MMA and Boxing news 3/9/08
Samuel Peter let out a joyous cry as he left the Mexican bullfighting ring with the WBC heavyweight title belt draped over his hulking shoulders. The Nigerian Nightmare had finally achieved his sweetest dream, winning his first championship after years as a promising prospect. He did it with no matador theatrics - just the blistering punches that make him the heavyweight division’s most exciting coming attraction.
Rashad Evans, who replaces the injured Mauricio “Shogun” Rua, will challenge Chuck Liddell in the main event at UFC 85 on June 7.
Robert “Buzz” Berry ruined Ken Shamrock’s Cage Rage debut on Saturday.
Nate Campbell won a stunning split decision over Juan Diaz on Saturday night, battering the previously unbeaten lightweight champion and claiming his three title belts.
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March 28th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
Ramirez is promoting the first boxing event scheduled at Harrah’ s Prairie Band Casino at 7 p. m. in the Great Lakes Ballroom. Some 900 seats are available, and Ramirez is counting on Junction City’ s David Medina to attract the bulk of the crowd.