As we look to 2025, we recall the exhilarating moment when Premier Boxing Champions made its debut on Bounce TV. The event was more than just a boxing match—it marked a new era in sports broadcasting, with the network showcasing future stars and potential champions. As we reminisce on the unforgettable bouts and victories, we can’t help but appreciate the role of figures like Chris “Ludacris” Bridges who played a pivotal role in promoting this groundbreaking series. Let’s dive into this historic event and recall the excitement that gripped the nation.
Premier Boxing Champions Comes to Bounce TV
On Sunday, August 2, the Premier Boxing Champions made its grand debut on Bounce TV. This new monthly series, PBC – The Next Round, was designed to showcase the sport’s future stars and potential champions. Not just limited to television, the network also streamed the telecast live on BounceTV.com, expanding its reach to a broader audience.
Chris “Ludacris” Bridges Steps into the Ring
The multi-platinum selling, ®- winning and actor, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, helped promote the debut of Premier Boxing Champions – The Next Round through a series of promotional videos. These spots, featuring Ludacris, were widely broadcast on Bounce TV, generating significant buzz for the series.
The Main Event
The series premiere of PBC – The Next Round, showcased a thrilling 12-round World Bantamweight Championship fight between Olympians Juan Carlos “Baby Pacquiao” Payano and Rau’e “Nuke” Warren. Both fighters, with undefeated records, brought their A-game to the battle for the title.
The Co-Feature
Adding to the excitement was a two-fight tournament in the junior middleweight division. The first 10-round match featured Olympic Silver Medalist Yudel Jhonson against the formidable Jorge Cota. The second fight saw Olympian John Jackson taking on Dennis Laurente. The winners of these two bouts were set to face-off on a date later.
So, let’s keep the memory of these electrifying moments alive as we anticipate more thrilling bouts in the future. #PBC #Boxing #BounceTV #SportsBroadcasting #Throwback2025
