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In preparation for their bout tonight at El Palacio de los Deportes in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, the main event fighters weighed in yesterday.
WBA Lightweight Title Eliminator
Ameth Diaz: 134.25 lb
Joan Guzman: 135 lb
Guzman, 28-0 (17) will take on WBA Fedelatin Lightweight Champion Ameth Diaz, 25-7 (19), of Panama this Saturday, Dec. 20. The 12-round fight is presented by Jay Boxing Promotions and will be Guzman's first since outpointing Soto last November. The bout also serves as a WBA lightweight title eliminator.
Guzman didn't have much to say at the weigh in, but he did share a few thoughts. "I had a great training camp and made weight without a problem," he said. "I am feeling strong and healthy and I'm ready to give Diaz one of the toughest fights of his career.
"I did not come to the Dominican Republic to lose in front of my people. Everyone will see Saturday that their Dominican champ is back and better than ever."
The fight will be available on Directv Channel 434 and Dish Network Channel 844, please check local listings for time in your area.
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