The return of Juan Valenzuela

12/09/2007

The return of Juan Valenzuela

According to Art of Boxing Promotions, the fledgling company's first show will be headlined by a name from the past, Juan “El Pollo” Valenzuela, 20-6 with 9 KOs. Valenzuela alwys fought tough compeition and holds wins over current IBF lightweight titlist Julio Diaz, 2000 Olympic silver medalist Ricardo Williams and Brian Adams. He hasn't fought since 2004 when it was discovered he had a torn retina. Art of Boxing Promotions reports that Valenzuela's eye has healed and he has been cleared to fight. His return is slated for the Warner Center Marriott, Woodland Hills, California on November 2, 2007. No opponent has been announced yet. -- Scott Shaffer