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• ‘He should be a superstar’: Hearn compares Shakur to Mayweather, LeonardEddie Hearn says Shakur Stevenson should be a superstar in all of sports, not just boxing | Photo by Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing/Getty Images Eddie Hearn says Shakur Stevenson should be a superstar in all of sports, not just boxing. Eddie Hearn says that Shakur Stevenson shouldn’t just be a bigger star in boxing, but in the entire American sports world, and that when he faces William Ze...2025See more Shakur Stevenson news today -
• “I Put Shakur Stevenson On Same Level As Mayweather, Leonard & Whitaker” – Eddie Hearn
Eddie Hearn has some high praise for Shakur Stevenson putting in him the same bracket as Floyd Mayweather, Sugar Ray Leonard and Pernell Whitaker ahead of his next bout on July 12 in New York against William Zepeda! #shorts #eddiehearn #shakurstevenson...2025Check it out Shakur Stevenson breaking news
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• Review of FightbackFightback: The Autobiography of Gary JacobsBy Gary Jacobs with Colin GrantEmpire Publications, 2025Gary Jacobs was a world-class welterweight who once challenged pound-for-pound great Pernell Whitaker for all the glory. During his career, he held the British, Commonwealth, and European titles. Well-respected in his native Scotland, Jacobs experienced fame and fortune, before plunging into despair....2025 -
• Oscar De La Hoya Says One Current Fighter Could Go Down As ‘The Greatest Of All Time’believes one current star is just a fight away from becoming the greatest of all time. De La Hoya secured his place in the history books with championships in five divisions and wins over the likes of Julio Cesar Chavez, Ike Quartey, Pernell Whitaker and Fernando Vargas. ‘The Golden Boy’ was, at one stage, the […]...2025Check it out Fernando Vargas breaking news today -
• Oscar De La Hoya vs Pernell Whitaker: Reliving Controversial ClashOn April 12, 1997, Oscar De La Hoya vs Pernell Whitaker clashed for the WBC welterweight title held by “Sweet Pea:”The bout took place at the Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas. The main event was billed as pound-for-pound, with two of the best pound-for-pound fighters meeting. It was an engrossing fight that ended in controversy when the judge’s scorecards were revealed. Oscar De L...2025Click for news about Julio César breaking news -
• Oscar De La Hoya Says Fighter With 32 KOs And ‘Punches Like Bricks’ Was Hardest Hitter He Facedhas revealed the hardest hitter he faced during his career. Best known as ‘The Golden Boy’, De La Hoya enjoyed an exceptional professional career which saw him win world titles across six weight divisions. He triumphed against a number of the greatest fighters of his generation, including the likes of Pernell Whitaker, Ike Quartey and […]...2025
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• Greatest Southpaw Knockouts in Boxing HistoryResearch suggests that 10 to 12 percent of the world’s population is left-handed, but in the boxing ring, that small percentage has created big problems for their right-handed opponents. Southpaws—fighters who lead with their right hand and right foot forward—bring a unique rhythm to the sport, creating awkward angles, unexpected openings, and a puzzle that many orthodox boxers struggle to solve. ...2025See more articles Boardwalk Hall injury report -
• Zhang vs Joyce 2: Who wins and how? Plus Hitchins vs Zepeda and more!Will Zhilei Zhang beat Joe Joyce again in London? Will Zhilei Zhang make it two straight, or can Joe Joyce get even? Zhilei Zhang and Joe Joyce meet again this Saturday in London, five months after Zhang upset Joyce and took his “0” in the same city. Can “The Big Bang” make it 2-0 and keep his interim WBO heavyweight title, or will “The Juggernaut” get even this time around? Plus: Richards...2023Visit the page Zhilei Zhang injury status
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• Knockout Kings: Profiles Of Iconic BoxersFrom the earliest bare-knuckle brawls to the glitz of Las Vegas, boxing has always captivated crowds who crave high-drama action. Over the long and storied history of the sport, a few remarkable fighters have risen to mythic status as “Knockout Kings” – true masters of the explosive, fight-ending punch. Let’s take a ringside view of some of the most spectacular knockout specialists who left...2024Read about Michael Spinks
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• ‘When it’s all said and done they will respect me’: Shakur Stevenson talks expectations for his boxing legacyShakur Stevenson aims to be remembered as the best defensive fighter to ever do it. | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson has immense talent but has faced much criticism for recent performances. Shakur Stevenson spent some time having an in depth conversation with his mentor Andre Ward to discuss a number of topics including being a free agent, his most recent fight and fa...2024Continue with Shakur Stevenson contract -
• Jackie Kaplan Kallen: A Boxing Trailblazer
By Derek Brantley Jackie Kaplan Kallen faced a barrage of stares, snickers, and insults when she first set foot in a boxing gym in the 1970s. She endured the taunts while becoming the manager of one of the all-time great middleweights and super middleweights, James Toney, and rose to become one of the top figures in the sport. On December 7th, 2023 she became the first female manager to be elect...2024Continue with James Toney
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• Top Boxers From State Of VirginiaVirginia, known for its rich history and diverse landscapes, has also made a significant mark in boxing. Virginia’s contribution to the world of boxing is significant, with fighters like Pernell Whitaker, Keyshawn Davis, and Nikita Ababiy leading the way. Their stories of triumph, skill, and resilience continue to inspire and captivate boxing fans. As sports betting becomes more integrated ...2023See more articles Inter Continental salary rumors -
• Tribute to Buddy McGirt: Hall of Famer Fought Mamby and JacobsBuddy McGirt is not only one of the best trainers in boxing, but he was one of the best boxers of his era. The Hall of Famer was a two-division world champion whose career lasted from 1982-1997. During his illustrious career, McGirt fought two memorable bouts against Jewish opponents, both at the Felt Forum. On September 25, 1986, he took on former world champion Saoul Mamby, and on August 27, 198...2023See more articles WBC International trade rumors
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• Oscar De La Hoya vs Pernell Whitaker: Reliving Controversial Clash
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• Throwback | Pernell Whitaker vs.Oscar De La Hoya Pound 4 Pound!
In a closely contested fight on April 12, 1997, Oscar De La Hoya defeated Pernell Whitaker by a unanimous decision. While the official scores favored De La Hoya, many ringside observers and sportswriters felt Whitaker had won the bout. Pernell Whitaker vs.Oscar De La Hoya | April 12, 1997 | Thomas & Mack Center – …...2025Visit the page Mack Center
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• ‘I Knew That He Was Afraid of My Punch’: 5 Most Memorable Felix Trinidad FightsFelix Trinidad (42-3, 35 KOs) enjoyed a glittering career – with a formidable reputation that saw him only taste defeat on three ocassions, inluding against Ronald “Winky” Wright. The Puerto Rican fighter won world championship titles in three different weight classes and is undoutedley one of the most fondly remembered fighters of his generation. “Tito” was box offic...2023Click for news about Big Fight Weekend scores -
• Zhang vs Joyce 2: Who wins and how? Plus Hitchins vs Zepeda and more!
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• Tribute to Buddy McGirt: Hall of Famer Fought Mamby and Jacobs
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• Difference Between Haney-Loma Being Close And ‘Robbery’
Saturday night's unanimous decision verdict for undisputed lightweight champ Devin Haney over Vasiliy Lomachenko is still a controversial topic, even days afterwards. And, it's something that we spent significant time on for this week's "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" Podcast, as part of the Big Fight Weekend podcast feed. You can hear the lengthy discussion between our insider Dan Rafael and me on whe...2023See also Devin Haney statistics
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• Puerto Rico’s Boxing Legends: Five of the Best Champions EverAt the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, on September 14, Canelo Álvarez (61-2-2, 39 KOs) will defend his WBC, WBA and WBO super middleweight titles against Puerto Rican challenger Edgar Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs) in the main event of a Canelo Promotions – in association with Matchroom Boxing. The entire card will be live on DAZN pay-per-view in all regions except Mexico and LATAM. Ahead of fight night, BFW...2024See more Canelo Álvarez -
• Revisiting Sweet Pea’s Masterclass: Pernell Whitaker Dominates Azumah Nelson in Title DefenceOn Saturday, May 19, 1990, at Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, one of the greatest defensive boxers in history, Pernell Whitaker successfully defended his WBC and IBF lightweight titles against the dangerous Ghanaian Azumah Nelson, winning by unanimous decision, with the judges scorecards reading 116-111, 115-113 and 116-114. Pernell Whitaker Defeats Azumah Nelson by Unanimous Decision Pernell Wh...2024Read about Julio César -
• Toughest Fight of His Career: Oscar De La Hoya vs. John John Molina Revisted
On February 18, 1995, Oscar De La Hoya was involved in, to that point, the toughest fight of his professional career against John John Molina at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. At Big Fight Weekend, we love nostalgia, and today, we are revisiting De La Hoya vs. Molina for the junior lightweight title. Oscar De La Hoya vs. John John Molina Revisted De La Hoya Involved in Tough Unanimou...2024See more articles MGM Grand
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• Five of the Best Boxers From the 90sThe 1990s were undoubtedly a time of greatness for many boxers, with memorable bouts in several weight classes. At Big Fight Weekend, we have decided to pay homage to 5 of the best boxers from the 90s. Five Best Boxers From the 90s Best Boxers in the 90s: Roy Jones Jr Roy Jones Jr (66-10, 47 KOs) turned professional following a controversial loss in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. He was involved in many...2024Check it out Big Fight Weekend -
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• ‘I Knew That He Was Afraid of My Punch’: 5 Most Memorable Felix Trinidad Fights
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• Oscar De La Hoya: “We Need Super Fights All The Time”
By: Sean Crose "We are watching boxing die slowly," Oscar De La Hoya stated on social media Monday after Canelo Alvarez won a wide decision over Jermell Charlo on Saturday night. "I'm calling out all promoters to come together," De La Hoya continued, "and make all the fights the fans want to see...finally. I'm tired of fighters fighting for money lets star fighting for legacy (sic)." As far...2023Visit the page Sean Crose
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• Best I Faced: Wilfredo RiveraWilfredo Rivera was a mainstay in the white-hot welterweight division in the mid 1990s-early 2000s. During that time, the talented Puerto Rican challenged for a world title on three occasions against two superstars – Pernell Whitaker (twice) and Oscar De La Hoya – and fought several other big names of the era, including Shane Mosley […] The post Best I Faced: Wilfredo Rivera appeared first o...2024See also Shane Mosley -
• WATCH: Keyshawn Davis on Norfolk homecoming fight, potential Tank Davis showdownNot since the days of Pernell Whitaker has there been a boxing event of this magnitude to hit The Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia. At just 25 years old, Keyshawn Davis wasn’t around to see “Sweet Pea” pack the biggest arena in the “Mermaid City,” but he’s heard plenty of stories of the entire city […] The post WATCH: Keyshawn Davis on Norfolk homecoming fight, potential Tank Davis showdown ...2024Click for news about Keyshawn Davis -
• Comparisons to Floyd Mayweather, Pernell Whitaker, and other all-timers don’t shake out well for Shakur Stevenson
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• ‘Stevenson gives me Whitaker vibes’ : Mosley talks lightweight talent
Although Shane Mosley thinks Shakur Stevenson is the best lightweight, he isn’t too sure how he’d handle someone like Gervonta Davis. | Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images Shane Mosley assesses some of the top names in the lightweight division. Fight Hype just recently caught up with Shane Mosley who gives his take on all the talent in the lightweight division, and breaks down some of the ...2023See more articles Shane Mosley
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• ‘He should be a superstar’: Hearn compares Shakur to Mayweather, Leonard
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• How Shakur Stevenson Can Move Past His “Bad Performance.’
By: Sean Crose Let's face facts, it was not a good fight. Indeed, it may well have been the worst fight I've ever seen and I've been a fan since the late 70s. Yes, Thursday night's WBC lightweight championship bout between Shakur Stevenson and Edwin De Los Santos really was that bad. Neither man threw many punches. What's more, the popular Stevenson didn't seem interested in throwing many punche...2023See more articles Sean Crose
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• PBC/Showtime Confirm Errol Spence vs. Terence Crawford
Wednesday afternoon saw Premier Boxing Champions and Showtime make it official: Errol Spence and Terence Crawford will meet for the undisputed world welterweight title July 29th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fighters had already "broken" the news themselves last week that after years of back and forth, the unified WBC/WBA/IBF champion Spence and the WBO titleholder Crawford are set to go. From the off...2023See also Terence Crawford
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