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David Tua returns July 17 vs. Monte Barrett in Atlantic City
NEW YORK (May 26, 2010) – “Tua De Force” has shifted sites and will now continue July 17 at the Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City as Samoan strongman David “Tuamanator” Tua, coming off a near shutout victory by unanimous 12-round decision this past March, faces former world title challenger Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett. [...]
Manny Pacquiao wants to retire from boxing after November 13 fight
The seven division world boxing champion, Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao, is doing just fine after being hospitalized for stomach problems on Sunday, after his release from the hospital he told Philippine station GMANews that he will retire after one last fight, with or without Floyd Mayweather Jr. being his final opponent. Trainer Freddie Roach has stated [...]
Gary Hyde, Guillermo Rigondeaux Manager, wants star back with Freddie Roach
MIAMI (May 25, 2010) – Irish boxing manager Gary Hyde, who last December won a legal judgment in Miami to manage two-time Olympic champion Guillermo “The Jackal” Rigondeaux, recently received legal confirmation to continue managing the Cuban boxing star, effectively knocking out Hyde’s opposition for control of Rigondeaux’ pro boxing career. Defendants had sought reconsideration [...]
James Toney set to make UFC debut against Randy Couture on Aug. 28
James “Lights Out” Toney could be in for a rude awakening when he steps into the octagon with ex- two division UFC champ, Randy “The Natural” Couture, one of the sports most decorated and experienced fighters. Equipped with only a boxing background, Toney will be susceptible to take downs and submissions from Randy Couture a [...]
Zab Judah inks promotional deal with Main Events
The former undisputed welterweight champion of the world, Zab “Super” Judah, signed an exclusive promotional deal with Kathy Duva’s Main Events Promotions. Zab Judah has faced some of the best in boxing from Floyd Mayweather Jr., Miguel Cotto, Joshua Clottey, Kostya Tszyu, Cory Spinks, Micky Ward, and Carlos Baldomir. Main Events will co-promote alongside Super [...]
Back To The Future Boxing Broadcast With Billy C
Lake George, NY – Bill Calogero, Host of the “Talkin Boxing With Billy C” Radio Program has announced that he will go “Back To The Future” with the LIVE Radio Broadcast of X-Cel Promotion’s “The Return Of The Rock” Boxing Event, which is scheduled for June 19, 2010 at the Niagara Falls Conference Center, in [...]
