Sep 30, 2007 | Sunday Times
Valuev's bid to win back title on track
“I would have loved to win by knock-out, but it wasn't possible. It doesn't matter, though. Going 12 rounds against a southpaw was a good test .”
NIKOLAI Valuev wants to face Sergei Liakhovich early next year in the final eliminator before facing current W B A champion Ruslan Chagaev as the huge Russian bids to win his world heavyweight title back. via Sunday Times
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Boxing Forum & PollsSep 30, 2007 | Political Gateway
Boxer Zab Judah was ordered to pay damages to a woman who alleges the former welterweight champ pawed her in a New York nightclub. via Political Gateway
Sep 30, 2007 | WDUN-AM Gainesville
Holyfield seeks rematch with Foreman to become champion of grills
“You'll be cooking twice as fast and a whole lot healthier with my affordable Real Deal Grill.”
George Foreman once battled Evander Holyfield in an unsuccessful attempt to take the heavyweight title. via WDUN-AM Gainesville
Sep 30, 2007 | Los Angeles Times
“But it was my fourth or fifth open tournament, and I was about 17. And he was like 21 or 22 with a ton of amateur fights.”
Atlantic City doesn't necessarily bode well for up-and-coming boxers from Youngstown, Ohio. via Los Angeles Times
Sep 30, 2007 | Mirror.co.uk
Julio Gonzalez claims he will run Clinton Woods into the ground and...
“I'm glad Clinton Woods wants to knock me out because that means it's going to be a good fight”
Julio Gonzalez claims he will run Clinton Woods into the ground and take revenge on the IBF light-heavyweight champ. via Mirror.co.uk
Sep 29, 2007 | Log Cabin Democrat
Younger Hearns stays unbeaten by stopping Kamya
Middleweight Ronald Hearns remained undefeated by stopping Robert Kamya in the first round Saturday night on the undercard of the Jermain Taylor-Kelly Pavlik middleweight title bout. via Log Cabin Democrat
Sep 29, 2007 | 411mania.com
Second WWE Smackdown Taping Report [Spoilers]
“Oh no, never mind. Get her off the screen.”
Second WWE Smackdown Taping Report [Spoilers] Posted by Ashish on 09.26.2007 More detailed report... WWE Friday Night SmackDown! TAPED: September 25, 2007 AIRS: September 28, 2007 Indianapolis, Indiana @ ... via 411mania.com
Sep 29, 2007 | Tribune-Chronicle
Fans follow Ghost to Atlantic City
The scene seemed surreal, something more suited for a movie screen. Nearly an hour before Friday night's weigh-in, scheduled for 6 p.m., an estimated 500 people crammed into Palladium Ballroom C on the second ... via Tribune-Chronicle
Sep 28, 2007 | PR-inside.com
Report: Shane Mosley allegedly used BALCO drugs before 2003 fight against De La Hoya
Boxer Shane Mosley is accused of using designer steroids the clear and the cream _ from the now-defunct Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative _ as part of a doping regimen before a 2003 title bout against Oscar De ... via PR-inside.com
Sep 28, 2007 | IcBirmingham
Elcock's ready to get physical
WAYNE Elcock, the pride of Birmingham boxing, claims that champion Howard Eastman will be "no match for me" when they meet for the British middleweight title at the Coventry Skydome tonight. via IcBirmingham
Sep 28, 2007 | Nbc4i.com
Buckeyes Aware Of Minnesota's Awful Numbers On Defense
“Jack knows when I'm up or down. Everything goes smooth. You don't go 31-0, fighting the dangerous guys we have, without the right guy.”
Boxer Kelly Pavlik left this week for Atlantic City, N.J., seeking his long-awaited shot at a title and the opportunity to give his hometown a night in the spotlight. via Nbc4i.com
Sep 28, 2007 | Boxing Blog
“I look forward to this shot at upsetting Joe Mesi and putting my name on the national scene”
Unbeaten "Baby" Joe Mesi has dedicated his CES debut on October 12 to injured Buffalo Bills lineman Kevin Everett, while Shannon Miller has vowed to upset Mesi in their 10-round main event in "Clash Of The ... via Boxing Blog
Sep 27, 2007 | MyTown
Boxing: Azzaoui off to prepare for title fight
New Zealand cruiserweight boxing champion Mohamed Azzaoui heads to London on Sunday to prepare for a fight in the biggest boxing event ever to be staged in Russia. via MyTown
Sep 27, 2007 | PR-inside.com
McCline steps in for injured Maskaev in heavyweight fight
Jameel McCline will replace Oleg Maskaev and challenge interim champion Samuel Peter for the World Boxing Council heavyweight title on Oct. via PR-inside.com
Sep 27, 2007 | IcWales
- Coward' hit ex-girlfriend during row
“Any man who hits a woman is nothing other than a coward and bully. "Someone such as yourself ought to know better, with your interest in boxing. "Any man who gives in to that temptation can only expect to lose his liberty.”
A BOXING fan lashed out and punched his former girlfriend during an argument at a boxing match. via IcWales
Sep 27, 2007 | The Fresno Bee
“There aren't a lot of Latino heavyweights out there”
Manuel Quezada was a kickboxer looking to cash in on a hobby six years ago. Today, the Wasco resident is on the verge of becoming one of the world's top 25 heavyweight boxers. via The Fresno Bee
Sep 27, 2007 | AdelaideNow...
Title quest: I'll win one-eyed, says Mundine
“It's not sore, but there's still a bit of cloudiness in the eye.”
DUAL world champion Anthony Mundine says he is legally blind in his left eye but it won't stop him winning the undisputed world super middleweight crown next year. via AdelaideNow...
Sep 26, 2007 | SecondsOut.com
McCline Named To Face Peter for WBC crown
Official Statement From WBC President Jose Sulaiman: The WBC has named Jameel McCline from the USA as the next challenger for new interim heavyweight champion Samuel Peter at Madison Square Garden in New York ... via SecondsOut.com
Sep 26, 2007 | Nevada Appeal
Sizing up Taylor-Pavlik matchup
“He's a strong fighter over smaller guys”
Ever since he was an amateur who was built like a praying mantis, middleweight Kelly "The Ghost" Pavlik - all 6-foot-2 1U2 of him - has been underestimated by his opponents. via Nevada Appeal
Sep 26, 2007 | Daily Star
Cops charge driver nearly killed by Naz
“We will take your licence away.”
MAD Timothy Brady was jailed yesterday for doing 172mph in a Porsche 911 on a country road. via Daily Star
Sep 26, 2007 | Arizona Daily Star
Tyson pleads guilty to possession, DUI
' Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson pleaded guilty Monday to charges of drug possession and driving under the influence stemming from a traffic stop last year as he was leaving a nightclub. via Arizona Daily Star
Sep 25, 2007 | Dayton Daily News
Dahlberg: Tyson shouldn't go back to prison
“He's around people who love and care for him”
It's always easy to kick a guy when he's down, and Mike Tyson has been down more times than you can count. via Dayton Daily News
Sep 25, 2007 | Bangkok Post
Ketsaraporn set Thai barextremely high
Few Thais were interested in weightlifting until lifter Ketsaraporn Suta powered her way into the kingdom's sporting history when she came from nowhere to claim a bronze medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. via Bangkok Post
Sep 25, 2007 | MyFOX Atlanta
The man who was injured in a crash caused by Naseem Hamed has been charged with dangerous driving following an alleged incident involving the ex boxer's wife. via MyFOX Atlanta
Sep 25, 2007 | Newsday.com
Tyson pleads guilty to drug charges
TYSON PLEADS GUILTY. Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson pleaded guilty yesterday in Mesa, Ariz., to charges of drug possession and driving under the influence stemming from a traffic stop last year as he ... via Newsday.com
Sep 24, 2007 | The Arizona Daily Star
Ex-champ Mike Tyson pleads guilty to drug, DUI charges
“He has run out of second chances, at least in my book”
Buy Daily Star photo reprints Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson leaves Maricopa County Superior Court Monday after pleading guilty to charges of drug possession and driving under the influence ... via The Arizona Daily Star
Sep 24, 2007 | CBS Sportsline.com
Florian finishes Thomas at Fight Night
“If the UFC calls, and (UFC matchmaker) Joe Silva's on the phone and tells you you've got a fight coming up, you better hope and pray it's not Kenny Florian.”
Florian finishes another one at UFC Fight Night Kenny Florian continued to live up to his unofficial nickname "The Finisher" on Wednesday night, submitting Din Thomas with a rear naked choke in the main event ... via CBS Sportsline.com
Sep 24, 2007 | CBS SportsLine
Venezuelan Munoz defeats Japan's Aizawa to retain WBA title
Venezuela's Alexander Munoz defeated Japan's Kuniyuki Aizawa on Monday on a unanimous decision to defend his WBA super flyweight title. via CBS SportsLine
Sep 23, 2007 | News of the World
ROMP: Stripper reveals kinky secrets of Oscar De La Hoya
“It wasn't a sexual relationship, but I'm sure it gave him a lot pleasure to be with me. "He just wanted a bit of fun, a change from his boring life. It wasn't an affair.”
A STRIPPER who took astonishing snaps of boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya dressed as a woman revealed he loves to float like a butterfly and sing like a SHE during kinky sex games. via News of the World
Sep 23, 2007 | Daily Star
“When you get to my age you are coming towards the end of your career. "If something went wrong, then I can't see myself coming back unless it was on a cut.”
CLINTON WOODS reckons his weapons are primed to put him back on track to the top. via Daily Star
Sep 23, 2007 | BBC News
Harrison cancels bout after crash
“Thank God everyone involved in the crash survived.”
Inside Sport Sunday, 23 September 2007, 11:51 GMT 12:51 UK Harrison cancels bout after crash Audley Harrison's ring comeback has been postponed after the former Olympic champion was involved in a serious car ... via BBC News
Sep 23, 2007 | Daily Record
SHOCKY Stripper Claims Boxing Hero Dressed In Women's Undies
“I fully believe she is telling the truth. "She had been reluctant to talk. But now that she's being called a liar, she's ready. "And, believe me, she has a lot of details.”
BOXING legend Oscar De La Hoya is facing one of the dirtiest fights of his life - over pictures of him in women's underwear. via Daily Record
Sep 22, 2007 | The Toronto Star
“All the statistics show that women who fight back or make scenes are more likely to survive”
This fall, female students in the Toronto area will be brushing up on more than just time management and study skills. via The Toronto Star
Sep 22, 2007 | USA Today
Taylor says he has 'a lot to prove' in fight vs. Pavlik
“Just that I'm still champion, I'm still undefeated and I'm still hungry. I just want to keep winning and keep looking good.”
Oleg Maskaev vs. Samuel Peter , 12 rounds for heavyweight title, at Madison Square Garden Manny Pacquiao vs. via USA Today
Sep 22, 2007 | Free Republic
Oscar De La Hoya fights drag photos, kinky affair rumors
“Yes, people, this is the tough guy, champion boxer Oscar De La Hoya, all prettied up for the camera!”
Posted on 09/20/2007 7:18:43 AM PDT by presidio9 Boxer Oscar De La Hoya is slapping away photos that appear to show him dressed in drag - as well as claims that the married champ carried on a kinky, year-long ... via Free Republic
Sep 21, 2007 | SI.com
Injured Oleg Maskaev pulls out of heavyweight title bout with Samuel Peter
“We are shocked and disappointed that Maskaev is pulling out of the fight”
WBC heavyweight champion Oleg Maskaev pulled out of his Oct. 6 title defense against Samuel Peter on Friday, citing a back injury. via SI.com
Sep 21, 2007 | Charleston Daily Mail
WVU hasn't run well against ECU
“Other teams try what they do against us”
On the scale of sports surprises, this was somewhere between the Dream Team winning the gold medal at the 1992 summer Olympics and Mike Tyson knocking out Tervor Berbick to win the world heavyweight ... via Charleston Daily Mail
Sep 21, 2007 | Boxing Blog
Boasting a combined record of 154 victories - ' 80 by knockout - against just 12 losses and a winning percentage exceeding 92%, the three-bout pay-per-view undercard for "Will to Win" promises to be 100% ... via Boxing Blog
Sep 21, 2007 | SecondsOut.com
Mesi-Miller Plus Olympian Estrada Headline Oct. 12
“Welcome, Joe (Mesi). I'm taking a little step backwards fighting six rounds. Hopefully, next year the Christy Martin fight or a big one will happen. My trainer, Kurt Reader, has been getting me ready for anybody.”
The CES debut of unbeaten Joe Mesi and the return of 2004 U.S. Olympian Jason Estrada co-headline in a pair of heavyweight bouts on October 12 in "Clash Of The Titans," promoted by Jimmy Burchfield's Classic ... via SecondsOut.com
Sep 20, 2007 | Vindy.com
Coming out swinging Jermain Taylor has already started...
“That's an advantage for me if that's what he thinks.”
Jermain Taylor showed off his jab Thursday, while Youngstown's Kelly Pavlik proved once again he could take a punch. via Vindy.com
Sep 20, 2007 | BBC News
Arthur set for December defence
Inside Sport Thursday, 20 September 2007, 17:07 GMT 18:07 UK Arthur announces December defence Alex Arthur will make the first defence of his interim WBO super featherweight title on 15 December at Edinburgh's ... via BBC News
Sep 20, 2007 | BBC News
Audley Harrison returns to the ring
“This outing is low-key and will give me the chance to shake off some ring rust. I expect to be back in the ring in November or December.”
Inside Sport Thursday, 20 September 2007, 12:53 GMT 13:53 UK Harrison to make 'low-key' return Audley Harrison will face Ricky Hatton's bodyguard, Paul King, in his comeback fight. via BBC News
Sep 20, 2007 | People's Daily Online
Body found in abandoned toddler case
“She disclosed that she had been in a violent situation with him before and that it wasn't the first time he had physically beaten her badly”
New Zealand police yesterday found the body of a young Asian woman in a car outside the home of a three-year old toddler, who was abandoned at a train station in Australia. via People's Daily Online
Sep 19, 2007 | CBS Sportsline.com
Mayweather, Hatton trade barbs in NYC
“Punch-hold, every fight, that's all he do. He wrestled Kostya Tszyu to death. "Who have you beat? An over-the-hill Kostya Tszyu and (Jose-Luis) Castillo. I beat Castillo when he was in his prime over six years ago.”
An upscale restaurant that converts into an ice skating rink in winter is a strange place for a couple of undefeated boxers to be trading insults. via CBS Sportsline.com
Sep 19, 2007 | Reuters | Posted by Reuters
Madison Square Garden ring out for count after 82 years
“I feel like I'm the champion already.”
By Larry Fine
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The boxing ring at Madison Square Garden, where Joe Louis, Sugar Ray Robinson and Muhammad Ali plied their trade, went down for the count on Wednesday.
The ring, scene of hundreds of world championship bouts, was officially retired by Garden officials, who are donating the 82-year-old sports relic to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York.
A new ring will be in place for the October 6 World Boxing Council heavyweight title fight between holder Oleg Maskaev of Russia and Nigerian Samuel Peter at the Garden. Read more
Sep 19, 2007 | Raw Story
Polish party posts nude posters for upcoming election
“All that interests us is the future, the position of women in society. We will open the archives of the former secret communist agents, we will make known their corrupt affairs”
A new Polish women's political party risks shocking the majority Catholic country by plastering nude posters of their female candidates for the upcoming October 21 parliamentary election. via Raw Story
Sep 19, 2007 | 680News
Light heavyweight Adrian Diaconu to miss title fight with hand injury
Adrian Diaconu's first world title fight is off. The Montreal-based light heavyweight suffered a bruised right hand in training this week and was forced to pull out of a Sept. via 680News
Sep 19, 2007 | Sports Network
Holyfield still not the retiring type
“Williamson vs. McCline is a fight made by Vitali Klitschko”
Oh sure, he hears it...but it doesn't bother him. In fact, when Evander Holyfield comes upon yet another opinion critical of his latest in-ring forays, he simply chalks it all up to experience. via Sports Network
Sep 18, 2007 | BBC News
Lockett closer to WBO title shot
Inside Sport Tuesday, 18 September 2007, 18:28 GMT 19:28 UK Lockett closer to WBO title shot Cwmbran middleweight Gary Lockett has taken a step closer to fighting for a genuine world title. via BBC News
Sep 18, 2007 | TNT Magazine
Sollano in for a fight with Funeka
“I was struggling to fight in the junior lightweights when I fought Fana, but now I am okay in the higher weight limit.”
Philippines boxer Junior J Sollano arrived in South Africa's, East London on Monday for his WBC International lightweight title challenge against Ali Funeka at the Orient Theatre on Sunday. via TNT Magazine
Sep 17, 2007 | The Fresno Bee
Table Mountain fight card features IBA champ Mora
IBA junior welterweight champion Adrian Mora will headline a Melee on the Mountain boxing card Tuesday at Table Mountain Casino when he fights veteran Javier Jauregui in a 12-round bout. via The Fresno Bee
Sep 17, 2007 | International Herald Tribune
Arce stops Rojas with sixth-round TKO
LAS VEGAS : Jorge Arce stopped fellow Mexican Tomas Rojas in the sixth round of their WBC Latino Bantamweight bout Sunday with a technical knockout. via International Herald Tribune
Sep 17, 2007 | New York Times
Sugar and Spice and a Vicious Right: Thai Boxing Discovers Its Feminine Side
“We have to change the perception of the sport.”
NERN MAPRANG, Thailand - "To be a good girl," says Pannipa Chaiyated, a demure 13-year-old, "you must have manners, speak politely and help with the housework." Thomas Fuller/International Herald Tribune ... via New York Times
Sep 16, 2007 | WGRZ-TV Buffalo
Tonawanda heavyweight Joe Mesi is supposed to fight Troy's Shannon Miller on October 12th in Rhode Island. via WGRZ-TV Buffalo
Sep 16, 2007 | Houston Chronicle
The feminine side to Thai boxing
“When they grow up they get a boyfriend or they get married”
"To be a good girl," says Pannipa Chaiyated, a demure 13-year-old, "you must have manners, speak politely and help with the housework." That is when she is not slugging her opponents in the ring. via Houston Chronicle
Sep 15, 2007 | Earth Times
German Braehmer defends belt, avenges earlier loss to Veit - Summary
Super middleweight Juergen Braehmer defended his WBO super middleweight intercontinental title Saturday night. via Earth Times
Sep 15, 2007 |