By his very entrance into the sport at the age of nearly 17, DC welterweight Dusty Harrison is truly wasting no time in pro boxing. The next scheduled move for Harrison is further proof of this.
Coming off his successful and highly-praised pro debut just 10 days ago (June 11), BATB has learned that Harrison (1-0) will get back into the ring on Saturday, July 30 at the Fitzgerald's Hotel and Casino in Tunica, MS against Rohan Wilson of Atlanta, GA (5-4-1, one KO). The bout will be, yes, Harrison's first six-round encounter.
Sources in the Harrison camp say that because of the vast amateur experience Harrison has had, they feel ready for Dusty Harrison to make the move at this early point in his career.
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this is the stupidest thing that I have ever heard. does no one understand what the proper way to build and develop a fighter is? whether it is the manager, the trainer, or the promoter, someone should stand up and stop this. first he is only 17, second regardless of the number of his amateur fights, he should fight probably between 8 and 10 4 round fights. the only reason to rush someone like this is if people are desperate for the increased purse money that comes with more rounds, but that is putting money in front of the care, protection and development of the fighter. it is this sort of decision making process that will ruin him as a fighter.
yeah whatever hater, he in good!
He may be in good- as far as the person he his fighting. But this is boxing and strange things do happen all the time. He is just a boy! There is a big difference between fighting a grown man with little pro gloves on and with no head gear and fighting your average experienced amateur. There are too many variables to play with here.... stupid move i dont care how much experience he has he doesnt have the strength and grit of a man and he isnt used to overcoming tough situations in a long fight.long fight- a 6 round fight is a long time to him since he hasnt experienced one yet. I wish Dusty well, i just hope theyre not pushing him too fast.
Dusty ,
You go boy.
S.F.
Somebody plsz help him he got time love u man
How many amateur bouts has he had and how long has he been involved in this sport?
246 amateur bouts.
And involved in the sport since at least 10 if not younger. I know I've been watching him since he was about 10.
Dusty has been training since he was around 5 yrs. old been fighting since he was 8, If you see him and the way he has been trained he is ready for a six round fight, I agree he should be moved along carefully but Dusty is not your average fighter, and it does make a difference how many amateur fights a person has, what if the guy he is fighting only had 10 amateur fights to go along with his 9 pro bouts,you tell me who would be the more experienced figher? Dusty is special and you will be able to see this once you see him fight.
I think that a lot of times kids at that age take their youth for granted and that could be his downfall. Seems that his promoter is very confident in Dusty skills or moving him fast enough to make his money back because Dusty is a ticket seller, only time will tell if they made the right decision. I predict it will ruin Dusty down the road. Please let the young man grow up and mature.
That might be tuff for the kid.How much experience does he have fighting grown men with 9 pro fights 4 six rounds.Hope he does well but slow down,whats the rush?Bad thing is if he wins they'll probably step him up even higher the next fight.Good luck Dusty.Take care of that baby management.
i say go for it. if you can fight you can fight. make your money, save it, and get the f out with your marbles intact.
Money Talks! The youngster received $12,000 for his very first four rounder. I am curious to the purse of his six rounder.
Stop and think. This Rohan Wilson fought on the same card Dusty fought on June 11th. Don't you think they watched him and know what they are getting into? Just saying.
12000 for a four rounder.Yea rite.U obviously don't know what ur talking about.
I heard he turned pro to avoid fighting Russell and Reed!
I will give him $1200, if that! There is no way he got $12000 for that fight! Mayweather got $7000 for his first fight, and won a gold medal! Check your numbers!
There is no one way to run a boxing business! Look at Jermaine Fields, and that's my man; in my opinion, they let him stay soft too long before getting crushed and subsequently dropped from his promotional contract. They know they're fighter and his opponent. They're not going to make any money anyway until he gets the major network money. What I can say is, this is a great story for the media! media coverage turns into, SALES!!!!! Good move Buddy! Stay humble, but hungry and you'll be rewarded!
Mayweather won Bronze, not Gold
Mayweather received $32.000 on his pro debut.
Ray Charles Leonard received $40.000 plus on his pro debut which was a six rounder.
Mike Reed is on track to sign a contract well worth over a million.
(That is as long as he keeps on winning)
Oscar The Golen Boy fought for $125,000 on his very first fight.
Dusty is none of the above mentioned olympians..
no hes not, but he is fun and we will follow him. your a grown up hater.
Now I'm a hater? How did I get to be one of those?
Rohan Wison has pulled out of scheduled bout with Dusty Harrison. He is now facing an 1-3 oppenant on a four round match.
Oh I get it,if someone says something that u disagree with their a hater.
by by, have fun.
I keep up with boxing pretty ntight! I have the interview of Mayweather's first fight, he got $7,000. Oscar got $50,000 and so did Ray! Ray had a bunch of lawyers put the money up for him! I have been keeping up with boxing for a long time and was once a boxer myself!
Mike Reed is NOT on the verge of a million dollar contract!!! HAHA!!! Are you NUTS!!!
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