Jermell Charlo vs. Brian Castano II | Showtime - May 14, 2022

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[daz74]

This still not being picked up by any UK broadcastor or online platform?

nothing yet.

the first one was on Fite..

Fite already have the Triller one, but they can have multiple card as its not gonna really class. you chose what you want.

Fite also have Global Titans from Dubai too (the co-main events are mildly interesting)

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Here's what was said:

JERMELL CHARLO

“I have to be dominant. I have to be the best Jermell Charlo that you all are yet to see. I will dominate this fight way differently than I did the last fight.

“Castaño is the same fighter as he’s been in every fight. He’s going to come and keep coming back up. I will use everything I learned from that fight, on Saturday night. I’m going to take advantage of what I have that he doesn’t have. I’m going to use the skills I’m blessed with.

“I’m going to be stronger, faster, and wiser than I’ve ever been before. Thank you, Castaño, for giving me more time to prepare myself.

“I’m grateful for my opportunities. This is my time, and I’m focused. He’s my target, and I’m going to pop him. I know what I possess in the ring. I know who I am, and I know where I come from.

“I’ve worked very hard since last July. All I have to do is go in there and put it all on the line. With the dedication that me and Derrick James I, along with my whole team, including Joan Guzman, put in, we’re ready.

“Knocking people out is what the f*** I do. That’s what I’m known for. I’m known for the power, and I’m known for the speed. That’s what I’m doing.

“I didn’t finish him, so I think that was the only mistake I made. I’m usually a closer. I have that in the back of my mind. Once he’s hurt again, and hopefully, it’s earlier than later, it’s over.

“There’s nothing he’s going to be able to do when we drop these bombs on him Saturday.”

BRIAN CASTAÑO

“I prepare myself very seriously for every opponent I have in front of me. This time, it’s Charlo, and I promise you that I will be more than ready to give the fans a show on Saturday night.

“I thought fighting in his home state was a factor with the judges last time. I still think I’m the visitor here, but it has more of a ‘neutral’ feel than San Antonio did. The lesson I learned is always to have my guard up and be ready for whatever comes my way.

“It will be unique to show everyone what I’m capable of, especially in front of the Latin fans here. This is the culmination of years of work. I’m anxious to go out there and prove that I’m the champion and give the Latin fans the show that they deserve.

“He can say whatever he wants. I could care less if he wants to knock me out. Let’s go out there and see if he can withstand my punishment for 12 rounds.

The lack of respect he has for a fellow athlete bothered me. He said a lot of things that I thought were out of line. I don’t know why he’s all edgy and screaming and nervous. I’d instead show that energy in the ring.

“There isn’t one specific weapon I have that’s better than him because I tailor my style to my opponent. Charlo is going to see what I have in store for him. I’m more than ready to show that what I’ve prepared is more than enough to get the win.

“Charlo is a top-tier fighter. That’s true. But at this level, everyone has power. He’s strong, but nothing about his energy truly stands out to me compared to other fighters I’ve faced. Only one opponent has sent me to the mat, and it wasn’t Charlo.

“Saturday is going to be electric. We’ve been spicing this up. We’re guaranteeing a spectacle. You’re not going to want to miss it.

“The first fight motivated me because I thought that I won. I learned that I couldn’t leave this fight in the hands of the judges. I need to leave no doubt that I’m the superior fighter.”

JARON ENNIS

“On paper, I don’t know if he’s my most formidable challenge. We won’t know until fight night. We’ll see when we get into the ring.

“I don’t watch tape on guys I fight unless I’ve seen them before. We had a great camp, and we will do what we do. Everyone is going to see me shine and make a big statement.

“Most definitely, I’m extending my knockout streak Saturday. We’re going to let it come; 19 in a row is coming. We’re not looking for it.

“We’re not looking past Clayton. We’re coming to do damage on Saturday and look good during it. I can talk about the future afterward, but I’m locked in on Clayton right now.

I know we have a banger of the main event, but I’m coming to steal the show. You know what my motto is, I’m in and out like a lottery.

“People are going to see me go in there and be seamless. This is just another day in the office for me. Another day, another dollar.”

CUSTIO CLAYTON

“This would mean everything to me. I took a fight that most people wouldn’t have taken. This is the type of fight that I need in my career. That’s why I’m incredibly prepared for this.

“I’m coming to fight. We can’t say what will happen, but I’m here to fight.

“Of course, he’s confident he will get a knockout, but I’m here to make sure that doesn’t happen.

“I haven’t been able to get the fights that I’ve needed. So we decided to take this one, even though it’s a fight that not many people would have taken. This is the fight in that I need to prove myself.

“It’s hard to say what his flaws are because I don’t watch much footage. I don’t go by what someone did in their last fight. No one performs the same as they did in their previous contest. I have to be prepared on Saturday to do what I’m capable of doing, stopping him from getting the win.

“I’m a brilliant fighter with a great ring IQ. I haven’t been able to show everything yet, but I think that this fight will bring it out of me. This win would show everyone that I belong on his level.”

EMANUEL RIVERA

“I promise that I’m going to be 100% on Saturday night and give the best of myself. You’re going to see Puerto Rico come out on top again, and I’m going to put on a show for everyone.

“This will open up a lot of doors and open up a better future for my family. I’m coming in there as the best version of myself. This is going to be a tremendous fight.”

STEPHEN ESPINOZA, President, SHOWTIME Sports

“When we announced our schedule back in March, it was clear that the 154-pound division would play a significant role in our plans. But we had no idea the results would be this spectacular. We’ve had every one of the top six super welterweights fight on SHOWTIME in seven weeks. The goal is to answer the question without doubt, who is the best 154-pound fighter?

“Now we have the most critical and meaningful fight in the 154-pound division on Saturday night. SHOWTIME Sports is proud to announce this second chance at history. This is a PPV quality card without the PPV.

“No other platform has this level of quality and quantity for combat sports. May 14 is another Fight of the Year quality fight. No one is consistently giving fans these matchups week after week. That’s what we do at SHOWTIME. We have the best fighting the best week after week.

“If you’re not watching this card, you can’t call yourself a boxing fan. Suppose ever a matchup begged for a rematch. In that case, this is it.” last July in San Antonio, there were 12 grueling rounds between two fighters trying to make history as the first undisputed male 154-pound champion in the four-belt era."

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Weigh in Live

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UK viewers can watch this live, free on YouTube via the PBC channel.

2am start time.

[Sweet Dick Willie]

UK viewers can watch this live, free on YouTube via the PBC channel.

2am start time.

Since when has youtube streamed boxing events of this magnitude? And is this only for UK viewers, or does youtube even have some sort of regional coding.

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UK viewers can watch this live, free on YouTube via the PBC channel.

2am start time.

Since when has youtube streamed boxing events of this magnitude? And is this only for UK viewers, or does youtube even have some sort of regional coding.

Well it’s happening.

When I sometimes try watching a US stream, it says not available in my regions

[Sweet Dick Willie]

UK viewers can watch this live, free on YouTube via the PBC channel.

2am start time.

Since when has youtube streamed boxing events of this magnitude? And is this only for UK viewers, or does youtube even have some sort of regional coding.

Well it’s happening.

When I sometimes try watching a US stream, it says not available in my regions

Let's see how it works out here in Finland. This is the match of the year so far for me.

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Jermell came in just over 152 pounds.

[daz74]

UK viewers can watch this live, free on YouTube via the PBC channel.

2am start time.

Since when has youtube streamed boxing events of this magnitude? And is this only for UK viewers, or does youtube even have some sort of regional coding.

yes the content of you tube differs depending on the country you’re logging in from

[Mexi-Box]

I'm surprised Charlo is still making weight. He's a very big 154lber. I thought this would've been the one where he came in over, so props for him.

[amwsnw]

Really looking forward to this one. Thought castano did enough in the first fight and Im thinking he edges this.

[apollo creed]

I'm surprised Charlo is still making weight. He's a very big 154lber. I thought this would've been the one where he came in over, so props for him.

He has the frame of a smw. Its crazy how Mell is making 154.

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Stats and Stakes

Jermell Charlo

Age: 31
Titles: Lineal World Jr. middleweight (2020-Present, 1 Defense); WBC super welterweight (2019-Present, 2 Defenses); Ring/WBA/IBF Jr. middleweight (2020-Present, 1 Defense)
Previous Titles: WBC super welterweight (2016-18, 3 Defenses)
Height: 5’11
Weight: 152 ¾ lbs.
Stance: Orthodox
Hails from: Houston, Texas
Record: 34-1-1, 18 KO
Record in Major Title Fights: 6-1-1, 5 KO
Last Five Opponents: 120-8-2 (.931)
Notable Outcomes, TBRB and/or Ring Rated Foes: Vanes Martirosyan UD10; Erickson Lubin (8) KO1; Austin Trout MD12; Tony Harrison KO11; Jeison Rosario KO8; Brian Castano D12
Additional Current/Former Titlists Faced: Joachim Alcine TKO6; Tony Harrision L12

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Brian Castano

Age: 32
Title: WBO Jr. middleweight (2021-Present, 1 Defense)
Previous Titles: None (Held WBA sub-title at 154 lbs.)
Height: 5’7 ½
Weight: 153 ¾ lbs.
Stance: Orthodox
Hails from: Isidro Casanova, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Record: 17-0-2, 12 KO
Press Rankings: #1 (Ring, ESPN), #2 (TBRB, BoxRec)
Record in Major Title Fights: 1-0-1 (4-0-2, 2 KO including WBA sub-title fights)
Last Five Opponents: 164-11-2 (.932)
Notable Outcomes, TBRB and/or Ring Rated Foes: Michael Soro SD12; Erislandy Lara D12; Patrick Teixeira UD12; Jermell Charlo D12
Additional Current/Former Titlists Faced: None

[MightyWarrior]

It’s a toss up, but got a feeling Castano might upset Charlo here ( assume JC is slight fave ) but It’ll be close again, unless JC lands a bomb.

Undercard Boots fight looks ace, this Canadian kid apparently good, and believing he can win. Nice test here for the man who would be king.

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A lot picking JC won win by KO.

Like he avenged his previous loss with a stoppage win

[Cent0089]

Undercard Boots fight looks ace, this Canadian kid apparently good, and believing he can win. Nice test here for the man who would be king.

Look at this guy Custio Clayton right bicep size at weigh in. Not bad for a 147 lbs guy lol. Always hyped to see Jaron Ennis fight

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For the UK fans.

[Monzon83]

Undercard Boots fight looks ace, this Canadian kid apparently good, and believing he can win. Nice test here for the man who would be king.

Look at this guy Custio Clayton right bicep size at weigh in. Not bad for a 147 lbs guy lol. Always hyped to see Jaron Ennis fight

He has very solid, thick looking upper body for a 147lber. Thought he was a MW when i looked at him.

It's always amazing looking at guys at the same weight. Stand this dude next to Amir Khan at 147 and you wouldn't think they were in the same sport let alone weight category.

[brilo33]

such a great fight the first one thought bri won it, it was close and rematch is good, i think charlo knows he has to go out and stop bri and he nearly did , charlo ko

[brilo33]

A lot picking JC won win by KO.

Like he avenged his previous loss with a stoppage win

i think he has to i cant remember what rd but charlo nearly had bri out, because bri out boxed for large parts of the fight, honestly i think i had bri 9 3 in the first fight

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For the UK fans.

Time we estimating for the main event? Gonna be a sleep and alarm jobby!
4am?

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For the UK fans.

Time we estimating for the main event? Gonna be a sleep and alarm jobby!
4am?

I’m putting 4..

Migjt get up early and catch a bit of Ennis.

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Date: Saturday May 14, 2022
Location: Dignity Health Sports Park - Carson, CA
TV: Showtime

Start Times
Showtime: 9 pm ET | 6 pm PT | 2 am BST (Main Card)

Promoted by: Premier Boxing Champions

Main Card

Undisputed Sper Welterweight Championship
Jermell Charlo vs. Brian Castano

12 Round IBF Welterweight eliminator Bout
Jaron Ennis vs. Custio Clayton

10 Round Super Bantamweight Bout
Kevin Gonzalez vs. Emanuel Rivera

[Monzon83]

Is this the first time PBC have put up one of their main event cards live on YouTube for non US viewers?

A great idea if so. Should be done for other fights as well. It won't hurt their US figures and guarantees massive exposure for their fighters on a major platform worldwide. Well done to PBC.