Lewis also accepted interviews respectively. His attitude is in line with the odds of major casinos. He is more optimistic about Michael Muller, but he also believes that Zhou Quan has a chance to win, as long as he does not get hit hard continuously or KO with one punch.
Holyfield, who was defeated by Michael Muller and lost two gold belts, has basically reached the bottom of his career at this time. Now he only hopes to win the No. 1 fight with Riddick Bowe on November 5th. After three duels, he climbed out of the slump by stepping on the old guy.
In an interview, he said: "I am optimistic about Michael Muller, and I also hope to have a rematch with him. It is impossible for Iron Fist to defeat Hammer."
He also had to say this, if Mueller lost to Iron Fist, a crossover, he would be even more embarrassed as the person who lost to Mueller.
Riddick Bowe said in an interview: "After all, Hammer has won the title for the second time. His experience and punch strength are not comparable to Iron Fist.
In addition, his defensive skills are also very good. It is probably impossible for Iron Fist to hit the hammer like David Tua.
I think Hammer's chance lies in heavy punches. As long as he hits a few times, Iron Fist won't be able to hold on and will probably be directly KO'd. "
On this day, the current head of WBC, Oliver McCall, also came to the casino. The winner between Zhou Quan and Michael Muller will be his challenger in the defense of the world boxing championship gold belt.
"Oliver, which one of them do you want to profit?" When leaving the airport, a reporter asked during an interview.
"It's the same for everyone. I don't think any of them can threaten me."
McCall looked indifferent, but in fact, the fact that he came here showed his attitude. He was very concerned about these two people, otherwise why would he come to watch the game?
"Hey, Iron Fist."
From time to time, some Hollywood friends come to Zhou Quan's training gym, including Stallone, Mickey Rourke, Eastwood, Robert De Niro, Roberts, Winona Reed, Christina Yerry, Tom Cruise, Arnold etc.
The Smiling Assassin, Joe Dumars, Kendall Gill, Rodman, Schrempf, O'Neal, Bill Walton, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Reggie Miller, and a lot of others also arrived.
"Iron Fist, is this your new girlfriend?"
"Oh yes."
"Will you marry her?"
"Well, no surprise, next year."
Christina Yeri felt aggrieved and unconvinced. She didn't know where she fell short. She was obviously more beautiful.
"Crina, I'm so sorry!"
Zhou Quan was also very sorry. Krina wanted to marry him, but he didn't want to at that time. But after the breakup, his concept changed. It can only be said that the two of them did not have that fate. If he had met Yeri a year later, or Yeri If Rido waits for him for a year, maybe they can get together.
"Iron Fist, I haven't learned Tai Chi yet." Red said dissatisfied.
"Well, you learn too slowly, I can't teach you." Zhou Quan had to refuse.
"snort!"
Rhett looked hesitant, but there was nothing he could do.
Roberts was the only one watching the show with a smile on his face.
"Are they your former girlfriends?" Zeng Li asked in a low voice with a blushing face.
"It's just Krina, we broke up a long time ago." Zhou Quan said hurriedly.
"They are all big stars in the United States, you are such a playboy." Zeng Li was very uneasy and rolled his eyes at Zhou Quan again.
"What I said is true. I have only had two girlfriends in so many years, and they broke up with me on their own initiative." Zhou Quan explained.
Zeng Li couldn't help but pursed his lips and said nothing more. He took a step back and stood behind Zhou Quan.
She has this kind of character, she is a bit indifferent and not very ambitious. Her current reaction seems to be the same when it comes to relationships. She is likely to give up when she encounters an opponent.
"Ahri, what are you doing in the back?"
Zhou Quan noticed it and immediately took Zeng Li's hand, pulling it to his side without letting go.
…
At noon, Zhou Quan attended a media conference with Michael Mueller.
WBC chairman Ross Hogg and some senior executives also attended the press conference, as well as boxing promoter Bob Arum of the qualifying event.
A large group of Zhou Quan's friends from all walks of life came to support him, including several well-known billionaires, plus media reporters, and the momentum was huge.
There is also a group of people on Mueller's side, but they are just ordinary people. In addition to the team, they are just a few relatives and friends. Their momentum is far less than that of his side. Their network of contacts is not at the same level at all.
They stood together and were photographed by the media. They were not small figures, and they did not behave as excessively as the media expected.
"Michael, are you confident in this boxing match?" the reporter asked.
"Of course, I don't think I will lose." Michael Muller said confidently.
"What do you think of Iron Fist?"
"He's very good, dodging, and his punches are accurate, which is what I need to pay attention to."
"Do you think there's a chance of KOing him?"
"Get a few hard hits and I'll finish him off."
"David Tua fought Iron Fist last year. Iron Fist's punches were too accurate. His effective strikes lagged behind Iron Fist by a large margin, forcing him to look for opportunities to KO Iron Fist. Do you think you can prevent this from happening?"
"My defense is not that of David Tuakobi, I won't let that happen, I will just actively look for opportunities to hit him hard, I will take the initiative."
Not far away, there were obviously more reporters around Zhou Quan than Michael Taylor.
"Iron Fist, Michael Taylor has won the world gold belt three times, won the title three times, and defeated Holyfield. Do you have the confidence to defeat such a strong world boxing champion?"
"If I didn't have confidence, I wouldn't be in a professional boxing ring."
"You weigh 9 kilograms or even 10 kilograms less than your opponent, and your fighting ability and boxing strength are far inferior to your opponent. Are you prepared to fight Michael Muller in the same way you fought David Tu's team?"
"possible."
On the 15th, when he woke up in the morning, Zhou Quan felt very energetic. With the blessing of the Sleeping Alchemy Technique last night, he almost had no dreams all night.
On this day, more and more celebrities appear in the casino.
According to media reports, at least a hundred private planes have arrived in Las Vegas in the past two days.
Another group of NBA superstars arrived in the casino. They are Michael Jordan, Barkley, Olaju, Karl Malone, Larry Johnson, Magic Johnson and others.
NBA TV reported: “According to our information, the boxing match between Iron Fist and Michael Muller is no less popular and influential than Michael Tyson’s comeback fight a month ago, and the appearance fees of the two are also higher. More than Tyson and his rival Porter McNee.”
ABC TV reported: “If Michael Muller wins this game, he will once again challenge for the gold belt.
But if Iron Fist wins, he will hit the world boxing championship belt for the first time.
He will create a miracle, a miracle of a cross-border athlete. No cross-border professional athlete can challenge the world's professional heavyweight boxing champion. No professional athlete can achieve such an achievement in his second professional event. achievements.
We can’t even imagine now, if Iron Fist really wins this qualifying match, and then defeats world boxing champion Oliver McCall in the next match, and wins the WBC world heavyweight title, then his status in the sports world will be , to what height will it soar?
Anyway, by then, the NBA and the United States will not be able to accommodate him. He will definitely become the world's top sports superstar.
That must be comparable to the greatest sports superstars in the history of this planet, such as the football king Maradona, such as the boxing champion Ali, and the football king Pele. "
…
"It seems that the sleeping elixir skill has made some progress in the past two days."
At one o'clock at noon, Zhou Quan practiced the Sleeping Alchemy Kung Fu again, and soon he actually entered the state of concentration. After about an hour, he woke up from a state of almost concentration. He felt that his spirit was very condensed and his qi and blood were very active.
As night falls, Las Vegas immediately becomes dazzling, a hundred times more brilliant and dazzling than during the day. It has become a pearl in the desert, but it looks ordinary during the day.
Countless tourists from all over the world flock to this desert city to spend and enjoy themselves wantonly, bringing huge amounts of income and tax revenue to the city.
MGM Hotel, starting in the evening, countless people poured into this world-famous hotel. A large number of celebrities, stars and billionaires appeared in it. Wherever you go, you may encounter someone you used to only see on TV. Big shot seen on the plane.
By seven o'clock, the massive MGM Arena was packed.
There are extra seats under the ring. The front row is expensive and scarce. There are only 48 seats in total. The ticket price for each seat is as high as 25,000 US dollars. Scalper tickets even sell for 50,000 US dollars, which is far higher. Front row tickets to the NBA Finals.
There are a total of more than 150 seats in the first row to the third row. They are all celebrities, celebrities and rich people. Some Hollywood A-list celebrities did not get tickets and all sat behind the third row.
This boxing match attracted countless media reporters from all over the world. At this time, they were interviewing celebrities everywhere.
"Hey Michael, how many bets did you place tonight?"
A reporter marked Jordan. Jordan was sitting in the second row and did not get the front row. He paid a high price and could not buy the scalper ticket for the front row. Even his second-row ticket was obtained from a scalper for US$30,000.
He was a little unhappy because he didn't sit in the front row. When he heard the reporter's question, he said impatiently: "Of course it's Michael Mueller. He has been crowned king three times. The guy with Iron Fist is not comparable to the little Tyson from before."
"Then how much did you bet?" the reporter asked.
"One hundred thousand." Jordan said.
"so little?"
The reporter was surprised. It seemed that Jordan was afraid that Michael Mueller would lose and did not dare to make a big bet!
"I just wanted to say that I have quit gambling for a long time." Jordan took the opportunity to wash himself off.
"Charles, what about you?" the reporter asked Buckley next to him.
"I also bet one hundred thousand." Buckley said.
"Who was killed?" the reporter asked again.
"Oh, each of us has placed 50,000 yuan to participate." Buckley said with some embarrassment.
Jordan glared, you bastard, you actually bet on Iron Fist, you deserve to be suppressed by him in the West for the rest of your life.
"Michael, do you admit that you and Phil Jackson teamed up to force Jerry Krause away?" At this time, another reporter ran up.
Jordan's face immediately became cold and hard, and he said with anger in his eyes: "No one forced him, he wanted to fire Phil. This is something that none of us can allow. He has to take responsibility for his own choice. "
"The offseason is almost over. Do you think Phil Jackson can build a championship lineup? He has never been a general manager and has never proven himself in that position. Are you worried that the Bulls will still play next season? But supersonic?" the reporter asked again.
Michael Jordan said: "I believe in his ability. He is a very capable guy and I trust him."
"Dameng, do you think Mosaic has a chance to make it out of the Western Conference next season?" Another reporter labeled Olajuwon.
"Of course there is a chance, we are still strong." Dameng snorted coldly.
"But you and Glider are both old, and your physical fitness is declining." The reporter said.
Dameng said angrily: "Who told you that our physical fitness is declining?"
"Charles, what about your Suns, can you break out of the Western Conference next season?" The reporter stopped provoking Da Meng and turned his gun around and asked.
"There's nothing we can't do. Our lineup is full of energy." Barkley said with an ugly face.
"But Phoenix has been saying that they want to trade you. Is this true?" the reporter asked.
"No, the management has no intention of trading me. That is simply impossible. I still have enough value." Barkley said firmly.
But in fact, he knew that the management was really looking for a deal, but there was no good deal partner, otherwise the deal would have been completed long ago.
This boxing match was broadcast on a paid basis by the American HBO television station, and the on-site commentators were Rock Schacher and Morel Winston.
"It's very hot, Morel, do you know why this boxing match is so hot?" Rock Schacher asked.
"Because of Iron Fist, don't you know?" Morel Winston joked.
"Why? Muller is the one who won the title for the second time, and Iron Fist is just a newcomer in the boxing world." Schacher asked with a smile.
Winston also smiled and explained: "Because the PPV sales of Tekken's boxing match last year were higher than the PPV sales of the three boxing matches in which Muller was crowned king. This is why this qualifying match has attracted so much attention. The reason why Tekken’s PPV share ratio is higher than that of Mueller?”
"Yes, Iron Fist has proven that he is a well-deserved PPV favorite in the professional boxing world in just two professional boxing matches, so the PPV price of this boxing match is as high as 78 US dollars." Shacher said with a smile.
“Iron Fist’s fighting style is very entertaining. In the match with David Tua, he played a stormy and non-stop attack until he destroyed Tyson David Tua Jr. This is why he is so popular in professional boxing. The reason why he is so popular is that the WBC is willing to support him, otherwise it would not be his turn to participate in this qualifying match." Winston said excitedly.
Shacher shook his head and said: "Little Tyson David Tua is also called Tyson II, and his company also packages him in this way.
And his strength potential is indeed very strong. His ability to resist punches even exceeds that of Tyson, and his punching power should also exceed that of Tyson.
It is a pity that his confidence has been completely destroyed by Iron Fist. After being KO last year, he has not boxed for a year and is likely to retire. "
Winston said: "Last year, hammer Michael Mueller was punched out of the ring by Foreman. He lost three gold belts and lost face. He wanted to retire for a while, but fortunately he chose to continue fighting.
Being selected by the WBC to be Tekken's opponent this time is also an excellent opportunity for him. After all, Tekken does not have rich boxing experience, so he has a chance. "
Shacher nodded and said: "Beating a popular boxer like Iron Fist is extremely beneficial to him and can help him regain his popularity."
(End of chapter)
