Behind The Ropes: Jasmina Zapotoczna “I feel like I was born to perform," Jasmina Zapotoczna told me in March. "I like showing my skills to an audience." But the European flyweight champion hasn't had the opportunity to showcase her immense skills since she recorded the biggest win of her career at the Royal Albert Hall … Continue reading Behind The Ropes: Jasmina Zapotoczna
Stephanie Simon: “Boxing is hard, and it can be dangerous, but when you’ve had responsibility for the lives of others, well, that’s totally different.” By Matt Elliott The world of boxing media can be a wonderful thing at times. Being able to speak with professional athletes who pour their heart and soul into the sport … Continue reading Stephanie Simon: “Boxing is hard, and it can be dangerous, but when you’ve had responsibility for the lives of others, well, that’s totally different.”
Sammy Worthington: "I’m the champion in waiting, so whatever Katie decides to do, I’m just biding my time until I either fight for the belt or she relinquishes the title. Either way, I’m ready." Sammy Worthington got the biggest victory of her career this past weekend in Detroit, with a hard-earned majority decision over Victoire … Continue reading Sammy Worthington: “I’m the champion in waiting, so whatever Katie decides to do, I’m just biding my time until I either fight for the belt or she relinquishes the title. Either way, I’m ready.”
Mya Bushell: “Boxing keeps me disciplined." Mya Bushell was born in Bridgend in South Wales twenty years ago. A sporting life that started in rugby has now transitioned into boxing. Bushell is only two years and six fights into her boxing life, but already, she is dreaming of representing her country at the highest level … Continue reading Mya Bushell: “Boxing keeps me disciplined.”
Undisputed: Claressa Shields 'I'll make a believer out of you.' The words on a social media post from Claressa Shields after another display of sheer dominance on Saturday night. The incredible, untouched, and unmatched resume of Shields surely makes you believe. But at 30, the American wants even more. Lani Daniels, the reigning IBF light-heavyweight … Continue reading Undisputed: Claressa Shields
Chloe Luby: "I want an Australian title. That is all I have ever wanted." Chloe Luby was born in Townsville, which is described online as a coastal city in north-eastern Queensland, Australia. It's an area that is apparently most famous for the Great Barrier Reef. But the aspiring professional boxer might give her city even … Continue reading Chloe Luby: “I want an Australian title. That is all I have ever wanted.”
Beyond The Ropes: Martin Hillman By Garry White Gizza job,” Yosser Hughes uttered more than once in the seminal 80s TV series Boys from the Blackstuff. Trudging wearily around his Toxteth neighbourhood, he was desperate to work—pleading for a chance, only to be met with blank expressions and empty apologies. Thirty-four-year-old Sidcup-born, Orpington-based bantamweight Martin Hillman may … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Martin Hillman
Jasmine Artiga: "I find myself even hungrier and more determined to prove why I am the world champion, and it’s time to show the world I am not going anywhere." It was the moment of truth for Jasmine Artiga in March. A long-awaited world title opportunity against Regina Chavez. After ten hard rounds at the … Continue reading Jasmine Artiga: “I find myself even hungrier and more determined to prove why I am the world champion, and it’s time to show the world I am not going anywhere.”
Who Should Nicola Hopewell Fight Next? It was a night that Nicola Hopewell came of age. Against her toughest opponent to date at flyweight, Hopewell rose to the occasion on Saturday night in Sheffield. That hard-earned split decision victory over Marie Connan earned the Worksop fighter the IBO world flyweight title, and Hopewell can now … Continue reading Who Should Nicola Hopewell Fight Next?
Ringside Report: Nicola Hopewell Beats Marie Connan To Win The IBO World Flyweight Title Nicola Hopewell recorded the best win of her career on Saturday night in Sheffield to beat Marie Connan on a split-decision and, in the process, lift the IBO world flyweight title. At times, it was overly messy, but the majority of … Continue reading Ringside Report: Nicola Hopewell Beats Marie Connan To Win The IBO World Flyweight Title
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