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From The Boxing Examiner:
Chris Johnson trained protege Omri Lowther originally from Atlanta, Georgia now living and fighting out of Mississauga, Ontario will face the toughest challenge of his career when he meets undefeated Brandon Rios of Oxnard, California on November 13th in Dallas, Texas.
Lowther (14-2 10KO’s) will meet the undefeated Rios (25-0-1 18KO’s) at a catchweight of 138lbs. in a bout scheduled for 10 rounds. Adam Harris of Hennessy Sports Canada advised TheBoxingExaminer.com that the last minute bout is scheduled to be part of the PPV broadcast
Lowther is coming off a decision loss to Hank Lundy while Rios’ last bout was a 7th round disqualification win over Anthony Peterson. The card will be promoted by Top Rank and will be available throughout Canada on PPV basis.
Follow through to the full article, Omri Lowther Set to Face Brandon Rios on Pacquiao Margarito Blockbuster in Dallas!
From Mississauga.com:
Three fighters from Clancy’s Boxing Academy in Mississauga were crowned provincial champions this past weekend in Oshawa. Zsolt Daranyi won the 64-kilogram youth title, Azeem Khan captured the 60kg youth crown and Paul Rasmussen earned the title in the 91kg and over senior category.
View the full article, Boxers crowned Ontario champs.
From ESPN Boxing:
Junior featherweight titlist Steve Molitor of Ontario, who signed with American manager Cameron Dunkin last month, signed a four-year promotional agreement with Top Rank on Monday and intends to fight in the United States.
“It is very rejuvenating,” Molitor told ESPN.com. “I feel like it’s a fresh start. There is no bad blood or bad feelings with my former promoter, but it’s very exciting to me to be with one of the best promoters in boxing in Bob Arum and Top Rank. I’m 30 and I want to be on the big stage. I’m hungry. It’s like when you drive a car. You drive the car and it’s fine, but then you get a new car and you’re excited to drive it. That’s how I feel. Who wouldn’t be happy signing with the biggest boxing promoter on the planet?”
View the full article here.
The main even will feature Logan McGuinness (12-0-1; 6KOs , NABA Lightweight Champion, who will make his first title defense against Mexico’s Adrian Verdugo (17-2-1; 14KOs)
Steve Molitor’s official Web site has officially been launched at www.stevemolitor.ca.
From The Boxing Examiner:
Wild Wing incorporated have signed exclusive sponsorship deals with IBF Junior Featherweight champion Steve “The Canadian Kid” Molitor and Canadian Heavyweight champion Neven Pajkic.
In addition, it was announced that Misho Jovicevic, the manager of Neven Pajkic has also signed Steve Molitor to his management team. This will take effect after Molitor’s title defence in England on September 11th against Jason Booth. The Steve Molitor championship defence will be televised live on TSN.
When asked about his signing with Jovicevic, Molitor stated “I am very excited about this opportunity and am looking forward to working with Misho. I have known Misho back in the days when I lived in the gym and was starving. Misho would throw me a couple bucks occasionally to help out.”
Molitor also spoke on signing his sponsorship agreement with Wild Wing. “I am very happy about this opportunity that Rick has presented and for all of the support of Wild Wing.”
Via The Boxing Examiner:
TORONTO, ON (Wednesday, June 9, 2010) – Two-time world champion “The Canadian Kid” Steve Molitor (32-1, 12 KO’s) loves the United Kingdom. In November of 2006 he captured the IBF Junior Featherweight with a 5th round KO over Michael Hunter, in Hartlepool, and is 3-0 in Great Britain as a professional.
On July 23rd, Molitor returns to the UK to begin his second reign as IBF 122 lb. champion, when he defends his newly recaptured title against British and Commonwealth Super Bantamweight champion Jason Booth (35-5, 15 KO’s).
Molitor’s first trip to England, in September of 2002, saw him dominate Booth’s younger brother Nicky over 12 rounds to capture the Commonwealth Bantamweight title.
Fifteen months later Molitor returned to the UK and continued his British breakfast by trouncing Londoner John Mackay over 8 one-sided rounds.
Orion Sports Management and FTM Sports have teamed up to promote the event, and will announce a host city and venue in the near future.
“Fighting in the UK brings out the best in me. The atmosphere is always electric, and the fans are so passionate,” Molitor said.
“That just makes me even more motivated than ever. I know Booth will leave it all in the ring on July 23rd. He wants my belt, and some revenge for his brother. But I’m not leaving anything to chance. That title is coming back to
Canada.”
Not only does Molitor love the UK, but the UK obviously loves him, with the British Board of Boxing Control naming him their 2006 Foreign Fighter of the Year.
And on July 23rd, UK fight fans can further enjoy Molitor’s skills live on Sky-Tv, while Molitor’s Canadian fans can see the fight on TSN.
Allan Tremblay and FTM’s Frank Maloney have enjoyed a long friendship, and are delighted to finally have the opportunity to work together.
“We are looking forward to a great event on July 23. Frank and I are old mates from back in the day, and it is a distinct pleasure to join forces with him on this promotion,” Tremblay said.
“Steve Molitor simply loves fighting in England and will put on a great show for the fans.”
Legendary UK boxing promoter Frank Maloney is equally effusive about all aspects of the match-up.
“Jason’s life has been a roller coaster and if he pulls this off it will complete a remarkable story,” said Maloney.
“Steve has been on top form on previous British trips against Jason’s brother, Nicky and Michael Hunter. This time I am hoping his luck will run out.”
“It is great to work with Allan again. He and his staff are complete professionals, and a pleasure to deal with.”
Andrew Kooner (10-2; 4KOs) goes up against Jose Silveira (10-2; 4KOs) of Mexico for the NABF Bantamweight title on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at the Powerade Centre in Brampton, ON.
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