http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/players/jhonny_gonzalez/74589 Recent articles about Jhonny Gonzalez en-us Fight Pick & Preview: Abner Mares vs. Daniel Ponce de Leon On the chief supporting bout to Mayweather-Guerrero, WBC Featherweight Champion Daniel “Ponce” De Leon takes on Abner Mares. De Leon scored an upset by stopping Jhonny Gonzalez for the belt in September. The unbeaten Mares, meanwhile, is gunning for a title in his third weight class, previously holding belts at 118 and 122 pounds. This should be a heck of a fight. I think both men are underrated. De Leon, 32, had been largely blown-off until showing what he still had left against Gonzalez. Mares, while unbeaten, is finding it difficult to crack into the upper-pantheon of championship-level fighters. The winner of this fight will give his career a big boost and be in line to accomplish something truly significant. Date: May 4, 2012 Site: MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada Weight Class: WBC Featherweight Championship: 12 Rounds Daniel “Ponce” De Leon, 44-4 (35 KOs), Chihuahua, Mexico, WBC Featherweight Champion vs. Abn... Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:12:55 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/daniel_ponce_de_leon_vs_abner_mares_preview_prediction/13197271 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/daniel_ponce_de_leon_vs_abner_mares_preview_prediction/13197271 Daniel Ponce De Leon vs. Abner Mares preview & prediction http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/daniel_ponce_de_leon_vs_abner_mares_preview_prediction/13197271 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/6/f/6f2743b2962def1ced927e3e01d6b32ee67ab9b1/mini/Fight_Night_Club_126c.jpg Daniel Ponce De Leon claimed Jhonny Gonzalez's WBC featherweight title with a unanimous technical decision Saturday night when their bout was stopped in the eighth round because of a cut over Gonzalez's eye. Marcos Maidana stopped Jesus Soto Karass 43 seconds into the eighth round of a thrilling, back-and-forth welterweight bout on the undercard of Saul ''Canelo'' Alvarez's 154-pound title defense against Josesito Lopez. Leo Santa Cruz also defended his IBF bantamweight title by stopping veteran Eric Morel, who quit on his stool after the fifth round. Ponce De Leon (44-4) posted an impressive comeback win over Gonzalez despite a big cut of his own on his skull. Gonzalez had won 12 straight fights, claiming the featherweight title in April with a decision over Elio Rojas. But Ponce De Leon, a Mexican who fights out of the Los Angeles area, is among the sport's most reliably entertaining fighters, from his long braided hair and colorful trunks to his heedless fighting style. Sat, 15 Sep 2012 23:43:04 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ponce_de_leon_maidana_santa_cruz_with_big_wins/11723836 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ponce_de_leon_maidana_santa_cruz_with_big_wins/11723836 Ponce De Leon, Maidana, Santa Cruz with big wins http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/ponce_de_leon_maidana_santa_cruz_with_big_wins/11723836 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/2/4/2427749caa3e89f045d0698db960b1213389beae/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_d550.jpg Live Canelo vs. Lopez round by round results from Knockout Kings On Saturday, September 15, Saul "Canelo" Alvarez meets challenger Josesito Lopez as the headline event of the Knockout Kings fight card, televised on Showtime. Right here, you'll find live Canelo vs. Lopez results and round by round updates, as well as ongoing coverage of the entire multi-fight undercard. Does Josesito Lopez have another upset in store for us, or will Canelo continue to improve and take care of another title defense? Follow along with us here to see for yourself how the fights play out. Canelo Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez Scorecard Round 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Total Saul Alvarez - - - - - - - - - - - - - Josesito Lopez - - - - - - - - - - - - - Credit: Esther Lin / Showtime Canelo vs. Lopez Fight Status: Knockout King card begins at 9pm Eastern on Saturday, Sept 15 Canelo vs. Lopez Round by Round Results Rd 1: Rd 2: Rd 3: Rd 4: Undercard Results Jhonny Gonzalez vs. Dan... Sat, 15 Sep 2012 20:43:57 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_results_round_by_round_updates/11722687 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_results_round_by_round_updates/11722687 Canelo Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez results & round by round updates http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_results_round_by_round_updates/11722687 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Weights from Las Vegas: Saul “Canelo” Alvarez: 154 Josesito Lopez: 153 Jhonny Gonzalez: 125 Pounds Daniel Ponce De Leon: 125 ½ Pounds Marcos Maidana: 147 Pounds Jesus Sotot Karass: 147 Pounds Leo Santa Cruz: 117 Pounds Eric Morel: 118 Pounds Fri, 14 Sep 2012 21:24:47 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/saul_canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_full_weigh_in/11715721 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/saul_canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_full_weigh_in/11715721 Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez full weigh in http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/saul_canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_full_weigh_in/11715721 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/4/1/41d249a805629e316c27465ab7fc2a89e783d5a1/mini/GettyImageProxy.ashx_requestUrl_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f71907951.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dEWSAsset_26k_3d2_26d_3d17A4AD9FDB9CF193DADD97B58D4678D050224CB936600A98.jpg The official Saul "Canelo" Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez weigh-ins were held on Friday afternoon in Las Vegas. Right here, you can find the complete Canelo vs. Lopez weigh-in results, including the complete weights for the Knockout Kings card, a collection of photos and notes from the event, and much more. Canelo Alvarez-Josesito Lopez Weigh-In Pictures Official Weights Canelo vs. Lopez Canelo Alvarez: 154 lbs Josesito Lopez: 153 lbs Of course, it's no surprise that Canelo is the thicker, more muscular guy. It's Josesito's first fight here, after only a brief stint at welterweight. But what is interesting is that Josesito is eye level with Canelo, and maybe even a hair taller. Gonzalez vs. Ponce De Leon Jhonny Gonzalez: 125 lbs Daniel Ponce De Leon: 125.5 lbs Gonzalez vs. Ponce de Leon could be the fight of the night on any of Saturday's cards. Both guys look to be in great shape, with Ponce looking more muscular, and Gonzalez of course taller an... Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:22:37 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_weigh_in_results_photos/11714419 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_weigh_in_results_photos/11714419 Canelo Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez weigh-in results, photos http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/canelo_alvarez_vs_josesito_lopez_weigh_in_results_photos/11714419 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/2/52195545aedd2479c2c91d410e7e27a4894e2a03/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_38d9.jpg Tickets are sold out for this Saturday's "Knockout Kings" featuring Canelo Alvarez defending his WBC Super Welterweight World Championship against breakout star Josesito Lopez, WBC Featherweight World Champion Jhonny Gonzalez defending his crown against former World Champion Daniel Ponce De Leon, former World Champion Marcos Maidana facing Jesus Soto Karass in a 12-round fight for the vacant WBA Intercontinental Welterweight Title and Leo Santa Cruz defending his IBF Bantamweight World Championship against former two-time World Champion Eric Morel. Nearly 14,500 fans will pack the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas for the quadruple-header. "We are extremely proud of our efforts to showcase the superstar talents of Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez on Mexican Independence Day weekend and the fans have responded by making it a sellout," said Chief Executive Officer of Golden Boy Promotions Richard Schaefer. "This quadruple-header is just another e... Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:05:26 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_sells_out_thats_2_vegas_fight_cards_sold_out_for_1_night/11714401 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_sells_out_thats_2_vegas_fight_cards_sold_out_for_1_night/11714401 Knockout Kings sells out; That’s 2 Vegas fight cards sold out for 1 night http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/knockout_kings_sells_out_thats_2_vegas_fight_cards_sold_out_for_1_night/11714401 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/4/1/41d249a805629e316c27465ab7fc2a89e783d5a1/mini/GettyImageProxy.ashx_requestUrl_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f71907951.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dEWSAsset_26k_3d2_26d_3d17A4AD9FDB9CF193DADD97B58D4678D050224CB936600A98.jpg Today's contribution to this week's nonstop barrage of big fight updates was the final Knockout Kings press conference. All the fighters and their teams were on hand, for the card headlined by Canelo Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez. Right here, you can find a huge collection of quotes from the presser, some photos and video, and everything else you need all in one spot. Take a look. CANELO ALVAREZ, WBC Super Welterweight World Champion "I feel so much love, so much support.  I want to thank my fans.  This is a special moment for me. "I remember seeing great fighters fight here and fight on this stage such as Mayweather for example.  I grew up dreaming about what it would be like to fight on a stage like this and now I am here.  I want to take advantage of this fight, this opportunity and stay here for a long time. "We had plenty of time to get prepared for this fight.  I am not underestimating Josesito Lopez one bit. "We are going to do our job,... Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:05:47 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_vs_lopez_knockout_kings_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/11707879 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/canelo_vs_lopez_knockout_kings_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/11707879 Canelo vs. Lopez Knockout Kings final presser photos, quotes, video http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/canelo_vs_lopez_knockout_kings_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/11707879 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png For sheer drama, excitement and exhilaration, there are few, if any, spectacles in sports that can compare to witnessing the sudden, stunning and memorable ending that comes with a one-punch knockout. Below is a Top 10 list of today’s heaviest-handed hitters compiled by renowned boxing historian and Showtime analyst Steve Farhood. Farhood’s Top 10 Hardest Punchers in Boxing Today Credit: Will Hart - HBO 1. Randall Bailey (43-7, 37 KO’s): The purest right hand in the game.  Just ask welterweight Mike Jones, who in June was ahead on points when Bailey exploded with a straight right in round 10, and a fight-ending right uppercut in the 11th round.  Bailey’s hook can be devastating as well.  In 1999, he won his first world title on Showtime with a 41-second left hook knockout of Carlos Gonzalez. 2. Jhonny Gonzalez: History tells us that rangy, long-armed fighters can be devastating punchers (Thomas Hearns and Bob Foster, for example).  Mexico’s Gonzalez has carried his power from ban... Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:11:49 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/top_10_hardest_punchers_in_boxing_today/11637838 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/top_10_hardest_punchers_in_boxing_today/11637838 Top 10 hardest punchers in boxing today http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/top_10_hardest_punchers_in_boxing_today/11637838 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png A conference call was held recently with the undercard fighters from the Knockout Kings Showtime boxing card, headlined by Saul "Canelo" Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez. The undercard features Jhonny Gonzalez vs. Daniel Ponce de Leon, Marcos Maidana vs. Jesus Soto-Karass, and if it gets finalized, Leo Santa Cruz vs. Eric Morel. Right here, take a look at what all of the fighters involved in the Knockout Kings undercard had to say. Oscar De La Hoya It's a pleasure to be introducing to you Knockout Kings on Mexican Independence Day, which will be a quadruple header. The main event Canelo Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez and that will be for the WBC Super Welterweight title. It is my pleasure also to be announcing Daniel Ponce De Leon vs. Jhonny Gonzalez, which is for the WBC Featherweight World Championship, Marcos Maidana vs. Jesus Soto Karass, which will be a 10 round welterweight fight.  And the fourth fight, which will be opening up the telecast I can say, will be ano... Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:42:50 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_undercard_conference_call_transcript_maidana_gonzalez_ponce_more/11559874 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_undercard_conference_call_transcript_maidana_gonzalez_ponce_more/11559874 Knockout Kings undercard conference call transcript: Maidana, Gonzalez, Ponce & more http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/knockout_kings_undercard_conference_call_transcript_maidana_gonzalez_ponce_more/11559874 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/2/4/2427749caa3e89f045d0698db960b1213389beae/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_d550.jpg Fight Preview: Donaire vs. Nishioka In a hardcore boxing fan’s delight, PFP stalwart Nonito Donaire takes on longtime 122-pound standout Toshiaki Nishioka of Japan at the Home Depot Center on October 13. Any argument as to who is the world’s best junior featherweight comes down to three men--Donaire, Nishioka, and Guillermo Rigondeaux. The winner of this fight will become the de-facto top dog at 122. Rigondeaux will still be there with a claim, but in terms of ring accomplishments, Donaire and Nishioka are already ahead of the Cuban star and a win here puts one of them clearly at the pinnacle of the division. Date: October 13, 2012 Site: Home Depot Center in Carson, California Titles: IBF/WBO 122-Pound Championships Nonito Donaire, 29-1 (18 KOs), San Leandro/Philippines vs. Toshiaki Nishioka, 39-4-3 (24 KOs), Tokyo, Japan Credit: Chris Farina - Top Rank Fans have to like this fight. If this match-up seems unambitious on the part of Donaire, that’s only because you are... Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:43:06 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/nonito_donaire_vs_toshiaki_nishioka_preview_prediction/11497411 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/nonito_donaire_vs_toshiaki_nishioka_preview_prediction/11497411 Nonito Donaire vs. Toshiaki Nishioka preview & prediction http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/nonito_donaire_vs_toshiaki_nishioka_preview_prediction/11497411 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Jhonny Gonzalez vs. Daniel “Ponce” De Leon Fight Preview and Pick to Win On September 15, Jhonny Gonzalez defends his WBC Featherweight Title against ex-titleholder Daniel “Ponce” De Leon at the MGM in Las Vegas. This bout will take place as the main supporting bout to the Alvarez-Lopez fight and promises to offer some excitement, as these two skilled battlers go at it. It’s fortunate that on an undercard, we get to see a title bout between these two standout Mexican veterans. Each man was formerly a titleholder at a lower weight class and their combined 80 knockouts underlies the power-punching menace they each bring to the ring. They also share in common the fact that they have both been written off, only to rebound in a big way. Date: September 15, 2012 Site: MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada Titles: WBC Featherweight Title: 12 Rounds Jhonny Gonzalez, 52-7 (45 KOs), Mexico City, Mexico, WBC Featherweight Champion Vs. Daniel “Ponce” De Leon, 43-4 (35 KOs), Chihuahua... Sat, 21 Jul 2012 10:48:30 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/jhonny_gonzalez_vs_daniel_ponce_de_leon_preview_prediction/11266327 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/jhonny_gonzalez_vs_daniel_ponce_de_leon_preview_prediction/11266327 Jhonny Gonzalez vs. Daniel Ponce De Leon preview & prediction http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/jhonny_gonzalez_vs_daniel_ponce_de_leon_preview_prediction/11266327 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/2/4/2427749caa3e89f045d0698db960b1213389beae/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_d550.jpg Tickets for "Knockout Kings," featuring WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Canelo Alvarez defending his title against breakout star Josesito Lopez, are on sale now. The Mexican Independence Day celebratory event will feature unparalleled action in the ring by some of boxing's most exciting talent.  In addition to Canelo vs. Lopez, audiences will be treated to battles between WBC Featherweight World Champion Jhonny Gonzalez and former World Champion Daniel Ponce De Leon as well as former World Champion Marcos Maidana and contender Jesus Soto Karass. Tickets are priced at $400, 300, $200, $100, $50 and $25, not including applicable service charges and taxes, with a total ticket limit of ten (10) per person.  To charge by phone with a major credit card, call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Tickets also are available for purchase at www.mgmgrand.com or www.ticketmaster.com. Of course, down the street on the very same night in Las Vegas is another major boxing even... Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:26:15 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_canelo_vs_lopez_tickets_on_sale_now/11261620 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_canelo_vs_lopez_tickets_on_sale_now/11261620 Knockout Kings, Canelo vs. Lopez, tickets on sale now http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/knockout_kings_canelo_vs_lopez_tickets_on_sale_now/11261620 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png The "Knockout Kings" press conference was held on Tuesday, July 17, at iconic Placita Olvera in Los Angeles as they announced their respective bouts taking place on Saturday, September 15 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas live on SHOWTIME®. All six fighters from the top three fights were at the event, including former World Champion Marcos Maidana, former World Champion Daniel Ponce de Leon, WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Canelo Alvarez, Breakout Star Josesito Lopez, WBC Featherweight World Champion Jhonny Gonzalez and Welterweight Contender Jesus Soto Karass. Right here, you can find a collection of quotes and photos from everyone involved. Canelo Alvarez, WBC Super Welterweight World Champion "I want to thank all of the fans who are here. This is going to be a great fight...a great event. I am very happy with this fight. "I think Josesito Lopez won his way here. He won his way to getting this shot September 15th. "I am not goin... Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:50:34 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_presser_photos_quotes_canelo_josesito_ponce_jhonny_maidana_soto_karass/11251678 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/knockout_kings_presser_photos_quotes_canelo_josesito_ponce_jhonny_maidana_soto_karass/11251678 Knockout Kings presser photos & quotes: Canelo, Josesito, Ponce, Jhonny, Maidana & Soto-Karass http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/knockout_kings_presser_photos_quotes_canelo_josesito_ponce_jhonny_maidana_soto_karass/11251678 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/2/52195545aedd2479c2c91d410e7e27a4894e2a03/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_38d9.jpg A press conference is being held in Los Angeles this afternoon for the Saul "Canelo" Alvarez vs. Josesito Lopez fight on September 15th on Showtime. The fighters from the main event, as well as the co-feature, Daniel Ponce de Leon vs. Jhonny Gonzalez, will all be in attendance. In addition, Golden Boy chief Oscar De La Hoya will be on hand, and he'll announce the third exciting fight of the card. Find the link to watch the presser live this afternoon here. Click HERE to watch the "KNOCKOUT KINGS: Canelo vs. Lopez" press conference LIVE at 4:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. PT. from Placita Olvera Father Sera Park in Los Angeles. Watch and hear Canelo Alvarez, Josesito Lopez, Jhonny Gonzalez and Daniel Ponce De Leon (with two to-be-announced) as the fighters, along with Golden Boy President Oscar de la Hoya, discuss their respective fights on Saturday, September 15, as part of a Mexican Independence Day quadruple-header. Fans can enjoy this live stream anywhere they can ... Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:23:16 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/watch_canelo_vs_lopez_presser_live_this_afternoon_online/11238688 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/watch_canelo_vs_lopez_presser_live_this_afternoon_online/11238688 Watch Canelo vs. Lopez presser live this afternoon online http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/watch_canelo_vs_lopez_presser_live_this_afternoon_online/11238688 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png In an entertaining prizefight between two quality pros, WBC featherweight champ Jhonny Gonzalez (52-7, 45 KOs) took a decisive 12-round decision over WBC featherweight "champion in recess," Elio Rojas (23-2, 14 KOs) by scores of 117-111, 116-112, and 116-111. Making the fourth defense of the belt he took from Hozumi Hasegawa in 2011, Gonzalez pressed the attack and scored points early on pure, effective aggression. Rojas, who was forced to vacate his WBC title in 2010 due to a hand injury, used movement and looked sharp while trying to time and counter Gonzalez. However, the native of the Dominican Republic was dropping early rounds in the process. In the sixth round, Rojas' plan seemed to be coming together as he began scoring some hard counters on his opponent and the scorecards began to even up. But Gonzalez kept pushing forward, throwing heavy combinations and making them count when they touched the elusive Rojas. In the 10th, a Gonzalez hook to the liver forced Rojas to take a knee. The Sun, 29 Apr 2012 04:10:07 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/jhonny_gonzalez_bests_elio_rojas/10675838 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/jhonny_gonzalez_bests_elio_rojas/10675838 Jhonny Gonzalez bests Elio Rojas http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/jhonny_gonzalez_bests_elio_rojas/10675838 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/2/52195545aedd2479c2c91d410e7e27a4894e2a03/mini/Marcos_Antonio_Barrera_38d9.jpg