Chloe Watson: “You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months.”

Chloe Watson: "You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months." It was late last year when I last caught up with the unbeaten Birkenhead flyweight hopeful Chloe Watson. It was Fight Week for the highly-touted prospect. The vacant European flyweight title was on the line in … Continue reading Chloe Watson: “You will definitely see me fighting for world titles within the next twelve months.” →

Shona Whitwell: “After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream.”

Shona Whitwell: "After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream." If ever a headline says everything, it is the one above. Eight years of blood, sweat, and tears. Eight years of unwavering loyalty. That's what Shona Whitwell has given in pursuit of … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: “After spending eight years at GB, I just feel let down and heartbroken. Going to the Olympics was always my dream.” →

Natasha Jonas vs. Mikaela Mayer: A Rematch On The Edge

Natasha Jonas vs. Mikaela Mayer: A Rematch On The Edge A rivalry with respect. In many ways, one that has another chapter to write. Maybe, even two. It was a hometown gig in January that left Jonas still the IBF welterweight champion of the world. A titanic affair in that city that she calls home. … Continue reading Natasha Jonas vs. Mikaela Mayer: A Rematch On The Edge →

One True King: Oleksandr Usyk Beats Tyson Fury By Split Decision

One True King: Oleksandr Usyk Beats Tyson Fury By Split Decision We needed something special to match the occasion and the setting. And we got exactly that. A great fight needs swings of momentum. And we got that as well. Oleksandr Usyk edged past Tyson Fury in a thoroughly absorbing fight, to crown himself the … Continue reading One True King: Oleksandr Usyk Beats Tyson Fury By Split Decision →

Big Fight Preview & Prediction: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk

Big Fight Preview & Prediction: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk The first undisputed heavyweight title fight this millennium. A staggering damming statistic that highlights perfectly why the sport has suffered so badly before the Saudi money entered the fray and made everyone forget what they had previously said about each other. Money changes everything. The … Continue reading Big Fight Preview & Prediction: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk →

The Top Ten British Female Fighters

The Top Ten British Female Fighters I last compiled this list in early April. Despite the relatively short period between then and now, two fighters on that list have since fought with varying degrees of success, and those two fights involving Nina Hughes and Lauren Price have prompted to amend the rankings from last month. … Continue reading The Top Ten British Female Fighters →

Jade Pearce: “I am 27, and with women’s boxing going through the roof, now it is the perfect time to turn professional.”

Jade Pearce: "I am 27, and with women's boxing going through the roof, now it is the perfect time to turn professional."It's been over a year since I last spoke to Jade Pearce. A period on the sidelines was about to end. Pearce hadn't fought since COVID-19 stopped the world from turning over in 2020. … Continue reading Jade Pearce: “I am 27, and with women’s boxing going through the roof, now it is the perfect time to turn professional.” →

Jayne Bardauskas: “I want to box at world level. I reached that level as an amateur, so why can’t I do it as a pro.”

Jayne Bardauskas: "I want to box at world level. I reached that level as an amateur, so why can't I do it as a pro." A career that only started in 2018 will now take the next logical step. The amateur star with multiple honours Jayne Bardauskas will be the next fighter to join … Continue reading Jayne Bardauskas: “I want to box at world level. I reached that level as an amateur, so why can’t I do it as a pro.” →

Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.”

Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.” Mikaela Mayer once spent many minutes of an interview several years ago trying to retrieve one of her rescue dogs which was trying to see what delights awaited … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “If Tasha fights me the way she fought me last time, she will lose. I think Tasha knows deep down who won the first fight.” →

Matchroom Liverpool NXTGEN: Peter McGrail vs. Marc Leach Preview

Matchroom Liverpool NXTGEN: Peter McGrail vs. Marc Leach Preview By Matt Elliott Matchroom head to Liverpool this weekend as they bring their NXTGEN concept to the Exhibition Centre, with Peter McGrail headlining the show against former British super bantamweight champion Marc Leach with the WBA International super bantamweight title on the line, and the fight … Continue reading Matchroom Liverpool NXTGEN: Peter McGrail vs. Marc Leach Preview →