A Boxing Memory: Jim Watt A story of perseverance if ever there was one. When thoughts of retirement were prominent, Jim Watt gave the sport one last try. One phone call changed his career, and his life from despair, obscurity and frustration was a thing of the past. Watt was born in Glasgow in 1948, … Continue reading A Boxing Memory: Jim Watt
Hannah Baggaley: "I'm not ready to quit now and fall at the first hurdle. I have got so much more to give to the sport." The more you interview fighters, the more you follow and invest emotionally in their journey. You feel their pain and share in their nights of jubilation. You also see changes … Continue reading Hannah Baggaley: “I’m not ready to quit now and fall at the first hurdle. I have got so much more to give to the sport.”
Tyson vs Biggs: Bad Blood & RevengeBy Dean Berks It is amazing to think that 35 years have passed since ‘Iron” Mike Tyson made the first defence of the undisputed heavyweight title on 16 October 1987 against number one contender Tyrell Biggs. It capped, what would be in today’s pugilistic environment, an astonishing eleven months … Continue reading Tyson vs Biggs: Bad Blood & Revenge
Bec Connolly: There’s certainly no fortune here, but I get to do what I love." By Thomas Kelly-Hansford Bec Connolly returns to the ring on October 15th featuring on the Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall undercard at the O2 Arena in London, where she will face the unbeaten Sarah Leigmann. Connolly (3-15) is a true … Continue reading Bec Connolly: There’s certainly no fortune here, but I get to do what I love.”
Eubank Jr vs Benn: A Message in a Bottle The hope was that when the much-anticipated Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn fight was finally postponed it would be down to a belated acceptance that it was the right thing to do. But it looks far more likely that it was down to running out … Continue reading Eubank Jr vs Benn: A Message in a Bottle
CHRIS EUBANK JR VS. CONOR BENN FIGHT STATEMENTAfter discussions with various parties, we have taken the decision to formally postpone the bout between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. It is undeniable that the British Boxing Board of Control’s decision to withdraw their sanctioning was procedurally flawed and without due process. That remains a legal … Continue reading CHRIS EUBANK JR VS. CONOR BENN FIGHT STATEMENT
A Boxing Memory: Alan Minter There have been many great middleweights born on British soil, many have laid claim to the world middleweight title, even those that haven't, tend to be remembered and thought of a little more fondly than Alan Minter. Many moons ago an American boxing publication listed Minter right at the bottom … Continue reading A Boxing Memory: Alan Minter
November 12: Janibek Alimkhanuly & Seniesa Estrada Headline World Championship Doubleheader at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas LIVE on ESPN+ Janibek to defend WBO middleweight title against British standout Denzel Bentley in the main event Estrada will defend WBA minimumweight title against Argentina’s Jazmin Gala Villarino Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 7 at 12 … Continue reading November 12: Janibek Alimkhanuly & Seniesa Estrada Headline World Championship Doubleheader at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas LIVE on ESPN+
Mikaela Mayer: "I want to stop Alycia, embarrass her and make her look as stupid as she sounds. And I have every intention of doing that." The train journey to London on September 9th was always going to be a fruitless one. As the country mourned the death of the Queen the previous day, the … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “I want to stop Alycia, embarrass her and make her look as stupid as she sounds. And I have every intention of doing that.”
AMIR KHAN ADMITS: TRUSTING THE WRONG PEOPLE LED TO PAIN, HE CHEATED ON HIS WIFE, BEING FINANCIALLY SECURE DROVE HIM ON In an exclusive interview with iFL TV, the former world champion speaks openly and honestly about life in the spotlight Amir Khan has spoken about the difficulties he experienced while carving out a successful … Continue reading AMIR KHAN ADMITS: TRUSTING THE WRONG PEOPLE LED TO PAIN, HE CHEATED ON HIS WIFE, BEING FINANCIALLY SECURE DROVE HIM ON
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