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May 13, 2002
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the last couple years have been great for boxing. Since Pacquiao's last fight in May though , there's been a bit of slump due to random postponements, injuries, incarcerations, etc. September through December boxing will be CRAZY, lots of big fights, lots of media attention especially with Cotto vs Pac and Mayweather vs Marquez.

HBO kinda fucked themselves this year as well, and also were pretty unlucky with Ortiz & James Kirkland and scheduling "golden boy" dates when golden boy cant really provide them with the star power right now. They had to pass on some pretty good potential fights because of their reserved dates
 
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Also heard Zab Judah vs Matthew Hatton and Winky Wright will be on the card as well....overall lookin good.

John vs Juarez Rematch Lands on Mayweather-Marquez

BoxingScene.com was informed that undefeated Chris John will defend his WBA featherweight title in a rematch with Rocky Juarez on the September 19 undercard to Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Juan Manuel Marquez at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The fight will be part of the televised undercard on HBO pay-per-view
 
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Also heard Zab Judah vs Matthew Hatton and Winky Wright will be on the card as well....overall lookin good.

John vs Juarez Rematch Lands on Mayweather-Marquez

BoxingScene.com was informed that undefeated Chris John will defend his WBA featherweight title in a rematch with Rocky Juarez on the September 19 undercard to Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Juan Manuel Marquez at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The fight will be part of the televised undercard on HBO pay-per-view
 
Aug 31, 2003
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“Why would I be in that tournament when I’m a middleweight?” Pavlik said. “They never asked me and I never wanted to join. Let them beat each other up. Let them ruin their careers for peanuts."

"Those guys are fighting for peanuts. They’re going to burn their whole career and for what? Nobody watches Showtime. Trust me, when the winner of that tournament fights his next fight, it’ll be on HBO. I like HBO. I will fight for HBO. All the big-time fighters like Floyd Mayweather, [Manny] Pacquiao, [Miguel] Cotto, Shane Mosley, the Klitschkos — they all fight on HBO.”

Whoever ends up being the tournament winner, Pavlik told Scalzo that he would be more than happy to move up to fight them.

“Whoever the winner is,” Pavlik said, “I’ll kick his [
I wonder whatever happened to Pavlik's living in a small house not needing silk pajamas? I'm still not sure why pass up a 2 million dollar split purse for the Sturm fight (of which he probably would've gotten 1.2-1.3 if not bigger.)

Oh well ..
 
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Jermain Taylor's Last Run

By Doveed Linder - The announcement of the Super Six tournament is the best news boxing fans have had all year. In recent months, several fights have been postponed due to injuries and the action has been slow. But something has finally come along that people can really look forward to. Boxing needs for the best to fight the best. The super middleweight division is loaded with talent and without a definite champion and this tournament will help to set the record straight.

While the fighters in this tournament are among the best at 168 pounds, most of them are not household names (at least in the United States). The winner of the Super Six will emerge as a superstar and some of the runners-up will almost certainly gain a lot of recognition. This is an event that will boost the careers for all of the fighters involved, except for perhaps Jermain Taylor..

Of all the fighters in this tournament, Jermain Taylor is the biggest name. Since wining the bronze medal in the 2000 Olympic Games, he has enjoyed a lot of popularity and commercial success as a professional. Before he ever won a fight of significance, he was already posing in Everlast advertisements and he was featured on HBO as one of the hottest prospects in boxing. Jermain has, in fact, done well for himself in this game, but it is likely that he found a place in this tournament because of his commercial viability, opposed to his recent accomplishments.

Jermain has lost 3 out of his last 4 fights, twice by stoppage. And before that, he has been the subject of a great deal of criticism. A lot of fans feel that he lost to Bernard Hopkins twice, as well as Winky Wright and even Cory Spinks. Going into his first fight with Kelly Pavlik, the boxing world had a lot of questions about Jermain and when he lost via TKO, it supported the idea that he doesn’t have the goods to be a dominant champion.

Popularity aside, Jermain is not more deserving of a place in this tournament than some of the other top fighters in the super middleweight division. It doesn’t seem right that Allan Green scored a spectacular knockout over Carlos DeLeon, Jr. on the very same night that Jermain was stopped by Carl Froch, yet Jermain has an opportunity to move forward with his career, while Allan stays where he is. Other top super middleweights include Lucian Bute, Sakio Bika, Karoly Balzsay, and Librado Andrade, all who have more momentum going for them than Jermain Taylor.

Jermain’s handlers could make the argument that they believe in his abilities as a fighter, though it is more likely that they believe in his marketability. Scoring a big payday could be the only reason for Jermain’s involvement in the Super Six. Because to take a fighter who was stopped twice in recent fights and put him in a major tournament and think that this will in any way boost his career is the definition of insanity.

Jermain has not yet bounced back from his fights with Kelly Pavlik, let alone the fight with Carl Froch. His win over Jeff Lacy was a good accomplishment, but that fight alone didn’t give him an opportunity to get back on track. And now for his next fight, he’s taking on Arthur Abraham, an undefeated lion with KO power. Abraham would have to be considered a significant favorite in this fight and it’s likely that many are picking him to win by stoppage. And after the fight with Abraham, he has another major fight on the horizon against a very good fighter who has yet to be determined, followed by another major fight. That’s a lot of abuse for a man to take over the course of a year and a half and it’s likely that the Super Six will be the last time boxing fans see Jermain Taylor on a big stage.

The sad thing is that Jermain has a lot of potential as a fighter. He did a lot better against Bernard Hopkins and Winky Wright than most fighters would have. And on a different night, he might just beat Carl Froch and even Kelly Pavlik, provided his mind is right and he is focused on the task at hand. But since his fights with Pavlik, he hasn’t had much of a chance to slow down and learn from his mistakes. He hasn’t even slowed down since his fights with Hopkins. All of his opponents have been of some significance and he hasn’t had a tune-up since 2005.

Jermain Taylor deserves a lot of credit for always doing his best and showing a willingness to face whoever is put in front of him. Between all of the criticism he has received from the boxing public and the stoppage losses he suffered at the hands of Pavlik and Froch, he’s had a lot of pressure on his shoulders over the past few years. If he took his time to process everything that has happened and go back to the drawing board, he might just find his groove again and discover his potential as a fighter. But it is likely that this tournament will be too much for him and that the Super Six will prove to be the end of his run as a top fighter.
 
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Jones vs Lacy headlines “Hook City” Aug. 15 PPV show in Biloxi

Roy Jones, Jr.: “As you know, when I come, I bring it like I bring it. See that guy there taking pictures (Tom Casino), he’s called me ‘Captain Hook’ for years. I thought about it and said, well, my left is like a hook. What can I say? I was chosen for the challenge. When you’re challenged, it’s simple. A lot of guys in boxing do a lot of talking, but when it’s time they don’t step up to the plate. Jeff Lacy said he wants to fight Roy Jones and we’ll get it on.

“I have the best left hook in the game. Jeff Lacy has a very good hook. So, when you get a challenge like that, how can you say no? You can’t, not where I come from. I don’t know any decent person who could, straight up. Me and Roger (trainer Bloodworth) have a long history together. I’ve watched Jeff a long time, too. I love watching him fight because he is exciting. He has power in both hands. He was labeled with that nickname but he has a very good right hand, too. I’m looking forward to a wonderful night. I’ll be in shape, fab and fit. One thing, it’ll be a war going on out there. If you can’t be at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, check it out on pay per view because it’s going to be the battle of the hooks. Roy Jones, Jr., aka Captain Hook – the best hook in the business versus Jeff ‘Left Hook’ Lacy, who thinks he has the best hook. We’ll see.”

Jeff Lacy: “I’d like to thank Roy Jones, Jr. for taking the challenge. I’ve always watched him. He’s a great fighter. I’m glad to be one of the names on his roster. Too bad I’m going to be beating him. It still will be good to be on the roster.

“I’ve never been the type of person to do much talking. I do my talking in the ring. Come August 15th this fight is going to happen. Roy Jones agreed to it; I agreed to it. He’s bringing his hook – calls himself ‘Captain Hook,’ as you can see he’s dressed up in a captain’s uniform. I come as ‘Left Hook,’ the original, and I’m going to show that. We’re going to have a ‘Hook Night
 
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Chris John-Rocky Juarez II Added To Mayweather-Marquez Card In September

by James Slater - While the September showdown between pound-for-pound entrants (either past or present) Floyd Mayweather Junior and Juan Manuel Marquez is intriguing enough by itself, the MGM Grand, Las Vegas card now looks even better; what with the postponed rematch between featherweights Chris John and Rocky Juarez being added to the show.

This potentially thrilling rematch, with the Zab Judah-Matthew Hatton fight thrown in for good measure, makes the September 19th Pay-Per-View bill all that much better value for money. Challenging for John's WBA featherweight crown back in February of this year, Juarez held the unbeaten Indonesian star to a draw that many saw as controversial.. Now, while "Money" Mayweather" and "Dinamia" Marquez will be busy warming up for their welterweight clash, the two 126-pound rivals will be busy settling their score in ring centre.

In the first fight, 29-year-old Juarez of Houston, Texas, 28-4-1(20) gave away too many of the early rounds, as he let the classy champion dictate the action. Playing catch up as a result, Rocky really let it all hang out in the bout's final three or four rounds. Was the effort the gutsy warrior made enough to have gotten the draw he was rewarded with? Some felt it was, others strongly disagreed with such thinking.

John, also 29-years-old and currently 42-0-2(22), asked for a return almost immediately; saying he'd do it just as long as fight-two was not in Houston. It's not, it's in Las Vegas, and in what will be just his second fight on US soil, the man known as "The Dragon" has the opportunity to prove he is superior to Juarez once and for all.

Fight one, fought at a fast pace, may have taken a lot out of both men long term. Both guys got hit hard and had to suck it up. The action was so good a return would probably have been welcomed even if the debatable draw had not occurred. John boxed beautifully at times, but Juarez's sheer determination and aggression served to take the champion out of his rhythm/game-plan. The question does arise; will John be able to win as many early rounds this time around, or will Juarez come out blazing so as to make sure of a victory this time?

Looking like being another top quality 12-rounder that will be crammed full of classy boxing and hard-fought intensity, John-Juarez II might even prove to be a better fight than the evening's main event!

Look for another very close affair, with John again retaining; this time with a win.
 
Jul 24, 2005
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Bute vs Andrade II on Nov. 28

"The first fight between these two great fighters was a war," stated Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar de la Hoya. "To be able to see them fight again is a special treat for all fight fans around the world. Lucian Bute is an accomplished world champion with a tremendous following and Librado Andrade is today one of the most exciting fighters in the sport. Their styles are made for each other and I can't wait for the fist bell to ring on November 28th."

"Negotiations with Richard Schaefer were very cordial and concluded with both parties satisfied of reaching the best possible deal. We are very excited to get this promotion underway and look forward to closely collaborating with our partner Golden Boy Promotions. I am extremely proud that Quebec boxing fans will be able to see this fight live," stated Mr. Bedard.

"I am very pleased to have been able to work out a co-promotion with Canada's leading boxing promotion company InterBox to bring this great sequel Bute vs. Andrade back to Canada," said Richard Schaefer. "We hope that this relationship will be the beginning of future cross-border events between our two companies."

"Librado is one of the best and most dangerous 168 pounders in the world and I was dead serious when I said I would fight him anywhere in the world," said Bute. "We have unfinished business to settle in the ring. This being said, I am thrilled that the fight will take place in Quebec, in front of my fans. For me, this is a dream come true and I plan to take full advantage of this opportunity. I will beat Librado and then will fight anybody willing to enter the ring against me."

"I really can't wait for the fight and am excited for it to take place in Canada where all of the fans saw our first fight," said Andrade. "We have unfinished business and I'm happy that it will be settled where it matters most. I'm coming to win. No decision this time. I'm coming to finish what I started in our first fight."

Andrade also announced that he will be dedicating this fight to the memory of a fellow fighter with ties to Quebec. "Because he has always been an inspiration to me and I fight with the same never give up, warrior's spirit that Arturo Gatti fought with, and because he was from Montreal, I am dedicating this fight to his memory."
 
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Daniel Jacobs vs Ishe Smith in The Works For 8/22

By Rick Reeno

BoxingScene.com was advised that hot middleweight prospect Daniel Jacobs (17-0, 15KOs) is going to face his biggest test to date, veteran Ishe Smith (21-3, 9KOs), as the August 22 opening bout to Paulie Malignaggi vs. Juan Diaz at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. HBO will televise both fights.

Smith, a junior middleweight, will move up middleweight to fight Jacobs. The fight will take place at 160, give or take a pound. Robert Guerrero also appears on the show in a title fight with IBF super featherweight champion Malcolm Klassen, which will also be televised by the network
 
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Ricky Hatton Remains Hospitalized, Unknown Illness

By Mark Vester

Former champion and British superstar Ricky Hatton, 30, remains hospitalized in Manchester with an unknown illness. Hatton was admitted early Tuesday to Tameside Hospital after complaining of chest and stomach pains. There was some talk going around that Hatton may have caught the swine flu, but his father, Ray Hatton, told the Manchester Evening News that swine flu had been ruled out by the doctors.

Doctors believe that he may be suffering from a bad case of food poisoning. Additional tests are being conducted
 
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By Rick Reeno

BoxingScene.com was advised that hot middleweight prospect Daniel Jacobs (17-0, 15KOs) is going to face his biggest test to date, veteran Ishe Smith (21-3, 9KOs), as the August 22 opening bout to Paulie Malignaggi vs. Juan Diaz at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. HBO will televise both fights.

Smith, a junior middleweight, will move up middleweight to fight Jacobs. The fight will take place at 160, give or take a pound. Robert Guerrero also appears on the show in a title fight with IBF super featherweight champion Malcolm Klassen, which will also be televised by the network

That's a pretty dope triple header right there. Ishe ain't no easy win ..
 
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^ Sounds good to me. Making 140 will be a battle in itself for Shane, he's in phenomenal shape for a guy his age, but then again, its much harder to cut those last extra pounds at that age as well.

I think either a Cotto or Mosley fight is an entertaining fight. Wouldn't mind paying to see either one.
 
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mosley looks desperate at hell. Why not just fight Berto, paul williams, or rematch miguel cotto (if the pac fight falls through)? all of those are good paydays which could even set up a fight with Mayweather.

Seems so risky for shane, he hasn't weighed under 147 since 1999 (which was 135) and even fought at 154 for a couple years.
 
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mosley looks desperate at hell. Why not just fight Berto, paul williams, or rematch miguel cotto (if the pac fight falls through)? all of those are good paydays which could even set up a fight with Mayweather.

Seems so risky for shane, he hasn't weighed under 147 since 1999 (which was 135) and even fought at 154 for a couple years.
on the real dude who the fuck is Berto(young buck that Mosley would easily mop the floor with, he didn't even beat Callazo lol!) and as for P-Will, thats a dumb move and a bad fight altogether(I don't think he can even make that weight anymore, and why does Mosley have to fight him lol!). This is great news for boxing and I respect Mosley even more for stepping up to the plate and coming at the Pac Man for the Pound 4 Pound crown. This is all about Legacy

new Shane Mosley interview on the subject
http://www.fighthype.com/pages/content5280.html?PHPSESSID=84fefbcb703abf411a4016419557380b
 
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But you know, none of those fights will get him the kind of money that even a 35% split in a Pacquiao fight would. I think at this point in his career, he's trying to capitalize on his big win over the heavily favored Margarito, and get one or two last big paydays before he calls it a day.