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Charlo-Derevyanchenko, Charlo-Rosario On Showtime PPV 9/26

The Charlos’ undercard also will feature Mario Barrios (25-0, 16 KOs), who will defend the WBA world 140-pound championship against Ryan Karl (18-2, 12 KOs), and Brandon Figueroa (20-0-1, 15 KOs), who’ll defend the WBA world super bantamweight championship versus Damien Vazquez (15-1-1, 8 KOs). The September 26 show will include an IBF lightweight elimination match that’ll pit Diego Magdaleno (32-3, 13 KOs) against Isaac Cruz (19-1-1, 14 KOs) as well.

Supporting the first Pay-Per-View event of the night, unbeaten secondary WBA 122-pound titlist Brandon Figueroa (20-0-1, 15KOs) faces Damien Vazquez.

Figueroa claimed the interim version of the WBA 122-pound title with an 8th round stoppage of Yonfrez Parejo last April. His lone defense of that version of the title came in the form of a homecoming headliner, scoring a 4th round stoppage of Argentina’s Javier Chacon last August in Edinburg, Texas, mere miles from his Weslaco hometown.

Three months later came an upgrade to WBA “Regular” titlist, although his belt was not officially at stake in his credited first defense. Figueroa fought to a 12-round draw with former WBC titlist Julio Ceja, who miserably missed weight ahead of their Fox PPV undercard clash in support of Deontay Wilder’s repeat knockout win over

Well Damien lost 80-71 to Payano and could only draw with a 9-10 fighter last year, so this probably wont go well for him

Fig will beat his body down in two.

“I remember a long time ago he fought Adam Lopez,” Figueora recalled. “It was a good fight. [My team] told Al Haymon we wanted to fight either one of them because they were both hot rising prospects. I know [Fulton] said that I wanted to fight him, when he had no fights, but honestly I had [only] three more fights than him at that time. I called out both of them and they said no, and I called out Stephen Fulton again a second time, and he said no. So then I worked my way up to the ranks and now he’s the one that wants to fight me.”

“I’ve never backed down from anyone, I don’t know where [Fulton’s] getting that from, that I’m ducking him,” Figueroa said. “You can talk to Al Haymon. I’m in the position where I’m at because I’ve never said no to any opponent that Al Haymon has thrown at me. If he wants to fight, I’m ready to fight..I’ve been looking for that fight too, but he didn’t want to fight me back then. Now, he’s the one calling me out?"

Should the fight go down, Figueroa offered a simple prediction.

“We would either go to a decision or I would probably make him quit in the later rounds,” he said. “[Fulton] doesn’t have that power. He doesn’t have that consistency that I do. I think he’s a good fighter, but not a great fighter to the point that I’m scared of him or that I’m ducking him. If Al Haymon lines up that fight then we can go at it, but I feel like I'll be the bigger man that night. I’ll just take it to him, like I do with all my opponents and just break him down and finish him in the late rounds.”

going Figueroa like him as a fighter, would like to see him up his work rate a bit though, still learning good be a really good fighter , want to see more fire in him

In case anyone has forgotten about this one.

Ruthless-RKO wrote: ↑01 Sep 2020, 04:30 In case anyone has forgotten about this one.

Not me. Love Fig. Love his body attack.

Vasquez is a can, maybe Fig's side not so ambitious after last fight

margaret thatcher wrote: ↑01 Sep 2020, 20:32 Vasquez is a can, maybe Fig's side not so ambitious after last fight

Was thinking the same..

BRANDON FIGUEROA TRAINING CAMP QUOTES

WESLACO, TX. – September 3, 2020 – Unbeaten WBA Super Bantamweight Champion Brandon “Heartbreaker” Figueroa gave updates on his current training camp and previewed his showdown against Damien Vazquez taking place Saturday, September 26 on part one of a first-of-its-kind SHOWTIME PPV doubleheader presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

The 23-year-old Figueroa has begun to make a name for himself as a force in the 122-pound division and has moved past being known primarily as the younger brother of former champion Omar Figueroa. However, it is the encouragement and motivation he receives from his brother, in addition to his father and head trainer, Omar Sr., and his sister and strength and conditioning coach, Omayra, that has helped him get to this point.

“It’s great to have my family behind me because they understand what I fight for,” said Figueroa. “Especially in a career like this, it’s not easy, and they help me a lot both mentally and physically. I’m grateful that they support and push me the way that they do.

“Training camp for this fight has been going really well. I’ve been sparring a lot with Omar Juarez and a number of guys from here in the Rio Grande Valley. We’ve just been helping each other out, keeping busy and keeping the work rate up.”

Figueroa returns to defend his title after fighting to an exciting draw against Julio Ceja in a November clash. Figueroa is set on making up for what he sees as far from his best performance, and believes that the extra rest time because of the pandemic will end up being an advantage.

“Heading into my last fight, I had some injuries that I was dealing with,” said Figueroa. “But with this pandemic and the quarantine, I got a chance to recover and fully heal. I’ve never had this much time between fights, so I feel great now and I’m prepared for this fight. I’m just anxious to fight at this point.

“I don’t take anything away from Ceja though. He came to fight. But we learn from every fight. What I took away from it was that even at the worst moment of my career, I didn’t lose. I’m a different fighter now, though. I’m healthy heading into this upcoming fight and I feel like everyone is going to see a different type of Brandon Figueroa.”

Figueroa’s September 26 foe Vazquez has already stated that he plans to make their title fight a “Mexican war” full of toe-to-toe action. For Figueroa, no stranger to action fights himself, he sees that as playing into his hands.

“I feel like the action fighting has been my style and game plan since day one,” said Figueroa. “But I obviously believe I’d also have an advantage boxing him at distance. So he can say whatever he wants, I don’t think he’s going to want to go toe-to-toe with me. I can guarantee you he’ll regret that.

“I see this as the biggest opportunity of my career, and Vazquez is standing in my way. This is my chance to show everyone why I’m one of the best fighters in the world. I’m ready, I’m focused on September 26 and I can’t wait to showcase my skills.”

The stacked doubleheader lineup includes a number of top fighters in and around the 122-pound division, including a vacant WBC title fight between Luis Nery and Aaron Alameda, plus former unified champion Danny Roman battling Juan Carlos Payano in a title eliminator. In addition, the winner of a future fight between recently crowned WBO champion Angelo Leo and Stephen Fulton could loom as a possible opponent down the road. No matter who Figueroa may face next, he is in position to deliver action for boxing fans.

“At this point, I feel like any fight with me against a top 122-pounder is a great fight,” said Figueroa. “I’m willing to mix it up with any of them. I honestly don’t care who wants to fight me, I’ll take any of them to put on a great show for the fans. My team knows that as well. So hopefully after September 26 we can make a great fight with any of the other top fighters in my division.”

The unprecedented pay-per-view twin bill features six compelling fights in all, five of which are world title fights, on the same night for one price. Part one of the SHOWTIME PPV telecast begins live at a special time of 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT with the three-fight card topped by unbeaten WBC Champion Jermall Charlo facing top contender Sergiy Derevyanchenko. Figueroa will defend his title against 122-pound contender Vázquez in the co-featured bout, while WBO Bantamweight World Champion John Riel Casimero faces off against unbeaten Duke Micah in the pay-per-view opener.

Following a 30-minute intermission, the second three-fight card, headlined by the historic unification matchup between WBC Super Welterweight Champion Jermell Charlo and IBF and WBA 154-pound champion Jeison Rosario, will begin. Unbeaten former champion Nery will battle undefeated Alameda for the vacant WBC Super Bantamweight World Championship in the co-feature, while former unified champion Danny Román faces off against former champion Juan Carlos Payano in a WBC Super Bantamweight title eliminator bout to open the second installment of the pay-per-view.

The event is presented by Premier Boxing Champions and promoted by Lions Only Promotions and TGB Promotions. The Jermell Charlo vs. Jeison Rosario match is co-promoted with Sampson Boxing.

Danny Roman Previews Showdown Against Juan C Payano Ahead of SHOWTIME PPV® Doubleheader

Former unified super bantamweight champion Danny Roman anticipates an action packed showdown as he previewed his upcoming WBC super bantamweight title eliminator bout against former world champion Juan Carlos Payano taking place Saturday, September 26 in part two of a first-of-its-kind SHOWTIME PPV doubleheader presented by Premier Boxing Champions.

“Payano is one of the toughest and roughest fighters in the division,” said Roman. “His only losses are to elite fighters. This fight will be all action because Payano likes to mix it up, as do I. The fans will get to see two warriors going at it as I’m fully prepared for a grueling fight. This will be an explosive twelve-round battle, and that’s if it goes the distance, which I highly doubt.”

Roman and his longtime trainer Eddie Gonzalez have prepared for the Payano fight at the Fundamentals Gym in Los Angeles, studying their opponent and aiming to put on an impressive performance on September 26.

“It’s been a very productive training camp thus far,” said Roman. “We’ve been going strong, but smart, since early August. Coach Eddie has been studying Payano and we see some flaws in his game that we feel we can capitalize on. I’m in great shape and its full steam ahead for Payano showdown.”

The Los Angeles-native Roman will return to the ring for the first time since dropping a narrow split-decision, and his super bantamweight titles, to Murodjon Akhmadaliev in January. Roman knows that with a win in this title eliminator, he will be in a prime position to regain his status in the division.

“A victory will put me right back on the doorstep for a world title,” said Roman. “I feel that I’m still one of the best fighters at super bantamweight, but I must get past Payano. There are so many big fights at super bantamweight, because this division is one of the deepest in boxing. My mind is set on becoming a world champion again, and a victory against Payano will bring me closer to that goal.”

The September 26 doubleheader is stacked with champions and top talent in the 122-pound division, presenting an abundance of opportunities for Roman should he emerge victorious. The 30-year-old relishes the opportunities in front of him to fight for the top spot at super bantamweight.

“I’m excited about this next chapter of my career with PBC and fighting on SHOWTIME®,” said Roman. “I know there will be a lot of big fights that can be made, and I want to thank my promoter Thompson Boxing for always believing in me. At the end of the day, I’m an entertainer and I want to give the fans great fights.”

The unprecedented pay-per-view twin bill features six compelling fights in all, five of which are world title fights, on the same night for one price. Part one of the SHOWTIME PPV telecast begins live at a special time of 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT with the three-fight card topped by unbeaten WBC Champion Jermall Charlo facing top contender Sergiy Derevyanchenko. WBA Super Bantamweight Champion Brandon Figueroa will defend his title against 122-pound contender Damien Vázquez in the co-featured bout, while WBO Bantamweight World Champion John Riel Casimero faces off against unbeaten Duke Micah in the pay-per-view opener.

Following a 30-minute intermission, the second three-fight card, headlined by the historic unification matchup between WBC Super Welterweight Champion Jermell Charlo and IBF and WBA 154-pound champion Jeison Rosario, will begin. Unbeaten former champion Luis Nery will battle undefeated Aaron Alameda for the vacant WBC Super Bantamweight World Championship in the co-feature, while former unified champion Román faces off against former champion Payano in a WBC Super Bantamweight title eliminator bout to open the second installment of the pay-per-view.

The event is presented by Premier Boxing Champions and promoted by Lions Only Promotions and TGB Promotions. The Jermell Charlo vs. Jeison Rosario match is co-promoted with Sampson Boxing.

Fight Week!

Fig stops Vazquez

Ruthless-RKO wrote: ↑26 Sep 2020, 20:42 Fig stops Vazquez

That was a killer fight for the first 6 rounds. Brutal beating the last few. Vazquez’s corner let him go out on his shield.

Tough beating by Figueroa, should have ended earlier.

JxhDel. wrote: ↑26 Sep 2020, 21:38 Tough beating by Figueroa, should have ended earlier.

Big credit to Vazquez’s chin and guts. Kept punching back after a lot of guys would’ve stopped and waited for the ref to waive it off.