Seoul trip will help our boxers, says coach Wednesday, June 03, 2009 By Alam Zeb Safi KARACHI: The coach of Pakistan boxing team Ali Bakhsh has termed the month-long training programme of the national pugilists in Seoul fruitful and said the outcome of this strenuous exercise in South Korea will be best known when the boys will enter into the ring during the Asian … [Read more...] about Seoul trip will help our boxers, says coach
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Youngstown boxer Kelly Pavlik will sign a new deal with promoter Bob Arum
Youngstown boxer Kelly Pavlik will sign a new deal with promoter Bob Arum All is forgiven in boxing. While it appeared Youngstown's Kelly Pavlik and promoter Bob Arum were not on the same page, they apparently will be after Pavlik signs a new contract with Arum's Las Vegas-based Top Rank Inc. Even though Arum scrapped Pavlik's June 27 title defense against Sergio Mora, … [Read more...] about Youngstown boxer Kelly Pavlik will sign a new deal with promoter Bob Arum
Amir Khan: I’m proud to be British.. and to be a Muslim
When Amir Khan fought at the 2004 Olympics, he carried a nation's hopes with him. He remains one of British boxing's brightest young hopes - a fighter and a hero who is very proud of his heritage. Here he talks about his own upbringing in Bolton, his ambitions and his hopes for young people growing up in Britain today. You have had quite a journey since you burst on to … [Read more...] about Amir Khan: I’m proud to be British.. and to be a Muslim
Boxing brothers cleared of attack
Boxing brothers cleared of attack Three Norfolk boxing brothers yesterday walked free from court after being cleared of attacking a man. And they vowed that they wanted to concentrate on getting back into the ring for their next big fights and to proving a success in their sporting careers. Michael Walsh, 24, with his 22-year-old twin brothers Liam and Ryan, from … [Read more...] about Boxing brothers cleared of attack
Former UFC Champ Tim Sylvia might switch to pro boxing for good
Tim Sylvia could be done with mixed martial arts if the right fights do not appear for him, despite not wanting to leave the sport. The former heavyweight champion - who makes his professional boxing debut against Ray Mercer next month - spoke to Fighters Only recently and said that professional boxing is becoming more and more attractive to him. "I've done amateur boxing … [Read more...] about Former UFC Champ Tim Sylvia might switch to pro boxing for good
Boxer Joe Frazier’s step-grandson Peter Lyde is killed in bar
Step-Grandson of Joe Frazier Killed Philadelphia - Police are looking for the gunman who shot the stepson of Judge Jackie Joe Frazier-Lyde and grandson of Philadelphia boxing great Joe Frazier. Early Sunday morning two customers got into an argument at the Pleasures On The Ridge Bar at 22nd and Ridge in north Philadelphia. Police tell Fox-29's Julie Kim, two men were … [Read more...] about Boxer Joe Frazier’s step-grandson Peter Lyde is killed in bar
Mike Tyson’s Daughter, 4, Dies After Accidental Strangulation
Phoenix police reported today that Mike Tyson's 4-year-old daughter, who was found "unresponsive" Sunday after choking on a treadmill cord, died this morning at 11:45 a.m. Police so far have termed the incident a "tragic accident." The call to police about a child not breathing came in at 10:34 a.m. from Tyson's home near Palo Verde Golf Course at Bethany Home Road and … [Read more...] about Mike Tyson’s Daughter, 4, Dies After Accidental Strangulation
Mike Tyson’s Daughter Injured in Hanging Accident
PHOENIX - The 4-year-old daughter of legendary boxer Mike Tyson is in critical condition after a family member found her hanging from a cord. Monday around 10:30 a.m., Phoenix Police and paramedics were called out to Tyson's home in the 6100 block of 10th Ave in Phoenix on reports of an unresponsive child. CPR was administered and the 4-year-old Exodus was taken to St. … [Read more...] about Mike Tyson’s Daughter Injured in Hanging Accident
Local appearance exciting for welterweight Andre Berto
Although he left South Florida for Winter Haven soon after his eighth birthday, Andre Berto has maintained close ties with the area. Born in Miami to Haitian parents, Berto still makes frequent local visits, but this week's stop brings added importance. Berto will make the third defense of his World Boxing Council welterweight title against Colombia's Juan Urango on … [Read more...] about Local appearance exciting for welterweight Andre Berto
Floyd Mayweather set for return to ring against Manual Marquez
NEW YORK — When Floyd Mayweather Jr. walked away from boxing, he was widely considered the pound-for-pound king, the mythical mantle bestowed upon the best in the game. Now that he's back, at least one person believes Mayweather still is: lightweight champ Juan Manual Marquez, whom he'll face in his highly anticipated return. "I'm expecting the best Floyd Mayweather … [Read more...] about Floyd Mayweather set for return to ring against Manual Marquez
Guillermo Rigondeaux ready for pro debut Friday
An extensive amateur career, which exceeded 300 bouts, is Guillermo Rigondeaux's blueprint for a quicker path to professional riches. Rigondeaux, who defected from Cuba in February, will make his professional debut Friday night at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. The 28-year-old Rigondeaux, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, considers his amateur background sufficient … [Read more...] about Guillermo Rigondeaux ready for pro debut Friday
A big step for Andre Ward’s career
The stars are aligned for Oakland native Andre Ward, who hopes to take a big step closer to a world title fight when he faces Colombia's Edison Miranda tonight at Oracle Arena in a 12-round super-middleweight bout he acknowledges is the biggest of his pro career. "I really believe this is God-ordained," Ward said. "This is bigger than me. Fighting in my hometown, fighting … [Read more...] about A big step for Andre Ward’s career
Hungary boxer dies after brain injury in training
BUDAPEST, Hungary -- Hungarian light-heavyweight boxer Andras Nagy has died after suffering a brain injury while training in Melbourne, Australia. He was 23. "He was a very talented boxer. His death is a terrible tragedy," Hungarian Boxing Federation president Sandor Csotonyi said. Csotonyi said Nagy -- who had a 3-0 professional record -- was on a six-month stay in … [Read more...] about Hungary boxer dies after brain injury in training
Dawson aims to do it again in title rematch with Tarver
LAS VEGAS, Nevada (AFP) — Unbeaten Chad Dawson is ready for a repeat Saturday when he takes on Antonio Tarver in a rematch of their October bout that saw Dawson take the International Boxing Federation light heavyweight crown. "I can't stand him," said Dawson, who notched a lopsided unanimous decision over Tarver in October but was irked by Tarver's pre-fight comments as … [Read more...] about Dawson aims to do it again in title rematch with Tarver
McGuigan urges Hatton to bow out
LONDON (AFP) — Former world featherweight champion Barry McGuigan urged Ricky Hatton on Monday to hang up his gloves, saying his career is over following his defeat to Manny Pacquiao at the weekend. "After a loss like that there is no point talking about a future in the ring," he wrote in the Daily Mirror, after Hatton was knocked out in Las Vegas. McGuigan added: "He was … [Read more...] about McGuigan urges Hatton to bow out