Paulie Malignaggi Says Canelo Alvarez Cannot Handle Christian Mbilli’s Non-Stop Pace
Paulie Malignaggi believes Christian Mbilli has the style to defeat Canelo Alvarez, arguing that relentless pressure and a high work rate create the type of fight the Mexican star has struggled with throughout his career. Malignaggi explained that…
$5 Million Demand Ends Keyshawn Davis Title Opportunity
Mike Coppinger revealed Saturday that Keyshawn Davis rejected a $3 million offer to challenge Devin Haney for the WBO welterweight title before the fight proceeded to a purse bid. After Top Rank won the bid, Davis’ share dropped to approximately $2.13…
Mike Tyson Solves Tony Tucker To Unify Titles
Mike Tyson finalized one of boxing’s most significant championship collections on August 1, 1987, when he defeated Tony Tucker by a 12-round unanimous decision at the Las Vegas Hilton in Paradise, Nevada. Before a crowd of 7,419, the 21-year-old WBA and…
Shakur Stevenson Wants Lamont Roach Jr. After Zepeda Fight
Shakur Stevenson publicly rooted for Lamont Roach Jr. on Friday night, making clear he wants Roach to defeat William Zepeda so they can fight for recognition as boxing’s best lightweight. “F*** it, Lamont go to work so me and u can bang out for the best…
Wilfred BenÃtez Launches Third Title Run Against Tony Chiaverini
Wilfred BenÃtez began his climb toward a third world championship on August 1, 1980, stopping rugged contender Tony Chiaverini after eight rounds at the Caesars Palace Sports Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. The former WBC welterweight champion had moved…