Madrimov vs. Walker: Inviting Tragedy
By Caryn A. Tate on August 18, 2020
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Fighters are hard-pressed to admit that they’re hurt. (photo: Ed Mulholland/Matchroom)
Even when proper precautions are taken, sometimes there can still be a negative outcome. But what about when there are clear warning signs that go unheeded, such as in Walker’s case? It’s inviting a tragic outcome… READ MORE
Herring retains title via DQ over Oquendo
By Robert Ecksel on September 5, 2020
The champ intended to box, while the challenger came to brawl. (Mikey Williams/Top Rank)
“I wasn’t too satisfied with my performance, to be honest with you,” said Herring after the fight. “I didn’t want it to end like that. I’m disappointed with the outcome. But my team felt it was too much. So we just had to stop it or whatever…” READ MORE
By Robert Ecksel on November 22, 2021
Not to be outdone, Crawford dropped a bombshell of his own. (Photo: Chase Stevens/AP)
Porter was ahead on the scorecards after five rounds. Crawford took control in the sixth and slowly broke Shawn Porter down. After the knockdowns, Shawn's father and trainer, Kenny Porter, stopped the fight. It was a gutsy, heart-wrenching loss... READ MORE
Red Alert! Cruising with Canelo
By Robert Ecksel on November 18, 2021
He could retire tomorrow and waltz into Canastota, with or without a cruiserweight belt.
Having already won titles at junior middleweight, middleweight, super middleweight, and light heavyweight, this move from 168 to 190 pounds is Canelo’s latest bid at immortality. All that stands in his way are Ilunga Makabu and Don King… READ MORE
By Richard E. Baker on November 15, 2021
Davis attempted to hang in and tried to give as good as he could. (Photo: Richard E. Baker)
Although he was constantly being pummeled and beaten about, Davis refused to quit. Just when he looked like he was finished, he battled back as best he could. His corner attempted to stop the fight on several occasions. Davis refused... READ MORE