Column: Boxing is dead and the sport has only its internal politics to blame
5 years, 4 months ago

Column: Boxing is dead and the sport has only its internal politics to blame

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez, left, hits Daniel Jacobs during a middleweight title boxing match on May 4 in Las Vegas. Alvarez intensely dislikes Golovkin, enough to where he doesn’t want to give him the massive payday that would be part of a third fight. Sports Anthony Joshua-Andy Ruiz rematch will be in Saudi Arabia Andy Ruiz Jr., who stunned the boxing world with his victory over heavy favorite Anthony Joshua in June to take his titles, will try to repeat the feat in a Dec. 7 rematch in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. The decision to take the fight to Saudi Arabia has been criticized over the country’s human rights record, the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, its treatment of the LGBTQ community and the war in Yemen. “I’m finally getting the opportunity to fight the top guys, the top five guys in the welterweight division and make my name known,” said Spence, who will take on the pitbull-like Shawn Porter.

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The rise and fall of Ryan Garcia: Embattled boxer wants to be the relatable anti-hero
1 month, 4 weeks ago

The rise and fall of Ryan Garcia: Embattled boxer wants to be the relatable anti-hero

LA Times  

To say Ryan Garcia has had a bad year is an understatement. “I feel like I’m just too good at my sport to leave yet,” said Garcia, whose unshakable confidence — some would call it a cocky arrogance — is his real superpower. “You could tell this kid was going to excel.” And for Garcia, making good on that promise …

Anthony Joshua coldly killed off Francis Ngannou. Now his destiny is Tyson Fury
10 months ago

Anthony Joshua coldly killed off Francis Ngannou. Now his destiny is Tyson Fury

The Independent  

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Jake Paul challenges Canelo Alvarez, aims to cement legacy as greatest sports story
1 year, 3 months ago

Jake Paul challenges Canelo Alvarez, aims to cement legacy as greatest sports story

Hindustan Times  

In a recent tweet that has sent shockwaves through the world of YouTube and boxing, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul made mention of fighting with Mexican boxing sensation Canelo Alvarez. Jake Paul vs. Canelo Alvarez: A Twitter Challenge Shakes Up the Boxing Universe Jake Paul, also known as the Problem Child, made his transition from being an online sensation to professional boxing …

'Why Not?' Boxing phenomenon Canelo Álvarez hints at a future clash with Jake Paul in a high-stakes boxing extravaganza
1 year, 3 months ago

'Why Not?' Boxing phenomenon Canelo Álvarez hints at a future clash with Jake Paul in a high-stakes boxing extravaganza

Hindustan Times  

The reigning super middleweight boxing champion, Saul Álvarez, also famously known as Canelo, has hinted at the possibility of facing social media superstar Jake Paul in a boxing match once he has concluded his career in the sport. Boxing Superstar Canelo Álvarez teases potential showdown with Jake Paul in post-retirement bout Canelo expressed his openness to the idea, suggesting that …

Canelo Álvarez’s decline is inevitable. Is there anyone to take his mantle in boxing?
1 year, 3 months ago

Canelo Álvarez’s decline is inevitable. Is there anyone to take his mantle in boxing?

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez, left, and Jermell Charlo pose during their weigh-in at Toshiba Plaza in Las Vegas on Friday afternoon. Several times Wednesday, during the final news conference before his fight Saturday against Jermell Charlo, Canelo Álvarez was referred to as boxing’s biggest superstar. Álvarez hasn’t looked particularly sharp since stopping Caleb Plant to become the undisputed super middleweight champion almost …

Nate Diaz makes his boxing debut opposite Jake Paul, but can he succeed where other UFC legends have failed? Conor McGregor, Tyron Woodley and many others have suffered losses while Francis Ngannou pr
1 year, 5 months ago

Nate Diaz makes his boxing debut opposite Jake Paul, but can he succeed where other UFC legends have failed? Conor McGregor, Tyron Woodley and many others have suffered losses while Francis Ngannou pr

Daily Mail  

The history of the world's most popular combat sports - mixed martial arts and boxing - are inexorably linked. Former UFC star Nate Diaz is preparing to make his boxing debut on Saturday night when he takes on influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul Conor McGregor - 0-1 Regardless of your opinion on the crossover era of combat sports that it birthed, it's …

Canelo Álvarez defeats Gennadiy Golovkin and thanks him ‘for three great fights’
2 years, 3 months ago

Canelo Álvarez defeats Gennadiy Golovkin and thanks him ‘for three great fights’

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez celebrates after defeating Gennadiy Golovkin in their super-middleweight title fight in Las Vegas on Saturday night. Canelo Álvarez and Gennadiy Golovkin, rivals for a half-decade atop the boxing world, dropped their gloves once the final bell sounded Saturday. “I told him, ‘Thank you for everything,’” Álvarez said in Spanish, “because we gave the fans three great fights.” Álvarez, …

Canelo Alvarez handed boxing lesson by Dmitry Bivol to set up tantalising rematch
2 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez handed boxing lesson by Dmitry Bivol to set up tantalising rematch

The Independent  

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On This Day in 2016: Amir Khan suffers a brutal defeat to champion Saul Alvarez
2 years, 8 months ago

On This Day in 2016: Amir Khan suffers a brutal defeat to champion Saul Alvarez

The Independent  

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Kamaru Usman vs Canelo Alvarez ‘a stupid fight to make’, Dana White claims
2 years, 9 months ago

Kamaru Usman vs Canelo Alvarez ‘a stupid fight to make’, Dana White claims

The Independent  

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Canelo must seek new challenge after undisputed title run
3 years, 2 months ago

Canelo must seek new challenge after undisputed title run

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Canelo Álvarez came out of the pandemic determined to cross another frontier in boxing history. When Álvarez added the IBF’s 168-pound belt to the WBC, WBA and WBO straps already dangling from both of his weary arms Saturday night, the first undisputed champ in the super middleweight division’s history could finally relax. “I need to recover.” Álvarez’s …

Canelo Alvarez to fight Caleb Plant for undisputed super middleweight world title
3 years, 4 months ago

Canelo Alvarez to fight Caleb Plant for undisputed super middleweight world title

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez serves Billy Joe Saunders a brutal reminder of why he is boxing’s king
3 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez serves Billy Joe Saunders a brutal reminder of why he is boxing’s king

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez beats Billy Joe Saunders to unify titles in front of record crowd
3 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez beats Billy Joe Saunders to unify titles in front of record crowd

Firstpost  

The wildly popular Mexican added another belt in the super middleweight division, handing Billy Joe Saunders his first loss when the English boxer didn’t come out for the ninth round Saturday night. Arlington: Big ring or small, Texas judges or not, Canelo Alvarez wasn’t going to disappoint a huge pro-Mexico crowd in another fight in Texas. The wildly popular Mexican …

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders: Supreme Mexican aims to show why he’s boxing’s king
3 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders: Supreme Mexican aims to show why he’s boxing’s king

The Independent  

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Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders separated in heated face-off before showdown
3 years, 8 months ago

Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders separated in heated face-off before showdown

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Canelo Alvarez to face Saunders on May 8 at AT&T Stadium
3 years, 9 months ago

Canelo Alvarez to face Saunders on May 8 at AT&T Stadium

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Canelo Alvarez will return to AT&T Stadium for a world super-middleweight unification fight May 8 against undefeated Billy Joe Saunders. Mexico’s Alvarez regularly fights on or near Cinco de Mayo, though the coronavirus pandemic prevented such a bout last year. “We are proud to host a boxing match of this magnitude as we welcome back Canelo Alvarez …

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium

The Hindu  

With a growing reputation as boxing's most popular fighter, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is preparing to showcase his skills at the home of the Miami Dolphins. “Without question, it is great motivation.” Without COVID-19 crowd restrictions, Alvarez would have likely attracted more than the 20% limit allowed at the 65,000-seat venue for Saturday's bout. READ: “Our last fight, 12,000 were allowed …

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — With a growing reputation as boxing’s most popular fighter, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is preparing to showcase his skills at the home of the Miami Dolphins. “Without question, it is great motivation.” Without COVID-19 crowd restrictions, Alvarez would have likely attracted more than the 20% limit allowed at the 65,000-seat venue for Saturday’s bout. “Our last fight, …

Canelo Alvarez teaches Callum Smith a brutal lesson in boxing humility
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez teaches Callum Smith a brutal lesson in boxing humility

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Fight week for Saul “Canelo” Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always …

Saul Canelo Alvarez Poised for Ring Return after Tumultuous Year
4 years ago

Saul Canelo Alvarez Poised for Ring Return after Tumultuous Year

News 18  

Fight week for Saul Canelo Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always …

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year

Associated Press  

Fight week for Saul “Canelo” Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always …

Commentary: Boxing has no socially redeeming qualities. I can’t believe how much I miss it
4 years, 1 month ago

Commentary: Boxing has no socially redeeming qualities. I can’t believe how much I miss it

LA Times  

Let’s start with the obvious. Sports Mike Tyson’s latest act in life begins with comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr. Mike Tyson, 54, rediscovered his passion for boxing during quarantine. There are more goodies in the weeks ahead, starting Saturday night at Staples Center, with the match the sports world has long awaited: Mike Tyson versus Roy Jones Jr.. Tyson …

Canelo Alvarez takes on Callum Smith on Dec. 19 in Texas in first fight of post-Golden Boy era
4 years, 1 month ago

Canelo Alvarez takes on Callum Smith on Dec. 19 in Texas in first fight of post-Golden Boy era

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez celebrates after defeating Sergey Kovalev by knockout in a light-heavyweight WBO title bout on Nov. 2, 2019, in Las Vegas. Canelo Alvarez claimed perhaps the biggest victory of his career earlier this month when a lawsuit he’d filed against promoter Golden Boy ultimately led to his release from the company and unrestricted free agent status. Alvarez and the …

Canelo Alvarez’s split from Golden Boy Promotions is official
4 years, 2 months ago

Canelo Alvarez’s split from Golden Boy Promotions is official

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez poses for photos after defeating Sergey Kovalev by knockout on Nov. 2, 2019, in Las Vegas. Middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez officially became boxing’s biggest free agent after agreeing to a split with Oscar De La Hoya and Golden Boy Promotions, his manager announced on Friday. Eddy Reynoso, who also coaches the four-division champion from Mexico, said in a …

‘Terrible for the sport’: The real consequences of British boxing’s controversial scorecards
4 years, 2 months ago

‘Terrible for the sport’: The real consequences of British boxing’s controversial scorecards

The Independent  

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Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury is the fight of a lifetime but comes at a cost
4 years, 6 months ago

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury is the fight of a lifetime but comes at a cost

The Independent  

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Underdog Andy Ruiz Jr. beats Anthony Joshua in shock victory at Madison Square Garden to become three-belt heavyweight champion
5 years, 7 months ago

Underdog Andy Ruiz Jr. beats Anthony Joshua in shock victory at Madison Square Garden to become three-belt heavyweight champion

Firstpost  

Joshua had a massive height and reach advantage as he weighed in at a chiselled 247 pounds alongside the portly Ruiz, who beefed up to 268 pounds compared to 250 for his most recent fight New York: Anthony Joshua’s bid to make a splash in his US debut ended in misery for the three belt heavyweight world champion with a …

Canelo unifies middleweight titles with Jacobs win
5 years, 8 months ago

Canelo unifies middleweight titles with Jacobs win

The Hindu  

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez unified the WBA, WBC and IBF middleweight titles after defeating Daniel Jacobs by unanimous decision on Saturday. The meeting still went ahead and Canelo – fighting for the first time since his win over Rocky Fielding in December – was too efficient with his punching, passing a tough test against Jacobs as he moved within one belt …

Canelo Alvarez beats Daniel Jacobs by unanimous decision in middleweight unification bout
5 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez beats Daniel Jacobs by unanimous decision in middleweight unification bout

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez celebrates after his unanimous decision win over Daniel Jacobs in their middleweight unification fight at T-Mobile Arena on May 04, 2019 in Las Vegas. We just did our job.” In taking Jacobs’ International Boxing Federation middleweight belt, Alvarez was especially sharp in piling up early rounds, sweeping the first five on the cards of judges Dave Moretti and …

Canelo Alvarez vs Daniel Jacobs: American vows to beat Mexican and claim middleweight throne at Madison Square Garden in New York
5 years, 8 months ago

Canelo Alvarez vs Daniel Jacobs: American vows to beat Mexican and claim middleweight throne at Madison Square Garden in New York

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez seeks September fight with Gennady Golovkin, trainer says
5 years, 11 months ago

Canelo Alvarez seeks September fight with Gennady Golovkin, trainer says

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez is planning to follow his May 4 three-belt middleweight unification bout against Daniel Jacobs in Las Vegas with a trilogy fight against Gennady Golovkin in September, Alvarez’s trainer, Eddy Reynoso, told The Times. Relaxing after the Valdez workout, Reynoso repeated, “After this fight, very interested in having that fight with Golovkin.” Mexico’s Alvarez fought long-reigning middleweight champion Golovkin …

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