Boxing GGG To Return To MSG to Face Steve Rolls GGG is looking for his first win since losing to Canelo Alvarez in their September rematch. by Daniel Yanofsky April 17, 2019 If Gennady Golovkin wants to have one more fight with Canelo Alvarez, he must be ready at a moments notice. He is taking that to heart, as a fight between him and Steve Rolls has been made official. The bout will take place on June 8 inside Madison Square Garden in New York. This is the first fight GGG (38-1-1) will have under his six-fight, nine-figure deal with DAZN he signed on March 8th. “I am very excited to be returning to the ring and bringing the Big Drama Show back to Madison Square Garden. The Garden’s fans are fantastic,” said GGG. “I love boxing and I promise to bring the best of me to everyone who will be watching me in an all-action fight with Steve Rolls. I am very happy that GGG Promotions has a new home at DAZN.” Golovkin is fighting for the first time since losing every middleweight title he owns to Canelo Alvarez back in September. This was a rematch from their 2017 draw. His his last three fights GGG is 1-1-1. This will be a chance for Rolls (19-0) to get his name out there to a massive audience. The 35-year-old will be making his MSG debut and is the current USBA Middleweight Champion, winning the title back in December. With 10 wins via knockout, Rolls’ opportunity is one he will never forget. “I want to sincerely thank DAZN and GGG himself for giving me the opportunity to challenge one of the best fighters in the world,” said Rolls. “But let me be clear: I’ve won national championships and represented my country, and Golovkin is just a man. I’m coming to win this fight and put my name among the best middleweights in the world.” A win by GGG could provide him the opportunity to face the winner of Canelo v. Daniel Jacobs. He is hoping his next fight will be in September. While this specific fight doesn’t sound like one that entices many, it is a chance for both fighters to prove themselves. For Rolls, it is all about showing the world who he is compared to what they think he is. For Golovkin, the chance to get back to the top while also making a good payday is never something you can simply ignore. Post Views: 527 The following two tabs change content below.BioLatest Posts Daniel Yanofsky Baseball Editor, Misc. Sports Editor. Covers all things combat sports (MMA, Pro Wrestling and Boxing). When he's not writing, Daniel hosts a podcast, The Main Event. Latest posts by Daniel Yanofsky (see all) Mets hire Luis Rojas to replace Carlos Beltran as manager - January 23, 2020 An Outsider’s 2020 Hall of Fame Ballot - January 21, 2020 A Wild Yo Sighting: Yoenis Cespedes participates in running, fielding and hitting drills - January 21, 2020 Following Conor McGregor’s win at UFC 246, is “The King” truly back? - January 20, 2020 Related TopicsBoxingDAZNGennady GolovkinGGGGolovkin v. RollsSteve Rolls Click to comment You must be logged in to post a comment Login Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment. Newsletter Subscription Can't Miss Posts! Women in Sports: NHL Network Host, Jackie Redmond by Nicholas Durst | posted on March 4, 2019 Women in Sports Interview Series: It’s a sure bet with Philadelphia native, Erin Kate Dolan (VIDEO) by Denise Gonzalez | posted on March 17, 2020 No Shame in Their Game – Female Mixed Martial Artists Use Onlyfans to Make Money by Brandon Berrios | posted on December 4, 2020 XFL Co-Owner Dany Garcia Talks Business, Serving Others at espnW Women + Sports Summit by Candace Cordelia | posted on October 23, 2020 From Paramus High School to CBS Sports, Spero Dedes is making waves in sports broadcasting by Sunil Sunder Raj | posted on October 27, 2020 More in Boxing The Mockery of A Sport: Paul vs. Askren Jake Paul and Ben Askren are set to fight tonight, and as a fan... Poirier McGregor Trilogy Is a Hot Ticket but is the Donation Beef a Show? Before UFC 257, Conor McGregor predicted that he would win the fight, but more... The Paul Brothers are Bad for Combat Sports Obviously this is just my opinion, but with Jake Paul and Logan Paul getting... Floyd Mayweather Set to Square Up Against Logan Paul The richest athlete in the world is about to add to his north of... Undisputed: Katie Taylor To Face Delfine Persoon for Lightweight Glory Jarrell Miller denied license by NYAC following failed drug test