Las Vegas events organizers said that the Las Vegas Hotel machinery is ready to receive and accommodate 25,000 fans expected to support Joe Calzaghe in his effort to defeat Bernard Hopkins. The amount of visitors expected to flock Las Vegas for the Calzaghe vs. Hopkins fight is a t list 5 times bigger than the number of supporters that traveled to SinCity to watch Ricky Hatton vs. Floyd Mayweather fight in December 2007. Calzaghe vs. Hopkins fight will be taking place on April 19^th at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino. For information about tickets and reservations please click here.

“Early indications from all industry sources suggest that the number traveling could be even greater for this fight, particularly with another Welsh legend, Tom Jones, performing in Las Vegas at the same time. This is sure to be another great night in the British sporting calendar, and we are delighted to be able to offer Joe Calzaghe’s fans the chance to watch him in action in this amazing city. We expect a huge number of boxing fans to make the journey and will be using our expertise to ensure they have a memorable trip.” said Danny Talbot, Thomas Cook Sport managing director.

“I want all the British fans out in force in Las Vegas to support me in my big fight against Bernard Hopkins. When I get into that ring on April 19th, I want to feel like I’m boxing at home in Great Britain. With all the support, cheering and singing the fans will be doing on the night, I’m sure it will spur me on to a great victory.” Calzaghe said.