By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The history of boxing has seen many greats, but few can claim the tumultuous and compelling journey of Ron Lyle. In the mid-1970s, Lyle faced some of the fiercest heavyweights to ever step into the ring, including a memorable set of clashes against Earnie Shavers and George Foreman. These bouts
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By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The impending match between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 26th has ignited conversation and debate amongst British boxing fans. Advertised as a monumental clash in the UK, this matchup seems to evoke little to no excitement beyond the shores of England and
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. In a highly anticipated match in Tokyo today, Naoya Inoue, the reigning champion at 122 pounds, showcased his formidable boxing skills by delivering yet another devastating knockout. Facing Ye Joon Kim, a late replacement, Inoue employed a strategic approach typical of his fighting style, analyzing his opponent’s movements in the
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The stage is always seems set for captivating matchups that can redefine careers, particularly in boxing’s lower weight classes. Lightweight contender Andy Cruz, with a record of 4-0, is poised to make a significant mark during his upcoming bout against Omar Salcido on Saturday night at The Cosmopolitan in Las
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. Drama often spills beyond the ring and into the public forum in the social media age. This was certainly exemplified when Bill Haney, father and manager to rising star Devin Haney, reacted to Oscar De La Hoya’s scathing remarks directed at him during a recent episode of Clapback Thursday. De
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The buzz around impending matchups often generates excitement and anticipation that transcends the ring. One such clash poised to capture the imaginations of fight fans is the upcoming unification bout between Eimantas Stanionis and Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. Set for April 12th at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall, this matchup carries significant
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The boxing world is abuzz as Oscar De La Hoya lays down the gauntlet for Devin Haney, laying out a crucial scenario where Haney must win his upcoming fight against Jose Ramirez on May 2nd. This fight, taking place on Turki Al-Sheikh’s card at Times Square, has pivotal implications for
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. As fans eagerly anticipate the February 1 showdown at The T-Mobile Arena, one of the most exciting bouts slated for the night features the Mexican warriors Angel Fierro and Isaac Cruz. Though the spotlight may initially be on the light-heavyweight clash between David Benavidez and David Morrell, Fierro has high
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. In Japan, excitement surges for the return of Naoya “Monster” Inoue. Media and fans alike are likely more interested in Inoue than they are in his late replacement opponent, Korean Ye Joon Kim. In other parts of the world, fans are not exactly gathering with bated breath in anticipation of
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. 2024 was a turbulent year for Tim Tszyu. In 2025 there is a possibility of a showdown between Keith Thurman and Tszyu. A summer fight that, if it materializes, promises to reignite the careers of both fighters. Originally slated for March 30 of the previous year, their clash fell apart
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. Sometimes, fights can reverberate across divisions, shaping the careers of fighters and scorching new paths for champions. The upcoming bout between David Morrell and David Benavidez on February 1st is poised to be a pivotal moment in the light heavyweight division. This match, pitting the No. 3 and No. 4
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. When discussing the remarkable careers of elite boxers in boxing’s modern 12-round era, few names stand out as prominently as those of Manny Pacquiao and Naoya Inoue. The former is often hailed as one of the most accomplished fighters in history, while the latter is rapidly climbing the ranks, capturing
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. Keith Thurman’s on-again off-again return to the ring faces imminent scrutiny as he prepares to clash with Australian contender Brock Jarvis on March 12, 2023, at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney. The former WBA and WBC welterweight champion, now 36 years old with a record of 30-1 (22 KOs), seeks
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The rematch between William Zepeda and Tevin Farmer is set to take place on March 29th in Cancun, Mexico. This bout comes in light of their previous clash on November 16th, where Zepeda emerged victorious in a 10-round decision with a record of 32 wins (27 by knockout). Fans and
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. Sebastian Fundora, currently holding the WBC and WBO titles in the 154-pound division with an impressive record of 21 wins, one loss, and one draw, is reportedly preparing for his next title defense against Chordale Booker. This match is scheduled for March, set to take place in Las Vegas and
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M. The anticipation surrounding high-stakes matchups often comes with nuanced decisions made by fighters and their teams. Recently, the decision of Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney to engage in tune-up fights instead of a direct rematch—for which fans were eager—shows a possible miscalculation in strategy, reflecting the complex dynamics between risk