On This Day In 1988: Iran Barkley Shocks Thomas Hearns, Scores Upset Of Decade

06/06/2022 James Slater

It was 34 years ago today when Iran Barkley won the middleweight title by way of a … continue

Recalling Tommy Hearns’ “Double Knockdown” Fight With Jay Snyder

05/14/2022 James Slater

The ring career of the great Thomas Hearns pretty much had it all: numerous epic super fights, … continue

04/15/2022 James Slater

12 words: Hagler V Hearns. Instantly recognised and acknowledged by all fight fans, be they young, middle-aged … continue

03/20/2022 James Slater

As great as he was – as in super-great – Thomas Hearns never could get past Iran … continue

11/17/2021 James Slater

Fight fans have heard by now: Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez, a fighter who gets as pumped up … continue

10/29/2021 James Slater

Thomas Hearns enjoyed many, many great nights, and as we all know, “The Hitman” gave us many … continue

10/18/2021 James Slater

Earlier this year, we sadly and shockingly lost one of “The Four Kings,” as the truly great … continue

09/15/2021 James Slater

Two great welterweights collided 40 years ago in Las Vegas. It was, quite simply, a fight the … continue

08/02/2021 James Slater

Whether your preference is the “Hitman” moniker or the “Motor City Cobra” handle, we all know how … continue

04/02/2021 James Slater

The latest installment of Mike Tyson’s immensely enjoyable, ‘Hot Boxin’ show is absolutely must-see stuff. The former … continue