On Wednesday at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn, undefeated WBA welterweight champion Keith Thurman discussed how excited he is to be getting back in the ring after a long injury recovery period ahead of his bout on Saturday at Barclays Center against title challenger Josesito Lopez, who said he is prepared for Thurman's best.


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