At a press conference today in New York, details were announced regarding Al Haymon's deal with NBC, which will bring the sport back to regular network television on a consistent basis for the first time since the 80's. For Haymon's 20-date deal, NBC's flagship network station will be airing five cards in prime time and six on Saturday afternoons, with the remaining nine … [Read more...]
De la Hoya, Schaefer Settle; GBP and Haymon Divvy Up Talent
Saving both time and money, Oscar De la Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions and their former CEO, Richard Shaefer, have come to terms on a settlement to the pending GBP multimillion dollar lawsuit for damages that would negate the necessity for a long, ugly court battle. While financial details of the agreement were not released, an anonymous source, reportedly with first hand … [Read more...]
Fifteen minutes of complaints and grievances; Harrison’s Monday Rant
by Tim Harrison Some of you may have noticed a slight change in tone in the Monday Rant over the last few weeks – if not the altered title altogether. Boxing Tribune Editor-in-Chief Paul Magno’s annual vacation is coming to an end, and while I’ve enjoyed ranting in his stead, I feel I’ve only partially broken the surface of what it means to truly rant in the “angry old man” … [Read more...]
The Worst of 2014; Harrison’s Monday Rant
by Tim Harrison The year’s end is the time to reflect on the year, compile lists of the best moments, top fighters, and hand out awards and recognition to those deserving. What you seldom see is what is hidden away in the dark corners; the worst of the year. Although to the credit of the wonderful and creative minds behind The Boxing Tribune, our Year End Awards do a damn … [Read more...]
Positivity be damned, Mayweather-Pacquiao won’t happen in 2015; Harrison’s Monday Rant
by Tim Harrison The renewed optimism in seeing the dreams of a Mayweather-Pacquiao fight a reality replaced the usual skepticism when Mayweather came out and said he wants Manny Pacquiao on May 2. This came after a month of media reports from Pacquiao’s team, and proved to be the catalyst to turn that proverbial frown upside down. All of the pieces are fitting into place; … [Read more...]