I totally respect my opponent because he’s a great fighter who is very skilled. “I’m preparing for this fight with the clear goal of fighting for a world title after. “This is the most important fight of my career,” said Jose Salgado. The 28-year-old Mexican contender will move up to test the young fighter with an aggressive style that is backed by years of boxing experience. Salgado is a former world title challenger who fought to a controversial technical draw against former WBC Super Flyweight Champion Carlos “Principe” Cuadras. I promise an exciting fight and to walk away with my hand raised in victory because I’m ready for bigger things.” “I’m enthusiastic because it will take place during Hall of Fame weekend where I hope to one day be inducted like my cousin and promoter Oscar De La Hoya. “I’m delighted that Golden Boy Promotions and my manager Joel De La Hoya have given me the opportunity to return to the ring on June in Verona,” said Diego De La Hoya. De La Hoya is eager to produce another exciting victory to demonstrate that he is ready for bigger and more lucrative fights. The 23-year-old will return after his most significant victory yet when he defeated former IBF Bantamweight World Champion Randy “El Matador” Caballero on the HBO-televised undercard of Canelo vs. Ironfist” Vitali Klitschko, Erik “El Terrible” Morales, and Ronald “Winky” Wright will be inducted, along with important figures in the sport of boxing such as Peter Kohl, Steve Albert, Jim Gray and Lorraine Chargin.ĭe La Hoya is an undefeated contender who has built a stellar resume since turning professional in 2013.

The event will take place during the International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, where legendary fighters such as “Dr.

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