The 20-year-old Flores, fresh off a win on the Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury 2 undercard, returns in his first scheduled 10-rounder. But I have a rule, it’s three and out: If your conduct doesn’t match your nickname over a certain span of time, then you gotta give up that tag. That didn’t stop Greer from bringing his trademark pillow, with the … June 18MGM Grand Conference Center – Grand Ballroom, Main EventJose Pedraza (26-3, 13 KOs) vs. Mikkel LesPierre (22-1-1, 10 KOs)Ten rounds, Super Lightweight. I’m ranked number one in the world, so I have to take advantage of this opportunity. Navarrete is fighting as a featherweight for the first time in nearly three years in what will be his sixth bout in 13 months. Mike Plania (24-1, 12 KOs) scored rather unexpected victory over the first number of the WBO bantamweight ratings NY FIGHTS. Weight Class: Bantamweight Joshua Greer, Jr. 22 Wins. On a two-fight losing streak, DeMarco (33-8-1) is looking for his first win since 2017. Fighting three times in 2019, Greer (22-1-1) was able to capture the WBC Continental Americas Bantamweight Title and the WBC-NABO Bantamweight Title. “Greer and Pedraza have tough opponents in front of them, but if they are victorious, we could see them in world title fights before the end of the year. Top Rank is continuing with its mid-week fights now that boxing is officially back. The main event will feature Joshua Greer Jr. v. Mike Plania while the co-feature will be Giovani Santillan v. Antonio DeMarco. By using our site you acknowledge that you have read and understand our, WATCH: Joshua Greer Jr. Nikolai Potapov is a savvy hitter, a good ring general. TOMORROW at 8 p.m.
Once again inside the MGM Grand Conference Center in Las Vegas, Top Rank has some young talent that will be competing on June 16. ‘Mr. Before then, another weigh-in ceremony took place. Puerto Rican-born heavyweight Hector Perez (6-2, 3 KOs) will fight southpaw spoiler Juan Torres (5-2-1, 2 KOs), from Cypress, Texas, in a six-round bout. Underdog Mike Plania (24-1-0, 12 knockouts) stunned Chicago native Joshua Greer Jr. (22-2-1, 12 knockouts) with a majority decision victory in …
Greer, the Chicago product who taunts potential KO victims with custom-made pillows, is knocking on the doorstep of a world title shot.
His last two outings, last July, and in October 2019, Greer snagged decision wins.
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An Update On The Future Of GLORY Kickboxing, Major Update On Autumn Sumo Tournament Participants. What Does The Future Hold For GLORY Kickboxing? EVENTS. Nikoloz Sekhniashvili (5-0, 4 KOs), a 26-year-old who hails from the nation of Georgia, will make his 2020 debut against Detroit native Isiah Jones (8-1, 3 KOs) in a six-rounder at super middleweight. But if the Chicago bantamweight wants to be able to hold on to his nickname, “Don’t Blink,” he best stop Mike Plania (23-1, from Philippines). The Maurice Hooker fight was just a taste of what the elite level is all about. Joshua Greer Jr. (120) v. Mike Plania (119.5), Giovani Santillan (148) v. Antonio DeMarco (147), Bobirzhan Mominov (152) v. Cameron Krael (147.8), Nikoloz Sekhniashvili (159.25) v. Isiah Jones (158.3), Don’t Call It A Comeback: Saulo Cavalari Looking To End His Kickboxing Hiatus With A Dominant GLORY Win, UFC Reveals Full Fight Lineup For Curtis Blaydes Vs. Alexander Volkov-Led Card, MGM Grand Conference Center - Las Vegas, NV, USAMY, Dignity Health Sports Arena - CaliforniaMY. I’m determined to get back to title contention. Pedraza, who won world titles at junior Lightweight and Lightweight, is taking another run at the super lightweight division following last September’s decision loss to Jose “Chon” Zepeda. Navarrete-Lopez will headline one of two June cards from TV Azteca Studios, which will be promoted by Top Rank in association with Zanfer Promotions. I prepare the same,” Greer said. Ruiz is unbeaten in his previous 16 bouts. What Is Hakuho Sho’s Status For Grand Sumo Tournament In September? Mike Plania competes in a weight class above Joshua Greer Jr. and has never been knocked out. All Rights Reserved. He is currently the number one-ranked bantamweight for the WBO. His opponent LesPierre challenged Maurice Hooker for a world title last year, dropping a unanimous decision. A right hand by Nieves sent Greer to the mat 25 seconds into the tenth and final round, and many fans booed the W call for Greer. Joshua Kyle Greer: alias: Don't Blink: born: 1994-06-13 / age 26 nationality: USA: debut: 2015-09-26 division: bantam stance: orthodox: height: 5′ 4″ / 163cm: reach. “It is exciting to see these great fighters back in action and in fights that promise to be action-packed,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum. Sekhniashvili, trained by Javiel Centeno, is part of a deep stable of fighters that includes Puerto Rican phenom Xander Zayas and lightweight contender George Kambosos Jr. Super featherweight prospect Edward Vazquez (7-0, 1 KO), from Fort Worth, Texas, will face an opponent to be named in a six-rounder. Don’t miss Greer Jr. vs. Plania TUESDAY at 8 p.m. Dillian Whyte vs Alexander Povetkin Rematch. ESPN’ is back!”, Co-FeatureAntonio DeMarco (33-8-1, 24 KOs) vs. Giovani Santillan (25-0, 15 KOs)Ten rounds, Welterweight. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Brooklyn resident received deliveries and assisted doctors and nurses at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in Manhattan. Plania, meanwhile, has won eight straight bouts since a March 2018 decision loss to Juan Carlos Payano, a fight that propelled Payano to a world title shot against pound-for-pound great Naoya Inoue. Fighting three times in 2019, Greer (22-1-1) was able to capture the WBC Continental Americas Bantamweight Title and the WBC-NABO Bantamweight Title. Santillan (25-0) fought once in 2019, beating Wilfrido Buelvas via knockout. ET / 5 p.m. PT live on ESPN & ESPN Deportes from the MGM Grand Conference Center — Grand Ballroom (Las Vegas), Joshua Greer Jr. 120 lbs vs. Mike Plania 119.5 lbs(Bantamweight — 10 Rounds), Bobirzhan Mominov 152 lbs vs. Cameron Krael 147.8 lbs(Super Welterweight — 8 Rounds, Hector Perez 221 lbs vs. Juan Torres 250 lbs(Heavyweight — 6/4 Rounds), Nikoloz Sekhniashvili 159.25 lbs vs. Isiah Jones 158.3 lbs(Middleweight — 6 Rounds), Giovani Santillan 148 lbs vs. Antonio DeMarco 147 lbs(Welterweight — 10 Rounds), Greer-Mike Plania, Pedraza-Mikkel LesPierre and Navarrete-Uriel Lopez to top Week 2 cards LIVE on ESPN & ESPN Deportes. Gervonta Davis vs. Leo Santa Cruz: Trick or Treat? Joshua Greer Jr. (22-1-1, 12 KOs) vs. Mike Plania (23-1, 12 KOs) Ten rounds, Bantamweight. 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