An unbeaten prospect and an newbie standout making his professional debut will battle on September 21, CBN Promotions introduced Thursday.
Middleweight Blazen Rocili, who’s of Filipino descent, and junior bantamweight Terry Washington will battle in separate bouts, towards fighters to be decided, at Thunder Studios in Lengthy Seaside, California.
Each four-round fights will likely be a part of the CBN Promotions card that can stream dwell throughout a number of platforms, together with Fubo Sports activities, Fox Deportes, Stadium, Grey TV (9:30 p.m. ET/ 6:30 p.m. PT), and on tape delay by Estrella TV.
“The Filipino neighborhood in Los Angeles ought to completely come out to see this child battle,” mentioned Alex Camponovo, who’s the President of CBN Promotions. “It’s uncommon to see a Filipino boxer of Blazen’s dimension, and he’s an absolute expertise. He’s somebody you don’t need to miss.
Terry Washington – Photograph courtesy of CBN Promotions
“‘Horrible’ Terry Washington is (additionally) a particular expertise, and we’re excited to have him make his skilled debut with us. His accomplishments converse for themselves, and we imagine he’s going to be a reputation everybody will keep in mind within the sport for years to return.”
Rocili (6-0, 5 knockouts), who resides in Waipahu, Hawaii, final fought on April 20 of final 12 months, stopping Zamir Younger within the third spherical. In his earlier battle in April 2022, Rocili defeated Matt Perez by majority determination.
The 22-year-old will likely be combating for the primary time in Southern California, the place numerous Filipino-People reside. Rocili hopes to make up for misplaced time during the last a number of months, desperate to showcase his abilities and assert himself within the middleweight division.
“I’ve been itching to get again within the ring,” mentioned Rocili, who appears to be like to comply with within the footsteps of his favourite fighter, Filipino nice Manny Pacquiao. “After an extended layoff, I really feel stronger, extra targeted, and able to present everybody the enhancements I’ve made. I’m decided to hold the torch for Filipino boxing. Following within the footsteps of legends like Manny Pacquiao is a dream, and I imagine I’ve what it takes to be the subsequent large star. This battle will likely be well worth the wait.”
“Combating in California, particularly for the primary time, is an honor. I need to personally invite all my Filipino brothers and sisters to return out and help. Having the Filipino neighborhood behind me means all the pieces. I’m excited to carry out in entrance of a brand new crowd and I plan to make them proud. A win right here will push me nearer to the place I have to be. It’s just the start of an extended journey, and each victory brings me one step nearer to my final objective.”
Rocili is skilled by Richard Barrientes and managed by Andrew Bocanegra, who’s the President of Boxing VIP.
Washington, who lives and trains within the Southern California part of the Inland Empire, was a 2024 Olympic Trial champion, who was awarded the ‘Most Excellent Boxer’ on the Olympic Trials. He additionally captured a gold medal on the 2024 World Invitational Worldwide.
After a profitable newbie profession, Washington hopes to make a reputation for himself as a prizefighter.
“Combating on a CBN Promotions card, particularly one which’s televised, is an unbelievable alternative,” mentioned Washington. “I’m grateful for the platform to showcase my abilities to a wider viewers proper from the beginning of my profession. My final objective is to turn out to be a world champion, and it is a first step. I’m able to put within the work and do no matter it takes to succeed in the highest.”
“Terry is the actual deal, and anybody who involves see him battle on September 21 is in for a deal with,” mentioned Ian Franklin, who trains and manages Washington. “He’s acquired the talents, the facility, and the drive to go all the way in which on this sport. This child has been destined for greatness from day one. It’s his time to shine.”
Francisco A. Salazar has written for The Ring since October 2013 and has coated boxing in Southern California and overseas since 2000. Francisco additionally covers boxing for the Ventura County (California) Star newspaper. He will be reached at [email protected]
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