Gemma Richardson: "I am excited to do my first ten-rounder." In August, Gemma Richardson made her second appearance on an MVP show, and extended her unbeaten start to her professional career. Richardson won every one of the six rounds against the vastly more experienced Kirstie Bavington. A 60-54 points decision allowed the former amateur star … Continue reading Gemma Richardson: “I am excited to do my first ten-rounder.”
Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I am ready for the fight of my life.""I am good. I am very good, actually. Finally." They were the opening words of Jasmina Zapotoczna as we connected over Zoom. That seemingly permanent smile beaming even brighter. Finally, being the key word. After what must have seemed like an eternity for any fight … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I am ready for the fight of my life.”
Christina Desmond: History & More Christina Desmond and Louise Creaven created a little slice of history in Cork on Friday night. The first-ever all-Irish title fight on the female side of the sport. It was Desmond who left the ring as the BUI Irish super-lightweight champion courtesy of unanimous scorecards of 99-92, 99-91, and 99-91. … Continue reading Christina Desmond: History & More
Mary Koller: "I would love to be a world champion." "It was a lot of fun," Mary Koller says of her professional debut. Earlier this month in Oklahoma, Koller stopped Sharina Allsbrook in just sixty seconds. A maiden ring walk in the pro ranks that couldn't have gone any better for the 31-year-old American. Koller … Continue reading Mary Koller: “I would love to be a world champion.”
Monique Bovino: Behind The Microphone Our initials are the same. Our alarm clocks both go off at the same unearthly and unhealthy hour. An early morning start for the day job, before we both begin the media obligations in the world of combat sports. We are, in truth, 10,000 miles away, residing on different corners … Continue reading Monique Bovino: Behind The Microphone
Shona Whitwell: A New Beginning In many ways, it's a new beginning for Shona Whitwell. The former elite amateur star is moving along quite nicely in the professional ranks. Four fights. Four wins. Those wins have brought three consecutive stoppage victories. Whitwell could easily be a future world champion. In truth, that could just be … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: A New Beginning
Isis Sio: "What happened is part of my story, but it’s not going to become my whole story." Life is very different now for Isis Sio. At just 19, Sio has a completely different perspective on life. Sio was placed in a medically induced coma following a first-round stoppage defeat to the unbeaten Jocelyn Camarillo … Continue reading Isis Sio: “What happened is part of my story, but it’s not going to become my whole story.”
Sian O'Toole: "I’ve spent my whole life fighting for this dream, and I’m going to keep fighting for it." Sian O'Toole last fought in July 2025. A successful defence of her Midlands Area featherweight title against Doina Costin in Wolverhampton. It should have been the catalyst for more. A fighter who had aspirations of fighting … Continue reading Sian O’Toole: “I’ve spent my whole life fighting for this dream, and I’m going to keep fighting for it.”
Jessica Barry: "I said from the start I wanted to prove my level and make a statement, and I did exactly that." It was her moment in the sun. The bright lights of a Most Valuable Promotions and Sky Sports production. Jake Paul was ringside. It was also a step up in class for Jessica … Continue reading Jessica Barry: “I said from the start I wanted to prove my level and make a statement, and I did exactly that.”
Zinnat Ferdous: "Boxing makes me a more driven and disciplined person." I'm a little too old to understand how algorithms work. Actually, that's a lie; I am way too old. But occasionally they do throw up some rare gems. The story of Zinnat Ferdous is one such gem. Last month, those pesky algorithms led me … Continue reading Zinnat Ferdous: “Boxing makes me a more driven and disciplined person.”
