Frank Martin: record, next fight and profile →
Not known as the most talkative fighter around, there was something about Frank Martin that gained the attention of Errol Spence Jr. With little to no hesitation, the current unified welterweight kingpin signed the talented lightweight to his promotional company, Man Down Promotions.
Michel Rivera was granted mercy for his drug testing suspension. The Dominican lightweight was issued a six-month suspension by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, which stemmed from a positive drug test surrounding his lopsided defeat to Frank Martin last December 17 at The
Chris Colbert’s bright smile matched his effervescent personality. Although he was told at times to turn down his persona, Colbert believed that his bombastic disposition was etched into the very fabric of his identity.
Keyshawn Davis placed his Christmas shopping on pause as he took in the sights on December 17th, as Frank Martin squared off against Michel Rivera.
A probable suspension awaits Michel Rivera following the first loss of his pro career. The Dominican lightweight remains under indefinite suspension by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, which BoxingScene.com confirmed stems from a positive drug test surrounding his lopsided defeat to Frank Martin last December 17 at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. Rivera tested positive for hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene, both of which are on the banned list under World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) code.
Shakur Stevenson fulminated over a unification bout against Oscar Valdez. While it may have taken longer to materialize than he wanted, he was officially given the opportunity on April 30th, 2022.
Frank Martin took offense to the prevailing wisdom surrounding his showdown against Michel Rivera. Initially heading into their 135 pound clash this past December, countless prognosticators viewed their encounter as an evenly matched one.
Frank Martin grew sick and tired of the leisurely pace in which his career was going. So, in an effort to speed up his process, the soon-to-be 28-year-year-old found himself standing across the ring from fellow highly ranked prospect, Michel Rivera.
Sure Shakur Stevenson has yet to compete in the lightweight division but that hasn’t stopped the former Olympic silver medalist from scouting his competition.
Amongst a long list of interested observers that tuned in to watch Frank Martin face off against Michel Rivera, Gervonta Davis admits that he took in the sights as well.