Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing is setting the stage at the Mohegan Sun Arena for a night that screams “not your typical Friday.” Richie “Popeye” Rivera, Connecticut’s own fist-swinging, multi-sport maestro, is squaring up against Mathew “The Wise Man” Obinna, a knockout artist straight out of Nigeria, in a light heavyweight bout that’s got “interesting” written all over it.
Rivera, with a record that’s nothing to sneeze at (25-2, 19KOs), is stepping back onto his home turf. This guy’s an athlete through and through – from football to swimming, and now he’s #5 with the WBA, #7 with the WBC, you get the gist. He’s no stranger to the Mohegan Sun, aiming to add another win under those bright lights.
Enter Obinna, the man with fists that apparently double as lesson plans, because he’s knocked out every single opponent he’s faced. That’s 23-0, for those counting. Making his US debut, he’s not just here to sightsee; he’s looking to keep that perfect record sparkling.
Joe DeGuardia is practically beaming, promising a showdown that’ll have fans on the edge of their seats. With tickets starting at $40, it’s practically a steal to see what might just be the lead-up to Rivera’s title shot or Obinna’s introduction as the new knockout king.