Beyond The Ropes: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul 'The scrap between Tyson and Paul would be laughable if it did not carry a serious risk.' Donald McRae It's an overused phrase. But maybe this weekend it applies more than ever. The circus is truly back in town. A travelling charade that just needs a host … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul
Gemma Richardson: "2024 has been the worst year of my life. My dream got stolen. They stole my dream." A decorated amateur career ended in controversy and bitterness. An amateur resume that included being a European and World Champion at Youth level. There was also a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, plus five … Continue reading Gemma Richardson: “2024 has been the worst year of my life. My dream got stolen. They stole my dream.”
Stevie Morgan: "I lost to the greatest female fighter in the world, but I hate that people didn't get to see the real me." The Tampa native only turned professional in 2022, but Stevie Morgan has already managed sixteen fights in that brief period of time. It is an old-school schedule that differs from many … Continue reading Stevie Morgan: “I lost to the greatest female fighter in the world, but I hate that people didn’t get to see the real me.”
Jade Pearce: "I just want to get going and show people what I can do." "Everyone who I had spoken to before it was as if they were trying to sell themselves. But Carl was just straight to the point. There was no bullshit from Carl." The opening words of Jade Pearce as we discussed … Continue reading Jade Pearce: “I just want to get going and show people what I can do.”
Beyond The Ropes: Louise Orton Louise Orton could have walked away from boxing many times. Nobody would have blamed her. Orton turned professional in 2019 with big expectations. An elite amateur who had aspirations of being a world champion. But the pro debut was years in the making. Fight after fight fell through. Some literally, … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Louise Orton
Ringside Report: Chantelle Cameron Outpoints Patricia Berghult in Birmingham Chantelle Cameron dominated the former world champion Patricia Berghult over ten rounds in Birmingham on Saturday night to retain her WBC interim super-lightweight title. A victory that promises a whole lot more for 2025. Cameron was in control throughout and was given a thoroughly deserved unanimous … Continue reading Ringside Report: Chantelle Cameron Outpoints Patricia Berghult in Birmingham
A Boxing Memory: Steve Robinson Steve Robinson ended his career with six straight defeats. After turning professional in 1989 with little fanfare, Robinson lost nine times in his first four years as an aspiring underappreciated pro. Life on the road. Life in the away corner didn't treat him well. But that isn't the full story. … Continue reading A Boxing Memory: Steve Robinson
Beyond The Ropes: Campbell Hatton Campbell Hatton turned professional in 2020 after a limited amateur career and limited success in the unpaid ranks. A National Novice title and two regional titles were the highlights of his amateur run. Hatton was 19, when he announced he had signed with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing. Big exposure. … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Campbell Hatton
Hannah Robinson: "I want to be challenged in every fight and be ready for the big opportunity when it comes." The former two-time National Amateur Champion is now two fights into her professional career. A debut win in May against Johana Rochl was followed by her more recent victory over the Spanish import Laura Reoyo. … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “I want to be challenged in every fight and be ready for the big opportunity when it comes.”
Beyond The Ropes: Chantelle Cameron There have been times when Chantelle Cameron might have been better served keeping quiet. Words have been said. Some out of frustration. Many more in brutal honesty. Some of her words might have cost her certain big fights along the way. They certainly have cost her somewhat in the polls … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Chantelle Cameron
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