Williams embracing challenge of dethroning Charlo, achieving greatness
Always a straight shooter, Julian Williams will be the first to tell you that his first world title shot is coming against the most talented and dangerous opponent he’s ever faced. And that’s just how “J Rock” wants it.
PBC Jabs spotlights Frampton-Santa Cruz II, catches up with Lubin and Wilder
As PBC Jabs rolls into December, host Jordan Hardy previews the Carl Frampton-Leo Santa Cruz rematch, chats with 154-pound prospect Erickson Lubin and gets a visit from heavyweight champ Deontay Wilder.
12 Rounds With ... Abner Mares
When fight fans hear the name Abner Mares, they probably (and understandably) think fearless brawler. But you don’t win three world titles—and put yourself in position to win a fourth—without knowing a thing or two about the finer points of boxing.
Jermall Charlo following own road despite shared success with twin Jermell
Jermall Charlo was virtually inseparable from twin brother Jermell for most of their youth, and even today the siblings share the distinction of calling themselves 154-pound world champions. But the 26-year-old Texans took different paths to reach the same destination.
This week in boxing history: November 28-December 4
This week in boxing history, PBC flashes back to five world-title knockouts, including a Fight of the Year, the birth of two champions, an American triumph overseas and a storied Puerto Rico-Mexico showdown.
After biding his time, Williams ready to engage Charlo in 154-pound title bout
Julian Williams’ patience has been tested for much of this year as he waited to see if he would get his first shot at a world title.
12 Rounds With ... Jermall Charlo
Some fighters are natural self-promoters who have never met a microphone they didn’t like, while others are more comfortable letting their fists do their talking. Muhammad Ali was a first-ballot Hall of Famer of the former group. Jermall Charlo falls into the latter.
World title rematch between Frampton, Santa Cruz bound for Las Vegas
Carl Frampton can't wait to see his name up in Las Vegas lights—just like his heroes before him.
