HYANNIS – HyTown’s Jesse “Bad News” Barboza will be defending his Northeast Heavyweight Champion title tonight at Barnstable High School against Francisco Mireles of Sonora, Mexico.

Paul Gonsalves of Harwich will also be stepping into the ring against former Mexican National Team fighter Jose Humberto Corral.

Hyannis News caught up to both Cape fighters to get their thoughts leading up to tonight’s fights.

Barboza appeared confident but cautious, as he has everything to lose and his opponent has everything to gain. Barboza’s challenger is a much heavier fighter, outweighing him by nearly 50 pounds. If one of his punches catches the champ the wrong way, it could be lights out for the hometown favorite.

There are a total of five professional fights scheduled:

1. Jesse Barboza vs. Francisco Mireles (8 Rounds)
2. Paul Gonsalves vs. Jose Humberto Corral (8 Rounds)
3. Vinnie Carita vs. Rafael Valenzuela (8 Rounds)
4. Tolan Tascoe vs. Paulo Desouza (4 Rounds)
5. Malik Jackson vs. Bryan Abraham (4 Rounds)

The following video highlights the weigh-in for tonight’s fights and some of the fun that is in store. Press play, learn more about the weight and condition of each fighter, along with the electricity surrounding what is sure to be an exciting evening of professional boxing.

NOTE:  THE FOLLOWING VIDEO WAS FILMED LAST NIGHT, THE ACTUAL FIGHT IS TONIGHT!!!

[Press play… Select HD in the settings and enlarge player for best quality…]
(* Music at tonight’s weigh-in by the Cape Cod Slackers]

MUST SEE HIGHLIGHTS:  Also, if you missed the last Cape Cod boxing night, the following video shows just a few of the incredible highlights from what will surely go down as one of the most exciting sporting events in Cape Cod boxing history!

And in case you missed it, here is Jesse Barboza’s last fight where he knocked out Jesse Oltmanns in the first round… [In its HI-DEF entirety]  Check out the crowd’s excitement and jubilation!

Tonight’s venue is at Barnstable High School, which is good because there are more seats and tickets are still available. This is a family friendly event (no alcohol) and fans of all ages are welcome. Doors open at 6:00PM and the first bout is scheduled for 7:00PM.

Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online in advance by clicking here and visiting the Boston Boxing website.

Tickets may also be purchased at the door, but only cash will be accepted.

Don’t miss this night of boxing featuring two of Cape Cod’s own! Professional boxing is back and there are rumblings of more exciting surprises right around the corner in 2016.

HN is looking forward to seeing everyone come out and cheer on our local professional athletes. And if you weren’t at last summer’s boxing night, you don’t want to miss out…

… because   Cape Cod professional boxing is back!

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