Last Thursday, there was a blood orgy over the corpse of Emanuel Steward as boxing media-types fell all over themselves to get the "scoop" of the trainer's passing. Even when it became apparent that the family wanted privacy for their last few moments with the man and/or enough time to inform the entire family, these swine, one after another, were "breaking" the … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2012
A word on Adrien Broner – Plus, I call it like I see it in this week’s Sunday Brunch
The number one ranked super featherweight in the world, Adrien Broner, has extremely high hopes for himself. Backed by his entourage, team and promoters along with big boss-man, Al Haymon, Broner is being dubbed by some fans and media members as the next Floyd Mayweather. What I think is: The unbeaten 23 year old still has miles to go before he's mentioned in the same … [Read more...]
Mijares toys with, stops Marquez in nine
Arena Cuidad de Mexico, Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico--If anyone needed further proof that Rafael Marquez (41-8, 37 KOs) was a shot fighter, his performance Saturday night against Cristian Mijares (47-6-2, 22 KOs) for the vacant WBC Silver junior featherweight title should end all discussion. Dead-legged and slow to react, Marquez looked decent from the waist up, … [Read more...]
Abregu stops Dulorme, Mayfield and Vazquez take decisions
Turning Stone Resort & Casino, Verona, New York-- In the main event of HBO's Boxing After Dark triple-header, Argentina's Luis Carlos Abregu (34-1, 28 KOs) proved that Puerto Rican prospect, Thomas Dulorme (16-1, 12 KOs) is a 'not ready for prime time player' with a two-knockdown RTD 7 win Saturday night in a ten round welterweight bout. Dulorme, at least, looked the … [Read more...]
Emanuel Steward’s death confirmed. Passing of legendary trainer moves boxing world.
After a morning and early afternoon of confusion on boxing websites and social media outlets, the passing of legendary trainer, Emanuel Steward has been confirmed by members of the Steward family. He was 68. Friends and colleagues are already issuing statements on the death of the beloved trainer and broadcaster: Bob Arum: “We are all grieving the passing of our friend … [Read more...]