St. Joseph, Missouri, January 18, 2008 – “All-American Prizefighter” Rob Calloway wants his chance to prove that he should be recognized as the cruiserweight champion of the world. As the WBC Continental Americas, IBF International and NABA Cruiserweight champion, Calloway has his eyes on the top..
“I couldn’t believe it when I read that Main Events and Warriors have begun negotiations for an eliminator bout between Tomasz Adamek and O’Neil Bell with the winner becoming the mandatory to IBF Champ Steve Cunningham. Bell hasn’t fought in nearly a year and he lost in that bout and Adamek lost his last bout at light heavy and his two bouts at cruiser were against Luis Pineda and some 8-8 former middleweight that he went the distance with.”
“I fought 3 times on ESPN2 last year (2 televised), one which was considered “Upset of the Year” candidate against heavyweight Terry Smith. Terry was saved by the bell when I dropped him at the end of the 8th round and I went on to win a 10 round unanimous decision. In another I easily KO’d former NABA Cruiserweight Champ Chris Thomas in the 3rd round. I also KO’d heavyweight Cliff Couser in the 2nd round just 1 month before he easily KO’d #1 heavyweight Monte Barrett!”
“I’m better than I’ve ever been and ready to show the world that I’m the best in the cruiserweight division. I’ve had 80 professional fights with 72 wins 7 losses and 1 draw with 56 knock-outs and I am the WBA – NABA, WBC – Continental Americas and IBF – International Cruiserweight Champion. I will Knock Out either Bell or Adamek!”
“I’m not a late replacement fill in that gets a week notice for a World Title fight like I was offered for the WBO against Enzo Maccarinelli, I want my legitimate shot and I have earned it the old fashion way! I’ve won my last 10 fights in a row with 9 by knock-out… I’m Knocking-Out All Cruiserweights!”