Logan Metro Sports Centre, Crestmead, Queensland, Australia-- In a heavyweight bout billed as "Redemption," American Malik Scott (37-2-1, 13 KOs) scored a one-sided ten round unanimous decision over hard-hitting Australian Alex Leapai (30-6-3, 24 KOs) by scores of 99-91, 100-90, and 98-92. In getting the victory, Scott finishes out a 2014 that saw his reputation tarnished to … [Read more...]
Alex Leapai vs. Malik Scott 10/31: Do or Die Down Under
The October 31 heavyweight clash between Alex Leapai (30-5-3, 24 KOs) and Malik Scott (36-2-1, 13 KOs) at the Logan Metro Sports Centre in Crestmead, Queensland, Australia is a "must win" bout for the two recently-bludgeoned contenders and it's being treated as such by both. Heavy-handed Australian former truck driver, Leapai is vowing a do or die effort against American … [Read more...]
The 10 Most Intriguing Fights Left for 2014
2014 is three-quarters finished and, in many ways, it has been every bit as disappointing as 2013 was exhilarating. However, even though there are just about three months left in the year, hope is not lost for a year-saving finish. In the three months remaining of 2014 there are some key divisional bouts scheduled as well as some important developmental fights for young, … [Read more...]
Key Remaining Fights of 2014: Heavyweight
2014 is three-quarters finished and, in many ways, it has been every bit as disappointing as 2013 was exhilarating. However, even though there are just about three months left in the year, hope is not lost for a year-saving finish. Beginning with the heavyweights, here's a look at the key remaining fights of 2014 within each weight class. (All of this, of course, is … [Read more...]
Malik Scott: If I Don’t Beat Leapai, I’m Gonna Retire
Heavyweight contender Malik Scott (36-2-1, 13 KOs) has raised the stakes on his October 24 bout with Australia's Alex Leapai (30-5-3, 24 KOs) “He’s [Leapai] a strong, strong short powerful guy," Scott told Dan Smart of Aus-Boxing.com "We have a lot to prove after our last fights, it’s a crossroads fight for both of us.” The 33-year-old Scott is referring to the fact that … [Read more...]