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An intriguing clash of pure punchers will occur in Manchester on November 22 as local favourite Mark Heffron places his flawless ledger on the line against former British and Commonwealth title challenger Martin Concepcion. The contest signifies a huge step up for novice pro Heffron and show promoter Dave Coldwell …
Read More »Middleweight Prospect Mark Heffron Added To “Hot Shot”
After announcing the welcome return of exciting lightweight, John Murray, to his “Hot Shots” event in Manchester on November 22, Dave Coldwell added further local interest today when he confirmed that hard-hitting middleweight prospect, Mark Heffron, would participate in his eighth professional contest on the bill. Heffron, who had a …
Read More »Rigondeaux Next In Line For New WBA Champ Ramos
No sooner had new WBA Super Bantamweight Champion Rico “Suavecito” Ramos had his arm raised victoriously after his seventh-round knockout of defending champion Akishumni Shimoda last Saturday night in Atlantic City, when WBA Interim titlist Guillermo “The Jackal” Rigondeaux issued an instant challenge to the 24-year-old Ramos for a supreme …
Read More »Boxing In Ireland: Rigondeaux vs. Casey Saturday In Dublin
WBA Interim Super Bantamweight Champion Guillermo “The Jackal” Rigondeaux, arguably the greatest amateur boxer of all-time, arrived March 7 in Ireland to complete his extensive training for his first title defense this Saturday night (Mar. 19) in Dublin against Irish favorite, former European title holder Willie “Big Bang” Casey.
Read More »Boxing In Ireland: Byrne Set To Strike Up Storm January 30 In Dublin
Sensational, unbeaten (14-0 with 6 wins by KO), Light Welterweight prospect Dean ‘Irish Lightning’ left his London base earlier today to travel back to Dublin, where he is set to fight a yet to be named opponent at the Dolphil promotions event at the Citywest Hotel on Sunday the 30th …
Read More »Hyde Boxing: Prospect Mark Heffron Taking Fast Track
Former British amateur standout Mark Heffron, managed by Gary Hyde, is taking the fast lane in boxing having fought his first three professional bouts within a 30-day period in three different European countries. The 18-year-old welterweight, fighting out of Cork by way of Manchester, England, had a successful pro debut …
Read More »Boxing In Britain: Manager Hyde Signs Amateur Star
Noted wordwide boxing manager Gary Hyde today announced the signing of British amateur standout Mark Heffron to an exclusive contract. Hyde also manages 2-time Olympic gold medalist Guillermo Rigondeaux and European super middleweight champion Lolenga Mock.
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