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Cotto retires after Ali loss

Miguel Cotto bowed out of boxing in New York City, losing his WBO light-middleweight title to Sadam Ali at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. More: continued here

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Srisaket Rungvisai vs. Juan Francisco Estrada Finalized, Feb. 24 – BoxingScene.com

BoxingScene.com Srisaket Rungvisai vs. Juan Francisco Estrada Finalized, Feb. 24BoxingScene.comAll of the details have been finalized for Srisaket Sor Rungvisai (44-4-1, 40 KOs) of Thailand to make the second defense of his reclaimed title against mandatory challenger Juan Francisco Estrada (36-2, 25 KOs) of Mexico. The contest will take place …and more » More: continued here

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Watch: Boxing Writer Applauds McGregor’s ‘Unbelievable’ Ability To Successfully Counter Mayweather – Pundit Arena

Pundit Arena Watch: Boxing Writer Applauds McGregor's 'Unbelievable' Ability To Successfully Counter MayweatherPundit ArenaSteve Bunce, a British boxing writer, has spoken on the disbelief he felt when watching the pro-boxing debutant Conor McGregor successfully counter the legendary Floyd Mayweather in their ten-round showdown back in August. August's boxing matchup …Longtime boxing pundit explains how Conor McGregor gave Floyd Mayweather a …

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​Meet the beti boxers knocking down patriarchy​ – Times of India (blog)

Times of India (blog) ​Meet the beti boxers knocking down patriarchy​Times of India (blog)In a state known for its bias against the girl child, boxing is changing gender attitudes. Avijit Ghosh travels to Bhiwani and Rohtak in Haryana to find out how medals are made. They live together in a rundown three-room house, just an Arnab Goswami …and more » More: …

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He was an unbeaten boxer bankrolled by Jay-Z. After an injury sent him into a coma, his new mission is helping fighters – Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times He was an unbeaten boxer bankrolled by Jay-Z. After an injury sent him into a coma, his new mission is helping fightersLos Angeles TimesBoxing has been littered with empty promises made by powerful individuals to young and hungry fighters looking for fame and glory. There are countless instances of financial betrayal and, most troubling, an inconsistent attention …

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Former Roc Nation boxer wants to improve safety in the ring and prevent empty promises made by promoters – Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times Former Roc Nation boxer wants to improve safety in the ring and prevent empty promises made by promotersLos Angeles TimesBoxing has been littered with empty promises made by powerful individuals to young and hungry fighters looking for fame and glory. There are countless instances of financial betrayal and, most troubling, an inconsistent attention to the safety of …

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