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Two-time boxing champ Jermall Charlo plans ‘dominant performance’ in Australia fight, greets fans at Trill Burgers
By Aaron Wilson at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
His championship belts draped over each shoulder, boxer Jermall Charlo, the pride of Alief, made it abundantly clear.Charlo, a 34-0, undefeated former middle weight and super middleweight champion, fights Koen Mazoudier on July 25 in Sydney, Australia as part of the undercard of the Errol Spence-...
Key takeaway ‘Y’all can expect me to really have a dominant performance, that’s all I’ll say," Charlo told KPRC 2 during an autograph session Thursday night at Trill Burgers.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
Jermall Charlo's upcoming fight in Australia has Houston fans eager to see their hometown champion in action. As Charlo prepares to take on Koen Mazoudier, his appearance at Trill Burgers shows his commitment to engaging with the local community. Charlo's roots in Alief and his pride in representing Houston make his success a point of pride for the city. His goal to bring a fight back to Houston could have significant implications for the local sports scene, potentially drawing large crowds and boosting the economy. Charlo's openness about his mental health struggles and his emphasis on being in a great place now also resonate with fans, who appreciate his honesty and vulnerability. As Charlo seeks to add another belt to his collection, Houstonians will be watching closely, hoping to see their champion emerge victorious and bring more recognition to the city's thriving boxing scene.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? His championship belts draped over each shoulder, boxer Jermall Charlo, the pride of Alief, made it abundantly clear.Charlo, a 34-0, undefeated former middle weight and super middleweight champion, fights Koen Mazoudier on July 25 in Sydney, Australia as part of the undercard of the Errol Spence-...
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