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.” →

Eddie Lam: “Don’t be fooled by how she looks. Believe me when I say Skye Nicolson is never happier than when she’s punching someone in the face.”

Eddie Lam: "Don't be fooled by how she looks. Believe me when I say Skye Nicolson is never happier than when she's punching someone in the face." "Yes, Skye's more than ready. She was a world-class amateur with over 150 fights. She's had a good couple of years transitioning over to the pro game. She's … Continue reading Eddie Lam: “Don’t be fooled by how she looks. Believe me when I say Skye Nicolson is never happier than when she’s punching someone in the face.” →

Linn Sandström: “We are bringing the world champion to Australia, and I think I will shock the world.”

Linn Sandström: "We are bringing the world champion to Australia, and I think I will shock the world." "It's the big one. We said we would get it, and we finally have." The words of a happy fighter whose dream has just become a reality. In many ways, it has been a long time coming … Continue reading Linn Sandström: “We are bringing the world champion to Australia, and I think I will shock the world.” →

Katie Riddle: “I do the sport because I just love it.”

Katie Riddle: "I do the sport because I just love it." "I do the sport because I just love it and not for any other reason at this point." The words of the Australian flyweight hopeful Katie Riddle. Fighters fight for many reasons. Many are attracted to the bright lights and the lure of fame and … Continue reading Katie Riddle: “I do the sport because I just love it.” →

Callum Beardow: “Boxing changed my life, and I owe my life to the sport, and that’s why I will be going back to the gym and doing some coaching.”

Callum Beardow: “Boxing changed my life, and I owe my life to the sport, and that’s why I will be going back to the gym and doing some coaching.” By Matthew Elliott Boxers get involved in the sport for a variety of reasons. It is a question I often pose to fighters, and the answers … Continue reading Callum Beardow: “Boxing changed my life, and I owe my life to the sport, and that’s why I will be going back to the gym and doing some coaching.” →