Naptown Rumble returns ‘magic of boxing’ to Indiana scene

INDIANAPOLIS — The Professional boxing match Naptown Rumble will return to Indianapolis on Saturday.

“We’re bringing back the magic of boxing,” said professional boxer and event founder Anthony Sims Jr. “The magic of boxing is a sweet science. People think boxing is all physical, but it’s mental. It’s a sweet science to be able to beat a man before you hit him.”

The showdown will feature the raw talent and fierce competition of multiple boxers across nine fights, making it a unique and thrilling experience for boxing enthusiasts.

“There’s a lot of skill here and talent here. If I don’t create this platform for them to showcase, no one else will. I am a strong believer in ‘don’t let your location dictate your destination,'” said Sims.

The Fighter Lineup includes:

• Husam Mashhadi from Detroit. Record: 9 wins, 8 knockouts, 1 loss
• Altair Tapia from Indianapolis. Record: 8 wins, 5 knockouts, 0 losses
• Johnny Morrison from Indiana. Record: 3 wins, 3 knockouts, 0 losses
• Yorman Guerrero from Tamaulipas, Mexico . Making boxing debut.
• Islier Lopez Fernandez from Cuba. Making boxing debut.
• Albert Soria from Santa Clarita, California. Making boxing debut.
• Hannah Rapp from Indiana. Making boxing debut.
• Joel Mutombo from the Republic of the Congo.

The event, held at Arsenal Technical High School on Saturday, April 20, from 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. is a family friendly event. Kids under the age of 13 will get free entry. The doors to the event will open at 4:30 p.m. Tickets range from $50 to $125.

Purchase tickets to Naptown Rumble 2 here .

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