An Enduring Mystery – The Death Of Freddie Mills
It was on this day back in 1965, when British boxing hero, former light-heavyweight champion Freddie Mills … continue
Boxing History
Boxing history articles
Ali Memorabilia Raking In Millions; Colts Owner Shells Out Over $6 Million For “Rumble In The Jungle” Belt
When Muhammad Ali upset the “invincible” George Foreman to sensationally regain the heavyweight crown in the African … continue
On This Day In ’63: Liston Repeats His Destruction Job In Needless Return With Patterson
Talk about a pointless return fight, a strong case against rematch clauses. The time in heavyweight history … continue
The Tragic Case Of Alejandro Lavorante
Argentine heavyweight Alejandro Lavorante was a big (for the time especially) 6’4” heavyweight who shared the ring … continue
Miguel Cotto Happy In Retirement; Zero Chance He Will Ever Come Back
One of the oldest adages in the sport of boxing is, “they always come back.” Well, you … continue
Two Exquisite One-Punch KO’s Were Scored On This Day – One in 1951 and One in 1987
Jersey Joe Walcott and Mike McCallum: two great fighters who had nothing in common with each other, … continue
20 Years Ago: When Heavyweight Great Larry Holmes Boxed Butterbean In His Final Fight
Larry Holmes never could say no to a buck, just like plenty of fighters. Holmes, who gave … continue
75 Years Ago Today: Rocky Graziano Stops Tony Zale In Their Rematch
If the much celebrated (and so rightfully so) middleweight war between Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns is … continue
On This Day: Paul “The Punisher” Williams Defeats Antonio Margarito
Paul Williams, AKA “The Punisher,” really did seem to be on the road to greatness. The tall … continue
On This Day: The Holyfield vs Qawi War
The Greatest Cruiserweight Fight Ever; The Last Great 15 Round Fight By the summer of 1986, the … continue