British fight fans will get a chance to see the man Rendall Munroe is ducking tomorrow night (Saturday, November 29th) when highlights of Bernard Dunne’s recent win over world rated Uruguayan, Cristian Faccio are shown on ITV4 at 9:15..
The fight took place on November 15th at the Hunky Dorys Fight Night in the Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar in front of a sell out crowd with up and coming stars like Stephen Haughian, John O’Donnell, Steve Barnes and Logan McGuinness featuring on the undercard alongside local hero Henry Coyle.
Dunne’s win has positioned him for a crack at a world title in 2009. His promoter Brian Peters said, “We offered Rendall Munroe the chance to make some real money by offering him £60,000 to defend his European title against Bernard but they didn’t even reply so that speaks for itself really.
“Bernard’s main priority for next year remains a World title fight and that’s very much what we’re working towards at the moment. It will be great for the British fight fans to get a chance to see him in action on ITV 4 tomorrow night and the undercard action will be covered as well.
“I’m working closely with Mick Hennessy and some of his boxers really shined at the Breaffy House Resort. John O’Donnell has tremendous potential and the legendary Ingle Gym in Sheffield seems to have produced another real gym in the shape of Steve Barnes.”
Tomorrow nights broadcast starts on ITV4 at 9:15 and is repeated on Sunday afternoon at 2:45.
DEMETRIUS ANDRADE COMES HOME
Maybe it is the speed and power he possesses in his hands. Or perhaps it’s his beautiful footwork and cat like reflexes that have been honed to perfection since he first put on a pair of gloves at the ripe age of six. Maybe it’s the fact that at only 20 years old and having only one professional fight, he already can spar twelve hard rounds, barely breaking a sweat. The list goes on and on when describing this gifted fighter. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Demetrius Andrade.
Andrade, the 2007 amateur world champion and 2008 Olympian, was the first Olympian from this year’s class to make his pro-debut, bursting onto the scene October 23rd in Spokane, Washington, on a the nationally televised card broadcast on The Versus Network. Andrade, who is better known as “Boo Boo”, looked sensational disposing of Patrick Cape (4-3, 2KO) at just 24 seconds of the second round of their scheduled four rounder. Although the fight was short, Andrade’s skills were evident. ESPN.com’s Dan Rafael described the performance as “the perfect pro-debut for a fighter who could someday be a star. “Andrade displayed skill, speed, poise and power.”
Andrade will now return home and look to be equally as impressive in front of his hometown crowd when he takes on Missouri’s Eric Marriott (0-1) this Saturday November 29th at the Twin River Casino in Lincoln, Rhode Island. Andrade will join Jason Estrada on the card as the only two fighters ever to compete in the Olympics for the state of Rhode Island.
“I can’t express enough how excited and how important it is to me to be fighting here in Rhode Island,” said Andrade. “I was supposed to fight out in California, but I told my promoters I wanted to fight here, in front of my hometown and they made it happen for me.”
Andrade balances his training, which usually consists of three separate workouts, six days a week, with the full-time job of raising his 2-year- old daughter Autumn with his girlfriend Sherly. His training regime (running in the morning, boxing in the afternoon, and strength training at night) is strenuous, but necessary if you ask Andrade. “To be the best I can be, this is what I have to do. Natural ability and talent will only take you so far in this sport. The hard work I put in training will be what takes me to the next level. People have very high expectations for me, and to be honest so do I.”
The card, which is being billed as Holiday Havoc, will be promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s CES in association with Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing, Banner Promotions Twin River Casino and CN8, The Comcast Network. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 401.724.2253 or 401.724.2254. Ticket prices are $150, $100, $75, $55, $40, $25.
Quotes
Jason Estrada: “No more talk, all that is done. I’ve said things and I’ve done all of my talking. Show up tomorrow night for a great show.”
Derek Bryant: “It’s been a while since I’ve been in the ring. I’ve been off almost two years. Estrada’s an Olympian, an up-and-comer. I’m going to put on a good show.”
Demetrius Andrade: “It’s great to be here in my hometown, back from the Olympics. I’m going to show everybody what they’ve been missing. I’m the next super hero; it’s my job to take over.”
Jason Pires: “It’s going to be a great show tomorrow night. There’s a lot of talent – Estrada, Boo Boo and the other guys. It’s a great opportunity for me to comeback. I’ve been away five years. I’m going to put on a show case tomorrow.”
OFFICIAL WEIGHTS
Jason Estrada 241 lbs. – Derek Bryant 225 lbs.
Demetrius Andrade 157 lbs. – Eric Marriott 162 lbs.
Jason Pires 147 lbs. – Frank Houghtaling 147 ½ lbs.
Joey McCreedy 174 lbs. – James Johnson 176 lbs.
Eddie Soto 140 lbs – Blake Franklin 140 lbs