This Week in Boxing History: May 15-21
This week in boxing history, PBC looks back at a pair of heavyweight legends defending their crowns, two pulse-raising bouts that were named Fight of the Year and a history-making night in the 154-pound division.
Jermell Charlo steps up approach, knocks out John Jackson to make history
Jermell Charlo didn’t expect to pursue John Jackson around the ring Saturday night, but he finally caught up to him in the eighth round and landed a world championship.
Jermell Charlo, John Jackson both ready to leave comfort zone to become a world champion
Jermell Charlo hints at a knockout although he’s considered more of a boxer-puncher, while John Jackson vows to display his versatility although he’s known primarily for his power.
John Jackson not necessarily looking for kill shot to take down Jermell Charlo
Four of John Jackson’s last five victories have come via the judges’ scorecards, but don’t let the lack of stoppages fool you: “Dah Rock” packs some serious power.
Jermell Charlo trying to keep up with twin brother Jermall in title pursuit
They aren’t fighting each other Saturday, but twins Jermall and Jermell Charlo will be vying for family bragging rights when they compete for 154-pound world titles in separate bouts on the same card.
Stunning knockout loss was 'a blessing in disguise’ for John Jackson
John Jackson had floored Andy Lee with a frighteningly perfect first-round right cross. By the end of Round 4, he led 39-36 on all three cards and seemed to be closing in for the finish. Then his night came to a crashing halt.
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.