Arlington, Texas (September 14, 2016)–Below are quotes from middleweight contender,Willie Monroe, Jr. from his media workout on Tuesday that took place at the Texan Resort and Convention Center. Willie Monore Jr. vs Gabriel Rosado Odds have Monroe Jr. as a -175 moneyline favorite ($175 Bet pays out $275)
Monroe, 20-2, 6 KO’s, will face Gabriel Rosado, 23-9, 13 KO’s, in a 12-round bout for the WBO Inter-Continental title, which will serve as the co-feature bout to the Canelo Alvarez – Liam Smith WBO Junior Middleweight title bout on September 17th from AT&T Stadium and televised live on HBO Pay-Per-View.
WILLIE MONROE JR., Former Middleweight World Title Challenger:
“It’s going to be a fun night this September 17. I am ready to get in and brawl. It’s a privilege to be under one of the biggest HBO cards of the year. Going up against Rosado will be interesting, and I am ready to see what he brings into the ring.”
“The fans can expect an exciting night of boxing; I will go out and show them the best Willie Monroe, Jr.”