by Jenna J (transcribed by Michael Readman) Heavyweight contender Tyson Fury is set to face UK rival David Haye on September 28th in a highly anticipated event. Fury, now 25 has surprised boxing fans and critics by advancing to this level in his career, and much of his success is attributed to his uncle and…
It is often said in boxing that a fighter with great technique can more often then not, defeat an opponent with superior ability. Vinny Furlani spent 11 years training and working under boxing great Floyd Patterson to learn what he sees as the best way to fight in this sport. I recently had a chance…
In boxing over the last 3 years, there has been one fight that has been talked about more then any other, that being a potential Mayweather-Pacquiao fight. The fight was debated over and over by critics and fans alike, and despite the buzz for the event, the bout never happened when the fight was at…
(transcribed by Michael Harris) This Saturday night Keith “One Time” Thurman makes his return to the ring against undefeated Diego Chaves. Thurman, who is undefeated in his own right, has racked up 20 wins, 18 coming inside the distance and is also getting his first shot at a title, as he will have a chance to…
In boxing you are only as good as your last fight, but Hall of Fame boxing trainer Freddie Roach is looking to show something different when he returns to the corner for Zou Shiming’s second professional fight. When Shiming made his highly anticipated debut, he showed flaws in his defense and while he entertained the…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio returns again this week with host Jenna J to talk about the latest stories that are circulating the world of boxing. In this episode I discuss the official fight announcement for the heavyweight match up between David Haye and Tyson Fury which is slated for September 28, 2013. Aside…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) Boxing trainer Robert McCracken recently appeared on the 194th edition of “On The Ropes” to discuss the future of one of the sports biggest stars, Carl Froch. McCracken has served as the head trainer of Froch since he started off his professional career and has led “The Cobra” to a world Championship…
I recently had a chance to catch up with Super middleweight contender “Flawless” Brandon Gonzales. He was involved in a close and controversial fight, against IBO super middleweight champion Thomas Ooesthuizen back on June 29th. The fight saw Gonzales out hustle and out boxed the heavily favored champion for most of the fight, but when…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio is back again this week with host Jenna J to discuss some hottest topics that are happening in boxing. In this edition I talk about a fighter who has been gaining a lot of notoriety in the middleweight division, that being Gennady “GGG” Golovkin who is coming off winning his…
On The Ropes” returns with host Jenna J to breakdown all the latest news from world of boxing as well as preview some really exciting bouts. Some of the topics covered include the recap of Saul “Canelo” Alvarez’ win over Austin Trout and whether this win could potentially set up a fight between him and…
Andy Lee is set to make his return to the ring February 9th against journeyman fighter Anthony Fitzgerald. It has been 8 months since we last saw Andy in the ring, losing to Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in 7 rounds in his first shot at a title belt, and sadly it was not the only…
The sport of boxing in known for many things, but one of it’s most negative aspects is controversy. Boxing produces controversy in many ways, whether it is judging, drug use or corruption, it seems to be a never ending problem. During my 184th edition of “On The Ropes” I was joined by trainer Naazim Richardson…
Scott Harrison has been sentenced to another four years in prison for an alleged assault that happened in 2007. Harrison is alleged to have assaulted 3 men outside a Spanish brothel in May 2007. He is expected to appeal the sentence but if unsuccessful this would surely put an end to his boxing comeback. ‘The…
English Heavyweight Dillian Whyte was today informed that he has tested positive for a banned substance. Whyte tested positive for Methylhexaneamine (DMAA) which is found in the supplement “Jack3d”. The Londoner was due to fight John McDermott at the end of this month but will now face a ban from Boxing. Tony Dodson and Enzo…
Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff will face Richard Dawson (2-0) on November 30th, according to reports. Flintoff, 34, has only recently took up the sport but was this week granted a BBBofC license. On the undercard at the Manchester Arena is a clash of unbeaten welterweights. Denton Vassell defends his Commenwealth title against Ronnie Heffron.
