Boxing tonight sees the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip as the Nevada fight hotspot produces a terrific show on Amazon Prime Video.
The PBC promotion has super-middleweight stars Caleb Plant (23-2) and Jermall Charlo (33-0) effectively fighting in semi-final bouts – they both win, a fall showdown between the pair is highly likely.
Both men have tricky assignments on a show that will take place at the Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
TV start time and schedule
Those bouts involving Plant and Charlo headline a four-fight segment on Prime Video. Things get under way at 8pm Eastern Time (5pm Pacific). That is 1am Sunday in the UK and 2am Sunday CET.
It’s expected that ring walks for the Charlo and Plant bouts will start around 10pm Eastern (7pm Pacific). That is 3am Sunday in the UK and 4am CET.
- Caleb Plant vs Armando Resendiz
- Jermall Charlo vs Thomas ‘Cornflake’ LaManna
- Kyrone Davis vs Yoenli Feliciano Hernandez
- Isaac ‘La Bestia’ Lucero vs Omar Valenzuela
How to watch live and free
Like we said, the bout will go down on Amazon Prime Video as part of the streaming platform’s deal with Al Haymon’s PBC (Premier Boxing Champions). It’s not a PPV show so is available free of charge to existing US subscribers.
Also Amazon will often have a free trial option, which means you could sign up for that and get this bout free of charge even if you’re a new customer.
What the fighters said
Caleb Plant (23-2)
“It feels good to be back on the big stage. My team put in a lot of work and left no stone unturned and that’s gonna show on Saturday.
“I’m looking to put on a show. This is a big moment for Armando, but it’s big for me too. I have a lot on the line. He may have nothing to lose, but I’ve got everything to lose. I sacrificed a lot and you’re gonna see it in the ring.
“I’m a competitor and I’m a winner. I’ve been a winner my whole life. Regardless of whatever I’ve done, that’s not what wakes me up in the morning.
“At this point in my career, I’m a complete fighter. Whether its inside, outside or midrange, I have great legs and great feet. Whatever he decides to do, we’ll be right there with him, but levels above. We’re gonna show him there’s levels to this.
“Experience plays a big factor in every fight and that’s something that I’ve had. I’ve faced the best in the sport. I’m the biggest and baddest dude he’s ever fought.
“You’re gonna be hearing ‘And still’, and it’s gonna be in impressive fashion. So make sure you tune in.”
Armando Resendiz (15-2)
“This has me so motivated and happy that I can’t even express how excited I am. My team has gone above and beyond and I’m feeling like the best version of myself.
“I don’t care what Caleb says. I’m just focused on myself. I’m gonna speak with my fists when that bell rings.
“Caleb is right that I have nothing to lose. But I have a lot to fight for too. I just announced yesterday that I’m gonna be a father for the first time. So I’m fighting for more than just myself.
“I’m going to listen to my corner, be disciplined and do whatever it takes to win. I know what I have to do in order to get the victory.
“The fight will show me how I have to approach Caleb. I have a lot of strategies past plan A. If I have to be in a brawl, I will. All that matters is that I get the win.
“He’s the toughest opponent of my life and that motivates me. I want to represent my people and give everyone a great show. I can’t wait for Saturday night.”
Jermall Charlo (33-0)
“If he makes the wrong move, makes a miscalculation, or gets just a little too close, then I’m gonna knock his ass clean out.
“I feel the energy and the energy is great right now. I’m thankful to my whole team that’s stood by me. I’m ready to showcase my talent and give you all the old Jermall Charlo.
“Las Vegas is like a second home to me. I’ve got a lot of friends and family here and I’m happy to be back. There’s no other place like Las Vegas.
“I’m moving up to 168 because the competition is better. I’m not overlooking LaManna, but there are other fighters I can face in this division that would solidify my legacy. But right now I’m focused on getting wins and getting to the next level. I’m always learning and enjoying the sport.
“I don’t know if he’s trying to intimidate me. I wouldn’t expect nothing less than for him to be locked in. He knows who he’s up against.”
Thomas LaManna (39-5-1)
“This is my last opportunity at greatness. It’s been a long journey for me and now I get to test my skills against a two-division world champion. Come Saturday night, we’re gonna shock the world.
“I know the show is based around Caleb and Jermall, but I’m here to do my part. I’m gonna upset the apple cart. Let’s let these fights happen.
“I’m real locked in. I know what I’m up against, so I had to train my ass off. I’ve been training like that for six months.
“Every fighter when you turn pro wants to fight in Las Vegas. Seeing my picture on the billboards is an honor. It means everything to me.
“I’m gonna shock the world by any means. That’s the only thing we’re coming to do.”
Yoenli Feliciano Hernandez
“This is one of the biggest cards of the year and I can’t wait to perform. I’m here to win, there’s nothing else.
“I’m not gonna underestimate anybody. I’m ready for any challenge that comes my way. Let’s see what he’s capable of. I hope he can withstand what I’m bringing.
“I’m prepared for what’s coming my way. I’m excited to perform and show everyone what I’m capable of.
“There’s gonna be an easy knockout coming. I don’t know what round it’ll be in, but I know that I’m getting the knockout.”
Kyrone Davis
“I’m coming here to put on a show. I’m used to being in this position, so being the underdog is not a big deal to me.
“Hernandez is good and that’s what we wanted. We want to face the best and that’s what we’re gonna keep doing until I get my shot at the title. Enjoy the fireworks on Saturday night.
“What he’s talking about now doesn’t matter. If he has what it takes, he’ll have what it takes. I’ve faced a lot of great fighters. I know he’s gonna give it his all, but we’ll see if it’s enough.
“There is a lot that’s gonna go into me winning this fight. I don’t care about what he’s done or where he’s from. You don’t win fights on paper. All that matters is what happens when that bell rings.
Isaac Lucero
“I’m so excited that we were able to make this fight happen. I can’t wait for people to get to know what I’m capable of.
“I have prepared better than I ever have in my life for this fight, and I hope Omar is equally prepared so that we can give the fans the action they deserve. We’re coming to steal the show.
“There’s gonna be dynamite in the ring on Saturday night because I’m gonna knock this guy out. That’s what I’m coming to do.
“Bob Santos is such a pro and he’s instilled so many things in me both inside and outside of the gym. He preaches about how discipline is key and that’s something that I’ve loved to experience throughout training camp. I’m going to use that to win on Saturday.”
Omar Valenzuela
“I’m very thankful to be here and pumped up for this opportunity. I’m glad that everyone is going to see this great performance on Saturday night.
“Las Vegas has been home to many memorable bouts and you’re gonna get another one on Saturday. It’s gonna be two Mexican fighters going hand to hand until someone wins. He’s got nowhere to hide.
“We’re both gonna give it our all, but I’m gonna come out with my hand raised. There’s no doubt about it.
“I know that Lucero comes into the ring well prepared. I’m gonna face this challenge head on and be ready for whatever comes my way.”
