Chloe Watson: "I want to be a world champion but my goals go way past that." Sometimes you get a feeling. Sometimes you just know. There are times when you interview a fighter, even for the very first time and even before their first professional fight, you sense you are speaking to a fighter who … Continue reading Chloe Watson: “I want to be a world champion but my goals go way past that.”
The David Avanesyan Project By Ian Aldous “Don’t let him breathe”, a voice bellowed from the corner in the fourth round, as the tide of the fight was drastically turning. That voice was Carl Greaves, trainer of Europe's reigning welterweight champion, David Avanesyan (27-3-1). Listening intently to the instructions and relentlessly pursuing former Olympian, Josh … Continue reading The David Avanesyan Project
Tim Wilde: "I knew there was light at the end of the tunnel and that the show would be back on the road eventually.” By Dan McConnell Tonight Bellator returns to UK soil for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic. On a huge card it features the rematch of former Bellator welterweight … Continue reading Tim Wilde: “I knew there was light at the end of the tunnel and that the show would be back on the road eventually.”
Kali Reis: "Boxing is Beautiful Chaos." By Chris Akers Most children express themselves in one form or another. The forms Kali Reis would use to express herself were through sport and art. “I grew up as a sporty kid and the youngest of five kids,” says Reis during our Zoom conversation. “We’re really into … Continue reading Kali Reis: “Boxing is Beautiful Chaos.”
Rhiannon Dixon: "I don't think I will ever be 100% happy with a performance because I am always looking to better myself." The highly-touted Warrington prospect Rhiannon Dixon finally made her long-awaited return to action in Bolton two weeks against the tough and experienced Polish fighter Karina Kopinska. It was a fight that served many … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: “I don’t think I will ever be 100% happy with a performance because I am always looking to better myself.”
Megan Redstall: "Once I got the first round out of the way I started to warm up and by the fourth round I had found my timing and range." After a long wait, the professional career of Megan Redstall finally got under way on Saturday night at a sold-out show in Swindon. Denied her moment … Continue reading Megan Redstall: “Once I got the first round out of the way I started to warm up and by the fourth round I had found my timing and range.”
Calum French: "I 100% believe that I will impress and be one of the top names at Matchroom." By Lewie Laing "I believe in my ability and boxing skill, I 100% believe that I will impress and be one of the top names at Matchroom," says new signing Calum French, who has big plans in … Continue reading Calum French: “I 100% believe that I will impress and be one of the top names at Matchroom.”
Nicola Hopewell: "At the end of my career, I don't want no regrets. If I get an opportunity to fight on a big card, then I want to take it." Like many, the career of Worksop's Nicola Hopewell stalled in the pandemic. But thankfully, fights are now coming thick and fast, and Hopewell has been … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell: “At the end of my career, I don’t want no regrets. If I get an opportunity to fight on a big card, then I want to take it.”
Ade Oladipo: “Fighters are now asking for crazy money, as they’re more aware of how much money is in the pot.” By Chris Akers Having started producing YouTube videos of boxing opinion, thereby making a name for himself, which in turn led to presenting stints on Sky Sports and TalkSport and now on DAZN, Ade … Continue reading Ade Oladipo: “Fighters are now asking for crazy money, as they’re more aware of how much money is in the pot.”
Rhiannon Dixon: "I feel like I'm having my debut all over again. Honestly, I am so excited, I can't wait." I have interviewed Rhiannon Dixon on multiple occasions over the past year or so. But in a sign of the times, Dixon has been missing in action. Trust me, the punching pharmacist is desperate to … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: “I feel like I’m having my debut all over again. Honestly I am so excited, I can’t wait.”
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