Tag Archives: HBO Boxing

Larry Merchant still holding on to hopes of a Mayweather-Pacquiao fight: ‘Somewhere inside me I believe that could happen’

Manny Pacquiao outdueled Chris Algieri in Macau (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

While he wasn’t ringside in Macau checking out the action on first hand basis, longtime boxing analyst Larry Merchant still was able to appreciate Manny Pacquiao’s dominant decision victory over Chris Algieri on Saturday.

From within the Venetian Resort’s Cotai Arena, Pacquiao was extremely sharp, dropping his younger counterpart six times on his way to a lopsided unanimous decision win.
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Manny Pacquiao speaks post-fight; hints that Mayweather is afraid to fight him

Manny Pacquiao landing against Chris Algieri on Saturday night (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

Facing off with Chris Algieri on Saturday night (American time), eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao was sharp, scoring six knockdowns throughout the one-sided fight as he marched towards his 57th victory by way of a unanimous decision.

Performing inside of the Venetian Resort’s Cotai Arena in Macau, China, Pacquiao drew a lot of support from those visiting from his native Philippines and seems content with his effort.
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Photos: Manny Pacquiao dominates Chris Algieri; scores six knockdowns in decision victory

Photos from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao dominates former junior welterweight titlist Chris Algieri over 12 one-sided rounds. Pacquiao was sharp in the fight, scoring six knockdowns on his way to a lopsided unanimous decision.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Manny Pacquiao dominates Chris Algieri in six-knockdown whitewash; eyes Floyd Mayweather in 2015

Manny Pacquiao following his victory over Chris Algieri on Saturday night (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

Moments ago, from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao dominated a game but outgunned Chris Algieri over 12 one-sided rounds.

Pacquiao scored six knockdown throughout the match, with scorecards of 120-102 and 119-103 twice favoring the Filipino icon.

Following the action, Pacquiao spoke with HBO analyst Max Kellerman about his performance.
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Jessie Vargas defends belt for second time; pulls out tough UD over Antonio DeMarco

Jessie Vargas in the days prior to his showdown with Antonio DeMarco (Photo credit: Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

Moments ago, from the Cotai Arena inside of the Venetian Resort in Macau, China, WBA junior welterweight champion Jessie Vargas scored the second successful defense of his title with a unanimous decision victory over former lightweight titlist Antonio DeMarco. Continue reading →

Photos: Manny Pacquiao and Chris Algieri weigh in

Photos from Macau, China as eight-division world titlist Manny Pacquiao (143.8 pounds) and his opponent, WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri (143.6 pounds), weigh in ahead of their respective showdown, set for tonight on HBO pay per view.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Lydell Rhodes tabs Manny Pacquiao’s hunger, experience to upend Chris Algieri

Manny Pacquiao and Chris Algieri weighing in (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

By Chris Robinson

Later tonight, inside of the Venetian Resort in Macau, China, living legend Manny Pacquiao will again grace the airwaves of HBO pay per view when he meets up with undefeated junior welterweight titlist Chris Algieri.

And while Pacquiao is a favorite to win the fight, there is still some uncertainty as to how the eight-division world champion will be able to deal with Algieri’s awkward, rangy style.
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‘Brothers for life’ – Trainer Tim Lane reflects back on his relationship with Chris Algieri

HustleBoss.com’s final camp interview with New York trainer Tim Lane, as he speaks from the Palazzo Las Vegas ahead of his fighter Chris Aglieri’s Nov. 22 clash vs. Manny Pacquiao, set to take place in Macau, China on HBO pay per view.
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‘Brothers for life’ – Trainer Tim Lane reflects back on his relationship with Chris Algieri

HustleBoss.com’s final camp interview with New York trainer Tim Lane, as he speaks from the Palazzo Las Vegas ahead of his fighter Chris Aglieri’s Nov. 22 clash vs. Manny Pacquiao, set to take place in Macau, China on HBO pay per view.
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Sadam ‘World Kid’ Ali introduces himself to the boxing world

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic city, New Jersey as welterweight prospect Sadam ‘World Kid’ Ali (21-0, 13 KO’s) spoke following his big upset on HBO over Carlos Abregu, who he stopped in nine rounds.
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Sadam ‘World Kid’ Ali introduces himself to the boxing world

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic city, New Jersey as welterweight prospect Sadam ‘World Kid’ Ali (21-0, 13 KO’s) spoke following his big upset on HBO over Carlos Abregu, who he stopped in nine rounds.
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Bernard Hopkins pays respect to former foe John David Jackson following Kovalev defeat

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as living legend Bernard Hopkins paid respect to his former foe and team member John David Jackson for his charge Sergey Kovalev’s victory on Saturday night, Nov. 8 on HBO.
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Bernard Hopkins pays respect to former foe John David Jackson following Kovalev defeat

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as living legend Bernard Hopkins paid respect to his former foe and team member John David Jackson for his charge Sergey Kovalev’s victory on Saturday night, Nov. 8 on HBO.
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Bernard Hopkins says Sergey Kovalev is the ‘real deal’

HustleBoss.com was on hand, as living legend and three-division world champion Bernard Hopkins spoke at the post-fight press conference in Atlantic City following his one-sided loss to Sergey Kovalev on HBO.
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Bernard Hopkins says Sergey Kovalev is the ‘real deal’

HustleBoss.com was on hand, as living legend and three-division world champion Bernard Hopkins spoke at the post-fight press conference in Atlantic City following his one-sided loss to Sergey Kovalev on HBO.
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Bernard Hopkins speaks, still upbeat following loss to Sergey Kovalev

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as Sergey Kovalev dominated Bernard Hopkins for a unanimous decision victory on HBO. Check out post fight thoughts from Hopkins in this clip.
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Bernard Hopkins speaks, still upbeat following loss to Sergey Kovalev

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as Sergey Kovalev dominated Bernard Hopkins for a unanimous decision victory on HBO. Check out post fight thoughts from Hopkins in this clip.
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Photos: Sergey Kovalev dominates Bernard Hopkins over 12 rounds

Photos from the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. as Russia’s Sergey Kovalev (26-0-1, 23 KO’s) dominates living legend Bernard Hopkins (55-7-2, 32 KO’s) over twelve rounds. Hopkins showed grit and guile but simply was no match for his younger foe, who captures the IBF and WBA titles in addition to his WBO strap.

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Photos: Sergey Kovalev dominates Bernard Hopkins over 12 rounds

Photos from the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J. as Russia’s Sergey Kovalev (26-0-1, 23 KO’s) dominates living legend Bernard Hopkins (55-7-2, 32 KO’s) over twelve rounds. Hopkins showed grit and guile but simply was no match for his younger foe, who captures the IBF and WBA titles in addition to his WBO strap.

All photos courtesy of Naoki Fukuda

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Bernard Hopkins vs. Sergey Kovalev predictions from the Mayweather Boxing Club

HustleBoss.com swings through the Mayweather Boxing Club to get some last minute predictions on the Bernard Hopkins vs. Sergey Kovalev clash on HBO. Check out the clip for thoughts from Lanell Bellows, Raffy Ramos, Cortez Bey, Thomas Hill, and Marcellus Williams.
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