Former world titlist Robeisy Ramirez (13-2, 8 KOs) needs one other shot on the title earlier than the top of the yr, however first, he’ll must get previous one other check within the featherweight division.
Ramirez, a Cuban two-time Olympic gold medalist, will return in opposition to Mexico’s Brandon Leon Benitez (21-2, 9 KOs) in a 10-round battle on Saturday, June 29, at James L. Knight Heart in Miami, Florida. Ramirez, the previous WBO featherweight beltholder, misplaced his title final December through majority resolution defeat to Rafael Espinoza.
Ramirez-Benitez will function the co-feature to the junior welterweight world title showdown between Ring champion and WBO titlist Teofimo Lopez (20-1, 13 KOs) and Canadian contender Steve Claggett (38-7-2, 26 KOs).
Robeisy Ramirez in coaching – Photograph by Mikey Williams/High Rank
The six-round televised opener will see middleweight prospect Nico Ali Walsh (10-1, 5 KOs) try and avenge his solely professional defeat in a rematch in opposition to Sona Akale (9-1, 4 KOs).
Teofimo-Claggett, Ramirez-Benitez, and Ali Walsh-Akale II might be broadcast LIVE on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. Sky Sports activities will broadcast the occasion within the UK and Eire. The cardboard might be promoted by High Rank, in affiliation with Eye of The Tiger.
Following a current coaching session in Las Vegas, Ramirez had mentioned that “getting my world title again is my mission proper now. All through my life and boxing profession, I’ve at all times used setbacks as motivation. This time isn’t any totally different.”
“I’ve approached this coaching camp with a renewed sense of accountability, seriousness, and nice psychological focus. I’ve integrated a variety of agility, velocity, and energy coaching routines which have challenged me greater than ever earlier than.”
“I simply need my loyal followers to know that this journey is way from over. I might be world champion earlier than the top of the yr, and this comeback might be legendary. So, get your tickets now and see you on June 29. ‘El Tren’ is again!”
A press launch by High Rank was used on this article.
