The imposing figure of George Foreman struck fear into the hearts of his opponents in the 1970s, and his dominance was on full display on a fateful day 50 years ago. At the age of 25, with an unblemished record of 39-0, Foreman stepped into the ring to defend his world title against the highly
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Gilberto Ramirez, also known as “Zurdo,” is set to face off against defending WBA champion Arsen Goulamirian in a highly anticipated cruiserweight title fight. Ramirez, who has already made history as the first Mexican fighter to win a world title at super-middleweight, is now looking to add another accomplishment to his name by winning a
In the past, the British heavyweight title held a significant status, with the champion becoming a household name. From legends like Henry Cooper to Lennox Lewis, the title fights garnered immense fan attention and admiration. The upcoming fight at The O2 in London between Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke is set to revive some of
The 1950s marked a significant era in the history of boxing. The popularity of the sport soared during this time, largely thanks to the increased exposure through televised matches. Legends such as Archie Moore, Rocky Marciano, and Sugar Ray Robinson graced the ring and captured the hearts of fans around the world. These three boxers,
After Tim Tszyu’s fight against Sebastian Fundora in Las Vegas, Tim and his manager, Glen Jennings, are planning to start negotiations with WBO mandatory Terence Crawford. If Tszyu emerges victorious on Saturday night, they intend to initiate talks with Crawford right away. While Tszyu is the favorite to win against the towering Fundora, the last-minute
Every boxing fan has their own opinion on who the greatest fighters of all time are. Whether it’s based on skill, records, or personal preferences, the debate can get quite heated. Recently, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system has generated a Top 10 list of the greatest fighters ever, and it has stirred up some controversy
In a lesser-known boxing match that took place in Zapopan, Mexico, heavyweight contender Michael Hunter secured a fourth-round victory over Ignacio Esparza. However, the real story of the fight was not Hunter’s triumph, but rather the shocking physical condition of his opponent. Esparza, at a staggering 35 years old, appeared completely out of shape, with
Denzel “Double Impact” Whitley showcased his skills in a stunning performance, securing a second-round technical knockout over Joe Wilson Jr. The bout came to an end at thirty-one seconds in the second round as Wilson struggled to get up from a vicious left hook to the body delivered by Whitley. This victory improved Whitley’s record
Sebastian Fundora is gearing up to face WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu in a bid to claim the vacant WBC title. Fundora, standing at an impressive 6’5″, possesses the height, work rate, and power necessary to secure a victory. However, questions linger about Fundora’s chin following his knockout loss to Brian Mendoza. Tim Tszyu,
The potential matchup between Canelo Alvarez and David Benavidez is still in the cards according to former Showtime executive Stephen Espinoza. Despite the Mexican star’s upcoming fight against Jaime Munguia on May 4th, Espinoza believes that the possibility of a showdown between Canelo and Benavidez is not completely off the table. Financial Challenges for PBC
The collaborative effort between promoters Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn has generated a lot of buzz in the boxing world. The ‘Five Vs. Five’ card, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been the subject of much speculation among fans and experts alike. In the heavyweight division, there are two confirmed fights, with
It is no secret that promoter Bernard Hopkins has expressed his belief that Canelo Alvarez is intentionally delaying a much-anticipated mega-fight against David Benavidez. Hopkins suggests that Canelo is strategically holding off on facing the younger and larger Benavidez until the tail end of his career. The question remains, what could potentially derail this fight
In a recent interview, promoter Eddie Hearn expressed his disappointment in rising boxer Dalton Smith for calling out EBU 140-lb champion Adam Azim instead of focusing on world titles. Hearn believes that Smith, at 27 years old, should be aiming for bigger fights against current world champions in the light welterweight division, like WBC belt-holder
Campbell Hatton, with a record of 14-1, started the fight off well in the first two rounds, showcasing his skills in the ring. However, as the fight progressed, Jimmy Joe Flint (14-1-2) took over the momentum. The turning point came in the third round when Flint began to catch Hatton repeatedly with shots, shifting the
In a surprising turn of events at the Sheffield Arena, Dalton Smith managed to secure a stunning fifth-round knockout victory over the experienced Jose Zepeda to claim the vacant WBC silver light welterweight title. The 27-year-old Smith displayed impeccable timing as he delivered a devastating body shot that sent Zepeda crashing to the canvas, unable