Breaking News:Bernard Hopkins is an "Alien"

BERNARD HOPKINS, IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion

Bernard Hopkins vs Karo Murat July 13, Barclay Center, Brooklyn, New York

New York City (June 6) - IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion Bernard Hopkins(53-6-2) held an intimate media roundtable in Midtown Manhattan to discuss his July 13 title defense against number one rated IBF Light Heavyweight contender Karo Murat (25-1-1). 

"I just found out a month ago, the doctor will be here before the [fight week] press conference hopefully to explain this, but I must confess that I am not human.  I am an alien.  No, seriously.  I realize that Pluto is no longer a planet now, so I'm from Mars.  I've definitely retired the 'Executioner.' You will not hear me mention the Executioner.

 Karo Murat (25-1-1) is ready for the challenge. "I respect what Bernard's achieved so far in his career, but at the end of the day, I'm traveling to America for the fight of my life.  I'm prepared for a battle and I'm going to show you a real battle once we get into the ring. 

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