Mexico has produced so many great boxers that going through the names for the thousandth time wouldn’t do it justice. We know the great fighters, the big nights, the exploits, the stories. For years, Mexican boxers have earned respect from fans worldwide not just because of their talent, but also because of an exciting style that makes for very entertaining bouts. If there’s … [Read more...]
Soldiers Of Fortune; Magno’s Monday Rant
So much about boxing is subjective and it's this aspect of the sport that leads to double standards galore. If, for whatever reason, you have an agenda against a specific fighter, a case can be made for him ducking and dodging his mightiest competitor en route to the top. And this is a safe finger to point because everyone at or near the top has left behind at least a name … [Read more...]
Pride Comes Before the Fall of Juan Manuel Marquez
If there has been one constant throughout the Hall of Fame career of Juan Manuel Marquez, it's that pride, more so than any other factor, has ruled his entire boxing life. There's been the professional pride that went into perfecting his craft, of course. Then, there was the pride that often saw him throw caution to the wind when truly challenged in the ring. There's also … [Read more...]
An Open List To Chris Algieri – 8 Things You Must Do To Defeat Manny Pacquiao
When November 22 rolls around, you, Chris Algieri, will likely be a massive underdog against the defending WBO welterweight champion, Manny Pacquiao. Here I will outline a short list of items to keep in mind when facing Pacquiao in what will definitely be the most massive event of your entire life - Thank me later. 8 - Years ago, Manny Pacquiao had knockout power in both … [Read more...]
In the Land of the Blind (On Marquez, PEDs, and Pointing Fingers); Magno’s Monday Rant
It sure would be nice if the boxing world could unanimously agree that a fight like Juan Manuel Marquez vs. Mike Alvarado last Saturday was “just” and “only” a boxing match. This would mean that the issue of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) would not be an issue. In a perfect world the suits behind the scenes would actually be screening for such things and organized in such a … [Read more...]