Unbeaten WBA Champion David O. Morrell Jr. Battles Undefeated Mario Cázares June 27th

Cruiserweight Knockout Artist Efetobor Apochi Takes On Fellow Unbeaten Brandon Glanton In Co-Principal Occasion Showdown

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Rising Tremendous Light-weight Omar Juárez Duels All Rivera In

Particular Attraction Opening Telecast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT

The published begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and options cruiserweight knockout artist Efetobor Apochi taking up fellow unbeaten Brandon Glanton within the 10-round co-main occasion, and rising tremendous light-weight contender Omar “El Relámpago” Juárez battling All Rivera in a 10-round attraction to kick off the telecast.

Now primarily based in and coaching out of Minneapolis, Morrell (4-0, 3 KOs) has proven off the prodigious abilities that made him a standout in Cuba’s iconic novice scene since arriving stateside in 2019. Earlier than being lately elevated, the 23-year-old captured an interim title by dominating then unbeaten Lennox Allen in motion on FOX in August 2020. Most lately, Morell delivered a third-round knockout over Mike Gavronski final December, in his first headlining look on FOX. Morrell will return to battle on the Armory in his adopted hometown for the second time, having beforehand stopped Yendriz Rodriguez in his professional debut on the venue in August 2019.

“As all the time, I’m grateful to my complete workforce for the chance to step into the ring as soon as once more at The Armory in Minneapolis,” stated Morrell. “This one is much more particular to me, as a result of it’s my first title protection in entrance of my new dwelling crowd in Minneapolis. I’m excited to really feel the vitality of the followers once more, and in opposition to an excellent opponent. We’ve labored exhausting, now it’s time to have enjoyable.”

Cázares (12-0, 5 KOs) delivered a career-best victory in his final outing, incomes a technical choice over former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., as all three judges had him forward on the playing cards when the battle was halted in spherical six. The 30-year-old turned professional in 2015 and added three victories to his ledger in 2019 earlier than triumphing over Chavez in September 2020. Preventing out of his native Baja California, Mexico, Cázares will make his U.S. debut on June 27.

“This battle is essential for my profession,” stated Cázares. “This sort of championship battle is what I’ve been working for. I undoubtedly respect Cuban boxing and the type of Morrell. He’s somebody with a number of expertise within the novice subject who’s now displaying it in skilled boxing. However I like being the underdog and coming into my opponent’s hometown. The followers in Minneapolis and watching on FOX and FOX Deportes are going to be in for a shock on June 27.”

A local of Nigeria who trains with famend coach Ronnie Shields in Texas, Apochi (11-0, 11 KOs) has knocked out all of his opponents since turning professional in 2016. The 33-year-old most lately blasted out a fellow unbeaten in April, as he dropped Deon Nicholson a number of occasions en path to a third-round stoppage. Apochi has racked up 5 victories for the reason that begin of 2019, together with spectacular knockouts of Earl Newman and Joe Jones.

“I’m excited to be again within the ring,” stated Apochi. “I got here to America for just one purpose: boxing. I’m all the time blissful to do the job, whether or not it’s coaching, sparring or some other exercise associated to boxing. I’ve a number of issues that I’m excited to point out, as a result of I haven’t proven every little thing but. Glanton referred to as me out as a result of he thinks he’s the actual deal. I can’t wait to make a idiot of him. I’m going to deliver the drama, the motion and the conflict. I’m able to show myself time and again. No cruiserweight can go the space with me. It’s not possible. Glanton is getting knocked out.”

The 29-year-old Glanton (13-0, 11 KOs) will face his hardest professional competitors to this point within the hard-hitting Apochi. Born in Atlanta and now residing in Riverside, California, Glanton picked up a pair of stoppage wins in 2020 forward of his 2021 debut June 27. After a powerful novice profession that included a fourth place end on the 2015 U.S. Olympic Trials, Glanton turned professional in 2017 and completed his first eight professional fights inside the space.

“I’m blissful to have gotten this chance, it’s been a very long time coming,” stated Glanton. “We all the time put together exhausting in camp to go up in opposition to the most effective opposition there may be to supply. The one factor that adjustments is the sufferer standing throughout the ring from me. On June 27, you may anticipate to see the most effective model of myself. As for my opponent, you may solely pray for him.”

Juárez (11-0, 5 KOs) continued his stand up the 140-pound division in April as he received his first 10-round battle, simply outpointing Elias Araujo on his method to a unanimous choice, kicking off his 2021 marketing campaign following 4 victories in 2020. Juárez has been lauded as a lot for his work outdoors the ring as he has for what he’s completed in it. After graduating highschool in his native Brownsville, Texas, the 21-year-old devoted himself to giving again to the state’s youth by way of motivational talking and obtained recognition from the Texas State Senate and the Texas Home of Representatives for his efforts.

“I’m so grateful for an additional alternative to showcase my expertise to everybody tuning in on FOX,” stated Juárez. “That is one other step up battle for me. Rivera has twice as many fights as me, so I do know he might be harmful due to that have. I simply really feel I’m on one other stage and I wish to show to everybody that I’m worthy of being checked out as a world-class fighter. I’ve taken my coaching to the subsequent stage and I’m getting higher with every battle. My confidence is at an all-time excessive and I can’t wait to throw down on June 27.”

Preventing out of Santa Rosa, Philippines, Rivera (21-5, 18 KOs) returns to motion after dropping a choice to two-division champion Rances Barthelemy in January on FOX. The 28-year-old has received 4 of his final six contests, together with a 12-round choice victory over Rodel Wenceslao in 2020. Rivera will battle within the U.S. for the third time as a professional on June 27, having additionally confronted proficient prospect Malik Hawkins. He has proven the flexibility to bounce again from adversity earlier than, having put collectively a 10-fight successful streak following a loss in his professional debut in 2011.

“I’m prepared for my return to the ring,” stated Rivera. “This time, there might be no excuses. Every thing I do from this level on is my journey to greatness. Omar Juárez higher be prepared for conflict, as a result of I’m going to provide him every little thing he can deal with.”