) a super-middleweight from Kazakhstan, wasted little time and not much energy, overwhelming Joshua Conley (17-7-1, 11 KOs) within two rounds.  Conley, of San Bernardino CA, never had a chance. Nurmaganbet stopped him in the closing seconds of the second. 

LAS VEGAS – September 11, 2024 – Fighters competing on the stacked Canelo vs. Berlanga undercard took part in a media workout on Wednesday before Canelo Promotions presents a Mexican Independence Day Weekend extravaganza headlined by pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez taking on undefeated contender Edgar Berlanga headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video this Saturday, September 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The workout featured reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara and two-division world champion Danny “Swift” García, who meet in the co-main event, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant and undefeated contender Trevor McCumby, who duel for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, and former 140-pound world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero and hard-hitting Manuel Jaimes, who square off in the pay-per-view opener.

Wednesday’s workout also featured former unified super bantamweight world champion Stephen Fulton Jr. and all-action contender Carlos Castro, who top a three-fight PBC on Prime Video lineup beginning at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT leading up to the pay-per-view. The live-streaming action will be available via free access to all fans, regardless of Prime membership or purchase of the PPV card it leads into.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the  PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from MGM Grand:

ERISLANDY LARA

“Garcia is a good fighter and he’s been a champion in multiple divisions, but let’s see how he does at 160. It’s a different animal up here.

“I’ve just worked hard and taken care of my body. There’s no secret to it. I take this sport seriously.”

DANNY GARCIA

“I’m chasing history. If you believe in yourself 100%, then the sky is the limit. I believe in the work me and my team put in. We’re coming to achieve greatness.

“We had the right sparring and did everything correct to get ready for Lara. We’re excited to get in the ring.

“I always feel nerves before a fight. If you’re not feeling those nerves, you’re doing something wrong. You want to be on your toes and ready for everything.”

CALEB PLANT

“He’s not experienced enough for me. I’m ready for the biggest challenges, but first thing’s first, I’m focused on Saturday night and getting that belt around my waist.

“Family is super important to me. My family is always in the gym with me. We’re a boxing family and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”

TREVOR MCCUMBY

“I’ve had a lot more sparring and running this camp and I’ve just been doing everything my coach has asked.

“I’m not nervous at all. I’ve done this my whole life and I’m ready for him. I’m ready to meet him in the center of the ring and I’ll be ready if he wants to get on his bike.”

ROLANDO ROMERO

“I don’t know much about Jaimes, but I know it’s important to put on a good performance. I’m focused and haven’t thought about anything past this fight.”  

MANUEL JAIMES

“I had a great camp getting in a lot of work at Robert Garcia’s gym. They have Hall of Fame coaches and amazing sparring. It was exactly what I needed.

“This is what I dreamed of as a kid. I always wanted to be on the biggest cards and it doesn’t get any bigger than a Canelo fight on Mexican Independence Day Weekend in Las Vegas.

“I’m the underdog coming into Rolly’s hometown, but it’s all good. I’m coming to win.”

STEPHEN FULTON JR.

“I’m just happy to be back. I’m feeling good and I’m ready. I have a new lead trainer and we’ve worked on a lot of different things that will show on fight night.

“I’m not sure what to expect from Castro. Nobody fights the same every time out. Styles make fights. My message to the fan is that I’m coming for the knockout.”

CARLOS CASTRO

“It’s a dream come true for me to be on this Canelo undercard. It’s the kind of thing you work your whole career for.

“I’m expecting a hungry Stephen Fulton Jr. coming off a loss. He wants to avenge it and he’s coming with everything, just like I am.

“We definitely are coming to steal the show. I don’t have a prediction, but it’s gonna be fireworks.”

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ABOUT CANELO VS. BERLANGA

Canelo vs. Berlanga will deliver the latest installment of the historic Mexico vs. Puerto Rico rivalry as Canelo Promotions presents pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez putting his unified WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Titles on the line against undefeated WBA No. 1-Ranked Mandatory Contender Edgar Berlanga headlining a Mexican Independence Day weekend extravaganza topping a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The star-studded co-main event will feature Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara taking on hard-hitting two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García in a 12-round showdown between two of this era’s most accomplished fighters.

Plus, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant will take on undefeated contender Trevor McCumby for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, while the former 140-pound world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero steps into the ring against the hard-hitting Manuel Jaimes in a 10-round bout opening the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the  PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

Preceding the pay-per-view, former unified world champion Stephen Fulton Jr. will take on all-action contender Carlos Castro in a featherweight clash that will headline a three-fight PBC on Prime Video lineup. The live-streaming action will begin at 6:00 p.m. ET/3:00 p.m. PT and be available via free access to all fans, regardless of Prime membership or purchase of the PPV card it leads into.

The streaming presentation will also feature hard-hitting Roiman Villa dueling Mexico’s Ricardo Salas in a welterweight battle, plus unbeaten prospect Jonathan Lopez squares off against Richard Medina in a super featherweight clash that kicks off the action.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

For more information visit www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, follow #CaneloBerlanga, follow on Twitter @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotions, on Instagram @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotionss or become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions

LAS VEGAS – August 20, 2024 – Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara will look to extend his three-fight KO streak when he faces off against two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia in the star-studded co-main event a PBC Pay-Per-View available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, September 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

“Danny Garcia is a great fighter, a multiple-division world champion, and like me, he’s one of the best fighters of this generation,” said Lara. “This is going to be the fight of the night. I knocked out my last three opponents, and I’m training to make it four.

“This is going to be a tough fight, I know that. But every fight at the championship level is tough and has its challenges. I’m preparing hard for Danny and I believe that my experience fighting at this weight will be an advantage.”

This co-main event between two of the most skilled and accomplished fighters of this era will lead into the main event, as Canelo Promotions presents the Mexican Independence Day weekend blockbuster headlined by pound-for-pound great Canelo Álvarez putting his unified super middleweight world titles on the line against unbeaten WBA No. 1-ranked mandatory contender Edgar Berlanga.

Heading into this matchup, Lara and Garcia have combined to face a staggering 21 world champions throughout their illustrious careers in which both have won world titles at two weight classes. Lara had an extended run as the top fighter at 154 pounds, before moving up to middleweight in 2021 and beginning his knockout streak. Trained by the renowned coach Ismael Salas, Lara will look to continue to impress as boxing’s oldest reigning world champion.

“I’m very happy with the work I’ve been putting in during this training camp,” said Lara. “We’ve had a lot of time to work on fighting Danny Garcia and we’re prepared for what he brings. He’s a very powerful puncher with both hands, so I’ve had to tighten up and make a few adjustments on my defense. My focus is why I can keep performing at this level again and again. I’m going to be in tremendous shape like I always am and I’ll be ready for anything he does in the ring.”

Lara’s last outing on Mexican Independence Day weekend came early in his career, on the undercard of a Floyd Mayweather vs. Juan Manuel Marquez headlined event. With his return to this premier day on the fight calendar set to take place in the co-main event of a star-studded Canelo Álvarez card, Lara will look to represent his Cuban heritage in front of the passionate Mexican fight fans.

“it’s a great honor to be fighting on Mexican Independence Day weekend, especially against a great Puerto Rican champion in Danny Garcia,” said Lara. “I’ll be fighting not only for my Cuban fans, but also for the Mexican fans that will be tuning in. It’s going to be a great fight for everyone watching, no matter where you’re from.”

With a chance to add a huge name to his resume and score another signature victory, Lara can earn his third-straight world title defense and make a strong case for the top spot at 160 pounds, after previously reigning at 154 pounds. In addition to those plaudits, Lara is motivated by his goal of earning a place into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

“I feel I’ve done a lot in this sport, and a win versus Danny Garcia will add another big triumph against a former world champion,” said Lara. “I’ve fought the best and have never turned down an opportunity to fight anyone. My goal is to one day be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame and I’m going to keep working to reach it.”

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ABOUT CANELO VS. BERLANGA

Canelo vs. Berlanga will deliver the latest installment of the historic Mexico vs. Puerto Rico rivalry as Canelo Promotions presents pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez putting his unified WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Titles on the line against undefeated WBA No. 1-Ranked Mandatory Contender Edgar Berlanga headlining a Mexican Independence Day weekend extravaganza topping a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The star-studded co-main event will feature Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara taking on hard-hitting two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García in a 12-round showdown between two of this era’s most accomplished fighters.

Plus, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant will take on undefeated contender Trevor McCumby for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, while the former 140-pound world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero steps into the ring against the hard-hitting Manuel Jaimes in a 10-round bout opening the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the  PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

For more information visit www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, follow #CaneloBerlanga, follow on Twitter @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotions, on Instagram @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotionss or become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions

LOS ANGELES – August 6, 2024 – Pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez and undefeated Puerto Rican knockout artist Edgar Berlanga squared off Tuesday at a press conference in Los Angeles to preview their upcoming showdown as Canelo Promotions presents a Mexican Independence Day weekend extravaganza headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The press conference also featured Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara and hard-hitting two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García as they previewed their 12-round co-main event between two of this era’s most accomplished fighters.

Also in attendance Tuesday were former IBF Super Middleweight World Champion Caleb Plant and surging unbeaten Trevor McCumby, who square off for the currently vacant Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title in a pay-per-view attraction, plus former world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero and hard-hitting Manuel Jaimes, who meet in a 10-round super lightweight clash that opens the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

The main event showdown will deliver the latest chapter in the long boxing rivalry between Mexico and Puerto Rico with the fighting pride of Mexico in Canelo Álvarez defending his unified WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Titles against Puerto Rico’s Edgar Berlanga, the WBA’s No. 1-Ranked Mandatory Contender. Highlighted by numerous historic matchups including Salvador Sánchez vs. Wilfredo Gómez and Julio César Chávez Sr. vs. Héctor Camacho, Canelo is no stranger to this heated rivalry, having defeated Puerto Rican Hall of Famer Miguel Cotto in one of the biggest Mexico vs. Puerto Rico fights in recent memory.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

Here is what the press conference participants had to say Tuesday from the Beverly Hills Hotel as Canelo and Berlanga exchanged heated verbal sparring during their face offs and throughout the Q&A portion of the event:

CANELO ÁLVAREZ

“I respect my opponents, but I like to respond when they talk. I’m going to be at my best on September 14 and I’m not gonna have any compassion for him. I’m going to be different. He needs 20 of him to give me any problems.

“I motivate myself because I love what I do. But this type of fight, and these types of fighters who talk to me like that, it motivates me even more. It gets me excited. I’m going to train like never before to win everything on September 14.

“I’m proud to represent my country, especially on days like Mexican Independence Day and especially in a Mexico vs. Puerto Rico matchup. I’m going to represent my country in fashion on September 14.

“Take it easy man, because your turn is coming. He thinks he has more intelligence than me and everyone I’ve fought. C’mon bro, he’s not gonna be able to touch me. I wanna see him try.”

EDGAR BERLANGA

“I’m blessed to have this opportunity to be in the ring with a legend. This is going to be a night for the history books. Mexico vs. Puerto Rico fights at this magnitude stay in the history books forever.

“I’m the type of fighter who comes to fight. I won’t be running. Canelo was once in my shoes and now it’s my time to make my name and become a legend in the sport of boxing.

“This is gonna be a firefight. It’s gonna be different. This is a gladiator sport at the end of the day. We’re looking to take each other out. It’s going to the next level.

“He’s fought everybody and he’s seen it all. The difference in this fight isn’t physical. It’s about IQ and intelligence in that ring. That’s gonna make the difference. You could have all the power in the world, but at this level, it’s about intelligence.

“On September 14, it’s fireworks. He sees it in my eyes. I’m never scared. I’m coming to take his spot in this sport.”

ERISLANDY LARA

“This is going to be a great fight on September 14. I’m 100% ready to get back in there and defend my world title.

“I’m still at this level because I’m always focused, inside and outside of the ring. I want to keep giving the fans great fights, just like I always have.

“Styles make fights and that’s the reason we chose Danny Garcia. He’s a strong fighter. We want this to be a high-quality bout and I believe that’s what will happen on September 14.

“I’m going to be the winner. 100%. No matter how it happens. I’m going to go in there, do my thing and end up with my hand raised.”

DANNY GARCIA

“I have a tough task ahead of me in Lara. I’m chasing greatness, because he’s a champion just like me. It’s going to be a legendary night.

“A lot of people don’t know that I’m a little big guy. I’ve always sparred with bigger people and I always thought I could go up to 160 pounds. I don’t think the weight will matter at all. If the greats can do it, I can do it too. I feel like I’m cut from that same cloth.

“It’s always been a dream of mine to be a three-division world champion. Only so many boxers can say that. The opportunity is here now. Lara has contributed a lot to the sport of boxing like I have. It’s two battle-tested warriors trying to make history. I feel like if I come out on top, this win can put me in the Hall of Fame.

“I’m excited to showcase my skills. People ask why I didn’t take a warmup fight, but when you look this good, you go straight to the top.”

CALEB PLANT

“We have a stacked card on September 14. I’ve been using my time wisely and I’m proud to say that you’ll see the best Caleb Plant of my career on September 14.

“Trevor wants to be part of the big leagues. What he thinks he’s gonna get and what he’s actually gonna get are way different.

“I live by the sword and die by the sword. Make sure you save that money Trevor, because this is gonna be your first and your last payday.

“On September 14 I get my hand raised in fashion. This is his first and last opportunity.”

TREVOR MCCUMBY

“We’re here. We’re training really really hard and I’m gonna show everyone what I’m all about on September 14.

“I’m not really concerned about what Caleb says or what he does. I think he’s kind of insecure. I’m a grown man and I conduct myself a certain way. We’re definitely gonna see on September 14. I’m not sleeping in silk sheets, he is.

“We’ll see if he gets on his bike or if he wants to fight in the center of the ring. I’m ready and I’m training hard. I promise you this is gonna be a great fight.”

ROLANDO ROMERO

“A lot of people fold when they see the big lights. He’s a puncher, so we have to be ready for him and see how he does in this big moment.

“This is gonna be the ‘Rolly’ show once again on September 14. Don’t miss it.

“I’m ready to give everyone a great show once again. I’m excited to be here and get right back into the ring.”

MANUEL JAIMES

“I know I’m a new face and I’m honored to be here with fighters that I watched growing up. But I’m not going to let the moment get too big. I have a tough opponent in front of me and we’re coming for the win.

“He’s been in more big fights, but I’ve been fighting since I was eight years old. I’ve trained in Robert Garcia’s gym and gotten a lot of rounds there. There won’t be a difference in our boxing IQ’s. I’m coming to win this fight and I know I’m gonna win this fight.

“I grew up watching all the big cards on Mexican Independence Day Weekend, so to be able to open the pay-per-view on September 14 is a dream come true. 

“If he’s overlooking me, that’s perfect. I’m coming ready.”

EDDY REYNOSO, Canelo’s Manager & Trainer

“Mexico vs. Puerto Rico is always a war. This is going to be another great chapter in a story between two countries who are very proud.

“When you’re disciplined, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. Canelo is even hungrier than he was before and that focus has brought him to where he is today.

“Canelo and Berlanga will both bring their best. But Canelo is still here, and he’s here to stay. We’ll see everyone on September 14.”

MARC FARRAIT, Berlanga’s Trainer

“We know we’re going up against an all-time great. We have our work cut out for us, but Edgar is more than ready. I tell Edgar that Canelo was in his position at one time, so we can’t come with what we’ve been coming with, it’s gotta be something special.

“Eddy Reynoso is a great trainer and that just makes me work harder. Canelo said he’s not gonna have compassion on September 14, and I’ve been saying that since we’ve been in camp. I tell Edgar that we have to be ready for war, and I know he’s ready.

“It’s no coincidence that Edgar’s first title shot will be against a legend. That’s a blessing. He has to take that extremely seriouslys. There have been so many trainers who stood here before and talked about how they can beat Canelo, and lost. So instead, we just have to keep working, because we know that in order to be great, we have to beat a great.”

TOM BROWN, President of TGB Promotions

“This really is a special event on Mexican Independence Day Weekend. That weekend always means that there’s a huge boxing event in Las Vegas. Canelo is boxing’s biggest star and he proudly represents a hard-working country with two major public holidays a year where his legions of fans get to come out and watch him fight. On September 14, the Mexican and Puerto Rican fans will be in for a great fight, because national pride will be on the line.”

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ABOUT CANELO VS. BERLANGA

Canelo vs. Berlanga will deliver the latest installment of the historic Mexico vs. Puerto Rico rivalry as Canelo Promotions presents pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez putting his unified WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Titles on the line against undefeated WBA No. 1-Ranked Mandatory Contender Edgar Berlanga headlining a Mexican Independence Day weekend extravaganza topping a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The star-studded co-main event will feature Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara taking on hard-hitting two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García in a 12-round showdown between two of this era’s most accomplished fighters.

Plus, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant will take on undefeated contender Trevor McCumby for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, while the former 140-pound world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero steps into the ring against the hard-hitting Manuel Jaimes in a 10-round bout opening the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the  PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

For more information visit www.PremierBoxingChampions.com, follow #CaneloBerlanga, follow on Twitter @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotions, on Instagram @PremierBoxing and @TGBPromotionss or become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PremierBoxingChampions

LAS VEGAS – July 25, 2024 – Pound-for-pound great and Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez will put his unified WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Titles on the line against undefeated WBA No. 1-Ranked Mandatory Contender Edgar Berlanga as Canelo Promotions presents a Mexican Independence Day weekend extravaganza headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

This showdown will deliver the latest chapter in the long boxing rivalry between Mexico and Puerto Rico with the fighting pride of Mexico in Canelo Álvarez dueling Puerto Rico’s Edgar Berlanga. Highlighted by numerous historic matchups including Salvador Sánchez vs. Wilfredo Gómez and Julio César Chávez Sr. vs. Héctor Camacho, Canelo is no stranger to this heated rivalry, having defeated Puerto Rican Hall of Famer Miguel Cotto in one of the biggest Mexico vs. Puerto Rico fights in recent memory.

In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase the PPV via DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase the PPV at PPV.com. On top of those options, fans will continue to be able to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets.

The star-studded co-main event will feature Cuban star and reigning WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara taking on hard-hitting two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García in a 12-round showdown between two of this era’s most accomplished fighters.

Pre-sale tickets are available Monday, July 29 from 10 a.m. PT until 10 p.m. PT through AXS.com by using the code: PBC. The public on-sale is scheduled for Tuesday, July 30 at 10 a.m. PT with tickets available through AXS.com.

The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, in association with Matchroom Boxing.

“Every day we are preparing,” said Eddy Reynoso, Canelo’s manager and trainer. “We know that Berlanga is a good fighter, a strong, undefeated fighter. The confrontations within boxing between Mexico and Puerto Rico are always intense fights, very morbid fights and, above all, very good boxing. Puerto Rico has produced many world champions and hall of fame fighters. Mexico has done the same. It is going to be a very attractive fight against a great fighter in Berlanga who’s undefeated and faced some of the best fighters competing at 168 pounds over the last few years.”

“I’m excited for my guy, Edgar Berlanga, to get a shot at the king of boxing Canelo Álvarez,” said Keith Connolly, Berlanga’s manager. “I want to thank all the players involved in helping me get this deal over the line. Canelo vs. Berlanga is renewing the Mexico vs Puerto Rico rivalry, which is the best in boxing history. Sept. 14 is a can’t miss event for fans around the world.”

“Mexican Independence Day weekend is synonymous with big Canelo Álvarez fights, and Saturday, Sept. 14 will be the next chapter of that historic story,” said Tom Brown, President of TGB Promotions. “Canelo has long reigned as the 168-pound king and will put his three unified world titles up against a young, power-punching contender in Edgar Berlanga as he looks to once again score a victory for his home country in the storied rivalry between Mexico and Puerto Rico. With the addition of the Erislandy Lara vs. Danny García world championship battle in the co-main event, plus more matchups to come, everything lines up for an event worthy of the holiday weekend live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in another stacked PBC Pay-Per-View on Prime Video.”

“Edgar Berlanga’s nickname is the Chosen One and I’m so happy he got the golden pick for Sept. 14,” said Eddie Hearn, Chairman of Matchroom Boxing. “This is the fight we dreamed about when we signed Edgar last year and he is ready to give everything for himself, his family and for Puerto Rico. You have a young, unbeaten, fearless puncher ready to tackle one of the all-time greats – get ready for drama in Las Vegas!”

*CANELO ÁLVAREZ VS. EDGAR BERLANGA*

The reigning WBC, WBA and WBO Super Middleweight World Champion, Canelo Álvarez will look to continue his run at the top of the super middleweight division, this time against the undefeated Edgar Berlanga, who earned the WBA’s No. 1 ranking at 168-pounds and who will look to make a monumental splash while representing his Puerto Rican heritage in the biggest fight of his career to date.

Having captured world titles at 154, 160, 168 and 175 pounds, Canelo (61-2-2, 39 KOs) steps back into the ring after dropping countryman Jaime Munguía in May on his way to a unanimous decision win. The fighting pride of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, Canelo became undisputed at super middleweight in November 2021 by taking the IBF belt from then unbeaten Caleb Plant via an 11^th-round TKO, eventually going on to successfully defend all four titles four times. After dropping a light heavyweight title fight against Dmitriy Bivol in May 2022, Canelo rebounded to defeat Gennadiy Golovkin in their Sept. 2022 trilogy fight before besting John Ryder and Jermell Charlo in 2023. Under the guidance of his renowned manager and trainer Eddy Reynoso, Canelo has triumphed over a long list of elite fighters since turning pro at just 15-years-old in 2005, including Golovkin, Charlo, Shane Mosley, Erislandy Lara, Miguel Cotto and Sergey Kovalev, to name a few. Outside of the Bivol fight, Canelo’s only other defeat came against undefeated legend Floyd Mayweather in Sept. 2013.

“I am very happy for this fight between Mexico and Puerto Rico,” said Álvarez. “It’s exciting to be part of another great Mexico vs. Puerto Rico battle inside the ring because historically we have always offered unforgettable fights full of passion. I am proud to contribute to this legacy and facing an opponent like Edgar Berlanga adds even more excitement and meaning to this event.”

A native of Brooklyn, NY who proudly represents his Puerto Rican roots, Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs) first grabbed the attention of the boxing world by knocking out his first 16 opponents in round one after turning pro in 2016. The 27-year-old continued to rack up victories after his first-round KO streak ended, defeating a slew of tough veterans including Demond Nicholson, Marcelo Cóceres, Steve Rolls and Alexis Angulo. Berlanga has continued to show impressive power to match his improving skills in his last two fights as he dropped Jason Quigley four times on his way to a 12-round unanimous decision in June 2023, before most recently stopping the previously undefeated Padraig McCrory in round six this past February. Berlanga turned pro after sporting a stellar 162-17 amateur record and is trained by his longtime trainer Marc Farrait.

“First and foremost, I want to thank the good Lord for putting me in this position,” said Berlanga. “This is the opportunity of a lifetime. I deserve to be here, and I’m going to shock the world and silence the critics by delivering a masterful performance and knocking out Canelo Álvarez on Sept. 14. I will prove that my Puerto Rican heritage surpasses Mexican boxing, from Gómez to Trinidad to Cotto, and now to Berlanga. I will reclaim what is rightfully ours. I’m ready to make this a historic firefight, continuing the greatest rivalry in boxing: Puerto Rico vs Mexico. Vamos arriba, puñeta!”

*ERISLANDY LARA VS. DANNY GARCÍA*

Pitting two fighters with more world championship experience than almost anyone else in this era of boxing, with a combined 24 appearances in world title fights, the co-main event will feature Cuban star Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara facing two-division world champion and Puerto Rican star Danny “Swift” García in a high-stakes matchup for Lara’s WBA Middleweight World Championship.

Lara (30-3-3, 18 KOs) has been dominant in his run at 160-pounds, showing off his ability to go toe-to-toe and end a fight with one punch, after establishing himself as one of boxing’s best technical fighters throughout the first part of his career. He captured his WBA title with a first-round knockout of Thomas LaManna in May 2021, before KO’ing Gary O’Sullivan in May 2022 and most recently sparking out Michael Zerafa in round two in March. Prior to his middleweight exploits, Lara was the longest reigning 154-pound world champion before he lost a tough split-decision to Jarrett Hurd in a 2018 title unification match that earned “Fight of the Year” from the BWAA. Lara returned from that fight and battled former 154-pound world titleholder Brian Castaño to an exciting draw in another narrow fight that could have gone Lara’s way. He faced a slew of the top 154-pounders in the sport, including Canelo Álvarez, ahead of his middleweight debut.

“My fight with Danny García will be a classic battle between two legendary fighters of our era,” said Lara. “We’ve both faced the best, have impressive resumes and have competed at the top level for a long time. I’m excited for this fight. I encourage all my Mexican fans to tune in on Mexican Independence Day, bring your flags and support this great event. I will represent not only Cuba, but also Mexico on this day against Puerto Rico. To everyone watching at T-Mobile Arena and on the pay-per-view on Prime Video, you will witness greatness in the ring throughout the action-packed night of boxing. I look forward to putting on a show and being the first to knock out Danny García. This will be an epic showdown!”

A world champion at 140 and 147 pounds, García (37-3, 21 KOs) owns one of the sport’s most impressive resumes as he now seeks to add a middleweight world title to his list of accomplishments. In his last fight, he put on a stellar performance at 154 pounds, keeping José Benavídez Jr. at bay on his way to a 12-round decision victory. The Philadelphia native has proudly represented his Puerto Rican heritage throughout a career that includes a run through the super lightweight division that saw him defeat a string of champions including Erik Morales, Amir Khan, Zab Judah, Lucas Matthysse, Nate Campbell and Kendall Holt. As a welterweight, he added triumphs over Lamont Peterson, Paulie Malignaggi, and Robert Guerrero, defeating Guerrero for a vacant title in 2016. García’s campaign at welterweight included narrow defeats to some of the sport’s most talented and rugged fighters in Keith Thurman, Shawn Porter, and then unbeaten unified champion Errol Spence Jr.

“This is a legacy fight and an opportunity to win a championship in my third weight class,” said García. “Lara is a great champion who’s been around for a while, but so have I. On Sept. 14, I’m bringing the Danny García show to Las Vegas and making it a historic night.”

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Philadelphia, PA (June 13, 2024) Two-Division World Champion Danny ‘Swift’ Garcia and his newly launched Swift Promotions has finalized details for an action packed 12-bout professional boxing event this Saturday, June 15 at the famed Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Remaining tickets for Tale of Garcia / The Grind Season 1 starting at $65 can be purchased at Ticketmaster and will also be available at the door on the event. The Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall is located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Doors will open on the night of the event at 6:00 p.m. ET with the first bell at 7:00 p.m. ET.

Fighting in the eight-round main event, popular undefeated heavyweight Sonny ‘The Bronco’ Conto, (12-0, 9 KOs), of Philadelphia, PA battles Quintin Sumpter, (7-2, 4 KOs), of Pittsfield, MA. The hard-hitting Conto kicks off his 2024 campaign following a six-round shutout decision over Detrailous Webster on November 10, 2023. A winner of two of his last three, Sumpter hits the ring after a unanimous victory over Zach Calmus on March 23, 2024.

In a special feature attraction, international amateur standout Johnny ‘Different Breed’ Rivera V, (1-0), of Philadelphia will fight professionally for the second time against Teon ‘Trouble Man’ McGee, (1-0, 1 KO), of Orlando, FL. in a four-round super lightweight bout. Rivera, a 19-time national amateur champion is a veteran of 290 amateur fights. He made his professional debut with a first-round knockout of DeAndre Menser on April 27, 2024. McGee stopped Shaquan Wager in the second round on January 20, 2024.

Top super bantamweight prospect Miguel Roman, (4-0, 1 KO), of Philadelphia looks to stay perfect in a scheduled four rounder against Joseph Elzey, (1-0, 1 KO). Fighting again at Boardwalk Hall, the all-action attraction hits the ring following a third-round stoppage of Hector Becerra on January 13, 2024.

Undefeated cruiserweight prospect Stanley Johnson, (3-0, 2 KOs), of Houston, TX will battle Raphael Carolina, (2-4-2, 1 KO), of Wendell, North Carolina. Johnson returns to action off a first-round knockout of Isaac Gleason on January 20, 2024.

Highly regarded female newcomer Florencia Pajares Brito of Las Vegas, NV and Uruguay will make her professional debut in a four round super bantamweight bout against the also debuting Deirdre Rhodes of St Louis, MO.

Undefeated super lightweight Tyhler ‘The Black Mamba’ Williams, (8-0, 5 KOs), of Philadelphia, PA will put his undefeated record on the line against Michael Crain, (5-7-2, 1 KO), of Smyrna, DE in a scheduled four rounder.

Fighting in the welterweight division over four rounds, Jason ‘The Don’ Moreno, (1-0, 1 KO), of Iselin, New Jersey, faces pro debuting Lucien ‘The Chosen One’ Hannah of Kingston, New York.

In a four round light heavyweight bout, Tyler ‘The Ghost’ VanOrden, (1-0), of Elizabeth, New Jersey, battles southpaw Eric Hayes, (0-2), of Detroit, MI.

Philadelphia’s Billy Briscoe Jr., (3-1-1, 3 KOs), clashes with Kijonti Davis, (1-4-1, 1 KO), in a four-round middleweight bout.

Heavyweight Terrick Maven, (0-2), of Vineland, NJ looks for his first victory in a scheduled four rounder against the pro debuting Bruce Seldon Jr., son of the former WBA Heavyweight World Champion.

Featherweight Aanjhrue ‘The Goat’ Williams of Philadelphia, PA will make his pro debut against Jeremiah Brackett, (0-2), over four rounds.

Rounding out the event in a super lightweight four rounder, Joel Flores, (3-0-2, 1 KO), of Passaic, New Jersey faces Tyree Arnold, (1-6), of Philadelphia, PA.

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About Swift Promotions

Swift Promotions was founded by two-division world champion and Philadelphia born and raised Danny ‘Swift’ Garcia and highly successful, local business entrepreneur Mike Farrell, owner of numerous, flourishing companies. Included among his recent businesses is True Gold Worldwide which delivered exotic cars to numerous celebrities including 50 Cent, Meek Mill, Busta Rhymes, Lil Durk and Will Castro. Currently Farrell owns and operates M & SF Holdings, a leasing company.

Swift Promotions will showcase the best prospects, top contenders and future world champions in the Philadelphia area. Garcia and Farrell bring their passion for boxing and an unsurpassed work ethic towards this new sports enterprise.

Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center are operated by OVG360 and owned and funded by the CRDA.

About OVG360

OVG360, a division of Oak View Group, is a full-service venue management and hospitality company that helps client-partners reimagine the sports, live entertainment, and convention industries for the betterment of the venue, employees, artists, athletes, and surrounding communities. With a portfolio of more than 200 client-partners spanning arenas, stadiums, convention centers, performing arts centers, cultural institutions, and state fairs around the globe, OVG360 provides a set of services, resources and expertise designed to elevate every aspect of business that matters to venue operators. Service-oriented and driven by social responsibility, OVG360 helps facilities drive value through excellence and innovation in food services, booking and content development, sustainable operations, public health, and public safety and more.

About the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA)

The only agency of its kind nationwide, the CRDA has used Atlantic City casino reinvestments as a catalyst for meaningful, positive improvement in the lives of New Jersey residents since 1984. Under the 2011 Tourism District Act, the Authority’s mission evolved from statewide projects to becoming the state’s key economic development agency for Atlantic City. CRDA’s expanded responsibilities now include land use regulation, tourism marketing and clean and safe initiatives. The CRDA also oversees Historic Boardwalk Hall (the leading entertainment venue of its size in the country) and the Atlantic City Convention Center. In total, CRDA has invested nearly $2 billion in more than 400 projects statewide, of which $1.8 billion has been invested in Atlantic City, spurring business investments and expansions, and creating permanent jobs in the process. For more information about CRDA and our projects, visit www.njcrda.com. Follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/njcrda, and Twitter at www.twitter.com/njcrda.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRAILA (August 28, 2023) – Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Michael Zerafa (31-4, 19 KOs) has firmly established himself as the WBA #1 ranked middleweight contender, and he is brimming with anticipation to step into the ring against the winner of Erislandy Lara vs. Danny Garcia, a bout scheduled to take place by the end of this year.

“I’m ready to make my dreams come true by becoming a world champion,” said Zerafa. “I’ve worked really hard with my team to position myself as the #1 ranked contender in the WBA. I feel now is my time to bring everything to fruition. I’m hoping the Lara and Garcia fight get scheduled so I can fight the winner.”

Zerafa also envisions a historic battle right on his home turf. He believes a showdown between him and his fellow countryman, undefeated WBO Interim Super Welterweight Champion Tim Tszyu (23-0, 17 KOs), would set new records for pay-per-view (PPV) broadcasts in Australia. The anticipation for this potential clash is already palpable, and fans can hardly wait to witness this Australian rivalry unfold.

“A fight against Tim Tszyu in Australia would be absolutely amazing,” continued Zerafa. “I believe we would do record breaking pay-per-view numbers in our country. He carries himself with class, as do I, and our styles would make for an exciting fight.”

Zerafa wants it to be known that he draws his greatest inspiration from a deeply personal source. His sister Michelle’s ongoing battle with breast cancer has fueled his drive to bring awareness to this crucial cause. Zerafa plans to wear pink gloves during a scheduled match in October, coinciding with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Through his platform as a prominent athlete, Zerafa aims to shine a light on breast cancer awareness and support his sister and countless others who are fighting the same battle.

“Putting on those pink gloves is more than just a statement for me,” Zerafa passionately concluded. “It’s a tribute to my sister’s strength and resilience, and a way to bring attention to the importance of early detection and support for those battling breast cancer,”

Zerafa’s commitment to his craft, combined with his personal mission to create positive change, sets him apart not just as a fighter, but as a role model and advocate. With his eyes set on the winner of Lara vs. Garcia and the potential blockbuster bout against Tszyu, Zerafa’s journey promises to captivate fans and inspire the world.

LOS ANGELES, NOVEMBER 24 – Charles Conwell would jump at the chance to take the scalp of Danny Garcia if it opened the door for a world title shot in 2023.

‘Bad News’ faces the experienced Juan Carlos Abreu in California on Saturday night, in a semi-final eliminator for the WBC world super welterweight title.

The unbeaten Conwell, who is ranked No5 by the sanctioning body, knows he could be just two wins away from landing a shot at the belt, which is currently held by Jermell Charlo.

Sitting above the American in the ratings are fighters including Sebastien Fundora, Liam Smith and former two-weight world champion Garcia.

And 2016 Olympian Conwell says he would be happy to face any of those names in a final eliminator – especially Garcia – to keep him on track for ‘superstardom’.

“Those are the types of fights I want,” Conwell told Probellum.com.

“I want those ex-world champions, people with experience who have been there before, who’ve done it. And I know Danny Garcia’s a great champion, he’s done his thing at two different weight classes, at 140 and 147 and now he’s bringing his skills up to 154.

“But I feel like it’s a new time and a new era. A lot of young fighters out there are starting to pop out, around my age group. It’s the right time for me to be the next superstar of the super welterweight division and if Danny Garcia is the name I need on my record, then I’ll go there and take that.”

But 25-year-old Conwell insists his focus is on Abreu, whom he meets at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson this weekend, on the undercard of the Jose Zepeda vs Regis Prograis world title clash.

The 17-0 stylist has been labelled boxing’s ‘best kept secret’ but Conwell is urging the sport’s ‘casual’ fans to make sure they tune-in to watch him deliver a statement victory over the world ranked Abreu.

“Saturday night, I’m going to leave the ring with a new record of 18-0 with 14 knockouts,” Conwell declared.

“Just know that I’m going to bring the action. I’m looking to finish this fight in style. No boxing, no dancing around, I’m looking to go out there and dominate every round. For however long it lasts.

“I possess the speed, the skill, the power, the slickness and everything else that I need to win and get the knockout. It’s just a matter of when.

“I’m looking to put on the best performance of my career so far and really going out there and making a statement. I can’t allow this to be fight close; I must dominate every round and make sure that when people talk about the super welterweight division that my name is brought up and brought up as one of the best too.”