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Hopkins and Wright: two wrongs can make a Wright. By Mike Cassell/The Philadelphia
Boxing Report (JUN 30) A few years back, it amazed me to listen to who I thought were knowledgeable boxing writers talk about Ronald Winky Wright (51-3-1 with 25 KO’s). They said the 35-year-old south paw was boring. They said he wasn’t good enough to handle the upper echelon of his division. It seemed to be the general consensus of everyone, including the fans. The funny thing ..Full Story

Stevie Johnston home again August 11 in Denver LAS VEGAS (June 30, 2007) - Four-time world champion Stevie "Lil' But Bad" Johnston returns home to fight Rolando Reyes on August 11 in the 12-round main event for the vacant IBO lightweight title, headlining Punchout at the Pepsi Center "No Mercy," promoted by Silverhawk Championship Boxing, at the Pepsi ...Full Story

Crown Boxing Inc. will return to The Orleans Resort & Casino in Las Vegas
(JUN 30) Door will open at 6pm and the first bout will be at 7pm.  Tickets on sale now at The Orleans Box office at 702-365-7075, Ticket can be purchased for $50 Ringside and $25 Reserved.   More
 

Espino Looks to Continue Winning Ways June 29, 2007

WBC CABOFE Champion Miguel Espino looks to continue his winning ways as he is set to face Arturo Ortega in an 8 round bout this Saturday, June 30th at the Sylmar National Guard. Both fighters make weight and guarantee an action packed confrontation.  More

Lange to Host Diego Corrales Benefit Event July 26  ARLINGTON, VA --- World Boxing Council Continental Americas 154-pound Champion Jimmy Lange announced today that he will host a benefit event for the family of recently deceased former world champion boxer Diego Corrales on Thursday, July 26 at the DoubleTree Hotel Crystal City (300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA). The evening, a joint... Full Story

Yusaf Mack: Pure Action on Wall Street by David Pambianchi June 29, 2007

(JUN 29) On June 27th, amid flowing gowns, suits and Tuxedos, Yusaf Mack met Jose “Zeus” Vazquez for a schedule 10 round bout at Tommy Gallagher’s posh “Black-Tie Boxing” dinner event at Cipriani’s in..Full Story

Heavyweight Prospect Grano Headlines Tonight (JUN 29) Connecticut heavyweight prospect, Tony Grano, the 2005 United States Amateur Heavyweight Champion, makes his professional headlining debut Friday night at the Connecticut Expo Center in Hartford, Connecticut. Grano (9-0-1, 8 KO) risks his undefeated record, when he takes on Baltimore, Maryland's Jed Phipps (17-6, 10 KOs) in the ..Full Story

IBRAGIMOV AND CHAGAEV TO UNIFY HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE BELTS IN MOSCOW THIS OCTOBER   HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 28 – This October, after almost eight years of splintered titles and heated debates, boxing will witness the crowning of a unified Heavyweight Champion of the World, as Sultan Ibragimov will put his WBO crown on the line against Ruslan Chagev’s WBA belt in a bout pitting Champion against Champion in a quest for heavyweigh. Full Story

Duddy fight July 14 in Ireland on PPV
NEW YORK (June 27, 2007) – “The Homecoming,” featuring unbeaten middleweight sensation “Ireland’s” John Duddy, will be broadcast live July 14 in the United States on cable pay-per-view starting at 5:00 PM/ET, 2:00 PM/PT from Dublin, Ireland. The event is being produced by RTE and distributed...Full Story

Amateur Standout Willis Looks to Make Splash In Pro Ranks; Looks for Manager and Promoter (JUN 27) 23-year-old amateur standout Jonte Willis is ready to take the next step in his career by turning professional. The 2006 super heavyweight U.S. national champion is excited about his new ..Full Story

The Supernova Soars Again Bell Returns Against Azille on August 8th
HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 27 – Former undisputed cruiserweight champion O’Neil Bell still hasn’t let March 17th go. On that day in France, hometown hero Jean-Marc Mormeck turned a fight into a track meet in the final four rounds of his championship rematch with ‘The Supernova’ and heisted the WBA and WBC title belts...Full Story

TICKET SALES ARE SCORCHING FOR SUMMER'S HOTTEST EVENT, HOPKINS VS WRIGHT LAS VEGAS (June 26, 2007)…Ticket sales are surging, with eager fight fans crowding the box office lines for this summer's match-up between two of boxing's most venerable pugilists, Bernard "The Executioner" Hopkins and Winky Wright, in "Coming to Fight" for Hopkins' Ring Magazine Light Heavyweight title, July 21st at the Mandalay Bay Resort...Full Story

Jirov risks potential world title fight headlining “Thriller On The River”
NEW TOWN, North Dakota (June 26, 2007) – Former IBF champion Vassiliy “The Tiger” Jirov puts his potential world title fight against WBA title-holder Vigil “Quicksilver” Hill, or any of the other cruiserweight kings, on the line July 14 when he headlines “Thriller On The River,” launching the “Pinnacle FiteNite” pro boxing series, at 4 Bears Casino and Lodge in New Town, North Dakota.  Full Story

SULTAN IBRAGIMOV VS RUSLAN CHAGAEV HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 26 – This October, Seminole Warriors Boxing, Golden Grain Promotions and Sampson Lewkowicz, in association with Universum Box Promotions, will promote the first heavyweight title unification bout in close to eight years when WBO champion Sultan Ibragimov faces off against his WBA counterpart, Ruslan Chagaev, in Moscow, Russia.  Full Story

A Night of Boxing Off Broadway Source: Press Release June 24, 2007

An unprecedented evening of pugilism and the performing arts at the Producers Club, 358 W. 44th Street, scheduled for June 29 and 30. Former world champion boxers, actors and writers command the evening. "A Night of Boxing Off Broadway," is a multimedia event that explores the depths of a fighter's soul and celebrates the proud tradition of the sweet science of boxing.  Full Story

Boxing Returns to Corinth, MS
(JUN 23) Professional Boxing returns after a two-year hiatus to the 9,000-seat Crossroads Arena and Corinth, MS on Saturday July 07, 2007. Current NABC Welterweight Champion Antonio Mesquita (33-0) defends his crown against an opponent to be announced. In the co-main event, Knockout Artist Tyrone Brunson (18-0) will seek...Full Story

World Championship Boxing - Hatton Vs. Castillo Source: HBO June 22, 2007

British boxing sensation Ricky Hatton and Mexican star Jose Luis Castillo have been on a collision course since January. Catch the Junior Welterweight showdown Saturday, June 23 (10:00 PM ET/7:00 PM PT), live from the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.  Full Story 

Top 5 reasons Floyd Mayweather Jr., will never fight Miguel Cotto.  by Mike Cassell  (JUN 22) In case anybody is wondering, Miguel Cotto is the real deal. He showed the world exactly what he is capable of doing against “world class”, former title holder, Zab Judah. Last year, after Miguel Cotto totally destroyed a fabulous fighter in Carlos Quintana, Bob Arum gave an interview in Atlantic City, that should be played for every promoter and fighter in the world.   Full Story

Wladimir Klitschko vs. Brewster II 
(JUN 22) Two heavyweight knockout artists with a score to settle make for an interesting rematch when World Championship Boxing: Wladimir Klitschko vs. Lamon Brewster II is seen live Saturday, July 7 at 5:00 PM ET and 2:00 PM PT and replayed at 10:30 PM ET/PT from the Cologne Arena in Cologne, Germany. The HBO Sports broadcast team will be ringside for the event, which will be available in HDTV, as well as closed-captioned for the hearing-impaired and presented in Spanish on HBO Latino.  Source: HBO

Oscar De La Hoya to Give Commencement speech at Oscar de la Hoya Animo High School Graduation
(LOS ANGELES) — June 21, 2007 — Green Dot Public Schools, the largest charter school organization in Los Angeles, announced that world champion boxer, Oscar De La Hoya, will deliver the commencement address to the first graduating class of Oscar De La Hoya Full Story

Latest on Evander Holyfield
(JUN 21) Tune in to Baltimore's ESPN Radio, 1300 AM between 9am - 11am this Saturday morning or you can also listen on www.espn1300.com and hear legendary boxer superstar EVANDER HOLYFIELD with Scott Wagner and Scotty Crouse on the Ballroom Boxing Report. Holyfield is preparing for his June 30th fight against Lou Savarese in El Paso Texas.

American heavyweight still looms large
LAS VEGAS (June 19, 2007) – Media critics who bashed him unmercifully for years won’t admit it.  Fans that trashed him don’t want to hear it, either.   But American media members and fans alike do agree, in terms of their constant complaints that, today all of the major world heavyweight champions – IBF Wladimir Klitschko...Full Story

Wlodarczyk to Cunningham: "Let's Settle the Score" Hollywood, FL, June 19 — Former world cruiserweight champion Krzysztof ‘Diablo’ Wlodarczyk is a warrior, and as such, accepting losses doesn’t come easy to him. The last man to beat him, current IBF cruiserweight champion Steve Cunningham...Full Story

Next Stop? The World Championship
Hollywood, FL, June 19 — Despite fighting in his opponent’s backyard in Ankara, Turkey, former world heavyweight champion Oliver McCall moved a step closer to regaining the crown he once held on Saturday, as he battered and outpointed Sinan Samil Sam over ...  Full Story

Two World Championship Fights Headline Hopkins vs. Wright  LOS ANGELES (June 19, 2007)…The undercard of Hopkins vs. Wright "Coming to Fight" will showcase two exciting World Championship bouts featuring the United States debut of two of boxing's most exciting rising stars. Veteran featherweight star and former WBC Super Bantamweight Champion Oscar "Chololo" Larios will have the opportunity to add another title to his extensive resume. Full Story

Ireland off to a Flying Start at European Union Championships"By Bernard O'Neill
(JUN 19) In boxing Conor Ahern and Eric Donovan got Irelands European Union Championships campaign off to a positive start with victories at the National Stadium in Dublin today.  Flyweight, Ahern, of the Baldoyle club in Dublin, edged out England's Stewart Langley...Full Story

Manfredo a true throwback fighter
Manfredo-Banks headlines Wednesday night's "Cha-Ching In The Ring"
PROVIDENCE (June 18, 2007) - When the "The Pride of Providence" Peter Manfredo, Jr. enters the ring Wednesday night to headline the "Cha-Ching In The Ring" show, it'll mark his third fight within a 74-day period, an unheard of schedule today for a top 15 contender.  Full Story

June 23 "Night of the Rising Stars" Boxing Show Canceled  (JUN 16) "Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have, unfortunately, been forced to cancel our June 23 boxing event at The Roxy in Boston," stated Promoter Rich Cappiello. "The good news is that Cappiello Promotions returns to Boston at The Castle on July 18th with ESPN2 Wednesday Night Fights! We will be issuing a release with further information on that card this week, and it promises to be a good one!"

Tickets now on sale for Diaz vs. Morales on August 4th at Allstate Arena
(JUN 16) ROSEMONT, Illinois – It will be the Battle of Midway when three-division world champion ERIK “El TERRIBLE” MORALES, making his Chicago debut and seeking his record fourth world title in as many weight divisions, rumbles with WBC lightweight..Full Story

Figueroa signs with LoNano
BOSTON (June 15, 2007) -- Light welterweight prospect Frankie "El Gato" Figueroa has signed an exclusive managerial contract with Sal LoNano, president of S&L Boxing, it was announced today. Figueroa (16-2, 12 KOs), fighting out of the Bronx (NY), is the reigning WBC International Mundo Hispano..Full Story

Mijares headlines July 13 PPV in Mexico Integrated Sports & SIVOO Distribution Partners  HOBOKEN, New Jersey (June 15, 2007) - The hottest smaller-weight boxer in the world, WBC super flyweight champion Cristian Mijares, headlines the July 13th "The Gladiators" pay-per-view event live from the Gomez Palacio in Durango, Mexico....  Full Story

“Coming to Train" Bernard Hopkins Arrives in L.A. to begin Training with Freddie Roach for July 21st fight
LOS ANGELES, CA (June 14, 2007)Light Heavyweight Champion Bernard “The Executioner” Hopkins arrived in Los Angeles on Sunday and began training with new trainer Freddie Roach at the Wild Card Gym. Hopkins is already entrenched in a vigorous regimen in preparation for his summer blockbuster fight against Winky Wright..Full Story

Palmetto Boxing Presents Summer Showdown II! June 14, 2007 Video Streaming of Event!   Large Poster of Event

(JUN 14) On July 14, 2007, at the Jamil Shrine Auditorium, in Columbia, South Carolina, Palmetto Boxing will present an evening of boxing on the "Summer Showdown II."  The card is promoted by Andrew Stokes Tickets for Summer Showdown are on sale now and can be purchased by calling (803) 798-2266. More

Toney suspended for Steroid use
(JUN 14) James Toney, has tested positive for steroids and it is reported that he may be facing a one-year suspension from boxing.  The California State Athletic Commission said that Toney in his fight against Danny Batchelder that took place on May 24, 2007, in San Jose, had tested positive for two different types [stanazolol and oxandolone]..Full Story

Mexico Defends Boxing World Cup Crown against the Philippines LOS ANGELES (June 13) – After compiling an impressive 5-1 record against fighters from Thailand in Golden Boy Promotions’ inaugural Boxing World Cup in October of 2005, the warriors of Mexico are back to defend their title against the Philippines’ finest in the 2007 World Cup, the sport’s only international competition.  Full Story

Cotto TKO’s Judah in the 11th!
By: Ralph Rimpell -(full report) (JUN 12) On Saturday night in Madison Square Garden, Miguel Cotto successfully defended his WBA welterweight championship against former undisputed world welterweight champion Zab Judah. Judah, from Brooklyn claimed he was going to have more support in the audience from the Puerto Rican community than Cotto. By fight night in front of a sell out crowd it was obvious that Cotto was the hometown fighter instead ..Full Story

“Black-Tie Boxing” June 27 in NYC
NEW YORK (June 12, 2007) – Pro boxing goes upscale when “Black-Tie Boxing” comes to New York City on June 27 as caviar and champagne replace hot dogs and beer, tuxedos and gowns become required attire and fashion models serve as round card girls, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Full Story

Gomez Calls Out Other Welterweights June 11, 2007

(JUN 11) “It’s important to prove yourself the best at home before moving up. To be the best, you have to beat the best” said Joe Gomez (10-1-1 4KO’s) of Bloomfield, NM who escaladed with the TKO win.  This past Saturday at Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio, CO, local favorite Joe Gomez took on veteran Rene Francisco Herrera (26-17-0 19KO’s) of El Paso, TX. It was a scheduled eight-rounder ...Full Story

Cotto Wins by KO over Judah {Photo: HBO) June 10, 2007

Tarver Wins by Decision: Ruiz gets Stopped (JUN 10) Last night at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford Connecticut,  38-year old Antonio Tarver regained the IBO light-heavyweight title by winning a 12-round majority decision over Elvir Muriqi.  The judges scores were, 114-114, 115-113, and 116-112.  On the same card, 24-year-old Chad Dawson, successfully defended his WBC light-heavyweight and stopped Mexico's Jesus "Chuy" Ruiz in the sixth round.

Morrison wins, but crowd angry
(JUN 10) CAMP VERDE, Ariz. -- Former heavyweight champion Tommy Morrison won his MMA debut but lost the crowd Saturday night. Fighting in a cage on a clear night in the desert, Morrison knocked out John Stover (7-2) at 2:08 of the first round. Boos rained down as a panting Morrison raised his hand after breaking Stover's nose with a straight right..Source: Sportsnet.ca Link to story

Williams-Brown chief support on "Cha-Ching In The Ring"  PROVIDENCE (June 9, 2007) - A Special Cruiserweight Attraction bout between nine-time US National amateur champion Aaron Williams and tough Derrick "D-Train" Brown has been added as chief support for THE June 20th "Cha-Ching In The Ring," featuring "The Pride of Providence" Peter Manfredo, Jr., on ESPN2 Wednesday Night Fights at Foxwoods Resort  Full Story

Savanna Hill to fight Noriko Kariya June 8, 2007 (Inset: Hill with husband)

 (JUN 8) On June 23, 2007, at the Birchwood Manor, in Whippany in New Jersey, Savanna Hill, of Russellville, Arkansas, will be facing Noriko Kariya, who fights out of New Jersey, in a six-rounder on the undercard.  Full Story

Stevie Johnston challenges top lightweights LAS VEGAS (June 8, 2007) - Four-time world lightweight champion and reigning IBA title-holder Stevie "Lil' But Bad" Johnston has issued challenges to two of the three Diaz world lightweight champs - (WBA/WBO) Juan, and (IBF) Julio - as well as leading contender Joel Casmayor for a proposed title fight... Full Story

Vassiliy Jirov headlines "Pinnacle FiteNite" July 14 at 4 Bears Casino & Lodge in North Dakota  NEW TOWN, North Dakota (June 8, 2007) - Former IBF cruiserweight champion Vassiliy "The Tiger" Jirov, 1996 Olympic gold medal winner and Outstanding Boxer, headlines the "Pinnacle FiteNite" pro boxing show Saturday night, July 14 at 4 Bears Casino and Lodge in New Town, North Dakota.  Full Story

A Night of Boxing Off Broadway
(JUNE 8) An unprecedented evening of pugilism and the performing arts at the Producers Club, 358 W. 44th Street, scheduled for June 29 and 30. Former world champion boxers, actors and writers command the evening. "A Night of Boxing Off Broadway," is a multimedia event that explores the depths of a fighter's soul and celebrates the proud tradition of the sweet science of boxing.  Full Story

Televised Professional Boxing from the Legendary Blue Horizon in Philadelphia is back! Philadelphia Pa. (JUNE 8) – Fans will be treated to a stellar night of boxing as ONE of its’ brightest rising stars, Harry Joe Yorgey 19-0-1 (9 KO’s), will showcase his talents on a national stage. Fighting City Productions in association with The Legendary....Full Story

Cotto-Judah Preview By: Ralph Rimpell June 7, 2007 Photo: HBO

On June 9, 2007 WBA welterweight champion, Miguel Cotto (29-0, 24 KO’s) will face his stiffest test, former undisputed welterweight champion Zab Judah (34-4, 25 KO’s) at Madison Square Garden in New York. Cotto’s promotional company, Top Rank, headed by Bob Arum has done an excellent job guiding his career. The job they....Full Story

Malignaggi setting trap for "Black Panther" BROOKLYN (June 6, 2007) - Outspoken boxer Paulie "The Magic Man" Malignaggi has been relatively quiet, at least for him, as he prepares for his June 16th title challenge against IBF junior welterweight champion Lovemore "Black Panther" Ndou on HBO BAD at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Full Story

Live Championship Boxing Saturday, June 9th at 7pm  (JUNE 6) The Northwest Boxing Association Heavyweight Championship is on the line when Vili “The Tongan Warrior” Bloomfield, who is an Everett, WA native and weighs in around 225 lbs. will face Eric “Night Train” Boose, who hails from Puyallup, WA with a ten win one loss record. The event will take place at the Lucky Eagle Casino, in Rochester, Washington. Full Story

THE LEGENDARY BLUE HORIZON GOES NATIONAL ON JUNE 14TH! Philadelphia Pa. (JUN 6) – Fans will be treated to a stellar night of boxing as ONE of its’ brightest rising stars, Harry Joe Yorgey 19-0-1 (9 KO’s), will showcase his talents on a national stage. Fighting City Productions in association with The Legendary Blue Horizon, will air the BEST action of the June 1st card on Comcast Sports Net nationally.  Full Story

“ATOMIC BULL” LOOKS TO CHARGE SAM ON JUNE 16TH  HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 6 – With an unbeaten streak of ten fights, and with only one defeat in his last 25 fights, former world heavyweight champion Oliver McCall is on a torrid hot streak that he hopes will carry him to another championship. But first, “The Atomic Bull” has to get by rugged battler Sinan Samil Sam (27-3, 15 KOs) on Saturday, June 16th at the Ataturk Spor Salonu in Ankara, Turkey for the WBC International ....Full Story

Goodson Takes Part in Locks of Love Fundraiser! June 5, 2007 Flash Photo Slideshow

(JUN 5) On June 1, 2007, Sarah "The Thrilla from Manila" Goodson, WIBF Minimum Weight Champion of the world, took part in the "Locks of Love fund raiser" to help raise money to help kids with cancer during their Chemotherapy treatment.  The event was a success and Sarah had a great time ...Full Story

Ibragimov Celebrates Win over Briggs--ready for all Comers HOLLYWOOD, FL, June 5 – It was the culmination of a lifelong dream, and finally, Sultan Ibragimov can call himself ‘Champion’ after scoring a clear cut 12 round unanimous decision over Shannon Briggs last Saturday night to win the WBO Heavyweight Championship.  Full Story

Manfredo returns for "Cha-Ching In The Ring" June 20 on ESPN2 WNF at Foxwoods Resort Casino  PROVIDENCE (June 5, 2007) - "The Pride of Providence" Peter Manfredo, Jr. goes right back into the ring June 20, headlining "Cha-Ching In The Ring," on ESPN2 Wednesday Night Fights at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut.  Full Story

Attorney Robert Shapiro to fight DJ Danny Donaduce in Exhibition Bout at Charity Event! (JUN 4)  On June 11, 2007, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, in Beverly Hills, California, in a charity fundraiser to benefit Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services (www.vistadelmar.org ), Jackie Kallen will be putting on this event.  The event will honor Emanuel Steward, with celebrities on hand. There will be a special exhibition bout between OJ Attorney Robert Shapiro, and DJ Danny Bonaduce, and two other bouts. There is a female bout on the card with pro debuters Hailee Lanker vs. Kat Cruz. The two will be fighting at 118 lbs, in a four-rounder.

White Wolf Hunting Ibragimov!

(JUN 4) Offended by Ibragimov’s comments about him, former WBO King Sergei Liakhovich wants to be the first to face the new champion.  Former WBO Heavyweight Champion Sergei Liakhovich says he’s surprised and offended by the pre-fight comments of new champion Sultan Ibragimov and would like....Full Story

Live Championship Boxing Saturday, June 9th at 7pm (JUN 3) The Northwest Boxing Association Heavyweight Championship is on the line when Vili “The Tongan Warrior” Bloomfield, who is an Everett, WA native and weighs in around 225 lbs. will face Eric “Night Train” Boose, who hails from Puyallup, WA with a ten win one loss record. Full Story

Freddy Chura wins in Chile!
By Kevin Bello  (JUN 3) Chilean jr. welterweight Freddy Chura (62kg) won an eight round unanimous decision over welterweight Carlos Narvaez (65kg) in the main event, that took place on Saturday at the Villa General Lagos Gym in Arica, Chile.

Super middleweight prospect
Mark DeLuca stars in "Pro Boxing"
June 8 show in Boston  BOSTON (June 1, 2007) - Former highly-decorated amateur boxing star Mark "The Italian Bazooka" DeLuca headlines "Pro Boxing," presented by Rising Star Promotions, on Friday night, June 8 at Freeport ..Full Story

Ibragimov’s Manager Pulls a Yoel Judah
Hollywood, FL, June 1 - Taking a page from Yoel Judah’s public relations guidebook, heavyweight title challenger Sultan Ibragimov’s manager Boris Grinberg, tried to impersonate his fighter on nationally syndicated radio show “Through the Ropes”, hosted ...Full Story

Rodriguez and Undefeated Eloy Perez to Headline June 1, 2007