http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/players/julio_diaz/74799 Recent articles about Julio Diaz en-us Mediocre pugilist Amir Khan claims negotiations are underway to cement a bout versus the great Floyd Mayweather in the United Kingdom on September 14. In an utterly brilliant showing, the 36-year-old Mayweather (44-0, 26 KOs) unanimously outclassed an inferior Robert Guerrero on May 4 and pocketed $32 million for the mismatch. Comparatively, flattened by a left hook in the fourth and staggered by the same punch in the eighth, 10th and 11th rounds, Khan (28-3, 19 KOs) escaped from the squared circle last month by outscoring Mexican Julio Diaz. “We are still in negotiations with Mayweather and it could be … Continue reading → Sun, 19 May 2013 22:45:57 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_is_ready_to_get_battered_by_floyd_mayweather_on_september_14_in_the_biggest_fight_ever_in_the_uk/13652101 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_is_ready_to_get_battered_by_floyd_mayweather_on_september_14_in_the_biggest_fight_ever_in_the_uk/13652101 Amir Khan is ready to get battered by Floyd Mayweather on September 14 in ‘the biggest fight ever in the UK’ http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khan_is_ready_to_get_battered_by_floyd_mayweather_on_september_14_in_the_biggest_fight_ever_in_the_uk/13652101 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/b/a/ba2c4104700dc9689fb44262613524d79330f4a1/mini/Amir_Khan_v_08ee.jpg Mediocre bloke Amir Khan escaped with a unanimous decision triumph over determined Mexican Julio Diaz at a 143-pound catch weight on Saturday night at the Motorpoint Arena in Sheffield, England. Although flattened by a left hook in the fourth and staggered by the same punch in the eighth, 10th and 11th rounds, the 26-year-old Khan (28-3, 19 KOs) outscored the 33-year-old Diaz (40-8-1, 29 KOs) by counts of 115-113, 115-112 and 114-113. Khan, who last fought in Britain two years ago in a winning effort against Irishman Paul McCloskey, is a human chandelier capable of getting floored at any moment … Continue reading → Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:31:42 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/despite_escaping_with_a_unanimous_decision_win_amir_khan_looked_like_a_loser_against_julio_diaz/13503227 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/despite_escaping_with_a_unanimous_decision_win_amir_khan_looked_like_a_loser_against_julio_diaz/13503227 Despite escaping with a unanimous decision win, Amir Khan looked like a loser against Julio Diaz http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/despite_escaping_with_a_unanimous_decision_win_amir_khan_looked_like_a_loser_against_julio_diaz/13503227 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/e/5e28b8d0e7cb9e1d6ec26ef7b8daf4ddec3b36c1/mini/O2_Arena_Boxing_deef.jpg Danny Garcia vs. Zab Judah, Peter Quillin vs. Fernando Guerrero and Amir Khan vs. Julio Diaz Results: Showtime presented a unique tripleheader tonight, with the Danny Garcia vs. Zab Judah title fight headlining a card from the Barclay's Center in Brooklyn, New York, also featuring Peter Quillin defending his strap against Fernando Guerrero, while also showcasing from the other side of the pond, Amir Khan's continued comeback against Julio Diaz. Right here, find the results for all three bouts and see how they went down. Credit: Esther Lin / Showtime Garcia vs. Judah Results Judah, the veteran southpaw is looking to spring the upset in his hometown in Brooklyn. He opens the fight against WBC and WBA 140-pound champion Garcia with  long-range exchanging. Clubbing right by Garcia. Judah flicking his right lead. Close opener, with Garcia's right hands probably giving him an edge. Garcia is controlling Judah with a the big right hand he keeps lashing out there with menacing... Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:54:28 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/results_danny_garcia_vs_zab_judah_khan_vs_diaz_quillin_vs_guerrero/13502690 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/results_danny_garcia_vs_zab_judah_khan_vs_diaz_quillin_vs_guerrero/13502690 Results: Danny Garcia vs. Zab Judah, Khan vs. Diaz, Quillin vs. Guerrero http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/results_danny_garcia_vs_zab_judah_khan_vs_diaz_quillin_vs_guerrero/13502690 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/8/8/88bf31045a02915879a151b76a78d8900b9d7a83/mini/World_Welterweight_Championship_c048.jpg It was the return of the king, as Amir “King” Khan made his return back to England against Julio Diaz. The fight started off with Amir Khan looking fast, and landing harder and crisper punches. This kid sure does have talent. Then all of sudden in the 4th round, “down goes Khan.” Wait, what? Is [...] Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:23:12 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khans_defeats_julio_diaz_in_tight_battle/13501550 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khans_defeats_julio_diaz_in_tight_battle/13501550 Amir Khans Defeats Julio Diaz in Tight Battle http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khans_defeats_julio_diaz_in_tight_battle/13501550 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/d/2/d2c6f8ac320a7fcdc6218fd4c40d2322f84e1115/mini/Amir_Khan_v_0f0e.jpg If there is one thing that can definitively be said about Amir Khan its that he makes exciting fights. Saturday’s 142-lb fight against Julio Diaz was no different. The two scrapped for 12 thrilling rounds after which both men seemed victorious. In the end Khan did more to win it, improving to 28-3 with the [...] Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:22:12 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_wins_a_brilliant_battle_with_julio_diaz/13501169 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_wins_a_brilliant_battle_with_julio_diaz/13501169 Amir Khan Wins A Brilliant Battle With Julio Diaz http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khan_wins_a_brilliant_battle_with_julio_diaz/13501169 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/2/720fa39df838495522fee6424cfea3f8149d9481/mini/Amir_Khan_v_7f08.jpg Mediocre bloke Amir Khan will scrap serviceable Mexican Julio Diaz at a 143-pound catch weight tonight at the Motorpoint Arena in Sheffield, England. The 26-year-old Khan (27-3, 19 KOs), who last threw fists in Britain two years ago against Irishman Paul McCloskey in a winning effort at the M.E.N. Arena in Manchester, has lost two of his past three bouts. Entering the squared circle for the first time since falling to “Swift” Danny Garcia, Khan outclassed a gritty Carlos Molina to earn a 10th round TKO on December 15 at the Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California. Comparatively, on the … Continue reading → Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:06:49 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/average_englishman_amir_khan_will_beat_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz_later_tonight/13495747 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/average_englishman_amir_khan_will_beat_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz_later_tonight/13495747 Average Englishman Amir Khan will beat serviceable Mexican Julio Diaz later tonight http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/average_englishman_amir_khan_will_beat_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz_later_tonight/13495747 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/e/5e28b8d0e7cb9e1d6ec26ef7b8daf4ddec3b36c1/mini/O2_Arena_Boxing_deef.jpg Mediocre bloke Amir Khan will scrap serviceable Mexican Julio Diaz at a 143-pound catch weight on April 27 at the Motorpoint Arena in Sheffield, England. The 26-year-old Khan (27-3, 19 KOs), who last threw fists in Britain two years ago against Irishman Paul McCloskey in a winning effort at the M.E.N. Arena in Manchester, has lost two of his past three bouts. Entering the squared circle for the first time since relinquishing the WBA world light welterweight belt to WBC light welterweight champion “Swift” Danny Garcia, Khan outclassed a gritty Carlos Molina to earn a 10th round TKO on December … Continue reading → Thu, 18 Apr 2013 22:59:32 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/despite_being_a_human_chandelier_overrated_bloke_amir_khan_should_knockout_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz/13434562 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/despite_being_a_human_chandelier_overrated_bloke_amir_khan_should_knockout_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz/13434562 Despite being a human chandelier, overrated bloke Amir Khan should knockout serviceable Mexican Julio Diaz http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/despite_being_a_human_chandelier_overrated_bloke_amir_khan_should_knockout_serviceable_mexican_julio_diaz/13434562 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/5/e/5e28b8d0e7cb9e1d6ec26ef7b8daf4ddec3b36c1/mini/O2_Arena_Boxing_deef.jpg After nearly two years of fighting in the U.S., Amir "King" Khan will return to Sheffield, England, to face veteran Julio Diaz on April 27 at Motorpoint Arena. The matchup figures to give Khan another opportunity to test the new, more disciplined boxing style that he has adopted since working with trainer Virgil Hunter. Khan is 1-0 thus far with Hunter in his corner, having beaten Carlos Molina in his last fight in Los Angeles. "April 27th is going to be a special night," said Khan.  "It's been two years since I last fought in the United Kingdom and I can't wait to get in the ring in front of my fans.  Julio Diaz is a former world champion and a very dangerous opponent who is coming off of an impressive performance in his last fight.  I know he will be coming with guns blazing and I'm ready for whatever he has to throw at me.  With my speed and boxing skills, and his power and experience, it makes for a really exciting matchup." The... Fri, 01 Mar 2013 04:34:00 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_to_fight_julio_diaz_april_27_in_england/13024171 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_to_fight_julio_diaz_april_27_in_england/13024171 Amir Khan to fight Julio Diaz April 27 in England http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khan_to_fight_julio_diaz_april_27_in_england/13024171 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/2/720fa39df838495522fee6424cfea3f8149d9481/mini/Amir_Khan_v_7f08.jpg After nearly two years fighting away from England, the “King” is back.  On Saturday, April 27 at Motorpoint Arena in Sheffield, British superstar Amir “King” Khan returns to England to face former World Champion Julio “The Kidd” Diaz. Plus, 2012 Olympic Bronze Medalist Anthony Ogogo makes his long-awaited professional debut in a four round middleweight bout against an opponent to be determined. “April 27th is going to be a special night,” said Khan.  “It’s been two years since I last fought in the United Kingdom and I can’t wait to get in the ring in front of my fans.  Julio Diaz is a former World Champion and a very dangerous opponent who is coming off of an impressive performance in his last fight.  I know he will be coming with guns blazing and I’m ready for whatever he has to throw at me.  With my speed and boxing skills, and his power and experience, it makes for a really exciting matchup.  He may have other ideas but I’m adamant that my return to the British shores is goi Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:29:09 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_julio_diaz_opening_presser_quotes_fight_in_sheffield_on_april_27/13016161 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_julio_diaz_opening_presser_quotes_fight_in_sheffield_on_april_27/13016161 Amir Khan-Julio Diaz opening presser quotes: Fight in Sheffield on April 27 http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khan_julio_diaz_opening_presser_quotes_fight_in_sheffield_on_april_27/13016161 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/2/720fa39df838495522fee6424cfea3f8149d9481/mini/Amir_Khan_v_7f08.jpg Amir Khan will take on Julio Diaz on April 27, from a site to be determined in England. Khan's bout will be shown live in the afternoon on Showtime, but will also be shown later in the evening, as a part of the Danny Garcia vs. Zab Judah Junior Welterweight title fight broadcast, originating from Brooklyn. Credit: Tom Casino / Showtime While Khan vs. Diaz is not exactly a high-profile match, it's one that makes sense right now for all parties. Khan gets a veteran, but one whom he should be able to thrive against. He'll find Diaz easy to hit, and should be able to look impressive and tally a stoppage. He's bigger, stronger, quicker and more skilled, so this really amounts to a confidence booster. But by opting for April 27 and getting on the Showtime telecast for Garcia vs. Judah, this is an ideal way for Khan to place himself in position for a bigger fight this summer, and for Showtime to build up a potential rematch with either man as well. Khan, of course, was knoc... Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:32:00 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_vs_julio_diaz_set_for_april_27_televised_with_garcia_vs_judah_on_showtime/13003531 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/amir_khan_vs_julio_diaz_set_for_april_27_televised_with_garcia_vs_judah_on_showtime/13003531 Amir Khan vs. Julio Diaz set for April 27, televised with Garcia vs. Judah on Showtime http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/amir_khan_vs_julio_diaz_set_for_april_27_televised_with_garcia_vs_judah_on_showtime/13003531 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/2/720fa39df838495522fee6424cfea3f8149d9481/mini/Amir_Khan_v_7f08.jpg Three of the fighters who’ll be fighting on CBS Television Network’s portion of an unprecedented boxing marathon on CBS and SHOWTIME® this Saturday, Dec. 15, at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena participated in a media workout Monday at the Ponce De Leon Boxing Gym in Montebello, Calif. Take a look at photos and quotes from the training session right here. The three – undefeated IBF Bantamweight World Champion Leo Santa Cruz (22-0-1, 13 KO’s), of Los Angeles, his challenger, unbeaten Alberto Guevara (16-0, 6 KO’s) of San Diego, Calif. and 2012 U.S. Olympian Joseph “Jo-Jo” Diaz, of South El Monte, Calif. – each worked out for approximately 30 minutes. LEO SANTA CRUZ “Considering that six months ago I was just a guy fighting on undercards to now being picked to headline and defend my title on free network television is hard to believe, but I’m so happy. It is a tremendous honor and something I am not taking lightly. I really want to thank my promoter, Golden Boy, my ad... Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:08:19 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/santa_cruz_vs_guevara_joseph_diaz_workout_photos_quotes/12413872 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/santa_cruz_vs_guevara_joseph_diaz_workout_photos_quotes/12413872 Santa Cruz vs. Guevara & Joseph Diaz workout photos, quotes http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/santa_cruz_vs_guevara_joseph_diaz_workout_photos_quotes/12413872 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/1/d/1d591b2ddc823fdd6e3665268fda1e4b660d67e9/mini/Cannes_Serbis_9405.jpg Former world lightweight champion Juan Diaz will join Steve Farhood and Barry Tompkins as a special guest analyst on ShoBox: The New Generation on Friday, August 24. Diaz, who retired in July 2010, will join the telecast team for a quintessential ShoBox doubleheader headlined by unbeaten bantamweight rising star Randy Caballero against Manuel Roman live on SHOWTIME at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT from Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, Calif. An articulate and personable young man, Diaz is no stranger to ShoBox, having fought on the popular, critically acclaimed boxing series early in his career. In a fight in which he gained valuable exposure and experience, Diaz won a 10-round unanimous decision over Peter Nieves on August 24, 2002, on ShoBox (exactly 10 years to the day of his upcoming announcing appearance). Diaz would go on to face some of the best 135-pounders of his generation during an outstanding 10-year career that began when he was 16. A talented, all-action fighter, he made se... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 21:11:26 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/juan_diaz_joins_the_shobox_booth_august_24/11449210 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/juan_diaz_joins_the_shobox_booth_august_24/11449210 Juan Diaz joins the Shobox booth August 24 http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/juan_diaz_joins_the_shobox_booth_august_24/11449210 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/0/90327001385ed9638cd19bef82dec0d1bc5889ac/mini/PicImg_BOXING_APR_04_508c.jpg An exciting doubleheader is set for this Saturday night at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif. featuring a battle between unbeaten Ronny Rios and the exciting "Dangerous" David Rodela in the 10 round junior lightweight main event and former World Champion Julio Diaz's return to the ring to take on Henry Aurad in the 10 round welterweight co-feature on TeleFutura's "Sólo Boxeo Tecate." Ronny Rios (18-0, 8 KO's) cleaned up as an amateur, winning two United States titles and one National Golden Gloves Championship before turning professional in October of 2008 with a first round knockout of Fermin Perez. Since then, no one has come close to beating the 22-year-old from Santa Ana, Calif. who has defeated Roger Gonzalez, Jeremy McLaurin and Guillermo Sanchez in his last three fights. On July 28, he'll look to keep that streak going against his Southern California rival Rodela. Oxnard's "Dangerous" David Rodela... Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:04:39 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_this_saturday_in_separate_bouts/11288803 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_this_saturday_in_separate_bouts/11288803 Ronny Rios & Julio Diaz in action this Saturday in separate bouts http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_this_saturday_in_separate_bouts/11288803 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/0/90327001385ed9638cd19bef82dec0d1bc5889ac/mini/PicImg_BOXING_APR_04_508c.jpg The Coachella Valley's hotbed of world-class boxing action - Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif. - will host another exciting night of fistic action on Saturday, July 28 featuring rising star Ronny Rios and former World Champion Julio Diaz in co-featured fights. The Rios and Diaz fights, which will be contested against opponents to be named, will headline TeleFutura's "Sólo Boxeo Tecate." Ronny Rios (18-0, 8 KO's) cleaned up as an amateur, winning two United States titles and one National Golden Gloves Championship before turning professional in October of 2008 with a first round knockout of Fermin Perez. Since then, no one has come close to beating the 22-year-old from Santa Ana, Calif. who has defeated Roger Gonzalez, Jeremy McLaurin and Guillermo Sanchez in his last three fights. On July 28, he headlines the card and makes his Fantasy Springs debut. Former Two-Time World Champion Julio "The Kidd" Diaz (38-7, 27 KO's) retu... Tue, 03 Jul 2012 09:53:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_on_july_28_solo_boxeo_from_fantasy_springs/11143466 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_on_july_28_solo_boxeo_from_fantasy_springs/11143466 Ronny Rios & Julio Diaz in action on July 28 Solo Boxeo from Fantasy Springs http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/ronny_rios_julio_diaz_in_action_on_july_28_solo_boxeo_from_fantasy_springs/11143466 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/0/90327001385ed9638cd19bef82dec0d1bc5889ac/mini/PicImg_BOXING_APR_04_508c.jpg Thompson Boxing Sets Record Straight In an effort to clarify the false news that is circulating in the boxing world as it relates to the May 5 match up between junior welterweights, former two-time world champion Julio "The Kidd" Diaz and WBA #8 ranked Paul McCloskey, Thompson Boxing Promotions has issued the following official statement: "As far as we are concerned, we don't have a fight, because we have never been approached by Matchroom Sport, or any other entity. Thompson Boxing is the sole promoter of Julio Diaz and we would be more than glad to negotiate arrangements to have Julio Diaz fight Paul McCloskey on May 5th or any other date as long as we can agree to satisfactory terms with his promoter." -Alex Camponovo, the VP of Operations and General Manager Thompson Boxing Promotions Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:49:05 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/diaz_vs_mccloskey_its_news_to_diazs_promoter_who_says_not_so_fast/10092874 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/diaz_vs_mccloskey_its_news_to_diazs_promoter_who_says_not_so_fast/10092874 Diaz vs. McCloskey? It’s news to Diaz’s promoter, who says not so fast http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/diaz_vs_mccloskey_its_news_to_diazs_promoter_who_says_not_so_fast/10092874 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/9/0/90327001385ed9638cd19bef82dec0d1bc5889ac/mini/PicImg_BOXING_APR_04_508c.jpg