Ruslan Provodnikov vows to become world champion again

07/21/201910/28/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

Ruslan Provodnikov is not the type of boxer that lets a loss force him to abandon dedication and hope. His fights are far from dull, with Provodnikov forcing the action bell to bell. May it be his stamina or will, Ruslan comes to not only win, but showcase. He isn’t a fighter that most would consider technical, accurate, or even ring-smart for that matter (ring I.Q. is not something that many fighter can master), but he makes up for all those things with providing raw entertainment for those looking to watch a fight.

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Wladimir Klitschko expects a tough opponent in Tyson Fury

10/27/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

On November 28,2015, Tyson Fury will finally arrive at his long awaited destination: inside and across the ring from Wladimir Klitschko. It was a long road, with various challenges, including Wladimir’s minor injury, which forces the fight to be postponed by a month.

The event has already gained what seems to be maximum exposure, with Wladimir being who he is, and Fury consistently putting on a show with either his words or actual costumes. Both traded insults, but at the end of the day, while Fury may not express his respect for his challenger, Wladimir is certainly gearing up for a rough night.

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Manny Pacquiao vs Mayweather Jr. in 2016? Bob Arum Oblivious

10/09/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

While Pacquiao’s possible impending retirement is a hot topic in boxing, his next opponent is also of much interest. Since it is assumed that Pacquiao doesn’t have much time left in the sport of boxing, although it is hard to say when he will actually hang em’ up, boxing fans are hopeful for a few good fights.

In a recent interview Manny threw a bit of a curve-ball, mentioning that camp Pacquiao is not only talking to camp Khan about a possible bout, but is also apparently negotiating with recently retired Mayweather Jr.

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Pacquiao vs. Khan in February of 2016: Building block to Mayweather Jr. vs. Pacquiao II ?

09/29/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

Retirement is a funny thing, because when one is retired they never get a day off.

Whether it’s the money, thrill, pride, or the all mighty crowd effect, like most of the famous fighters, Floyd Mayweather Jr. will not be able to feed off of the limited attention from the world during his leave. He retired before, and he will retire again.

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Klitschko vs. Fury moved to 11/28/2015?

09/29/201509/28/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

When Wladimir Klitschko announced his injury on YouTube, preventing him from facing Tyson Fury on their scheduled date of October 24, 2015, voices of disappointment filled the internet forums and online media outlets. “I knew this was going to happen,” was the most common statement cruising the boxing forums, as fans exclaimed that Klitschko was trying to do anything and everything to avoid a bout against a younger and bigger Fury.

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Freddie Roach wants Pacquiao vs. Garica in 2015

08/18/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

Now that the Mayweather Jr. vs. Pacquiao fiasco is behind us, news times bring new challenges for both champions.

Mayweather Jr. has decided to face Andre Berto in his supposed career closing bout, which sprouted an avalanche of understandable criticism. In his decision, Mayweather Jr. likely deflated his earnings by a very considerable amount, and lost admiration from many fans.

For Pacquiao, who wants to continue his career claiming that his desire to fight is as strong as ever, there is also a lack of admirable opposition. Nonetheless, there are plenty of big name fighters that he could face that pose very little risk to the Filipino sensation.

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Antonio Tarver weighs in on Klitschko vs. Fury: “Klitschko’s going to destroy him”

08/11/201508/10/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

When Wladimir Kliltschko and Tyson Fury signed up to face each other on October 24 in Dusseldorf, Germany, many boxing fans felt like this might be the fight that will truly put Klitschko to the test.

Fury is younger, bigger, and has a longer reach. His unblemished record elevates his stock even higher, making him seem like someone who could potentially overwhelm Wladimir with volume and size, ending the Klitschko reign. Over the years, Fury has accumulated a colossal number of followers, and has gained the respect of many boxing pugilists.

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Leonard Ellerbe defends the Mayweather Jr. vs. Berto bout

08/06/201508/06/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

It’s no secret that the Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Andre Berto bout is something that most of the boxing community did not expect to ever see. Sure Mayweather had picked questionable opponents for some of his bouts in the past, but now, towards the finish line, it was expected that he would leave the sport that has done so much for him and his family, with a bang.

Andre Berto is not a chump nor is he a greenhorn, but him being picked for one of the last Mayweather Jr. fights simply doesn’t make any sense. Aside from the fact that he lost three out of his last six bouts, and that he is simply put, no threat to Mayweather Jr. in the ring in any way shape or form, he is also not a huge draw. If Money May is all about the numbers, and has proven himself to be a decent businessman as well, did he sign up for this fight knowing that he is throwing away a ton of money as well as standing to lose a big chunk of his fan base?

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Andre Berto it is!

07/21/201907/21/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

In the sport of boxing, securing a bout against the PPV king Floyd Mayweather Jr., is an equivalent of winning the lottery. Not only does it elevate one’s stock so to say, but it most certainly guarantees a tremendous payday.

Sometimes the rivals crossing the ropes against Mayweather Jr. are those who had long been aiming and clawing their way to the top, just to get a crack at the undefeated boxing superstar. This isn’t always the case though, because other times, the champion surprises all with his unpredictable decision on who he decides to fight next.

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Sources point to Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Andre Berto on September 12

07/15/201507/15/2015 Vitali Shaposhnikov

While often enough rumors are only that, speculation, this time around it seems s that Floyd Mayweather Jr. actually meant what he said when the champion stated that his next fight will be either against Andre Berto or Karim Mayfield.

According to the SweetScience, sources have suggested that Andre Berto will be the lucky one crossing the ropes to face Mayweather Jr. on CBS in September.

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