Cardona the new welterweight gatekeeper

[cupey alto]

HARTFORD (February 6, 2008) - Former world lightweight title challenger Israel 'Pito' Cardona has become a gatekeeper of the welterweight division since returning to the ring nearly two years ago after being retired 3 1/2-years.

Hartford-native Cardona (36-8, 28 KOs), now 33, heads north of the border for a 10-round test in the main event Saturday night at the Montreal Casino against unbeaten prospect Antonio Decarie (17-0, 5 KOs), the 25-year-old former Canadian light welterweight champion.

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[Baron]

Antonin Décarie not Antonio Decarie.

[jaws1216]

is his nickname really "Pito"

:laughing: :laughing:

[Orthodox Crusader]

What does Pito mean?

This guy lost in a shutout {almost} to Paul Spadafora. Like....years ago.

[LOK]

is his nickname really "Pito"

:laughing: :laughing:

no.. Cupey is lyin.. it's "Puto"