by the El Reportero‘s news services
Román González and Julio César Martínez collide this weekend in a potential fight of the year contender.
‘Chocolatito’ was due to face Juan Francisco Estrada to complete their epic trilogy, but Estrada was forced out due to Covid-19.
Martinez swooped in to set up this mouth-watering clash, which pits the current WBC flyweight champion against the four-weight colossus from Nicaragua.
Gonzalez is a stunning 50-3 during his pro career and is fighting for the first time since his split-decision defeat to Edrada in March last year.
He will face a tough night against Martínez, who retained his WBC strap after his contest against McWilliams Arroyo was stopped due to an accidental head clash.
When is Chocolatito vs Martinez?
– The pair are fighting at super-flyweight as Martinez steps up.
– This weekend’s big fight will be held on Saturday, March 5.
– The Pechanga Arena in San Diego plays host.
– Things get underway at 8.30 p.m. ET, with the main event expected around 11.30pm ET.
Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
The fight will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN.
What they said
Chocolatito: “I understand and comprehend that sooner or later, I will have to say goodbye.
“That’s what truly motivates me, to get to that moment.
“I have some goals to complete in my career and then we’ll say no more.”
Martínez: “It was big news to have this big fight against an idol in Chocolatito González.
“And I’m happy because I know that we are made for these kinds of challenges.
“So we are more than ready.”
