This Saturday, Thunder Studios in Long Beach, CA, will rumble with the clash of featherweights as Brandon “Leon” Benitez (20-2, 8 KOs) of Queretaro, Mexico, locks horns with Rigoberto Hermosillo (14-4-1, 9 KOs) of Los Angeles, CA. The main event on the CBN Promotions’ “New Blood” card promises to be a barn burner, with Benitez defending his WBO / NABO featherweight title.
Weights: Brandon Benitez 125.3 vs Rigoberto Hermosillo 125.9
Adelaida Ruiz 115.3 vs Mayela Perez 115.9
George Acosta 130.9 vs Richard Medina 131.4
Adrian Corona 134.7 vs Erick Benitez Garcia 134.4
Mario Hernandez 117.4 vs Adrian Alavarado 118
Mark Magsayo 130.7 vs Isaac Avelar 132.4
Anthony Cuba 134.9 vs Angel Barrera 135
Nelson Guerrero 121.3 vs Arturo Herrera 122
Lienard Sarcon 124.5 vs Frank Gonzalez 123.2
The spectacle will be broadcast live in Spanish on FOX Deportes, and fans can catch the entire card on www.FightStars.Network. If you miss it live, no worries – Estrella TV will air the fights with a bit of a delay.
Also throwing punches on the card is WBC super flyweight Interim world champion Adelaida “La Cobra” Ruiz (14-0-1) of Los Angeles, CA, who’s set for a showdown against Mayela Perez (19-26-4, 10 KOs) of Saltillo, Mexico. Plus, super featherweights George “El Yuyu” Acosta (16-1, 3 KOs) of Whittier, CA, and Richard “El Castigo” Medina (15-1, 8 KOs) from San Antonio, TX, will duke it out in an 8-round scrap.
Here’s the lowdown from Benitez on his training camp, his face-off with Hermosillo, and what it means to fight on FOX Deportes:
On his training camp: “Just closed the book on training camp, and I’m feeling tip-top. Packed on the hard work early to keep my weight in check. I’ve honed my skills and I’m ready to bring the thunder.”
Facing Rigoberto: “Looking at his record, the guy’s only losses are to unbeaten fighters, except for that slip-up with Pina. I know he’s been in the trenches, so I’m brimming with confidence for a rugged fight. Expect me to unleash a storm of heavy hits. It’s gonna be a crowd-pleaser.”
Defending the title: “I’m holding onto this belt and gunning for a world title. Featherweight’s my turf, and I’m all about stacking those wins and climbing the ladder.”
Main event on FOX Deportes: “This is huge. My folks back in Mexico will be watching, and I’m set to deliver a show-stopper. Fighting on FOX Deportes is a dream for any Mexican boxer. I’m grateful and ready to seize the moment.”
Now, let’s hear from Hermosillo about his preparation, his rumble with Benitez, and what it means to fight in the FOX Deportes main event:
On his training camp: “Wrapped up another top-notch camp, hot on the heels of my September fight. I’m all about staying busy, sharp, and fit. I’m dialed in and pumped to step back into the ring.”
Facing Brandon Benitez: “I’ve scrapped with some real tough customers, and Benitez is no different. He’s got what I want, so I’m bringing the fight to him. My fists will be flying.”
Main event on FOX Deportes: “This is my second dance on FOX Deportes in the spotlight. After my win over De Luna, I’ve gained quite the rep, and I’m ready to do it all over again. It’s an honor to fight on this national platform.”
A win’s impact: “Taking down Benitez will catapult me back into the big fight conversation. Victory is the goal, and then I’m calling out the division’s big dogs.”
The doors swing open at 4:00 pm PT, with the first fight at 5:00 pm PT. FOX Deportes will air the televised bouts starting 7:00 pm PT. Tickets are up for grabs, ranging from $50 to $150, at www.cbnpromotions.com or by calling or texting the provided numbers.
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