Star Boxing Announces Cauthen Looks to Bring the Heat vs. Camacho in Co-Feature July 1, 2008

Bronx, NY - Jul 1, 2008 Terrance "The Heat" Cauthen (32-4 9KO's) looks to get back on track and put himself back into world title contention when he takes on the dangerous up and coming knockout artist Alexis Camacho (16-0 15 KO's) on July 16th from the Municipal Auditorium in San Antonio, TX. The Cauthen v Camacho fight will be the ESPN2's..Full Story

Boxing press exclusive we Want our money back! By greg Goodrich boxing press editor in chief June 30, 2008

(BP): On June 6, 2008, Boxing’s reigning Pound-for-Pound Champion Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather, Jr. (39-0) officially announced his retirement from the ring, via fax. In the process, Mayweather joined an elite list of seven former World Champions who retired undefeated and with their respective titles. He joins World Paperweight, Flyweight and Bantamweight...Full Story

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson June 30, 2008

Sauerland Event have acted quickly to the news that WBA heavy champ Ruslan Chagaev is injured and are asking for either Chagaev to be stripped of the title or to have Valuev allowed to fight for an interim title. This was the second postponement of the scheduled rematch between Chagaev and Valuev and considering the rumors around the champion Sauerland are asking for an independent evaluation of Chagaev´s physical status.  Full Story

Ruiz-Valuev rematch for WBA championship Source: PR June 30, 2008

LAS VEGAS (June 30, 2008) – Soon after it was announced that WBA heavyweight champion Ruslan Chagaev had pulled out of his July 5 mandatory title defense against former WBA title-holder and No. 1 contender, Nikolai Valuev, due to another injury, John Ruiz, through his advisor and attorney, Tony Cardinale, contacted World Boxing Association officials demanding that, in accordance with WBA rules and regulations, the championship..Full Story
 

BJ Flores Sets the Record Straight About Godfrey “Offer” June 30, 2008 Photo: (archived)Godfrey

PHOENIX, AZ (June 30, 2008) World ranked and undefeated cruiserweight BJ Flores wanted to set the record straight regarding media reports that he rejected an “offer” to fight CES promoted Matt Godfrey next month on ESPN2. Speaking following a training session with former heavyweight world champion Hasim Rahman in Phoenix , Arizona , Flores said..Full Story
 

Juan Carlos Velasquez remains undefeated June 30, 2008 Photo: Raymond Rodriguez

JUNE 30) This past Friday at the Morongo Resort and Casino, Golden Boy Promotions undefeated young gun, Juan Carlos Velasquez, improved to (8-0, 4 KO's) with another impressive victory. The Puerto Rican native decisively defeated Missael Nunez in rout to a unanimous decision and continued his undefeated record. Score cards read 60-54 twice...Full Story

Futrell and Brownfield fight to a draw
(JUNE 30) On June 26, 2008 Don Juan Futrell (21-3-2, 10 KO's) fought Lowell Brownfield (10-4-1, 3 KO's) in the main event at the Tachi Palace Casino in Lemoore CA. On the line was Futrell's WBC USNBC light welterweight title. The action started off slow, but heated up in the second round when Brownfield dropped Futrell with a powerful left hook. Futrell would get...Full Story

Chicago's Pride at the Aragon - Ticket Alert June 30, 2008

CHICAGO, IL (June 30, 2008) Tickets are now on sale for an evening of world class professional boxing as Dominic Pesoli’s 8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING, presents CHICAGO’S PRIDE on Friday, July 25th at the Aragon Ballroom headlined by local fan favorite Francisco “EL NINO AZTECA” Rodriguez...Full Story

Casamayor Defends World Lightweight Championship Against Former Two-Division
LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2008 – Mexico celebrated its independence from Spain on the historic date of September 16, 1810 and over the years, this day has grown to become a special day of celebration, especially in the world of sports and entertainment. This year, the boxing world will celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day when reigning Ring Magazine...Full Story

Timothy (TJ) Hunter JR wins 2008 Ringside Summer Classic June 29, 2008

Palmetto Boxing’s Timothy Hunter Jr. added another belt to his collection by out classing the competition in one of the Southeast’s largest amateur boxing tournaments. The 2008 Ringside Summer Classic was held this past weekend in Augusta Ga. Particpants competed over four days for the chance to win custom Ringside belts and be crowned 2008 Summer Classic Champion. TJ won the 101 pound 13&14 year old weight class. Congratulations Timothy for a job well done.

Ireland v Russia...By Bernard O'Neill (JUNE 29) Russia beat Ireland A 4-1 in Clonmel last night to claim the two match senior international series 7-5 on aggregate. Sergey Demenew, Igor Ivanov, Rinet Valliuin and Ivan Doterov all chalked up wins in the Premier County two days after Ireland recorded a 4-3 verdict in Ballybunion Kerry.  Demenev beat Willie Casey on a countback despite a good final round by the Limerick featherweight, who won his bout in the Kingdom on Thursday night.  Full Story

Palmetto Boxing Heavyweight Joseph Rabotte stops Derek Walker in round two. June 29, 2008

(JUNE 29) Spectacular second round stoppage of undefeated heavyweight Derek Walker. Rabotte controlled the action from the beginning with a solid jab and powerful counter rights. Rabotte was quicker to the punch on every exchange as Walker spent most of the two rounds adjusting his trunks. Rabotte....Full Story
 

Where Are They Now? Vito Antuofermo By Shawn M. Murphy June 28, 2008

Recently it was my great pleasure to speak with former World Middleweight Champion Vito Antuofermo. Antuofermo was born in Italy, later moving to the United States.  Antuofermo was a New York Golden Gloves Champion as an amateur, and won the World Middleweight Championship in 1979 over Hugo Corro. After a defense over Marvin..Full Interview

Pacquiao Will Be Tested by Move Up
A PREVIEW OF THE JUNE 28TH FIGHT -Thirteen years and 29 pounds ago, Manny Pacquiao was a flyweight with a dream. Much has happened in the interim, but the dream, in expanded form, lives on. On June 28, Pacquiao will try to add his fourth world title to a resume that has left him universally rated the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world, now that Floyd Mayweather Jr. has -- at least for the moment -- left the stage. Read more HBO

BJ Flores sets the records straight about Godfrey "Offer"  PHOENIX, AZ (June 27, 2008) World ranked and undefeated cruiserweight BJ Flores wanted to set the record straight regarding media reports that he rejected an “offer” to fight CES promoted Matt Godfrey next month on ESPN2. Speaking following a training session with former..Full Story

Stepping Stone or Stumbling Block?
A LOOK AT DAVID DIAZ -In 1996, Diaz defeated Zab Judah twice to make the Olympic team. Two years ago, Jose Armando Santa Cruz got knocked out by Diaz in the 10th round of a title fight Santa Cruz was easily winning. Now Manny Pacquiao faces the enigmatic Diaz on his way to "bigger" things - and he might just want to watch out. Read more on HBO

Unbeatens Salcido and Perez face stiff tests tomorrow night!  Orange, June 26 – On Friday, June 27th, at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, California, unbeaten prospects Dominic Salcido and Yohnny Perez will be pushed to the limit by veteran competitors who have close to 100 combined fights and who are hungry for victory.   It’s the ultimate..Full Story

Don Juan Futrell Headlines at the Tachi Palace Casino (JUNE 26) Tonight Don Juan Futrell (21-3-1, 10 KO's) will test his skills against Lowell Brownfield (10-4, 3 KO's) as they clash in a ten round main event bout at the Tachi Palace Casino in Lemoore CA. Looking to extend on his a six fight winning streak, Futrell, who has a credible win against Hector Camacho Jr. (46-3-1, 26 KO's), is confident that he'll be ..Full Story

Fonfara vs. Findley in Chicago - ESPN2 Co-Main  CHICAGO, IL (June 26, 2008) “THE POLISH PRINCE”, Andrzej Fonfara will battle cross town rival Derrick “SUPERMAN” Findley as the featured co-main event at THE RETURN OF THE POLISH WARRIOR, an outstanding evening of world class professional boxing set for Friday, July 11th at the historic Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, it was announced..Full Story

Melindo-Melo War: A Contest for Regional Dominance (JUNE 26) The crowning glory of a professional boxer’s career is to face as many talented opponents as possible and prevail. Champions move sideward across organizations and southward to conquer higher weights for the same reason. It was not the game, not even the love of the game, but the confirmation that you are the best among your peers.  Full Story

Latimore Wants Spinks or Phillips after Big Win Against Powell ST. LOUIS, MO (June 26, 2008) Two weeks ago St. Louis native Deandre “THE BULL” Latimore scored the biggest win of his career as he stopped #1 IBF Junior Middleweight Sechew Powell in the seventh round at the Hard Rock Café in New York City. The bout, broadcast on ESPN2’s Wednesday Night Fights is being called an ...Full Story

Championship Boxing - John O'Donnell
(JUNE 26) John O’Donnell continues on the comeback trail as part of a talented and exciting bill at the York Hall in Bethnal Green on Friday, 27th June 2008.  Top of the Hennessy Sports in association with GoldenPalace.net bill is the British Super-Bantamweight Title fight between Esham Pickering (Newark) and Matthew Marsh (Welling) and there is plenty of quality on display before the main event featuring London boxers.  Full Story

European Junior Championships
By Bernard O'Neill  (JUNE 26) Irish coach Jim Moore has hailed the performances of Joe Ward and Charlie Gallagher after both Irish boxers marched into the semi finals of the European Junior Championships after taking the early route to victory in Plovdiv, Bulgaria this afternoon.  Full Story

Flores rejects CES offer to fight Godfrey on ESPN show PROVIDENCE (June 25, 2008) – Classic Entertainment & Sports, Inc. (CES) president Jimmy Burchfield has expressed his disappointed that USBA cruiserweight champion BJ Flores (21-0-1, 12 KOs) has rejected an offer to fight NABF cruiserweight title-holder Matt “Too Smooth” Godfrey (16-1, 9 KOs) in an ESPN2 main event next month.  Full Story

Emanuel Augustus has been nominated for fight of the decade by ESPN Friday Night Fights!  Las Vegas, Nevada (June 25, 2008) "Slick" Nick Sampson & Macke Roberts of Sin City Sports & Entertainment proudly announce the nomination of former WBC Continental Americas Jr. Welterweight Champion Emanuel Augustus formally known as Emanuel Burton for fight of the decade by ESPN Friday night fights. Emanuel Augustus along with Sin City Sports & Entertainment would like to thank everyone..Full Story

Chazz Witherspoon learns a valuable lesson in loss. By Mike Cassell- The Philadelphia Boxing Report
(JUNE 25) You know the old saying, “If you listen to the crowd, you will be sitting with them.” Undefeated heavyweight prospect Chazz Witherspoon 23 -1 15KO’s has been inundated with press and fan banter throughout his four year professional career, that he doesn’t display the “killer instinct” in the ring. Most times Witherspoon just shrugs it off and usually counters with a cerebral response that would temporarily quiet his critics. Winning 75% of his victories by knockout didn’t seem to be enough....Full Story

Duddy vs. Howe headlines show in Boston June 25, 2008

NEW YORK (June 25, 2008) – The return of unbeaten world middleweight title contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy to Boston highlights Saturday night’s (June 28) “Hassle In The Castle,” presented by Irish Ropes Promotions, at The Castle.  Duddy (24-0, 17 KOs), rated No. 2 by the WBC and WBO, faces Charles Howe (17-4-2, 9 KOs), in the 10-round main event. Full Story

Rivas 2(2) and 0 By Ewan Whyte June 24, 3008

(JUNE 24) After stopping Diana Garcia in front of her own people in Barranquilla on Friday evening, Venezuelan super bantamweight Mayerlin Rivas treated herself to two days of repose - no more, because she'll be fighting again before the ..Full Story

Card to be Rescheduled June 24, 3008

(JUNE 24) IOWA CITY-Due to the unforeseen flooding in Iowa, the Future Champions Boxing show, featuring Emily and Katy Klinefelter to be held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on June 27th, will be moved to a later date (Aug-Sept).

Oaktree Knockout West in Battle at Salem New Jersey June 23, 2008 Courtesy Photos: PR

Mark ‘Oak Tree’ Brown put on an impressive show for his hometown fans at the Fight Night Productions 'History In Our City' event in Salem, New Jersey on Saturday night, culminating in a second round knockout of Ralph ‘Wild Wild’ West of....Full Story

Another Joke on Women’s Boxing? June 23, 2008

(JUNE 23) On June 21, 2008, at the Chrysler Halle, in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Elina Tissen (ranked #27 on Boxrec), won the "Global Boxing Council" (GBC) featherweight title against Elena Dima, now 0-3-0, (ranked #75 on Boxrec).  Tissen TKO’d the winless boxer in the fourth round of a ..Full Story
 

European Junior Championships
By Bernard O'Neill  (JUNE 23) Three Irish boxers are just one bout away from claiming at least a bronze medal at the 2008 European Junior Championships after an evening of mixed fortunes in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.  Ryston's Chris Mullaly, Moates Joe Ward, and Charles Gallagher, from the Saints club in Belfast, are into the quarter finals with Mullaly and Gallagher duo to meet Ukrainian opponents on Wednesday.  Full Story
 

Ivanova Defeats Christensen June 22, 2008

(JUNE 22) Last night in Copenhagen, Denmark, Galina Koleva Ivanova won the WBC, GBU and the vacant WBA Featherweight title, by defeating Anita Christensen. The judges scored the fight 98-91, 97-93 & 100-89. Anita Christensen was knocked down in the 4th round.  Full Story

Where Are They Now? Alex Ramo By Shawn M. Murphy June 21, 2008

Recently I spoke with Alex Ramos, former USBA Middleweight Champion and nicknamed the “Bronx Bomber”. Ramos is widely considered among the best ever amateurs to come out of New York City. Ramos won four New York State Golden Gloves titles. Ramos turned professional in 1980 and in 1984 won the USBA Middleweight title against Curtis Parker. .. Full Story

Dunaway Has “Unfinished Business” June 21, 2008

(JUNE 21) Hollie “Hot Stuff” Dunaway was looking forward to having a rematch against Wendy Rodriguez on June 13, 2008, at the Isleta Casino & Resort, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The two were fighting for two world title belts that included the IFBA and IBA strawweight titles. Little did Dunaway know that her fight would end in a 10-round split decision---leaving her and her manager Ron Brand stunned by the .Full Story

Hot Boxing News Update By Sue TL Fox June 21, 2008

(JUNE 21) WBAN would like to invite men and women boxers, or their teams, who has a story, an interview, or anything of public interest to contact us for our HotBoxingNews.com [HBN] website so that we can get out the daily news on them. Full Story

6th European Union Championships
(JUNE 21) Darren Sutherland and Irish captain Ken Egan did the double over England to take Irelands medal haul from the 2008 European Union Championships which concluded in Cetniewo Poland this afternoon to an incredible four gold and two silver medals.  Sutherland, of the St Saviours club in Dublin, beat English middleweight James DeGale 22-16 in a repeat of the 2007 European Union final which Sutherland also won.  Full Story

US Olympic Alternate Danny O’Connor Turning Pro in September FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (June 20, 2008) – Many amateur boxers who do not qualify for national teams often develop into better pros than some Olympians. Contrasting styles and maturation processes often are contributing factors and 2008 U.S. Olympic first alternate Danny O’Connor could very well be the next example of a boxer becoming a better professional than amateur.  Full Story

Middleweights showcased on “Hassle In The Castle” Duddy-Howe headlining June 28th show in Boston  NEW YORK (June 20, 2008) – Middleweights will be showcased June 28 on “Hassle In The Castle,” presented by Irish Ropes Promotions, headlined by the 10-round main event between undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy in his first fight with new head trainer in his corner, Pat Burns, against Charles Howe (17-4-2, 9 KOs), at The Castle in downtown Boston.  Full Story
 

Chicago Sun-Times Proides Live Video Streaming of Hometown Open workout of David Diaz June 19, 2008

CHICAGO, IL. (June 19, 2008) –The Chicago Sun-Times will provide a live video stream today to boxing fans around the globe as World Boxing Council Lightweight Champion David Diaz along with his manager/trainer Jim Strickland and co-trainer Mike Garcia host a public/media workout at 1PM/CST at JABB Boxing Gym, 410 N. Oakley in Chicago.  Full story
 

Rodriguez against Diaz for vacant USBA Welterweight Title June 19, 2008

Bronx, NY - Jun 19, 2008 Former USBA Welterweight Champion Delvin Rodriguez (22-2-1 13 KO's) looks to extend his most recent winning streak and also reclaim his belt, when he takes on tough and exciting Oscar Diaz (26-2 12 KO's) for the vacant USBA Welterweight Championship. The fight, which will take place on July 16th 2008 at the Municipal Auditorium...Full Story

Press Conference in Germany June 19, 2008 Photo: SES [In English & German]

(JUNE 19) Today’s press conference about the WIBF and GBU World Championship between world champion Natascha Ragosina and Conjestina Achieng on July 11th, gave us foretaste of the suspense of the upcoming duel in Cuxhaven. Both rivals did not save verbal attacks against each other. The world champion opened the press conference ..Full Story

6th European Union Championships
By Bernard O'Neill  (JUNE 19) John Joe Nevin and Irish captain Ken Egan are through to Saturdays finals at the 2008 European Union Championships in Poland following impressive semi final victories in Cetniewo this afternoon.  Nevin, from the Cavan Boxing Club, booked his ticket into the weekends featherweight decider versus Poland's Mazik...Full Story

Golden Boy Promotions Signs Hot Cuban Prospects Yan Bathelemy and Erislandy Lara  LOS ANGELES, June 17 – Golden Boy Promotions and Arena Box announced today that a co-promotional agreement has been signed for two of Cuba’s hottest prospects in years, 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Yan Barthelemy and 2005 World Amateur Champion Erislandy Lara.  Full Story

Giovanni Lorenzo ready to break out Saturday night  NEW YORK CITY (June 17, 2008) – Unbeaten Dominican middleweight sensation Giovanni “Chico Malo” Lorenzo has planned a breakout party Saturday night when he fights former world champion Raul “El Diamente” Marquez in the 12-round co-feature on Showtime Championship Boxing, live from Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in ..Full Story

Junior middleweight James Moore to replace trainer Harry Keitt  (JUNE 17) Junior middleweight James Moore, 15-1 (10 KOS), a native of County Wicklow, Ireland, who fights out of Queens, New York, incurred his first defeat at the Aviator Sports Complex in Brooklyn, New York, on June 4.   Gabriel Rosado, 10-2 (6 KOS), of Philadelphia, won a unanimous 8 round decision by the scores..Full Story

McCullough Sets the Record Straight
George Town, Grand Cayman (June 17, 2008) – Whether it was a misunderstanding or just plain hype, Cheryl McCullough would have none of it. Upon reading comments made by Juan Ruiz on boxing websites this morning which -- in the eyes of this longtime manager/wife of 1992 Irish Olympic Silver Medalist and former world champion Wayne McCullough – concerned her as ones designed to tarnish his spotless reputation as one of boxing’s really solid citizens..Full Story

Video Streaming and Three huge photo galleries! Photos: Lori Steinhorst, Mary Ann Owen (Video/photos - Sue TL Fox) June 17, 2008

(JUNE 17) WBAN has just published video streaming of the PRESS CONFERENCE and WEIGH-IN, and THREE huge photo galleries (Galleries #480, #481, and #482 with over 160 huge photos) of the June 13th card in New Mexico. There are fight photos, weigh-ins shots, and more.  Also, photos of WBAN's "History Making" winners of the WBAN Belt.  Login

Video Streaming: Weigh-In for PPV Event June 15, 2008 Footage by Sue TL Fox Photo: Mary Ann Owen

 (JUNE 15) WBAN has just published the video streaming of the Weigh-In of the PPV with Holly Holm-Mary Jo Sanders, Garside-Hallback, Dunaway-Rodriguez, and Moreno-Olszewski Login

WBAN makes its own History!...By Sue TL Fox June 15, 2008 Photo: Lori Steinhorst

(JUNE 15) On Friday night at the Isleta Casino & Resort, in Albuquerque, New Mexico,  on the televised PPV event “FINALLY”---WBAN “Finally” made its own history in the sport.  WBAN celebrates its 10-year anniversary of being live ...Full Story

iBN Sports and Al Bernstein Agree to Multi-Year Deal -Bernstein to Host Own Show and Contribute to Fight Events on iBN Sports
Foothill Ranch, Calif. – June 14, 2008 – iBN Sports, a premiere Internet-based broadcast sports television network, announced that it has reached a multi-year agreement with Al Bernstein. iBN Sports and Bernstein will collaborate to produce original boxing and fight related programming on a designated Al Bernstein Channel over the iBN Sports network. In addition, this..Full Story

“Last Chance!”  Toney-Rahman in "Best Damn" Rematch  Los Angeles, CA (June 13, 2008) – In a classic crossroads battle of two former champions trying to sustain their careers for one last shot at another title, James “Lights Out” Toney and Hasim “The Rock” Rahman will hook up in their long-awaited rematch on Wednesday night, July 16.  Full Story

Weigh-In in Albuquerque! Photos: Mary Ann Owen June 12, 2008

(JUNE 12) Today the weigh-in was held for tomorrow night's PPV boxing event that will be held at the Isleta Casino & Resort.  There was a huge turnout for the event, and all of the women made weight with no problems. [WBAN will be having the weigh-in and press conference video-streamed after the fight takes place.  More

ALEX VALDEZ VS. ANYETEI LARYEA HEADLINES NEXT FRIDAY NIGHT IN CHICAGO  (JUNE 12) World ranked bantamweight contender Alex Valdez returns to Chicago next Friday night, June 20th to face Ghana-based veteran spoiler Anyetei Laryea in the ten round main event at FEARLESS, an outstanding evening of World Class Professional Boxing presented by Dominic Pesoli’s 8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST ....Full Story

Predictions: Finally Submitted by Amy Green June 10, 2008

(JUNE 10)  "Finally" is all set to go Friday, June 13th,  at the Isleta Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The IFBA light middleweight title bout between Holly Holm and Mary Jo Sanders has been much discussed and everyone has opinions and comments to spare. Experts, fighters, and writers and boxing industry professionals offered their predictions and comments on the main event for all to read and further discuss. Predictions!

Duddy returns June 28th in Boston -Headlining “Hassle In The Castle”

NEW YORK (June 9, 2008) – Undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy returns to the ring June 28 with a new head trainer in his corner, Pat Burns, in the 10-round main event against Charles Howe, headlining “Hassle In The Castle” at The Castle in Boston.  Full Story

Pavlik lights up Lockett, now the real work begins. - By Mike Cassell - The Philadelphia boxing report (JUN 8) As the Floyd Mayweather Jr. era comes to a close, it seems fitting that a fighter like Kelly Pavlik 34-0 (30 KO) has emerged. Although he has fought very far above his competition and has done so in an absolutely spectacular fashion, someone often needs to remind this humble young man that he is the recognized undisputed middleweight champion of the world, the 300lb. gorilla of American middleweight boxing. On Saturday night he went in as a 25 – 1 favorite...Full Story

‘Famosa’ Returns to the ring with Golden Boy in his corner LOS ANGELES, June 8 – After facing the best fighters of his era and becoming the first fighter of Salvadorian decent to win a world championship, Carlos “Famoso” Hernandez’s place in boxing history is already secure. But after a year and a half away from the game, Hernandez’s desire to once again wear a world championship belt around his waist has been renewed and he has chosen Golden Boy Promotions as the team to bring him back to the top. Full Story

Tavoris Cloud vs. Julio Gonzalez on August 8th in Chicago (JUN 7) The highly anticipated showdown between unbeaten light heavyweight Tavoris Cloud and former world champion Julio Gonzalez will take place on Friday, August 8th at Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom and will be broadcast on ESPN2, announced Dominic Pesoli, President of 8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING, who will promote the event along with Chicago- based A TEAM ..Full Story

Previously undefeated junior middleweight James Moore shockingly upset Source: Press Release June 6, 2008

(JUNE 6) Winky Wright Productions and Thomas Gallagher Promotions, in association with Sal Musemeci’s Final Forum, put together a sensational fight card at the Aviator Sports Complex in Brooklyn, New York, on June 4 that was televised on ESPN 2’s Wednesday Night Fights.  Full Story

Montell Griffin Fights in Chicago on June 20th June 6, 2008

CHICAGO, IL (June 6, 2008) “Nine years is a long time to be fighting out of town, I’m thrilled to be fighting at home on June 20th” said former world champion Montell “ICE” Griffin after a training session in his native Chicago. ‘I’ve been on the road for while and it’s nice that my kids and family can come see me fight in Chicago,” continued Griffin who was tutored..Full Story
 

The Return of the Mack - Yusaf shows off his new belt Source: Press Release June 6, 2008

The new NABA Light Heavyweight Champion Yusaf Mack returned victorious to his long time ‘home’, the legendary James Shuler Memorial Gym in West Philadelphia, to show off the belt he won on Wednesday evening having beaten Daniel Judah, of the famed Brooklyn Judah family, by unanimous decision.  Full Story

Where Are They Now? Leo Randolph By Shawn M. Murphy June 6, 2008

Recently I interviewed 1976 Olympic Gold Medalist and former World Super Bantamweight Champ Leo Randolph. Randolph had a great amateur career, highlighted by a gold medal as part of the “Dream Team”, along with Leon and Michael Spinks, Sugar Ray Leonard and Howard Davis jr. Randolph won the WBA Super Bantamweight title in 1980, but lost it in his first defense. Randolph shockingly retired after that loss...Full Interview

Minister Cullen Hails the Performance of Irelands Olympians..By Bernard O'Neill
(JUNE 6) The Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism, Martin Cullen TD, has hailed the achievement of the Irish Amateur Boxing Association in getting five boxers qualified for the 2008 Olympic Games.  Irish captain Ken Egan, Darren Sutherland, John Joe Joyce, John Joe Nevin and Paddy Barnes have all booked their tickets for Beijing following long and ..Full Story

Ornelas to Headline "Solo Boxeo" on July 4th  LOS ANGELES, June 5 – If middleweight contender Enrique Ornelas has anything to say about matters, the sky won’t be the only place to see fireworks this Fourth of July, as he will be putting on his own explosive display in the ring as the featured attraction in the main event of the July 4th edition of ..Full Story

"Fright Night" Features Oakey vs. Francis June 5, 2008

(JUNE 5) Tony Oakey steps into his hometown ring on Friday, June 13, 2008 on a card billed as "Fright Night", to defend his British light heavyweight title against Commonwealth champion, the hard punching Dean Francis.  Both of these fighters know that only one of them can go forward and loss ..Full Story

Unbeaten heavyweight prospect
Tony “TNT” Grano in toughest test vs. Leroy Childs HARTFORD (June 5, 2008) – Unbeaten Hartford heavyweight prospect Tony “TNT’ Grano, one of New England’s most popular fighters, steps up in class June 13th when he takes on Missouri knockout artist Leroy Childs in the 8-round co-feature on “Connecticut Conquest” at the Connecticut ..Full Story

Duddy returns June 28th in Boston
Headlining “Hassle In The Castle”
NEW YORK (June 5, 2008) – Undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy returns to the ring June 28 with a new head trainer in his corner, Pat Burns, in the 10-round main event against Charles Howe, headlining “Hassle In The Castle” at The Castle in Boston.  Full Story

The Ghost returns to haunt Boardwalk Hall yet again....By Mike Cassell The Philadelphia Boxing Report 6/5/2008 When I asked Philadelphia middleweight legend Bernard Hopkins what he thought of Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik (33-0, 29 KOs), last year, his reply was simply, “don’t believe the hype”. Well, I’m sorry Bernard, I’m believing, buying, and getting in line for some more, when it comes to Kelly Pavlik. On Saturday night, Pavlik returns to the..Full Story

Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing appoints Kevin Rooney Jr., Director, Media Relations
Bronx, NY - Jun 04, 2008: Joe DeGuardia, President of Star Boxing announced today, the appointment of Kevin Rooney Jr., Director of Media Relations. Rooney, a 2006 graduate of Fordham University, is no stranger to the boxing world being the son of world renowned trainer Kevin Rooney and godson of 6-time world champion Vinny Pazienza. In addition to Kevin Jr.'s work with Kevin Sr. and the world renowned Cus D'Amato..Full Story

Irish Olympic Boxers Recognised in Athlone
(JUNE 4) The five Irish boxers who have qualified for the Beijing Olympics were recognised at a ceremony in Athlone on Wednesday evening, 4 June. The event was organised by Athlone Institute of Technology and FÁS, and represented the first time that the five Olympians were brought together for a function. The boxers are: Paddy Barnes (Belfast), Kenneth Egan..Full Story

“Pito” Cardona out of fight, going in CES Ring of Honor Remillard -Magallon HARTFORD (June 4, 2008) – Hartford’s popular boxer Israel “Pito” Cardona injured his elbow, forcing him to withdraw from his scheduled June 13th fight against Jason Pires, but promoter Jimmy Burchfield has announced that Cardona will be inducted into the CES Ring of Honor during a special ceremony mid-way through the “Connecticut Conquest” pro boxing card at the Connecticut..Full Story

Historic Women's Pro Boxing Week Coming Up June 4, 2008

(JUNE 4) Women’s boxing history will be made this month when an all-women’s pay-per-view card, “Finally,” is supported the night before by an all-women’s nationally televised show, Fox Sport Network’s Best Damn Championship Fight Night Period. A total of six world championship bouts will be held for seven different world titles – 6 International Female Boxers Association (IFBA) and one International Boxing Association (IBA).  Full Story

How to Bet on Boxing June 3, 2008

(JUNE 3) Few sports rely as heavily on the income derived from betting as the sport of boxing. Since the very beginning of the profession, boxing has existed largely because people are willing to bet on the outcome. For example, betting on boxing matches is a natural part of Casino Gaming, just like blackjack and roulette is. As a result, boxing matches rank as the worlds most bet upon events, rivaling even the Super Bowl. From the boxing hey-days of last century, with legendary fights like Ali vs. Frazier..Full Story

Gomez Proves he is the best Welterweight! June 1, 2008

(JUNE 1) Joe "Iron Man" Gomez defeated slick Abel Perry, 9-2 (3 KOs) over 8 rounds, on Saturday night at the Sky Ute Casino. Gomez is now, 15-1-1 (5 KOs).  Gomez who has been ducked by other so-called top Welterweights has been challenged by Elco Garcia. Will the two four corners favorites do battle. Not likely states Lenny Fresquez,  Gomez's promoter.  Full Story

Belinszky wins by unanimous decision Story and Photos by JollyDee June 1, 2008 *huge photo gallery to be posted soon!

Seldon and Simon club their way to KO wins! Prospect looks to move up, while former champ hopes to get back.
By Mike Indri -Retired Boxers Foundation
(JUNE 1) Atlantic City - Last night the popular House of Blues club, at the Showboat Hotel & Casino, was turned into a proverbial House of "Bruise", as the Rising Star Promotions five-bout fightcard held at the hot nightspot was filled with enough knockdowns and knockouts to keep any KO-minded boxing fan happy.  Full Story

Danny Garcia: Philadelphia’s Newest Boxing Sensation By Mario Serrano – Publicist May 30, 2008

Ballroom Boxing Thursday
(MAY 26) The "rematch" between heavyweights "The People's Champion" Jonathan Felton of Stafford, VA and Baltimore's Askia Snyder will be on this card in another four-round bout. Back on January 31 at Michael's, the two men made national press when they brawled before the bell even rang. Felton comes in with a record of 5-9, five KO's. Snyder was making his pro debut on the January 31 card and has one no contest on his record. More

National Youth Championships
By Bernard O'Neill (MAY 25) Glen Clarke, Conor Coyle, Rory O'Donoghue and Michael Bustard advanced from the opening four bouts of the National Youth Championships at the National Stadium in Dublin this afternoon.  O'Donoghue, a three times Irish champion, and Cork's only representative at the tournament, impressed in his win over Ben McCourt.  Full Story

Bouts Added to Ballroom Card
(MAY 24) The Ballroom Boxing card slated for Thursday, May 29 at Michael's Eighth Avenue in Glen Burnie, MD is starting to fill out. Here are some bouts that have been added to the card.  The "rematch" between heavyweights "The People's Champion" Jonathan Felton of Stafford, VA and Baltimore's Askia Snyder will be on this card in another four-round bout. Back on January 31 at Michael's..Full Story

Boxing's Future is on June 27 "Solo Boxeo" at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa  LOS ANGELES, May 24 – In a few years, boxing historians may look back on Friday, June 27 as a day when fans got to see the fighters making up the future of the sport of boxing all fighting on one spectacular card. Given the amateur pedigree and pro success of Abner Mares, Nestor Rocha, the Velasquez Brothers and Hector Sanchez – who own a combined pro record of 61-0 – it goes..Full Story
 

8 Count Productions Returns to Chicago's Aragon Ballroom on June 20th May 24, 2008

CHICAGO, IL (May 22, 2008) World Class Professional Boxing Returns to Chicago as Dominic Pesoli’s 8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING and Bob Arum’s Top Rank Incorporated present FEARLESS, an action packed evening of world class professional boxing on Friday, June 20th at the Aragon Ballroom.   Full Story

Manchester Reaches Boiling Point For Hatton vs. Lazcano May 24, 2008

(MAY 24) With the excitement in North West England reaching a fever pitch for Ricky Hatton's much anticipated return to his beloved city of Manchester, there are many questions still to be answered surrounding this massive fight card which will be played out in the open air City of Manchester Stadium before a record breaking 56,000 spectators.  Full Story

AL BERNSTEIN ADDS LUSTER TO HOLM-SANDERS PROMOTION (MAY 24) Al Bernstein will add his legendary status in boxing to one of the best female matches in the sport's history, when he makes a celebrity appearance at the Isleta Casino and Resort for the June 13th Holly Holm-Mary Jo Sanders IFBA Jr. Middleweight Championship match. Full Story

Ray Hatton Gets It Done In Manchester
(MAY 22) Although he isn't as famous as his fighting sons, Ricky, the world light welterweight champion or Matthew, a British welterweight contender, Ray Hatton is definitely a heavyweight in the boxing business.  Full Story

Golden Boy's Robert Diaz In Manchester
For Hatton's Homecoming
(MAY 21) One of the most powerful matchmakers in the world of boxing today, Robert Diaz, has been in Manchester this week looking after the interests of his employer, Golden Boy Promotions, as they partner with Frank Maloney Promotions and Punch Promotions to put on the biggest fight card ever..Full Story

(MAY 16) In stark contrast to the circulating stories of an illness during training camp, which turned out to be nothing more than a fleeting minor virus, IBO/Ring Light Welterweight World Champion Ricky Hatton extended an open invitation to the British press yesterday to witness a rigorous display of his ..Full Story

Cruiserweight sensation Aaron Williams
headlines his first ESPN2 FNF show May 23
PROVIDENCE (May 14, 2008) – ESPN2 Friday Night Fights (ESPN2 FNF) returns May 23 to Rhode Island as unbeaten prospect “Awesome” Aaron Williams, the future of the cruiserweight division, headlines his first major show on “Ring Warriors,” promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES), live from Twin River...Full Story

(MAY 14) New York boxing fans be sure to tune in to WABC TV Eyewitness News Sports on Wednesday, May 14. Sports anchor Dr. Marvell Scott visits with current WIBA flyweight champion Eileen Olszewski (5-0-1).  Dr. Scott spoke with Eileen about her unique career choice from classically trained..Full Story

Golden Boy Promotions Signs Deal with Versus to televise Hatton vs. Lazcano
LOS ANGELES (May 14, 2008) – Golden Boy Promotions announced today a deal with VERSUS, the sports network that celebrates real competition in all its forms, to televise the Ricky Hatton vs. Juan Lazcano and Paulie Malignaggi vs. Lovemore N’Dou world championship doubleheader.  Full Story

Munoz enters Mexican lion’s den for
Super Flyweight Unification vs. Mijares
GOMEZ PALACIO, DURANGO, Mexico (May 13, 2008) – WBA champion Alexander “El Explosivio” Munoz is fighting in WBC title-holder Cristian Mijares’ hometown Saturday night (May 17) in the first super flyweight unification title bout in nearly a decade, headlining the “Noche de Campeones” pay-per-view event live from the Auditorio Centenario in Gomez Palacio..Full