The rivalry between Panama and the United States has many chapters but one of the most important and most historic was when Roberto “Hands of Stone” Duran surpassed the champion and Olympic medalist Sugar Ray Leonard in Canada on June 20th, 1980. This is mentioned because of the clash between Panama and the USA while at the same time keeping the respect for these two incomparable legends in the world of boxing.
This new chapter will have to be written by Ricardo “Scientist” Nunez when he faces the American Gervonta “Tank” Davis on Saturday in dispute of the super championship of the 130 pound class of the WBA.
Both Nunez and Davis have already issued many statements throughout their respective camps but they had not seen each other face to face until Thursday, when they met the last promotional conference before the fight.
The press conference was held under good parameters and was a little spicy. Davis was in his position as a local fighter while promising a great show and triumph to his people while Nunez committed 100 percent to take the victory to Panama.
The first to interact with the press was the Panamanian challenger, who said: “I respect the champion, but I have been prepared to take that victory, moreover, we have an almost similar career and power in my fists.”
On the motivation and confidence he has to beat Davis, the so-called “Scientist” said: “Not many days ago my second daughter was born, that will motivate me to win.”
As for what Baltimore fans can expect from his presentation, he added: “I come to give a great show, in the ring anything can happen, so you have to be prepared for anything. What I can say is that the fight will not reach the decision.”
Gervonta Davis’s turn was quieter than normal, despite being on home turf, and he emphasized the great show that his fans will see.
“I thank Nunez for taking the fight, I’m prepared for anything and just like he has family and children I am not going to give anything away,” said the champion with his turn at the the microphone.
“He is talking about coming for the win, I just tell him to be prepared for what is coming, because I am prepared for everything,” Davis added.
“This fight is historic for what it represents for me and my community,” concluded the hometown fighter.
In addition to the importance of combat, it should be noted that it will be the first time in 33 years of boxing that the Showtime network makes a transmission from Baltimore.
Before consummating the statements provided and complying with regulations, they must climb onto the scales this Friday at 3:00 p.m. local time.
This event that is presented by the promoters TGB and Mayweather Promotions will host the Royal Farms Arena with a maximum capacity of 14 thousand fans, which will also receive the fight between Panamanian Jezreel “Invisible” Corrales and Ladarius “Memphis” Miller, in brawl agreed at 135 pounds and 10 rounds.
