NEW YORK (July 8, 2011) – Much more than his title belt will be on line Saturday night , July 16 when USBA Heavyweight Champion Maurice “Sugar Moe” Harris makes his first defense against Derric “The Shaolin Fist” Rossy at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City. Harris needs to erase the memories of his last fight in order to keep his roller coaster-like career alive. … [Read more...] about USBA heavyweight champ Maurice Harris seeks redemption
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Ashley Theophane in co-feature on Chisora-Fury PPV card
HOBOKEN, N.J. (July 7, 2011) – Trans-Atlantic boxer Ashley “Treasure” Theophane defends his British Boxing Board of Control (“BBB of C”) light welterweight title July 23 in the 12-round co-feature against Welsh champion Jason “The Power” Cook on “The Big Brawl” Pay-Per-View Event, live from Wembley Arena in London. … [Read more...] about Ashley Theophane in co-feature on Chisora-Fury PPV card
Denis “Mama’s Boy” Douglin Returns and the Mystery of the Big Deal When the “0” Goes
By Gary Purfield Many things about modern day boxing anger the current boxing fan. Between fighters not fighting on a regular basis, too many title belts, suspicious judging in certain fights, and a myriad of other topics, one notion seems too often overlooked. Why is it such a big deal when a rising fighter or current star loses their unbeaten record. … [Read more...] about Denis “Mama’s Boy” Douglin Returns and the Mystery of the Big Deal When the “0” Goes
BEST GRAPPLERS IN AMERICA’S WEST COMPETE THIS SATURDAY IN VEGAS
LAS VEGAS, NV - This Saturday, July 9, Grapplers Quest hosts the 20th West Grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Open Championships at Sports Center (located at 121 East Sunset Road) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The mega-grappling event will be recorded for our nationally syndicated television show, "Best of Grapplers Quest" on FightNow TV. The event will feature 300 amateur and … [Read more...] about BEST GRAPPLERS IN AMERICA’S WEST COMPETE THIS SATURDAY IN VEGAS
Peter ‘Kid Chocolate’ Quillin on mission
LOS ANGELES (July 6, 2011) – From the mean streets of Grand Rapids to living in New York and now Hollywood, undefeated middleweight prospect Peter “Kid Chocolate” Quillin is on the verge of boxing greatness, and is being talked about in boxing circles as being a fighter ready for a high-profile world title fight within a year. … [Read more...] about Peter ‘Kid Chocolate’ Quillin on mission
Super Middleweights on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights; Boxing’s Fourth Telecast on ESPN 3D
ESPN’s Friday Night Fights presented by Corona Extra will originate from Phoenix, Ariz. July 8 at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN2, ESPN3D, ESPN Deportes and ESPN3.com when super middleweight’s Jesus “El Martillo” Gonzales (26-1, 14 KOs) and Francisco Sierra (24-3-1, 22 KOs) meet in the 12-round main event. Joe Tessitore and Teddy Atlas will be ringside at U.S. Airways Arena describing the … [Read more...] about Super Middleweights on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights; Boxing’s Fourth Telecast on ESPN 3D
McAleese Ready For Shot At Title on July 23rd
Light Middleweight prospect ‘Phat’ Pat McAleese (12-1-1) gets his first shot at a domestic title, when he challenges Southern Area Champion Ryan Toms for his title, at Wembley Arena on Saturday 23rd July. … [Read more...] about McAleese Ready For Shot At Title on July 23rd
Facebook Fans have Chosen the Chicas Tecate Finalists from Los Angeles!
It’s official! After 10 days of voting, Lisa Garcia and Paulina Borrero, have been selected by loyal Facebook fans to represent the city of Los Angeles in the nationwide search for the next Chicas Tecate. Garcia received a resounding 24% of votes while Borrero received an equally impressive 17%. … [Read more...] about Facebook Fans have Chosen the Chicas Tecate Finalists from Los Angeles!
Chisora believes Fury nothing more than dreaming pretender
HOBOKEN, N.J. (July 5, 2011) – British and Commonwealth heavyweight Champion Dereck “Del Boy” Chisora (14-0, 9 KOs) believes undefeated challenger Tyson Fury (14-0, 10 KOs) is nothing more than a dreaming pretender, as they prepare to throw-down July 23 in “The Big Brawl” Pay-Per-View Event, airing live in the United States from Wembley Arena in London. … [Read more...] about Chisora believes Fury nothing more than dreaming pretender
Dewey Bozella to be Honored with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at The 2011 ESPYs on July 13
There are times in life when it is easier, or even more sensible, to just give up. This isn’t a belief held by this year’s Arthur Ashe Courage Award winner Dewey Bozella. The 2011 ESPYs will celebrate the courage and conviction that lead Bozella to the ultimate path of freedom after 26 years of imprisonment. … [Read more...] about Dewey Bozella to be Honored with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at The 2011 ESPYs on July 13
David Haye blames his “Toe” for loss to Wladimir Klitschko
By Ray Ender David Haye lost to Wladimir Klitschko by unanimous decision in Hamburg, Germany, in front of a soaked wet audience. I feel for those in attendance, they paid to watch an action packed heavyweight fight, but instead they had to endure torture. Not only did it rain and they got drenched, they had to also sit through one of the most boring fights of the year. … [Read more...] about David Haye blames his “Toe” for loss to Wladimir Klitschko
HayeStinker: Klitschko wins UD, Haye Runs, and Fans Lose
By Gary Purfield It was called the biggest heavyweight fight since Lewis vs. Tyson. It was considered the first true test for champion Wladimir Klitschko in a long time and possibly his career defining fight. It was also considered Wlad’s most dangerous bout since the knockouts earlier in his career. … [Read more...] about HayeStinker: Klitschko wins UD, Haye Runs, and Fans Lose
Just Cruzin in Bethlehem: Ronald Cruz stops durable Carrasquillo
Story and photos by Gary Purfield Welterweight prospect Ronald Cruz stopped tough veteran Doel Carrasquillo in the sixth round of a scheduled ten at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem. Cruz was in his first bout as a headliner and fighting for the first time in his hometown of Bethlehem. The card was televised via internet on gofightlive.tv. … [Read more...] about Just Cruzin in Bethlehem: Ronald Cruz stops durable Carrasquillo
Watch UFC 132: CRUZ vs. FABER Live on Facebook, Spike, and PPV
The Ultimate Fighting Championship presents a UFC bantamweight championship main event, UFC 132: Dominick Cruz vs. Urijah Faber. Cruz held the WEC bantamweight title just before they merged with the UFC, and now he will defend his belt against Urijah Faber, a former WEC featherweight champion who beat Dominick Cruz at featherweight. Cruz feels he has changed and evolved as a … [Read more...] about Watch UFC 132: CRUZ vs. FABER Live on Facebook, Spike, and PPV
Watch HBO Boxing David Haye vs. Wladimir Klitschko Live!
The much anticipated heavyweight showdown between WBA heavyweight champion David Haye and WBO, IBF, and IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko will take place live on Saturday July 2, in front of a sold out crowd of over 50,000 at the Imtech-Arena in Hamburg, Germany. The fight will be televised live in the United States on HBO World Championship Boxing. … [Read more...] about Watch HBO Boxing David Haye vs. Wladimir Klitschko Live!