Golden Boy President Oscar De La Hoya was side by side with one of his brightest stars, junior welterweight contender Lucas Matthysse, at a press conference in Argentina. They met with the press to discuss the explosive clash with former WBO champion Ruslan Provodnikov, scheduled for April 18th at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino de Verona, New York.

"I feel great joy to again be in  Argentina. We are here for a reason. Lucas Matthysse has a very important commitment. We are sure that on April 18th he will offer up an absolutely great fight. We are here supporting him. We are aware this will be a tough challenge, but we also know he will get the victory,” De La Hoya commented. continuing:

Lucas  readily commented: “ I'm really happy being in my country,  I very much appreciate all of you for your attendance. I'm well prepared for this April 18th fight. I'm willing to travel to the U.S. to gain the victory. We know full well that this fight could take us to bigger commitments!”