Boxing!

[Mon Dieu4]

One commentator especially was so biased it was embarrassing. The lads good but he’s in a tough weight class.

That body shot look utterly crippling.

Mannix and Grisham(former WWE commentator) are both shocking, zero boxing experience between them and trying to make Sergio Mora a former world champion sound like he doesn't know what he's on about

[Frazerbob]

Commentary aside, I thought that’s as a great ‘coming of age’ performance from Garcia. He’s not just a pretty face. Also thought Luke put on a good show but his time at world level is over now. Shame, another excellent U.K. fighter not to win a world title.

[David_D]

All Boxing suspended for the month of January in the U.K.

[Stairway 2 7]

All Boxing suspended for the month of January in the U.K.

Dull one for Lee mcgregor bit of a shock to be honest

[cabbageandribs1875]

Dillian Whyte will have the chance to get his revenge against Alexander Povetkin as Matchroom Boxing confirmed their rematch for 6 March.
The Russian, 41, produced a stunning knockout win in the fifth-round of their WBC interim title bout in August.

Whyte, 32, was originally set to meet Povetkin for a second time in late November 2020 at Wembley Arena.
However, the fight was postponed after the the veteran Russian tested positive for Covid-19.

[Frazerbob]

Josh Taylor unification fight with Ramirez pencilled in for May. Promoter Bob Arum says......

“Hopefully things are better in May and we can get some Scottish people coming to Las Vegas, that would help boost the economy of our city.*I don’t know necessarily about the economy but certainly the beer sales will increase.”

[Speedy]

Josh Taylor unification fight with Ramirez pencilled in for May. Promoter Bob Arum says......

“Hopefully things are better in May and we can get some Scottish people coming to Las Vegas, that would help boost the economy of our city.*I don’t know necessarily about the economy but certainly the beer sales will increase.”

Normally I'd be well up for this but no chance I'm booking such a pricy trip so soon.

[hibbysam]

Josh Taylor unification fight with Ramirez pencilled in for May. Promoter Bob Arum says......

“Hopefully things are better in May and we can get some Scottish people coming to Las Vegas, that would help boost the economy of our city.*I don’t know necessarily about the economy but certainly the beer sales will increase.”

Gutted that’s happening this year, but delighted for Josh. With a stag in June, two weddings and New York in December it’s very difficult to try and justify Vegas in May as well.

[Speedy]

I see Teo Lopez has been mentioned at some point. Can't see it, Josh far more likely to step up than Lopez any time soon I'd have thought.

If Josh beats Ramirez I'd expect him to make the step up in the next fight or two then build up to fights with the superstars. Still a couple of huge fights for Teo at lightweight.

Thoughts?

Edit: I'm forgetting about the Catterall 'deal' but a defence against Zepeda probably a good thing given his profile from fight of the year as well.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Yeah there’s big money to be made for Lopez at 135 if he can hang around at that division. He is big for the weight though so that might be the reason for looking to moving up and calling out Taylor.

With a big performance and win against Ramirez in the States, it would set up a NYC bout at MSG / Barclays Centre v Teo quite nicely. Undisputed v Undisputed. It would possibly draw more $$$ than a Crawford fight also?

[Frazerbob]

Lee McGregor fight in Dubai on Saturday cancelled. 3rd time they’ve had to postpone. Lad is having a nightmare!

[Mon Dieu4]

Lee McGregor fight in Dubai on Saturday cancelled. 3rd time they’ve had to postpone. Lad is having a nightmare!

Just when you think thing we're going to start going his way as well, can't be good for an athlete's body to keep trying to peak at certain times only for it to have restart all over again

[Frazerbob]

Just when you think thing we're going to start going his way as well, can't be good for an athlete's body to keep trying to peak at certain times only for it to have restart all over again

Training camps don’t come cheap either.

[Pretty Boy]

Anyone else watch the Panorama tonight focusing on MTK?

Don't think it was telling anyone who follows boxing anything we didn't already know but quite interesting nonetheless.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Anyone else watch the Panorama tonight focusing on MTK?

Don't think it was telling anyone who follows boxing anything we didn't already know but quite interesting nonetheless.

Interesting to know Frampton doesn’t pay MTK anything for their services

[Mon Dieu4]

Anyone else watch the Panorama tonight focusing on MTK?

Don't think it was telling anyone who follows boxing anything we didn't already know but quite interesting nonetheless.

Didn't know it was on, take it that is about Kinahan and what a stand up guy he is?

Will give it a watch

[Pretty Boy]

Didn't know it was on, take it that is about Kinahan and what a stand up guy he is?

Will give it a watch

Pretty much.

It was clearly aimed at casual viewers/non boxing fans and only really scratched the surface. The biggest issue was the only person who would go on record was McGuigan. Worth a watch though.

The MTK stable have come out in force on Twitter tonight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Pretty much.

It was clearly aimed at casual viewers/non boxing fans and only really scratched the surface. The biggest issue was the only person who would go on record was McGuigan. Worth a watch though.

The MTK stable have come out in force on Twitter tonight.

Cheers, wouldn't have expected anything else, as you say everyone within boxing knows the score

they do actually seem to do a good job of looking after their fighters, but i was always of the impression that MTK was being used to launder money, there was also the rumour that Matt Macklin was basically told to sell or else suffer the consequences

[Pretty Boy]

Cheers, wouldn't have expected anything else, as you say everyone within boxing knows the score

they do actually seem to do a good job of looking after their fighters, but i was always of the impression that MTK was being used to launder money, there was also the rumour that Matt Macklin was basically told to sell or else suffer the consequences

Yep. It certainly comes across that the fighters they have are well looked after. How they recruit them and where the money comes from has always been the murky part.

[Frazerbob]

That Sandra Vaughan character seems a right charmer.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Panorama: BBC team threatened following Boxing and the Mob programme - BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55956375)

A BBC Panorama team has been threatened following a programme about a suspected crime boss's influence in world boxing.


Police in Northern Ireland have warned about an unspecified threat from unnamed criminal elements in relation to the programme, broadcast on Monday.

[davy67 +]

Anyone else watch the Panorama tonight focusing on MTK?

Don't think it was telling anyone who follows boxing anything we didn't already know but quite interesting nonetheless.

I didn't actually watch it , but I was quite surprised at some of the comments that came over my timeline on twitter about people being shocked/ surprised about " the mob " being involved in boxing. Having recently watched the documentary on Sky about Sonny Liston where one of the contributors said that boxing has always been crooked nothing about Boxing surprises me

[cabbageandribs1875]

i see Leon Spinks has sadly died, 67

Leon Spinks, the boxer who shocked the world by beating Muhammad Ali, dies aged 67 | US News | Sky News (https://news.sky.com/story/leon-spinks-the-boxer-who-shocked-the-world-by-beating-muhammad-ali-dies-aged-67-12211224)

Leon Spinks: Ex-heavyweight champion who shocked Muhammad Ali dies aged 67 - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/55961786)

[Mon Dieu4]

British scorecards in shocker part 2,163 tonight with Martinez V Barrett, absolute joke and something needs done about it

[Lancs Harp]

British scorecards in shocker part 2,163 tonight with Martinez V Barrett, absolute joke and something needs done about it

Agree, Barrett may well of won that fight but the scoring was atrocious.

[CallumLaidlaw]

British scorecards in shocker part 2,163 tonight with Martinez V Barrett, absolute joke and something needs done about it

Unreal. Anything a couple of points either side regarding a draw is fair. Eddie Hearn just said 118-111 is absolutely disgusting and will put off fighters coming over here.


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[CallumLaidlaw]

Unreal. Anything a couple of points either side regarding a draw is fair. Eddie Hearn just said 118-111 is absolutely disgusting and will put off fighters coming over here.


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Edit - said it doesn’t do him any favours and he could’ve just sat and fought off the back foot.


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[David_D]

Absolutely scandalous. 117-111 is a joke. Foreign fighters will just stop coming to In fight in U.K. seems to constantly be the same judges.

[lord bunberry]

We used to despair at the scoring from judges in other countries, but Britain is up there with the worst in the world these days. I think Barret probably edged it, but the scorecards were ridiculous.

[lord bunberry]

Come on Josh.

[Lancs Harp]

Come on Josh.

In a spot of bother.

[Mon Dieu4]

Ref did Warrington a favour there as he was out on his feet big time

[lord bunberry]

In a spot of bother.
He is, could easily have been stopped there. Josh still boxing well though.

[Lancs Harp]

Took a beating.

However judges have Josh up on all score cards.

[Mon Dieu4]

Demolished, shame I like Warrington he's a nice bloke

[Pretty Boy]

Not sure what Warrington expected there. Walking in with no head movement, Lara couldn't miss.

I like JW but that was a beating.

[lord bunberry]

****in hell . 18 months out of the ring is never a good thing.

[lord bunberry]

Not sure what Warrington expected there. Walking in with no head movement, Lara couldn't miss.

I like JW but that was a beating.
Absolutely, his corner let him down badly. The signs were there early on and they sent him out with the same game plan. Devastating loss for Josh.

[RyeSloan]

Josh was 1/18 to win.

Never looked on it from the start.

Really strange performance so who knows what went wrong but clearly Lara can land a shot or two!

[Lancs Harp]

He was lucky (or unlucky depending on how you are looking at it) he should have been stopped in the fourth. He was all over the place.

[JimBHibees]

British scorecards in shocker part 2,163 tonight with Martinez V Barrett, absolute joke and something needs done about it

Yep absolutely corrupt. Watched the last 5 rounds or so where the commentators were indicating Martinez well ahead and while Barrett may have won 3 of the 5 no way did the scores reflect any kind of reality.

[Lancs Harp]

Good little scrap between Robbie Davies Jnr and Mexican Gabriel Valenzuela. Very tight but after the poor scoring of last week the tight decision went with the Mexican. Just about right for me, but it was tight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Been a good night of boxing so far, hope Kelly is in the mood tonight

[Lancs Harp]

Been a good night of boxing so far, hope Kelly is in the mood tonight

looking forward to this fight Kelly v Avanesyan European title fight. Big rivals.

[Lancs Harp]

Good start so far after 3. Odd place for a cut for Kelly on the back of his head.

[Mon Dieu4]

Kelly has all the skill in the world and could make this easy for himself, with him I genuinely think he finds boxing easy and gets bored at times and switches off or decides to go to war when he doesn't need to

Good fight though

[Lancs Harp]

Kelly has all the skill in the world and could make this easy for himself, with him I genuinely think he finds boxing easy and gets bored at times and switches off or decides to go to war when he doesn't need to

Good fight though

One round is all it takes! Shame for Kelly I thought he fought well.

[Mon Dieu4]

Great fight that, been a good night of boxing

[CallumLaidlaw]

Anyone watching the boxing from New Zealand this morning?

Current fight is so weird. Heavyweight fight. Julius long v Hemi Ahio. 7’ 1” vs 6’. And the big guy is 43 with 18 wins and 24 losses. He’s a big clubber and just knocked down the favourite (16 wins, no losses) . Looks such a mismatch.


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[HibernianJK]

Canelo wins as expected in a keep busy fight. Awful opponent but always good to see him fight.

BJS announced for 8th of May, will be a tough test but can’t really see anyone out there beating Alvarez at the moment. He seems untouchable.

[Mon Dieu4]

Canelo wins as expected in a keep busy fight. Awful opponent but always good to see him fight.

BJS announced for 8th of May, will be a tough test but can’t really see anyone out there beating Alvarez at the moment. He seems untouchable.

Not saying he will win but BJS has the skill and style that will cause problems, thing is though even if he put on a boxing masterclass he's never knocking Canelo out and he's not getting a decision in America either

GGG was the only one round about those weight classes who stood a chance but he's getting on a bit now, I genuinely believe he won their first fight and Canelo won the second but unless Canelo goes back up to weights he has no right being at and fights Bivol or Beterbiev then there isn't much chance of him being beat just now

[Frazerbob]

Who says the drugs don’t work eh?

[Frazerbob]

Taylor v Ramirez signed. 22nd May. No venue announced but looks like BT Sports.

[HibernianJK]

Not saying he will win but BJS has the skill and style that will cause problems, thing is though even if he put on a boxing masterclass he's never knocking Canelo out and he's not getting a decision in America either

GGG was the only one round about those weight classes who stood a chance but he's getting on a bit now, I genuinely believe he won their first fight and Canelo won the second but unless Canelo goes back up to weights he has no right being at and fights Bivol or Beterbiev then there isn't much chance of him being beat just now

I think a few years ago BJS style would give him problems. He’s such a slick defensive fighter and insane counter puncher now as well. Has always been able to go to head or body. There isn’t any real weakness in his game.

I also had GGG winning first comfortably and Canelo winning the second narrowly.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I think a few years ago BJS style would give him problems. He’s such a slick defensive fighter and insane counter puncher now as well. Has always been able to go to head or body. There isn’t any real weakness in his game.

I also had GGG winning first comfortably and Canelo winning the second narrowly.

The weakness in BJS game is he balloons up between fights and doesn’t “live the life”. Night and day to a year round super athlete like Canelo

[Mon Dieu4]

Taylor v Ramirez signed. 22nd May. No venue announced but looks like BT Sports.

Vegas is the front runner, One of my pals is best mates with JT and has scored 5 weeks off work so he can go and be a part of the camp

[Frazerbob]

Vegas is the front runner, One of my pals is best mates with JT and has scored 5 weeks off work so he can go and be a part of the camp

Confirmed Vegas.

[Mon Dieu4]

Confirmed Vegas.

Yep, I'm lumping it all on JT, anyone having to spend 5 weeks with my pal will be ready to cave someone's heid in :greengrin

[Frazerbob]

Yep, I'm lumping it all on JT, anyone having to spend 5 weeks with my pal will be ready to cave someone's heid in :greengrin

🤣

[Tobias Funke]

If Josh wins I think he will become the first British boxer to hold all four belts in a division since the WBO was formed and first genuine undisputed champion (all major belts) from UK since Lloyd Honeyghan defeated Don Curry in 1986.

Would be some accolade for Josh to have claim to. He has a superb chance as well.

[Mon Dieu4]

Just reading that Marvin Hagler has passed away

[BroxburnHibee]

Just reading that Marvin Hagler has passed away

Only 66 - was he ill?

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Only 66 - was he ill?

Tommy Hearns had posted it was Covid related. Think that's been denied on twitter though.

Easily one of my top 5 favourite ever fighters. RIP The Marvelous One

[Lancs Harp]

Shocked and saddened at this. An all time great for me, a fantastic fighter who fought some epic fights against other fantastic fighters around the time. Will there ever be a glut of world class talent around the same weight like that again?

RIP Marvin

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Fury V AJ contracts signed. Now they go to tender on a site deal.

My guess, Ethiad Arena, Abu Dhabi.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Fury V AJ contracts signed. Now they go to tender on a site deal.

My guess, Ethiad Arena, Abu Dhabi.

https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/31069769/tyson-fury-anthony-joshua-sign-two-fight-deal-unify-heavyweight-titles

Saying 8 or 9 options but Middle East seems the expected location.


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[MagicSwirlingShip]

https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/31069769/tyson-fury-anthony-joshua-sign-two-fight-deal-unify-heavyweight-titles

Saying 8 or 9 options but Middle East seems the expected location.


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Interesting to see where it lands after Fury’s comments at the weekend he will only fight in Vegas

[CallumLaidlaw]

Interesting to see where it lands after Fury’s comments at the weekend he will only fight in Vegas

I wouldn’t believe Fury if he told me the grass is green.


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[Mon Dieu4]

Fury V AJ contracts signed. Now they go to tender on a site deal.

My guess, Ethiad Arena, Abu Dhabi.

If it can't be made in the UK, which it won't be for a few reasons then I actually want it somewhere in the middle East, makes the times so much better than Vegas

[Frazerbob]

If it can't be made in the UK, which it won't be for a few reasons then I actually want it somewhere in the middle East, makes the times so much better than Vegas

There’s something special about pulling an all nighter for the big Vegas fights tho. Goes back to Tyson v Bruno for me.

[Mon Dieu4]

There’s something special about pulling an all nighter for the big Vegas fights tho. Goes back to Tyson v Bruno got me.

When I was in my prime I liked it, these days I will likely be pished and asleep before it starts haha

[CallumLaidlaw]

Seems to be a bit of a shift with the timings recently.

Canelo v Smith was at an earlier time to help British audiences, and talk of Canelo v BJS being at midnight UK time too.


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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Seems to be a bit of a shift with the timings recently.

Canelo v Smith was at an earlier time to help British audiences, and talk of Canelo v BJS being at midnight UK time too.


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Both promoted by Matchroom/Dazn with two British fighters involved. They’re chasing subscribers so it makes sense.

[Frazerbob]

Big night for Lee McGregor tonight. Not often I cheer on a rabid Jambo but I’ll make an exception.

[Mon Dieu4]

Big night for Lee McGregor tonight. Not often I cheer on a rabid Jambo but I’ll make an exception.

Looking forward to it, I'm expecting good things from him tonight

[Itsnoteasy]

Looking forward to it, I'm expecting good things from him tonight

Is this on TV tonight

[Mon Dieu4]

Is this on TV tonight

You can get it on YouTube in IFL TV

[Mon Dieu4]

Sensational by McGregor, well done son

[CallumLaidlaw]

Sensational by McGregor, well done son

Superb stuff


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[Frazerbob]

Outstanding and a great interview after the fight. He’d be made welcome at ER.

[hibbysam]

The differences in him now are incredible, great to see him and Josh bounce off each other, and for him to now be on the undercard in Vegas (like Josh was under Frampton) is incredible.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Looks a different fighter.

Stronger, more fluid and considered strikes to head and body. Always enjoyed his fights but he previously had a tendency to smother his work.

Looking the real deal now for sure.

Gutted Vegas isn’t looking like a realistic option as that would be one hell of a trip!

[David_D]

Lawrence Okolie is the new Cruiserweight world champion.

[Lancs Harp]

Lawrence Okolie is the new Cruiserweight world champion.

He's a really good fighter, surely going to move up to heavyweight with his height??

[Speedy]

He's a really good fighter, surely going to move up to heavyweight with his height??

He said last night he wants another belt at Cruiser (ideally against Breidis) before moving up

[Frazerbob]

He's a really good fighter, surely going to move up to heavyweight with his height??

I've not seen last night's fight yet but I find him difficult to watch. Seen him in the flesh a couple of times and several times on telly and his awkward, holding style is no fun.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I've not seen last night's fight yet but I find him difficult to watch. Seen him in the flesh a couple of times and several times on telly and his awkward, holding style is no fun.

That style is long gone, boxes at range behind his jab now. Very dangerous right hand. Mcguigan has done a brilliant job with him.

[Frazerbob]

That style is long gone, boxes at range behind his jab now. Very dangerous right hand. Mcguigan has done a brilliant job with him.

Can’t be that long gone, I’ve seen all of his recent fights until the last two. Delighted to hear he’s developed since then tho. His story is a great one and he’s a likeable guy. Also chuffed for Shane, he’s had a bit of a kick in the last year or so.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Can’t be that long gone, I’ve seen all of his recent fights until the last two. Delighted to hear he’s developed since then tho. His story is a great one and he’s a likeable guy. Also chuffed for Shane, he’s had a bit of a kick in the last year or so.

You could see it was on the way out when he fought Ngabu for the European title on the Taylor v Prograis undercard. Think he had been with Shane for about 6 months at that point.

He’s improved massively since then, and can only see him getting better. Wouldn’t throw him in with Breidis yet though.

[Lancs Harp]

Dillian Whyte takes Povetkin out in four rounds.

[David_D]

Povetkins legs were gone for entire fight. Looked like Bambi on ice.

[Stairway 2 7]

Don't think he would have lasted 12 rounds if he was the only person in the ring, weekend at bernies

[Allant1981]

How many fans were they letting in

[David_D]

How many fans were they letting in

Think I heard them say 502 fans last night.

[Allant1981]

Think I heard them say 502 fans last night.

Ta, seemed more than that

[Frazerbob]

Ta, seemed more than that

All of them have had both vaccines.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Big fight on Saturday on Channel 5, Frampton v Herring for the WBO Super Featherweight world title. Starts 10pm

Tough ask for Carl, tall rangy Southpaw. If he wins, he will become the first ever three weight world champion from the island of Ireland.

[hibbysam]

Huge night for Frampton tonight, he’ll need to get in close early otherwise it’ll be a long night against a man far taller than him.

[Pretty Boy]

Hope Frampton can pull this off but I'm just not sure he's as good as he was.

He needs to find a way inside early doors and try to rough Herring up.

[Mon Dieu4]

Hope Frampton can pull this off but I'm just not sure he's as good as he was.

He needs to find a way inside early doors and try to rough Herring up.

Think that's how it's unfortunately playing out after the first two, Frampton isn't as good as he once was, hopefully he's just starting slow

[lord bunberry]

Frampton is on the back foot, but he’s coming back into it. Just as I say that he goes down.

[Pretty Boy]

This is hard to watch. Herring beating up the ghost of Frampton here.

Edit. Towel in. Hopefully he follows up with his promise to retire. The writing was on the wall after the Warrington fight.

[Mon Dieu4]

That's a sad end to a great career, his punch resistance is gone

[lord bunberry]

The towel comes in at the right time. Sometimes boxers need to be protected from themselves. Frampton has been a brilliant boxer, but it’s time to knock it on the head.

[Mon Dieu4]

I know why he left but he's not been the same fighter since he joined Jamie Moore for me, age and a hard career have caught up as well

[Frazerbob]

Couple of interesting fights on Saturday’s Matchroom card. Kash Farooq will be out to impress and grab some attention back from McGregor and Benn fights are rarely dull.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Finally Fury taking some interest in this fight. Up until this is become convinced he didn’t want it

https://twitter.com/Tyson_Fury/status/1380639646875533312?s=19


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[Frazerbob]

Finally Fury taking some interest in this fight. Up until this is become convinced he didn’t want it

https://twitter.com/Tyson_Fury/status/1380639646875533312?s=19


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I’m bored of the whole thing, they’re in danger of losing the mass interest.

[lord bunberry]

Big fight for Farooq here. Apart from that one loss he’s looked the real deal.

[Mon Dieu4]

Big fight for Farooq here. Apart from that one loss he’s looked the real deal.

I still think he snuck that one by a round or so from memory, would be a different fight now McGregor is living the life

[lord bunberry]

I still think he snuck that one by a round or so from memory, would be a different fight now McGregor is living the life
I remember it being close, but McGregor was the Edinburgh fighter so justice clearly prevailed :wink:

[Mon Dieu4]

I remember it being close, but McGregor was the Edinburgh fighter so justice clearly prevailed :wink:

He's a lovely fighter to watch, good fight this one so far

[lord bunberry]

He's a lovely fighter to watch, good fight this one so far
It was. Farooq boxed well there against a tough opponent.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Been an interesting fight between Courtenay & Bridges. A lot of pre fight talk due to Bridges attire at weigh ins but she’s been impressive. Not as technical as Courtenay but wants to walk forward and is strong.


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[Mon Dieu4]

Been an interesting fight between Courtenay & Bridges. A lot of pre fight talk due to Bridges attire at weigh ins but she’s been impressive. Not as technical as Courtenay but wants to walk forward and is strong.


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Great fight to watch, but they are ranked 8 & 9 with the WBA and its for the title, that's the kinda **** that annoys me about boxing at times

[Mon Dieu4]

Two judges scoring it 98-92 was a bit off, it's becoming habit

[CallumLaidlaw]

Two judges scoring it 98-92 was a bit off, it's becoming habit

The Aussie was never gonna be allowed to beat the Brit in her back yard on points.


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[Mon Dieu4]

The Aussie was never gonna be allowed to beat the Brit in her back yard on points.


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I'm biased as I find Shannon Courtaney really unlikable, I hate the forced inspirational story etc

[CallumLaidlaw]

I'm biased as I find Shannon Courtaney really unlikable, I hate the forced inspirational story etc

Yeah she doesn’t come across well.


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[lord bunberry]

Marshall was impressive there.

[lord bunberry]

This should be a good fight. Vargas has been in with some good fighters, but I like Benn.

[Mon Dieu4]

Ref has jumped in way too early there ffs, well done Benn though

[davy67 +]

I'd barely sat down and it was all over

[lord bunberry]

Ref has jumped in way too early there ffs, well done Benn though
I thought so as well, it’s the first round, give the guy a chance to recover. I understand it when a fighter is taking a beating, but that was premature.

[Lancs Harp]

Impressive tho. Got some tats that lad his body is like an art studio!

[H18 SFR]

Benn was good there.

[lord bunberry]

Love the Benn interviews, the guy has got that desire and ability to back it up. Future superstar of British boxing.

[Mon Dieu4]

I like Benn, he's hard not to like but I'm still unsure how good he is or can be, Khan has a glass jaw so have no interest in that, I'd like to see him fight Avenesyan that beat Josh Kelly for the European then I'd have a better take on where he's at

[lord bunberry]

I can’t see Khan or Brook getting into the ring with Benn, Khan is a bit of a publicity man and to be fair to him he’s never backed down or dodged a fight in his life, but it would be madness for him to take that fight.

[lord bunberry]

I like Benn, he's hard not to like but I'm still unsure how good he is or can be, Khan has a glass jaw so have no interest in that, I'd like to see him fight Avenesyan that beat Josh Kelly for the European then I'd have a better take on where he's at
Eddie Hearn seems keen on that fight.

[Mon Dieu4]

Eddie Hearn seems keen on that fight.

Could be a cracker, hope it happens

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Khan is chinny but I wouldn’t go as far as saying he has a glass jaw.

He got splatted by the best fighter on the planet, (in a division he should never have been campaigning at) and KO’d by the biggest puncher in the division when fighting at his natural weight.

Can’t see Khan taking the fight anyway. Not interested in being a boxer anymore IMO.

Realistically, I’d like to see Benn in with Aveneseyan who beat Josh Kelly last month.

[Allant1981]

Khan is chinny but I wouldn’t go as far as saying he has a glass jaw.

He got splatted by the best fighter on the planet, (in a division he should never have been campaigning at) and KO’d by the biggest puncher in the division when fighting at his natural weight.

Can’t see Khan taking the fight anyway. Not interested in being a boxer anymore IMO.

Realistically, I’d like to see Benn in with Aveneseyan who beat Josh Kelly last month.

I'd prefer to see him fight for the British belt first so ideally a fight with Jenkins will be next

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Think he’s went beyond British level now to be honest. But it wouldn’t surprise me if Hearn is looking to get some more rounds in him before a challenge at a higher level. He barely broke a sweat last night

[Pretty Boy]

I was at a few of Benns early fights on Glasgow and Manchester and have followed his career pretty closely as a result.

He's improved almost beyond all recognition. He always had that KO power but he's carried it up as he has moved through the levels and looks a much tighter fighter now. I love that willingness to learn and improve in any sport.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Really want to see him do well but the Welterweight division is so stacked. Think he might struggle past European level but hope he can continue to improve.

Jaron Ennis for example looked spectacular last night in his win against Lipinets. He’s tapping the door at the Top 10 and looks a much more well rounded fighter than Benn.

[marinello59]

Khan is chinny but I wouldn’t go as far as saying he has a glass jaw.

He got splatted by the best fighter on the planet, (in a division he should never have been campaigning at) and KO’d by the biggest puncher in the division when fighting at his natural weight.

Can’t see Khan taking the fight anyway. Not interested in being a boxer anymore IMO.

Realistically, I’d like to see Benn in with Aveneseyan who beat Josh Kelly last month.

I think Khan’s main weakness was an inability to concentrate and follow instructions from his corner. Even Freddie Roach couldn’t help him with that.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I think Khan’s main weakness was an inability to concentrate and follow instructions from his corner. Even Freddie Roach couldn’t help him with that.

Yeah, that and not staying in the gym between camps towards the end of his career. Virgil Hunter really tore into him for that.

[hibbysam]

I think Khan’s main weakness was an inability to concentrate and follow instructions from his corner. Even Freddie Roach couldn’t help him with that.

Plus the fact he barely fights now. Hasn’t fought for two years and 4 times in 5 years. No idea why anyone would want to go chasing him when he’s not interested in boxing now.

[Pretty Boy]

I couldn't sleep last night so ended up watching the Jake Paul v Ben Askren fight.

It was ugly then it was over. My take away though is that Paul knows how to box and can bang. Askren was never a striker in MMA, he was a grappler and was in there for a quick pay day. They need to stop Paul fighting non boxers though because he has the potentially to seriously hurt someone, it's not a game. If he wants to be a boxer (and he seems willing to put the work in) then he needs to fight other boxers.

[CallumLaidlaw]

I couldn't sleep last night so ended up watching the Jake Paul v Ben Askren fight.

It was ugly then it was over. My take away though is that Paul knows how to box and can bang. Askren was never a striker in MMA, he was a grappler and was in there for a quick pay day. They need to stop Paul fighting non boxers though because he has the potentially to seriously hurt someone, it's not a game. If he wants to be a boxer (and he seems willing to put the work in) then he needs to fight other boxers.

Just finished watching on YouTube just out of intrigue. But embarrassing for Regis Prograis that he’s on the undercard of this freak show.
Paul does need to fight some boxers as I’m desperate for him to get banged out. He’s a horrible character.

Liam Williams put up a decent display against Demetrius Andrade last night. Looked like it was gonna be over in a couple of rounds but Williams gathered himself and gave Andrade a fight. Andrade even had to resort to a lot of holding which the referee should’ve warned him about but never.


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[Allant1981]

I couldn't sleep last night so ended up watching the Jake Paul v Ben Askren fight.

It was ugly then it was over. My take away though is that Paul knows how to box and can bang. Askren was never a striker in MMA, he was a grappler and was in there for a quick pay day. They need to stop Paul fighting non boxers though because he has the potentially to seriously hurt someone, it's not a game. If he wants to be a boxer (and he seems willing to put the work in) then he needs to fight other boxers.

Not so sure he can bang, a half decent boxer wouldn't have went down with that punch in my opinion, looks good against the 3 guys he has fought though ill give you that, I honestly think a top amateur would beat him

[nellio]

Just finished watching on YouTube just out of intrigue. But embarrassing for Regis Prograis that he’s on the undercard of this freak show.
Paul does need to fight some boxers as I’m desperate for him to get banged out. He’s a horrible character.

Liam Williams put up a decent display against Demetrius Andrade last night. Looked like it was gonna be over in a couple of rounds but Williams gathered himself and gave Andrade a fight. Andrade even had to resort to a lot of holding which the referee should’ve warned him about but never.


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I've watched a fair few of Liam williams fights over the years. A very hard bloke! Can certainly take a punch but probably doesn't have the technical ability to make it to elite level.

[nellio]

Not so sure he can bang, a half decent boxer wouldn't have went down with that punch in my opinion, looks good against the 3 guys he has fought though ill give you that, I honestly think a top amateur would beat him

There lies the intrigue.

Until he fights a legit professional boxer we're not going to know. In his post fight interview Paul is going on asking how many times he has to prove himself.

Well Jake, people are always going to question you until you step up a proper pro and have a proper boxing match.

[Mon Dieu4]

Just finished watching on YouTube just out of intrigue. But embarrassing for Regis Prograis that he’s on the undercard of this freak show.
Paul does need to fight some boxers as I’m desperate for him to get banged out. He’s a horrible character.

Liam Williams put up a decent display against Demetrius Andrade last night. Looked like it was gonna be over in a couple of rounds but Williams gathered himself and gave Andrade a fight. Andrade even had to resort to a lot of holding which the referee should’ve warned him about but never.


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Prograis got £850k as a base salary for the fight which was the highest on the card excluding what Paul would have got for PPV on top of his, was probably watched by more people than his previous fights as well, I don't like it one bit but can certainly see why he did it

[Frazerbob]

Fantastic new Lennox Lewis film available on Sky Documentaries. What an absolute legend the guy is. Exactly how a world champion should conduct himself. For me, he’s the GOAT of my time. Privileged to have been at Cardiff Arms Park in the pudding rain for the Bruno fight (and Calzage’s debut).

[Lancs Harp]

World title fight at featherweight Edwards v Mthalane developing into a good fight. Edwards started well. Mthalane is a good well proven champ though.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

World title fight at featherweight Edwards v Mthalane developing into a good fight. Edwards started well. Mthalane is a good well proven champ though.

If Edwards can continue boxing on the back foot at this pace for 12 he deserves the win.

Mthalane needs to hurt him, soon.

[Lancs Harp]

If Edwards can continue boxing on the back foot at this pace for 12 he deserves the win.

Mthalane needs to hurt him, soon.

Think Mthalane needs to knock Edwards out. he's more than capable but Edwards has done really really well so far.

[Lancs Harp]

Well done Sunny Edwards, he must have won that. Great performance against a very good champion.

[Mon Dieu4]

Pretty much a masterclass from Edwards, great performance there

[Pretty Boy]

Taylor v Jonas has been a cracker.

I'd watch them do this again whoever wins it.

[Pretty Boy]

Taylor takes it. The right decision. Just.

Thought Campbell Hatton looked much improved from his debut earlier. Much cleaner and more measured. Still guilty of jumping in a bit and got caught a couple of times but that will come.

Chisora v Parker up next. Could be the last time we see Chisora. I've always liked him so hope he shows up and if he does go out it's with a bang.

[Mon Dieu4]

That was an absolute cracker, I want to see a rematch of that for sure

[Pretty Boy]

What a start from Chisora. Knockdown in the 1st 10 seconds.

[Mon Dieu4]

This could really take off soon

[lord bunberry]

Parker is a ****ing pussy, he’s by a far way the best boxer here, but yet again he’s failing to show what he’s got.

[Pretty Boy]

I've enjoyed this.

Chisora isn't subtle but he's entertaining. Parker is by far the better boxer technically but he doesn't seem to know how to or rather doesn't want to deal with Chisora style.

[Mon Dieu4]

I've enjoyed this.

Chisora isn't subtle but he's entertaining. Parker is by far the better boxer technically but he doesn't seem to know how to or rather doesn't want to deal with Chisora style.

He was the same with Whyte, he can't handle someone rough and rugged, he seems gun-shy since his losses too

Can still see him winning this late though

[lord bunberry]

Parker is controlling this fight, I just wish he’d take the next step and knock chisora out.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Parker is controlling this fight, I just wish he’d take the next step and knock chisora out.

He just seems too nice. Think he’s done enough but I don’t think he’s quite world level for that reason.


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[Pretty Boy]

Why is Parker not finishing that with a minute to go? Chisora is rocking on the ropes and Parker walks away.

[lord bunberry]

He just seems too nice. Think he’s done enough but I don’t think he’s quite world level for that reason.


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Absolutely, he lacks that killer instinct. He’s a wide margin winner here, but yet again he’s failed to deliver.

[Tobias Funke]

Parker v Usyk would be an interesting fight. I’d be backing Usyk, too slick and skilful.

[lord bunberry]

Another shocking decision, how that can be a split decision is beyond me. The right result in the end though.

[Lancs Harp]

Absolutely, he lacks that killer instinct. He’s a wide margin winner here, but yet again he’s failed to deliver.

He wasnt a wide margin winner at all. A worthy winner sure, good fight Chisora is always good entertainment just that level below the top table. Parker is at the top table but a poorer member of it. He's decent but not top drawer.

[Pretty Boy]

116-111 is just wrong when you consider the knockdown. 3 rounds for Chisora? 115-113 is a fairer representation of that fight and would have been an accurate UD. Chisora could make a legitimate claim for the bulk of the 1st 5 or 6 plus the knockdown. Parker controlled from there on but winning 9 rounds? Not having that. Equally I'm not having the one card for Chisora either, he didn't win the fight.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Another shocking decision, how that can be a split decision is beyond me. The right result in the end though.

Not sure. Parker won marginally for me.


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[CallumLaidlaw]

Chisora wants a rematch on the AJ Fury Undercard. Yes please.


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[David_D]

I had Parker winning 7 rounds to 5. No idea where 116-111 came from.

[Pretty Boy]

Predictions for tonight/tomorrow morning?

I'm going for something similar to the Alvarez v Khan fight. Saunders slickness and ability to box off the back foot will trouble Canelo at 1st and he may well win a few of the early rounds. At his most focused and best Saunders is a brilliant boxer. As the fight goes on Alvarez will start to cut off the ring, start to close the gap and take control.

Canelo by late stoppage or convincing points. Saunders biggest problem is he has to land a KO, no way is he winning on points, and I'm not sure he has the power nor does Alvarez have a vulnerable chin.

[Jakhog1]

Predictions for tonight/tomorrow morning?

I'm going for something similar to the Alvarez v Khan fight. Saunders slickness and ability to box off the back foot will trouble Canelo at 1st and he may well win a few of the early rounds. At his most focused and best Saunders is a brilliant boxer. As the fight goes on Alvarez will start to cut off the ring, start to close the gap and take control.

Canelo by late stoppage or convincing points. Saunders biggest problem is he has to land a KO, no way is he winning on points, and I'm not sure he has the power nor does Alvarez have a vulnerable chin.

Good analysis of how I can see the fight going, no way is BJS knocking him out.
Usually I would be rooting for the British boxer but he is someone who I cannot stand, despicable human being and hope he gets folded early doors

[Mon Dieu4]

Predictions for tonight/tomorrow morning?

I'm going for something similar to the Alvarez v Khan fight. Saunders slickness and ability to box off the back foot will trouble Canelo at 1st and he may well win a few of the early rounds. At his most focused and best Saunders is a brilliant boxer. As the fight goes on Alvarez will start to cut off the ring, start to close the gap and take control.

Canelo by late stoppage or convincing points. Saunders biggest problem is he has to land a KO, no way is he winning on points, and I'm not sure he has the power nor does Alvarez have a vulnerable chin.

Pretty much it, Saunders is a really clever fighter but so is Canelo who seems to keep getting better, can't see anything other than a Canelo win

[silverhibee]

Time does main event start at roughly :aok:

[Mon Dieu4]

Time does main event start at roughly :aok:

4am for the main event bud

[silverhibee]

4am for the main event bud

Could be struggling for that but will give it a bash. :thumbsup:

[Mon Dieu4]

Went pretty much as expected, I had it about level, Canelo is very heavy handed, destroyed BJS eye with one punch basically and game over

[Pretty Boy]

Didn't really go as I expected but I though Saunders performed reasonably well. He was certainly growing into it a bit before that finish. Canelo is a monster though, he saw Saunders ducking punches and started hammering home those brutal uppercut, as soon as one landed it was always going to cause trouble.

Saunders corner done the right thing, if they hadn't pulled him out the ref or doctor would have had to. His eye was horrific.

[Hibby70]

Anyone know what time Josh Taylor is fighting on 22nd. Mind you probably be too drunk to stay up/care hopefully!

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Anyone know what time Josh Taylor is fighting on 22nd. Mind you probably be too drunk to stay up/care hopefully!

Will most likely be a late one, 3-4am...it’s been picked up by Fite TV - not your usual BtSport of Sky which is quite disappointing. Think it’ll be £10 PPV.

[Frazerbob]

Will most likely be a late one, 3-4am...it’s been picked up by Fite TV - not your usual BtSport of Sky which is quite disappointing. Think it’ll be £10 PPV.

That is disappointing. Josh really needs to bite the bullet and sign up with Fast Eddie. His talents are not getting the mainstream credit they deserve.

[Mon Dieu4]

That is disappointing. Josh really needs to bite the bullet and sign up with Fast Eddie. His talents are not getting the mainstream credit they deserve.

Wouldn't be surprised to see it happen sooner rather than later, after the Prograis fight Hearn pushed pretty hard to try and sign him and JT gets on with him, but the ease of making the Ramirez fight and the fact they had Crawford is what made him go with Top Rank eventually

[Hibby70]

Will most likely be a late one, 3-4am...it’s been picked up by Fite TV - not your usual BtSport of Sky which is quite disappointing. Think it’ll be £10 PPV.

I read that as Fife Tv initially. 😂

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Wouldn't be surprised to see it happen sooner rather than later, after the Prograis fight Hearn pushed pretty hard to try and sign him and JT gets on with him, but the ease of making the Ramirez fight and the fact they had Crawford is what made him go with Top Rank eventually

The issue there is that Hearn doesn’t have access to any of the elite Welterweights. With Crawford rumoured to be leaving Top Rank in October, I wonder if Josh will follow him to PBC / Al Haymon.

Plenty cash to be made there if so...(Mikey Garcia, Porter, Spence, Thurman, Danny Garcia...)

[Mon Dieu4]

The issue there is that Hearn doesn’t have access to any of the elite Welterweights. With Crawford rumoured to be leaving Top Rank in October, I wonder if Josh will follow him to PBC / Al Haymon.

Plenty cash to be made there if so...(Mikey Garcia, Porter, Spence, Thurman, Danny Garcia...)

With Hearn about to announce he is leaving Sky for Dazn then he is going to have silly money to throw about, great position to be in but JT has always maintained he wants belts and the biggest fights possible then to get out, it's anyone's guess just now

[MagicSwirlingShip]

With Hearn about to announce he is leaving Sky for Dazn then he is going to have silly money to throw about, great position to be in but JT has always maintained he wants belts and the biggest fights possible then to get out, it's anyone's guess just now

True, but he’s not been able to tempt any of the Haymon lot with DAZN $$$ yet...

Either way, win this one and there’s some massive nights ahead for The Tartan Tornado. Just gotta hope for an Edinburgh Castle or Easter Road fight !

[Since90+2]

Although Josh is fighting on Fite TV in the UK he signed with Top Rank in the US and fighting on ESPN.

He might not be getting the same exposure in the UK but I suspect he is probably earning more with Top Rank than he would be with anyone else.

[nellio]

With Hearn about to announce he is leaving Sky for Dazn then he is going to have silly money to throw about, great position to be in but JT has always maintained he wants belts and the biggest fights possible then to get out, it's anyone's guess just now

That will be interesting. DAZN UK is only 1.99 a month a the moment but that will go up significantly I would imagine.

[Frazerbob]

Although Josh is fighting on Fite TV in the UK he signed with Top Rank in the US and fighting on ESPN.

He might not be getting the same exposure in the UK but I suspect he is probably earning more with Top Rank than he would be with anyone else.

Do BT Sport not usually show ESPN fights?

[Since90+2]

Do BT Sport not usually show ESPN fights?

Only on a fight by fight basis. I don't think there's a set agreement between them.

It's pretty disappointing that a fight were a UK fighter can become an undisputed 4 belt world champion is not on a mainstream TV channel.

I'd normally get up and watch this and buy the PPV if need be but it's not quite the same sitting watching it in a laptop.

[Frazerbob]

Only on a fight by fight basis. I don't think there's a set agreement between them.

It's pretty disappointing that a fight were a UK fighter can become an undisputed 4 belt world champion is not on a mainstream TV channel.

I'd normally get up and watch this and buy the PPV if need be but it's not quite the same sitting watching it in a laptop.

Agreed. Surprised BT haven’t picked it up. JT should be a huge household name by now. Boxers with half his talent who are signed to Matchroom are living the celebrity life.

Thankfully it’ll be on IPTV so will get it on the big telly. Not sure what Nick I’ll be in though 🤣

[Mon Dieu4]

I have two theories in mind, theory one is I behave and pace myself through out the day and I'm in perfect working order for the fight, unlikely as it will be my first time seeing all my pals at once since Feb last year

Theory two is that because I've not been drinking recently that I'm home wrecked at a reasonable time that will give me a sufficient sleep to wake up and watch it

We shall see, wish I was grown up enough not to drink at all

[MagicSwirlingShip]

I have two theories in mind, theory one is I behave and pace myself through out the day and I'm in perfect working order for the fight, unlikely as it will be my first time seeing all my pals at once since Feb last year

Theory two is that because I've not been drinking recently that I'm home wrecked at a reasonable time that will give me a sufficient sleep to wake up and watch it

We shall see, wish I was grown up enough not to drink at all

If Hibs win the cup I’ll be partying until the next morning anyway 🎉

[Scouse Hibee]

Only on a fight by fight basis. I don't think there's a set agreement between them.

It's pretty disappointing that a fight were a UK fighter can become an undisputed 4 belt world champion is not on a mainstream TV channel.

I'd normally get up and watch this and buy the PPV if need be but it's not quite the same sitting watching it in a laptop.

HDMI cable to your TV.

[Mon Dieu4]

JT switched on his radge setting in the face off, game on now:fuming:

Really really can't wait for this

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Interview / feature with ESPN is on Josh’s instagram.

Superb stuff we really should be getting from a U.K. station.

Not been this buzzing for a fight since Taylor v Prograis. Kaman the Tartan Tornado!

[Frazerbob]

JT switched on his radge setting in the face off, game on now:fuming:

Really really can't wait for this

Haha aye he’s in full radge mode now.

[nellio]

Looks like Fury Joshua is off.

Fury being ordered to fight Wilder for a third time. Not sure what Joshua is going to do now? usyk?

[Pretty Boy]

The Taylor Ramirez fight should be the talk of the world. It's a huge fight and whoever wins will achieve something that hardly ever happens in boxing.

The fact it's not been picked up by a major UK TV station is bizarre.

[Speedy]

The Taylor Ramirez fight should be the talk of the world. It's a huge fight and whoever wins will achieve something that hardly ever happens in boxing.

The fact it's not been picked up by a major UK TV station is bizarre.

Without getting into a nationalism debate, there's no doubt in my mind he'd get more recognition if he was English.

Hardly known down there.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

He’s had the choice of going with Sky / Hearn twice. First when turning over, then after leaving Cyclone.

There’s an argument to be made he would be less known if he joined Sky when turning Pro, and wouldn’t be fighting for the four belts if he had joined them after the Prograis fight.

[Jones28]

Jeez I didn’t realise what time it was to start at, Talksport saying 1:30 am start - is that the undercard or the rough time of the main event?

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Jeez I didn’t realise what time it was to start at, Talksport saying 1:30 am start - is that the undercard or the rough time of the main event?

Main event closer to 4am

[Mon Dieu4]

Weight made by both fighters, let's go

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Skirmish after the weigh in at the Hotel lobby waiting for the lifts, with Josh and the crew being piled in by security after Josh pushed Ramirez.

HYPED!

[Jones28]

Main event closer to 4am

Pffft, no danger.

Maybe

[Mon Dieu4]

Skirmish after the weigh in at the Hotel lobby waiting for the lifts, with Josh and the crew being piled in by security after Josh pushed Ramirez.

HYPED!

One of my best pals is with him, he probably started it knowing him

[Frazerbob]

Seen a few clips of the rammy. Canny take them anywhere 🤣

[camthebam]

The Taylor Ramirez fight should be the talk of the world. It's a huge fight and whoever wins will achieve something that hardly ever happens in boxing.

The fact it's not been picked up by a major UK TV station is bizarre.

Should have been hyped as one of the most important British fights in years. Quite simply, it is. If not decades.

I honestly don’t know what boxing politics is affecting it. Bizarre indeed.

FITE TV app downloaded to my Firestick though. There are a few scenarios I’m conscious for it and it’s just a click away. Very much Hibs dependant though, lol.

[camthebam]

Should have been hyped as one of the most important British fights in years. Quite simply, it is. If not decades.

I honestly don’t know what boxing politics is affecting it. Bizarre indeed.

FITE TV app downloaded to my Firestick though. There are a few scenarios I’m conscious for it and it’s just a click away. Very much Hibs dependant though, lol.

Arum vs Hearn bitch fight I guess.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

One of my best pals is with him, he probably started it knowing him

Trip of a lifetime for the Pans boys. Hope they can get Strongbow in Vegas 😂 Kaman the Tornado

[matty_f]

What time is the Taylor fight on?

[Helensburghhibs]

Ring walks now expected around 2am rather than 4 according to joshs camp

[matty_f]

Ring walks now expected around 2am rather than 4 according to joshs camp

That’s better. Might sit up for it then.

[cabbageandribs1875]

here we go


3 rounds in and i'll be majorly surprised if this goes the distance



great uppercut has ramirez down again, if only more time left after that 2nd one

[I'm_cabbaged]

What channel is it on?

[cabbageandribs1875]

What channel is it on?

it's finished, wasn't picked up by any British channel

[Mon Dieu4]

Great performance by JT, unlucky not to get a stoppage since the ref gave Ramirez 12 years to recover after both knockdowns and scorecards were tighter than they should have been but job done, next :greengrin

[I'm_cabbaged]

it's finished, wasn't picked up by any British channel

Aye I know, been scanning all the stations on my box. Se my alarm for 3.50 as well. Oh well, back to my cot

[cabbageandribs1875]

BBC Radio very critical of Bayless, he gave Ramirez more than plenty time after the knockdown, even after he got back up, they think if he wasn't a two-time world champion he would have raised Taylor's hand there and then

[cabbageandribs1875]

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[Pretty Boy]

Fell asleep last night but watched this morning without knowing the result. What a fight. Thought JT was in trouble early doors as he struggled with the speed and movement of Ramirez but he came on strong and after the 2 knockdowns it was all about seeing it home.

An unbelievable achievement that is all the more remarkable considering how quickly it has come about. It might be a wee bit down the line but I'd love to see Taylor v Crawford at 147.

[scoopyboy]

Fell asleep last night but watched this morning without knowing the result. What a fight. Thought JT was in trouble early doors as he struggled with the speed and movement of Ramirez but he came on strong and after the 2 knockdowns it was all about seeing it home.

An unbelievable achievement that is all the more remarkable considering how quickly it has come about. It might be a wee bit down the line but I'd love to see Taylor v Crawford at 147.

The two knockdowns came at a perfect time, and eventually won him the contest.

[sleeping giant]

What's with the refs making it all about them ?
Ref was a pain in the arse last night.
He nearly got punched at one point as he was so eager to jump in.
Is inside boxing not allowed anymore ?

Well done Josh. Great fight and managed it well.
I dont think he was in any trouble at all during the fight.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Hope he gets a welcome befitting of the worlds best when he touches back down in Edinburgh.

King Ken never 😢

[Mon Dieu4]

That's Hearn now announced the DAZN link up, matchroom leaving Sky and starts the 1st of July

[David_D]

Wonder how much DAZN will cost now. Can’t see them leaving it at £1.99

[Mon Dieu4]

Wonder how much DAZN will cost now. Can’t see them leaving it at £1.99

In the state's it's about $10 a month or $100 annually

I'd be cool with them doing £10 and £100 over here, still drastically cheaper than Sky

[blackpoolhibs]

Floyd Mayweather fighting on sunday against a youtuber whatever that is?


Just seen an interview with him, and he's taking this as a joke fight, saying his career was the mashed potatoes, and this is the grave.

He's already earned £30m for this fight, who the **** is buying this tripe?:confused:

[The_Exile]

That's Hearn now announced the DAZN link up, matchroom leaving Sky and starts the 1st of July

I think Sky are ****ed now. They will lose the football to Amazon and then that’s them done. Nobody wants to watch content the way they deliver and charge for it anymore.

[Future17]

Floyd Mayweather fighting on sunday against a youtuber whatever that is?


Just seen an interview with him, and he's taking this as a joke fight, saying his career was the mashed potatoes, and this is the grave.

He's already earned £30m for this fight, who the **** is buying this tripe?:confused:

Jeezo, I hope not. :wink:

[blackpoolhibs]

Jeezo, I hope not. :wink:
:faf:

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Floyd Mayweather fighting on sunday against a youtuber whatever that is?


Just seen an interview with him, and he's taking this as a joke fight, saying his career was the mashed potatoes, and this is the grave.

He's already earned £30m for this fight, who the **** is buying this tripe?:confused:

Logan Paul v KSI done over 1million PPV buys. There’s a market for it

[blackpoolhibs]

Logan Paul v KSI done over 1million PPV buys. There’s a market for it

Why though, i've never heard of either of them, i have no idea what they do? :confused:

[Pretty Boy]

Let's be honest Floyd Mayweather has made hundreds of millions of dollars from haters paying hoping to watch him lose. The longer it went that he didn't the more people paid just in case.

Now he's 'fighting' a guy who will bring hundreds of thousands of YouTube fans to the party along with a few boxing fans this time wanting Floyd to win. I think he referred to it as legalised robbery and he's right.

I won't be paying for it but if I'm awake, and at 4am I invariably am albeit for different reasons than those of 15 years ago, then I'll probably find a stream to watch it.

[Speedy]

Why though, i've never heard of either of them, i have no idea what they do? :confused:

23 million people follow him on youtube.

He's basically a guy off the telly.

[AliboyFC]

Why though, i've never heard of either of them, i have no idea what they do? :confused:

They are massive youtube entertainers.

[CloudSquall]

They are massive youtube entertainers.

"Entertainment" including a trip to a forest in Japan which is notorious for suicides, filming a suicide victim's body while taking the piss, and then uploading the "content" to YouTube.

In other words, total ****s.

[JohnM1875]

Let's be honest Floyd Mayweather has made hundreds of millions of dollars from haters paying hoping to watch him lose. The longer it went that he didn't the more people paid just in case.

Now he's 'fighting' a guy who will bring hundreds of thousands of YouTube fans to the party along with a few boxing fans this time wanting Floyd to win. I think he referred to it as legalised robbery and he's right.

I won't be paying for it but if I'm awake, and at 4am I invariably am albeit for different reasons than those of 15 years ago, then I'll probably find a stream to watch it.

I'm praying for a Rocky 2 moment but they both actually knock each other out.

Two absolute bellends. Two rich ones at that mind you, but can't stand either of them.

[AliboyFC]

"Entertainment" including a trip to a forest in Japan which is notorious for suicides, filming a suicide victim's body while taking the piss, and then uploading the "content" to YouTube.

In other words, total ****s.

That was a dickhead move. He has changed a lot eversince then atleast.

[calumhibee1]

Was awake at 4am and found a stream. Awful fight, glad I never paid for it.

One thing i did notice was I’d looked at the odds out of interest. William Hill only seemed to have a market for an outright winner, no option for a draw. Wouldn’t be surprised if the whole thing was fixed and heavily financed by bookies who knew they wouldn’t be paying out a penny.

Safe to say LP won’t be going anywhere in the sport though if he couldn’t land anything on a 44 year old who hadn’t fought a boxer in 6 years that he had 35lbs on. May weather tried to respectfully allude to as much afterwards.

[AliboyFC]

Was awake at 4am and found a stream. Awful fight, glad I never paid for it.

One thing i did notice was I’d looked at the odds out of interest. William Hill only seemed to have a market for an outright winner, no option for a draw. Wouldn’t be surprised if the whole thing was fixed and heavily financed by bookies who knew they wouldn’t be paying out a penny.

Safe to say LP won’t be going anywhere in the sport though if he couldn’t land anything on a 44 year old who hadn’t fought a boxer in 6 years that he had 35lbs on. May weather tried to respectfully allude to as much afterwards.

Yep it was *****. Didn't pay for it also.

[AliboyFC]

Was awake at 4am and found a stream. Awful fight, glad I never paid for it.

One thing i did notice was I’d looked at the odds out of interest. William Hill only seemed to have a market for an outright winner, no option for a draw. Wouldn’t be surprised if the whole thing was fixed and heavily financed by bookies who knew they wouldn’t be paying out a penny.

Safe to say LP won’t be going anywhere in the sport though if he couldn’t land anything on a 44 year old who hadn’t fought a boxer in 6 years that he had 35lbs on. May weather tried to respectfully allude to as much afterwards.

To be honest LP has pretty much just started and FM is one of the best boxers there has been.

[Pretty Boy]

I just watched it on YouTube out of morbid curiousity. It was ridiculous. Paul windmilling like a 5 year old presented with a punchbag at the end of the 1st round, Mayweather barely threw a punch of note in the 1st 3 rounds and Paul could hardly breathe by the end of the 4th he was so gassed.

The whole thing was a pantomime scripted to set up a fight with the brother later in the year.

I loved Mayweather as a boxer and would argue for him as the best of his generation and an all time great until I was blue in the face but this stuff is farcical. I know it's all about making money and playing the villain and whatever else but someone at some point is going to get seriously hurt with this influencers fighting trend and it doesn't need real boxers helping to potentially legitimise it.

[Calmbegbie]

Wonder who Taylor will face next. Now he is unified champion, will be step up a division? I suppose the problem with achieving such an amazing feat in unifying the division is, where does he go next?

[Speedy]

Wonder who Taylor will face next. Now he is unified champion, will be step up a division? I suppose the problem with achieving such an amazing feat in unifying the division is, where does he go next?

I suspect a homecoming (at the Castle) v Catterall to defend the titles.

Then a step up to Welter.

[Frazerbob]

Lee McGregor off to Kazakhstan fir his next fight.

[Calmbegbie]

I think Sky are ****ed now. They will lose the football to Amazon and then that’s them done. Nobody wants to watch content the way they deliver and charge for it anymore.

I would sincerely love it if the SKY bubble burst

[Mon Dieu4]

Mental end to Ritson V Ponce, Ritsons corner throws the towel in and Steve Gray the ref throws it back out

[CallumLaidlaw]

Mental end to Ritson V Ponce, Ritsons corner throws the towel in and Steve Gray the ref throws it back out

Absolutely bizarre from the ref.


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