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posted by Kathleen Holland on March 17, 2008, in News

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Story by Kathleen Holland
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Undefeated, Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. (35-0-1, 28 KOs) will take on Michele Orlando (35-5-2, 18 KOs) of Italy on April 26 on Top Rank’s “Latin Fury” Card.

The card, which will be carried live on “Latin Fury” Pay-Per-View will include 4 televised bouts.

Chavez, Jr., son of legendary three time world champion, Julio Cesar Chavez last fought Jose Celaya (31-4, 30 KOs) on February 9, 2008 in Leon, Mexico for the vacant WBC Continental America Super Welterweight title when he scored an 8th round TKO.

“The last couple of fights have been very tough, but I have found a way to win them and that’s the most important thing.” Said Chavez. “I plan on having a big year and this second fight of 2008 will show that I am ready to take bigger challenges.”

His opponent, Michele Orlando, most recently fought Eugen Stan (4-34, 1 KO) on December 12, 2007 when he won a six round decision in Lombardia, Italy.


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