This Week in Boxing History: February 13-19
This week in boxing history, PBC recalls one heavyweight champion on the rise and another reaching the top, the final meeting in one of boxing’s greatest rivalries and two bouts that were named Fight of the Year.
Easter powers his way past Cruz, retains 135-pound world championship
Robert Easter Jr. didn’t get the knockout he was seeking against Luis Cruz, but he was no less dominant defending his world title in front of a hometown crowd.
Zhakiyanov overcomes early knockdowns, upsets Warren to win 118-pound title
Rau’shee Warren made a huge opening statement in his first 118-pound title defense, but it wasn’t enough to deny the unyielding attack of Zhanat Zhakiyanov.
Easter not about to overlook Cruz in first 135-pound title defense
If his opponent’s recent résumé is any indication, Robert Easter Jr.'s first 135-pound title defense could be a quick one. Just don’t expect the new champion to go making any brash early-knockout predictions.
Warren, Zhakiyanov aiming to pull power play in 118-pound title bout
Rau’shee Warren is not known for his power, but whether or not he can stop Zhanat Zhakiyanov might be the deciding factor in their 118-pound title bout.
PBC Jabs catches up with Wilder, touches gloves with Easter
This week in PBC Jabs, host Jordan Hardy chats with heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder about his upcoming title fight with Gerald Washington, and checks in with 135-pound champion Robert Easter Jr. before his defense against Luis Cruz.
12 Rounds With ... Rau'shee Warren
Boxers by their very nature are impatient folks. Whether it’s landing the big punch, securing the big fight or winning all the world titles, they want it all and they want it now. Rau’shee Warren is a bit of an exception.
Lubin to battle veteran Cota in 154-pound title eliminator on March 4
Erickson Lubin has seemingly been on a fast track to a 154-pound world title shot since signing a professional contract on his 18th birthday. Now, as he sprints around the final turn on that track, Lubin has the finish line in sight.
