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Former British boxer Garry Delaney was jailed for life on Friday 28th July by an Old Bailey judge for the murder of 23 year old Paul Price. The judge Leonard Goldstone ruled that Delaney must serve a minimum of 11 years for what he described as a “Cowardly†attack. The incident happened in October 2005…
Although Joe Calzaghe’s opponent for his upcoming title defense on July 8 has yet to be announced, the “Pride of Wales” wastes no time in declaring just who he wants to face in the ring later this year. “Antonio Tarver is my main objective,” said the WBO and IBF Super Middleweight Champion. “I’d also love…
Hatton Gives Up IBF 140lb Title! © Mike Cleary Ricky Hatton has given up the IBF Light Welterweight title in order to pursue the WBA Welterweight title of Luis Collazo on May 13 in Boston, MA. Below is the letter Team Hatton sent to IBF President Marian Muhammad to notify that organization of his decision….
It was the perfect day off in California; a pleasant afternoon at the beach, with Hawaiian barbecue, a few Coronas, beautiful women and harmonic melodies. In short, a celebration of life. Indeed, it was a celebration as the WBO celebrated the title winning effort of Daniel Ponce De Leon, 27-1 (25), and gave five local…
Click for larger image © Stefan Christou / Saddo Boxing Sitting with magnificent pride along the icy waters of the River Thames, the HMS Belfast graciously welcomed members of the media into one of its cosy cabins for a press conference to announce an exclusive three-fight deal negotiated by Fight Academy and U.S based outfit…
Click for larger image © Mike Taylor / Saddo Boxing At a press conference held by promoter Chris Sanigar the air in Plymouth was chilling but as Scott Dann and Larry Sharpe met for the first time ahead of their match-up for the vacant commonwealth middleweight title the heat was building. Plymouth born boxer Scott…
Click for larger image© Stefan ChristouSaddo Boxing In a press conference held early this morning on the HMS Belfast in London, it was announced Ricky “The Hitman’ Hatton will be taking on America in a three-fight deal with Arthur Pelullo’s Banner Promotions in association with Fight Academy, his first fight under the deal will be…
Click for larger image © Jane Warburton / SaddoBoxing.com Maussa takes 3 attempts to make weight!! There was high drama in Sheffield today as Colombian Carlos Maussa took to the scales 3 times before the BBBC declared he had made the 140lb limit. Star MC, Michael Buffer opened the proceedings for the Fight Academy promoted…
All looked lost yesterday for WBF lightweight titlist Jon Thaxton when his opponent for this Saturday night, Eduardo Daniel Roman, pulled out of their scheduled twelve-round bout to take place in Thaxton’s hometown of Norwich, England. Today, however, the situation is now stabilized with the entry of Vasile Dragomir into the fray. The former Romanian…
The boxing world had the privilege of watching Iran “The Blade” Barkley do what most thought could not be done, and that was to stop Thomas “Hitman” Hearns. The stoppage came in dramatic fashion and thus catapulted Barkley into boxing superstardom. Ring Magazine stated, “This fight was the upset of the year.” The year was…
After an impressive win over Shawn Gallegos, to capture the NABA junior welterweight title, Dmitriy “Star of David” Salita took time out from his much needed rest to say a few words to the readers of SaddoBoxing. Here’s what he had to say. “I am feeling good now, it’s very good when hard work pays…
SaddoBoxing is pleased to announce another fantastic prize giveaway. ESPN is set to televise a fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on October 15 featuring the stars of the first season of “The Contender” reality boxing series. The main event of the evening will be the rematch between “Contender” champion Sergio “The…