“Affliction Banned” to make MMA history - Fedor returns to ring
Affliction will make history presenting its own Mixed-Martial-Arts pay-per-view event in association with M-1 and Roy Englebrecht Events, appropriately named “Affliction Banned,” featuring the much-anticipated return of Russian heavyweight superstar Fedor Emelianenko on July 19th at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. read full story l
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Miranda: "Abraham is a fool for getting back in the ring with me. I will make him pay for pretending to be a champion"
 14.05.08 - Exclusive Interview by James Slater: This June, at The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida, two super-middleweights with a history will meet for a second time in a highly anticipated rematch. Back in September of 2006, in defending IBF middleweight champion Arthur Abraham's home country of Germany, Abraham met the big-punching Columbian Edison "Pantera" Miranda.
What followed was one of the most brutal and controversial fights of recent years. Abraham suffered a broken jaw, by an illegal Miranda head butt according to the German, and a bloody battle ensued. Abraham won on points, but Miranda cried robbery. Now, on June 21st, at a non-title fight catch weight of 166 pounds, the two fierce enemies meet again. continue l
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Peter, Duva & Golota War of Words
By Scoop Malinowski: WBC Heavyweight champion will make an optional WBC title defense before meeting WBC champ Emeritus Vitali Kltischko in October. It's been said that Don King, who promotes Golota 100% and co-promotes Peter with Duva Boxing, would like to make Peter vs. 40-year-old Andrew Golota who is ranked #8 in the WBC rankings after winning three fights in a row. continue l
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Chris Byrd’s move to 175
 By Geoffrey Ciani: Chris Byrd is about to try something not commonly seen in boxing. The 37 year old former heavyweight champion is moving down two classes in order to compete in the 175 pound division. How rare is this? Aside from the recent example of Roy Jones Junior, who fought just once as a heavyweight when he soundly defeated alphabet titlist John Ruiz, no former heavyweight champion had made the move down to light heavy since Bob Fitzsimmons did so in the early 1900s. That makes this a rather bold move for Byrd, especially considering his advanced age.
In many ways, it is an absolute marvel that Byrd was able to compete at such a high level during his heavyweight tenure. After all, the 1992 silver medalist campaigned as a middleweight in the Olympics and when he made his professional debut he weighed a mere 169 pounds. continue l
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Margarito/Cotto Still Not Signed, But There's Hope
By Scoop Malinowski, Boxinginsider.com: The boxing event of the summer is still not signed but there is hope. A source close to the situation informed that the Welterweight unification clash between Antonio Margarito and Miguel Cotto has yet to be officially inked by all parties. Margarito of course is already signed and has been for almost a month. However Cotto has yet to put his signature to the dotted line and "is still dealing with Bob Arum." Also, our source added that Cotto seems to be showing "doubts about himself already.. continue l
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Huck, Frenkel, Pianeta. Braekhus Media Work out
Three days before their fights in Bayreuth, Marco Huck, Alexander Frenkel, Francesco Pianeta and Cecila Braekhus today all participated in a public work-out under the guidance of coach Ulli Wegner. The First Lady (6-0, 2 KOs) was in the ring first. "I am looking forward to the fight on Saturday," she said ahead of the meeting with Adelita Irizarry (4-1, 2 KOs) "I want to show that I have become much stronger in the past weeks.. continue l
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An Evening With Larry Holmes In The North Of England
 14.05.08 - by James Slater: Heavyweight great Larry Holmes was in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear in the north of England last night, engaging in an after-dinner charity event. Helping to raise money for The NSPCC, the former heavyweight king was the guest of honour at the event and was on hand to not only talk about his legendary boxing career, but to also sign autographs and pose for pictures with his fans. This writer was lucky enough to have been one of those in attendance last night.
Larry, now pushing 60 years of age, appeared in great, if slightly portly shape. Looking a million dollars in a snappy blue/grey suit, "The Easton Assassin" was joined by members of his family, including his beloved wife. Smiling pretty much throughout the entire evening, Larry was in fine spirits. After dinner, the man who was heavyweight champion of the world from 1978 to 1985 climbed into the ring that had been erected in the middle of the floor for a session talking to the crowd on the microphone. continue l
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The 'Left-Hook Lounge': Vivek Wallace's Weekly Q&A Mailbag Featuring Cotto/Margarito, Mosley, Haye, and Many Others!
In today's 'Left-Hook Lounge' segment, once again, we take a look at some of the most interesting questions presented by some of the sports most fanatical fans. For once, there was no questions relative to the upcoming Mayweather/Dela Hoya showdown. Perhaps that silence speaks greater volume, but rather than entertaining a topic that most consider to be non-entertaining, we take it to the streets once again to see what fight fans wanna know about Cotto, Haye, Mosley, and a few other highly notables..... continue l
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Solis vs Botha on May 30th in Spain
Olympic gold medallist Odlanier Solis and former world heavyweight champion Francois Botha were meant to meet in the ring in December 2007 but the “White Buffalo” drew in his horns on very short notice. Now everything is set and the contracts are signed for the fight to take place on May 30th in Bilbao, Spain. continue l
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A Stitch In Time Saves Fights
by Shawn O'Donnell: It is said that the cut-man is the most integral part of a fighter's entourage. Many a fight has been determined by a cut man's ability to control abrasions and swelling. It is an art only attainable through the trials and tribulations of combat. One of the most prolific cut-men in the business of MMA, K1 and professional boxing is Jacob “Stitch” Duran. He is a calm, happy character that seems to be present at the biggest and most prestigious matches in these sports. continue l
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Amir Khan: Come And Ko Me, Gomez!
Amir Khan has welcomed Michael Gomez's claims that he will flatten him when the pair meet at the N.I.A in Birmingham on June 21. In a recent interview, Gomez said that he would knock-out the 21-year-old British boxing sensation. Gomez also added that he would pressure Khan from the start - and after seeing out the first four rounds, would step on the gas and inflict an early defeat. continue l
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'Eye Of The Tiger': Sandy Tsagouris Prepares For Battle!
 14.05.08 - By Vivek Wallace, Photos By: Anthonio Thrower (See Link To Photogallery At Bottom)- A couple weeks ago many eyes were opened when the article 'Front and Center' was released on Eastside Boxing which shed light on perhaps one of the sports most formidable female talents. After receiving tons of feedback, my personal sentiment - which was also echoed loud and clear by various emails - was that it certainly couldn't hurt to reacquaint this new phenom with a fan base that continues to grow right before our eyes.
Recently, Sandy Tsagouris and famed trainer Billy Martin were in Miami Beach for some training for her upcoming fight against Kenya's Judy Waguthii, scheduled for June 21st, at the Hamilton Convention Centre, in Ontario, Canada. In watching the intense training of the woman we've come to know as 'Lil Tyson', two things became abundantly clear at first glance: 1.) There's very little hope for anyone on the receiving end of that left-hook, and 2.) this is a fighter who has the best trainer, along with all the natural physical attribtes necessary to overcome every level of competition en route to an inevitable world title.
At the mere thought of her questionable loss to Ina Menzer, it was pretty clear that there was no room for a 'pity party', but instead, a diversion to the act of making sure mistakes of yesterday find no way to hinder success of tomorrow. continue l
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Where Are They Now? Greg Haugen
Interview by Shawn M. Murphy: Recently I spoke with former Lightweight and Light Welterweight champ Greg Haugen. Haugen turned pro in 1982 and with an 18-0 record, received a title shot against Jimmy Paul in 1986. Haugen decisioned Paul to become the IBF Lightweight champ. Haugen lost the title in his first defense to Vinny Pazienza. The following year Haugen met Pazienza again, winning the back the title via a unanimous decision. After two defenses, Haugen lost the title to Pernell Whitaker. In 1991 he upset Hector “Macho” Camacho for the WBO Light Welterweight title, only to lose it later that year to Camacho in a rematch. In his final bout for a major title, Haugen lost to Julio Cesar Chavez in 1993 by a 5th round TKO. Haugen retired in 1999 with a 40-10-1 record. continue l
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The unfilled void left by Lennox Lewis
 By Geoffrey Ciani: The more time passes, the more I appreciate the tremendous career of former undisputed heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis. Ever since he announced his retirement there has been a void in the heavyweight division. As they say, the state of boxing is always dependent upon the state of the heavyweight division, and Lewis’s departure has left the division in a state of constant uncertainty. The result: the casual fan is less apt to follow the scene, and therefore, the entire sport of boxing suffers.
Since his farewell, two boxers have come close to filling the void left by Lewis, both of whom go by the name of “Klitschko." Brothers Vitali and Wladimir are arguably the two best talents to have passed through the heavyweight landscape during the interim, and yet, neither has been able to fully establish himself as the true heir. continue l
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Munoz enters Mexican lion’s den for Super Flyweight Unification vs. Mijares
GOMEZ PALACIO, DURANGO, Mexico (May 13, 2008) – -- watch the fight live on eastsideboxing.com -- WBA champion Alexander “El Explosivio” Munoz is fighting in WBC title-holder Cristian Mijares’ hometown Saturday night (May 17) in the first super flyweight unification title bout in nearly a decade, headlining the “Noche de Campeones” pay-per-view event live from the Auditorio Centenario in Gomez Palacio, Durango, Mexico. continue l
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Ricky Hatton Speaks On Upcoming Lazcano Fight - "It's Going To Be A Special Night!"
13.05.08 - by James Slater: Not long now until Ricky Hatton's eagerly awaited return to the ring. Coming back after his brave but ultimately failing effort against pound-for-pound king Floyd "Pretty Boy" Mayweather, Hatton faces tough 33 year old Juan Lazcano this coming May 24th. Long ago a huge success with regard to ticket sales (over 50,000 sold), the fight is sure to be an exciting night for the Hatton faithful. continue l
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Gamboa reaching for Pacman’s title
 When unbeaten super featherweight phenomenon Yuriorkis Gamboa (9-0-0, 8 kos) steps into the ring against Darling Jimenez (23-2-2, 14 kos) this Saturday (May 17th) in Primm, Nevada, it will not only be the HBO debut of the Cuban Olympic gold medallist, but also his chance to win the WBC international championship. The title had been laid down by none other than Phillipinian superstar Manny Pacquiao before “Pacman” stripped the world title from Juan Manuel Marquez on March 15th.
“Of course, it is a great honour to fight for this belt”, states Gamboa. “Especially as this in only my tenth professional fight. I am glad that my performances so far have convinced the sanctioning bodies to put me very high in the ratings and I am willing to prove that I am the best boxer in the world.” At the moment Gamboa is rated on No. 3 in the WBA and on No. 4 in the WBC world rankings. continue l
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Sechew Powell To Headline In NYC
HOLLYWOOD, FL, May 13 – Times Square in New York City. To many, it’s the center of the universe. That may be open to debate, but what isn’t is that on Wednesday, June 11th, Hard Rock Cafe New York in the heart of Times Square will be the center of the boxing universe when Seminole Warriors Boxing and Gotham Boxing present the first boxing show ever in this renowned venue. continue l
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Eileen Olszewski on WABC with Dr. Marvell Scott
New York boxing fans be sure to tune in to WABC TV Eyewitness News Sports on Wednesday, May 14. Sports anchor Dr. Marvell Scott visits with current WIBA flyweight champion Eileen Olszewski (5-0-1). Dr. Scott spoke with Eileen about her unique career choice from classically trained ballerina to becoming a rising star in the world of female boxing, and on facing Carina "La Reina" Moreno ( 17-1-5 KO) June 13 for the IFBA light flyweight crown on the all women championship PPV " Finally" in Albuquerque, New Mexico. continue l
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Boxing Youth on display in “Diamonds in the Rough”
PAWTUCKET, Rhode Island (May 13, 2008) – Youth takes center stage Saturday night (May 17) in “Diamonds in the Rough,” presented by Peter Manfredo, Sr. in association with Let’s Get It On Promotions, at Freeport (I.B.E.W.) Hall in Dorchester, Massachusetts. continue l
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WBC News: David Haye Vacates Title; Timothy Bradley
 David Haye has communicated to the WBC his plans for his future in boxing in a beautiful letter written to the WBC President Jose Sulaiman. David Haye has relinquished his WBC cruiserweight championship and is requesting the WBC to rate him in the heavyweight division, hoping that his second dream, to win the WBC green and gold heavyweight championship, becomes true in the near future.
The WBC wishes David Haye the best of luck in the heavyweight division and confirms complete support to him as well.
The WBC vacant cruiserweight title will be contested between Rudolf Kraj and Giacobbe Fragomeni. continue l
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Alexander Povetkin Back In Action July 19th In Germany
by James Slater: Unbeaten heavyweight contender Alexander Povetkin steps back in the ring for the first time since his points win over "Fast" Eddie Chambers this coming July 19th. In earning the number one spot in the rankings of the IBF, thus positioning himself to one day face Wladimir Klitschko for the world title, Povetkin proved he wanted it more than Chambers did. Now, with Klitschko taking on his WBO mandatory challenger in Tony Thompson, also in July, the 15-0(11) Povetkin takes a fight so as to remain sharp. continue l
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Francisco "El Gato" Figueroa Makes ESPN Debut
NABF Super Lightweight Champion and WBC #10, IBF #13, and WBA #14 rated contender, Francisco "El Gato" Figueroa, (18-2, 13 KO's) from the Bronx, New York is an undeniable talent. In addition to his boxing skills, toughness and ring savey, Figueroa adds another atractive demension to his game, his charisma. Whether it's by being plastered all over youtube.com, or being interviewed by magazines, newspaper's and boxing websites, Figueroa always finds a way to capture his fan's attention. continue l
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Chris Byrd: Tale of the Tape Comparison
A 1992 Olympic silver medalist at 165 lbs, Chris Byrd is attempting to become only the third heavyweight champion to move DOWN in weight and become a light heavyweight titleist, a feat accomplished by Bob Fitzsimmons (1903) and Roy Jones, Jr. (2003). Byrd is the only one of the three who successfully defended his heavyweight title. He is expected to weigh-in 51 pounds LESS than he did in his last fight, against Alexander Povetkin on October 27, 2007. continue l
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Where Are They Now? Tommy Morrison
 Interview by Shawn M. Murphy: Normally in my “Where Are They Now” column, I interview boxers who are retired and have been away from the game for awhile. Because of the relative inactivity over the past eleven years of Tommy Morrison, I’ve decided to do a column on a fighter who is currently active. Tommy “The Duke” Morrison is a former WBO and IBC Heavyweight Champion. Morrison began his pro career in 1988. He gained international popularity when Sylvester Stallone cast him as Tommy Gunn in Rocky V. Morrison lost his first bid for a title in 1991 against Ray Mercer. He rebounded and in 1993 beat George Foreman for the WBO title and in 1995 beat Razor Ruddock for the IBC title. His career was derailed by a positive test for HIV in 1996; a test Morrison insists was a false positive. For the next eleven years Morrison was rarely heard of until 1996, when he announced his comeback. He was licensed in February 2007, after a negative HIV test and KO’d John Castle in two rounds. Most recently in February, Morrison beat Matt Weishaar in Leon, Mexico. continue l
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Pavlik, Lockett Open Media Workout
Undefeated world middleweight champion KELLY “The Ghost” PAVLIK and his trainer JACK LOEW will host a media workout at the Southside Boxing Club (3311 Erie St., Youngstown, OH, 44507) Tomorrow! Wednesday, May 14. Pavlik and Loew will do interviews first, beginning at Noon, followed by Pavlik’s workout, beginning at approximately 1 p.m. Pavlik is in the midst of heavy training for his world title defense against No. 1 contender and mandatory challenger GARY “The Rocket” LOCKETT. continue l
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Brendan Ingle Says Ricky Hatton Would Stop New WBC Light-Welterweight Champ Timothy Bradley
13.05.08 - by James Slater: No sooner was new WBC light-welterweight champion Timothy Bradley raising his hands in victory after being rightfully given the winning verdict in his fight with defending champion Junior Witter on Saturday, were fight fans debating what would happen if Ricky Hatton were to fight Bradley. continue l
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Kevin Mitchell Added To Pavlik Lockett Undercard
British star Kevin Mitchell will make his US debut on the undercard of Gary Lockett's world middleweight title challenge against Kelly Pavlik on June 7. Mitchell, the British, Commonwealth, WBO and IBF Intercotinental Super-Featherweight Champion, will only be defending his WBO Intercontinental belt at the Boardwalk Hotel in Atlantic City. The show will be screened live and exclusive on Setanta Sports in the UK. continue l
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Miranda-Abraham 2: Tickets On Sale Now
 HOLLYWOOD, FL, May 12 – It may only be the first full day of summer, but June 21st will also be the hottest night of the year for fight fans as super middleweight bomber Edison ‘Pantera’ Miranda gets his shot at revenge against the first man to beat him, ‘King’ Arthur Abraham, in a highly anticipated war at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida. Tickets for this epic clash, priced at $202, $152, $102, and $52 are now on sale and may be purchased at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or TicketMaster.com.
Also added to the Abraham vs Miranda II card is a world middleweight title elimination bout between Raul Marquez – a former world champion who is undefeated since 2004 – and Dominican banger Giovanni Lorenzo, who has yet to taste defeat in a six year pro career that has seen him compile a 26-0 record. These important headlining bouts, plus a full-slate of undercard action, will have fight fans on their feet from start to finish, but hurry, because tickets are expected to go fast. l
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Euro Boxing Roundup: Castillejo, Bakhtov, Bute, Kessler, More
By Per Ake Persson: Spanish veteran and former WBC, WBA and EBU champ at jr middle and middle, Javier Castillejo, 62-8-0-1, has decided to continue his career. Castillejo lost the EBU title in April to Sebastian Sylvester after suffering a bad knockout and most thought that would be it for the Spanish alltime great. But the 40-year old wants to continue even after close to 20 years as a pro. continue l
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The Spoiler who came to fight
12.05.88 - By Mel Dixon: Boxing fans like a good underdog. They won’t pay much attention to an underdog who is not any good and who is comprehensively beaten without much in the way of resistance. Instead they’ll probably say ‘I could do better than him’. This weekend saw an example of the former. Youssef Al Hamidi is a British-based lightweight whose record consisted of four wins, eight defeats and one draw prior to his contest with unbeaten prospect John Murray on Saturday night. continue l
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Golden Boy Promotions signs deal with Versus to televise Hatton - Lazcano
LOS ANGELES (May 12, 2008) – Golden Boy Promotions announced today a deal with VERSUS, the sports network that celebrates real competition in all its forms, to televise the Ricky Hatton vs. Juan Lazcano and Paulie Malignaggi vs. Lovemore N’Dou world championship doubleheader. continue l
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Cotto, Margarito is a MONSTER in the making
 By Mike Cassell - 5/13/2008: While I sat ringside earlier this month, watching what amounted to a glorified sparring session between Oscar De La Hoya and Steve Forbes, it reminded me just how ridiculous boxing can get. This was boxing without the drama. It was absurdly obvious that Oscar De La Hoya is getting hit far more than ever before, by an opponent that wouldn’t last 3 rounds with the likes of Miguel Cotto or Antonio Margarito. It is even more apparent that he will yet again lose in another bore-fest against Mayweather Jr. this September. By about round 4, as the cameras stopped flashing and crowd became quiet, I began to daydream about a real fight, with real competition while checking my flight time on my blackberry.
I will not tell you that Antonio Margarito 36 -5 -1 (26 KO’s) is pound for pound the best in the world, because he is not. I will not tell you that he requires some ridiculous pedigree from his competition, because he doesn’t. continue l
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Boxing Movie Review: "The Hammer"
By John Howard: Although "The Hammer" was released (limited) in select theaters on March 21st, I waited until it came to our local $3 theater rather than drive the 60 miles to Los Angeles to review it. In retrospect, I should have made the drive back in March ... I found the movie that entertaining. continue l
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David Tua Agrees To Fight The Winner Of Arreola-Witherspoon Clash
by James Slater: It's been a long time coming, but it appears the big-punching David Tua will at last get back in the mix of things at or near the upper echelon of the heavyweight division later this year. According to an article in the New Zealand Sunday News, Tua has agreed to face the winner of the upcoming Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola and "Gentleman" Chazz Witherspoon bout - a clash of unbeaten big men that takes place on June 21st. continue l
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Paul Malignaggi Looking To Shine On Hatton vs. Lazcano Bill
On May 24, at City of Manchester Stadium, British fight fans will be treated to a boxing feast. Leading the top of the card will be Britain's favorite son and most popular sportsman this decade, Ricky Hatton. In addition, a great deal of interest will be focused on the first appearance in Britain of IBF light welterweight champion Paul Malignaggi who defends his title against hardened former beltholder Lovemore Ndou. continue l
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'Say My Name': Timothy Bradley No Longer Under The Radar
 12.05.08 - By Vivek Wallace, photo by Sumio Yamada - After Saturday nights shocker in Nottingham, England, fight fans were left with a new 'buzz' to talk about. To use the word 'Cinderella' would be a bit misleading and inappropriate, but no doubt California's Timothy Bradley flew under many fight fans radars for quite some time and at long last, the march is over, now for Bradley the true journey begins. When you look at the 140lb weight class, the first guys you think of is either Paul Malinaggi or Ricky Hatton. For the longest time Junior Witter was considered to be amongst them, but Saturday nights performance would suddenly change that. It'll be interesting to see what Bradley does in the future, and although I've heard no formal discussions, I'll end this portion of the 'Weekend-Wrapup' by asking does the 147 lb welterweight division have room for another talent? Call me crazy, but despite having his talents slightly spoiled by fighting a very unorthodoxed Witter, Bradley still managed to look very good and could have a very bright future in what's already a standing-room-only 'Battalion-of-young-Stallions'. Maybe not right away, but being undefeated and climbing, add me to that growing majority that would love to see him join the ranks! continue l
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"Smokin'" Joe Frazier's Philadelphia Gym Reportedly Up For Sale For $2.4 Million
by James Slater: He is probably the single most famous fighter ever to have come out of Philadelphia, and now, the city's boxing gym that bears his name is reportedly up for sale for a price of $2.4 million. "Smokin'" Joe Frazier's Philly gym is the legendary training facility in question, and according to a news article in The Philadelphia Enquirer, the gym is being advertised with the slogan "a chance to own a piece of history.. continue l
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"Kendall Holt knows that I hit hard"- Ricardo Torres
By Estewil Quesada-Fernández: Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia. Two months away from his third title defense, Ricardo Torres is ready to ratify in Las Vegas his impressive performance of last September when he sent home empty-handed challenger Kendall Holt. The champion, who trained during the month of December 2007, having Demetrius Hopkins on mind, was caught by surprise last April when his promoter, Mr. Billy Chams, released to the press the name of his new rival. "I was surprised because I was expecting a fight with Demetrius Hopkins, but at the same time I'm happy because I'm going to finish this business with Kendall Holt,” “Mochuelo” Torres pointed out. continue l
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Vitali Klitschko: A happy ending for his comeback?
12.05.08 - By César Pancorvo: Vitali Klitschko’s comeback must be one of the strangest of all time. His retirement in 2005, after cancelling a fight against Hasim Rahman four times, was just as complicated. His last bout as a pro boxer was a title defence against Danny Williams in December 2004, and after that a fight against Hasim Rahman was scheduled for April 2005; it was great news, everyone started thinking that Vitali would be an active champion that could be a good replacement or successor to Lennox Lewis, but then the fight was cancelled and rescheduled one time, then another time, etc. In November, he finally decided to retire, days before the fight. continue l
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Book Review: Sam Langford - Boxing's Greatest Uncrowned Champion
 By Adeyinka Makinde: The name Sam Langford has loomed large in many constructions of boxing history. From the oral discourses of the old timers to the pictorial digests of the glossy coffee table offerings, Langford’s tale is often summarised by his rivalries with contemporary black fighters Joe Jeannette and Sam McVey, his unrequited hopes of attaining the heavyweight championship of the world –a slender chance rendered impossible by the decisions and indiscretions of Jack Johnson- and his later descent into a private hell of blindness and poverty. It is of course true that while historians have consistently alluded to his masterful style and his dexterity of skill, his story nevertheless has tended to be portrayed in short, consumable stanzas –never writ large, and only as a ‘supporting act’ in the often repeated saga of Johnson.
Why this is so is not at all hard to fathom. The writing of history, particularly as it relates to boxing, can often be dictated by the commercial viability of a project. continue l
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Duran vs. Mayweather
12.05.08 - By William Pinkard II: First off I am writing this, knowing that 99% of fight fans will disagree violently. Duran has fight fans that (rightfully so) think very highly of him. He dominated the 70’s and the lightweight division like no other. He used a very violent, but not reckless, style of fighting that also incorporated brilliant defensive tactics. He hit hard,, fast, and often.
Mayweather is a different story all together. He is generally either overrated or underrated. Those who overrate him think he is a all time top 5 fighter. NO HE IS NOT. They quickly say he is undefeated, and has 5 world titles and is undefeated and no other fighter has done this. That makes him the greatest. That is garbage. continue l
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Reading, PA Fight Weekend June 6&7 to Include Antillon/Rubio
READING, PA (May 12, 2008) -- Reading, Pennsylvania will host a weekend of fistic warfare on June 6th & 7th at the historic Sovereign Performing Arts Center. Although the nation's largest and best World War II Reenactment Weekend will be taking place this same weekend on the nearby Reading Airport grounds, bombs will also be flying in the boxing ring in downtown Reading. continue l
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McCullough: David Haye could make it in UFC
By Mark Pickering: Former WBC bantamweight champion Wayne McCullough believes soon-to-be heavyweight contender David Haye has all the tools to follow his ambition of one-day becoming a mixed martial arts star. McCullough, 32, who become an official spokesman for the industry-leading Ultimate Fighting Championship last year, said: "Haye can already punch and he has natural strength, so he’d fit nicely into the MMA heavyweight division.. continue l
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Junior Witter Speaks After Loss To Tim Bradley - "No Way Am I Retiring!"
 by James Slater: Though he has admitted he is hugely disappointed after losing his treasured WBC light-welterweight championship, 34-year-old Junior Witter has made it clear he is not going to call it quits on his career. Junior also says he believes he actually won last night in Nottingham. And while he may not have too many people agreeing with him on that score, what Witter had to say now that he's an ex-champion merits a listen.
Talking to Setanta Sports just hours after the fight last night, Witter had the following things to say.
"I'm gutted, I can't believe it," Witter remarked. "I thought I'd done enough to win. I know I had the knockdown [against me] but I thought I worked hard enough in the rest of the fight to win comfortably. But I don't think you saw the best of me tonight. Timothy Bradley came out and fought and took some good shots. He caught me with a hell of a shot. continue l
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Kell Brook Inspired By Rhodes Win
Welterweight hot-shot Kell Brook aims to bring a second British title to Sheffield following Ryan Rhodes' victory last month. Brook will challenge champion Kevin McIntyre for his crown on Saturday 14th June at London's York Hall - where Rhodes knocked out Gary Woolcombe to reclaim his British Light-Middleweight title. continue l
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The United States Wins the Team Title at the First-Ever USA Boxing Olympic Invitational
The first-ever USA Boxing Olympic Invitational took place on Friday night at the Arena at Harbor Yard in Bridgeport, Conn., with several Olympians from the United States, China and Brazil facing off in one of the final competitions before the 2008 Olympics. continue l
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Star Boxing: Arnaoutis, Vargas Rock The Boardwalk
In front of a sold out Bally's Atlantic City crowd presented by Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing, "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis (19-2-2 9KO) retained his USBA JR. Welterweight title with a spirited, hard fought, 12 round unanimous decsion over previously undefeated Lanardo Tyner (19-1 11KO) by scores of 118-110 twice, and 116-112. continue l
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Timothy Bradley: “I knew this fight was mine”
 NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND (May 10, 2008) -- Photo by Tom Casino / Showtime - There's a new sheriff in Nottingham and his name is TIMOTHY "DESERT STORM" BRADLEY! The undefeated Bradley from Palm Springs, California, entered the ring at the Trent FM Arena in Nottingham, England tonight as the No. 1 contender and mandatory challenger and exited it as the new World Boxing Council (WBC) super lightweight champion. Bradley (22-0, 11 KOs), promoted by Gary Shaw Productions and Thompson Boxing Promotions, won a superb 12-round split decision on scores of 115-113, 114-113, 112-115. He turned the tide near the end of the sixth round, smashing an overhand right to the jaw of defending champion Junior Witter (36-2-1, 21 KOs), en route to dethroning Witter in his third defense of the crown he has held since 2006.
“I knew this fight was mine,” the newly crowned 24-year-old champion told SHOWTIME, which broadcast the fight to the U.S. on its popular program ShoBox: The New Generation. “I’ve seen the tapes [of Witter’s past fights], and he fades in the sixth and seventh. And I know that’s when I come on. I get stronger in the later rounds. continue l
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Blackwell to face Samuel on June 6th at The Legendary Blue Horizon
On Friday night, June 6th, undefeated Featherweight, Jules Blackwell will be in with his toughest test as he takes on Tyrell Samuel in an eight round bout that will headline a big night of boxing promoted by Vernoca L. Michael and Blue Horizon Boxing Promotions Inc. continue l
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Was Witter's Loss A Classic Case Of A Fighter Looking Ahead - And How Happy Will Ricky Hatton Be Now!?
by James Slater: Though absolutely nothing should be taken away from new WBC light-welterweight champion Timothy Bradley, was Junior Witter's loss, at least partially, due to Witter not giving the 24 year old his undivided attention? We all know who former champ Witter has been close to obsessed with for a number of years now - Ricky Hatton. Desperate to get it on with his biggest name rival at 140 pounds, Witter tried everything to get Hatton to fight him. continue l
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Derrick Findley Defeats Miguel Hernandez
In the highly anticipated Middleweight match up, cross town rivals Derrick "Superman" Findley (11-2-0, 6 KOs) and "The Contender's" Miguel "Macho" Hernandez (20-8-0, 10 KOs) did battle in an eight round bout this past Friday at the Cicero Stadium in Cicero, IL. Hernandez known from his appearance on the third season of the boxing reality show "The Contender" looked to put on a show for his hometown crowd. continue l
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Bradley Defeats Witter
 NEW YORK (May 11, 2008) – Photo by Tom Casino / Showtime - Timothy “Desert Storm” Bradley showed no signs of jetlag in his upset, split-decision victory over defending world champion Junior Witter Saturday. Bradley, a four-fight veteran of the SHOWTIME boxing series ShoBox: The New Generation, captured the World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Lightweight Championship by scores of 115-113, 114-113 and 112-115 to become the 25th ShoBox fighter to win a world title.
The special Saturday night edition of the popular, prospect-oriented series was promoted by Hennessy Sports from the Trent FM Arena at Nottingham, England and aired on a same-day tape delay.
In the co-feature, No. 1-ranked WBC super middleweight contender Carl Froch of Nottingham dispatched late-replacement Albert Rybacki of Poland with a fourth-round stoppage. continue l
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Juan Futrell Wants Shot At Andre Berto
Welterweight contender, Don Juan Futrell (21-3-1, 10 KO's) wants to sent a message to NABF welterweight champion Andre Berto (21-0, 18 KO's) before his scheduled fight set to take place June 21, 2008 at the FedEx Forum in Memphis TN, televised on HBO. "My brother Repo Rick has informed me that your fight with Miguel Angel Rodriguez is not signed yet. If Rodriguez doesn't want to step up, I will. continue l
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Professional Debut For Philadelphia's Leading Lady
Philadelphia's very own first lady of amateur boxing Faatimah (Tamika) Balmer makes her professional debut against, former New England Golden Gloves Champion, Alexandra Madgziak at the Peter Manfredo Snr. in association with Let's Get It On Promotions 'Diamonds In The Rough' event in Dorchester MA on the 17th May 2008. continue l
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Froch Defeats Rybacki, Bradley Decisions Witter, Murray Defeats Al Hamadi
By Kenny Rushby: First we had the John Murray fight against Youseff Al Hamadi. The undefeated Murray started as clear favourite against a guy with a pretty poor record (4-8-1(1)), but it quickly became apparent that Al Hamadi's record was slightly misleading. For me, he looked more aggressive, landing not only more punches but more telling punches too. Murray was very lucky indeed to get the decision, and although he'll want to wipe this one from memory quickly I suggest he study it and take on board his mistakes - most notably a poor guard through the middle. Personally, I gave this fight to the challenger. continue l
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Carl Froch Maintains His Unbeaten Record With TKO Of Rybacki
 By Andrew Walker, photo by Tom Casino / Showtime - Home town favourite and local boy Carl Froch 23-0-(19) put aside the disappointment of planned opponent Russian Dennis Inkin pulling out of their fight at short notice for the second time to TKO late replacement and unbeaten Pole Albert Rybacki 16-1-(8) in the fourth round at the Nottingham Ice Arena, Nottingham, England.
The fight was given equal billing to the Junior Witter vs. Timothy Bradley contest for the WBC light-welterweight title (won by Bradley) and was shown live on ITV1 in the UK and Showtime in the USA. Carl Froch was recently made the number one contender for the super-middleweight crown by the WBC and a fight between Froch and current champion Joe Calzaghe will now be attempted to be made by Froch’s promoter Hennessy Sports. continue l
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John Murray Keeps Perfect Record With Close Points Win Over Youseff Al Hamadi
by James Slater: Tonight, on the under-card of the Witter-Bradley clash in Nottinghman, unbeaten lightweight John Murray of Manchester kept his blemish-free record as he out-pointed late replacement Youseff Al Hamadi, the Syrian-born Dewsbury native, over 8 competitive rounds. The referee, Terry O'Connor, was the sole scoring official and he made the 23 year old Murray a 2 point winner at 77-75 . continue l
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Chris Byrd, Shaun George Media Workout at Planet Hollywood
Two-time heavyweight champion CHRIS BYRD will give the media an up-close-and-personal look at his new physique when he and his opponent Shaun George host a media workout Tomorrow! Wednesday, May 14, beginning at Noon in the PH Ring located on the mezzanine level at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. continue l
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Juan Lazcano Speaks On His Upcoming Fight With Ricky Hatton - "It's Gonna Be A Battle Of Wills!"
by James Slater: Somewhat quiet so far in the lead up to his big fight with Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton, the returning Juan Lazcano has finally given away some of his inner feelings regarding the May 24th clash. In a televised interview with Sky Sports that was shown in the U.K yesterday, "The Hispanic Causing Panic" let it be known he is both ready and looking forward to a great battle.. continue l
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Junior Witter loses to Timothy Bradley
 By Andrew Walker, photo by Tom Casino/Showtime - Junior Witter 36-2-2-(21) lost his WBC light-welterweight World title tonight against Timothy Bradley 22-0-(11) at the Nottingham Ice Arena, Nottingham, England via a controversial split decision. The decision was controversial in the respect that although a close fight, Bradley clearly won the contest with his speed, stamina and aggression by at least two rounds on my scorecard. Incredibly one judge Franco Ciminale, scored the fight 115/112 to Witter! It was a close fight but that scoring was just plain scandalous and maybe the WBC should look at this for reference to that judge being employed for future title fights? Thankfully for Bradley and more importantly for the credibility of boxing the two other judges scored the fight correctly with Omar Minton scoring it 113/114 and Daniel Van de Wiele 113/115 both in favour of Bradley. continue l
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Giving Dee His Due
By Ted Sares: Dee “Denorvell” Collier fought out of California during the 80’s and finished with a modest record of 12 (KO 8) - 9 (KO 1). He had a great chin and excellent power. His problem seemed to be that the level of his opposition might have been too good too quickly. Fighting guys like Buster Douglass, Monte Masters, Alex Garcia, Mark Wills and Eric Curry was not exactly tantamount to cherry picking. His one KO loss was to Nigerian bomber Bash Ali who won 30 of his last 31 bouts (all but one by way of stoppage), but who had a knack for losing when he stepped up. continue l
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Paul Truscott Wins Vacant Commonwealth Featherweight Title With Gruelling Points Win Over Osumanu Akaba
10.05.08 - by James Slater: Last night, in Middlesbrough, U.K, 22 year old local man Paul Truscott gritted his teeth and won the fight of his young career as he closely out-pointed Ghana's more experienced Osumanu Akaba. Both men gave their all over the full 12 rounds, but at the end the vacant Commonwealth featherweight championship was Truscott's. Winning via a unanimous verdict by scores of 116-112 (twice) and 115-113, the 22 year old proved a lot of people wrong. continue l
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Campbell-Casamayor Headed to Purse Bid
Jacksonville, FL: The anticipated lightweight matchup between IBF/ WBO / WBA Champion Nate Campbell vs. WBO Interim Champion Joel Casamayor appears to be headed for a purse bid, according to Campbell's co-promoter Terry J. Trekas of One Punch Productions. "I spoke to Don King about an hour ago, and Don will be requesting that the WBO order this fight to go to purse bid, since the "negotiations" went nowhere. Whether or not that results in Joel actually signing the bout agreement, well, we will have to see what happens with that. My guess is he won't, but this is the process we have to go through" said Trekas. continue l
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