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Two Forces Collide!

This weekend's clash between British Light Middleweight Champion Jamie Moore and challenger Matthew Macklin is probably the most anticipated domestic showdown in the UK for the last decade. Reason being as it's a true 50/50 contest that could go either way. For me, as a fan of boxing, and many others, that is what makes this fight so exciting. The fact that two boxers, who could very well be beaten, are willing to put it to the test, creating what if’s, doubts and maybe’s that capture the imagination of people who love the sport.

We have two truly tough individuals in Macklin and Moore battling it out for British Title glory.

The stage is set for the George Carnall Leisure Centre in Manchester on 29 September. With Macklin’s boxing ability, coupled with devastating power punches and Moore’s all-out aggressive southpaw power-punching style, this is a bout looking to end early...but who will fall?

What makes this contest even more interesting is the personal angle. Both fighters reside in Manchester and know and like each other, but as both camps say, this is business. More...

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Junior "The Hitter" Witter has for many years been regarded as a tainted talent, originating from the world famous Ingle Gym in Sheffield, England. He has on occasion showed the makings of something special but at other times Witter has dwindled, generating bouts of criticism about his career.

Junior started out in 1997 with a draw against Cameron Raeside, but he continued his streak as a skilful fighter, rather than the puncher for which he is now known as, racking up wins mainly by unanimous decision. He got a chance to box for the lightly regarded WBF Light-Welterweight title which went his way when Junior stopped opponent Malcolm Melvin inside two rounds.

As Witter continued to build his respectable career with points wins and a few stoppages, his big chance came when the got the ultimate offer of a shot at the IBF title holder Zab "Super" Judah in 2000. More...

Haye, Hobson, Maccarinelli and Nelson

With such a blank landscape in the heavyweight division above these individuals, the cruisers seem to be livening up with rivalries and points to prove to the world and domestic stage. These four men, David Haye, Mark Hobson, Enzo Maccarinelli and Johnny Nelson have paths that have intertwined and paths that have not; what is ahead for the top four in the country?

David Haye: European Champion

This dazzling star came from great amateur boxing roots, taking a Silver Medal at the Commonwealth Games, and has projected himself into the limelight of the pros with an impressive record that consists of 17 wins, 1 loss, with 16 of those wins coming by way of knockout.

As well as being a very talented individual in the ring, Haye is renowned for being a pretty boy and does not look as though he has even been near the ring. David has always impressed as a boxer with his silky skills and phenomenal power that has left 16 foes unable to continue after their encounter with him. More...

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On Friday night, Sanigar Promotions put on a feast of intriguing bouts for boxing fans at the Whitchurch Sports Centre in Bristol, England. The main attraction for the show is the ever impressive, exciting Lee Haskins, defending his Commonwealth Flyweight Title against former IBO Champion Zolile Mbityi, in front of his hometown fans on a show billed as "2 Fast 2 Furious". As well as having an exciting main bout, the Sanigar's undercard had more talent on offer, such as current British and Commonwealth Middleweight Champion Scott Dann who will be contesting a non title fight, Leigh ! Alliss, who will be gunning for a shot at the British Champion if he could come through his very tough Londoner opponent, Peter Haymer, the English Champion. More...

Don't Miss This Thrilling Card On Sky Sports One, This Friday Starting At 10PM!

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Commonwealth Flyweight Champion Lee Haskins headlines this Friday's Sanigar Promotions bill at the Whitchurch Sports Centre in Bristol and the undefeated local hero will likely have his hands full with the challenge of ex-IBO Champion Zolile Mbityi of South Africa. Mbityi is no stranger to the UK, having tangled on British soil with some

of the top domestic flyweights such as Damaen Kelly, Dale Robinson and Pete Culshaw, but has also gone up against world class opponents such as Alberto Jimenez, Silence Mabuzza, Zolani Petelo and Brahim Asloum. Despite the big step up in opposition, Haskins can't wait to meet his seasoned adversary in the ring and discusses this dangerous title defense along with his bright future, exclusively on SaddoBoxing.com! More...

Promoter Chris Sanigar held a press conference in Bristol, England, yesterday heralding the eagerly awaited return of exciting hometown man, Commonwealth Flyweight Champion Lee Haskins. The lightning fast southpaw will be defending his Commonwealth belt for the first time since winning it in February and will

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face former IBO Champion Zolile Mbityi at the Whitchurch Sports Centre, Bristol, Friday 7 April, televised live on Sky Sports.

There was a calm mood in the press conference area as the boxers and managers entered the room and sat down to discuss the upcoming defence of Haskins' title. As always, Lee Haskins looked calm and confident, and every now and again letting off a cheeky smile. His opponent looked calm and gazed into the press as if they were not even there. Promoter Chris Sanigar announced the fight to be the first defence of Haskins' title with delight of an exciting show. More...