I recently had a chance to speak with trainer, former IBO champ, and uncle of Floyd Mayweather Jr,’Jazzy’ Jeff Mayweather. Jeff has trained many top level professionals such as Sultan Ibragimov and Celestino Caballero and continues to expand on his training career. Topics discussed in this interview include, Bernard Hopkins vs. Sergey Kovalev unification bout,…
During a recent edition of “On The Ropes” I had a chance to speak with undefeated heavyweight contender Bryant “By-By” Jennings to discuss his most recent win, and also his future in the division. Jennings also gave his thoughts on the upcoming fight between WBC heavyweight champion Bermane Stiverne and #1 contender Deontay Wilder. Additionally…
‘Iceman’ John Scully is a former light heavyweight boxer who amassed a record of 38-11 during his 12 year run as a professional. Scully is now a respected trainer who has taken multiple fighters to world championship fights. I recently had a chance to speak with John to get his views on some interesting topics…
Throughout Floyd Mayweather’s 18 year professional boxing career, he has reached dizzying heights inside and outside the ring. Well publicized rifts in camp shine a spotlight on what appears a turbulent lifestyle at times. Throughout Floyd’s immense success there has been one consistent in Floyd’s life since he joined the camp in 2007. Mayweather Promotions…
The last American heavyweight champion has been garnering attention in the past few months and is aiming to reclaim the title he once held. Shannon ‘The Cannon’ Briggs has been on the comeback trail and has been very vocal in his desire to fight and beat reigning heavyweight champ, Wladimir Klitschko. At 42 years of…
Tomorrow night, undefeated James ‘Keep’em Sleepin’ Stevenson makes his return to the ring in his toughest fight to date as he will be taking on 15-0 Samuel Vasquez in a 10 round bout that will be shown on Fox Sports 1. I recently had a chance to speak with Stevenson “On The Ropes” to get…
I recently had a chance to speak with former light heavyweight boxer and current trainer, ‘Iceman’ John Scully, to get his views on the boxing scene. Scully has trained the likes of Chad Dawson and Mike Oliver and helped them on their roads to capture world titles. A variety of topics were discussed including the…
In less than 2 weeks, UK’s Kell Brook will risk his perfect record, against undefeated IBF welterweight champion Shawn Porter. Brook has been waiting for almost two years for his title show, after injuries to his opponent and himself delayed his title opportunity. I recently spoke with Kell Brook and got his views on watching…
(Photos by Kevin Howard) This past Saturday night at the Revel Resort casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Sergey ‘Krusher’ Kovalev (25-0-1, 23 KO) defended his WBO light heavyweight championship against fellow undefeated fighter Blake Caparello (19-1-1, 6 KO). Kovalev was making the third defense of his belt and had the extra pressure of a…
Brandon ‘Bam Bam’ Rios is a fighter who has made a name for himself over the years by being one of the toughest fighters in the game. The 28 year old from Oxnard, California has beaten the odds on several occasions, having worked his way up to capture a world title at lightweight, and even…
Tomorrow night at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Nevada, Brandon ‘BAM BAM’ Rios will make his return to the ring against hard hitting Argentine boxer, Diego Chaves. The fight will be the first time Rios has stepped in the ring since his one sided decision loss to Manny Pacquiao. Many are hoping Rios can bounce…
The most prolific puncher of the current generation, Gennady Golovkin, took center stage on Saturday night to coldly dismantle the capable Daniel Geale. The result and manner of victory a formality in the eyes of many, Geale crumbled upon impact from a ‘GGG’ right hook in the third to bring a close to proceedings. The…
“On The Ropes” Boxing Radio returns once again this week with host Jenna J to cover all the hottest news in the sport of boxing. In this episode I will talk about the HBO event that took place this past Saturday night, in which IBO/WBA champ, Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin successfully defended his titles by dispatching…
(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…
I recently had a chance to speak with former IBO champion and current light heavyweight contender, Blake ‘Il Capo’ Caparello, ahead of the biggest task of his career. Caparello will be stepping up to fight for the WBO light heavyweight title against unbeaten Sergey Kovalev on August 2 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The fight…
(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…
I recently 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 Mayweather-Maidana rematch and what differences the second bout could present, Miguel Cotto’s victory over Sergio Martinez, Pacquiao-Mayweather possible match. Here is…
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…
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Hall of Fame inductee, journalist, author, and veteran broadcaster, Al Bernstein. In this exclusive interview, Al shares his thoughts on the recent Alvarez-Lara fight and if he believes Lara will get a rematch. Bernstein also talks about the Pacquiao-Algieri match which has just been announced and also discussed…
