Boston's historic Fenway Park is about to switch out its bats for gloves as boxing makes a grand return to the legendary ballpark after nearly seven decades. According to Boston 25 News, an 11-fight card is set to take place on June 7, bringing the sport back to the venue for the first time since 1956. The event, organized in partnership with Nolan Bros. Boxing Promotions, will feature a mix of seasoned and burgeoning fighters squaring off in the park's Big Concourse.
The highlight of the evening is an undefeated super middleweight bout between Laurent Humes and Thomas O'Toole. The match card will also see other compelling fights like Jahyae Brown against Khiary Gray and Greg Bono facing off with Ross Rodriguez. Notably, there will be a ringside area for fans looking to get up close to the action, with tickets starting at $100. The first bout is set to begin at 5 p.m., while spectators can start filing in as early as 4 p.m., Fenway Park Events specified.
A particular bout to draw attention is the historic women's rematch between Lexi Bolduc and Sara Couillard slated to be the first of its kind at Fenway Park. "This event marks a major moment for boxing in Boston, with an unprecedented fight card headlined by undefeated super middleweights Laurent Humes and Thomas O'Toole," Matt Nolan, co-founder of Nolan Bros. Boxing Promotions, said in a statement obtained by Boston.com. "We're also proud to feature standout bouts including Rico DePaolis vs. Anthony Hines, Ross Rodriquez vs. Greg Bono, and Sheniell Rodriguez vs. Jayson Colon," Nolan added.
The collective anticipation for this event is palpable among Boston sports enthusiasts who haven't witnessed a boxing match at Fenway Park since Tony DeMarco's 10th round victory over Vince Martinez in 1956. Those interested in witnessing this blend of historical significance and live sports can purchase their tickets for a front-row view into the boxing resurgence that's been a long time coming, to Boston's storied grounds.
