Adam Kownacki & Sergiy Derevyanchenko media workout quotes

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Kownacki will return to fight at Barclays Center for the 11th time in his career as he takes on Turkish Olympian Ali Eren Demirezen in the co-main event live on SHOWTIME. The SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING® tripleheader is headlined by two-division champion Danny “Swift” Garcia making his 154-pound debut against exciting contender Jose Benavidez Jr.

Derevyanchenko, who trains in Brooklyn, will meet Joshua Conley in a 10-round bout that highlights a stacked undercard lineup.

Tickets for the live event, which TGB Promotions and DSG Promotions promote, are on sale now and can be purchased through seatgeek.com and barclayscenter.com. Tickets are also available at the American Express Box Office at Barclays Center.

Here is what the fighters had to say Wednesday from world famous Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn:

ADAM KOWNACKI

“It’s fantastic to be back at Barclays Center. I can’t wait to be back in there. I’m ready to get back in line for a championship fight.

“I have had to work on footwork and keeping my hands up. I have to be smart. One shot can change everything. It was some bad luck getting caught in each fight. I tried to make the best of it and leave everything in the ring. It was a life lesson.

“I’m coming back stronger. I’ve been sparring with no issues with the broken orbital bone. I’m feeling great, and I can’t wait to return.

“I want to be active again. I’m focused on this win, and we can talk about getting back in the ring early next year. It’s tunnel-vision on July 30.

“I appreciate the fans who have been there to support me. Those fans keep me motivated mentally. Barclays Center is going to be red and white. I’m excited to feel that atmosphere.

“Right now, I’m just focused on Demirezen. That’s the man in front of me. I have to tear down that wall that’s in front of me. That’s all I’m focused on.

“I’m facing a strong Olympian who’s got good size, so I expect a great fight. It will be a good test for me, but I’m looking to ace it and move on to better things. Right now, Demirezen has all of my attention.”

SERGIY DEREVYANCHENKO

“I want to fight any of the champions at middleweight. There are many strong fighters in the division, and I want to face any of them. Jaime Munguia would be a great fight.

“I still feel strong at middleweight. I will keep working and facing the best challengers I can get, so I’m back in title contention.

“I want to come back more robust, ready to show it. I’m always fighting for Ukraine. I represent my country every time I step into the ring.

“It’s always fun to fight at Barclays Center. It’s a big arena, and they have amazing crowds. I can’t wait to be back in the ring.

“I feel strong physically. I still have the desire mentally, and my body is still responding and able to perform. That’s all I can ask for.

“Everyone will see my improvements on fight night. I’m facing an opponent who can jab and move. He’s not going to be very busy there, but I know I have to be ready for his counters.

“This is a big event, and I’m excited to be a part of it. I’m thrilled to be a part of it and motivated to deliver for the fans.”

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