by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 26, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Golovkin vs Lemieux is officially on, folks. We repeat: Gennady Golovkin and David Lemieux is on! The 160-pounders – who stand among boxing’s top 5 hardest punchers – will be trading TNT at Madison Square Garden, New York, on October 17th. Promoters...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 25, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
An explosive fight between Junior Featherweights Carl Frampton and Scott Quigg could still be on the table. IBF champ Carl Frampton, who defeated Alejandro Gonzalez last weekend, recently said he’s open to fighting Quigg, and in his backyard to boot. But the...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 24, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Wladimir Klitschko Extends TV Fight Deal Wladimir Klitschko recently revealed he has signed a five fight deal with German network RTL. It’s certainly a bold move from the undisputed Heavyweight champ, especially at 39-years-old. It could also say a thing or two...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 24, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
Cotto vs Alvarez Final Hurdle It’s not a super fight per se, but Cotto vs Alvarez is a darn good match-up for fight fans. And all that remains before finalizing the bout, which would take place at 155 pounds, is to agree on the venue. Of the many options, Las...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 23, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
With Middleweight monster-punchers Gennady Golovkin and David Lemieux looking to land a household name in their next fights, why not fight each other? It sounds like a fight fan’s dream, and according to promoters Oscar De La Hoya and Camille Estephan, a...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jul 23, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
In what seems like a terrible joke, Mosley vs Mayorga II could well be a PPV event costing the public $49.95. What boxing fan in their right mind would pay for this contest is quite the mystery. ‘Battle of the Ages’ would seem an appropriate tag line for...
