NEWPORT BEACH, CA (September 2, 2010) – It’s the biggest celebration in the history of Mexico, and on Wednesday, September 15th, at the Las Vegas Hilton, the Mexican Bicentennial will bear witness to some fistic fireworks, as Roy Englebrecht Promotions, in association with Promociones del Pueblo and Corona Extra, presents a world championship doubleheader in The Theater at the … [Read more...] about SEPTEMBER 15TH LAS VEGAS HILTON FIGHT CARD FEATURES TWO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS
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Limond trying to upset hero Morales on ‘Mexican Fiesta’ PPV show
HOBOKEN, N.J. (Sept. 1, 2010) – Scotsman Willie “Hands of Steel” Limond, WBU Lightweight Champion, will be a plaid matador to Mexican bull -- 5-time world champion in three different weight classes, Erik “Terrible” Morales -- in their September 11 showdown that headlines the “Mexican Fiesta” Pay-Per-View show live from Mexico City. … [Read more...] about Limond trying to upset hero Morales on ‘Mexican Fiesta’ PPV show
Watch Episode 7 of SHOWTIME FIGHT CAMP 360: Inside The Super Six World Boxing Classic
The newest episode of SHOWTIME Fight Camp 360: Inside The Super Six World Boxing Classic premieres Wednesday night, September 1, at 10:00 PM ET/PT on the SHOWTIME cable network. Fight Camp 360 episode 7 recaps the days leading up to the Andre Ward vs. Allan Green fight, the promoters round table as they discuss match-ups, including access to the training camps and lives of … [Read more...] about Watch Episode 7 of SHOWTIME FIGHT CAMP 360: Inside The Super Six World Boxing Classic
David Haye On Why He Isn’t Fighting Wladimir Klitschko (VIDEO)
Current WBA heavyweight champion of the world, David "Hayemaker" Haye, responded via YouTube on why the Wladimir Klitschko fight didn't happen and why it will probably never happen in the future. With allegations of ducking being thrown David Haye's way by the Klitschko brothers and boxing fans, Haye says that it's not the case, the reason the fight fell through was because … [Read more...] about David Haye On Why He Isn’t Fighting Wladimir Klitschko (VIDEO)
‘The Boxing 360 Series’ To be launched in New York City
NEW YORK (Sept. 1, 2010) – “The Boxing 360 Series,” presented by Bob Duffy’s Ring Promotions and sponsored by Boxing 360, will include three New York City-based shows in 2010, starting September 24 at Plattduetsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square. Other series dates are tentatively set for November 4 and December 10. “We want to keep the fighters in our stable busy … [Read more...] about ‘The Boxing 360 Series’ To be launched in New York City
R. I. MMA fans to taste ‘First Blood’ in historic show
PROVIDENCE (Aug. 31, 2010) – History will be made Friday night, Sept. 17 when “First Blood” becomes the first sanctioned, professional Mixed Martial Arts show ever held in Rhode Island. “First Blood,” presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc., (CES) will be held at the Twin River Event Center in Lincoln, RI. All fights feature three, … [Read more...] about R. I. MMA fans to taste ‘First Blood’ in historic show
Manny Pacquiao: “Margarito knew about the illegal hand wraps”
During an interview for Philippine Inqurier, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, the 7-division champion, gave his opinion on his current opponent, Antonio Margarito's, excuse that he didn't have any idea his trainer, Javier Capetillo, was putting plaster-like inserts in his gloves before the Mosley fight. … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao: “Margarito knew about the illegal hand wraps”
‘Sucra’ Ray Oliveira returns vs. Joey ‘KO Kid’ Spina
MASHANTUCKET, CT (Aug. 31, 2010) – Former world title challenger “Sucra” Ray Oliveira returns to the ring October 2nd for the first time in more than five years against world rated light heavyweight Joey “KO Kid” Spina, headlining the “Last Man Standing” card, in Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut. … [Read more...] about ‘Sucra’ Ray Oliveira returns vs. Joey ‘KO Kid’ Spina
“Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference
WHAT: “Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference WHO: VLADINE BIOSSE IBAHIEM “The Almighty” KING EBA Super Middleweight Champion Former Southeast Coast Champion Former U. of Rhode Island Football Player Former South Florida … [Read more...] about “Labor Daze” Official Weigh-In and Final Press Conference
Margarito Predicts KO Win Over Manny Pacquiao and Calls Out Oscar De La Hoya
Manny Pacquiao's November 13 opponent, Antonio Margarito, is growing more and more confident as the press-tour announcing the fight looms. Margarito was cleared to fight in the State of Texas after being rejected of a boxing license in California, the State he was originally suspended from because of loaded wraps being found in his gloves just minutes before he lost to … [Read more...] about Margarito Predicts KO Win Over Manny Pacquiao and Calls Out Oscar De La Hoya
Beibut Shumenov WBA/IBA Light Heavyweight World Champ On Fast Track To Boxing Stardom
LAST VEGAS (August 30, 2010) – WBA and IBA Light Heavyweight World Champion Beibut Shumenov took the fast track to become world champion, establishing a weight-class record along the way, and now he wants to accelerate his road to stardom. … [Read more...] about Beibut Shumenov WBA/IBA Light Heavyweight World Champ On Fast Track To Boxing Stardom
USMC Sgt. Jim Smith living out dream on ‘Labor Daze’ show
PROVIDENCE (Aug. 30, 2010) – U.S. Marine Sgt. James Smith has been in the ring at most Classic Entertainment and Sports, Inc. (CES) pro boxing shows at Twin River since 2008 as part of the Honor Guard accompanying the singing of the National Anthem. This Friday night, however, Smith will be out of uniform and wearing trunks for his pro debut. … [Read more...] about USMC Sgt. Jim Smith living out dream on ‘Labor Daze’ show
UFC 118 results: James Toney gets submitted in the first round by Randy Couture
The highly publicized UFC 118 "Boxing vs. UFC" match between James Toney and Randy Couture ended fairly quickly. Toney came in confident but in horrible shape, Couture came in looking lean and ready to go. Heavyweight boxing champion, James "Lights-Out" Toney, had no shot against Randy Couture's takedown, once the fight started James Toney got taken down and mounted by … [Read more...] about UFC 118 results: James Toney gets submitted in the first round by Randy Couture
Watch UFC 118 Penn-Edgar 2 and Toney vs. Couture Live!
The Ultimate Fighting Championship comes to Boston for the first time with UFC 118: Edgar vs. Penn 2 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The main-event is a rematch between former lightweight champion, B.J. Penn and current champion, Frankie Edgar. … [Read more...] about Watch UFC 118 Penn-Edgar 2 and Toney vs. Couture Live!
Bob Arum Releases Pacquiao-Margarito Ticket Price Info
Bob Arum, is preparing to travel back to the United States after vacationing in France to get ready for the upcoming 3-city press tour to announce the November 13, 2010 HBO PPV showdown between Manny Pacquiao and Antonio Margarito at the Dallas Cowboys stadium in Arlington, Texas. While enjoying the last few days of his two-week vacation in France, Arum told Nick Giongco of … [Read more...] about Bob Arum Releases Pacquiao-Margarito Ticket Price Info