Times of India Where is the conflict of interest, asks Akhil KumarTimes of IndiaNEW DELHI: Indian boxing's national observer Akhil Kumar on Friday rejected insinuation of conflict of interest in his appointment, saying that casting aspersions on him is unfair as he is neither a beneficiary of government schemes nor a part of the …and more » More: continued here
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Mary Kom resigns as boxing’s National Observer – The Hindu
The Hindu Mary Kom resigns as boxing's National ObserverThe HinduFive-time world champion M.C Mary Kom has resigned as the National Observer for Indian boxing after Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore made it clear that active sportspersons will not be considered for the position. “I resigned as National …and more » More: continued here
Read More »Hartford boxing academy teaching kids life lessons through boxing – FOX 61
FOX 61 Hartford boxing academy teaching kids life lessons through boxingFOX 61HARTFORD — The grand opening of a new boxing academy took place in the capital city. The brand new home for the Charter Oak Boxing Academy opened Thursday night on Pope Park Highway. Parents and kids can got in on the action but one of the academy's …After 30 …
Read More »DeGale: I’d love to fight on in UK
James DeGale wants to stay on home soil in 2018 and prove he is one of Britain’s, not just London’s, biggest boxing stars. More: continued here
Read More »Hatton: ‘Fast’ Fury losing weight
Tyson Fury has lost weight and is “lightning fast” according to Ricky Hatton, who welcomed the heavyweight into his gym last week. More: continued here
Read More »Amir Khan is still in the jungle!
In Fridays episode (number 6) Amir had to face Vanessa White (of the girl-band ‘The Saturdays’) in a head-to-head battle for the prize of a meal for their team in another bush-tucker trial named ‘Fright House’. Amir had been voted to do the trial by the public – again(!) Inside the building which looked like … The post Amir Khan …
Read More »Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN results: Lamont Roach Jr, Avery … – Bad Left Hook
Bad Left Hook Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN results: Lamont Roach Jr, Avery …Bad Left HookLamont Roach Jr successfully returned home to the Washington, DC area tonight, picking up a win in a 10-round main event on Golden Boy Boxing on ESPN. Roach (16-0, 6 KO) defeated Rey Perez (21-9, 6 KO) of the Philippines by unanimous decision, winning …DC …
Read More »Boxing – Miguel Cotto is ready to step away from boxing on his own … – ESPN
ESPN Boxing – Miguel Cotto is ready to step away from boxing on his own …ESPNSaturday night at Madison Square Garden, future boxing Hall of Famer and six-time world champion Miguel Cotto enters his final professional fight — the 47th of his career — before walking away from boxing on his own terms.Miguel Cotto v Sadam Ali: Billy Joe Saunders …
Read More »Boxing Writers Association of America establishing Christy Martin … – ESPN
ESPN Boxing Writers Association of America establishing Christy Martin …ESPNThe Boxing Writers Association of America have established named the Christy Martin Women's Fighter of the Year award to be presented for the first time in 2018.and more » More: continued here
Read More »After 30 Years, Hartford Youth Boxing Club Finds Home In Parkville – Hartford Courant
Hartford Courant After 30 Years, Hartford Youth Boxing Club Finds Home In ParkvilleHartford CourantThree decades later, Ford is now a deputy chief of police in his hometown, and the president of the boxing academy's board of directors. “It was different back then; every neighborhood had its own boxing gym,” Ford said. “But John started something … More: continued here
Read More »Threats of ‘fire and heat’ but Groves vs. Eubank Jr. is a cold war – ESPN
Boxing News Online Threats of 'fire and heat' but Groves vs. Eubank Jr. is a cold warESPNOn Tuesday, down countless flights of stairs in the luxurious dungeon of The Savoy, a forthcoming world title fight brought together several of the sport's very sharpest tongues. While they have in common intelligence, George Groves and Chris Eubank Jr …Joe Gallagher breaks down …
Read More »Future Of Philly Boxing Will Be Featured Again Friday Night – CBS Philly
CBS Philly Future Of Philly Boxing Will Be Featured Again Friday NightCBS PhillyPHILADELPHIA (CBS) — It appears Christian Carto and Branden Pizarro are becoming household names in the Philadelphia boxing community. Carto, a 20-year-old undefeated bantamweight who is 12-0, with 11 KOs, and Pizzaro, an 18-year-old undefeated junior … More: continued here
Read More »Christy Martin Women’s Fighter of the Year award created – ESPN
ESPN Christy Martin Women's Fighter of the Year award createdESPNThe Boxing Writers Association of America has given out a fighter of the year award as part of its annual awards for decades. It will continue to carry on that tradition but the organization has announced that it will begin giving out a women's fighter …and more » More: continued here
Read More »Miguel Cotto happy to end Hall of Fame boxing career on own terms – ESPN
WBN – World Boxing News Miguel Cotto happy to end Hall of Fame boxing career on own termsESPNHe'll strap on his boxing gear, warm up, and then make the walk to the ring for a prize fight in which he will do battle with the same passion he always has. Cotto, who took up boxing at age 11 to lose …
Read More »Dana White to discuss Zuffa Boxing with industry heads, interested … – Bloody Elbow
Bloody Elbow Dana White to discuss Zuffa Boxing with industry heads, interested …Bloody ElbowDana White will be meeting with boxing's movers and shakers, with the exception of Oscar De La Hoya and Bob Arum.UFC's Dana White Would Love To Work With Anthony Joshua …BoxingScene.comDana White Outlines His Boxing Plans, Refuses to Work with Arum …MMA Newsall 5 news articles » More: …
Read More »Mark Wright shows off beefed up gym body as he steps out of boxing session… while sister Jess flashes her toned … – Daily Mail
Mark Wright shows off beefed up gym body as he steps out of boxing session… while sister Jess flashes her toned …Daily MailHe recently relocated to Los Angeles to make his big break as a host for the US entertainment show Extra. And now Mark Wright, 30, has been spotted leaving the world famous Wild Card gym after yet another …
Read More »Nothing but respect between Errol Spence Jr. and Lamont Peterson – ESPN
BoxingScene.com Nothing but respect between Errol Spence Jr. and Lamont PetersonESPNThere was no trash talk or cursing, no pushing or shoving and no nonsense. Welterweight world titlist Errol Spence Jr. and former titleholder Lamont Peterson, friends for several years, have no interest in such foolishness. So when they met on …Photos: Errol Spence, Lamont Peterson – Face To Face in …
Read More »Poughkeepsie’s Crowder competes in boxing nationals, seeks pro career – Poughkeepsie Journal
Poughkeepsie Journal Poughkeepsie's Crowder competes in boxing nationals, seeks pro careerPoughkeepsie JournalDominique Crowder admitted to being anxious. The Poughkeepsie boxer said that he can't wait to get through the next week so he can, hopefully, regain a level of normalcy. Crowder has spent the last few months preparing intensely for an upcoming … More: continued here
Read More »Arum not interested in Manny Pacquiao-Conor McGregor: ‘He can’t spell fight’ – CBSSports.com
CBSSports.com Arum not interested in Manny Pacquiao-Conor McGregor: 'He can't spell fight'CBSSports.comDespite the fight being sold as an unabashed circus spectacle, it finished second behind 2015's Mayweather-Pacquiao for the biggest live gate and most pay-per-views sold in boxing history. From Arum's perspective, Pacquaio-McGregor would be even less …and more » More: continued here
Read More »Ankushita wins the ‘Best Boxer’ title in World Youth Women’s Boxing – Easterneye (press release)
Easterneye (press release) Ankushita wins the 'Best Boxer' title in World Youth Women's BoxingEasterneye (press release)Ankushita Boro 17-year-old girl from Assam won The Best Boxer title in World Youth Women's Boxing Championship held in Guwahati. Ankushita Boro sealed the fifth gold with her bout against Russia's Ekaterina Dynnik in the 64kg final. To which she …and more » More: continued here
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