by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 18, 2015 | Analysis, Previews, Predictions, Tale of the Tapes
Calling this fight is going to be extremely tough. One day I’m backing Miguel Cotto, the next Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. And right now, I’m not even sure how I’m going to call it. So while I make my mind up, let’s take a look at the strengths and weaknesses of...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 18, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
The internet can be a hotbed of ridicule and ugliness at the very best of times, as Ronda Rousey knows far too well after being crushed by Holly Holm at the weekend. But Floyd Mayweather has decided to rise above all the ‘hate’ by rushing to Rousey’s defense instead,...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 18, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Frampton vs Quigg is one of those match-ups that is splitting public opinion right down the middle. But Carl Frampton isn’t one who subscribes to that notion, only seeing one man taking home the IBF and WBA ‘Super’ titles on January 30th, 2016. As it stands, Quigg is...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 17, 2015 | Analysis, Previews, Predictions, Tale of the Tapes
This weekend at the Manchester Arena, England, Anthony Crolla will be looking to settle the score against WBA Lightweight champion, Darleys Perez. Following the pairs’ absorbing first encounter back in July, fight fans can expect just as much drama in this...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 17, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Gold medalist and newly crowned IBF champ James DeGale has never been a man short of confidence. The 29-year-old has assured that once he’s dealt with Canada’s former champ Lucian Bute on November 28th, he’ll be ready to take on even greater challenges. And that...
