The drama over a tune-up fight between David Diaz and lightweight champion Juan Manuel Marquez continues.
Though many reports in the past several days point to the bout falling apart due to Diaz asking for a higher purse than Marquez is willing to provide, new reports out of Mexico say the bout will continue.
Originally, Marquez – Diaz was scheduled for July 2 in the Mexican resort of Cancun. Now Marquez states he will fight in his hometown of Mexico City, against Diaz, on July 16.
Marquez is looking to Diaz as a tune-up for a Manny Pacquiao fight which has been signed for November 12.
If Marquez fights in Mexico City, it will be the first time in 17 years since he has boxed in his hometown.
Source: examiner.com
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