by Jenna J — Click here to listen to the show — As always, this week’s 76th edition of On the Ropes Boxing Radio (featuring Emanuel Steward & Andre Ward and Steve “USS” Cunningham) will start at its regularly scheduled time, 6:00pm Eastern Time. You can listen live by clicking “play” on the player or to enter our chat on the blogtalk message board; you can also call into the show at (646)716-5404.
On the Ropes Boxing Radio is back to bring you the latest and greatest in the world of boxing! Join me Jenna J, the Hostess, along with my amazing Producer and Co-Host, Geoffrey Ciani (aka-Rummy).
Topics for Discussion
• Miguel Cotto’s ninth round TKO against Yuri Foreman at Yankee Stadium
• Where does Cotto go from here?
• Vanes Martirosyan unanimous decision victory over ‘Mean’ Joe Greene..
• Joe Calzaghe confirmed that he will not be making a return to the ring
• Bob Arum’s claim that Vegas is the desired venue for Pacquiao-Mayweather
• Manny Pacquiao named “Fighter of the Decade” by the BWAA
Exclusive Interviews!
Be sure to join us for three exclusive interviews:
Andre Ward:
• Reigning Super World WBA super middleweight champion
• Is preparing to face Allan Green on June 19 in round 2 of the Super Six
• Scored a dominant upset victory against tournament favorite Mikkel Kessler in round 1
• Current record stands at 21-0 with 13 wins coming by way of knockout
• Will be making his third appearance “On the Ropes”
Emanuel Steward:
• Hall of Fame boxing trainer
• Trained Miguel Cotto for his impressive win against Yuri Foreman this past weekend
• Also currently trains heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko and middleweight contender Andy Lee
• Is best known for his work with Tommy ‘The Hitman’ Hearns and Lennox Lewis
• Will be making his fourth appearance “On the Ropes”
Steve “USS” Cunningham:
• Two time IBF cruiserweight champion of the world
• Defeated Troy Ross this past weekend to regain the IBF title which had become vacant
• Current record stands at 23-2 with 12 wins coming by way of knockout
• Will be making his second appearance “On the Ropes”
Upcoming Fights
• Ivan “Iron Boy” Calderon vs. Jesus Iribe, 12 rounds, WBO junior flyweight title (Fox Sports Esp)
• David Lemieux vs. Elvin Ayala, 12 rounds, middleweights (ESPN2)
• Sebastien Demers vs. James McGirt Jr., 12 rounds, super middleweights (ESPN2)
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