By Gary Purfield Main Events announced the addition of two heavyweight bouts to their March 24 NBC Show broadcast from the Aviator Sports Complex in Brooklyn, NY. Headlining the card is an IBF 140lb. eliminator between former IBF champ Zab Judah 41-7 (28 KO) and undefeated contender, Vernon Paris 26-0 (15 KO). In the televised co-feature, Sergei Liakhovich 25-4 (16 KO) … [Read more...]
Bryant Jennings Seizes the Opportunity, Decisions Byarm
Ringside coverage by Gary Purfield Main event photos courtesy of Phillyboxinghistory.com On the first NBC Sports Fight Night card, Bryant Jennings fought his way to a unanimous decision over fellow undefeated heavyweight prospect Maurice Byarm. The two young prospects engaged in back and forth heavyweight action from the Asylum Arena in South Philadelphia to headline the … [Read more...]
Rosado’s Statement Steals the Show
Ringside report by Gary Purfield Gabriel Rosado told everyone this week he would be making a statement. He stated he would be the aggressor against Jesus Soto-Karass, who is known for being a pressure fighter. Rosado stated he would be the first to stop the tough Mexican and would make his mark as the future of Philadelphia boxing. Rosado followed through on his … [Read more...]
Main Events hoping Plan B is an A
Young Undefeated Heavyweights Bryant Jennings and Maurice Byarm look to seize the opportunity By Gary Purfield Main Events Promotions and NBC thought they had the right matchup to kick off their Fight Night series that will begin this Saturday from the Arena in Philadelphia and will air four more times in 2012. Pitting two proven heavyweights in Eddie Chambers and Sergei … [Read more...]
Gabe Rosado out to Make a Statement on NBC Sports
Philly Jr. Middleweight Gabe Rosado believes his time is coming to be the face of Philadelphia boxing By Gary Purfield Junior Middleweight Gabriel Rosado 18-5 (10 KO) will never be accused of being a pampered fighter. He didn’t turn pro with a big press conference and headlines. He was not matched carefully early to be brought along as a top prospect. Rosado took the … [Read more...]