Manila, Philippines - For challenger Brian Viloria, losing to WBO flyweight champion Julio Cesar Miranda of Mexico will likely mean the end of his boxing career. “It’s a must-win fight for Brian,” said Gomez in a phone interview from Honolulu yesterday. The way I see it, if Miranda wins, it’s over for Brian.”
Gomez’ assessment has upped the stakes for Viloria. Gomez has been in Viloria’s corner since he turned pro in 2001. As a cutman, he worked five fights with Manny Pacquiao, including the knockout win over Lehlo Ledwaba for the IBF superbantamweight crown. For the Miranda bout, Gomez will be joined in Viloria’s corner by trainer Mario Morales and WBA female superfeatherweight titleholder Kina (Dinamita) Malpartida of Peru.
Fighting in Honolulu where Viloria was born has its good and bad points, said Gomez. Brian is very focused on winning. Gomez said Viloria is well-prepared for battle. “Brian’s a true trouper. Gomez said Viloria is on weight and right on target. As for his sparmates, Gomez said Viloria worked out with Alex (Hands of Steel) Solorio, Japanese switch-hitter Takashi Okada and superbantamweight Raymond Chacon. Viloria logged about 150 rounds of sparring.
“Okada fights just like Miranda who likes to switch-hit. Gomez said the atmosphere in Honolulu is festive. “Everywhere Brian goes, he’s mobbed by fans wishing him well,” he said. The fans are really supportive of Brian. It’s been a while since Honolulu hosted a world title fight so this is something special particularly as Brian is involved.”
Last February, Miranda disposed of Filipino challenger Arden Diale in four rounds. Brian "The Hawaiian Punch" Viloria moves up to conquer the Flyweight division against WBO Champion Julio Cesar Miranda July 16 at the Blaisdell Arena.
06.17.2011– ISLAND ASSAULT 2: BRIAN VILORIA V. JULIO CESAR MIRANDA - SATURDAY, JULY 16, 7PM BLAISDELL ARENA
Two-time World Champion Brian Viloria (28-3-0, 16 KOs) returns to his native Hawaii for the toughest fight of his illustrious career against World Boxing Organization (WBO) Flyweight Champion Julio Cesar Miranda (32-5-1, 28 KOs) of Mexico.
The July 16 duel will be Miranda's third defense of his title after a five-fight winning streak. Viloria is on an upswing as well after winning two straight fights, one by knockout. Now the Filipino-American is ready for a title shot amidst the support of his home state and Filipino community.
"We've supported Brian Viloria through thick and thin and we are excited that he will get his chance to win another world title for himself and for the country," said Peter Chanliong, CEO of Solar Entertainment Corporation. "We've always believed that Brian is capable of winning another world title."
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