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| 9TH OCTOBER 2009 |
Elomar-Kickett Fight Marred by Ring Riot
Fri 7-Nov-2008
PHOTO BY TIM BARRY
By Paul Upham in Gosford:
The Nitro Fight Night promotion at the Central Coast Leagues Club in NSW ended in controversy on Friday night when a wild brawl erupted inside and outside the ring after Ahmed Elomar had scored a devastating 1st round knockout win over highly touted prospect Willie Kickett.
The previously unbeaten Kickett had exploded at the opening bell, hurting Elomar with a series of fast straight right hands. 25 year-old Elomar 15-1-2 (8) gritted his teeth in weathering the blows, but appeared hurt and wobbly on his legs. Just as Kickett moved in for what could have been his own knockout win, Elomar launched the punch of his career, a perfect overhand right which landed on Kickett’s chin and knocked him out cold before he even hit the canvas.
21 year-old Kickett 13-1 (5) was so badly hurt he could barely lift his head, as referee Brad Griffiths waved off the fight.
The real problems then began as twenty-five to thirty of Elomar’s supporters stormed the ring in celebration. Initial jubilation then descended into ugly scenes as the Elomar fans taunted the large entourage supporting Kickett. All the while, the stricken boxer was being tended to on the canvas by the commission doctor and his trainer Craig Christian. Elomar’s trainers Billy Hussein and Tommy Mercuri attempted to clear an area around Kickett, who was still laying flat on his back, dazed and confused.
Verbal taunts between the two supporter groups then exploded into physical punches, as a number of scuffles broke out at ringside. Cans and bottles then began to rain into the ring as innocent bystanders scurried for cover. Chairs were also thrown, as a number of local boxing identities and officials attempted to calm the chaos.
Fox Sports, which was televising the card live around Australia, cut short their telecast as the confrontations got out of control. The mindless actions were comparable to the infamous Riddick Bowe-Andrew Golota riots at Madison Square Garden in New York, just on a smaller scale.
Minutes later with the situation still out of control, lead Fox Sports commentator Andy Raymond headed into the ring amongst the mayhem, took the ring microphone and attempted to calm the melee. “There are women and children present, think about what you are doing,” Raymond pleaded. “Everything is being filmed and the police are on their way.” Suddenly, order was restored. Raymond’s actions were critical in ending the violence.
As bad as it was, it could have been much worse. Recognition and praise must be given to those who helped end the riot, which thankfully, resulted in only some cuts and bruises and no serious injuries.
The Nitro Fight Night promotion at the Central Coast Leagues Club in NSW ended in controversy on Friday night when a wild brawl erupted inside and outside the ring after Ahmed Elomar had scored a devastating 1st round knockout win over highly touted prospect Willie Kickett.
The previously unbeaten Kickett had exploded at the opening bell, hurting Elomar with a series of fast straight right hands. 25 year-old Elomar 15-1-2 (8) gritted his teeth in weathering the blows, but appeared hurt and wobbly on his legs. Just as Kickett moved in for what could have been his own knockout win, Elomar launched the punch of his career, a perfect overhand right which landed on Kickett’s chin and knocked him out cold before he even hit the canvas.
21 year-old Kickett 13-1 (5) was so badly hurt he could barely lift his head, as referee Brad Griffiths waved off the fight.
The real problems then began as twenty-five to thirty of Elomar’s supporters stormed the ring in celebration. Initial jubilation then descended into ugly scenes as the Elomar fans taunted the large entourage supporting Kickett. All the while, the stricken boxer was being tended to on the canvas by the commission doctor and his trainer Craig Christian. Elomar’s trainers Billy Hussein and Tommy Mercuri attempted to clear an area around Kickett, who was still laying flat on his back, dazed and confused.
Verbal taunts between the two supporter groups then exploded into physical punches, as a number of scuffles broke out at ringside. Cans and bottles then began to rain into the ring as innocent bystanders scurried for cover. Chairs were also thrown, as a number of local boxing identities and officials attempted to calm the chaos.
Fox Sports, which was televising the card live around Australia, cut short their telecast as the confrontations got out of control. The mindless actions were comparable to the infamous Riddick Bowe-Andrew Golota riots at Madison Square Garden in New York, just on a smaller scale.
Minutes later with the situation still out of control, lead Fox Sports commentator Andy Raymond headed into the ring amongst the mayhem, took the ring microphone and attempted to calm the melee. “There are women and children present, think about what you are doing,” Raymond pleaded. “Everything is being filmed and the police are on their way.” Suddenly, order was restored. Raymond’s actions were critical in ending the violence.
As bad as it was, it could have been much worse. Recognition and praise must be given to those who helped end the riot, which thankfully, resulted in only some cuts and bruises and no serious injuries.
Many people bravely attempted to quell the fighting, getting themselves between the warring parties. Some observed included promoter Angelo Hyder and his assistants Pat Kennedy and Marc Bargero. John McDougall, Craig Waller and Dr John O’Neil from the NSW Boxing Authority. Boxers Hussein Hussein, Billy Dib, Adam Wills and Steven Wills. Ring announcer Rick Powell. Kickett’s trainer Craig Christian. The entire Fox Sports television crew also assisted and performed their duties under adverse conditions.
There were animated discussions amongst officials and fans after the chaos had ended, many suggesting that Elomar should be stripped of his knockout win and the bout declared a no-contest.
Craig Waller from the NSW Boxing Authority confirmed however that Elomar’s knockout win would stand.
“We will be reviewing the video tapes of the incidents,” Waller told SecondsOut, “and any boxer or person licensed by the NSW Boxing Authority found to be acting inappropriately could be facing lengthy bans.”
What should have been a great night of boxing will only be remembered now for all the wrong reasons. Elomar should have been celebrating his best career win, instead, he will be asked to explain the actions of his supporters.
Lost in all of this is the future of Kickett, whose management team had been negotiating a world title fight for him early in 2009. Celebrated very early in his career as a genuine world championship prospect, he will now have to come to terms with suffering one of the most brutal Australian knockout losses seen in many years.
Date November 7
Location Gosford, NSW, Australia
Ahmed Elomar w.ko.1 William Kickett
Steven Wills w.tko.4 Moses Seran
Jamie Pittman w.tko.2 Eduardo Rojas
John Cotterill Jr w.ud.6 Ruben Kennedy
Jackson Asiku w.ud.6 Rey Olarte
Lucas Mason w.ud.4 Shane Moore
Paul Upham
Content Editor
Note: SecondsOut’s Paul Upham is a commentator for Fox Sports and called the Ahmed Elomar-Willie Kickett fight and subsequent riot from ringside.
There were animated discussions amongst officials and fans after the chaos had ended, many suggesting that Elomar should be stripped of his knockout win and the bout declared a no-contest.
Craig Waller from the NSW Boxing Authority confirmed however that Elomar’s knockout win would stand.
“We will be reviewing the video tapes of the incidents,” Waller told SecondsOut, “and any boxer or person licensed by the NSW Boxing Authority found to be acting inappropriately could be facing lengthy bans.”
What should have been a great night of boxing will only be remembered now for all the wrong reasons. Elomar should have been celebrating his best career win, instead, he will be asked to explain the actions of his supporters.
Lost in all of this is the future of Kickett, whose management team had been negotiating a world title fight for him early in 2009. Celebrated very early in his career as a genuine world championship prospect, he will now have to come to terms with suffering one of the most brutal Australian knockout losses seen in many years.
Date November 7
Location Gosford, NSW, Australia
Ahmed Elomar w.ko.1 William Kickett
Steven Wills w.tko.4 Moses Seran
Jamie Pittman w.tko.2 Eduardo Rojas
John Cotterill Jr w.ud.6 Ruben Kennedy
Jackson Asiku w.ud.6 Rey Olarte
Lucas Mason w.ud.4 Shane Moore
Paul Upham
Content Editor
Note: SecondsOut’s Paul Upham is a commentator for Fox Sports and called the Ahmed Elomar-Willie Kickett fight and subsequent riot from ringside.
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Darchinyan Arrives Home; Wants More World Titles
Wed 5-Nov-2008
  PHOTO'S BY PAUL UPHAM By Paul Upham in Sydney: Vic “Raging Bull” Darchinyan returned home to Australia on Wednesday morning after his history making win over Cristian Mijares on Saturday night in Los Angeles. The 32 year-old, who now holds the WBC, WBA and IBF belts at 115lbs, promptly declared that he wants to win even more boxing world titles. “I would love to fight Fernando Montiel for his WBO title,” he said. “We are hearing that he wants to move up. If he can wait, that would be better, because then he can give me his belt after I beat him.” The Armenia born Australian citizen demolished his Mexican rival in nine rounds, which included two knockdowns, televised in the USA on Showtime. Darchinyan 31-1-1 (25) was greeted at Sydney International Airport by his family, friends and a large contingent of media. “I am very happy to see all the cameras and the media here,” smiled Darchinyan. “I remember being here at the airport seven years ago when Kostya Tszyu became undisputed champion of the world after beating Zab Judah. There were so many people here that day, lots and lots of media. Back then I knew my time would come. Thank you to God and to all the people around me. My family and my team. I did it. We did it together.” Arriving at 8:30am on a United Airlines flight from Los Angeles, Darchinyan was carrying his IBF belt that he previously held and hopes to have his new WBC and WBA championship belts that he won from Mijares delivered to him in the next ten days. “I am very happy,” he said. “It is great to be back with my family, my son Ruben. I can’t say in words how happy I am. I think it is the best win for me so far. I trained hard. Best performance? I think so. It was something new again. I couldn’t sleep the night before the fight. I had a tooth problem. But still, I am very happy. I did exactly what I was supposed to do. Focus on the fight. Use my jab. I was happy with my performance. I feel that I can do much better. I thought my jab was not fast enough. I think I can give more and I will do it.” Manager Elias Nasser revealed that negotiations are already underway for Darchinyan’s next fight. While Showtime have suggested a March 2009 date on a Gary Shaw promoted double-header, also featuring light heavyweight champion Chad Dawson, Nasser said that there is now interest in Darchinyan from other television networks. “There have been talks about a fight with Jorge Arce,” said Nasser. “We are hoping we can do a deal by Friday.” | |||||
| “I want to fight Jorge Arce,” added Darchinyan. “I also want to move up in weight and fight Israel Vazquez. I want to fight world champions, the best in the world. I can fight in any weight division. I will bring my power to every fight.” While he appeared tired from the long fifteen-hour flight, Darchinyan is looking forward to a well-deserved party. “Today I want to celebrate and enjoy with my family,” he said. “I want to rest, then in the New Year, we will have another big fight coming. With my manager Elias, I want only to fight for new world titles. I don’t want to just defend. In boxing now, I am thinking a different way. I am not sitting watching my titles. I want to fight for more world titles. I want to get bigger and fight higher in weight.” Paul Upham Content Editor ____________________________________________________________________ |
PHOTOS BY SHOWTIME
Super Flyweight Undisputed Boxing World Title
Champion Vic Darchinyan vs. Champion Cristian Mijares
It will be champion versus champion to determine the undisputed super flyweight boxing champion of the world when Australia's two-division world champion Vic "Raging Bull" Darchinyan defends his IBF super flyweight world title against WBC/WBA world champion Crisitan Mijares on Main Event Television LIVE this coming weekend on Sunday 2 November 2008 from 12:00pm AEDT.
This history making boxing match, to be televised to millions of fans live around the world, will be held at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California, USA.
Both boxers have impressive winning records. 27 year-old Crisitan Mijares from Gomez Palacio, Mexico has 36 wins, 3 losses, 2 draw and 15 knockout victories. Mijares is currently rated No.8 pound for pound on the list of best boxers in the world today in all weight classes by The Ring magazine
32 year-old Vic Darchinyan, originally from Armenia, is an Australian citizen and has 30 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw and 24 knockout victories. He is also a former IBF/IBO flyweight world champion.
The main event and undercard commencing at 12:00pm AEDT are available on pay-per-view from MAIN EVENT TELEVISION via FOXTEL, OPTUS and AUSTAR.
Please make note of this major boxing match for your television guides.
Thankyou,
PAUL UPHAM
Boxing Writer & Commentator
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