WBO light heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev (22-0-1, 20KOs) brushed off the trash talk of IBF champion Bernard Hopkins. Kovalev is coming off the biggest win of his career, a fourth round TKO of previously undefeated Nathan Cleverly. Kovalev is likely going to make his first defense of the title in November. One possible opponent, althought it remains to be seen if it could be finalized before the end of the year - is WBC light heavyweight champion Adonis Stevenson, if he beats Tavoris Cloud next month. Because Hopkins and Kovalev fight on rival cable networks, the Russian fighter doesn't see the two of them being able to fight for some time.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8880033-sergey-kovalev-no-on-hopkins-yes-on-stevenson-fightsSaturday, August 31, 2013
Chepo Reynoso & Canelo Alvarez plan the downfall of Mayweather
Young yet subtle, supple and crafty, Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez has devised a ground breaking plot to engineer the downfall of Floyd "Money" Mayweather (44-0, 26KOs) on September 14th at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas. This megafight will broadcasted live on SHOWTIME PPV®. While hatching his own cunning and brilliant plan - part of which involves neutralizing the ace adapter, Canelo has also taken time to carefully study the performances of fighters like Jose Luis
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877689-canelo-chepo-plot-to-end-mayweather-s-unbeaten-runDereck Chisora "I will smash Edmund Gerber"
Dereck Chisora says he’ll smash up Edmund Gerber to win the European Heavyweight title and then wants one of the all-reigning Klitschko brothers. The Finchley ace faces Gerber for the vacant title and will also put his WBO International title on the line at the Copper Box Arena on Saturday 21st September on a multi-title extravaganza featuring alongside British stars Billy Joe Saunders, John Ryder, Frankie Gavin and Paul Butler. ‘Del Boy’ is back on the road to challenge for the world heavyweight crown with back-to-back KO wins over Hector Alfredo Avila in April and unbeaten American Malik Scott in July.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877599-dereck-chisora-i-will-smash-edmund-gerberDereck Chisora "I will smash Edmund Gerber"
Dereck Chisora says he’ll smash up Edmund Gerber to win the European Heavyweight title and then wants one of the all-reigning Klitschko brothers. The Finchley ace faces Gerber for the vacant title and will also put his WBO International title on the line at the Copper Box Arena on Saturday 21st September on a multi-title extravaganza featuring alongside British stars Billy Joe Saunders, John Ryder, Frankie Gavin and Paul Butler. ‘Del Boy’ is back on the road to challenge for the world heavyweight crown with back-to-back KO wins over Hector Alfredo Avila in April and unbeaten American Malik Scott in July.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877599-dereck-chisora-i-will-smash-edmund-gerberSeth Mitchell takes high ground with Arreola trash talk
Heavyweight contender Seth Mitchell (26-1, 19KOs) is not paying any attention to the trash talk that is coming from Chris Arreola (35-3, 30KOs). The two punchers will collide on September 7th at Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California. The NABO and WBC International heavyweight titles will be at stake. While they are contracted to different promoters, both fighters are managed by Al Haymon. Showtime will televise the fight. "I don't know exactly how the fight came into play, but it's a fight that I've been talking about amongst my team and my trainer for the last year and a half. I don't talk a lot and do a lot of name-calling, but I knew that this was a possible fight, a fight in the making. It just so happened that it came together. It's a great fight for the fans, it's a great fight for the heavyweight division," Mitchell said to BoxingScene.com.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877569-seth-mitchell-takes-high-ground-with-arreola-trash-talkSeth Mitchell takes high ground with Arreola trash talk
Heavyweight contender Seth Mitchell (26-1, 19KOs) is not paying any attention to the trash talk that is coming from Chris Arreola (35-3, 30KOs). The two punchers will collide on September 7th at Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio, California. The NABO and WBC International heavyweight titles will be at stake. While they are contracted to different promoters, both fighters are managed by Al Haymon. Showtime will televise the fight. "I don't know exactly how the fight came into play, but it's a fight that I've been talking about amongst my team and my trainer for the last year and a half. I don't talk a lot and do a lot of name-calling, but I knew that this was a possible fight, a fight in the making. It just so happened that it came together. It's a great fight for the fans, it's a great fight for the heavyweight division," Mitchell said to BoxingScene.com.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877569-seth-mitchell-takes-high-ground-with-arreola-trash-talkDeontay Wilder joins David Haye's training camp
Another week, another set of sparring partners at Hayemaker HQ, as American Deontay Wilder and Poland's Mariusz Wach arrive in the capital ahead of sparring duties with Britain's former WBA world heavyweight champion David Haye. The tall and talented pair, both world-class heavyweights in their own right, follow hot on the heels of Alexander Dimitrenko and Richard Towers, who will remain a go-to sparring partner in the final weeks of training.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877505-deontay-wilder-joins-david-haye-s-training-campDeontay Wilder joins David Haye's training camp
Another week, another set of sparring partners at Hayemaker HQ, as American Deontay Wilder and Poland's Mariusz Wach arrive in the capital ahead of sparring duties with Britain's former WBA world heavyweight champion David Haye. The tall and talented pair, both world-class heavyweights in their own right, follow hot on the heels of Alexander Dimitrenko and Richard Towers, who will remain a go-to sparring partner in the final weeks of training.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877505-deontay-wilder-joins-david-haye-s-training-campNonito Donaire vs. Vic Darchinyan II on November 9th
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=69145#ixzz2dYjNKfTk This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. BoxingScene.com has been advised that an HBO televised rematch between Nonito Donaire (31-2, 20 KOs) and Vic Darchinyan (39-5-1, 28 KOs) has been finalized for November 9th, likely at the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. Darchinyan's manager, Frank Espinoza, is confident his boxer can avenge a 2007 fifth round TKO loss to Donaire. The rematch is taking place at the featherweight limit of 126-pounds. "Vic has wanted this fight for years. This is the first featherweight fight for Vic, but it's also the first fight at 126 for Donaire. I'm confident my guy is capable of beating him. It's all about timing. Donaire just took a bad loss with Rigondeaux. It was his first career loss and a fighter usually needs a confi
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877445-nonito-donaire-vs-vic-darchinyan-ii-on-november-9thNonito Donaire vs. Vic Darchinyan II on November 9th
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=69145#ixzz2dYjNKfTk This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. BoxingScene.com has been advised that an HBO televised rematch between Nonito Donaire (31-2, 20 KOs) and Vic Darchinyan (39-5-1, 28 KOs) has been finalized for November 9th, likely at the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. Darchinyan's manager, Frank Espinoza, is confident his boxer can avenge a 2007 fifth round TKO loss to Donaire. The rematch is taking place at the featherweight limit of 126-pounds. "Vic has wanted this fight for years. This is the first featherweight fight for Vic, but it's also the first fight at 126 for Donaire. I'm confident my guy is capable of beating him. It's all about timing. Donaire just took a bad loss with Rigondeaux. It was his first career loss and a fighter usually needs a confi
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8877445-nonito-donaire-vs-vic-darchinyan-ii-on-november-9thFriday, August 30, 2013
Carl Froch vs. George Groves on November 23
Carl Froch will defend his WBA and IBF World super middleweight titles against George Groves at the Phones 4U Arena Manchester on Saturday November 23. Tickets for the blockbuster British showdown will go on sale at midday on September 17, when the champion and challenger go head-to-head at the first press conference for the fight. Full details on ticket prices will be released ahead of the sale date. Froch added the WBA belt to his IBF crown in an epic rematch with Mikkel Kessler in May, with former British and Commonwealth champ Groves extending his unbeaten record to 19 fights on the undercard at The O2.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8863857-carl-froch-vs-george-groves-on-november-23Julio Cesar Chavez jr discusses fights with Martinez, Golovkin, Ward, Bika
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr will make his return to the ring after a one year hiatus as he will take on the always tough Brian Vera at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA. The weight for the fight has been changed a few times and it will now take place at the Super Middleweight limit of 168 pounds. Originally the fight was scheduled for September 7th but due to a cut suffered by Chavez during training camp, the bout was postponed 3 weeks. Many questioned out loud if the real reason for the postponement was Chavez’s struggle to make weight despite him putting out a photograph of his cut getting stitched up.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8863717-julio-cesar-chavez-jr-wants-martinez-golovkin-ward-bikaFloyd Mayweather Sr thinks Floyd would defeat Adrien Broner
Floyd Mayweather Sr., father and co-trainer of WBC welterweight king Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26KOs), does not have a high opinion of WBA welterweight champion Adrien Broner (27-0, 24KOs). Experts often compare Mayweather and Broner, because of their in-ring styles and very talkative personalities. The two fighters, who are friendly with each other, are both managed by Al Haymon. Because they are now in the same division, fans and experts are equally interested in seeing the two of them face each other in the ring.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8863541-floyd-mayweather-sr-floyd-would-beat-broner-s-assWednesday, August 28, 2013
Chris Arreola "I am a hater!"
Seth Mitchell vs. Chris Arreola Set For September 6th In Indio, California Heavyweight contender Chris Arreola is just over a week away from his crossroads fight against Seth Mitchell. The outspoken fighter appeared on the latest edition of BoxingScene Radio to talk about the upcoming fight. In Arreola's mind, there really isn't anyway he can lose the fight. "There is no reason I should lose to this guy. The only way I can lose to this guy is if he lands a lucky punch but that isn't going to happen," Arreola confidently stated. Arreola is so confident that he will win the fight that he said that he doesn't see Mitchell surviving past the halfway mark of the fight, let alone all 12 rounds.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8830781-chris-arreola-i-am-a-hater-i-hate-this-guyChris Arreola "I am a hater!"
Seth Mitchell vs. Chris Arreola Set For September 6th In Indio, California Heavyweight contender Chris Arreola is just over a week away from his crossroads fight against Seth Mitchell. The outspoken fighter appeared on the latest edition of BoxingScene Radio to talk about the upcoming fight. In Arreola's mind, there really isn't anyway he can lose the fight. "There is no reason I should lose to this guy. The only way I can lose to this guy is if he lands a lucky punch but that isn't going to happen," Arreola confidently stated. Arreola is so confident that he will win the fight that he said that he doesn't see Mitchell surviving past the halfway mark of the fight, let alone all 12 rounds.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8830781-chris-arreola-i-am-a-hater-i-hate-this-guyShemuel Pagan signs with 50 cent
Lou DiBella and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and have officially announced the signing of Brooklyn's former amateur star, and now undefeated professional, Shemuel "The Chosen One" Pagan (2-0, 1KO) to an exclusive co-promotional agreement. Pagan is set to make his promotional debut on the DiBella Entertainment and SMS Promotions-promoted card on September 16, at Resorts World Casino NYC in Jamaica, Queens. "Shemuel has natural talent. His defensive skills match his offense, which allows him to effectively connect his punches and evade his opponents. We know that he will make it into that elite group of fighters and I'm excited to have the chance to be a part of his legacy," said 50 Cent.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8829991-shemuel-pagan-signs-with-50-centShemuel Pagan signs with 50 cent
Lou DiBella and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and have officially announced the signing of Brooklyn's former amateur star, and now undefeated professional, Shemuel "The Chosen One" Pagan (2-0, 1KO) to an exclusive co-promotional agreement. Pagan is set to make his promotional debut on the DiBella Entertainment and SMS Promotions-promoted card on September 16, at Resorts World Casino NYC in Jamaica, Queens. "Shemuel has natural talent. His defensive skills match his offense, which allows him to effectively connect his punches and evade his opponents. We know that he will make it into that elite group of fighters and I'm excited to have the chance to be a part of his legacy," said 50 Cent.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8829991-shemuel-pagan-signs-with-50-centTuesday, August 27, 2013
Virgil Hill Jr to make pro debut
Virgil Hill Jr, the son of former light heavyweight great Virgil Hill, will make his pro debut Friday in North Dakota. He is making the transition from minor league baseball into boxing.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8817235-virgil-hill-jr-to-make-pro-debutVirgil Hill Jr to make pro debut
Virgil Hill Jr, the son of former light heavyweight great Virgil Hill, will make his pro debut Friday in North Dakota. He is making the transition from minor league baseball into boxing.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8817235-virgil-hill-jr-to-make-pro-debutOscar De La Hoya helps Canelo Alvarez with his strategy
It’s almost as if Oscar De La Hoya is getting a rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. That’s how much a Saul “Canelo” Alvarez upset Sept. 14 in Las Vegas would mean to De La Hoya both personally and professionally. Throughout the buildup toward the biggest fight of Alvarez’s career, De La Hoya has made sure to relay as much invaluable advice to the young Mexican star as possible. The 40-year-old De La Hoya regularly advises Alvarez (42-0-1, 30 KOs) to avoid making the same mistakes that cost “The Golden Boy” when he dropped a split decision to Mayweather (44-0, 26 KOs) in May 2007.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8812171-oscar-de-la-hoya-canelo-will-do-what-i-couldntOscar De La Hoya helps Canelo Alvarez with his strategy
It’s almost as if Oscar De La Hoya is getting a rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. That’s how much a Saul “Canelo” Alvarez upset Sept. 14 in Las Vegas would mean to De La Hoya both personally and professionally. Throughout the buildup toward the biggest fight of Alvarez’s career, De La Hoya has made sure to relay as much invaluable advice to the young Mexican star as possible. The 40-year-old De La Hoya regularly advises Alvarez (42-0-1, 30 KOs) to avoid making the same mistakes that cost “The Golden Boy” when he dropped a split decision to Mayweather (44-0, 26 KOs) in May 2007.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8812171-oscar-de-la-hoya-canelo-will-do-what-i-couldntNacho Beristain "Mexican technique will defeat Bradley"
Juan Manuel Marquez has already secured being recognized as one of the greatest Mexican champions in the sport of boxing but he is still trying to add more to his 62 fight career. Marquez will try to capture his fifth world title in a fifth weight class when he takes on WBO Welterweight champion Timothy Bradley on October 12th in Las Vegas, NV. Marquez is coming off the biggest victory of his career as he knocked Manny Pacquiao out cold in the 6th round of their bout. While Marquez ended things emphatically, it was actually Pacquiao who was having success in the 2 rounds prior to Marquez landing his knockout blow. BoxingScene caught up with Marquez’s trainer Ignacio “Nacho” Beristain and was asked to give his thoughts on the upcoming clash.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8812063-nacho-beristain-mexican-technique-will-defeat-bradleyNacho Beristain "Mexican technique will defeat Bradley"
Juan Manuel Marquez has already secured being recognized as one of the greatest Mexican champions in the sport of boxing but he is still trying to add more to his 62 fight career. Marquez will try to capture his fifth world title in a fifth weight class when he takes on WBO Welterweight champion Timothy Bradley on October 12th in Las Vegas, NV. Marquez is coming off the biggest victory of his career as he knocked Manny Pacquiao out cold in the 6th round of their bout. While Marquez ended things emphatically, it was actually Pacquiao who was having success in the 2 rounds prior to Marquez landing his knockout blow. BoxingScene caught up with Marquez’s trainer Ignacio “Nacho” Beristain and was asked to give his thoughts on the upcoming clash.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8812063-nacho-beristain-mexican-technique-will-defeat-bradleyMike Stafford sounds off on his charge, Adrien Broner
Adrien Broner's trainer Mike Stafford gives his take on the Marcos Maidana and Paulie Malignaggi fallout. He also discusses a prospective match between Broner and Floyd Mayweather.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8811833-mike-stafford-adrien-broner-s-trainer-sounds-offManny Pacquiao sprains ankle
Manny Pacquiao sprained his ankle while playing basketball on Saturday but was able to attend the 11th anniversary celebration of the “River of God” church at the Crowne Plaza on Ortigas where he spoke to a huge congregation that listened intently. After the worship in which his wife Jinkee and their four children participated in actively, BoxingScene.com/Manila Standard and ABS-CBN’S Dyan Castillejo had an exclusive interview with the eight division world champion on a variety of issues.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8811517-manny-pacquiao-sprains-ankleZab Judah vs. Paulie Malignaggi
A Brooklyn superfight between natives Zab Judah and Paulie Malignaggi is being seriously discussed for Dec. 7 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., according to a source involved in the process. If the fight is made, it would land as the co-feature to the proposed Amir Khan-Devon Alexander bout.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8811605-zab-judah-vs-paulie-malignaggiZab Judah vs. Paulie Malignaggi
A Brooklyn superfight between natives Zab Judah and Paulie Malignaggi is being seriously discussed for Dec. 7 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., according to a source involved in the process. If the fight is made, it would land as the co-feature to the proposed Amir Khan-Devon Alexander bout.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8811605-zab-judah-vs-paulie-malignaggiMonday, August 26, 2013
Floyd Mayweather Sr. "Canelo's ass is cooked and roasted!"
As the Sep. 14 Floyd Mayweather-Saul Alvarez super fight inches closer to reality, there is no shortage of buzz or exposure for this year’s biggest event. The latest rumor that caught the sport like wildfire was of the reports of ‘Canelo’ destroying his sparring partners in his Big Bear training camp in California ahead of his challenge of Mayweather. Stories of guys being knocked out, broken ribs, and injured shoulders were coming from Canelo’s training bases, but people, especially those close to Mayweather, seemed skeptical. Add Mayweather’s father and head trainer Floyd Sr. to the list of those unconvinced. “It’s a bunch of BS,” Floyd Sr. stated recently. “That’s all it is, a bunch of BS.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8800939-floyd-mayweather-sr-canelo-s-ass-is-cooked-roastedFloyd Mayweather Sr. "Canelo's ass is cooked and roasted!"
As the Sep. 14 Floyd Mayweather-Saul Alvarez super fight inches closer to reality, there is no shortage of buzz or exposure for this year’s biggest event. The latest rumor that caught the sport like wildfire was of the reports of ‘Canelo’ destroying his sparring partners in his Big Bear training camp in California ahead of his challenge of Mayweather. Stories of guys being knocked out, broken ribs, and injured shoulders were coming from Canelo’s training bases, but people, especially those close to Mayweather, seemed skeptical. Add Mayweather’s father and head trainer Floyd Sr. to the list of those unconvinced. “It’s a bunch of BS,” Floyd Sr. stated recently. “That’s all it is, a bunch of BS.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8800939-floyd-mayweather-sr-canelo-s-ass-is-cooked-roastedLucas Matthysse "Angel Garcia is scared"
Lucas Matthysse has not let the verbal tauntings of Angel Garcia deter him. It seems to only make him meaner and more determined in his training.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8800649-lucas-matthysse-angel-garcia-is-scaredRiddick Bowe vs. Hulk Hogan
Riddick Bowe failed miserably in his try at muay thai two months ago where he got the crap kicked out of him. Now he looks to get into wrestling, the fake kind, and wants to face hulk hogan.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8800797-riddick-bowe-vs-hulk-hoganJoseph Parker New Zealand Heavyweight Prospect
Tua's calf injury and subsequent postponement has altered Parker's plans. Not drastically, though. If anything, his revised strategy will only further fuel appetite to view the 21-year-old's budding talents. Parker's quest for the New Zealand National Boxing Federation title, held by Afa Tatupu, is expected to be confirmed for October on Tuesday. "It's always been a goal. In my first year as a pro it's great to get the opportunity to fight for the title," Parker said after arriving home for a week yesterday. After an intensive seven week training camp with trainer Kevin Barry in Las Vegas, where he's run over 200 miles and sparred 80
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8794195-joseph-parker-new-zealand-s-heavweight-prospectNacho Beristain "It hurt me to see Abner get knocked out"
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=68989#ixzz2d5Lg8UN7 This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. Trainer Nacho Beristain had mixed emotions when he saw Jhonny Gonzalez (55-8, 47KOs) stop Abner Mares (26-1-1, 14KOs) in the first round of their fight on Saturday night at the StubHub Center in Carson, California. Nacho, who currently trains Gonzalez, is the former trainer for Mares and the two of them were very close. During the first round action, Gonzalez caught Mares with his big left hand to send him down once. And then it didn't take long for Gonzalez to drop him hard for a second time to
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8794133-nacho-beristain-it-hurt-me-to-see-abner-ko-dNacho Beristain "It hurt me to see Abner get knocked out"
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=68989#ixzz2d5Lg8UN7 This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. Trainer Nacho Beristain had mixed emotions when he saw Jhonny Gonzalez (55-8, 47KOs) stop Abner Mares (26-1-1, 14KOs) in the first round of their fight on Saturday night at the StubHub Center in Carson, California. Nacho, who currently trains Gonzalez, is the former trainer for Mares and the two of them were very close. During the first round action, Gonzalez caught Mares with his big left hand to send him down once. And then it didn't take long for Gonzalez to drop him hard for a second time to
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8794133-nacho-beristain-it-hurt-me-to-see-abner-ko-dBilly Joe Saunders wants middleweight title shot in 2014
BILLY JOE SAUNDERS is a man in a hurry to move into the world middleweight title mix. Saunders is setting himself the aim of becoming world champion within a year The Hatfield traveller meets unbeaten John Ryder at the Copper Box Arena in London’s Olympic Park on September 21 and is convinced a win will propel him into world class company. It will be his second fight in two months, having beaten Gary O’Sullivan via a unanimous points decision in July. And super-confident Saunders said: “I am hoping that, within 12 months, I can become a world champion – that’s my aim.” Saunders, though, is fully aware that there is no easy route to the top and said: “I’m only 23 and learning all the time.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8794095-billy-joe-saunders-wants-middleweight-title-shot-in-2014Billy Joe Saunders wants middleweight title shot in 2014
BILLY JOE SAUNDERS is a man in a hurry to move into the world middleweight title mix. Saunders is setting himself the aim of becoming world champion within a year The Hatfield traveller meets unbeaten John Ryder at the Copper Box Arena in London’s Olympic Park on September 21 and is convinced a win will propel him into world class company. It will be his second fight in two months, having beaten Gary O’Sullivan via a unanimous points decision in July. And super-confident Saunders said: “I am hoping that, within 12 months, I can become a world champion – that’s my aim.” Saunders, though, is fully aware that there is no easy route to the top and said: “I’m only 23 and learning all the time.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8794095-billy-joe-saunders-wants-middleweight-title-shot-in-2014Sunday, August 25, 2013
Mike Tyson "On verge of dying"
ormer heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson made some stunning revelations about his ongoing drug and alcohol addiction during a press conference Friday. “I haven’t drank or took drugs in six days, and for me that’s a miracle. I’ve been lying to everybody else that think I was sober, but I’m not,” Tyson, 47, told reporters in New York, where he was promoting his first fight card with Iron Mike Productions. “This is my sixth day. I’m never gonna use again.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8784285-mike-tyson-ive-lied-about-being-soberAll Access Mayweather Canelo Premiere
Showtime continues to go all in with its coverage of “The One” pay-per-view extravaganza between Floyd Mayweather and Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, which takes place September 14 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Saturday night featured the premiere of the four-part “All Access” series dedicated to the event. The prologue takes us back to the most in-ring achievements of both fighters. The first scene reveals the final moments of Mayweather’s dominant points win over Robert Guerrero this past May. “Still undefeated…” is belted out by Hall-of-Fame ring announcer Jimmy Lennon Jr as Mayweather picks up the 44th win of his career, now unbeaten through 17 years as a prizefighter “Right now I just can’t be beat,” insists Mayweather, a statement both with merit and without much room for debate.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8783363-all-access-mayweather-canelo-premiereJhonny Gonzalez kos Abner Mares in one
In a leading candidate for Upset of the Year - and possible Knockout of the Year - former two-division world champion and knockout artist Jhonny Gonzalez (55-8, 47 KO's) registered a stunning 2:55, first-round knockout over previously unbeaten Abner Mares (26-1-1, 14 KO's) Saturday on SHOWTIME® before 7,686 loud and enthusiastic fans at StubHub Center in Carson, Calif. Gonzalez's shocking upset victory in the WBC featherweight title fight sets up a possible showdown with Leo Santa Cruz (25-0-1, 15 KO's), who scored two knockdowns en route to an impressive third-round knockout over defending WBC super bantamweight champion Victor Terrazas (37-3-1, 21 KO's) in the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING co-feature.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8783083-jhonny-gonzalez-annhiliates-abner-mares-in-oneJhonny Gonzalez kos Abner Mares in one
In a leading candidate for Upset of the Year - and possible Knockout of the Year - former two-division world champion and knockout artist Jhonny Gonzalez (55-8, 47 KO's) registered a stunning 2:55, first-round knockout over previously unbeaten Abner Mares (26-1-1, 14 KO's) Saturday on SHOWTIME® before 7,686 loud and enthusiastic fans at StubHub Center in Carson, Calif. Gonzalez's shocking upset victory in the WBC featherweight title fight sets up a possible showdown with Leo Santa Cruz (25-0-1, 15 KO's), who scored two knockdowns en route to an impressive third-round knockout over defending WBC super bantamweight champion Victor Terrazas (37-3-1, 21 KO's) in the SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING co-feature.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8783083-jhonny-gonzalez-annhiliates-abner-mares-in-oneLeo Santa Cruz steamrolls Victor Terrazas
StubHub Center, Carson, California - Leo Santa Cruz (25-0-1, 15KOs) beat down Victor Terrazas (37-3-1, 21KOs) in three rounds to capture the WBC super bantamweight championship. Santa Cruz becomes a two-division beltholder. Santa Cruz had Terrazas on the backfoot in the very first round. Terrazas was fighting back hard, but getting hit often in the process. In the second, the right eye of Terrazas was swelling shut from the incoming punches and there were plenty of them landing.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8783045-leo-santa-cruz-steamrolls-victor-terrazasLeo Santa Cruz steamrolls Victor Terrazas
StubHub Center, Carson, California - Leo Santa Cruz (25-0-1, 15KOs) beat down Victor Terrazas (37-3-1, 21KOs) in three rounds to capture the WBC super bantamweight championship. Santa Cruz becomes a two-division beltholder. Santa Cruz had Terrazas on the backfoot in the very first round. Terrazas was fighting back hard, but getting hit often in the process. In the second, the right eye of Terrazas was swelling shut from the incoming punches and there were plenty of them landing.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8783045-leo-santa-cruz-steamrolls-victor-terrazasKubrat Pulev decisions Tony Thompson
Schwerin, Germany - In an IBF final eliminator, Tony Thompson (38-4, 26KOs) was coming off back to back knockout victories over highly regarded David Price, but his momentum wasn't enought to overcome the talented up and comer Kubrat Pulev (18-0, 9KOs). The scores were 116-112, 118-110 and 117-111 for Pulev. The Bulgarian heavyweight is now in line for the winner of October's title fight between Wladimir Klitschko and Alexander Povetkin.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8782995-kubrat-pulev-decisions-tony-thompsonSaturday, August 24, 2013
Oscar De La Hoya "Canelo will become a legend!"
Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya believes that Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez (42-0-1, 30KOs) beating Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26KOs) would be the most important win in Mexican boxing history - even more so than Julio Cesar Chavez's dramatic stoppage of Meldrick Taylor in the closing seconds of the twelfth round. Canelo will defend his WBC/WBA 154-pound titles against Mayweather on September 14th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774989-oscar-de-la-hoya-viva-caneloLucas Matthysse "Danny Garcia will crumble"
Junior welterweight Lucas Matthysse (34-2, 32KOs) is predicting that WBC/WBA champion Danny Garcia (26-0, 16KOs) will eventually fold from the power-punching pressure. Matthysse is planning a two-fisted assault on Garcia when they face each other on September 14th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Garcia has a good chin, but Matthysse says it will crack once the punch start landing. "Once I start putting my hands on Garcia, I'm positive that he won't be able to take it. I have full confidence that I'm going to win. I'm not worried about the referee or the judges, nothing is worrying me," said Matthysse during a radio appearance in Argentina.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774713-lucas-matthysse-garcia-will-crumble-garcia-will-fallJoel Diaz "Bob Arum wants Bradley to lose!"
As the Oct. 12 Tim Bradley-Juan Manuel Marquez pay per view showdown approaches us, there is some noticeable tension in the air. A visibly discouraged Bradley spoke on his concerns with me earlier this month pertaining to the drug testing protocols that are being used in advance of the bout. While initially seeking to have either VADA or USADA drug testing enforced, Bradley was thrown for a loop when he discovered that his promoter and Top Rank CEO Bob Arum instead had plans of using a third party agency in cooperation with the Nevada State Athletic Commission to oversee the testing.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774785-joel-diaz-bob-arum-wants-bradley-to-loseJhonny Gonzalez "This will be a total war"
Abner Mares is looking forward to putting his unbeaten record on the line when he makes the first defence of his WBC featherweight title against Jhonny Gonzalez in Carson, California on Saturday night. Mexican Mares became a three-weight champion when he stopped Daniel Ponce De Leon in the ninth round of their title fight in April. And with a solitary draw blotting an otherwise perfect 27-fight pro career, Mares goes into the clash against former champion Gonzalez a heavy favorite. However, the 27-year-old has full respect for the challenger, who made four successful defenses of the belt before losing to Ponce De Leon.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774631-jhonny-gonzalez-this-will-be-a-total-warJhonny Gonzalez "This will be a total war"
Abner Mares is looking forward to putting his unbeaten record on the line when he makes the first defence of his WBC featherweight title against Jhonny Gonzalez in Carson, California on Saturday night. Mexican Mares became a three-weight champion when he stopped Daniel Ponce De Leon in the ninth round of their title fight in April. And with a solitary draw blotting an otherwise perfect 27-fight pro career, Mares goes into the clash against former champion Gonzalez a heavy favorite. However, the 27-year-old has full respect for the challenger, who made four successful defenses of the belt before losing to Ponce De Leon.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774631-jhonny-gonzalez-this-will-be-a-total-warPrice's trainer picks Kubrat Pulev over Tony Thompson
Once again BoxNation, the Channel of Champions, delivers genuine world class action live to its subscribers from Schwerin, Germany this weekend with the heavyweight collision between unbeaten former European champion Kubrat Pulev of Bulgaria and veteran Washington DC dangerman Tony Thompson. The 12 round showdown is effectively a final eliminator for the IBF title currently in the custody of Wladimir Klitschko. Mandatory challenger Pulev, 32, a former medallist at both the European and World amateur championships and now victorious in 17 straight as a pro, enters as a 4-1 on betting favourite. However, he will be acutely aware of the carnage that the 41 year old Yankee southpaw can wreak. The fourth ranked 'Tiger' is fresh off a brace of conclusive stoppage wins against reigning British and Commonwealth king David Price – both times whilst operating out of the away corner.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774505-price-s-trainer-picking-kubrat-pulev-over-tony-thompsonPrice's trainer picks Kubrat Pulev over Tony Thompson
Once again BoxNation, the Channel of Champions, delivers genuine world class action live to its subscribers from Schwerin, Germany this weekend with the heavyweight collision between unbeaten former European champion Kubrat Pulev of Bulgaria and veteran Washington DC dangerman Tony Thompson. The 12 round showdown is effectively a final eliminator for the IBF title currently in the custody of Wladimir Klitschko. Mandatory challenger Pulev, 32, a former medallist at both the European and World amateur championships and now victorious in 17 straight as a pro, enters as a 4-1 on betting favourite. However, he will be acutely aware of the carnage that the 41 year old Yankee southpaw can wreak. The fourth ranked 'Tiger' is fresh off a brace of conclusive stoppage wins against reigning British and Commonwealth king David Price – both times whilst operating out of the away corner.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774505-price-s-trainer-picking-kubrat-pulev-over-tony-thompsonJuan Reyes and Jonathan Arellano war for a draw
Juan Reyes and Jonathan Arellano spent eight grueling rounds trying to outdo one another. Punch for punch or knockdown for knockdown, Reyes and Arellano let it all out on the line. When it was all said and done, a draw seemed the most fitting end to this grueling fight. Reyes and Arellano fought to an eight round majority decision draw before a vocal crowd at the Omega Products International in Corona, CA. The bout headlined a five-bout “New Blood” card, presented by Thompson Boxing Promotions.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774447-juan-reyes-and-jonathan-arellano-war-for-a-drawArgenis Mendez draws with Arash Usmanne
The evening began with a heavy lean towards the promotional debut of former heavyweight king Mike Tyson. Along the way, the in-ring action finally took center stage but ended on a strange note as Argenis Mendez and Arash Usmanne fought to a majority draw in their ESPN2-televised main event. Scores were 115-113 Usmanee and 114-114 (twice) in the main event Friday evening at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York. The bout came down to whether you preferred Mendez' superior boxing skills or Usmanee's non-stop aggression. While opinions varied through the first several rounds, the common line of thinking overall was that Mendez was in control and effect both as a counterpuncher and in making the
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774401-argenis-mendez-draws-with-arash-usmanne-in-tyson-s-promotional-debutArgenis Mendez draws with Arash Usmanne
The evening began with a heavy lean towards the promotional debut of former heavyweight king Mike Tyson. Along the way, the in-ring action finally took center stage but ended on a strange note as Argenis Mendez and Arash Usmanne fought to a majority draw in their ESPN2-televised main event. Scores were 115-113 Usmanee and 114-114 (twice) in the main event Friday evening at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York. The bout came down to whether you preferred Mendez' superior boxing skills or Usmanee's non-stop aggression. While opinions varied through the first several rounds, the common line of thinking overall was that Mendez was in control and effect both as a counterpuncher and in making the
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774401-argenis-mendez-draws-with-arash-usmanne-in-tyson-s-promotional-debutArgenis Mendez draws with Arash Usmanne
The evening began with a heavy lean towards the promotional debut of former heavyweight king Mike Tyson. Along the way, the in-ring action finally took center stage but ended on a strange note as Argenis Mendez and Arash Usmanne fought to a majority draw in their ESPN2-televised main event. Scores were 115-113 Usmanee and 114-114 (twice) in the main event Friday evening at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York. The bout came down to whether you preferred Mendez' superior boxing skills or Usmanee's non-stop aggression. While opinions varied through the first several rounds, the common line of thinking overall was that Mendez was in control and effect both as a counterpuncher and in making the
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8774401-argenis-mendez-draws-with-arash-usmanne-in-tyson-s-promotional-debutFriday, August 23, 2013
Mike Tyson the Promoter
Alcoholic. Suicidal. Abuser. Rapist. “Bite his ear!” Mike Tyson has heard it all throughout his life. And you know what? He will probably hear it more until a higher power decides he will no longer be amongst us on Earth. While there are people who tend to look at the glass half-empty in regards to Tyson, isn’t it about time people to move on from that? No? Well, that is your thing. I have already moved on. While people still think Tyson deserves to have things go bad in his life, I already accepted the fines, jail time, and bans he has faced throughout his life.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8764975-mike-tyson-the-promoterSergio Martinez to return in 2014
ablo Sarmiento, the trainer of WBC middleweight champion Sergio Martinez (51-2-2, 28KOs), expects his fighter to return in March or April of next year. Martinez suffered several injuries during April's twelve round unanimous decision victory over British contender Martin Murray. Pablo says there have been zero discussions regarding Sergio's next opponent. The biggest fight for Sergio in 2014 will IBO/WBA champion Gennady Golovkin - if he defeats Curtis Stevens in November.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8764891-sergio-martinez-to-return-in-spring-of-2014Floyd Mayweather Sr "Broner has fought stiffs!"
Trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. says several fighters have tried to copy the fighting style of his son, Floyd Mayweather Jr. The most recent fighter to box in a Mayweather-like manner is WBA welterweight champion Adrien Broner (27-0, 24KOs). Floyd Sr. says Andre Berto attempted to copy the Mayweather style and suffered heavy consquences in the ring. The vocal trainer expects Broner to suffer the same fate when he faces a real opponent. "Another one it's going to happen to, as soon as he gets the right man in his face, is Broner. Broner, so far, so good. He's doing it the best of anyone else that's did it. But then, also, he's had stiffs in front of him. He hasn't had no real fighter in front of him, man," Mayweather Sr. told writer David Mayo.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8764813-floyd-mayweather-sr-broner-has-fought-stiffsThursday, August 22, 2013
Gennady Golovkin vs Curtis Stevens
Middleweight contender Curtis Stevens (25-3, 18KOs) is very confident WBA/IBO champion Gennady Golovkin (27-0, 24KOs) will regret his decision to sign their bout agreement for November 2nd at The Theater in Madison Square Garden. Stevens says New York City is coming back strong to take over the entire middleweight division with fighters like WBO champion Peter Quillin and top contender Danny Jacobs. He wants to place himself in a top middleweight position by taking Golovkin out in the fall.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8752683-gennady-golovkin-vs-curtis-stevens-on-november-2ndLeonard Ellerbe "Those Canelo sparring partner stories are a joke!"
According to a BoxingScene.com report from Rene Umanzor last week, Saul Alvarez’s manager Eddy “Chepo” Reynoso is claiming that his man has been doing tremendous damage to his sparring partners in advance of his Sept. 14 clash with Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas. Golden Boy Promotions matchmaker Eric Gomez had the following to say after speaking with Chepo about Canelo’s camp in Big Bear, Calif. “He told me [Canelo] already knocked off four sparring partners. We’ve already changed eight or nine people and just [sent] him another from Philadelphia. I’ve never seen him like this. One of the sparring partners broke a rib, two other were injured, one of them injured a shoulder and another was knocked out.”
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8749787-leonard-ellerbe-canelo-s-sparring-partner-stories-are-a-jokeThe Lost Art of rope fighting
OVERNIGHT Muhammad Ali sprang a rope trick as baffling as any ever sprung by an Indian fakir. And George Foreman, trapped as anybody tranfixed by the whine of the pipes and the stare of the beady-eyed snake, eventually fell over. The end was his rude awakening as former heavyweight champion—and Ali's song of joy at paradise regained. The name of the game was rope-fighting. To Ali, it was a new gimmick, born of the ingenuity of his 32 years of age and 14 years in the ring. To students of ye olde art of the fistic it was nothing new. It was the best dodge of the game, a way of fighting to let the other fellow burn up energy while you look for a spot to unleash your punching power economically.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8744875-the-lost-art-of-rope-fightingLucas Matthysse "Mayweather is next after Danny Garcia"
Lucas Matthysse (34-2, 32KOs), the interim-junior welterweight champion of the World Boxing Council ( WBC ), has two objectives in view - to become the best pound for pound in the world and steal the night on September 14th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas . Matthysse will challenger full WBC/WBA champion Danny Garcia (26-0, 16KOs) on the Floyd Mayweather vs. Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez undercard. Matthysse hopes that a victor over Garcia will land him the opportunity to fight Mayweather next. "I'm the best in the division and I can prove it by winning this fight. I'm looking to be the best pound for pound in the world. I have no doubt that I can end his undefeated run. I feel physically and mentally prepared. I know he's a good fighter, but I am confident that I will overcome him. He's had good fights, but I've fought many good opponents. Hopefully I can win by knockout and get the best win of the evening," Matthysse said.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8745071-lucas-matthysse-mayweather-is-next-after-danny-garciaAbner Mares never takes the easy road
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=68867#ixzz2ci3FT32y This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. You would think Abner Mares has faced adversity to the highest degree in the ring over the last couple of years. Actually it is true Mares has faced one tough hombre after another. Not only has he fought them, but he has won every fight since a majority decision draw to Yonnhy Perez over four years ago. Even in that fight, a majority of press thought Mares did enough to win. Believe it or not, Mares has faced tougher challengers than Daniel Ponce De Leon, Anselmo Moreno, and Vic Darchinyan. Only these challenges were outside of the ring. They were on the rough neighborhoods of the Los Angeles suburb of Hawaiian Gardens. It was having to come back from an eye injury that required surgery to continue his career.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8743311-abner-mares-never-takes-the-easy-roadAbner Mares never takes the easy road
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=68867#ixzz2ci3FT32y This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. You would think Abner Mares has faced adversity to the highest degree in the ring over the last couple of years. Actually it is true Mares has faced one tough hombre after another. Not only has he fought them, but he has won every fight since a majority decision draw to Yonnhy Perez over four years ago. Even in that fight, a majority of press thought Mares did enough to win. Believe it or not, Mares has faced tougher challengers than Daniel Ponce De Leon, Anselmo Moreno, and Vic Darchinyan. Only these challenges were outside of the ring. They were on the rough neighborhoods of the Los Angeles suburb of Hawaiian Gardens. It was having to come back from an eye injury that required surgery to continue his career.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8743311-abner-mares-never-takes-the-easy-roadWednesday, August 21, 2013
Nacho Beristain "Canelo can win if he brings a baseball bat"
Renowned trainer Nacho Beristan has trained many champions and has faced some great fighters in his long and illustrious career as a trainer. Beristain has two big fights coming up as his fighter Jhonny Gonzalez will try to regain a world title against Abner Mares this Saturday night and Juan Manuel Marquez will tangle with Timothy Bradley in October to try to secure his fourth world title in a fourth weight class.
http://boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8726003-nacho-beristain-canelo-can-win-if-he-brings-a-baseball-batAdonis Stevenson & Sergey Kovalev on a collision course
WBC light heavyweight champion Adonis Stevenson (21-1, 18KOs) says his first round TKO of Chad Dawson was a more impressive victory than Sergey Kovalev's fourth round stoppage of Nathan Cleverly from last Saturday night in Wales. Kovalev (22-0-1, 20KOs) dropped Cleverly four times before the fight was stopped. Stevenson returns on September 28th against former champion Tavoris Cloud. Kovalev also plans to fight in the fall. HBO is reportedly interested in matching the two new champions.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8725673-adonis-stevenson-sergey-kovalev-on-a-collision-courseTuesday, August 20, 2013
Muhammad Ali "My Ten Toughest Opponents"
CAN FRANK SINATRA name his ten favorite songs? Could a child list his ten favorite candy bars? Can Jim Brown rattle off his ten toughest football games? And make those lists in order of preference? I doubt it. At least not without changing the lists many times over. I guess I have been asked to name "my toughest fights" at least a hundred times. And I have probably come up with almost as many different replies. It's difficult because I consider all of my fights tough and all of my opponents worthy. Until this time, I don't think I've ever had to sit down and give it thought. Running true to form, if you asked me the same question next week, my list might change again. I've had too many milestones in my career to possibly think of picking fights on their importance. There was probably no bigger challenge in my career than the one that George Foreman posed in Kinshasa, Zaire. Strangely, although regaining my crown will remain one of my greatest thrills, it wasn't one of my
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8718811-muhammad-ali-my-ten-toughest-opponentsMonday, August 19, 2013
Oujia board causes scary paranormal activity ghost caught on tape
Ouija board causes paranormal activity. I was going to use a ouija board to try to get in touch with my poltergeist / ghost / demon / whatever, but things kept getting in the way. I honestly don’t know if any, all, or none of this was the result of paranormal activity.
http://paranormalghoststories.com/2013/04/20/ouija-board-causes-scary-paranormal-activity-ghost-caught-on-tape/Robert Garcia "Pacquiao is not what he was"
Robert Garcia, trainer of Brandon Rios, has noticed a physical decline in eight division world champion Manny Pacquiao. Rios challenges Pacquiao on November 23rd in Macau, China. Garcia trained Antonio Margarito for his 2010 clash with Pacquiao, which took place at a catch-weight of 150-pounds. Margarito took a bad beating in the fight and lost a lopsided twelve round decision. During the fight, Margarito suffered a bad orbital bone injury and it led to his career coming to close. "We're going to prepare for the best Pacquiao, that same one from four years ago, that's the Pacquiao that we are going to prepare for. [But] there are little things that I've been noticing in his last two or three fights... he does not have the same strength and his legs are suffering from cramps.........[possibly the affects of] age, punishment in the gym. There are things that nobody can hide. It happen to athletes, boxers and there is nothing you can do [about it]," Garcia said.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8699563-robert-garcia-pacquiao-is-not-what-he-wasShane Mosley "Canelo can beat Mayweather"
Former three division world champion "Sugar" Shane Mosley is a mutual opponent for Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26KOs) and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez (42-0-1, 30KOs). Mosley lost to both by twelve round decision. On September 14th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Mayweather will once again move up in weight to challenge Canelo for his WBC/WBA junior middleweight titles at a catch-weight of 152-pounds. Mosley says the much younger, less experienced Canelo has all of the necessary tools to defeat Mayweather.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8699609-shane-mosley-canelo-can-beat-mayweatherSunday, August 18, 2013
Sergey Kovalev blows away Nathan Cleverly
Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff, Wales - In a career defining performance, Sergey Kovalev (22-0-1, 20KOs) stopped previously undefeated Nathan Cleverly (26-1, 12KOs) in four rounds to capture the WBO light heavyweight crown Kovalev, who knocked out most of his opponents within three rounds, came out throwing heavy shots in the first round. Kovalev hurt Cleverly badly in the third round, dropping him twice and nearly finishing him off. Kovalev picked things right back up in the fourth, throwing bombs to send Cleverly down for a third time and the referee waved things off. Many thought Kovalev had that mixture of fundamental skills and tremendous punching power that could fire up a new star in boxing. In many eyes, The Krusher even exceeded their expectations by completely annihilating Cleverly in four. Fighting on his opponent's home turf, Kovalev not only showed his stellar potential but also lived up to it, sending a sound note to every other champion and contender at 175 lbs. Despite
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8678221-sergey-kovalev-blows-away-nathan-cleverlyKiko Martinez halts Momo Romero
Atlantic City, New Jersey - Kiko Martinez put pressure on Jhonatan Romero from the opening seconds of the opening round and never turned it off. Romero tried in vain to keep Martinez away but ultimately failed, losing his junior featherweight title by a sixth-round technical knockout. Referee David Fields halted the onslaught 2 minute sand 40 seconds into the round. His mercy was necessary. Martinez, a fighter with four losses on his record who had never before fought for a world title, attacked Romero’s body relentlessly and sent hard haymakers upstairs. A wild right hand and a left hook hurt Romero early in the first round, with plenty of that stanza remaining. CompuBox credited Martinez with landing 40 of 88 power punches in the first three minutes of the fight, while Romero was just 8 of 34. Romero had to adjust, and so he did in the second round, frequently changing directions, popping a jab and moving, sending out combinations and moving, just moving and moving and movin
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8678257-kiko-martinez-halts-momo-romero-in-6Darren Barker upsets Daniel Geale
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The lesson was his blessing, but it was also nearly his undoing. Darren Barker had fought the middleweight champion and lost, bloodying Sergio Martinez but ultimately suffering an 11th-round knockout. It was his first pro defeat, but it also served as a confidence booster. He had stood in with the best, and so when he returned to the ring 14 months later he was aggressive — and successful. Barker scored a technical knockout over Kerry Hope in December 2012, scored a stoppage of Simone Rotolo in March, neither fight going past four rounds. Those victories landed him a shot at world titleholder Daniel Geale. His fan-friendly approach put him into an entertaining fight, and it nearly put him down for the count. In the sixth round, as Barker and Geale exchanged much like they had done for the previous 15 minutes of action, Geale laced a left hook to the body. Barker dropped to the canvas and looked as if he would stay there, rising to all fours only by
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8678275-darren-barker-upsets-daniel-gealeSaturday, August 17, 2013
John Mugabi a look back at his win over Frank Fletcher
It was during the 1980 Olympics and British promoter/manager Mickey Duff was watching some of the boxing on the telly in his London flat. The fact that a 19-year-old Ugandan welterweight named John Mugabi was blasting away most of the opposition did not escape Duff's eyes. After three KO wins, Mugabi then won a decision to land a spot in the gold medal round against the experienced Cuban southpaw, Andres Aldama. Mugabi would lose a 3-2 decisionto the Cuban in Moscow but Duff had seen enough. Duff wanted to sign the Ugandan and wasted no time making it happen. "I thought he was an animal," Duff said, recalling his thoughts while watching Mugabi work. The welterweight would become John Mugabi the junior middleweight. Along the way the nickname "The Beast" would be added although initially Duff was not keen on the name. But after a while it became evident that it fit Mugabi and his ways in the ring rather nicely.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8667985-john-mugabi-a-look-backJimmy Goodrich Forgotten Fighter
For more than seven years, Benny Leonard held a monopoly—a legal monopoly that no court could dissolve - the world lightweight championship. Leonard monopolized the crown simply by being so good that he was unbeatable. But then, in the summer of 1924, seemingly with no more worlds to conquer, Leonard announced his retirement as undefeated titleholder. This set off a scramble among the best 135-pounders in the world for the vacant crown, and a young fighter of Irish-German ancestry, toughened in the steel mills, emerged on top as the successor to Benny Leonard. His name was James Edward Moran, but in the ring he was called Jimmy Goodrich.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8667169-jimmy-goodrich-forgotten-fighterFriday, August 16, 2013
Canelo Alvarez destroying his sparring partners
WBC/WBA 154-pound champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez (42-0-1, 30KOs) is showing no mercy to his sparring partners, according to Golden Boy Promotions' head matchmaker Eric Gomez. Canelo is training in Big Bear for his September 14th fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26KOs). The match, taking place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, will be carried by Showtime Pay-Per-View. Gomez has been sending an army of sparring partners to Canelo's camp, because the Mexican star is knocking them out of rotation.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8651071-canelo-alvarez-breaking-ribs-knocking-out-sparring-partnersKid Galahad - second coming of prince naseem
Kid Galahad has vowed to give a “master class” when he takes on Jazza Dickens for the British super bantamweight title at the Magna Centre on September 14th, live on Channel 5 from 8.00pm. The WBC International champion accepts Jazza is "dangerous" but feels he is already "the best in Britain" and will show it against the English champion. “He is a good kid but I’m seven or eight levels above him,” Galahad said. “I’m the smartest and definitely the slickest – I’m the slickest for sure. "Jazza is a strong kid - he's physically strong and he can punch but on the night I'm going to be too much for him and it's going to show in the fight." Galahad, 23, has a perfect 14-0 record with seven knockouts and has already drawn comparisons to former Ingle Gym stable mate and former world champion Prince Naseem Hamed. But 22-year-old Dickens will certainly not make it an easy night for Kid.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8648877-kid-galahad-2nd-coming-of-prince-naseemAndre Berto On the shelf until 2014
Andre Berto (Winter Haven, Fla.) underwent successful surgery with highly-respected physician, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, on Wednesday afternoon in Los Angeles to repair a ruptured subscapularis tendon in his right shoulder. Dr. ElAttrache declared the surgery a success following the three and a half hour operation, during which he discovered that Berto had completely torn the tendon from top to bottom. During his post operative visit with Berto, he explained that the severity of the tear prevented him from being able to punch with any type of power with his right hand as well as fully lift his arm to protect himself from incoming punches. Berto is slated to begin rehabilitation in approximately six weeks and could resume boxing training in as soon as four months
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8648949-andre-berto-on-the-shelf-until-2014Andre Berto On the shelf until 2014
Andre Berto (Winter Haven, Fla.) underwent successful surgery with highly-respected physician, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, on Wednesday afternoon in Los Angeles to repair a ruptured subscapularis tendon in his right shoulder. Dr. ElAttrache declared the surgery a success following the three and a half hour operation, during which he discovered that Berto had completely torn the tendon from top to bottom. During his post operative visit with Berto, he explained that the severity of the tear prevented him from being able to punch with any type of power with his right hand as well as fully lift his arm to protect himself from incoming punches. Berto is slated to begin rehabilitation in approximately six weeks and could resume boxing training in as soon as four months
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8648949-andre-berto-on-the-shelf-until-2014Thursday, August 15, 2013
Foreman "Canelo by ko in 9!"
Former heavyweight champion George Foreman appeared on ATG Radio and discussed the upcoming mega-match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26KOs) and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez (42-0-1, 30KOs), scheduled to take place on September 14th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Foreman gives Canelo a huge shot to pull off the upset. He doesn't see any possible way that Mayweather is capable is doing damage on Canelo. Mayweather has only scored two stoppage victories since 2006, against Hatton and a controversial knockout of Victor Ortiz in 2011. "Alvarez, this is his fight to lose. I'll put it to you like this - he's younger,
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8632313-foreman-canelo-by-ko-in-9Darren Barker "This is for my brother"
DARREN BARKER will fight to keep alive his brother Gary’s memory when he challenges Daniel Geale for the world middleweight title this weekend. Barker admits he nearly hung up his gloves a year ago The Londoner admits he nearly hung up his gloves a year ago after an arm injury forced him to pull out of a fight. And that came after his brother was killed in a car accident at the age of 19 in December 2006. But the 31-year-old insists he is now in prime condition to win the IBF belt in Atlantic City in the early hours of Sunday thanks to yoga, meditation and training in a swimming pool. Barker says he is now in the shape of his life ahead of his bid to win the IBF belt Barker says he is now in the shape of his life ahead of his bid to win the IBF belt And he hopes to dedicate victory over 32-year-old Aussie Geale to his sibli
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8631885-darren-barker-this-is-for-my-brotherSergey Kovalev "Cleverly will find out why I'm called the 'Krusher'"
NATHAN CLEVERLY has been warned of the dangers of getting involved in a toe-to-toe battle with KO specialist Sergey Kovalev. Cleverly makes the sixth defence of his WBO light-heavyweight title against the big-punching Russian, at the Motorpoint Arena in Cardiff on Saturday night. And Kovalev’s trainer John David Jackson, a former two-weight world champion himself, believes the Welshman is likely to become his man’s latest quick-fire victim. Kovalev has put 19 of his 21 victims out on the canvas and Jackson is convinced Cleverly will be No.20. He said: “Sergey can match Nathan for boxing – but no way can Nathan match Sergey’s punching power. “If Cleverly’s dumb enough to stand with us, he’ll get knocked out. Once Sergey lands a big punch, I expect Nathan to go on the retreat and attempt to outbox us off the back foot. “He talks about having Plans A to Z but, come Saturday, he’ll have just one plan – survival mode. He won’t stave off Sergey by flicking jabs.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8632005-sergey-kovalev-cleverly-will-find-out-why-i-m-called-the-krusherWednesday, August 14, 2013
Bermane Stiverne is upset that Vitali Klitschko has not been stripped
Article Link - http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&opt=printable&id=68612#ixzz2bz3DU2nd This is a legal waiver. By copying and using the material from this article, you agree to give full credit to BoxingScene.com or provide a link to the original article. OTTAWA, Canada -The latest ruling by the World Boxing Council (WBC), allowing its heavyweight champion, Vitali "Dr. Ironfist" Klitschko (45-2, 41 KOs), to avoid fighting No. 1 mandatory challenger Bermane "B. Ware" Stiverne (23-1, 20 KOs), has drawn anger from an increasingly frustrated Team Stiverne. Stiverne has already won not one, but two WBC title eliminators, the latest against Chris Arreola (35-3, 30 KOs) on HBO this past April 27, and three different mandated purse bids have been postponed. Now, the WBC has announced that the 42-year-old Klitschko has suffered an injury to his right hand and he won't return to the ring until 2014. Plus, the WBC will not make a decision regarding his title situation until the first
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8620501-bermane-stiverne-vitali-is-injured-enough-is-enoughRuslan Provodnikov "WE Will create a war!"
Mike Alvarado and Ruslan Provodnikov were very respectful of one another Tuesday during a news conference to officially announce their highly anticipated junior welterweight title fight. Alvarado (34-1, 23 KOs) and Provodnikov (22-2, 15 KOs) are well aware, though, that they’re headed toward a night of inevitable brutality that’ll leave one of them way worse for wear Oct. 19 in Broomfield, Colo., near Alvarado’s native Denver. “I can confidently say that we’re both going to create a war,” Provodnikov said, “and I’m pretty sure that one of us is probably going to remain laying in the ring after the fight.” Alvarado and Provodnikov probably will have a tough time topping the stunning slugfest between Provodnikov and Timothy Bradley, which Bradley won by unanimous decision March 16 in Carson, Calif. Though Alvarado boxed more effectively during his rematch against Brandon Rios, their aggressive styles still should make for an all-action battle that prompted promoters t
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8616209-ruslan-provodnikov-we-will-create-a-warTuesday, August 13, 2013
Arturo Gatti - Micky Ward Legendary Nights Documentary
A fight between Mike Alvarado and Ruslan Provodnikov on its own is well worth the price of admission and then some. Still, Top Rank and HBO have decided to make the Oct. 19 show in Bloomfield, Colorado an even greater event. Alvarado was recently declared a “full” champion at 140 lb. by the WBO, with the interim title removed on the heels of Juan Manuel Marquez agreeing to challenge Tim Bradley for the 147 lb. belt. The showdown with Provodnikov was already going to happen, but the timing of Alvarado’s recognized championship status gives him home court advantage for his first title defense. Many are expecting the fight to be an instant classic and deep in discussion for Fight of the Year honors. It already has at least three other barnburners to measure up to, two of which include Alvarado and Provodnikov in separate fights. It will now also have to measure up to three more fights, a series of bouts that will be reintroduced to HBO viewers on that same evening.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8606355-arturo-gatti-micky-ward-legendary-nights-documentaryOujia board causes paranormal activity?
Youtube video link of a oujia board allegedly conjuring up some "paranormal activity". Check out the video and see for yourself
http://paranormalghoststories.com/2013/04/20/ouija-board-causes-scary-paranormal-activity-ghost-caught-on-tape/Oujia board causes paranormal activity?
Youtube video link of a oujia board allegedly conjuring up some "paranormal activity". Check out the video and see for yourself
http://paranormalghoststories.com/2013/04/20/ouija-board-causes-scary-paranormal-activity-ghost-caught-on-tape/Oujia board causes paranormal activity?
Youtube video link of a oujia board allegedly conjuring up some "paranormal activity"
http://paranormalghoststories.com/2013/04/20/ouija-board-causes-scary-paranormal-activity-ghost-caught-on-tape/Daniel Geale "Golovkin hasn' been tested"
IBF middleweight champion Daniel Geale (29-1, 15KOs) is not convinced about hype revolving around the WBA/IBO's champion Gennady Golovkin (27-0, 24KOs). Geale defends his title this Saturday against Darren Barker in Atlantic City. Golovkin was Geale's mandatory challenger earlier this year, but the Australian boxer took another direction and accepted a more lucrative fight against Anthony Mundine. If Geale wins this weekend, HBO would be very interested in a unification showdown with Golovkin.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8602227-daniel-geale-golovkin-hasnt-been-testedBryan Vera "Chavez Jr is a damn joke!"
"My manager is meeting with HBO about rescheduling so we will see what happens. This kid is a damn joke," Vera explained. The Texas native said that he had been having a very strong training camp and was right on a schedule for the September 7th date. Even though a new date hasn't been determined for the fight, Vera is going to follow through with a planned sparring session tomorrow. "Training has been going real good and I've been getting stronger and better each day. I'll be sparring tomorrow and I hope to hear officially what's going on," Vera told BoxingScene.com. Vera vowed that the postponement won't change the outcome of the fight and said that Chavez will pay the price when the fight gets rescheduled and they finally step in the ring.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8596335-bryan-vera-chavez-jr-is-a-damn-jokeMexicans vs. Filipinos on August 24th
The México–U.S. border City of Reynosa on the Mexican side of El Rio Grande will play host to the exciting August 24 Canelo Promotions card "Filipinas VS México: Reynosa de Campeonato" featuring tough Filipino boxers against hard-swinging Mexican fighters in WBC title fights. In the past, Reynosa has seen its share of violence from drug cartels operating in the border town right across Hidaldo, Texas, so Canelo Promotions brings an exciting evening of boxing for the entertainment of a great city in much need of a break. In the main event, 21 year-old Filipino Ernie Sanchez (14-3, 5 KOs) of General Santos City, will exchange leather with Mexican Miguel Ángel "Ranita" González (19-5-1, 10) of Guadalajara, Jalisco, for the WBC International Featherweight (126 lbs) Title. The Filipino's last two outings have been unanimous decision wins at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on thre undercards of Manny Pacquiao fights. This time around, the Filipino will take on "La Ranita" (
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8596315-mexicans-vs-filipinos-on-august-24thMexicans vs. Filipinos on August 24th
The México–U.S. border City of Reynosa on the Mexican side of El Rio Grande will play host to the exciting August 24 Canelo Promotions card "Filipinas VS México: Reynosa de Campeonato" featuring tough Filipino boxers against hard-swinging Mexican fighters in WBC title fights. In the past, Reynosa has seen its share of violence from drug cartels operating in the border town right across Hidaldo, Texas, so Canelo Promotions brings an exciting evening of boxing for the entertainment of a great city in much need of a break. In the main event, 21 year-old Filipino Ernie Sanchez (14-3, 5 KOs) of General Santos City, will exchange leather with Mexican Miguel Ángel "Ranita" González (19-5-1, 10) of Guadalajara, Jalisco, for the WBC International Featherweight (126 lbs) Title. The Filipino's last two outings have been unanimous decision wins at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on thre undercards of Manny Pacquiao fights. This time around, the Filipino will take on "La Ranita" (
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8596315-mexicans-vs-filipinos-on-august-24thOdlanier Solis vs. DeontayWilder
A prospective bout between Odlanier Solis and Deontay Wilder is discussed. Solis throws out the challenge to Wilder after the Bronze Bomber's impressive showing against Liakhovich.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8596279-odlanier-solis-vs-deontay-wilderMonday, August 12, 2013
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr-Brian Vera fight OFF
Former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has suffered a small cut on his eyelid, likely from a sparring session, and needs at least three weeks to properly heal. As a result, Chavez will not be ready to face Brian Vera in an HBO televised fight on September 7th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Chavez has been training in his hometown of Culiacan under the supervision of Vladimir Baldenebro, Alex Ariza and his father, the legendary Julio Cesar Chavez. Chavez's return has been pushed back several times. The young Mexican (46-1-1, 32KOs) has been inactive since last September when he suffered his first career defeat to Sergio Martinez. There has been rumors that Chavez was having issues with weight in his training camp. The bout was initially going to take place at 160, then pushed to 165 and then bumped up to the super middleweight limit of 168.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8589419-julio-cesar-chavez-jr-brian-vera-fight-offJulio Cesar Chavez Jr-Brian Vera fight OFF
Former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has suffered a small cut on his eyelid, likely from a sparring session, and needs at least three weeks to properly heal. As a result, Chavez will not be ready to face Brian Vera in an HBO televised fight on September 7th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Chavez has been training in his hometown of Culiacan under the supervision of Vladimir Baldenebro, Alex Ariza and his father, the legendary Julio Cesar Chavez. Chavez's return has been pushed back several times. The young Mexican (46-1-1, 32KOs) has been inactive since last September when he suffered his first career defeat to Sergio Martinez. There has been rumors that Chavez was having issues with weight in his training camp. The bout was initially going to take place at 160, then pushed to 165 and then bumped up to the super middleweight limit of 168.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8589419-julio-cesar-chavez-jr-brian-vera-fight-offMarcos Maidana "Broner needs an English teacher"
The target date is November 9th at the MGM Grand Arena for a fight between WBA welterweight champion Adrien Broner (27-0, 24KO) and top contender Marcos Maidana (34-3, 31KOs). The bout looks to be the head of a Showtime Pay Per View.
http://www.boxingdepot.net/blogs/news/8579941-marcos-maidana-broner-needs-an-english-teacher
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