Sarah Liegmann: “I know what I am capable of, and the long-term goal is to have a world title.”

Sarah Liegmann: "I know what I am capable of, and the long-term goal is to have a world title." Sarah Liegmann hasn't fought since April. A unanimous ten-round points victory over Liliana Martinez, in her native Germany, earned Liegmann the WBF featherweight title. But a lingering hand injury and a recent illness have prevented the … Continue reading Sarah Liegmann: “I know what I am capable of, and the long-term goal is to have a world title.” →

Charlotte Johnson: “I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly.”

Charlotte Johnson: "I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly." I last spoke to Charlotte Johnson in the summer. Developing nicely as an amateur, the Australian light-flyweight had no immediate plans to turn professional. But plans change. Earlier this month, Johnson made her professional debut, stopping Khwunchit … Continue reading Charlotte Johnson: “I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly.” →

Ebonie Cotton: “My intention is not to mess around. I want those belts.”

Ebonie Cotton: "My intention is not to mess around. I want those belts." It was just a week removed after her last fight when I caught up with Ebonie Cotton. After just one professional fight, Cotton was given the opportunity to fight under the Matchroom bright lights live on DAZN. It was a moment … Continue reading Ebonie Cotton: “My intention is not to mess around. I want those belts.” →

Megan Redstall: “I think Fran Hennessy and I would make for such an exciting British title clash.”

Megan Redstall: "I think Fran Hennessy and I would make for such an exciting British title clash." Megan Redstall should have the opportunity to challenge for the vacant Commonwealth bantamweight title at the end of November. But when her opponent, Laura Pain, pulled out of the fight in fight week, Redstall had to settle for … Continue reading Megan Redstall: “I think Fran Hennessy and I would make for such an exciting British title clash.” →

Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I would love to challenge myself against Gabriela Fundora.”

Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I would love to challenge myself against Gabriela Fundora." Jasmina Zapotoczna got win number ten last month. A little trip to France to defend her European flyweight title against Justine Lallemand was full of chaos and more. An away trip of high drama in the immediate aftermath when the opposing corner tried to … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I would love to challenge myself against Gabriela Fundora.” →

Fran Hennessy: “I wouldn’t be in this sport if I didn’t think I could go undisputed at a few different weights.”

Fran Hennessy: "I wouldn't be in this sport if I didn't think I could go undisputed at a few different weights." We haven't seen Fran Hennessy inside a boxing ring since March. It was a special night for her. Big-time boxing returned to the Royal Albert Hall. An all-female card live on Sky Sports, … Continue reading Fran Hennessy: “I wouldn’t be in this sport if I didn’t think I could go undisputed at a few different weights.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Rubi Smallwood

Beyond The Ropes: Rubi Smallwood Just a few short months ago, Rubi Smallwood was flying in her sport of choice. A thriving boxing career that had already accumulated three national titles. But in September, the 18-year-old suddenly had a bigger fight on her hands. Smallwood was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, which left her temporarily paralysed. … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Rubi Smallwood →

Frazer Clarke: “The best part of my career is coming up. I wouldn’t say no to any fight.”

Frazer Clarke: "The best part of my career is coming up. I wouldn't say no to any fight." Fight Week has been a long time coming for Frazer Clarke. We last saw Clarke inside a boxing ring in April when he blitzed Ebenezer Tetteh inside a round in Birmingham. Clarke should have returned … Continue reading Frazer Clarke: “The best part of my career is coming up. I wouldn’t say no to any fight.” →

Valerian Spicer: “With boxing, I found a purpose, and a sense of achievement. it was something I really needed. it pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way.”

Valerian Spicer: "With boxing, I found a purpose and a sense of achievement. It was something I really needed. It pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way." It's the time of year where everyone in the public eye has seemingly got a book out. The endless plugs and promotional … Continue reading Valerian Spicer: “With boxing, I found a purpose, and a sense of achievement. it was something I really needed. it pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way.” →

Amber Farraway: “I want to go as far as I can.”

Amber Farraway: "I want to go as far as I can." Amber Farraway is another potential star off that seemingly never-ending Australian production line of elite female boxing talent. The 24-year-old has big ambitions. A desire to compete in next year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 a longer-term … Continue reading Amber Farraway: “I want to go as far as I can.” →