Tag: Boxing

Ellie Scotney Wins The European Super-Bantamweight Title

Ellie Scotney Wins The European Super-Bantamweight Title The only surprise when Ellie Scotney had her hand raised, was the closeness of the judge's scorecards. Scores of 97-93, 97-94 and 96-94 more than flattered the now ex-champion Mary Romero. Make no mistake, Scotney won far more comfortably than the scores would suggest. The seriously impressive Scotney wouldn't … Continue reading Ellie Scotney Wins The European Super-Bantamweight Title →

Nicola Hopewell: “I would like to box Gemma Ruegg, either in my next fight or the one after that, because I feel like that would be a good test.”

Nicola Hopewell: "I would like to box Gemma Ruegg, either in my next fight or the one after that, because I feel like that would be a good test." "I think watching it back I think I did better than what I thought I did last night." Words from Nicola Hopewell that in many ways … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell: “I would like to box Gemma Ruegg, either in my next fight or the one after that, because I feel like that would be a good test.” →

Sarah Liegmann: “Claressa is someone I really look up to. She is not only a great athlete, but she is also a great person.”

Sarah Liegmann: “Claressa is someone I really look up to. She is not only a great athlete, but she is also a great person.” October 15th was a truly special night for women’s boxing. The established stars at the top of the card, a night that ended with that titanic struggle between Claressa Shields and … Continue reading Sarah Liegmann: “Claressa is someone I really look up to. She is not only a great athlete, but she is also a great person.” →

Claressa Shields: “I am not going to retire until I’m 35, I have got eight more years in this game and I just want to enjoy it and fight the best.”

Claressa Shields: "I am not going to retire until I'm 35, I have got eight more years in this game and I just want to enjoy it and fight the best." Just over a week after her sensational performance on a night of many celebrations at the O2 Arena in London, which didn't only steal … Continue reading Claressa Shields: “I am not going to retire until I’m 35, I have got eight more years in this game and I just want to enjoy it and fight the best.” →

Nicola Hopewell & The Case For a British Super-Flyweight Title

Nicola Hopewell & The Case For a British Super-Flyweight Title Her entry into the world of professional boxing may have been somewhat belated, but the delay into the boxing world proper seems to have been beneficial in many ways. The women's side of the sport is booming, the depth is improving, and Nicola Hopewell could … Continue reading Nicola Hopewell & The Case For a British Super-Flyweight Title →

Could Mayer vs Harper Finally Happen?

Could Mayer vs Harper Finally Happen? Terri Harper and Mikaela Mayer share many things in common. They are both former unified world super-featherweight champions. Both lost their titles to Alycia Baumgardner. They also have personal history. At one time a fight between the two was the biggest in their division. It seemed a fight lost … Continue reading Could Mayer vs Harper Finally Happen? →

Emma Dolan: “Hopefully, in 2023 I will be up there pushing for multiple titles and moving towards a world title.”

Emma Dolan: "Hopefully, in 2023 I will be up there pushing for multiple titles and moving towards a world title." By Matthew Elliott When you speak with Emma Dolan it is clear that she has the belief to be a future world champion. After a successful amateur career, Emma turned professional in 2021. Her debut, … Continue reading Emma Dolan: “Hopefully, in 2023 I will be up there pushing for multiple titles and moving towards a world title.” →

Linn Sandstrom: “A lot of people wanted me to fail in the beginning. But fast forward a couple of years and now look where I am. I am making money, doing what I love and travelling the world and winning belts.”

Linn Sandstrom: "A lot of people wanted me to fail in the beginning. But fast forward a couple of years and now look where I am. I am making money, doing what I love and travelling the world and winning belts." Born in Brazil, raised in Sweden, where she was an international table tennis player, … Continue reading Linn Sandstrom: “A lot of people wanted me to fail in the beginning. But fast forward a couple of years and now look where I am. I am making money, doing what I love and travelling the world and winning belts.” →