During the 217th edition of “On The Ropes” I was joined by reigning middleweight champion of the world, Sergio “Maravilla” Martinez, to discuss his upcoming bout with former 3 division champion Miguel “Junito” Cotto. Sergio talked about his motivation going into this fight and the layoff he had out of the ring. Sergio also gave…
Former world title challenger Rocky Juarez recently appeared on the 217th edition of “On The Ropes” to discuss his future in the sport after his recent comeback win. Juarez, now 34 has challenged for a title 6 times, and while coming close, he still has his eyes on winning a championship belt in 2014. Besides…
(transcribed by Michael Readman) Heavyweight Deontay “Bronze Bomber” Wilder is as close as he has ever been to his shot a world title belt. In a professional career that began in 2008, Wilder has accumulated a record of 31 wins without a loss, and all wins coming by way of stoppage, and is now the…
In the third and final part of my “On The Ropes” interview with former 2 division world champion, Timothy Bradley, I talk with him about his future and possibility of moving up in weight. Bradley also gives his thoughts on Top Rank and Goldenboy promotions working with each other and which fighters from the Goldenboy…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio is back once again this week with host Jenna J to recap all the recent fights and fight news in boxing. In this episode I will talk about the mega event that took place in London, England, which featured the highly anticipated rematch between George Groves and Carl Froch. The…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
John Scully: Honestly, I just feel that Maidana is a top of the line guy and an excellent fighter who is at his peak but Mayweather is still Mayweather and I don’t see any reason to believe this isn’t going to be another 117-111, 118-110 type of fight. Roy Jones Jr: When you bring a…
When it comes to knowledge of the game and position, few know boxing like Roy Jones Jr. Roy has not only won titles in 4 divisions, but he has also reigned as the best p4p fighter in the world for a number of years near his prime. In the third and final part of my…
By Jenna J – “On The Ropes” Boxing Radio returns this week to preview the SHOWTIME PPV event, ‘The Moment.’ This Saturday May 3rd, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, boxing fans will be treated to one of the biggest PPV events in recent history, as Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather looks to get his…
(Transcribed by Michael Readman) Former 4 division world champion Roy Jones Jr is looking to return to the ring in 2014, and he has some unfinished business. At age 45, Jones is looking to get a title in the only division he has competed in and not won a major belt in, Cruiserweight. In part…
(Transcribed by Michael Readman) During the 213th edition of “On The Ropes” I was joined by returning guest and former 4 division world champion, Roy Jones Jr. In part 1 of my interview with Roy, I get his thoughts on the recent return of Manny Pacquiao, who defeated Timothy Bradley in their long awaited rematch….
