The Moment: Anthony Dirrell vs Badou Jack
Badou Jack set the tempo against Anthony Dirrell at 1:56 of the second round Friday night, when a jab to the body by “The Ripper” preceded a head-swiveling right hand three seconds later.
Anthony Dirrell, Daniel Jacobs ready for battle on Spike TV card
World champions Anthony Dirrell and Daniel Jacobs made weight in advance of their Friday night title defenses, as did their opponents, but not without incident.
Anthony Dirrell looking to make short work of Badou Jack
Anthony Dirrell will be defending his 168-pound title Friday night against Badou Jack, who indirectly may have the champion’s older brother to thank for the opportunity.
Brothers Andre, Anthony Dirrell content to stay in separate corners
Andre and Anthony Dirrell both fight at 168 pounds, and each brother could soon possess a world title at that weight. But boxing fans will likely never learn which Dirrell would win a scrap between the siblings.
Motorcycle accident fails to KO Anthony Dirrell
Anthony Dirrell thought his health problems were behind him. On May 11, 2012, he was nearly four years removed from winning his battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and in discussions to fight for a 168-pound world championship.
Tattoos document Anthony Dirrell’s life journey
Anthony Dirrell has 35 tattoos canvassing his skin, each one serving as an illustrated chapter in telling the 168-pound world champion’s life story.
The Moment: Andy Lee vs. Peter Quillin
The fight lasted the entire 12 rounds, but for Peter Quillin in his split-decision draw with Andy Lee on Saturday night, The Moment happened with about 30 seconds left in the first round.
Fighters all set for PBC on NBC card in Brooklyn
All four marquee fighters for Saturday night’s Premier Boxing Champions card in Brooklyn, New York, weighed in and are ready for action.
