Undefeated blue-chip bantamweight prospect Dominique "Dimes" Crowder (17-0, 10 KOs) is set to make his mark on the boxing world, as he prepares to take the stage on November 16th in a highly anticipated bout on Boxing Insider Promotions' stacked card, streaming live on DAZN from The Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City.

A Rising Star Primed for Greatness

Crowder's Impressive Pedigree and Unwavering Determination

Dominique "Dimes" Crowder, the reigning World Boxing Association (WBA) International bantamweight champion, has been making waves in the boxing world with his undefeated record and impressive performances. Ranked No. 14 in the world by the WBA, Crowder has honed his skills under the tutelage of renowned trainers Jose Guzman and Hall of Famer Mark Breland. The 30-year-old fighter's impressive amateur career, which included two New York Golden Gloves Championships and a No. 1 national ranking in his weight class, has laid the foundation for his professional success.Crowder's dedication to the sport is evident in his relentless training regimen and his unwavering commitment to his craft. "I'm super excited to be on this card in Atlantic City," the Baltimore native expressed. "I'm glad (event promoter) Larry Goldberg made it happen. All the greats fought there, and it's not too far from my hometown, about a two-hour drive. I'll have a lot of support on fight night from people in Baltimore and New York City."

Facing a Formidable Opponent: Duke Micah

Crowder's upcoming bout will see him square off against Duke Micah (24-2, 19 KOs), a former EBC International, Commonwealth Boxing Council, and WBO African bantamweight champion hailing from Ghana. This eight-round clash promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both fighters bring their own unique strengths and experiences to the ring.Promoter Larry Goldberg, who has known Crowder since his amateur days and has watched his career progress to an impressive 17-0 record, is confident in his fighter's abilities. "I have been his friend for years and watched his career progress to 17-0. He has a great team with Jose Guzman, Mark Breland, and his manager Adam Glenn. 'Dimes' is one of the best free agents in boxing and just an amazing human being."

Crowder's Versatile and Evolving Style

Crowder's boxing journey began at the age of 14 in Baltimore, where he discovered his natural talent and fell in love with the sport. To further enhance his professional development, Crowder has made New York City the home of his training camp, regularly commuting between his Baltimore base and the Big Apple.Under the guidance of trainer Jose Guzman, Crowder has transformed from a slick, hard-to-hit amateur into a formidable boxer-puncher. "Dominique is one of those diamonds in the rough from his amateur days," Guzman remarked. "Everybody knew he was a very slick boxer who was hard to hit, but nobody thought he could hit. As a pro, he's turned into a boxer-puncher."Crowder's unique physical attributes, standing at 6 feet tall, have also played a significant role in his development. Guzman likens Crowder's long, rangy frame to that of boxing legends Mark Breland and Tommy Hearns, and notes that his protégé can pack a punch that belies his bantamweight stature."He's the WBA International champion, and the question is who is willing to fight him at 118?" Guzman questioned. "He's 6 feet tall, long, and rangy like Mark Breland and Tommy Hearns, and (for his size) Dominique can hit like them."Crowder himself describes his style as a blend of fundamentally sound boxing and the ability to adapt to the situation in the ring. Drawing inspiration from the long, rangy fighters he admires, such as Breland, Hearns, Michael Nunn, and Diego Corrales, Crowder aims to utilize his height and reach advantage to outmaneuver and outclass his opponents.

Crowder's Pursuit of World Title Glory

As Crowder continues to climb the bantamweight ranks, his sights are firmly set on the ultimate prize: a world title shot. The current world bantamweight champions hail from Japan, and Crowder is prepared to travel the globe to secure his opportunity."Boxing is a waiting game," Crowder explained, "and I need to stay ready until I get that call (world title shot offer). Because I'm ranked, it could happen at any time. If not, I'll keep working hard to move up and become the mandatory challenger. Hopefully, my chance could happen next year. I'm getting better and better, and I'm always fighting bigger guys than me at training camp, real punchers, never guys my weight."Crowder's unwavering determination and willingness to take on any challenge are a testament to his character. "I'm willing to go to the moon to get my world title shot!" he declared. "I'll only get one shot at my first world title fight, so I'll roll the dice and fight anywhere in the world."As Dominique "Dimes" Crowder prepares to take the stage in Atlantic City, the boxing world eagerly awaits the next chapter in his captivating journey. With his undefeated record, impressive skill set, and burning desire to become a world champion, this rising star is poised to make a lasting impact on the sport.