by Gary Purfield Bad Beats Back the Execution: Dawson gets the win he has sought for years Chad Dawson relieved himself of a burden on his back that he had carried for several years tonight when he defeated the future hall of famer, Bernard Hopkins in clear and convincing fashion. It was far from entertaining, but it was the win that Dawson needed to move forward with his … [Read more...]
Bad Chad’s angry, but can he back it up?
by Gary Purfield One of the final images of the first fight between Bernard Hopkins and Chad Dawson was Dawson yelling across the ring at Hopkins. Dawson was making accusations that Hopkins was faking the shoulder injury to get out of the fight. Dawson was angry, believing Hopkins had pulled a fast one, therefore robbing him of getting a huge win in decisive style over the … [Read more...]
Timothy Bradley Signs with Top Rank; Lured with Promise of Pacquiao Fight?
Late yesterday, WBO junior welterweight champion, Timothy Bradley, announced that he had signed a promotional deal with Top Rank, further distancing himself from former co-promoters Gary Shaw and Thompson Boxing. Bradley, who is currently being sued for breach of contract stemming from his refusal to come to terms with Amir Khan over the Summer, has been inactive since … [Read more...]
WBC Orders Immediate Rematch of Pascal-Hopkins
Following a controversial December draw in Quebec, the WBC has ordered for light heavyweight champ, Jean Pascal, to give an immediate rematch to challenger, Bernard Hopkins. The details must be worked out between both camps within 30 days or the fight will go up to purse bid. If Pascal refuses the order, he will be stripped of the belt. To complicate matters, though, is … [Read more...]
He Said What? The Boxing Week in Quotes
"I'm not worried about his boxing ability. I'm prepared for anything that he does. If I can get a knockout it's good, but I'm ready for a twelve round fight. Khan says that he plans to fight with me. That's good for me, because when I land - the fight will be over." -- Marcos Maidana "A lot of people talk about Maidana's power, but I also have a lot of power. I think I'm one … [Read more...]