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
Boxing History
Boxing history articles
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
Ray Mercer Vs. Bert Cooper – “The Thrilla In Manila Of The 1990s”
This August sees the 30th anniversary of one of the most unexpectedly thrilling, tough and punishing heavyweight … continue
Mike Tyson Takes Another Look At A Dream Fight With Ali – “Ain’t Nobody Knocking Him Out”
It has been discussed, debated and fiercely argued about for years: who would win a Muhammad Ali … continue
New Lennox Lewis Documentary On The Way: This Is A Story That Needed To Be Told
We have a Mike Tyson movie coming soon, with Jamie Foxx portraying “Iron Mike,” and there is … continue
Barry McGuigan Calls Hagler The Greatest Middleweight Ever; Would’ve Beaten Robinson, Monzon
Barry McGuigan, writing in his regular boxing column for The Mirror, makes his case for Marvelous Marvin … continue
Trevor Berbick And John Tate – Two Fighters Bonded By Tragedy
Of course everyone remembers the absolutely superb, great fight between Roberto Duran and Sugar Ray Leonard; their … continue
Trainer Teddy Atlas Was Once On A Collision Course With Canadian Boxer Donny Lalonde
The wild tumultuous life of boxing trainer Teddy Atlas is recounted with brutal honesty in his 2006 … continue
Thrilling Warrior Derrick Jefferson: An Appreciation
Detroit warrior Derrick Jefferson won perhaps his biggest fight earlier this year. It was back in March … continue
Showtime’s Bobby Czyz Recalls “The Bite Fight”
It was 23 years ago this month (June 28) when it happened. With many millions watching, a … continue