Martin Rogan’s sensational win over Matt Skelton to capture the Commonwealth Heavyweight Title will be replayed on Wednesday, March 4, on BBC 1 Northern Ireland. Jim Neilly will describe the best of the action from a contest considered one of the best heavyweight bouts in more than a decade as part of a specially extended “Season Ticket” documentary – The Breen Team – about the gym where Rogan learned his trade.
The programme starts at 10:45pm on BBC 1 Northern Ireland
The heavy-handed Belfast star hit the headlines with his amazing upset victory at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham where he stopped Skelton in the eleventh round of a brutal and exciting fight.
Now fans who missed the action can see what Promoter Frank Warren has described as the best heavyweight fight he had seen in 15 years.
The 37-year-old’s fairytale story from Belfast cabbie to champion has captured the hearts of the public. Although unbeaten, Rogan shot to prominence by winning the inaugural Prizefighter tournament last year and then really hit the big-time when he beat Olympic Champion Audley Harrison to set up his showdown against Skelton.
Rogan, who is now looking towards a glorious homecoming fight for the vacant European title in May, said, “It was absolutley tremedous to be involved in a fight like that and I’m so happy that it will be show again by BBC Northern Ireland for even more people to enjoy. Skelton was a very hard man, the best I have been in with, but I said to myself there was no way I was going to lose this fight and I wanted to bring the title back home with me. It’s probably going to be more painful watching the fight the second time round!”
Dmitriy returns to the ring!!!
Message from Dmitriy
“I am thrilled to get back in the ring and excited about getting a title shot soon, as I became WBA #1 rated Jr. Welterweight in the world and a mandatory challenger for the World Championship. I am focused on my next assignment on April 2nd. I have already begun my preparations at the training camp in the Poconos. I am in great shape and am working extremely hard to put on a great show on April 2.
Andrea Kotelnik, I congratulate you on your WBA World Championship title defense victory on February 7th. Now let’s give the fans what they have been waiting for, and give me a shot at your title. I hope your rib is healed and your heart is strong for the challenge. I look forward to seeing you soon inside the ring.” Dmitriy Salita
Roy Jones Jr., Square Ring Promotions
Dmitiry is a top contender and has what it takes to be a world champion. He is one of the brightest and most talented prospects in boxing. As a breath of fresh air that the sport needs, I expect great things from Dmitriy in the upcoming year. He will be getting his shot at the title very soon, and his fans now have the opportunity to show their support and see him perfect his style for a reasonable price. Dmitriy’s show will have a number of other local fighters and promises to be an action packed night of boxing.
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Comanche Boy Returns to Ring March 13!
Friday, March 13, undefeated NABC Super Middleweight Champion, “The Comanche Boy” George Tahdooahnippah (17-0-1, 16 KO) steps back into the ring as the Main Event at the First Council Casino, Newkirk, OK against Jerry Perez of Rosenburg, TX. “This is my third fight in ’09, and I am nearing my first goal of 20-0. I will not be denied come March 13th. I treat every fight the same, no matter who it is. I am preparing as if it’s the hardest fight of my life,” exclaimed Tahdooahnippah. “2009 will be the year people say, “Have you seen this Comanche kid fight?” “I have been on point. My training and conditioning is superb. I am on a mission to put my Native American people on the map in boxing!”
First Council Casino, catBOX Entertainment and C3 Fights have joined forces to present an unbeatable night of PROFESSIONAL BOXING on Friday, March, 13, 2009, under the all new EvenTTent situated next to First Council Casino in Newkirk, Oklahoma. Known as the eighth wonder of the entertainment world, the EvenTTent is a 30,000 square foot traveling venue, both heated and air conditioned. The fights start at 8:00. Doors open at 6:30.
Tickets are $25.00. To purchase tickets call the casino box office at (580) 448-3015 or visit www.comancheboy.com for more info.