Bad Blood Podcast

02/09/2024

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“They’ve made a massive mistake,” Liam Smith says of Josh Kelly and Adam Booth ahead of his fight with Kelly at London’s Wembley Stadium on Sept. 21.

02/09/2024

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Josh Warrington believes that a few extra pounds and a healthy amount of fear will help inject new life into his career when he faces IBF super featherweight champion Anthony Cacace at Wembley Stadium on September 21st.

02/09/2024

https://www.boxingscene.com/oscar-de-la-hoya-floyd-mayweather-jr-you-stop-embarrassing-yourself--185694

Oscar De La Hoya has urged Floyd Mayweather Jr, the man who tightly outscored him over 12 rounds in 2007, to stop “embarrassing” himself in exhibitions and sort out his financial affairs.

02/09/2024

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Callum Walsh says it's “unbelievable” to think that his next fight will mark his professional debut in his home country of Ireland. The unbeaten junior middleweight from Cork, who has fought his entire fledgling professional career in the United States to this point, will face Poland's Przemysla...

02/09/2024

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Junior lightweight contender Ernesto “Tito” Mercado (16-0, 15 KOs) has signed a promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing, it was announced Saturday during a press conference at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles.

02/09/2024

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Diego Pacheco was having a successful time headhunting, but it was a devastating body shot that ultimately got the job done Saturday, as a surgically placed left-hook liver quiver knocked out Maciej Sulecki.

31/08/2024

WEIGHTS AND RUNNING ORDER FOR PACHECO VS. SULECKI
Super-Middleweights clash at Dignity Health Sports Park tomorrow night

RUNNING ORDER (Subject to change, all times local)

First bell – 2.40pm

6 x 3 mins Bantamweight contest

ALEX GUECHE (115.8lbs) vs. DAVID VARGAS (116lbs)
Long Beach, California Durango, Mexico

Followed by

6 x 3 mins Super-Lightweight contest

CRIZTEC BAZALDUA (140lbs) vs. KYLE ERWIN (140.8lbs)
Los Angeles, California Oceanside, California

Followed by

6 x 3 mins Welterweight contest

FABIAN ROJO (145.8lbs) vs. ALEJANDRO FRIAS (146.4lbs)
Phoenix, Arizona Tepic Nayarit, Mexico

LIVE ON DAZN FROM 4.30pm

10 x 2 mins WBC Interim Super-Flyweight title

ADELAIDA RUIZ (113.6lbs) vs. GINNY FUCHS (114.4lbs)
Los Angeles, California Houston, Texas

Followed by

10 x 3 mins WBA Intercontinental Cruiserweight title

CHEV CLARKE (199.8lbs) vs. EFETOBOR APOCHI (199.2lbs)
Kent, England Houston, Texas

Followed by

10 x 3 mins WBC Continental Americas Super-Bantamweight title

ARTURO CARDENAS (121.2lbs) vs. JESUS ARECHIGA (122lbs)
Michoacán, Mexico Sinaloa, Mexico

Followed by

10 x 3 mins Super-Featherweight contest

EDUARDO NUNEZ (133lbs) vs. MIGUEL MARRIAGA (131.8lbs)
Sinaloa, Mexico Arjona, California

Followed by

12 x 3 mins USWBC and WBO International Super-Middleweight titles

DIEGO PACHECO (168lbs) vs. MACIEJ SULECKI (167.4lbs)
Los Angeles, California Warsaw, Poland/Brooklyn, New York

30/08/2024

JOHNNY FISHER HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 28
COPPER BOX ARENA CARD
'The Romford Bull' takes on Rudenko, live worldwide on DAZN

Romford Heavyweight sensation Johnny Fisher will look to extend his explosive knockout streak when he takes on experienced Ukrainian Andriy Rudenko at the Copper Box Arena in London on Saturday September 28, live worldwide on DAZN.

The hugely popular 25-year-old (12-0, 11 KOs) aims to build on his sensational one-round destruction of Croatia's Alen Babic last time out in East London as he locks horns with Rudenko (36-7, 22 KOs) in a scheduled ten-round contest.

There's World Title action on the card as Rhiannon Dixon makes the first defence of her WBO Lightweight World Title against domestic rival Terri Harper in what promises to be an electric all-British match-up.

Warrington's Dixon (10-0, 1 KO) picked up the vacant WBO crown by outpointing Karen Elizabeth Carabajal over ten rounds on the undercard of Zelfa Barrett's win over Jordan Gill at the AO Arena in Manchester last April - adding a World Title to her Commonwealth and European Titles at 135lbs.

Denaby Main's Harper (14-2-2, 6 KOs), a former World Champion at Super-Featherweight and Super-Welterweight, will be looking to bounce back from her stoppage loss to WBO Welterweight World Champion Sandy Ryan last time out at Sheffield Arena in March.

Elsewhere on the card, Liverpool Super-Bantamweight talent Peter McGrail (9-0, 5 KOs) meets former British and Commonwealth 122 lbs champion Brad Foster (15-3-2, 5 KOs) over ten rounds for the WBA International Title, Blyth Lightweight prospect Cameron Vuong (5-0, 3 KOs) looks to extend his unbeaten streak against Beeston's Joe Underwood Hughes (8-3-0, 1 KO) and Billericay Middleweight George Liddard (8-0, 4 KOs) fights at the Copper Box Arena for the first time in his career.

Guildford Super-Featherweight standout Giorgio Visioli (4-0, 3 KOs) aims to make it four wins from four in 2024, Birmingham Lightweight Ibraheem Sulaimaan (4-0, 3 KOs) gets his third fight of the year, Brentwood Middleweight Jimmy Sains (6-0, 6 KOs) looks to make it seven knockouts from seven fights, Swansea Featherweight Brandon Scott (7-0, 1 KO) returns and there's action for Durham Super-Bantamweight Josh Babb (2-0).

"The Copper BOSH Arena is going to be jumping again on September 28," said Fisher. "We can always rely on The Bull Army to takeover East London as I take the next step in my career. Andriy Rudenko will be my toughest test do date. Proven to be a warrior at the elite level, he will test my mettle. I’m ready."

Tickets for Fisher vs. Rudenko priced £40, £60, £100 and £250 (ringside) are available to purchase NOW via Stage Front.

30/08/2024

QUOTES FROM THE FINAL PACHECO VS. SULECKI PRESS CONFERENCE
Super-Middleweights clash at Dignity Health Sports Park on Saturday night

EDDIE HEARN

“We are back in the U.S. to continue an incredible run with DAZN with this weekend to see if Diego Pacheco can continue his assault on his division in a fantastic night of boxing”

“This Saturday we have a real special place in Los Angeles and the atmosphere is going to be incredible. In my opinion, Diego Pacheco can be the future of this division but a very tough test against Sulecki on Saturday headlining a tremendous card at the ‘War Grounds’. Don’t miss this Saturday as we continue to build to an unrivaled schedule to close out the year.”

DIEGO PACHECO

“Thank you to everyone who is here supporting this event and making it possible. I had a tremendous training camp from my debut at 17 to now 23 years old. I feel I have progressed a lot and super happy with how my training camp went and excited for this fight on Saturday. Sulecki is a tough guy and I’m looking forward to a war on Saturday.

“I’m young in the sport, but if it was up to me, I feel I’m ready for anybody in the division. Sulecki is my main focus, and I feel confident about my fight Saturday and looking forward to putting on a great performance. I’ve dreamed my whole life that’s what I worked hard for and joined this sport for.

“As a little kid I’ve been here so many times to support events. It’s a dream come true to be here headlining and I’m excited for LA to come out and show their support.”

MACIEJ SULECKI

“Thank you everyone here and for everyone giving me a chance and my team for giving me a great boxing camp. I know that I will be the best test for Pacheco, I know that he has time but now is not his time. Maybe he will be a World Champion, he does have the talent, but I know it’s my time now. I’m ready for him and I hope he’s ready for me, I know it will be a great fight.

“I know I haven’t been in big boxing for awhile but I’m going to take him into the deep waters and drown him. I don’t think he’s ready.”

JOSE BENAVIDEZ SR. (Pacheco’s trainer)

“You are going to see a different Diego Pacheco this time. He’s had a great camp and what’s different is the motivation of his daughter and the family he has now. We have a great opponent for him and a guy that he needs to get to the next level. This is a big test and we have to look impressive.”

AURELIANO SOSA (Sulecki’s trainer)

“It’s been a great camp, we feel very confident. We’ve known Diego for a very long time, great guy. Coach Benavidez is great. I have nothing bad to say about them. They’re great coaches and great fighters, but we’re still here for a great fight. I know Pacheco is always ready and all that so the people are definitely going to see a great fight on August 31st. War you’re gonna see and war you’re gonna get.

“Sulecki has been through wars, tough, tough wars that he survived all 12 rounds. Gave great fights and I believe this will be Diego’s biggest test.”

EDUARDO NUNEZ

“We are ready. I feel we’ve done everything right. I have a very good opponent in front of me. We’ve been working really hard with my team, who has accompanied me throughout my boxing career, but that doesn’t mean I’m taking things lightly. It is a must win fight for me on Saturday.

“I know that we’ve got a really good opponent in front of us. We know that he’s very experienced, but I also know that this motivates me as well to learn from these experiences along the way. As you say, we need to win on Saturday. I also feel like I have the tools to put on a great performance which I will do on Saturday once again.”

MIGUEL MARRIAGA

“First thank you to everyone for giving me this opportunity. In this fight we know we are facing a tough boxer. We are coming into this fight hoping to get the victory. I know he’s a good fighter, but we are hoping it will be a good fight and a good event for the fans.”

ARTURO CARDENAS

“It’s true what you say, I’ve been really active and that won’t go against me. We’ll be completely ready for the 31st. We’ve put in some really hard work with my training team and with RGA boxing as well. As my opponent said it will be a great fight between two Mexican prospects.”

JESUS ARECHIGA

“We’re really happy, we’re extremely motivated, we’ve prepared really well, and we’re totally ready to put on a great show for the fans. I think it’s going to be a fantastic fight between two Mexican prospects.”

CHEAVON CLARKE

“First of all, I want to thank the people of Los Angeles for receiving me. It’s been great to finally be here in the U.S. I’m not with the chatting and lipping, that’s not my thing. Come Saturday night you all will see what I do.

“If you check my record you’ll see that I’ve beaten guys better than him, so we’ll see come Saturday night.”

EFETOBOR APOCHI

“Thank you to everyone for showcasing this. I’ve been waiting for this day for a very long time. I’ve never had a promoter and never had anybody put money behind me, I’ve been doing this all by myself. I have been training hard because I know I’m the most dangerous cruiserweight in the world. I am happy to be on this platform and grateful. Matchroom is one of the best promoters in boxing and I just want to say thank you for bringing me here. I’ve been watching them since I started boxing.

“I’ve been cheering and rooting for Cheavon Clarke and watching his fights live – not on YouTube. Live. I really like you man and you’re a great fighter. A complete amateur standout. No disrespect to you, you have accomplished great things for your country, but today you are facing the greatest cruiserweight in the world. The underground king, yet to be crowned. Get ready.I wish you good luck.”

ADELAIDA RUIZ

“I’ve been in the game for many years, I know my skills. I’m not only a brawler, I can be a boxer, I can be everything. Everybody has seen what I’m capable of doing inside the ring… I’m keeping my belt on Saturday.

“My fans, my friends, my family, everybody’s coming, and they know I put on a show. God first willing, I’m taking my belt back home with me.”

GINNY FUCHS

“I know the last time we talked [with Eddie Hearn] I wanted a world title shot with my next fight. I’ve been staying ready for the moment and opportunity, and I’ve been staying busy in the Team Combat League too. When you called me for this fight for the WBC belt, I agreed to it and I’m here to take it.

“I’ve been frustrated waiting and seeing and trying to get a fight but wanted people to see my action and skill. The fact that I was called was a blessing and I’m glad I have this opportunity. I’m glad to be matched up against a top fighter and I don’t think she will be able to handle my speed and footwork. I’m ready to be in the ring with her Saturday night and show her my skills.”

FABIAN ROJO

“Thank you very much to my promoter, Matchroom and Eddie Hearn for giving me this opportunity and I’m very proud of what I’ve done myself so far in my career. I’m really looking forward to continuing doing what I’m doing.”

ALEJANDRO FRIAS RODRIGUEZ

“I’m ready to put on a big show in my hometown. I’m ready for this test. I trained hard. I definitely believe in myself. I believe in my skills so when the opportunity comes, I’ll be ready to seize it.”

CRIZTEC BAZALDUA

“First and foremost, I want to give all the glory to God for putting me on this stage and allowing me to display my talents to the best of my abilities.

“I’m just ready, I’ve been building myself these past few fights and I’m up for the test for whoever you put in front of me. It’s always been great fighting home, just in the U.S. I’m ready to defend my home territory and make a name for myself.”

KYLE ERWIN

“Thank you for giving me this opportunity. This is a big platform, big spotlight, and the lights are going to be a lot brighter but at the end of the day it’s just another fight. I’m going to step in the ring and do what I do best and really looking forward to this fight. I had a great camp, great preparation.

“As a stocky fighter, I’m always the shorter fighter so it’s nothing new to me. I’ve had great sparing, tall lefty sparing for this camp for about three weeks straight, so I believe in my skills, preparation and grit so I’m going to bring the war.”

29/08/2024

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Fight Night Details: https://pbcham.ps/FightNight-091424WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara, former super mid...

28/08/2024

WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant, former super lightweight world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero and unbeaten contender Trevor McCumby held a media workout in Las Vegas on Tuesday to preview their respective showdowns taking place Saturday, September 14 on a PBC Pay-Per-View available on Prime Video from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Canelo Promotions will present 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.

Lara will defend his world title against two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia in the star studded co-main event, plus Plant and McCumby will square off for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, while Romero takes on Manuel Jaimes in the pay-per-view opener 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.

The stacked pay-per-view lineup features five current or former world champions, including former titleholders Plant and Romero, who will look to move closer to regaining their championship status with wins on September 14. The co-main event between Lara and Garcia pits two of this era’s most accomplished fighters against each other in a world title clash, as the two have combined to face 21 world champions heading into this showdown.

Here is what the fighters had to say Tuesday from the Pound 4 Pound Gym in Las Vegas:

ERISLANDY LARA

“I would tell Danny Garcia to be ready. He was a great champion for sure, but now he’s in my division and I’m going to show him that this is something completely different.

“I don’t know how the weight will affect Danny, because it depends how he’s prepared for this fight. It can be a good thing or a bad thing. He better come ready, because this is gonna be new for him.

“I do everything I have to do to stay disciplined and take care of my body. As long as I keep doing that, I’m going to stay at this top level.

“I’m very thankful that I made the sacrifices that I had to in order to reach these heights. I’m reaping the rewards now and I’m going to keep going.”

CALEB PLANT

“I’m ready to show the fans what a good old-fashioned ass-whooping looks like. His ‘0’ has got to go. It’s out of here.

“I’ve been working for over a year and it’s done me well heading into this camp. I was in the best shape I’ve ever been in to start a camp. My sparring has been the best it’s ever been and honestly it’s been the smoothest camp I’ve had in my life. I expect that to translate over into the ring.

“This is McCumby’s opportunity. Up until now, he’s been a 30-year-old prospect. He’s waited a long time to step up into a big fight and I think it’s because he doesn’t believe in his skills. He can talk all the talk he wants, but actions speak louder than words. For him to choose me as his first step-up fight, I take that personally.

“I haven’t thought past Trevor McCumby. I’m focused on the task at hand, but I know that winning this belt will put me in a good position for future fights.

“My trainer (Stephen Edwards) and my dad (Richie Plant) are like an echo of each other. They’re basically the same person and it makes everything really smooth.”

TREVOR MCCUMBY

“I’m not worried about anything Caleb says. I treat every fight the same and train very hard every time. I’m preparing to face the best Caleb Plant.

“I stay grounded and focused on my goal, that’s the most important thing. I’ve been boxing since I was seven-years-old and I’ve been on really big stages before. I’m prepared for this moment.

“I’m coming to show that I have skills as well. This is my coming out fight. The world is going to see who I am. I’m coming into that ring with tenacity.

“I’m stoked to be on a card with all these great fighters. I know everyone is working hard to put on a great show on September 14.”

ROLANDO ROMERO

“Every time I get into the ring, everyone has a great time, especially the fans. That’s all that matters. I’m coming to show everyone a vicious knockout.

“I’m feeling really good. I don’t feel like I needed to say anything to Jaimes at the press conference in Los Angeles. I just really think he’s happy to be here.

“I kind of fell out of love with boxing a few years ago, but after that time, I came back and realized that boxing was my true love. I had forgotten that for a while.”

28/08/2024

CLARKE: PACHECO IS A BAD MAN – HIS FANS WILL LOVE ME!

Chev ready to win over LA fans on August 31 US debut

Chev Clarke believes Diego Pacheco’s fans will become fans of him as he prepares face Efetobor Apochi for the IBF International and WBA Intercontinental Cruiserweight titles on Saturday night (August 31) at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Los Angeles, live worldwide on DAZN.

Clarke (9-0 7 KOs) fights in America for the first time as a pro against Apochi (12-2 12 KOs), with the big-hitting Brit taking his focus away from winning the British title outright to deal with the dangerous Nigerian first.

‘C4’ always wants to get business done early, but this time he has added incentives, to make use he’s back out to watch Pacheco face Sulecki in the main event, and to do so in devastating fashion to make Pacheco’s fans into his own.

“Diego Pacheco is a BAD MAN,” said Clarke. “When I see him fight, he is cold! To be sharing the card with him is great. I rate him very highly, he’s special. The way he puts his combinations together is class, he’s a quality operator. I’m excited to watch him in person applying his craft.

“He’s got a bright future no doubt. He’s a great boxer, I can see him at the top of the 168lbs division in time for sure.

“If you like Diego Pacheco, you’ll definitely like me. He’s explosive, he maneuvers around the ring well and puts his shots together nicely, we’re similar fighters! Diego’s fans are going to love me.

“We’re in a different weight class and our stature is different but as entertainers go, we’re similar. We’ll have you hooked! You will definitely want to tune in because you’re getting two for the price of one on Saturday.”

Clarke’s clash with Apochi is part of a big night of action in Los Angeles, topped by Super-Middleweight stud Pacheco locking horns with Sulecki.

Super-Featherweight KO artist Eduardo ‘Sugar’ Nunez (27-1 27 KOs) faces former World title challenger Miguel Marriaga (31-7 26 KOs) in the co-main event, and there’s an all-Mexican war as Arturo Cardenas (14-0-1 8 KOs) defends his Continental Americas Super-Bantamweight title against Jesus Arechiga (21-1 15 KOs), and the action on DAZN begins with an interim World title clash, as Adelaida Ruiz (16-0-1 8 KOs) defends her WBC Super-Flyweight title against Ginny Fuchs (3-0 1 KOs).

Recent Matchroom signing Fabian ‘Zurdo’ Rojo (9-0 7 KOs) meets Alejandro Frias (15-10-2 7 KOs) over six rounds at Welterweight, Criztec Bazaldua (5-0 1 KOs) faces Kyle Erwin (7-2 3 KOs) over six rounds at Super-Lightweight, and Alex Gueche (5-0 5 KOs) kicking off the night over six rounds at Bantamweight against David Vargas (8-4-2 5 KOs).

27/08/2024

WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara, former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant, former super lightweight world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero and unbeaten contender Trevor McCumby will hold a media workout in Las Vegas to preview their respective showdowns taking place Saturday, September 14 on a PBC Pay-Per-View available on Prime Video from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Canelo Promotions will present 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.

Lara will defend his world title against two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia in the star studded co-main event, plus Plant and McCumby will square off for the Interim WBA Super Middleweight Title, while Romero takes on Manuel Jaimes in the pay-per-view opener at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

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 welterweight Roiman Villa dueling Mexico’s Ricardo Salas in a 10 round battle, plus unbeaten prospect Jonathan Lopez squares off against Richard Medina in an eight-round 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.

26/08/2024

PACHECO: IT’S AMAZING TO HEADLINE IN LA AGAIN

Super-Middleweight star has set up a new life in Seattle – but says LA will always be his fighting home

Eduardo ‘Sugar’ Nunez will face Miguel Marriaga to lead the undercard on Saturday August 31, where Diego Pacheco headlines against Maciej Sulecki at Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles, live worldwide on DAZN.

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Nunez (27-1 27 KOs) extended his 100 per cent record of wins inside the distance with a career-best performance in February, entering enemy territory in Tajikistan to take out former world ruler Shavkhatdzon Rakhimov in the 11th round of their final eliminator for the IBF Junior Lightweight title. ‘Sugar’ is sitting pretty as the #1 contender for the crown that is held by Anthony Cacace, and the 27 year old will be looking to keep his KO run going to prove he’s ready to fight for the title.

Marriaga (31-7 26 KOs) is out to derail those plans, and in doing so, the Colombian can stake his own claim for a fourth World title shot, having previously faced Nicholas Walters, Oscar Valdez and Vasiliy Lomachenko for World honors at 126 and 130lbs.

"I am happy and motivated by our commitment at the door, against the former contender for the world title on three occasions and adding that we will make our debut in the United States,” said Nunez.

“I know he is a strong fighter with a lot of experience but that motivates me even more to arrive in the best condition. We will be ready to go out with our hands raised on August 31.”

“This is a huge opportunity for me to put myself back into position amongst the elite of the division,” said Marriaga. “Sugar is a very good and strong fighter, but I feel great, and I am going to give it everything I have come August 31.”

Nunez’s clash with Marriaga completes the card in Carson, where an all-Mexican war stands out, as Arturo Cardenas takes on Jesus Arechiga. Cardenas (14-0-1 8 KOs) defends his Continental Americas Super-Bantamweight title for the second time in LA, having edged out Danny Flores via majority decision in Phoenix in June to defend the strap for the first time, having beaten Ernesto Flores in February to land the belt.

Arechiga (21-1 15 KOs) is the next man to try to take the title from Cardenas and the Sinaloa man will be desperate to get back to winning ways having narrowly lost in his last outing. That was in another crossroads clash with Jose Ramirez Maciel for the NABF title in Xochitepec in March, and the 24 year old is excited to be able to set the record straight straight away with another strap on the line.

“I’m delighted to be back again with Matchroom,” said Cardenas. “I want to thank both God and Eddie Hearn for this opportunity. I’ve been keeping in shape in the gym with my team at RGBA and with the support of family, I’ve been training hard like I always do. We will be more than ready on August 31 to put on a good fight and come away with my hand raised.”

“I’m very motivated and grateful with this opportunity,” said Arechiga. “I’m having a great camp to help me reach my full potential in the ring. It will be a brilliant fight since the rival is a great fighter and we will leave everything in the ring. It is the opportunity that I have been waiting for a long time, today it presents itself, thank God, and I am going to make the most of it. I am also very excited that it is for a title, that motivates me twice.”

There’s an American debut on the card for Britain’s Chev ‘C4’ Clarke, who faces Efetobor Apochi for the IBF International and WBA Inter-Continental Cruiserweight titles. Clarke (9-0 7 KOs) is riding high after recording a pair of impressive domestic victories in the first half of 2024, stopping Tommy McCarthy in Belfast in January to land the WBA belt he defends in LA, and then knocking out Ellis Zorro in Leeds to to bag the British title.

His US debut pits him against Apochi (12-2 12 KOs) the Texas-based Nigerian who has landed all of his victories to date inside the distance, and the experienced campaigner, who landed bronze in the 2014 Commonwealth Games after beating Jai Opetaia in the quarter-finals in Glasgow, returned to action after a near-two year layoff in February in Florida.

“I'm delighted to be making my US debut on August 31, especially in LA,” said Clarke. “Thanks to the team for making this possible. The UK fans already know what I bring to the ring. Now it's time for America to get in on the action. Team C4 incoming.”

“I am the most dangerous Cruiserweight in the world,” said Apochi. “I am the most avoided, and nobody can beat me.”

The action on DAZN begins with an interim World title clash, as Adelaida Ruiz defends her WBC Super-Flyweight title against Ginny Fuchs. Ruiz (16-0-1 8 KOs) defends the belt for the first time after picking it up at the second attempt against Sonia Osorio in September 2022, with their first battle for the belt March 2021 ending abruptly after an accidental head clash in the second round. Los Angelina Ruiz has won on four occasions since landing the belt, including a KO triumph over former World champion Maria Cecilia Roman.

Fuchs (3-0 1 KOs) fights for for a World title in just her fourth pro fight but does so on the back of a storied amateur career, that includes bronze in the 2018 World championships, silver in the 2019 Pan American games and captaining Team USA at the 2020 Olympics. The Houston native last appeared on the undercard of Regis Prograis World title defense in New Orleans in June 2023.

“Thank you to DAZN, Matchroom for allowing me to be part of this amazing card in my hometown of Los Angeles,” said Ruiz. “I am very grateful for Sheer Sports Management for making this possible for me and my team. It’s always a pleasure to be able to fight in my city, in front of my fans, friends and my family. Everything comes to you at the right time, and this is my time, vamos con todo!”

“I’m excited to be a part of another Matchroom card to show my skills and prove that I belong amongst the top ranked boxers,” said Fuchs. “I appreciate the opportunity to challenge for the WBC Interim belt. This is going to be a great fight but know I will have my hand raised as the new champion. I plan on taking this World title and look forward to bigger belts.”

Matchroom recently announced the signing of big-punching Welterweight Fabian ‘Zurdo’ Rojo, and the Phoenix talent returns quickly after an explosive second round KO win in his backyard in June over Daniel Gonzalez.

“I'm truly honored to be a part of the Matchroom Boxing team and can't wait to step into the ring on August 31 in LA,” said Rojo, who meets Alejandro Frias (15-10-2 7 KOs) over six rounds. “This opportunity is a dream come true for me, and I'm eager to give it my all. Thank you to everyone who's supported me on this journey – let's make it a night to remember!”

Rojo headlines the Before the Bell section of the card, which also features Criztec Bazaldua (5-0 1 KOs) facing Kyle Erwin (7-2 3 KOs) over six rounds at Super-Lightweight, and Alex Gueche (5-0 5 KOs) kicking off the night over six rounds at Bantamweight against David Vargas (8-4-2 5 KOs).