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Famous Ring Wars – Roberto Duran vs Sugar Ray Leonard

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By John F. McKenna (McJack) On June 20, 1980 a great fight dubbed “The Brawl in Montreal” took place between Panamanian Roberto Duran and Sugar Ray Leonard from the United States. Ray Leonard was a media darling, having won the Light Welterweight Olympic Gold Medal in the 1976 Olympics in Montreal, Canada. The fight with Duran was held in Olympic Stadium where Leonard had … [Read more...] about Famous Ring Wars – Roberto Duran vs Sugar Ray Leonard

Bradley must KO Pacquiao or else he might get robbed like Abril vs. Rios

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By Dewayne Bungo If Timothy Bradley wants to make sure he gets a fair shake against Manny Pacquiao then he has to knock out the Pacman or else he could suffer the same fate of Juan Manuel Marquez and more recently Richard Abril who was robbed of a decision after dominating Brandon Rios. … [Read more...] about Bradley must KO Pacquiao or else he might get robbed like Abril vs. Rios

GRANDCHAMP’S FIGHT AWARDED DURING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

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April 2 2012: Boston, MA – Gail Grandchamp, of North Adams, was recognized during Women’s History Month for her fight for gender equality in the sport of boxing. On March 15, 2012, Gail Grandchamp received a certificate of appreciation for “The Fight for Women and Women’s Boxing” in a ceremony at the State House in Boston.  Robert A De Leo, Massachusetts Speaker of the House, … [Read more...] about GRANDCHAMP’S FIGHT AWARDED DURING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

GRIND 2 DEF ENTERTAINMENT LAUNCHES GRIND 2 DEF TEES

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, (April 14, 2012) -- Grind 2 Def Entertainment is pleased to announce the launch of Grind 2 Def Tees.  The vision of Grind 2 Def Tees is inspired by pro boxing fans, the urban lifestyle and a strong desire to provide unique eye catching clothing that stands out from anything currently on the market. The first t-shirt available thru Grind 2 Def Tees is the … [Read more...] about GRIND 2 DEF ENTERTAINMENT LAUNCHES GRIND 2 DEF TEES

Bradley says Marquez laid out blueprint to defeat Pacquiao

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By John F. McKenna (McJack) Undefeated WBO light welterweight champion Timothy Bradley (28-0-1 NC, 12 KO’s) may be more of a challenge than Team Pacquiao originally thought him to be. “Desert Storm” has a reputation for being a very tough fighter and has exhibited that numerous times against quality opponents. Bradley holds convincing wins over new WBA/IBF light … [Read more...] about Bradley says Marquez laid out blueprint to defeat Pacquiao

Great Fighters Profiled – Beau Jack

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By John F. McKenna (McJack) Beau Jack, born Sidney Walker, was a great African American boxer of the 1940’s. Beau Jack came from very humble beginnings and went on to win the lightweight championship of the world. He was born on April 1, 1921 in Augusta, Georgia. His maternal grandmother, who raised Beau, gave him the nickname after his mother passed away. From an early age … [Read more...] about Great Fighters Profiled – Beau Jack

Arum at it again says no Pacquiao vs. Mayweather fight until 2013

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By Jamal Dicky It seems Bob Arum doesn't give a damn if the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao fight happens, and apparently he thinks we are all stupid enough to buy his excuses of prolonging the fight until next year. We've been hearing this from Arum since 2009! He would say no, the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight isn't likely until 2010, oh wait the fight will not be … [Read more...] about Arum at it again says no Pacquiao vs. Mayweather fight until 2013

VIDEO: The Agapito Sanchez fight shows us why Pacquiao will lose to Bradley

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By Chuy Marco Once it was announced that Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao was going to fight Timothy "Desert Storm" Bradley on June 9, 2012, I already felt it was a cash out fight for Bob Arum and Top Rank. There is no way that a one dimensional fighter like Pacquiao is going to be able to defeat a young, strong, undefeated boxer like Bradley. … [Read more...] about VIDEO: The Agapito Sanchez fight shows us why Pacquiao will lose to Bradley

Joe “The Irish Bomber” Smith Jr. to Go “All In” in Race to Back Towards the Top This Friday on ESPN Card Live from Foxwoods!

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By Coach "K" (March 28th) This Friday, March 30th Mastic, Shirley Long Island, New York's heavy handed "Irish Bomber" Joe Smith Jr. continues his return to the top as a hot boxing prospect in the light heavyweight division when faces Fresno, California's veteran Loren "The Rock" Myers in a scheduled four rounder on the undercard of Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment … [Read more...] about Joe “The Irish Bomber” Smith Jr. to Go “All In” in Race to Back Towards the Top This Friday on ESPN Card Live from Foxwoods!

Do Not Believe Manny Pacquiao When He Says He Will Fight Hard

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By Larry Limcangco Manny Pacquiao is already past his prime and can no longer pull the trigger. I saw in his fight versus Juan Manuel Marquez that he was scared to throw punches and blocking and covering up with his eyes close anytime Marquez fake a punch -- basically the Pacman flinched multiple times out of fear of getting hit. Whenever a fighter becomes scared to get hit … [Read more...] about Do Not Believe Manny Pacquiao When He Says He Will Fight Hard