(transcribed by Michael Readman) The rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Marcos Maidana is now only six weeks away, and as the fight draws near, there is still an issue that has yet to be resolved, the gloves for the fight. This was a subject of much debate prior to the previous fight, as Mayweather objected…
On August 16th, the Stub Hub center in Carson California will host an interesting clash between two undefeated fighters. ‘Showtime’ Shawn Porter will defend his IBF welterweight title against his mandatory challenger, UK’s Kell Brook. I recently had a chance to speak to Shawn Porter to discuss the upcoming fight, and also get his views…
During the most recent edition of “On The Ropes” I was joined by former 2 time heavyweight champion, Shannon ‘The Cannon’ Briggs. Shannon discussed his comeback so far, and his reasons for returning to the ring. Briggs also gave his views on the current state of the heavyweight division is its champion, Wladimir Klitschko. Additionally…
This past Saturday night at the Madison Square Garden in New York, Rising star, IBO/WBA Middleweight champion Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin (30-0, 27 KO’s) made his return to the ring for the second time in 2014 to face what most considered to be his toughest test to date — former IBO/IBF/WBA middleweight champion, Daniel ‘Real Deal’…
Australia’s Daniel ‘Real Deal’ Geale is no stranger to championship fights, having claimed multiple titles in a career that has seen him amass a record of 30-2, 16 KO’s. On Saturday July 26th, at the Madison Square Garden, Geale faces the toughest test of his career as he battles for the IBO and WBA titles…
It is said that better technique can sometimes overcome greater skill. Former world champion, Tracy Patterson, and former Amateur boxer, Vinny Furlani, believe in that saying and have been implementing that into their coaching of boxers. In this special ‘On The Ropes’ interview, I talk to both Vinny Furlani and former IBF champ, Tracy Patterson,…
(transcribed by Michael Readman)’The Battle of East and West,’ the name of the event was not memorable, but a punch in that bout between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton was. In the second round of the bout, Manny Pacquiao shocked the boxing world with his devastating one punch knockout win over the then light welterweight…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) On September 13th, Floyd Mayweather Jr. will return to the ring, and for the first time in nearly twelve years, he will be matched up against an opponent that he has already faced, Marcos Maidana. The rematch announcement was welcomed by many fans and media, but when it came to a…
In part 2 of my “On The Ropes” interview with trainer Ronnie Shields, I talk with him about the future of Erislandy Lara after his loss to Canelo Alvarez, and what options he sees next. Shields also shared his views on Floyd Mayweather Jr’s recent announcement, and if he thinks fans still want to see…
This past weekend, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Erislandy Lara fought to the scheduled distance in their non title fight. As soon as the cards were read, the most debated subject in boxing was brought up once again, judging. Alvarez was awarded a split decision victory, and while many people believed he was deserving, others felt…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio makes its return this week with host Jenna J to discuss all the recent fights and fight news in the sport. In this episode I will be recapping the SHOWTIME PPV event that just took place last Saturday in which Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez defeated Erislandy Lara by split decision. I…
Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez made a triumphant return to the ring by edging Erislandy Lara in a 12 round fight. In the much hyped event called, ‘Honor and Glory’ we saw the highly popular Saul Alvarez pinned against the Cuban tactician, Erislandy Lara, in a…
Boxing, like most sports, is a young man’s sport and as the old guard falls new prospects inevitably rise and claim their place in the ranks. One of boxing’s more talked about prospects is Erickson ‘The Hammer’ Lubin, an 18 year old fighter who drew attention when he decided to sign with Iron Mike Productions…
The boxing world again is focused on its biggest star. Floyd Mayweather Jr. has recently hinted to the press that he is leaning towards a rematch with former WBA welterweight champion Marcos Maidana. The first fight saw Mayweather Jr. tested for the first time in years, and win a decision that was much closer…
Erislandy Lara and Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez are now only 2 weeks away from entering the ring with each other. Lara, now 31, has managed to become a world champion at light middleweight, but is still in search of the fame and notoriety that a win over one of the top stars can help him achieve….
On July 12th at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez returns to the ring in what is expected to be one of his toughest fights to date. The now 23 year old former champion is set to face reigning WBA light middleweight champion Erislandy Lara, and while there is…
Saturday night at the StubHub Center in Carson, California, Robert ‘The Ghost’ Guerrero engaged in a back and forth battle with Yoshihiro Kamegai and emerged victorious, following a year long absence from the sport. Following a year long layoff, Robert ‘The Ghost’ Guerrero stepped back into the ring after his one sided defeat to Floyd…
This past Saturday night, the co-main event at the Stub Hub center in Carson, California saw undefeated contender Gary Russell Jr. and the two time gold medal winner for Ukraine, Vasyl ‘Hi-Tech’ Lomachenko face off for the vacant WBO featherweight title. Lomachenko was getting his second consecutive title shot, after have just fought 2 professional…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) In the third and final part of my “On The Ropes” interview with reigning IBF/WBA champion, Carl ‘The Cobra’ Froch, I get his views on the current boxing scene, discussing a possible fifth fight between Pacquiao and Marquez and also the future of Floyd Mayweather Jr. Froch also discussed his rank…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) When Nottingham’s Carl Froch impressively stopped George Groves in the 8th round of their highly anticipated rematch, the question most fan asked was, what is next for the 36 year old Froch? In part 2 of my interview with Carl ‘The Cobra’ Froch, he talks about where he thinks Groves goes…
In a fight contested for the WBO light welterweight title, Chris Algieri shocked the world by defeating Ruslan Provodnikov via close split decision at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Ruslan Provodnikov was coming off the back of an impressive 2013, having a 12 round war with Timothy Bradley, followed by his title winning…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) Super middleweight world champion Carl ‘The Cobra’ Froch is coming off an impressive knockout win over UK rival George Groves. The fight saw Froch, now 36, come from behind once again and come away with one of his most defining moments of his boxing career, and showing once again why many…
When it comes to legendary boxing rivalries, Pacquiao vs. Marquez is right up there with the all-time greats. The two have fought 4 times already, with a draw in their first encounter, Pacquiao getting the edge the following 2 times, and Marquez getting the most definitive win of the series in their last bout. Most…
Trainer Naazim Richardon is widely regarded as one of the best strategists in the sport, and has helped craft the game plans that have seen fighters such as Bernard Hopkins and many others overcome the odds time and time again. Richardson is now set to do that more, as Bernard Hopkins seems set for yet…
(Transcribed by Michael Readman) In part 2 of my “On The Ropes” interview with Deontay “Bronze Bomber” Wilder, I get his views on the sport of boxing, and its two biggest stars, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. Wilder shares his views on what he think Mayweather should do next and what he think of the…
