Media Workout
The boxing world is heating up as the year comes to a close. This Tuesday, November 17, three top fighters will step into the spotlight for a special Las Vegas media workout. WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara leads the pack. Undefeated phenom Emiliano “El General” Vargas and super lightweight contender Omar “El Relámpago” Juarez will also showcase their skills. These athletes are preparing for massive December showdowns that fans will not want to miss.
Event Schedule and Las Vegas Location
Media members and boxing insiders will gather at the Radiant Brand Complex in Las Vegas. The gym is located at 4301 S Valley View Blvd, Unit 20, Las Vegas, NV 89103. The action officially kicks off in the early afternoon, giving reporters a close look at each fighter’s training camp.
- 12:30 p.m. PT: Media Arrival
- 1:00 p.m. PT: Emiliano Vargas hits the ring
- 1:30 p.m. PT: Omar Juarez showcases his speed
- 1:45 p.m. PT: Erislandy Lara closes out the workout
Erislandy Lara vs. Tim Tszyu: A High-Stakes Clash in Australia
Erislandy Lara is getting ready for a massive title defense overseas. The Cuban middleweight champion will battle Australian superstar and former world champion Tim Tszyu. This main event takes place on Saturday, December 12 (U.S. date and time). Fans can stream the fight live on DAZN in an event presented by Premier Boxing Champions directly from Australia. Because both fighters bring elite skills to the ring, this matchup promises fireworks from the opening bell.
Emiliano Vargas and Omar Juarez Shine on December 5
Before Lara heads to Australia, Emiliano Vargas and Omar Juarez will fight on Saturday, December 5. Both super lightweight contenders are featured on the Benavidez vs. Cieslak pay-per-view card at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Specifically, Vargas will compete in a 10-round super lightweight bout on the main PPV card, while Juarez will shine on the preliminary card. You can watch this PBC Pay-Per-View event on DAZN via Prime Video starting at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT.
Inside the Massive Benavidez vs. Cieslak Fight Card
The December 5 event marks a huge homecoming for undefeated Mexican star David “El Monstruo” Benavidez. The unified WBA and WBO Cruiserweight World Champion will face WBC Cruiserweight World Champion Michal Cieslak in a high-risk unification bout. In the co-main event, unbeaten powerhouse Vergil Ortiz Jr. takes on former unified world champion Keith “One Time” Thurman in a 12-round middleweight clash.
In addition to Vargas and Juarez, two other rising stars will step into the ring on the pay-per-view broadcast:
- Nikita Tszyu: The undefeated Australian star makes his U.S. debut in an eight-round super welterweight fight.
- Marco “El Tiburón” Romero: The rising middleweight prospect opens the night in an eight-round bout.
How to Get Tickets and Watch the Action
Tickets for the Glendale event are on sale right now. Fans can secure their seats directly through Ticketmaster.com.Sampson Boxing and TGB Promotions promote the event, while Golden Boy Promotions co-promotes the Ortiz vs.Thurman clash. Meanwhile, Top Rank co-promotes the Emiliano Vargas bout, and No Limit Boxing joins the Rose Brothers to co-promote Nikita Tszyu’s fight.
