PLUS! FORMER WORLD CHAMPION
LAYLA “AMAZING” MCCARTER IN THE CO-MAIN ATTRACTION
Thursday, January 17 from MGM Grand Garden Arena
Tickets available Monday, January 14 at 10 a.m.
LAS VEGAS
(January 10, 2019) – Just two days before the Manny Pacquiao vs. Adrien
Broner showdown, Mayweather Promotions is gifting the fans with the
opportunity to enjoy a complimentary night of boxing with the
presentation of Thursday Night Fights on January 17 headlined by Las
Vegas fan favorite, Cameron “Suave” Krael (14-13-3, 3KOs) who will kick
off his 2019 return to the ring from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las
Vegas. The event is set to take place on Thursday, Jan. 17.
Krael has made a name for himself and has become a Las Vegas fan
favorite, as he’s faced tough competition over the course of his career
where everything hasn’t always gone his way. He’s proven his resilience
in the sport and has continued to stay dedicated to perfecting his craft
and advancing his career. This appearance marks Krael’s return to the
ring after earning a unanimous decision victory over Mexico’s Jose
Borrego back in September of last year.
“Training has been great, and I feel strong and ready to go get the job
done,” shared Krael. “I have a family to feed so I’m ready to go and
hunt.”
The night’s co-feature will see Mayweather Promotions’ eight-time, five
division world champion, Layla “Amazing” McCarter (42-13-5, 5 KOs), who
will look to continue her current win streak when she steps in the ring
on fight night.
“This fight was made on short notice, but I am prepared and ready,” says
McCarter. “Reynoso has never been dropped or stopped, but she has never
fought me. I’d like to end it early.”
Further undercard action features Mayweather Promotions’ rising talent
who will battle in action in separate bouts including hard-hitting super
middleweight contender Lanell “KO” Bellows (18-3-2, 11 KOs), undefeated
former Olympian Richardson Hitchins (6-0, 3 KOs), unbeaten super
featherweight prospect Andres “Savage” Cortes (9-0, 5 KOs), talented New
Jersey native Dylan “The Real Dyl” Price (7-0, 5 KOs), unbeaten
knockout artist Rolando “Rollies” Romero (6-0, 5 KOs), and cruiserweight
prospect Viddal Riley (1-0).
“What better way to kick-off the new year than to be back at the place
that we consider our home,” said Leonard Ellerbe, CEO of Mayweather
Promotions. “Having this platform to showcase our up-and-coming talent
ahead of the Pacquiao vs. Broner event that is taking place on January
19 is a bonus for these fighters and I’m confident that they will all
come ready to put on a show for fans in attendance on January 17.”
Tickets to Thursday Night Fights, promoted by Mayweather Promotions, are
complimentary to fans and will be available at the MGM Grand Garden
Arena Box Office beginning Monday, Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. Entry to the event
will require a ticket. Tickets are limited and will be distributed
based on availability with a limit of four per person on a first-come,
first-served basis. Visit: MayweatherPromotions.com for more
information.
Cameron “Suave” Krael (14-13-3, 3 KOs) recently picked up the biggest
victory of his career thus far when he triumphed over top super
lightweight prospect Jose Borrego via unanimous decision where he
showcased his talent in a 10-round all-out brawl in the main event on
September 22 of last year. The 25-year old is always prepared take care
of business in the ring. Focused and determined, Krael won’t allow
anything to derail him in his ascension to becoming a top contender in
the Super Lightweight division. He’s is an explosive fighter, with a
tough chin, and has gained his experience through the tough competition
that he has encountered.
Fighting of Las Vegas, Nev., former world champion Layla “Amazing”
McCarter (42-13-5, 11KOs) will return to the ring in Las Vegas after her
most recent victory on June 16, 2018 where she defeated Eva Bajic by
unanimous decision. At 39 years of age, McCarter is feeling stronger
than ever and prepared for battle. Her extended resume has earned her
multiple recognitions including in 2013 where she was awarded by the
Golden State Boxers Association and inducted into their Hall of Fame. In
2016 she was considered Ring magazines 10th best female
boxer of all time. The Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame also recognized
McCarter in 2017 as the Women’s Pro Boxer of the Year.
