Odel Kamara Beats Thodoris Ritzakis On His Professional Debut Odel Kamara walked out for his professional debut like a superstar in waiting. Heavily hyped. The 22-year-old had a lot of pressure on his shoulders heading into his fight with Thodoris Ritzakis on Saturday night at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham. But Kamara fought with a … Continue reading Odel Kamara Beats Thodoris Ritzakis On His Professional Debut
Shona Whitwell: A New Beginning In many ways, it's a new beginning for Shona Whitwell. The former elite amateur star is moving along quite nicely in the professional ranks. Four fights. Four wins. Those wins have brought three consecutive stoppage victories. Whitwell could easily be a future world champion. In truth, that could just be … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: A New Beginning
Ben Whittaker: Beyond The Ropes "I think the difference between me and him is that he’s happy to be here and I meant to be here,” Ben Whittaker said at Thursday's press conference ahead of his latest appearance inside a boxing ring. Whittaker is almost certainly right. His opponent, the Australian-based Conor Wallace (17-1), despite … Continue reading Ben Whittaker: Beyond The Ropes
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Better Late Than Never? The contractual negotiations if we're being honest were an absolute mess. I've resisted the urge to put a swear or two in that opening sentence. We hope that the big heavyweight blockbuster will be far less messy. We know it's been years in the making. Ten. … Continue reading Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Better Late Than Never?
Johnny Fisher Defeats Michael Pirotton at the Copper Box I said in my pre-fight piece that Johnny Fisher was an accident waiting to happen, and despite Fisher defeating the Belgian heavyweight Michael Pirotton, that harsh viewpoint has only been enhanced. Fisher (15-1) laboured through ten largely forgettable rounds at the Copper Box Arena in London … Continue reading Johnny Fisher Defeats Michael Pirotton at the Copper Box
Johnny Fisher: Heavyweight Jeopardy I've experienced enough Johnny Fisher fight nights from ringside to understand the level of support that he carries. It might not match those famous Ricky Hatton occasions at the Manchester Arena back in the day, but he has a natural home at the Copper Box Arena. That level of support can … Continue reading Johnny Fisher: Heavyweight Jeopardy
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Finally There is that old football terminology. Can they do it on a cold night in December? But can they still do it, period? Two faded British heavyweights who are clearly on that dreaded irreversible decline. There is no argument on that. Fury and Joshua are not once what they … Continue reading Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Finally
Natasha Jonas Deserves Her Retirement Moment Katie Taylor had her moment earlier this month at Croke Park. An emotional farewell. The perfect final dance. 83,000 of her adoring faithful waved Taylor off in style. Taylor said goodbye as an undisputed world champion. In truth, it could not have been scripted any better. Not many get … Continue reading Natasha Jonas Deserves Her Retirement Moment
Jessica Barry: "I said from the start I wanted to prove my level and make a statement, and I did exactly that." It was her moment in the sun. The bright lights of a Most Valuable Promotions and Sky Sports production. Jake Paul was ringside. It was also a step up in class for Jessica … Continue reading Jessica Barry: “I said from the start I wanted to prove my level and make a statement, and I did exactly that.”
Stevie Morgan: Beyond The Ropes I've had to sadly write a few obituaries over the last year or so. Georgia O'Connor and Hannah Rapp spring to mind. Two fighters with their whole lives seemingly ahead of them. Both were taken from us far too soon. O'Connor, an unbeaten British fighter, was just 25 when her … Continue reading Stevie Morgan: Beyond The Ropes
