Ernesto Mercado says that he wants to challenge Richardson Hitchins for his IBF welterweight title, if they both win their fights on June 14 at the theater in Madison Square Garden in Fresh York.

June 14: Statement in Fresh York

Incorrect Mercado (17-0, 16 KO) will face Jonathan Montrel (19-3, 13 KO) in a 10-round fight on Undercard of the Dazn Event. Ernesto says that he wants to “say a statement” on the card on June 14, so that Hitchins would like to fight with him.

However, this can work against Mercado if it looks impressive, because Richardson has not shown interest in the fight against risky pretenders, such as Subriel Matias. Ernesto performance can put it in Untouchable class That Hitchins would like to avoid, as if he apparently did with Matias.

23 -year -old Mercado notes that he and Hitchins are promoted by Matchroom and will be free after the fighting on the card on June 14.

Hitchins may have other ideas. This week he said that he wanted to fight Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez or Ryan Garcia. Perhaps he is not on board the idea of ​​facing the risky Puncher Mercado. Even if Hitchins does not get any of these three, he will veto the idea of ​​fighting Ernesto and tells him to give him his first career defeat.

Mercado looked special, knocking out his last six opponents, including Jose Pedraz. His power and attacker make it fatal to everyone divided 140 pounds, especially Hitchins.

Call Mercado “The easiest fight”

“I want Hitchins. It’s the easiest fight. It’s with Daznie. It’s with a mechroom and I’m with a match,” said Ernesto Mercado Jeff Zimmerman Asked who he wants to fight after the clash with Montrel on June 14. “After this fight we will both be free.”

The fight would be “the easiest” if Hitchins and Promoter Eddie Hearn agreed with her. Hearn does not want Mercado to destroy Hitchins, because he tries to turn him into a global star, as he tried to make Shakur Stevenson.

They are similar fighters with a defensive, potshot, a non-engaging style that is stimulating to watch for most fans of this era. The elders who liked Floyd Mayweather JR fights, such as Hitchins and the style of Shakura. Mercado matches this era of being comical and stimulating to watch. It would be good for Matchroom if he could win the title of IBF 140-LB to replace Hitchins.

“I know WBC, I will be in this place. Puello is fighting Matias. I think that after this fight we will both be free and we will not have anything. I think it is an ideal, effortless fight to do. I expect, but I would not be surprised,” said Mercado, asked if Hitchins defeats George Cambosos Jr.

In interviews this week, Hitchins said that if he was unable to get Teo, Ryan or Haney, he would be open to a transition to a welterweight to fight 46-year-old Manny Pacquiao or Mario Barrios. In other words, Hitchins is looking only for a fight with money. He is not interested in fighting his mandatory subriel Matias or WBA champion Gary Antuanne Russell.

“I’m going to make a statement That I am coming for Hitchins and I will really impress my trail in Fresh York. He claims that he has a Fresh York fans base. I really intend to squeeze out a trail there, “Mercado said, when asked what boxing fans could expect from him on June 14 in the fight against Montrel.” I go where he wants to fight me. “

The role of Turki Alalshikh

This can come down if Turks Alalshikh will pay attention to Ernesto from fighting Montrel to offer Hitchins money to lure him to fight. In addition, Hitchins would probably have to be dragged, kicking and shouting in the fight against Mercado. He knows what the final result would be if he went against Mercado. No amount of gears and potshots from Richardson would not stop Ernesto for a long time.

“I think that Turki receives incorrect tips to force the wrong fighters to fight,” said Mercado, reacting to the three main fights on the Times Square card on May 2, which are disappointing, not without action. “I know that Turki likes comical fights.”

Choosing Devin Haney, Teofimo Lopez and Ryan Garcia She was a pure poison On the card on May 2 at Times Square. None of them showed any interest in a tough struggle and it looked like for some reason they circled in half, making a minimum for some reason. This is the behavior that people see in wealthy fighters who no longer has hunger they used to have before hitting It’s wealthy.

“I just think that anyone leads him to collect fighters, I think they are wrong. I think guys like me. Guys who come to fight. I think that this weekend had the wrong choice of warriors that night,” said Mercado

Detroit’s plug -in boxing heritage is to regain its headlight airy, because Kronk Gym, the cult base of the masters, has announced its great return to the city. At a press conference, together with the mayor Mike Duggan, Kronk revealed plans to open again in the summer of 2025 in the historic Brewster Wheeler Recreation Center, located at 670 Wilkins Street. This movement is a return home for the gym, which began in Detroit and became a global symbol of sports perfection under the direction of the legendary founder Emanuel Steward.

Brewster Wheeler Recreation Center, the cornerstone of the Detroit boxing history, was a training center for icons such as Joe Louis, Sugar Ray Robinson, Eddie Futch and the steward itself in the 1930s and 1940s. After almost two decades of vacancies, the facility with an area of ​​3500 square feet will be revitalized as the fresh KRONK house, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular areas, in which they contain the most popular Training designed for amateur and professional boxers. The gym aims to cultivate the next generation of Olympic medalists and world champions, while supporting the deep bonds of the community, reflecting the vision of the flight attendant.

Under the fresh property and continuous involvement of the Steward-Marie Steward and Sylvia Steward-Williams-in defense of the original world champions Kronk, such as Hilmer Kenta, the gym is ready to revive her heritage. The management team, including the natives from Detroit and boxing enthusiasts Paul Bhatti, John Lepak, America and Mikey Shumaker, brings a bold vision that combines the development of fighters, involvement of the community and global expansion.

The mayor of Duggan felt awakening, saying: “Can you imagine excellent exploit in this building than Kronk Gym? It is a city that we build; a city where we worship our history, and keep it alive.” Sylvia Steward-Willliams repeated the sentiment, noticing the emotional burden of returning to Brewster Wheeler, where her father’s journey began. “It’s not just a building – it’s a story, a heart and a home. My father would be incredibly proud,” she said.

Paul Bhatti, director of Kronka, emphasized the double mission of the gym: “It is not only about opening the gym again. It is about re -re -annulment of the culture of perfection, mentoring and possibilities for the fresh generation of detroiters.” The facility will serve as a center for juvenile fighters, aspiring masters and professionals, with particular emphasis on youth programs and the reach of the community. John Lepak, a managing partner and an original member of KRONK, added: “The selection of Brewster Wheeler was a natural decision. The fresh facility will continue the legacy of both Emanuel Steward and the Recreation Center, serving juvenile people while shaping future masters.”

Restarting Kronek also signals the ambitious plans of global influence. Amer Abdallah, vice president of international business, expressed pride of the extension of the “most iconic brand in the world in boxing” around the world, while based on the affluent roots of Detroit. Mikey Shumaker, director of VIP relations, shared his personal connection, saying: “This honor lend a hand to restore Kronka to the heart of the city.”

When Kronk Gym is preparing to open his door, both boxing and the Detroit community buzz with expectations. In order to obtain an update of opening events, fighter ads and programs, visit www.kronk.com. After returning to Brewster, Wheeler Kronk not only restores the gym – enlivens the heritage that will shape the future of Detroit and inspire masters for future generations.

Tim Bradley says that Teofimo Lopez’s decision to withdraw from negotiations with Devin Haney on August 16 is “Power game”. He says that Teofimo (22-1, 13 KO) noticed $ 20 million, which Ryan Garcia supposedly got to fight Rolando “Rolly” Romero on May 2, and did not intend to agree to $ 11 million to fight Haney on August 16.

(Credit: Geoffrey Knott/Matchroom)

Lopez’s power game was explained

Tim says that Teofimo thinks he did more during his career than Kingry, winning two world divisions titles, beating Vasily Lomachenko and Josh Taylor. So Lopez wants what comes to him, which is the same “astronomical” money that would fight Jaron “Boots” Ennis to easily fight Haney.

If Garcia gets $ 20 million to fight Rolly, he wants a similar cake to fight Haney. So Teofimo sticks to this amount or more for Devin’s clash.

“Who’s hell is afraid of Devin Haney after this last performance? The man is afraid to hit. The man does not want to touch,” said Tim Bradley Social media About Teofimo Lopez, who does not decide not to fight Devin Haney. “It’s an uncomplicated job.”

Lopez is definitely not afraid of Haney. He knows that there is nothing to fear, that the fight against a featherlight blow, which Bradley considers PTSD from his loss to Ryan Garcia last year. But, as Tim says, it is a game of power from Teofimo. He is not going to fight Haney, unless he gets the same kind as he would fight with Jaron Ennis.

Why Teofimo will not fight Haney

“Teofimo Lopez, can you call it ducks? You can call it ducks. It could be a game of power. Here’s why. Teofimo Lopez wanted to fight bottles. Why did he want to fight shoes? Because there was more money on the table. That’s why. He thought he could beat him. Maybe not,” said Tim.

No, this is not a duck that Teofimo does, deciding not to fight Haney. He wants the same amount he was to get for the fight against Ennis. He is probably not cheerful that Ryan Garcia got $ 20 million to fight Romero in May last year. According to Bradley, Lopez would receive $ 11 million to fight Haney.

“I thought he had a good chance. However, the shoes did not take the lure. He did not want to fight. The shoes go to 154. This is my opinion. Or shoes may even want Brian Norman Jr.. I think that it came out of his mouth. He wants Brian Norman Jr. he goes to Japan and knocks this guy and knocks this guy. [Jin Sasaki] Because he threw this guy better. It’s an uncomplicated job, “said Bradley.

Ennis does not want to fight Teofimo because he is not one who does nothing for his career. He wants belts and knows that Teo’s fight would simply be for money to lend a hand those in need, default native native Brooklyn. In other words, it is paid. This is not a sport, and Ennis is not at the stage of your career in which it is become greedy and got a golden fever Like Shebao.

Ennis Fight Money vs. Haney

“So he [Lopez] He was supposed to pay more money. He was supposed to shoot at the ring belt. He was ready to go to 147. Absolutely. But it was definitely more money. I heard that this is astronomical money, “Tim said about the money that Lopez would have if he fought with Jaron” Boots “Ennis.

When Boots said he didn’t want to fight Teofimo, he left him in a position where he got stuck with Haney. He is not a warrior who introduces PPV, and on May 2 he came out of a terrible performance against Jose Ramorez. Why would Turks want to pay Teofimo the same amount of money with Haney’s fight as what would fight Ennis?

“So, so Turki says:” No, ah. I want you to fight Haney. This is what I want you to put, but I will pay you less money. I will pay you 11 [million]. ‘ I don’t know. I have heard that it is $ 11 million for Haney. “No, Ah, it’s not enough” for Teofimo Lopez, “said Bradley.

Teofimo compares with what Ryan got and wants a similar salary based on making more. Among the fighters he defeated Lopez, only one of them was popular: Vasily Lomachenko. Lopez looked destitute in the fighting with Arnold Barboza Jr, Sandor Martin, Steve Claggett, George Cambosos Jr and Jamaine Ortiz.

Box Power Play Dynamics

“This is probably a reason. What Teofimo Lopez did in this game in a miniature time. I called my shot and defeated Lomachenko. I called [Josh] Taylor. He thinks he did a lot in sport, “said Bradley,” then you will look at Ryan Garcia. Honey of social media. “

Teofimo did more in sport, but this does not attract a free boxing fan. They do not follow sport enough to know who won the titles. They take care of entertainment, noise, communication, charisma and appearance. Ryan defeated Teo in each of these areas. That is why he was paid more for his fight again than what was offered Teofimo for fighting Haney.

“Millions of subscribers. Millions of subscriptions of millions of audience. [WBA ‘regular’ welterweight title]But he still lost. I know Ryan’s hand is hurt. Regardless of the excuse they want to create, “said Tim.

Turki paid Ryan Garcia for this money because he has a huge social media profile with 12 million watching on Instagram. This does not even count his followers and his ability to interest his events during interviews.

Teofimo can’t do it. There are no supporters, and his Brooklyn Djibberish is tough for people from other parts of the US to understand or refer to. It seems that he speaks a different language. Everyone understands Ryan, and he did not assume a false front of behaving like a tough guy, unlike Teo.

Teofimo: More than Ryan?

“He could not hand over this bag, regardless of winning this fight or not. He could not convey it, but he earns $ 20 million. It’s also [$11 million for Haney]. ‘He knows that there is more money on the table. He understands that there is more money. So I think what he does is standing on his land, “said Bradley.

If Teofimo stands on his land, hoping that he will get the same money that Ryan Garcia could fight Romero, he can end up with nothing. Of course, he hopes that Turki will undermine the salary, but maybe not. The Teofimo-Haney fight is not the one that many are interested, taking into account the way both fighters achieved worse results on the Times Square card on May 2.