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Mary-Kate Smith: “I want to be an Olympic Champion.”

Mary-Kate Smith: "I want to be an Olympic Champion." Mary-Kate Smith had her first taste of boxing on the international stage at the recent World Boxing Championships in Liverpool. The 21-year-old came within one fight of leaving with a medal. Despite losing at the quarter-final stage, Smith can look ahead to a possible golden future. … Continue reading Mary-Kate Smith: “I want to be an Olympic Champion.” →

Disputed Draw: Kaye Scott vs. Olivia Curry Can’t Be Split In World Middleweight Title Fight

Disputed Draw: Kaye Scott vs. Olivia Curry Can't Be Split In World Middleweight Title Fight It might be a fight that goes under the radar, but the ten-round war that Olivia Curry and Kaye Scott served up on Friday night in Detroit for the vacant WBC and WBA world middleweight titles deserves a far wider … Continue reading Disputed Draw: Kaye Scott vs. Olivia Curry Can’t Be Split In World Middleweight Title Fight →

Alexas Kubicki: “I have been given the opportunity to become the undisputed world flyweight champion.”

Alexas Kubicki: "I have been given the opportunity to become the undisputed world flyweight champion." At just 22, Alexas Kubicki will get the chance of a lifetime this weekend when she attempts to win the undisputed world flyweight championship when she takes on the formidable and undefeated Gabriela Fundora in California. The Canadian will head … Continue reading Alexas Kubicki: “I have been given the opportunity to become the undisputed world flyweight champion.” →

Emma-Sue Greentree: “I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level.”

Emma-Sue Greentree: "I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level." At just 26 and ever-improving, Emma-Sue Greentree has returned from the World Amateur Championships with a medal. At the recent World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, Greentree secured her second bronze medal on the world stage. The Australian came agonisingly close to … Continue reading Emma-Sue Greentree: “I’m continuing to prove to myself that I belong at this level.” →

Alyssa Costa: “Boxing is a great way to get people on the right path.”

Alyssa Costa: "Boxing is a great way to get people on the right path." Boxing can give so much. It can change lives. It can save lives. A sport that can give direction and much more. Alyssa Costa had certain struggles in her formative years. Boxing gave her something else to focus on. A life … Continue reading Alyssa Costa: “Boxing is a great way to get people on the right path.” →

Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: Big Fight Preview & Prediction

Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: Big Fight Preview & Prediction Despite their extensive and almost impeccable records, there is a perception that neither fighter is or can be what they once were. But is that really an accurate assessment of what we will get served up on Saturday night? For Canelo Alvarez, father time has … Continue reading Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: Big Fight Preview & Prediction →

Lauren Parker: “I want another shot at something big.”

Lauren Parker: "I want another shot at something big." Lauren Parker hasn't boxed since April, and her unsuccessful attempt to become the British and Commonwealth super-flyweight champion. On the night, Emma Dolan deserved her victory. But It was, in many ways, lessons learned for the former European champion. "The fight with Emma Dolan was a … Continue reading Lauren Parker: “I want another shot at something big.” →

Tiah-Mai Ayton: A Future Superstar?

Tiah-Mai Ayton: A Future Superstar? Tiah-Mai Ayton is only 19, and just one fight into her professional career. But there are already thoughts of winning world titles and becoming the youngest-ever undisputed champion of the world. Ayton beyond impressed on her professional debut in June. A 3rd round demolition of the Hungarian Sara Orszagi in … Continue reading Tiah-Mai Ayton: A Future Superstar? →