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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. says he may team back up with Freddie Roach following controversial victory over Brian Vera

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in the past with Freddie Roach (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

On Saturday night, in Carson, Calif., former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was given a tougher-than-expected fight from gritty challenger Brian Vera inside of the StubHub Center.

Chavez vs. Vera was an entertaining affair that saw Vera outhustle Chavez in several rounds while Julio appeared to land the more telling and powerful blows throughout the contest.

After ten rounds of action, scorecards reading 98-92, 97-93, and 96-94 were all in Chavez’s favor despite several ringside observers seeing the fight for Vera.

Speaking at the post-fight press conference, Chavez’s co-promoter Fernando Beltran of Zanfer Promotions revealed that his fighter had suffered an injury to his right hand in the fourth round.
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Andre Ward admits that Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in a natural pay per view opponent for him

More all-acess coverage from the Manhattan Beach Marriott in Los Angeles, Calif. as WBA super middleweight champion Andre Ward (26-0, 14 KO’s) shares his thoughts on the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera matchup while eyeing Chavez as a future foe
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Abel Sanchez on Chavez’s weight issues ahead of Vera; says Andre Ward a tougher fight for Golovkin

Chris Robinson catches up with trainer Abel Sanchez in Los Angeles, Calif., as he speaks on the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera matchup and its many subplots
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Gennady Golovkin and Abel Sanchez speak on the benefits of training at the Summit Gym in Big Bear

Prior to the Sept. 28 Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera match, a press conference was held in Los Angeles at the Manhattan Beach Marriott, as WBA middleweight champion Gennady Golovkin spoke ahead of his Nov. 2 match with Curtis Stevens in New York. Hear what Golvokin had to say about his training at the Summit Gym in Big Bear, Calif. as well as bonus thoughts from trainer Abel Sanchez, K2 Promotions’ Tom Loeffler, and others
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Robert Garcia says Chavez Jr will still be a beast vs Vera and feels he can challenge Andre Ward

Chris Robinson catches up with former world champion and two-time Trainer of the Year Robert Garcia in Oxnard, Calif. as he speaks on tonight’s Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera HBO matchup. Hear what Garcia had to say about the fight, Chavez’s weight issues, and a future fight with Andre Ward
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Ronnie Shields believes that Brian Vera can knock out Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Chris Robinson speaks with trainer Ronnie Shields in Los Angeles following his fighter Brandon Vera’s weigh-in for his bout vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Hear why Ronnie is so confident heading into the HBO televised fight
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Ronnie Shields believes that Brian Vera can knock out Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Chris Robinson speaks with trainer Ronnie Shields in Los Angeles following his fighter Brandon Vera’s weigh-in for his bout vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Hear why Ronnie is so confident heading into the HBO televised fight
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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera Official weigh-in; both men weigh under 173 pounds

Exclusive coverage from the Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. as former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and his oppoonent, Texas’ Brian Vera, both weigh under the contracted weight-limit of 173 pounds for their bout on Saturday, Sept. 28
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2012 Olympian Oscar Valdez (5-0, 5 KO’s) weighs in ahead of his bout with Joe Morales

Live updates from the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. as 2012 Mexican Olympian Oscar Valdez (5-0, 5 KO’s) made weight ahead of his clash with Joe Morales, who he faces on the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera undercard on Saturday night
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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera Official weigh-in; both men weigh under 173 pounds

Exclusive coverage from the Millenium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. as former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and his oppoonent, Texas’ Brian Vera, both weigh under the contracted weight-limit of 173 pounds for their bout on Saturday, Sept. 28
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Mikey Garcia says Rocky Martinez could be his toughest fight yet

Chris Robinson of HustleBoss.com catches up with former WBO featherweight champion Mikey Garcia (32-0, 27 KO’s) in Oxnard, CA, as he speaks on his Nov. 9 date against Roman ‘Rocky’ Martinez as well as his work with strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza
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Mikey Garcia says Rocky Martinez could be his toughest fight yet

Chris Robinson of HustleBoss.com catches up with former WBO featherweight champion Mikey Garcia (32-0, 27 KO’s) in Oxnard, CA, as he speaks on his Nov. 9 date against Roman ‘Rocky’ Martinez as well as his work with strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza
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Brandon Rios compares Alex Ariza’s workout routine to Angel Heredia’s ahead of Pacquiao match

More exclusive coverage from the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy in Oxnard, CA as former lightweight world champion Brandon ‘Bam Bam’ Rios (31-1-1, 23 KO’s) speaks on what it has been like working with strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza ahead of his Nov. 23 HBO pay per view showdown with Manny Pacquiao in Macau, China
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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Brian Vera face off; fight set for 173 pounds heading into HBO clash

More coverage from Los Angeles and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Brian Vera face off heading into their HBO-televised fight on Saturday night. Chavez vs. Vera is now set to take place at a contracted weight-limit of 173 pounds prior to the fight…
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Brandon Rios on Alex Ariza: ‘Why leave him on the sidelines? He does a great job at what he does’

Brandon Rios working with Alex Ariza in Oxnard, Calif. (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)

By Chris Robinson

As recently reported, former lightweight titlist Brandon Rios has acquired the services of strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza heading into his Nov. 23 clash in Macau, China with Manny Pacquiao.

As outspoken of a figure as you will find in the sport, Rios was actually in a subdued mood on Thursday afternoon prior to another workout as he discussed what it’s been like working with Ariza thus far.

“It’s something different,” Rios revealed. “Different exercises I’ve been doing. It’s tiring. I do get tired. I felt that I’m more tired this time. But, hey, I love to work out and I think it’s going to come out good. That workout is just insane. After that, and coming to the gym; we’ll be ready.”

Prior to his rematch with Mike Alvarado this past March, Rios had been testing the waters with a different strength coach, Angel ‘Memo’ Heredia, a man known best for his work with Juan Manuel Marquez.
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Nonito Donaire on sparring in Oxnard, regaining his drive, getting older, a rematch with Rigondeaux

Chris Robinson catches up with former multi-division world champion Nonito Donaire during his first week of training in Oxnard, CA. Hear what Donaire had to say about his new gym, his sparring with prospect Rudy Ochoa, his rematch with Vic Darchinyan, and much more

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Roger Mayweather not worried about Angel Garcia’s trash talk if Floyd ends up fighting Danny

Action heats up in J’Leon Love’s sparring session with Aaron Coley at the Mayweather Boxing Club

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. sharp mitt work ahead of Brian Vera fight

Diego Magdaleno mitt work with trainer Joel Diaz ahead of Chavez Jr.-Vera undercard showcase

Gennady Golovkin on Mayweather defeating Canelo and his interest in Andre Ward vs. Edwin Rodriguez

Extended footage of Miguel Cotto hitting the mitts with Freddie Roach ahead of Delvin Rodriguez bout

Heavyweight Mike Perez (19-0, 12 KO’s) training at the Summit Gym for HBO clash with Magomed

Andre Ward vs. Edwin Rodriguez set for 11/16 on HBO; insiders break down the matchup

Freddie Roach responds to Alex Ariza: ‘I really don’t want to give him any press’

Roger Mayweather reveals why Saul Alvarez beats Miguel Cotto

Gennady Golovkin blasting the heavy bag inside of the Summit Gym [Training highlights]

Miguel Cotto media workout highlights ahead of Delvin Rodriguez clash [HD]

Mayweather Sr feels Floyd should stay away from Gennady Golovkin and Sergio Martinez

Chris Robinson can be reached at Trimond@aol.com

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. sharp mitt work ahead of Brian Vera fight

More all-access coverage from Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.’s media day in Bell, CA as the former middleweight champion prepares for his Sept. 28 battle against Brian Vera

PLEASE CHECK OUT more exclusives from Chris Robinson below …

Nonito Donaire on sparring in Oxnard, regaining his drive, getting older, a rematch with Rigondeaux

Roger Mayweather not worried about Angel Garcia’s trash talk if Floyd ends up fighting Danny

Action heats up in J’Leon Love’s sparring session with Aaron Coley at the Mayweather Boxing Club

Diego Magdaleno mitt work with trainer Joel Diaz ahead of Chavez Jr.-Vera undercard showcase

Gennady Golovkin on Mayweather defeating Canelo and his interest in Andre Ward vs. Edwin Rodriguez

Extended footage of Miguel Cotto hitting the mitts with Freddie Roach ahead of Delvin Rodriguez bout

Heavyweight Mike Perez (19-0, 12 KO’s) training at the Summit Gym for HBO clash with Magomed

Andre Ward vs. Edwin Rodriguez set for 11/16 on HBO; insiders break down the matchup

Freddie Roach responds to Alex Ariza: ‘I really don’t want to give him any press’

Roger Mayweather reveals why Saul Alvarez beats Miguel Cotto

Gennady Golovkin blasting the heavy bag inside of the Summit Gym [Training highlights]

Miguel Cotto media workout highlights ahead of Delvin Rodriguez clash [HD]

Mayweather Sr feels Floyd should stay away from Gennady Golovkin and Sergio Martinez

Chris Robinson can be reached at Trimond@aol.com

Nonito Donaire on sparring in Oxnard, regaining his drive, getting older, a rematch with Rigondeaux

Chris Robinson catches up with former multi-division world champion Nonito Donaire during his first week of training in Oxnard, CA. Hear what Donaire had to say about his new gym, his sparring with prospect Rudy Ochoa, his rematch with Vic Darchinyan, and much more
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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. sharp mitt work ahead of Brian Vera fight

More all-access coverage from Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.’s media day in Bell, CA as the former middleweight champion prepares for his Sept. 28 battle against Brian Vera
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Mikey Garcia discusses what it’s been like working with Alex Ariza in camp

All-access coverage from the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy in Oxnard, CA, as former WBO featherweight champion Mikey Garcia (32-0, 27 KO’s) speaks on what it’s been like working with strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza ahead of his Nov. 9 showdown on HBO vs. Roman ‘Rocky’ Martinez
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