R.I.P Ernesto Marcel – The Former WBA Featherweight Champion Passes Away At Age 72
In sad news, it has been reported how former WBA featherweight champion Ernesto Marcel passed away yesterday, … continue
Boxing History
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Wladimir Klitschko, The First Man To Stop The Tougher Than Tough Ray Mercer
“He might have the strongest chin in the world,” Wladimir Klitschko speaking after his 2002 fight with … continue
50 Years Ago Today – Sonny Liston Wins His Final Fight (In The Ring)
Former heavyweight champion Charles “Sonny” Liston was officially 38 years old. Chuck Wepner, AKA “The Bayonne Bleeder,” … continue
6 years ago today Crawford beats Gamboa
Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford is a household name these days, well for anyone who has half an ounce … continue
Today In 1979 – “The Greatest” Announced His Retirement; If Only Ali Had Made It Stick
Today in 1979, Muhammad Ali, who had made boxing history in his previous fight when he had … continue
On This Day – Roberto Duran Stops Ken Buchanan To Win His First World Title
Right now, the great Roberto Duran is being treated in hospital for the coronavirus. There was a … continue
Joey Maxim Vs. Sugar Ray Robinson – When Evil Heat And A Rock Chin Stopped The Greatest Ever
Sugar Ray Robinson’s lofty place in boxing lore was as cemented as the chin of his former … continue
125 Years Ago – The Great Jack Dempsey Is Born In Manassa
One of the true fistic greats, William Harrison Dempsey, better known as Jack Dempsey, was born 125 … continue
On This Day In 2001 – A Superstar Is Born As Manny Has His First Fight In America
June 23, 2001 – The MGM Grand in Las Vegas. On this day 19 years ago, a … continue
The Rise and Demise of Edwin Valero
Many people complain of a hard upbringing, most claim these arduous beginnings can make or break you. … continue