Thurman plans to expose cracks in Porter’s defense in 147-pound title bout
Keith Thurman said former champion Shawn Porter “was there to be hit” in two of his most difficult fights, a loss to Kell Brook and a victory over Adrien Broner.
As he nears the apex of the 175-pound division, Fonfara now fighting for more than just himself
Andrzej Fonfara returns to the ring Saturday a little more than a month in advance of the anticipated arrival of his first child—a life-changing event that has placed an added premium on victory.
Elegele powers his way past Lo Greco in grueling 10-round brawl
Joseph Elegele entered Sunday’s 150-pound fight with Phil Lo Greco possessing a decided power advantage, and promised to show as much when the two men got in the ring.
Molina boxes and slugs his way to upset win over Provodnikov
There was little doubt that notorious brawlers John Molina Jr. and Ruslan Provodnikov would give fight fans an action-packed, no-holds-barred fight Saturday night. In that respect, the two hammer-fisted 140-pounders delivered as expected.
Lo Greco, Elegele understand the sense of urgency heading into critical clash
As 31-year-olds in a 147-pound weight class stacked with young talent, Phil Lo Greco and Joseph Elegele are trying to remain relevant while realizing that time is of the essence.
Showdown between sluggers Provodnikov, Molina has explosive potential
When Ruslan Provodnikov and John Molina Jr. meet in the ring Saturday night, expect the action to go from boxing to brawling in a hurry.
Elegele piling up the wins thanks in large part to prodigious power
Unbeaten 154-pound prospect Erickson Lubin has flattened 10 of the 14 opponents he’s faced since turning pro shortly after his 18th birthday, so “The Hammer” knows a thing or two about concussive power. And he knows stablemate and fellow southpaw Joseph Elegele possesses it in spades.
Lem’s Corner: Stevenson sees a lot of himself in confident challenger Williams
Champion Adonis Stevenson understands the motivation of challenger Thomas Williams Jr. entering their upcoming clash. He was in a similar position as the underdog before capturing his 175-pound title against fellow left-hander Chad Dawson three years ago.
