BOXING

Top 12 All-Time Great Boxing Rivalries PART 1

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3 years ago

February 1, 2022

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The best boxing rivalries are more than just a series of high-octane bouts. Great
rivalries are stories, compelling narratives that captivate legions of fans and leave
their imprint on the sport\’s history. The most important and exciting rivalries are
ranked here based on the following criteria: at least three bouts; serious impact
and relevance; excellent action and dramatic fights; and involving truly
outstanding pugilists. There\’s no shortage of possibilities, as our large Honorable
Mentions list attests, but these are our recommendations for the most
meaningful, historic, and entertaining rivalry of all time. Check them out, and then
start debating.

Ted \”Kid\” Lewis vs. Jack Britton: It may sound strange, but too much of a
good thing prohibits Britton vs. Lewis from scoring higher here. There\’s little
doubt that Britton and Lewis are two of the greatest fighters of all time, and six of
their nineteen bouts (yes, nineteen) were for the world title. However, after they
were matched four times in 36 days in 1917, a Britton vs Lewis fight must have
developed into a doubtful affair. The possibility that at least some of the
encounters were staged grew to the point where Britton\’s manager, \”Dumb\” Dan
Morgan, openly stated that no two Irishmen (himself and Britton) could ever trust
an Englishman.
There\’s also the fact that more than half of the fights were \”no decision\” fights,
with some going only six or eight rounds and others skipping the weigh-in
entirely. Clearly, Lewis vs Britton is a historically significant rivalry with nineteen
matches between two all-time greats, but the best duos offer more than just
plenitude.
Baby Arizmendi vs. Henry Armstrong: Alberto \”Baby\” Arizmendi is an
underestimated pugilist as well as one of Mexico\’s best fighters. There\’s also little
doubt that his series with renowned triple-crown champion Henry Armstrong, one
of the finest fighters who has ever lived, pound-for-pound, is the pinnacle of a
remarkable career that included fights with Tony Canzoneri, Chalky Wright, Lou
Ambers, and Freddie Miller.
Both were fearless brawlers known for their all-action tactics, and they fought five
times, all at different weight classes, the first two in Mexico City at featherweight
and the last three in Los Angeles. In their final fight, Arizmendi followed
Armstrong as he went up in weight and fought Henry for the welterweight title.
Despite hurting his right wrist in the second round, Baby\’s first duel was a big
success for him, as he soundly defeated \”Hammerin\’ Hank.\” He duplicated the
feat a year later, but in the following three battles, despite intense toe-to-toe
combat, the great Armstrong was able to impose his will and win with plenty of
room to spare.
Cocoa Kid vs. Holman Williams: Two rivalries on this list highlight the
unfortunate fact that some of boxing\’s best competitors were denied opportunities
they otherwise deserved due to their race. In the 1940s and 1950s, such

unfairness had a significant impact on members of the famed \”Murderers\’ Row\”
group, forcing such elite talents as Lloyd Marshall, Charley Burley, Herbert
Hardwick (aka \”Cocoa Kid\”), Holman Williams, and Eddie Booker to face each
other on a regular basis.
Hardwick and Williams, two excellent fighters willing to fight anyone in the
welterweight and middleweight divisions and who fought thirteen times, had
arguably the most significant rivalry among them. Both were considered among
the finest in the world, but neither was ever given the opportunity to compete for
a world championship. Instead, they delivered spectators an incredible series,
with Cocoa Kid winning eight of the games and Holman Williams winning three
and drawing two.

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Crawford to retire soon – Eddie Hearns

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3 months ago

August 30, 2024

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Canelo Alvarez ex-promoter Eddie Hearns predicts that Terrence Crawford will retire after his victory vs Israil Madrimov last August 3, 2024 in Los Angeles.

Crawford is now the 4-division champ after winning by unanimous decision.

However, Hearns said that three fighters are a must fight against Crawford before hanging his gloves – Vergil Ortiz, Jaron Ennis, and Canelo.

“I don’t think Crawford wants a Boots fight. I don’t think Crawford will fight again unless he fights Canelo Alvarez because he’s got money, he’s getting on [in age],” Hearns revealed.

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He added that Crawford ducks Ortiz. He also mocked him for getting lucky with the scoring for his fight against Madrimov.

Hearns underscored that 36 year old Crawford is craving for mega-money, mega-fights, and real legacy fights that is why he does not like to fight the undefeated Ennis. He furthered that 27 year old Ennis is like the young Crawford version that is why he is skipping him.

Meanwhile, Crawford still hates Ennis because he is overrated.

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Jaron “Boots” Ennis the future of boxing

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3 months ago

August 30, 2024

PONCIANO

Jaron “Boots” Ennis the future of boxing

Three welterweight champs are on queue against IBF belt holder Jaron “Boots” Ennis (32 – 0) : Brian Norman Jr WBO; Mario Barrios WBC; and Eimantas Stanionis WBA for his undisputed title dream,

Ennis’ promoter Eddie Hearns said that 27-year old Ennis is the future of boxing as he beats everyone. He added that Boots is a special fighter that needs to be tested against the best in the world.

However, boxing experts suggested Ennis to move up to 154 and target Terence Crawford, Sebastian Fundora, Errol Spence, Tim Tszyu, Vergil Ortiz Jr, Israil Madrimov, Serhii Bohachuk, and Erickson Lubin.

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Usyk wishes Crawford to beat Canelo

Published

4 months ago

August 2, 2024

PONCIANO

Super-welterweight Terrence Crawford is set to fight Israil Madrimov – WBA and WBO interim World Super-Welterweight champ on August 3, 2024 in BMO Stadium – a Soccer-specific stadium in Los Angeles, California.

Crawford will move up to 154 pounds to clash Madrimov for his WBA junior middleweight title. This is halfway to Canelo Alvarez – the super middleweight undisputed champ of the world.

However, undisputed heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk wants to see Crawford beating Canelo. It can be recalled that Usyk smashed Tyson Fury just recently.

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