http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/players/bermane_stiverne/73638 Recent articles about Bermane Stiverne en-us Big Weekends for 2 Possible Future Title Threats This past weekend, Bermane Stiverne and Deontay Wilder scored good wins. Stiverne is the one who made the biggest move up the leader-board, with a unanimous decision over legitimate contender Chris Arreola. Wilder, meanwhile, beat Audley Harrison in one round, something that has now happened twice to Harrison in the past 6 months. Though Stiverne scored by far the better win, each man showed dominance against a class of fighter that was many levels above anyone they had ever tangled with before. With the Klitschko era presumably winding down, each guy gave their name a little extra heat as possible predecessors. With heavyweight hopefuls like David Price, Seth Mitchell, and others having been recently exploited, the diverse pair of Stiverne and Wilder, for all we know, may be among the best of the non-Klitschko bunch. Deontay Wilder Credit: Tom Casino / Showtime First thing’s first--beating Audley Harrison alone does not make you a ... Thu, 02 May 2013 14:33:05 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/deontay_wilder_bermane_stiverne_each_emerging_as_title_threats/13536980 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/deontay_wilder_bermane_stiverne_each_emerging_as_title_threats/13536980 Deontay Wilder & Bermane Stiverne each emerging as title threats http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/deontay_wilder_bermane_stiverne_each_emerging_as_title_threats/13536980 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Bermane Stiverne won a dominant unanimous decision over former heavyweight title contender Chris Arreola on Saturday night. Stiverne (23-1-1, 20 KOs) apparently broke Arreola's nose early in the fight, and he knocked down Arreola with a big right hand shortly before the third-round bell. The Haitian-born fighter from Canada bloodied Arreola's face and survived trouble in the ninth for the most impressive victory of his career. Two judges at the Citizens Business Bank Arena saw it 117-110, and the third scored it 118-109. Arreola (35-3) had won seven straight fights since losing to Tomasz Adamek in April 2010. He lost to WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko in 2009. Stiverne earned a theoretical title shot at Klitschko, although it's unclear when the 41-year-old Ukrainian politician might resume his boxing career. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:02:02 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/stiverne_outpoints_arreola_in_heavyweight_upset/13502399 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/stiverne_outpoints_arreola_in_heavyweight_upset/13502399 Stiverne outpoints Arreola in heavyweight upset http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/stiverne_outpoints_arreola_in_heavyweight_upset/13502399 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png On Thursday, WBC #2 World Contender Bermane Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) showcased his boxing skills for media. In only two days from now, on April 27, Stiverne will go toe-to-toe with Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs) in a 12-round WBC World Championship Heavyweight Elimination bout with the winner guaranteed to fight for the World Championship in his next bout. Below are photos from his workout: The Arreola vs. Stiverne fight has been postponed on several occasions, so it's finally time to see these two guys square off in the ring. With Vitali Klitschko on the brink of retirement, a win could position the winner to hold a vacant title, so there's a lot on the line with this fight. Most fans don't know a ton about Stiverne, so it will be interesting to see how he responds to this stage. Doors open at Citizens Business Bank Arena at 2:30 p.m for this special HBO "Boxing Before Dark" event. The first bout starts at 3:00 p.m. with the sched... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:01:39 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/bermane_stiverne_workout_photos/13488901 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/bermane_stiverne_workout_photos/13488901 Bermane Stiverne workout photos http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/bermane_stiverne_workout_photos/13488901 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png On Wednesday afternoon, WBC #1 World Contender Chris Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs) and WBC #2 world contender Bermane Stiverne met for their final press conference. Right here, you'll find a collection of quotes, photos and videos from the presser to get a feel for what the fighters are thinking before fight night. This Saturday, April 27, Arreola will challenge the heavy-hitting WBC #2 World Contender Bermane "B.Ware" Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) in a 12-round WBC World Championship Heavyweight Elimination bout with the winner guaranteed to fight for the World Championship in his next bout. Bermane Stiverne: "A few days away from the fight. I don't really have much to say except if anyone cut me with a knife to see what's inside of me they would see that I'm not here to knock Chris out. I am here to chop his head off. That's what we do where I came from. You don't break my will. I can't wait for Saturday night. This is serious. Before you bea... Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:43:10 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/arreola_vs_stiverne_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/13479976 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/arreola_vs_stiverne_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/13479976 Arreola vs. Stiverne final presser photos, quotes & video http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/arreola_vs_stiverne_final_presser_photos_quotes_video/13479976 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/b/eb11ced7099ec48e77a88cd0fd03ddef37974637/mini/Vitali_Klitschko_vs_10a7.jpg Prepare for Power. Two of the biggest punchers in the heavyweight division are weeks away toward a collision course. The WBC's #1 World Contender, Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs) and the WBC #2 World Contender, Bermane "B. Ware" Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) are scheduled to exchange heavyweight knockout punches in a 12-round WBC World Championship Heavyweight Elimination bout on Saturday, April 27 at Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California. Chris Arreola: On his inactivity: I get frustrated when I get injured at the gym or when I get sick. But when I have to wait for a fight, it doesn't frustrate me because I have worked my butt off for the entire year since 2011. Even though last year I only fought once, I know that when I fight again that I am ready to go. I'm hungry to fight. When I go to [Jose Lopez's] fight or any other fight, I get antsy. I get that motivation to fight and get in there. In reference to seeing Stive... Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:38:29 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_bermane_stiverne_presser_photos_quotes/13307932 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_bermane_stiverne_presser_photos_quotes/13307932 Chris Arreola-Bermane Stiverne presser photos & quotes http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/chris_arreola_bermane_stiverne_presser_photos_quotes/13307932 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/d/7d82263fbd3b21fc56d29e6a951aa71854f9d5d9/mini/GettyImage.ashx_url_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f91184892.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dEWSAsset_26k_3d2_26d_3d77BFBA49EF878921CC759DF4EBAC47D0ADD542FD0488E41438957F5C24267BCC3D6B4C9EBD0C3008.jpg Chris Arreola held a media workout to show off his current form and talk about his upcoming clash against Bermane Stiverne. Right here, you'll find a collection of Arreola photos and quotes from the session. Take a look.   "I've been working on my usual aggressive power punching style and focusing on waist and head movement. It has been a year since I have last fought and I am feeling anxious to get back into the ring and shine on HBO," said the WBC's #1 world ranked heavyweight, Chris Arreola. "I'm ready to fight for and claim the top spot in the world in the heavyweight division and that includes the current world champions. I'm ready." Arreola appeared to be wearing a t-shirt which read "Lazy but talented." A fair enough description of his career over the years, one supposes. Added trainer Henry Ramirez, "Chris has been back training hard and preparing for the challenge that Bermane Stiverne presents, great hand speed an... Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:47:45 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_workout_photos_quotes/13243255 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_workout_photos_quotes/13243255 Chris Arreola workout photos & quotes http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/chris_arreola_workout_photos_quotes/13243255 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/d/7d82263fbd3b21fc56d29e6a951aa71854f9d5d9/mini/GettyImage.ashx_url_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f91184892.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dEWSAsset_26k_3d2_26d_3d77BFBA49EF878921CC759DF4EBAC47D0ADD542FD0488E41438957F5C24267BCC3D6B4C9EBD0C3008.jpg The beat goes on. Riverside's Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs) will fight Bermane Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) of Las Vegas on Saturday, April 27 at the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California said Dan Goossen, president of Goossen Tutor Promotions. Rescheduled after Arreola was forced to postpone a previously scheduled fight with Stiverne due to illness, the crowd-pleasing heavyweight was thrilled with the new date. "I'm glad we were able to reschedule this terrific heavyweight matchup so the boxing fans can look forward to an exciting night of action on HBO® with the heavyweight showdown between Cristobal Arreola and Bermane Stiverne," said Kery Davis, Senior Vice President of Programming, HBO® Sports. "The illness that forced me to pull out of the fight was unfortunate but I am very happy to once again be healthy and thankful to my promoter Goossen Tutor and HBO for rescheduling my fight," stated Arreola. "Being less... Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:31:29 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/arreola_vs_stiverene_rescheduled_to_april_27_on_hbo/13145155 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/arreola_vs_stiverene_rescheduled_to_april_27_on_hbo/13145155 Arreola vs. Stiverene rescheduled to April 27 on HBO http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/arreola_vs_stiverene_rescheduled_to_april_27_on_hbo/13145155 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Main Events Promotions would seem to have salvaged their March 9 heavyweight tilt. Chris Arreola was supposed to have fought Bermane Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) before a bout with bronchitis delivered a KO to Arreola’s aspirations for the fight. Kathy Duva, as reported via KO Digest on social media, has reached out to Eddie Chambers [...] Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:23:47 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/fast_eddie_chambers_to_fight_bermane_stiverne/13010914 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/fast_eddie_chambers_to_fight_bermane_stiverne/13010914 ‘Fast Eddie’ Chambers to Fight Bermane Stiverne http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/fast_eddie_chambers_to_fight_bermane_stiverne/13010914 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png In the wake of Cristobal Arreola's withdrawl from the March 9th HBO show, Eddie Chambers (36-3, 18 KO's) has offered to step up to fight Bermane Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KO's). Chambers has been in the gym and says he is ready to take Stiverne on. Eddie Chambers said, "I am always in the gym. I was training anyway. It would be very easy for me to take the March 9th fight against Stiverne. I think this is a great opportunity, just too good to pass up." "Eddie is a throwback, old-time fighter. He is always ready to go. As soon as he heard Arreola backed out of the fight Eddie called me to say he wanted to step in to fight Stiverne. We would be happy to make this fight," said Chambers promoter, Kathy Duva. --- All of that said, and it sounds as if Arreola-Stiverne is being postponed, not cancelled. That means that the two will be meeting up and fighting one another in the near future, as opposed to being available for other opportunities. With a potential ti... Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:51:02 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/with_chris_arreola_out_eddie_chambers_willing_to_go_in/13008412 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/with_chris_arreola_out_eddie_chambers_willing_to_go_in/13008412 With Chris Arreola out, Eddie Chambers willing to go in http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/with_chris_arreola_out_eddie_chambers_willing_to_go_in/13008412 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/d/b/db46e8424d35fcd9c93aff66e06c7b249be0b041/mini/Universum_Champions_Night_8d05.jpg The comeback continues to stall badly for Chris Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs). Inactive for a full year, it looks like that inactivity will continue. ESPN’s Dan Rafael reports that Arreola has bronchitis, which has forced the cancellation of his fight with Bermane Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs), which would have been the final eliminator for the [...] Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:37:12 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_has_bronchitis_fight_with_bermane_stiverne_off/12991948 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_has_bronchitis_fight_with_bermane_stiverne_off/12991948 Chris Arreola Has Bronchitis, Fight With Bermane Stiverne Off http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/chris_arreola_has_bronchitis_fight_with_bermane_stiverne_off/12991948 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/b/eb11ced7099ec48e77a88cd0fd03ddef37974637/mini/Vitali_Klitschko_vs_10a7.jpg Fight Preview & Pick: Chris Arreola vs. Bermane Stiverne On March 9, Chris “The Nightmare” Arreola and Bermane “B-Ware” Stiverne tangle in a WBC title-elimination scheduled for 12 rounds. The bout will be held in Costa Mesa in Orange County--close to Arreola’s stomping grounds. The winner is line for shot at WBC champion Vitali Klitchko. Arreola is a significant favorite, based on the fact that he is proven at this level, while Stiverne is making a pronounced jump in class. Arreola will turn 32 two days before the fight and stands 6’3” with a 76-inch reach. Stiverne, already 34, is an inch shorter at 6’2”, but has a 4-inch reach advantage. Both men can weigh anywhere from 235-255, but will hopefully be closer to the low end of that range. Date: March 9, 2013 Site: The Hangar, Costa Mesa, California Weight Class: WBC Heavyweight Title Eliminator: 12 Rounds Chris Arreola, 35-2 (30 KOs), Riverside, California vs. Bermane Stiverne, 22-1-1 (20 KOs), Las Vegas via Canada and Haiti... Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:11:30 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_preview_prediction/12957994 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_preview_prediction/12957994 Chris Arreola vs. Bermane Stiverne preview & prediction http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_preview_prediction/12957994 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/7/d/7d82263fbd3b21fc56d29e6a951aa71854f9d5d9/mini/GettyImage.ashx_url_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f91184892.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dEWSAsset_26k_3d2_26d_3d77BFBA49EF878921CC759DF4EBAC47D0ADD542FD0488E41438957F5C24267BCC3D6B4C9EBD0C3008.jpg The next episode of The Fight Game with Jim Lampley premieres on March 9th on HBO. Right here, you can check out a video preview of the show. Give it a watch below. Alright, will it's a promo for the next episode of The Fight Game with Jim Lampley, but really this just seems like the same clips they've been using, with Lampley making a few comments about boxing overall, and a few blurbs from the likes of Max Kellerman or Roy Jones thrown in. So nothing new here necessarily, but the episode itself will be new next month, on Saturday, March 9th. The episode will debut after HBO's doubleheader that night, featuring Juan Carlos Salgado vs. Argenis Mendez for the IBF Super Featherweight Title in the co-feature, and Chris Arreola vs. Bermane Stiverne in a WBC eliminator in the main event. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:12:37 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/video_preview_fight_game_with_jim_lampley_new_episode_on_march_9/12900331 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/video_preview_fight_game_with_jim_lampley_new_episode_on_march_9/12900331 Video preview: Fight Game with Jim Lampley new episode on March 9 http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/video_preview_fight_game_with_jim_lampley_new_episode_on_march_9/12900331 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png On Saturday, March 9, Chris Arreola and Bermane Stiverne will square off in a fight to see which one of them gets a title shot at WBC titleholder Vitali Klitschko, if Klitschko opts to continue fighting. If not, the winner will be in place to fight for the interim strap and pick up a heavyweight belt the only way that somebody in the division can -- via not fighting a Klitschko. Check out a video preview of the Arreola vs. Stiverne event here, including clips of the fighters in action and training, and interviews with media members and others involved. March 9, 2013 WBC #1 Chris Arreola and WBC #2 Bermane Stiverne fight a WBC heavyweight elimination bout on HBO. The Hangar at the OC Fair and Events Center in Costa Mesa plays host. Additionally IBF Jr. Lightweight World Championship fight between Juan Carlos Salgado vs Argenis Mendez will fight to see who will be champion. Well, the media members interviewed here may be playing up Arreola vs. Stiverne a bit, but it is what it is. St... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:39:12 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_video_preview/12842506 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_video_preview/12842506 Chris Arreola vs. Bermane Stiverne video preview http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/chris_arreola_vs_bermane_stiverne_video_preview/12842506 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/b/eb11ced7099ec48e77a88cd0fd03ddef37974637/mini/Vitali_Klitschko_vs_10a7.jpg On Saturday, March 9, Riverside's Chris "The Nightmare" Arreola (35-2, 30 KOs) takes on the heavy-hitting Haitian Bermane "B. Ware" Stiverne (22-1-1, 20 KOs) in a heavyweight battle with the winner guaranteed to fight for the WBC Heavyweight World Championship in his next bout.  Both Arreola and Stiverne will look to put their power on display to take that next step toward history. "Boxing fans can look forward to an exciting night of action on HBO® with the heavyweight showdown between Cristobal Arreola and Bermane Stiverne," said Kery Davis, Senior Vice President of Programming, HBO® Sports.  The Arreola-Stiverne fight shapes up as a bout unlikely to go the distance given the knockout rates of both combatants. Arreola, 31, has stopped all but five of his 35 victims, while the 34-year old Stiverne - whose only loss on his impressive record came more than five years and 11 fights ago - has allowed only two of his 22 conquests to hear the final bell... Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:56:59 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/opening_quotes_for_arreola_vs_stiverne_salgado_vs_mendez_ii_on_hbo/12743596 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/opening_quotes_for_arreola_vs_stiverne_salgado_vs_mendez_ii_on_hbo/12743596 Opening quotes for Arreola vs. Stiverne & Salgado vs. Mendez II on HBO http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/opening_quotes_for_arreola_vs_stiverne_salgado_vs_mendez_ii_on_hbo/12743596 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png People say Heavyweight boxing is “The worst it’s ever been” and “The worst division in boxing”, it may not be as good as it used to be, but look at these up-coming fights, and you’ll realise that today’s Heavyweight division isn’t as bad as people make out. Tyson Fury Vs Kevin Johnson – One of the most highly talked about Heavyweight prospects, up against and experienced American, who has been known for talking the talk but not walking the walk. In this fight we will find out how good these two Heavyweight’s really are, and whether they are ready for a Klitschko. 1/12/12 Seth Mitchell Vs Jonathan Banks – You won’t have to wait long for this fight as it takes place this weekend on the Antonio DeMarco/Adrien Broner under-card. Banks has the experience and skills, but Mitchell has the strength and power. How much has Mitchell learnt from his first round scare against Chazz Witherspoon? We’ll find out this Saturday. 17/11/12 Mike Perez Vs Ruslan Chagaev - This fight is similar to the f Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:48:46 -0500 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/fights_in_the_boxing_heavyweight_division_to_look_forward_to/12215311 http://network.yardbarker.com/boxing/article_external/fights_in_the_boxing_heavyweight_division_to_look_forward_to/12215311 Fights in the Boxing Heavyweight division to look forward to! http://www.yardbarker.com/boxing/articles/fights_in_the_boxing_heavyweight_division_to_look_forward_to/12215311 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png