Sarah Liegmann: “If someone had told me I would be a champion in boxing this quickly, I would have said they were crazy.”

Sarah Liegmann: "If someone had told me I would be a champion in boxing this quickly, I would have said they were crazy." By Lewie LaingFresh from her first senior professional world title win, unbeaten Sarah Liegmann (10-0) spoke to FightPost about riding the wave of becoming world champion at just 22 years old. While … Continue reading Sarah Liegmann: “If someone had told me I would be a champion in boxing this quickly, I would have said they were crazy.” →

Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.”

Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.” Mikaela Mayer once spent many minutes of an interview several years ago trying to retrieve one of her rescue dogs which was trying to see what delights awaited … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.” →

Raven Chapman: “The fight with Skye Nicolson deserves to be on the big stage. I think it’s where we both should be.”

Raven Chapman: “The fight with Skye Nicolson deserves to be on the big stage. I think it’s where we both should be.” We haven’t seen Raven Chapman inside a boxing ring since last December. A victory over Lucie Sedlackova at the York Hall that extended her resume to 8-0. The unbeaten featherweight contender has been … Continue reading Raven Chapman: “The fight with Skye Nicolson deserves to be on the big stage. I think it’s where we both should be.” →

Hannah Robinson: “I am capable of winning a world title.”

Hannah Robinson: "I am capable of winning a world title." The professional debut of the former amateur star Hannah Robinson has been a long time coming in many ways. A hometown maiden professional ring walk at the Rainton Arena for the Darlington native is fast approaching. "That's the thing that I am most excited about," … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “I am capable of winning a world title.” →

Adam Smith: “Cancer nearly killed me, but, in many ways, it’s given me a different perspective on life, and I’m now a much happier, calmer person.”

Adam Smith: “Cancer nearly killed me, but, in many ways, it’s given me a different perspective on life, and I’m now a much happier, calmer person.” By Matt Elliott The voice of Adam Smith is synonymous with boxing. The two just fit perfectly together, and one doesn’t feel quite the same without the other. Smith … Continue reading Adam Smith: “Cancer nearly killed me, but, in many ways, it’s given me a different perspective on life, and I’m now a much happier, calmer person.” →

Chantelle Reid: “Winning a gold medal is realistic. I am not going to Paris for anything less.”

Chantelle Reid: “Winning a gold medal is realistic. I am not going to Paris for anything less.” It is a quite remarkable story. Once a rising star. But Chantelle Reid was six years away from her sport due to a severe back injury. Reid only returned to boxing in early 2023. Expectations were probably low … Continue reading Chantelle Reid: “Winning a gold medal is realistic. I am not going to Paris for anything less.” →

Brad Pauls: “If you compare the Denny fight to the Heaney one, you can see I’ve made huge improvements.”

Brad Pauls: “If you compare the Denny fight to the Heaney one, you can see I’ve made huge improvements.” By Matt Elliott Queensberry Promotions’ Magnificent Seven concept is certainly an intriguing one. At a time when the future of big-time boxing in the UK is under the microscope, thanks in part to the deep pockets … Continue reading Brad Pauls: “If you compare the Denny fight to the Heaney one, you can see I’ve made huge improvements.” →

Sophie Alisch: “I really liked the philosophy and vision of Summit Sports. They gave me a really great feeling, and I just said let’s all work together.”

Sophie Alisch: "I really liked the philosophy and vision of Summit Sports. They gave me a really great feeling, and I just said let's all work together." There are many different stories of how a fighter finds their way into boxing. Linn Sandstrom, the Brazilian born former international table tennis star, will fight for a … Continue reading Sophie Alisch: “I really liked the philosophy and vision of Summit Sports. They gave me a really great feeling, and I just said let’s all work together.” →

Rhiannon Dixon: “As the opponents get better and better, I am proving that I belong at this level, and on Saturday, I will prove that again.”

Rhiannon Dixon: “As the opponents get better and better, I am proving that I belong at this level, and on Saturday, I will prove that again.” It was just a few hours removed from another training camp being completed when Rhiannon Dixon dialled in for her latest media obligation. But this was no ordinary training … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: “As the opponents get better and better, I am proving that I belong at this level, and on Saturday, I will prove that again.” →

Martin Hillman: “It’s the best thing I have ever done in boxing.”

Martin Hillman: "It's the best thing I have ever done in boxing." By Garry White After struggling for opportunities closer to home, Orpington-based boxer Martin Hillman has just returned from a six-thousand-mile round trip to the sauna-type heat of Ghana. Fighting in Africa’s boxing capital Accra, against Baraka Mchongi, he successfully defended his Universal Boxing … Continue reading Martin Hillman: “It’s the best thing I have ever done in boxing.” →