Beyond The Ropes: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul 'The scrap between Tyson and Paul would be laughable if it did not carry a serious risk.' Donald McRae It's an overused phrase. But maybe this weekend it applies more than ever. The circus is truly back in town. A travelling charade that just needs a host … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul
Stevie Morgan: "I lost to the greatest female fighter in the world, but I hate that people didn't get to see the real me." The Tampa native only turned professional in 2022, but Stevie Morgan has already managed sixteen fights in that brief period of time. It is an old-school schedule that differs from many … Continue reading Stevie Morgan: “I lost to the greatest female fighter in the world, but I hate that people didn’t get to see the real me.”
Jade Pearce: "I just want to get going and show people what I can do." "Everyone who I had spoken to before it was as if they were trying to sell themselves. But Carl was just straight to the point. There was no bullshit from Carl." The opening words of Jade Pearce as we discussed … Continue reading Jade Pearce: “I just want to get going and show people what I can do.”
‘Grim Reaper' Martin Hillman Notches 18th Career Win in Tolworth Triumph By Garry White Orpington-based bantamweight, Martin Hillman secured an eighteenth career victory on Saturday night at London’s Tolworth Recreation Centre. Topping the bill on the Black Box Promotions show, the experienced Hillman dealt ably with his game Tanzanian opponent. Adam Yahaya, who at just 5”1 was giving away a substantial height … Continue reading ‘Grim Reaper’ Martin Hillman Notches 18th Career Win in Tolworth Triumph
Harli Whitwell: "We are aiming for bigger fights and titles next year. I'm ready to take the big fights now." Harli Whitwell turned professional in 2022. Five fights later, she is still unbeaten. A super-featherweight prospect that has the look of a fighter who could go far. Very far. But those five fights could have … Continue reading Harli Whitwell: “We are aiming for bigger fights and titles next year. I’m ready to take the big fights now.”
Should Rhiannon Dixon vs. Terri Harper Be A Main Event? On August 24th, Rhiannon Dixon will make the first defence of her WBO world lightweight title against the two-weight world champion Terri Harper. Dixon and Harper will head to Manchester without the fanfare that their fight deserves. Jack Catterall and Regis Prograis will headline, and … Continue reading Should Rhiannon Dixon vs. Terri Harper Be A Main Event?
Jasmina Zapotoczna: "Maisey is obviously a tough fighter, but I believe in myself. I am very confident in my skills, and I can win this fight." I last caught up with the flyweight contender Jasmina Zapotoczna in February. It was just a few weeks removed from her first fight under the Matchroom bright lights. A … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “Maisey is obviously a tough fighter, but I believe in myself. I am very confident in my skills, and I can win this fight.”
Sammy Worthington: "There is literally no doubt in my mind that I will become a world champion."A professional career that has so far impressed. Unbeaten in eight fights. The vast majority of those wins have come inside the distance. A world-ranked super-lightweight. But that career and her impressive resume have been in relative obscurity. But … Continue reading Sammy Worthington: “There is literally no doubt in my mind that I will become a world champion.”
Claressa Shields: "I don't hate Savannah, I have a lot of respect for her. She was a great dance partner and I will dance with her again." I have been ringside when Claressa Shields and Savannah Marshall have traded blows with breathtaking ferocity. I have seen first-hand the two bitter rivals exchange venomous words unrelentingly … Continue reading Claressa Shields: “I don’t hate Savannah, I have a lot of respect for her. She was a great dance partner and I will dance with her again.”
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.”
