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Frampton’s Manager: Like GGG, We Want Mexican Fans

•Jul 11, 2015

Gennady Golovkin is a Kazakhstani man now based in the United States who has courted Mexican and Mexican-American boxing fans, allowing him to become a draw not only in New York City but in Southern California as well. That’s what Barry McGuigan, manager of Carl Frampton, is hoping will happen for the 122-pound titleholder. Frampton is a star in Northern Ireland but will be making his American debut on July 18 in El Paso, Texas, appearing on a “Premier Boxing Champions” main event on CBS in his first fight with adviser Al Haymon. Frampton faces Alejandro Gonzalez Jr.

Frampton: If Rigondeaux with Haymon, easy fight to make

David P. Greisman

•Jul 11, 2015

Carl Frampton believes his signing with powerful boxing adviser Al Haymon could open up the door to fights with a few of Haymon’s top featherweights. But what about the best fighter in Frampton’s division, 122-pound champion Guillermo Rigondeaux? “I think the Rigondeaux fight is a great possibility. There’s rumors that he may be linking up with Al Haymon. If he does link up with Al Haymon, then of course the fight would be easy to make,” Frampton said. “I believe I could win. You look at Rigondeaux, I completely admire what he does and his fighting style. But I think I’m the only man in the super bantamweight division that can beat him.”

Quigg: Not My Fault, Carl Frampton Rejected 60-40 Deal

BoxingScene Staff

•Jul 8, 2015

Scott Quigg has dismissed Carl Frampton's accusation that he is the reason their fight has not happened and believes his rival is trying to shift the blame. Frampton, the IBF super-bantamweight world champion, has labelled the Bury fighter the "ultimate" obstacle to a proposed all-British unification fight. The Northern Irishman also said Quigg "just over-valued himself" when it came to the initial negotiations and believes he himself is worth more than the original 60-40 split Matchroom offered.

Frampton-Gonzalez Jr. To Air Live On ITV In U.K.

Terence Dooley

•Jun 30, 2015

Carl Frampton’s U.S. debut will be shown live on terrestrial channel ITV here in the U.K. The TV station confirmed the news earlier today. Frampton defends his IBF Super bantamweight title against Alejandro Gonzalez Junior at the Don Haskins Centre, Texas on the 18th of July. It will be televised from 9.45pm UK time, with ITV4 carrying the undercard from 9pm. The fight will be shown on CBS in the U.S. Frampton (20-0, 14 early) has told viewers not to underestimate his opponent. “I am delighted to be once again defending my World Title live on ITV on the 18th of July against Alejandro Gonzalez Jr,” Frampton said in a statement. “It is brilliant news that this fight will be shown live on ITV at primetime in the UK and live on CBS in the USA. “Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. is a young and dangerous Mexican challenger and I am expecting a tough fight. I feel I am the best Super bantamweight in the world and I am excited to box in front of a huge television audience in the UK and USA.” The 28-year-old is managed by Irish boxing legend Barry McGuigan, who believes his fighter is destined for greatness. “This is excellent news that Carl Frampton is defending his world title live on ITV at primetime in the UK.”

Scott Quigg: Frampton Ran Out of Options in The UK

Random Hits

•Jun 15, 2015

Scott Quigg says he will produce a devastating performance in his WBA World Super Bantamweight title defence against Kiko Martinez at the Manchester Arena on July 18, live on Sky Sports. Quigg defends his title against former IBF king Martinez that claimed his first World title in impressive style in August 2013 with a stoppage win over Jhonatan Romero in Atlantic City, before standout stoppage wins in defences over Jeffrey Mathebula and Hozumi Hasagawa. Bury champion Quigg knows he’s in for the sternest test of his reign against the Spaniard enjoying a renaissance in his career, but the 26 year old has predicted that his fifth defence will be his best yet.

Frampton-Gonzalez: Chris Arreola Added To CBS Bill

Random Hits

•Jun 12, 2015

EL PASO, TEXAS - Undefeated British superstar Carl Frampton (20-0, 14 KOs) makes his U.S. professional debut when he takes on quick-fisted Mexican Alejandro "Cobrita" Gonzalez Jr. (25-1-2, 15 KOs) on Premier Boxing Champions on CBS, Saturday afternoon, July 18 from the Don Haskins Center at UTEP in El Paso, Texas. Televised coverage on CBS starts at 4 p.m. ET/2 p.m. MT/1 p.m. PT. Also featured in televised action is heavyweight star Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola (36-4, 31 KOs), who will be returning to the ring for the first time since March.

Shingo Wake Dominates Tawatchai To Earn Title Shot

Jake Donovan

•Jun 10, 2015

Shingo Wake can now look forward to a title shot before year's end, thanks to a virtuoso performance in outpointing Mike Tawatchai over 12 rounds Wednesday evening in Tokyo, Japan. Scores were 119-108 (twice) and 118-109 in favor of the local southpaw who was in control throughout, even throwing in a late knockdown for good measure.

Scott Quigg: I Believe 100% That I'll Beat Frampton!

Edward Chaykovsky

•Jun 10, 2015

Super bantamweight rivals Carl Frampton and Scott Quigg will return on July 18th - but it won't be against each other. Quigg defends his WBA 'regular' belt against former champion Kiko Martinez in Manchester, while Frampton makes his American debut against in a voluntary defense of his IBF title against Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. in El Paso, Texas. There was some discussions in making a Frampton-Quigg showdown happen. It's one of the biggest fights to be made in the UK. Both sides lay the blame on each other for their discussions falling apart.

Shingo Wake, Tawatchai Make Weight For Title Eliminator

Jake Donovan

•Jun 9, 2015

With a shot at unbeaten junior featherweight titlist Carl Frampton on the line, Shinto Wake and Mike Tawatchai both made weight for their 12-round elimination bout Wednesday evening at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. Wake came in right at the divisional limit of 122 lbs. Tawatchai tipped the scales at a fight-ready 121.25 lbs. The bout will on TBS-Japan via next day tape-delay.

Frampton-Gonzalez Set For 7/18 in Texas, on CBS

Jake Donovan

•Jun 8, 2015

Carl Frampton’s debut in the United States—and under the Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) banner—will take place on July 18 at Don Haskins Center in the bordertown El Paso, Texas. The unbeaten junior featherweight titlist will be making the second defense of his belt as he faces Mexico’s Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. The bout will air live on CBS during Saturday afternoon coverage. In supporting capacity, Cornelius Bundrage defends his 154 lb. title versus unbeaten Houston native Jermall Charlo.