Ramirez and Billan-Smith Held Press Conference Ahead of Clash

The Contenders

In the presence of the media, top-rated junior middleweight contenders Jaime Munguia and Gonzalo Gaston "El Bandido" Coria met in Chihuahua, Mexico, to discuss their upcoming ESPN-televised clash on Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas.

Munguia, the former WBO junior middleweight champion, weighed in at 154.4 pounds, and Coria checked in at 154.2 pounds.

Munguia's Statements

"I want to thank my entire team, and I am very motivated to do things well," said Munguia. "I'm coming prepared because I know Gonzalo Coria is a great fighter. I know this fight will give people a great show."

"I have been working very hard, I am motivated, and I am going to give a great fight to all the people that come to the Don Haskins Center and for those that will be watching on ESPN. I am focused and ready to give a great show on September 24."

Coria's Statements

"I want to thank Top Rank, Zanfer, and ESPN for this opportunity," said Coria. "I am foarte emotionat to be here fighting the former champion Jaime Munguia. I know the challenge in front of me, and I am ready to give a great fight."

"To all the Mexican people, I know this is Jaime Munguia's city, but on Sept. 24, I am going to make history. I am going to return to Argentina as the new champion. I feel very excited, I am motivated, and I am ready to win this fight."

The Stakes

Munguia (40-0, 32 KOs) is a former two-time world champion who is looking to get back into title contention, while Coria (21-5-2, 8 KOs) is a dangerous and experienced veteran.

The fight is scheduled for 12 rounds, and it will be the main event of a Top Rank card that will also feature the return of former world champion Joseph "Jo Jo" Diaz Jr. against William Zepeda.

Munguia is a heavy favorite in the fight, but Coria is a live underdog who could pull off the upset.