Thomas LaManna vs Juan Abreu June 8 at Bally’s in Atlantic City

Get ready for an electrifying showdown as Thomas LaManna steps into the ring to vie for the prestigious WBA Gold Middleweight World Title. The thrilling 12-round bout is set to take place on June 8 at Bally’s in Atlantic City, N.J., and it's shaping up to be a spectacle you won't want to miss.

Promoted by Main Events in collaboration with LaManna’s Rising Star Promotions, this matchup promises high-octane action from start to finish. LaManna, hailing from Millville, NJ, has been on an unstoppable ascent, boasting an impressive record of 37 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw, with 16 knockouts to his name. Following a setback against Erislandy Lara in a 2021 middleweight title bout, LaManna bounced back with a remarkable seven-fight winning streak, catapulting him onto the global stage.

A hometown hero with an undefeated record in Atlantic City, LaManna has thrilled fans with 21 victories and no losses overall, including seven wins at Bally’s. Since his professional debut in 2011, he has amassed a treasure trove of titles, including the New Jersey State Welterweight Title, the WBC FECARBOX title, and the WBA Fedalatin title, among others. With two successful title defenses in Atlantic City under his belt, LaManna is poised to add another accolade to his illustrious career.

Standing in LaManna’s path is the formidable Juan Carlos “Merengue” Abreu, a powerhouse from La Romana, Dominican Republic. With a record of 26 wins, 7 losses, and 1 draw, Abreu is no stranger to championship glory, having previously held the World Boxing Council International Super Welterweight title and the International Boxing Federation Youth Super Lightweight title. Renowned for his knockout prowess, Abreu has dispatched five of his last seven opponents with thunderous power.

Tickets for this epic showdown are now available, priced at $75, $120, $150, and $250.

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