This Week in Boxing History: May 29-June 4
This week in boxing history, PBC highlights a batch of world title fights ranging from 130 pounds to heavyweight, featuring two successful defenses, a champion reclaiming his title and a couple of upsets, including the last great performance for "The Hitman.”
Spence powers his way to 147-pound world title with 11th-round knockout of Brook
Errol Spence Jr. has proven himself to be “The Truth.”
Spence ready to shine on Brook's home turf in first shot at world championship
Errol Spence Jr. knows what he’s walking into when he enters the ring Saturday to face 147-pound titleholder Kell Brook in the champion’s hometown.
PBC Jabs hits up Russell after his knockout showing, sets the table for Brook-Spence
This week in PBC Jabs, host Jordan Hardy recaps a pair of exciting fight cards, including a conversation with 126-pound champion Gary Russell Jr. after his world title-retaining TKO of Oscar Escandon, and looks ahead to Saturday’s 147-pound title showdown in England between British champion Kell Brook and unbeaten American Errol Spence Jr.
12 Rounds With … Errol Spence Jr.
Over the last two years, plenty has changed for Errol Spence Jr. outside of the ring.
Spence determined to begin solidifying legacy in 147-pound showdown with Brook
Power and precision are just a couple of key attributes in the ring that have set Errol Spence Jr. apart from the pack so far during his fledgling professional career.
This Week in Boxing History: May 22-28
This week in boxing history, PBC highlights a trio of fighters earning their first world titles, including the first British Olympic gold medalist to win a pro championship, honors a middleweight legend adding another world title to his résumé and remembers a storied heavyweight championship rematch.
Benavidez earns first world title opportunity with spectacular KO of Medina
As predicted, David Benavidez did indeed face the toughest test of his young career Saturday night in his 168-pound title eliminator against veteran slugger Rogelio “Porky” Medina. And Benavidez didn’t just pass his test, he aced it.
