Undefeated Austin Brooks (10-0, 3 KOs) steps into the ring against seasoned Anthony Chavez (11-3-1, 3 KOs) in a highly anticipated 10-round main event at the eminent Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma.
Brooks, the emerging 130-pound sensation from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has showcased his skills in several notable ESPN bouts. However, this will mark his maiden venture into a fight exceeding six rounds. Speaking on his upcoming match, Brooks expressed, “I feel blessed for the opportunity to be fighting in the main event. To get my first 10-round fight against a quality opponent and in the main event is something I’ve been working towards. I will capitalize on this moment.”
Standing opposite Brooks will be the Redlands, California native, Anthony Chavez. Boasting a throwback style, Chavez is not only a bronze medalist from the 2015 USA National Championships but also trains under the renowned boxing coach, Henry Ramirez.
In the co-main event, fans can also look forward to a fierce clash between undefeated prospects Jon Bryant (8-0, 2 KOs) and Axl Melendez Salgado (6-0, 4 KOs). Bryant, coming off a six-round decision win over DeMarcus “Chop Chop” Corley, is certainly one to keep an eye on. Showcasing the depth of the event, Azat Torosyan of Toro Promotions remarked, “Tacoma, we are crafting another unforgettable show filled with intense action.”
Adding to the excitement, the undercard is loaded with intriguing contests. Gregory Cruz (5-2, 3 KOs) will test his mettle against Roberto Negrete (4-1-1, 2 KOs); Portland’s undefeated super lightweight faces Jake “D’ Twins” Bornea (14-5-1, 7 KOs), while local sensation Cameron “The Puerto Rican Bakugo” Seville Rivera meets Antonio “Ton The Beast” Hernandez (7-16-2, 4 KOs). The evening’s action starts with lightweight Josue Cadena taking on California's Dan Hernandez (2-2, 1 KO).
Fight card:
▪️Austin Brooks vs. Anthony Chavez, 10 rounds, junior lightweight ▪️Jon Bryant vs. Axl Melendez Salgado, 6 rounds, welterweight ▪️Gregory Cruz vs. Roberto Negrete, 6 rounds, featherweight ▪️Lorenzo Caldera vs. Jake Bornea, 6 rounds, junior welterweight ▪️Josue Cadena vs. Dan Hernandez, 4 rounds, lightweight
