Ben Shalom: "I think Sky are committed to the sport more than ever." The framed artwork on the wall behind him is a little reminder of just how far Ben Shalom has come. A piece of art of his first big night in the sport. It was the long-awaited fight between Amir Khan and Kell … Continue reading Ben Shalom: “I think Sky are committed to the sport more than ever.”
Skye Nicolson Heads To Las Vegas For Maiden World Title Opportunity The only question was where and when Skye Nicolson would get her maiden world title opportunity. The former Olympian will head to Las Vegas in April to fight the once-beaten Danish fighter Sarah Mahfoud for the vacant WBC world featherweight title. Nicolson is no … Continue reading Skye Nicolson Heads To Las Vegas For Maiden World Title Opportunity
Martin Hillman: “I might not always win, but I never turn down an opportunity.” By Garry WhiteThis weekend, Martin Hillman will wake up at home in Orpington and go to bed some 3,000 miles away in Accra. The Ghanian capital has long since established itself as the mecca for boxing in Africa, having given rise … Continue reading Martin Hillman: “I might not always win, but I never turn down an opportunity.”
Nicola Hopewell: ‘The ultimate goal is to fight for a world title.’ By Dan D'Alessio Nicola Hopewell experienced more ups and downs than a rollercoaster last week. A 4-1 professional boxer from Worksop, Hopewell, was on the cusp of challenging for the WBC, WBO, and Ring Magazine titles last Saturday night. In the blink of … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell: ‘The ultimate goal is to fight for a world title.’
Louise Orton vs. Amy Greatorex: A Fight of Mutual Convenience It was a return to the familiar and the usual frustration last week for Louise Orton. Another fight week went without reward for perhaps Britain's unluckiest fighter. Orton was due to have her third professional fight at the York Hall on Saturday night, but when … Continue reading Louise Orton vs. Amy Greatorex: A Fight of Mutual Convenience
Ginny Fuchs: “Life happens, it doesn’t always go the way you planned, so I’m just trying to figure it out, make the best of it, and hopefully, get to where I want to be.” By Matt Elliott Since the introduction of Women’s boxing into the Olympic Games in 2012, we have seen a meteoric rise … Continue reading Ginny Fuchs: “Life happens, it doesn’t always go the way you planned, so I’m just trying to figure it out, make the best of it, and hopefully, get to where I want to be.”
Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I don't mind who my next opponent is. I like challenges. I just want to fight, I am ready for anyone." To the masses, the name of Jasmina Zapotoczna wouldn't have been known only a few weeks ago. The Polish born flyweight prospect was unbeaten in six fights. But only the hardcore would … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I don’t mind who my next opponent is. I like challenges. I just want to fight, I am ready for anyone.”
Chantelle Cameron & Jamie Moore Go Their Separate Ways The news broke earlier today that Chantelle Cameron and Jamie Moore have gone their separate ways. FightPost is of the understanding that the final decision was made two weeks ago, and the split would have happened even if Cameron had won her rematch with Katie Taylor … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron: “Jamie Moore and Nigel Travis will always have a special place in my heart. We have made some truly incredible memories together.”
Stevie Jane Coleman: “I want to be a world champion." We haven’t seen Stevie Jane Coleman inside a boxing ring since last April. A very brief appearance at the Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville. An opening-round stoppage victory over Sarah Click. An injury-related absence has kept her out of action since that first-round stoppage win over … Continue reading Stevie Jane Coleman: “I want to be a world champion.”
Seniesa Estrada: “I want to go undisputed, and I want the biggest fights this year. I want every fight to be a big fight.” It’s been a time of frustration, and no little worry for Seniesa Estrada. An injured hand stopped all her momentum. The WBA and the WBC minimumweight champion of the world was … Continue reading Seniesa Estrada: “I want to go undisputed, and I want the biggest fights this year. I want every fight to be a big fight.”
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