The sport’s promoters and TV networks need to get together and begin negotiating a heavyweight tournament for when Wladimir Klitschko leaves the sport to determine a true champion. Showtime managed to put together the Super Six World Boxing Classic in 2009 to determine the successor to the peerless Joe Calzaghe at 168lbs. Can it be done again to revive boxing’s Continue Reading...

Former world champion Amir Khan is back in the UK this week and is likely to announce his next opponent within days. The identity of Khan’s dance partner remains unclear, with names such as Luis Collazo, Adrien Broner, Kell Brook and Danny Garcia circulating recently. There are various permutations of where Khan goes next following his 11 month layoff since Continue Reading...

BAYAMON, Puerto Rico – Danny Garcia (28-0, 16 KOs) was awarded a majority decision over a very game Mauricio Herrera (20-4, 7 KOs) in a less than stunning homecoming display at the Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum. El Maestro made the 12 rounds relentlessly competitive for the undefeated champion, pressing the action throughout and landing more punches down the stretch. It would Continue Reading...

LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (43-1-1, 31 KOs) punished a brave Alfredo Angulo (22-4, 18 KOs) over 10 rounds at the MGM Grand Garden Arena before referee Tony Weeks stepped in to halt the action after a huge uppercut from Alvarez. Some observers thought the stoppage was controversial and premature, however trainer Virgil Hunter had told Angulo only Continue Reading...

BRISTOL, United Kingdom – James DeGale (18-1, 12 KOs) recorded an impressive TKO victory over durable challenger Gevorg Khatchikian (20-1, 8 KOs) in an effective final eliminator for Sakio Bika’s WBC super middleweight title. DeGale’s effective bodywork and fast tempo paid dividends in the eleventh round as Khatchikian succumbed to his first defeat via referee stoppage. While stepping up in Continue Reading...