The sports rivalry between the cities of Baltimore, MD and Pittsburgh, PA goes back quite a long way. In the 1970's, the two blue-collar cities met in two epic seven-game World Series matchups. Both were claimed by Pittsburgh -- The Roberto Clemente-led Pirates in 1971 and the "We Are Family"- Bucs of 1979.
Of course, the rivalry between the two has transferred to the football field where the Ravens and Steelers comprise one of the best rivalries in the NFL.
Now, that competitive spirit will move into the boxing ring as Baltimore Boxing promotions puts together a dual amateur boxing meet between boxers from Charm City Baltimore against the Steel City of Pittsburgh on Friday, March 23 at Michael's Eighth Avenue in Glen Burnie, MD.
Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased by going to www.baltimoreboxing.com. There will also be a special silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross of Central Maryland. The bell time for this event will be 8 PM with the doors opening at 6:30 PM.
hmmm, last time i went to fights there, started over an hour late, last few fighters got totally screwed, only 1 minute rounds instead of 3 minute rounds because it was already midnight,was very disappointed, felt bad for the fighters in the last couple bouts. very disorganized.
ReplyDeleteDissapointed!!!