by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Feb 12, 2016 | Boxing News & Opinions
We all knew Eubank Jr vs Blackwell was pretty much 100% locked in, but just so you know, it’s now official. One thing you may have noticed is that the original March 5th date has been pushed back to the 26th. A bummer if you’re a diehard Chris Eubank Jr fan, I guess....
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Feb 12, 2016 | Boxing News & Opinions
Kevin Mitchell, arguably one of Britian’s best Lightweight ‘Nearly-Men’ (if that’s a thing) has decided to hang his gloves up for good, calling it a day after a colorful, action-packed career. And who could argue with the Londoner’s decision? Mitchell, 31, who was...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Feb 9, 2016 | Boxing News & Opinions
Luis Ortiz Will Face Tony Thompson With Alexander Dimitrenko pulling out, Heavyweight bruiser Luis Ortiz will now be clashing with veteran Tony Thompson on March 5th. Is this a better or worse fight for our No.6-ranked Ortiz? Well, it’s hard to say – so keep it simple...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Feb 9, 2016 | Boxing News & Opinions
Canelo vs Khan Bigger Than Mayweather vs Pacquiao? Of course not! I was just amusing myself with that headline. But, if you ask Amir Khan, his upcoming May 7th clash with Canelo Alvarez is even bigger. Like, huge. “I believe this fight between Canelo and I is...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Feb 3, 2016 | Fight Highlights
Sergey Kovalev put in a dominating, brutal performance at the weekend, arguably trumping his previous performance in their March 2015 encounter. Jean Pascal was mercifully saved by new trainer Freddie Roach following a hellacious 7th round, and I don’t think many...
