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No Country for Old Men: Part One

February 16, 2017 by Ted Sares 3 Comments

No Country for Old Men: Part One

Odlanier “La Sombra” Solis (22-3) was once a talented Cuban amateur but he started to enjoy the US life (and food) and piled the pounds on his 6’1” frame. The result was that Solis became obese and lethargic and back in March of 2014 and again in February of 2015, he was outworked and beaten by veteran Tony Thompson. Solis actually quit on his stool in the rematch. Since then, … [Read more...]

Under the Radar: February 27th – 28th, 2015

February 27, 2015 by Jim McGrady Leave a Comment

Under the Radar: February 27th – 28th, 2015

  2/27 – Odlanier Solis (20-2, 13 KO’s) vs. Tony Thompson (39-5, 26 KO’s) - Gloria Sports Arena, Gloria Hotels and Resorts, Antalya, Turkey The 43 year old “Tiger” keeps his career going on the road with this rematch. A year ago he won the vacant WBC International heavyweight title with a close decision over Solis. Solis hasn’t fought since, while Thompson lost a … [Read more...]

Solis-Thompson II Postponed Due to Solis Injury

October 6, 2014 by Administrator Leave a Comment

Solis-Thompson II Postponed Due to Solis Injury

The October 18 heavyweight rematch between Tony Thompson and Odlanier Solis will have to be rescheduled after Solis reported hurting his ankle in training camp. Promoter Ahmet Oner told the media that no ligaments were torn and no bones broken, but that Solis must rest the ankle for at least ten days before continuing training. A November 22 date is being eyed for the same … [Read more...]

Key Remaining Fights of 2014: Heavyweight

September 26, 2014 by Paul Magno Leave a Comment

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...]

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Tony Thompson vs. Odlanier Solis 2 on 10/18…But Why?

September 17, 2014 by Administrator Leave a Comment

Tony Thompson vs. Odlanier Solis 2 on 10/18…But Why?

Veteran heavyweight spoiler Tony Thompson (39-5, 26 KOs) and Cuban Olympic gold medalist Odlanier Solis (20-2, 13 KOs) will meet in a rematch on October 18 in Dusseldorf, Germany. Thompson won their first bout in March via split decision and, while the contest was a relatively close affair, there doesn't seem to be much of a reason for a rematch, other than to give Solis, … [Read more...]

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