RANDY CABALLERO DEFENDS IBF BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD TITLE FOR FIRST TIME AGAINST ALBERTO GUEVARA AT FANTASY SPRINGS ONFEBRUARY 27

THE HOMECOMING OF "EL MATADOR" FOX SPORTS 1 AND FOX DEPORTES TO TELEVISE Tickets on Sale December 26th!!  LOS ANGELES (Dec. 22) - After piling up 12 wins in 12 fights at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif., hometown hero Randy "El Matador" Caballero (22-0, 13 KOs) went on the road in search of a world championship.  On October 25, it was mission accomplished for "El Matador" after he defeated England's Stuart Hall in Monte Carlo. On Friday, February 27, the conquering hero returns to Indio's Fantasy Springs Resort Casino to defend his IBF Bantamweight World Championship for the first time against Alberto "Metro" Guevara (18-2, 6 KOs) in a 12-round homecoming bout, presented by Golden Boy Promotions and televised by FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes. "This is a night I've dreamed about for a long time, and I always said that the only thing better than winning a world title at home would be defending it there," said Caballero. "I'm going to be tough and impress my fans at Fantasy Springs." "Randy Caballero is a good, young champion and he's fighting in his backyard, but I feel like this is my time," said Guevara. "I like being the underdog, and that will make my victory sweeter onFebruary 27." "The fans at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino have watched Randy Caballero grow up as a fighter, so after he won a world title, our first order of business was bringing his first title defense back here," said Oscar De La Hoya, President and Founder of Golden Boy Promotions. "It's going to be a great night and a celebration of an exciting young champion, but Alberto Guevara knows what it's going to take to beat Caballero, and he's going to give everything he has to take the title."  Tickets for the event, priced at $105, $75, $55, $45 and $35, and go on sale December 26, at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, by calling (800) 827-2946 or online atwww.fantasyspringsresort.com. A former amateur star, Randy "El Matador" Caballero (22-0, 13 KOs) has been a fighter to watch ever since his amateur days, and once he turned professional in 2010, he lived up to all of the hype. He dominated his opposition both at home and abroad. A former WBC Youth Intercontinental and NABO champion, Caballero earned a shot at a world title in April by stopping Kohei Oba in eight rounds in Kobe, Japan and in October he defeated Stuart Hall via unanimous decision in Monte Carlo to win the vacant IBF crown. On February 27 the 24-year-old puts his belt on the line for the first time. A professional fighter since 2009, Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico's Alberto "Metro" Guevara (18-2, 6 KOs) is a rugged warrior who battled his way up the bantamweight ladder, earning his first shot at a world title in 2012. Guevara lost a hard-fought decision to Leo Santa Cruz, but two wins over Jose Tirado and Jonathan Vidal put him right back at the top of the class. On February 27, following a hard-fought world title bout with Shinsuke Yamanaka, the 24-year-old Guevara hopes the third time is the charm against Caballero. # # # Caballero vs. Guevara, a 12-round bout for Caballero's IBF Bantamweight World Championship is presented by Golden Boy Promotions and sponsored by Corona Extra, O'Reilly Auto Parts, Mexico, Live It To Believe It! and Golden Ram Group.  Doors open at 5p.m. and the first bell rings at 5:30 p.m. The FOX Sports 1 and FOX Deportes broadcast airs live at 10:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. PT. For more information, visit www.goldenboypromotions.com,www.FOXSports.com/FOXSports1, www.FOXDeportes.com, follow on Twitter at@GoldenBoyBoxing, @Swanson_comm, @FOXSports, @FOXSports1, @FOXDeportes and, become a fan on Facebook at Golden Boy Facebook Page, www.facebook.com/FOXDeportesand visit us on Instagram @GoldenBoyBoxing.

'Manny' Rodriguez grabs WBO Latino title, demolished Miguel 'No Fear' Cartagena

One of Puerto Rico's upcoming stars, Emmanuel "Manny" Rodriguez (10-0, 6 KO's) demolished former two time United States National Champion, Miguel 'No Fear' Cartagena (13-2, 5 KO's) of Philadelphia in the first round to capture the vacant WBO Latino title at the bantamweight ( 118lbs ) division in a 10-round bout held at the Cosme Beitia Coliseum in Cataño, Puerto Rico.

Since the beginning of the bout, Rodriguez was the aggressor, connecting accurate straight right hands on Cartagena's face, which gave Rodriguez a opening to land a powerful left uppercut to the chin that immediately ended the fight. Cartagena was in very bad shape after the fight.

"I want to thank God for this victory. My respect goes to Team Cartagena for accepting this fight in Puerto Rico. I must say, Cartagena is a very humble person", said Rodríguez that also commented "the training for this bout was really hard because we knew how good Cartagena is. I did my job, and I'm very grateful with my trainer Jim Pagán for his effort during training camp, and I can't forget to thanks the fans for showing me so much support in my first title fight".

In amateur boxing, Rodriguez was a former Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games gold medalist, Azerbaijan's 2010 World Youth Championships silver medalist, 2011 Puerto Rico National Champion, among other achievements. 

In other bouts:Emmanuel 'Pinky' Colon (6-0, 4 KO's - 140lbs) TKO Joananthony Vázquez (4-9-2, 2 KO's) in the first round.

Jason 'the Canito' Sosa (13-1-3, 9 KO's - 130lbs) defeated Juan Cruz ( 5-16-3, 1 KO's ) by TKO in the second round.

In a thrilling encounter, Derrieck Cuevas (1-0, KO's - 140lbs) defeated by unanimous decision, Jorge Santiago (0-1) by unanimous decision. The judges scored 39-36, 38-37, 38-37.

Luis 'Zurdo' Rosario (3-0-1, 3 KO's - 122lbs) knocked out Joseph Santos ( 0-7 ) in the first round.

Juvenal 'el Gringo' Ramos (2-0, 2 KO's - 135lbs) defeated Henry Lopez ( 0-3 ) by TKO in the first round.

Jesus 'Chiquito' Soler (7-1, 3 KO's - 112lbs) defeated Alexis Diaz ( 0-7-1 ) by TKO in the fifth round.

Miguel Canino (4-0, 2 KO - 140lbs) won by unanimous decision over Jose Cruz ( 0-1 ). All three judges voted 40-36.

Adalberto 'Adan' Zorrilla (1-0, 1 KO's - 122lbs) defeated Elliot Rios ( 0-2 ) by TKO in the first round

Julio Santos (1-2, 1 KO) got his first victory by defeating Cecil Martínez ( 0- 7) by TKO in the first round.

The boxing card was presented exclusively by DIRECTV Puerto Rico.

Miguel Cartagena to battle Manny Rodriguez for WBO Latino Bantamweight title on Saturday, October 18 in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico

Philadelphia (October 8, 2014) - On Saturday night, October 18, Miguel Cartagena will look to win his first belt when he takes on undefeated Manny Rodriguez (9-0, 5 KO's) for the WBO Latino Bantamweight championship in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. The show is promoted by Fresh Boxing and M V Power Promotions and will be televised on Direct TV. Cartagena of Philadelphia has a record of 13-1 with five knockouts. The 22 year-old former amateur standout has had great preparation for the most important bout in his three and a half year career. "Everything is coming along absolutely amazing.  I would go as far as to say phenomenal.  I feel strong, fast and focused," said Cartagena. Cartagena has done some but not a lot of research on his undefeated foe. "I do not know too much on Rodriguez.  I do know he had an excellent background and I know he is a strong and fast fighter." He is looking forward to his first title and glad it is with the WBO, which is based in Puerto Rico where Cartagena will be able to fight in front of family and friends from his native island. "For me to fight for the WBO, It is very exciting.  I did not expect it.  I am eager to fight in Puerto Rico in front of my family." Cartagena knows that this fight is a springboard for a major fight.  He has and could fight anywhere from 112 through 118 pounds. "I feel that I will get my shot at a world title in the next two or three fights.  After I win this fight and I feel good, I will stay at Bantamweight." "I am excited to be in Puerto Rico in front of family and fans.  I am eager and happy to represent myself and Puerto Rico,"finished Cartagena. Club 1957 Management was founded in 2013 by local businessman Mark Cipparone.  Cipparone is the owner of the widely successful and popular Rocco's Collision.  Since the formation of Club 1957 Management he has guided the careers of some the top fighters in the country.  Currently he manages Heavyweight Joey Dawejko, Jr. Middleweight Tyrone Brunson, Welterweight Raymond Serrano, Bantamweight Miguel Cartegena, Jr. Lightweight Tevin Farmer and Jr. Lightweight Jason Sosa.

Tevin Farmer to take on Dominic Coca on Saturday night in Springfield, Virginia

Philadelphia (October 7, 2014) -This Saturday night at the ABC Sports Complex in Springfield, Virginia, rising Featherweight Tevin "The American Idol" Farmer will look for his 10th consecutive victory when he takes on Dominick Coca (8-9, 2 KO's) from Watts, California in an 8-round bout. The 24 year-old Farmer has a record of 16-4-1 with three knockouts has been training hard for this fight against the veteran Coca. "Everything is good.  I am just unwinding and getting on weight as well as staying sharp," said the Philadelphia native. Farmer will be relying on his skills as he does not know much about the 17 fight veteran. "I do not know anything about him.  The first I heard of him was when my manager Mark Cipparone told me about him.  I do not need to look at him.  I trust my manager and trainer's decisions." It's been a complete 180 degree turn for Farmer as he is now going into fights expected to win. "I have always had my mind set to go in there and win.  I did not have the right backing but over the course of the last 10 fights that has changed.  I have a great support system and that has made the world of a difference.  That being said, nothing has changed as I always feel pressure to perform." With the winning streak and now an impressive record, Farmer hopes to be competing with the top guys at 126 and 130 pounds. "In the next 6 to 9 months, I would like to be competing for a world title.  I am ready to step in with top competition.  I was not babied on my way up, so after a couple of more wins, I will be ready for a big opportunity." "October 11 will be great.  I am in tremendous shape and expect an impressive victory.", finished Farmer. " I'm always excited and confident whenever Tevin steps into that ring. He has done everything that a manager could ask of his fighter and more. Tevin is always in the gym, always in shape, and always ready to fight. That might be something you can find in your travels, but what makes Tevin special aside from his work ethic is that he is one very talented fighter. I have witnessed his growth over his last 9 fights and he gets better every single time he steps into that ring. It doesn't matter if you are a boxer or a banger or both, one thing for sure Tevin Farmer has a way of making some very talented fighters look bad. Yesterday, Tevin was a diamond in the rough but today "The American Idol" stands out not because of some type of luck or alignment of the stars... but simply because of all that made him who he has become...a superstar in the making!", said Farmer's manager and Club 1957 CEO Mark Cipparone. Club 1957 Management was founded in 2013 by local businessman Mark Cipparone.  Cipparone is the owner of the widely successful and popular Rocco's Collision.  Since the formation of Club 1957 Management he has guided the careers of some the top fighters in the country.  Currently he manages Heavyweight Joey Dawejko, Jr. Middleweight Tyrone Brunson, Welterweight Raymond Serrano, Bantamweight Miguel Cartegena, Jr. Lightweight Tevin Farmer and Jr. Lightweight Jason Sosa.

New promoter Elton Dharry looking for success in and out of the ring on August 1 at the Amazura Concert Hall in Queens, NY

QUEENS, NY (JULY 25, 2014)--Rising Bantamweight contender Elton Dharry (15-5-1, 9 KO's) is very close to some big fights but he knows that he has to get past Antwan Robertson (9-9-1, 6 KO's) in a scheduled 10-round bout at the Amazura Concert Hall in Queens, New York.  The bout will headline The first ever Elton Dharry promoted card, this Friday night,  August 1.     "Everything is going well in training, I have no complaints", said Dharry.     Dharry knows that he will have a tough foe in front of him in Robertson.  Robertson is generally durable and comes to fight and has a couple of quality wins on his resume over the likes of undefeated fighters Brandon Quintana & Brad Patraw.     "I have seen him fight.  He moves some, he boxes some and he fights as well.  It is nothing that I haven't seen before.  I have been boxing a long time and I will be ready for anything that he brings on August 1."     Dharry has been one of the fastest rising boxers in the Bantamweight division as he has won 12 fights in a row.  The fact that he has the right team behind him is all the difference in the world.     "Early in my career I had no one behind me.  I took fights on short notice and was involved in fights that were bad decisions and because I took those fights on short notice, I did not have the proper preparation."     Dharry has decided to take his career into his own hands and he formed his promotional company with the purpose of being able to enhance his own career and give other local fighters opportunities.     "I have to make my own opportunities and this is what I want to do.  This is something that I am starting and it also gives me something I can focus on after boxing."     With a win, there have been some title opportunities presented to Dharry but he is not looking past Robertson.     "My focus is on August 1.  I know I have to win this and then I can focus on the bigger fights when the time comes."     "This is for the fans.  I hope they come out and support.  They have not seen the best of me yet.  I am a better and smarter fighter with each fight and I know the fans will get their monies worth on August 1."     In a six round Super Bantamweight bout, Ryan Ramayya (1-0-2, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will battle Josh Crespo (1-1-2, 1 KO) of New Haven, CT.     Armin Mrkanovic (6-2, 3 KO's) of Queens, NY will fight Brian Donahue (3-9-2) of Philadelphia in a 6-round Cruiser weight battle.     In four round bouts:     Mikkel Lespierre (5-0-1, 3 KO's) of New York, NY will take on Kevin Womack  (4-5-2, 2 KO's) of Baltimore, MD in a Jr. Welterweight bout. Jordan Rodriguez will make his pro debut against Gabriel Braxton (1-4) of Georgia in a Bantamweight fight. Elisa Collaro of Brooklyn, NY via Italy will make her pro debut against Rachel Vidal(1-2-1) of Oklahoma City, OK in a female Super Bantamweight fight. Livingstone Joseph will make his pro debut against Juan Santiago in a Welterweight bout. The show will be streamed live all over the on www.gfl.tv for $14.99 Tickets for this outstanding evening of boxing are $100 for ringside and $50 for General admission and can be purchased by calling Paul at 347-924-0845 or Rodney at 347-399-4808 and will be available on www.eltondharry.com beginning Friday, July 11.

Elton Dharry to headline his own promotion on Friday, August 1 against Antwan Robertson at the Amazura Concert Hall in Queens, NY

QUEENS, NY (JULY 9, 2014)--On Friday night, August 1, a special night of boxing will take place at the Amazura Concert Hall in Queens, New York as Elton Dharry Promotions will presents its inaugural boxing event.     In the main event, the show's promoter, Elton Dharry will look for his 13th consecutive victory when he takes on Antwan Robertson in a scheduled 8-round Bantamweight bout.     Dharry, who resides in Brooklyn, New York via Guyana has been on quite a hot streak while winning title belts all over the world.     He has a record of 15-5-1 with 9 knockouts.     Dharry captured the WBC Caribbean Bantamweight title with a 7th round stoppage over Dexter Marques (8-1).  He made one defense of the crown with a 1st round stoppage over Selwyn Lett.     Dharry won the WBU Americas Bantamweight title with a 10-round majority decision over previously undefeated Rudolf Hudge (7-0-3).  In his very next bout, he won the Guyanese Bantamweight title with a 3rd round stoppage over Orlando Rogers.     Dharry is coming off a 1st round stoppage of Desi Williams on May 18, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina.     Dharry was scheduled to face Lee Haskins for the WBC International Bantamweight Title on March 1st, 2014 however; bout was cancel due to a delay in acquiring visa.     Robertson of Minnesota has a record of 9-9-1 with 6 knockouts.     The 28-year old Robertson turned pro in 2007 and won his four bouts which included a win over Brandon Quintana.  The capable Robertson has two wins over Brad Patraw (6-0) & (7-3).  He has faced good competition and should provide Dharry with a solid test.     Robertson is coming off a defeat to Jamal Parram on November 15, 2013 in Altoona, Iowa.     In a six round Super Bantamweight bout, Ryan Ramayya (1-0-2, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will battle Josh Crespo (1-1-2, 1 KO) of New Haven, CT.     Mikkel Lespierre (5-0-1, 3 KO's) of New York, NY will take on Pedro Andres (1-3, 1 KO) of Bridgeton, NJ in a six round Jr. Welterweight bout.     In four round bouts:     Neuky Santelises (5-2, 4 KO's) of Manhattan, NY will take on Phil Nazario (0-3) of Bronx, NY in a Super Featherweight bout.     Jordan Rodriguez will make his pro debut against Killer Jackson in a Super Bantamweight bout.     Elisa Collaro of Brooklyn, NY via Italy will make her pro debut against Rachel Vidal(1-2-1) of Oklahoma City, OK in a female Super Bantamweight fight.     Armin Mrkanovic (6-2, 3 KO's) of Queens, NY will take on an opponent to be announced in a Cruiserweight bout.     Livingstone Joseph will make his pro debut against Julio Rivera in a Welterweight bout.     Tickets for this outstanding evening of boxing are $100 for ringside and $50 for General admission and can be purchased by calling Paul at 347-924-0845 or Rodney at 347-399-4808 and will be available on www.eltondharry.com beginning Friday, July 11.

Quigg to defend WBA Super Bantamweight title onApril 19th against Tshifhiwa Munyai

SAN DIEGO (APRIL 14, 2014)--This Saturday afternoon, Tshifiwa Munyai will step in for Nehomar Cermeno to challenge Scott Quigg for Quigg's WBA Super Bantamweight title that will be broadcast live on AWE beginning at 3pm eastern / 12 noon pacific. Boxing fans across the United States can enjoy this world championship bout live via the PlayStation®3 system via the Sony Entertainment Network Live Events Viewer.  The price is $9.95 for approximately three hours of world class boxing which includes the Quigg - Cermeno  main event.  PS3 viewers may subscribe early to the event.  The fight will originate from the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England. Quigg of Bury, England is undefeated with a record of 27-0-2 with 20 knockouts and is a 7-year professional. He won the WBA Inter-Continental Super Bantamweight title with a 3rd round stoppage over Santiago Allione.  He made 2 defenses of the title before capturing the British title with a 7th round stoppage over Jason Booth.  Quigg defended the British crown once and then took on Rendall Munroe for the WBA Interim Super Bantamweight title. That bout ended in a technical draw after a cut to Munroe forced the bout to be halted in the 3rd round.  Quigg then scored a 6th round stoppage in the rematch.  In his first defense, Quigg was held to a draw with highly regarded Yoandris Salinas. In his last bout, Quigg dismantled Diego Silva (29-2) in two rounds on November 23, 2013. Munyai of Makwarela, South Africa has a record of 24-2-1 with 12 knockouts and is ranked number-9 by the WBA. Munyai went undefeated (16-0-1) in his 1st 17 bouts with some not only some great victories but success in the United Kingdom. He has captured a plethora of titles. He won the British Commonwealth Bantamweight title with a 9th round stoppage over previously undefeated Martin Power (19-0).  He defended it by stopping another undefeated Brit in Les Haskins (15-0).  He stopped Power in 4 rounds in their rematch. Munyai is 5-1 with 3 knockouts on British soil.  He has four in a row which includes wins Emanuel Quartey (14-1) to win the WBA Pan African Super Bantamweight title and in his last outing he scored an 8th round stoppage over Phumzile Matyhila on September 21, 2013 in Mdantsane, South Africa. There will be an outstanding undercard that will be headlined by a can't miss co-feature between lightweights John Murray and Anthony Crolla in a 12-round battle for the WBO Intercontinental Lightweight title.  Also in a 12 round bout will be undefeated featherweight Josh Warrington (16-0, 1 KO) taking on former world title challenger Rendall Munroe (28-4-1).  Plus other bouts. The network is currently available nationally on Verizon FiOS TV channel 169 and 669 in HD, AT&T U-Verse TV channels 470 and 1470 in HD, along with over 100 cable systems across the country and worldwide.  The new website for AWE iswww.awetv.com AWE is the premier lifestyle and entertainment network -the destination for exclusive and original programming, simultaneously transmitted in high definition and standard definition.  AWE delivers informative shows to its viewers, providing invaluable insights on what every American dreams of - from travel secrets to fast cars, from outrageous homes to live boxing events, and much more.  The network fills a television vacuum by delivering intellectually stimulating, thought-provoking entertainment and always-unbiased news from an insider's perspective.    For more information, please visit www.awetv.com

Sampson Boxing Signs KO Artist Jonathan Guzman to Promotional Agreement

Sampson Lewkowicz of Sampson Boxing proudly announces the signing of undefeated super bantamweight KO artist Jonathan "Salomon King" Guzman (16-0, 16 KOs) to a promotional contract. 24-year-old Guzman is an aggressive power-puncher with long arms and fast, accurate hands. In his just over two-year professional career, Guzman has already won the WBA Fedelatin bantamweight and WBC FECARBOX super bantamweight titles. He is rated #11 by the WBA at bantamweight. Guzman has only left his native Dominican Republic once for a fight, but new promoter Sampson Lewkowicz says he plans on changing that quickly. "Jonathan Guzman is a future superstar," said Lewkowicz. "He has a style that makes the fans go crazy. Very powerful and can stop a fight with one shot. The fans in North America are going to love him and I will bring him to them. I'll be announcing his next fight very soon." Lewkowicz has Guzman, the newest star to his promotional roster, training with the capable Hector Bermudez (who also handles Sampson fighter Javier Fortuna) in Troy, New York. ABOUT SAMPSON BOXING After a very successful run as a matchmaker and adviser, Sampson Lewkowicz switched over to the promotional side of professional boxing in January 2008. Sampson Boxing has grown into one of the world's most prestigious promotional firms, representing many of the world's best fighters and most promising young contenders. Sampson Boxing has promotional partners all over North and South America, Africa, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Central America and Sampson Boxing events have been televised on such premiere networks as HBO, Showtime, ESPN, VS. and several international networks.

Bellator Hosts Live Weigh-Ins Thursday, March 6th at 5:00 p.m. from WinStar World Casino

Newport Beach, Calif. (March 4, 2013) – The weigh-in and pre-fight press conference for Bellator MMA will take place Thursday at 5:00 p.m. CST from Mist Nightclub at WinStar World Casino. Bellator MMA will take place from WinStar World Casino on Friday, March 7th with the first fight taking place at 6:00 p.m. CST and streaming LIVE on Spike.com. The televised portion of the night will begin at 8:00 p.m. CST and will air LIVE on Spike TV.

All participants from Friday night’s event will be on hand, as well as Bellator CEO & Chairman Bjorn Rebney.

The event will be emceed by Bellator cage announcer Michael C. Williams and Bellator color commentator Jimmy Smith.

As always the weigh-in is open to both the public and media.

MAIN CARD:
 

Bantamweight Title Fight: Eduardo Dantas (15-3) vs. Anthony Leone (13-6)

Heavyweight Tournament Opening Round: Ryan Martinez (10-3) vs. Lavar Johnson (17-8)

Heavyweight Tournament Opening Round: Peter Graham (9-6) vs. Mighty Mo (5-2)

Heavyweight Tournament Opening Round: Alexander Volkov (19-4) vs. Mark Holata (12-4)

PRELIMARY CARD:Heavyweight Tournament Opening Round: Blagoi Ivanov (9-0) vs. Rich Hale (21-6)
Middleweight Feature Fight: Daniel Miller (4-1) vs. Cortez Coleman (9-5)
Heavyweight Feature Fight: Javy Ayala (6-3) vs. Eric Prindle (8-4)
Catchweight Feature Fight (190 lbs): Abdul Razak (1-0) vs. Matt Jones (4-6)
Lightweight Feature Fight: Brent Primus (4-0) vs. Chris Jones (8-2)

Bantamweight Feature Fight: Justin McNally (2-1) vs. Chris Gutierrez (1-1-1)

Featherweight Feature Fight: Treston Thomison (7-1) vs. Stephen Banaszak (2-1)

For more information, visit Bellator.com, follow Bellator on Twitter @BellatorMMA, follow Bellator Chairman & CEO Bjorn Rebney @BjornRebney and check out Bellator on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/BellatorMMA