Boxers officially ink contracts

Next Gen & HJ Entertainment’s “Not In My House”

By Timothy Jaikarran

It all goes down on Saturday September 28 at the Durban Park in Georgetown, when Next Gen Global Marketing and Hits & Jams Entertainment present “Not In My House” – an event featuring more than 50 rounds of top quality boxing, which is scheduled to commence at 18:30 hrs.

At the official signing of the boxers, Promoter Aleem Hussain said, “We are expecting a total of 12,000 to 15,000 in attendance, as this is going to be one of Guyana’s most premiere event. It’s a unique event because all of our sponsors will be giving away free tickets to their clients, sponsors and families.
“It is our hope that this becomes the model for all boxing matches in Guyana, and with all the partnerships coming on board, this looks to be one of the greatest boxing events in Guyana.
“Thanks to cooperation (from) Minister Norton of the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, the event will be hosted at Durban Park, in the heart of the city, for easy access to transportation.”
President of the Guyana Boxing Board of Control (GBBC), Peter Abdool, who also made remarks, said he is pleased with this new form of boxing, as it will bring a large turnout. He noted that the amateurs will be showcased apart from the professionals.
“…essentially, cricket is currently dominating sports in Guyana…but I would like to believe that these fighters can add some sparkle to the event and put on a good show for the people (of) Guyana. There have been a couple of additions to the card, as Kwesi Jones will be fighting Edmond Declou in the catchweight category; while added to the card will be a female component of Pearline Lochan taking on Sharon Warde and Patrick Boston battling Duel Augustin.
“We have chosen to include a female bout as we would want to promote and have this type of representation at this event.”
The main event of the night will see Dexter Marques battling Jose Antonio Jimenez, a Colombian fighter who is undefeated in 21 fights.
Marques has said he would leave his talking for the ring, since his preparation is coming along nicely. He noted that he has sacrificed a lot in his aim to be a world champion, hence he is keenly studying his opponent, and vows to take him out.
Marques has promised to punish Jimenez come September 28.
There will also be an after- party powered by 94.1FM and HJ Entertainment Guyana Carnival. Complimentary tickets are available at Hits & Jams Entertainment’s main office, New Trend Auto, and sponsors that would be announced shortly.