Get ready for a thrilling evening as Cabaret du Casino de Montréal hosts a spectacular boxing event in just a few hours! If you can’t be there in person, don’t fret! You can catch all the live action online at www.punchinggrace.com starting at 7:00pm.
Main Event: Spencer vs. Hermans
Mary Spencer, with her record of 7-1 and a solid 5 KOs, will square off against the experienced Femke Hermans, who brings a record of 16-4 with 7 KOs. Both fighters are vying for the prestigious IBF and IBO titles, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter. At today’s weigh-in, Spencer tipped the scales at 153.4 lb, while Hermans clocked in at a close 152.9 lb. Expect a fiercely contested bout as both athletes have shown their power and skills in the ring.
Co-main Event: Bazinyan vs. Ellis
In another highly anticipated bout, Erik Bazinyan, undefeated with a record of 30-0 and boasting 21 KOs, will defend his NABA and NABF titles against the formidable Ronald Ellis, who comes into this bout with a record of 18-3-2 and 12 KOs. Both fighters have demonstrated their prowess and resilience in past matches, making this encounter one for the history books. Bazinyan weighed in at 166.4 lb, with Ellis slightly heavier at 167.1 lb.
Eye of The Tiger announced a headline event slated for October 11th at the Montreal Casino, featuring Mary Spencer vying for the IBF super-welterweight world title. Alongside this, the IBO belt held by her competitor, Femke Hermans, who secured it from Spencer last December, will also be at risk. Hermans, the Belgian boxer, is bracing for her 3rd defense against the Canadian contender.
Last December 16th, in Shawinigan, Femke Hermans (16-4, 7 KOs) managed to outbox Spencer, clinching the IBO title in a unanimous decision. The bout was a thrilling seesaw that had the spectators riveted, and the upcoming rematch is expected to pack a similar punch. Mary Spencer (7-1, 5 KOs) is leaving no stone unturned in her quest to clinch both the IBO and IBF titles.
Mary Spencer expressed her excitement and determination, stating, “The fact that the IBO world title is back on the line for our fight adds tremendous motivation. Having seen it slip through my hands last December in my first world championship battle makes me even more resolute to fight for the win and reclaim those belts.”
The full roster for this action-packed evening is yet to be unveiled, but early confirmations from the Montreal promoter have included Erik Bazinyan (30-0, 21 KOs), Wilkens Mathieu (3-0, 2 KOs), Leïla Beaudoin (9-1, 1 KO), Mehmet Unal (4-0, 4 KOs), and Jhon Orobio (3-0, 3 KOs).
Recalling the anguish of her loss last December to the Belgian Hermans, where the IBO world title slipped from her grasp, Spencer is doubly motivated for this rematch. She expressed, “Getting another shot at the IBF world title is thrilling enough, but a chance to settle scores with Femke makes it even sweeter.”
Spencer (7-1, 5 KOs) reflected on her previous setback and made crucial changes in her approach. Having reviewed her weaknesses and strengths, she fortified her resources and revamped her training under the guidance of her new coach, Samuel Décarie-Drolet. He emphatically shared, “Our goal is to make Mary feel at home in the fiercest battles. Not only will she stand her ground against Hermans, but she’ll dictate the tempo.”
Hermans (16-4, 7 KOs), since defeating Spencer, has built on her success by retaining the IBO title twice. As the former WBO world champion, she has her eyes set on a repeat performance against Spencer on October 11.
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