Selby earns Featherweight title shot with unanimous decision over Koasicha

San Diego, CA - May 17, 2014 -Lee Selby earned a shot at WBC Featherweight champion Jhonny Gonzalez with a 12-round unanimous decision over Romulo Koasicha in a WBC title elimination bout as well as a WBC International title fight at the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff, Wales. Selby was effective with the volume of punches by just doing a solid job of keeping Koasicha on the receiving end of three and four punch combinations. Koasicha had a few opportunities in round's five and seven as he got through with some solid left hooks but he was not able to capitalize on  his few effective moments. Down the stretch, Selby was not challenged in the least as he boxed and moved well and cruised home to the victory to the tune of 119-109, 119-109 and 119-110. Selby, 125 1/2 lbs of Barrie, Wales is now 19-1. Koasicha, 125 1/2 lbs of San Luis Potasi, Mexico drops to 21-4. Former world Light Heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly made a splash in his Cruiserweight debut by taking out Shawn Corbin in round two of their scheduled 12-round WBA Intercontinental title bout. Cleverly hurt Corbin with and uppercut and was relentless with pinpoint punches that continued to snap the head of Corbin back until referee Richie Davies stopped the bout at 2:19 of round two. Cleverly, 198 1/2 lbs of Wales is now 27-1 with 13 knockouts. Corbin, 195 1/2 lbs of Trinidad and Tobago is now 17-5.  Former world champion Gavin Rees and Gary Buckland staged their 2nd war in just over three months that saw Rees capture a split decision in a 12 round Lightweight bout that was Rees' final ring outing. The two traded hard shots in close for basically all 12 rounds of the bout  that saw many ebbs and flows during the contest. Both guys landed hard thudding shots and had each other in trouble. Rees was cut over his left eye in round 10 but came back to rock Buckland several times in the final two frames. Rees had Buckland in trouble in the final round but Buckland came on to land a few good power punches of his own. Rees, 137 lbs of Newbridge, Wales won by scores of 117-113 and 117-112 while Buckland took a card 117-112. Rees finishes his career with a record of 38-4-1. Buckland, 137 of Cardiff, Wales is now 28-4. Good looking Super Middleweight prospect Callum Smith took out Tobias Webb in round two of their scheduled 10-round WBC International Super Middleweight bout. Smith droped Webb four times in round two, three of them were from vicious body shots. The final knockdown was a left to the body that sent Webb down on all fours and he was counted out at 2:50 of round two. Smith, 166 3/4 lbs of Liverpool is now 11-0 with 9 knockouts. Webb, 167 1/2 lbs is now 14-2-1. Paul Smith Jr tuned up for a potential world title shot with Arthur Abraham with a 2nd round destruction over David Sarabia in a eight round Light Heavyweight bout. Smith dropped Sarabia in the 1st round from a right hand. He hurt Sarabia in round two and pounced on him with a big barrage of punches and the fight was stopped at1:17 of round two. Smith, 171 3/4 lbs of Liverpool, UK is now 35-3 with 20 KO's. Sarabia, 170 1/4 lbs of Spain is now 7-4-2.   Stay tuned for upcoming world-class boxing bouts live on AWE via Verizon FiOS TV channels 169 and 669 in HD, AT&T U-Verse TV channels 470 and1470 in HD, along with over 100 cable systems across the country and worldwide. Watch for additional live boxing announcements at www.awetv.com   About AWE LIVE BOXNG In 2012, AWE earned 2 of the 6 Boxing Writers Association of America nominations for "Fight of the Year" candidates, beating out all other networks except HBO which earned three. AWE also showcased live all 2012 David Price fights. In 2013, AWE has featured the stunning upsets of Tony Thompson over David Price, bouts with Adonis Stevenson and Tony Bellew, who just fought each other for the Light Heavyweight championship; 2008 Olympic Gold Medal winner James DeGale and possibly the two most controversial bouts which saw Ricky Burns keep his Lightweight title against Ray Beltran as well as the debatable stoppage that saw Carl Froch retain his title against George Groves. About AWE - A Wealth of Entertainment A Wealth of Entertainment ("AWE") features a wide range of lifestyle and entertainment programming from exotic travel and outrageous homes to live world championship boxing. AWE is featured on over a hundred cable providers, including AT&T U-Verse, ch 470 and 1470 in HD and Verizon FiOS TV, ch 116 and 669 in HD. For more information, please visit www.awetv.com.

Former world champion Nathan Cleverly looks to make impression on Cruiserweight division this Saturday on AWE

San Diego, CA - May 16, 2014 -This Saturday afternoon, former WBO Light Heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly (26-1, 12 KO's)  will make his debut as a Cruiserweight when he takes on Sean Corbin in a 12-round bout for the WBA Intercontinental title.   The card will be broadcast in the United State on AWE and will begin at 2:30 PM ETand will originate from the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff, Wales.   Cleverly of Wales is looking to start anew after losing his WBO Light Heavyweight title when he was stopped by Sergey Kovalev last August 17.   In the main event, Featherweight contender Lee Selby (18-1, 7 KO's) will look to inch closer to to a world title shot when he takes on tough Mexican Romulo Koasicha(21-3, 12 KO's) in a bout that will contested for the WBC International title.    Cleverly of Wales is looking to start anew after losing his WBO Light Heavyweight title when he was stopped by Sergey Kovalev last August 17.    Cleverly is in a good state of mind despite the loss to Kovalev and believes the new weight is a fresh start.   "Everything is  great.  My weight is good.  I feel strong and fresh and I am eager to see how i perform at this weight.  I know there are a few question marks and I will look to see how I perform at Cruiserweight," said Cleverly.   After coming off such a stunning defeat, Cleverly understands that he will have doubters but he feels otherwise.   "I have no doubt.  I took a nice break and feel refreshed.  I feel strong and am in a good place.  I am ready for the challenge."   Corbin of Trinidad and Tobago has a record of 17-4 with 12 knockouts could pose to be a formidable challenge Ceverly as he has won two in a row and also has a win over former WBC champion Wayne Braithwaite.   "Corbin is tall and in shape.  He looks good but I should take care of him if I want to progress.  I have to beat this guy."   With a win, there is already speculation of a rematch with Tony Bellew.  The two met in 2011 when Cleverly won a hotly contested majority decision in what was Cleverly's 2nd title defense.  There is no love loss between the two and like Cleverly, Bellew just moved up to the Cruiserweight division.   "I won the 1st fight with Bellew.  The fans like these rivalries.  I want the big fights.  That fight creates hype and I think it could be a fight the fans want."   Bellew aside, Cleverly loved being a world champion and he wants to have that feeling again.  He is not targeting any champion in particular but would love a shot sooner rather than later.   "I look at all the champs as good solid fighters.  In a few fights I want to be ready to challenge one of them.   I need to win my next three fights to get that opportunity.  I will be back to my best.  I am looking to be involved  in exciting fights.  I have a fan friendly style and I will be back to my best as a Cruiserweight," finished Cleverly.   A stacked undercard has been arranged by promoter Eddie Hearns of Matchroom Sport. In a 12-round Battle for the WBC International Super Middleweight title,undefeated Callum Smith (10-0, 8 KO's) will take on Tobias Webb (14-1-1, 2 KO's). Gary Buckland (28-3, 9 KO's) will battle former world champion Gavin Rees(37-4-1, 18 KO's). Also former Light Heavyweight champion, Nathan Cleverly (26-1, 12 KO's) will make his Cruiserweight debut against Sean Corbin (17-4, 12 KO's)    Boxing fans can enjoy Selby vs Koasicha and upcoming world-class boxing bouts live on AWE via Verizon FiOS TV channels 169 and 669 in HD, AT&T U-Verse TV channels 470 and1470 in HD, along with over 100 cable systems across the country and worldwide. Watch for additional live boxing announcements at www.awetv.com About AWE LIVE BOXNG In 2012, AWE earned 2 of the 6 Boxing Writers Association of America nominations for "Fight of the Year" candidates, beating out all other networks except HBO which earned three. AWE also showcased live all 2012 David Price fights. In 2013, AWE has featured the stunning upsets of Tony Thompson over David Price, bouts with Adonis Stevenson and Tony Bellew, who just fought each other for the Light Heavyweight championship; 2008 Olympic Gold Medal winner James DeGale and possibly the two most controversial bouts which saw Ricky Burns keep his Lightweight title against Ray Beltran as well as the debatable stoppage that saw Carl Froch retain his title against George Groves. About AWE - A Wealth of Entertainment A Wealth of Entertainment ("AWE") features a wide range of lifestyle and entertainment programming from exotic travel and outrageous homes to live world championship boxing. AWE is featured on over a hundred cable providers, including AT&T U-Verse, ch 470 and 1470 in HD and Verizon FiOS TV, ch 116 and 669 in HD. For more information, please visit www.awetv.com.

Lee Selby to Battle Romulo Koasicha for the WBC International Featherweight title LIVE on Saturday, May 17 on AWE

San Diego, CA - May 6, 2014 - On Saturday, May 17, Lee Selby will take on Romulo Koasicha for the vacant WBC International Featherweight title in a 12-round bout bout that will headline a championship afternoon of boxing live on AWE - A Wealth of Entertainment. The fight, which will also serve as a WBC Elimination bout to champion Johnny Gonzalez's belt), will originate from the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff, Wales. "This will be another great afternoon of live world-class boxing", said AWE President Charles Herring. "We have two title fights with the winner positioned to fight for the world title. The Buckland verses Rees bout will be a terrific fight and boxing fans will be excited to see Nathan Cleverly's Cruiserweight debut." Selby of Barry, Wales has a record of 18-1 with 7 knockouts. Selby has been on a roll, winning 14 straight fights and capturing multiple championships. The 27-year old Selby has won the Welsh Area Featherweight title and the Celtic Featherweight title. He won the British and Commonwealth Featherweight titles with an 8th round stoppage over previously undefeated Stephen Smith (12-0). He defended The British belt four times and the Commonwealth Belt five times. During those defenses he had impressive wins over Patrick Okine (11-1-1), Martin Lindsay (20-1), Corey McConnell (11-0-1) and his last bout where he also capture the European Featherweight title with a 6th round stoppage over former world title challenger Randall Munroe (27-3-1) on February 1st. Selby also captured the WBC International Featherweight title when scored a 12-round unanimous decision over Viorel Simion (16-0) in 2012. Selby is ranked no. 4 in the world by the WBC, no. 6 in the world by the IBF and no. 10 in the world by the WBO.  Koasicha of San Luis Potosi, Mexico has a record of 21-3 with 12 knockouts. He has earned a number of belts, including the WBC United Stated USNBC with a 7th round stoppage over Eduardo Becerril. Koasicha has defended the title three times over two reigns which includes his last bout when he scored a 12-round unanimous decision over Marcos Cardenas on February 8. A stacked undercard has been arranged by promoter Eddie Hearns of Matchroom Sport. In a 12-round Battle for the WBC International Super Middleweight title, undefeated Callum Smith (10-0, 8 KO's) will take on Tobias Webb (14-1-1, 2 KO's). Gary Buckland (28-3, 9 KO's) will battle former world champion Gavin Rees(37-4-1, 18 KO's). Also former Light Heavyweight champion, Nathan Cleverly (26-1, 12 KO's) will make his Cruiserweight debut against Sean Corbin (17-4, 12 KO's)  Boxing fans can enjoy Selby vs Koasicha and upcoming world-class boxing bouts live on AWE via Verizon FiOS TV channels 169 and 669 in HD, AT&T U-Verse TV channels 470 and1470 in HD, along with over 100 cable systems across the country and worldwide. Watch for additional live boxing announcements at www.awetv.com About AWE LIVE BOXNG In 2012, AWE earned 2 of the 6 Boxing Writers Association of America nominations for "Fight of the Year" candidates, beating out all other networks except HBO which earned three. AWE also showcased live all 2012 David Price fights. In 2013, AWE has featured the stunning upsets of Tony Thompson over David Price, bouts with Adonis Stevenson and Tony Bellew, who just fought each other for the Light Heavyweight championship; 2008 Olympic Gold Medal winner James DeGale and possibly the two most controversial bouts which saw Ricky Burns keep his Lightweight title against Ray Beltran as well as the debatable stoppage that saw Carl Froch retain his title against George Groves. About AWE - A Wealth of Entertainment A Wealth of Entertainment ("AWE") features a wide range of lifestyle and entertainment programming from exotic travel and outrageous homes to live world championship boxing. AWE is featured on over a hundred cable providers, including AT&T U-Verse, ch 470 and 1470 in HD and Verizon FiOS TV, ch 116 and 669 in HD. For more information, please visit www.awetv.com.