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.” →

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.” →

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.” →

Hannah Robinson: “I think mentally I needed a plan, and I needed to know where I was going.”

Hannah Robinson: "I think mentally I needed a plan, and I needed to know where I was going." Hannah Robinson had her second outing of the year at the Eston Leisure Centre in Middlesbrough on Saturday night. It was win number four for the former two-time National Amateur Champion. And by far her most significant. … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “I think mentally I needed a plan, and I needed to know where I was going.” →

Ringside Report: Callum Simpson Overcomes Two Knockdowns To Win The European Super-Middleweight Title

Ringside Report: Callum Simpson Overcomes Two Knockdowns To Win The European Super-Middleweight Title Callum Simpson sent his incredibly vocal supporters home happy on Saturday night at his beloved Oakwell. But Simpson had to overcome two knockdowns himself before being crowned the European super-middleweight champion in a wildly exciting fight. Ivan Zucco, the previously unbeaten southpaw, … Continue reading Ringside Report: Callum Simpson Overcomes Two Knockdowns To Win The European Super-Middleweight Title →

Jade Jones: “Boxing just excites me. It’s a new challenge.”

Jade Jones: "Boxing just excites me. It's a new challenge." Jade Jones isn't quite embarking on a mission impossible. She can draw inspiration and hope from the likes of Lauren Price and Chantelle Cameron, who have switched combat sports to reach the very pinnacle of the Noble Art. But Jones is making the switch later … Continue reading Jade Jones: “Boxing just excites me. It’s a new challenge.” →

Avril Mathie: “I don’t think there is another boxer who had more fun with their journey than I did. I am at peace with it all.”

Avril Mathie: "I don't think there is another boxer who had more fun with their journey than I did. I am at peace with it all." In many ways, it was a decision that was a long time coming. A reluctance to call time on a boxing career that had given her … Continue reading Avril Mathie: “I don’t think there is another boxer who had more fun with their journey than I did. I am at peace with it all.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Alana Moussa

Beyond The Ropes: Alana Moussa For Alana Moussa, boxing was a hobby before it became her job. There was no desire to fight until she watched Holly Holm end the UFC bantamweight title reign of Ronda Rousey. And then, everything changed for Moussa. The 26-year-old was born in Melbourne, Australia. "I had a great upbringing,” … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Alana Moussa →