Showing posts with label Vic Darchinyan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vic Darchinyan. Show all posts

Sunday, 22 January 2012

Vic Darchinyan vs Shinsuke Yamanaka Contracts Finalised for WBC Title

Seeking the best possible fights on the planed, former multiple world champion, Vic "Raging Bull" Darchinyan (37-4-1, 27 KOs) has finalized his negotiations to challenge Japan's undefeated WBC bantamweight titlist, Shinsuke Yamanaka (15-0-2, 11 KOs).

Promoter Gary Shaw stated, "Contracts have been signed, sealed and delivered. The fight is finalized and will take place in Tokyo, Japan sometime in April. Nothing makes me more proud than having a throwback fighter like Darchinyan, who will take risks and step in the ring with anyone, anywhere. Yamanaka will be defending his belt in his native land so Vic's got to go in there and put it on him. I believe Darchinyan's power punching style will lead him to victory."

Darchinyan, an elite fighter in the flyweight and super flyweight divisions went on to say, "I'm extremely pleased with the WBC's decision to give me another title shot. I've fought and defended the WBC title with honor and pride. I love everything the WBC stands for because I believe they know I'm a true warrior and will leave everything in the ring when I go to battle. My gratitude to José Sulaimán is everlasting because he's always been there for me throughout my career. Capturing a world championship in three divisions has been a goal of mine since I won my first belt. I know I have what it takes to be champion at bantamweight."

Having traveled the globe from Australia to America and now Japan, Darchinyan must be recognized as one of boxing's most respected fighters. A Hall of Fame career is fast approaching should he continue his march toward a treasured third world title in as many divisions.

Shaw went on to say, "There's no doubt about it, Vic is a future Hall of Famer. In his era, he fought the best that was out there. He's never been in a boring fight. His style has always been crowd pleasing and you'll never see any quit in him, ever. He'll get my vote for the Hall of Fame when that time comes. Vic's got plenty of fight left in him and come April, you'll know why he's one of the best prize fighters of his time."

In a quest to capture a world championship on foreign land, Darchinyan has a difficult task in front of him. Most fighters at the elite level would never take that gamble.

Shaw continued, "You have to give Darchinyan a ton of credit for taking this fight in Japan. Not many fighters will travel overseas to fight for a world title. He's given his heart and soul to this sport and I applaud the WBC for recognizing his soldier spirit."

Saturday, 3 December 2011

Anselmo Moreno Too Good For Darchinyan

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Photo by Tom Casino/SHOWTIME

Anselmo Moreno has retained his WBA Super World Bantamweight title with a 12 round unanimous decision over Australian, Vic Darchinyan (116-111, 117-110, 120-107).

Darchinyan came forward early stalking Moreno and did enough to take the opening round but Moreno with the reach advantage dominated the fight and his flashy footwork and good evasive skills made Darchinyan miss and became continually frustrated.

Darchinyan was deducted a point in round 4 for a none-boxing move but in the end it didn't matter as Moreno was too strong for the Australian.

After the fight Moreno told Showtime announcer, "I was a little nervous, but Vic was a stupid fighter." When asked about a fight with the Agbeko vs Mares winner he said, "I have always wanted to fight either of them." Darchinyan said, "I started rushing in, and couldn't land anything."

Friday, 2 December 2011

Weights: Darchinyan 117.75lbs vs Moreno 118lbs

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12 Rounds-WBA Super World Bantamweight Title
Anselmo “Chemito” Moreno: 118lbs
Vic “The Raging Bull” Darchinyan: 117.75lbs

Wednesday, 30 November 2011

Darchinyan vs Moreno Final Press Conference Quotes

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ANSELMO MORENO

“I am happy to be fighting in the United States. It was always a dream to fight here for the biggest promoter in the world.

“I’m looking forward to showing my intelligence and style of boxing to the fans at the arena and watching on television.

“I’m here to make a name for myself and to make a huge statement.”

VIC DARCHINYAN

“I want to thank everybody who helped get me on this card, including my promoter, Gary Shaw, and it is always nice to be back on SHOWTIME again.

“Moreno doesn’t come to make exciting fights. He likes to move and grab and just wants to do enough to win a round. He’s scared to get hit. I’m going to do what I do best and show my skills and fight smart, but I’m not going to mess around. I’ll jump on him and pressure him like no one he’s ever fought before and I’m going to try and knock him out in the first round.

“I will destroy him. I can’t see this fight going the distance. You’ll like what you see. I’m here to bring the excitement.

“Mares and Agbeko say they are moving up to 122 after this fight. After this fight, I would love to fight Mares at 122.’’

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