Katie Taylor: Croke Park. Finally. It has a tagline of 'It's Time'; in truth, it should read, 'About Time.' Croke Park is finally hers. Somewhat belatedly, Katie Taylor has finally got her wish. The perfect setting for the final dance. One last showcase for a fighter who is probably the most important fighter on her … Continue reading Katie Taylor: Croke Park. Finally.
Mai Soliman: "I would definitely love that rematch with Mizuki." Four years ago, the Egyptian-born Mai Soliman had a dream that one day she would be fighting in front of the Pyramids of Giza. It is no longer just a dream. Last month, Soliman made it a reality when she challenged Mizuki Hiruta for her … Continue reading Mai Soliman: “I would definitely love that rematch with Mizuki.”
Was Holly Holm Really Robbed Against Stephanie Han? We live in an age where every close fight is deemed an extreme miscarriage of justice. Fights that have rounds that have an abundance of swing rounds, which can swing the scorecards in many different directions. We saw that again on Saturday night in El Paso, Texas. … Continue reading Was Holly Holm Really Robbed Against Stephanie Han?
Rosie Eccles: "I love representing Wales and competing in the Commonwealth Games. Why not go out like that? It just feels right." Some decisions are hard. Some are beyond even that. Letting go of a lifetime dream is never easy. Even when it is the only decision to make. In recent times, Rosie Eccles has … Continue reading Rosie Eccles: “I love representing Wales and competing in the Commonwealth Games. Why not go out like that? It just feels right.”
Ringside Report: Fran Hennessy Stops Aurora de Persio in Six Rounds It took Fran Hennessy a couple of rounds to assert her dominance on Saturday night at the Wembley Arena in London over her Italian opponent. But Hennessy can be extremely pleased with her 6th-round stoppage of Aurora De Persio. It looked like becoming another … Continue reading Ringside Report: Fran Hennessy Stops Aurora de Persio in Six Rounds
Adam Azim: Beyond The Ropes We forget that Adam Azim is still only 24. He has seemingly been around the fight game far longer than he actually has. A perception that his career is wasting away. Injuries, fights falling through, and his promoter in the contract abyss of being without a TV deal for much … Continue reading Adam Azim: Beyond The Ropes
Fran Hennessy: Beyond The Ropes Fran Hennessy has big dreams. Very big dreams. The 21-year-old wants to eclipse Gabriela Fundora as the youngest ever undisputed world champion in the four-belt era. Hennessy has around a year to make that a reality. The unbeaten bantamweight takes the next step in her career on Saturday night, live … Continue reading Fran Hennessy: Beyond The Ropes
Jasmina Zapotoczna: Beyond The Ropes Jasmina Zapotoczna went over to France in November to defend her European flyweight title against Justine Lallemand. Zapotoczna successfully defended her belt. A hard-earned victory over ten good rounds saw the 32-year-old again demonstrate the quality she undoubtedly has. But Zapotoczna is still waiting for the phone to ring. Over … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: Beyond The Ropes
Megan Redstall: "Maisey is a tough opponent, so I don’t want to overlook her at all. But winning this will open many doors for me." The emotions were high. Relief as well as joy. After fights with Laura Pain and Emma Dolan had previously fallen through, Megan Redstall would have been hoping it was third … Continue reading Megan Redstall: “Maisey is a tough opponent, so I don’t want to overlook her at all. But winning this will open many doors for me.”
Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm: Big Fight Preview & Prediction At least to some, it was a fight that lacked a definitive conclusion. A clash of heads in January apparently didn't give us that. But I see it a little differently. It's almost certainly a rematch that we didn't really need to see. At least … Continue reading Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm: Big Fight Preview & Prediction
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