In the world of boxing, changes happen rapidly, sometimes overnight. The highly anticipated bout between Oscar Duarte and Regis Prograis has taken an unexpected turn with the announcement that Miguel Madueno will step in as Duarte’s new adversary for their showdown on February 15th at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The event, broadcast on
Photo Credit: Mikey Williams/Top Rank By Boxing Hit Staff- Sport, particularly boxing, often serves as a microcosm for broader societal issues, including racism and ignorance. As problematic dismissive as these issues are, they seem to find their way into even the most seemingly inconsequential events. The recent incident involving Keyshawn Davis, who received a
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Rivalries often ignite with a fiery intensity, but recent developments between Keyshawn Davis and Teofimo Lopez have added a significant layer of complexity. Davis has publicly asserted that he will not engage in a fight against Lopez due to what he perceives as a racist incident.
The boxing world has always been a hotbed of rivalries and brash personalities, but the recent spat between Oscar De La Hoya and Canelo Alvarez has elevated the drama to unprecedented levels. In a sharp rebuke delivered in a recent episode of “Clap Back Thursday,” De La Hoya directed critical remarks at Alvarez, labeling him
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Golden Boy Promotions has officially announced the rematch between William Zepeda (32-0, 27 KOs) and Tevin Farmer (33-7-1, 8 KOs). The card is set for March 29th in delightful Cancun, Mexico. This fight will mark a pivotal moment, with Zepeda defending his WBC interim lightweight title
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA As the countdown to the highly anticipated boxing match between Denys Berinchyk and Keyshawn Davis approaches, the atmosphere has intensified, culminating in a dramatic weigh-in. Both fighters tipped the scales at impressive weights, with Berinchyk at 134.6 lbs and Davis at 134.2 lbs, but it was
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Unexpected incidents can rapidly escalate tensions and media scrutiny, particularly in the days ahead of world title fights. Recently, Top Rank, a leading boxing promotion company, found itself at the center of a storm when a delivery of watermelons and bananas was sent to rising star
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA The decisions made by fighters and their camps often revolve around risk management and public perception. Young talent Xander Zayas recently revealed that he was offered a fight against the WBC interim junior middleweight champion, Vergil Ortiz Jr., scheduled for February 22nd in Riyadh. However, Ortiz’s
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Emotions run high and rivalries can escalate in unexpected ways when fighters meet ahead of world title fights. A recent incident involving rising star Keyshawn Davis and WBO lightweight champion Denys Berinchyk has sparked intense discussions and raised questions about accountability and character in the sport.
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY- The final press conference ahead of a world championship fight card often serves as a stage for fighters to promote their upcoming matchups. However, when Keyshawn Davis faced off against WBO lightweight champion Denys Berinchyk and his manager Alex Krassyuk, what should have been a routine media
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Boxing is no stranger to the ups and downs that accompany the career of any rising star, and Jared Anderson, known as “The Real Big Baby,” is no exception. Just a couple of years ago, he captivated audiences with a streak of exciting victories that showcased
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA As the spotlight shines on Oleksandr Usyk, the heavyweight champion who recently celebrated his 38th birthday, discussions regarding his future in boxing take precedence. Known for his agility and strategic prowess in the ring, Usyk has transitioned successfully from an undisputed cruiserweight to a formidable heavyweight
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA The lead-up to the highly anticipated lightweight title fight between Keyshawn Davis and WBO championship titleholder Denys Berinchyk took an unexpected turn this week, as tensions flared during an impromptu face-off. Scheduled for February 14th at Madison Square Garden Theater in New York City, the fight
The atmosphere surrounding the upcoming lightweight title bout between Denys Berinchyk and Keyshawn Davis is electric, destined to captivate boxing fans across the globe. Their match is set to headline a Top Rank event on February 14th at the iconic Madison Square Garden Theater in New York City. Berinchyk, a formidable challenger and the reigning
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA On May 3rd, boxing fans will witness an intriguing rematch in the super middleweight division as Jaime Munguia (44-2, 35 KOs) steps back into the ring to face Bruno Surace (26-0-2, 5 KOs) in Riyadh. This bout is set to co-headline the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez
By Maestro Amílcar Barnett M., The Bronx, NY, USA Former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. is setting the stage for a remarkable comeback as he reunites with his former trainer, Manny Robles, after a five-year split. This decision comes at a pivotal moment in Ruiz’s career, marked by a series of lackluster performances and