Out of all of the venues across the country there are few that would feasibly be able to host a boxing match, and as such many are consigned to the few rings set up around the country, repurposed convention centres and community centres. There’s one type of popular boxing venue that rises head and shoulders above the rest in terms of matching the glittering, nail-biting flavour that boxing exudes, however; the casino. There’s loads of upcoming bouts taking place in casinos this time of the year- here are some of those we’re looking forward most to.
Khan vs. Alexander
Taking place on Saturday December the 13th at the MGM Grand in Vegas, this fight is set to be a blisteringly exciting one, featuring two huge names in the boxing world, Amir Khan and Devon Alexander. Khan’s exploits are well known; a two time world champion having won the WBA, WBA (Super) and IBF Light Welterweight titles, Khan, who hails from Bolton, England, has had a glittering career that began spectacularly when a 17 year old Khan became the youngest ever Olympic boxing medallist. Facing Khan is Devon Alexander, another star in the field who is a similar WBC and IBF Light Welterweight Champ. The 27 year old American from St. Louis is known as “Alexander the Great”, and for good reason- his early career formed a winning streak that could rival the ancient general!
Tamayo vs. Cuellar
On Saturday the 20th of December the Little Creek Casino Resort at Shelton, Washington will be hosting the battle between Ruben Tamayo and Jesus Marcelo Andres Cuellar. Argentine Cuellar, the current interim WBA Featherweight Champion, has a 25-1 winning ratio, compared to Mexican southpaw Tamayo’s 25-4. If you’re thinking of watching this fight why not take advantage of the casino surroundings and add a little more excitement to the proceedings; make sure to get online on www.JackpotCityCasino.com to perfect your skills before this big weekend!
Maicela vs. Perez
Coming to the Chumash Casino Resort at Santa Ynez, California on January 9th, Lightweight contenders Johnathan Maicelo and Darleys Perez will be locking gloves in what’s set to be a wonderfully entertaining fight. Columbian fighter Perez currently is 31-1 with 20 knockouts, compared to Peuvian Maicelo’s 21-1 with 12 knockouts. These two are some of the world’s top lightweight fighters, and as such both are reported to be positively salivating over the prospect of a win. Don’t miss this one!
