In a recent report from Inquirer.net, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton gave her opinion on the upcoming Nov. 14th, boxing match between Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto. When Hillary Clinton was asked about the upcoming HBO Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto bout in Las Vegas she gave a firm answer “Of course the Pacman’s going to win, is there any doubt?”. The comment … [Read more...] about Hillary Clinton picks Manny Pacquiao to win against Miguel Cotto
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Mike Tyson Arrested After Fighting With Paparazzi At LAX
Former heavyweight boxing Champ, Mike Tyson was arrested for roughing up some Paparazzi photographer at LAX on Nov. 11. Around 5:20 pm, Tyson got into an altercation with a paparazzo at Terminal 7 at the United Airlines counter. Reports are that one of the men involved in the brawl was hurt and bloodied as blood covered the counter where the incident took place. … [Read more...] about Mike Tyson Arrested After Fighting With Paparazzi At LAX
Pacquiao vs. Cotto “Firepower” Pre-Fight Press Conference (Video)
Wednesday Nov. 11, both combatants held the final press conference for their big showdown on Saturday Nov. 14, at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. Las Vegas Mayor Oscar B. Goodman kicked off the press conference by giving Miguel Cotto and Manny Pacquiao keys to the city. Watch what both fighters and their teams had to say before the big fight. … [Read more...] about Pacquiao vs. Cotto “Firepower” Pre-Fight Press Conference (Video)
(Video) Miguel Cotto’s Las Vegas Arrival
Miguel Cotto and his team arrive in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino for his upcoming fight with Filipino sensation Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao. Miguel is greeted by fans and answers some quick questions. HBO boxing 24/7 "Pacquiao/Cotto" series finale will air Nov. 13th, catch the replay of previous Pacquiao/Cotto 24/7 episodes on HBO ON DEMAND. Firepower - … [Read more...] about (Video) Miguel Cotto’s Las Vegas Arrival
Another Boxer Accuses Manny Pacquiao Of Taking Steroids!
(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) In a radio interview with Ring Talk, host Pedro Fernandez asked boxer Kermit Cintron about the upcoming HBO Pacquiao vs. Cotto fight, Kermit Cintron, who fights at the 147 and 154 pound weight classes, told Fernandez that he believes Manny Pacquiao is on some type of steroids/enhancers. "I just think that... I honestly think that he is taking … [Read more...] about Another Boxer Accuses Manny Pacquiao Of Taking Steroids!
Boxing Legend Carlos Ortiz “I Fell In Love With The Philippines”
In a recent interview with El Nuevo Dia, Puerto Rican boxing legend Carlos Ortiz shares his thoughts on the upcoming Pacquiao vs. Cotto fight, and recalls his time in the Philippines. Ortiz compares Pacquiao to the late Flash Elorde (Ortiz fought Elorde in 1964, 1966 and won both fights by ko in the 14th round) and believes Pacquiao will present problems for Miguel … [Read more...] about Boxing Legend Carlos Ortiz “I Fell In Love With The Philippines”
David Beats Goliath! Haye Wins WBA Heavyweight Title
(Photo by Thomas Langer/Bongarts/Getty Images) Update: Before the fight David Haye talked about wanting to KO the Russian giant Valuev, but he had to settle for a majority decision victory over the 7'2 giant. Haye looked like a Heavyweight version of Willie Pep against Nikolai Valuev. Valuev had trouble with the elusive movements of Haye throughout the fight. Haye's … [Read more...] about David Beats Goliath! Haye Wins WBA Heavyweight Title
Watch David Haye vs. Nikolai Valuev, a modern day David and Goliath
(AP Photo/Eckehard Schulz) When British boxer David Haye stood face to face with the Russian Giant WBA Heavyweight Champion Nikolai Valuev, the size difference was evident. Nikolai Valuev is 7'2 and weighed in at 315.9 pounds. David Haye is 6'3 and weighed in at a career high of 218 pounds. … [Read more...] about Watch David Haye vs. Nikolai Valuev, a modern day David and Goliath
Juan Diaz vs. Paulie Malignaggi rematch set for Dec. 12 on HBO B.A.D
On August 22, 2009, Juan "The Baby Bull" Diaz won a unanimous decision over Paulie "Magic Man" Malignaggi at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, Diaz hometown. The win was very controversial and had many boxing fans claiming it was a hometown decision robbery in favor of Diaz. After many rounds of negotiations between Golden Boy Promotions(Diaz promoter) and Lou Dibella … [Read more...] about Juan Diaz vs. Paulie Malignaggi rematch set for Dec. 12 on HBO B.A.D
Interact with Manny Pacquiao LIVE on Ustream at 5pm PT Saturday, Nov. 7th!
Fans will have an opportunity to get to know professional fighter Manny Pacquiao during a live event and webcast in Los Angeles on Saturday at 5pm PT. "Under the Hood," a new series of events sponsored by Nike Sportswear, aims to bring fans and star athletes together through live Q&A in-person and through the web. The event will broadcast live on Ustream at … [Read more...] about Interact with Manny Pacquiao LIVE on Ustream at 5pm PT Saturday, Nov. 7th!
Miguel Cotto Open Media Workout Photos (Los Angeles)
WBO welterweight champion Miguel Cotto held a media day workout at the Pound4Pound(lb 4 lb) boxing gym in Los Angeles, California on Nov. 3rd, 2009. After the workout Miguel Cotto spoke with the media and press on his upcoming fighting with Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines. The boxing match is titled "FIREPOWER" and is scheduled for November 14th at the MGM Grand hotel & … [Read more...] about Miguel Cotto Open Media Workout Photos (Los Angeles)
Hall of Fame Ref Lou Filippo passes away at 83
Lou with Eva Futch (Photo: George Garcia) Lou Filippo, a referee and boxing judge for over 30 years, passed away on Monday Nov. 2nd, in Los Angeles. He was 83 years old. Before Lou started refereeing and judging fights he served in World War II. Filippo also boxed professionally in California as a lightweight from 1947 -1957, his record was (23-9-3-8 KOs) … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame Ref Lou Filippo passes away at 83
Rashad Holloway Vs. Francisco “Gato” Figueroa Tonight On ESPN
A week before the big Vegas boxing match on Nov. 14th(HBO Pay Per View) between Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto, the two men who helped get the fighters ready will go at it on ESPN Wednesday night fights tonight Nov. 4th on ESPN 2 5:00 pm Pacific Time. Rashad Holloway a welterweight who trains at the Wild Card Boxing Club in Hollywood, California, has helped the pound for … [Read more...] about Rashad Holloway Vs. Francisco “Gato” Figueroa Tonight On ESPN
(Video) Manny Pacquiao Sings For The Crowd On Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Manny Pacman Pacquiao was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and was asked to sing for the audience. Pacquiao was there to promote his up coming boxing match with Miguel Cotto on Nov. 14th. The Filipino fighter will wrap up his training camp this week and travel to Las Vegas, Nevada for the final leg of training. The Vegas boxing tickets are pretty much sold out but closed … [Read more...] about (Video) Manny Pacquiao Sings For The Crowd On Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Was Manny Pacquiao Avoiding The IRS?
By Erwin Lastimosa Manny Pacquiao has been a world title holder spanning many different weightclasses. The vast majority of his boxing matches in recent years have taken place in the United States. As such, his income from these boxing matches is taxable in the U.S. and he must comply with IRS law (substantial presence test). The United States is very strict in it's … [Read more...] about Was Manny Pacquiao Avoiding The IRS?