Regis Prograis puts his super lightweight world title on the line against Danielito Zorrilla

He Super lightweight champion of the World Boxing Council, Regis Prograiswill defend his title against the Puerto Rican Danielito Zorrillathis Saturday June 17 at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Programs (28-1, 24 KOs) became world champion at 140 pounds by knockout Jose Zepedain 11 rounds at DignityHealth in California (USA) in November.

The 34-year-old New Orleans native has lost his most recent bouts Juan Heraldez, Ivan Redkach, and Tyrone McKenna.

For his part, Zorrilla (17-1, 13 knockouts), promoted by former champion Miguel Cottohas a golden opportunity to win the WBC green and gold title on June 17, replacing the injured Liam Paro. The 29-year-old faced men like Pablo Cesar Cano and Arnold Barbosa Jr.

The two fighters face each other and comment on several aspects of the fascinating fight they will have:

“It’s not hard to focus because when you fight someone who people say is lower than you, those are the dangerous and difficult fights, because you don’t know what they have, and you have to shine against them,” said Prograis.

“There is pressure on me as I fight at home in New Orleans. My people came to see me. I’m the best at 140 pounds and I’ll prove it on Saturday.”

for his part skunk commented: “I know people think I have no chance to beat Prograis. This is what motivates me. I like it because I see it as a challenge. No one is taking me for granted, but I hope myself and on Saturday I will show who I am and give Puerto Rico a new world champion.

“Not being the favorite boxer, the surprise is even bigger. I use all my fights as motivation. I’m preparing hard for a tough fight. I’m ready for anyone. I’m not afraid of challenges. That’s why we’re here. Also, boxers’ careers are short, so you can’t miss opportunities like this,” he concluded.