This Week in Boxing History: July 31-August 6
This week in boxing history, PBC spans a century of title fights, including an early middleweight champion retaining his crown, two successful defenses by heavyweight icons and the second chapter from one of the sport’s most thrilling rivalries.
Ortiz looks sharp in return, powers past Corral with fourth-round TKO
If Victor Ortiz has proven one thing in his career, it’s that he’s going to deliver excitement.
Garcia delivers dominating performance, earns unanimous decision over Broner
Head tilted slightly downward and eyes focused forward, Mikey Garcia seemingly saw nothing other than the obstacle in front of him: Adrien Broner.
No world titles necessary to inspire Broner, Garcia for 140-pound showdown
With Adrien Broner coming down in weight and Mikey Garcia moving up for their 140-pound bout, the clash of talented multi-division champions makes for an intriguing matchup even without any world titles at stake.
Fire reignited under former champion Ortiz heading into 147-pound battle with Corral
Victor Ortiz has had it all. In addition to winning a 147-pound world title, the 30-year-old southpaw also has gained celebrity in TV and movies, yet he still aspires to return to the top of the fight game.
PBC Jabs touches gloves with Ortiz in preparation for full weekend of fights
This week in PBC jabs, host Jordan Hardy previews an action-packed weekend of fights, including a conversation with former 147-pound champion Victor Ortiz before his 10-round showdown Sunday night against Mexico’s Saul Corral on FS1.
12 Rounds With … Gerald Washington
With a résumé that includes U.S. Navy veteran, big-time college football player and heavyweight world title challenger, Gerald Washington has packed a lot of living into his 35 years.
This Week in Boxing History: July 24-30
This week in boxing history, PBC highlights knockout wins by three heavyweight greats, a triumphant finale for a middleweight legend and a Northern Irishman earning a second world title in a thrilling featherweight matchup.
