Natasha Jonas: Collision Course A year that started on an incredible high. A fight of the year contender with Mikaela Mayer in her hometown in January. But a long period of frustration followed that incredibly hard-earned win over Mayer in Liverpool in defence of her IBF world welterweight title. Jonas and Mayer tried valiantly to … Continue reading Natasha Jonas: Collision Course
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Beyond The Ropes: The Curious Case of Women’s Boxing
Beyond The Ropes: The Curious Case of Women’s Boxing Women's boxing has struggled somewhat in 2024. Momentum has stalled. The whispers of discontent amongst various inactive fighters have only grown louder with each passing month. There are exceptions, of course, but fight purses remain low. Incredibly low for some. Winning and defending a world title … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: The Curious Case of Women’s Boxing
Should Chantelle Cameron Be Next For Katie Taylor?
Should Chantelle Cameron Be Next For Katie Taylor? The quite remarkable story of Katie Taylor had another incredible chapter added to it on Friday night at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Another pulsating battle with Amanda Serrano was decided by wafer-thin margins. A one-point edge on all three judges scorecards gave Taylor a repeat win … Continue reading Should Chantelle Cameron Be Next For Katie Taylor?
Katie Taylor Defeats Amanda Serrano To Retain Her Undisputed World Super-Lightweight Titles
Katie Taylor Defeats Amanda Serrano To Retain Her Undisputed World Super-Lightweight Titles There was no revenge for Amanda Serrano at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington as Katie Taylor retained her undisputed world super-lightweight titles on a wafer-thin unanimous points decision. All three judges edged it to Taylor by an agreed 95-94. The fight didn't quite … Continue reading Katie Taylor Defeats Amanda Serrano To Retain Her Undisputed World Super-Lightweight Titles
Ella Lonsdale: “Boxing keeps me disciplined, and it’s my life now. It’s the best thing that could have happened to me.”
Ella Lonsdale: "Boxing keeps me disciplined, and it's my life now. It's the best thing that could have happened to me."Even at 17, Ella Lonsdale is no stranger to success as a boxer. A two-time Tri-Nations Champion, a four-time National Champion, a European gold medallist plus a plethora of other titles, trust me, her fighting … Continue reading Ella Lonsdale: “Boxing keeps me disciplined, and it’s my life now. It’s the best thing that could have happened to me.”
Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano: Big Fight Preview & Prediction
Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano: Big Fight Preview & Prediction 'Any rematch must be bigger and better for emotion and grandeur. We can’t take a step back. Both Taylor and Serrano deserve an even larger stage next time.' My words from 2022. It should have been Croke Park. It's almost a crime that Katie Taylor … Continue reading Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano: Big Fight Preview & Prediction
Beyond The Ropes: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul
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
Gemma Richardson: “2024 has been the worst year of my life. My dream got stolen. They stole my dream.”
Gemma Richardson: "2024 has been the worst year of my life. My dream got stolen. They stole my dream." A decorated amateur career ended in controversy and bitterness. An amateur resume that included being a European and World Champion at Youth level. There was also a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, plus five … Continue reading Gemma Richardson: “2024 has been the worst year of my life. My dream got stolen. They stole my dream.”
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.”
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.”
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.”








