Provodnikov: I’m ready for war with Castillo Banner Promotions has announced that an American television outlet will be announced shortly for the November 28 clash between former WBO jr welterweight champion Ruslan “The Siberian Rocky” Provodnikov and 40-year-old former two-time lightweight champion Jose Luis Castillo at the Luzhniki GCKZ ‘Russia’ Arena in Moscow. “I am very excited to have Ruslan fight back in Moscow,” said promoter Artie Pelullo. “Ruslan is one of the biggest stars in the sport of boxing. He will be fighting in front of his countrymen in a sold-out arena against a great former world champion in Jose Luis Castillo. I want to thank Andrey Rybinski for all his help and it has been a pleasure to work with him and his staff.” Provodnikov (23-3, 16 KOs) stated, “I’m happy to be fighting at home! It’s been three years and I’m ready for war with Castillo! Hope to see all my fans in Moscow on November 28th!” It will be Provodnikov’s first fight in his native Russia since December 5, 2011.
Posted on: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 00:01:39 +0000