Martin Hillman: “I might not always win, but I never turn down an opportunity.” By Garry WhiteThis weekend, Martin Hillman will wake up at home in Orpington and go to bed some 3,000 miles away in Accra. The Ghanian capital has long since established itself as the mecca for boxing in Africa, having given rise … Continue reading Martin Hillman: “I might not always win, but I never turn down an opportunity.”
Nicola Hopewell: ‘The ultimate goal is to fight for a world title.’ By Dan D'Alessio Nicola Hopewell experienced more ups and downs than a rollercoaster last week. A 4-1 professional boxer from Worksop, Hopewell, was on the cusp of challenging for the WBC, WBO, and Ring Magazine titles last Saturday night. In the blink of … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell: ‘The ultimate goal is to fight for a world title.’
Ginny Fuchs: “Life happens, it doesn’t always go the way you planned, so I’m just trying to figure it out, make the best of it, and hopefully, get to where I want to be.” By Matt Elliott Since the introduction of Women’s boxing into the Olympic Games in 2012, we have seen a meteoric rise … Continue reading Ginny Fuchs: “Life happens, it doesn’t always go the way you planned, so I’m just trying to figure it out, make the best of it, and hopefully, get to where I want to be.”
Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I don't mind who my next opponent is. I like challenges. I just want to fight, I am ready for anyone." To the masses, the name of Jasmina Zapotoczna wouldn't have been known only a few weeks ago. The Polish born flyweight prospect was unbeaten in six fights. But only the hardcore would … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I don’t mind who my next opponent is. I like challenges. I just want to fight, I am ready for anyone.”
Stevie Jane Coleman: “I want to be a world champion." We haven’t seen Stevie Jane Coleman inside a boxing ring since last April. A very brief appearance at the Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville. An opening-round stoppage victory over Sarah Click. An injury-related absence has kept her out of action since that first-round stoppage win over … Continue reading Stevie Jane Coleman: “I want to be a world champion.”
Seniesa Estrada: “I want to go undisputed, and I want the biggest fights this year. I want every fight to be a big fight.” It’s been a time of frustration, and no little worry for Seniesa Estrada. An injured hand stopped all her momentum. The WBA and the WBC minimumweight champion of the world was … Continue reading Seniesa Estrada: “I want to go undisputed, and I want the biggest fights this year. I want every fight to be a big fight.”
Hannah Robinson: “To see women’s boxing going from strength to strength just makes me want to be part of it and who knows where it’ll be in the next few years.” By Matt Elliott Following the establishment of GB Boxing back in 2008, the organisation has played a pivotal role in recognising and nurturing some … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “To see women’s boxing going from strength to strength just makes me want to be part of it and who knows where it’ll be in the next few years.”
Roha Hudson: “Don’t get me wrong, I am nervous, but I didn’t think I would be this excited for my professional debut.” It’s been a long time coming. The announcement of the commencement of her professional career came last April. But for Roha Hudson, that long wait ends next month in Coventry on a GBM … Continue reading Roha Hudson: “Don’t get me wrong, I am nervous, but I didn’t think I would be this excited for my professional debut.”
Mikaela Mayer: "Plan A is the rematch with Tasha. Plan B is the winner of Sandy Ryan and Terri Harper. But I am open to other offers. If there is a title available at 154, then I would go there."There was much trepidation before the connection was mutual over Zoom. Thoughts of what version of … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “Plan A is the rematch with Tasha. Plan B is the winner of Sandy Ryan and Terri Harper. But I am open to other offers. If there is a title available at 154, then I would go there.”
Nicola Hopewell: "I can make flyweight, so any championship fights I have need to be at flyweight."The road back begins in Bradford on Saturday night for Nicola Hopewell. The main event of her last fight in October is replaced by a comeback fight lower down the card, but in many ways, it will serve its … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell: “I can make flyweight, so any championship fights I have need to be at flyweight.”
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