GFL PRESENTS “REAL FIGHTS” ON THE COMCAST NETWORK & COMCAST SPORTSNET TAKE ON PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “MUAY THAI XX” BEGINNING MAY 20
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GFL PRESENTS “REAL FIGHTS” ON THE COMCAST NETWORK & COMCAST SPORTSNET
TAKE ON PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “MUAY THAI XX” BEGINNING MAY 20
May 16, 2013
GFL and Comcast continue their weekly combat sports series, REAL FIGHTS, as Muay Thai takes center stage when TaKe On Productions presents TaKe On Muay Thai XX, the first full rules Muay Thai event ever held in New York City. The packed slate of hard-hitting, full contact striking comes to you from the bustling Resorts World Casino in New York.
In the main event, for the 175 lb title, undefeated Jason Van Oijen (6-0) and Georgui Smaguin (6-2) will lock horns as they go for gold. The Dutch Van Oijen is a fashion model by day and a fighter by night. He believes the best defense is a good offense and is always looking to make his opponents pay with every strike he throws. Smaguin plans on stifling Van Oijen’s attacks with constant movement and counters as he hopes to connect where Van Oijen misses.
In the co-main event, Jessica Ng (8-1) battles Levi Christobal (4-2) for the WKA Women’s 102 lb title. This fight is a rematch from a previous meeting where Ng picked up the victory. These women plan to outshine every other bout on the card, and with their high volume punching and kicking that is a safe bet. Look for this to be a war of attrition as both fighters are determined to be there swinging until the final bell.
If you love the art of striking, this is a must see event. TaKe-On Productions always puts on great shows and TaKe On Muay Thai XX will be another feather in the cap of the East Coast kingpin of Muay Thai.
Air times are listed below:
The Comcast Network (TCN) (all zones): Monday, May 20 at 7:00pm ET
TCN Replay (Mid-Atlantic): Thursday, May 23 at 9:00pm ET
TCN Replay (Mid-Atlantic): Friday, May 24 at 11:00pm ET
TCN Replay (Philly): Saturday, May 25 at 9:00pm ET
CSN Philadelphia: Thursday, May 23 at 7:00pm ET
CSN Philadelphia Replay: Sunday, May 26 at 8:00pm ET
CSN Mid-Atlantic (Washington DC & Baltimore): Saturday, June 1 at 11:00pm ET
CSN New England: Saturday, June 1, at 8:00pm ET
CSN Northwest: Saturday, June 22 at 11:00pm PT
CSN Northwest Replay: Monday, June 24, at 12:00am PT
CSN regions in other major markets including; CSS and CSN Bay Area will also be airing TaKe On Muay Thai XX in the weeks and months to come.
To stay connected with GFL and this unique fight series, visit these TCN & CSN online locations for up-to-the-date programming info.
The Comcast Network http://www.csnphilly.com/page/tcn
CSN Philadelphia http://www.csnphilly.com/ontv/listings
CSS http://www.csssports.com/ontv
CSN Washington http://www.csnwashington.com/ontv
CSN Baltimore http://www.csnbaltimore.com/ontv
CSN New England http://www.csnne.com/pages/oncsn
CSN Northwest http://www.csnnw.com/ontv
CSN Bay Area http://www.csnbayarea.com/ontv
Upcoming Events on Comcast
5/20: TaKe On Muay Thai XX (Muay Thai/kickboxing)
5/27: CFFC XXIV – Sullivan VS Becker (MMA)
6/3: Championship Class (boxing)
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Asylum Fight League 41 Preview
Asylum Fight League is back with its latest installment Asylum Fight League 41 on May 25 from the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This 16-bout amateur card will feature some of the top prospects on the East Coast.
In the main event, the Asylum Fight League Title will be on the line as Champion Tajuddin Abdul-Hakim (7-3) defends his title against Joseph Lowry (4-0). Abdul-Hakim is by far the toughest test ever for Lowry as Abdul-Hakim packs KO power in both hands and mixes up his striking very well. Lowry is a grinder who has defeated 3 of his opponents via decision. Lowry uses a mix of strong wrestling control and takedowns to wear his opponents out and keep them on their back for a good portion of the bout. If he can dictate where the fight goes in this bout, his opponent could be in for a long night.
Clarissa Padua (1-0) and Bryanna Fissori (2-0) square off in a women’s bantamweight bout in a battle of undefeated fighters. Padua submitted her only opponent in just over a minute in the first round and has been continuing to round out the rest of her game since then. Padua is a tenacious fighter who is always looking to bring the action to her opponents. Fissori is a champion for another organization and brings with her a lot of cage time compared to Padua. Fissori has shown she has great cardio conditioning combined with being a heavy puncher. Both women are two of the rising amateurs on the East Coast in the 135 lb division. This fight should be a shootout.
Asylum Fight League 41 comes to you live and direct on May 25. With a 16-bout scheduled card, you can be sure there will be plenty of knockouts, submissions and great fights. Don’t miss this exciting event which has become a proving ground for some of the top fighters in the North East. If you can’t be there live, the only way to see this show is to order it exclusively through the GFL Combat Sports Network at GFL.tv.
Canadian Cage Rage 11: Long Weekend Smackdown Preview
Canadian Cage Rage, Atlantic Canada’s premier Amateur MMA organization, returns with Cage Rage 11: Long Weekend Smackdown on May 20 at the Lion’s Club in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. Cage Rage is branching out of New Brunswick, Canada and looks to be a solid proving ground for MMA in Eastern Canada where the fighters are separated from the other Canadian hotbeds of Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver and as such have their own unique fighting circuit. This stacked amateur card is sure to heat up the night as these fighters go toe to toe.
In the main event, Norm Robichaud (0-6) takes on Eugene London (0-0). Robichaud hails from Shediak, NB and is known for his wild fighting style which always gets him in fights of the night, but also gets him in trouble in the cage. This will be the hometwon star London’s first MMA fight and all eyes will be on him. London lost his right arm in a farming accident just below the shoulder but that has not stopped him from pursuing his dream of competing in one of the most physically grueling sports imaginable. In fact, London has become a hero of sorts for all kinds of people scattered across the Eastern seaboard of Canada. Sometimes wins and losses are overshadowed by a bigger story. When Robichaud and London square off in the cage, this will be one of those rare instances where both men walk in and out of the cage as not only winners but champions.
In the co-main event, Chris Gallant (0-1) from Shediak, NB battles Dave Claroni (0-2) from Eastport, Maine in the United States in a lightweight scrap. Gallant and Claroni are both looking for their first wins, and it will be a contrast in styles as Gallant is a more well-rounded striker while Claroni is a strong wrestler and grappler. The key to the fight will be who can dictate where the fight goes and then from there implement their strengths either on the feet or on the mat.
Look for Cage Rage to continue to present hard hitting MMA action on GFL.tv. Cage Rage 11: Long Weekend Smackdown on May 20 will showcase the rising amatuers and blue chip prospects hailing from Canada’s Eastern region. Don’t miss this show to watch the future stars of tomorrow, compete today.
IZW Adrenaline May 18 Preview
With Coronation only a week old IZW is still reeling from the revelation that Jermaine Johnson has joined forces with IZW Champion Johnny Z. Johnson was put in the ring as the third man to bring structure and fairness to the title match between Z and Double D, but instead was an insurance policy for Z to retain the title. What will the Former Leader of the Hype Section have to say for himself and his actions? How long has this plan been simmering and are there more tricks up Johnny Z’s sleeve? Tune in this Saturday because both Johnson and Z will be in the house.
In other more troubling news, Impact Division Champion Damien Morte was hit by a car after Coronation where he successfully defended his title against “The Worst in the World” Copycat in an epic Impact X Match. The damage Morte suffered in the cage was only a prelude to the injuries he would suffer later in the night. Expect an update this Saturday on Morte’s condition and the ramifications that will have on the Impact Division Championship.
Speaking of Champions, Jordan Jacobs set himself apart as he won the Impact Player of the Year Tournament, defeating Bobby Starr in the finals of a Ladder Match. As the newly crowned Impact Player of the Year, Jacobs is the #1 Challenger for a championship title of his choosing. Jacobs is at the top of his game right now and chances are he’s ready to cash in his chips sooner rather than later and go for gold. Find out when and where this Saturday night.
Also, The Bronze Bull took it on the chin at Coronation as he was defeated by The Convict in a match that more closely resembled a street fight on the streets of Detroit. Bull has been through a vexing past few weeks beginning with Madame Commissioner Erica shaving off his golden locks and culminating with a 15 to 20 from The Convict at Coronation. Will The Bronze Bull be in the Impact Arena to once again pick himself up by the boot straps and fight the good fight, or has Erica and her Convict sent The Bronze Bull packing for good?
Randy Price took care of Brad Michaels in a barnburner that showed that the “Old School Sucka” is back 100% from his neck injury. With Michaels defeated by his own finisher, the piledriver, he has to be beside himself with anger. Will the CEO of the Old School Assassins show his face in the Impact Arena or has Price chased off his archrival.
The Birds of Prey continue to show no weakness as they once again dismantled Big Business. This bout had huge ramifications as if Big Business lost, which they did, they would be kicked out of Impact Elite. Kevin Morgan and Damon Windsor also got into a shoving match after the bout, possibly signaling the end of Big Business as a unit. If these two giants go their separate ways, who will form any challenge to the current IZW Tag Team Champion Birds?
This is who we are! Watch all the feuds and all the rivalries inside and outside of the ring. Tune in to the Southwest’s premiere wrestling federation and find out what will happen next. Feel the Impact!
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Champion Class Boxing Preview
All-In Entertainment promotions is set to bring an exciting night of boxing to Washington, D.C. when teen welterweight boxing sensation Dusty Hernandez-Harrison (14-0, 8 KO’s), puts his undefeated record on the line against his toughest competition to date when he faces Eddie Soto (12-6, 4 KO’s) of Pawtucket, RI on Saturday, May 18.
The eight-round bout is the Main Event of the All-In Entertainment promotion, Champions Class, which will take place at the University of the District of Columbia’s Sports Complex. There will be a buzz in the air as Hernandez-Harrison headlines the night’s action.
Hernandez-Harrison is currently the youngest boxer to compete in the professional ranks, making his pro debut at the young age of 17 back in June 2011. He has not only developed a huge following in such a short time, but has established himself as a young boxer quickly on the rise.
In his last bout, Hernandez-Harrison earned a six-round unanimous decision over Jonathan Garcia on April 12th in Dover, DE.
Soto, a native of Puerto Rico, fights out of New England and has faced some very tough competition during his stellar eight-year career. He dropped his last decision to Edgar Santana in late January in Dover. His last five opponents have posted an incredible combined record of 81-9-1, including Santana (26-4).
The night’s card is stacked with a mix of boxers who are on the rise, including two monster heavyweights when Natu Visinia (8-0, 7 KO’s) of Lakewood, CA tangles against Phil Brown (6-1, 3 KO’s) in what should be a hard-fought six-round slugfest. Brown is from Upper Marlboro, Md. while Visinia makes the trip from Lakewood, CA.
Mike Reed (2-0) is another one to watch. The up-and-coming welterweight prospect out of Waldorf, Maryland, is a former 2011 National Golden Gloves Champion. He is off to a fast start in his pro career and will look for his third straight win when he faces Christian Daniel, who will be making his pro debut, in a four-round contest. Daniel fights out of North Carolina.
Reed is coming off a win against Cassius Clay last month via a first-round KO . He has a great track record in the ring, as he was a medalist at the National Silver Gloves, USA Boxing Championships and National PAL Tournament as well as Jr. Olympic National Champion.
Super middleweight Jerry Odom (3-0, 3 KO’s) will be seeking his fourth win in a row when he battles Drew Morias (1-0) in a four-round clash. Odom, out of Bowie, Maryland, won his last time out, thanks to a first-round TKO of Craig Boykin in early March. He won the 2012 National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions at 178 pounds and led Washington, D.C. to the team title, earning The Golden Boy Award for the tournament’s most outstanding boxer along the way.
Featherweight Kevin Rivers, Jr. (6-0, 5 KO’s) is slated to fight his first six-round contest against an opponent to named, while welterweight Yurii Polishchuk (1-0, 1 KO) will face Charles Natal (1-0-1, 1 KO) in four-round action. Light heavyweight Greg Newby ( 7-0, 4 KO’s) out of Washington, D.C., will take on an opponent to be named in a six-round contest.
Joseph Rector (1-1), a junior welterweight, goes for his second win in a four-round affair against Blair Cobbs (pro debut) of Philadelphia, PA, while Patrick Coye of Alexandria, VA and Charles Parker of Wilson, NC will make their pro debuts in a four-round light heavyweight bout.
Sparta Combat League – Chaos in the Cage Preview
Sparta Combat League returns on GFL with Chaos in the Cage, a stacked MMA and Muay Thai card from the Grizzly Rose in Denver, Colorado. This event promises to be full speed from bell to bell as the fighters stepping into the cage will look to make a name for themselves to a worldwide audience.
In a featured bout, undefeated Kris “Captain Awesome” Hocum (4-0) puts his SCL Welterweight Championship on the line against Charlie “Hollywood” Brown (6-4). Hocum won the title in March via TKO and looks to defend for the first time. Hocum is a fast starter and possesses heavy hands and great submissions as all of his fights have ended in the first round. Hocum is one of the fastest rising prospects in Colorado, but he will face his toughest test to date in Brown. Brown comes into the title fight having fought for some of the top regional organizations in the Southwest and looks to take back gold to Arizona. Brown is an aggressive fighter who loves to press the action and make his opponents fight his style of fight. When Hocum and Brown collide there is sure to be fireworks as this main event will be explosive.
In other action, Danny “D Boy” Mitchell takes on “Vicious” Vern Earwood in a 205 lb Muay Thai bout. Mitchell is a fan favorite as his nonstop fighting style always makes for great bouts. Earwood is a powerhouse at 205 lb and has KO power in both his fists and feet. Expect this fight to not go to a decision as Mitchell and Earwood are cut from the same cloth and that is great news for fight fans who are looking for a KO.
Sparta Combat League is sure to bring down the house once again as they have quickly grabbed a chokehold on Mountain West MMA and this show will continue in that tradition. Order Chaos in the Cage and watch live and anytime on video on demand only on GFL.tv.
GFL PRESENTS “REAL FIGHTS” ON THE COMCAST NETWORK & COMCAST SPORTSNET ROCKTAGON MMA PRESENTS “ART OF WAR” BEGINNING MAY 13
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GFL PRESENTS “REAL FIGHTS” ON THE COMCAST NETWORK & COMCAST SPORTSNET
ROCKTAGON MMA PRESENTS “ART OF WAR” BEGINNING MAY 13
May 10, 2013
GFL and Comcast continue their weekly combat sports series, REAL FIGHTS, with world class MMA, as Rocktagon MMA presents another show stopper with Rocktagon MMA XXV – Prepare to Fight featuring a full lineup of extreme cage fights. Founded in 2010, Rocktagon MMA has successfully completed events on two coasts and is the only national amateur fight series in the country and the only promotion able to offer four types of shows to meet the needs of various markets: all Amateur, all Professional, Pro-Am, and Rock-n-Rage. Prepare to Fight promises to continue in the storied tradition of top-notch entertainment provided by one of the country’s leading MMA organizations.
In the main event, in the professional ranks, Joseph “Super Hero” Lile (3-0) from Indiana battles Clint Anderson (4-1) of Illinois in a lightweight shootout. Both fighters are looking to climb the ladder in Rocktagon and a decisive win here by either athlete will put them in contention for a title fight in the near future. The undefeated Lile is a ground fighting wizard as he has made his opponents tapout in every fight. His long, lanky build is perfect for his style of fighting as he’s able to use that length on the ground to lock in a variety of tight submissions. Anderson comes into the fight almost a mirror of Lile as he too is tall for the lightweight division and is a submission master winning all 4 of his fights via tapout. Anderson’s grappling is suburb and his scrambles are terrific as he is able to maneuver into dominant position in the blink of an eye. With both fighters being so dangerous on the mat, this could turn into a standup war where these two slug it out from the opening bell. Whatever way this fight goes, you can expect constant action from these two vets.
In the co-main event, Keith “Stone” Cunagin (4-4) fights Tony “Two Times” Ledbetter (3-5) in a matchup of two high octane fighters. Cunagin is a strong grappler but mixes up strikes very effectively to keep his opponent off balance. Ledbetter is a warrior who is always looking for a good scrap and will take two to give one. These fighters are looking to make a name for themselves and to do that they will have to use the other one as a stepping stone. Find out which fighter elevates his career and which one gets broke when Cunagin and Ledbetter square off in the cage.
Air times are listed below:
The Comcast Network (TCN) (all zones): Monday, May 13 at 7:00pm EST
TCN Replay (all zones): Saturday, May 18 at 10:00pm EST
TCN Replay (Mid-Atlantic): Sunday, May 19 at 1:00pm EST
CSN Philadelphia: Thursday, May 16 at 7:00pm EST
CSN Philadelphia Replay: Sunday, May 19 at 8:00pm EST
CSN Mid-Atlantic (Washington DC & Baltimore): Saturday, May 25 at 11:00pm EST
CSN Northwest: Saturday, June 8 at 11:00pm PST
CSN Northwest Replay: Monday, June 10, at 12:00am PST
CSN Northwest Replay: Sunday, June 16, at 2:00am PST
CSN regions in other major markets including; CSS, CSN Bay Area and CSN New England will also be airing Rocktagon MMA XXV – Prepare to Fight in the weeks and months to come.
To stay connected with GFL and this unique fight series, visit these TCN & CSN online locations for up-to-the-date programming info.
The Comcast Network http://www.csnphilly.com/page/tcn
CSN Philadelphia http://www.csnphilly.com/ontv/listings
CSS http://www.csssports.com/ontv
CSN Washington http://www.csnwashington.com/ontv
CSN Baltimore http://www.csnbaltimore.com/ontv
CSN Northwest http://www.csnnw.com/ontv
CSN Bay Area http://www.csnbayarea.com/ontv
CSN New England http://www.csnne.com/pages/oncsn
Upcoming Events on Comcast
5/13: Rocktagon XXV “Prepare to Fight” (MMA)
5/20: TaKe On Productions “Muay Thai XX” (Muay Thai/kickboxing)
5/27: CFFC XXIV “Sullivan VS Becker” (MMA)
6/3: Championship Class (boxing)
About GoFightLive
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EFC – MMA Mania Preview
Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC) returns on May 18 to GFL.tv with MMA Maniaat the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The 16-bout card will feature many of the top regional fighters in the area as EFC is famous for being a battle zone for fighters looking to make a name for themselves.
In a featured match, Nick Mauriello (4-2) battles Frank Doyle (3-1) in a lightweight scrap. Mauriello is a gritty fighter that loves to grind down his opponents and rack up points while also looking for the finish in the form of a submission. Mauriello is a respected fighter on the East Coast and has never been stopped in a fight. Mauriello always comes forward and presses the action as he is fearless in the cage. Doyle is a submission specialist and his fights rarely get out of the first round. Doyle comes into the fight looking to make a name for himself at the expense of Mauriello. If this fight hits the mat, don’t blink. This will be a contrast of styles where a war of attrition could be the key to victory. Whoever has the best cardio conditioning will have a huge advantage if this fight goes to the later rounds.
In another barnburner, Montsir Mohammad (2-2) fights Christopher Vallaro (5-2) in a welterweight tilt. Mohammad is coming off a second round submission victory and looks to make it two in a row as he has been improving his whole MMA game and is getting to be a well-rounded fighter. Mohammad is a rangy fighter and uses his length to land shots to his opponents while staying on the outside and out of harm’s way. Vallaro is the more experienced fighter and riding a 3-fight win streak. Vallaro is a grappling specialist with 3 wins via tapout to his credit. Vallaro could look to close the distance against the taller Mohammad and get the fight to the mat where his submission game can come into play.
EFC always gives the fans KOs and submissions as the fighters are continually looking for the finish. Be sure to catch all of the action from this exciting event as EFC presents MMA Mania on May 18 exclusively at GFL.tv.
OTC 1 – Vengeance Preview
Off the Chain (OTC) debuts on GFL with OTC 1 – Vengeance on May 18 from the Hot Springs Convention Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas. This event brings together all of the top fighters in Arkansas and the surrounding area as OTC puts on a stacked pro/am card for the rabid fans of the area.
In the main event, Dave “The Duke” Burrow (6-1) fights Thomas “The Young Lion” Gifford (6-2) in a rematch. These two fought in February when Burrow picked up a hard fought and well deserving TKO in round three. It was the fight of the night and quite possible the Fight of the Year in Arkansas. The OTC promoters knew this was a can’t miss opportunity to come out of the gates with a rocking main event and they booked the highly anticipated rematch. Burrow got right back in the cage, picking up a first round submission victory in April while Gifford has stayed on the sidelines fine tuning his MMA game. With these two fighting earlier this year, this fight should have little to no feeling out period as these two gladiators went to war for the better part of three rounds. Expect this fight to have great grappling, awesome striking and high octane action for as long as the fight goes.
In the co-main event, PJ Bonner makes his pro debut. Bonner went (4-1) as an amateur winning a title in the welterweight division in his last fight. Bonner is an excellent all around fighter with wins coming via submission, KO and by decision. Bonner is the flashiest pro prospect in Arkansas and this fight promises to showcase this rising star of the “Natural State”.
Don’t miss OTC 1 – Vengeance presented by Off the Chain on May 18. Watch all the action and witness the champions of tomorrow as they fight today, live on the GFL Combat Sports Network exclusively on iPPV.
Jeter Promotions Presents Double Trouble Preview
Tony “Mo Better” Jeter looks to continue his rise through the WBC ranks when he faces the tough and gritty Victor Hugo “Magnifico” Correa Saturday in a 10-round main bout during an exciting night of boxing presented by Jeter Promotions at Club One Fitness in Millersville.
Jeter, who is rising in the middleweight ranks, stopped a much bigger opponent in Tyrel Brown thanks to a TKO in the fifth round of their scheduled 8-round bout September 2012.
Just 5 weeks later he stopped Jimmy Lange, who was billed as a perennial contender to fight Austin Trout last fall. Jeter’s performance got everyone’s attention as he was able to easily break down Lange over 10 rounds to notch an impressive split decision and build upon his name.
“I was trying so hard to brand myself and my name and I took the fight and fought hard and got the win,” said Jeter after his upset over Lange.
The hard-nosed Jeter is currently ranked 15th place by the WBC and enters this contest with an impressive 15-3-1 mark and was honored by being named the 2012 Boxing Along the Beltway Fighter of the Year, a title he wants to build upon.
“I am ready to go, this is my year.”
Correa (14-5) will be looking to sport the upset win in a hostile environment that will surely be rooting for Jeter.
“I do not know much about him (Correa), but I heard he is going to be in good shape and he likes to come forward,” added Jeter. “I am doing everything I need to do to get into the Top 10, I am going to see what he looks like, pick my shots and work my way in and see what I can do. I will be on my game and I am prepared to fight all 10 rounds.”
The co-main event should be action packed when Brooklyn knockout artist Phillip “Jackson” Benson tangles against Baltimore’s Maxell “The General” Taylor in a 10-round bout that will decide the vacant WBC FECARBOX Super Middleweight Championship.
Taylor (18-4-1) is coming off an emphatic unanimous decision win over Nathan Bedwell. Taylor uses his jab wisely and might use it Saturday to stay clear of Jackson-Benson’s power which has produced 10 knockouts over the course of his career.
A fan favorite in the Washington, D.C., metro area, Jackson-Benson (11-1) is also coming off an impressive victory, scoring a devastating first round TKO of John Terry on March 2nd.
The card will also mark the return of popular Washington, D.C., area heavyweight Dwayne “Big Ticket” McRae (10-3, 6KOs) who will be taking on Dennis Benson (2-5-1, 1KO) in a scheduled six-round bout.
Also slated to appear on the card are cruiserweight “Slick” Nick Kisner (11-0-1, 5 KO’s) taking on the very durable and exciting Willie “Blackout” Chisolm (7-14, 4 KO’s) in a four round contest.
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- Jones beats Lebedev, wins cruiserweight belt May 17, 2013Guillermo Jones of Panama regained the WBA cruiserweight title in his first fight since 2011, stopping local favorite Denis Lebedev in the 11th round Friday night. […]Associated Press
- Povetkin stops Wawrzyk to retain WBA belt May 17, 2013Unbeaten Alexander Povetkin retained his WBA heavyweight belt Friday night, stopping Polish challenger Andrzej Wawrzyk in the third round for his fourth successful title defense. […]Associated Press
- Prospect Love fails drug test after Rosado fight May 15, 2013Middleweight prospect J'Leon Love failed a drug test following his controversial 10-round unanimous decision win against Gabriel Rosado on May 4. […]Dan Rafael
- SI: Mayweather top-paid U.S. athlete in '13 May 15, 2013Floyd Mayweather Jr. is the highest-earning athlete in American sports for the second straight year. […]Associated Press
- British medalist Campbell set for pro debut May 15, 2013Luke Campbell, who became the first British boxer to win a bantamweight Olympic gold medal in more than 100 years in London last summer, will make his professional debut July 13. […]Dan Rafael
- Guerrero pleads to lesser charge in N.Y. court May 15, 2013Welterweight contender Robert Guerrero, facing up to four years in prison for carrying an unloaded gun in a New York airport, had his case dismissed on Tuesday after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct in New York State Supreme Court for Queens County. […]Dan Rafael
- Arreola had surgery to fix badly broken nose May 14, 2013Heavyweight contender Cristobal Arreola, who suffered a badly broken nose in his loss to Bermane Stiverne last month, underwent surgery on Friday and had stents removed from the nose on Monday. […]Dan Rafael
- Haye injures hand; June fight vs. Charr off May 14, 2013Former heavyweight titlist David Haye, due to face former title challenger Manuel Charr on June 29 at the MEN Arena in Manchester, England, withdrew from the bout on Tuesday, citing a left hand injury. […]Dan Rafael
- Figueroa returns to S. Antonio to fight Arakawa May 14, 2013Lightweight Omar Figueroa will return to San Antonio to face Japan's Nihito Arakawa for a vacant interim title on July 27, Golden Boy told ESPN.com on Monday night. […]Dan Rafael
- Purdy fails to make weight for Alexander fight May 17, 2013
