By John F. McKenna (McJack) Five time trainer of the year Freddie Roach believes that his charge WBO welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao (54-3-2, 38 KO’s) needs to put on a dominating performance when he squares of against WBO light welterweight champion Timothy Bradley (28-0-1 NC, 12 KO’s). The pair will clash at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas on June 9. … [Read more...] about Pacquiao needs to dominate Bradley
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PACQUIAO UNDERESTIMATED MARQUEZ (WOULD YOU BELIEVE?)
By Ludwig Daza Manny Pacquiao said he underestimated Marquez in their third fight and was surprised that Juan Manuel Marquez came in the ring heftier and stronger. “I underestimated him so I didn't do plyometrics,” said Pacquaio. … [Read more...] about PACQUIAO UNDERESTIMATED MARQUEZ (WOULD YOU BELIEVE?)
Exploring The World Boxing Federation
Renowned boxing correspondent Lyle Fitzsimmons recently undertook an interview with World Boxing Federation Marketing Director Gianluca Di Caro, which was published today on boxingscene.com … [Read more...] about Exploring The World Boxing Federation
UFC’s Dana White Calls Mayweather A Racist For Jeremy Lin and Pacquiao Comments
By Charlie Knoxville UFC president Dana White, a long time boxing fan who runs the worlds largest Mixed Martial Arts company in the world has never held his tongue when it comes to the topic of Floyd Mayweather Jr.. … [Read more...] about UFC’s Dana White Calls Mayweather A Racist For Jeremy Lin and Pacquiao Comments
ESPN’s Friday Night Fights: Former Featherweight Titlist in Main Event, Studio Interview with Timothy Bradley
Ali 70 from Las Vegas to Air February 25 on ABC & ESPN2 On February 24, ESPN’s Friday Night Fights presented by Corona Extra will feature two top contenders -- Ring Magazine’s No.10 ranked Junior Lightweight Juan Carlos “Mini” Burgos (28-1, 19 KOs) and former featherweight titlist Cristobal “Lacandon” Cruz (39-12-3, 23 KOs) in the 12-round main event. Friday’s show will … [Read more...] about ESPN’s Friday Night Fights: Former Featherweight Titlist in Main Event, Studio Interview with Timothy Bradley
“Gail Grandchamp? Never heard of her…”
In the footsteps of sports greats who toppled barriers, such as Jackie Robinson, Billie Jean King, and “Rudy”, Gail Grandchamp’s story…her voice…must be heard. The true history must be told. … [Read more...] about “Gail Grandchamp? Never heard of her…”
Vitali Klitschko’s injured shoulder will not require surgery
By John F. McKenna (McJack) It became evident early on in his fight with heavyweight contender Derrick Chisora that WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko (44-2, 40 KO’s) was favoring his left hand. As the bout wore on it was clear that something was awry as “Dr. Ironfist” used his left hand less and less. … [Read more...] about Vitali Klitschko’s injured shoulder will not require surgery
Dereck Chisora Is Wrong On Many Levels
By Alston H Borrel After watching videos of the skirmish that ensued between Dereck Chisora and David Haye, I have concluded that Chisora is wrong on at least three levels. … [Read more...] about Dereck Chisora Is Wrong On Many Levels
Video: David Haye brawls with Dereck Chisora after Klitschko fight
By Ray Ender The heavyweight title fight between WBC champ Vitali Klitschko and Dereck Chisora was filled with a lot of unsportsmanlike conduct, from Chisora slapping Vitali in the face during weigh-ins, and him spitting water in Vitali's younger brother Wladimir's face during the ring introductions, now David Haye and Dereck Chisora brawl during the post-fight … [Read more...] about Video: David Haye brawls with Dereck Chisora after Klitschko fight
Floyd Mayweather again shows lack of class
By John F. McKenna (McJack) WBC welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. (42-0, 26 KO’s), who fights WBA light middleweight champion Miguel Cotto (37-2, 30 KO’s) on May 5 at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas has once again demonstrated his total lack of class. … [Read more...] about Floyd Mayweather again shows lack of class
Is Manny Pacquiao Really A Changed Man?
By Larry Limcangco In recent news from the Philippines, Manny Pacquiao has claimed that he was a bad man before doing bad things like gambling, drinking and womanizing but now he has changed himself and is now studying the Bible. … [Read more...] about Is Manny Pacquiao Really A Changed Man?
OFF TOPIC: WHO SHOULD TAKE THE LAST SHOT, JEREMY LIN OR CARMELO ANTHONY?
By Ludwig Daza It’s been ages since the Knickerbockers were considered as perennial contenders in Eastern Conference Final, if not the NBA plum. Those were the days when the franchise player of the team was Patrick Ewing, surrounded by talented players like Allan Houston, Charles Oakley, Chris Childs. Before these, the era of Ewing, Greg Anthony and John Starks energized the … [Read more...] about OFF TOPIC: WHO SHOULD TAKE THE LAST SHOT, JEREMY LIN OR CARMELO ANTHONY?
Vitali Klitschko still hopes for fight with David Haye
By John F. McKenna (McJack) WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko (43-2, 40 KO’s) who faces British contender Dereck Chisora (15-2, 9 KO’s) on Saturday night at the Olympiahalle in Munich, Germany is still hopeful of landing a fight against former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye (25-2, 23 KO’s). … [Read more...] about Vitali Klitschko still hopes for fight with David Haye
ASIANS UNITE TO BOYCOTT THE MAYWEATHER VS. COTTO FIGHT
By Don Donatello Countless accounts and many kinds of barbaric and horrific atrocities perpetuated on Asians abroad, such as domestic workers in the Middle East, are well known among ourselves. The latest being Filipino Johnriel Casimero the boxer at the hand of his opponent Luis Lazarte and the rioting Argentinean crowd. Lazarte is the worse kind of boxer and as a person. … [Read more...] about ASIANS UNITE TO BOYCOTT THE MAYWEATHER VS. COTTO FIGHT
Joe Louis contributions to Black History
By John F. McKenna (McJack) Joe Louis’ accomplishments in the boxing ring are well known and the fact that he is considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest heavyweights of all time is undisputed. Louis was born on May 13, 1914 in rural Chambers County, Alabama. … [Read more...] about Joe Louis contributions to Black History