The Rumble at Rosecroft

Professional boxing on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Rosecroft Raceway.

Boxers and match-ups: Eights bouts of professional boxing, rarely seen in DC area.

Dusty Hernandez Harrison v. Freddie Jenkins, Jr. DC based Dusty used to be promoted by Jay-Z's company (Roc Nation). His fight at Rosecroft will be his first fight as a pro in Maryland. Undefeated in 31 fights. Returning to ring after a long absence. In first come-back fight on March 30, 2019, scored a knock-out in 1 minute and 46 seconds. https://www.boxingscene.com/dusty-harrison-blasts-out-bruce-rumbolz-one-results--137591 Opponent Fred Jenkins, Jr, of Philadelphia, is as tough as they come. 10-5, with three KO's.

Mike Balogun v. Marquis Valentine. This is a heavyweight fight. Mike was a college football star and had a short NFL career, including a stint on the Redskins practice squad. He lives in Upper Marlboro, MD. Mike had no background in boxing. He has learned on the job and now is undefeated in 12 fights, with nine KO's.

Cruiserweight Joe Jones (9-1, with seven KO's) of Leesburg, VA, will be matching up with Montez Brown (8-0, with six KO's) of Virginia Beach, Virginia. A fight with some big gentlemen with 17 prior bouts and one loss between them.

Tickets will be on sale at Rosecroft on Saturday, April 6th from 5:00-7:00 pm by the front door.

For on-line tickets, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rumble-at-rosecroft-tickets-58603721308?aff=kbw

For more information, contact Ken Weckstein. ken@kbwpromotions.com