Category Archives: Boxing

Introducing Quan Paxton, a new face in the corner of Sergey Kovalev

Quan Paxton, far left, with Sergey Kovalev and the crew following the Bernard Hopkins victory (Photo: Instagram)

By Chris Robinson

On Saturday, Nov. 8, Russian-born Sergey Kovalev left another stamp on the boxing world with a rousing, dominant 12-round unanimous decision over living legend Bernard Hopkins in Atlantic City.

The victory for the 31-year old Kovalev, who added Hopkins’ WBA and IBF titles to go with his WBO light heavyweight belt, is profound, as it helped wrap up another huge year for him. During the match, Kovalev showed grit and guile, never falling into Hopkins’ traps while boxing wisely and showing glimpses of his heralded power.
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Exclusive photos: Lanell ‘KO’ Bellows and Andrew ‘Beast’ Tabiti sparring ahead of 12/12 returns

Lanell Bellows, left, and Andrew Taibiti, right, at the Mayweather Boxing Club (Photo: Chris Robinson)

These days, as is the case any time throughout the year, if you step inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Nevada you will find cruiserweight prospect Andrew Tabiti (8-0, 8 KO’s) and his boxing brethren Lanell Bellows (9-1-1, 6 KO’s) putting in serious work.
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Brandon Rios and Mike Alvarado set for trilogy showdown Jan. 24 [An exclusive look back]

Brandon Rios and Mike Alvarado will meet for a third time on Jan. 24 (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Brandon Rios and Mike Alvarado are getting ready to settle their score.

The two former junior welterweight champions, who have split a pair of thrilling fights, will meet for a third time on Jan. 24 at the 1STBANK Center in Broomfield, Col., right outside of Alvarado’s hometown of Denver. HBO will televise the rubbermatch, just as they did the first two matches.

Rios (32-2-1, 23 KO’s) stopped Alvarado in under seven rounds in October of 2012 in an absolute firefight of a match in Southern California that left the boxing world buzzing.
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Roger Mayweather wants to see his nephew face Manny Pacquiao: ‘That’s one of the biggest fights that people talk about. I think that the fight should happen’

Roger Mayweather talking that talk

By Chris Robinson

While he will never be confused for a diehard Manny Pacquiao fan, veteran trainer and former two-division world champion Roger Mayweather has seemed to gain a little bit of respect for the Filipino icon in recent times.

Pacquiao is fresh off of a 12-round blitzing of gritty but outmatched Chris Algieri in Macau, China this past weekend and Roger feels that the eight-division champion from General Santos City is ready for a crack at the man regarded as the best fighter in the world, his nephew Floyd.
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LaDarius Miller declares WAR in San Antonio with Dec. 12 opponent James Burns

‘Memphis’ is ready for WAR (Photo: Instagram)

By Chris Robinson

It’s been nearly three years now since we linked up with young and bullish LaDarius Miller inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club.

Having then traveled on bus from his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee, it was easy to spot that Miller had some good ol’ fashioned Southern attitude in him, but it was coupled with a modest and determined approach that led you to believe he would be someone to keep an eye on.
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Nate Jones says Maywearther ‘rapes’ Pacquiao; calls Algieri a ‘D level’ fighter

HustleBoss.com catches up with trainer and former 1996 bronze medalist Nate Jones inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club, as he speaks on Manny Pacquiao’s dominant victory over Chris Algieri and the possibility of a match with his friend Floyd Mayweather.
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Nate Jones says Maywearther ‘rapes’ Pacquiao; calls Algieri a ‘D level’ fighter

HustleBoss.com catches up with trainer and former 1996 bronze medalist Nate Jones inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club, as he speaks on Manny Pacquiao’s dominant victory over Chris Algieri and the possibility of a match with his friend Floyd Mayweather.
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Heavyweight hopeful Kurtis Taylor gunning for gold at the 2016 Olympics in Rio

HustleBoss.com catches up with heavyweight hopeful Kurtis Taylor inside of Barry’s Boxing in Las Vegas, to discuss the latest with his amateur career, including his goals of winning gold at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Heavyweight hopeful Kurtis Taylor gunning for gold at the 2016 Olympics in Rio

HustleBoss.com catches up with heavyweight hopeful Kurtis Taylor inside of Barry’s Boxing in Las Vegas, to discuss the latest with his amateur career, including his goals of winning gold at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Bob Arum admits that he considers Terence Crawford a possible foe for Manny Pacquiao in the future

Terence Crawford was sharp vs. Ray Beltran (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

On Saturday night, reining WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford was razor sharp in winning a commanding decision over former title challenger and proven threat Ray Beltran.

Often switching from orthodox to southpaw throughout the match, Crawford (25-0, 17 KO’s) just had too much grit and versatility on his favor, as scorecards reading 120-108 and 119-109 twice were in the favor of ‘Bud’.
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Photos: Another view of Terence Crawford’s victory over Ray Beltran

More coverage from the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Neb. as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford defeats a game Ray Beltran over 12 rounds. Beltran was tough but Crawford was simply too versatile with his attack, as he improves to 25-0 with 17 KO’s while calling for a move to 140 pounds.

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Photos: Another view of Terence Crawford’s victory over Ray Beltran

More coverage from the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Neb. as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford defeats a game Ray Beltran over 12 rounds. Beltran was tough but Crawford was simply too versatile with his attack, as he improves to 25-0 with 17 KO’s while calling for a move to 140 pounds.

All photos courtesy of Naoki Fukuda

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Bermane Stiverne could be in trouble if he tries brawling with Deontay Wilder, says Javonta Charles

HustleBoss.com catches up with rising heavyweight prospect Javonta Charles, as he gives his thoughts on the upcoming Bermane Stiverne vs. Deontay Wilder showdown.
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Bermane Stiverne could be in trouble if he tries brawling with Deontay Wilder, says Javonta Charles

HustleBoss.com catches up with rising heavyweight prospect Javonta Charles, as he gives his thoughts on the upcoming Bermane Stiverne vs. Deontay Wilder showdown.
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Virgil Hunter on the importance of Amir Khan vs. Devon Alexander

HustleBoss.com speaks with Northern California trainer Virgil Hunter, as he discusses the Dec. 13 Amir Khan vs. Devon Alexander clash.
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Virgil Hunter on the importance of Amir Khan vs. Devon Alexander

HustleBoss.com speaks with Northern California trainer Virgil Hunter, as he discusses the Dec. 13 Amir Khan vs. Devon Alexander clash.
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Photos: Terence Crawford puts his skills on display, handles Ray Beltan over 12

Photos from the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Neb. as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford wins a wide decision over former title challenger and top contender Ray Beltran over 12 rounds. Beltran was game and tough but simply couldn’t keep pace with the more dynamic, younger champion.

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Photos: Terence Crawford puts his skills on display, handles Ray Beltan over 12

Photos from the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Neb. as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford wins a wide decision over former title challenger and top contender Ray Beltran over 12 rounds. Beltran was game and tough but simply couldn’t keep pace with the more dynamic, younger champion.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina and Mikey Williams (Top Rank)

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Mickey Rourke talks post-fight following his 2nd round exhibition TKO in Moscow

Mickey Rourke speaks to Marc Abrams in Moscow, Russia following his recent 2nd round TKO victory in a boxing exhibiton match vs. 29-year old Elliot Seymour.
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Mickey Rourke talks post-fight following his 2nd round exhibition TKO in Moscow

Mickey Rourke speaks to Marc Abrams in Moscow, Russia following his recent 2nd round TKO victory in a boxing exhibiton match vs. 29-year old Elliot Seymour.
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