LAS VEGAS (Mar. 26, 2010) – The World Boxing Association has rejected a request for a rematch made on behalf of former champion, Gabriel Campillo, who lost his WBA light heavyweight title to Beibut Shumenov by a 12-round majority decision this past January 29. Shumenov will next fight official challenger Vyacheslav Uzelkov. KZ Event Productions, … [Read more...] about Shumenov Undisputed WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Campillo’s Challenge Rejected
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UFC President Dana White Loves Manny Pacquiao
The UFC 111: Georges St-Pierre vs. Dan Hardy pre-fight press conference was held on Wednesday at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, following the presser, Dana White had his usual media sit-down where he would answer the media questions. When the topic of UFC possibly doing a show at the Jerry Jones owned Dallas Cowboys stadium, Dana White told reporters his main … [Read more...] about UFC President Dana White Loves Manny Pacquiao
The last man to beat Manny Pacquiao fights on Saturday
On Saturday night, March 27, 2010, Erik "El Terrible" Morales, the last man to defeated the current pound-for-pound boxing king, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, makes his comeback against Jose Alfaro. Morales last stepped into the ring in 2007 when he lost a close decision at lightweight to then WBC champion David Diaz. Got an … [Read more...] about The last man to beat Manny Pacquiao fights on Saturday
Possible Pacquiao Opponent Edwin Valero Arrested for Battery
Venezuelan boxer Edwin Valero was reportedly arrested for domestic violence after allegedly beating up his wife. The doctor's at the Los Andes University hospital, where Valero's wife was being treated, report that she had a collapsed lung and several other injuries. Valero also showed up to the hospital in a violent rage, and was ready to physically harm hospital … [Read more...] about Possible Pacquiao Opponent Edwin Valero Arrested for Battery
Vitali Klitschko set to face unknown Albert Sosnowski
(Photo Credit Getty Images) WBC world heavyweight champion, Vitali Klitschko, 38, will defend his title belt against Polish challenger Albert Sosnowski, 31, at the Veltins Arena on May 29, 2010 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany in front of an expected audience of 60,000. Vitali's younger brother Wladimir Klitschko, 34, recently defended his WBO, IBO, IBF and Ring Magazine titles … [Read more...] about Vitali Klitschko set to face unknown Albert Sosnowski
KZ Event prospects Ahmedov and Hudaynazarov put unbeaten records on line Saturday night in California
LAS VEGAS (Mar. 25, 2010) – Undefeated Uzbekistan prospects, light heavyweight Gayrat Ahmedov and welterweight Ravshan Hudaynazarov, will both be in action Saturday night (Mar. 27) on a Don Chargin Productions/Jorge Marron Productions card at the Karma Club in Victorville, California. Ahmedov (13-0-1, 9 KOs), a four-time Uzbekistan National Amateur Champion, and … [Read more...] about KZ Event prospects Ahmedov and Hudaynazarov put unbeaten records on line Saturday night in California
Burchfield clears air about Cunningham-Godfrey
PROVIDENCE (March 25, 2010) – After reading reports associated with the postponed Steve Cunningham-Matt Godfrey IBF cruiserweight title fight, scheduled for this Friday, Jimmy Burchfield, president of Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), has responded to the situation and misinformation being distributed in the media. Burchfield is Godfrey’s promoter. The … [Read more...] about Burchfield clears air about Cunningham-Godfrey
Antonio Margarito returns to the boxing ring on May 8
According to Top Rank Promoter Bob Arum, former welterweight boxing champion Antonio Margarito will headline Top Rank's May 8th "Latin Fury 14" on pay-per-view, marking his ring return since his suspension on January 2009. … [Read more...] about Antonio Margarito returns to the boxing ring on May 8
Erik Morales Workout Photos and Quotes
During his open media workout before the upcoming Erik Morales vs. Jose Alfaro PPV on Saturday, Erik Morales assured the media in attendance that he is serious about his comeback and that is why he chose a tough young opponent in Alfaro to test himself. Morales is seeking his fourth world title in a fourth weight division, if the man they call "El Terrible" achieves this … [Read more...] about Erik Morales Workout Photos and Quotes
Erik Morales vs. Jose Alfaro PPV Pre-Show Video
Erik "El Terrible" Morales (48-6, 34 KOs), the last man to defeat Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, returns to the ring on March 27, 2010. Morales, 33, is on a quest to make history and looks to capture a 4th world title in a 4th weight class, something no other Mexican boxer has accomplished. The ambitious Morales also seeks a 4th fight with pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao. In … [Read more...] about Erik Morales vs. Jose Alfaro PPV Pre-Show Video
Bob Arum wants Kelly Pavlik to fight in Dallas Cowboys Stadium
Top Rank Promoter, Bob Arum, believes if Kelly Pavlik successfully defends his WBC,WBO Middleweight titles against Sergio Martinez on April 17, a possible main event headlined by the Youngstown native could take place at Cowboys Stadium, aka Jerry's (Jones) World. According to a report by Joe Scalzo of the Vindicator, during the Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey fight, Bob … [Read more...] about Bob Arum wants Kelly Pavlik to fight in Dallas Cowboys Stadium
Holyfield-Botha headlines Apr. 10 PPV at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas
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
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