The last week has been on that has really been a great one for fight fans from Asia who have seen a bit of everything, drama, upsets, action and some amazing fights. The week's action began on Monday with a card in Japan. Originally the main event was set to be a Japanese Welterweight title but than was cancelled when Toshio Arikawa suffered a broken jaw. Despite the main … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2017
Shawn Porter Pummels Andre Berto in Nine
The prominent train of thought was that Shawn Porter would be a stylistic nightmare for Andre Berto ahead of their crossroad clash. Those opinions were validated as Porter mauled and battered Berto, coming out on top over the faded ex-champ. Things got ugly early as both fighters got bloodied up by accidental headbutts caused by the hard charging Porter and Berto’s inability … [Read more...]
Gerald “The G Man” McClellan’s Message for the Fans
"The G Man," Gerald McClellan, recently posted a brief video message to his fans via his Twitter account. McClellan is a former two-time middleweight world champion whose career spanned from 1988 until 1995. He was world renowned for his tremendous punching power. In his final fight against Nigel Benn in 1995, McClellan suffered a severe brain injury that forced his … [Read more...]
A Big “Problem.” Adrien Broner Arrested Again.
Adrien Broner is once again in trouble. The former four-division champion is in hot water once again with the law, with this instance being the most bizarre and troubling occurrence yet. According to Cameron Knight of USA Today, Broner was found in his bullet-riddled SUV and taken in on charges stemming from an active warrant from 2014. The SUV in question may have also been … [Read more...]
Martin Murray vs. Gabriel Rosado: The Boxing Tribune Preview
Though most will turn their attention to the high stakes Welterweight clash between former champions Andre Berto and Shawn Porter, another match with critical consequences is taking place two divisions north at Middleweight. No titles will be on the line when Martin Murray faces off against Gabriel Rosado, nor are there any long term implications for the winner. The war of … [Read more...]