On April 29, in Arlington (USA), a duel will take place between the holder of the WBA World welterweight title (up to 66.7 kg) Lithuanian Emantas Stanyonis (14-0, 9 KOs) and 100% American knockout Virgil Ortis (19- 0.19 KO).
Today, the fight, which will be broadcast on DAZN, was officially announced.
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“Virgil asked for this fight, so here we are,” Eimantas said. – There is a feeling that this will be a special fight. We have mutual respect, like athletes, but do not doubt that this will be an absolute war.
“I am overjoyed and aware that we are finally here – fighting for the world title,” Ortiz generously shares his positive feelings. “The work we’ve done in and out of the ring and the obstacles we’ve gone through have brought us to this point. Stanionis is a tough fighter with a lot of power and I know we will put on a good show.”
Recall that this fight was originally scheduled for March 18, but was postponed due to sudden health problems of the champion.
Source: https://vringe.com/news/162713-absolyutnaya-voyna-stanyenis-ortis-podelilis-ozhidaniyami.htm?rand=141343
