Juan Francisco Estrada in his third fight with Chocolatito: “It will be another guaranteed fight”
By: Sean Crose
“This is it for all the marbles and to see who is the best at 115lbs because we are drawing 1-1 in the first two games,” said Juan Francisco Estrada. his highly anticipated third matchup against Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez. “We’ve had a few changes to the dates, but I make sure to stay active in the gym even during the holidays because I know how important this trio is.” The highly-anticipated third bout between the two decorated boxers was supposed to take place in October. However, as usual in recent years, Covid got in the way, this time by infecting Chocolatito, and postponed the duel. Now, however, a battle date of March 5 has been set.
Estrada said: “The first two fights were very close and controversial, that’s why I’m going to make sure I show up as ready as possible and I hope that Gonzalez is too, so that this time we are There’s no doubt about who’s the best man, and I can’t wait to show everyone that I’m the better fighter. The first two are war and this one will be no different that’s why people shouldn’t miss it, it will be another guaranteed war. Like Estrada, Chocolatito is seizing the opportunity to once again prove who is the better fighter.
Chocolatito said: “I want to thank God first of all, my family, my team as well as Matchroom and Teiken for this incredible opportunity. “I also want to thank the WBC, WBA and The Ring Magazine for titles at stake. I believe the winners will be the fans because a great battle will be held on March 5 in the name of God.” Chocolatito played Estrada for the first time in 2012, opening with a decisive unanimous victory. The second battle between the men, which took place in 2017, was won by Estrada through a controversial division decision.
“This is simply a must-see action for any fight fan on March 5,” declared Matchroom honcho promoter Eddie Hearn. “Their second game last year was the best I’ve ever watched live, and I have no doubt that it will be a spectacular third to take this up there with a fantastic trio of sports. this sport.” Chocolatito-Estrada 3 will take place at San Diego, California’s Pechanga Arena.