Mary Spencer: “I think there is a very good chance I can stop Mikaela Mayer.”

Mary Spencer: "I think there is a very good chance I can stop Mikaela Mayer." "I am extremely excited," the opening words of Mary Spencer." The reigning WBA super-welterweight champion has landed the biggest fight of her career on October 30th in Montreal against the current WBO world welterweight champion Mikaela Mayer. "Sometimes, it's hard … Continue reading Mary Spencer: “I think there is a very good chance I can stop Mikaela Mayer.” →

Mary Spencer: “I want to fight Claressa Shields.”

Mary Spencer: "I want to fight Claressa Shields." Mary Spencer is a former Olympian and a three-time world amateur champion. Fighting, in some way, shape, or form, has been a constant for the Canadian. But her manner hides it well. Thoughtful and precise with her words. A calming demeanour that hides plenty. "I always like … Continue reading Mary Spencer: “I want to fight Claressa Shields.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Meg Kilroe

Beyond The Ropes: Meg Kilroe I always remember when I first contacted Meg Kilroe about the possibility of doing an interview with her. "Yeah, I’d be interested! I’m not sure if it’s much to write about, though." That was her reply. In many ways, Kilroe did herself a disservice. Born in Franklin, Massachusetts, Kilroe started … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Meg Kilroe →

Claressa Shields: “I want to fight against the best and make the biggest fights.”

Claressa Shields: "I want to fight against the best and make the biggest fights." Last month in Detroit, Lani Daniels became the latest fighter to find Claressa Shields far too good for her. The American defended her undisputed world heavyweight titles by comprehensively outpointing Daniels over ten one-sided rounds. As ever in boxing, the question … Continue reading Claressa Shields: “I want to fight against the best and make the biggest fights.” →

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Gemma Richardson

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Gemma Richardson Women’s boxing has struggled somewhat of late. The peak of interest has dwindled, certainly to what it was only a few years ago. In many ways, with a few notable exceptions, progress stalled in 2024, and even world champions struggled to find what they needed. Certain … Continue reading The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Gemma Richardson →

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Harli Whitwell

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Harli Whitwell Women’s boxing has struggled somewhat of late. The peak of interest has dwindled, certainly to what it was only a few years ago. In many ways, with a few notable exceptions, progress stalled in 2024, and even world champions struggled to find what they needed. Certain … Continue reading The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Harli Whitwell →

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Jade Pearce

The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Jade Pearce Women's boxing has struggled somewhat of late. The peak of interest has dwindled, certainly to what it was only a few years ago. In many ways, with a few notable exceptions, progress stalled in 2024, and even world champions struggled to find what they needed. Certain … Continue reading The FightPost Potential Stars of the Future: Jade Pearce →

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.” →

Hannah Robinson: Just Getting Started

Hannah Robinson: Just Getting Started Hannah Robinson experienced a more than frustrating start to her professional career in 2024. The former two-time National amateur champion turned over last year, but the current state of play with women's boxing in the somewhat restricted UK market only offered up two outings for the former amateur star. But … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: Just Getting Started →

Laylie Heath: “I just want to see where I can go. I believe I can reach the top and win world titles.”

Laylie Heath: "I just want to see where I can go. I believe I can reach the top and win world titles." The Sunderland-born Laylie Heath is the latest female fighter to announce that she is leaving the amateur ranks to join the ever-increasing professional ranks. The four-time National champion will be a welcome addition … Continue reading Laylie Heath: “I just want to see where I can go. I believe I can reach the top and win world titles.” →