Puerto Rican legend and reigning WBC middleweight champion Miguel Cotto has hit New York City, for June 6, when he steps in against former two-time world champion Daniel Geale.
The 34-year-old superstar Cotto he has enjoyed much success in NYC, and this time he fights for the first time at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn having fought 11- times previously in ‘The Big Apple’.
Against the skilled Geale, however, the Freddie Roach trained Cotto will have to be at his best if he hopes to continue the impressive revival that has been witnessed under the Hall of Fame trainer.
“I am happy and excited to be back in New York and fighting at Barclays Center,” said Cotto. “This is another chapter in my career and I’m committed to train as hard as always and bring a big victory. I’m looking forward to seeing all the Puerto Rican fans on June 6 and to being part of another exciting boxing night in Brooklyn.”