The potential of power like that of Felix “Tito” Trinidad’s turns the improbable to possible, and when it lands, it turns the possible into all but a guarantee. Ronald “Winky” Wright cannot claim such prowess, but his access to one of the finest pure boxing techniques may be enough to …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writer’s Predict: Zab Judah vs. Cosme Rivera.
That stage was set for a dramatic conclusion to the evening’s boxing. Cory Spinks made a glamorous entrance to the ring, accompanied by Rap star Nelly as he played to the record setting St. Louis crowd in attendance. Meanwhile, Zab Judah seethed in the ring, aching for retribution to right …
Read More »Trinidad vs. Wright Preview.
We are being spoilt at the moment as for the second week running, we are presented with a huge, huge fight that could easily be a contender for fight of the year. Up until last year, Ronald “Winky” Wright was highly underestimated and under promoted. He has fought in just …
Read More »My Prediction: Felix “Tito” Trinidad vs. Ronald “Winky” Wright.
TITO! TITO!! TITO!!! Once again, Felix Trinidad steps into the squared circle for what is his second fight in the “Back with a Vengeance” tour. As of right now, New York is buzzing and it is like the Puerto Rican day parade all over again. This Saturday we will see …
Read More »The Big Debate: Felix “Tito” Trinidad vs. Ronald “Winky” Wright.
Hey there fight fans. After knocking out our very own editor, Jimmy the Gent (I’m sure he will love me saying this), I have now been given some fresh meat. Yours truly shall now take on our very own James MacDonald. After reading some of his work, this should be …
Read More »Two Exclusive Predictions on Corrales vs. Castillo.
You know it’s a great fight when fighter’s themselves can’t wait to see who wins. A couple of SaddoBoxing.com friends gave yours truly their thoughts on this weekend’s fight. Enjoy. Daniel Ponce De Leon (super bantamweight contender): “I like Jose Luis Castillo to win this fight. I think that it’s …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writer’s Predict: Diego Corrales vs. Jose Luis Castillo.
Despite respective losses, make no mistake that these are indeed the two finest lightweight fighters in the world. You want proof of pedigree? Castillo forged his iron will and resistance in hard years of tutelage, not at the thoughtful and guiding hand of a master, but at the lethal fists …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writer’s Predict: John Ruiz vs. James Toney.
A rather unlikely pairing contests the WBA heavyweight championship of the world this weekend. Despite achieving world titles in three weights thus far, one would have to say that James Toney resembles a fighter somewhat out of his depth amongst the heavyweights. In contrast, John Ruiz, a decidedly dubious two-time …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writers Predict: Antonio Margarito vs. Kermit Cintron.
As detailed so extensively by our very own Sergio Martinez here at SaddoBoxing.com, this is a fight where passions run high, as evidenced in Margarito’s exclusive and unforgettable quote, “talking about the Devil is very different to being before him.” A warning as macabre as the spectacle of Margarito’s last …
Read More »SaddoBoxing.com Writers Predict: Calvin Brock vs. Jameel McCline.
The night of April 23 approaches as a crossroads for many of the fighters participating in the evening’s festivities. Perhaps no greater example exists than between the heavyweight forces of Calvin Brock and Jameel McCline, former spar-mates set to collide in a significant match-up. Having failed in two previous title …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writers Predict: Marco Antonio Barrera vs. Mzonke Fana.
Some believe that no fight is a formality, while others state that Barrera is wasting precious time by taking on a mandatory obligation against the little known entity of Mzonke Fana. However you perceive this fight, what is certain is that if by any chance Barrera loses, many great fights …
Read More »SaddoBoxing Writers Predict: Wayne Braithwaite vs. Jean Marc Mormeck.
As the British domestic scene hosts some of the finest cruiserweight talent in the world in David Haye, Johnny Nelson, Enzo Maccarinelli and Carl Thompson, on Saturday night in Boston, two of the division’s top world champions collide to decide who should be known as the very best fighter of …
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