Max Baer, famously dubbed the “Playboy of the Ring,” stood out as an exceptionally vibrant and captivating figure among the world heavyweight champions. In 1934, Baer earned the prestigious title following a triumph over the Italian boxer, Primo Carnera. However, his reign as champion was short-lived, enduring merely a year before experiencing defeat at the …
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Age: 25 Twitter: @williamcrolla Nationality: British From: Manchester Stance: Southpaw Record: 4-0 Next fight: April 13th in Manchester When and why you started boxing: At the tender age of eight, my journey into the world of boxing commenced. Accompanied by Anthony (Crolla), I would faithfully attend the Fox ABC Gym, where my passion for the …
1) Jermell and Jermall Charlo Jermell has held the title of world super-welterweight champion intermittently since 2016. Meanwhile, his twin brother, Jermall, previously a super-welterweight champion, now competes in the middleweight division where he has successfully secured a WBC title. Jermell has faced Canelo Alvarez and unfortunately suffered defeat, while Jermall aspires to take on …
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By Fabio Wardley The bout I had with Frazer Clarke was an absolutely extraordinary event. Initially, there were high hopes for an exciting fight when we were matched up. However, the outcome surpassed everyone’s expectations in terms of its intensity and greatness. I was satisfied with the level of entertainment it delivered. I was content …
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By Elliot Worsell Not too long ago, Jordan Gill experienced a period of profound silence in his life. However, this silence was far from peaceful; rather, it seemed to symbolize failure, isolation, and a sense of vanishing. Unfortunately, this silence followed him wherever he went, becoming his only constant companion for a while. The usual …
(Interview by Shaun Brown) BN: How did you and your new trainer Stephen Smith link up? CE: My decision to work with my strength and conditioning coach, Johnny Reynolds, was primarily influenced by him being highly regarded by top coaches. I was unsure about my next steps after parting ways with my previous coach, Joe …
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The journey to the Olympic boxing ring is a lengthy one. Currently, only five individuals from the British squad have successfully secured their spots for the forthcoming Olympics in Paris. However, there are still eight positions left to be filled, and within the GB team, there are more than eight hopeful individuals. Several of them …
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The British cruiserweight champion title is no longer held by Isaac Chamberlain. Managed and promoted by Hennessy Sports, the 30-year-old has chosen to relinquish his title and assert his position as the mandatory challenger for the European title, which is presently held by Michal Cieslak with a record of 25-2 (19). In October, Chamberlain had …
Ahead of their upcoming fight on May 18, Tyson Fury maintained his composure and displayed a respectful demeanor by refraining from engaging in any criticism towards Oleksandr Usyk. Next month, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the two top heavyweights will risk it all, vying to emerge as the unquestioned heavyweight champion. Fury, …
Despite suffering his first defeat, Ricky Hatton believes that his son Campbell’s reputation and fan base will have actually grown, as he now embarks on the journey of rebuilding. Last month, Campbell took center stage in Sheffield, attempting to secure the Central Area super-lightweight title against James Flint, twenty-five years after Ricky triumphed over Tommy …
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