Gemma Richardson: "I am excited to do my first ten-rounder." In August, Gemma Richardson made her second appearance on an MVP show, and extended her unbeaten start to her professional career. Richardson won every one of the six rounds against the vastly more experienced Kirstie Bavington. A 60-54 points decision allowed the former amateur star … Continue reading Gemma Richardson: “I am excited to do my first ten-rounder.”
Louise Orton: A Story of Resilience I once labelled Louise Orton Britain’s unluckiest fighter. Five years on, I don’t think that tagline does her story justice. Nowhere close. Orton turned professional in 2019 with real hope. A two-time national champion. Big things were expected in the pro ranks. Hopes of winning world titles seemed more … Continue reading Louise Orton: A Story of Resilience
Isis Sio: "What happened is part of my story, but it’s not going to become my whole story." Life is very different now for Isis Sio. At just 19, Sio has a completely different perspective on life. Sio was placed in a medically induced coma following a first-round stoppage defeat to the unbeaten Jocelyn Camarillo … Continue reading Isis Sio: “What happened is part of my story, but it’s not going to become my whole story.”
Sian O'Toole: "I’ve spent my whole life fighting for this dream, and I’m going to keep fighting for it." Sian O'Toole last fought in July 2025. A successful defence of her Midlands Area featherweight title against Doina Costin in Wolverhampton. It should have been the catalyst for more. A fighter who had aspirations of fighting … Continue reading Sian O’Toole: “I’ve spent my whole life fighting for this dream, and I’m going to keep fighting for it.”
Pat Brown vs. John Hedges: Big Fight Preview "The reality is one of these fighters is going to win, and one is going to lose,” Frank Smith said at Thursday's press conference in Manchester. It's an obvious statement. But it's a brutally honest one. Smith was talking about Saturday night's big domestic showdown between Pat Brown … Continue reading Pat Brown vs. John Hedges: Big Fight Preview
Zinnat Ferdous: "Boxing makes me a more driven and disciplined person." I'm a little too old to understand how algorithms work. Actually, that's a lie; I am way too old. But occasionally they do throw up some rare gems. The story of Zinnat Ferdous is one such gem. Last month, those pesky algorithms led me … Continue reading Zinnat Ferdous: “Boxing makes me a more driven and disciplined person.”
Linn Sandström: "Every time I was told no, I became even more determined to find another way." Earlier this month in New South Wales, Linn Sandström claimed the WBA interim flyweight title with a hard-earned points victory over Ruqsana Begum. For the 34-year-old, it is another successful chapter in her somewhat unlikely boxing career. "Overall, … Continue reading Linn Sandström: “Every time I was told no, I became even more determined to find another way.”
Gemma Brodie: "I did thousands of rounds of sparring, and I really miss it. I would love to be part of that life again." Women’s boxing is in a completely different place than it was twenty years ago. Seeing girls in a boxing gym isn't a rarity anymore. It's now the norm. If they want … Continue reading Gemma Brodie: “I did thousands of rounds of sparring, and I really miss it. I would love to be part of that life again.”
Mikaela Mayer: "I want Chantelle next. Let's finish what we started." It was another night of disappointment on UK soil for Mikaela Mayer. A third straight defeat in world title fights in England. What happened previously in London and Liverpool occurred again in Birmingham on Saturday night against Chantelle Cameron in their world super-welterweight unification … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “I want Chantelle next. Let’s finish what we started.”
Melissa Takimoglu: "I am having the best time ever. It's so much fun." Life never stops for Melissa Takimoglu. The relentless grind of another fight week for the 24/7 publicist was about to begin. Another big show to navigate. A stable of fighters to safeguard over a never-ending week of non-stop media obligations. "I live … Continue reading Melissa Takimoglu: “I am having the best time ever. It’s so much fun.”
