Live Pro Boxing
April 27, 2025 at 3pm
Professional boxing is set to return to Carteret, New Jersey, as Rising Star Promotions, led by WBA Gold Middleweight World Champion Thomas “Cornflake” LaManna, brings an action-packed event to the Carteret Performing & Arts Center on Sunday afternoon, April 27th headlined by Rising Star Promotions Jr. Welterweight “Johnboy” Jonathan Montrel (19-3 13KOs) of New Orleans, Louisania.
This premier event, held in conjunction with the Borough of Carteret, will be broadcasted live and exclusively on DAZN, bringing world-class boxing to a global audience and promises an exciting lineup of high-stakes bouts featuring rising stars and seasoned contenders.
"I want to sincerely thank DAZN for the opportunity to bring grassroots club show boxing to their global platform," said Thomas LaManna, President of Rising Star Promotions. "This partnership allows us to showcase the incredible talent of many unknown fighters who deserve a chance to shine. It’s a huge step forward for the sport, and we’re proud to be part of it."
Adding to the excitement, former Undisputed World Champion Seniesa “Super Bad” Estrada will join veteran broadcaster Claudia Trejos on the live commentary team, bringing expert analysis and insight to the DAZN broadcast along with veteran Ring Announcer Lupe Contreras inside the ring.
“For the past 10 years, Rising Star Promotions has been a rollercoaster ride filled with passion, perseverance, and unforgettable moments. My goal is to leave a lasting impression, not just on the fans watching, but on the hundreds of fighters and supporters who have been part of this journey. This is bigger than boxing; it’s about creating opportunities and building a legacy." Cornflake LaManna said in closing.
FULL UNDERCARD
8 ROUNDS
Super Middleweight Nadim Salloum (13-2 7KOs) of Jounieh, Lebanon.
WBA #10 Chiara Dituri (9-2 3KhOs) of Brooklyn, New York squares off in a Super Featherweight bout.
6 ROUNDS
Current IBF Welterweight Champion Jaron "Boots" Ennis proteges Ismail Muhammad (7-0 4KOs) and Dennis Thompson (5-0 3KOs) both of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Undefeated Featherweight Malik Nelson (5-0 4KOs) of nearby Avenel, New Jersey will round out the undercard as the featured attraction.
Rising Star Promotions own Gabriel Gerena (7-1 6KOs) of Piscataway, New Jersey continues his comeback in a Jr. Welterweight bout.
Rising Star Promotions Justin Palmieri (4-0 2KOs) of Maple Shade, New Jersey will take on New Orleans, Louisania's Joshua Draughter (5-5-1, 1KO) in a Super Featherweight bout.
4 ROUNDS
Koby Williams (4-1 3KOs) of nearby Brooklyn, New York looks to bounce back after suffering first career defeat to Nicholas Isaac this past February from New York City on DAZN. Williams is managed by TMA Management.
Muhammad Noori (3-0 1KO) of Woodbridge, New Jersey.
DKO Boxing's Jr. Welterweight Julio Sanchez III (1-0) and Heavyweight Bruce Seldon Jr. (5-0 4KOs), both off of victories March 22nd on DAZN.
Bloomingdale, New Jersey's Kirc Bargamento will make his Professional Debut in a Lightweight bout.
Elvina White (5-1 2KOs) of Los Angeles, California kicks off the night in a Lightweight bout with Destiny Jones (5-3 2KOs) of Austin, Texas.
Fans can expect an afternoon of electrifying matchups in a premier venue that continues to elevate combat sports in the region. Rising Star Promotions remains dedicated to showcasing top-tier boxing talent while delivering an unforgettable experience for fight enthusiasts.
*Boxer lineup subject to change
Professional boxing is set to return to Carteret, New Jersey, as Rising Star Promotions, led by WBA Gold Middleweight World Champion Thomas “Cornflake” LaManna, brings an action-packed event to the Carteret Performing & Arts Center on Sunday afternoon, April 27th headlined by Rising Star Promotions Jr. Welterweight “Johnboy” Jonathan Montrel (19-3 13KOs) of New Orleans, Louisania.
This premier event, held in conjunction with the Borough of Carteret, will be broadcasted live and exclusively on DAZN, bringing world-class boxing to a global audience and promises an exciting lineup of high-stakes bouts featuring rising stars and seasoned contenders.
"I want to sincerely thank DAZN for the opportunity to bring grassroots club show boxing to their global platform," said Thomas LaManna, President of Rising Star Promotions. "This partnership allows us to showcase the incredible talent of many unknown fighters who deserve a chance to shine. It’s a huge step forward for the sport, and we’re proud to be part of it."
Adding to the excitement, former Undisputed World Champion Seniesa “Super Bad” Estrada will join veteran broadcaster Claudia Trejos on the live commentary team, bringing expert analysis and insight to the DAZN broadcast along with veteran Ring Announcer Lupe Contreras inside the ring.
“For the past 10 years, Rising Star Promotions has been a rollercoaster ride filled with passion, perseverance, and unforgettable moments. My goal is to leave a lasting impression, not just on the fans watching, but on the hundreds of fighters and supporters who have been part of this journey. This is bigger than boxing; it’s about creating opportunities and building a legacy." Cornflake LaManna said in closing.
FULL UNDERCARD
8 ROUNDS
Super Middleweight Nadim Salloum (13-2 7KOs) of Jounieh, Lebanon.
WBA #10 Chiara Dituri (9-2 3KhOs) of Brooklyn, New York squares off in a Super Featherweight bout.
6 ROUNDS
Current IBF Welterweight Champion Jaron "Boots" Ennis proteges Ismail Muhammad (7-0 4KOs) and Dennis Thompson (5-0 3KOs) both of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Undefeated Featherweight Malik Nelson (5-0 4KOs) of nearby Avenel, New Jersey will round out the undercard as the featured attraction.
Rising Star Promotions own Gabriel Gerena (7-1 6KOs) of Piscataway, New Jersey continues his comeback in a Jr. Welterweight bout.
Rising Star Promotions Justin Palmieri (4-0 2KOs) of Maple Shade, New Jersey will take on New Orleans, Louisania's Joshua Draughter (5-5-1, 1KO) in a Super Featherweight bout.
4 ROUNDS
Koby Williams (4-1 3KOs) of nearby Brooklyn, New York looks to bounce back after suffering first career defeat to Nicholas Isaac this past February from New York City on DAZN. Williams is managed by TMA Management.
Muhammad Noori (3-0 1KO) of Woodbridge, New Jersey.
DKO Boxing's Jr. Welterweight Julio Sanchez III (1-0) and Heavyweight Bruce Seldon Jr. (5-0 4KOs), both off of victories March 22nd on DAZN.
Bloomingdale, New Jersey's Kirc Bargamento will make his Professional Debut in a Lightweight bout.
Elvina White (5-1 2KOs) of Los Angeles, California kicks off the night in a Lightweight bout with Destiny Jones (5-3 2KOs) of Austin, Texas.
Fans can expect an afternoon of electrifying matchups in a premier venue that continues to elevate combat sports in the region. Rising Star Promotions remains dedicated to showcasing top-tier boxing talent while delivering an unforgettable experience for fight enthusiasts.
*Boxer lineup subject to change
