Sometimes the words of the greats live on long past when they are gone. Angelo Dundee was regarded as one of the greatest trainers in boxing history, having worked with Carmen Basilio, Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Leonard, George Foreman and countless other champions. In this “On The Ropes” classics interview with Angelo Dundee, he talked…
Tonight at the former home of Wembley Stadium, the national stadium of England, there is a fight going down in front of 80,000 fans at the new Wembley Stadium. The biggest fight in boxing history in the UK is here! Super Middleweight IBF and regular WBA champion (not to be confused with Andre Ward’s legitimate…
Recently I had the pleasure of speaking with John Scully, who is one of the most respected trainers, boxing analysts and historians in the sport. Scully has trained the likes of Mike Oliver and Chad Dawson to world title belts. A variety of topics were discussed in this interview, which include Bermane Stiverne and his…
With just over 24 hours until they meet in the center of the ring in Wembley stadium, Carl Froch and George Groves came face to face as both men tipped the scales today. Weighing in at 167lbs 9oz and 166lbs 4oz respectively, Froch squared off with Groves one final time before these two pugilists settle…
As London’s Big Ben counts down the final days and hours to the highly anticipated rematch between Carl ‘The Cobra’ Froch and ‘Saint’ George Groves, the boxing world’s media descends on London to take their place among the 80,000 that will fill Wembley stadium on Saturday night. Fittingly labeled ‘Unfinished Business,’ this event will be…
The welterweight division has been a hotbed in boxing for many years now, with the top stars of the sport competing in and around that weight class. One of the top fighters in the division is former WBO welterweight champ, Timothy ‘Desert Storm’ Bradley. Timothy recently lost his undefeated record to Manny Pacquiao, but he…
Recently I had the opportunity to speak with former IBO/WBA/ IBF middleweight champion, Daniel ‘Real Deal’ Geale. Geale has a professional record of 30-2, and has squared off with many of the top fighters in the middleweight division. In this interview Daniel speaks about his 2013 bout with Darren Barker and him coming up short…
It has been over a week since we saw Juan Manuel Marquez turn back the clock and put on a master class display of boxing skill and craft against Mike Alvarado. With the win, Marquez opened the door to a fifth fight with Manny Pacquiao, but also opened himself up to questions on how a…
Recently I had the opportunity to speak with former IBO/WBA/ IBF middleweight champion, Daniel ‘Real Deal’ Geale. Geale has a professional record of 30-2, and has faced many of the top fighters in the middleweight division. In this interview Daniel speaks about how he first got into boxing, as well as his first title fight…
I recently had a chance to speak with reigning WBO light welterweight champion Ruslan Provodnikov during the 216th edition of “On The Ropes.” Ruslan shared his thoughts on the recent dominant victory by Juan Manuel Marquez over Mike Alvarado, and also talked about the possibly of facing Marquez in the future. Provodnikov also discussed his…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio is back this week with host Jenna J to cover all the recent fights and news going on in boxing. In this episode I will discuss Juan Manuel Marquez’ victory over Mike Alvarado this past Saturday on HBO Boxing. The forty year old Marquez put on one of the best…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) In recent years the welterweight division has been one of the hottest weight classes in the sport, due to the amount of talent residing in it. Floyd Mayweather Jr. currently reigns the division, but there are always new challenger arising and looking to take the welterweight crown. Keith ‘One Time’ Thurman…
Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, it is a fight that as time goes on, it’s almost thought of as a fantasy fight because of how hard it is to make in reality. Between promotional issues and dueling TV networks, the fight most believe will be the biggest in boxing history still has yet to happen, and with…
Recently I had the opportunity to interview BJ Flores. BJ is a former IBO world title challenger, cruiserweight world title contender and premier analyst for NBC Sports. BJ Flores discussed his recent return to the ring after a long layoff, and what his future plans are. BJ also talked about the heavyweight scene now that…
Future Hall Of Fame fighter Juan Manuel Marquez made his return to the ring this Saturday night at the Forum in Inglewood, California, as he took on the experienced Denver native, Mike Alvarado. Both men were on the comeback trail after suffering defeats late in 2013 — Marquez losing a decision to Timothy Bradley and…
(Transcribed by Michael Readman) I recently had a chance to speak with interim welterweight titlist Keith ‘One Time’ Thurman to get his thoughts on his most recent win. Thurman talked about his title defense against Julio Diaz, and broke down various of the key rounds from the bout. Keith also gave his views on Amir…
(Interview by Robert Brown) The International Boxing Organization is headed by president Ed Levine, and has established itself of one of the most respected ranking organizations in boxing. Since 2000, Levine has seen the IBO grown in recognition and respect through it’s consistant computerized ranking system, and the integrity that it has operated under. Currently…
Styles make fights, it’s a term often talked about in the sport of boxing, and it means that a certain style — regardless of record or fights against common opponents — can make for a great fight and lead to success against what some think is a superior fighter. More often than not it’s a…
In the built up to ‘The Moment’ the question that fans asked the most was, what would be next for Floyd after the win? Following Mayweather-Maidana it was pretty clear what would be next, as Marcos Maidana had more success against Mayweather than any fighter before him and showed that Mayweather’s perfect record, might not…
I recently had a chance to catch up with boxing legend and reigning IBF/WBA light heavyweight champion, Bernard Hopkins, to talk about his future and get his thoughts another great fighter in boxing today. In part 2 of my interview, Bernard talks about the possibility of him getting fighter of the year if he becomes…
Recently I had the opportunity to interview Hall of Fame commentator, Al Bernstein. Al is one of the most well known and respected analysts in the game. The topics discussed in this interview include, the scoring and refereeing of Floyd Mayweather’s bout with Marcos Maidana, as well as a potential rematch between the two. Lastly,…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio returns this week with host Jenna J to discuss all the latest fights and fight news going on in the sport. In this installment of the show, I will be recapping ‘The Moment,’ the SHOWTIME PPV event that took place last Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in…
On Saturday night Floyd Mayweather walked out of the MGM grand casino as the unified 147lb and 154lb champion, notching up a 46th straight career victory. Whilst Mayweather emerged victorious, the routine Floyd performance most had expected failed to materialize. Landing 221 of 858 thrown, Marcos Maidana had connected more frequently on Floyd than any…
The ageless warrior and living legend of boxing once against surprised and amazed boxing fans and critics alike last month when he took on a fighter 19 years younger, a world champion, and easily out boxed him to become the oldest unified champion in boxing history. Most would think that would be enough, but Hopkins…
Recently I had the opportunity to interview Hall of Fame commentator, Al Bernstein. Al is one of the most well known and respected analysts in the game. The topics discussed in this interview include, Bernard Hopkins’ latest win and the potential of facing Adonis Stevenson, as well as a recap of the three main fights…
