Brandon Moore won a 10-round unanimous decision over DeAndre Savage in a heavyweight bout at the Fox Theatre in Detroit.

In round seven, Moore landed a chopping right to the side of the head the put Savage on the canvas.

Moore, 236.4 lbs of Polk County, FL won by scores of 100-89 twice and 99-90 and is now 19-1. Savage, 293.4 lbs of Flint, MI is 10-1.

“I am very happy with my performance. I came out here and got a spectacular and graceful win,” said Moore. “I knew he wouldn’t be able to move with me, and it was probably my easiest win. I would have liked to earn the stoppage, but I feel great about it. I boxed really well. And I loved being at the Fox Theatre. The Temptations, the Four Tops and now OJ Bam Moore.

“I am ready for what’s next and I want to fight Anthony Joshua,” he concluded. “I am going to speak it into existence.”

Scott and Curry Battle to Majority Draw in Unified Middleweight Title bout

Olivia Curry and Kaye Scott fought 10 an entertaining 10-round draw in a battle for the WBA/WBC Middleweight titles.

In round three, Curry was cut along the right eye from a head butt.

Scott won a scorecard 98-92 and two cards were even at 95-95.

Curry ,158.1 lbs of Chicago is 7-0-1. Scott, 158.8 lbs of Sydney, AUS is 4-1-1.

“I always feel grateful when both fighters come out safely and put on an entertaining fight. But I want to run it back,” said Curry. “She came with volume and used her amateur experience to throw a ton of little flurries. About halfway through, I made an adjustment and committed to the body more and increased my volume to edge out some of the later rounds.”

Da’Velle Smith Stops Janer Gonzalez in two

Da’Velle Smith remained undefeated with a second round stoppage of Janer Gonzalez in an eight-round light heavyweight bout

In round two, Smith put Gonzalez down with a left hook. Seconds later, ,it was a bigger left hook that put Gonzalez down for the 10-count at 2:59.

Smith, 171 lbs of Detroit is 14-0 with nine knockouts. Gonzalez, 167.2 lbs of Colombia is 24-9-1.

“I am feeling great, confident, and ready for what’s next,” said Smith, who is trained by the world renowned SugarHill Steward. “I was looking for the big punch early. But my coach told me to settle down and work the jab, throw some hooks and we got him out of there.

“It felt amazing to fight in that legendary building. It’s a great honor to fight in the city of Detroit and to fight at the Fox Theatre.”

Simmons Decisions Riley

Sardius Simmons won a six-round unanimous decision over Lemir Isom-Riley in a heavyweight bout.

Simmons, 219 lbs of Flint, MI won by scores of 59-55 and 58-56 twice and is now 4-0. Riley, 262 lba of Harrisburg, PA is 5-7.

DETROIT (September 2, 2025) – Salita Promotions will showcase Michigan’s premier, top-rated prospects and contenders under one iconic roof for an unforgettable night of fights on Friday, September 19, at the historic Fox Theater in downtown Detroit. The BIG TIME BOXING USA event features many of Detroit’s brightest prospects including Da’Velle Smith, Savannah Tini, Sardius Simmons, and Kahmel Makled, ahead of the doubleheader main event: USBA Heavyweight Champion Brandon “OJ Bam” Moore (18-1, 10 KOs) versus undefeated knockout artist DeAndre Savage (10-0, 10 KOs) and Chicago’s Olivia Curry (7-2, 2 KOs) against Australia’s Kaye Scott (4-1) for the Unified WBA/WBC Middleweight World Championship.

The event, sponsored by M Select Luxury Water, will stream live on the global leader of boxing, DAZN. Comerica Bank is the exclusive presenting partner of the Fox Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online via 313presents.com and ticketmaster.com.

Super Middleweight contender Da’velle Smith (13-0, 8KO’s) of Troy, returns to his hometown following a unanimous decision victory over Martez McGregor on the undercard of Claressa Shields’ July event at Little Caesars Arena. A rangy fighter with a stiff jab and explosive combinations, Smith has stopped more than half of his opponents and continues to sharpen under the tutelage of world renowned trainer Sugar Hill. At just 25, Smith already displays the poise of a seasoned contender while climbing the rankings.

“After my fight in July, I’m excited to be back in the ring fighting in my hometown, especially at the Fox Theatre,” said Smith. “It’s an honor to be a part of the rich boxing history in Detroit. I feel like I’m carrying the torch well for my city. I’m doing what I’m supposed to do in camp. I’m locked in and I’m going to show everyone I’m getting better with each fight.”

Heavyweight prospect Sardius Simmons (3-0, 2 KOs) of Flint is quickly becoming one of the most active big men in the region since signing with Salita Promotions earlier this year. Fighting out of the legendary Berston Fieldhouse, home to several of Michigan’s most decorated fighters and world champions, Simmons is fresh off a second-round knockout of Randolph Shaw this past weekend, further building his reputation as a powerful hometown puncher. Simmons is set to face Lemir Isom-Riley (5-6, 2KO’s) in what promises to be a high-action bout.

“It feels good fighting home,” said Simmons. “There’s nothing like having my family in the stands support me. It’s time to bring the American heavyweight division back. On September 19th, fans will leave entertained and become new fans of mine.”

Also representing Troy, undefeated welterweight prospect Savannah Tini (5-0, 2KO’s) returns to the ring after her unanimous decision win in June over Simone Di Silva. The twenty-five-year-old, known for her accuracy in the ring, will make her fourth appearance fighting in the Motor City, putting her undefeated record on the line against Brazil’s Michaele Nogue (2-6-1).

“It feels amazing to be fighting at home in Detroit again. It’s an honor to fight at the Fox Theater. I’ve been on the road for the past year where I was able to get used to being somewhat uncomfortable. Now, it’s time to come home and put on a show for my city. I want people to talk about my fights and how exciting they are. I’m coming to dominate. I’m the future of boxing.”

Light Heavyweight prospect Kahmel Makled (3-0, 3 KOs) fighting out of Macomb, Mich., returns after a sensational knockout performance in July on Claressa Shields’ undercard at Little Caesars Arena. A two-time Detroit Golden Gloves champion, Makled has ended each of his three pro fights inside the distance. He combines patience with explosive finishing power. In his last outing, a viral first-round knockdown and third-round stoppage underscored his reputation as a must-watch knockout artist. He now looks to extend his streak with another emphatic performance against Christian Juresic (2-1) on Sept. 19th.

“It’s an honor to be fighting in Detroit again,” said Makled. “My last fight was at LCA on the Claressa card July 26 and I got a crazy highlight KO-1 that’s at over 1 million views on social media. I always want people to get their money’s worth when they see me fight. On Sept. 19, I’m going to give another exciting performance. I’m going out for another highlight reel. Without the support I receive from family, friends and fans who come out to see me, none of this would be possible.”

Also featured on the special Friday night fight card will be highly decorated amateur Jasmine Hampton of Ann Arbor, Mich., making her professional debut. A finalist at the 2023 U.S. National Olympic Team Trials, Hampton is one of the most popular fighters in a region of the country that’s known for producing great boxers. Hampton will make her pro debut at junior featherweight (122 lbs) against an opponent to be determined.

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ABOUT SALITA PROMOTIONS

Salita Promotions was founded in 2010 by Dmitriy Salita, a professional boxer and world-title challenger who saw the need for a promotional entity to feature boxing’s best young prospects and established contenders in North America and around the world. Viewers watching fighters on worldwide television networks including SHOWTIME, HBO, ESPN, Spike TV, Universal Sports Network, UFC Fight Pass, DAZN, ESPN+ and MSG have enjoyed Salita Promotions fight action in recent years. We pride ourselves on offering our fighters opportunities inside and outside the ring. Salita Promotions looks forward to continuing to grow and serve the needs of fight fans around the globe.

Check the?Salita?Promotions?YOUTUBE CHANNEL?for regular updates of the modern world’s greatest fighters, contenders and prospects in action. 

DETROIT (June 26, 2025) – Salita Promotions continues to sign promising prospects, especially focused on American heavyweights. The company’s most recent signing, decorated amateur champion Sardius Simmons of boxing rich Flint, Mich., is the latest. 

Simmons will make his professional debut on Friday, June 27, at The 2300 Arena in Philadelphia in an event promoted by Marshall Kaufman’s Kings’ Promotions.

The Flint native’s extraordinary amateur pedigree across 257 bouts includes two National Golden Gloves titles (2016, 2025), as well as a National PAL championship in 2014. Simmons is a product of the storied Burston Fieldhouse—the gritty community facility where Claressa Shields began her boxing journey. Simmons learned the ropes under Flint legends Jason Crutchfield and Ed Kendall and now works with renowned coach Jessy Addison. In 2017, Simmons stepped away from the ring for four years. The tragic loss of his brother to gun violence reignited his passion and purpose, driving a powerful return to the sport with deeper resolve than ever before. 

“I’m ready to fight and show the world and myself who I am,” said Simmons. “I almost gave up the sport I love, but my heart and spirit wouldn’t let me.”

“An American heavyweight with world-class potential and a real story outside the ring—that’s exactly what boxing needs, and Sardius has both,” said Salita Promotions President Dmitriy Salita. “A multi-time national champion who’s overcome real adversity while building an impressive amateur career, Sardius represents the boxing-rich state of Michigan and now steps into the pros. His debut marks the beginning of what I believe will be a powerful and compelling journey in the heavyweight division.”

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ABOUT?SALITA?PROMOTIONS?

Salita?Promotions?was founded in 2010 by Dmitriy?Salita, a professional boxer and world-title challenger who saw the need for a?promotional?entity to feature boxing’s best young prospects and established contenders in North America and around the world. Viewers watching fighters on worldwide television networks including SHOWTIME, HBO, ESPN, Spike TV, Universal Sports Network, UFC Fight Pass, DAZN, ESPN+ and MSG have enjoyed?Salita?Promotions?fight action in recent years. We pride ourselves on offering our fighters opportunities inside and outside the ring.?Salita?Promotions?looks forward to continuing to grow and serve the needs of fight fans around the globe.?

Check the?Salita?Promotions?YOUTUBE CHANNEL?for regular updates of the modern world’s greatest fighters, contenders and prospects in action.??