Month: July 2019

Anthony Joshua Set to Fight for Career Against Ruiz in Rematch 

The rematch between Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz looks to be all systems with go, with promoter Eddie Hearn confirming that the bout will either take place in New York in November or Cardiff in December. Naturally, Joshua’s camp are leaning towards the rematch taking place in South Wales as the 29-year-old has a faultless record at the Principality Stadium. This, however, won’t be like any other fight that Joshua has had in Cardiff given that when he squared up against Carlos Takam and Joseph Parker, the Watford-born fighter still had an air of invincibility about him. Two flush punches from Andy Ruiz to the side of Joshua’s head smashed that illusion and now the Englishman is very much in a fight for his career when the two meet again. You can see Joshua being the one man to Read more [...]

Boxing brought Lamont Ingram back from deepest depths of despair to giving back to at-risk youths

Boxing brought Lamont Ingram back from deepest depths of despair to giving back to at-risk youths COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 8, 2019) - Former boxing prospect Lamont Ingram has survived hell on earth, which included him losing virtually everything in his life, and now he's giving back to at-risk youths in Jackson, Tennessee. Last month, Ingram was selected Most Outstanding Referee of USA Boxing's 2019 National Junior Olympics. Ingram's recovery is nothing short of incredible, especially considering he went from being an outstanding amateur boxer, who competed successfully in national amateur tournaments, to homelessness, blindness in both eyes, two failed suicide attempts and, unfortunately, much more despair. "I am no longer ashamed of what I went through Read more [...]

United Boxing Promotions signs another standout Canadian amateur, welterweight prospect Mark Smither

United Boxing Promotions signs   another standout Canadian amateur,   welterweight prospect Mark Smither BRAMPTON, Ontario, Canada - (July 8, 2019) - United Boxing Promotions (UBP) has signed yet another standout Canadian amateur boxer, welterweight Mark Smither, to an exclusive promotional contract. "I have been watching Mark fight at the top Canadian amateur level for a long time," UBP president Tyler Buxton said. "He is the type fighter everyone likes: he can box when he wants to and he isn't afraid to mix it up as well. Mark's just an overall likeable guy, in and out of the ring. I'm really looking forward to working with him. "I have known Mark's coach, Jack Ireland, for almost 20 years. I've been pushing him to turn his guys pro for many years Read more [...]

Greg Cohen Promotions Signs Undefeated Welterweight Reshard ‘Too Quick’ Hicks to a Promotional Contract

Greg Cohen Promotions Signs Undefeated Welterweight Reshard ‘Too Quick’ Hicks to a Promotional Contract Greg Cohen Promotions proudly announces the signing of Killeen, Texas-based welterweight Reshard “Too Quick” Hicks to a promotional contract. A naturally talented athlete from Tampa, Fla., Hicks was an All-American cornerback and long jumper at Fordham University before enlisting in the Army's 1st Cavalry Division as a mechanic and serving in Iraq. A successful recovery from stomach cancer led to Hicks’ retirement from the forces and his entrance into boxing at age 25. Wasting no time, the gifted Hicks was the Texas Regional Golden Glove Champion and State Champion in 2012 at 165lbs, finishing with a record of 21-6. He turned professional in 2013 and has already held Read more [...]

Arum – Kazakhstan goes global on Saturday

Arum: Kazakhstan goes global on Saturday Final press conference quotes ahead of Saturday's #MTKFightNight in Kazakhstan Boxing legend Bob Arum has vowed that Kazakhstan boxing will go global following this weekend’s huge #MTKFightNight event at the Barys Arena in Nur-Sultan – live on ESPN+ in association with Top Rank and on iFL TV. A who’s who of boxing royalty was in attendance at today’s press conference, including Arum, with the Top Rank founder and CEO making his first trip to Kazakhstan to witness the unbelievable night of action. The main event of Saturday’s card sees Kazakh hero Zhankosh Turarov (23-0, 16 KOs) take on Mauro Godoy Read more [...]

Devin Haney Gives Back to his Community, Volunteers to Feed Homeless Youth in Las Vegas

DEVIN "THE DREAM" HANEY Gives Back to his Community, Volunteers to Feed Homeless Youth in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NV (June 3, 2019) - Yesterday, undefeated lightweight contender, Devin "The Dream" Haney (22-0, 14 KOs) was a volunteer at the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) in Las Vegas.  Devin spoke with the youth that were present and served food during lunch. Haney, who is coming off a "Knockout of the Year" performance against Antonio Moran, is on the cusp of fighting for his first word title and is considered one of the top fighters in boxing. He is grateful for the opportunity to serve his community by giving back. "Thank you, Rachel and staff, at Nevada Partnerships for Homeless Youth for giving me the opportunity to meet so many Read more [...]

Heavyweights Franklin and Forrest APredicting Knockouts on Shobox: The New Generation

NEW YORK – July 1, 2019 – Both Jermaine Franklin and Jerry “Slugger” Forrest are predicting knockouts when the two heavyweights face off in the main event of ShoBox: The New Generation on Friday, July 12. Franklin (18-0, 13 KOs) from Saginaw, Mich., and Forrest (25-2, 19 KOs), of Newport News, Va., will meet in the 10-round main event live on SHOWTIME (10 p.m. ET/PT) from Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, Wash. Battle at the Boat 122 is presented by Salita Promotions and Brian Halquist Productions. In the co-featured bout, undefeated Swedish heavyweight and top-10 ranked contender Otto Wallin (20-0, 13 KOs) will battle former world title challenger BJ Flores (34-4-1, 21 KOs) in a 10-round clash. The opening bout of the tripleheader telecast will feature a match-up of undefeated Read more [...]

Hanshaw WBF World Champion in Impressive Fashion

Travis “Rattlesnake” Hanshaw won the vacant World Boxing Federation (WBF) World Super Middleweight title in impressive fashion on Saturday night, June 29, impressively defeating game co-challenger Aaron Quattrocchi.  In the main event of a show promoted by East Coast Promotions at the Boyd County Community Center in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Hanshaw boxed brilliantly, showcasing dazzling hand-speed and great movement, dominating the fight with plenty of effective combinations. “Quiet Storm” Quattrocchi, strong and willing, did well to never stop trying his best to turn the tide, but Hanshaw, spurred on by his many home-town fans from nearby Ashland, was just a level above and out-boxed him for much of the way. After twelve rounds of action there was no question who the winner was, Read more [...]

Cuevas Preparing for War in ‘Puerto Rico vs. Mexico’ Matchup Against Beltran at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and Live on Boxeo Telemundo Friday, July 12

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (July 1, 2019) - WBA #13-rated welterweight Derrieck “Pretty Boy” Cuevas is training ferociously in preparation to defend his homeland in a classic “Puerto Rico vs. Mexico” televised 10-round main event onFriday, July 12. Cuevas (21-0-1, 14 KOs) of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, will defend his WBA Fedelatin Welterweight Championship against Los Mochis, Mexico’s Jesus Alberto “Barretero” Beltran(17-2-2, 10 KOs) in the headlining bout of Kris Lawrenceand The Heavyweight Factory’s, in association with All Star Boxing, “Championship Fight Series” at Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinoHollywood. Championship Fight Series’ featured bouts will be televised live on the most popular boxing series on Hispanic television Boxeo Read more [...]

Brandon Adams Proves He Belongs on the World Stage

PHILADELPHIA / LOS ANGELES - July 1, 2019 -This past Saturday night, Brandon Adams announced himself as a top contender as he put on a gutsy performance against undefeated WBC World Middleweight Champion Jermall Charlo in Charlo's hometown of Houston. The bout was the main event that and was televised live on SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING®, in which Adams gave a strong account for himself. Adams took some of the best shots that the power punching Charlo could throw, and not only was Adams never hurt in the fight, in the later rounds, he began to take the fight to the hometown champion. "I was ready to risk it all.  I went into the fight looking to dominate and get the stoppage victory.  I knew going into the fight that is what I needed to do going into his hometown," said Adams. Adams Read more [...]