By Ludwig O. Daza For now, the Manny Pacquiao vs. Jeff Horn bout is in limbo. Obviously, Bob Arum and Michael Koncz are at odds on who should be the next opponent for Manny Pacquiao and where it should happen. … [Read more...] about Quo Vadis Manny Pacquiao
Opinion Articles
Lead up to Badou Jack vs James DeGale
With WBC champion Badou Jack (20-1) set to face off against IBF champion James Degale (23-1) this Saturday night, the boxing public cannot wait to see the first big fight of 2017. This will be the first Super Middleweight unification since the days of Andre Ward (31-0) ruling over it. The winner will be seen as the No.1 Super middle weight in the world by many. … [Read more...] about Lead up to Badou Jack vs James DeGale
The Truth: Manny Pacquiao is fighting Jeff Horn because he can’t beat Terence Crawford
By Jamal Dicky Who the heck is Jeff Horn? The only Jeff Horn I know is NBA legend and Knicks coach Jeff HORNacek who played for the Utah Jazz back in the day. Apparently Manny Pacquiao is set to fight an Australian boxer by the name of Jeff Horn aka the Hornet. … [Read more...] about The Truth: Manny Pacquiao is fighting Jeff Horn because he can’t beat Terence Crawford
Canelo Alvarez: Underappreciated
By Manuel Lira Turning pro since the age of 15 Saul "Canelo" Alvarez has compiled an excellent 48-1-1 record. Along the way Canelo has beaten multiple ex and current world champions. The 2 division former unified world champion is seen as one of the most popular fighters in the world today. Why is it then that the boxing public has gave so little credit and so much hate to … [Read more...] about Canelo Alvarez: Underappreciated
Nicholas Walters Quits Mid-fight Against Lomachenko, Breaks Boxing’s Unwritten Rule
By Ryan Donald If the first seven rounds of their WBO super-featherweight title fight were any indication, Jamaican boxer Nicholas Walters could have fought Vasyl Lomachenko another 20 rounds and still not figured out how to defeat him. … [Read more...] about Nicholas Walters Quits Mid-fight Against Lomachenko, Breaks Boxing’s Unwritten Rule
Is Mayweather Vs. McGregor Possible?
By Ryan Donald Last weekend the acclaimed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor from Ireland garnered international headlines when he trounced American Eddie Alvarez during UFC 205. The brief three minute and four second match extended for only two rounds until "The Notorious" MMA fighter delivered a powerful TKO. Now Sports Illustrated Reports Conor McGregor has suggested he … [Read more...] about Is Mayweather Vs. McGregor Possible?
Has the rise of UFC, Conor McGregor, and Ronda Rousey made boxing irrelevant?
By Dexter Reyes Ever since the Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao super fight failed to live up to the hype, boxing has been in a steady decline in terms of Pay-Per-View viewership in the United States. The fight was built up for several years and when it finally happened it was a costly $100 price tag just for the PPV. In the end the fight wound up being the highest … [Read more...] about Has the rise of UFC, Conor McGregor, and Ronda Rousey made boxing irrelevant?
Pacquiao vs. Mayweather II?
By Ryan Donald Boxing fans were promised a titanic battle between two champions, one they'd been waiting a long time to see- Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao finally slugging it out to determine the best fighter of their generation. … [Read more...] about Pacquiao vs. Mayweather II?
Pacquiao and Donaire at the crossroads of their boxing careers
By Ludwig O. Daza Bob Arum, the long-time promoter of Pacquiao, said that the latter will fight in middle of the ring but offered the idea that, similar to what he did against Miguel Cotto, Pacquiao might lean on the ropes in the first round to test the power of WBO welterweight champion Jessie Vargas. That is a dangerous proposition, considering that Pacquiao is already at … [Read more...] about Pacquiao and Donaire at the crossroads of their boxing careers
Miguel Cotto Will Not Fight In 2016
By Ryan Donald Miguel Cotto is headed towards the twilight of his successful career. The 36-year old boxer has a hall of fame career with his 40-5 record. It is fight #46 that is now getting attention, which after rumor after rumor, will not be fought in 2016 after all. … [Read more...] about Miguel Cotto Will Not Fight In 2016
Lace Em Up: Raising Awareness in Boxing
By H. Davis Boxing is, without a doubt, a tough and physical sport that’s for sure. It’s a sport that requires both respect, and discipline; which could be the reason why it’s used as a metaphor for life so often. You get knocked down, but you get back up and continue to fight. The problem is, however, gaining respect from your opponents and viewers is always easier said … [Read more...] about Lace Em Up: Raising Awareness in Boxing
Cleverly-Brähmer: A Good Fight with an Anticlimactic Finish
By Tom Terzulli Excitement and interest were hard to come by going into the Nathan Cleverly vs. Jurgen Brähmer bout for the German’s WBA “world” light heavyweight title on Saturday night. Brähmer had been undefeated since 2009, but had yet to fight anyone of significance. While Cleverly, the one time WBO title holder, had hit a wall after getting destroyed by Sergey Kovalev … [Read more...] about Cleverly-Brähmer: A Good Fight with an Anticlimactic Finish
Manny Pacquiao The Hypocrite. A Former Drug Addict Who Supports Duterte’s Deadly War On Drugs
By Larry Limcangco Whenever I hear Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao introduced as Senator it makes me cringe. This is a man who signed two contracts causing rival promoters to go to court over his rights, failed to publicly acknowledge an injury to postpone the biggest fight in boxing history against Floyd Mayweather just so he could collect over $100 million dollars. He is … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao The Hypocrite. A Former Drug Addict Who Supports Duterte’s Deadly War On Drugs
Willie Monroe Jr is Cut from the Same Cloth as Mayweather, and Thats Not a Good Thing
By Tom Terzulli When watching Willie Monroe Jr’s snooze-fest decision victory over Gabriel Rosado Saturday night, I couldn't help but recall the dozens of disappointing fights courtesy of the now retired Floyd “Money” Mayweather. … [Read more...] about Willie Monroe Jr is Cut from the Same Cloth as Mayweather, and Thats Not a Good Thing
Brook Exposed Golovkin, Canelo Can Beat Him
By Chuy Marco Canelo Alvarez disposed of Liam Smith in the 9th round via body shot KO. He fought and beat a legit junior middleweight champion and took his WBO belt on Saturday night at the Dallas Cowboys stadium in front of a loud packed house of 50,000 fans in attendance. … [Read more...] about Brook Exposed Golovkin, Canelo Can Beat Him