Tag: history

Beyond The Ropes: Martin Hillman

Beyond The Ropes: Martin Hillman By Garry White Gizza job,” Yosser Hughes uttered more than once in the seminal 80s TV series Boys from the Blackstuff. Trudging wearily around his Toxteth neighbourhood, he was desperate to work—pleading for a chance, only to be met with blank expressions and empty apologies. Thirty-four-year-old Sidcup-born, Orpington-based bantamweight Martin Hillman may … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Martin Hillman →

Ellie Scotney: The Road To Undisputed & More

Ellie Scotney: The Road To Undisputed & More A highly decorated amateur. An unbeaten unified world super-bantamweight champion. Ellie Scotney shouldn't have needed a coming-out party. But on Friday night, that's exactly what Scotney had. And what she needed. Scotney has somewhat struggled for the limelight in her professional career. Probably the purest boxer on … Continue reading Ellie Scotney: The Road To Undisputed & More →

Chantelle Cameron: “I feel the good times are about to happen again.”

Chantelle Cameron: “I feel the good times are about to happen again." In this modern era, that old happy fighter is a dangerous fighter quote gets rolled out far too often. It is an overused phrase, but there are times when it impeccably applies. An accurate assessment of where a fighter is in their career. … Continue reading Chantelle Cameron: “I feel the good times are about to happen again.” →

Is Tiah-Mai Ayton The Next Superstar Of Women’s Boxing?

Is Tiah-Mai Ayton The Next Superstar Of Women’s Boxing? It might be too early for some of the incredibly high plaudits that have come her way since Tiah-Mai Ayton made her impressive, eye-catching professional debut last weekend in Birmingham. But the manner of her victory over the Hungarian Sara Orszagi, at the very least, offers … Continue reading Is Tiah-Mai Ayton The Next Superstar Of Women’s Boxing? →

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.” →

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.” →

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 →

Beyond The Ropes: Callum Simpson

Beyond The Ropes: Callum Simpson Callum Simpson has something very few fighters have. Yes, he can fight. Simpson could be a world champion within the next twelve months. But he brings a little more to the party. His incredibly loyal and passionate fan base. They are beyond vocal, and they come in great numbers. Simpson … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Callum Simpson →