Patchogue's Derric Rossy will fight Ray Mercer in China, on January, 26. The news will be released later today at a press conference with promoter Sal Musumeci.
The fight will take place at The Venetian, in Macao, China. At stake will be the NABO, WBF and WBC Asian heavyweight titles. Rossy is 17-1 and a former standout defensive end for Boston College, where he preceeded the Giants' Mathias Kiwanuka at the position.
"You can't underestimate Mercer," said Rossy, 27. "His best days may be behind him, but he's still very savvy and very strong."
Mercer, who is 46, won the heavyweight gold medal at the 1988 Olympics and also held the WBO heavyweight title. He last fought in September of 2007, knocking out Mikael Lindblad in Sweden. -- CASSIDY