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Ouma Fights July 14th, True World Champ
WED June 23 - Just two days before the best middleweight in the world, Bernard Hopkins, puts his title on the line against top contender Jermain Taylor, the best super welterweight in the world, Kassim Ouma, will do the same when he squares off against number one challenger Roman Karmazin on Thursday, July 14, at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
This 12 round IBF 154-pound championship contest headlines a very special edition of HBO Latino’s hit series “Oscar De La Hoya Presents Boxeo De Oro” (10pm ET/PT), which is presented by Golden Boy Promotions.
“I am a true world champion,” said Ouma, a native of Uganda. “That means I am the champion of all people around the globe, and I am honored to defend my title on HBO Latino, so all my Latino fans can see ‘The Dream’ do what he does best - win.”
“We’ve always wanted the ‘Boxeo De Oro’ series to showcase the best fighters in boxing, and when the opportunity arose to have Kassim defend his title on HBO Latino, the decision was a no brainer for us,” said Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya.
Only 26 years old, Kassim ‘The Dream’ Ouma (21-1-1, 13 KOs) is not only one of the premier fighters in the world today, he is also one of boxing’s most compelling young men. Born in war-torn Uganda, Kassim was kidnapped and forced into military service when he was just a child. After years of combat, Ouma discovered boxing, and during an international competition in 1998, he defected to the United States at the age of 19. He made his professional debut later that year, and since then he has thrilled fans with his frenetic work rate and joy in the ring. After beating the best the 154-pound division had to offer, the southpaw finally earned a world title on October 2, 2004, when he won a unanimous decision over Verno Phillips to grab the IBF championship. In his last bout, on January 29, 2005, Ouma was outstanding in defeating tough challenger Kofi Jantuah over 12 rounds.
One of boxing’s top junior middleweight contenders for years, St. Petersburg, Russia’s Roman ‘Made in Hell’ Karmazin (33-1-1, 21 KOs) is focused on just one thing as he puts himself through the daily rigors of training – winning a world championship. A nine-year veteran of the prize ring, the 32-year old mandatory title challenger with the heavy hands is currently riding a five fight unbeaten streak that includes a stoppage of previously unbeaten Spaniard Jorge Araujo, a TKO of British prospect David Walker, and a decision win over former world champion Keith Holmes of the United States. What made these wins more impressive is that Karmazin won all three fighting in his opponents’ home countries. On July 14, Karmazin will travel to Ouma’s adopted homeland to try to make this trio of wins a quartet.
A televised co-feature and exciting undercard will be announced shortly.
For tickets, priced at $35, $50, $75 and $150 please call 702-284-7777, or visit www.orleansarena.com.
For more information on Golden Boy Promotions, please visit our website at www.goldenboypromotions.com
Woods Thinking Past Gonzalez, Wants Tarver
WED June 23 - After stopping Rico Hoye for the 'vacant' IBF light heavyweight title, Clinton Woods is set to defend for the first time in September against former lineal champion Julio Gonzalez. However, the stern test of Gonzalez has not scared Woods into not thinking ahead, as Woods is requesting a unification clash with Antonio Tarver.
"I'm pleased to be meeting Gonzalez, it will be a good fight to watch," Woods told the BBC in regards to his title defense which he hopes promoter Dennis Hobson can bring to Sheffield, England. "All I know is what I have heard. He's 6ft 3ins, he comes forward, is strong and throws a lot of shots.
Woods continued saying, "Dennis is saying that he can't see any other opponent for Tarver. It is a lot more saleable in America to fight an Englishman than to fight WBO belt holder Zsolt Erdei or WBA champion Fabrice Tiozzi. The big fight is against me, so it can be made."
8 Count Newsletter
WED June 22 - Dominic Pesoli's 8 Count Productions, home of THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING presents KO CHICAGO RADIO every Wednesday night at 5:30pm on WJJG AM-1530. KO CHICAGO RADIO is Chicagoland's only boxing radio show and features the finest discussion about national and local boxing news each week. Previous guests have included Fernando Vargas, Lamon Brewster, John Ruiz, Bob Arum, Angelo Dundee, Carl Moretti, Christy Martin, Rocky Juarez, Joe Tessitore, David Diaz and Freddy Cuevas. Listeners are encouraged to call in
at 708-493-1530.
KO Chicago Radio features Dominic Pesoli, President of 8 Count Productions, home of THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING, Ken Fletcher, "Master of Ceremonies" at all 8 Count Productions events, Chicago's Boxing historian Marshall Christopher, Mikey DeSimone, as well as Bernie Bahrmasel, publicist for 8 Count Productions and Double B Publicity Inc.
Dominic Pesoli's 8 Count Productions, home of THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING and Miller Lite present another action packed evening of professional boxing with a special Saturday evening show at the Aragon Ballroom on Saturday, June 25, 2005. Tickets, starting at $25 are on sale now by calling 312-226-5800.
The huge card is headlined by the return of Chicago favorite, "CLASSY" Freddie Cuevas, 24-7-1 (16KO's) as he makes his return to the 8 Count ring. With knockout wins over former world champions Wilfredo Rivera and Charles Murray, Cuevas is looking to make a run into the world rankings leading to a title shot.
A special attraction bout has NBA Star, Kendall GIll appearing in his professional boxing debut on the FISTS OF FREEDOM card. The fourteen year professional hoops veteran and former University of Illinois standout has been training diligently at JABB Boxing Gym for the last 18 months.
The outstanding undercard features separate bouts including local favorites featherweight Frankie Tafoya, 4-0 (3KO's) bantamweight Francisco Rodriguez, 3-0 (3KO's), middleweight Ottu Holifield, 4-0 and super middleweight Donovan "DA BOMB" George, 4-0-1 (3KO's).
Further information on this terrific evening of will be announced shortly.
The Aragon Ballroom is located at 1106 W. Lawrence Avenue and 4800 North (near the corner of Lawrence Ave. and Broadway), 5 miles north of Downtown Chicago and 4 blocks west of Lake Shore Drive. For further directions, please visit their website listed below.
Holmes Takes on Tough Vet
WED June 23 - Jimmy "The Fighting Schoolteacher" Holmes puts his undefeated record and boxing dreams on the line in a title bout against a fighter with twice as much experience on ONE IN A MILLION INC. "Battle Of Independence" card July 8th, 2005 at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza in Merrillville, IN.
Holmes, Johnny "Kid One In A Million" Novak and Undefeated Light Welterweight Jermaine "Too Sweet" White fill the next action-packed card with three championship fights before what is expected to be a sold out crowd, said Octavius James, CEO of ONE IN A MILLION INC.
In a special salute to the men and women of the armed forces, James said representatives from the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard will be invited and acknowledged during the show.
"Sports fans have been coming out in droves to our shows because they know the kind of excitement they'll get from guys like Jermaine and Jimmy " James said. "We're also going to use the night to honor our men and women in the armed forces for all they do."
Holmes, of Demotte, Ind., said he has been preparing for this moment since he first stepped into the ring. The July championship fight means more than a belt to him.
"A lot of people have put their time, energy and their hearts into my success, and there's no way I'm going to let them down," Holmes said. "It doesn't matter to me how much experience Vance Garvey has, because I plan to take him apart and wrap that belt around my waist."
"Battle Of Independence" will also feature a hot mix of experience and youth. Hammond's Ruben "The Modern Day Warrior" Galvan and Chicago's own "Marvelous" Shay Mobley each bring histories of main event performances and internationally televised fights to the ring.
And, two-time Illinois and Indiana and Chicago Golden Gloves Champion "Merciless" Mary McGee, of Gary, continues her path to the top of women's boxing in "Battle of Independence."
For tickets or more information on the July 8th "Battle Of Independence" at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza, call 866-438-7372, Star Plaza Box Office 219-769-6600 or Any Ticket Master Location 312-559-1212
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