Former world champion light welterweight boxer Ricky "Hitman" Hatton has finally made a decision on his boxing future and would like to step back into the ring sometime in 2010. Ricky Hatton's only two losses came against the two best pound for pound boxers in the world Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao. Hatton was urged to retire by many in the boxing community after … [Read more...] about Ricky Hatton comeback in the Summer for one last boxing match
Pacquiao’s side pushing for a 145 pound catchweight limit against Clottey
Pound for Pound king and WBO welterweight boxing champion Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and his lawyer Franklin Gacal are looking to get the upcoming March 13, fight with Joshua Clottey to be at 145 pounds instead of the 147 pound weight limit. Clottey already has trouble making 147 pounds and will have to severely dehydrate his body which could be very dangerous to his health … [Read more...] about Pacquiao’s side pushing for a 145 pound catchweight limit against Clottey
Manny & Money: Re-mapping Teddy Atlas’ brain
by Mitsuru Got an Opinion? Boxing Fans Submit Your Article to Nowboxing.com ESPN Friday Night Fights host Teddy Atlas just became a rumormonger and he just made a respected network like ESPN a fish market by peddling fishy tales that reeks of Golden Boy’s rotten propaganda machine about the purported emails that began in Tim Smith’s New York Daily News report allegedly … [Read more...] about Manny & Money: Re-mapping Teddy Atlas’ brain
GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS SIGNS FORMER TWO – TIME HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION JOHN RUIZ
THE FIRST HISPANIC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION LOOKS FOR ANOTHER WORLD TITLE SHOT WITH GOLDEN BOY IN 2010 LOS ANGELES, January 12 – As the first and only Hispanic Heavyweight World Champion paves his way through the boxing history books, John Ruiz, has joined forces with Golden Boy Promotions to help guide his path. The Puerto Rican descendant has accomplished a lot throughout … [Read more...] about GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS SIGNS FORMER TWO – TIME HEAVYWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION JOHN RUIZ
Michael Lohan to Step Into Boxing Ring, Eyes Jon Gosselin
(Essington, PA) - Michael Lohan wants a piece of Jon Gosselin and isn't afraid to let everyone know it. But there's a hurdle still left to clear. Lohan, father of tabloid queen Lindsay Lohan, will headline Celebrity Boxing 16: Nothing Personal as he takes on up-and-coming actor Bobby Dolan in the ring on Friday, January 15 in Essington. "I want Gosselin, and that's a … [Read more...] about Michael Lohan to Step Into Boxing Ring, Eyes Jon Gosselin
Jermain Taylor Pulls Out Of ” Showtime’s Super 6 Tournament”
Former middleweight boxing champion, Jermain "Bad Intentions" Taylor, has dropped out of Showtime boxing's "Super Six World Boxing Classic" because he felt it was the smart road for him to take at this time. "It's important that I give my body and mind some much-needed rest, because I have been boxing for nearly 20 years. I plan on keeping myself in shape and making a … [Read more...] about Jermain Taylor Pulls Out Of ” Showtime’s Super 6 Tournament”
‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley Takes on Dogfighters in New PETA PSA
Current World Boxing Association welterweight super champion "Sugar" Shane Mosley is a fierce opponent in the boxing ring, but when it comes to dogs, he's just as sweet as his nickname implies. In a new anti-dogfighting PSA for PETA, Mosley points out that he chooses to fight—and that dogs don't. As a professional athlete, Mosley is a positive role model who is well known to … [Read more...] about ‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley Takes on Dogfighters in New PETA PSA
Maurice “Sugar Moe” Harris Gunning For Top Heavyweights
(Photo credit: Robert Allen/Boxing 360) NEW YORK (Jan. 11, 2010) – New Jersey heavyweight Maurice“Sugar Moe” Harris, winner of the 2002 ‘Thunderbox Heavyweight Tournament,” fighting January 29 for the first time in more than two years, against veteran Billy “The Kid” Zumbrun in Albuquerque. The 33-year-old Harris (20-14-2, 10 KOs) is genuine, no hype, and the often … [Read more...] about Maurice “Sugar Moe” Harris Gunning For Top Heavyweights
Arum Makes It Official Pacquiao Vs. Clottey At Dallas Cowboy’s Stadium
Bob Arum promotes both Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and African boxer Joshua Clottey and is finalizing a deal so both fighters can face off in the boxing ring for March 13, 2010. The signing came on the heels of the failed negotiations between Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao teams to come to an agreement over a blood testing cut off date. Mayweather and his team wanted a … [Read more...] about Arum Makes It Official Pacquiao Vs. Clottey At Dallas Cowboy’s Stadium
What Pacquiao Should Do To Clear His Name
By Neil Sison Got an Opinion? Boxing Fans Submit Your Article to Nowboxing.com I am Filipino and of course a Manny Pacquiao fan. I fully understand the issue on drug testing – both sides will never agree to pressure as this will mean mental advantage for their opponent. However, and whatever – it has tarnished the image of the Pacman and the fight fans will always … [Read more...] about What Pacquiao Should Do To Clear His Name
Manny Pacquiao Keeping Boxing Alive While UFC Thrives
By Henry Badeau Got an Opinion? Submit Your Article to Nowboxing.com I know for many of us boxing fans it is hard to admit that boxing is not what it once was. Boxing's heavyweight division died a few years ago and now all of the champions are European and the majority of heavyweights are fat slobs who couldn't even pass a high school physical fitness test. Boxing … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao Keeping Boxing Alive While UFC Thrives
Manny Pacquiao And Steroids: The Truth And What It Is Really All About
By Oliver Suarez The fight of the decade is now currently off and the cloud of steroids is now hanging over the Pound for Pound King. Now he is basically being mandated by the opposite side, some fans and boxing analysts to furnish proof that he is not a cheater. This is a fighter who has never tested positive for using any illegal substance or been involved closely with … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao And Steroids: The Truth And What It Is Really All About
(Video) Teddy Atlas breaks down the Pacquiao-Mayweather blood tests and email shocker!
Brian Kenny joined by his in studio guest ESPN head boxing writer, Dan Rafael, starts off the segment with his interview of Pacquiao coach Freddie Roach on the steroid blood testing issue and Pacquiao's upcoming match with Joshua Clottey and the possibility of Mayweather Jr. vs. Pacquiao down the line. During the season premiere of ESPN2 Friday Night Fights "Karmazin vs. … [Read more...] about (Video) Teddy Atlas breaks down the Pacquiao-Mayweather blood tests and email shocker!
Campillo-Shumenov II Jan. 29 in Las Vegas
GABRIEL CAMPILLO VS. BEIBUT SHUMENOV CLASH IN REMATCH FOR LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE ON JANUARY 29 AT HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO IN LAS VEGAS AND TELEVISED LIVE ON FOX SPORTS NET TICKETS ON SALE TOMORROW, SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 AT 12 PM PT! LOS ANGELES, January 8 – On Friday, January 29, KZ Event Productions and Golden Boy Promotions are pleased to present an evening of … [Read more...] about Campillo-Shumenov II Jan. 29 in Las Vegas
Watch The ESPN 2 “Friday Night Fights” Jan. 8 Season Premiere
"Friday Night Fights" kicks off it's 12th season on ESPN2 with a 12 round IBF middleweight title eliminator: Russian boxer Roman Karmazin(39-3-1, 25 KO's) vs. Dionsio Miranda(20-4-2, 18 KO's) of Columbia and an 8 round heavyweight showcase: Andrey Fedosov vs. Lionel Butler. The winner of Karmazin vs. Miranda will be the next opponent for the winner of the Sebastian Sylvester … [Read more...] about Watch The ESPN 2 “Friday Night Fights” Jan. 8 Season Premiere