Figueroa takes on veteran Augustus -Nov. 8 on Jones-Calzaghe PPV October 31, 2008 "El Gato" Figueroa Interview

LAS VEGAS (October 31, 2008) – NABF light welterweight champion Frankie “El Gato” Figueroa, recently signed to a promotional contract by Roy Jones, Jr.’s Square Ring Promotions, will now take on the unofficial gatekeeper of the light welterweight division, veteran Emanuel “Drunken Master” Augustus, in the opening bout on the November 8th Jones-Calzaghe HBO PPV card at Madison Square Garden in New York City.  Full Story

National U/21 Championships S/F Results By Bernard O'Neill October 31, 2008

(OCT 31) The Keating twins, Gavin and Graham, were celebrating a Halloween double tonight after both St Saviour OBA boxers won their semi final bouts at the National U/21 Championships at the National Stadium in Dublin.  Gavin saw off the challenge of lightweight Keith Coady in a Dublin derby, and Graham marched into the featherweight final courtesy of 17-5..Full Story

Augustus Added to Jones vs. Calzaghe Undercard October 31, 2008

(OCT 31) Emanuel "The Drunken Master" Augustus fights #4 WBC, #5 IBF, and #15 WBA ranked contender Frankie Figueroa in the opening televised bout on the HBO Pay Per View, Battle of The Super Powers fight card. This card features Roy Jones Jr. versus Joe Calzaghe at Madison Square Garden...Full Story

Ice Promotions presents Live Pro Boxing - Saturday, Nov. 1 - Patriot Center October 31, 2008

(OCT 31)  Schedule of Events for Nov. 1 Boxing Event - Fight fans are invited to two upcoming events associated with the Live Pro Boxing Show coming to the Patriot Center on Saturday, Nov. 1 featuring local fan favorite Jimmy Lange in the...Full Story

Huge Flash Photo Slideshows of Holly Holm vs. Mary Jo Sanders in their rematch on HBN! October 31, 2008

(OCT 31) WBAN has a real "Halloween" treat for boxing fans on  [HBN], with three flash photo slideshows of the rematch between Holly Holm vs. Mary Jo Sanders that took place on October 17, 2008.  Photographer Dan Graschuck covered the press conference, weigh-in and the 10-round title bout. Flash Photo Slideshows, go here!

The WBC Disclaims any Responsibility Regarding Barrera vs. Ventura Source: WBC October 31, 2008

The World Boxing Council sent out a release stating that due to Sammy Ventura´s inactivity and the fact that he was defeated in his last two fights, the organization disclaims any responsibility regarding the fight he will take part in against former world champion Marco Antonio Barrera that will take place on November 7th, in Chegdu, China. The promoter is Don King---and the WBC has nothing to do with this mentioned fight.

Tommy Brooks now working Pawel Wolak’s corner October 30, 2008

NEW YORK (October 30, 2008) – Polish power puncher Pawel “Raging Bull” Wolak has added veteran trainer Tommy Brooks to his team as they prepare for his November 21st fight against Christian Lloyd Joseph on “The Grande Event” card, promoted by Cedric Kushner’s Gotham Boxing, at the famed..Full Story

Dynamic Maloney Duo See Action On Wigan Fight Card October 20, 2008

(OCT 30) The undercard of the Bell vs. Haskins British title fight held on Friday, November 7 at Robin Park Centre in Wigan, England. Rough and tumble northern welterweight Mark Thompson returns to the ring just three weeks after...Full Story

“King Arthur” suggests Marquez look for new job October 30, 2008

HOBOKEN, N.J. (October 30, 2008) – In response to Raul “El Diamente” Marquez’ recent claims to shock the boxing world November 8 when he fights unbeaten IBF middleweight champion “King” Arthur Abraham at Jako Arena in Bamberg, Germany, unbeaten International Boxing Federation middleweight champion “King” Arthur Abraham suggests that the ..Full Story

Bika wants unification fight or Hopkins after Manfredo October 30, 2008 Sakio Bika Promotional Video

PROVIDENCE (October 30, 2008) – The Contender, Season Three winner Sakio "The Scorpion" Bika plans to cash in after an impressive win November 13 against two-time world title challenger "The Pride of Providence" Peter Manfredo, Jr., runner-up in Season One of The Contender, for the vacant IBO...Full Story

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson October 30, 2008

German-Turkish middle Mahir Oral fights Kofi Jantuah on the Arena Box Promotion’s show in Istanbul, on November 18. Mahir comes in fresh from 50 rounds of sparring with WBA challenger Sebastian Sylvester. In other action heavyweight Steffen Kretschmann will take on once touted Russian Denis Bakhtov while Konstantin Airich face one time WBF heavy...Full Story

Concepcion to return to ring on November 26th in Panama October 30, 2008

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA – It was announced yesterday by Optimum Sports Agency that Rafael “El Torito” Concepcion will make his ring return November 26th in Panama.  The bout will be promoted by Rogelio Espino of Promociones y Eventos Del Istmo and it will take place at the Centro de..Full Story

AIBA World Youth Championships By Bernard O'Neill October 30, 2008

Ireland is guaranteed at least FOUR bronze medals from the AIBA World Youth Championships in Guadalajara, Mexico.  Irish boxers bridged a six year gap since Andy Lee won silver at the 2002 World Youth Championships in Cuba, then called the AIBA World Junior Championships, in the space of a few..Full Story

'Brawl in the Falls' Boxing is Back at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel October 29, 2008

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y., Iroquois Promotions Inc. in Association with Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel Presents "Big" Michael Grant, former NABF Champion of Chicago, IL, will attempt to claim the North American Boxing Association (NABA) US Championship heavyweight title when he takes on Paul "Italian Hit Man" Marinaccio, one of Western New York's..Full Story

"For Pride and Country" - Open Workout - Photos and Quotes Photo Credit: Jorge Garcia Pictured: Vic Darchinyan October 29, 2008

(OCT 29) International Boxing Federation (IBF) 115-pound champion Vic Darchinyan, undefeated, world-ranked super middleweight Andre Dirrell and once-beaten, world-ranked 168-pound contender Victor Oganov participated in an open media Tuesday in Long Beach, CA.  Full Story

David Haye could be just one fight away from meeting his Goliath. by Travis Hartman "Still Fighting" October 29, 2008 Photo: Wiki

Haye (21-1, 20 KO), has power and blazing speed on his side and will need every bit of it in the current super-sized heavyweight division. Barring a major injury prior to or on Nov. 15, at the 02 Arena (Millennium Dome), in Greenwich, London, UK, Haye will  defeat former heavyweight contender Monte Barrett in his next bout, and then we could possibly see the 21st century version of David versus Goliath.  Full Story

Championship boxing finds home on Super Channel October 29, 2008

EDMONTON, AB October 29, 2008 – It’s one of the most intriguing world title fights of the year and Canadian fight fans will get a chance to see it all take place, live on Super Channel.  Live from the Trent FM Arena, in Nottingham, England, on December 6, Montreal’s Jean Pascal (21-0, 14 KO’s) and hometown hero Carl “The Cobra” Froch (23-0, 19 KO’s) will put..Full Story

Killing with kindness? By Ewan Whyte October 29, 2008

“President Tabaré Vázquez might have been missing today from the launch of his own reelection campaign, but with Chris Namús, an undeniably foxy boxeadora weaving through the crowd in a plaid skirt and black tank top, I'm not sure anyone noticed,” writes Fulbright research scholar Benjamin N. Gedan, who is studying the Uruguayan media, in his.....Full Story

James “Quick Draw” DuBois: Sensational in Cestus Management Debut! By Cestus Press October 28, 2008

(OCT 28) On October 25, 2008 , undefeated 130-pound Texas boxing phenomenon James “Quick Draw” DuBois (7-0-0 w/3 kos) made his Cestus Management debut a memorable one by completely dismantling hometown fighter Darryl Watson in brutal fashion. The end came at one minute, fifteen..Full Story

Top five reasons Roy Jones Jr. “could” beat Joe Calzaghe. By Mike Cassell October 28, 2008

As the Michelangelo in Bernard Hopkins painted the ceiling of Boardwalk Hall with Kelly Pavlik’s blood, a very quiet and confident Roy Jones Jr. sat smiling on a darkened stage that was set up behind the press area near the back of the arena. He was bearded with sunglasses a hat, and a cane, resembling one of the men who may have set the stage up, as opposed to one..Full Story

European Senior Championships By Bernard O'Neill October 28, 2008

The Irish senior squad arrived in Sheffield this morning for a training camp ahead of next months European Senior Championships in Liverpool.  The nine man squad will train and spar with England, France and Sweden at the English Institute of Sport (EIS) ahead of the Championships which begin on Merseyside..Full Story

Cristobal Arreola Joins the LA Lakers debut at Citizens Business Bank Arena Photos: Jan Sanders/ Goossen Tutor Promotions

(OCT 28) LOS ANGELES, CA  -- Cristobal "The Nightmare" Arreola visited the newly built, state-of-the-art Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California this past Friday to support the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team in a pre-season game against Oklahoma City Thunder.  Full Story

October 29th Roseland Ballroom undercard announced October 28, 2008

(OCT 28) Tomorrow night on October 29th, at the Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing will present an exciting night of boxing at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City. The card will be headlined by the WBO #7, IBF #10, WBA #11, WBC #15 rated jr. welterweight in the world, The Pride of Greece, "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis (20-2-2, 10KO) taking on tough Ben Ankrah (19-6-1, 9KO). The bout is scheduled for ten rounds...Full Story

Abraham-Marquez world title fight on PPV live Nov. 8 from Germany October 27, 2008

HOBOKEN, N.J. (October 27, 2008) – International Boxing Federation top contender and mandatory challenger, former U.S. Olympian and IBF light middleweight title-holder Raul “El Diamente” Marquez, says he will shock the boxing world November 8 when he fights unbeaten IBF middleweight champion “King” Arthur Abraham at Jako Arena..Full Story

Rossel and Fernandez win Intercontinental titles! By Kevin Bello October 27, 2008

(OCT 27) Last night at the Maria Angola Convention Center Hotel & Casino in Lima, Peru, in the main event former Olympian Peruvian boxer Alberto "Chiquito" Rossel (19-7, 9 KOs) TKO´d Colombian-Ecuadorian Edwin Ortega in the fourth round after the referee Eugenio Guerra stopped the bout, and claimed..Full Story

Oliveira Disposes of Former Cruiserweight Champion in Three by Doug Ward - of UBC October 27, 2008

(OCT 27) On Saturday night, the Underground Boxing Company's rising Light Heavyweight prospect, Marcus Oliveira (15-0-1 with 12 KOs) cemented his position in the division with an exciting third round TKO stoppage over former IBF and USBA Cruiserweight Champion, Kelvin "Concrete" Davis (24-9-2). Full Story

Pucek Won by decision over De La Torre Photos/Story By Mike Blair October 26, 2008

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson October 26, 2008 Video: Kessler vs Haussler

WBA super middle champ Mikkel Kessler retained the title in style with a third round knockout over brave but outclassed German challenger Danilo Haussler. Kessler landed with a combination finishing it with a hard right and a devastating left. Haussler went down and referee Stanley Christodoulou waved it over when Danilo´s chief cornerman and longtime...Full Story

National U/21 Championships Q/F Results By Bernard O'Neill October 26, 2008

(OCT 26) Light welterweight Larry Fryers recorded a convincing 19-3 win over James McDonagh in this evenings quarter final session of the National U/21 Championships at the National Stadium in Dublin. And Shane McGuigan, with his father Barry McGuigan working his corner, completed the Clones double after earning a 15-9 victory over skilful Antrim light middleweight..Full Story

Keeping Up With - Mia St. John By Shawn M. Murphy October 26, 2008

Boxing's Mia St. John is nicknamed "The Knockout", for obvious reasons. But there is more than just beauty here. There's a strong-willed women who pretty much achieves all she sets out to do. There's the Tae Kwan Do champ, the college graduate and the WBC International title belt in boxing. Full Story

Tonight: Pucek vs. De La Torre Story/Photo by Mike Blair October 25, 2008

Explosive Thin Men: Bell vs. Haskins For British Title October 25, 2008

Frank Maloney Promotions returns to the north of England on Friday, November 7 when Andy Bell puts his British super flyweight championship at risk against veteran southpaw Lee Haskins at the Robin Park Centre in the Manchester..Full Story

Unbeaten Teon Kennedy Boxes Felipe Almanza on Nov. 14 at Philadelphia's New Alhambra October 25, 2008

Philadelphia, PA—Undefeated super bantamweight prospect Teon Kennedy, of North Philadelphia, goes for his 11th win as a pro when he takes on Felipe Almanza, of Lorica, Colombia, in a scheduled eight-round contest Friday evening, Nov. 14, at the New Alhambra, Swanson & Ritner Streets, next to Forman Mills, in South Philadelphia. First of eight fights at 7.30 p.m. Full Story

Update on Charles "Doc"  Broadus October 25, 2008 Video: Legend - Doc Broadus

(OCT 25) Charles "Doc" Broadus will be laid to rest on Monday the 27th at Bunkers Mortuaries at 925 Las Vegas Blvd North 702-385-1441. His viewing will be Sunday from 5pm-9pm and Monday  the service following at 9:00 a.m.

Boxing Superstars of ‘SuperPowers’ Put On The Canvas October 25, 2008

Las Vegas (Oct 25, 2008) – Hall of Fame artist Richard T. Slone has created his pre-fight depiction of boxing champion Joe Calzaghe engaged in full combat with Roy Jones Jr. just weeks before their epic battle at Madison Square Garden in New York.Bold and vibrantly painted, the new painting displays the emotions of two modern day gladiators, punches being thrown with bad intentions as these two boxing icons battle it..Full Story

Tonight: Catch the replay of the Hopkins vs. Pavlik October 25, 2008

Gonzalez vs. Archuleta Battle for IBA Title - West vs. Knight clash for female belt October 24, 2008

Friant, CA, October 24 – A very good boxing show just became a great boxing show, as promoter Roy Englebrecht announced today that he has added a second Championship Bout to the Table Mountain Casino show set for Tuesday, November 18th. This second title fight will featured two undefeated female warriors, when 10-0 Kaliesha West meets 4-0 Ava Knight..Full Story

Press Conference for the “Explosion over the Midlands” Boxing Event Photos by Billy Stanick October 24, 2008 Flash Photo Slideshow

(OCT 24) Yesterday the press conference was held for the upcoming boxing event, “Explosion over the Midlands” boxing show, that will take place at the Township Auditorium. The conference was held at the Sheraton Hotel, 100 Main St., in Columbia, SC. Huge Flash Photo Slideshow

National U/21 Championships By Bernard O'Neill October 24, 2008

Flash From The Past! Photos by Sue TL Fox October 24, 2008

(OCT 24) Throughout the ten years that WBAN has been covering the sport, we have an extensive collection of photos from men's bouts. We just added three "Flash Photo Slideshows of the September 7, 2002 boxing card that took place at the Rose Garden, in Portland, Oregon, to our "Flash From the Past" Segment on HBN!  The slideshows are the following: Roy Jones Jr. vs. Clinton Woods; Winky Wright vs. McKart, and an undercard heavyweight bout, "Battle of the Big Boys!  We will continue to post the many bouts that we have shot throughout the years, so be on the lookout!  To check out the latest Slideshows, go here!

Moreno Retains her WBC – WIBA Strawweight Titles By Mario Serrano - Publicist October 24, 2008 Photo Flash Slideshow By Mike Harris

(OCT 24) Last night Carina "La Reina" Moreno, 104.5,  retains her WBC and WIBA strawweight titles with a TKO victory over a game Jodi Esquibel, 104.5,  at the Tachi Palace Casino in Lemoore, California.  In the opening round, Esquibel used her lateral movement to escape the pressure of Moreno. Making adjustments, Moreno came into the..Full Story

Fighter Of The Year - Proud IBF Champ Steve ‘USS’ Cunningham Speaks Out And Gets A ‘Briscoe’. October 24, 2008

The ‘City of Brotherly Love’ lived up to it’s name when Philadelphia’s boxing elite and the media turned out in force to honour one of their own - Philadelphia’s brightest star and only current boxing World Champion, Steve ‘USS’ ...Full Story

Manfredo-Bika headlines Nov. 13 "Tough & Tested"at Dunkin' Donuts Center October 24, 2008

PROVIDENCE (October 24, 2008) – Unlike in many United States cities today, pro boxing remains alive and strong in Providence, which will host "Tough & Tested" on November 13 at the newly renovated Dunkin' Donuts Center. Two-time world title challenger "The Pride of Providence" Peter Manfredo, Jr....Full Story

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson October 23, 2008

It will be Ukrainian jr middle Roman Dzuman who takes on Alexander Abraham for the vacant EE-EU title on the undercard to Kessler vs. Haussler on Saturday in Oldenburg. Cruiser Yoan Pablo Hernandez fights experienced American...Full Story

All or Nothing: Jermain Taylor – Training Camp notes October 23, 2008 Jermain Taylor Greatest Highlights - HBO

(OCT 23) MIAMI, The fight that could define his career in the super middleweight division is less than month away, and news from Jermain Taylor's camp in Miami, Florida is very good. It's good, that is, unless you ask Jeff Lacy, Jermain Taylor's opponent for the November 15th fight "All or Nothing". HBO....Full Story

Irish Squad For Liverpool Named By Bernard O'Neill October 23, 2008

Danny O’Connor fighting Nov. 11 in Florida October 23, 2008 Photo: O'Connor Website

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (October 23, 2008) – 2008 U.S. Olympic first alternate Danny O’Connor, coming off of an impressive pro debut September 17 in Manchester (NH), in which, he stopped Jose Guerrido at 1:55 of the second round, returns to the ring November 11 on the “Bad Boys of Boxing” card at the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida.  Full Story

“At Last” Williams and Arreola are Challenged – Phillips and Walker Show no Fear October 23, 2008

Los Angeles, CA (October 23, 2008) – Promoter Dan Goossen has been in a quandary for some time. Blessed with extremely talented boxers and whom many believe to be champions that will elevate the sport to much greater heights, WBO Welterweight Champion Paul “The Punisher” Williams and ...Full Story

Alvarez - Larry Mosley / Escalante - Oliver headline October 24th Edition of "Solo Boxeo" October 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, October 22 - Golden Boy Promotions returns to the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa on Friday, October 24th for a hard-hitting night of professional boxing showcasing some of the best young talent in the sport. In the 10 round welterweight main event, Mexico's latest sensation, unbeaten..Full Story

Cedric Kushner’s Gotham Boxing returns with powerhouse “The Grande Event” show Photo: Gotham Boxing October 22, 2008 (Update: Quilles off card)

Don Juan Futrell and Hector Alatorre Settle the Score in a Rematch October 22, 2008

Light welterweight prospects, Don Juan Futrell (21-3-2, 10 KO's) and Hector Alatorre (15-5, 5 KO's) settle the score in a rematch at the Tachi Palace Casino in Lemoore, California, on October 23, 2008. On the line will be the vacant WBC USNBC light welterweight title, a title Futrell captured in...Full Story

World Youth Championships By Bernard O'Neill October 22, 2008

(OCT 22) Irish coach Jim Moore reckons that Ireland's talented young squad will take at lot of confidence from yesterdays sparring session with Russia in Guadalajara, Mexico ahead of the opening bell for the AIBA World Youth Championships on Saturday. Full Story

Duddy returns vs. Hill in NYC October 21, 2008

MIAMI (October 21, 2008) – Undefeated sensation "Ireland's" John Duddy returns to action November 21st in his adopted New York City home, headlining "The Grande Event" against veteran Sam "The Punching Policeman" Hill, at famed Roseland Ballroom in Manhattan.  Duddy (25-0, 17 KOs), on his way from the middleweight to light middleweight division...Full Story

Ponce De Leon Returns to the Ring to face Damian Marchino on November 1 October 21, 2008

LOS ANGELES, October 21 - Golden Boy Promotions returns to HBO Plus on Saturday, November 1st for the second edition of "Next Boxing Generation". On this edition of the breakout series, Former World Champion Daniel Ponce De Leon returns to fight in Mexico for the first time since 2003 as he..Full Story

Vitali Klitschko and Other Stars will be Attending our Conventions in Chendu Source: WBC [En Espanol] Photo: kilitschko.com October 21, 2008

(OCT 21)  The WBC received the marvelous confirmation regarding the fact that the recently crowned Heavyweight world champion, Vitali Klitschko, will be present at our 46th Annual Convention, which will be held in Chengdu, China, from the 2nd to the 8th of November 2008.  Full Story

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson October 21, 2008

(OCT 21)  It is not officially announced by Universum but in Hungary it's a well-publicized fact that WBO light heavy champ Zsolt Erdei defends the title in Germany, on January 10th---probably against Brit Dean Francis and WBO super middle ruler Denis Inkin makes his first defence....Full Story

Shawn Estrada Signs Promotions Pact with Goossen Tutor October 21, 2008

Los Angeles, CA (October 21, 2008) – LA-based promoter Dan Goossen – whose accomplishments have included the signings of the most talented and last two Americans to win Olympic Gold Medals – has reached a promotional deal with 2008 Olympic middleweight Shawn Estrada.  Full Story

Top rated light welterweight contender Frankie Figueroa signs with Square Ring October 21, 2008

LAS VEGAS (October 21, 2008) – NABF light welterweight champion Frankie “El Gato” Figueroa has signed a promotional contract with Roy Jones, Jr.’s Square Ring Promotions and the Bronx fighter has been added to the November 8 Jones-Calzaghe HBO PPV card at Madison Square Garden..Full Story

Hopkins turned back time while turning away Pavlik's challenge By Tim Smith Special to ESPN.com October 19, 2008

Latest Euro News by Per Ake Persson October 19, 2008

Wladimir Klitschko vs Alexander Povetkin go as previously announced ahead December 13. Site will be Mannheim. Klitschko is defending the IBF; WBO and IBO heavyweight titles. Povetkin, the White Lion, is with his speed, punch and agressive style in with a good chance of beating Wladimir.  Full Story

Ian Napa Poised For European Title Fight October 19, 2008

(OCT 19) t 5 foot one and 117 pounds, bantamweight Ian Napa is one of the least physically imposing fighters in England, but the 30 year old's remarkable boxing skills have brought him once again to the brink of the European title when he challenges reigning champion Carmelo "The Belgian Butcher" Ballone tonight at London's historic York Hall.  Full Story

Ramos Headlines "New Blood II" on October 24th Card October 18, 2008

LOS ANGELES, October 18– Hot lightweight prospect Luis Ramos will look for his sixth victory of 2008 on Friday, October 24th, when Thompson Boxing Promotions presents “New Blood II” at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, California. Full Story

The Lady Vanishes by Ewan Whyte October 18, 2008

On the 4th October 2007, 19-year-old Carmen Saint John left Panama in the company of Jesús Rosales and Leonardo Serrano to travel (supposedly) to Guayaquil, Ecuador, for an amateur tournament. It was the first time Carmen, then the baby of the Panamanian team, had been out of the country..Full Story
 

Central Council Tournament Results By Bernard O'Neill October 18, 2008

David Oliver Joyce came from behind to edge out Carl Frampton in a featherweight thriller at the National Stadium in Dublin. Joyce, the current 57Kg senior champion from the St Michael's Athy club, was trailing the 2007 EU silver medallist (2-0,4-2,6-5) at the end of rounds one, two and three but produced a storming finish to claim a 12-9 verdict.  Full Story

Manfredo training in comfort zone for IBO world title fight vs. Bika October 18, 2008

PROVIDENCE (October 18, 2008) – Two-time world title challenger “The Pride of Providence” Peter Manfredo, Jr., runner-up in Season One of The Contender, finds himself training at home in a comfort zone as he prepares for his IBO super middleweight title fight November 13 against Sakio “The Scorpian” Bika, winner of Season Three of The Contender, at the newly renovated Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island.  Full Story

Camp Notes: Carina Moreno by Mario Serrano Publicist October 17, 2008

Pavlik vs Hopkins - Steve Cunningham gives his verdict. October 17, 2008 Countdown to Kelly Pavlik - Bernard Hopkins

(OCT 17) Philadelphia’s only current boxing world champion, cruiserweight ring king, Steve ‘USS’ Cunningham, took a little time out from preparing for his December 11th, International Boxing Federation title defense against Tomasz ‘Road Warrior’ Adamek and gives his verdict on this weekends big fight between young gun, Kelly Pavlik and fellow Philly star...Full Story

1984 Olympic Reunion Tour Source: PR/Terri Moss October 17, 2008

(OCT 17) Xavier Biggs of Decatur Boxing Club just outside of Atlanta, GA is conducting a tribute tour in honor of the greatest Olympic Boxing Team in history as they near the 25th anniversary of their Olympiad held in Los Angeles in 1984. The tour began September 20th in Atlanta where several members of their team were honored on a spectacular amateur boxing...Full Story

Manchester Welter Mark Thompson Eyes Title Shot October 17, 2008

(OCT 17) Big-hearted welterweight Mark Thompson continues his march towards a domestic title shot with an appearance on the October 17 York Hall fight card this weekend, supporting the main event of Ian Napa vs. Carmelo Ballone for the European bantamweight championship.  Full Story

Central Council Tournament By Bernard O'Neill October 17, 2008

Reigning Irish featherweight champion David Oliver Joyce will meet Carl Frampton in tonight's Central Council tournament at the National Stadium in Dublin.  Both men were due to meet in last weeks Open Senior Competition finals at the Stadium, but Joyce, from the St Michael's Athy, club had to pull..Full Story

Former Champion Eric Aiken and Top Prospect Thomas Snow Added to November 1 Fight Card at Patriot Center October 16, 2008

Fairfax, VA (October 16, 2008) --- Two top beltway fighters, former International Boxing Federation (IBF) featherweight world champion Eric “Mighty Mouse” Aiken (16-7-1, 12 KOs) and Thomas “KO” Snow (10-1, 8 KOs), one of the east coast’s top featherweight prospects, have been added to the November 1, 2008 boxing card at the Patriot Center, Ice Promotions...Full Story

Abraham-Marquez world title fight Broadcast live Nov. 8 from Germany October 16, 2008 Preview footage

HOBOKEN, N.J. (October 16, 2008) – Integrated Sports will distribute the long awaited November 8th showdown between unbeaten International Boxing Federation middleweight champion “King” Arthur Abraham and top contender Raul “El Diamente” Marquez, in the United States and Canada..Full Story

2008 Olympian Demetrius Andrade to Hold Boxing Clinic October 16, 2008

Bronx, NY - 2008 Olympian Demetrius Andrade will be conducting a boxing workshop for kids as part of the Kid's Action League (KAL) Festival this Saturday October 18th in Providence, RI. The workshop will be held at the Main Street Martial Arts studio at 1282 North Main Street at 2:00 PM. KAL is ...Full Story

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