Nigel Benn vs Chris Eubank: The Derby of Discord
Certain rivalries are destined to leave a profound mark on a sporting era. The clash between British boxers Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank captivated an entire nation, though not necessarily…
Lennox Lewis vs David Tua: The English Lion’s Perfect Fight
One of the bouts that best showcased the talent and class of the legendary Lennox Lewis was his domination over the fearsome Samoan puncher David Tua, who lost by unanimous…
Protected or Invincible? 10 World Champions Who Retired Undefeated
Keeping an unblemished record over time is no easy feat, especially for a world champion, who must face fierce challengers willing to do anything to strip them of their title.…
Evander Holyfield vs Riddick Bowe: a Magnificent Trilogy
Today marks the anniversary of the final chapter in one of heavyweight boxing’s most thrilling trilogies. On November 4, 1995, Evander “The Real Deal” Holyfield and Riddick “Big Daddy” Bowe…
Interview with Emiliano Marsili, the Eternal Boy from Civitavecchia
Some boxers are stronger than the passage of time, able to freeze it like magicians, staying incredibly competitive despite their age. To achieve this, you need a willingness to sacrifice…
Sandro Mazzinghi: Remembering an Indomitable Italian Warrior
“It’s not strength to never fall, but to rise again after every fall.” A phrase often heard, sometimes referring to boxing, sometimes to life itself. Many champions, both past and…
“Thrilla in Manila”: All the Thrills of the Third Fight Between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier
Among the great trilogies in boxing history, the one between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier undoubtedly holds a prominent place. These two heavyweight legends battled for an astonishing total of…
Getting up at least three times and… winning! 10 incredibly overturned fights
Getting knocked down and getting back in the fight is no easy feat: the crowd is deafening, your game plan is thrown out the window, and your opponent is aggressively…
The Triumph of Michael Spinks Over Larry Holmes Amidst General Astonishment
There is a legend in the boxing world that a curse hangs over any heavyweight who comes close to surpassing the historic record of the phenomenal Rocky Marciano, who won…
A boxer’s heart will never stop beating…
Taking the first step is difficult. Finding the right courage to try something new is always challenging. And if it’s a sport as tough and demanding as boxing, it can…