By Miguel Rivera
According to the promoters, it appears that the lightweight champion of the World Boxing Organization (WBO), Roman 'Rocky' Martinez, will defend his title in a rematch with former beltholder Orlando "Siri" Salido on a September date at a venue to be announced.
Martinez has yet to receive anything concrete on the situation, stating that a deal has yet to be reached. He says additional information may be provided this coming Monday.
Martinez, who has been champion three times in the 130-pound division, beat Salido last April in Puerto Rico by decision. Martinez scored two knockdowns in the contest to improve to 29-2-2 and 17 knockouts. While Salido, saw his record drop to 42-13-2 and 29 knockouts.
"We have not reached an agreement. I'm waiting for Peter Rivera (his promoter)," Martinez told ESPN Deportes. "I'm interested in that fight as long as we get a good economic deal. There has been talk of dates, but there is nothing concrete."