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In preparation for the big John Duddy vs. Charlie Howe show tonight from The Castle in Boston, MA, the principal fighters all weighed in yesterday. Irish Ropes Promotions present "Hassle In The Castle" with tickets still available at $50, $75, and $100.00 at door. Doors open at 6 PM/ET, first bout 7 PM/ET.

John Duddy: 158.5 lb
Charlie Howe: 160 lb More...

The return of unbeaten world middleweight title contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy to Boston highlights this Saturday night’s, June 28, “Hassle In The Castle,” presented by Irish Ropes Promotions, at The Castle.

Duddy, 24-0 (17), rated No. 2 by the WBC and WBO, faces Charles Howe, 17-4-2 (9), in the 10 round main event. The popular Irishman has a growing fan base in Boston, where he has fought and served as a television color analyst in the past. More...

Middleweights will be showcased June 28 on “Hassle In The Castle,” presented by Irish Ropes Promotions, headlined by the 10 round main event between undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy in his first fight with new head trainer in his corner, Pat Burns, against Charles Howe, 17-4-2 (9), at The Castle in downtown Boston. More...

Undefeated world middleweight contender “Ireland’s” John Duddy is training in Miami with his new trainer, Pat Burns, for his return to Boston on Saturday night, June 28 against Charles Howe, headlining “Hassle In The Castle” at The Castle in downtown Boston.

“I’m looking forward to fighting again in Boston,” Duddy said from training camp. “I’ve fought there and visited Boston many times. The atmosphere there is very friendly with so many of my family, friends and fans living there. The Castle is familiar territory for me, especially with so many Irish there. I’m looking to give them a good experience.” More...