Showing posts with label Jarrell Miller. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jarrell Miller. Show all posts

Thursday, January 8, 2015

WEIGHTS FROM SANTA YNEZ ESPN "FRIDAY NIGHT FIGHTS"


12-ROUND MAIN EVENT
Jonathan Maicelo 135 vs. Darleys Perez 133
WBA Interim Lightweight Championship

Francisco Santana  145 vs. Kendal Mena  147
Roman Morales 121 vs. Ernesto Guerrero 119
Manuel Romero 136 vs. Carlos Gonzales 140
Aaron Kinch 253 vs. Jerrell Miller 281
Paula Estrada 106 vs. Kayana Rain 108
Maria Suarez 109 vs. Jolene Blackshear 110

 Francisco Santana vs. Kendal Mena
WBA International Championship
 Ernesto Guerrero vs. Roman Morales
 Manuel Romero vs. Carlos Gonzalez
 Jerrell Miller vs. Aaron Kinch
 Paula Estrada vs. Kayana Rain
 Maria Saurez vs. Jolene Blackshear

The ESPN "Friday Night Fights" telecast begins Friday January 9, 2015 at 9:00 p.m. EST / 6:00 p.m. PST from the Chumash Resort Casino in Santa Ynez, Calif. 

Tickets priced $35, $50, $65, $85, and $95 are on sale now and can be purchased at the Chumash Casino Box office or online at HERE.  Doors open at 5:00 P.M, first fight starts at 5:30 P.M. 

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

ESPN "FRIDAY NIGHT FIGHTS" JAN 9 AT THE CHUMASH RESORT CASINO



SANTA, YNEZ (January 5, 2015Gary Shaw Productions welterweight contender, Francisco Santana (21-3-1, 10 KOs) has a new opponent for this Fridays "ESPN Friday Night Fights" show at the Chumash Casino.  Santana will now face undefeated prospect Kendal Mena (20-0, 11 KOs) of the Dominican Republic.  Santana vs. Mena, a 10-round bout, will serve as the co-feature to the 12-round main event featuring WBA Interim lightweight champion Darleys Perez (31-1, 20 KOs) vs.Jonathan Maicelo (21-1, 12 KOs).

After an impressive win against Eddie Gomez (17-1, 10 KOs) at super-welterweight earlier this year, Santana feels he has the talent to become something special in the welterweight division. 

"I was supposed to fight Sebastian Lujan and then Randall Bailey but both bouts fell out," said Francisco Santana. "Now I'm fighting Mena who is undefeated, which is a fight I'm looking forward to.  A win against Mena will be a nice nod on my record.  I'm moving down to 147 for this fight.  I know I can make some noise in the welterweight division.  Gary Shaw, who is a man of his word, has promised me some big fights, so I'm going to do my best to perform to my best ability."

 "Santana is a throwback fighter and he's willing to fight anyone to get to the top." said Gary Shaw. "Mena is undefeated but I believe Santana has what it takes to come out on top.  My undefeated featherweight sensation, Roman Morales, will be making his 2015 debut on this card as well.  It's gong to be a great show and I'm expecting a night filled with exciting fights." 

Undercard

8-Round Featherweight Bout
Roman Morales (18-0, 9 KOs) vs. Ernesto Guerrero (15-14, 10 KOs)

6-Round Heavyweight Bout
Jarrell Miller (10-0-1, 9 KOs) vs. Aaron Kinch (5-3-2, 1 KO)

6-Round Female Attraction
Maria Suarez (8-1-1) vs. Jolene Blackshear (9-5, 4 KOs)

4-Round Featherweight Bout
Manuel Romero (0-2-2) vs. Oscar Rojas (0-1)

4-Round Female Attraction
Paula Estrada (0-1) vs. Kayana Rain (Pro Debut)

8-Round Heavyweight Bout
Mike Perez (20-1-1, 12 KOs) vs. TBA

The ESPN "Friday Night Fights" telecast begins Friday January 9, 2015 at 9:00 p.m. EST / 6:00 p.m. PST from the Chumash Resort Casino in Santa Ynez, Calif.  Tickets priced $35, $50, $65, $85, and $95 are on sale now and can be purchased at the Chumash Casino Box office or online at HERE.  Doors open at 5:00 P.M, first fight starts at 5:30 P.M.

Friday, November 21, 2014

GCP INKS CO-PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH STAR OF DAVID AND MULTI-SPORT STAR JARRELL MILLER





 
Former K1 and MMA Star Now an Undefeated Heavyweight KO Artist

 
Greg Cohen of Greg Cohen Promotions (GCP) proudly announces the signing of a co-promotional agreement (with Dmitriy Salita's Star of David Promotions) of multi combat-sport star and heavyweight boxing KO artist Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller (10-0-1, 9 KOs).

26-year-old Miller, who stands 6 ft. 4 in and weighs in at 260 lbs., is a native of Brooklyn, New York. He is of Caribbean and Latin American heritage and trains at Gleason's and GYMU Gyms with trainers Harry Keitt and Kelly Richardson.

After a short amateur career, Miller turned to the pro boxing ranks. He has worked as chief sparring partner for both Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko. In pro kickboxing, which Miller started at the tender age of 18, he was 21-2, (9 KOs), including an upset victory over American Kick Boxing Star Pat Berry. His only two losses were controversial ones to Kickboxing legend Mirko Cro-Cop, one of them in the quarter finals of the 2012 K-1 World Grand Prix.

"Jarrell is the most naturally gifted fighting machine in the world. There is nothing he can't do extremely well. He's a future star in the heavyweight division," said an absolutely pumped Greg Cohen. "This is a huge coup for my company. I'm very excited about it and about Jarrell's prospects in boxing. Who doesn't love a guy who can punch a hole in a tank?"

Cohen also says he's happy to be working with a man he knows and respects, his co-promotional partner and former world title challenger, Dmitriy Salita and Star of David Promotions. "Dmitriy has a very sharp mind for boxing and is an extremely easy man to work with. I look forward to mapping out Jarrell's road to the world championship with him."

Salita is equally excited about the partnership. "Greg has guided the career of many outstanding heavyweight prospects to world titles and stardom. We will do great things together with Jarrell, whom I have known since he was 16 years old. Jarrell has all the tools to be a real star in the heavyweight division and I am excited to work with Greg Cohen and his company."

Cohen says after 11 pro fights, Miller has already turned heads and made tremendous improvements.

"He's something the heavyweight division needs badly. Jarrell is fearless, he's got an exciting and aggressive style and he's got one-punch power. He's advancing rapidly because of his tremendous natural abilities and his work ethic and dedication."

Thursday, November 6, 2014

OPPONENTS ANNOUNCED FOR NOVEMBER 13 LONG ISLAND BOXING EVENT AT THE SPACE AT WESTBURY





 'RAZOR' RAINONE TO FACE CARL MCNICKLES FOR USBO WELTERWEIGHT TITLE IN MAIN EVENT

Greg Cohen Promotions (GCP) has announced several of the opponents for theThursday, November 13, night of world-class professional boxing, produced by David Schuster's Winner Take All Productions and sponsored by Westbury Jeep Chrysler Dodge Long Island, at the luxurious The Space at Westbury, in Westbury, New York.

In the night's main event, Plainview, New York's Tommy "The Razor" Rainone (21-5-1, 4 KOs) will face Chicago's Carl "The Assassin" McNickles (8-5, 6 KOs) in a 10-round battle for the USBO Welterweight title.

A popular "all heart" warrior who doubles as an actor outside the ring, Rainone is riding a five-fight unbeaten streak, but McNickles will provide him a good test, as he has been in with several world-ranked contenders.

In the main supporting bout, Kildare, Ireland's "Hurricane" Dennis Hogan (19-0-1, 7 KOs) will face Venezuela's Jose "Bam Bam" Rodriguez-Berrio (21-6, 13 KOs) in a junior middleweight eight-rounder. The buzz around Hogan is that he is a star in the making and the fight against Rodriguez-Berrio will be his first outside his adopted homeland of Australia.

In a very special six-round, non-title women's super-fight between reigning champions, Brooklyn's WBO World Female Lightweight Champion, Amanda "The Real Deal" Serrano (21-1-1, 16 KOs), will take on Cleveland's WIBA World Featherweight champion Carla Torres (4-2).

On the undercard, undefeated heavyweight KO artist Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller (9-0-1, 9 KOs) will face Rodricka Ray (5-7-1, 2 KOs) in a heavyweight six-rounder; Eduardo Martinez (3-0, 1 KO) of Illinois will go against Millville, New Jersey's Joshua Reyes (5-3, 2 KOs) in a featherweight six; Rich "Brazil" Neves (7-1-1, 3 KOs) of New York will take on Philadelphia's Maurice Amaro (2-7, 1 KO) in a middleweight four; Westbury's own Dave Meloni (0-1,) will battle Felip Nazario (0-4) of the Bronx in a super featherweight four; Philadelphia lightweight Samuel Teah (4-1, 2 KOs) will go four against Brooklyn's Ian James (3-8-1, 1 KO). and junior middleweight Peter Dobson (1-0) will face Anton Williamson (1-1) of New Rochelle, New York in a four-rounder.

An opponent is still being sought for Chicago welterweight Kenneth Sims Jr (3-0, 2 KOs).

Tickets for Boxing at The Space at Westbury are priced at $150 golden ringside, $100 ringside and $50 general admission and are available at Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations, thespaceatwestbury.com, The Space at Westbury Box Office: (516) 283-5566, or by calling the GCP office: (212) 851-6425.

The Space at Westbury was born as the Westbury Movie Theater on November 10, 1927, opening its doors to an audience that marveled at the beauty of its Tudor style inspired auditorium. The feature for opening night was "Hula" starring Clara Bow. On the stage, The University of Maryland Collegian's Band thrilled the audience with a spectacular performance. On Friday, November 11, 1927 to celebrate Armistice Day, "Beau Geste" starring Ronald Coleman was screened.

The Westbury Theatre was one of six theaters built by Salvatore Calderone in Nassau County, Long Island. The theater flourished as a single screen house until it was twinned in the late 1970's. As patronage decreased, the theater soon closed its doors. Eight years ago Cyrus Hakakian and his partners saved the Westbury Theater from demolition. After viewing the magnificent space, he was determined to preserve the grandeur of the original theater while re-purposing the facility to accommodate all aspects of contemporary entertainment. With the installation of state of the art lighting and sound systems combined with flexible seating plans, the Westbury Theater now enters a new chapter of its illustrious history as The Space at Westbury. The Space at Westbury is located at 250 Post Ave in Westbury, New York. For more information, visit
thespaceatwestbury.com.

Westbury Jeep Chrysler Dodge Long Island is located at 100 Jericho Turnpike in Jericho, New York. For more information, visit westburyjeep.com or call (516) 333-2666.

On fight night, Doors open at 6 pm and the action starts at 7 pm. All bouts subject to change.

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About Greg Cohen Promotions

One of boxing's premier promotional outfits, Greg Cohen Promotions (GCP) is a well-respected name for staging world-class professional boxing events and promoting elite professional fighters throughout the world.

Founder and CEO Greg Cohen has been involved with professional boxing in various capacities since the late 1980s, honing his craft and establishing himself as a shrewd international boxing businessman.

Distinguished by his ability to spot and develop raw talent, Cohen made headlines for his expert guidance of, among many others, former WBA Junior Middleweight Champion Austin "No Doubt" Trout, who Cohen helped guide from unknown New Mexico prospect to elite pay-per-view level superstar.

In addition to Trout, Greg Cohen Promotions has worked with established names such as former unified and two-time heavyweight champion Hasim "The Rock" Rahman (50-8-2, 41 KOs); and all-time-great multiple-weight class world champion James "Lights Out" Toney (74-7-3, 45 KOs).

Current world-rated contenders in the GCP roster include Arash Usmanee, universally recognized as a top-10 super featherweight; former WBA International Middleweight Champion and world-rated middleweight contender Jarrod Fletcher; top-rated featherweight Joel Brunker; Freddie Roach-trained heavyweight Lateef Kayode; Canadian lightweight and TV action hero Tony Luis, currently rated #12 in the WBA; Top 15 IBF and WBA and five-time Irish National Amateur Champion, Dennis Hogan; and Rising Undefeated Welterweight sensation Cecil McCalla. 

Greg Cohen Promotions has hosted world-class boxing events in the finest venues throughout the United States and the world and has also proudly provided talent and/or content for several television networks including HBO, Showtime, ESPN, NBC Sports Network, MSG and FOX Sports Net.

Friday, September 19, 2014

American heavyweight sensation Jarrell Miller on MSG tonight

  




Brooklyn, NY (September 19, 2014) -The heavyweight division is moving closer to the post-Klitschko era. Vitali Klitschko has retired and Wladimir Klitschko can't have many more years left at the top of the heap.

Fight fans are now looking for fighters who will be stepping in to fill the vacuum. New York-based promoter Dmitriy Salita believes that he promotes a boxer with the skills, and the punch, and the charisma, to help fill the gap when the Klitschkos are out of the picture.

You can see for yourself what Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller brings to the table, TONIGHT, on MSG Network.

This evening (Friday, Sept. 19, 10 PM ET), you can check out prospect, and possible future heavyweight champion "Big Baby" Miller, a 26-year-old Brooklyn resident, who owns a 9-0 record (with 9 knockouts).

Miller's fight with solid vet Joshua Harris will be part of a program topped by a stellar main event, a leading contender for 2014 Fight of the Year, the cruiserweight clash for the WBC International championship, between Junior Wright and Steve Bujaj.

Salita is totally enthused about the possibilities in the near future for Miller, who's conjured some buzz as just maybe being another hard-punching luminary from the borough of Brooklyn, which helped form the character and skill set of Hall of Famer Mike Tyson and super-skilled Riddick Bowe.

"Jarrell has the skills, size, power and personality to be a force and a star in the heavyweight division," Salita said. Salita recommends you get the popcorn and beverage of your choice ready for the MSG presentation this evening, and also asks that you note the show will run Saturday, Sept. 20 (7 PM ET) in case you have other plans this evening. "Junior Wright versus Steve Bujaj was the best live fight I have ever seen," the fighter/promoter said, which is no small feat.

Please log on to Salitapromotions.com more information on the next Salita show.

Fight of year candidate Wright vs Bujaj on MSG tonight

  





Brooklyn, NY (September 19, 2014) Star of David Promotions is exceedingly pleased and excited to announce that Mid-Atlantic area fight fans will now be able to check out one of the contenders for 2014 Fight of the Year, the cruiserweight tussle between Junior Wright and Steve Bujaj. This bout thrilled boxing fanatics who saw the two men engage in the heated scrap in Brooklyn.

 
MSG Network will show that entire Wright-Bujaj scrap, and a ton more action from the early summer show put together by Dmitriy Salita, the fighter/promoter who is happy to be able to showcase his fights on the home of the NBA Knicks and the NHL Rangers.

 
Viewers can tune in on September 19th at 10pm and the show will also
run September 20th at 7pm.
 
"Junior Wright versus Steve Bujaj was the best live fight I have ever
seen," Salita said of a contest for which the WBC International
cruiserweight title was on the line. "It is rare that a fight lives up
to it's hype but in this case, it exceeded all expectations and then
some. MSG has a long and rich tradition of great fights staged in the
center of the world for boxing, New York City. I am grateful that MSG
will televise this show and New York City boxing fans will get a chance
to see what "Brooklyn Brawl" is all about.
 
"MSG Network is glad to team up with the Dimitriy Salita and Star of
David Promotions to telecast the thrilling fight between cruiserweights
Junior Wright and Steve Bujaj," said Ocean MacAdams, senior vice
president, programming, MSG Networks. "We are proud of the classic
fights we telecast on MSG, and this candidate for 'fight of the year'
is a must-watch for boxing fans."
 
Besides the main event fight fans will see world class prospects Steve
Martinez, a two-fisted closer who has trouble getting fights because
boxers fear his power; Dimash Niyazov, a slick stylist; and future
heavyweight superstar Jarrell Miller, who combines power and charisma
in a way which has some insiders tabbing him as a future heavyweight
champion. All are NYC residents climbing their way up the pro ranks to
a world title. Also, pay special attention to unbeaten Russian amateur
standout Alexey Zubov, now living in California, and fighting as a
cruiserweight.
 
"I fought on MSG myself, winning the Golden Gloves, and as a pro, the
fan recognition that it brings is incredible," Salita said. "I am
grateful that MSG will bring much needed exposure to these talented,
hungry New York-based fighters."

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Star of David promotions to showcase Pro Boxing on MSG

  




Brooklyn, NY (September 16, 2014) Star of David Promotions is exceedingly pleased and excited to announce that Mid-Atlantic area fight fans will now be able to check out one of the contenders for 2014 Fight of the Year, the cruiserweight tussle between Junior Wright and Steve Bujaj. This bout thrilled boxing fanatics who saw the two men engage in the heated scrap in Brooklyn.

MSG Network will show that entire Wright-Bujaj scrap, and a ton more action from the early summer show put together by Dmitriy Salita, the fighter/promoter who is happy to be able to showcase his fights on the home of the NBA Knicks and the NHL Rangers.

Viewers can tune in on September 19th at 10pm and the show will also run September 20th at 7pm.
"Junior Wright versus Steve Bujaj was the best live fight I have ever
seen," Salita said of a contest for which the WBC International
cruiserweight title was on the line. "It is rare that a fight lives up
to it's hype but in this case, it exceeded all expectations and then
some. MSG has a long and rich tradition of great fights staged in the
center of the world for boxing, New York City. I am grateful that MSG
will televise this show and New York City boxing fans will get a chance
to see what "Brooklyn Brawl" is all about.
"MSG Network is glad to team up with the Dimitriy Salita and Star of
David Promotions to telecast the thrilling fight between cruiserweights
Junior Wright and Steve Bujaj," said Ocean MacAdams, senior vice
president, programming, MSG Networks. "We are proud of the classic
fights we telecast on MSG, and this candidate for 'fight of the year'
is a must-watch for boxing fans."
Besides the main event fight fans will see world class prospects Steve
Martinez, a two-fisted closer who has trouble getting fights because
boxers fear his power; Dimash Niyazov, a slick stylist; and future
heavyweight superstar Jarrell Miller, who combines power and charisma
in a way which has some insiders tabbing him as a future heavyweight
champion. All are NYC residents climbing their way up the pro ranks to
a world title. Also, pay special attention to unbeaten Russian amateur
standout Alexey Zubov, now living in California, and fighting as a
cruiserweight.
"I fought on MSG myself, winning the Golden Gloves, and as a pro, the
fan recognition that it brings is incredible," Salita said. "I am
grateful that MSG will bring much needed exposure to these talented,
hungry New York-based fighters."

Thursday, July 31, 2014

Brooklyn Brawl returns on Thursday, September 18 to the Millennium Theater in Brooklyn


Junior Wright back in action; Plus Steven Martinez, Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller, Amanda Serrano vs Jackie Trivilino, Akil Aguste vs Godson Noel, Dimash Niyazov, Peter Reyes and Gary Beriguette

BROOKLYN (July 31, 2014)-The fight fans have been clamoring for it, so back, by popular demand, comes another edition of "Brooklyn Brawl."

Star of David Promotions CEO Dmitriy Salita is excited to announce that another exciting evening of professional boxing will run on Sept. 18, at the Master Theater in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn.
Cruiserweight Junior Wright (10-0-1, 9 KO's), who wowed the crowd with his skills, stamina and toughness in the last Brooklyn Brawl, back in May, will be in action on September. 18 in a six round bout. "Junior Wright is recognized as one of the best cruiserweights in the world. He loves fighting in New York City, we are very happy to bring one of the best prospects back to Brooklyn," Salita said. 
Also, junior middleweight contender Steven Martinez (15-1, 12 KO's), gaining more of a reputation as a power punching fan favorite in every outing, will also see action in Brighton Beach. Salita co-promotes Martinez along with future Hall of Famer Roy Jones Jr. It speaks loudly that Jones, having been regarded himself as one of the most talented hitters every to enter the ring, calls Martinez, "one of the best talents in the junior middleweight division." Added Salita: "Steve Martinez has been looking very impressive. He wants to make a statement again."  He will compete in a six round bout.
Top ten pound for pounder in the women's ranks Amanda Serrano (20-1-1, 15 KO's), a two-time world champion, will have her hands full with Jackie Trivilino, who showed New York fight fans she's the real deal on June 14, when she fought rising star Heather Hardy tooth and nail at Barclays Center.   This will be an 8-round bout.
Dimash Niyazov (6-0-2, 4 KO's), a Kazakhstan-born boxer who possesses a blend of speed, power and mobility, looks to show boxing fans that Gennady Golovkin isn't the only pugilistic talent produced by that nation. The junior welterweight living on Staten Island meets Jamell Tyson in a 6-round bout on Sept. 18."Dimash Niyazov has been very inspired by success of his countryman Gennady Golovkin," Salita said. "Dimash is very popular in this area, and is motivated to climb up the ranks."
Also, 4-1 middleweight Akil "That Dude" Auguste (4-1, 4 Ko's) of Brooklyn seeks to extend his KO streak to five fights, this time taking on Godson Noel (3-0, 2 KO's).
Heavyweight contender Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller (9-0-1, 9 KO's) returns to action in a six rounder. Popular power puncher Peter Reyes (4-0, 2 KO's)  is set to compete in a four rounder, against Maurice Amaro of Philadelphia.  Gary Beriguette (5-0, 3KO's) of Brooklyn will compete in 4-round Jr. Middleweight bout.
Salita finished with a note about the burgeoning excitement Star of David cards have been building in Brooklyn. "Master Theater, formerly the Millennium Theater, is a great venue and that helps create local buzz," he said. "We have been getting a better and better turn out with each show!" 
For more info visit salitapromotions.com for tickets call 646-401-5657

     

Thursday, June 19, 2014

SUPERSTAR IN THE MAKING JARRELL 'BIG BABY' MILLER FIGHTING FOR THE NEPHCURE FOUNDATION




BROOKLYN (June 18, 2014)-- Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller is a certified two sport threat.  A world-class kick boxer who will headline a SPIKE TV main event this weekend, as well as a blue-chip heavyweight prospect who wants to restore excitement to the region in the same manner as fellow Brooklyn natives Riddick Bowe and Mike Tyson. 

Along the way, however, the 25-year-old Miller, who is backed by Dmitriy Salita's Star of David Promotions, knows the importance of giving back, and keeping proper perspective. That's why he has signed on to be a spokesman for The NephCure Foundation, a non-profit organization which seeks to work on helping develop treatments and potential cures for kidney disease, specifically targeting Nephrotic Syndrome and focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a cause of Nephrotic syndrome.
The 6-4, 255-pound Miller took time out for kickboxing training for his Glory 17 feature bout against legend Mirk Cro Cop, on Saturday, June 21(9 PM ET, SPIKE TV; from Los Angeles) to speak up about why he's aligned with NephCure. 
"As a professional athlete I feel blessed to fight on television, and I feel responsible to bring awareness to such important issues as kidney disease, as well as to make people aware and to find a cure," Miller said. "I feel this is my responsibility, and more so since Nephrotic Syndrome is five times more likely to strike African-Americans."
As a boxing pro, Miller's primary aim is to build his 9-0-1 (9 KOs) record to the point where he can secure a title shot, and win a world title, which will help restore the reputation of the division which has long lacked American star power. Promoter Salita believes "Big Baby" has all the traits needed to step up to the biggest stages. "I see in him the hand speed, the power, the mobility, the ring smarts...all the traits needed to bring the heavyweight championship to Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller," Salita said. "He is taking it step by step, and Star of David is proud to be associated with this young superstar to be."
Miller wants to take care of some unfinished kickboxing business on Saturday, when he brings his 22-1 mark in with the Croatian sensation Cro Cop, who boasts a 22-8 record. They clashed last March, with the Croatian taking a disputed decision. Miller vows to obtain revenge. 
Miller has been impressed with the focus and determination of the people affiliated with The NephCure Foundation, the Philly-based non-profit which is the only organization solely committed to seeking a cause and cure for Nephrotic Syndrome and FSGS. He's asking his rooters to learn more about NephCure, which is comprised of patients, their families and friends, researchers, physicians and other healthcare professionals, and their aim to help science unlock the biological mechanisms that cause these serious conditions and ultimately find a way to cure and prevent them.
For more information about The Nephcure Foundation, please click here.http://www.nephcure.org/home.
 For up to date information on Jarrell MIllers' next boxing match, please log on tohttp://www.dsalita.com/


Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Gentlemen, be on the lookout for "Big Baby" Miller

BROOKLYN (June 11, 2014)-- On Saturday, June 21, New York's Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller will fight Mirko Cro Cop in the main event of the GLORY 17 Los Angeles kickboxing card to air on SPIKE TV, from the Forum in LA. 
But Miller, a 260 pounder who is at the top of the ladder in the kickboxing world, wants everyone to know he will continue climbing the ranks in the boxing sphere, as a heavyweight superstar-in-the-making. 
Now 9-0, with 9 KOs in the squared circle, Miller is also 22-1 as a kick boxer. 

He has some unfinished business with Cro Cop, who he fought back in March 2013. Miller lost a heavily disputed decision; he's now intent on righting that wrong, and then resetting his sights on the heavyweight championship.

The Brooklyn resident fights for promoter Dmitriy Salitas' Star of David Promotions on boxing cards. Promoter Salita believes he has a New York talent who can follow in the footsteps of other Brooklyn legends, like Mike Tyson and Riddick Bowe. 

"Jarrell fought on my boxing show May 15 and looked spectacular in scoring a second round TKO victory," Salita said. "We were working on his next fight when we got a call to fight Cro Cop in a rematch. Jarrell hasn't kick-boxed in awhile and is fully focused on boxing but he has a strong desire to get revenge, so he can focus completely on boxing."

Miller took part in the Spike "Guys Choice" awards show, which airs on Spike June 11 (9 PM ET), and was in the mix of all the "pandemonium" which will be on display in this celebration of dudes and the chicks they dig. He mixed and mingled with "The Walking Dead" cast, Cheech and Chong, and Kevin Hart, as well as some swimsuit models, he reported. "It was cool stuff!" he said.

After "Big Baby" tosses Cro Cop around like a stuffed animal, he aims to get back to the business of boxing. "I aim to be 15-0 by the end of the year, and to eat at least 300 cheeseburgers before the year is over," Miller stated, "while having six pack abs! Mmmm, can you say cheeseburger!?"

The charismatic Miller fights Cro Cop (22-8; from Croatia) on June 21 (8 PM ET) in Inglewood, CA. 

Check the Star of David website regularly for information on the next action-packed show, including details on Miller's next appearance on a Salita boxing card.