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Tough fight for both Dawson, Gardner on ShoBox
FRI November 18 - Super middleweight southpaws “Bad” Chad Dawson and Ian “The Cobra” Gardner will put their contender status on the line in a 12-round battle Friday, Nov. 18, on “ShoBox: The New Generation.” In an entertaining co-feature, Benjamin Flores will oppose Daniel “Azuquita” Jimenez in an eight-round junior lightweight bout. SHOWTIME will televise the Gary Shaw Productions, LLC, doubleheader from the Greater New Haven Athletic Center in New Haven, Conn., at 11 p.m. ET/PT (tape delayed on west coast).
“Bad” Chad Dawson (18-0, 13 KOs)
“Heading into it, I thought (former World Boxing Association light middleweight champion) Carl Daniels was the toughest fight in my career, but when we got in the ring, I out-boxed him and cruised to an easy victory. I am treating this fight (with Gardner) as if it was my toughest because on paper, it is. But, once we get in the ring and get going, I do not think it is going to be that tough. I am a better boxer than he is. I have to go after him and use my jab.”
“I made 168 (pounds) last night, and I had a little bit to eat, so I had to lose two pounds today in the sauna. I feel more comfortable at 168. When I was fighting at 160, it was tough for me. I had to kill myself to make 160. At 168, I feel very strong, and I do not feel faint like I used to. Tonight, I am going to eat some pasta, oatmeal and potatoes. I have to get my fuel back. Tomorrow, I am going to have a big breakfast, a decent sized lunch, and, then, I will be ready to go.”
Ian “The Truth” Gardner (19-2, seven KOs)
“My match up with Dawson is not the toughest fight I have been in. I have been challenged more and in better competitions, such as a four-rounder with Gil Reyes where he gave me four stitches over my left eye and I broke his jaw. I want Dawson to come straight for me like he says. He has never fought anyone like me before. He is underestimating my abilities as a fighter. I will overwhelm Dawson with my movements and blind him with my punches. Dawson is no threat to me. I have seen his past fights and I am in a different class than he is.”
Benjamin Flores (11-0, four KOs)
“I have never seen any of Jimenez’ fights. I just predict that I am going to win. I am not looking for a knockout. If a knockout happens, it happens. We look at this fight as any other fight. We always come prepared for every fight. I am looking at it as I am his toughest opponent to date. We will win tomorrow night and be back on SHOWTIME soon.”
Daniel “Azuquita” Jimenez (13-1-1, eight KOs)
“I consider all my fights to be tough, but this is an especially big opportunity being on ‘ShoBox.’ Flores better watch out because I am ready to knock him out.”
TWhitaker Ready for Dec. 15th
FRI November 18 - Despite rumors to the contrary, Heavyweight contender Lance ‘Mount’ Whitaker is not only ready to go for his December 15th showdown with unbeaten Sultan Ibragimov on the highly-anticipated “Global Warfare” card, he’s ready to go NOW!
“I can’t wait for this fight,” said Whitaker, who was rumored to have injured his hand during a press conference scuffle with Ibragimov in New York City on Wednesday. “Ibragimov made a big mistake by challenging me, and I’m going to make him pay on December 15th. If he thinks my hand is hurt, just wait ‘til he gets hit with it!”
This twelve round Heavyweight title clash will be the co-featured attraction on Warriors Boxing Promotions’ “Global Warfare” card, which will air live on pay-per-view from the Seminole Hard Rock Live Arena in Hollywood, Florida. Suggested retail price is $19.95.
In the “Global Warfare” main event on December 15th, top Heavyweight contender Samuel “The Nigerian Nightmare” Peter returns to the ring for the first time since his epic battle with Wladimir Klitschko in September to face tough Robert Hawkins in a ten round contest.
Also featured in separate bouts will be undefeated junior welterweight star Juan Urango and unbeaten Irish sensation John Duddy.
Doors open at 6:30pm and the first bell rings at 7:30pm.
Tickets are on sale now for “Global Warfare”. They are priced at $150, $100, and $50. For more information please call 954.523.3309 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
For more information on Warrior’s Boxing, please visit our website at www.warriorsboxing.com.
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