Champion Jose Pedraza out to prove he’s at the head of the talented 130-pound weight class
If you came upon a roundtable gathering of boxing aficionados and the discussion turned to the best 130-pound fighters in the world today, you’d likely hear a variety of answers.
Erislandy Lara, Charlo brothers highlight trio of 154-pound world title fights on May 21
Six of the top boxers in the loaded 154-pound division … fighting for three world titles … all on one night under one roof in Las Vegas? Talk about a jackpot for fight fans.
Gary Russell Jr. hoping southpaw style trips up Patrick Hyland in 126-pound title fight
When southpaw Gary Russell Jr. fought Jhonny Gonzalez in March 2015 in Las Vegas, he was challenging a 126-pound world champion with a history of trouble against left-handers. Of Gonzalez’s eight losses entering the fight, six had been against southpaws, and two came by knockout.
Highly touted knockout artist Errol Spence Jr. ready to make his move in a loaded 147-pound division
Over the past year, many of the biggest names in boxing have sung the praises of Errol Spence Jr., even going so far as predicting he’ll be the eventual heir apparent to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in what is a stacked 147-pound division.
Krzysztof Glowacki looks to become the latest southpaw to give Steve Cunningham fits
Krzysztof Glowacki is undefeated, 10 years younger than his upcoming opponent and riding the momentum of a dramatic come-from-behind, title-winning knockout. But his biggest advantage against Steve Cunningham could be his southpaw stance.
Steve Cunningham drawing upon his ring experience in artistic endeavor
With his chiseled, bodybuilder-type physique, Steve Cunningham looks like he could move to Hollywood and carve out a career as a cinematic superhero when his boxing days are done.
Anthony Joshua rips heavyweight title away from Charles Martin with quick KO
It was “Prince” Charles Martin was entered the ring at London’s O2 Arena wearing a crown Saturday, but it was Anthony Joshua who exited it as the newest monarch of boxing.
Lee Selby survives early scare, outclasses Eric Hunter to retain 126-pound title
It wasn’t as easy or pretty as he had hoped. And his backside hit the canvas for the first time in his professional career. But in the end, “Lightning” Lee Selby proved why he’s one of the top boxers in the loaded 126-pound division.
