Zanesville boxer prepares for fight of his life

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Zakery ‘Ripper’ Rollins is getting ready to fight for the Ohio super welterweight belt.

The 20-year Zanesville boxer turned pro two years ago and is undefeated in his five professional fights. Saturday he’ll fight at the Hollywood Casino in Columbus for the belt. His opponent, Daniel Karpency, has a record of 7-1.

Also on the card is Toledo’s Sonny Fredickson and Brian Holstein of Columbus.