Is Carl Froch really declining, or has he always struggled with speedy boxers?
Questions abound in some boxing circles as to whether Carl Froch's controversial TKO win over George Groves signals that time and too many wars have finally started to catch-up with boxing's ironman.
To recap briefly, Froch was floored early and given fits throughout his nine-round battle with fellow Briton, Groves, and this in a fight he was favored to win. Coming back,...
Dereck Chisora tops February 8th card in London, Nathan Cleverly & Billy Joe Saunders also in action
Dereck Chisora headlines Frank Warren’s first event of 2014 when he makes the first defense of his European title on another title-packed extravaganza at London’s Copper Box Arena on Saturday, February 8th.
The red-hot Finchley star, will be joined by British stars Billy Joe Saunders, who defends his British and Commonwealth Middleweight titles, former WBO World Light-Heavyweight...
The WBC installs Manny Pacquiao as the top contender for Floyd Mayweather’s welterweight belt
World Boxing News reported Monday that the WBC has installed Manny Pacquiao as the top contender for Floyd Mayweather’s welterweight belt. “The new ratings have been released with Pacquiao at number one. But, the welterweight division is now in a voluntary stage and the topic of the mandatory will not be addressed for a few months by the WBC board of governors,” said WBC executive...
Felix Sturm TKO’s Darren Barker (VIDEO)
A championship fight forgotten over the Dec. 7 weekend due to the loaded cards by Top Rank and Golden Boy Promotions on Showtime and HBO. Felix Sturm defeats Darren Barker in TKO fashion after 2 knockdowns. Darren Barker appeared to had injured his hip, as the corner threw in the towel. Some how Felix Sturm […]
Amir Khan is predicting another scintillating performance from his younger brother
BOXING superstar Amir Khan is predicting another scintillating performance from his younger brother Haroon in Wigan on Saturday night (December 14).Since turning professional in April this year, Haroon hasn't lost a single round in three fights and will look to stretch his record further against an as yet to be confirmed opponent.
Don King hypes up Braehmer vs. Oliveira
Here are statements from today's press conference at the Kempinski Hotel Bristol in Berlin ahead of Saturday's showdown at Jahnsportforum Neubrandenburg, Germany for the vacant WBA Light Heavyweight World Championship between leading contenders Juergen Braehmer (41-2, 31 KOs) and Marcus Oliveira (25-0-1, 20 KOs).
Manny Pacquiao has big tax problems – owes IRS $18.3 million
Manny Pacquiao continues to have major tax problems in both the US and Philippines. TMZ reports that Pac-Man owes $18.3 million to the IRS for income earned from 2006-2010. Here’s how the money owed breaks down for those years, according to TMZ: 2006: $1.16 million — fought twice in Las Vegas 2007: $2.03 — fought […]
Report: Manny Pacquiao Owes IRS $18 Million
Manny Pacquiao has serious tax problems in the Phillipines, but his problems with Uncle Sam could end up being crippling for the world champion boxer.
TMZ is reporting that Pacquiao owes the IRS $18 million in taxes, on top of the $50 million in back taxes he already owes the Phillipine government as well.
TMZ sports is reporting that they have obtained official documents which...
US Government Says Manny Pacquiao Owes $18 Million in Back Taxes
The Philippines government said Manny owed $50 million in taxes, Pacquaio’s defense was that he paid taxes in the US, so he was exempt.
One small problem with that.
TMZ Sports has obtained official documents which show the IRS claims Manny stiffed the government out of federal income taxes from 2006 to 2010 … totaling $18,313,668.79 in debt.
I don’t know who is handling Manny’s...
Rankings updates: James Kirkland’s big return, Erislandy Lara’s dominant win, Darren Barker’s demise & more
Last weekend there were 7 major fights on U.S. television, another four the night before on Shobox, and more than a few big shake-ups overseas. Now, it's time to go back to the top 10 divisional rankings and make some updates. Take a look and see who did what, and went where.
Check out the...
Updated top 10 junior middleweight division rankings
Updated top 10 middleweight...
HBO’s Boxing Best of 2013 schedule released, the year’s best fights set to re-air starting Dec 23
It’s a holiday treat for HBO Boxing fans. Over five consecutive nights in late December, the HBO2 service will present 10 of the year’s standout fights, spotlighting some of the biggest names in the sport in riveting performances. Featured are signature wins by Manny Pacquiao, Miguel Cotto, Timothy Bradley Jr. and Carl Froch plus breakout victories by rising stars Gennady Golovkin...
Braehmer vs. Oliveira presser quotes & photos, Don King in attendance
Here are the quotes and photos from the final press conference in Germany for the vacant WBA Light Heavyweight World Championship between leading contenders Juergen Braehmer (41-2, 31 KOs) and Marcus Oliveira (24-2-1, 20 KOs).
Don King even made a rare appearance at a fight promotion, something which happens less and less these days. Oliveira is promoted by King, whose stable has...
Mike Tyson Banned From Britain
Mike Tyson has canceled promotional appearances in London. He canceled them because his criminal past makes it against the law for him to enter Britain. Tyson was scheduled to be in London this week.
The promotional tour is for his autobiography “Undisputed Truth”. Tyson’s publisher, Haper Collins U.K. said Tuesday that they were “unaware” of the changes to the immigration...
Andre Ward Claims His Promoter Fooled Him into Signing Illegal Contracts
Andre Ward has been trying to get out of his contract with Goossen Tutor Promotions for almost a year now. He is clearly not happy with them and would like to sign with another promoter or go independent.
His first attempted to break away failed, but he has filed new court papers to try to break free.
TMZ Sports has obtained legal docs filed in L.A. County Superior Court … in which...
Don’t Want Mayweather vs. Khan? Why Not?
Without any confirmation from any sources, it feels like we are days away from the big announcement…the big reveal, the unveiling of the winner of the May Day Floyd Mayweather lottery. Unless you’ve been living in isolation, or are a casual fight fan, you know by now the front runner is Amir Khan. He’s been quite the visible chap these days with appearances on BET’s 106th...
Cecilia Braekhus to fight Myriam Lamare on January 18
WBA, WBC & WBO Female Welterweight Champion Cecilia Braekhus (23-0, 7 KOs), the pound-for-pound number one, will defend her titles against former world champion Myriam Lamare (22-3, 10 KOs) in Frederikshavn on January 18.
Joey Abell replaces Williams to fight Kubrat Pulev on December 14
Kubrat Pulev (18-0, 9 KOs) has to adapt for a new opponent! The IBF its mandatory challenger to Heavyweight World Champion Wladimir Klitschko should have stepped into the ring against Sherman Williams. However, Williams did suffer an injury to his right hand in his final preparations and is therefore unable to fight Pulev on December 14.
Kubrat Pulev facing late sub Joey Abell this Saturday
Kubrat Pulev (18-0, 9 KOs) has to adapt for a new opponent, as the IBF mandatory challenger to Heavyweight World Champion Wladimir Klitschko was preparing to stay busy and step into the ring against Sherman Williams. However, Williams did suffer an injury to his right hand in his final preparations and is therefore unable to fight Pulev on December 14.
Instead it will be Joey Abell...
Interested in a photo of Floyd Mayweather Jr. in his undies?
When you’re a jock, you never know when someone is going to try to put you on blast. Apparently Floyd Mayweather Jr. has hurt someone’s feelings. A photo of Floyd in his boxers was sent to TheDirty.com, labeling Money May as a shortie in one specific area.
THE DIRTY ARMY: Nik, not all black people are created equal. I’m hoping you post this and maybe Floyd will stop sexting...
Floyd Mayweather Says Amir Khan is a Strong Young Champion
Floyd says everyone is a strong young champion, but if Amir Khan is his opponent in May he is going to need to build him up big time to get people to purchase the fight.
He doesn’t seem that concerned about it, here is what he had to say to Boxing Scene.
“I never know who I’m going to fight,” Mayweather explained. “I leave that up to my team. My team comes up with the guy...
Fallout from big Brooklyn fight night: What’s next for Malignaggi, Porter, Lara & Bika-Dirrell
The big fight night in Brooklyn headlined by Malignaggi vs. Judah certainly produced exciting results, combining tough and exciting action with surprising results. Frankly, that is what any boxing fan should look for in a fight card. However, with four bouts feature top flight match-ups, Saturday's verdicts produced ripples that will be felt throughout the middle weight classes...
Terence Crawford is coming to Glasgow to fight Ricky Burns
Scotland’s world champion Ricky Burns will defend his title for the fifth time against unbeaten American Terence Crawford (22-0) in February. Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed the fight will take place early next year but said the date and venue would be announced later.
Vitali Klitschko will floor Viktor Yanukovych while holding the WBC hostage
According to CBC News, WBC titleholder Vitali Klitschko and thousands of protestors blockaded key government buildings on Sunday in Kiev, Ukraine. The 6-foot-7, 247 pound Klitschko (45-2, 41 KOs) and other opposition leaders are seeking to force the resignations of President Viktor Yanukovych and his cabinet members. Klitschko, who oversaw the toppling of Vladimir Lenin’s statue...
Felix Sturm Pulvarizes Barker To Win IBF Belt
STUTTGART, GERMANY - It only took two rounds for Sturm to unleash shades of brilliance past and devastate Darren Barker in his first title defense to win the IBF middleweight belt at the Porsche Arena in Germany. Barker attempted to bring the fight early Sturm early throwing combinations upstairs that largely missed and left hooks to the body while Sturm eased inside by working...
Shawn “Showtime” Porter out boxed Devon Alexander to win the IBF Welterweight Championship of the world.
Shawn “Showtime” Porter, showed Devon Alexander, he has grown up. Leading up to this IBF Championship bout, Alexander the man who thinks he is great, kept talking about an amateur fight he had with Porter, when both fighters were about 8-years-old. He found out at the cost of the IBF Welterweight Championship belt, Porter grew up. Not only did Shawn “Showtime” Porter grow...
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