WATCH: NJ prospect Anthony Johns on March 25 combat, going through larger opponents

NEWARK, N.J. — Anthony Johns may have a uncommon luxurious for his subsequent combat on March 25.

The flyweight prospect Johns (5-0, 4 knockouts) will face Ramon Velasquez (7-6) in a six-round bout at Boardwalk Corridor in Atlantic Metropolis, N.J. It’s a uncommon alternative for the Newark, N.J. primarily based prospect to face a fighter his personal dimension, as there are few flyweight boxers on the east coast.

Johns, who received the 2019 Nationwide Golden Gloves title at 108 kilos, has fought opponents as large as 118 kilos, together with one who outweighed him by 5 kilos.

“Nearly each time they arrive in chubby. It’s at all times one thing however I don’t let it get to me. I practice for this, I spar larger guys, I’ve been combating larger guys all my life,” stated the 29-year-old Johns.

Velasquez of Quellon, Chile might be making his U.S. debut as he tries to snap a 6-bout shedding streak.

“He’s a brief stocky man, comes ahead, arms up, sluggish tempo. I’m gonna put somewhat strain on him, field him, be on my toes after which deliver that canine out,” stated Johns, who’s skilled by his father, former beginner standout Anthony Williams.

The combat would be the first for Johns in 2023, and he says he’s aiming for 4-5 bouts within the calendar 12 months. Johns, who  will contend at 108 kilos when he will get to the championship stage, says he isn’t fearful about who’s on the high, he simply desires their belts.

“I simply need the belts. Whoever is in the way in which, they’re getting slimed,” stated Johns.

The March 25 card might be promoted by Rising Star Promotions. The primary occasion options Kristian Prenga (12-1, 12 KOs) in opposition to Samuel Crossed (11-3-1, 7 KOs) in a ten-round bout, and also will characteristic N.J. prospects like Derek Starling and Justin Figueroa.

Ryan Songalia has written for ESPN, the New York Every day Information, Rappler and The Guardian, and is a part of the Craig Newmark Graduate Faculty of Journalism Class of 2020. He might be reached at [email protected].