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Tim Bradley’s spirits high; ripped physique ahead of Diego Chaves showdown

Tim Bradley is once again locked and loaded headed into battle (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

If there is ever anything you can say about former two-division world titlist Tim Bradley, it’s that the Palm Springs native is always in tremendous shape.

Bradley faces off with hard-pressing Diego Chaves on Saturday night from The Cosmpolitan in Las Vegas in an HBO attraction and his pristine physique was once again on display on Wednesday afternoon.
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Photos: Tim Bradley arrives in Las Vegas ahead of Diego Chaves showdown

Tim Bradley in Las Vegas ahead of his match with Diego Chaves (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

Moments ago, former two-division world champion Timothy Bradley made his official arrival to Las Vegas ahead of his showdown with tough Argentinean Diego Chaves.
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Brandon Rios and Robert Garcia hit Denver to officially announce Alvarado III

Brandon Rios and Robert Garcia have landed in Denver (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

A crucial match for former lightweight champion Brandon Rios is just around the corner, as a third encounter with all-action Mike Alvarado is slated for Jan. 24 in Broomfield, Co.

This figures to be somewhat of litmus test on where Rios’ career stands at the moment.
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Mickey Bey says he knew years back that Terence Crawford would be champion

Terence Crawford following his match with Ray Beltran last Saturday (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

On Nov. 29, WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford easily handled rugged former title challenger Ray Beltran over 12 rounds. Showing great movement and the ability to switch from lefty to righty throughout the night, Crawford was simply a few steps ahead of his courageous opponent, winning by scores of 120-108 and 119-109 twice.

Crawford has established himself as one of the rising faces in the the sport of boxing and he is also becoming a staple on HBO’s airwaves. And while he was a bit of an unknown commodity a few years back, not everyone has been shocked to see such success coming from the Omaha, Neb. native.
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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)

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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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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)

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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.

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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.

All photos courtesy of Naoki Fukuda

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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)

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Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Photos: Terence Crawford vs. Ray Beltran weigh in

Photos from Omaha, Neb., as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford and top contender Ray Beltran weigh in ahead of their showdown on HBO. The defending champion Crawford weighed in at 135 pounds while Beltran was 134.8.

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Photos: Terence Crawford vs. Ray Beltran weigh in

Photos from Omaha, Neb., as WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford and top contender Ray Beltran weigh in ahead of their showdown on HBO. The defending champion Crawford weighed in

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Photos: Evgeny Gradovich and Jayson Velez come face to face ahead of HBO showdown

Photos from Omaha, Neb. as IBF featherweight champion Evgeny Gradovich and contender Jayson Velez meet ahead of their HBO showdown this weekend from the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Neb.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Bob Arum: ‘We would like to fight Floyd Mayweather in the first six months of this coming year’

Manny Pacquiao dropped Chris Algieri six times during his victory in Macau, China (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

This past Saturday night, in Macau, China, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao again reminded the world why he is one of the game’s most dominant prizefighters with his 12-round domination over brave Chris Algieri.

Pacquiao was sharp, dropping his younger for six times over the course of their match, and the lopsided scores in his favor were well deserved.
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Photos: Ray Beltran gunning to upset Terence Crawford on Saturday night

Tough contender and former world title challenger Ray Beltran puts in work ahead of his clash with WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford this weekend on HBO. Despite being a clear underdog heading into the match, Beltran (29-6-1, 17 KO’s) is as worthy of a challenger as you will find and his grit, toughness, and pressure will all be on display this weekend.

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Photos: Ray Beltran gunning to upset Terence Crawford on Saturday night

Tough contender and former world title challenger Ray Beltran puts in work ahead of his clash with WBO lightweight champion Terence Crawford this weekend on HBO. Despite being a clear underdog heading into the match, Beltran (29-6-1, 17 KO’s) is as worthy of a challenger as you will find and his grit, toughness, and pressure will all be on display this weekend.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Larry Merchant eyes Terence Crawford, Mikey Garcia as potential foes for Pacquiao moving forward

Terence Crawford following his victory over Yuriorkis Gamboa earlier this year (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

Following his dominant victory over Chris Algieri this past weekend in Macau, China, eight-division world titlist Manny Pacquiao has seen his name thrust back into the headlines in a positive light.

Pacquiao looked very sharp vs. his younger, taller foe, registering six knockdowns over the course of their 12-round bout, ultimately grabbing a wide unanimous decision over Algieri.
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