Anthony Joshua Set to Fight for Career Against Ruiz in Rematch July 9, 2019

The political dilemma facing Anthony Joshua to become the undisputed heavyweight champion  May 30, 2019

Joshua: A victim of circumstance ahead of Ruiz bout  May 24, 2019  test

All Change For Joshua, But Everything Stays The Same May 10 2019

Anthony "Juice" Young Ready For Breakout Performance This Saturday Night Against Former World Champion Sadam Ali May 2, 2019

What’s The Next Challenge for Vasyl Lomachenko? April 17, 2019

Vasyl Lomachenko is considered by many as the number one pound-for-pound boxer on the planet at the moment and after his recent success again Anthony Crolla, the big question is: what is next for the WBA and WBO lightweight champion? Here is a look at three men the Ukrainian could face later in 2019 as he looks to continue his dominance of the 130-pound division. Mikey Garcia - Straight after his success over Crolla at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Lomachenko called out WBC title holder Mikey Garcia for a unification contest that would determine who is the number one boxer in the division.  Full Story

Michael Hunter Calls Out All Heavyweight Champions and Contenders March 22, 2019 Photo credit: Stephanie Trapp/Showtime Source/PR-Mario Serrano

 LAS VEGAS- Heavyweight contender Michael Hunter (16-1, 11 KOs), is calling out all top ten contenders in the heavyweight division. Hunter is riding an impressive four-right winning streak where he captured two recognizable titles, both of which came under the tutelage of former two-time heavyweight world champion, Hasin Rahman, who took over as head trainer in October of 2018.  On October 13, 2018, Michael Hunter traveled overseas to London, UK, and scored a 10th round TKO over previously unbeaten foe, Martin llunga (11-1, 8 KOs), capturing the IBO Inter-Continental Heavyweight title.  Incredibly, the following month, Hunter again traveled outside of the United States to Monte Carlo, Monaco, and scored another unbelievable TKO against Alexander Ustinov (34-3, 25 KOs), this time winning the vacant World Boxing Association International Heavyweight title in the Process.  Full Story

World-rated junior welterweight prospect Kendo "Tremendo" Castaneda fighting for future March 22, 2019 Source/PR-Bob Trieger

 LAS VEGAS- LAS VEGAS  - World Boxing Association (WBA) No. 14-rated junior welterweight prospect, undefeated Kendo "Tremendo" Castaneda will be at home Thursday, March 28, intending to make a strong impression for his future, against dangerous Dominican Eudy "AK47" Bernado in the 10-round main event at Cowboy Dance Hall in San Antonio, Texas.  Castaneda vs. Bernardo, co-promoted by Roy Jones Jr. (RJJ) Boxing Promotions and Leija Battah Promotions, will headline a card to be streamed live on UFC FIGHT PASS, starting at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. The show is the fourth under a new agreement between Castaneda's promoter, RJJ Boxing, and FIGHT PASS, to live stream up to 72 professional boxing events over the next three years. Full Story

Retirement May Be Best Move For Manny Pacquiao March 1, 2019 Photo Credit: BoxRec

Manny Pacquiao is one of the best boxers of all-time, cruising to championships in five different weight classes.  But with his latest fight with Adrien Broner being every bit the circus that a Broner fight is known to be, it has to be asked why Pacquiao would rather continue boxing than retire as one of the best fighters to ever step into the ring.  Any time the potential retirement of Manny Pacquiao comes up, his financial situation immediately comes to mind.  He has long been rumoured to be in dire financial straits, with his continued appearances in the ringsaid to be caused by the fact that he legitimately needs the funds.  But given his status as a powerful figure in politics in his native Philippines.....Full Story

Four of the best upcoming fights of 2019 February 19, 2019

Boxing has enjoyed huge success in recent years, with fans being treated to a throwback attitude from fighters in terms of the best of each division colliding with their most fearsome and best-matched rivals. For some time supporters of the sport were made to wait and wait for the biggest match-ups, but there has been a surge in truly great fights taking place of late, including across 2018. That looks set to continue into 2019, with many massive big-name bouts having already been signed and sealed for the upcoming months. With so many potentially entertaining fights on the horizon later this year, here are four of the most promising that fans have to look forward to across both the UK and America.  Full Story

Bellport’s Alex “El Toro” Vargas Dream Leads to “Rockin Fight’s Third Visit February 19, 2019

While Long Island has had its share of dreams and boxing prospects, Bellport has its latest. While many new boxers talk about the major transition from the amateurs to the pro ranks, a large contingent of the newcomers often make a point of all the sacrifices they have to make, but Bellport, Long Islands Alex “El Toro” Vargas sees it in a different light.  Just like the mainstream of the sports participants, absent a top echelon Mayweather / Andre Ward styled contract the 23-year-old fighting social worker, doesn’t see it that way. Diving in head first and taking it well beyond just keeping fit, training correctly and living healthily, it’s only after weeks of eight-hour days at the office, the added pressure of selling tickets, self-promotion, travelling to and from training and missing out on time with friends and family as large as an endeavor it is breaking into the paid ranks, already meeting his early challenge of the longer and additional rounds..Full Story

Will Free Streaming Take All of the Money Out of Pay Per View Boxing? February 10, 2019

On Fight Day, it only takes a few seconds typing into a search engine to find a bevy of links proclaiming to stream the fight for free. What's more - some of them actually work. The  recent Pacquiao vs. Broner megafight was the latest victim of this stream sniping, but there was no news from either camp or the fight producer about having lost a substantial amount of money.   One has to wonder, however: If fans can watch live boxing streaming for free, how long can the legitimate pay per view industry survive? Eventually, people will find the stream sniping links that work, and they will use them and tell friends about them. Once the technology is sound, taking down any individual stream sniper will not stop the show. Digital infrastructures can be proliferated with ease. Copycats will pop up with every new fight, and savvy snipers will have mirror streams on deck to go live as soon as the first stream is found and stopped. Full Story

New promotional company Shearns Boxing Promotions Announces inaugural show “Every Man For Himself” February 8, 2019

WORCESTER, Mass. – New England’s newest promotional company, Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP), held a press conference today to formally announce the presentation of its inaugural event, “Every Man For Himself,” on Friday night, March 15, at The Palladium in Worcester, MA. SBP’s philosophy is to promote entertaining, competitive fights, featuring several fights between New England boxers. Five of the eight fights on SBP’s inaugural card, for example, pit N.E. vs. N.E. fighters. Full Story

Caleb Plant Honored in Hometown of Ashland City, Tennessee –Receives Key to the City January 31, 2019

ASHLAND CITY, TN (January 31, 2019) – Hometown star and newly crowned IBF Super Middleweight Champion, Caleb “Sweethands” Plant, received a hero’s welcome back in his hometown of Ashland City, TN on Thursday. Caleb received the “Key to the City”, and multiple proclamations from Mayor of Cheatham County Kerry McCarver, Mayor of Ashland City Steve Allen, and State Senator Kerry Roberts and State Representative Mary Littleton of the Tennessee General Assembly. Full Story

How Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder are dragging heavyweight boxing towards a new golden era October 18, 2018

The sport of boxing looks set to usher in a new golden era of heavyweight action, thanks to the three biggest names in division. Britain's Anthony Joshua and Tyslon Fury, plus American Deontay Wilder, have ascended to the top of the heavyweight tree. Each has a distinct personality, each has a remarkable career record, and all three together represent the best in heavyweight boxing since the dominant reigns of the Klitschko brothers.  Back then fighting brothers Vitali and Wladimir vowed never to fight each other--a promise they made to their mother.  It meant they dominated the heavyweight landscape, but also totally stifled the division.  Their plodding, yet effective, fighting styles made for lengthy title reigns but delivered little in the way of true excitement.  Now, with the Klitschko era a thing of the past, heavyweight boxing has a chance to regain some of its former glory, with Joshua, Fury and Wilder all set to play starring roles.  Full Story

Reyes stops Garces; Silva batters Forero at “Night of Champions” October 11, 2018

St. Petersburg, FL (October 11, 2018) – Welterweight Mark Reyes Jr. Captured the ABF Continental Americas title with a third round stoppage of Mexico’s Juan Garces Saturday, October 6, 2018. “Night of Champions” was promoted by Fire Fist Boxing Promotions and the 11 bout card took place in front of a standing room only crowd at The Coliseum in St. Petersburg, Florida, USA. The card was broadcast live on Fite.TV and featured ringside commentary from Fire Fist Boxing Promotions’ very own Connor “The Kid” Coyle.  With a large group of supporters on hand, Reyes got off to a fast start and buzzed Garces with a hard right cross in the opening stanza. The popular 22-year-old Tampa native had a clear speed advantage and was able to consistently beat Garces to the punch in the second, though Garces did land a few good shots.  At the beginning of round three, Reyes threw a body shot that accidentally landed on Garces’ inner thigh. Garces immediately crashed to the canvas and appeared to be in significant pain. After an extended delay, Graces couldn’t continue and Reyes was awarded a TKO victory.  Full Story

Alexander Povetkin Looking to Use Underdog Status to His Advantage September 18, 2018

Russian fighter Alexander Povetkin is the latest challenger for Anthony Joshua and he will be looking to cause an upset when the pair enter the ring on September 22. Wembley Stadium plays host to a potentially explosive match-up as the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight champion faces the Olympic Gold Medallist. Povetkin's chances are already being written off by large swathes of the British media but he will be aiming to use that to his advantage.   Povetkin arrived in London on September 18 in preparation for his much-anticipated clash with Anthony Joshua. The 39-year old has enjoyed his previous visits to the UK and was last seen knocking out David Price at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff earlier this year. Price has warned Anthony Joshua not to underestimate his opponent describing the Russian as an "an accurate puncher", "clever" and a "good judge for distance". He admitted that Joshua is far more experienced on the bigger stage.....Full Story  

USA vs. Germany Duels to take place in Chattanooga alongside Eastern Qualifier September 18, 2018

 

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (September 18, 2018) -- Two of the world's top amateur boxing powerhouses will meet in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for two separate duels taking place Saturday, October 6 and Friday, Oct. 12, at the Chattanooga Convention Center.  The duels will feature some of the top male and female elite boxers from both the United States and Germany, as they prepare for the lead up to the Olympics in 2020. The two events will take place alongside this year's Eastern Elite Qualifier & Regional Open Championships, which is expected to have more than 650 boxers, aged 8-40, compete from Oct. 8-13.  "We are excited to host the German Federation, as they have hosted us numerous times for training camps over the past two years," said USA Boxing High Performance Director Matt Johnson. "This will be a great competition and a great opportunity for USA Boxing to showcase our next generation of Olympic hopefuls on home soil."  ....Full Story  

"The Bosnian Prince" Armin Mrkanovic defeats Nicholas Lavin this Past Friday night in Queens, New York May 22, 2018 Source/PR/Philly Boxing Photo credit:  Courtesy

  Queens, New York (May 22, 2018)--Armin "The Bosnian Prince" Mrkanovic returned to the ring after an 11-month absence to win a win six-round unanimous decision over Nicholas Lavin in a cruiserweight bout that took place this past Friday night at Amazura Concert Hall in the Jamaica section of Mrkanovic's hometown of Queens, New York. Mrkanovic controlled the action, and won by shutout scores of 60-54 on all cards to up his record to 8-3.  Full Story

Derrick Webster takes on Oscar Riojas for the ABF Super Middle Title in main event May 16, 2018 Source/PR

  Atlantic City, New Jersey (May 16, 2018)–Rising super middleweight contender Derrick Webster will headline a great night of boxing on Friday, June 1st at The Claridge Hotel when he takes tough veteran Oscar Riojas in a ten-round bout for the ABF Super Middleweight Title in the main event of a nine bout card. The show, which will coincide with The Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame weekend, is promoted by Mis Downing Promotions. Full Story

Liverpool’s boxing scene has gone from strength to strength the past few years and has grown.... Report by Gianluca Di Caro

(MAR 23) Liverpool's boxing scene has gone from strength to strength the past few years and has grown significantly every season.  A large part of this is almost certainly due to the successes of Merseysiders on both the Domestic as well as World Scene, fighters such as Derry Matthews, the Smith Brothers - Paul, Stephen, Liam and Callum.  Tony Bellew etc., and all the championships they've held over the years certainly has to be a major factor in the growth of the sport in the City.  A clear example of just how much the sport is blossoming...Full Story

(FEB 15)   RENO, NV - San Antonio's undefeated super-featherweight prospect, Ignacio Holguin Jr. (5-0-1, 5 KOs), takes a major step up in competition when he faces Robson Conceicao (5-0, 4 KOs), who captured Gold at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  Holguin, who's trained by Rick Nunez, took the fight on short notice, and has made weight for their scheduled 6-round bout that will take place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, NV, on the Ray Beltran vs. Paulus Moses card, promoted by Top Rank.  "This is a big fight for me and I'm ready to shock the world and give Conceicao his first loss." said Ignacio Holguin Jr., who arrived in Reno, NV this morning. "We finalized the fight last night, and I'm ready to go. I took this fight on short notice because I believe in myself, and my ability to come out victorious. I'm in great shape and ready to bring the heat."

Caleb "Sweethands" Plant Jumps Into the World of Crypto Currency with CampusCoin February 15, 2018 Source/PR/Mario Serrano Photo credit:  Courtesy

(FEB 15)  LAS VEGAS, NV - Undefeated super middleweight contender, Caleb "Sweethands" Plant (16-0, 10 KOs), will be the first professional boxer to jump into the world of Crypto-Currency. CampusCoin LLC will sponsor Plant for his upcoming fight against Rogelio "Porky" Medina (38-8, 32 KOs), February 17 in Primetime on Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes from Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas.   "I believe in CampusCoin and their vision on education," said Caleb Plant. "With technology moving at a rapid pace, everyone walking the planet must adapt to the ways of the future. CampusCoin provides the education needed to keep up with the times, especially in the world of crypto-currency. I'm happy to be part of the CampusCoin team and together we will build a better future with education being the foundation for our children."  "Caleb Plant is the future of boxing, a tremendous person, and we are very thrilled to be associated with his brand." said Matt Leonard, CampusCoin co-founder. This is a big opportunity for CampusCoin to be seen by millions on national television as Caleb marches to the pinnacle of the boxing world. CampusCoin is all about taking the forefront in crypto-education, and to provide all students with an incentive to excel in school."

5 Fab Fights to Look Forward to in March Photo Credit: (CC BY 2.0) by quapan February 12, 2018

With less than a month to go until his much-anticipated rematch with Tony Bellew, David Haye had to pull out of the planned fight due to a "freak training injury".  The bizarre injury in question reportedly saw him tear his bicep during a stair conditioning session, but it's the latest in a long line of injuries for Haye, and something that has defined the latter part of his career.  Full Story

Nutley, NJ (December 12, 2017)--This past week in Salt Lake City, Utah, Vito Mielnicki, Jr. captured the United States Junior National championship in the 145-pound division.  Mielnicki of Roseland, New Jersey moved up an unprecedented 10 weight classes where he competed at 106-pounds at the 2017 tournament, and defeated the number-two seed, Adam Calixto of Tampa, Florida in the semifinals. In the finals, Mielnicki defeated top seeded Obed Bartee-El of Huntsville, Alabama.  With the title, Mielnicki gained a spot in the 2018 United States Junior National Team, Where he will be heading to train with teammates on February 4th at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado to get ready for international competition.  Mielnicki is trained by Ahmad Elliot and Willie Moses, as well as strength and conditioning coach Fred Caruso.   Mielnicki is the son of the GH3 Promotions CEO Vito Mielnicki.

Cletus "The Hebrew Hallmer" Seldin to Make an almost Unprecedented return to HBO World Championship Boxing December 12, 2017 Source/PR

NEW YORK CITY (December 12, 2017) Boxing's newest star, undefeated junior welterweight CLETUS "The Hebrew Hammer" SELDIN, (21-0, 17 KO's) of Long Island, New York makes an almost unprecedented return to HBO World Championship Boxing in back to back months, returning to battle YVES ULYSSE JR., (14-1, 9 KO's), in a ten round clash this Saturday night, December 16 at the Place Bell in Laval, Quebec, Canada, just outside of Montreal. The bout will open the telecast at 9:40 p.m. ET. Promoted by Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing, Seldin makes his quick return to HBO World Championship following his sensational debut on the network November 11 from Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale where he dismantled once-defeated Mexican veteran Roberto Ortiz. Dropping Ortiz twice in the first round in the televised opener, Seldin would earn the stoppage in the third round as referee Shada Murdaugh stopped the aggressive onslaught at the 2:43 mark of star-making performance.
 

Surge in Boxing Sons Following Fathers into Combat December 11, 2017

There has long been a pattern of family members following in the footsteps of their fathers within sport, with boxing, in particular, seeing this emerge even more often.  Despite the brutality and risk that comes along with stepping into the ring as a professoinal prizefighter, the rewards seen greater for those who look up to their elder relatives and also go on to lace up their gloves.  There have been plenty of examples of this happening throughout the years, but in the recent past, there has been a surge of young fighters coming through their family's sporting ranks.   Full Story

Barrientes Twins From Pound-4-Pound Boxing Program Win Belts at 2017 USA Boxing Elite Youth National Championships December 11, 2017

LAS VEGAS, NV (December 11, 2017) – This past week, the “Pound-4-Pound” gym, Las Vegas’ # 1 amateur boxing program, sent eight members to the 2017 USA Boxing Elite Youth National Championships & Junior Open. The Barrientes twins, Chavez and Angel both qualified to represent Team USA in the Junior Division, by winning belts at the tournament. Angel Barrientes was voted most outstanding boxer of the tournament.  The five-day tournament, which took place in Salt Lake City, UT, at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center, had the best amateur boxers fighting to see who would triumph and represent Team USA.  “I’m very proud of our entire team who all fought hard and had tremendous success in this tournament,” said Pound-4-Pound head coach Richard Barrientes. “Although everyone didn’t come home with a belt, they all gave it their best, and gained a lot of experience. Angel and Chavez were outstanding, winning belts in their divisions. We competed against the best amateur boxers in the USA and held our own. Words can’t describe how happy I am with everyone’s performance.  Photos

Mike Gavronski took a major step towards realizing his goal of fighting for a world title in 2018 as the Tacoma fighter cracked the World Boxing Association’s Top 15 world rankings for the first time in his career. Gavronski, the North American Boxing Association super middleweight champion, came in at No. 13 in the most current WBA world rankings. Gavronski (25-2-1, 15 KOs) won the vacant NABA super middleweight title on Nov. 18 after defeating Andrew Hernandez by technical decision. The championship victory marked the fifth consecutive win for Gavronski.....Full Story

Exciting January Double Header Awaits Boxing Fans December 6, 2017

December 2017 Preview – a Fitting End to an Important Year November 22, 2017

Last amateur boxing show of the year November 16, 2017

NEW YORK (NOV. 16 2017) —Check out our last amateur boxing show of the year.  The weigh-in for this show will begin at 2:00 PM and the first bout will begin at 4:00 PM. 
All our bouts are sanctioned by USABoxingMetro. All boxers must have their boxing book with them in order to participate.  The ticket price is $25 per person. Children 6 and under are not charged. All gym members and registered amateurs with their books in hand pay $15 per person.  Gleason’s Gym will sponsor our last Monthly Boxing Show of 2017.  If You Want To Box on this show, contact the match maker - Jieun Lee. ( 917-858-3955 text only)  The show is open to any currently licensed amateur boxer. We are looking for Juniors, Seniors and Master boxers. Contact the matchmaker, Jieun Lee at 917 858 3955 or email her at matchmaker@gleasonsgym.net. Please include your name, weight, age, record and telephone number.

Collision Course: Opponents confirmed for Nielsen and Markussen August 16, 2015

Patrick Nielsen (26-1, 12 KOs) and Rudy Markussen (38-3, 25 KOs) continue their ‘Collision Course’ on September 12 when the Nordic Fight Night returns to the Arena Nord in Frederikshavn.   With a Danish mega-fight on the horizon, the bitter rivals cannot afford any slip-ups as they prepare to take on tough international opposition.  Nielsen, the current WBA International Champion, returns following a one sided points victory over Charles Adamu to face Brazilian brawler Samir Santos Barbosa (36-12-3, 25 KOs).  It will be youth versus experience in the co-featured main event when Markussen, a former European Champion and World title challenger, squares off against the 20 year-old Georgian Ramazi Gogichashvili (19-6-2, 9 KOs).  Tickets for ‘Collision Course’ featuring Patrick Nielsen vs. Samir Santos Barbosa and Rudy Markussen vs. Ramazi Gogichashvili are on sale now and available via arenanord.dk. All the action will be shown live on Viasat channels in Denmark.

GH3 Promotions Keenan Smith and Andrew Hernandez in action tonight August 15, 2015

Nutley, NJ  - Two fighters in the GH3 Promotions stable will be in action tonight as undefeated Welterweight Keenan Smith and Middleweight Andrew Hernandez will be in action on opposite sides of the country.  Smith of Philadelphia will risk his perfect record of 7-0 with 2 KO's when he takes on fellow undefeated Lavelle Hadley (2-0, 2 KO's) in a six-round bout at the Plyground in Atlantic City.  With a victory, Smith will be lined up for two national television appearances. First on September 18 on CBS Sports Network and then on November 6 on Showtime's ShoBox series. Both fights will take place at The D Hotel in Las Vegas.   Hernandez (9-1-1, 1 KO) of Tucson, Arizona will take on Louis Rose (12-2-1, 4 KO's) for the NABF Middleweight title at We Ko Pa Casino in Fort McDowell, Arizona in a fight co-promoted by Roy Jones Jr.  GH3 Promotions features undefeated Middleweight Antoine Douglas, Super Middleweight's Jerry Odom & Derrick Webster, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez as well as Boxcino 2015 Jr. Middleweight Champion John Thompson, Jr., undefeated Welterweight Jerrell Harris,undefeated Super Bantamweight Qa'id Muhammad, lightweight Oscar Bonilla, Heavyweight Natu Visinia, Light Heavyweight Lavarn Harvell, Jr. Lightweight O'Shanique Foster & Super Middleweight Andrew Hernandezto the GH3 Promotions stable.

Brilliant Brand Takes WBF World Title From Donfack August 10, 2015

Colombia’s Alexander Brand put on a brilliant performance in front of his local fans to take the World Boxing Federation (WBF) World Super Middleweight title from reigning champion Bernard Donfack from Germany on Sunday night, August 9, in Bogota.  Donfack, making his second defense of the title he won in May 2014 with a stoppage of Argentinean Javier Alberto Mamani, seemed unaffected by fighting in hostile territory, and was dangerous throughout the entire bout, but Brand was always one step ahead in an almost flawless performance. The challenger outclassed, outworked and out-thought his foe in more or less every round, and, while Donfack came to fight and do everything in his power to hold on to his crown, Brand was just a level above in every department on the night. South African judge Clifford Mbelo scored the fight a 120-108 shut-out, and judges Sergio Sotelo from Mexico and Jorge Falco from Argentina both had it 119-109, giving Donfack one round on their cards. Referee in control of the action was Colombian Manuel Rodriguez Soler.   With WBF President Howard Goldberg supervising from ringside, the new World Super Middleweight Champion improved his impressive record to 24-1 (19), his sole defeat a disputed decision against current WBC ruler Badou Jack, while Donfack travels back to Berlin at 22-12-3 (11). The fight was promoted by Hamir Gonzalez Ortega.

Sherman Williams & Marcus Upshaw Back in action this month August 9, 2015

MIAMI (August 9, 2015) - A pair of respected gatekeepers and noted road warriors, heavyweight Sherman "Tank" Williams and super middleweight Marcus "Arillius" Upshaw, will both be in crossroads fights this month, according to their manager, Si Stern, of SHS Boxing Management.  Williams (37-14-2, 20 KOs), fighting out of Nassau, Bahamas, travels to Romania to take on Christian Hammer (17-4, 10 KOs), August 28, in the 10-round main event in Galati's hometown of Galati. Upshaw(17-4-4, 8 KOs), 35, will fight in his home state for the first time in 2 ½ years on August 15, when he faces undefeated Turkish prospect Bugra Oener (9-0-0, 3 KOs) at Wynwood Stadium in Miami, in a 10-round fight for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Interim Mediterranean super middleweight title. "These two fights are very big for both fighters," Stern remarked. "Sherman has a great opportunity to be back on top in the heavyweight division. He's very smart and very experienced. Marcus can get back on the winning track where he should be."  Williams will be fighting in his eighth different country against Hammer, the former World Boxing Organization (WBO) European heavyweight champion. "I'm a Bahamian warrior," Williams explained why he fights so many opponents in their backyard. "By nature, in the Caribbean, we are known as pirates. I've traveled all my life. We have no borders, only waters to cross. Wherever I fight, I feel like it's my hometown of Nassau. This is the sixth different fight for me this year but the only one that's really happening. The others fell apart for one reason or another. I'm going to take advantage of this opportunity. I'll face adversity fighting in Romania for the first time but I'm going there with the intention of belting him from pillar to post. I'm going to take him out. I'm bringing my Conch punch (big overhand right), which is synonymous with the Bahamas, and people everywhere love it."  Hammer, who has defeated familiar names such as Kevin Johnson and Danny Williams, is coming off a loss this past February to unbeaten Tyson Fury, in which Hammer retired after the eighth round in their WBO International title fight.
 

Frank De Alba ready for biggest fight of his career TOMORROW NIGHT against Omar Douglas at Barclays Center in Brooklyn July 31, 2015

Brooklyn, NY (July 31, 2015)--TOMORROW NIGHT!! at Barclays Center, The 2nd installment of Premiere Boxing Champions on ESPN will take place with Danny Garcia meeting Paulie Malignaggi in the main event. In the co-feature, Daniel Jacobs will defend his Middleweight title against Sergio Mora.  In a bout that will take place before the live broadcast begins, an intriguing Jr. Lightweight battle between Frank De Alba and Omar Douglas will be streamed live on ESPN3.com at 8 PM ET.   De Alba of Reading, PA sees this fight as a chance to make a big name for himself fighting on a big card in front of the major boxing media.  The 28 year-old De Alba has a record of 16-1-2 with 6 knockouts and has won 14 in a row and is unbeaten in his last 18 fights. De Alba knows that this could be a fight against the undefeated Douglas, who will come in with a record of 14-0 with 11 knockouts, that will springboard him into the top-10 in the Jr. Lightweight division.

LGM Promotions Press Conference TODAY!! at Isla Bonita Restaurant in Jersey City at 4 PM -LGM Promotions back with another card on Saturday, August 15 at Pershing Field Ice Rink in Jersey City, New Jersey July 31, 2015

Jersey City, NJ (July 31, 2015)-TODAY!!! at the Isla Bonita Restaurant (406 Central Avenue in Jersey City) in Jersey City, New Jersey, LGM Promotions will hold a press conference in conjunction for a special night of boxing that will take place on Saturday, August 15 at Pershing Field Ice Rink.  The Press conference will begin at 4 PM ET.  To help celebrate the weekend, Puerto Rico's only 4-division world champion and future Hall of Famer Miguel Cotto has been confirmed as a special guest that will be in attendance on August 15.  The card will be headlined by a pair of 6-round bouts.   In one co-feature, undefeated Heavyweight Tyrell Wright (7-0-1, 5 KO's) of Jersey City, NJ will take on an opponent to be named.  In a rematch of a spirited draw that took place on March 14, Tyrone Luckey (6-4-2, 5 KO's) of Middletown, NJ will fight Jose Ortiz (3-2-2, 1 KO) of Jersey City, NJ.  In a four round bout, Hakim Bryant (3-0, 2 KO's) of Asbury Park, NJ will take on an opponent to be named in a Middleweight bout.  More bouts will be announced shortly with local fighters from Jersey City, Paterson and Newark highlighting the undercard.   Tickets are priced at $125 per person at a ringside table; $65 for Ringside; $55 for General Ringside; $35 for General Admission.

Antonio Tarver believes He is destined to be oldest World heavyweight champion July 21, 2015

MIAMI (July 21, 2015) - Five-time world champion Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver (31-6, 22 KOs) honestly believes that he is destined to become the oldest world heavyweight champion in boxing history.  Before he gets a world title shot against fellow 1996 Olympian Wladimir Klitschko, the universally recognized world heavyweight champion, Tarver realizes that he has to get past former two-time IBF champion Steve "USS" Cunningham (28-7, 13 KOs) in their 12-round heavyweight showdown August 14 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.  WBA #9 Tarver vs. IBF #6/WBC #14 Cunningham is the main event on a Premier Boxing Champions series show airing live on Spike TV, the same network Tarver serves as its boxing color commentator.   "I know my purpose will set me apart from some great champions," Tarver remarked. "I am supposed to be world heavyweight champion. I don't know how but I will be world heavyweight champion. I truly believe that it is my destiny. Cunningham can't stop me and neither can (Deontay) Wilder; he can't learn enough to beat me. I'll knock him out and get the one guy I really want to fight, Klitschko. When I beat him it'll be the greatest story in boxing history. All the disbelievers will have to believe in 'Magic Man!'  "Three years ago, I was buried six-feet under but they forgot to put dirt on me. Champions have to have resolve. I could have quit a lot of times. My resolve will make me world champion once again. No fighter has ever struggled like me and overcoming those struggles will make me world champion again."

Price and Teper weigh-in ahead of European title showdown July 16, 2015

David Price (19-2, 16 KOs) and Erkan Teper (14-0, 9 KOs) took to the scales today ahead of their European Heavyweight title fight on Friday night at the MHP Arena in Ludwigsburg, Germany.  Price, who tipped the scales at 113.1kg (17st 11lbs 1oz), looked in fine form as he attempts to wrestle the vacant European crown from the undefeated Teper, weighing in at 114.3kg (17st 13lbs 9oz), tomorrow night.   ‘’I feel great,’’ said the former British and Commonwealth Champion. ‘’I’m calm, collected and ready to go. This is a good weight for me. I’ve come in a little lighter than my last fight, but I’ve had a longer camp so that’s to be expected. I honestly believe I’m in the best shape of my career.   ‘’Now I just want to get in there and get the job done. I’m not worried about Teper, I just need to concentrate on what I’m doing. He’s a good boxer, he’s undefeated and has some decent wins on his record, but he’s never fought anyone like me. Mentally and physically, I couldn’t be better prepared. I’m 100% confident and ready to bring the belt home!’’

Al Bernstein Quick Hits Video Previews Chavez Jr. vs. Reyes July 16, 2015

(JULY 16) Hall of Fame Boxing Announcer Al Bernstein previews the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Marcos Reyes match on his Quick Hits video, which can be viewed at www.youtube.com/AlsBoxingHangouts. Al will also serve as ringside analyst on the July 18 SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast of the card, which begins at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m PT.  In his Quick Hits video Bernstein breaks down this match, which he describes as “a true crossroads fight for Chavez Jr. and a huge opportunity for Reyes.” He said: “You can’t overstate the importance of this fight for Chavez Jr. A loss could spell the end of his status as a marquee fighter, famous name or not. Because so much is at stake and because Reyes is a good fighter who wants to seize a big moment., I expect this to be an action fight.”

16 year-old German talent Bauer ready for ring return on July 18 July 2, 2015

Germany’s youngest professional boxer, Leon Bauer (1-0, 1 KO) returns to the ring on July 18 at the Gerry Weber Stadium in Halle on the undercard of Arthur Abraham’s WBO World title defence against Robert Stieglitz.  Having got his professional career off to a flying start with the first-round destruction of Kristof Mate, the 16 year-old super middleweight can expect a tougher test in his second paid outing against Misa Nikolic (20-35-2, 9 KOs) - a 37 year-old, 57 fight-veteran, who is old enough to be Bauer’s father.  ‘’We‘ve heard a lot about Leon and we’re excited to see how he performs on the big stage against such an experienced opponent,’’ said promoter Kalle Sauerland.  As an amateur, Bauer won both regional and national junior championships, and had been tipped to join Germany’s Olympic team hoping to qualify for Rio 2016. However the young fighter had plans of his own, and having received special dispensation earlier this year, begun his professional career with one goal in sight. ‘’I want to become world champion,’’ declared the teenage talent.   One man with no doubts in the Hatzenbühl-boxer’s ability is coach and father Bernd Bauer, who is expecting his son to impress: ‘’I would not send my son into the ring if I was not one hundred per cent convinced by his talents.’’ Bauer joins fellow teenage star Vincent Feigenbutz in action on July 18. The 19 year-old Feigenbutz, who also made his professional bow at the age of 16, will be challenging for Interim WBA World Super Middleweight title against Mauricio Reynoso. Manager Rainer Gottwald, who is credited with discovering both fighters, is confident Bauer can follow in Feigenbutz’s footsteps and take the super middleweight division by storm. ‘’Leon is a boxing gem,’’ said Gottwald. ‘’He has everything needed to become a great champion!’’

STATEMENT FROM GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN OSCAR DE LA HOYA ON TOP RANK'S LAWSUIT AGAINST AL HAYMON July 1, 2015

LOS ANGELES, (July 1, 2015) - Golden Boy Promotions Founder and Chairman Oscar De La Hoya released the following statement today in the wake of Top Rank Boxing's lawsuit against Al Haymon and his affiliated entities.  "I applaud Bob Arum and Top Rank Boxing for stepping up on behalf of fighters not only in their own stable, but all across the sport. Those like Bob and myself who have spent the bulk of their lives around boxing understand that the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act is a crucial piece of legislation that serves to protect boxers and enhance the sport. Golden Boy Promotions will continue to push forward with our own lawsuit to ensure our wonderful sport continues to grow in a competitive, just manner."  Background on GBP Lawsuit:  On May 6, 2015, Golden Boy Promotions filed a $300 million lawsuit against Al Haymon and his related companies alleging repeated violation of antitrust laws and the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act. The case was filed in Federal Court in Los Angeles.

Results: Denis Liebau Wins by a Third Round KO successfully defending his IBA Continental Title; and IBA Cruiserweight World Champion Mairis Brieidis Wins by a second round KO over Emre Altintas in non-title bout June 30, 2015

(JUNE 30)  On June 28, 2015, at the Fruchthalle Kaiserslautern, Rheinland-Pfalz/Germany, IBA Cruiserweight World Champion Mairis Brieidis won by a second round KO over Emre Altintas in a non-title bout, and  Mairis Brieidis won by a third round KO over Istvan Zeller, successfully defending his IBA Continental Light Heavyweight title.  The fights were televised on Eurosprt Live.  More info:  (Bund Deutscher Faustkämpfer); Promoter: Enrico Schütze (PSP - Boxing) - BBB inc; Matchmaker: Enrico Schütze; Fernsehen: Eurosport; IBA Head Referee: Mr Steve Smoger (USA) and Mr Klaus Hagemann (Germany); IBA Europe Officials: Mr Klaus Hagemann (Germany), Mr Emil Irimia (Romania), Mr Bruno Wartelle (France); Supervisor: Mr Stephane Cabrera, IBA Europe Continental Representative; MC: Mr Jean-Philippe Lustyk (France).

(JUNE 19) Things got heated when Patrick Nielsen (25-1, 12 KOs) and Charles Adamu (23-6, 17 KOs) took the scales ahead of their WBA International Super Middleweight title fight on Saturday night at the Ballerup Super Arena in Copenhagen. WBA International Super Middleweight Championship: Patrick Nielsen: 75.9 kg -Charles Adamu: 74.1 kg - Both fighters had to be restrained when a shoving match threatened to escalate. ‘’He got a flat hand push today but tomorrow he will feel my fists,’’ said the defending champion Nielsen.

Valley Forge, PA (June 19, 2015)-To the right in title,  is a video interview of Cruiserweight contender Anthony Caputo Smith in advance of tomorrow night's Pennsylvania Cruiserweight title bout with Garrett Wilson that will take place at the Valley Forge Casino Resort.  The fight, which is promoted by King's Promotions, will headline a 9-bout card.  TONIGHT!!! at the Valley Forge Casino Resort,The final press conference and weigh in will take place at 5 PM and is open to the public. In the main event, Garrett Wilson (13-9-1, 7 KO's) of Philadelphia will take on Anthony Caputo Smith (15-4, 10 KO's) of Kennett Square, PA in a 10-round fight for the Pennsylvania State Cruiserweight title.  In 6 Round bouts:  Eric Spring (5-0, 1 KO) of Reading, PA will take on Robert Sweeney (3-2) of Hampton, VA in a Jr. Middleweight bout.  Milton Santiago Jr. (10-0, 3 KO's) of Philadelphia will battle Jose Miguel Castro (4-4, 2 KO's) of Carolina, PR in a Jr. Welterweight bout.  John Magda (10-0, 7 KO's) of Rutherford, NJ will battle Dionisio Miranda (22-11-2, 19 KO's) of Miami in a Super Middleweight bout.  Earl Newman (5-0, 4 KO's) of Brooklyn, NY will take on Lamont Capers (5-6) of Hawley, PA in a Light Heavyweight tilt. Stephen Fulton (5-0, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will fight Pablo Cupul (8-17, 5 KO's) of San Diego, in a Bantamweight bout.  In 4-round Bouts:  Kevin Garcia (1-1) of Phoenixville, PA will fight Jack Grady (0-1) of Buffalo in a Lightweight bout.  Hafiz Montgomery of Atlantic City, NJ will make his pro debut against Brian Donahue (3-12-2) of Philadelphia in a Cruiserweight bout.  Samuel Quinones (8-3, 3 KO's) of York, PA battles Shiwone Gortman (4-7-1, 2 KO's) of Grand Prairie, MI in a Welterweight bout.

Zeuge signs contract extension with Team Sauerland June 19, 2015 Photo Credit: Winfried Mausolf

Rising super middleweight star Tyron Zeuge has signed a contract extension with Team Sauerland, which will keep him tied to the powerhouse promoters until 2019.  Considered to be one of the brightest talents in German boxing, the 23 year-old Berliner is undefeated in seventeen professional contests and is the current IBF International Champion.  ‘’Tyron has all the makings of a future world champion,’’ said promoter Kalle Sauerland. ‘’We’re delighted that he has committed his future to us and together we will continue our journey to the very top of the sport.’’  ‘’I’m pleased to have signed a new deal with Team Sauerland,’’ said Zeuge. ‘’I feel very comfortable here and under their guidance I look forward to becoming world champion.’’  Zeuge will continue to train with coach Karsten Roewer, alongside WBA World Light Heavyweight Champion Juergen Braehmer and future stars Enrico Koelling, Stefan Haertel and Burak Sahin. ‘’Tyron is an exceptional talent,’’ said Roewer. ‘’If he continues to work hard and focus, he will become an unstoppable force!’’

Hassan N'Dam promises world-class performance Tomorrow night in Montreal vs. David Lemieux June 19, 2015

MONTREAL (June 19, 2015) - Former World Boxing Organization (WBO) 160-pound division champion Hassan N'Dam (31-1, 18 KOs) has promised a world-class performance in tomorrow night's (Saturday, June 20) showdown with David Lemieux (33-2, 31 KOs) for the vacant International Boxing Federation (IBF) middleweight title at the famed Bell Centre in Montreal, Canada.  A 2004 Olympian who represented his native Cameroon, N'Dam is the IBF No. 1-ranked, mandatory contender, who now fights out of France. Lemieux is ranked No. 4 in the world by the IBF.  "I promise a world-class performance tomorrow night in Montreal against hometown favorite David Lemieux for the IBF middleweight world championship," N'Dam said earlier today in Montreal. "I will adapt to whatever style Lemieux brings. I can KO him in round one, or in any other round. He has never fought anyone with my skill set. Lemieux is coming into the deep end and I will prove he doesn't belong here. I will show his handlers that he doesn't belong at the top tier of world-class boxing."  N'Dam's victims, among the more notables, include Max Bursk, Curtis Stevens, Fulgencio Zuniga, Giovanni Lorenzo, Omar Weiss and Autandil Khurtsidze.  "Hassan has had the best training camp of his career and he's going to put on the performance of his life tomorrow night," N'Dam's manager Gary Hyde added. "When he is crowned IBF world middleweight champion, Hassan will be right in the mix of the most exciting weight division in boxing. We are not happy with the appointment of a Canadian judge and Canadian referee, but I have been assured by Quebec Commissioner Michel Hamelin that they will do a good, honest job. I accept that this will be the case. We have a world title to win and that is what we will do. Hassan will be crowned world champion for the second time, against all odds, because he's just too good."

Championship Boxing on CBS Sports Network Card Scheduled for Friday, June 26, at Seneca Niagara Casino Taking Shape June 19, 2015

The next installment of "Championship Boxing on CBS Sports Network", scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2015, from the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls, New York, is taking shape.  Presented by Greg Cohen Promotions in association with Adam Wilcock's Fight Card Promotions, Vito Mielnicki's GH3 Promotions, Dmitriy Salita's Star Of David Promotions and produced by David Schuster's Winner Take All Productions, the night's 10-round main event will feature WBA #11- and IBF #6-rated Dennis "Hurricane" Hogan (21-0-1, 7 KOs) of Queensland, Australia (via Kildare, Ireland), making the first defense of his WBA-NABA US Super Welterweight Championship against local favorite Kenny Abril (14-7-1, 7 KOs) of Rochester, New York. In the co-featured bout, Canada's WBA #14-rated Tony "Lightning" Luis (19-3, 7 KOs) returns to the ring for the first time since his highly controversial "loss" to England's Derry Matthews for the WBA World Championship last April. Luis will take on tough veteran Edward Valdez (13-10-2, 3 KOs) in a 10-rounder.

Roberto Duran Ringside For WBF Doubleheader In Trinidad & Tobago June 16, 2015

Fortuna decisions Vasquez: WBA review judges agree May 30, 2015

Friday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, Javier Fortuna (28-0-1, 20 KOs) decisioned Bryan Vasquez (34-2, 18 KOs) by scores of 116-112 and 117-111 twice to win the vacant WBA World super featherweight title.  A lean southpaw with power in both hands, Fortuna isn’t a perfect fighter. He doesn’t throw straight punches. He doesn’t move his head. His hands dangle at his sides. But he is athletic. He is fast. And his doggedness is off the charts.  Vasquez had his moments. He came into the fight as the guy who could box against a guy who could punch. But Fortuna defied categorization. He fought on the inside and outside. His looping punches found the mark. He wore down Vasquez bit by bit, round by round, punch by punch.  It was an exciting, all-action fight. Vasquez is more rugged than refined tough and needs to return to the drawing board. All Fortuna needs to do is keep on doing what he’s doing.  In an attempt to cover all the bases in this championship fight, the WBA hired six anonymous professional judges to watch the fight live on Spike TV with the sound muted. Their scores were entered after each round into a website application and streamed in real-time to the WBA.  All six review judges scored the fight in favor of Javier Fortuna. One judge had it close, at 115-113. While the other review judges scored it more comfortably for the winner.

Undefeated Super Middleweight Derrick "Take It To The Bank" Webster back in action on TONIGHT in Memphis May 29, 2015

Memphis, Tennessee ( May 29, 2015)-- TONIGHT at the W.C. Handy Pavilion in Memphis, Tennessee, undefeated Super Middleweight, Derrick "Take it to the Bank" Webster will make his first start of 2015 when he takes on William Johnson in a six-round bout that is part of a card that will be televised live on CBS Sports Network.  Webster is promoted by GH3 Promotions and Greg Cohen Promotions.  Webster of Glassboro, New Jersey has a record of 18-0 with 9 knockouts and has not been sitting idle during the six months he has not been in the ring.  "Training has been great. We had some dates moved on us, so we stayed at home for camp. We used a lot of different sparring partners and I have a new strength and conditioning coach. I did a lot of new things such as running the bleachers, some great ab work as well, " said Webster. Webster has been no stranger to layoffs as guys are not running fast to face the 6'4" inch southpaw who has displayed good boxing ability and power.  "It frustrates me but I have been dealing with it my whole career. I know I should be a lot further along but now I have promoters and managers (D & D Management) that should help ease that problem. So with that in mind, I can't wait to see what is to come."  In Johnson, Webster is fighting a guy with a pedestrian record but that was not by choice.  "It is hard to get up for this opponent. We had at least 12 guys turn down the fight for one reason or another. There is nothing I can do to make guys fight me. I am just going into this fight to get a win and start fighting the upper echelon guys. I think I will come right back in July and we will be fighting for some regional titles."  "I appreciate the support. I love my family and fans. This fight will end in a knockout. I am glad I can display this on national television and the world will finally recognize what they have been missing and that is that I am the best southpaw in boxing." 

Robert Guerrero:  Hosted Media Workout Yesterday May 28, 2015

AROMAS, CA (May 28, 2015)- Four-Division world champion, "Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero (32-3-1, 18 KOs) hosted a media workout yesterday at the CrossFit Ranch to shed light on his upcoming fight with Aron Martinez. The 10-round main-event bout will take place at StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., June 6, 2015 and will air live on NBC starting at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT.  Guerrero, who won the hearts of America with his gut wrenching performance against Keith Thurman in his last fight, is looking forward to another main-event attraction where he can showcase his entertaining fighting style to the fans.  "All the hard training is done and now it's time to zone in," said Robert Guerrero. "Everyone should be watching the PBC on NBC June 6th because I believe this is going to be a crowd-pleasing fight. Aron Martinez is not coming to lay down. He's had plenty of time to prepare for this fight and I'm expecting him to come out guns blazing. One thing is for sure, I'm going to be throwing some hard shots right from the opening bell. My goal is to bring an entertaining fight to the fans and let my hands go. Fight night can't come soon enough."  Headlining his second PBC on NBC, Guerrero wants continue fighting on a regular basis. Known for being an all-out action fighter, Guerrero feels he can close out the rest of 2015 with a bang.

May 23 edition of Premier Boxing Champions on NBC features Andre Dirrell (24-1, 16 KOs) and James DeGale May 21, 2015

The Saturday, May 23 edition of Premier Boxing Champions on NBC features Andre Dirrell (24-1, 16 KOs) and James DeGale (20-1, 14 KOs) in a 12-round super middleweight showdown and Edwin Rodriguez (26-1, 17 KOs) vs. Craig Baker (16-0, 12 KOs) in 10-round light heavyweight match up. Tickets for the live event, which is promoted by DiBella Entertainment in association with Murphys Boxing, are priced at $250, $200, $100, $75, $50 and $35, not including applicable service charges and taxes, and are on sale now. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000. Live coverage of this special Memorial Day weekend afternoon edition of PBC on NBC starts at 4:30 p.m. ET/1:30 p.m. PT on NBC and goes until 6:00 pm. ET/3:00 p.m. PT when the action switches over to NBCSN from 6:00 p.m. ET/3:00 p.m. PT until 7:00 p.m. ET/4:00 p.m. PT.

Fight Card Part of Brooklyn Brawl Series Promoted by Dmitriy Salita's Star of David Promotions May 15, 2015

BROOKLYN (May 15, 2015) - LIU Brooklyn Paramount Theatre is set to host its first boxing event with Paramount Events Center (PEC) on Thursday, June 4 at 7 p.m. The fight card will be part of the Brooklyn Brawl Series promoted by professional boxer Dmitriy Salita's Star of David Promotions. The event will feature Brooklyn Heavyweight Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller (12-0, 10 KO's) vs. Damon McCreary (15-4,11 KO's); two-time Daily News Golden Gloves champion and Bronx based Jr. Middleweight contender Steve Martinez (15-2, 12 KO's); Brooklyn's Dimash Niyazov (7-0-3, 4 KO's); former New York State champion Ariel Duran (8-7-1, 5 KO's); and Brooklyn Middleweight Akil Aguste (6-1, 5 KO's). Kazakh Welterweight Bakhtiyar Eyubov (5-0, 5 KO's) and Detroit based fighter Dewayne "Alabama" Ziegler (4-0-1, 4 KO's) are also looking to make explosive New York City debuts and keep their knockout streaks alive. Tickets for the event will go on sale on Friday, May 15 at noon and can be purchased online via Ticketmaster.

Areti Mastrodouka Wins Three World Titles over Loli Munoz May 13, 2015

(MAY 13) Greek female fighter Areti Mastrodouka (9-0) sensationally captured three World Titles on Saturday (9th May) against Spanish opponent Loli Munoz (12-14-3) winning via unanimous points decision in her hometown of Athens in front of a crowd of around 2000. London based Mastrodouka, trained by Alec Wilkey at Poplar’s Lansbury ABC, came away with the WBF, WIBF and GBU belts after an exciting Super- Featherweight unification match up at Panathinaikos FC Stadium Hall where the bout was staged.  ‘The Master’ Mastrodouka appeared to dominate the early exchanges of the bout by landing the cleaner shots by countering the hard working Munoz. Both fighters kept a high pace throughout which made for some good viewing for the onlooking support and it was evident that Munoz was coming to win, but it was the superior boxing skills of Mastrodouka which were apparent with some sharp jabs and straight left hands catching the eye of the judges...Full Story

Latest News:  The IBA Official Clinic - May 27, 28, & 29 in St. Maarten May 13, 2015

The IBA Officials Clinic, authorized by the International Boxing Association, Dean Chance, President and sponsored by B.O.S.E Promotion will be conducted in St. Maarten, NA on May 27, 28 & 29.  The schedule includes the following: May 27-Referee Clinic; May 28-Judges Clinic; and May 29- In-Ring Demonstrations at the event venue.   In consideration of the Officials work schedules, the Clinics will begin at 7:00 p.m., each evening. Those Officials who attend and complete the Clinic will be given a Certificate of Completion issued by the International Boxing Association (IBA).

Lights out for James Kirkland:  Canelo Knocks him out in 3rd Round May 9, 2015

(MAY 9) Tonight at the MInute Maid Park, in Houston, Texas, Canelo Alvarez made it a short night when he KO'd James Kirkland in the third round.  CBS reported the following, "Alvarez landed a strong right in the corner of the ring, knocking Kirkland out on his feet. Alvarez moved to 45-1-1 with 32 knockouts in his career, handing Kirkland just his second career loss."  Looks like Kirkland should have kept his long time trainer, International Women's Boxing Hall of Famer for 2015 Ann Wolfe. 

Culcay ready to rule world: ‘’I already feel like I have one hand on the belt! May 5, 2015

Jack Culcay (19-1, 10 KOs) is no stranger to success. In 2009, the German talent captured gold at the World Amateur Boxing Championships in Milan. Six years later, ‘Golden Jack’ will be attempting the same feat in the paid ranks, when he faces Maurice Weber (21-1-1, 8 KOs) for the Interim WBA World Light Middleweight title on Saturday night in Frankfurt, Germany.  ‘’Since I turned pro I’ve had only one objective: to become world champion,’’ said Culcay. ‘’This is the moment I’ve dreamed about, and on Saturday night that dream will become a reality!’’ With legendary German coach Ulli Wegner in his corner, the 29 year-old insist there is no stopping him. ‘’Mr Wegner has a wealth of experience. He knows exactly what I must do to claim the title and has prepared me accordingly. With the winning mentality he has installed in me, I already feel like I have one hand on the belt.’’  Training at Berlin’s famous Max-Schmeling-Gym under the guidance of the 73 year-old coach, Culcay believes he has had the perfect preparations for his world title challenge. ‘’Mr Wegner has brought the fun back into boxing for me,’’ said the former European champion. ‘’There is a tremendous team spirit, training alongside other top pros like Yoan Pablo Hernandez, and this has helped push me to the next level. I know boxing is an individual sport and when the bell rings it’s all down to me, but I honestly feel I could not have been better prepared.’’

Box Fan Expo organizers announced the second annual Box Fan Expo will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center Saturday, Sept. 12 May 4, 2015

The novel event, which allowed fans to meet and greet boxing legends, past and current champions and other celebrities of the sport, debuted last September. It will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and once again, allow fans a chance to collect autographs, take photos and purchase merchandise and memorabilia.  Exhibitors such as boxing gear, apparel, broadcasting media and other brand companies who wish to participate will have a chance to showcase their products to fans and the whole boxing industry.  Last year's inaugural Box Fan Expo featured some of the most popular fighters and boxing celebrities in recent history. Fans were treated to visits with Mike Tyson, Roy Jones Jr, Sergio Martinez, Amir Khan, Zab Judah, Mikey Garcia, James Toney, Riddick Bowe, Leon Spinks Terry Norris, Shawn Porter, Chris Byrd, Jesse James Leija ,Lamon Brewster, Ray Mercer, Earnie Shavers, Mia St-John, Erislandy Lara, Peter Quillin, Jean Pascal and Austin Trout. Also appearing were current WBC Champion Deontay Wilder, the charismatic Vinny Pazienza, Paul Williams, noted commentator Al Bernstein and Roger Mayweather of Mayweather Promotions.

Amir Khan Returns to Ring on May 29th in New York May 3, 2015

Amir "King" Khan (30-3, 19 KOs) returns to the ring to take on former world champion Chris Algieri (20-1, 8 KOs) on Friday, May 29, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York as the Main Event in an exciting Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) card on Spike TV. The televised action begins live on Spike TV at 9 pm ET/6 p.m. PT. Doors at Barclays Center open at 6 p.m. ET. "I have happy memories of New York having made my successful U.S. debut there against Paulie Malignaggi in 2010," said Khan. "I'm delighted to now be fighting there once again against another champion in Chris Algieri. Algieri has shared the ring with some tremendous fighters and shown great skills in those fights so I know I will need to be at my very best when we meet. In all my fights I bring excitement, speed and skill and can guarantee more fireworks on May 29 at Barclays Center."  "I am very excited to get back into the ring and to be fighting here in New York," said Algieri. "Fighting at Barclays Center, where I won my world title just under a year ago, is an added bonus. Amir Khan is a tested champion and is the matchup that I wanted. I believe this is a fight that will bring the best out of me."
"I am thrilled to be returning to Barclays Center for another terrific PBC event," stated Lou DiBella, President of DiBella Entertainment. "Amir Khan is hands down one of the biggest names in the sport. Coming off a huge win over Devon Alexander, Khan is on the short list to participate in a future mega fight. He must first get by the hometown fan favorite, Algieri. This is a fight that Chris wanted. He is looking to show the world that he belongs, at the arena where he shocked the world and upset Ruslan Provodnikov for a world title. We expect an electric atmosphere come May 29th."

Fight Network is Destination for Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Fight Week Coverage April 29, 2015

TORONTO | NEW YORK (Apr. 29, 2015) - Fight Network, the world's premier 24/7 television channel dedicated to complete coverage of combat sports, is the destination for Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao fight week coverage for the megafight on Saturday night live on pay-per-view. It kicks off today, Wednesday, April 29 at 4 p.m. ET with a live broadcast of the final Pre-Fight Press Conference from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, including roundtable analysis from Fight Network studios.  Then, Fight Network's original Fight News Now: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao preview show will debut on Wednesday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET, featuring analysis, previews, features, grand arrivals, workouts and more. Check listings for additional airings throughout the week. Airing exclusively in Canada, Fight Network presents the latest installment of Golden Boy Live! on Thursday, April 30 at 10 p.m. ET from Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif., headlined by former lightweight world title challenger Mercito "No Mercy" Gesta (28-1-1, 16 KOs) battling Los Angeles area standout Carlos Molina (17-2-1, 7 KOs). In other featured bouts, Puerto Rican rising star Jeffrey Fontanez (14-1, 11 KOs) will take on former WBC Youth super featherweight champion Jose "El Loco" Hernandez (15-9-1, 7 KOs) in an eight-round lightweight brawl, Brazilian standout Yamaguchi Falcao (5-0, 2 KOs) clashes with tough Texan Gerardo Ibarra (14-2, 8 KOs), while fan favorite and Irish power puncher Jason Quigley (5-0, 5 KOs) meets Pennsylvania native Joshua Snyder (9-11-1, 3 KOs).

Bombs Away at Rockin Fights 18, Smith Jr. Dismantles Cummings In Two! By: Coach "K" April 21, 2015 photo:  Bill Doutney

April 18th, Paramount Theatre, Huntington, New York: In the main event of Star Boxing's 18th edition of its exciting Rockin Fights series Mastic/Shirley, Long Island heavy handed "The Irish Bomber" Joe Smith Jr. claimed the IBA Continental Americas Light Heavyweight Title scoring a punishing second round stoppage of Newark, New Jersey's rugged veteran Cory "Black Ice" Cummings.  On the sound of the opening bell Smith and Cummings charged to the center of the ring with both fighters going for broke. Smith teeing off with a big straight right and Cummings returning the favor with a looping right of his own..Full Story

Undefeated junior middleweight   Tony Harrison rolls to 21st win April 18, 2015

UNCASVILLE, Conn. (APR 18)- Undefeated junior middleweight Tony Harrison rolled to his 21st straight victory in tonight's ESPN Friday Night Fights main event, presented by DiBella Entertainment in association with New Legend Boxing, at Mohegan Sun Arena. Harrison (21-0, 18 KOs), fighting out of Detroit, dropped Pablo Munguia (20-7, 11 KOs) at the end of the second round with a powerful punch. Munguia was examined between rounds by the ring doctor. Referee Arthur Mercante needed only 11 seconds into the next round to determine that the Mexican was unable to be competitive, awarding Harrison a victory by..Full Story

Undefeated Super Bantamweight to fight Phillip Adyaka Tonight in Hinckley, Minnesota April 17, 2015

San Antonio, Texas (April 17, 2015)-- Tonight at the Grand Casino in Hinckley, Minnesota, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez will be back in action when he takes on Phillip Adyaka in a bout scheduled for six-rounds on a card the will be televised by CBS Sports Network. The 24 year-old Lopez is promoted by GH3 Promotions and is coming off an impressive national television debut when he scored a 2nd round stoppage over previously undefeated Pablo Cruz that was televised on Sho Box: The New Generation on March 13 in Westbury, NY. GH3 Promotions features undefeated Middleweight Antoine Douglas, Super Middleweight's Jerry Odom & Derrick Webster, undefeated Super Bantamweight Adam Lopez as well as Jr. Middleweight John Thompson, Jr., undefeated Welterweight Jerrell Harris,undefeated Super Bantamweight Qa'id Muhammad, undefeated lightweight Oscar Bonilla and Light Heavyweight Lavarn Harvell to the GH3 Promotions stable.

Masternak: I will make ‘The Man Of Stone’ crumble on April 25 April 16, 2015

Mateusz Masternak (34-2, 24 KOs) has vowed to make ‘The Man of Stone’ Ruben Angel Mino (26-2, 26 KOs) crumble when the cruiserweights clash on April 25 at the Columbia Hall in Berlin.  Following an impressive points victory over former cruiserweight king Jean-Marc Mormeck, Masternak looks well on his way to a world title challenge. However first, the Polish-puncher must overcome tough opposition from the Argentinian knockout artist Mino, a man who has never heard the final bell, with his twenty-six victories and two defeats all ending in stoppages.  ‘’This is not an easy task for Mateusz,’’ reflects the 27 year-old’s coach Ulli Wegner. ‘’He will need to be on guard and showcase his counter-punching ability to defeat a wild bull like Mino.’’  ‘The Master’ knows he must follow Wegner’s instructions and has placed his confidence in the legendary German coach. ‘’Mr. Wegner is a master tactician, under his tutelage I’m able to play to my strengths more and more,’’ said the former European champion, before offering a final prediction on the outcome of his upcoming fight. ‘’On April 25, I will make ‘The Man Of Stone’ crumble in the ring.’’  Masternak joins a stacked card in the German capital. Tyron Zeuge (16-0, 10 KOs) tops the bill with an IBF International Super Middleweight Championship defence against former world title challenger Nikola Sjekloca (28-3, 8 KOs), while German stars Enrico Koelling (16-1, 6 KOs), Karo Murat (26-2-1, 16 KOs) and Burak Sahin (6-0, 6 KOs) all return to action.

The real Khattab is back: Can't wait to impress against Cospolite April 15, 2015

Abdul Khattab (11-0, 3 KOs) promises another convincing performance when he faces Howard Cospolite (11-4-1, 5 KOs) May 2 at Frederiksberg-Hallerne, Copenhagen. “Cospolite looks like a guy who wants to get into a brawl, but I will outsmart him and teach him a boxing lesson,” said Khattab oozing self-confidence.  “My two fights this year have gone from one of my worst performances, to one of my best. In the last fight people saw the real Khattab and that’s what you will see again at Frederiksberg.  Perhaps I will knock Cospolite out, but winning is the most important to me. It's about my continuous development. I must stay calm and be patient. I know it’s a cliché, but it’s important that I don’t use the same force I did against Alexey Ribchev in February."  Against experienced Ribchev, Khattab surprisingly ran out of steam in the last rounds. However, only weeks later Khattab outboxed Khutsishvili with a career topping performance according to his coach and mentor, former five-time world champion Mikkel Kessler.Team Sauerland present the ‘Nordic Fight Night – Going For Gold’ on May 2 at the Frederiksberg-Hallerne in Copenhagen. All the action will be broadcast live on Viasat channels across Scandinavia (TV3/ TV3+/ TV3 Sport channels in Denmark, TV10 in Sweden and Viasat 4/ Viasat Sport in Norway).

Ismael Barroso to Fight for Interim WBA World Lightweight Championship Next Week April 15, 2015

Greg Cohen Promotions proudly announces that on Saturday, April 18, unbeaten southpaw slugger Ismael Barroso (17-0-2, 16 KOs) will face UK veteran Derry Matthews (37-9-2, 20 KOs) for the Interim WBA Lightweight Championship.  The pair will meet at the Echo Arena in Matthews' hometown of Liverpool, England, as the main event of a night of boxing presented by Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions.  31-year-old Barroso, one of the hardest punchers in the division, hails from El Tigre, Venezuela, and was last seen making his American television debut with an impressive TKO over Issouf Kinda. The eye-opening victory won Barroso the NABO and NABA Lightweight Championships.   The fight against Matthews is being mandated by the WBA because of an ongoing illness to current champion Richar Abril that has rendered him unable to train. Abril will still be the "Champion in Recess."  31-year-old Matthews has held a slew of European titles in his 12-year career. He will enjoy a distinct advantage in experience over the cement-fisted South American.   "I am very excited Ismael is getting this opportunity and despite the short notice, he is a tireless worker in the gym and will be more than ready. He is eager to join Jorge Linares as a Venezuelan Lightweight World Champion," said Greg Cohen. "Matthews is a good fighter, but there are really no answers to a fighter who can hit as hard as Barroso. GCP will have another world champion in its roster after Saturday night."

Impressive undercard on Friday Night's Mohegan Sun Card April 14, 2015

NEW YORK/UNCASVILLE, Conn. - A loaded undercard featuring a cast of unbeaten prospects has been announced for the non-televised segment of the April 17th ESPN Friday Night Fights card, airing live from beautiful Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. The scheduled nine-fight card is presented by DiBella Entertainment in association with Fight Promotions Inc. and New Legend Boxing.   Live coverage will begin at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and will also be available through WatchESPN on computers, smartphones, tablets, Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Xbox 360 and Xbox One via an affiliated video provider. ESPN Deportes' Noche de Combates will also carry the three fights live on broadband Spanish-language ESPN Deportes.  Tony Harrison, fighting out of Detroit, takes on former Interim WBO Latino/Mexican welterweight champion Pablo "Sepulturero" Munguia in the 10-round main event.  In an eight-round featherweight battle for New England bragging rights, flashy Ryan  Kielczweski, from Quincy, Massachusetts, puts his unbeaten record on the line against upset-minded Danny Aquino, a Mexican-born fighter who lives in nearby Meriden, CT in the co-feature bout of the evening. In the opening bout of the ESPN Friday Night Fights triple-header, Philadelphia junior lightweight Tevin "American Idol" Farmer faces Angel Luna fighting out of Brooklyn, NY, by way of the Dominican Republic, in an eight-round match. Fighting off television is Lennox Allen who returns to the ring for an eight-round bout against battle-tested Paul Gonsalves of Harwich, MA. Allen is a former WBC CABOFE, New York State and Guyanese champion'; and more...

Adams, Thompson, Fedosov and Dennis reach Boxcino 2015 Finals Source/PR April 13, 2015

Brandon Adams and John Thompson won semifinal bouts in the Boxcino 2015 Jr. Middleweight Tournament while Andrey Fedosov and Donovan Dennis scored impressive stoppage victories in the Heavyweight tournament, as all four punched their tickets to the finals in bouts that took place this past Friday at the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem.  The bouts were televised live on ESPN Friday Night Fights.  The show was promoted by Banner Promotions, Inc.  The finals of both weight classes will take place on Friday, May 22 at the Omega Products International Outdoor Arena in Corona, California and will be aired live on....Full Story

Yengoyan Ready For WBF World Title-Defense Against Zavec April 8, 2015

(APR 8) Reigning World Boxing Federation (WBF) World Super Welterweight Champion Sasha Yengoyan has arrived in Maribor, Slovenia where he will defend his title at the Tabor Arena against former Welterweight World Champion (IBF) Jan Zavec on Saturday night, April 11. Yengoyan, 31-1-1 (21), born in Armenia but now residing and fighting out of Belgium, will be making his first defense of the title he won last October when he impressively dominated and stopped then champion Anderson Clayton from Brazil. Zavec, 34-3 (19), a big hero in his native Slovenia, will be challenging for his first world championship since losing the IBF Welterweight crown on an eye-injury to American Andre Berto in 2011, and is coming off two victories since a decision defeat to current WBA World Welterweight Champion Keith Thurman in 2013. The defending champion has no problem fighting in Zavec´s home-country, and sees it as another opportunity for him to further establish his name on the world scene: “I know Zavec is a very good boxer, a very respected name in the sport, and its an honor for me to fight him. It will be a hard and good fight, but of course I expect to win, and doing it in Maribor will be very nice. Maribor is a beautiful city.”  Yengoyan, who´s boxing idol is legendary former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, is hoping that beating a big name such as Zavec will open new doors for him, saying:  “I am always aiming at going to the next level, and when I beat Zavec I hope that it can lead to even bigger fights in the USA. He will not have to run after me, I plan to be there, right in front of him, from the first second to the last second, so it should be an exiting fight, and a great victory for me.”  Promoted by Tomaz Barada, the Sasha Yengoyan vs. Jan Zavec WBF World Super Welterweight title fight will be televised live by TVSLO Sport, and a sell-out crowd of around 4500 spectators is expected at the Tabor Arena in Maribor.

'Championship Boxing on CBS Sports Network' Event at Grand Casino Hinckley Taking Shape April 6, 2015

(APR 6) The "Championship Boxing on CBS Sports Network" event on Friday, April 17, from the Grand Casino Hinckley in Hinckley, Minnesota, is taking shape.  Presented by Greg Cohen Promotions in association with Adam Wilcock's Fight Card Promotions and produced by David Schuster's Winner Take All Productions, "Championship Boxing on CBS Sports Network" will be headlined by Ireland's WBA #12- and IBF #11-rated "Hurricane" Dennis Hogan (20-0-1, 7 KOs) taking on Philadelphia's hard-punching Tyrone "Young Gun" Brunson (22-4-1, 21 KOs) for the WBA Oceana Super Welterweight Championship.  In the 10-round televised co-feature, Canada's world rated and fast-rising lightweight star Tony "Lightning" Luis (19-2, 7 KOs) will make the first defense of his WBC Continental Americas Championship against Memphis, Tennessee, veteran Ira Terry (26-13, 16 KOs).   In the eight-round televised opener, undefeated Saint Paul, Minnesota, middleweight Rob "Bravo" Brant (14-0, 8 KOs) will face Miami via Colombia's Dionisio "Mister Nocaut" Miranda (22-10-2, 19 KOs).

Nielsen ready for Wright, Cora Jr. replaced by undefeated American April 2, 2015

Micki Nieslen (17-0, 12 KOs) will defend his WBC International title against Junior Anthony Wright (13-0-1, 11 KOs) on May 2 at the Frederiksberg-Hallerne in Copenhagen. Wright replaces Felix Cora Jr. (25-6-2, 14 KOs) who withdrew from a scheduled bout with the Danish cruiserweight.  The American challenger represents a tough test for Nielsen’s first championship defence. Promoted by former professional boxer Dmitriy Salita, the Illinois-native is undefeated in fourteen professional contests and boasts an impressive 78.5% knockout ratio. Despite his opponent’s pedigree, the 22 year-old champion remains confident of victory.  ‘’It doesn’t matter who is put in front of me,’’ said the defiant Dane. ‘’No one is taking this title away from me. I’m ready and willing to fight anyone. Line them up and I will knock them out!  Team Sauerland presents the ‘Nordic Fight Night - Going For Gold’ on May 2 at the Frederiksberg-Hallerne in Copenhagen, Denmark. All the action will be shown live on Viasat channels across Scandinavia (TV3/ TV3+/ TV3 Sport channels in Denmark, TV10 in Sweden and Viasat 4/ Viasat Sport in Norway).

Mzonke Fana New WBF Intercontinental Super Featherweight Champion March 23, 2015

Former two-time world champion Mzonke Fana captured the vacant World Boxing Federation (WBF) Intercontinental Super Featherweight title on Sunday, March 22, at the Mdantsane Indoor Centre in East London, South Africa, when he defeated fellow countryman Koos Sibiya.  In a close and competitive fight, Fana used his straight punches to score points, especially his jab, and mostly counter-punched, while Sibiya was the aggressor and tried to overwhelm his veteran opponent by putting him under constant pressure.  After twelve rounds of boxing, in front of an enthusiastic crowd, the closeness of the fight was confirmed with a split decision, when two of the scoring judges had Fana ahead by 116-115 (Siya Vabaza & Siphiwo Mbini), while the third judge (Andile Matika) saw it in favor of Sibya, 115-114. Referee was Eddie Marshall.   Fana (41), also known as The Rose of Khayelitsha, improved his record to 34-7 (14) since turning professional almost twenty-one years ago in March 1994. With the victory, he could be in line to challenge WBF World Super Featherweight champion Harmonito Dela Torre (14-0, 9 KOs) from the Philippines later this year.  Koos Sibiya, the reigning Gauteng provincial champion and undefeated in his previous eight bouts, drops to 16-9-4 (1), but did himself proud in the fight and deserves other big opportunities in the future.   Also on the card, Mfusi Maxhayi, 10-5-1 (5), lost his WBF Intercontinental Bantamweight title on the scales when he failed to make weight for what was supposed to be his second title-defense against Mxolisi Nombewu.  Instead the title was only at stake for Nombewu, entering the bout at 6-5-1 (4), but Maxhayi was much too strong and won the fight when referee Alan Matakane stepped in to stop the onslaught at 1:03 of the second round.  Televised in South Africa by SuperSport, the massive show which included five championship fights, was promoted by Siphato Handi and his Mamali Boxing Productions.

Braehmer vs. Krasniqi: Tale of the Tape*** March 19, 2015 Photo:  Getty Images / SES Boxing

On Saturday night, Juergen Braehmer (45-2, 33 KOs) defends his WBA World Light Heavyweight title against Robin Krasniqi (43-3, 16 KOs) at the StadtHalle in Rostock. Ahead of the all-German world championship duel we take a look at how the two fighters measure up. The Moment of Truth: Braehmer vs. Krasniqi is available to watch live on SAT.1 in Germany and Sky Sports in the UK.

Mothmora vs. Barakat For WBF Intercontinental Title March 27 March 19, 2015

(MAR 19) After narrowly losing a majority decision for the French national title against world class champion Karim Achour last November, Michel Mothmora is set for an attempt to get right back in the thick of things when he takes on Germany’s Baker Barakat for the vacant World Boxing Federation (WBF) Intercontinental Middleweight title. The two gritty veterans will clash on Friday March 27 in the main event of a show promoted by Michel Chagnoux and Ring Giennois, at the Salle Du Lievre in Chateauneuf-sur-Loire, France. After going 15-21 in his first eleven years as a professional, Mothmora is 11-2 since, both defeats against Achour, and at 34 years of age he currently has a misleading pro record of 26-23 (9), and aiming to win his second WBF title in what will be his fiftieth paid bout. In November 2013 he captured the WBF International title with a split decision over undefeated Czech Stepan Horvath, and six months later successfully defended his crown with a ninth round knockout of Robizon Omsarashvili from Georgia. Now, on the heals of the latest Achour defeat, he is set to face the even more experienced Barakat (33), who brings a stellar record of 41-17-4 (28) and has defeated the likes of former three-time world title-challenger Khoren Gevor, and come up short against George Groves and Dimitri Sartison.  For both boxer it looks like a dance at the last-chance-saloon, as defeat will likely send the loser a big step towards genuine journeyman status, or even retirement. But, at the same time, victory could also mean that a crack at world championship glory is an equally big step closer.

Erick Bone Impreses in Friday Night Fight Against Former Welterweight Champ Shawn Porter Despite Injured Knee March 16, 2015

New York (March 16, 2015)--Boxing is a funny business. Sometimes, even when you lose, you win. So it was on Friday night, when 26-year-old Ecuadorean junior welterweight Erick Bone showed the world that he is a world-class talent and willing warrior.  Bone, who lives in Queens, NY, and is managed by Eli Mackay, was stopped in round five by former world champion Shawn Porter on Spike TV in Ontario, California.. Viewers saw Bone having some success against Porter. That success may have been suprising as Bone took the fight on twenty-four hours notice.  In round two, Bone, who is signed to adviser Al Haymon, sprained his right knee. He fought for three rounds on one knee. "I won't make any excuses. But I want people to know I will be back, on TV, and I will be ready for a summer fight," said Bone (16-2).  Mackay said he is proud his boxer stepped up a weight class on such short notice. "He fought on one knee," Mackay marveled. "A doctor said it was good the fight ended because Erick's knee could have been seriously hurt. But it's just a sprain. Bottom line, Erick is a real talent and will make noise at junior welterweight!"  "As the fight progressed, Erick was starting to figure out Porter. It would have been real interesting to see how it would have played over the scheduled twelve rounds had he not injured his knee."

GCP's Barroso Scores Impressive KO!  Night of Knockouts a Huge Success for GCP and Partners March 16, 2015

Promoter Greg Cohen is sending his congratulations out to still-unbeaten southpaw Ismael "El Tigre" Barroso, and a host of others, after his highly successful and totally sold-out quadrupleheader of exciting ShoBox: The New Generation-televised knockouts on Friday night at The Space at Westbury in Westbury, New York. Barroso (17-0-2, 16 KOs), of El Tigre, Venezuela, made his American television debut and picked up the NABO and NABA Lightweight Championships with an impressive TKO over gutty New Yorker Issouf Kinda (17-3, 7 KOs). After five rounds of absorbing Barroso's power, including a fifth-round one-punch knockdown, Kinda developed problems with his vision and the fight was stopped just three seconds in to the sixth round. Barroso's eye-opening victory, however, was not without a price, as he suffered nasty cuts above his right eye and below his left eye from accidental headbutts. "Barroso has power like (former middleweight champion) Julian Jackson. He hits guys and they go," said a happy Cohen, post-fight. "People want to see fighters like that. Steve Farhood from Showtime said Ismael is 'one of boxing's best-kept secrets.' The secret is now out. My guy is an animal!"  The brutal victory over Kinda will surely restore Barroso to the lofty heights in the world ratings he once enjoyed. He was formerly rated #5 in the world before visa problems stalled his career. But back on track now and working with GCP, the sky seems to be the limit for this South American with granite fists.   "We want a ranked fighter next," continued Cohen, "with the goal being a world championship fight and an eventual all-Venezuela showdown with (WBC Lightweight Champion) Jorge Linares." Cohen also wishes to congratulate his partners, GH3 Promotions President Vito Mielnicki, whose fighters Antoine Douglas, Jerry Odom and Adam Lopez who recorded impressive Knock Outs in televised action.