Who you got? Top 147-pound fighters weigh in with Thurman-Porter predictions
It’s a clash that fight fans have been waiting to witness for months, if not years.
Thurman plans to ‘go with the flow’ against Porter
Rare has been the occasion when a boxer has legitimately hurt Keith Thurman in any of the undefeated 147-pound champion’s 26 professional bouts.
Lem’s Corner: DeLoach eager to take down second straight unbeaten opponent Saturday
Justin DeLoach had little trouble taking out an undefeated opponent in his last fight. Now he’s looking to hang the first “L” on a second consecutive 154-pound foe.
Breazeale hoping to back up big talk with bigger showing against Joshua
Charles Martin took some verbal shots at Anthony Joshua before his heavyweight title defense against the British slugger in April, but was quickly silenced on fight night. Now, Dominic Breazeale is engaging in some of those same tactics in advance of his clash with Joshua, although he vows to present a much tougher challenge.
When it comes time to shed final pounds, Porter relies on a higher power
It’s hardly surprising that making weight has never been a problem for Shawn Porter, who is as dedicated and disciplined in training as any fighter in the game. But the former 147-pound champ insists there’s more to it than hard work in the gym.
Unbeaten Vasquez to face ex-champ Collazo in 147-pound clash on July 16
Sammy Vasquez Jr. was hoping his last opponent would provide the toughest challenge of his fast-rising career. It didn’t work out that way, but “The Sergeant” may get his wish with his next foe.
Breazeale past distractions as he prepares for heavyweight title shot
Watching Charles Martin win a heavyweight title and then receive $5 million to defend it against Anthony Joshua was tough for Dominic Breazeale to take.
Following death of his mentor, Thurman forms deep bond with trainer Birmingham
One of Keith Thurman’s biggest victories was also one of his toughest—but not because of the opponent he was facing.
