During an interview for Philippine Inqurier, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, the 7-division champion, gave his opinion on his current opponent, Antonio Margarito's, excuse that he didn't have any idea his trainer, Javier Capetillo, was putting plaster-like inserts in his gloves before the Mosley fight. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao: “Margarito knew about the illegal hand wraps”
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‘Sucra’ Ray Oliveira returns vs. Joey ‘KO Kid’ Spina
MASHANTUCKET, CT (Aug. 31, 2010) – Former world title challenger “Sucra” Ray Oliveira returns to the ring October 2nd for the first time in more than five years against world rated light heavyweight Joey “KO Kid” Spina, headlining the “Last Man Standing” card, in Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. … [Read more...] about ‘Sucra’ Ray Oliveira returns vs. Joey ‘KO Kid’ Spina
“Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference
WHAT: “Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference WHO: VLADINE BIOSSE IBAHIEM “The Almighty” KING EBA Super Middleweight Champion Former Southeast Coast Champion Former U. of Rhode Island Football Player Former South Florida … [Read more...] about “Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference
Margarito Predicts KO Win Over Manny Pacquiao and Calls Out Oscar De La Hoya
Manny Pacquiao's November 13 opponent, Antonio Margarito, is growing more and more confident as the press-tour announcing the fight looms. Margarito was cleared to fight in the State of Texas after being rejected of a boxing license in California, the State he was originally suspended from because of loaded wraps being found in his gloves just minutes before he lost to … [Read more...] about Margarito Predicts KO Win Over Manny Pacquiao and Calls Out Oscar De La Hoya
Beibut Shumenov WBA/IBA Light Heavyweight World Champ On Fast Track To Boxing Stardom
LAST VEGAS (August 30, 2010) – WBA and IBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut Shumenov took the fast track to become world champion, establishing a weight-class record along the way, and now he wants to accelerate his road to stardom. … [Read more...] about Beibut Shumenov WBA/IBA Light Heavyweight World Champ On Fast Track To Boxing Stardom
USMC Sgt. Jim Smith living out dream on ‘Labor Daze’ show
PROVIDENCE (Aug. 30, 2010) – U.S. Marine Sgt. James Smith has been in the ring at most Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES) pro boxing shows at Twin River since 2008 as part of the Honor Guard accompanying the singing of the National Anthem. This Friday night, however, Smith will be out of uniform and wearing trunks for his pro debut. … [Read more...] about USMC Sgt. Jim Smith living out dream on ‘Labor Daze’ show
UFC 118 results: James Toney gets submitted in the first round by Randy Couture
The highly publicized UFC 118 "Boxing vs. UFC" match between James Toney and Randy Couture ended fairly quickly. Toney came in confident but in horrible shape, Couture came in looking lean and ready to go. Heavyweight boxing champion, James "Lights-Out" Toney, had no shot against Randy Couture's takedown, once the fight started James Toney got taken down and mounted by … [Read more...] about UFC 118 results: James Toney gets submitted in the first round by Randy Couture
Watch UFC 118 Penn-Edgar 2 and Toney vs. Couture Live!
The Ultimate Fighting Championship comes to Boston for the first time with UFC 118: Edgar vs. Penn 2 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The main-event is a rematch between former lightweight champion, B.J. Penn and current champion, Frankie Edgar. … [Read more...] about Watch UFC 118 Penn-Edgar 2 and Toney vs. Couture Live!
Bob Arum Releases Pacquiao-Margarito Ticket Price Info
Bob Arum, is preparing to travel back to the United States after vacationing in France to get ready for the upcoming 3-city press tour to announce the November 13, 2010 HBO PPV showdown between Manny Pacquiao and Antonio Margarito at the Dallas Cowboys stadium in Arlington, Texas. While enjoying the last few days of his two-week vacation in France, Arum told Nick Giongco of … [Read more...] about Bob Arum Releases Pacquiao-Margarito Ticket Price Info
Manny Pacquiao vs. Antonio Margarito Press Tour Begins Next Week
The Manny Paquiao vs. Antonio Margarito fight is now official, after the last hurdle was cleared on Thursday, when Antonio Margarito got his boxing license in the state of Texas after being revoked by the California State Athletic Commission several days prior. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao vs. Antonio Margarito Press Tour Begins Next Week
Watch the UFC 118 Weigh-Ins Live “James Toney vs. Randy Couture”
UFC 118 in Boston features the main-event rematch between current champion Frankie Edgar and former champ BJ Penn. The co-main-event will be a style match-up of "Boxer vs. UFC fighter," when James "Lights-Out" Toney steps into the Octagon for the first time against experienced UFC Legend Randy "The Natural" Couture. The UFC 118 weigh-ins will be live Friday, Aug. 27 at 4 … [Read more...] about Watch the UFC 118 Weigh-Ins Live “James Toney vs. Randy Couture”
MMA/Streetfighter Kimbo Slice to Try Pro Boxing Next
The YouTube street fighting sensation. Kevin "Kimbo Slice" Ferguson known for this backyard brawls in the Miami beach area, has gotten back together with his original promoter, Gary Shaw, and is looking forward to make the leap into professional boxing sometime this year. Kimbo left Gary Shaw to sign on as a contestant on the MMA reality show TUF (The Ultimate Fighter), … [Read more...] about MMA/Streetfighter Kimbo Slice to Try Pro Boxing Next
No bull, Erik “Terrible” Morales in Double-ring Sept. 11 headlining ‘Mexican Fiesta’ PPV show
HOBOKEN, N.J. (August 26, 2010) – Five-time world champion in three different weight classes, Erik “Terrible” Morales, continues his heralded comeback September 11 headlining the “Mexican Fiesta” pay-per-view show live from Mexico City. Morales (49-6, 34 KOs), rated No. 2 by the World Boxing Council, will also continue a tradition by fighting outdoors in the famous … [Read more...] about No bull, Erik “Terrible” Morales in Double-ring Sept. 11 headlining ‘Mexican Fiesta’ PPV show
Pacquiao vs. Margarito Update: Margarito gets Boxing License in Texas!
After being revoked by the California State Athletic Commission earlier in the month, Antonio Margarito's application for a boxing license in the state of Texas was approved and the Texas State commission granted him a boxing license on Thursday. … [Read more...] about Pacquiao vs. Margarito Update: Margarito gets Boxing License in Texas!
Emanuel Steward Rips Manny Pacquiao’s Trainer Freddie Roach
It seems Freddie Roach has created a new feud, this time instead of having the Mayweather family at his neck, he has legendary trainer Emanuel Steward coming at him. In an article by Fight Chronicles Manny Pacquiao's trainer, Freddie Roach, made arrogant comments that rubbed the usually calm Steward the wrong way. Roach was asked if he would take a Miguel Cotto rematch now … [Read more...] about Emanuel Steward Rips Manny Pacquiao’s Trainer Freddie Roach