11/28 – Rakhim Chakhkiev (20-1, 15 KO’s) vs. Jackson Junior (15-1, 13 KO’s) - Luzhniki, Moscow, Russia Since last year’s loss to Krzysztof Wlodarczyk, Chakhkiev has racked up four wins (three by stoppage), and won the WBC silver and EBU cruiserweight titles. Working his way back into world title contention, he faces the former WBO Latino light heavyweight title holder, … [Read more...]
Under the Radar: October 23rd – 26th, 2014
10/23 - Aaron Pryor Jr. (19-7, 12 KO’s) vs. Marcus Upshaw (17-13-2, 8 KO’s) - Renaissance Hotel, Washington, District of Columbia, USA After a four fight losing streak, Pryor comes in off three straight victories, winning the USNBC Silver super middleweight title in his last bout. Upshaw is 4-6 in his last 10, losing and eight round decision last time out. 10/24 – Manuel … [Read more...]
The Gatekeepers: Part 2
by Eric "Sugar Foot" Duran The gatekeepers are often former champs, holding the strap until someone dethrones them. They're fighters who take fights on short notice for a paycheck. Their phone is never silent as big-time promoters are constantly calling for their services. They're the backbone of boxing as, simply, the opponent. Jesus Soto Karass- Karass has graced … [Read more...]
When the Worm Turns
by Ted Sares "Where else is there to go? I’ve gotten myself into the best shape in a long time. If I don’t get it done now, I’m never going to get it done." —Antwun Echols "It’s just a fact I enjoy fighting and since the age of eight it has been a part of me. I don’t know anything else" —Danny Williams My favorite type of fight is when the frontrunner is beating his … [Read more...]
Vivian Harris and the Licensing Lynch Mob
March 22, 2014, Monterrey, Mexico-- Vivian Harris dropped to his knees mid-ring at the Arena Monterrey, overcome with emotion. He had just been announced the split decision winner over Jorge Paez Jr. "Thank you, Jesus," he wept over and over again. The usually soft-spoken Harris then grabbed the ring mic to address the pro-Paez crowd. "Mexico! I love you guys! Great … [Read more...]