Boxing Links (7-20-11)
All quiet in Pacland—before the storm? Inquirer.net A few days back, boxing godfather Manny Piñol reported that Canadian Michael Koncz had been fired as close-in aide of national boxing hero Manny Pacquiao. My first reaction was of relief, even as Piñol, a battle-scarred newspaperman, did not specify … See all stories on this topic » Tarver beats Green […]
Mixed Martial Arts Links (7-5-11)
Mixed–Martial Arts: UFC leaves its mark Allied News The Spanish teacher turned mixed–martial artist used his wrestling skills learned on the Pennsylvania mats to edge Rick Story in a welterweight fight that won’t be easily forgotten by those who witnessed it Sunday in Ultimate Fighting Championship’s … See all stories on this topic » Op-Ed: Tito Ortiz’s […]
Boxing Links (6-22-11)
Klitschko long ago conquered strongest foe ESPN (blog) It’s also an opportunity to finally see the long-reigning king of boxing’s (fading) glamor division in his moment of truth against a dangerous opponent in his prime. But don’t buy too much into that last part. Because the truth is, Klitschko has been … See all stories on this […]
SERGIO PETTIS TO MAKE PROFESSIONAL DEBUT
“If I lose, it could determine my future…” (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA): Roufusport is the home for some of the top fighters in the sport of MMA, including UFC® fighters Anthony “Showtime” Pettis, Erik Koch, and “Danny Boy” Downes. As the head trainer for one of the top gyms in the world, Duke […]
Amateur Boxer William Cayzer Interview
This Saturday William Cayzer’s childhood dream will come true, as the eighteen year old from Eltham in South London is set to make his professional debut at the Olivia Goodwin Main Events promoted ‘Search & Destroy’ event at York Hall in London on June 4th. An outstanding amateur, young William built an enviable reputation as […]
VINNY “THE LION” O’BRIEN SEEKS THIRD STRAIGHT WIN MAY 20
Welterweight prospect Vinny “The Lion” O’Brien of East Hanover has exploded onto the boxing scene, winning his first two fights by way of TKO. The explosive 24-year-old fighter has already shown his power and determination, and looks to continue his winning streak May 20 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. O’Brien, who made his […]
CANADA’S BEST SET TO RETURN TO HERSHEY CENTRE RING
ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF DURELL WAMBOLT/THE BOXING EXAMINER McGuinness, Lupo, Fish Top June 24th 10th Anniversary Mississauga Card TORONTO, ON – (April 20, 2011) On Friday June 24th, United Boxing Promotions, in association with Hennessy Sports Canada, marks the tenth year of pro boxing at Mississauga’s Hershey Centre with “Friday Night at […]
Pedraza Headlines in Second Fight!
The most highly anticipated professional debut in years in the boxing hotbed of Puerto Rico occurred last February when 2009 World Amateur Championships Lightweight Silver Medalist and former Olympian Jose Pedraza entered the paid ranks in impressive fashion. Paired against countryman Felix Rivera, who went 68-5 as an amateur and was also making his debut, Pedraza […]
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