LAS VEGAS (Mar. 18, 2010) – Four-time world heavyweight champion Evander “The Real Deal” Holyfield plans to make a strong statement April 10 when challenges World Boxing Federation heavyweight title-holder Frans “The White Buffalo” Botha in the 12-round main event, headlining “The Legend Returns” pay-per-view event at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. “I’m … [Read more...] about Holyfield-Botha headlines Apr. 10 PPV at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas
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Alfaro promises win vs. Morales in Saturday’s PPV
HOBOKEN, N.J. (Mar. 23, 2010) – Former WBA lightweight champion Jose “Jicaras” Alfaro has already defeated two world champions, Prawet Singwancha and DeMarcus Corley, and the Nicaraguan knockout specialist plans to add 3-division world champion Erik “El Terrible” Morales to his hit list Saturday night in “The Champion Returns” pay-per-view event, live from Monterrey, … [Read more...] about Alfaro promises win vs. Morales in Saturday’s PPV
The Event: Pacquiao vs. Clottey does 700,000 PPV Buys
HBO PPV's Mark Taffet, confirmed Tuesday that the March 13, PPV between Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and African welterweight Joshua Clottey, generated 700,000 pay-per-view buys, earning $35.3 million in TV revenue. The Filipino boxer proved that he is a major superstar in the United States by hitting 700,000 buys against a non-American fighter with little fan base and a less … [Read more...] about The Event: Pacquiao vs. Clottey does 700,000 PPV Buys
John “The Quietman”Ruiz Training Camp Notes
LAS VEGAS (Mar. 23, 2010) – Two-time WBA heavyweight champion John “The Quietman” Ruiz has been working hard in his Las Vegas training camp since mid-January in preparation for his April 3 showdown against new WBA World Champion David “Hayemaker” Haye at MEN Arena in Manchester, England. WBA No. 1 contender Ruiz (44-8-1, 30 KOs), the first and only heavyweight World Champion … [Read more...] about John “The Quietman”Ruiz Training Camp Notes
Manny Pacquiao has Slowed Down, He won’t last with Mayweather or Mosley
By Lou Block I did not pay for the Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey PPV; luckily, I was able to catch it on HBO replay the following week. I heard a lot of people were disappointed with the overall card, the fight was alright it wasn't as boring as people made it out to be, but Pacquiao is a victim of his own success, people are used to him delivering exciting stoppages, … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao has Slowed Down, He won’t last with Mayweather or Mosley
Erik Morales ready for Saturday’s comeback on PPV
HOBOKEN, N.J. (Mar. 22, 2010) – After 2 ½ months of intense training, 3-division world champion Erik “El Terrible” Morales, is ready for his comeback fight Saturday in “The Champion Returns” pay-per-view event, live from Monterrey, Mexico. Morales (48-6, 34 KOs) has been retired for the past 2 ½ years. The iconic Mexican warrior returns to the ring on a mission to … [Read more...] about Erik Morales ready for Saturday’s comeback on PPV
MANNY PACQUIAO: “Mayweather Needs Me”
Manny Pacquiao arrives in Manilla to celebrate his victory over Joshua Clottey(AP Photo) Manny Pacquiao is back home in the Philippines, and is ready to begin his political campaign for the May 10, 2010 congressional election, but Pacquiao is not ruling out boxing completely in favor of a political career. Pacquiao is still interested in a super fight with Floyd … [Read more...] about MANNY PACQUIAO: “Mayweather Needs Me”
(Video) Wladimir Klitschko KO’s Eddie Chambers in the 12th round
Eddie Chambers slumped over from a Wladimir Klitschko left hook (AP Photo/Frank Augstein) March 20, 2010, Heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko knocked out Eddie Chambers in Duesseldorf, Germany in front of a crowd of 51,000 cheering fans to retain his IBO,WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine heavyweight belts Saturday night. Klitschko used his size and reach advantage, … [Read more...] about (Video) Wladimir Klitschko KO’s Eddie Chambers in the 12th round
Watch Pacquiao Vs. Clottey Replay on HBO
For those who couldn't catch the Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey fight live on March 13, you now have the chance to watch the the replay. HBO will rebroadcast the Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey fight on Saturday, March 20 at 11 p.m. ET/PT. Immediately after the Pacquiao-Clottey replay, HBO will air "Face Off: Mayweather vs. Mosley". HBO boxing analyst Max … [Read more...] about Watch Pacquiao Vs. Clottey Replay on HBO
Watch Wladimir Klitschko vs. Eddie Chambers Fight Live Online!
Wladimir Klitschko (53-3, 47 KOs) will defend his IBF, WBO, and IBO titles against American challenger, Fast Eddie Chambers (35-1, 18 KOs) at the Esprit Arena in Dusseldorf, Germany, in front of 50,000 pro-Klitschko fans. The fight will not be shown on American TV, although there will be no HBO or ESPN broadcast of the boxing match, there will be internet PPV coverage of the … [Read more...] about Watch Wladimir Klitschko vs. Eddie Chambers Fight Live Online!
Pacquiao’s next fight will be in November
Pound-for-Pound boxing king, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, won't be fighting Floyd Mayweather Jr. anytime soon. Fresh off his 12-round victory over Joshua Clottey, the Filipino WBO welterweight champion has a big congressional campaign for an election in May and will spend his entire focus on that. In an article by Manila Bulletin, Pacquiao's promoter, Bob Arum of Top Rank … [Read more...] about Pacquiao’s next fight will be in November
Boxing 360 signs Heavyweight Boxer Mike Mollo
NEW YORK (Mar. 19, 2010) – Chicago heavyweight Mike Mollo (19-3, 12 KOs) has signed an exclusive promotional contract with Boxing 360, it was announced today by the New York City-based company. The 30-year-old Mollo’s most notable victories to date have been against former Olympians, Mike Tyson-conqueror and former Irish heavyweight champion Kevin McBride (TKO2), … [Read more...] about Boxing 360 signs Heavyweight Boxer Mike Mollo
“Kid Chocolate” Quillin headlines Apr. 15 show in Big Apple
NEW YORK (Mar. 18, 2010) – Unbeaten middleweight sensation Peter “Kid Chocolate” Quillin will headline a Jed Weinstein-promoted show April 15 at the famed Roseland Ballroom in Manhattan. Quillin (21-0, 15 KOs), fighting out of New York City, faces an opponent soon to be announced in the 10-round main event. Last month, “Kid Chocolate” returned after an 18-month … [Read more...] about “Kid Chocolate” Quillin headlines Apr. 15 show in Big Apple
Holyfield-Botha PPV April 10 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (Mar. 18, 2010) – Living legend and 5-time world heavyweight champion, Evander “The Real Deal” Holyfield, challenges World Boxing Federation heavyweight title-holder Frans “The White Buffalo” Botha in the 12-round main event April 10, headlining “The Legend Returns” pay-per-view event, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. “The Legend Returns,” … [Read more...] about Holyfield-Botha PPV April 10 in Las Vegas
Erik Morales wants to fight Manny Pacquiao a 4th time
HOBOKEN, N.J. (Mar. 17, 2010) – Three-division world champion Erik “El Terrible” Morales, the last opponent to defeat Manny Pacquiao, returns from a 2 1/2-year layoff March 27 to headline “The Champion Returns” pay-per-view event, live from Monterrey, Mexico. Morales (48-6, 34 KOs) may have his sights set on a fourth fight against Pacquaio in the not too distant … [Read more...] about Erik Morales wants to fight Manny Pacquiao a 4th time