Boxing

(Interview by Louis Evans) BN: How strategic are your publicity stunts? The disparity between amateur boxing and professional boxing is clear to me. While one is purely a sport, the other is essentially a business masquerading as a sport. Without actively promoting oneself, garnering interest from the audience becomes challenging. Progressing in this realm is …

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Guido Vianello, 12-1-1 (10) is at a stage in his career where he needs a significant win. On Saturday night (April 13) he gets the opportunity to do so against heavy-handed Nigerian Efe Ajagba, 19-1 (14). Speaking to Boxing News Vianello reflected on his career to date, what he thinks of his opponent, why he …

Read more “Guido Vianello is keen to taste Efe Ajagba’s punch power”

When a boxer reaches the end of their career, peculiar occurrences can unfold. Their bodies lose their strength and agility, while their skills gradually diminish. In a strange twist of fate, some attempt to transport themselves back in time, only to find themselves trapped in the past. Once feeling invincible, they now exist in a …

Read more “Twilight Zone: Strange things happen when a boxer sticks around”

23:37:19 IT’S ALL OVER According to Eddie Hearn, Zelfa Barrett’s success is only the start of his journey, but unfortunately, it concludes this blog. The Manchester man achieved a remarkable stoppage victory, while Ellie Scotney and Rhiannon Dixon secured world titles on an eventful evening at the Manchester Arena. Thank you for joining us, and …

Read more “Jordan Gill vs Zelfa Barrett: Live updates and results”

Jordan Gill’s performance in Manchester on April 13 was marked by remarkable steadiness and consistency. It seemed that only an unexpected and powerful punch, one that leaves no room for recovery, could have given Zelfa Barrett a chance to reverse the situation and narrow the gap on the scorecards. In round 10, Gill and Barrett …

Read more “BN Verdict: Body shots in round 10 ensure Barrett outlasts Gill”

On June 29, SUNNY EDWARDS is set to make his comeback to America for his upcoming fight. In an attempt to regain their winning streaks, the 28-year-old British fighter will be pitted against Mexico’s Adrian Curiel in a flyweight match. The Edwards vs. Curiel bout secures the chief support position for the main event between …

Read more “Sunny Edwards-Adrian Curiel confirmed for Estrada-Rodriguez card on June 29”

York Hall in Bethnal Green is the only remaining small hall in London, representing the traditional venues that were prevalent for over a century. Although it didn’t host its inaugural professional tournament until 1967, it has now become the UK’s most renowned location in the sport. It is where aspirations are born and careers reach …

Read more “Yesterday’s Heroes: Remembering a time before York Hall”

Even though it is premature to evaluate Anthony Joshua’s career as a whole, it is worth taking a moment this week, exactly eight years after he claimed his initial significant heavyweight title, to assess his advancement. Despite all of Joshua’s achievements and his admirable conduct as both a boxer and a celebrity, there is still …

Read more “Editor’s Letter: In appreciation of Anthony Joshua”

As per the teachings of the New Testament in the Holy Bible, Easter Sunday marks the momentous occasion of Jesus Christ’s resurrection, which occurred after his crucifixion by the Romans on Good Friday. This significant day is described in the Bible as the triumph over death, where ‘victory swallows up death’. This year, in celebration …

Read more “BN Preview: Wardley vs. Clarke is an Easter treat”

THE RESULT:  Richardson Hitchins secures a mandatory shot at the IBF super-lightweight title with a controversial unanimous decision win against Gustavo Lemos at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. KEY MOMENTS: If Hitchins thought he was going to win at a canter an overhand right from Lemos in round one reminded him otherwise. From the third …

Read more “Hitchins survives a relentless Lemos to win controversial decision”