16.09.09
DENIS SHAFIKOV TO FIGHT IN ST.PETERSBURG

P3:s Denis Shafikov will fight in St.Petersburg on 25t of Sept. instead of Manchester. The bout fell trough because of the late invitations receiwed from England. "- sometimes it is like this because Russian citizens do need a visa to enter in to UK", told P3 Boxing CEO, Pekka Mäki. "- Shafikov is in a very good shape after P3:s camp in Kisakeskus.

"ZINGIS fans dont need to be worried about though, because Denis intends to come back to the ring again inside 5 weeks after St.Petersburg show", added Mäki.
Stay tuned!!

11.09.09

TWO YOUNG PROSPECTS CONTINUE TO RISE

Lightweight sensation ¨Prince¨ Edis Tatli and Super-middleweight knockout artist Niko Jokinen continue to impress fans and boxing insiders on their last two fights. Edis Tatli Knocked out inside the first round Mexico’s Walberto Gaxiola on April 18th, And Niko Jokinen has learn to go to the distance in his last two outings, the first time he went to decision was on May 30th when he fought Istvan Petroczki, and his most recent win was when he scored a 6 round unanimous decision over Ruslans Pojonisevs on August 18th. In a fight shown in MTV 3 Max live from Circus Night Club.

With the win, Niko raises his undefeated record at 6 wins 0 loses with 4 KOs, While Tatli improved to 8 wins 0 loses 1 KO, with a devastating KO over Gaxiola. More importantly, the former Finnish amateur superstars moved one step closer to some day, not very far from now became European Champions.

Now these two prospects have been added to the Asikainen Training camp, in Pohja, with the purpose for these two youngsters to join in, is for Jokinen to reinforce the sparring for Amin Asikainen, while Tatli will be doing the same thing with Russian prospect Denis ¨Djingis Khan¨ Shafikov, as they prepare to close training camp and head to Manchester and St. Petersburg for their respective fights on September 25th.

And at the same time will be the mark for Jokinen along with Tatli to begin their preparation for their up coming fight in October.

10.9.09

ASIKAINEN- MACKLIN OFFICIALS 25.09.09

REFEREE; Luigi Muratore, ITALIA

JUDGES; Arnold Golger,SAKSA, Franco Ciminale, ITALIA ja Beat Hausammann, SVEITSI09.09.2009

Asikainen Training Camp Notes 2

Helsinki, – Three time European Champion ¨Idi¨ Amin Asikainen is busy in Pohja, Finland in training camp for his upcoming showdown with former BBBofC Champion Mathew ¨ The Mack Knife¨ Macklin on September 25th at the Velodrome , in Manchester England.

Training in Kisakeskus Sports Institute, Asikainen gave his thoughts on his training and the upcoming fight with Macklin in his home country of England.

“We’ve had a great camp, training in Kisakeskus has been outstanding for me. I’ve had some terrific sparring, Gennedy Martirosyan and Kostia Piternov really helped me out” said the Kirkkonummi born Asikainen. The trainers in camp have been longtime trainer Pekka Mäki assisted by the new addition to P3 Boxing, Mexican now living in Finland, Miguel Ayala.

Speaking about Macklin, Asikainen said, ¨I’m very aware of his level of experience and the great shape he’s been in for his last couple of fights. But my time is now and I’ll be fully prepared to do whatever it takes to win on September 25th.¨ Asikainen said his weight was a little under 78Kgs. today when he weighed in.

¨It’s always great to fight at home but this time is time to fight abroad. Last April was my first fight since my defeat to Khoren Gevor. But now, I have in front of me another terrific opportunity to bring my belt back home, I’m going to win the belt and bring it back and fight in front of my fans that have been so supportive of me throughout my career.¨

Last April, in his first bout since that devastating loss, Amin fought Angentinian Antonio Valentin Ochoa to win via unanimous decision at Töölön Kisahalli.

The Asikanen vs. Macklin is scheduled twelve round bout for the EBU Middleweight Title, an outstanding evening of world class professional boxing presented by Ricky Hatton Promotions in association with P3 Boxing and Televised on MTV3 Max, 25th of September at 21.00.

Don’t miss it!!!!!

¨Idi¨ Amin Asikainen has been in training camp for about six weeks, and according to trainer Pekka Mäki, the four-time European middleweight champion is ahead of schedule: “I wish the fight was this Saturday. I’m going to bring him down now even though there’s still three weeks to go before the fight. That’s how ready he is” . . . It was nearly 15 years ago when Mäki began his first tour of duty as Asikainen’s trainer. What is different between the Asikaien then and now? “I don’t see any difference. Still the same speed and he works just as hard. Amin is wise and he uses his knowledge to the fullest. I guess some people, as they get experienced they find it harder to have goals. He’s not like that. He always sets goals for himself” . . . Asikainen at the moment is training in Kisakeskus sports center in Pohja, Finland. And it’s going 10 rounds everyday with Russian Supermiddleweight Champion Kostantin Piternov and Russian world rated Gennady Martirosyan, will end sparring about two more weeks. Team Asikainen, headed by Trainer Pekka Mäki and Amin Asikainen will arrive in Manchester, England on September 22nd at 9.35 a.m.


LAURI-TOLPPOLA HEATS UP

European Union super lightweight champion Giuseppe Lauri (47-6, 28 KOs) defends his title against the hometown hero Juho “TNT” Tolppola (22-5-1, 9 KOs) May 30 in Helsinki, Finland on the undercard of WBA world heavyweight titlefight between Nikolai Valuev and Ruslan Chagaev. Things heated up, when Lauri send Tolppola a public message from his training camp. The challenger did not like the words of Lauri.

The Italian champion is confident of victory. “Tolppola is 0-3 against Italian boxers. We are too good for him. After May 30 he will be 0-4 against Italians. My countryman Michele Di Rocco beat Tolppola in 2007 in Finland and later that year I took the title from Di Ricco. I see no reason why I would not be successful in Finland” Lauri comments.

Two time European title challenger Juho Tolppola fought very well in December 2008 against European champion Gianluca Branco in Italy, but was controversially stopped on a swelling in the side of Tolppola´s head in round nine. “I was robbed in Italy. I beat Branco and I should right now be European champion”. Tolppola is very determined to get a win over Lauri May 30. “I don´t like what Lauri is saying. I don´t want only to take his title, I really want to beat him up bad and shut him up” Tolppola states.

Tolppola is currently training for the titlefight in Helsinki. Tolppola´s main-sparring partner is unbeaten Russian prospect Denis Shafikov (19-0, 10 KOs), who will also be fighting on May 30 card. “Shafikov is much better boxer than Lauri. We are having really tough sparring sessions. I am in the best shape of my life and ready to kick some Italian ass” Tolppola informs.

Both boxers have stated that after the May 30 fight they want to go after the European super lightweight title. Lauri is currently ranked #3 by European Boxing Union (EBU), while Tolppola is ranked #6.

13.5

HELENIUS TO TAKE ON SCOTT GAMMER MAY 30

Scandinavian heavyweight hopeful Robert Helenius (7-0, 3 KOs) will face the biggest test of his career when he takes on Scott “The Hammer” Gammer on the undercard of the hotly-anticipated WBA heavyweight title fight between Nikolai Valuev and Ruslan Chagaev. The “Nordic Nightmare” confirmed his great shape with a spectacular second-round TKO victory over Ozcan Cetankaya last weekend, dusting his opponent with a huge right uppercut in the first and then again with a big right in the second.

Helenius, a silver-medallist at the 2006 European Amateur Championships, is now looking forward to a “tough challenge” at Hartwall Arena on May 30. “I am thrilled to be fighting in front of my home fans,” said the 25-year-old, who was born in Sweden and raised in Finland. “Gammer is a difficult opponent but I will defeat him. I want to show the Scandinavian public what I have learned during the one year
with Sauerland Event.”

Gammer (18-3, 9 KOs) is well-known not only in Great Britain but all over Europe. He came close to winning the EU heavyweight title last August but a hand injury forced him to retire in the eighth round against Francesco Pianeta. “Gammer is certainly the most difficult opponent Robert has ever been in the ring with,” Sauerland Event sports director Hagen Doering said. “But we have been very pleased with his development, so it is time to take the next step. With the support of his home fans, he will definitely beat Gammer. Robert is a potential champion and he will prove that in Helsinki on May 30.”

Remaining tickets for the hotly-anticipated fight night at the Hartwall Arena are available at www.lippu.fi as well as +358 600 900 900. VIP packages can be purchased at www.revengeofthegiant.com.


TOLPPOLA VS. LAURI MAY 30 IN HELSINKI

Finnish boxer Juho “TNT” Tolppola (22-5-1, 9 KOs) challenges European Union super lightweight champion Giuseppe Lauri (47-6, 28 KOs) of Italy May 30 in Helsinki, Finland. The European Union (EBU-EU) titlefight is one of the most meaningful fights on the undercard of WBA world heavyweight titlefight between Nikolai Valuev and Ruslan Chagaev.[Image link: Valuev ja Tolppola align: right]

Juho “TNT” Tolppola, 27, is a former two time European title
challenger and he has also once before unsuccessfully challenged
for the European Union title. In December 2008 Tolppola fought very
well against European champion Gianluca Branco in Italy, but was controversially stopped on a swelling in the side of Tolppola´s head
in round nine.

In February Tolppola returned to the ring and clearly outpointed Polish journeyman Maurycy Gojko in Tampere, Finland. Tolppola was set to challenge Giuseppe Lauri already April 18, but the fight had to be postponed due Tolppola´s illness.

“I want to be in the best possible shape when I step in the ring with
Mr. Lauri. The training has gone very well recently and May 30 I will be in the best shape of my life. I know that if I perform well I will be able to beat Lauri and take the title from him” Tolppola stated.

In the picture: Nikolai Valuev and Juho "TNT" Tolppola

Giuseppe Lauri, 32, is an experienced warrior with 53 professional fights under his belt. Lauri won the European Union title in 2007 by beating his previously unbeaten countryman Michele Di Rocco. In 2008 Lauri defended his title twice successfully. In his latest outing in December 2008 Lauri stopped Tolppola´s stablemate Ville Piispanen in six rounds.

Finnish based Russian hot prospect Denis “Djingis Khan” Shafikov (19-0, 10 KOs) will also appear on the undercard of Valuev vs. Chagaev rematch. Shafikov is extremely skilled 23-prospect from Miass, Russia. Shafikov has already scored good wins over high-class opponents like former WBA lightweight champion Raul Balbi and the reigning Mexican super lightweight champion Juan Carlos Rodriguez.

“Denis is a world class prospect. He is ready to fight at the highest level and I see him as a future world champion” Pekka Maeki of P3 Boxing commented.

Also on the card will be Finnish prospects Jarno Rosberg (6-0, 3 KOs), Jussi Koivula (3-0, 1 KO) Niko Jokinen (4-0, 4 KOs) and Robert Helenius (6-0, 2 KOs). Their opponents will be announced later.

More information:
www.valuevsuomessa.fi

VALUEV TO DEFEND WBA HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE AGAINST CHAGAEV IN FINLAND

Helsinki´s Hartwall-Arena will host the first-ever heavyweight title fight on Finnish soil when WBA champion Nikolai Valuev takes on Ruslan Chagaev in an eagerly anticipated rematch on May 30. The Russian Giant (50-1, 34 KOs) is determined to avenge the only loss of his career. “The day has come to settle the score,” Valuev said. “I have been waiting for two years to make amends. Only a victory over Chagaev can put my mind at rest.”

To this day, Chagaev is the only person ever to have beaten the Russian Giant, who has won all of his four fights since their meeting in April 2007. “I know everything there is to know about Chagaev,” Valuev said. “This is the fourth time I am actually preparing for a fight with him.” Last summer, Chagaev twice pulled out of scheduled rematches due to injury problems, which prompted the WBA to vacate the title. Valuev defeated John Ruiz in August to become the new WBA heavyweight champion, while Chagaev has been listed as “champion in recess” ever since. “Now is the time to end all this confusion,” Valuev said. “There will only be one WBA heavyweight champion after May 30 – and that will be me.”

The local promoter of the event will be Tailor Events in cooperation with Live Nation and Pekka Maki´s P3 Boxing. Ticket sales will start on May 4 through Eventim.

More information:
www.valuevsuomessa.fi