by Johnny Walker UK heavyweight giant David Price of Liverpool was, at this time last year, still reeling from being knocked off of his perch as "the next heavyweight champion of the world" after American veteran Tony Thompson shockingly stopped him in the second round of what was supposed to be another routine KO for the massive Scouse fighter. The disastrous decision to … [Read more...]
Under the Radar: Fights That Didn’t Make the Big Headlines – October 18th 2013
Allan Green (32-5, 22 KO’s) vs. Blake Caparello (18-0-1, 6 KO’s) – Australia The once promising prospect Allan Green takes a trip down under for a shot at the vacant IBO light heavyweight title against undefeated Aussie, Blake Caparello. The hard punching Green made a big name for himself in 2005 with a highlight reel knockout of Jaidon Codrington on ShoBox, but never … [Read more...]
Haye Injures Hand, Fight Against Charr Off(For Now)
As previously reported here on TheBoxingTribune.com, a heavyweight clash between David “Hayemaker” Haye versus Manuel Charr, which was scheduled to take place June 29th at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom. Today, Haye announced today that he injured his left hand on Sunday, forcing him to pull out of the fight. He also stated that he’s carried injuries with … [Read more...]
David Haye Vs. Manuel Charr Set For June 29th Clash
It was recently announced that former heavyweight world champion David “Hayemaker” Haye(26-2, 24 KO’s), had signed a long-term promotional agreement with British-based Matchroom Sport. Haye will make his first appearance under the Matchroom Sport promotional banner on June 29th against once-defeated heavyweight, Manuel Charr, at the Manchester Arena in Manchester(formerly the … [Read more...]
Klitschko stops Charr on cuts in four
Olimpiyskiy, Moscow, Russia – WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko (45-2, 41 KOs) stopped an outclassed Manuel Charr (21-1, 11 KOs) on cuts, when a bad cut over the right eyelid forced the stoppage of the fight in the fourth round. This fight was a departure from the lead-up to the fight, in which many felt Charr had the tools to mimic the game plan of Derrick Chisora … [Read more...]