Boxing!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Thanks, I hadn't realised.

Bit of a blow with him going and Easton being out of action. Both got a great reception at the Vasquez fight.

Agreed. Mcgregor has a massive local support. That Easton fight was something else too, brilliant all action scrap!

With the semi’s now being shown on Sky I reckon we will see some up and coming Sky / Matchroom talent on the undercards.

[Frazerbob]

I listen to this podcast every week. They’ve barely mentioned Josh previously. Now they have an episode dedicated to him. The hype has finally started.

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ringside-toe2toe-boxing-podcast/id574821433?i=1000436323043

[Bangkok Hibby]

Not a lot of fault on AJ/Hearns part in this.

Michael Hunter seems to be the favourite.


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Maybe not his fault and he can only beat who is put in front of him. For me, until he is truly tested he's the next Frank Bruno but in a much less talented heavyweight division

By that I mean..looks the part but ultimately as soon as he meets a real fighter at his peak hes gonna be knocked out. The NZ guy would have beat him if it wasnt for the referee constantly stopping him getting in close

[Frazerbob]

Thought Kash Farook looked excellent last night. Great to have live boxing on BBC Scotland too. 👏

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Maybe not his fault and he can only beat who is put in front of him. For me, until he is truly tested he's the next Frank Bruno but in a much less talented heavyweight division

By that I mean..looks the part but ultimately as soon as he meets a real fighter at his peak hes gonna be knocked out. The NZ guy would have beat him if it wasnt for the referee constantly stopping him getting in close

Can’t say I agree with that at all. AJ is the real deal IMO

[Bangkok Hibby]

Can’t say I agree with that at all. AJ is the real deal IMO

Ok he might prove to be the real deal in the current division but I think my point stands. The current heavyweight division doesnt bear comparison with previous. Would he beat Lewis, Tyson, Bowe, Holyfield, Frazier, Holmes, Ali etc etc. I respecfully say no. Its a weak division right now and he hasnt yet met anyone half decent quality who has been able to (Klitchko past his best) or been allowed to (Parker) truly test him

[Allant1981]

Ok he might prove to be the real deal in the current division but I think my point stands. The current heavyweight division doesnt bear comparison with previous. Would he beat Lewis, Tyson, Bowe, Holyfield, Frazier, Holmes, Ali etc etc. I respecfully say no. Its a weak division right now and he hasnt yet met anyone half decent quality who has been able to (Klitchko past his best) or been allowed to (Parker) truly test him

He might not be as good a boxer as the half dozen you have listed but that's not to say he wouldnt have beaten them, Joshua is a big guy with a huge punch. I do agree that the heavyweight scene isnt great outside the top 5 or 6 but he can only beat the guys in front of him

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Ok he might prove to be the real deal in the current division but I think my point stands. The current heavyweight division doesnt bear comparison with previous. Would he beat Lewis, Tyson, Bowe, Holyfield, Frazier, Holmes, Ali etc etc. I respecfully say no. Its a weak division right now and he hasnt yet met anyone half decent quality who has been able to (Klitchko past his best) or been allowed to (Parker) truly test him

You’re quoting the all time greats of the Heavyweight division. AJ might not be as good as these guys but that’s absolutely nothing to be ashamed of.

From my point of view, AJ has beat everyone in front of him, and battered a Klitschko who looked much more dangerous than the punch shy version Fury squeezed past. It totally baffles me Fury gets more credit for his win over VK than Joshua does.

Compare the CV’s of Fury, AJ & Wilder - Joshua has beat much better fighters in less fights. He will clear up the division IMO, and go down as an all time great.

[Bangkok Hibby]

You’re quoting the all time greats of the Heavyweight division. AJ might not be as good as these guys but that’s absolutely nothing to be ashamed of.

From my point of view, AJ has beat everyone in front of him, and battered a Klitschko who looked much more dangerous than the punch shy version Fury squeezed past. It totally baffles me Fury gets more credit for his win over VK than Joshua does.

Compare the CV’s of Fury, AJ & Wilder - Joshua has beat much better fighters in less fights. He will clear up the division IMO, and go down as an all time great.

Agree he could well clear up the division, although I'd like to see him fight Fury. But an all time great? Nah!

[Speedy]

Impressive performance from Prograis, will be a big test for Taylor if he gets through.

Some knockout for Donaire as well at 118lbs.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Agree he could well clear up the division, although I'd like to see him fight Fury. But an all time great? Nah!

If he clears up the division he will be undisputed Heavyweight champion. That enough will see him go down as an all time great IMO.

The fights against Fury and Wilder are inevitable in my opinion. Over the next 2-3 years we will see them all square off against each other. Add in Usyk, the potential of Dubouis aswell, some great heavyweight scraps ahead.

[Frazerbob]

Impressive performance from Prograis, will be a big test for Taylor if he gets through.

Some knockout for Donaire as well at 118lbs.

Prograis was superb, very impressive. Cocky wee ***** though lol. Taylor will be doing very well to beat him.

[H18 SFR]

What is AJ thinking with this guy Ruiz?

[MagicSwirlingShip]

What is AJ thinking with this guy Ruiz?

Ortiz turned the fight down. This Ruiz chump is an ex World Championship challenger who has a big profile with the Mexican fans.

The whole point of this fight is to build his profile in the States ahead of the inevitable Wilder clash.

Makes sense to me.

[HibernianJK]

Not a massive AJ fan but he's faultless in this scenario.

As an aside, absolutely cannot wait for Canelo vs Jacobs this weekend. Should be a cracker but just think Canelo will have too much for him.

[Pretty Boy]

Not a massive AJ fan but he's faultless in this scenario.

As an aside, absolutely cannot wait for Canelo vs Jacobs this weekend. Should be a cracker but just think Canelo will have too much for him.

Jacobs needs a KO. There is no way Canelo is losing a decision on Cinco De Mayo weekend.

[hibeejoy]

Looking forward to Canello vs. Jacobs fight.Early wake up on Sunday morning for me.
Miracle story behind Jacobs but I think Canello will win it by KO.

[Onceinawhile]

Looking forward to Canello vs. Jacobs fight.Early wake up on Sunday morning for me.
Miracle story behind Jacobs but I think Canello will win it by KO.

Depends on canelos steaks.

[hibeejoy]

Yeah.Read same story about Pacquiao.On steroids and been brutal knock down by Marquez.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Jacobs coming in very heavy (just off 174lbs at the 2nd weigh in this morning) - will be close to 180lbs on ring walk.

Nice to see a fighter stand up to Golden Boy / Canelo’s weight stipulations designed to give Saul an advantage.

Really hope Jacobs does it.

[hibeejoy]

Equal for me right now with small advantage for Canello.
Jacobs fighting back wich is difficult for Mexican.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Fair result in the end for me.

[Pretty Boy]

Thought Canelo won that comfortably.

[Frazerbob]

Under a fortnight to the Taylor fight and no news of the undercard.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Under a fortnight to the Taylor fight and no news of the undercard.

Sauerland bros mentioned on Twitter it will be announced today FB

[Frazerbob]

Sauerland bros mentioned on Twitter it will be announced today FB

👍

[Pretty Boy]

Lomachenko to fight Luke Campbell for the WBC lightweight title.

Strong chance the fight could be in the UK. One I'd definitely consider heading to if it happens.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Lee Mcgregor on the Josh Taylor undercard

[marinello59]

Lee Mcgregor on the Josh Taylor undercard

You sure? He’s down to fight in June.

[Mon Dieu4]

Sure I read Philbin is on the undercard too

[MagicSwirlingShip]

You sure? He’s down to fight in June.

Announced it on his Instagram. A tune up fight ahead of his Commonwealth title fight on June 22nd.

Good news as he always brings a good crowd. Rowdy bunch too 😁

[Speedy]

Looks like Chantelle Cameron is on the card as well (Boxrec has her fighting on the 18th with opponent tbc)

[marinello59]

Announced it on his Instagram. A tune up fight ahead of his Commonwealth title fight on June 22nd.

Good news as he always brings a good crowd. Rowdy bunch too 😁

Nice one.

[Frazerbob]

Former World Champion Paul Butler and undefeated IBF number one contender Apinun Khongsong have been confirmed as the reserve fighters for the World Boxing Super Series Semi-Finals at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland on May 18.

The ‘Baby Faced Assassin’, Butler, will be on standby for the hotly anticipated bantamweight brawl between the ‘Monster’ Naoya Inoue and Emmanuel Rodriguez, while Khongsong is ready to step in for the super-lightweight showdown between local hero Josh Taylor and the ‘Beast’ Ivan Baranchyk.

“I’m really excited to be reserve once again,” said Butler, who was previously on call for the quarter-final clash between Ryan Burnett and Nonito Donaire last November at the SSE Hydro. “I loved the whole show and set up last time in Glasgow so I’m looking forward to getting back there. It’s a great card that I can’t wait to sit back and watch myself as a fan.” If not called upon as a reserve, the 30-year-old from Cheshire will be set for his own eight-round contest on the card.

“I’m excited to attend the WBSS tournament in Glasgow,” said Thailand’s Apinun Khonsong. “Both Baranchyk and Taylor are both very good boxers but I am also one of the best at 140lbs so this is my golden opportunity if I may fight on May 18. Whether I fight or not, my power punch will one day make me a world champion.”

With four of the biggest names in world boxing in action, vying to book their place in the finals for the coveted Muhammad Ali Trophy, fans in Glasgow can look forward to a spectacular night of boxing at the SSE Hydro, which will also feature a stacked undercard showcasing the very best of British boxing.

Rising super middleweight star Zach Parker is back following his British title win over Darryll Williams at the SSE Hydro in November last year, and having been kept out of the ring by a shoulder injury sustained in this bout, can now renew his World title charge with a comeback fight against Steven Crambert.

Edinburgh’s ‘Lightning’ Lee McGregor, an IBF Youth and Commonwealth Bantamweight Champion, will look to continue his impressive five-fight KO streak against the Spain-based Nicaraguan-native Cristian Narvaez.

Fresh from a second-round stoppage win over Feriche Mashauri and awaiting a WBC World title eliminator against Anisha Basheel, Northampton’s Chantelle Cameron returns to the ring to face Hungary’s Bianka Majlath.

Having secured a first-round technical knockout win over Dominik Landgraf at the last World Boxing Super Series event in Glasgow, Scottish super middleweight Tommy Philbin is back against British rival Harry Matthews.

Super bantamweight southpaw Reece McFadden, from Motherwell, enters his third professional fight following a TKO win over Stefan Sashev, and will test his ‘Fast Hands’ against Bulgaria’s Georgi Georgie.

Tickets for the Monster WBSS Semi-Finals night, Ivan Baranchyk vs Josh Taylor and Naoya Inoue vs Emmanuel Rodriguez on 18 May at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland are on sale now from TheSSEHydro.com

All the action will be live on DAZN in the U.S. and Sky Sports in the U.K.

[Stairway 2 7]

At the second attempt josh made weight last night ready for tonights showdown

[Pretty Boy]

At the second attempt josh made weight last night ready for tonights showdown

I think he needs to calm down a bit. He looked really wound up at the weigh in. He's the better boxer but if it descends into a scrap it changes things.

Looking forward to what should be a cracking night, heading to Glasgow in a couple of hours for a few beers then aiming to be at the Hydro for early on in the undercard.

[MSK]

I think he needs to calm down a bit. He looked really wound up at the weigh in. He's the better boxer but if it descends into a scrap it changes things.

Looking forward to what should be a cracking night, heading to Glasgow in a couple of hours for a few beers then aiming to be at the Hydro for early on in the undercard.What time is Taylor on tonight PB ?

[Allant1981]

What time is Taylor on tonight PB ?

10pm I'm sure

[MSK]

10pm I'm sureCheers mate 👍

[Pretty Boy]

Fair play to the Japanese contingent. Fantastic travelling support for their man tonight

[Pretty Boy]

That was immense.

[hfc rd]

This Japanese lad looks a real talent

[hibeejoy]

Taylor fight first tonight then alarm set to 4 am to catch Wilder vs. Breazeale.

[stoneyburn hibs]

Taylor will win but he'll get a fright.

[Onceinawhile]

Surely Freddie roach. Being a good hibbie will have made sure josh wins this?

[hfc rd]

Never knew Baranchyk’s coach was Freddie Roach

[Onceinawhile]

Never knew Baranchyk’s coach was Freddie Roach

Just appointed him recently.

Think josh is struggling a wee bit.

[hfc rd]

Much better Josh!

[hfc rd]

Taylor’s fight to lose now.

He’s got this.

[Onceinawhile]

He's doing better, but needs to watch out.

[Pretty Boy]

This is a legitimate world title fight. 2 warriors in there.

[Onceinawhile]

Baranchyk throws three hooks they all miss and the commentator says three great hooks!

[Onceinawhile]

Good round for josh.

[stoneyburn hibs]

This is great experience for JT

[Onceinawhile]

Avoid a knockdown and he should win... Depends on the judging of the early rounds though.

[Scouse Hibee]

And the new........


Why no belt?

[Mon Dieu4]

That was fun, the Japanese are Barry people, good night out, Taylor still won at a canter for me, did even need to unleash the inner radge and go for it

[HibbiesandtheBaddies]

Superb!

[makaveli1875]

Just watched all 2 minutes of Wilder Breazeale

Wilder May be the least skilled of the top HWs but that right hand of his is dynamite

He has to fight AJ next

[lord bunberry]

Cracking performance from Josh Taylor last night. He is a proper boxer with all the skills and he’s hard as nails. He looks unbeatable at the moment.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Amazing night again at the Hydro for the WBSS, with the only drawback being the ***** overpriced lager on sale (Fosters bleugh!)

Josh is going to take some stopping in this division. Really hoping the final is in an iconic venue like Madison Square Garden or suchlike, would be an amazing trip.

[hibeejoy]

Anyone will be watching Joshua fight on a Sunday morning?
Alarm set here for 4 am.
First fight for AJ outside the UK.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Anyone will be watching Joshua fight on a Sunday morning?
Alarm set here for 4 am.
First fight for AJ outside the UK.

Yeah we are but isn’t it gonna be a bit earlier due to being in New York?


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[hibeejoy]

:greengrin
My bad.
Thought it is this weekend.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Yeah we are but isn’t it gonna be a bit earlier due to being in New York?


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Coverage starts 10pm - straight after the Champions League final.

Tommy Coyle v Chris Algieri the first televised bout.

[lord bunberry]

I’m not having that decision. Taylor lost that imo. Hopefully the main event is taken out of the judges hands.

[lord bunberry]

Impressive from Smith. He’s a major player in an ultra competitive division.

[lord bunberry]

Joshua is looking very one dimensional so far

[lord bunberry]

Wow. AJ didn’t have the heart to take that fight to Ruiz. Shocking performance from AJ

[CallumLaidlaw]

Unreal. He’ll have a rematch now, but AJ will need a completely different game plan for that


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[Pretty Boy]

Looks to me like Joshua made the same mistake Lewis did all those years ago against Rahman. He was totally gassed very early and maybe didn't take his opponent, and thus his training, seriously enough. All he has spoken about in the build up to this fight is future plans, what's next and so on.

[Bangkok Hibby]

Didnt watch the fight but was it really a shock as being reported? I've always thought AJ was overhyped with a glass chin just waiting for someone to knock him out.

[Haymaker]

Didnt watch the fight but was it really a shock as being reported? I've always thought AJ was overhyped with a glass chin just waiting for someone to knock him out.

AJ has taken some absolute crackers from some proper units.
He can take a punch.

The last 2 minutes were pathetic from him though.

The oppo had a bigger roll over his shorts than I do!

[Pretty Boy]

Didnt watch the fight but was it really a shock as being reported? I've always thought AJ was overhyped with a glass chin just waiting for someone to knock him out.

I think it's harsh to suggest AJ has a glass chin. He's taken some huge shots from monstrous punchers like Klitschko and Povetkin and steered his way through those fights. I think that's also a huge disservice to Ruiz. He didn't beat AJ with a couple of big punches; he consistently showed quicker hands, beat him to the punch, counterpunched beautifully and got his tactics spot on.

On the general point of AJ being overrated then yes I'd agree with that. I've argued on here for some time that Tyson Fury is a better boxer than Joshua and I've always stood by that. I like Joshua and I was impressed by the maturity he showed against Parker but he's limited. I think he needs to go away and look at everything he does, including his trainer and promoter, and work out what he does if he can't land those big punches. I mentioned Lennox Lewis earlier in the thread and he did exactly that. After he lost to Oliver McCall he sought out Emanuel Steward who developed his defence, developed his jab and Steward elevated him from good heavyweight to all time great. I don't think it would do Joshua any harm to consider a change of scenery and a step out of his comfort zone.

[Hibernia&Alba]

Didnt watch the fight but was it really a shock as being reported? I've always thought AJ was overhyped with a glass chin just waiting for someone to knock him out.

It's certainly a huge shock. In the build up, nobody in the media I heard speak countenanced a Ruiz win. He was a stand in opponent and, let's be honest, is in very poor physical shape for a pro boxer, particularly one in a world title fight. Massive upset, though I don't know what the bookies odds were.

You have to wonder how such a defeat will affect Joshua mentally in the remainder of his career. Losing is one thing; taking a good hiding from someone like Ruiz is quite another. He wouldn't be human if it doesn't leave mental scars.

[Pretty Boy]

It's certainly a huge shock. In the build up, nobody in the media I heard speak countenanced a Ruiz win. He was a stand in opponent and, let's be honest, is in very poor physical shape for a pro boxer, particularly one in a world title fight. Massive upset, though I don't know what the bookies odds were.

You have to wonder how such a defeat will affect Joshua mentally in the remainder of his career. Losing is one thing; taking a good hiding from someone like Ruiz is quite another. He wouldn't be human if it doesn't leave mental scars.

Ruiz doesn't look the part but he must be deceptively fit.

He walked Joshua down for 7 rounds and looked by far the fresher man in there. I've not see much of him but apparently that stalking style is his trademark.

[Hibernia&Alba]

Ruiz doesn't look the part but he must be deceptively fit.

He walked Joshua down for 7 rounds and looked by far the fresher man in there. I've not see much of him but apparently that stalking style is his trademark.

True, he must be fitter than he looks. He's several stone overweight.

[H18 SFR]

Can't say I'm shocked.

Just watched it, Dillian Whyte will tear up that bum Ruiz.

[Leith Green]

The thing that jumps out is that there are 4 or 5 top heavyweights capable of beating each other in that division. Its about time all the talk stopped and these fights were made.

[Onceinawhile]

True, he must be fitter than he looks. He's several stone overweight.

19 stone 2!!

Though he's only about 2 stone heavier than Joshua. Just that Joshua is pure muscle.

[makaveli1875]

Can't say I'm shocked.

Just watched it, Dillian Whyte will tear up that bum Ruiz.

Guys the unified HW champion and he just battered AJ stupid. What makes you think whyte will do any better?

[Bangkok Hibby]

I think it's harsh to suggest AJ has a glass chin. He's taken some huge shots from monstrous punchers like Klitschko and Povetkin and steered his way through those fights. I think that's also a huge disservice to Ruiz. He didn't beat AJ with a couple of big punches; he consistently showed quicker hands, beat him to the punch, counterpunched beautifully and got his tactics spot on.

On the general point of AJ being overrated then yes I'd agree with that. I've argued on here for some time that Tyson Fury is a better boxer than Joshua and I've always stood by that. I like Joshua and I was impressed by the maturity he showed against Parker but he's limited. I think he needs to go away and look at everything he does, including his trainer and promoter, and work out what he does if he can't land those big punches. I mentioned Lennox Lewis earlier in the thread and he did exactly that. After he lost to Oliver McCall he sought out Emanuel Steward who developed his defence, developed his jab and Steward elevated him from good heavyweight to all time great. I don't think it would do Joshua any harm to consider a change of scenery and a step out of his comfort zone.

he's taken huge shots yes and they've stunned him. Nobody had taken advantage though and put him away. One thing he certainly seemed to have (up to now) was the ability to come back and win. I thought the referee nursed him through the Parker fight, pulling them apart anytime Parker got close.

[Frazerbob]

Looks to me like Joshua made the same mistake Lewis did all those years ago against Rahman. He was totally gassed very early and maybe didn't take his opponent, and thus his training, seriously enough. All he has spoken about in the build up to this fight is future plans, what's next and so on.

Exactly like Lewis v Rahman 1 when Lennox was too busy filming Oceans 11 in the weeks before the fight, AJ was too busy swanning around Miami with Rory McIlroy instead of taking the fight seriously.
Mon the fatties! Turned out to be the best thing to happen to Lennox but not sure we’ll say the same for AJ. He’s nowhere near the boxer Lennox was.

Maybe this will stop them avoiding fights when the fans want them to try build the hype for 2 years. The funniest thing is Wilder probably lost the most by AJ getting skelped.

10/10 to Fast Eddie though. His interview after the fight was spot on.

[H18 SFR]

Guys the unified HW champion and he just battered AJ stupid. What makes you think whyte will do any better?

Whyte's style.

[sambajustice]

Looks to me like Joshua made the same mistake Lewis did all those years ago against Rahman. He was totally gassed very early and maybe didn't take his opponent, and thus his training, seriously enough. All he has spoken about in the build up to this fight is future plans, what's next and so on.

Was there not something about Lewis not going to wherever that fight was held until only a couple of weeks prior to the fight and struggled to get used to the altitude thus he was gulping for air early doors?

[matty_f]

AJ totally underestimated Ruiz, he turned up and expected to be able to pick a round to win in, and paid the price for doing so.

I don't think Ruiz is a better boxer than AJ, but the old adage that hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard couldn't be more apt than in this case.

I would expect AJ to comfortably win the rematch, with the caveat that Ruiz will have a puncher's chance, as he did on Sunday morning.

Ruiz more than deserved the win, and if you knew nothing about either fighter you'd think he was at least one level above AJ on that fight alone, but I think a fully focused and motivated AJ would beat Ruiz more often than not.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I think more respect has to be paid to the quality of Ruiz’s chin. He took a savage shot and it seemed to galvanise him. Clearly the last thing AJ expected as he dived in looking for the finish when he should’ve got back behind his jab and waited for another opening.

If anything I’d say Wilder’s savage KO the other week played on Joshuas mind more than anything. AJ paid the price for diving in looking for the finish, that shot he took to the top of the head / above the ear in the 3rd round changed the fight and he never recovered - this happens in heavyweight boxing.

Fully expect AJ to regroup and win the rematch by doing what he should have done in the first place, keeping the distance long, using his reach, peppering Ruiz with the jab, grinding him down. Instead he tried to trade with a seasoned hooker who was the smaller target , bad move

[Pretty Boy]

GGG looked devastating on the offence last night. Those overhand rights and then the massive left hook to finish it were savage.

On the other side he did take a few more shots than usual and I wonder if age is maybe just catching up with him.

[Mon Dieu4]

GGG looked devastating on the offence last night. Those overhand rights and then the massive left hook to finish it were savage.

On the other side he did take a few more shots than usual and I wonder if age is maybe just catching up with him.

I think it's exactly that, age catching up, I thought he won the first fight with Canelo and lost the second, don't think he'd win a 3rd either, real shame it didn't happen a few years back but think Golden Boy knew this and have been cute with the timings of them

[Steve-O]

Was there not something about Lewis not going to wherever that fight was held until only a couple of weeks prior to the fight and struggled to get used to the altitude thus he was gulping for air early doors?

Yep, poor preparation was blamed.

[Pretty Boy]

Just saw a few clips of Tyson Furys press conference and media workout.

He looks in very impressive shape, the transformation is really quite amazing. He looks a lot better than the Wilder fight which was a remarkable weight loss in itself.

[lord bunberry]

Just saw a few clips of Tyson Furys press conference and media workout.

He looks in very impressive shape, the transformation is really quite amazing. He looks a lot better than the Wilder fight which was a remarkable weight loss in itself.
A fully fit Tyson Fury is the best heavyweight on the planet imo. It’s so rare for a heavyweight to have the boxing skills he possesses. It’s whether he’ll get another chance is the big question, no one will want to fight him. He’ll be the mandatory opponent for a title if he wins, but that means nothing these days.

[Scouse Hibee]

I didn’t realise until I heard just now on BT that Connor Law had passed away. Sad news at just 26 and a decent prospect unbeaten in 13 pro fights.

[cabbageandribs1875]

couple of fights live on BBC scotland channel @ 10:50 pm tonight

IBO womens super welterweight title fight, Scotlands Hannah Rankin taking on sarah curran from USA


and Livingstons Martin Taylor v Ahmed abrahim, Scottish super-lightweight title fight


Championship Boxing: Hannah Rankin v Sarah Curran





Alison Walker introduces live coverage of the IBO women's world super-welterweight title fight as Scotland's Hannah Rankin takes on Sarah Curran from the USA.
Plus, action from Ahmed Ibrahim v Martin Taylor in the Scottish super-lightweight title fight. Commentary is by Alex Arthur and Nick Halling.

[Benny Brazil]

Warrington v Galahad up on BT Sport now - could be a good one

[cabbageandribs1875]

well done Hannah Rankin, Scotland's first women's boxing world champion



:not worth:saltireflag

[Scouse Hibee]

Deserved win for Josh Warrington

[Mon Dieu4]

Deserved win for Josh Warrington

As much as I think he's a wee prick and was holding too much I thought Galahad should have won or a draw at the very least

[Scouse Hibee]

As much as I think he's a wee prick and was holding too much I thought Galahad should have won or a draw at the very least

He just didn’t do enough to take the title from the holder.

[DetroitHibs]

Gypsy King rocking the stars and bars, quality :thumbsup:

[Pretty Boy]

Thought Warrington just edged Galahad but I was impressed by the challenger, I expected it to be easier for Warrington who was awesome last time out.

Comfortable for Fury but that's what it was all about, building a name for himself in America. Done what he had to do and you don't have to have a long memory to see what happens if you aren't right for a 'routine' fight.

[Benny Brazil]

Thought Warrington just edged Galahad but I was impressed by the challenger, I expected it to be easier for Warrington who was awesome last time out.

Comfortable for Fury but that's what it was all about, building a name for himself in America. Done what he had to do and you don't have to have a long memory to see what happens if you aren't right for a 'routine' fight.

Thought Josh was very slow and tentative but think a lot of that was probably due to Galahads style and to be fair his skill as well

[lord bunberry]

Decent fight between Cheeseman and Conway on the now.

[lord bunberry]

Ends in a draw. I thought Cheeseman probably edged it, but Cheeseman doesn’t help himself with that head down walking forward style. I like him, but he’s pretty limited, I doubt he’ll go further than British level despite his bravery.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Ends in a draw. I thought Cheeseman probably edged it, but Cheeseman doesn’t help himself with that head down walking forward style. I like him, but he’s pretty limited, I doubt he’ll go further than British level despite his bravery.

Big shocker that. Hearn had him scheduled to meet Fitzgerald next.

[Mon Dieu4]

Lee McGregor did well again tonight, looking forward to him and Kash Farooq hopefully fighting at the end of the year, would be a great fight

[Frazerbob]

Lee McGregor did well again tonight, looking forward to him and Kash Farooq hopefully fighting at the end of the year, would be a great fight

Enjoyed that tonight. He was fired up alright. Only disappointment was some of the Jambo songs from the crowd 😂

[Frazerbob]

Anyone staying up for Artem Lobov v Paul Malignaggi in the bare knuckle fight? Premier Sports at 4am. I usually have no interest in UFC, MMA and this stuff but the build up has been bonkers. Pauli has dropped the nice guy persona and come across as a complete ****.

[Allant1981]

Anyone staying up for Artem Lobov v Paul Malignaggi in the bare knuckle fight? Premier Sports at 4am. I usually have no interest in UFC, MMA and this stuff but the build up has been bonkers. Pauli has dropped the nice guy persona and come across as a complete ****.

Watched a wee bit of bare knuckle recently, the quality is pretty poor, the fight early this morning wasnt much better, PM wasnt happy to have been beaten, had a huge gash above his eye that will probably cause issues in the future now I'd guess

[Frazerbob]

Watched a wee bit of bare knuckle recently, the quality is pretty poor, the fight early this morning wasnt much better, PM wasnt happy to have been beaten, had a huge gash above his eye that will probably cause issues in the future now I'd guess

I thought PM won it. He boxed clever. I kind of agree with his after fight comments, in boxing he’d have won but it was my first BK fight so don’t know how they score really. Interesting but doubt I’ll tune in again.

[Mon Dieu4]

I thought PM won it. He boxed clever. I kind of agree with his after fight comments, in boxing he’d have won but it was my first BK fight so don’t know how they score really. Interesting but doubt I’ll tune in again.

I woke up early so watched it, I had PM winning fairly comfortably to be honest, then I keep hearing in bare knuckle boxing judges give points for aggression, so seems as long as you are the aggressor you get points even if you aren't connecting, pretty pish sport

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I thought PM won it. He boxed clever. I kind of agree with his after fight comments, in boxing he’d have won but it was my first BK fight so don’t know how they score really. Interesting but doubt I’ll tune in again.

Baffled why PM agreed to this considering he boxes practically one handeddue to the state of his right hand. He’s a decent boxing pundit, maybe needed some quick cash.

[Frazerbob]

Baffled why PM agreed to this considering he boxes practically one handeddue to the state of his right hand. He’s a decent boxing pundit, maybe needed some quick cash.

Not sure he’ll have made that much cash out of it TBH. I think he just got caught up in the trash talk around the McGregor/Mayweather circus. Think he showed his true colours in the build up, basically just a mouthy wee **** bag but fair play for walking the walk. And as I said earlier, I had him winning the fight.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Decent fight coming up on IFL.TV youtube - Edinburgh's Lewis Paulin v Ryan Walsh.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qx44Sg94jg

[Pretty Boy]

Decent fight coming up on IFL.TV youtube - Edinburgh's Lewis Paulin v Ryan Walsh.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qx44Sg94jg

Decent scrap. I've never taken to any of the Walsh brothers but it's hard to argue they are anything but talented at this kind of level.

I thought O'Hara Davies was very lucky to walk away with a win earlier. He knew it as well.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Decent scrap. I've never taken to any of the Walsh brothers but it's hard to argue they are anything but talented at this kind of level.

I thought O'Hara Davies was very lucky to walk away with a win earlier. He knew it as well.

Vasquez was robbed in my opinion. He had O'D's number from the off. Very questionable decision

[Pretty Boy]

Anyone watching this circus from Saudi Arabia tonight? Hughie Fury huffing and puffing at the moment against a guy who was a decent fighter in his day but is well past his best.

[Pretty Boy]

Well that was suitably farcical.

[Onceinawhile]

Khan fight is a good laugh.

About 4 punches and the same amount of head locks.

Khan wins this once Billy has lasted long enough to make it look like a contest.

[K-Zazu]

Total shambles. Khan getting paid millions to fight bums

[Onceinawhile]

Total shambles. Khan getting paid millions to fight bums

I'm not convinced he was a bum 45-5 fight record isn't bad. But he was clearly told, stay in for 3 rounds and you'll get paid.

[Pretty Boy]

I'm not convinced he was a bum 45-5 fight record isn't bad. But he was clearly told, stay in for 3 rounds and you'll get paid.

Dib wasn't a bum but his best days were about 5/6 years ago and he's a blown up featherweight and that's exactly what he looked like.

[K-Zazu]

Khan made 7 million last night

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Khan made 7 million last night

To be honest it’s the exact type of fight I’d be taking if I was approaching retirement. Get that cash in the bank

The sad thing is Khan is still trying to convince himself (and the boxing
punters) that a fight with Pacquiao is possible next - it’ll never happen.

[Frazerbob]

To be honest it’s the exact type of fight I’d be taking if I was approaching retirement. Get that cash in the bank

The sad thing is Khan is still trying to convince himself (and the boxing
punters) that a fight with Pacquiao is possible next - it’ll never happen.

I’m not so sure. The money the Saudi’s are throwing around I think it will happen, especially if Pacquiao loses to Thurman.

[Frazerbob]

I’m not so sure. The money the Saudi’s are throwing around I think it will happen, especially if Pacquiao loses to Thurman.

Told you!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I’m not so sure. The money the Saudi’s are throwing around I think it will happen, especially if Pacquiao loses to Thurman.


Told you!

We shall see FB! :rolleyes:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/49001043

[Frazerbob]

We shall see FB! :rolleyes:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/49001043

😂

[H18 SFR]

On holiday, anyone recommend a good streaming site.

[H18 SFR]

Chisora going beast mode.

[Wheat Hound]

Some knockout by Chisora. Spilka looked in a really bad way there.

Allan v Price next could be an interesting match up.

[Mon Dieu4]

Brutal knock out by Chisora, can't help but like the maniac

[H18 SFR]

Price boxed well there.

[Mon Dieu4]

Only Del Boy has been worth PPV so far, mon the body snatcher

[Hibby70]

This Colombian looks pretty useful.

[David_D]

Good win for Whyte. Don’t know where the judges got 115-112 from. Wasn’t that close a fight in my opinion.

[Mon Dieu4]

Whyte did well improving by every fight, the fact he's been WBC no 1 over 600 days is a farce, him V wilder is who ever lands first imo

[makaveli1875]

Whyte did well improving by every fight, the fact he's been WBC no 1 over 600 days is a farce, him V wilder is who ever lands first imo

Whyte's been dropped twice in 3 fights, neither of these guys hit anywhere near as hard as Wilder, add Wilders size, reach and awkward style I don't see Whyte lasting long.

[Mon Dieu4]

Whyte's been dropped twice in 3 fights, neither of these guys hit anywhere near as hard as Wilder, add Wilders size, reach and awkward style I don't see Whyte lasting long.

Wilder has a suspect chin imo, fury rocked him a couple of times, if White connects, he's a gonner which is why I said whoever lands first

[makaveli1875]

Wilder has a suspect chin imo, fury rocked him a couple of times, if White connects, he's a gonner which is why I said whoever lands first

Fury rocked him but he didn't put him down, he floored Fury twice. Ortiz rocked him but didn't drop him, he knocked Ortiz out. He's the only top HW that hasn't been dropped recently.

[Mon Dieu4]

Fury rocked him but he didn't put him down, he floored Fury twice. Ortiz rocked him but didn't drop him, he knocked Ortiz out. He's the only top HW that hasn't been dropped recently.

Although he's the best technical boxer out them all Fury isn't exactly a big hitter, Ortiz had him rocked but was gassed since he's about 102, if Whyte connects he can spark him, likewise if Wilder connects its game over, that's why it's exciting

[makaveli1875]

Although he's the best technical boxer out them all Fury isn't exactly a big hitter, Ortiz had him rocked but was gassed since he's about 102, if Whyte connects he can spark him, likewise if Wilder connects its game over, that's why it's exciting

Definitly exciting, if it happens. Wilder has a couple of tricky fights to get through 1st. If he rematches Fury as expected there's a good chance he will lose.

[Frazerbob]

Ooft Dillian Whyte reported to have failed a drugs test pre Rivas fight.

[makaveli1875]

Ooft Dillian Whyte reported to have failed a drugs test pre Rivas fight.

Cant see it being PEDs , be smoking weed or something

[Pretty Boy]

Career could well be over as this would be his 2nd strike.

[Pretty Boy]

Now being reported as a failed test for steroids. What a ****ing idiot.

[Frazerbob]

I’m a fan of Fast Eddie but there’s something not right. AJ signs up to VADA then puts in a bizarrely subdued performance, now this. After all he said after the Miller positive test, he can’t defend Whyte surely.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I’m a fan of Fast Eddie but there’s something not right. AJ signs up to VADA then puts in a bizarrely subdued performance, now this. After all he said after the Miller positive test, he can’t defend Whyte surely.

Good interview with Eddie here, statement from Whyte will reveal more tomorrow it seems.


https://youtu.be/vBhfGRV7D4Y

[nellio]

Now being reported as a failed test for steroids. What a ****ing idiot.

Same thing Miller tested positive for before the AJ fight apparently.

Can't believe the fight was allowed to go ahead in truth

[Frazerbob]

Good interview with Eddie here, statement from Whyte will reveal more tomorrow it seems.


https://youtu.be/vBhfGRV7D4Y

Watched the interview last night then eagerly awaited the Whyte statement that would tell all. Hmm, it said nothing.

[David_D]

Now being reported that Whyte passed both his pre and post fight tests.

[H18 SFR]

Now being reported that Whyte passed both his pre and post fight tests.

Read that. Makes the fail surely look dodgy?

[hibeejoy]

Been up all night for this one!
Kownacki vs. Arreola.Anyone up for it?

[Mon Dieu4]

Joshua V Ruiz to be held in Saudi Arabia, must be some amount of cash being thrown at that, can't see Sky being too chuffed with Hearn

[Speedy]

Anyone got any insight into the Josh Taylor fight? i.e. when and where.

I see the Inoue/Donaire fight has been announced and Prograis has started releasing training clips so I expect an announcement soon

[Mon Dieu4]

Anyone got any insight into the Josh Taylor fight? i.e. when and where.

I see the Inoue/Donaire fight has been announced and Prograis has started releasing training clips so I expect an announcement soon

Manchester on the 5th October

[Speedy]

Manchester on the 5th October

Brilliant, any idea when tickets go on sale?

[Mon Dieu4]

Brilliant, any idea when tickets go on sale?

No idea buddy, just been told that 90% odd that's the date and place, hopefully announced in the not too distant future

[Stairway 2 7]

No idea buddy, just been told that 90% odd that's the date and place, hopefully announced in the not too distant future

Is it on an undercard, not sure josh or wbss would sell out men arena

[Speedy]

No idea buddy, just been told that 90% odd that's the date and place, hopefully announced in the not too distant future

Cheers. Will get a hotel booked with ootion to cancel.

[Mon Dieu4]

Is it on an undercard, not sure josh or wbss would sell out men arena

No danger will it be on an undercard, think the Sauerlands know the biggest chance of a huge crowd is to have over here, Prograis would make too much of a fuss if it was in Glasgow and London is probably too far for a Scottish contingent to travel so Manchester makes sense.

I would image that if Sky take up the option to show it that we could see a few Matchroom fighters on the bill to try and get a bigger crowd or they may even double up on finals, who knows

Just what I've been told from someone who is pals with JT

[Mon Dieu4]

Actually scrap all that, now looks as though today Prograis has pulled out and has started a court case to be released from his WBSS contract due to missed deadline dates :confused:

[Onceinawhile]

Actually scrap all that, now looks as though today Prograis has pulled out and has started a court case to be released from his WBSS contract due to missed deadline dates :confused:

****ting himself by the sound of it 😂

[Stairway 2 7]

In this day of dodging fights what a refreshing fight it seemed

[Mon Dieu4]

I see BJS has signed with Matchroom, sets him up form some huge fights with the Middle and Supermiddle weights they have on their platforms, about time too, he's a marmite character, but when he is switched on and can be bothered I rate him as one of the best if not best fighter we have over here

[Frazerbob]

Lochend Boxing Club trolling Regis Prograis on Twitter is hilarious.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Looks like Prograis v Taylor could be back on. Had a feeling it was more posturing from their camp looking to ensure it wouldn’t end up at at the Hydro.

26th October at the o2 is what’s being banded about on twitter.

[Mantis Toboggan]

Kash Farooq fight is on BBC Scotland tonight, worth a watch

[Mon Dieu4]

Looks like Prograis v Taylor could be back on. Had a feeling it was more posturing from their camp looking to ensure it wouldn’t end up at at the Hydro.

26th October at the o2 is what’s being banded about on twitter.

I don't like that wee prick as it is but with all the fannying about I hope Josh really punches his **** in

[Pretty Boy]

Kovalev v Yarde was some scrap.

Yarde had him rocking in the 8th and it looked well and truly on. Kovalev looked out on his feet but rallied and in the end was just a bit too good and secured a late KO.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Kovalev v Yarde was some scrap.

Yarde had him rocking in the 8th and it looked well and truly on. Kovalev looked out on his feet but rallied and in the end was just a bit too good and secured a late KO.

Yeah good fight. Yarde has been too passive imo in the first 7, but it became clear that he was holding some back for the 2nd half of the fight. Dunno how Kovalev didn’t go down in the 8th and his corner were threatening to pull him out but he recovered well. His jab is superb.


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[Mon Dieu4]

Looks like Prograis v Taylor could be back on. Had a feeling it was more posturing from their camp looking to ensure it wouldn’t end up at at the Hydro.

26th October at the o2 is what’s being banded about on twitter.

Looking to be the case now, with Chisora Parker, would have preferred Manchester but looks like a trip to London now

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Looking to be the case now, with Chisora Parker, would have preferred Manchester but looks like a trip to London now

Josh Kelly and Lawrence Okolie potentially on the bill too. Will be making the journey 100%

[Mon Dieu4]

Looking forward to seeing Loma tonight, he's worth £20 on his own, the fact that this is on tonight is the only thing keeping me sane after today's result

[H18 SFR]

Looking forward to this tonight after Fir Park today.

[Mon Dieu4]

Taylor is now confirmed for the O2 on the 26th October :aok:

[lord bunberry]

Martinez shouldn’t be getting such an easy ride after that. You can’t punch someone once they’re on the canvas. Edwards was down for a couple of seconds before he hit him. Disgraceful stuff.

[makaveli1875]

Taylor is now confirmed for the O2 on the 26th October :aok:

Good, should be a cracker

[Frazerbob]

Taylor is now confirmed for the O2 on the 26th October :aok:

Hotel & train booked. Canny wait!

[Mon Dieu4]

Martinez shouldn’t be getting such an easy ride after that. You can’t punch someone once they’re on the canvas. Edwards was down for a couple of seconds before he hit him. Disgraceful stuff.

Was a shocker of a decision, how the ref didn't call that was mental

[lord bunberry]

Was a shocker of a decision, how the ref didn't call that was mental
I agree it was so obvious.

[lord bunberry]

What were the sky commentators on about there. Povetkin won that easily.

[Frazerbob]

Josh in the ring for the official announcement. Got a great reception. Ricky Burns on the bill too.

[Mon Dieu4]

Josh in the ring for the official announcement. Got a great reception. Ricky Burns on the bill too.

I was always going anyway but that card has just made it even better

[lord bunberry]

I so want Campbell to win but I’ve got a tenner on Lomachenko to win in the first round at 25/1.

[lord bunberry]

Campbell is well in this fight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Good fight, Loma is seriously a magician, hope he doesn't move up in weight though and get done by a bigger guy with less talent

[Benny Brazil]

Outstanding performance from Campbell I thought that would have been over in 4 but he showed real guts - Loma still the clear winner though

[lord bunberry]

Great effort from Campbell. Lomachenko is a great fighter, but Luke held his own there.

[Mon Dieu4]

Usyk popping up behind Arum is my moment of the night, I love the guy, he's total radge :faf::faf:

[Stairway 2 7]

Lomo comfortably beating a guy 2 inches taller and a 5 inch reach advantage is rediculous, also hope he doesn't move up again.

[H18 SFR]

Lomo comfortably beating a guy 2 inches taller and a 5 inch reach advantage is rediculous, also hope he doesn't move up again.

Stuff that, get him to step up one more division and face Josh Taylor at Easter Road.

[makaveli1875]

Lomo comfortably beating a guy 2 inches taller and a 5 inch reach advantage is rediculous, also hope he doesn't move up again.

He should drop back to his natural weight and fight Inoue , I could see the wee monster taking Loma out

[MagicSwirlingShip]

He should drop back to his natural weight and fight Inoue , I could see the wee monster taking Loma out

Inoue fights at Bantam, 118lbs

The lowest weight Lomachenko has ever fought at professionally is Featherweight, 126lbs.

I can’t ever see that fight happening, even at a catchweight, considering Loma is currently looking to clean up at Lightweight, 135lbs.

A superfight with Gervonta Davis at 130lbs is the one I’m holding out for.

[Frazerbob]

Any word on tickets for Josh yet?

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Any word on tickets for Josh yet?

Friday I seen online FB.

[Frazerbob]

Taylor tickets bought via the 02 pre-sale. Great seats too. Not long now!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Taylor tickets bought via the 02 pre-sale. Great seats too. Not long now!

Likewise here FB! May try and take in a game down there on the Sat, West Ham & Leyton Orient both at home.

[Frazerbob]

Likewise here FB! May try and take in a game down there on the Sat, West Ham & Leyton Orient both at home.

Was thinking the same. West Ham is fairly close by. I'm going down by train early doors. Arrive in London at midday so perfect timing. Might just hit the pub though!

[Scouse Hibee]

Chisora telling everyone to **** off at the press conference if he’s not the main event. He wants more money and accuses the Taylor fight for the Ali trophy as being meaningless and they should fight in ****ing GLASGOW 😂

[The_Exile]

Personally, I think we should have Del negotiating Brexit.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Personally, I think we should have Del negotiating Brexit.

Would have similar results cos all he’s doing is running his mouth with absolutely no intention of dropping out. Looks daft imo.


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[Frazerbob]

That was awkward. Nobody knew how to react. Hearn, who I like, bottled it big time and was looking for help from Smith. WTF! Well done to Prograis for giving some back and also Josh for staying classy and having a sly dig.

Watching the interviews on IFL after the conference, Hearn hinted that if the fans demanded it, Sky (in other words him) would need to look at who’s the main event. He also mentioned that 8-9000 tickets had sold already which apparently means its heading for a sell out.

[Helensburghhibs]

Weekend is all sorted for the Taylor fight, I'm really looking forward to it.

[Allant1981]

I'm amazed fury managed to continue with that cut last night, theres no way he could have seen what he was doing

[Frazerbob]

Over 12k tickets sold for the Josh Taylor fight. Heading for a sell out.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Over 12k tickets sold for the Josh Taylor fight. Heading for a sell out.

Yep, considering Hearn seems to be promoting every other fight but this one it’s mightily impressive.

Be interested to see how Prograis handles the big stage & bright lights.

[Frazerbob]

Jospeh Parker out of the Chisora fight with ‘illness’.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Jospeh Parker out of the Chisora fight with ‘illness’.

Bizarrely, a spider bite apparently


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[MagicSwirlingShip]

GGG scraped through an absolute war last night - great viewing.

[nellio]

Jospeh Parker out of the Chisora fight with ‘illness’.
Replaced by Price now!

[Scouse Hibee]

Replaced by Price now!

Price has virtually no chance of beating Chisora.

[Willis1875]

Errol Spence Jr in a bad way after flipping his ferrari, apparently wasn't wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the car

[Scouse Hibee]

Errol Spence Jr in a bad way after flipping his ferrari, apparently wasn't wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the car

No broken bones and expected to make a full recovery, lucky guy.

[Allant1981]

No broken bones and expected to make a full recovery, lucky guy.

Very lucky guy, makes you wonder why people dont wear seatbelts now

[pontius pilate]

Just watched usyk debut at heavyweight he won by tko in the 8th. Impressed with his movement and his hand speed yes I know he has always had amazing movement but he has been out of the ring for 1 year. Looking forward to seeing who he fights next

[Helensburghhibs]

Very lucky guy, makes you wonder why people dont wear seatbelts now

In some of these cases not wearing a seat belt and being flung from the car is the saving factor. Not something I would like to put to the test mind you

[Scouse Hibee]

Sad to hear that Patrick Day has passed away aged 27 following his defeat by Charles Cornell at the weekend.

[Allant1981]

Sad to hear that Patrick Day has passed away aged 27 following his defeat by Charles Cornell at the weekend.

Sure this is about the 4th or 5th boxer
to die this year, wont be long until it starts coming under more scrutiny I think

[Scouse Hibee]

Sure this is about the 4th or 5th boxer
to die this year, wont be long until it starts coming under more scrutiny I think

There does seem to be more this year than I have ever heard of.

[Mon Dieu4]

There does seem to be more this year than I have ever heard of.

Think it may be down to social media and the fact we hear more about it now, I was reading on average 13 boxers die in the ring each year

[Hibernia&Alba]

Think it may be down to social media and the fact we hear more about it now, I was reading on average 13 boxers die in the ring each year

I am ambivalent on boxing. On a rational level, the thought of two guys (now women too) trying to punch each other unconscious is morally indefensible, in my opinion. On the other hand, their skill and courage is admirable, and I watch some big fights. It's something I know I shouldn't enjoy, but I sometimes do. If boxing was banned, I couldn't offer an ethical objection; it seems almost every medical association in the world wants it stopped. The long term effects of boxing can be devastating. Then there's the promoters and others making big money via young men putting their health and lives at risk.

[Scouse Hibee]

Think it may be down to social media and the fact we hear more about it now, I was reading on average 13 boxers die in the ring each year

Yes you’re probably right, like most things we think are on the increase compared to years ago, it’s more likely we just know more now due to social media.

[Frazerbob]

It’s fight week!
Who’s all heading down to the big smoke?

[Mon Dieu4]

It’s fight week!
Who’s all heading down to the big smoke?

Yep, heading down on the train on saturday and flying back up Sunday, can't wait

[Speedy]

It’s fight week!
Who’s all heading down to the big smoke?

Wish I was but need to be in Newcastle for the weekend.

Buzzing for watching it on TV though.

[Frazerbob]

Yep, heading down on the train on saturday and flying back up Sunday, can't wait

I’m on the 0652 train. Pals are heading down Friday night. Can’t wait to noise up the Chisora fans 😂

[MagicSwirlingShip]

It’s fight week!
Who’s all heading down to the big smoke?

Early train Friday, back Sunday.

[hibbysam]

Down early Saturday, 0830 train with half the pans on it, back Sunday afternoon.

[green&left]

It’s fight week!
Who’s all heading down to the big smoke?

Four of us on the 8.30am Saturday. Back late Sunday afternoon.

Ironed and hung up my clothes, carryout chilling in the fridge. Buzzing for it now.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Down early Saturday, 0830 train with half the pans on it, back Sunday afternoon.

This is the train to be on by the looks of it. Will be wild :greengrin

[hfc rd]

What time is the Taylor fight scheduled to start?

Might be wrong, but is this the first time that he isn’t favourite to win? Bookies have Prograis as favourite. Tempted to put some cash on Josh to win as the prices look decent.

[Mon Dieu4]

Taylor made weight, Prograis had to take his boxers off to make the weight

[Mon Dieu4]

What time is the Taylor fight scheduled to start?

Might be wrong, but is this the first time that he isn’t favourite to win? Bookies have Prograis as favourite. Tempted to put some cash on him to win as the prices look decent.

Should be about 10/10.30 buddy

[hibbysam]

What time is the Taylor fight scheduled to start?

Might be wrong, but is this the first time that he isn’t favourite to win? Bookies have Prograis as favourite. Tempted to put some cash on Josh to win as the prices look decent.

Ohara incredibly was favourite to beat him 2 years ago. Josh was 6/4 that night also.

[Sir David Gray]

I am ambivalent on boxing. On a rational level, the thought of two guys (now women too) trying to punch each other unconscious is morally indefensible, in my opinion. On the other hand, their skill and courage is admirable, and I watch some big fights. It's something I know I shouldn't enjoy, but I sometimes do. If boxing was banned, I couldn't offer an ethical objection; it seems almost every medical association in the world wants it stopped. The long term effects of boxing can be devastating. Then there's the promoters and others making big money via young men putting their health and lives at risk.

Why they don't enforce the wearing of protective headgear in boxing is something I really cannot understand.

It's not going to take anything away from the spectacle of boxing, the boxers will still be able to knock lumps out of each other but it will help to save lives.

I understand the argument put forward which is the boxers know what they are getting themselves in for but I don't think that's enough of an excuse for the governing bodies not to make it as safe as possible.

[marinello59]

Why they don't enforce the wearing of protective headgear in boxing is something I really cannot understand.

It's not going to take anything away from the spectacle of boxing, the boxers will still be able to knock lumps out of each other but it will help to save lives.

I understand the argument put forward which is the boxers know what they are getting themselves in for but I don't think that's enough of an excuse for the governing bodies not to make it as safe as possible.

They restrict the fighters view, that’s not really desirable in Pro boxing.

[Pretty Boy]

Why they don't enforce the wearing of protective headgear in boxing is something I really cannot understand.

It's not going to take anything away from the spectacle of boxing, the boxers will still be able to knock lumps out of each other but it will help to save lives.

I understand the argument put forward which is the boxers know what they are getting themselves in for but I don't think that's enough of an excuse for the governing bodies not to make it as safe as possible.

There's evidence that headguards don't actually prevent brain injury and concussion. They reduce cuts and bruises so the aesthetics are better but studies have shown that the bigger target means boxers attempt more head shots. Secondly it gives a false sense of security and thirdly the shaking motion when a punch connects with the guard can also increase the risk of brain injury.

There's various studies that show that wearing headguards offers no noticeable decrease in the risk of brain injury and in fact shows a small drop in the occurence. These studies were a huge part of the reasoning when the AIBA removed headguards from men's amateur boxing. The flip side is there is a big increase in broken noses, cuts and other superficial traumas.

[Sir David Gray]

They restrict the fighters view, that’s not really desirable in Pro boxing.


There's evidence that headguards don't actually prevent brain injury and concussion. They reduce cuts and bruises so the aesthetics are better but studies have shown that the bigger target means boxers attempt more head shots. Secondly it gives a false sense of security and thirdly the shaking motion when a punch connects with the guard can also increase the risk of brain injury.

There's various studies that show that wearing headguards offers no noticeable ecrease in the risk of brain injury and in fact shows a small drop in the occurence. These studies were a huge part of the reasoning when the AIBA removed headguards from men's amateur boxing. The flip side is there is a big increase in broken noses, cuts and other superficial traumas.

Fair enough. I just thought it may have been a suggestion since I knew that they used to wear headgear in amateur boxing although I'm sure I read that this has now stopped and presumably it was for the reasons stated above.

I don't really know what the answer is then except to ban blows to the head or to ban boxing altogether, neither of which is likely to happen.

[Pretty Boy]

Does anyone know any pubs in Edinburgh definitely showing the fight tonight?

[Slavers]

Does anyone know any pubs in Edinburgh definitely showing the fight tonight?

Malones will have it on.

[Mantis Toboggan]

Fly half are definitely showing it as well

[Mantis Toboggan]

Ohara incredibly was favourite to beat him 2 years ago. Josh was 6/4 that night also.

Seems ridiculous in retrospect, was there that night and he absolutely skelped Davies!

[Pretty Boy]

Cheers guys.

[Since90+2]

Robbie's and Theatre Royal definitely have it on.

[NC1875]

Taylor to win on points 2/1 on Skybet

[hfc rd]

Really entertaining heavyweight fight. Chisora just bulldozed Price.

My favourite weight class.

[Speedy]

Got £50 on Prograis at 11/10 but really want Josh to win.

Great guy, buzzing for it

[lord bunberry]

Come on Josh.

[hfc rd]

Come on Taylor!