By Gary Purfield Tony Luis (14-0,6 KO), a Jr. Welterweight prospect out of Cornwall, Ontario, Canada makes his US debut this Saturday on the off TV undercard of the Golovkin-Proska card in Verona, NY. The following interview is a continuation of sorts from a previous interview with Tony. Luis, if not in the forefront of the boxing world, represents the future of the sport … [Read more...]
Q & A with Gabriel Rosado: “I can expose Canelo”
By Gary Purfield When the Boxing Tribune spoke with Gabe Rosado (20-5, 12 KO) several weeks back he was preparing to take on crafty contender and former title challenger Sechew Powell in the headlining bout of NBC Sports Fight Night. Rosado weathered some tough early rounds figuring out Powell’s southpaw style and then scored an emphatic knockout in round nine. This came … [Read more...]
Angel Ocasio seeks redemption against Jason Sosa and then the best boxing can offer
by Gary Purfield Emerging Philadelphia lightweight, Angel Ocasio 6-0-1 (1 KO) is known as much for his intelligence and polite manner as he is for his talent and skills in the ring. He approaches life with high expectations while maintaining gratitude for his talent and what he has achieved in life. In speaking with the young fighter it becomes evident that whether he is … [Read more...]
Cartagena leads the next wave of Philly’s boxing elite
by Gary Purfield Philadelphia boxing has a long history of great fighters and champions. While the city has gone through some recent lulls in talent, resurgence is in the air. Danny Garcia took home the WBC junior welterweight title last month. Mike Jones and Teon Kennedy both have title shots June 9 on the Pacquiao-Bradley card. Hank Lundy could be getting his title … [Read more...]
Garrett Wilson’s pursuit of being “The Ultimate Warrior”
by Gary Purfield This Saturday from Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City Garrett Wilson 12-5-1 6 KO) puts his USBA Cruiserweight belt on the line in a rematch with fellow cruiser Andres Taylor 20-1-2 (7 KO). In addition to Wilson’s USBA strap the vacant NABF title is on the line. Wilson is looking at this fight as an opportunity to continue the fast rise he has made over the … [Read more...]