2014 is three-quarters finished and, in many ways, it has been every bit as disappointing as 2013 was exhilarating. However, even though there are just about three months left in the year, hope is not lost for a year-saving finish. In the three months remaining of 2014 there are some key divisional bouts scheduled as well as some important developmental fights for young, … [Read more...]
Malik Scott: Dan Goossen Saved Life, Career and Asked for Nothing in Return
Heavyweight Malik Scott, via videographer Elie Seckbach, talks about the recently deceased promoter Dan Goossen and why he was considered one of the "good guys" in the sport. … [Read more...]
Key Remaining Fights of 2014: Heavyweight
2014 is three-quarters finished and, in many ways, it has been every bit as disappointing as 2013 was exhilarating. However, even though there are just about three months left in the year, hope is not lost for a year-saving finish. Beginning with the heavyweights, here's a look at the key remaining fights of 2014 within each weight class. (All of this, of course, is … [Read more...]
Malik Scott: If I Don’t Beat Leapai, I’m Gonna Retire
Heavyweight contender Malik Scott (36-2-1, 13 KOs) has raised the stakes on his October 24 bout with Australia's Alex Leapai (30-5-3, 24 KOs) “He’s [Leapai] a strong, strong short powerful guy," Scott told Dan Smart of Aus-Boxing.com "We have a lot to prove after our last fights, it’s a crossroads fight for both of us.” The 33-year-old Scott is referring to the fact that … [Read more...]
Leapai’s Future Depends on Ability to Beat Malik Scott 10/24
Heavy-handed Australian former truck driver, Alex Leapai (30-5-3, 24 KOs) is vowing a do or die effort against American Malik Scott (36-2-1, 13 KOs) in an October 24 Brisbane bout that may decide the fate of the 34-year-old's fighting future. "This will pretty much determine my future in boxing," Leapai told the media in a press conference to announce the fight. "(But) I … [Read more...]