“Latin Night” presents boxing fans with a treat in November

Unmissable Fight Night Coming to Riyadh

On November 16, the Saudi capital, Riyadh, will witness a “Latin Night” that brings together the best names in the world of boxing, including champions, as part of the “Riyadh Season 2024” activities, organized by “Golden Boy Promotions”, which is one of the most prominent boxing promotional companies, in “The Venue” area, one of New Riyadh Season areas, while the main event will be promoted in cooperation between Golden Boy Promotions and Boxer.

A Global Broadcast

On the sidelines of the press conference held this evening in the American city of Los Angeles, it was announced that the Latin Night is the first event in the Riyadh season to be broadcast for free to boxing fans around the world, as DAZN will broadcast this major fight night for free on the global level, with the announcement of carrier channels. Others in the area soon.

The Main Event

The event is expected to be one of the largest celebrations of Latin talent in the world of boxing, as it will witness the confrontation of the WBA Cruiserweight World Champion, Mexican Gilberto “Zordo” Ramirez, in his ongoing quest to become the undisputed world champion in this weight. His first test will be facing the WBO cruiserweight world champion, Briton Chris Pillam Smith, who enters the fight after three consecutive fights in which he successfully defended his title.

Co-Main Event

In the co-main event, former unified champion and US Olympian Jose Ramírez will face dangerous opponent and undefeated contender, WBO No. 1 ranked compatriot Arnold Barboza Jr., in a qualifying bout for the WBO lightweight title over 12 rounds. The card also features a strong confrontation between Mexican William “El Camaron” Zepaeda, against former IBF world champion Tevin “2X” Farmer, in a lightweight bout extending 10 rounds.

Other Matches

The show will also open with a 12-round WBA super lightweight qualifying bout between WBA No. 1 Kenneth “Bossman” Sims Jr. of Chicago and Oscar “La Migraña” Duarte. Additionally, a Minimumweight world title unification bout between historic WBO champion Oscar “El Puelo” Collazo of Puerto Rico and the longest-reigning WBO champion in this category, Thamanuno “Knockout CB Fresh Mart” Nyomtrong, has been scheduled.

Quotes from the Press Conference

For his part, Oscar De La Hoya, Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Promotions, said during the conference: “His Excellency the Chancellor and I share the same vision, which is to provide the best fights to the fans. From a world championship unification fight to confrontations between former champions and rising competitors, in addition to a star-rich card.” “Promisingly, this show will encompass everything that is great about the world of boxing.”

While Boxer founder and CEO Ben Shalom said: “The Riyadh season continues to present the best fights at the highest level of sport, and we are proud to work with His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh and Oscar De La Hoya to present another epic fight to unify the world heavyweight championship. Gilberto Ramirez is a great champion, but “Chris Pillam-Smith will come full of confidence and fully prepared to unify the title.”

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Golden Boy Promotions’ Chief Business Officer, Philippe Bouton, also expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership with Riyadh Season, saying: “We are excited to work with Riyadh Season in promoting ‘Latin Night’ and expanding Golden Boy’s business globally.”

Conclusion

The Latin Night in Riyadh is shaping up to be an unmissable event, featuring some of the biggest names in the world of boxing. With a global broadcast and an exciting lineup of matches, this event is sure to thrill boxing fans around the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

* When and where will the Latin Night take place?
+ The event will take place on November 16, 2024, at “The Venue” area in New Riyadh Season.
* Who are the main fighters participating in the event?
+ The main event will feature WBA Cruiserweight World Champion Gilberto “Zordo” Ramirez facing WBO Cruiserweight World Champion Chris Pillam Smith, while the co-main event will see Jose Ramírez taking on Arnold Barboza Jr.
* Will the event be broadcast globally?
+ Yes, DAZN will broadcast the event for free on the global level, with carrier channels to be announced.