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Emma-Sue Greentree: “I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level.”

Emma-Sue Greentree: "I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level." At just 26 and ever-improving, Emma-Sue Greentree has returned from the World Amateur Championships with a medal. At the recent World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, Greentree secured her second bronze medal on the world stage. The Australian came agonisingly close to … Continue reading Emma-Sue Greentree: “I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level.” →

Chloe Watson: “Shannon Ryan is a good opponent, and I think our styles will blend very well. I think people will enjoy what they see.”

Chloe Watson: "Shannon Ryan is a good opponent, and I think our styles will blend very well. I think people will enjoy what they see." It was a big platform for a big fight. Live on Sky Sports, defending her European flyweight title at the Royal Albert Hall on the second Boxxer all-female card. Sadly, … Continue reading Chloe Watson: “Shannon Ryan is a good opponent, and I think our styles will blend very well. I think people will enjoy what they see.” →

Lauren Parker: “I want another shot at something big.”

Lauren Parker: "I want another shot at something big." Lauren Parker hasn't boxed since April, and her unsuccessful attempt to become the British and Commonwealth super-flyweight champion. On the night, Emma Dolan deserved her victory. But It was, in many ways, lessons learned for the former European champion. "The fight with Emma Dolan was a … Continue reading Lauren Parker: “I want another shot at something big.” →

Linn Sandström: A New Beginning

Linn Sandström: A New Beginning Jasmine Artiga proved far too much for Linn Sandström on Saturday night in Florida. Artiga impressively overwhelmed Sandström inside three largely one-sided rounds to retain her WBA world super-flyweight title. Despite being the pre-fight betting favourite, it was perhaps a little easier than many suspected it would be for Artiga. … Continue reading Linn Sandström: A New Beginning →

Hanna Holden: “I want more than just titles, I want to ensure my success inspires.”

Hanna Holden: "I want more than just titles, I want to ensure my success inspires." Hanna Holden is only sixteen years old. But Holden has packed a lot into her young life. Born in the Philippines, before settling in the UK in 2016 after a spell in the United Arab Emirates. Holden found her way … Continue reading Hanna Holden: “I want more than just titles, I want to ensure my success inspires.” →

Chantelle Cameron: “We actually think Katie Taylor will retire or vacate the WBC title.”

Chantelle Cameron: "We actually think Katie Taylor will retire or vacate the WBC title." The long-running saga of the Katie Taylor-Chantelle Cameron rivalry will very soon have at least some kind of conclusion. The WBC has ordered Taylor to defend her WBC super-lightweight title against Cameron, who is the interim title holder and the mandatory … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron: “We actually think Katie Taylor will retire or vacate the WBC title.” →

Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance

Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance Linn Sandström had a beyond difficult start to her boxing career. Sandström was once an international table tennis star. But if Sandström thought that success would be immediately replicated in her new sport, she would be immensely disappointed. Sandström turned professional in 2020, but her first four fights only … Continue reading Linn Sandström: A Story of Perseverance →

Jasmine Artiga: “I find myself even hungrier and more determined to prove why I am the world champion, and it’s time to show the world I am not going anywhere.”

Jasmine Artiga: "I find myself even hungrier and more determined to prove why I am the world champion, and it’s time to show the world I am not going anywhere." It was the moment of truth for Jasmine Artiga in March. A long-awaited world title opportunity against Regina Chavez. After ten hard rounds at the … Continue reading Jasmine Artiga: “I find myself even hungrier and more determined to prove why I am the world champion, and it’s time to show the world I am not going anywhere.” →