by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 13, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Hughie Fury Faces Esequiel Zarate Nov 14 Hughie Fury, lil’ cousin of even bigger Tyson Fury, will be returning to action tomorrow night on the undercard of Nick Blackwell’s British title defense against Jack Arnfield. This fight appeared out of nowhere, so this news...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 13, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Unbeaten Jimmy Kelly Faces Liam Smith in November In October, Liam Smith demolished a highly capable John Thompson inside 7 rounds. When the fight ended, with Thompson spread-eagle, face down on the canvas, serious boxing heads suddenly began to sit up and take Smith...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 13, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
OK, let’s make this quick, cos you know, it’s a little tedious (depending on what tickles your interest, I guess). Adrien Broner recently said he was fond of figurative big brother, Floyd Mayweather, but not so keen on Al Haymon/PBC. Then Mayweather responded, stating...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 13, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Fans of Miguel Cotto may be saddened to hear the Puerto Rican star will be hanging up his gloves this time next year. But chin up, Cotto followers, the 34-year-old’s mega match-up with Canelo Alvarez will be unfolding in just over a week, and by the looks of the Tale...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 10, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Mayweather Dismisses Pacquiao Sequel Rumors And I’m rather pleased that’s the case, to be honest. Yes, Floyd Mayweather, who beat Manny Pacquiao via Unanimous Decision back in May, continues to deny a rematch is in negotiations. Despite Pacquiao and a bunch of rumors...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Nov 5, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Matchroom Boxing is well known for producing some of British boxing’s most memorable nights, and Smith vs Fielding looks to be well worth the wait. Here’s five reasons why you should blow off any Saturday night plans you may already have and tune in to Sky Sports. 1....