Juan Manuel Marquez vs Juan Diaz rematched pushed back

The rematch of 2009's fight of the year between lightweight champ Juan Manuel Marquez and ex-titleholder Juan Diaz is almost finalized, but it's moving to a new date and venue, Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer told ESPN.com. It was planned for July 10 at Las Vegas' MGM Grand, but will go on July 31 at sister property Mandalay Bay. "The World Cup final is July 11. That is a huge sporting event, especially in the Hispanic world," he said. With thousands expected to be in Las Vegas watching and betting on the soccer game, Schaefer was concerned that the Hispanic-themed card would be overshadowed. The other reason is for promotional purposes. By moving to July 31, the card will follow July 17 and July 24 HBO cards, allowing the pay-per-view to be promoted during the telecasts. Marquez-Diaz II will be a "full-blown" HBO PPV telecast, Schaefer said. That means HBO will produce it and use its announcers. As for the venue change, he said, "I think a 10,000-seat venue is better than a 16,000-seat venue for this fight." Schaefer said the fighters have agreed to terms and that "we are getting it signed." He'd like the deal done in time to hold a kickoff news conference in Las Vegas on May 1 on the morning of the Shane Mosley-Floyd Mayweather fight.

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