


So why partner with another organization? Triller’s involvement is made even more interesting by the fact that De La Hoya is himself one of the top boxing and MMA promoters in the world. The bout is being promoted by Triller Fight Club, which is co-owned by Snoop and the social media platform co-owned by former Relativity Media boss Ryan Kavanaugh. It is unclear whether this will be that or something more aggressive. Of course, any fighter out of the ring for over a decade needs a tuneup fight. Jamie Foxx’s Mike Tyson Biopic To Become Limited TV Series Exec Produced By Antoine Fuqua & Martin Scorsese That makes guessing at potential matchups all the more intriguing.

It’s also worth noting that, while he often got dinged as a “pretty boy,” De La Hoya was relatively unique among modern champions for not ducking tough opponents - even with his belt(s) on the line. Especially on a Saturday the night before the 4th of July. There was no mention of an opponent or venue - or even a weight class - but given De La Hoya’s literal Golden Boy status in the sport, there should be interest. MIC DROP!🎤 is making his #boxing comeback on July 3rd! #TrillerFightClub “July 3rd, I’m making my comeback,” responded De La Hoya, before dropping the mic and walking offstage. Talking about De La Hoya’s successful career as a promoter himself, Snoop said, “I keep seeing you in the ring, but I’m not seeing you in the ring.” Roy Jones last September, 11-time world champion Oscar De La Hoya on Friday announced his return to the ring.ĭe La Hoya strode onto the stage as Snoop Dogg was talking up his Triller Fight Club 2021 event on April 17. Hot on the heels of Mike Tyson lacing them up vs.
