Benitez to be Named Honorary Captain of Team Puerto Rico
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Maurice Harris riding high going into Friday night’s rematch against Tony Thompson
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments
NEW YORK (May 24, 2011) – The long, strange trip Maurice “Sugar Moe” Harris has taken during his often tumultuous 18-year pro career is close to reaching its ultimate zenith as the USBA heavyweight champion makes final preparations for this week’s rematch against former world title challenger Tony “The Tiger” Thompson,” live on ESPN Friday Night Fights from Reno Events Center in Nevada.
The IBF No. 6 Harris (24-14-2, 10 KOs) versus No. 7 Thompson (35-2, 23 KOs) battle is a scheduled 12-round,International Boxing Federation (“IBF”) Box-Off with the winner moving up to No. 2 in the IBF ratings, and earning an IBF Title Eliminator match against the other IBF Box-Off winner, top rated “Fast” Eddie Chambers (36-2, 18 KOs), who defeated Derric Rossey this past February by way of a 12-round unanimous decision. The winner of the fight between Chambers and Harris/Thompson will determine the IBF mandatory challenger for world champion Wladimir Klitschko (or David Haye if he wins their July 2nd unification fight).
“I try not to think too far ahead and to stay focused on the task at hand,” Harris spoke about not letting possible fights in the future being a distraction from his mission. “I hear that I’m only two fights away, but I’m not focused on fighting Eddie Chambers because I’m fighting Tony Thompson. I take it one fight at a time. If I don’t focus on Tony Thompson there won’t be an Eddie Chambers fight for me.
“I’ve always had it inside of me. I’ve worked too hard to get here and I’m not turning back now. I have done everything possible to get ready for this fight. Usually, when I do that, good things happen. This is my job. I don’t have a social life. Once in a while I may go to the movies with my wife or to Chuck E. Cheese with my kids, but boxing is all I really do. I’m going with my promoter’s logo: Boxing 360 and that’s all I do.”
A decade ago, Harris defeated Thompson by decision in the final of the “Thunderbox Heavyweight Tournament. “Things change,” Maurice commented. “I didn’t know Thompson then and I don’t know him now. I’m not going back nine years to that fight. This fight is now and that’s what counts. I know I’m a better fighter because with age comes wisdom. He’s gotten experience and fought in some big fights. I’ve been on my journey and he’s been on his. I’m ready. It’s going to be an interesting night.”
The 35-year-old Harris has beaten some of the best heavyweights, including former world champion Sergei Liakhovich and world title challenger Jeremy Williams, but he’s also lost to journeymen and no-name opponents. The reborn-Harris, however, has won four fights in a row since signing a promotional contract with Boxing 360.
“In the past I was just going along for the ride,” Harris added. “I wasn’t focused like I am now. I never thought it would come to this (two fights away from a world title shot). It all came unexpectedly but I always knew that I could beat the major players. Hey, I won’t be satisfied with a win Friday night because it isn’t my ultimate goal.”
Other members of Boxing 360’s stable include WBC #3 super bantamweight Leon “Hurry Up” Moore, former IBF super middleweight champion Alejandro “Naco” Berrio, NY State champions, middleweight Lennox “2 Sharpe” Allen and welterweight Danny Sostre, KO king Tyrone Brunson, Nick “Hands of Gold” Casal, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano, middleweight prospect DonYil Livingston, Joshua “The Juice” Harris, Emad Ali, Mike Mollo, “King” David Estrada and Angel “Toro” Hernandez.
Go to www.Boxing360.com for more information about Harris, Boxing 360 or any of its other fighters.
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Rampage Jackson on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments
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KEENAN COLLINS SCORES KNOCKOUT OF THE WEEK IN READING, PA—WATCH FIGHT FOR HOPE CARD NOW ON GFL
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW YORK / READING, PA (May 24, 2011)—This Past Saturday night at The Soverign Center in Reading, PA, Jr. Middleweight Keenan Collins scored a destructive first round stoppage over Jorge Delgado which highlighted a six bout card and all the action is now available on-demand on www.gfl.tv
The card, promoted by Marshall Kauffman’s Kings Promotions is now available for just $9.99 by clicking:http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/Fight_For_Hope/1050
Collins hurt Delgado with a big right hand for which Collins jumped on his prey. One more huge right hand crumpled Delgado to the canvas and the fight was stopped at the end of the first round.
Heavyweight’s William Miranda and Zeferino Albino fought to a four round draw.
Eilud Torres scored a six round unanimous decision over Travis Thompson in a Lightweight bout.
In a four round Jr. Middleweight bout, Grayson Blake scored a four round unanimous decision over Danny Lugo.
Osahon Omo-Osage and Cesar Gonzalez battled to a four round draw in a Super Featherweight bout
In yet another evenly matched fight, Randy Easton and Antonio Robertson battled to a draw in a heavyweight tussle.
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Boxing Links (5-24-11)
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| It’s a street fight: Boxing versus MMA Regina Leader-Post By Jared Schofield, The Leader-Post May 24, 2011 There’s no doubt that the debate between mixed martial arts and boxing could go on forever. It’s almost ridiculous to compare two opposite sports. The two are both very similar in terms of combat sports, … See all stories on this topic »
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| De La Hoya’s rehab stint shocks some in the boxing world Yahoo! Sports (blog) By Steve Cofield Several boxing legends of the last 15 years were in the news this weekend, but it was a mixed bag for Bernard Hopkins, Roy Jones Jr. and Oscar De La Hoya. “After doing an honest evaluation of myself, I recognize that there are certain … See all stories on this topic »
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Vikings’ Ray Edwards tests boxing waters during NFL stalemate: Fan reaction
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| THE SLOW BUT STEADY RISE OF ANDRE WARD Fight Hype By Jon Reynoso | May 24, 2011 Andre Ward is recognized as one of the most polished talents inboxing today. The American Super Middleweight has made a name for himself after dominating his opposition each of the twenty four times he has stepped into … See all stories on this topic » |
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| Nick Diaz Gives Up His Boxing Dream For a Cage-Fight Against Some … By bgoldstein In a related story, former welterweight/junior middleweight boxing champion Ricardo Mayorga is trying to get a piece of that sweet boxing vs. MMA action the only way he knows how — by calling everybody the Spanish words for “faggot” and … Cagepotato – http://www.cagepotato.com/
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| Boxing Breakfast: Pacquiao Confirms Marquez, Cleverly Wants … By Scott Christ Manny Pacquiao confirms he’s fighting Juan Manuel Marquez, and Bernard Hopkins is targeted by a young Welshman. Bad Left Hook has those details and more. Bad Left Hook – http://www.badlefthook.com/ |
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FORMER CHAMPION MIKKEL KESSLER RETURNS AGAINST WORLD-RANKED MEHDI BOUADLA SATURDAY, JUNE 4, ON SHOWTIME®
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments

Fight From Denmark With Be Televised On Same-Day Delay
Before Carl Froch-Glen Johnson Super Six World Boxing Classic Semifinal Airs LIVE on SHOWTIME (Delayed on the West Coast)
NEW YORK (May 24, 2011) – Looking to regain his status as one of the premier super middleweights in the world, former World Boxing Council/World Boxing Association (WBC/WBA) 168-pound champion Mikkel “The Viking Warrior’’ Kessler will return to the ring for the first time in 14 months when he faces Mehdi Bouadla on Saturday, June 4, on SHOWTIME (9 p.m. ET/PT, same-day delay) at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The 12-rounder between Kessler (43-2, 32 KOs), of Denmark, and Bouadla (23-3, 11 KOs), of France, will be shown before the LIVE Super Six World Boxing Classic Semifinal on SHOWTIME (delayed on the West Coast) between defending WBC titlist Carl Froch (27-1, 20 KOs) and former world champion Glen Johnson (51-14-2, 35 KOs) of Miami, Fla., at Adrian Philipps Ballroom of Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall.
The Super Six announce team of Gus Johnson, Al Bernstein and Antonio Tarver will call the Kessler-Bouadla match from Atlantic City. Steve Farhood will serve as ringside reporter from Denmark.
For Kessler, it will be his first start since a potentially career-ending eye injury forced him to withdraw from the Super Six shortly after he won an exciting 12-round unanimous decision over the previously undefeated Froch on April 24, 2010. A victory puts Kessler, 32, back in the thick of things in the talent-rich 168-pound division. Kessler’s only defeats came against future Hall of Famer, Joe Calzaghe, in November 2007, and to Andre Ward in Group Stage 1 of the Super Six World Boxing Classic on Nov. 21, 2009.
The 29-year-old Bouadla has won 11 in a row dating to February 2008. The No. 5-ranked super middle in the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and 10th-rated contender in the International Boxing Federation (IBF), Bouadla earned a decision over Pavels Lotahs in his most recent start last Jan. 29. Bouadla was slated to challenge defending champion Sebastian Sylvester last Jan. 22 for the IBF middleweight championship, but the fight was postponed after Sylvester suffered a viral infection.
For information on SHOWTIME Sports Programming, including exclusive behind-the-scenes video and photo galleries, complete telecast information and more, please go the new SHOWTIME Sports website at http:// sports.sho.com.
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Ali Adams Drafts In ‘Big’ John McDermott To Prepare For June 4th Fight
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments
Chelsea based Iraqi Heavyweight Ali Adams has called in the big guns, in the form of Southern Area Heavyweight Champion ‘Big’ John McDermott, to help him prepare for his upcoming fight, against a yet to be named opponent, at the Olivia Goodwin Main Events promoted ‘Search & Destroy’ double title headed super show, at York Hall in Bethnal Green on Saturday 4th June 2011.
Adams, the World’s only Arab Heavyweight professional boxer, turned to his friend John McDermott for sparring to ensure he is fully prepared for whoever he faces on June 4th. Adams has been firm in stating that he intends to not just win, but win big time, as he is dedicating the fight to his Father who recently past away.
Those in attendance at the TKO Boxing Gym in Canning Town, during their first sparring session, were treated to some top notch boxing.
Right from the first bell both Adams and McDermott started trading hard, as the rounds went on both raised their game to a higher level. The quality of the boxing on display brought all training at the gym to a halt, as every single fighter present downed gloves to watch. As the final bell rang their work ethic and undoubted skill was rewarded with a standing ovation.
Following the sparring session a slightly breathless, yet elated, Adams said, “John McDermott, I always have special spar with John. He’s a very good fighter, I thank him big time for coming sparring and helping me. He’s a really good come forward fighter. He gives me a lot of pressure and stuff so it’s really good for my next fight.
I don’t know who I’m fighting yet, but I’m knocking the kid out. No matter who he is I’m knocking him out first, second round, because this fight is for my Father.
My father just passed away, I just came back from Iraq. I was in in Iraq for five weeks and I came back three weeks ago.
Soon as I came back Johnny (Eames) talked to me about being reserve in Prizefighter and I accepted it. Then I trained.
I started training from three weeks ago and I’ve got two weeks to the fight, so I’ll be super fit, not just fit, super fit. No boxing I’m going out there just to knock the kid out, proper fighting you know, real boxing. Yeah, I’m looking forward to it, I can’t wait.”
Ali Adams, against a yet to be named opponent, will feature on the undercard of Olivia Goodwin Main Events promoted ‘Search & Destroy’, double title headlined event will take place at the York Hall, Bethnal Green, London on Saturday 4th June 2011.
Co-headlining the show are International Masters Lightweight Champion Ryan ‘Mr Attitude’ Barrett, who will be defending his crown for the first time against former Kenyan Super Featherweight Champion Geoffrey ‘The Tiger’ Munika, and former Super Middleweight supremo Toks Owoh, who was originally due to face Tony Conquest for the British Masters Cruiserweight title until Tony damaged his hand in training.
The massive 16 bout card also features Adam’s TKO Boxing Gym team mate Beckton based Dutch Cruiserweight sensation Mitchell Balker, who gets a stern test against Welsh hardman Hari Miles.
Further Team TKO fighters on the card include Carshalton Welterweight Danny ‘Cassius’ Connor, who faces former WBF Intercontinental title challenger James Todd, as well as Thamesmead Light Middleweight Nathan Weise, Plumstead’s Sam Standing and Islington Welterweight Brett O’Callaghan, all against yet to be named opponents.
Amongst the established stars taking part on 4th June are Luton’s Michael ‘The Real Chunky’ Devine, who takes on Trowbridge’s ‘Dirty’ Dan Carr in a four round Lightweight contest, the sensational Woolwich based Albanian Super Middleweight Eder Kurti, Brentwood Middleweight Kris Agyei-Dua and Minster Kent’s popular Light Heavyweight Dan ‘Woody’ Woodgate.
Making their professional debuts at the ‘Search & Destroy’ event are Lightweight Billy Lavelle, who is sure to be tested hard by the experienced Sid Razak, former unbeaten unlicensed fighter Mark ‘Pee Wee’ Adams, who will face Louis Byrne. As well as Lightweight Marcin Marczak and Middleweights William Cayzer and Diego Burton, who face yet to be named opponents.
Tickets, priced £35 (Standard seated) and £50 (Ringside) for the Search and Destroy event are available on-line now at www.tkoboxoffice.com, in person at The TKO Boxing Gym, Gillian House, Stephenson Street, Canning Town, London E16 4SA or from any boxer appearing on the show. For further information call: 07960 850645
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Wrestling Links (5-24-11)
Posted on | May 24, 2011 | No Comments
| ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage dies in car accident in Florida, former wrestler was 58 Washington Post Wrestling legend Randy ‘Macho Man’ Savage died in a car accident in Florida on Friday. As Jen Chaney reported: “Macho Man” Randy Savage, a wrestling star who gained a huge fan following during his time in the WWF and WWE, died in a car accident in … See all stories on this topic »
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| Sinclair buys Ring of Honor wrestling franchise Baltimore Sun By Lorraine Mirabella, The Baltimore Sun Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc. has acquired wrestlingfranchise Ring of Honor and plans to start airing the original television wrestling match programs on its network of stations in September, the Hunt Valley … See all stories on this topic »
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| Branch announces the future of Wyoming wrestling Laramie Boomerang By WYOSPORTS • Tuesday, May 24, 2011 University of Wyoming coach Mark Branch announced on Monday that five prep student-athletes have signed a National Letter of Intent to wrestle for the Cowboys. Branch’s third recruiting class will begin its UW … See all stories on this topic »
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| Bana resigns as Iran Greco-Roman wrestling coach Tehran Times TEHRAN – Mohammad Bana resigned from his job as Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling head coach on Monday. Just one day after the Iranian Greco-Roman wrestling team won the Asian championship for the seventh time, Bana decided to quit the team. … See all stories on this topic »
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| WWE Raw – Inside Pulse Wrestling’s Live Coverage Inside Pulse If you’ve read my stuff before, you know that I think fairly little of Otunga, so if he hits a wrestlingmove, I’m actually a bit impressed. Punk refers to Big Show as King Kong Bundy, and the world is a little better. Hot tag to Bundy Show, … See all stories on this topic »
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| A glance at the Impact Wrestling premier Poughkeepsie Journal (blog) But on the debut of “Impact Wrestling,” it was still just the same old TNA. Just that now with the blue design scheme and ring ropes, it looks like a low-rent SmackDown. • In the opening segment, X Division wrestlers Brian Kendrick, Amazing Red and … See all stories on this topic »
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