There were fireworks, courtesy of the newly opened Mirage casino and hotel in Las Vegas, but none were on display in the ring. It was … read more “On This Day: When The ‘Four Kings’ Rivalry Ended In Disappointment With Leonard-Duran III”
Fight fans have heard by now: Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez, a fighter who gets as pumped up by making history as he does by winning … read more “Boxing’s Five-Weight Kings: Leonard, Hearns, Mayweather, De La Hoya, Pacquiao… Canelo Alvarez?”
Two great welterweights collided 40 years ago in Las Vegas. It was, quite simply, a fight the whole world watched. And celebrated. And still celebrate. … read more “Exclusive Interview: Thomas Hearns Speaks On The Sugar Ray Leonard Classic”
The great Sugar Ray Leonard had a truly special year in 1981. 40 years ago, the world saw the peak Sugar Ray – this a … read more “Sugar Ray Leonard In 1981: An Unstoppable Fighting Machine”
A subject that is delved into and celebrated by the superb new documentary, “The Kings,” the decade-long rivalry “The Four Kings” – Sugar Ray Leonard, … read more “Leonard-Hearns II: The Last Great Fight From “The Four Kings” Rivalry”
The great Sugar Ray Leonard, for many fans and experts the greatest living fighter, turns 65 today. A superb welterweight, Leonard’s combination of skill, guile … read more “The Great Sugar Ray Leonard Turns 65”
Each and every year at this time – April, 6 – fight fans from all over the world engage in the ritual of re-watching the … read more “It’s Anniversary Time Again: Leonard – Hagler”
The latest installment of Mike Tyson’s immensely enjoyable, ‘Hot Boxin’ show is absolutely must-see stuff. The former heavyweight champ, relaxed, with joint in hand, is … read more “Latest Episode Of Mike Tyson’s ‘Hot Boxin’ Really A Must-See – Leonard, Hearns, Mosley In The Studio”
Exclusive interview by James Slater: Former WBC cruiserweight champ Alfonzo Ratliff recently celebrated his 65th birthday and the warrior from Chicago is grateful to God … read more “Chatting With Former WBC Cruiserweight Champ Alfonzo Ratliff: Hagler Was My Idol, No Way Did Leonard Beat Him!”
The Sugar Ray Leonard Vs. Roberto Duran rematch indeed took place a whole four decades ago today. Even now, though, fight fans the world over … read more ““No Mas” – Still The Two Most Infamous Words In Boxing History”