NEW YORK–It was upset city in New York as DeMarcus Corley (38-10-1, 22 KOs) shocked the previously undefeated Gabriel Bracero (18-1, 3 KOs) in the main event of “Broadway Boxing” promoted by Lou Dibella. The fight was for the NABF Super Lightweight title. Corley, who is 37 years young and coming off of a six match losing streak was not expected to win the fight. Bracero’s handlers felt that Corley’s experience and elusiveness would give him trouble, but not THIS much trouble. From the outset, Corley was in control of the ring. He was, as always, fighting defensively, but surprisingly was the one coming forward; something that Bracero shouldn’t have allowed. In the second round, a straight left hand landed flush on Bracero’s face, opening up a cut that began to squirt blood. The referee had the ringside doctor look at it immediately, but the doctor ruled that he was safe to continue. Corley smelled blood. In an exchange, corley landed with a more crisp combination, finishing up with a picture perfect right hook that landed right on Bracero’s chin. Bracero was down and looked very hurt. He somehow beat the count and was able to get out of the round.
Pawel Wolak retires
Junior Middleweight contender, Pawel Wolak has decided to call it quits after thirty two professional fights. On his facebook page, Wolak stated, “I am at peace with my decision to retire from boxing. I left it all in the ring and I have absolutely no regrets. I got to do what most people will never be able to and I couldn’t be more proud to have been part of the best sport in the world.”
Donaire shuts out Narvaez
NEW YORK–Nonito Donaire always dreamed of fighting at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Tonight, his dream came true when he faced Omar Navarez. Donaire sported a record of 26-1, 18 KO’s and weighed in at 116 1/4lbs, while Omar Navarez had a record of 35-0-2, 19 KO’s amd weighed in at an even 117lbs.
Pappas and Medina battle to draw in the Bronx
By Arben Paloka (ringside)
Thursday night was the most recent installment of Joe Deguardia’s Star Boxing recurring show billed, “Punchin’ at the Paradise” at the Paradise Theater in the Bronx, NY. While this event featured some lesser known names, the fighters made up for it with high octane action throughout.
Don’t Call it a Comeback
Eight months ago, Paul “The Punisher” Williams walked towards the ring at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ. Standing in the middle of the ring waiting for him was another threat to his rise to stardom, Sergio Martinez. Williams had already defeated Martinez in a closely contest twelve round slugfest that was already hailed by many as the fight of the year. As a featured fighter among HBO’s heavy stable of boxers, he was en route to lucrative pay per view showdowns and rumored to be in talks with the sport’s elite.
Wright defeats Ruiz in a thriller in New York
NEW YORK, NY–It was glitz and glamor in New York city, as WCMG events paired up with Salita Promotions to host a night of boxing at the Roseland Ballroom. The popular Mike Ruiz (12-4, 1 KO, 146lbs) was slated to face off against Martin Wright (8-1-2, 1 KO, 146lbs) for the New York State welterweight title.
Pedraza bombs out Page
At the BB Kings Blues Club in Times Square, NY, Jose Pedraza, a fighter with one professional fight under his belt, headlined a Broadway Boxing card. The Broadway Boxing series has played a part in producing most of New York’s top boxers. His being showcased as the main event so early in his career brought about some criticism from people who have yet to see Pedraza.
Bracero wins main event; Fortuna steals show at Broadway Boxing
Gabriel Bracero scored an eight round unanimous decision over Hector Alatorre in a Jr. Welterweight bout that was the main event at BB Kings in Times Square, but it was undefeated Jr. Lightweight Javier Fortuna stole the show with his explosive first round knockout over Victor Valenzuela sent chills throughout the venue.
Bracero decisions Buterbaugh to highlight Broadway Boxing
Gabriel Bracero pounded out an eight round unanimous decision over Terry Buterbaugh in a jR. Welterweight bout that highlighted an entertaining night of boxing at BB Kings restaurant in Times Square in the heart of New York City.
WEIGHTS FROM NEW YORK CITY
Yuri Foreman 154 – Miguel Cotto 153.5
Joe Greene 151.5 – Vanes Martirosyan 153 1/4
Briggs smashes Alexander in less than a minute
At the Capitale New York ballroom in the SoHo district of Manhattan a night of rugged boxing was expected in a luxurious venue. Shannon Briggs (49-5-1, 29 KO’s; 268lbs) headlined the event as he expected to take another step towards regaining the heavyweight crown he once held.
Broner stops Lora in The Bronx
Boxing returned to The Paradise Theater in the Bronx, New York with a co-promotion between Golden Boy Promotions and Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing that was televised on Telefuture
Adamek decisions Estrada in front of packed house in Newark
Tomasz Adamek is originally from Poland, but when he fights thousands of miles away at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, he is right at home. 10,123 screaming Polish fans packed the arena last night for his second fight at heavyweight and chanted non stop from the moment they entered the building; and they sure had a lot to cheer for.
Dawson decisions Johnson for a second time
The main event of a card from the XL Center in Hartford showcased Chad Dawson in his hometown against Glencoffe Johnson, who is certainly no stranger to fighting on the road. The
bout was for the WBC interim light heavyweight title, but is recognized as
a fight between the two best light heavyweights in the world.
George takes out Ballogou on one
In the newest installment of Dibella Entertainment’s Broadway Boxing series, Shaun George was slated to face the tough test of Jaffa Ballogou. George was coming off of his career best victory when he stopped former Heavyweight titleholder, Chris Byrd. Ballogou, meanwhile, was hoping to make a strong showing after a disappointing loss to Daniel Judah.
KLITSCHKO STOPS RAHMAN IN SEVEN!!!
Wladimir Klitschko began his fight against Hasim Rahman hoping to continue to establish himself as the best heavyweight in the world. Both fighters began the fight establishing their jabs. Rahman, shooting his down to the body, while Klitschko kept his up top. Klitschko threw with power early, first landing a strong left hook, and then throwing a right hand that forced Rahman backwards.
Clinton Woods vs. Elvir Muriqi pushed back to February 14th
“It’s been pushed back to February 14th,” stated Chelo Betancourt, head
trainer to Elvir Muriqi, in regards to Muriqi’s IBF eliminator against
Clinton Woods. The bout was originally scheduled for January 31st.
AUDIO: STEVE “USS” CUNNINGHAM
Listen to IBF Cruiserweight champion, Steve “USS” Cunningham talk about his title defense against Tomasz Adamek that takes place Thursday night on Versus at 8pm eastern
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Big Upsets and Big Knockouts on a Big Night at the Big Apple
Jorge Teron vs. Aldo Valtierra
Jorge Teron entered the ring eyeing a victory over Aldo Valtierra. Valtierra was winless in his last four bouts, but was keen on using his crafty veteran abilities to score an upset. The bout started smoothly for Teron. He had a big height advantage over his opponent, and was able to throw in bunches. His straight right was the weapon of choice early in the bout; a punch that is still being perfected by his trainer, Mark Breland. Valtierra seemed to be on his way to a loss, but was able to regroup in the middle rounds as Teron began to slow down his output a bit.
Yuriokis Gamboa vs. Elio Rojas?
Cuban amateur star, Yuriokis Gamboa and his team are going through
negotiations to face another former amateur star Elio Rojas, a source
close to the negotiations tells 15rounds.com. The fighters seem fine
with their purses, but small details are being negotiated.
Clinton Woods vs. Elvir Muriqi on January 31st in England
Clinton Woods and Elvir Muriqi have signed to fight in England in an IBF light heavyweight eliminator.
De La Hoya vs. Pacquiao – Side by Side
As the mega-fight between Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao and “The Golden Boy” Oscar De La Hoya is upon us, many of us are still pondering who would actually win. The small windmill that is Pacquiao, or the calculated boxer that is De La Hoya? 15rounds.com’s very own Joon Lee and Arben Paloka break down four key factors that will play a big role in the fight, and pick sides as to who will overcome. Joon Lee has sided with De La Hoya, while Arben Paloka has sided with Pacquiao.
This intense breakdown of what to expect will most definitely make you the center of your fight party, and might also help you decide on a winner as well!
Arnoutis defeats Ankrah in New York
Jr. welterweight contender “Mighty” Mike Arnaoutis (21-2, 10 KOs) took on durable journeyman Ben Ankrah (11-8, 3 KOs) in a ten round bout. Arnaoutis was originally slated to face Juan Valenzuela, but after a falling out, Ankrah stepped in.
Bailey decision Corley at BB Kings in New York
“B.B. Kings” is a venue in New York that showcases music that is often considered “oldies, but goodies.” Last night, at that venue, the main event featured two fighters that are oldies, but goodies, and they put on a good performance. It was Randall Bailey in the ring against Demarcus Corley in a rematch of their 2003 encounter in which Corley won a WBO title defense by unanimous decision. Since then, things have changed. Corley is no longer a champion and coming off of five straight losses while Bailey is coming into the fight with a two fight win streak (Both stoppages), and one controversial decision loss. In losing, Bailey put himself back on the map of formidable Jr. Welterweight fighters.
VIDEO: PAVLIK – HOPKINS COMPLETE WEIGH IN
Watch the weigh-in of the complete card that was highlighted by an awesome staredown between Kelly Pavlik & Bernard Hopkins
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EARLY RESULTS FROM ATLANTIC CITY
Yuri Foreman (25-0, 8 KO’s) vs. Vinroy Barrett (22-6, 11 KO’s)
Junior Middleweights
The undefeated Junior Middleweight from New York, Yuri Foreman (155lbs), faced “Contender” alum, Vinroy Barrett (22-6, 11 KO’s) in a bout scheduled for ten rounds. The bout opened up slowly with both fighters establishing their jabs and distance for counterpunching. Neither fighter is known for being very aggressive, so a knockout is not expected from most at ringside. Foreman, who uses the ring very well, began shooting jabs and hooks to the body, hoping to slow down Barrett for later in the fight.
Benjy Esteves named Pavlik-Hopkins Referee
Richard Schaeffer and representatives of the Kelly Pavlik vs. Bernard Hopkins fight have come forward and announced that they have made a change to the referee for Saturday Night’s featured attraction.
VIDEO: GOTHAM BOXING PRESS CONFERENCE
Gotham Boxing press Conference announcing a big card that will take place on November 21st at Roseland Ballroom in New York City that will feature John Duddy, Peter Quilin, Jorge Teron & Pawel Wolak
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Shea returns to take care of Cleffman
Last night, Maureen Shea proved two things to the boxing world. First, she was still a force to be reckoned amongst the top female fighters in the world, and secondly, she is probably the top draw of any local New York fighter.