PROVIDENCE (July 1, 2010) – Fighting the second time for the NABO lightweight crown, John Molina, Jr. believes an impressive victory this time against NABO lightweight champion “Hammerin’” Hank Lundy (18-0-1, 10 KOs) not only will get him the belt that has eluded him, but put him right into contention in the deep 135-pound division. Molina (20-1, 16 KOs) is traveling … [Read more...] about Molina going back to the future against unbeaten Lundy on ESPN Friday Night Fights
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I don’t think Bob Arum really wants Manny Pacquiao to fight Floyd Mayweather
By Lou Block We've seen this before with boxing promoter, Bob Arum, the one who talks first to the media is usually the one who doesn't want the fight made. Bob Arum said the contract details have all been ironed out and he is giving Floyd Mayweather Jr. until the middle of July to sign the contract for the fight because they need to start promoting the fight ASAP. It … [Read more...] about I don’t think Bob Arum really wants Manny Pacquiao to fight Floyd Mayweather
Sucker Punch is a knockout! Watch Professional Boxer Errol Christie on ITV feature
Royal Court Theatre presents: "Sucker Punch" by Roy Williams showing from the June 11, 2010 until July 31, 2010. Hit Boxing play Sucker Punch must end Sat 31 July 'The Royal Court has been spectacularly transformed into a boxing club for this bruising new play by Roy Williams. Thrilling. Gripping. Wonderfully authentic.' Daily Telegraph * * * * 'KNOCKOUT' Daily … [Read more...] about Sucker Punch is a knockout! Watch Professional Boxer Errol Christie on ITV feature
Joe Smith Jr. “The Irish Bomber” Remains Perfect!
By Ethan Doutney After returning from the Mohegun Sun CES Promotions “Pride and Glory” witnessing Nicolia “The Stone Man” Firtha stone Tony “TNT” Grano in two, I returned home to watch the tape of Latin Fury 15. Impressed by Chavez Jr.’s improvement against better competition named John Duddy it was another Jr. I couldn’t get off my mind but it was an Irishman. It was Long … [Read more...] about Joe Smith Jr. “The Irish Bomber” Remains Perfect!
Firtha planning to upset Grano Saturday night in ‘Pride & Power’ headliner
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (June 23, 2010) – Ohio heavyweight Nicolai “Stone Man” Firtha has made multiple visits to New England visiting relatives, but this Saturday night he’ll make his first business trip there, challenging Hartford heavyweight favorite Tony “TNT” Grano in the 10-round main event on the “Pride & Power” boxing show, presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic … [Read more...] about Firtha planning to upset Grano Saturday night in ‘Pride & Power’ headliner
Crossroads fight for Mike Oliver vs. Mauricio Pastrana at Mohegan Sun
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (June 22, 2010) – Hartford super bantamweight Mike “Machine Gun” Oliver, the reigning New England and EBA champion, will be in a crossroads fight Saturday night as he continues his journey back to the top of the 122-pound division, taking on 4-time world title-holder Mauricio “Indio Boy” Pastrana in the 8-round co-feature on the “Pride & Power” … [Read more...] about Crossroads fight for Mike Oliver vs. Mauricio Pastrana at Mohegan Sun
Biosse steps up to fight friend McCreedy on ESPN FNF July 9
PROVIDENCE (June 22, 2010) – New England and EBA super middleweight champion “Irish” Joey McCreedy (11-4-2, 6 KOs), trained by “Irish” Micky Ward and Dicky Eklund, was having a problem finding a suitable opponent for his July 9th fight in the 8-round co-feature on “Let Freedom Ring” presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), at the … [Read more...] about Biosse steps up to fight friend McCreedy on ESPN FNF July 9
‘‘Hammerin’” Hank Lundy vs. John John “The Hammer” Molina on ESPN FNF July 9
PROVIDENCE (June 15, 2010) – Red-hot lightweight prospect “Hammerin’” Hank Lundy, rated No. 13 by the World Boxing Association, makes his first title defense against challenger John John “The Hammer” Molina (20-1, 16 KOs) in the 12-round main event July 9 on “Let Freedom Ring,” presented live on ESPN Friday Night Fights by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and … [Read more...] about ‘‘Hammerin’” Hank Lundy vs. John John “The Hammer” Molina on ESPN FNF July 9
Long Island’s Undefeated “Irish Bomber” Joe Smith to Test Punch on Heavyweight June 26th on CES Promotions “Pride and Power”
By Phil Kane Long Island’s popular light heavyweight Joe “The Irish Bomber” Smith Jr. a 2008 New York Gold Gloves Champion will be taking a big step up on the undercard of Jimmy Burchfield’s CES Promotions “Pride & Power,” Tony Grano / Nicolai Firtha main event June 26th at the Mohegun Sun Casino and Resort in Uncasville, Connecticut. Smith, 4-0, 4Ko’s is a heavy … [Read more...] about Long Island’s Undefeated “Irish Bomber” Joe Smith to Test Punch on Heavyweight June 26th on CES Promotions “Pride and Power”
Kevin McBride returns July 10 to take care of unfinished business
NEW YORK (June 14, 2010) – Former Irish heavyweight champion and 1992 Olympian, Kevin “The Clones Colossus” McBride, returns to the ring July 10 for the first time in more than 2 ½ years against veteran Robert “Big Philly” Hawkins in an 8-round bout at Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York. The 37-year-old McBride (34-6-1, 29 KOs), fighting out of Boston, is … [Read more...] about Kevin McBride returns July 10 to take care of unfinished business
Grano sparred with Vitali Klitschko, working with Joe Mesi’s ex-trainer for June 26 fight vs. Firtha
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (June 14, 2010) – After sparring with world heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko for three weeks in Austria, Hartford heavyweight prospect Tony “TNT” Grano returned home for a week before shuffling off to Buffalo for training camp to prepare for his Saturday night, June 26 headlining fight on the “Pride & Power” boxing card, presented by Jimmy … [Read more...] about Grano sparred with Vitali Klitschko, working with Joe Mesi’s ex-trainer for June 26 fight vs. Firtha
America’s Top Featherweight Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard
MANCHESTER, Conn. (June 10, 2010) – Undefeated, 23-year-old NABF and NABO champion Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard arguably rates as America’s leading contemporary featherweight and the old-school fighter can’t wait to prove his worth to the boxing world. Remillard, now rated No. 7 by the World Boxing Council, may not have a true signature fight, yet, but he … [Read more...] about America’s Top Featherweight Matt “Sharp Shooter” Remillard
Vitali Klitschko KO’s opponent to retain title; David Haye next?
WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko of Ukraine celebrated in front 60,000 fans after he stopped Polish challenger Albert Sosnowski at the Veltins Arena on Saturday May 29, 2010 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Vitali and his brother Wladimir are dominating the heavyweight division and disposing of every challenger put in front of them. Tonight was no different, Albert … [Read more...] about Vitali Klitschko KO’s opponent to retain title; David Haye next?
Vitali Klitschko vs. Albert Sosnowski Weigh-in Results and Pics
WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko (39-2, 37 KOs) hit the scales at 247 lbs and the challenger Albert Sosnowski (45-2-1, 27 KOs) came in looking in phenomenal shape at 224.4 lbs. The 31-year old Sosnowoski is on a mission to become the first Polish heavyweight champion, he is the huge underdog in this fight while many believe Vitali Klitschko is expected to … [Read more...] about Vitali Klitschko vs. Albert Sosnowski Weigh-in Results and Pics
David Tua returns July 17 vs. Monte Barrett in Atlantic City
NEW YORK (May 26, 2010) – “Tua De Force” has shifted sites and will now continue July 17 at the Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City as Samoan strongman David “Tuamanator” Tua, coming off a near shutout victory by unanimous 12-round decision this past March, faces former world title challenger Monte “Two Gunz” Barrett. The Tua-Barrett fight had been … [Read more...] about David Tua returns July 17 vs. Monte Barrett in Atlantic City