The title of this article was meant to be figurative. Like, Terence Crawford is on top, with a chip still on his shoulder, raging a battle that is now more internal than external. But from seeing Crawford's words and actions over the last couple weeks, you may have to take the Bud vs. Bud stuff literally, because the unified welterweight champ is defiantly staking his claim … [Read more...]
Shawn Porter Pummels Andre Berto in Nine
The prominent train of thought was that Shawn Porter would be a stylistic nightmare for Andre Berto ahead of their crossroad clash. Those opinions were validated as Porter mauled and battered Berto, coming out on top over the faded ex-champ. Things got ugly early as both fighters got bloodied up by accidental headbutts caused by the hard charging Porter and Berto’s inability … [Read more...]
Russell Rocks, Stops Gonzalez To Win WBC Belt
Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada-- Few active fighters have been as maligned on their road to a championship as the 26-year-old Gary Russell Jr. (26-1, 15 KOs). But all of that talk about being spoon fed a series of soft touches in spotlight squashes has to end with his fourth round TKO over veteran defending WBC featherweight champ Jhonny Gonzalez (57-9, 48 KOs) Saturday … [Read more...]
20 Contenders to watch in 2015: Part 3
by Eric Duran Every year new champions are crowned, current champions are dethroned and many questions hang over of the head of contenders. A contender can be a champion but not necessarily the best in the division. A contender can be a former prospect ready to make the jump to the next level. In some cases, a contender is a former champ looking to make one last … [Read more...]
Khan Shines in Main Event of Star-Heavy Showtime Card
Live Recap of Bouts on Showtime's Televised Card Charlo vs Bottai Charlo impressively stops Bottai Jermall Charlo makes Lenny Bottai do the “stanky leg” stops him in 3 in a IBF Jr. Middleweight elimination bout. Charlo steadily worming his jab to begin round 1. Not much action as both fighters in a feeling out process. Charlo scores with a 3-punch … [Read more...]