Rubio vs Mitchell: Marco Looks To Rebuild in Mexico

By Mark Vester

Middleweight Marco Antonio Rubio (43-5-1, 37 KOs) is set to make his return for the first time since being stopped by WBO/WBC champion Kelly Pavlik in February. He will face Eric Mitchell (22-6-1, 11 KOs) in a ten round middleweight bout at Gomez Palacio in Durango, Mexico on October 10. Mitchell dropped a decision to ex-champion Joachim Alcine in August.

"The Pavlik fight is behind me. It's time to turn to the next page. The truth is, it was a painful loss, but I know what I have left, what I can do and what I can give and I will demonstrate that with my fists," Rubio told Boxeo Noticias.

Rubio said training has been good. He wants to make a very impressive showing for the fans.

"I feel more than ready. I'm going to be physical. I have not neglected anything in training because I know the importance of maintaining a good physical condition. I will not have any trouble making weight and my people will see me shut his mouth," Rubio said.

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