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Burchfield: ‘Lundy isn’t a free agent’

July 28, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

PROVIDENCE (July 28, 2010) – Jimmy Burchfield, President of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., categorically denied reports issued today that lightweight prospect “Hammerin’” Hank Lundy (18-1-1, 10 KOs) is a promotional free agent. “He is not a free agent and promoters shouldn’t be speaking with him or his team,” Burchfield explained. “CES turned him pro and we … [Read more...] about Burchfield: ‘Lundy isn’t a free agent’

Tua may have taken shoulder injury too lightly

July 28, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

NEW YORK (July 28, 2010) – WBO No. 2 rated heavyweight David “Tuamanator” Tua complained about a sore left shoulder during several training sessions leading up to his July 17th 12-round draw against former world title challenger Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett in Atlantic City. However, when asked about it by his trainer, Roger Bloodworth, David said he was okay to fight. … [Read more...] about Tua may have taken shoulder injury too lightly

Crossroads fight for Jens Pulver on ‘War on the Mainland’ PPV show

July 28, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

SAN DIEGO (July 28, 2010) – In what could be the final fight of his often electrifying MMA career, former UFC lightweight champion Jens “Little Evil” Pulver finds himself at the crossroads for his August 14th on the “War on the Mainland” card, taking on upset-minded Diego “El Nino” Garijo in a Special Lightweight Attraction, live on Pay-Per-View from Bren Events Center … [Read more...] about Crossroads fight for Jens Pulver on ‘War on the Mainland’ PPV show

Manny Pacquiao tells Filipino fans to respect people, don’t go to Mayweathers level

July 28, 2010 By NB News 14 Comments

Arguably considered the face of boxing, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, who is also a congressman in his native country of the Philippines, told PhilStar.com that he is ready to fight Antonio Margarito for 154-pound WBC Jr. Middleweight title in Mexico at a catchweight of either 149 or 150 pounds. Manny also gave his opinion on Floyd Mayweather Jr. and his people not making the … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao tells Filipino fans to respect people, don’t go to Mayweathers level

Unbeaten prospect Lennox Allen’s journey lands in Brooklyn

July 27, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

NEW YORK (July 27, 2010) – The long, often arduous journey for unbeaten super middleweight Lennox “2 Sharpe” Allen, a native of Guyana, took him around the world before finally settling in Brooklyn. The 25-year-old southpaw turned pro six years ago in Georgetown, Guyana. Less than a year later, attempting to kick-start his boxing career, he moved to Perth, Western … [Read more...] about Unbeaten prospect Lennox Allen’s journey lands in Brooklyn

“Catchweight King” Manny Pacquiao wants Margarito to drain to 150lbs for title fight

July 25, 2010 By Lou Block 34 Comments

By Lou "Cinder" Block A lot of boxing fans are not going to be happy with this - Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and his team are seeking an 8th world title at the 154 pound weight class but they want to fight for the WBC junior middleweight title at a catch-weight of 150 pounds! Boxing fans don't have a problem with the fight being at a catch-weight, they just have a problem … [Read more...] about “Catchweight King” Manny Pacquiao wants Margarito to drain to 150lbs for title fight

It’s Manny Pacquiao vs. Antonio Margarito for November 13

July 23, 2010 By NB News 15 Comments

While Floyd Mayweather Jr. is vacationing in Puerto Rico and possibly taking a couple of years off from the sport of boxing, Bob Arum, Manny Pacquiao's promoter, is not not going to wait around much longer for Floyd Mayweather Jr. to accept a fight with the Pacman, so, he has decided to put Manny Pacquiao in against the Tijuana Tornada, Antonio Margarito. … [Read more...] about It’s Manny Pacquiao vs. Antonio Margarito for November 13

Bombs away for Buentello and Sylvia in ‘War on the Mainland’ headliner

July 22, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

SAN DIEGO (July 22, 2010) – Former UFC and Strikeforce heavyweight title challenger Paul “The Headhunter” Buentello believes his August 14 showdown against 2-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia, headlining “War on the Mainland,” is the type of match-up MMA fans have been clamoring for when the power striking pair battle for the vacant Powerhouse World … [Read more...] about Bombs away for Buentello and Sylvia in ‘War on the Mainland’ headliner

Beibut Shumenov Boxing’s Most Mysterious World Champion

July 22, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

LAST VEGAS (July 22, 2010 – If not for a hand injury suffered in the opening round of the 2004 Olympic Games in Greece, reigning WBA and IBA Light Heavyweight Champion Beibut Shumenov certainly would be much better known today by North American boxing fans, especially if he advanced to the medal rounds and fought eventual gold-medal winner Andre Ward. Shumenov (9-1, 6 … [Read more...] about Beibut Shumenov Boxing’s Most Mysterious World Champion

Watch Danny Green vs. Paul Briggs quick KO – Did Briggs take a dive?

July 21, 2010 By NB News 13 Comments

Australian boxing champion, Danny "Green Machine" Green, was able to hold onto his IBO cruiser-weight title but is not proud of the way he won. Green came out ready to fight fellow Aussie, Paul Briggs, but he didn't expect it to be such a quick night. Green threw a left jab that barely grazed the top of Briggs head causing Briggs to fall to his knees covering his head almost … [Read more...] about Watch Danny Green vs. Paul Briggs quick KO – Did Briggs take a dive?

Hudaynazarov making name in U.S.

July 20, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

VEGAS (July 19, 2010) – U.S. boxing fans may not be able to properly pronounce his name, yet, but unbeaten welterweight Ravshan Hudaynazarov is starting to capture their attention with his throw-back style that features a brutal body attack. The exciting Uzbekistan prospect, now fighting out of Las Vegas, will be back in action July 23 at Tachi Palace & Casino in Irvine, … [Read more...] about Hudaynazarov making name in U.S.

Boxer Danny Green would like to fight UFC Champ Brock Lesnar

July 20, 2010 By NB News 17 Comments

Former super-middleweight (168 lbs) boxer and current IBO cruiser-weight champion, Danny "Green Machine" Green, told the Daily Telegraph that he would be interested in fighting the current UFC heavyweight champion, Brock Lesnar. "I've spoken to my management team about getting in touch with (UFC president) Dana White to see if it's possible. It would have to be a stand up … [Read more...] about Boxer Danny Green would like to fight UFC Champ Brock Lesnar

Polish MMA promoter KSW Federation fires back at ‘Butterbean’ about Pudzianowski

July 20, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

WARSAW, Poland (July 20, 2010) – Recent critical quotes by former Pride FC fighter Eric “Butterbean” Esch regarding Mariusz Pudzianowski have initiated a terse response from the 5-time World’s Strongest Man’s promoter in Poland, KSAW Federation, which has been organizing MMA events in Europe since 2004. … [Read more...] about Polish MMA promoter KSW Federation fires back at ‘Butterbean’ about Pudzianowski

Is Bob Arum lying about Pacquiao-Mayweather? Team Mayweather releases statement

July 19, 2010 By NB News 12 Comments

Much has been said about the Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. super-fight not getting made, and it has to do with Top Rank promotions head, Bob Arum, giving a deadline to Floyd Mayweather Jr. last Friday and claiming Floyd didn't accept the fight. … [Read more...] about Is Bob Arum lying about Pacquiao-Mayweather? Team Mayweather releases statement

Sylvia on search and destroy mission for ‘War on the Mainland’

July 19, 2010 By NB News Leave a Comment

SAN DIEGO (July 19, 2010) – Two-time UFC heavyweight champion Tim “Maine-iac” Sylvia plans to make a loud statement August 14 when he takes on former UFC and Strikeforce heavyweight title challenger Paul “The Headhunter” Buentello in the main event for the vacant Powerhouse World Promotions (PWP), LLC Heavyweight Championship, headlining the “War on the Mainland” Pay Per … [Read more...] about Sylvia on search and destroy mission for ‘War on the Mainland’

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