The official announcement press conference for the April 9th “Action Heroes” PPV was held yesterday. Featuring Maidana vs. Morales, Guerrero vs. Katsidis, Wright vs. Macklin and more, it’s a deep card with a lot of exciting fighters. Take a look at what the fighters had to say as they prepare for their respective bouts.
ERIK MORALES, Five-Time & Three-Division World Champion
“I’m back because I want to be back and I’m ready. Other opponents were offered to me, but Maidana is a great opponent for me and who I want to fight.
“I’ve had a chance to rest and I’m ready to be a champion again.
“Why shouldn’t I come back? I didn’t deserve to go out like I did. I have goals to reach. With hard work and dedication, I know I will reach them.
“I can’t think of anyone [in boxing] who is technically better than me.”
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MARCOS MAIDANA, Former World Champion
“I’m proud to be here facing Erik Morales. Beating a legend like him would help me build myself up to where I want to be.
“I have a lot of anger in me. I want to knock out my opponent. It’s what a have to do.
“I don’t think he will be able to withstand my pressure. I didn’t ask for the fight, Morales did and I accepted.”
WINKY WRIGHT, Former Undisputed Junior Middleweight World Champion.
“I’m training hard and pushing hard because I want to give fans the best Winky Wright on April 9.
“I am not going to lie and say getting back in the gym has been easy. It has been a challenge getting back into running, boxing and strength training. However, come April 9, I have no doubt in my mind I will be ready.”
ROBERT GUERRERO, Former Two-Division and Three-Time World Champion
“I know Katsidis is going to come at me and keep punching, but I’m going to be ready for him.
“He has the heart of a lion and I’m going to fire back with everything I’ve got when we engage.
“A win against a great fighter like Katsidis will open up huge doors for me. This is the fight that is going to catapult me into bigger fights. I’m going to get the job done April 9.
“The fans can expect bombs to explode when Katsidis and I step in the ring.
“I believe this fight will be the fight of the night.”
OSCAR DE LA HOYA, President, Golden Boy Promotions
“This fight is called ‘Action Heroes’ because everyone on the card comes to fight and puts on a great show. The name fits perfectly.
“On this card you have three very exciting, action-packed fights. You can’t say that any of the guys on the card don’t show up to fight.
“You know when Morales is in the ring, it’s going to be an exciting fight. I can’t even think of a boring fight he’s been in.
“We are excited because we have a legend fighting on this card against another great warrior. Morales and Maidana never surrender.”
SEBASTIAN CONTURSI, Maidana’s Advisor
“When you have two guys who are quiet, with those glaring eyes, that’s when you have to be nervous.
“Erik Morales should be careful what he wishes for. Maidana is coming to fight.”
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