SUNNY EDWARDS INSISTS MARTINEZ SHOULD HAVE WBC BELT TAKEN OFF HIM Sunny Edwards insists Julio Cesar Martinez deserved to be stripped of his WBC title the second he walked away from their unification fight. Edwards and Martinez were deep into negotiations to stage a blockbuster fight in Mexico last month, for the IBF and WBC … Continue reading SUNNY EDWARDS INSISTS MARTINEZ SHOULD HAVE WBC BELT TAKEN OFF HIM
A Boxing Memory: Lewis vs Tyson
A Boxing Memory: Lewis vs. Tyson Boxing history is littered with fights that didn’t happen, or when they did, they happened too late to matter. A pale imitation of what they could have been. Add Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson to the seemingly never-ending list of stories of when boxing failed itself. Early sparring sessions … Continue reading A Boxing Memory: Lewis vs Tyson
Natasha Jonas: “The pressure of having to prove to other people that I am world-level is now off. I can just start enjoying my boxing again. It’s now, just for me.”
Natasha Jonas: "The pressure of having to prove to other people that I am world-level is now off. I can just start enjoying my boxing again. It's now, just for me." It seems almost surreal how the women's side of boxing has grown over the last few years. It's been a long hard road for … Continue reading Natasha Jonas: “The pressure of having to prove to other people that I am world-level is now off. I can just start enjoying my boxing again. It’s now, just for me.”
Chantelle Cameron Becomes Undisputed
Chantelle Cameron Becomes Undisputed Chantelle Cameron realised her dream tonight in Abu Dhabi as she unanimously outpointed Jessica McCaskill over 10 rounds to be crowned the undisputed super-lightweight champion of the world. It didn't quite reach the heights expected, the styles didn't gel, and any talk of a rematch, at any weight, will likely fall … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron Becomes Undisputed
Boxing: The Weekend Preview
Boxing: The Weekend Preview By Rachel Aylett This weekend's action sees Matchroom try to win back some recently lost ground and public support by putting on what could potentially be one of the best shows of the year. Hosting in the UAE, their latest card features three world championship fights, all of which are filled with … Continue reading Boxing: The Weekend Preview
Cameron vs McCaskill Press Conference Quotes
Cameron vs McCaskill Press Conference Quotes Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman: "Good afternoon everyone. It's an absolute pleasure and an honour to be here in Abu Dhabi at the incredible Pixoul Gaming facility. It's the first time any major event has been held here and it's an incredible turnout ahead of what is a historic … Continue reading Cameron vs McCaskill Press Conference Quotes
DENNIS MCCANN PREDICTS POWER SURGE
DENNIS MCCANN PREDICTS POWER SURGE Dennis McCann promises his forthcoming opponent, Joe Ham, is going to 'feel the power' when they go into battle with the Commonwealth super bantamweight title at stake on November 26 at the 02 Arena, live on BT Sport. McCann (13-0, 7 KOs) is going for a hattrick of title belts … Continue reading DENNIS MCCANN PREDICTS POWER SURGE
A Boxing Memory: Don Curry
A Boxing Memory: Don Curry Don Curry stayed at welterweight for too long. In truth, he stayed in boxing too long, way past the point of no return, and he is paying a very huge price for refusing to let go of shattered dreams. Living his days since the gloves were belatedly hung up with … Continue reading A Boxing Memory: Don Curry
Chantelle Cameron: “I win by being me. I think I am better in every department.”
Chantelle Cameron: "I win by being me. I think I am better in every department." The last time I spoke to Chantelle Cameron, she shared many frustrations. Cameron was a week or so away from a defence of her unified world super-lightweight titles against Victoria Bustos back in May. An undisputed fight with Kali Reis … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron: “I win by being me. I think I am better in every department.”
Linn Sandstrom: “I am super happy with the win. We have travelled literally across the world to win this belt.”
Linn Sandstrom: "I am super happy with the win. We have travelled literally across the world to win this belt." The morning after, the win and the vacant WBA intercontinental title were safely secured. The marks of battle are plainly visible. An early clash of heads had left their scars. A heavily swollen right eye, … Continue reading Linn Sandstrom: “I am super happy with the win. We have travelled literally across the world to win this belt.”







