Author: FightPost: MMA & Boxing News

Since entering the world of boxing media in 2015, I have written for Behind the Gloves, Boxing Social and I am current contributing to Boxing News, alongside my work for FightPost.

Harli Whitwell: “In the beginning, it was just a bit of fun, but I was in there every night after school and it just became life for me.”

Harli Whitwell: "In the beginning, it was just a bit of fun, but I was in there every night after school and it just became life for me." Some years ago when I decided to focus more on the women's side of boxing, I was in truth, scratching about looking for fighters to interview, certainly … Continue reading Harli Whitwell: “In the beginning, it was just a bit of fun, but I was in there every night after school and it just became life for me.” →

Boxing Needs to Change How It Punishes Dopers

Boxing Needs to Change How It Punishes Dopers By S Saadeq Ahmed Despite fighters repeatedly testing positive for banned substances, boxing refuses to change how it punishes dopers. These incidents cast an even darker shadow on a sport that is already beset by various problems. It can cause extreme frustration and make boxing enthusiasts and … Continue reading Boxing Needs to Change How It Punishes Dopers →

The Greatest Female Fights of the Modern-Era

The Greatest Female Fights of the Modern-Era The all-female card this Saturday night at the O2 Arena in London is another important step for women’s boxing. Maybe the final one. The long battle for acceptance, relevance and so much more is almost won. It took time, too much time in all honesty, but Saturday night … Continue reading The Greatest Female Fights of the Modern-Era →

Hannah Baggaley: “I’m not ready to quit now and fall at the first hurdle. I have got so much more to give to the sport.”

Hannah Baggaley: "I'm not ready to quit now and fall at the first hurdle. I have got so much more to give to the sport." The more you interview fighters, the more you follow and invest emotionally in their journey. You feel their pain and share in their nights of jubilation. You also see changes … Continue reading Hannah Baggaley: “I’m not ready to quit now and fall at the first hurdle. I have got so much more to give to the sport.” →

Tyson vs Biggs: Bad Blood & Revenge

Tyson vs Biggs: Bad Blood & RevengeBy Dean Berks It is amazing to think that 35 years have passed since ‘Iron” Mike Tyson made the first defence of the undisputed heavyweight title on 16 October 1987 against number one contender Tyrell Biggs. It capped, what would be in today’s pugilistic environment, an astonishing eleven months … Continue reading Tyson vs Biggs: Bad Blood & Revenge →

Bec Connolly: There’s certainly no fortune here, but I get to do what I love.”

Bec Connolly: There’s certainly no fortune here, but I get to do what I love." By Thomas Kelly-Hansford Bec Connolly returns to the ring on October 15th featuring on the Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall undercard at the O2 Arena in London, where she will face the unbeaten Sarah Leigmann. Connolly (3-15) is a true … Continue reading Bec Connolly: There’s certainly no fortune here, but I get to do what I love.” →

CHRIS EUBANK JR VS. CONOR BENN FIGHT STATEMENT

CHRIS EUBANK JR VS. CONOR BENN FIGHT STATEMENTAfter discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. It is undeniable that the British Boxing Board of Control’s decision to withdraw their sanctioning was procedurally flawed and without due process. That remains a legal … Continue reading CHRIS EUBANK JR VS. CONOR BENN FIGHT STATEMENT →