The undefeated Floyd “Child Austin” Schofield Jr. (17-0, 12 KOs) of Austin, Texas will make his anticipated return to the ring in a 12-round struggle in opposition to the gritty Rene “El Bravo” Tellez Girón (20-3, 13 KOs) of Querétaro, Mexico, for the WBA Worldwide Light-weight Title.
The occasion, offered in affiliation with Davies Leisure, is scheduled to happen at The Theater at Virgin Lodges Las Vegas on Saturday, November 2, and completely broadcast worldwide on DAZN.
“I’m past excited for my return to the ring because the official fundamental occasion, and to point out the world what I’ve been engaged on,” mentioned Floyd Schofield Jr. “My purpose is easy: develop into a world champion. My opponent has measured up in opposition to some robust contenders and will probably be trying to steal the present, however we received’t let him do this this time round.”
Schofield Jr. made his skilled debut on October 9, 2020 with a talented knockout over Richard Esquibel. Since then, he has rapidly constructed out his undefeated, skilled portfolio with a sequence of knockout wins. He was final seen within the ring efficiently defending his WBA Worldwide Light-weight title in opposition to the unconventional Esteuri Suero who was disqualified within the fifth spherical for a low blow, an accumulation of level deductions, and poor sportsmanship. No stranger to overcoming adversity, Floyd “Child Austin” Schofield Jr. battled by poverty and homelessness to develop into one of many hottest world title contenders within the light-weight division. A pugilist understanding of Davies Boxing and Health in San Antonio, Texas, his coaching and sparring resume incorporates a lengthy record of present and up-and-coming world champions.
“I’m so enthusiastic about this struggle, like none different to this point in my profession. Floyd Schofield, he’s simply one other massive identify man in my option to the highest of the light-weight division,” mentioned Rene Telles Girón. “I’ll win, my preparation is at all times nice, that’s why I simply scored two massive wins in my final two fights. I like upsets, I’m that man that may take your coronary heart. I’m a proud fighter of Mexico, I’ll win this struggle for my nation, I’m robust.”
Rene Telles Girón, born and raised in Querétaro, Mexico, was final seen in a brutal demolishing of Alex Dilmaghani by way of seventh-round stoppage. His profession took off with a sequence of victories within the regional circuit, the place he displayed spectacular knockout energy and strategic prowess. Girón is acknowledged for his disciplined strategy, distinctive footwork, and a robust defensive recreation, which has earned him respect from each friends and opponents.
“I’ve at all times mentioned that “Child Austin” has the “it” issue to not solely be a champion, however to be a worldwide celebrity,“ mentioned Chairman and CEO of Golden Boy Oscar De La Hoya. “Everybody is aware of that Schofield goes for the KO each time, however Girón has by no means been knocked out. This will probably be an actual check for Floyd as he appears to proceed his stand up the rankings.”
Tickets for Schofield vs Girón will go on-sale Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. PT and are priced at $100, $75, $50 and $25 plus relevant charges. A restricted quantity of Golden Boy VIP Suite Expertise tickets will even be out there for buy with unique merchandise and struggle night time upgrades included. Commonplace and VIP tickets could be bought at AXS.com or GoldenBoy.com. An unique pre-sale is obtainable by AXS.com starting immediately from 10:00 a.m. PT till 10:00 p.m. PT with Code: GBPVEGAS.
Within the co-main occasion, Shoimbek, Uzbekistan’s Bektemir “Bek” Melikuziev (14-1, 10 KOs) will take a large leap ahead in his journey in changing into a world champion in a 10-round WBA Tremendous Middleweight World Championship Eliminator Combat in opposition to Golden Boy stablemate of Studying, Pennsylvania, David “Dynamite” Stevens (14-1, 10 KOs). With equivalent data, each fighters are coming off knockout victories.
Additionally on the DAZN Broadcast, in a historic, Undisputed Feminine Flyweight World Championship co-promoted with Sampson Boxing, the Coachella Valley’s undefeated IBF Flyweight World Champion Gabriela “Candy Poison” Fundora (14-0, 6 KOs) will problem Buenos Aires, Argentina’s WBA, WBC, WBO Flyweight World Champion Gabriela “LA Chuky” Alaniz (15-1, 6 KOs) for all of the marbles – together with the Ring Journal Flyweight World Title Belt in a 10-round struggle. Up to now, there has by no means been an undisputed feminine champion within the flyweight division.
Defending his WBA Intercontinental Tremendous Middleweight Title, undefeated blue-chip prospect Darius “DFG” Fulghum (12-0, 10 KOs) of Katy, Texas, will measure up in opposition to Selma, Texas’ Christopher Pearson (17-4-1, 12 KOs) in a 10-round match. Opening the DAZN Broadcast, Bakersfield, California’s prime prospect and former Staff USA member Joel Iriarte (4-0, 4 KOs) will take part in a six-round light-weight occasion in opposition to a quickly to be introduced opponent.
Extra info on the preliminary undercard will probably be introduced within the upcoming weeks.
