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Vitali Klitschko Turns 53: The Brutal Strength of Dr. Ironfist!
On July 19, 1971, a Ukrainian boy destined to become a colossus of brutal strength was born: the inimitable Vitali Klitschko. Trained in kickboxing and initially overshadowed by his more…
Bernard Hopkins vs Jermain Taylor 1: The End of the Executioner’s Reign
Even the longest and most glorious reigns in boxing history eventually come to an end. Sometimes it’s the champion who steps aside, sensing an imminent decline; more often, a young…
Humberto Gonzalez vs Saman Sorjaturong: The Last War of “Chiquita”
Some people follow only the heavy categories in international boxing, showing little interest in the “little guys.” However, the lighter divisions have often delivered unmatched levels of excitement. Those who…
Saad Muhammad vs Lopez 2: a Thrilling Comeback
At the end of each year, the prestigious American magazine The Ring awards the most spectacular fight of the last twelve months with the Fight of the Year recognition. Fortyfour…
Joel Casamayor: A Champion with Prodigious Technique
On July 12, 1971, one of the many exquisite talents that the island of Cuba has given to the world of boxing in the last century was born in Guantanamo:…
Robinson vs Turpin 1: Even the Gods Can Fall
One of the aspects that makes boxing particularly fascinating is its unpredictability. You can be the greatest champion, blessed with talent, praised by experts, but if you don’t step into…
The Fight of Racial Tensions: Jack Johnson vs. James J. Jeffries
The historic fight on July 4, 1910, between Jack Johnson, the first Black heavyweight champion of the world, and James J. Jeffries, the former white champion who came out of…
David vs. Goliath: When Jack Dempsey Overwhelmed Jess Willard
On July 4, 1919, exactly 105 years ago, the legendary heavyweight puncher Jack Dempsey became world champion by defeating the gigantic Jess Willard in a fight that was as brief…
Wladimir Klitschko vs David Haye: The Domination of the Ukrainian Giant
It’s been exactly 13 years since one of the most majestic and significant performances of Wladimir Klitschko’s long reign. On July 2, 2011, the Ukrainian giant displayed an authentic domination…
“Iron” Mike Tyson, the most spectacular heavyweight of all time, turns 58!
Today is the 58th birthday of one of the most beloved boxers of all time, the legendary ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson, who with his spectacular knockouts, unmatched competitive ferocity, and unique…