Tag: Boxing

Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I truly believe the big fights will come, and everything happens for a reason. That’s what keeps me going.”

Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I truly believe the big fights will come, and everything happens for a reason. That's what keeps me going." Jasmina Zapotoczna was a more than interested spectator earlier this month in Barnsley. Callum Simpson, her friend and stablemate, survived two early knockdowns to stop Ivan Zucco at his beloved Oakwell Stadium to win … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I truly believe the big fights will come, and everything happens for a reason. That’s what keeps me going.” →

Shannon Rose: “Boxing gives me a lot of discipline, drive, and courage.”

Shannon Rose: "Boxing gives me a lot of discipline, drive, and courage." Many fighters find boxing after trying their hand elsewhere in the sporting landscape. Shannon Rose is another to add to that list. The Australian was just looking for something different. She found what she was looking for in boxing. "I started boxing about … Continue reading Shannon Rose: “Boxing gives me a lot of discipline, drive, and courage.” →

Seniesa Estrada: “I am excited to do all the things I have wanted to do outside of boxing.” 

Seniesa Estrada: "I am excited to do all the things I have wanted to do outside of boxing."    Seniesa Estrada was undefeated and undisputed when she surprisingly announced her retirement in 2024. Estrada was only 32 when she made that retirement call last October. There was apparently more to come, but in many ways, … Continue reading Seniesa Estrada: “I am excited to do all the things I have wanted to do outside of boxing.”  →

The Future Is Now: Tiah-Mai Ayton Shines On Her Professional Debut

The Future Is Now: Tiah-Mai Ayton Shines On Her Professional Debut Tiah-Mai Ayton couldn't have been more impressive on her professional debut. Tougher tests will undoubtedly follow, but the 18-year-old looks like a potential star of the future. The British female ranks badly need a shining light to propel women's boxing to a golden future; … Continue reading The Future Is Now: Tiah-Mai Ayton Shines On Her Professional Debut →

Seanadh Leigh: “I want to be in Los Angeles for the Olympic Games, and I want to win the gold medal.”

Seanadh Leigh: "I want to be in Los Angeles for the Olympic Games, and I want to win the gold medal." Her father, Christian, believes his daughter has similarities to the former WBC world featherweight champion Skye Nicolson. He describes his daughter as a classy southpaw. Incredibly high praise. But Seanadh Leigh wants to replicate … Continue reading Seanadh Leigh: “I want to be in Los Angeles for the Olympic Games, and I want to win the gold medal.” →

MVP SIGNS UNDEFEATED WBA LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION STEPHANIE HAN

MVP SIGNS UNDEFEATED WBA LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION STEPHANIE HAN El Paso’s boxing star, police officer, beauty pageant contestant, devoted mother, and advocate joins Most Valuable Promotions, aiming to inspire millions with her remarkable journey. Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) today announced the signing of undefeated WBA lightweight champion Stephanie Han (10-0, 3 KOs). A decorated police officer in El … Continue reading MVP SIGNS UNDEFEATED WBA LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION STEPHANIE HAN →

Stephen Smith: “I think the best days of Chantelle are still ahead of her.”

Stephen Smith: "I think the best days of Chantelle are still ahead of her." Stephen Smith is in the embryonic stages of his new life as a trainer. After a highly successful career of his own, Smith retired in 2021, he now wants to replicate his own success with his growing stable of fighters. Chantelle … Continue reading Stephen Smith: “I think the best days of Chantelle are still ahead of her.” →

Natasha Jonas Awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List

Natasha Jonas Awarded an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours List Natasha Jonas has gained another accolade to add to the many plaudits she has already received in her quite remarkable boxing career. The 40-year-old has been awarded a much-deserved MBE in the latest King's Birthday Honours list. As an amateur, Jonas represented her country … Continue reading Natasha Jonas Awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List →

Tina Gramatikova: “Boxing gives me a feeling I have never felt before.”

Tina Gramatikova: "Boxing gives me a feeling I have never felt before." The 28-year-old Tina Gramatikova has an incredibly busy schedule. She works. She studies. She fights. An aspiring lawyer. An aspiring fighter who, after only two years in the sport, is dreaming of Commonwealth and Olympic glory. "I work full time in a legal … Continue reading Tina Gramatikova: “Boxing gives me a feeling I have never felt before.” →