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Undefeated Knockout Artist Amari “The Reaper” Jones Headlines First-Ever DAZN Card Against Former World Champion Vincenzo “Il Capo” Gualtieri PhilBoxing.com Fri, 24 Apr 2026 Cruiserweight Fighter Robin "Robz" Safar to Return in Co-Main Event Friday, May 22 at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. and Exclusively Live on DAZN Tickets Available Starting Tomorrow, Friday, April 24, via Ticketmaster.com San Jose, Calif. (April 23, 2026) — Undefeated knockout artist Amari “The Reaper” Jones (16-0, 14 KOs) will headline in front of a hometown Bay Area crowd against former world champion Vincenzo “Il Capo” Gualtieri (25-1-1) of Germany in a 12-round middleweight fight on Friday, May 22 at SAP Center in San Jose, Calif. The event will stream live worldwide on DAZN. Tickets for Jones vs. Gualtieri go on sale Friday, April 24, at 10 a.m. PT and are priced at $150, $100, $75, $50 and $30 plus applicable fees. A limited number of Golden Boy VIP Experience seats will also be available and include exclusive merchandise and fightnight upgrades. Standard and VIP tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or GoldenBoy.com. “It’s a different kind of energy when I’m home,” said Amari Jones. “Different pressures, but they say pressure makes diamonds. On May 22nd you’re going to see me shine!” “My goal is to become world champion again,” said Vincenzo Gualtieri. “I’m looking forward to this fight because it gives me that opportunity. I will give everything to achieve this goal again, for my family and for myself.“ “It’s been nearly 20 years since we’ve brought Golden Boy to the Bay Area, and we’re coming back with a stacked show,” said Chairman and CEO Oscar De La Hoya. “With one of our must-watch fighters, Amari Jones, headlining against former world champion Vincenzo Gualtieri, this is a fight where the pressure is on both men to show up and deliver to fight fans.” “It’s a different kind of energy when I’m home,” said Amari Jones. “Different pressures, but they say pressure makes diamonds. On May 22nd you’re going to see me shine!” “My goal is to become world champion again,” said Vincenzo Gualtieri. “I’m looking forward to this fight because it gives me that opportunity. I will give everything to achieve this goal again, for my family and for myself.“ “It’s been nearly 20 years since we’ve brought Golden Boy to the Bay Area, and we’re coming back with a stacked show, said Chairman and CEO Oscar De La Hoya. “With one of our must-watch fighters, Amari Jones, headlining against former world champion Vincenzo Gualtieri, this is a fight where the pressure is on both men to show up and deliver to fight fans.” Amari “The Reaper” Jones is rapidly establishing himself as a serious contender in the middleweight division, combining power with a composed, versatile style. He made a strong statement in his most recent outing, stopping Luis Arias after Arias declined to continue following the third round of their scheduled 10-round bout on the Mario Barrios vs. Ryan Garcia pay-per-view card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, further reinforcing his reputation as a dangerous finisher. Since turning professional in April 2021, Jones has compiled an undefeated 16-0 record with 14 knockouts, showcasing his skills across the United States, Australia, Mexico and Equatorial Guinea. His ability to switch fluidly between orthodox and southpaw stances adds another layer to his game, making him a difficult puzzle for opponents. His momentum amplified in June 2025 when Jones signed with Golden Boy Promotions, a pivotal step to elevate his profile and expand his opportunities on a global stage. He made an immediate impression in his Golden Boy debut, scoring a third-round knockout over Shady Gamhour at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on the undercard of Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin in November 2025. Before entering the professional ranks, Jones built a strong amateur foundation, winning multiple national titles and consistently testing himself against top competition. Now training under respected coach Virgil Hunter, he continues to refine his craft while climbing the rankings, currently sitting No. 4 with the IBF, No. 15 with the WBC and No. 10 with Ring Magazine. Representing Oakland, California, Jones brings together natural athleticism and a rugged edge that gives him a distinctive presence in the ring. Vincenzo “El Capo” Gualtieri is a German middleweight contender and former IBF world champion with a professional record of 25-1-1, including 8 knockouts. Gualtieri made his biggest breakthrough when he captured the vacant IBF middleweight world title in a major upset, earning a unanimous decision victory over Brazil’s Esquiva Falcão and announcing himself on the world stage. Gualtieri’s reign was tested in his first defense, where he faced unbeaten unified champion Zhanibek Alimkhanuly in an IBF and WBO title unification bout, ultimately coming up short via sixth-round TKO. Since that defeat, “El Capo” has rebounded strongly, putting together a four-fight winning streak as he works his way back into title contention and re-establishes himself among the top names in the middleweight division. Also on the card, undefeated cruiserweight Robin “ROBZ” Safar (19-0, 13 KOs) will return in the co-main event in a 12-round fight. His opponent will soon be announced. Robin “ROBZ” Safar grew up in the Stockholm suburb of Visättra, where he faced a challenging environment that shaped his resilience and drive. He discovered boxing at 19 as a way to change the direction of his life, and under the guidance of trainer Ibn Cason, he has developed into a standout professional with an undefeated record of 19-0, including 13 knockouts. Safar made a major statement in the summer of 2024 with a breakthrough victory over former light heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, instantly establishing himself as a rising force in the cruiserweight division. In March 2025, he made his Golden Boy debut with a fifth-round TKO win over Roberto Silva in Cancun, Mexico, and followed it up with a unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Derrick Miller Jr. on the undercard of Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin at Dickies Arena. Now ranked No. 4 by the WBO, No. 9 by Ring Magazine, and No. 13 by both the WBC and IBF, Safar continues his climb toward a world title opportunity. His rapid rise in the sport reflects his discipline, development and determination to reach the top of the cruiserweight division.  |
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