The World Boxing Association (WBA) could throw a monkey wrench on any intermediate plan of WBA welterweight super champion Manny Pacquiao even as he still vacillates between Danny and Mikey Garcia ( no relations) as his first opponent for 2020. … [Read more...] about WBA Could Throw a Monkey Wrench on Manny Pacquiao’s Fight Plan for Early 2020
Opinion Articles
John Riel Casimero’s Patience and Perseverance Pays Off
Patience is a virtue. I say amen to that, especially in boxing when patience is combined with proper timing and execution and application of power. It always delivers. … [Read more...] about John Riel Casimero’s Patience and Perseverance Pays Off
If I were Floyd Mayweather, I wouldn’t give sore loser Manny Pacquiao a rematch
If you haven't heard the news, the great Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. has come out of retirement to fight again in 2020. … [Read more...] about If I were Floyd Mayweather, I wouldn’t give sore loser Manny Pacquiao a rematch
Deontay Wilder, A Rare Type of a Heavyweight Bomber
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso Deontay Wilder again lived up to his Bronze Bomber name by knocking out highly touted Cuban challenger Luis Ortiz in the seventh round in the defense of his WBC heavyweight title last weekend in Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Deontay Wilder, A Rare Type of a Heavyweight Bomber
Jhon Gemino Wins, Mark John Yap Loses on Wilder vs Ortiz II Undercard
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso Filipino journeyman Jhon Gemino did it again as he scored a fifth round knockout of American erstwhile undefeated super featherweight prospect Arnold Alejandro in their 8 round lightweight bout in the undercard of the Deontay Wilder vs. Luis Ortiz WBC heavyweight title rematch, won by Wilder by 7th round knockout Saturday night (Sunday morning in … [Read more...] about Jhon Gemino Wins, Mark John Yap Loses on Wilder vs Ortiz II Undercard
Filipino boxers Jerwin Ancajas and Marlon Tapales fight for world titles on December 7
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso By the time the Philippines is near to wrapping up its hosting assignments and campaigns for the overall championship in the forthcoming Manila South East Asian Games, two Filipinos will be fighting for world boxing honors, more than 2,500 miles apart on December 7, 2019 (December 8, in the Philippines, Immaculate Concepcion Day). … [Read more...] about Filipino boxers Jerwin Ancajas and Marlon Tapales fight for world titles on December 7
Canelo Alvarez learned his defense from Mexican legends, not Floyd Mayweather
For years many Floyd Mayweather fanboys would say that Canelo Alvarez started becoming more defensive and slick after he lost to Mayweather. … [Read more...] about Canelo Alvarez learned his defense from Mexican legends, not Floyd Mayweather
Manny Pacquiao is at the point in his career where every fight is dangerous
The great Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao defied boxing logic when he defeat Keith "One Time" Thurman to capture the WBA Welterweight Championship at the age of 40. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao is at the point in his career where every fight is dangerous
Against Zolani Tete will Johnriel Casimero buck odds, adversity anew?
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso WBO interim bantamweight titlist John Riel Casimero will attempt to win his third official world boxing championship when he tangles with WBO regular champion Zolani Tete in a 12 round main event title bout to be held in Birmingham, UK on November 30, 2019. … [Read more...] about Against Zolani Tete will Johnriel Casimero buck odds, adversity anew?
Manny Pacquiao and Canelo Alvarez are the two biggest stars in boxing
Manny "PacMan" Pacquiao and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez are the last two true boxing stars left in the sport. I am not saying there will be no more stars after them, but currently as we speak these two men are the faces of boxing. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao and Canelo Alvarez are the two biggest stars in boxing
NONITO DONAIRE LOOMS LARGER IN LOSS
In my long years following boxing, I must confess to having a hard time finding any fighter other than Nonito Donaire who came out with an even better image and credential after a major bout that he lost. Magnificently, I must add … [Read more...] about NONITO DONAIRE LOOMS LARGER IN LOSS
Will Manny Pacquiao continue to duck Terence Crawford?
I still remember when Manny "PacMan" Pacquiao was with Top Rank promotions. He opted to fight what he thought was a relatively easy opponent in Jeff Horn, an Australian school teacher, and lost his WBO welterweight title in a huge upset. … [Read more...] about Will Manny Pacquiao continue to duck Terence Crawford?
Shall We See The Same Monster Naoya Inoue Again?
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso After going to hell and back in that fight of the year with Nonito Donaire recently, shall we see the same Monster Naoya Inoue again? … [Read more...] about Shall We See The Same Monster Naoya Inoue Again?
The Crucial Role of Coaching in Boxing (or Too Many Cooks Spoil the Broth)
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso We often hear the phrase, "players win the game, coaches lose it" In basketball and perhaps most other team sports including soccer and baseball. … [Read more...] about The Crucial Role of Coaching in Boxing (or Too Many Cooks Spoil the Broth)
Manny Pacquiao deserves a higher pound for pound ranking
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso LOST in the current squabble for the top post in the pound for pound ranking particularly of the Ring Magazine which started this tradition back in the fight sport's early years is its former long time holder who continues to hug the cellar in the latest Ring rating. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao deserves a higher pound for pound ranking