‘Reading to Rumble’ featuring Kauffman vs Barnett will be LIVE WORLWIDE tomorrow night on GFL.tv!

On November 30th, “Reading to Rumble” will take place from the Santander Arena (formerly the Sovereign Center) and will be broadcast LIVE WORLDWIDE on GFL.tv!

In the main event, WBA #10 ranked contender Travis Kauffman (26-1)will take on late replacement Jason Barnett (14-14) for the WBU International Heavyweight title.

Kauffman has put together an impressive 8 straight victories since his sole blemish, a very controversial loss to Tony Grano, in 2009. Kauffman, a workhorse has been working hard to prepare for a bout with Manuel Quezada, who fell out as an opponent recently. Travis knows, if he is able to score a highlight reel KO over his opponent, it could help raise his #10 ranking in the WBA. The rise of ranking in turn could lead to a title shot which would be accompanied by a hefty pay day.

The last minute opponent change hasn’t worried Kauffman a bit. Kauffman, who was sparring with Bryant Jennings, Tomaz Adamek, and Patrick Farrell for the with Quezada stated “Change isn’t going to hurt me because of my experience. I can handle whoever they put in front of me.”

His opponent Barnett, has done battle with a who’s who in the Heavyweight division. Stringing together 2 back to back victories, Barnett is looking for an upset because a win could lead to an even bigger pay day. Barnett has shared the ring with top rated fighters such as Mike Perez, Luis Ortiz and recent Prizefighter finalist Jason Gavern. Barnett, has been known to cause an upset or 2, when he stopped John Poore (21-3) and previously undefeated Erik Leander (8-0) back to back in 2009 & 10.

Both men carry significant KO power so don’t expect this fight to go the distance. This fight could be over in the blink of an eye, so whether you in attendance at the Santander Arena or watching at home LIVE WORLDWIDE on GFL.tv, don’t leave your seat!

In the co-main event, Frank Santos De Alba (9-1-2) will take on upset minded Osnel Charles (9-7-1)over the course of 6 rounds.

Frank Santos De Alba, is a fan favorite in the Reading area and is very highly touted. After suffering his only loss in his pro debut, he battled back going 9-0-2 in his next 11 bouts. The crafty southpaw has a tendency to out box his opponents but has been known to score a knockout on occasion. Not one to disappoint De Alba plans to put on a great performance against his toughest opponent to date in Charles.

“When I step in the ring it is very exciting. My fans and family always have my back and I always like to put a show on for them when I step in the ring” explained Santos De Alba.

Even tough De Alba never saw his opponent fight he is aware that it will not be an easy task at hand. “I never had the chance to see him fight but from what I am told he likes to box a lot and has been in there with some very tough opponents”.

His opponent Charles, a once very promising prospect, has recently hit a rough patch in his career going (0-4-1) in his last 5 bouts. He dropped decision loses to some of the east coasts top prospects such as Allan Benitez (6-1), Naim Nelson (8-0), Rod Salka (16-2) & Anthony Cacace (7-0). His last victory was in 2011, a scintillating 1st round KO of the favored Anthony Flores (9-3-1). Even though he hasn’t tasted victory in 2 years, he knows it can all be turned around in 1 fight. “This is my championship fight. I have to be back on top and there is no choice about it” exclaimed Charles.

Most people would be concerned about fighting in their opponent’s backyard but it does not seem to faze the confident Charles. “That is the way I like it anyway. I have to make a statement in his backyard.” Yea he is popular prospect but who has he fought?” asked Charles. “Look at the people I fight and look at the people he has fought. That should say it all.”

Also on the card UFC veteran Carmelo Marrero will be making his pro boxing debut against Randy Easton (0-2-1). Marrero, who is the current XFE Heavyweight Champion, looks to make quick work of the very durable Easton. Easton has only lost close majority decision and looks to spoil the long awaited crossover debut of Marrero on Saturday.

Promising prospect Khalib Whitmore (3-0), who is trained by Nazim Richardson, will see action against Mark Baltimore (1-2). In just 3 fights Whitmore was nominated for GFL’s “2013 Prospect of the Year”. Batimore is a tough fighter, but Whitmore will be looking to impress the Reading crowd as well as the fans watching at home LIVE WORLDWIDE on GFL.tv.

Rounding up the card will be welterweight’s Evincii Dixon (2-3-1) against Rafael Montalvo (3-4. Featherweight Wilfredo Morales will be making his pro debut against Jesus Gonzales (1-3). Also lightweight Travis Thompson (4-11-2) will take on Emil Rodriguez (0-3). Finally, fan favorite Keenan Collins (15-8-3) takes on an opponent TBA.

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