By Freddy Fresco Floyd Mayweather's master plan is to use Manny Pacquiao's name so he can stay relevant and in the public eye because the more publicity for Floyd the better in his eyes. … [Read more...] about Mayweather Uses Pacquiao’s Name To Remain Relevant
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Sergio Martinez dedicates championship event to bullied Middletown teen
By CLAIRE MICHALEWICZ Press Staff MASHANTUCKET — At a press conference announcing one of the biggest fights of his career, middleweight boxer Sergio Martinez on Thursday promised viewers they would see “the best Sergio Martinez.” Then, pausing, he added, “This fight is for you, Monique,” and invited 13-year-old Middletown resident Monique McClain on stage. … [Read more...] about Sergio Martinez dedicates championship event to bullied Middletown teen
Manny Pacquiao is not a “Power Puncher” so don’t count on him to KO Mosley
By Chuy Marco It is easy to fool people who buy into the Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao hype, the biggest false claim is Manny is a "Power Puncher," when in reality his power is all hype. Pacman isn't a power puncher, he is a volume puncher with lots of stamina. He can only knock out weight drained opponents, his only one punch knockout was against a glass chinned Ricky Hatton. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao is not a “Power Puncher” so don’t count on him to KO Mosley
Zab Judah – Champ or Chump?
By Andy Byles On March 5, 2011, Zab “Super” Judah won by TKO in the 7th round over Kaizer Mabuza to win the vacant IBF Light Welterweight title. It had been almost ten years since he last held the IBF crown. Now with Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker in his corner, he appears to be back on the path to stardom with a major title in his hand and a desire to rule the light … [Read more...] about Zab Judah – Champ or Chump?
Floyd Mayweather vs. Paul Spadafora Is A Fight That Should Happen
By JR Vivio Look Paul Spadafora and Floyd Mayweather Jr. sparred and Mayweather got walked down and beaten by Paul. At 147-pounds, Paul will be punching way harder and will hit him on angles that Mayweather has never seen before. … [Read more...] about Floyd Mayweather vs. Paul Spadafora Is A Fight That Should Happen
Who should Manny Pacquiao fight next?
By Andy Byles Assuming Pacquiao gets by Shane Mosley, people are already wondering “Who is Manny Pacquiao going to fight next?” I’m going to attempt to answer that question…in my own special way. … [Read more...] about Who should Manny Pacquiao fight next?
Local Boxing Star Shot Aiding Strangers Returns to the Ring March 17th on Star Boxing’s “March Mayhen” Card at Plattduetsche
By: Coach “K” (March 8th) Next Thursday March 17th Star Boxing’s "March Mayhem" fight card at the Plattduetsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square, NY. headlines Huntington, New York unbeaten light welterweight Chris Algieri, 10-0, 5KO’s against Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s “Marvel” Julias Edmonds, 7-10 but the bigger story may be the return to the ring of four time US … [Read more...] about Local Boxing Star Shot Aiding Strangers Returns to the Ring March 17th on Star Boxing’s “March Mayhen” Card at Plattduetsche
Why the Pacquiao vs. Mayweather fight will and won’t happen
By Andy Byles Want to see the most highly anticipated fight in decades? Me too. The reason as to why this fight won’t take place is also the reason as to why it very may well happen. Confused? Then please read on! … [Read more...] about Why the Pacquiao vs. Mayweather fight will and won’t happen
Gary’s Sweet Pea Judah Monday Morning Trainer 3/7/11
The easiest thing in sports is to look back and comment after the fact (hindsight is always 20/20). So that’s what I do. Here are my random thoughts on the Judah victory (sorry nothing else, this is the only fight/card I caught this weekend but I have a lot to say on the fight and surrounding topics) and some press conference highlights. … [Read more...] about Gary’s Sweet Pea Judah Monday Morning Trainer 3/7/11
Donaire Lost In The Wilderness Of Fame
By Ingming Aberia In what appears to be world bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire’s Facebook page, a recent wall post reads: “Oh n btw, Chino, Ampong, n Pinol- Why dont u cm pick a fight with sm1 ur on size huh? ME AND PAPANG also said it was the media. We ALL pointed at U! So back off.” … [Read more...] about Donaire Lost In The Wilderness Of Fame
Fight Report – Unleash The Fury, York Hall Saturday March 5th
By Gianluca (Rio) Di Caro On Saturday night , at York Hall in Bethnal Green, was the first of two events to celebrate Steve Goodwin’s first year as a boxing promoter. Over the past year Steve has promoted some of the biggest and best events in the Capital for a long, long while. … [Read more...] about Fight Report – Unleash The Fury, York Hall Saturday March 5th
Sweet and Super Ringside Coverage of Zab Judah’s KO Win
By Gary Purfield The merger between Zab “Super” Judah and former champion now trainer “Sweet Pea” Pernell Whitaker is off to a world title start. Judah punched and moved with all his usual speed and flare but added on was a defensive slickness. For the most part his weaving, circling and head movement kept him from being hit. It also lead to great counter punching … [Read more...] about Sweet and Super Ringside Coverage of Zab Judah’s KO Win
MARQUEZ CAN’T ANSWER THE BELL
By Don Donatello Juan Manuel Marquez is done, he is cherry picking fighters like the burned out, Juan Diaz, who lost 5 of his last 6 fights. Diaz lost to Nate Campbell on 3/8/2008, beat Michael Katsidis on 9/6/2008, lost to Marquez on 2/28/2009, lost to Paul Malignaggi on 8/22/2009 but got a gift win, lost to Malignaggi on the rematch on 12/12/2009, and then lost to Marquez … [Read more...] about MARQUEZ CAN’T ANSWER THE BELL
NFL player Tommy Zbikowski to fight on “Cotto vs. Mayorga” PPV
By Charlie Knoxville Tom "Tommy Z" Zbikowski, 25, a former Notre Dame football standout and current safety for the NFL's Baltimore Ravens, announced that he will return to the boxing ring on March 12, 2011 on the undercard of the Miguel Cotto vs. Ricardo Mayorga Showtime pay-per-view card that takes place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada. … [Read more...] about NFL player Tommy Zbikowski to fight on “Cotto vs. Mayorga” PPV
Canelo has the boyish charm of Pacquiao and the looks of De La Hoya but…
By Jorge Conejo Does he have what it takes to be a champion? That is the question that looms over the young 20-year-old Mexican boxing sensation as he fights for his first world title fight on HBO this Saturday at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. Saul already has the good looks that helped win Oscar De La Hoya millions of young female fans combined with the same type of … [Read more...] about Canelo has the boyish charm of Pacquiao and the looks of De La Hoya but…