Three-division world champion Fernando “Kochulito” Montiel (48-4-2, 37 KOs) will defend a WBC regional super bantamweight belt against Giovanni “Ruso” Caro (24-11-4, 19 KOs) on November 24 in the border city of Chihuahua in the Gimnasio Municipal Josue Neri Santos.
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Ivan Calderon Retires
Ivan “Iron Boy” Calderon, a 2000 Puerto Rican Olympian, announced his retirement on Monday at the Amelia Municipal Boxing Gym in his hometown of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Calderon, 37, won world titles in two weight classes before straw weight titlist Moises Fuentes knocked him out in the fifth round in a challenge for the title he once held.
“This was difficult because (boxing is) something I love, but I want to say that I’m doing this not because I’m old or tired. I’m doing this because I want to work with the kids and youth, bringing them my knowledge and tips,” Calderon said at a ceremony. “I want to be an example for all my fellow boxers that when it is time (to retire) it is time, no matter if we are rich or poor. The health is what matters. I want to thank all (the fans).”
Donaire Vs Arce on December 15th
Rumor is Nonito Donaire will defend his title against Mexican veteran Jorge Arce in Houston, Texas on December 15, 2012.
If he has problems with “El Ruso” then… maybe he should consider following Calderon’s lead. Montiel has had a great run, made his mark and will always be remembered as one of the better “little guys’ of his time.
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