For Washington, an upset of Wilder would provide an avenue to affect social change
As the product of an African-American father and a Mexican-American mother, heavyweight contender Gerald Washington hopes to use boxing as a force for solidarity.
Flores looks to continue climb up 130-pound ladder with win over Nguyen
Sometimes, a fighter’s record doesn’t paint the most accurate picture of his skills—even a fighter who is undefeated. Take, for example, Miguel Flores.
This Week in Boxing History: February 20-26
This week in boxing history, PBC recounts a Mexico City showdown before more than 130,000 fans, recaps a bloody 40-round title bout, celebrates a four-division world champion, relives a heavyweight title rumble in Las Vegas and marvels at a Fight of the Decade.
Broner outlasts tough-minded Granados, wins 10-round brawl
Adrien Broner insisted from the get-go that Saturday’s fight against former sparring partner Adrian Granados wasn’t going to be easy. Some may have thought Broner was simply trying to hype a bout he was co-promoting. Turns out, the former four-division champion was being 100 percent truthful.
Peterson wears down Avanesyan late to earn 147-pound world title
Instead of performing like a guy who hadn’t fought in 16 months, Lamont Peterson looked like a boxer ready to go 16 rounds with David Avanesyan.
Broner, Granados ready to get reacquainted in 147-pound showdown
Adrien Broner and Adrian Granados have spent plenty of time together in the ring, but it’s never really counted until now.
Peterson expects to outclass Avanesyan in 147-pound title clash
David Avanesyan is currently in possession of a 147-pound world title, which he successfully defended in his last fight against none other than legendary former five-time champion Shane Mosley. Count Avanesyan’s next opponent as thoroughly unimpressed by that accomplishment.
Jermall Charlo vacates 154-pound title; Harrison, Hurd to vie for championship
Both Tony Harrison and Jarrett Hurd were already on the verge of fulfilling their goal of fighting for a world championship leading up to their 154-pound showdown next week. Thanks to Jermall Charlo, that opportunity is now staring them in the face.
