Episode #5: Exclusive Interview with Phillip "The Sin City Sicilian" Vella + RUF 59 MMA Preview

Rings and Cages AZ

Step into the AZ Summer sun, and under the hot heat of the bright lights that make up the world of Arizona's combat sports with your favorite fight-coverage host, Chuy. This week, we have a compelling, insider-look episode of Rings and Cages AZ.
Join us for an exclusive extended interview with Phillip "The Sin City Sicilian" Vella (@0fficialphillip), fresh off his stunning pro boxing debut at the Brawl in the Barrio event (full coverage of that event in last week’s Episode), hosted by @delsolboxing. Discover how Phillip got into boxing at the young age of 4, his insights on Arizona’s passionate fight crowd, and how turning pro has impacted his life at the family gym, @undefeated.life. Plus, hear about Phillip's efforts to secure a spot on the highly anticipated Canelo vs. Berlanga card.

This week, we also preview the upcoming RUF 59 MMA event at the Celebrity Theater, showcasing Arizona's rising MMA talent. Tune in for insights, fight analysis, and a look at the fighters to watch.

Segment 1: Behind the Gloves - The Phillip Vella Interview

• We sat down with Phillip Vella to talk about how he started boxing, life after his pro debut, the discipline required from young fighters, his thoughts on being a role model, and what's next for him.

Segment 2: Fight Forecast - Old School Showdown

• Preview of this USA Boxing sanctioned amateur event presented by Old School Boxing.

Segment 3: Fight Forecast - RUF 59

• Breaking down Co-Main and Main Event fighters for RUF 59--Mehrdad Janzemini vs Dahlen Wilson in the RUF MMA Interim Welterweight Championship, and Zurina Turrey vs Jaeleen Robledo in the RUF MMA Featherweight Championship.

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