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Hopkins and Dawson Reach an Agreement on Rematch

Hopkins and Dawson Reach an Agreement on Rematch

An agreement has been reached for WBC light heavyweight champion Bernard Hopkins (52-5-2, 32 KOs) to defend his title against Chad Dawson (30-1, 17 KOs) in a rematch of last October’s controversial two-round fight. The rematch is scheduled to take place on April 28th at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The first [...]

California Commission Declares Hopkins-Dawson a No Contest

California Commission Declares Hopkins-Dawson a No Contest

Two months after referee Pat Russell ruled a second round TKO loss against WBC light heavyweight champ, Bernard Hopkins in his defense against Chad Dawson at the Staples Center, the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) has overturned the decision in favor of a no contest.

Ring Magazine: Bible of Boxing or Book of the Dead? Magno’s Monday Rant

Ring Magazine: Bible of Boxing or Book of the Dead? Magno’s Monday Rant

WARNING: The Monday Rant doesn’t want a hug, doesn’t need a hug, and would likely crack you upside the head if you gave it a hug.

40K Buys for Hopkins-Dawson PPV?

40K Buys for Hopkins-Dawson PPV?

Although the official numbers have yet to be released, the buzz among the boxing media is that the October 15th pay-per-view featuring the Bernard Hopkins vs. Chad Dawson main event was a major disappointment for Golden Boy Promotions. According to the twitter feed of ESPN’s Dan Rafael, Golden Boy quoted a buy rate of “well [...]

These Columns Now Cost $50: The Southpaw

These Columns Now Cost $50: The Southpaw

In this week’s Southpaw, Fox Doucette puts his business education to work explaining why pay-per-view actually makes promoters less money.

Preceded by Their Reputation, The WBC’s Decision on Hopkins-Dawson Stinks

Preceded by Their Reputation, The WBC’s Decision on Hopkins-Dawson Stinks

The WBC’s decision to rule the Hopkins-Dawson debacle a technical draw was the right choice, so why does it stink? Tim Harrison explains why.

WBC Declares Hopkins – Dawson Technical Draw, Hopkins Still Champ

WBC Declares Hopkins – Dawson Technical Draw, Hopkins Still Champ

The WBC, following a review from its board of governors, has declared the Bernard Hopkins-Chad Dawson light heavyweight title bout on October 15 a technical draw, overturning referee Pat Russell’s original call of second round TKO in Dawson’s favor.

Calm Down:  Bernard Hopkins and Chad Dawson Did Not Just Kill Boxing

Calm Down: Bernard Hopkins and Chad Dawson Did Not Just Kill Boxing

Sean Morehouse is here to say– Chill, it was only one bad fight with a controversial ending, NOT the end of the boxing world.

The Boxing Death March Goes On; Magno’s Monday Rant

The Boxing Death March Goes On; Magno’s Monday Rant

Paul Magno is ugly, mean, and wants to defecate in each and every free media lunch. Read this week’s Monday Rant.

15 Yard Penalty– Roughing the Legend. Chad Dawson Steals Title from Hopkins

15 Yard Penalty– Roughing the Legend. Chad Dawson Steals Title from Hopkins

Believe it or not, with only a couple of real punches landed in little over five minutes of action, Chad Dawson (31-1, 18 KOs) became the WBC light heavyweight champion via TKO when Dawson tossed defending champ, Bernard Hopkins (52-6-2, 32), to the canvas, causing a bout-ending shoulder injury.

Chad Dawson: Two Kinds of Bad

Chad Dawson: Two Kinds of Bad

Kelsey McCarson believes Chad Dawson lives up to his nickname, but is that a good thing?

Believe it or Not: The Only Preview You Need (Part Three)

Believe it or Not: The Only Preview You Need (Part Three)

Part Three of our three-part series on the Hopkins-Dawson PPV, featuring main event staff predictions

Believe It Or Not: The Only Preview You Need (Part Two)

Believe It Or Not: The Only Preview You Need (Part Two)

Part Two of our three-part series on the Hopkins-Dawson PPV covers all the televised fights, including the main event.

Hopkins Ready for Dawson, Winky, and a Technical Fight

Hopkins Ready for Dawson, Winky, and a Technical Fight

Bernard Hopkins talks fighting Chad Dawson, Winky Wright

BODY BLOW #162: BUFFALO SOLDIER

BODY BLOW #162: BUFFALO SOLDIER

The Boxing Show that goes Toe to Toe!