Although former heavyweight titlist Oleg Maskaev has been mentioned as a possible opponent for David Haye when the cruiserweight champion moves up to heavyweight on Nov. 15, it's unlikely to be him now that Maskaev has a fight signed for Sept. 6. Manager Fred Kesch said a Haye representative contacted Maskaev promoter Dennis Rappaport a couple of months ago, but it never went any further. "Someone from Haye's camp did call Dennis, but we never heard back from them," Kesch said. "It was one phone call, one time to Dennis and I've never heard from them at all." Also, because of its packed schedule and tight budget, HBO won't carry Haye's heavyweight fight, as had been discussed.
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Former cruiserweight titleholder Enzo Maccarinelli of Wales will face Emanuel Steward pupil Johnathon Banks of Detroit for one of the titles Haye, who knocked out Maccarinelli to unify belts in March, vacated to move up. Maccarinelli promoter Frank Warren won a purse bid for $450,000 for the promotional rights, beating K2 Promotions, which bid the minimum allowed under WBO rules, $300,000. Warren said the fight will likely take place Sept. 27 in the United Kingdom. "Banks is supposed to be the next big thing in America, but I'll cut him down to size," Maccarinelli said. According to WBO rules, since the bout will be in Maccarinelli's country, Banks is entitled to 60 percent of the bid ($243,000) with Maccarinelli getting 40 percent ($162,000). If it winds up on neutral turf, they'll split it 50-50. If one fighter withdraws, the other boxer is obligated to face Alexander Alekseev within 180 days.
With Bob Arum and Al Haymon, manager of Paul Williams unable to get along don't expect talks between the camps of Margarito to face Williams anytime soon.
Also, don't be surprised if Arum puts the Tijuana Tornado in the ring for a unification bout with the winner of tonights Judah-Clottey fight.
Also, don't be surprised if Arum puts the Tijuana Tornado in the ring for a unification bout with the winner of tonights Judah-Clottey fight.
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Goossen Offers 4-Million For Margarito-Williams Rematch
Dan Goossen, promoter for WBO welterweight champion Paul Williams, has sent a hefty offer to Bob Arum of Top Rank for a 2009 unification rematch with WBA champion Antonio Margarito. Williams won a close decision over Margarito last year.
Arum has mentioned several opponents for Margarito's next fight, but Williams is not one them. The reason given by Arum is the bad blood with Williams' advisor, Al Haymon. Goossen told boxing scribe Tim Smith that he sent Arum an offer for the rematch last week and has yet to hear back from anyone in Top Rank. Margarito's purse for the first Williams bout is still the highest of his career, $1.6 million to $1.5 for what he made against Miguel Cotto
"I sent Bob and offer sheet for a $4 million guarantee for the rematch in the first quarter of 2009 against 50% of the revenue," Goossen said. "If he rejected any part of the agreement he could flip it and I'll accept the same terms."
Arum told several outlets that he wanted to match Margarito against the winner of Joshua Clottey-Zab Judah, which Clottey won to capture the IBF welterweight title. Goossen told Smith that a fight against either is not good for the sport.
"It certainly does make things easier for him, but it does nothing good for the sport," said Dan Goossen, Williams' promoter. "It's his prerogative. But we shouldn't let our personal greed dictate the sport. Paul Williams can certainly fight someone else on HBO, but it won't be as lucrative and it won't be as big a match for the fans."
If Williams is unable to land Margarito, Goossen says that he will probably get his mandatory defense out the way by facing Michael Jennings.
Dan Goossen, promoter for WBO welterweight champion Paul Williams, has sent a hefty offer to Bob Arum of Top Rank for a 2009 unification rematch with WBA champion Antonio Margarito. Williams won a close decision over Margarito last year.
Arum has mentioned several opponents for Margarito's next fight, but Williams is not one them. The reason given by Arum is the bad blood with Williams' advisor, Al Haymon. Goossen told boxing scribe Tim Smith that he sent Arum an offer for the rematch last week and has yet to hear back from anyone in Top Rank. Margarito's purse for the first Williams bout is still the highest of his career, $1.6 million to $1.5 for what he made against Miguel Cotto
"I sent Bob and offer sheet for a $4 million guarantee for the rematch in the first quarter of 2009 against 50% of the revenue," Goossen said. "If he rejected any part of the agreement he could flip it and I'll accept the same terms."
Arum told several outlets that he wanted to match Margarito against the winner of Joshua Clottey-Zab Judah, which Clottey won to capture the IBF welterweight title. Goossen told Smith that a fight against either is not good for the sport.
"It certainly does make things easier for him, but it does nothing good for the sport," said Dan Goossen, Williams' promoter. "It's his prerogative. But we shouldn't let our personal greed dictate the sport. Paul Williams can certainly fight someone else on HBO, but it won't be as lucrative and it won't be as big a match for the fans."
If Williams is unable to land Margarito, Goossen says that he will probably get his mandatory defense out the way by facing Michael Jennings.
Larios retains WBC belt
WBC interim featherweight champion Oscar "Chololo" Larios (62-6-1, 39 KOs) scored a seventh round KO over Marlon "La Rata" Aguilar (17-5-1) to retain his title on Saturday night at the Benito Juarez Auditorium in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. The bout was competitive for several rounds, but Larious eventually took command flooring Aguilar at the end on the sixth and finishing him in the seventh.
WBC interim featherweight champion Oscar "Chololo" Larios (62-6-1, 39 KOs) scored a seventh round KO over Marlon "La Rata" Aguilar (17-5-1) to retain his title on Saturday night at the Benito Juarez Auditorium in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. The bout was competitive for several rounds, but Larious eventually took command flooring Aguilar at the end on the sixth and finishing him in the seventh.
Darchinyan wants Donaire
Vic Darchinyan promised a highlight reel knockout and delivered one -- landing one bone-crunching left hand after another. The Armenian-born Australian stopped Russia’s Dimitri Kirilov in the fifth round to earn the IBF junior bantamweight championship, his second career world title in Tacoma, Washington. "I have learned a lot from my last few fights," said Darchinyan. "I was very focused and ready for this fight. I never underestimate my opponents." Kirilov, who had never been stopped in 33 professional fights, could not handle the destructive power that Darchinyan brought to the 115-pound fight. "I would like to have a rematch with Nonito Donaire,” said Darchinyan, who improved to 30-1-1 with 24 knockouts. "But who ever they put in front of me, Christian Mijares, Fernando Montiel, it doesn’t matter. I love to fight."
Vic Darchinyan promised a highlight reel knockout and delivered one -- landing one bone-crunching left hand after another. The Armenian-born Australian stopped Russia’s Dimitri Kirilov in the fifth round to earn the IBF junior bantamweight championship, his second career world title in Tacoma, Washington. "I have learned a lot from my last few fights," said Darchinyan. "I was very focused and ready for this fight. I never underestimate my opponents." Kirilov, who had never been stopped in 33 professional fights, could not handle the destructive power that Darchinyan brought to the 115-pound fight. "I would like to have a rematch with Nonito Donaire,” said Darchinyan, who improved to 30-1-1 with 24 knockouts. "But who ever they put in front of me, Christian Mijares, Fernando Montiel, it doesn’t matter. I love to fight."
Oscar De La Hoya has a serious message for Manny Pacquiao
Oscar De La Hoya has a message for Manny Pacquiao. The message from De La Hoya to Pacquiao is if they fight, it will be very personal. Over the last few weeks talks and rumors have intensified of a possible showdown between De La Hoya and Pacquiao for December 6th.
In a recent interview with Insidesports.ph, De La Hoya discussed a deal he made with Pacquiao a few years back when the Filipino Icon signed a contract with De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions. After signing with De La Hoya's promotional outfit, Pacquiao did a complete turn around and ended up resigning with Bob Arum's promotional company, Top Rank.
In regards to why this match-up would be personal, De La Hoya tells Insidesports.ph: “I think it’s very personal because I felt I accepted Manny and I trusted Manny and when we looked into each others’ eyes and we shook hands, I felt we had reached a deal." De La Hoya is adamant if they face one another, it will be personal because of the past. De La Hoya stated to the publication: "But the past is the past, and if we get in the ring it has to be very personal.”
Oscar De La Hoya has a message for Manny Pacquiao. The message from De La Hoya to Pacquiao is if they fight, it will be very personal. Over the last few weeks talks and rumors have intensified of a possible showdown between De La Hoya and Pacquiao for December 6th.
In a recent interview with Insidesports.ph, De La Hoya discussed a deal he made with Pacquiao a few years back when the Filipino Icon signed a contract with De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions. After signing with De La Hoya's promotional outfit, Pacquiao did a complete turn around and ended up resigning with Bob Arum's promotional company, Top Rank.
In regards to why this match-up would be personal, De La Hoya tells Insidesports.ph: “I think it’s very personal because I felt I accepted Manny and I trusted Manny and when we looked into each others’ eyes and we shook hands, I felt we had reached a deal." De La Hoya is adamant if they face one another, it will be personal because of the past. De La Hoya stated to the publication: "But the past is the past, and if we get in the ring it has to be very personal.”
Klitschko willing to fight Nicolay Valuev, Roy Jones Jr, David Haye and Chris Arreola
In a recent article by Tim Smith of the New York Daily News, Wladimir Klitschko is quoted discussing many things including fighters he'd like to fight. One of the fighters Klitschko mentioned was the 300 pound plus, 7 ft giant, Nicolay Valuev.
In regards to a match-up with the Giant, Klitschko stated: "This fight is interesting because I've never fought a guy who is about 7-feet tall. It's going to be a totally new experience and challenging."
Klitschko also mentioned Roy Jones Jr, David Haye and Chris Arreola as possible opponents. In the case of Haye, Klitschko wants to see Haye prove himself in the heavyweight division first before committing to a fight with him. With Jones Jr., Klitschko feels he's be too much for Jones Jr., but could be enticed if the money was right. Arreola is a fight Klitschko sees possibly happening down the road.
In a recent article by Tim Smith of the New York Daily News, Wladimir Klitschko is quoted discussing many things including fighters he'd like to fight. One of the fighters Klitschko mentioned was the 300 pound plus, 7 ft giant, Nicolay Valuev.
In regards to a match-up with the Giant, Klitschko stated: "This fight is interesting because I've never fought a guy who is about 7-feet tall. It's going to be a totally new experience and challenging."
Klitschko also mentioned Roy Jones Jr, David Haye and Chris Arreola as possible opponents. In the case of Haye, Klitschko wants to see Haye prove himself in the heavyweight division first before committing to a fight with him. With Jones Jr., Klitschko feels he's be too much for Jones Jr., but could be enticed if the money was right. Arreola is a fight Klitschko sees possibly happening down the road.
Manny Pacquiao wants two other fighters if he can't get Oscar De La Hoya
Promoter Bob Arum as usual is extremely busy these days. If Arum's plans go the way he likes, then he will have his fighter Manny Pacquiao take on Oscar De La Hoya this coming December 6th. However Arum is not willing to place all his time on just De La Hoya. A Fight with De La Hoya is what Arum considers "Plan A", and if "Plan A" fails to materialize, then Arum and Pacquiao have discussed a "Plan B and C".
Recently quoted on the Manila Bulletin, Arum confirmed that his and Pacquiao's "Plan A" is a fight with De La Hoya. However if that fails then either Humberto Soto or Edwin Valero for "Plans B and C."
Arum stated to the publication: "I spent quite some time with Manny today. Soto and Valero are Plans B and C. If the De La Hoya fight doesn't happen, we will talk about Soto or Valero."
Promoter Bob Arum as usual is extremely busy these days. If Arum's plans go the way he likes, then he will have his fighter Manny Pacquiao take on Oscar De La Hoya this coming December 6th. However Arum is not willing to place all his time on just De La Hoya. A Fight with De La Hoya is what Arum considers "Plan A", and if "Plan A" fails to materialize, then Arum and Pacquiao have discussed a "Plan B and C".
Recently quoted on the Manila Bulletin, Arum confirmed that his and Pacquiao's "Plan A" is a fight with De La Hoya. However if that fails then either Humberto Soto or Edwin Valero for "Plans B and C."
Arum stated to the publication: "I spent quite some time with Manny today. Soto and Valero are Plans B and C. If the De La Hoya fight doesn't happen, we will talk about Soto or Valero."
Ricky Hatton's next fight made Official - Oscar De La Hoya Speaks Out
On Thursday, Ricky Hatton vs. Paulie Malignaggi became official. Hatton and Malignaggi will face off on HBO this coming November 22. The fight will go down at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
In regards to the upcoming battle, Oscar De La Hoya (Hatton's promoter) is quoted today in the Media, stating: "Hatton is an aggressive puncher who swarms his opponents from start to finish while Malignaggi is one of the purest boxers in the game today."
De La Hoya is quite certain that the styles of both fighters will make for a great fight. De La Hoya stated: "As a fan, I am excited to see if Hatton can lure Malignaggi into a brawl or if Malignaggi can dictate the tempo and make the fight his. No matter what happens, I think when their styles collide, it's going to make for great action and great drama."
On Thursday, Ricky Hatton vs. Paulie Malignaggi became official. Hatton and Malignaggi will face off on HBO this coming November 22. The fight will go down at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
In regards to the upcoming battle, Oscar De La Hoya (Hatton's promoter) is quoted today in the Media, stating: "Hatton is an aggressive puncher who swarms his opponents from start to finish while Malignaggi is one of the purest boxers in the game today."
De La Hoya is quite certain that the styles of both fighters will make for a great fight. De La Hoya stated: "As a fan, I am excited to see if Hatton can lure Malignaggi into a brawl or if Malignaggi can dictate the tempo and make the fight his. No matter what happens, I think when their styles collide, it's going to make for great action and great drama."
Paulie Malignaggi Speaks Out on Ricky Hatton
It's now official. Ricky Hatton will square off against Paulie Malignaggi this coming November 22nd. The fight's venue will be the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
In regards to his upcoming fight with Hatton, Malignaggi who was quoted by the press stated: "I am thrilled to be involved in the biggest 140-pound fight of '08."
Noting it was his first time fighting in Vegas, Malignaggi plans to use the City's nick name as inspiration. "This will be my first fight in Las Vegas, which makes it all the more exciting. Las Vegas' nickname is the 'City of Lights,' so it is only fitting that on Nov. 22, 'The Magic Man' will be lighting 'The Hitman' up all over the MGM Grand Garden Arena," said Malignaggi.
Ricky Hatton makes a Promise to Fight Fans
Now that Ricky Hatton vs. Paulie Malignaggi is official for this upcoming November 22nd at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Hatton has made his feelings public about his upcoming challenge.
Hatton is happy to be returning to fight on American soil because of the treatment he gets. In regards to the fight, Hatton has made a promise that he will give the fans an exciting fight.
Quoted in the media, Hatton stated: "I am looking forward to returning to America, fighting again at the MGM Grand and challenging Malignaggi for his title." Hatton went on to add: "Las Vegas is like a second home to me. The fans treat me like gold and I promise them another exciting value-for-money fight."
Team Oscar De La Hoya disses Manny Pacquiao
Oscar De La Hoya really wants to sink his fists into Manny Pacquiao. Richard Schaefer, the CEO of De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions, recently told ESPN why De La Hoya is so keen on fighting Pacquiao on December 6th.
Schaefer states to ESPN: "Oscar really wants to do the fight. You know Oscar, he honestly feels that Freddie and Pacquiao have been disrespectful." Roach has publically lashed out at De La Hoya, saying De La Hoya can't pull the trigger on his punches.
Schaefer went on to diss Pacquiao for being a puppet. Schaefer stated: "Oscar will show them how he can pull the trigger. Pacquiao is being Freddie Roach's puppet and Oscar wants to teach a lesson to them."
Oscar De La Hoya really wants to sink his fists into Manny Pacquiao. Richard Schaefer, the CEO of De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions, recently told ESPN why De La Hoya is so keen on fighting Pacquiao on December 6th.
Schaefer states to ESPN: "Oscar really wants to do the fight. You know Oscar, he honestly feels that Freddie and Pacquiao have been disrespectful." Roach has publically lashed out at De La Hoya, saying De La Hoya can't pull the trigger on his punches.
Schaefer went on to diss Pacquiao for being a puppet. Schaefer stated: "Oscar will show them how he can pull the trigger. Pacquiao is being Freddie Roach's puppet and Oscar wants to teach a lesson to them."
They're really reaching trying to build up this fight, if Oscar had some real balls he'd fight Margarito.
Don't I know it Merce. But we both know damn well that Marg is way too much risk and not enough reward for DLH to even consider it.
Oscar gets Olympic honor
Oscar de la Hoya recently become the seventh boxer to be inducted into the United States Olympic Hall of Fame. The Golden Boy joins some elite company in Muhammad Ali (inducted as Cassius Clay), George Foreman, Joe Frazier, Sugar Ray Leonard, Floyd Patterson and Eddie Eagan. Oscar capped a brilliant amateur career with a gold medal at the Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain. "I am extremely honored to be recognized by the panel of voters for the Olympic Hall of Fame," said De La Hoya. "My Olympic gold medal means everything to me and that experience alone became the launching pad for my professional boxing career. I will never forget how wonderful it felt to represent my country atop the gold medal stand and for that honor, I am truly grateful." As a pro, De La Hoya has won world titles in six weight divisions and is currently preparing for his final professional contest, which will take place later this year.
Oscar de la Hoya recently become the seventh boxer to be inducted into the United States Olympic Hall of Fame. The Golden Boy joins some elite company in Muhammad Ali (inducted as Cassius Clay), George Foreman, Joe Frazier, Sugar Ray Leonard, Floyd Patterson and Eddie Eagan. Oscar capped a brilliant amateur career with a gold medal at the Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain. "I am extremely honored to be recognized by the panel of voters for the Olympic Hall of Fame," said De La Hoya. "My Olympic gold medal means everything to me and that experience alone became the launching pad for my professional boxing career. I will never forget how wonderful it felt to represent my country atop the gold medal stand and for that honor, I am truly grateful." As a pro, De La Hoya has won world titles in six weight divisions and is currently preparing for his final professional contest, which will take place later this year.
Valuev hits Berlin for sparring
The Russian Giant is back in town! On Sunday morning, Nikolai Valuev arrived at Berlin Schonefeld Airport to continue his preparations for the clash with John Ruiz. The 34-year-old travelled straight on to Kienbaum, the famous East German training camp facility some 20 miles east of Berlin, where he will shape up with sparring during the next three weeks. “It is good to be back in Germany,” Valuev said. “I am eagerly awaiting the end of the month. I finally want to win my title back.” The Russian Giant will clash with John Ruiz for the vacant WBA heavyweight title in Berlin´s Max-Schmeling Halle on August 30.
The Russian Giant is back in town! On Sunday morning, Nikolai Valuev arrived at Berlin Schonefeld Airport to continue his preparations for the clash with John Ruiz. The 34-year-old travelled straight on to Kienbaum, the famous East German training camp facility some 20 miles east of Berlin, where he will shape up with sparring during the next three weeks. “It is good to be back in Germany,” Valuev said. “I am eagerly awaiting the end of the month. I finally want to win my title back.” The Russian Giant will clash with John Ruiz for the vacant WBA heavyweight title in Berlin´s Max-Schmeling Halle on August 30.
Shumenov shuts out Griffin
After only six fights and nine months as a pro, extremely fast-rising light heavyweight Beibut Shumenov (6-0, 5 KOs) already has a big name on his resume. Local sources report that Kazakh former Olympian, who may be one of the hottest prospects in the sport, made former WBC champion Montell Griffin (49-8, 30 KOs) look like a novice, shutting him out over twelve one-sided rounds on Saturday night in Chimkent, Kazakhstan. Griffin was deducted a point in round nine which also slightly contributed to his painful loss. Judges Rufat Riskiev and Doniyor Ergshev, both from Uzbekistan, had it 120-108 for Shumenov, while Russian Evgueny Gorstkov set the scores a bit wider 120-107. The referee was Alexander Kalinkin, also from Russia. Following this huge victory Shumenov, who has retained his WBC Asian Boxing Council and WBO Asia Pacific 175lb belts during the process, is expected to enter top ranks of several sanctioning bodies. He was already ranked #15 by the WBO before after only five pro bouts. The event was promoted by Beibut’s brother Chingis Shumenov.
After only six fights and nine months as a pro, extremely fast-rising light heavyweight Beibut Shumenov (6-0, 5 KOs) already has a big name on his resume. Local sources report that Kazakh former Olympian, who may be one of the hottest prospects in the sport, made former WBC champion Montell Griffin (49-8, 30 KOs) look like a novice, shutting him out over twelve one-sided rounds on Saturday night in Chimkent, Kazakhstan. Griffin was deducted a point in round nine which also slightly contributed to his painful loss. Judges Rufat Riskiev and Doniyor Ergshev, both from Uzbekistan, had it 120-108 for Shumenov, while Russian Evgueny Gorstkov set the scores a bit wider 120-107. The referee was Alexander Kalinkin, also from Russia. Following this huge victory Shumenov, who has retained his WBC Asian Boxing Council and WBO Asia Pacific 175lb belts during the process, is expected to enter top ranks of several sanctioning bodies. He was already ranked #15 by the WBO before after only five pro bouts. The event was promoted by Beibut’s brother Chingis Shumenov.
Levin opponent named
Pugnus Promotions announced today that Swedish heavyweight Attila Levin (30-3, 24 KOs) will face 29-year-old Russian Evgeni Orlov (8-2-1, 5 KOs) in "Night of Champions 2" on September 5th at Nöjesfabriken in Karlstad, Sweden. Orlov is coming off seven straight wins including two point victories over his Norwegian-based countryman, the always durable Daniel Peret. The former 1996 Olympian Levin will get quality sparring at his "home turf-gym" in Florida (Angelo Dundee's gym) starting this Wednesday (August 6th) as another of "Night of the Champions" participants, Minnesota heavyweight Joey Abell, will join him.
Pugnus Promotions announced today that Swedish heavyweight Attila Levin (30-3, 24 KOs) will face 29-year-old Russian Evgeni Orlov (8-2-1, 5 KOs) in "Night of Champions 2" on September 5th at Nöjesfabriken in Karlstad, Sweden. Orlov is coming off seven straight wins including two point victories over his Norwegian-based countryman, the always durable Daniel Peret. The former 1996 Olympian Levin will get quality sparring at his "home turf-gym" in Florida (Angelo Dundee's gym) starting this Wednesday (August 6th) as another of "Night of the Champions" participants, Minnesota heavyweight Joey Abell, will join him.
Homecoming for Alvarado
Undefeated super lightweight contender, Mike Alvarado (22-0, 15 KOs) will be fighting the main event on a card to be co-promoted by Top Rank and Delgado Promotions on October 3rd at the National Western Stockshow Complex in Denver, Colorado. No word on the supporting bouts or Alvarado's opponent, although it is safe to say stablemate Ricky Lopez should see action on this card. Alvarado is coming off a fourth round destruction of the usually durable Cesar Bazan and is looking for a top ten type opponent to begin the move toward a world title shot.
Undefeated super lightweight contender, Mike Alvarado (22-0, 15 KOs) will be fighting the main event on a card to be co-promoted by Top Rank and Delgado Promotions on October 3rd at the National Western Stockshow Complex in Denver, Colorado. No word on the supporting bouts or Alvarado's opponent, although it is safe to say stablemate Ricky Lopez should see action on this card. Alvarado is coming off a fourth round destruction of the usually durable Cesar Bazan and is looking for a top ten type opponent to begin the move toward a world title shot.
JOSHUA CLOTTEY WANTS MARGARITO REMATCH ASAP
Congrats on your victory, can you give us some thoughts on your performance?
"I think I was trying to wear him down. We were thinking that he's going to get tired in five rounds. But I did what I had to do to win the fight."
Was there anything about Zab Judah that surprised you?
JC: "He fought well and fought like the old Zab Judah. When I was expecting him to get tired he was still going and trying his best and that surprised."
Did you think you were going to knock him out had the fight continued?
JC: "I know he wasn't going to make twelve rounds. My trainer told me to step up, from round nine to twelve I was going to go all out and I was going to knock him out. I was fighting at a regular pace."
When the fight was first waved off you reacted as though you won by knockout. What was going through you head when you figured out they were going to the cards?
JC: "I was thinking, what's going on? I didn't hit him with my head. He was using my head more than I was. When they did that, I was like wow, how can this happen. I know he was throwing his jab and I knew it was a good fight, so I was a little worried. I didn't want to leave it to the judges."
What does becoming champion mean to you?
JC: "It means a lot because I've been struggling my whole life to become champion. Now people will know I am champion and I'm going to look to make fights with everybody who don't want to fight me.
Who do you want to fight the most?
JC: "Margarito. We have to fight again to prove that my hand caused me to lose that fight. I really want to fight with Margarito."
If not Margarito, who else?
JC: "Andre Berto, he's a DiBella boxer and I would love to unify the belts and put that green belt around my waist. I want that green belt."
When might your next fight take place?
JC: "I want to fight before the end of the year, but I'll have to talk to my people and see."
Closing thoughts for the fans?
JC: "I really want to thank Bob Arum for what he has done for me, and all of my fans around the world."
Congrats on your victory, can you give us some thoughts on your performance?
"I think I was trying to wear him down. We were thinking that he's going to get tired in five rounds. But I did what I had to do to win the fight."
Was there anything about Zab Judah that surprised you?
JC: "He fought well and fought like the old Zab Judah. When I was expecting him to get tired he was still going and trying his best and that surprised."
Did you think you were going to knock him out had the fight continued?
JC: "I know he wasn't going to make twelve rounds. My trainer told me to step up, from round nine to twelve I was going to go all out and I was going to knock him out. I was fighting at a regular pace."
When the fight was first waved off you reacted as though you won by knockout. What was going through you head when you figured out they were going to the cards?
JC: "I was thinking, what's going on? I didn't hit him with my head. He was using my head more than I was. When they did that, I was like wow, how can this happen. I know he was throwing his jab and I knew it was a good fight, so I was a little worried. I didn't want to leave it to the judges."
What does becoming champion mean to you?
JC: "It means a lot because I've been struggling my whole life to become champion. Now people will know I am champion and I'm going to look to make fights with everybody who don't want to fight me.
Who do you want to fight the most?
JC: "Margarito. We have to fight again to prove that my hand caused me to lose that fight. I really want to fight with Margarito."
If not Margarito, who else?
JC: "Andre Berto, he's a DiBella boxer and I would love to unify the belts and put that green belt around my waist. I want that green belt."
When might your next fight take place?
JC: "I want to fight before the end of the year, but I'll have to talk to my people and see."
Closing thoughts for the fans?
JC: "I really want to thank Bob Arum for what he has done for me, and all of my fans around the world."
I checked out out the TV schedule from Fightnews.com and is it true that there aint gonna be NO boxing on either HBO or Showtime til September????
I see that there's only gonna be one PPV show (Too bad I ain't caring about Ivan Calderon's slappy style) but what a looong stressful month this is gonna be
I see that there's only gonna be one PPV show (Too bad I ain't caring about Ivan Calderon's slappy style) but what a looong stressful month this is gonna be
I checked out out the TV schedule from Fightnews.com and is it true that there aint gonna be NO boxing on either HBO or Showtime til September????
I see that there's only gonna be one PPV show (Too bad I ain't caring about Ivan Calderon's slappy style) but what a looong stressful month this is gonna be
True dat, but u can always break out the PS2 and play knockout kings!
But yeah, this month's gonna suck
I agree totally R2R, but it's like hearing Mike Vick trying to hype up a fight between a wolf and a german shepherd...
True dat, but u can always break out the PS2 and play knockout kings!
But yeah, this month's gonna suck
Shit, I was just talkin to my boy about how we're outta big fights until the beginning of Setptember. But from then on we've got a decent run. I hate being patient though.
Viloria to battle Solis
Former world champion Brian Viloria has accepted the position of the IBF making the Hawaiian boxer a mandatory light flyweight title challenger. Interviewed by the daily radio show “Sports Chat” Tuesday morning, Viloria’s manager Gary Gittelsohn said they are now dealing with promoter Bob Arum to finalize deal that will make Viloria the next challenger of 108lb champion Ulisses Solis of Mexico. In an earlier interview with the same Philippine radio show, Arum said he is planning a major card in Macau topbilled by Nonito Donaire, Jr. who will defend his IBF flyweight crown against Moruti Mthalane of South Africa with the Solis-Viloria serving as an undercard. Date is tentatively set on October 11.
Former world champion Brian Viloria has accepted the position of the IBF making the Hawaiian boxer a mandatory light flyweight title challenger. Interviewed by the daily radio show “Sports Chat” Tuesday morning, Viloria’s manager Gary Gittelsohn said they are now dealing with promoter Bob Arum to finalize deal that will make Viloria the next challenger of 108lb champion Ulisses Solis of Mexico. In an earlier interview with the same Philippine radio show, Arum said he is planning a major card in Macau topbilled by Nonito Donaire, Jr. who will defend his IBF flyweight crown against Moruti Mthalane of South Africa with the Solis-Viloria serving as an undercard. Date is tentatively set on October 11.
Virchis-Gomez on Sept. 27
The WBC heavyweight eliminator between Vladimir Virchis (24-1, 20 KOs) and former cruiser champ Juan Carlos Gomez (43-1, 35 KOs) has been added to the big September 27th "Universum Champions Night" card at Color Line Arena in Hamburg featuring WBA cruiser king Firat Arslan (29-4-1, 18 KOs) against mandatory challenger Guillermo Jones (35-3-2, 27 KOs). Virchis started preparing for the bout on Monday at Hamburg's famous Universum Gym with trainer Conny Mittermeier. The fight was originally slated for March, but was pushed back when both fighters wanted more time to prepare. "I cut it off," commented Virchis. Universum Box-Promotion won the right to promote the fight at a WBC purse bid in January. Also on the card will be a title defense by WIBF junior flyweight champion Julia "Sunshine" Sahin who will face an opponent to be named.
The WBC heavyweight eliminator between Vladimir Virchis (24-1, 20 KOs) and former cruiser champ Juan Carlos Gomez (43-1, 35 KOs) has been added to the big September 27th "Universum Champions Night" card at Color Line Arena in Hamburg featuring WBA cruiser king Firat Arslan (29-4-1, 18 KOs) against mandatory challenger Guillermo Jones (35-3-2, 27 KOs). Virchis started preparing for the bout on Monday at Hamburg's famous Universum Gym with trainer Conny Mittermeier. The fight was originally slated for March, but was pushed back when both fighters wanted more time to prepare. "I cut it off," commented Virchis. Universum Box-Promotion won the right to promote the fight at a WBC purse bid in January. Also on the card will be a title defense by WIBF junior flyweight champion Julia "Sunshine" Sahin who will face an opponent to be named.
Haussler: This is the chance
I've been waiting for
In October, a long wait will come to an end for Danilo Haussler (29-3, 7 KOs) . The 33-year-old German will finally make his first world title fight, challenging Danish super-middleweight champion Mikkel Kessler. To be in top shape for the biggest bout of his career, Haussler has been training extremely hard in Manfred Wolke´s famous gym in Frankfurt/Oder. “I came close to world title fights a couple of times,” Haussler said. “Four or five years ago, I did not get my shot because Sven Ottke and Markus Beyer were first in line. After that I got close several times but it did not happen due to various reasons. That is why I am very happy to finally get this chance.”
Part one of his preparation is already over. “Training is no different from the preparation for the other fights,” he said. “But the motivation is much, much bigger. Everybody knows that I have worked all my life to get a world title fight. After winning the WBA and IBF intercontinental titles and also becoming European champion, this is the challenge I have been waiting for.”
With Manfred Wolke on vacation at the Baltic Sea, Haussler had worked out on his own in the last couple of weeks. On Monday, his mentor returned. “I am happy that he is back,” Haussler added. “I guess the intensity will be higher in the next weeks but it has to be like that in the build-up to such a big fight.”
Haussler will not enter the clash with Kessler, who has won 40 of 41 fights, as the favourite. “Prior to my first European title fight against Andrej Shkalikov I was just given an outsider´s chance to win, too,” he stated. “Yet I left the ring victorious. Being the underdog suits me well. Kessler can be beaten. Everyone could see that last year. I will be in top shape and will make the most of this opportunity.”
I've been waiting for
In October, a long wait will come to an end for Danilo Haussler (29-3, 7 KOs) . The 33-year-old German will finally make his first world title fight, challenging Danish super-middleweight champion Mikkel Kessler. To be in top shape for the biggest bout of his career, Haussler has been training extremely hard in Manfred Wolke´s famous gym in Frankfurt/Oder. “I came close to world title fights a couple of times,” Haussler said. “Four or five years ago, I did not get my shot because Sven Ottke and Markus Beyer were first in line. After that I got close several times but it did not happen due to various reasons. That is why I am very happy to finally get this chance.”
Part one of his preparation is already over. “Training is no different from the preparation for the other fights,” he said. “But the motivation is much, much bigger. Everybody knows that I have worked all my life to get a world title fight. After winning the WBA and IBF intercontinental titles and also becoming European champion, this is the challenge I have been waiting for.”
With Manfred Wolke on vacation at the Baltic Sea, Haussler had worked out on his own in the last couple of weeks. On Monday, his mentor returned. “I am happy that he is back,” Haussler added. “I guess the intensity will be higher in the next weeks but it has to be like that in the build-up to such a big fight.”
Haussler will not enter the clash with Kessler, who has won 40 of 41 fights, as the favourite. “Prior to my first European title fight against Andrej Shkalikov I was just given an outsider´s chance to win, too,” he stated. “Yet I left the ring victorious. Being the underdog suits me well. Kessler can be beaten. Everyone could see that last year. I will be in top shape and will make the most of this opportunity.”
Pavlik-Hopkins NYC Presser
WBC/WBO middleweight champion Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik and "the Executioner" Bernard Hopkins faced off today at a press conference for their October 18 pay-per-view clash at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall. At podium, Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer called Hopkins "the Ghostbuster." Hopkins stated, "I never thought we would fight - I've always been a Pavlik fan - watching his fights against Miranda and Taylor. Yes, kelly has a punch but so do a lot of others who I have fought. I have nothing bad to say about Kelly - but I am going in to win." Pavlik commented, "He's still dangerous, tricky and I am going up against a Hall of Famer. I'm taking the fight very seriously. Boxing fans want to see big fights and this is a big one."
WBC/WBO middleweight champion Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik and "the Executioner" Bernard Hopkins faced off today at a press conference for their October 18 pay-per-view clash at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall. At podium, Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer called Hopkins "the Ghostbuster." Hopkins stated, "I never thought we would fight - I've always been a Pavlik fan - watching his fights against Miranda and Taylor. Yes, kelly has a punch but so do a lot of others who I have fought. I have nothing bad to say about Kelly - but I am going in to win." Pavlik commented, "He's still dangerous, tricky and I am going up against a Hall of Famer. I'm taking the fight very seriously. Boxing fans want to see big fights and this is a big one."
Abraham-Marquez October 4
The IBF purse bid scheduled for today for middleweight champion Arthur Abraham's mandatory defense against Raul Marquez has been canceled. Sauerland Event and Warriors Boxing reached an agreement to do the fight on October 4 in Germany at a site to be named. Both fighters are coming off big wins in June. Abraham KO'd hard-punching Edison Miranda and Marquez schooled top-rated Giovanni Lorenzo at the Seminole Hard Rock LIVE Arena in Hollywood, Florida.
The IBF purse bid scheduled for today for middleweight champion Arthur Abraham's mandatory defense against Raul Marquez has been canceled. Sauerland Event and Warriors Boxing reached an agreement to do the fight on October 4 in Germany at a site to be named. Both fighters are coming off big wins in June. Abraham KO'd hard-punching Edison Miranda and Marquez schooled top-rated Giovanni Lorenzo at the Seminole Hard Rock LIVE Arena in Hollywood, Florida.
Pavlik-Hopkins Ticket Alert
Tickets for the Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik vs. Bernard "The Executioner" Hopkins light heavyweight battle at Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall on October 18 go on sale this Friday at noon ET. Seats for the pay-per-view clash are priced at $700, $500, $350, $200, $100 and $75, and can be purchased at the Boardwalk Hall box office, by calling Ticketmaster (800) 736-1420 or online at www.Ticketmaster.com.
Tickets for the Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik vs. Bernard "The Executioner" Hopkins light heavyweight battle at Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall on October 18 go on sale this Friday at noon ET. Seats for the pay-per-view clash are priced at $700, $500, $350, $200, $100 and $75, and can be purchased at the Boardwalk Hall box office, by calling Ticketmaster (800) 736-1420 or online at www.Ticketmaster.com.
TEN QUESTIONS WITH 2008 OLYMPIAN SADAM ALI
The United States Olympic Boxing Team endured a long day on Tuesday as they continue the countdown toward the start of the Olympic Games. The nine boxers went through a rigorous strength and conditioning workout at the Beijing Normal University track in the morning before welcoming numerous members of the media during their afternoon training session. The squad closed the day with a sparring session before returning to the Olympic village for the night. Lightweight Sadam Ali (Brooklyn, N.Y.) took time out from his hectic day to share his thoughts on the Olympics and the final preparations for his opening bout.
1. How are you feeling now just a few days out from the Opening Ceremonies?
It’s right there, its super close so its time to bite down, start focusing down and get ready for what’s coming.
2. How has being on the ground here in China affected your training?
It didn’t really affect my training, we came out here, worked really hard, did three workouts a day and we’re ready to go.
3. What is the most challenging part of being here in Beijing?
Being so far from home and away from my family
4. What is your favorite thing about China so far?
How nice the people here are, they really make you feel welcome. They really respect us and I like that and I like shopping.
5. What was the one thing you wanted to make sure you brought to China?
My heart, I have everything in my heart. I have my dad, my family, everybody back home, everyone that’s supporting me. They are all in my heart.
6. What is a typical day like here for you in Beijing?
Wake up in the morning, get dressed, brush my teeth and get ready to do the morning workout. After the morning workout, we have a couple of hours and we have the gym workout. Three days out of the week, we have sparring a couple of hours after that. Four days of the week, I do an extra run at night so some days, I have four workouts a day.
7. Are any family and friends coming to China to support you?
I’m not totally sure but I know my dad, two of my uncles, and both of my coaches are coming
8. What does being an Olympian mean to you?
It means a lot, not a lot of people get to be in the position that I’m in right now. I know a lot of people back home would love to be in this position right now so I have to take advantage of it, put all the hard work together and make it happen. It makes me feel good when I think about it. Even after the Olympics, when I think about being an Olympian, it will mean a lot to me. It will always be in my mind, it will never go away.
9. What is your favorite thing to eat here?
Pasta
10. What can people expect to see from you when you finally take the ring at the Workers Indoor Arena?
Heart, speed, focus. They will see the World Kid Ali, I’m going to try to be the best I can be in there.
The United States Olympic Boxing Team endured a long day on Tuesday as they continue the countdown toward the start of the Olympic Games. The nine boxers went through a rigorous strength and conditioning workout at the Beijing Normal University track in the morning before welcoming numerous members of the media during their afternoon training session. The squad closed the day with a sparring session before returning to the Olympic village for the night. Lightweight Sadam Ali (Brooklyn, N.Y.) took time out from his hectic day to share his thoughts on the Olympics and the final preparations for his opening bout.
1. How are you feeling now just a few days out from the Opening Ceremonies?
It’s right there, its super close so its time to bite down, start focusing down and get ready for what’s coming.
2. How has being on the ground here in China affected your training?
It didn’t really affect my training, we came out here, worked really hard, did three workouts a day and we’re ready to go.
3. What is the most challenging part of being here in Beijing?
Being so far from home and away from my family
4. What is your favorite thing about China so far?
How nice the people here are, they really make you feel welcome. They really respect us and I like that and I like shopping.
5. What was the one thing you wanted to make sure you brought to China?
My heart, I have everything in my heart. I have my dad, my family, everybody back home, everyone that’s supporting me. They are all in my heart.
6. What is a typical day like here for you in Beijing?
Wake up in the morning, get dressed, brush my teeth and get ready to do the morning workout. After the morning workout, we have a couple of hours and we have the gym workout. Three days out of the week, we have sparring a couple of hours after that. Four days of the week, I do an extra run at night so some days, I have four workouts a day.
7. Are any family and friends coming to China to support you?
I’m not totally sure but I know my dad, two of my uncles, and both of my coaches are coming
8. What does being an Olympian mean to you?
It means a lot, not a lot of people get to be in the position that I’m in right now. I know a lot of people back home would love to be in this position right now so I have to take advantage of it, put all the hard work together and make it happen. It makes me feel good when I think about it. Even after the Olympics, when I think about being an Olympian, it will mean a lot to me. It will always be in my mind, it will never go away.
9. What is your favorite thing to eat here?
Pasta
10. What can people expect to see from you when you finally take the ring at the Workers Indoor Arena?
Heart, speed, focus. They will see the World Kid Ali, I’m going to try to be the best I can be in there.
GODFREY: "CALLOWAY DUCKED ME"
Cruiserweight Matt “Too Smooth” Godfrey (16-1, 9 KOs) had his nose bent out of shape, so to speak, by recent comments attributed to Rob “All American Prize Fighter” Calloway. Calloway (70-7-2, 56 KOs) was quoted as saying, “I’ve never turned down any fight!” He went on to proclaim that he deserved a title fight and proceeded to call out Rudolf Kraj, Firat Arslan and Enzo Maccaranelli. Godfrey took offense because, he says, Calloway passed on an opportunity to fight Godfrey on August 29, 2008 in an ESPN2 main event. “I know Rob and he’s a great guy,” Godfrey said, “but my speed and movement would be too much for him to handle. If he wants to fight the elite guys in the cruiserweight division, he should have taken the fight against me to prove himself. I am an elite cruiserweight but he didn’t take the fight.”
Despite Rob proclaiming he’d fight anyone in the world given three weeks notice, Team Calloway reportedly passed on Godfrey because Rob had a fight July 19 against Max Alexander (14-2-1), which ended in a 12-round draw. Godfrey’s only loss as a pro was a 12-round decision in a WBC title eliminator to Kraj in Germany this past March.
Matt, second heavyweight alternate on the 2004 U.S. Olympic Boxing Team, had a 194-23 amateur record, capturing six national championships -- four open tournaments including the 2004 Everlast U.S. Championships, plus two in the Junior Olympics – as well as a Bronze medal at the 2001 Pan-American Games, Silver in all four of that year’s national major tournaments (National Golden Gloves, PAL (Police Athletic League), U.S. Championships and U.S. Challenge) and six-time New England Golden Gloves champion.
Godfrey was a highly decorated U.S. amateur who defeated many of today’s contemporary pro boxers in the amateurs such as former WBA middleweight title challenger Randy “The Gentleman Griffin (24-2-3, 12 KOs), unbeaten heavyweight prospect Chazz “Mensa With Muscles” Witherspoon (23-1, 15 KOs), Devin Vargas (16-0, 7 KOs), Corey “Black Ice” Cummings (16-3, 12 KOs), Leonard “Haitian Sensation” Pierre (18-3, 13 KOs) and John Johnson (12-2, 10 KOs).
Cruiserweight Matt “Too Smooth” Godfrey (16-1, 9 KOs) had his nose bent out of shape, so to speak, by recent comments attributed to Rob “All American Prize Fighter” Calloway. Calloway (70-7-2, 56 KOs) was quoted as saying, “I’ve never turned down any fight!” He went on to proclaim that he deserved a title fight and proceeded to call out Rudolf Kraj, Firat Arslan and Enzo Maccaranelli. Godfrey took offense because, he says, Calloway passed on an opportunity to fight Godfrey on August 29, 2008 in an ESPN2 main event. “I know Rob and he’s a great guy,” Godfrey said, “but my speed and movement would be too much for him to handle. If he wants to fight the elite guys in the cruiserweight division, he should have taken the fight against me to prove himself. I am an elite cruiserweight but he didn’t take the fight.”
Despite Rob proclaiming he’d fight anyone in the world given three weeks notice, Team Calloway reportedly passed on Godfrey because Rob had a fight July 19 against Max Alexander (14-2-1), which ended in a 12-round draw. Godfrey’s only loss as a pro was a 12-round decision in a WBC title eliminator to Kraj in Germany this past March.
Matt, second heavyweight alternate on the 2004 U.S. Olympic Boxing Team, had a 194-23 amateur record, capturing six national championships -- four open tournaments including the 2004 Everlast U.S. Championships, plus two in the Junior Olympics – as well as a Bronze medal at the 2001 Pan-American Games, Silver in all four of that year’s national major tournaments (National Golden Gloves, PAL (Police Athletic League), U.S. Championships and U.S. Challenge) and six-time New England Golden Gloves champion.
Godfrey was a highly decorated U.S. amateur who defeated many of today’s contemporary pro boxers in the amateurs such as former WBA middleweight title challenger Randy “The Gentleman Griffin (24-2-3, 12 KOs), unbeaten heavyweight prospect Chazz “Mensa With Muscles” Witherspoon (23-1, 15 KOs), Devin Vargas (16-0, 7 KOs), Corey “Black Ice” Cummings (16-3, 12 KOs), Leonard “Haitian Sensation” Pierre (18-3, 13 KOs) and John Johnson (12-2, 10 KOs).
MALIGNAGGI RECOVERY IS AHEAD OF SCHEDULE
IBF junior welterweight champion Paulie “The Magic Man” Malignaggi (25-1, 5 KOs) is significantly ahead of schedule in terms of full recovery from his May 28th surgery to repair a fractured metacarpal bone of the middle finger on his right hand. Malignaggi already is preparing for his November 22nd mega-showdown against Ricky Hatton in Las Vegas, lightly working out in Brooklyn’s famed Gleason’s Gym as well as running three days a week.
“I can start punching in a few weeks,” an ecstatic Malignaggi said after last week’s evaluation by renowned boxing hand specialist, Dr. Steven Margles, at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts. “I’m building a base now and excited about soon starting training camp (with head trainer Buddy McGirt in Vero Beach, Florida). After I beat Hatton I will be universally recognized as the top junior welterweight in the world.”
Dr. Margles reported, “I’m impressed with how the bone has healed. It looks great and is way ahead of normal healing schedules. Paulie will be able to punch the light bag (probably by the end of next week) and two weeks later punch with more resistance.”
IBF junior welterweight champion Paulie “The Magic Man” Malignaggi (25-1, 5 KOs) is significantly ahead of schedule in terms of full recovery from his May 28th surgery to repair a fractured metacarpal bone of the middle finger on his right hand. Malignaggi already is preparing for his November 22nd mega-showdown against Ricky Hatton in Las Vegas, lightly working out in Brooklyn’s famed Gleason’s Gym as well as running three days a week.
“I can start punching in a few weeks,” an ecstatic Malignaggi said after last week’s evaluation by renowned boxing hand specialist, Dr. Steven Margles, at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts. “I’m building a base now and excited about soon starting training camp (with head trainer Buddy McGirt in Vero Beach, Florida). After I beat Hatton I will be universally recognized as the top junior welterweight in the world.”
Dr. Margles reported, “I’m impressed with how the bone has healed. It looks great and is way ahead of normal healing schedules. Paulie will be able to punch the light bag (probably by the end of next week) and two weeks later punch with more resistance.”