As BoxingScene.com beforehand reported, prime heavyweight contender Otto Wallin will return to motion for his first battle of 2023, as he takes on Mexico’s Helaman Olguin in an eight-round battle this Friday, January 27 from Castleton Banquet & Convention Middle in Windham, New Hampshire. Wallin, who’s promoted by Salita Promotions and who owns the WBO No. 3 and WBC No. 9 rankings, will look to remain sharp as he seeks a marquee matchup this 12 months.
“I really feel nice heading into this battle,” mentioned Wallin. “My coaching has been going nice and I’ve performed a variety of good sparring main as much as this battle. I’m excited to be combating in New Hampshire and may’t wait to step into the ring.
“I can’t overlook Olguin, who is an efficient fighter, however I don’t assume he’s on my stage. I do know that I can compete and win towards any heavyweight on the earth, and I’ll make it possible for I present why on Friday evening.”
Wallin (24-1, 14 KOs) added two wins to his ledger in 2022, following up a unanimous determination in February over Kamil Sokolowski with a dominant determination over the at all times powerful Rydell Booker in Might.
“Otto trains his tail off twice a day, six days per week, nearly year-round,” mentioned Zach Levin, Wallin’s supervisor. “He can’t wait to show himself towards the perfect on the earth. Whereas he waits for that chance to current itself, he’s getting ready for Olguin just like the consummate skilled that he’s. He’s grinding and never wanting previous Olguin. On January 27, Otto’s world class expertise can be on full show and the followers in attendance will know they’ve been handled to one thing completely different.”
Since then Wallin has stayed prepared within the fitness center, and after shifting on from negotiations to face former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, will step again into the ring trying to present once more why he’s a prime 10 heavyweight on the earth.
“Otto Wallin is probably the most averted and feared fighter within the heavyweight division,” mentioned Dmitriy Salita, President of Salita Promotions. “He’s staying lively, sharp and bettering with each battle. Fights like this present how a lot of a dedicated fighter Otto actually is. As an alternative of ready round for an enormous battle, he’s honing his craft. We’re wanting ahead to a powerful efficiency and an enormous 2023 forward.”