Promoter Joe DeGuardia’s “Paradise Punch-Out” Star Boxing event at the Bermuda Athletic Association Grounds in Bermuda on Saturday night was a tremendous success. The fights, which were the island’s lead story in the newspapers, TV and on the radio, were enjoyed by a sell-out, standing-room-only crowd that loudly voiced its appreciation.

In the main event, Star Boxing heavyweight prospect David Defiagbon was very impressive in winning the vacant WBA FedeCentro Heavyweight Championship via TKO 5 over always-tough Ron Guerrero.  Defiagbon's piston-like jab was the difference in handling the dangerous Guerrero. The polished-looking new champion said that his dramatically increased activity rate (under new promoter DeGuardia) has renewed his vigor for battle. After a tune-up fight in late June, Defiagbon is scheduled for high-profile Friday Night Fights appearance on July 23 vs. long-time contender Oleg Maskaev. He is now 21-0 (12).

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