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Gomez Discusses Recent TKO over Conception
WED April 4 - Just back from his first trip across the pond, a triumphant Alfonso S. Gomez spoke about his win last weekend over Martin Concepcion.
Gomez scored a TKO in the 7th round of the fight, which was one of eight matches held March 30 in Newcastle, England , billed as the first annual Contender UK vs. USA “Sugar Ray Leonard Cup.”
Gomez admitted to feeling frustrated in the early rounds, wanting to get aggressive but remaining wary of the punching power of Concepcion .
“I thought he was going to use his size and power advantages to pressure and tire me out, but to my surprise he tried to box me and use his jab,” Gomez said. “That threw me off a little bit because I was prepared for a war on the inside.”
“I knew I could knock him out,” Gomez continued. “I just needed to get the punches in. I used my jab and better skills to connect, but I didn’t want to rush in to finish him because of his power, which I felt in the 4th round when he caught me with a good left hook.”
Concepcion also had apparently done his homework, which added to the challenge.
“I’m known for my body shot, the left hook to the liver, and for the entire fight he was walking to the right with his hands close to his stomach,” Gomez said. “I could tell he had studied me.”
Ultimately, Gomez was able to take him out in the seventh.
“I got him with a jab and a left upper cut. He turned around, so I rushed in and hit him again, and the referee waved it off,” Gomez said.
Gomez felt comfortable throughout the fight, and his corner, led by his father and trainer, Alfonso Gomez, Sr., assured him he was ahead on points.
“I was aware I was winning. Once in a while Concepcion would rush in, but I felt relaxed and composed, and when he would come toward me I was able to be defensive and keep moving.”
The atmosphere at the Metroradio Arena increased the excitement, with the English audience more supportive of the American fighter than might be expected.
“The English crowd was great. It seemed like they were about 50-50 cheering for me versus Martin,” Gomez says. “They chanted for me. It was amazing.”
Gomez was happy to score a decisive victory, despite having to quickly adjust to time zone and climate differences and to take part in a number of pre-fight events after his arrival in the UK . Although his record shows a win and a draw in 2006, he was not fully satisfied with the quality of his performances last year. However, his win against Concepcion feels like vindication, and gives him momentum for what he plans to be a busy 2007.
“What more can I ask for?” Gomez said. “Even with all the distractions, I was able to do exactly what I wanted.”
For more information, visit www.alfonsosgomez.com.
Danny Green Faces Manny Siaca May 30
WED April 4 - Green Machine Promotions have pleasure in announcing a IBO world title elimination bout between Danny Green and Puerto Rico’s Manny Siaca on Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at Challenge Stadium in Perth, Australia.
In what promises to be one of his toughest bouts yet, Green 23-3 (21 KO’s) tackles the highly rated KO specialist Siaca, 20-6 (18 KO’s), who has fought for the world title on 6 occasions and is well known for sending Anthony Mundine to the canvas and taking away his WBA super middle weight world title in May 2004.
At light heavyweight, Green is currently the IBF # 7, WBA # 6, WBC #10 and IBO #15, while Siaca is the WBA # 9, IBF # 15 and IBO # 19.
Green’s move to light heavy weight has proven to be a successful one with wins over fellow Australians and world ranked opponents Jason Delisle and Paul Murdoch over the past 6 months. All going to plan, April 22 will confirm the fight will be for the IBO world title should Antonio Tarver not proceed with his scheduled bout. Rumors indicate this will be the case.
The bout will also move the winner higher up the rankings in all major sanctioning bodies and put them in a position to be the mandatory to the belt holder.
This is a fight not to be missed as two of the world’s premier top 10 light heavyweight fighters go toe to toe for the opportunity to fight for the IBO world title. Both are devastating knock out punches so this fight promises to end by KO!
The bout also will feature local fighters Daniel Kickett, Robbie Bryant and Adam Wills as well as rising interstate star Daniel Geale and the controversial Jonathon Hopoate!
These fights will be all action and well matched affairs. Tickets will be available from Thursday 5 April 2007 through Tickemaster7 outlets, www.ticketmaster.com.au and telephone 136100.
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