4/3 - Leonard Zappavigna (31-2, 21 KO’s) vs. Shuhei Tsuchiya (15-3, 13 KO’s) - The Melbourne Pavilion, Flemington, Victoria, Australia Zappavigna looked like he was headed for big things when he beat Ji-Hoon Kim in an IBF eliminator nearly four years ago. After losing his world title shot to Miguel Diaz, he was stopped in his next bout by Ammeth Diaz and has reverted to … [Read more...]
Is Chris Arreola the Great American Heavyweight Hope (Again)?
by Kelsey McCarson In 2009, undefeated prospect Chris Arreola was adorned the crown of “Great American Heavyweight Hope.” While he wasn’t considered a sure-thing, he was (at minimum) the best real hope America had at the time for dethroning a Klitschko brother any time soon. On September 26, 2009, though, that crown was forcefully removed by WBC heavyweight champion … [Read more...]
Will the Real Chris Arreola Please Stand Up?
by Kelsey McCarson “I hate to lose,” Chris Arreola told a reporter at a press event designed to show off his new appearance. This slimmed down version of Arreola was propped up next to a scale, slim and trim, brimming with confidence for his next fight. He wore a smile on his face --one eager with hope. It’s the smile of a contender. Chris Arreola has been … [Read more...]
Dafs’ Debut Monday Rant (10/18/10)
Paul's on vacation, so I'm going to vent my frustration and burn some bridges as he takes a chill pill. Rant #1: Herman Caicedo, Shannon Briggs' trainer, and Ian John-Lewis, the referee, must have been watching a completely different fight to what I was watching. Briggs was brave, sure, but the amount of power punches he took in the latter third of the fight just confirms … [Read more...]
The Weekly Weigh-in
by Chris Milton So Derek Chisora has accepted the challenge from Wladimir Klitschko. At least the UK has one Heavyweight with a pair of love spuds. Apparently should he win Chisora then has to take on Vitali Klitschko as part of the contract. Honestly, Mr Haye give Chisora a call, I am sure he can help you find your balls. Andre Dirrell has pulled out of the Super 6. … [Read more...]