Josh Padley: Beyond The Ropes There was a time when a European title fight would be celebrated. But in this modern era of endless and often tiresome social media comments, it's often viewed as not enough to carry a show. Maybe they have a point. Maybe we have just been spoiled. We have a little … Continue reading Josh Padley: Beyond The Ropes
Sarah Murphy: "I would love nothing more than to be on the Katie Taylor card." I first interviewed Sarah Murphy last August, just prior to her professional debut. Murphy had her maiden ring walk in the paid ranks a few months later, and got her pro career off to a promising start with an emphatic … Continue reading Sarah Murphy: “I would love nothing more than to be on the Katie Taylor card.”
Katie Taylor: Croke Park. Finally. It has a tagline of 'It's Time'; in truth, it should read, 'About Time.' Croke Park is finally hers. Somewhat belatedly, Katie Taylor has finally got her wish. The perfect setting for the final dance. One last showcase for a fighter who is probably the most important fighter on her … Continue reading Katie Taylor: Croke Park. Finally.
Was Holly Holm Really Robbed Against Stephanie Han? We live in an age where every close fight is deemed an extreme miscarriage of justice. Fights that have rounds that have an abundance of swing rounds, which can swing the scorecards in many different directions. We saw that again on Saturday night in El Paso, Texas. … Continue reading Was Holly Holm Really Robbed Against Stephanie Han?
Top Tier Opportunity: Kacie Doocey Fights Shauna Browne For The WBO European Lightweight Title Johnny Clark has continued his investment in women’s boxing and added another intriguing fight on his July 12th show at the Brentwood Centre in Brentwood. Kacie Doocey has an unexpected opportunity incredibly early in her career when she fights the highly-ranked … Continue reading Top Tier Opportunity: Kacie Doocey Fights Shauna Browne For The WBO European Lightweight Title
Ringside Report: Fran Hennessy Stops Aurora de Persio in Six Rounds It took Fran Hennessy a couple of rounds to assert her dominance on Saturday night at the Wembley Arena in London over her Italian opponent. But Hennessy can be extremely pleased with her 6th-round stoppage of Aurora De Persio. It looked like becoming another … Continue reading Ringside Report: Fran Hennessy Stops Aurora de Persio in Six Rounds
Fran Hennessy: Beyond The Ropes Fran Hennessy has big dreams. Very big dreams. The 21-year-old wants to eclipse Gabriela Fundora as the youngest ever undisputed world champion in the four-belt era. Hennessy has around a year to make that a reality. The unbeaten bantamweight takes the next step in her career on Saturday night, live … Continue reading Fran Hennessy: Beyond The Ropes
Jasmina Zapotoczna: Beyond The Ropes Jasmina Zapotoczna went over to France in November to defend her European flyweight title against Justine Lallemand. Zapotoczna successfully defended her belt. A hard-earned victory over ten good rounds saw the 32-year-old again demonstrate the quality she undoubtedly has. But Zapotoczna is still waiting for the phone to ring. Over … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: Beyond The Ropes
Amelia Moore: "I am an athlete, and I know what my potential is. Belts are good, but I also want to fight really good people." It was another victory for Amelia Moore. The unbeaten former elite amateur advanced her resume to 4-0 with a comprehensive points victory over Bonnie Hunter in March at North Shore … Continue reading Amelia Moore: “I am an athlete, and I know what my potential is. Belts are good, but I also want to fight really good people.”
Meg Redstall: Beyond The Ropes In many ways, Megan Redstall has been unlucky in recent times. Fights against Laura Pain, Emma Dolan, and Maiseyrose have been signed but not delivered. Fights that fell by the wayside at the eleventh hour. The 24-year-old has needed resilience and plenty of patience. Redstall was due to face Courtney … Continue reading Meg Redstall: Beyond The Ropes
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