Tough contender Karim Mayfield always has a lot to say (Photo: Chris Robinson)
By Chris Robinson
For several weeks this summer, Karim Mayfield saw his name thrust into the headlines as a possible opponent for Floyd Mayweather.
And while he never was able to land the big shot, Mayweather elected to face Andre Berto instead, Mayfield still kept a positive attitude throughout the process.
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Rahim Gonzales, right, evading Karim Mayfield inside of Pound 4 Pound in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson)
By Chris Robinson
Been very interesting watching the progression of amateur standout Rahim Gonzales the past few years.
I first caught glimpse of Gonzales, 19, a few years back when he was working with Sharif Rahman inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club and he continues to push himself.
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Izaiah Bautista, Ben Bautista, and Karim Mayfield inside of Pound 4 Pound in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson)
By Chris Robinson
www.HustleBoss.com recently swung through the Pound 4 Pound Gym in Las Vegas, Nevada as top flight junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield went some rounds with spirited up and coming amateur Rahim Gonzales.
Following the work, Mayfield sat down with his trainer Ben Bautista, and Bautista’s son and aspiring pro Izaiah, as the trio discussed several facets of the June 20 Adrien Broner vs. Shawn Porter showdown from the MGM Grand that has got the sport talking.
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Karim Mayfield and Roy Jones Jr. in Las Vegas
By Chris Robinson
Always good running into tough junior welterweight contender Karim “Hard Hitta” Mayfield.
The tough junior welterweight contender is looking for a big 2015 and seemed pleased with his latest swing through Las Vegas.
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HustleBoss.com’s Chris Robinson speaks with junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield about his tough loss to Thomas Dulorme, his trainer situaiton with Ben Bautista and Virgil Hunter, future camps in Las Vegas, and more.
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HustleBoss.com’s Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KO’s), as he reflects back on his sparring sessions with Philadelphia’s Danny Garcia as well as eyeing his March 15 showdown against Mauricio Herrera.
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HustleBoss.com’s Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KO’s), as he reflects back on his sparring sessions with Philadelphia’s Danny Garcia as well as eyeing his March 15 showdown against Mauricio Herrera.
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Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KO’s), as he responds to the recent talk from Philadelphia’s Hank Lundy in regards to a possible showdown between them on HBO next year. Hear what Mayfield had to say about Lundy’s abilities, as a fighter, his chin issues, and why the words of Roy Jones Jr. give him confidence
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Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (18-0-1, 11 KO’s), as he responds to the recent talk from Philadelphia’s Hank Lundy in regards to a possible showdown between them on HBO next year. Hear what Mayfield had to say about Lundy’s abilities, as a fighter, his chin issues, and why the words of Roy Jones Jr. give him confidence
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Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight prospect Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) in Los Angeles, Calif. following his weigh-in for his clash against Christopher Fernandez. Following the fight, Mayfield insists he would love to face off with the winners of the upcoming Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios and Tim Bradley vs. Juan Manuel Marquez duels
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Chris Robinson catches up with undefeated junior welterweight prospect Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) in Los Angeles, Calif. following his weigh-in for his clash against Christopher Fernandez. Following the fight, Mayfield insists he would love to face off with the winners of the upcoming Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios and Tim Bradley vs. Juan Manuel Marquez duels
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In advance of Karim Mayfield’s fight against Christopher Fernandez later tonight, HustleBoss.com flashes back to the Spring of 2011 as he was sparring with Manny Pacquiao at the Wild Card Boxing Club. Pacquiao was getting ready for a bout with Shane Mosley and Mayfield gave him some solid work. Check out the video for more
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In advance of Karim Mayfield’s fight against Christopher Fernandez later tonight, HustleBoss.com flashes back to the Spring of 2011 as he was sparring with Manny Pacquiao at the Wild Card Boxing Club. Pacquiao was getting ready for a bout with Shane Mosley and Mayfield gave him some solid work. Check out the video for more
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Karim Mayfield following his weigh-in on Friday afternoon ahead of his match with Chris Fernandez (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)
By Chris Robinson
Later tonight, inside of the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif., undefeated junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) will face off with journeyman Christopher Fernandez (21-15-1, 13 KO’s) on the undercard of the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera matchup.
At Friday’s weigh-in, Mayfield made the contracted catch weight limit of 144 pounds and showed off a chiseled physique that was a testament to all the weeks of hard work leading up to his 19th professional bout.
Mayfield was originally lined up to meet tough Mexican Pavel Miranda and gave his best explanation for having to find a late replacement.
“If I’m not mistaken, he didn’t pass some test,” Mayfield said of Miranda. “So they brought in another fighter. Hey, I’m just prepared for whatever comes to me.
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More all-access coverage from the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. as undefeated junior welterweight prospect Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) weighs in ahead of his match with Chris Fernandez on the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera HBO attraction
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More all-access coverage from the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, Calif. as undefeated junior welterweight prospect Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) weighs in ahead of his match with Chris Fernandez on the Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera HBO attraction
Please check out Chris Robinson’s exclusive weigh-in updates from Los Angeles below as well as more coverage
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera Official weigh-in; both men weigh under 173 pounds
2012 Olympian Oscar Valdez (5-0, 5 KO’s) weighs in ahead of his bout with Joe Morales
Brandon Rios compares Alex Ariza’s workout routine to Angel Heredia’s ahead of Pacquiao match
Floyd Mayweather Sr. says his son seemed like a different person since getting out of jail
Miguel Lopez (2-1, 1 KO) sparring Kevin Johnson at the Mayweather Boxing Club
Nonito Donaire feels Austin Trout can give Mayweather a fight; admits he wa surprised by Danny Garcia
Mikey Garcia says Rocky Martinez could be his toughest fight yet
Roger Mayweather not worried about Angel Garcia’s trash talk if Floyd ends up fighting Danny
Action heats up in J’Leon Love’s sparring session with Aaron Coley at the Mayweather Boxing Club
Diego Magdaleno mitt work with trainer Joel Diaz ahead of Chavez Jr.-Vera undercard showcase
Freddie Roach responds to Alex Ariza: ‘I really don’t want to give him any press’
Roger Mayweather reveals why Saul Alvarez beats Miguel Cotto
Gennady Golovkin blasting the heavy bag inside of the Summit Gym [Training highlights]
Miguel Cotto media workout highlights ahead of Delvin Rodriguez clash [HD]
Chris Robinson can be reached at Trimond@aol.com
Chris Robinson steps inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Nevada for some sparring with junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) and French prospect Cherif Sobgho. Mayfield faces off with Pavel Miranda on Sept. 28 at the StubHub Center in Carson, California
More exclusive coverage with junior welterweight champion Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’ as he recalls his sparring sessions with Manny Pacquiao in 2011 and gives some insight into Pacquiao’s upcoming matchup with Brandon Rios
Chris Robinson goes behind the scenes with junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield (17-0-1, 10 KO’s) following his training in Las Vegas, Nevada ahead of his showcase on the September 7 Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Brian Vera card. Hear what Mayfield had to say about his sparring with prospect Donte Strayhorn, his signing with Top Rank and future fights, and his grudge with WBA/WBC champion Danny Garcia
Part 1 of ‘Bizy Ben and the Crew’, as Chris Robinson chronicles a day in camp with Northern California trainer Ben Bautista as he continues his grind after moving to Las Vegas. Check out the video for highlights of Bautista, his son Izaiah, light heavyweight hopeful Ronald Mixon, Inka Layale, and junior welterweight contender Karim Mayfield as they hit up the Mayweather Boxing Club and the Top Rank Gym
