Stevie Morgan: A New Beginning It's been an immensely frustrating period of late for Stevie Morgan. There was a few moments earlier this month in Bogota, Colombia when it was deeply worrying for her. Life-threatening even. But the American will look to post recent events behind her and move forward with her boxing career. By … Continue reading Stevie Morgan: A New Beginning
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
Gemma Richardson Lands Her First Title Opportunity After just five fights in the professional ranks the former amateur star Gemma Richardson has secured her first title opportunity. On the 31st October at the Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle, Richardson (5-0) will fight the 35-year-old Carolyn Redmond (9-2) for the vacant WBO International super-lightweight title. Both … Continue reading Gemma Richardson Lands Her First Title Opportunity
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.”
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.”
Gemma Richardson: The Next Chapter Gemma Richardson took another step in her career last month when she outpointed the former two-time European champion Kirstie Bavington in Birmingham. On her second appearance on an MVP card, Richardson took a 60-54 points decision after six good learning rounds. It wasn't perfect. At times it was a somewhat … Continue reading Gemma Richardson: The Next Chapter
