Larry Holmes: The Fight For Acceptance

Larry Holmes: The Fight For Acceptance Timing is everything in life, probably even more so in sport. Larry Holmes had the unenviable task, an impossible one in many ways, of having to follow the greatest world heavyweight champion in history. As Muhammad Ali faded as a fighter, and tragically, his deteriorating health took away much … Continue reading Larry Holmes: The Fight For Acceptance →

When Europe Met Sonny Liston

When Europe Met Sonny Liston By Paul Gallender When Sonny Liston knocked out Floyd Patterson in their mandatory rematch on July 22, 1963, he looked forward to fighting Cassius Clay in late-September in front of 100,000 people in his hometown of Philadelphia. It figured to be the biggest grossing fight of all-time but his Louisville … Continue reading When Europe Met Sonny Liston →

Joe Louis: Why He Should Always Be Remembered

Joe Louis: Why He Should Always Be Remembered By Jules Philippe-Auguste May 13th is a date that every American citizen should know. It is the birthday of one of the most important figures in history. The person I am referring to is the former heavyweight champion, Joe Louis Barrow. If you are confused to why … Continue reading Joe Louis: Why He Should Always Be Remembered →

The Rocky Films: From The Best To The Worst

The Rocky Films: From The Best To The Worst By Henry Walter The Rocky series grossed over one billion dollars and is now regarded as one of the most successful film franchises in history. While compiling any list of personal preference is highly subjective, here is my ranking of every film in the series. Rocky First released in … Continue reading The Rocky Films: From The Best To The Worst →

MATCHROOM ANNOUNCE ACTION-PACKED START TO UK 2021 SCHEDULE

MATCHROOM ANNOUNCE ACTION-PACKED START TO UK 2021 SCHEDULE Warrington, Kelly, Whyte, Okolie and Benn feature Eddie Hearn and Matchroom are delighted to announce details of their upcoming UK schedule following the British Boxing Board of Control’s confirmation earlier this week that Boxing tournaments under its jurisdiction will resume in the middle of February. All of … Continue reading MATCHROOM ANNOUNCE ACTION-PACKED START TO UK 2021 SCHEDULE →

Steven Ward vs. Hafthor Bjornsson Preview

Steven Ward vs. Hafthor Bjornsson Preview This weekend will see the highly-anticipated exhibition bout between ex-WBO European light-heavyweight champion Steven Ward and former World's Strongest Man Hafthor Bjornsson - and here's everything you need to know ahead of the showdown. The two men meet over 3 x 3 minute rounds at the sold out Conrad … Continue reading Steven Ward vs. Hafthor Bjornsson Preview →

BLOCKBUSTER LIGHTWEIGHT REMATCH BETWEEN (#2) DUSTIN POIRIER AND (#4) CONOR MCGREGOR HEADLINES UFC® 257 ON UFC FIGHT ISLAND

BLOCKBUSTER LIGHTWEIGHT REMATCH BETWEEN (#2) DUSTIN POIRIER AND (#4) CONOR MCGREGOR HEADLINES UFC® 257 ON UFC FIGHT ISLAND The first UFC® Pay-Per-View of 2021 will feature a thrilling lightweight contenders’ bout that will see No. 2 ranked Dustin Poirier look to even the score with No. 4 Conor McGregor. In the co-main event, No. 6 … Continue reading BLOCKBUSTER LIGHTWEIGHT REMATCH BETWEEN (#2) DUSTIN POIRIER AND (#4) CONOR MCGREGOR HEADLINES UFC® 257 ON UFC FIGHT ISLAND →

Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Jayson Velez Tabbed as Miguel Berchelt-Oscar Valdez Co-Feature LIVE on ESPN

February 20: Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Jayson Velez Tabbed as Miguel Berchelt-Oscar Valdez Co-Feature LIVE on ESPN Undefeated super featherweight standout Gabriel Flores Jr. will fight former world title challenger Jayson Velez in a 10-round tilt Saturday, Feb. 20, as the co-feature to the highly anticipated all-Mexican showdown between WBC super featherweight world champion Miguel … Continue reading Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Jayson Velez Tabbed as Miguel Berchelt-Oscar Valdez Co-Feature LIVE on ESPN →