Frank Bruno wants to comeback at 54 - Worrying TV interview earlier today

[X]

Yes, after all John Ruiz got a licence didn't he?

[ross]

I dont think he seems any different to how he has always been.

Hes likeable, quick witted and streetwise but hes not the sharpest tool in the box. Hes always been like that.

I say if he passes all mental and physical tests then why shoud he be denied even just some exhibition matches in front of a crowd?

He could come back and beat DeMori!

[Memphis]

How morally fucked in the head would you have to be to promote him? They'll be sicko's that are calling him

That's quite a frightening thought isn't it? Given all the avenues these days there will almost certainly be someone out there who'd have no issue making a buck out of getting him their show.

[Dark Lord Al]

he is better than the opponent's wilder has been fighting.

[Gandalf]

Bruno spoke a lot of sense. Doctors do dish out pills without talking things through or suggesting ways to improve yourself. They look to alleviate symptoms rather than heal. Not all doctors do that but many do and they dont tell you about the side effects. Thank goodness for the Internet these days.

Joshua is too young for Bruno but I can understand him wanting to fight. I see no harm in a 4 rounder against a journeyman. It keeps Bruno active and despite the media talk, his brain is very much intact.

[Andre]

How morally fucked in the head would you have to be to promote him? They'll be sicko's that are calling him

That's quite a frightening thought isn't it? Given all the avenues these days there will almost certainly be someone out there who'd have no issue making a buck out of getting him their show.

Remember TrainerMonkey? He used to send his own misses in to be knocked out.

[smashup]

If it turned out he did fight again even in a 4-6 rounder against some absolute nobody and happened to lose then what effect would that have on his state of mind?


I mean he's pinned all his hopes of survival on a return to boxing and if he were to be banged out stopped and humiliated what's his next move going to be?


He'd fall deeper into depression than he is now surely.

[Gandalf]

Maybe, but he has lost before and got on with things. I just presume it's that hole in his life that pushed him over the edge. He's clearly always stayed in shape, but has had no boxing outlet for it and just maybe he enjoys that buzz. A goal is always good just as long as you know the target isn't too extreme. Talk of fighting Joshua is a bit extreme, but just to stay busy it could be good for him.

Does anyone know how Bruno is financially? He hasn't boxed for nigh on 2 decades and I wonder if that could be partly what is driving him. It is extreme to talk of fighting Joshua, but if it is big money he is after maybe that is why he is talking like that? I don't know.

[erics44]

I dont think he seems any different to how he has always been.

Hes likeable, quick witted and streetwise but hes not the sharpest tool in the box. Hes always been like that.

I say if he passes all mental and physical tests then why shoud he be denied even just some exhibition matches in front of a crowd?

He could come back and beat DeMori!

very true

and even at 54 and mentally ill he would beat all but 2 or 3 of Tyson fury's opponents

in his prime obviously he was the lb4lb best in history

[Fenster]

How morally fucked in the head would you have to be to promote him? They'll be sicko's that are calling him

That's quite a frightening thought isn't it? Given all the avenues these days there will almost certainly be someone out there who'd have no issue making a buck out of getting him their show.

Remember TrainerMonkey? He used to send his own misses in to be knocked out.

It was a cunning way of legally bumping her off. Genuis.

[Beanz]

Haye was talking about a seniors tournament this morning on the Radio. Like the Footy and Tennis. It's probably a bit simplistic but he there are enough vain young blokes out there that would pay good money to learn how to have a physique like Big Frank, even at that age. It was a few years back but he was lovely to me and the Mrs when we met him. Alongside a trainer and fitness and strength coach he would be great for motivating people go that extra mile. Did his son not start fighting ?

[smashup]

Seems Brunos people have already been in contact with the Maltese Boxing Commision


Former world heavyweight champion Frank Bruno would be given the same consideration as any other fighter when applying for a license to box, according to Malta Boxing Commission Vice President Gianluca Di Caro.





Bruno, 54, has announced his intention to return to the ring twenty years on from his last bout against Mike Tyson, although has already been turned down by the British Boxing Board of Control.
That may not be the end of it for the veteran Londoner though as when asked by WBN to give his views on the matter, Di Caro stated that the British great would not be turned away and has the right to go through the relevant process before a final decision is made.
Di Caro has also revealed that an inquiry has already been received by the MBC regarding possible sanctioning of Bruno, which stretches back to the end of last summer and way before his recent TV revelation.
“About six months ago, we were approached by a coach that was training Frank. He told us that Frank wants to box again and he explained that Frank is in exceptional shape - whilst not quite as sharp as in his heyday he wasn’t that far off,” Di Caro exclusively told World Boxing News.
“He made a tentative enquiry that if Frank decided to apply for a pro license again what would his chances be.
“I explained that in my personal opinion it is probably unlikely, but at the end of the day it is not my decision.
“As when anyone applies for an MBC license out of respect we always go through the full process, which in the case of someone over forty is much more rigorous, medical wise.”
See section 5 and 6 of the MBC Boxers Medical Requirements below:
MALTA BOXING COMMISSION BOXERS MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Blood Work: HIV (must be drawn within 30 days of submitting all requirements to become licensed), Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, and Hepatitis C Antibody (Hepatitis B & C blood work can be drawn within the calendar year).
2. Physical: Must be administered by a licensed M.D. or D.O. and is good for one calendar year.
3. Eye Exam: Must submit a dilated ophthalmological exam administered by a licensed ophthalmologist. This exam is valid for one calendar year.
4. Radiological Exams: Must submit an MRI or MRA of the brain without contrast on an annual basis.
5. Older Fighters: Professional boxers who will turn 36 during this calendar year, or is 36 and over must submit a comprehensive physical exam administered by a licensed M.D. or D.O., an EKG, Chest X-Ray, Urinalysis, and additional blood work including: CBC, Chemistry Panel containing Electrolytes, Creatinine, and Liver Function.
6. Additional Requirements: For professional boxers who has not fought a professional fight in the last 36 months, has fought over 425 professional rounds and is not under suspension in another state or country need to submit a comprehensive physical exam administered by a licensed M.D. or D.O., an EKG, Chest X-Ray, Urinalysis, and additional blood work including: CBC, Chemistry Panel containing Electrolytes, Creatinine, and Liver Function.
Di Caro continued: “In addition, and due to Frank’s highly publicized bipolar condition, we would require access to his medical history so the MBC medical panel, both in the UK and Malta, can assess his current medical condition.
“If the medical panel cannot find any reason why we should not issue a license this would then be passed to the MBC Stewards to make their decision. They would make their decision based on several factors, such as age, if previously licensed, their boxing record and number of times they were stopped or KO’d as well as obvious fitness.
“They would also require written assessments by both his coach as well as an independent assessment, with regard to his current boxing abilities. As such, only after these processes are successfully undertaken would it be passed to myself and our chairman to make the final decision on whether to license or not.”
As Bruno looks in tremendous shape for a man of his age, being passed physically for a potential four-round bout, whether exhibition or not, doesn’t seem to be too much in question.
It’s the mental issues that have dogged Bruno since retirement that would be the biggest hurdles to overcome, something Di Caro is fully aware could make all the difference in giving any final approval.
“I would like to make my views on the matter of Frank being bipolar, mainly due to the many misleading postings on social media by people that have no understanding of the illness and secondly on how it affects someone within combat sports.
“I know of many current and former professional boxers, including championship level boxers, that are bipolar, however am sure that there are far more than I know of as well as many that haven’t been diagnosed. The big problem for Frank is that knowledge and evidence of this is in the public domain.
“I would like to stress here that the boxers I am talking about are not licensed by the MBC, however in each case if they applied for an MBC license they would almost certainly be accepted as there is no reason not to if they pass their medicals, including MRI scans.
“Finally, I also said to the coach that should Frank not be able to be licensed, whether by the MBC or another organization, but would like to be more involved in the running of the sport we would be honoured to offer him an official role within the MBC.
“For reference, this is not just because he is a Frank Bruno but something we offer any boxer, champion or not, and I’m proud that a number of ex-boxers have taken us up on this.
“I’d also like to point out that Frank hasn't made an application to us for a license at this time.”


Exclusive: However unlikely, Frank Bruno would get full license application process from MBC - VP | World Boxing News

[ross]

@Tam Seddon

Did you have to give blood and all that above?

You might be Brunos come back opponent!

[Mr140]

Man i really do not understand why at 54 you would want to get back in the ring you are slower, more worn and for Bruno chinny and not knowing how to recover. I mean if he needs the money he can go get his ass kicked i guess but Bruno got his ass kicked in his day at 54 i dont really know.

[Master]

Man i really do not understand why at 54 you would want to get back in the ring you are slower, more worn and for Bruno chinny and not knowing how to recover. I mean if he needs the money he can go get his ass kicked i guess but Bruno got his ass kicked in his day at 54 i dont really know.

There is no Tyson to worry about, hang on there is.