Another fascinating Q&A session with one of the greatest post-war European boxers, Chris Eubank Sr. We delve into his early career and thoughts on his best fights and ring displays and just why he never crossed the pond. Be inspired! … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Senior details difficult rise to top
Interviews
Chris Eubank Senior discusses boxing technique
Former WBO middleweight/super-middleweight crown-holder from 1990 to 1995, and Global Sports Star and British Celebrity, Chris Eubank Senior was one of the slickest and most efficient boxers on the circuit in the 90s -- often able to win fights with a very low out-put based on a slippery, backfoot style, punching accuracy and pleasing aesthetics. … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Senior discusses boxing technique
Q&A with Jeff Mayweather, De Vaca Debut is Official & Ring News
Arizona Boxing News & Notes With Don Smith Boxingt Fans, Q & A Introduction: "Jazzy" Jeff Mayweather's boxing legacy is secure by virtue of winning the IBO super featherweight title from John Roby on April 21, 1994, a title which he defended two times. After a successful career in the ring, Jeff followed in the footsteps of his brothers and became a well respected … [Read more...] about Q&A with Jeff Mayweather, De Vaca Debut is Official & Ring News
Chris Eubank Sr talks discipline, his sons and heroes
Talk to us about the dedication required to be a pro boxer? Chris Eubank Sr (CESR): Oh, you want to talk about dedication, oh my God. OK... There is a thing called the 'Warriors Code', and what does it mean? Well... It means you have got to be clean. You have to be in the gym every day, on the road every day. If you put the hours in, you enjoy the reward. … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Sr talks discipline, his sons and heroes
Miguel “Mikito” Soto returns with TKO victory
After one year of inactivity, Puerto Rican super featherweight puncher, Miguel "Mikito" Soto ( 11-0, 11 KO ) returned with his power by defeating John Wampash (1-8-2, 1KO) by TKO in fourth round, in a boxing card celebrated last Saturday, April 20, at the Manuel "Petaca" Iguina Coliseum in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. … [Read more...] about Miguel “Mikito” Soto returns with TKO victory
Chris Eubank Sr Talks Persistence And Skill!
On Persistence Being Key; I won five or six world title fights against opponents who had more talent and ability than I had, and I won because I was persistent. I would say Nigel Benn, Gary Stretch, Graciano Rocchigiani, Dan Schommer, the American Lindell Holmes, and Michael (Watson) in our second fight were all better than me. The two world title fights I lost to Steve … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Sr Talks Persistence And Skill!
Former World Champion Boxer Chris Eubank Sr Career Q&A Session
One of the finest European fighters ever (who started his boxing journey in America), Chris Eubank, kindly takes time to detail his career, from his days in the Bronx as an amateur and young pro, to his days trading blows with most of Britain's and the World's best. Enjoy. … [Read more...] about Former World Champion Boxer Chris Eubank Sr Career Q&A Session
Chris Eubank Sr. on why/how he beat Nigel Benn and Michael Watson
By Keith Lambert Misunderstood was one word to describe Chris Eubank in his early prime days. Mistakenly thought of as obscenely arrogant, Eubank was merely proud and focused, and his body language reflected this in the ring. … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank Sr. on why/how he beat Nigel Benn and Michael Watson
Q&A with former World Champ Chris Eubank Sr (GBR)
By Keith Lambert When did you first believe that you could be world champion in boxing? There was a fighter called Dennis Milton in the Bronx, who peaked in the amateur ranks and who defeated Iran Barkley and Michael Nunn at that level. I always equalled this fighter Milton in sparring. My first 10 fights I took for money and I had no concrete intention of taking it … [Read more...] about Q&A with former World Champ Chris Eubank Sr (GBR)
Mike Tyson: Pacquiao would beat Mayweather
“IN DEPTH WITH GRAHAM BENSINGER” – SHOW NOTES AND VIDEO CLIPS 12/1/12 Graham Bensinger Sits Down With Boxing Hall of Famer Mike Tyson MIKE TYSON ON DRUGS, WOMEN, MONEY, SUCCESS, BRAD PITT, MANNY PACQUIAO AND FLOYD MAYWEATHER LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – On this episode of “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” Graham Bensinger sits down with Mike Tyson at the Hall of Famer’s Nevada … [Read more...] about Mike Tyson: Pacquiao would beat Mayweather
Chris Eubank on Current Affairs
By Keith Lambert Chris Eubank on David Price and Tyson Fury Whether these giants can meet European and even World level remains to be seen. Of the two giants, Fury has all the advantages in youth, height, reach, experience and style and I would favour him over David Price. But that's not to say that David isn't a dangerman in his own right - he may well be. Who knows? He … [Read more...] about Chris Eubank on Current Affairs
Q&A With Former WBO 160/168 lb. King, Chris Eubank Sr
What got you started? I was working as a janitor at a gym in New York when I was 16 and started sparring. I had already been a street fighter in London, practicing Kung Fu moves I had seen from Kung Fu movies on Caucasian skinheads. … [Read more...] about Q&A With Former WBO 160/168 lb. King, Chris Eubank Sr
VIDEO: Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez on ESPN First Take
Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez were guests on ESPN's "First Take" and finally sat down with hosts Skip Bayless and Stephen A. Smith to discuss their upcoming fourth fight on December 8, 2012 which will take place on HBO pay-per-view. Smith and Bayless are well known for going back and forth on different sport topics, including the super fight that everyone has been … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez on ESPN First Take
Boxing Legend Chris Eubank Sr on London 2012 Olympics
By Keith Lambert Boxing legend Chris Eubank Sr gives inspiring words ahead of Olympics. "I remember living in New York City and watching the Los Angeles Olympics and being inspired by the poetry and form of Carl Lewis, Pernell Whitaker and the top gymnasts. I was on heat to train. … [Read more...] about Boxing Legend Chris Eubank Sr on London 2012 Olympics
Talking training with “Simply the Best”, Chris Eubank speaks gym
By Keith Lambert Finding out how the greats train/trained is often fascinating for gym-goers themselves, and one man who always looked the part and showed springing bombasity in the ring was Chris Eubank Sr. I ask for his thoughts on certain aspects of boxing training and here's what he said! … [Read more...] about Talking training with “Simply the Best”, Chris Eubank speaks gym