The former heavyweight claimant Ike Ibeabuchi declared his intention to dethron Oleksandr Usyk and became the oldest heavyweight champion in history, at the age of 52.
An unacceptable Nigerian, called the “president”, returns to the ring to the ring on August 23 against Idris “Finito” Affini after the withdrawal of Danny Williams. The event staged in Lagos will be the first fight of Ibeabuchi in 26 years.
Ibeabuchi’s decisive return to the ring
Ibeabuchi is not surprised by age or rust and plans to make up for the loss of time after he was at the threshold of the world title before imprisonment in the tardy 1990s.
At 20-0, 15 KO, a veteran believes that there is still a lot of tank in the tank and plans to show him this month against Affini.
“It’s good to finally go back to the ring. Twenty -six years are a long time,” Ibeabuchi said only World Boxing News. “I am in shape and ready to break George Foreman’s record.
“I want to become the oldest heavyweight champion in the world. I am in a better form than when I defeated David Tua (in 1997) and knocked out Chris Byrd (in 1999).
“I train both physically and mentally for 26 years. I went to college and received three degrees, and I am an assistant. When the mind and body are tuned, you become extremely risky. I am the most risky man in boxing. You will see August 23.”
Benchmark Foreman and Usyk’s challenge
Ambitious Foreman reference repair plans mean that Ibeabuchi must defeat the current master Oleksandr Utyk. The Brozy Ukrainian, who is also a pound king for pounds, plans to spend some time after winning Daniel Dubois last month.
Ibeabuchi has to be done earlier and he would have to achieve something else at this age any other heavyweight boxer, winning the world ranking at the age of 50.
But this is a goal if Foreman’s long -lasting record focuses on the unbeaten former claimant during his second race.
Foreman famously claimed that WBA and IBF HEAD CRONS MICHAEL MOORERER AT THE AGREE OF 45 in 1994. IBEABuchi insists that he surpassed this feat and a detected unquestioned ruler.
“I will stop George Foreman’s record and become the oldest heavyweight champion in the world. I do not refuse to refuse,” said Ibeabuchi.
“My goal is Oleksandr Usyk for the title. Usyk keeps my lanes hot. If I had the opportunity to fight for the championship in hefty weight, I would never lose myself and I would still have these belts.
“The president will not be denied. Usyk has the president’s belts, and I come to get them. They are simply a rental company and did not pay his Danegeld. He cannot be protected.”
President’s road before
These victories over Tua and Byrdem turn their eyes to Ibeabuchi back at its excellent level. However, it was a long time ago, and the prison in combination with the father’s time can be cruel to the body.
Older fans and media will watch the return of Ibeabuchi with the intrigue on August 23 with thoughts about what could have been, and if he defeated Affini, his next movement will be interested.
But approaching Usyk at this stage of his career is more than a dream for a one -time heavyweight force.
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Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis will meet tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where two undefeated world champions will fight for the WBO and WBA super welterweight titles.
Zayas is defending his WBO and first WBA title for the second time, while Ennis is moving up from welterweight in a bid to become a two-weight ruler.
World Boxing News brings you live scores and updates from Brooklyn throughout the evening.
Live scorecards:
• Jahi Tucker vs. Euri Cedeno
• Emiliano Vargas vs. Bryce Mills
• Ben Whittaker vs. Richard Rivera
• Xander Zayas vs. Jaron Ennis (including round-by-round)
Scores by Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis
Times are local – ET
00:11
Jaron “Boots” Ennis defeated Xander Zayas in seven rounds to become the unified WBA and WBO super welterweight champion in Brooklyn.
Ennis dropped Zayas in the first round, then survived a dramatic rally in the third round in which the previously undefeated champion hurt him with several demanding shots.
The momentum dropped significantly in the fifth quarter when Ennis knocked out Zayas with a crushing uppercut.
After dominating the sixth puck, Ennis forced Zayas to kneel at the start of the seventh puck, prompting the referee to wave his hand and stop the fight.
22:43
Emiliano Vargas remained undefeated after stopping Bryce Mills in the fourth round after a dominant display in the shootout.
Vargas controlled most of the contest, although Mills had his moments in return. He won the first two rounds 10-9 before scoring a knockdown in the third and taking a frame 10-8.
The end came in the fourth period when Vargas dropped Mills twice to force a stoppage and seal an impressive TKO victory.
21:55
Ben Whittaker he defeated Richie Rivera with a crushing left hook in the second round after dropping “Popeye The Sailor Man” in the opening session.
Rivera has proven to be more than just routine work for the British lithe heavyweight, who now desperately needs a tougher test after another impressive stoppage win.
21:50
Ben Whittaker and Richie Rivera in the ring.
21:23
Jahi Tucker he achieved a majority decision victory over Euri Cedeno after ten rounds of competition, continuing his middleweight career.
Tucker took control early before Cedeno fought his way back into contention in the middle rounds. However, Tucker finished the fight as the stronger of the two, winning the final four rounds on the WBN card and securing a well-deserved verdict.
The official judges scored it 95-95, 97-93 and 98-92, giving Tucker the majority win. WBN cards 98-92.
20:53
A barnstorm is heating up for the first fight on the Pay Per View card between Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno.
19:56
Dennis Thompson defeated Edwin Rodriguez from Puerto Rico by split decision in a close fight. Thompson rose to a gripping challenge and earned the verdict after eight rounds.
The judges scored the fight 79-73 and 77-75 in his favor, while the third judge scored it 77-75 for Rodriguez.
The victory gave Thompson a 1-0 lead for Philadelphia over Puerto Rico.
19:43
Dennis Thompson and Edwin Rodriguez go toe-to-toe in their super bantamweight bout.
19:14
Quincey Williams they remained undefeated with a dominant 79-73 unanimous decision over the hard-wearing Jerome Baxter after eight rounds.
18:35
Quincey Williams 6-0 starts his fight against Jerome Baxter 8-1 in the welterweight division.
On the card too Juanma Lopez DeJesus it took just over two minutes to beat Alberto Motos.
Boxing in the match room
Announcement
Zayas and Ennis meet over twelve rounds for the WBO and WBA super welterweight world titles in one of the biggest fights of the year in boxing.
The undefeated champions will headline the highest level competition and boxing competition held at the Barclays Center under the jurisdiction of the Up-to-date York State Athletic Commission.
The main support will be Ben Whittaker’s defense of his WBC Silver lithe heavyweight title against Richard Rivera following his victory over Liam Cameron.
Undefeated Emiliano Vargas also returns against Bryce Mills, while Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno fight for the vacant IBF North American, WBC USA and WBO NABO middleweight titles.
Elsewhere on the card, Quincey Williams will face Jerome Baxter, Dennis Thompson will face Edwin Rodriguez and Juanma Lopez De Jesus will open the action against Alberto Motos.
Updates will be added below as the action unfolds in Brooklyn, with more live coverage on World Boxing News.
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Oscar Collazo remained undefeated and won the WBO International flyweight title on Saturday night with a devastating two-round victory over Neider Valdez.
The unified WBA, WBO and Ring Magazine minimumweight champion improved to 15-0 with 12 knockouts after defeating Valdez three times before Mexico’s corner stopped the fight at 2:35 of the second round.
Making his final appearance at 112 pounds, Collazo showed his strength immediately transferred to the upper division, defeating Valdez from the opening bell at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California.
The Puerto Rican striker repeatedly found a home for his left hand and left no doubt about the outcome before the fight was called off.
“I felt great at 112 pounds. I love this division. In fact, I want to stay here for a long time,” Collazo said.
Knockdowns
Collazo admitted that he had already called for the fight to be stopped.
“After the third knockdown I was basically saying, ‘Never again, never again’. It was the right decision for his safety. His corner was well checked.
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The victory added another belt to Collazo’s collection and enhanced his growing reputation as one of boxing’s most invigorating champions in the lower weight division.
Looking ahead, Collazo has made it clear who he wants next.
“The fight with Ricardo Sandoval definitely interests me. I really want that fight. I’m ready for gigantic fights. I’m ready to make history. That’s the fight I want next.”
Sandoval currently holds the WBA flyweight title, making this one of the most attractive fights available if Collazo continues his climb in weight.
The event was broadcast live on DAZN and was promoted by Golden Boy Promotions in partnership with Miguel Cotto Promotions.
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