Former light heavyweight world title challenger John Scully continues to bring together the boxing community through his Amateur Boxers Reunions, with the latest one taking place at Diamante’s Bar. The venue, situated near the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York, served as the perfect backdrop for a night filled with nostalgia and camaraderie. Memories
Boxing History
In the world of boxing, some fights are remembered for their sheer brutality and display of power. One such fight took place in 1976 between the legendary George Foreman and the underrated Scott LeDoux. Foreman, who was making a comeback after a devastating loss to Muhammad Ali, was at the peak of his career. On
Ken Norton, a prominent figure in the heavyweight division during the 1970s, may not have won a title in the ring, but he certainly left a lasting impact on the world of boxing. Known for his grueling battles with fighters like Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, and Larry Holmes, Norton’s career was defined by his resilience,
On July 26th, 1986, the boxing world witnessed a truly chilling knockout when Mike Tyson, then just 20 years old, faced off against Marvis Frazier. Tyson, known for his ferocity and speed, unleashed a barrage of punches that left Frazier reeling in the ring. In a mere 30 seconds, Tyson managed to send Frazier crashing
Jose “Pipino” Cuevas was a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world, yet his greatness often goes overlooked. One of his defining moments came in 1976 when an 18-year-old Cuevas shocked the boxing community by defeating the defending WBA welterweight champion, Angel Espada. Cuevas, with an unassuming record of 15-6(13), was considered an
Pernell Whitaker, known as “Sweet Pea,” was a boxing genius whose career was tragically cut short on July 14th, 2019, when he was hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross a road in his native Virginia. His death marked the end of a remarkable life that had brought so much joy to fans and
Philadelphia, once known as “The City of Brotherly Love,” used to be a thriving hub for big boxing matches. However, the city has not seen a major fight event since the 1970s. The upcoming match featuring Jaron “Boots” Ennis at Wells Fargo Center is generating excitement as it has the potential to revive the boxing
Michael Spinks, a legendary figure in the world of boxing, is often unfairly defined by his quick defeat at the hands of Mike Tyson. However, before that infamous fight, Spinks had already established himself as a true great in the sport. Born in St. Louis in 1956, Spinks, along with his brother Leon, achieved gold
Arturo Gatti was a fighter who burned brighter than any other during his time. Fans were always left craving more after watching him in action. His undiluted, raw fight style was a rarity in the world of boxing, making him one of the most exciting fighters of all time. However, tragedy struck when Gatti was
Upon reviewing Evander Holyfield’s picks for the Dream Fight scenarios presented to him, it is evident that some of his choices are quite questionable. For instance, Holyfield selected Deontay Wilder over Frank Bruno, Mike Tyson over Vitali Klitschko, and Mike Tyson over Anthony Joshua. These picks may seem biased towards Tyson, a fellow heavyweight legend,
The meeting between former heavyweight champion George Foreman and journeyman boxer Everett Martin, better known as “Bigfoot,” was a clash of two very different worlds. Foreman, at age 40, was on a mission to regain his heavyweight title, while Martin, an incredibly durable fighter, was content with testing his opponents, even if he knew he
It has been 15 years since the legendary Nicaraguan world champion, Alexis Arguello, tragically passed away. Known as “The Explosive Thin Man,” Arguello was a dominant force in the boxing world, reigning as a champion in three weight classes – featherweight, super featherweight, and lightweight. His untimely death, reportedly by suicide, left the boxing community
Born in London, Lennox Lewis moved to Canada at the age of 12 but always felt a strong connection to his British roots. He began his boxing journey by winning Olympic gold as a super-heavyweight at the Seoul Olympics in 1988. Despite early setbacks, including a loss to Tyrell Biggs in ’84, Lewis persevered and
Freddie Mills, born in Bournemouth, Hampshire 105 years ago, was a legendary British boxer known for his tough and relentless fighting style. Despite taking three or four punches to land one, Mills thrilled fans with his skills in the ring. He turned professional in February of 1936 after three amateur fights and worked his way
The boxing world was abuzz when former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis faced off against the rising star Vitali Klitschko on June 21, 2003, at the Staples Centre. Lewis, nearing the end of his career with a record of 40-2-1(31), was coming off a dominant victory over Mike Tyson. On the other hand, Klitschko, with a