Yonnhy Perez scored a hard fought unanimous decision to win the IBF Bantamweight title from Joseph Agbeko and Treasure Island hotel and Resort in Las Vegas.
Campeón Azteca: Valle vs. Colin
October 31, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Last Saturday, the seventh episode of Campeón Azteca aired in the United States on Azteca America. The final first round bout of the lightweight tournament matched Ivan Valle (27-8-1, 23 KOs) of Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico against Enrique Colin (29-4-3, 24 KOs) of Guasave, Sinaloa over six scheduled rounds. Their bout was taped October October 20th at the Restaurante Arroyo in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.
SUPERHEROES BATMAN AND PACMAN CREATE HALLOWEEN HAVOC FOR COTTO!
October 31, 2009 By Leave a Comment
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. (Halloween 2009) — Millionaire playboy Freddie Roach and mild-mannered politician Manny Pacquiao revealed their secret identities at the Wild Card Boxing Club in Hollywood today! Now the whole world knows that Roach and Pacquiao are really the dynamic duo of Batman and Pacman, boxing’s true superheroes!
Camacho Jr. Avenges Father’s Draw, Vargas May Be Next
October 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Hector Camacho Jr. defended the family name on Friday night, scoring a ten-round split decision over grizzled former champion Yory Boy Campas in the main event of a pay-per-view telecast emanating from the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas. Campas had fought Hector Camacho Sr. to a disputed draw this past May.
POWER PRODUCTIONS BOXING RINGSIDE PRESENTS “TURF WAR: THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE” ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 11TH AT THE ARENA IN SOUTH PHILADELPHIA
October 30, 2009 By 1 Comment
PHILADELPHIA (OCTOBER 30, 2009)—It will be a sensational night of boxing on Friday night December 11th as Greg Robinson’s Power Productions Boxing Ringside presents a night of boxing featuring some of the best local talent in the area that will be headlined by local return of one of the top heavyweights in the world in Chazz Witherspoon.
Campeón Azteca: Lopez vs. Ruiz
October 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Last week, the sixth episode of Campeón Azteca aired in the United States on Azteca America. The third bout of the featherweight tournament matched Cristian Lopez (14-0-1, 13 KOs) of Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico against Daniel Ruiz (16-1, 11 KOs) of Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico over six scheduled rounds. Their bout was taped October 6th at the Restaurante Arroyo in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.
Pacquiao to test credentials for crossover stardom
October 29, 2009 By 2 Comments
Muhammad Ali had it. Ken Norton did not. Sugar Ray Leonard had it. Thomas Hearns did not. Mike Tyson had it. Lennox Lewis did not. Oscar De La Hoya had it. Pernell Whitaker did not. Manny Pacquiao?
ANNUAL CHILDRENS HOLIDAY SHOW TO TAKE PLACE ON DECEMBER 4TH AT THE LEGENDARY BLUE HORIZON
October 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
PHILADELPHIA (October 30, 2009)—On Friday night December 4th, it will be a special night at The Legendary Blue Horizon as Steve Upsher Chambers will look to continue his climb up the Jr. Welterweight division as he headlines the annual “Children’s Holiday Show” boxing card at the famous boxing venue.
Q & A with Joseph “King Kong” Agbeko
October 29, 2009 By 1 Comment
On Saturday in Las Vegas Joseph “King Kong” Agbeko 27-1(22) will make the third defence of his IBF Bantamweight title against mandatory challenger Yonnhy Perez in the main event on Showtime. He won the crown back in 2007 when he beat Luis Alberto Perez for the title with an eye opening seventh round win. He didn’t fight then until the end of 2008 when as co feature to Adamek-Cunningham he retained his title in a barn burner against William Gonzalez. The big opportunity for Agbeko 29, came when he was matched with Vic Darchinyan back in July and though he was the underdog he showed tremendous grit and won a fan friendly decision. Here’s what Agbeko had to say from his suite in Treasure Island.
Yonnhy Perez: One Win Away from Becoming a Breakout Star
October 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
One of the great things about boxing is that you never know from where the next great fighter will emerge. In many of today’s mainstream sports, “the next big thing” has been hyped since they laced up their cleats or athletic shoes for their high school. In boxing, a poor kid that barely owned a pair of shoes as a fifteen-year-old can become star with a ton of hard work and a few breaks. On Saturday night, Yonnhy Perez, who was joining the army in his native Colombia at an age when most teens are planning for their senior year, has a chance to make it big should he get past respected IBF Bantamweight Champion Joseph Agbeko in a bout televised nationwide by Showtime.
Tamara challenges Viloria for IBF title December 5!
October 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Manager Nelson Fernandez informed 15rounds.com that North Bergen, NJ based Junior Flyweight contender Carlos Tamara, 19-4 (13 KO’s), will challenge IBF champion Brian Viloria, on December 5. Tamara, who was recently put back into the world rankings as the number 8 contender after surprisingly being dropped, is filling in for Omar Nino.
Q & A with Tony Jeffries
October 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
One of Britain’s most talented, exciting up and coming boxers Tony “Jaffa” Jeffries took time out of his hectic schedule to update us on his activities. When we last spoke Jeffries was fielding promotional offers to turn pro before ultimately signing with Frank Maloney who’s guided him to 4-0(3). It’s been a busy year for Jeffries whose four fights have all taken place in hometown of Sunderland where he’s incredibly popular. Here’s what the 2008 Olympic bronze medallist had to say.
PROJECT P.I.N.K. LANDS IN JUPITER
October 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Jupiter, Florida (October 22, 2009) – Former WBC and IBO heavyweight boxing champion Pinklon Thomas formally launched Project P.I.N.K. (Pride In Neighborhood Kids) with an appearance at the Jupiter Boxing Club in Jupiter, FL.
Rossy steps in to take on Arreola
October 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
15Rounds.com has been informed that Derric Rossy (22-2, 12 KO’s) is most likely to step in and face Chris Arreola (27-1, 24 KO’s) on the Dec 5th HBO card. The fight will be listed as the co-main event to P4P fighter Paul Williams (37-1, 27 KO’s) and an opponent to be named at a later time. The Arreola/Rossy fight isn’t set in stone, but is very close to being complete. Arreola looks to rebound after his gritty loss to WBC champ Vitali Klitschko (38-2, 37 KO’s) this past September, where Arreola’s corner stopped the fight after the 10th round. Rossy hopes to follow up his biggest win to date with another good performance, recently beating former world title challenger Carl Davis Drummond (26-2, 20 KO’s) via a unanimous decision on ESPN. The winner of this fight would stay right in line for a title shot in the very near future.
“You dont need to look for Rhodes”
October 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
On Friday in Bolton, England Ryan Rhodes 43-4(29) a heavy underdog upset the Jamie Moore apple cart and won not only the European Light Middleweight title but a WBC eliminator. That crown is currently held by Argentinean Sergio “Marvilla” Martinez 44-1-2(24) who has said “You don’t need to look too far for me, I’m always ready to defend my title” He even states that he’ll happily come to England for the fight. Fed up with Moore previously talking about challenging him he would go on “There is no need to talk too much, your just one phone call from a title fight. Just call (my promoter Lou) DiBella”
AUL PINZON REPLACES INJURED RICHARD GUTIERREZ AGAINST UNBEATEN MIKE JONES NOV. 7 AT BALLY’S ATLANTIC CITY–FIGHT TO BE AIRED ON GFL
October 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ—Hard-hitting Raul Pinzon, of Miami via Colombia, steps in for the injured Richard Gutierrez and will challenge unbeaten Mike Jones, of North Philadelphia, for Jones’ North American Boxing Association (NABA) welterweight title in the scheduled 10-round main event Saturday evening, Nov. 7, at Bally’s Atlantic City. The seven-bout card, which begins at 7.30 pm, will be televised live by www.gofightlive.tv. Gutierrez injured his back last Thursday (Oct. 22) during a sparring session in Miami and when it did not respond to treatment by Saturday, he was forced to withdraw, according to manager Luis DeCubas, Jr.
Q & A with Derry “The Golden Boy” Matthews
October 27, 2009 By 1 Comment
Having turned pro at the beginning of 2003 having won the 2002 ABA title the sky seemed the limit for Liverpool’s Derry “The Golden Boy” Mathews. However after winning the British Featherweight title & WBU title in 2006 things haven’t gone so well in fact they’ve been pretty abysmal of late and his career has dipped to 21-3(11) with those 3 loses coming in his last 4 outings. Mathews is only 26 and was released from his contract with Hayemaker and has recently signed with Hatton promotions where he’ll make his return to action against Scott Lawton 26-5-1(5) on 13 November. He hasn’t been given an easy start by his new promoters either. Lawton has fought Amir Khan, John Murray & Jon Thaxton, though they all stopped him. A win over Lawton would propel Mathews back into the title action domestically. Here’s what Mathews had to say.
WORLD CHAMPION ANA “THE HURRICANE” JULATON (5-1-1, 1 KO’s) * *RETURNS TO AMERICAN METAL & IRON FIGHT NIGHT AT THE TANK * *TO TAKE ON DONNA BIGGERS (19-8-1, 16 KO’s)FOR WBO SUPER BANTAMWEIGHT WORLD TITLE
October 26, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Professional Boxing Series Continues at HP Pavilion at San Jose, Friday,
December 4 at 7:30 P.M. San Jose, CA– Silicon Valley Sports &
Entertainment (SVS&E) and Roy Englebrecht Events have announced that
American Metal & Iron Fight Night at the Tank continues professional boxing
action at HP Pavilion at San Jose on Friday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Featured in the evening’s main event will be Ana “The Hurricane”
Julaton(5-1-1, 1 KO’s) of Daly City, Calif. who will be taking on
Donna “Nature Girl” Biggers (19-8-1, 16 KO’s) of Boiling Springs, South Carolina
for the WBO Super Bantamweight World Title. The bout is scheduled for 10
Rounds. In the evening’s semi-main event, American Metal & Iron Fight
Night at the Tank veteran Eloy Perez (14-0-2, 3 KO’s) of Salinas will face
San Jose’s own Arturo Quintero (15-4, 9 KO’s) for the NABO Jr. Lightweight
Title. In addition, the December 4 edition of American Metal & Iron Fight
Night at the Tank will feature three additional bouts featuring fighters
from around the Bay Area. A complete fight card is attached.
Partial Proceeds of Tickets purchased through the *Ana Julaton Link* will be
donated to the *Typhoon Relief Efforts.* Individual tickets to American
Metal & Iron Fight Night at the Tank online at
www.fightnightatthetank.com/anajulaton.asp or charge by phone (408)
999-5841.
Q & A with Milan Melindo
October 26, 2009 By 3 Comments
The top prospect currently in Boxing’s smallest weight class is Filipino Milan Melindo 19-0(5). Melindo is just 21 and already holds a win over former World champion Mohammed Rachman who was vastly more experienced but Melindo still won a unanimous decision. He trains with one of the current Strawweight world champions WBO ruler Donnie Nietes at the famed ALA gym other gym mates include Z Gorres, Mark Melligan, & A J Banal. While The Strawweight division doesn’t get much attention it still produces good pro and Melindo may one day be the best Strawweight in the world.
Showing “negativity”
October 25, 2009 By 1 Comment
In covering the Froch-Dirrell fight that composed half Showtime’s kickoff of the “Super Six” tournament two Saturdays ago, British sportswriters loved the term “negativity” for describing Andre Dirrell’s fighting style. A contextual definition of negativity might go: Any tactic a prizefighter employs that does not bring him closer to an opponent’s unconsciousness.
Analyzing the Bantamweight ratings
October 25, 2009 By 2 Comments
One of Boxing’s toughest division’s has to currently be the Bantamweight class. The guys weigh just 8 stone 6 pounds or if you prefer 118 pounds. Through out history some very good fighters have earnt a living here and made very good names for themselves including greats like Eder Jofre, Panama Al Brown, Manuel Ortiz, Fighting Harada & Carlos Zarate who arguably engaged in the biggest ever fight at 118 when he fought Alfonso Zamora they met in 1977 with both men at the height of there power holding world titles & had pristine 45-0(44) & 29-0(29) records respectively (Imagine the hype that sort of fight would get these days). While it doesn’t garner too much attention from TV in America or Europe, the calibre of its residents is none the less pretty strong. They get far more coverage in Asia or South America but pop up just often enough in America or Europe to remind us what where missing. Recently when Panama’s Anselmo Moreno defended his crown twice in a six week stretch in France & Germany. Ghana’s Joseph Agbeko fought in a summer sizzler with Vic Darchinyan that was aired live as the main event on Showtime. Here’s a close look at how 5 of the leading websites or magazines around the world view the current crop of Bantamweights.
Cintrón and Oquendo score stoppage wins in Puerto Rico
October 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
San Juan, P.R.- Former welterweight belt holder Kermit “The Killer” Cintrón (32-2-1 28KO’s) of Reading, Pennsylvania forced Brazilian Juliano Ramos (15-3 12KO’s) fighting out of Vero Beach, Florida to remain on his stool after the fourth round. The bout was set at a catch weight of 150lbs. and scheduled for ten rounds.
Cariaso Thrills Richmond, Knocks Out Velasco
October 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In the mixed martial arts main event of a three-sport card, Chris Cariaso looked like a rising star as he knocked out Rolando Velasco to claim the IKF Bantamweight Championship at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium in Richmond, California on Saturday night.
Chris John Hospitalized with Dengue Fever
October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
According to Dan Rafael of espn.com, WBA Featherweight champion Chris John is in the hospital in his native Indonesia with Dengue Fever.
Ready to Rumble in Richmond
October 24, 2009 By 1 Comment
The San Francisco Bay Area fight fan has the opportunity to witness three different fight sports on the same bill tonight at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium in Richmond, California. In the mixed martial arts main event, former PFC Bantamweight Champion Rolando Velasco will take on Chris Cariaso for the ISCF Bantamweight title. In addition to MMA, professional boxing and amateur Muay Thai bouts will make up the eleven-fight card dubbed the “Rumble in Richmond.” Fighters weighed in Friday evening at the same venue where they will clash tonight.
Hernandez decisions Frias
October 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Freddy Hernandez used a nice body assault to score a ten round unanimous decision over Damian Frias in a Welterweight bout at the Laredo Events Center in Laredo, Texas.
Truax-Daniels IBA Title Fight Headlines November 20!
October 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
St. Paul, MN – Unbeaten Super Middleweight “Golden” Caleb Truax will vie for his first title Friday November 20 against former world champion Carl Daniels in the main event of Seconds Out Promotions’ “The Golden Era” live from the St. Paul Armory.