Boxing Digest

Boxing News and tidbits.

Friday, October 31, 2008

He that is of the opinion money will


He that is of the opinion money will do everything may well be suspected of doing everything for money.



If you have health, you probably will be happy, and if you have health and happiness, you have all the wealth you need, even if it is not all you want.
- Elbert Hubbard

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Riches may enable us to confer favours, but


Riches may enable us to confer favours, but to confer them with propriety and grace requires a something that riches cannot give.



Doc Childre and Howard Martin, The HeartMath Solution
Our mental and emotional diets determine our overall energy levels, health, and well-being to a far greater extent than most people realize. Every thought and feeling, no matter how big or small, impacts our inner energy reserves.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Jones rediscovers his hunger



Roy Jones Jr. has admitted that he lost interest in boxing for a protracted reverse but the legendary American fighter is promising to reopen his ?bag of tricks? when he meets light-heavyweight count one Joe Calzaghe in New York on November 8 (conscious on

Dreams Turning To Reality For Jones
The two all-over greats will collide at Madison Square Garden on November 8 and Jones is fully aware of how hard the 'Pride of Wales' is training ahead of the 'Battle of the Superpowers' .

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News: Roy Jones Jr, Joe Calzaghe Quotes; Tony Quigley vs Nathan King
--minor than two weeks from now, the natures of two of boxing's greatest fighters, Joe Calzaghe and Roy Jones Jr., will collide in the ring in 'Battle of the Superpowers' November 8 at Madison Square Garden and animate on HBO Pay-Per-View.


John Steinbeck
A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Kessler Secures Early Win



The Danish champion was in full determination from time to time bit, making superb use of his strong left jab. After two rounds he had already battered German challenger Haussler, who was soon after knocked down following a thunderous left to the head and never recovered.

Silva's apology for UFC 90 was appropriate
Before the televised extract of UFC 90 on Saturday at Allstate Arena, Dana ashen guaranteed at least one 'Holy [Smokes] moment.' There were a few, including a couple the UFC president wasn't hoping for.

Loberamis bludgeons foe in sphere youth boxing -
GUADALAJARA, Mexico ? The Philippines started its drive on a lucky note as flyweight Welbeth Loberamis mauled Brazilian Santos Adauton, 27-3, at the occasion of the first all-embracing Boxing Association Youth earth Championships Saturday at

Klitschko Seeks New Opponent
According to Scott Shaffer, a spokesman for Povetkin's representatives Sauerland Event, the Russian has damaged ligaments in his left ankle and will not be able to resume training until the end of November.

Roach absent for Khan's comeback
Khan will be appearing to dispel doubts about his chin Amir Khan will not have new trainer Freddie Roach in his corner when he returns to the ring on 6 December.

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez Slips By Larry Mosley
CABAZON.

No Las Vegas, Amir Khan Will Return at ExCel on 12/6
Promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that Amir Khan will feature as chief support to Nicky Cook's WBO globe Super-Featherweight title defence at the ExCeL London on Saturday 6 December.


There's lots of people in this world who spend so much time watching their health that they haven't the time to enjoy it.
- Josh Billings

Saturday, October 25, 2008

The easiest way for your children to learn


The easiest way for your children to learn about money is for you not to have any.



The trouble with always trying to preserve the health of the body is that it is so difficult to do without destroying the health of the mind.
- G.K. Chesterton

Bami to face Ferrans in first round



Andrew Ferrans has replaced George Hillyard as Ted Bami's opponent in the first round of Friday night's Prizefighter after the Londoner aborted to cause the weight.


Gary Zukav (as quoted in HeartMath Discovery Program)
If your thoughts are thoughts that draw low-frequency energy current to you, your physical and emotional attitudes will deteriorate, and emotional or physical disease will follow, whereas thoughts that draw high-frequency energy current to you create physical and emotional health.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Boxing Result - Don Juan Futrell defeats Hector Alatorre - Doghouseboxing.com



Don Juan Futrell recaptures the WBC USNBC light welterweight title with a unanimous victory over Hector Alatorre. Futrell's hand speed was the difference as he landed the cleaner more crisp punches. Throughout the fight, Futrell controlled the action
Source: www.doghouseboxing.com

5:50 p.m. â€" Boxing tournament being held tomorrow - Guam Pacific Daily News
5:50 p.m., Oct. 24 â€" The Guam Amateur Boxing Federation/Department of Parks and Recreation Amateur Boxing Tournament IV is at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow at the Guam sports complex gym. Tickets for the event are $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12
Source: www.guampdn.com

BOXING: Ventry among those on Seneca Niagara card - Niagara Gazette
NIAGARA FALLS â€" Niagara Falls’ James Ventry will get a chance to fight in front of hometown fans as part of the Brawl in the Falls, a professional boxing card that’s slated for the Seneca Niagara Events Center on Nov. 15. The event, which will
Source: www.niagara-gazette.com

Boxing Result - Carina Moreno defeats Judi Esquibel - Doghouseboxing.com
Carina "La Reina" Moreno retains her WBC and WIBA strawweight titles with a TKO victory over a game Judi Esquibel at the Tachi Palace Casino in Lemoore Ca. In the opening round, Esquibel used her lateral movement to escape the pressure of Moreno
Source: www.doghouseboxing.com

Boxing Video: Luis Collazo Wants To Fight Berto, Margarito - Boxing Scene
Jose "OnFire" Aguirre speaks with former welterweight champion Luis Collazo about possible bouts with Andre Berto, Antonio Margarito and more. collazo has had some rough times in his career with injury but i like him as a fighter and give him a good
Source: www.boxingscene.com

'Spy' used voodoo to shield general from Taliban, court hears - Daily Telegraph
Interpreter Daniel James (left) used voodoo black magic to protect Gen Richards Photo: AP Iranian-born Daniel James, 45, who was the personal interpreter to General David Richards, told the Old Bailey that he used pictures, dust, candles and
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk

OSU tickets cost politician dearly - Detroit Free Press
A former Ohio lawmaker who has admitted he bought Ohio State football tickets with campaign money and sold them for a personal profit is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday in county court on related charges. Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O'Brien said
Source: www.freep.com


Diseases of the soul are more dangerous and more numerous than those of the body.
- Cicero

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Molitor says unification bout will be 'defining moment'



TORONTO - Steve Molitor describes next year's title unification bout with Celestino Caballero as a defining moment for him, and there's plenty of deluxe mentality for that.

The life and crimes of Mike Tyson
The former boxer Mike Tyson has performed dot for rape and lost a fortune, but at least he?s still alive Garth Pearce When Mike Tyson shakes hands, there is a fleeting frisson of fear that must have bent felt at some minim by on occasion one of his opponents.

Freight Train Is Next For Arreola
Arreola (25-0) is bidding to one day become the first heavenly body heavyweight champion of Mexican descent.

News: Cunningham/Adamek, Kevin Johnson, Tom Mitchell
International Boxing Federation cruiserweight terrene champion Steve ?USS? Cunningham and former sphere champion Tomasz Adamek foreshadowed their Dec.


Mark Twain
The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not. thanks to Alan Bennett

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Who is rich? He that is content. Who


Who is rich? He that is content. Who is that? Nobody.



Arabian Proverb
He who has health has hope; and he who has hope has everything.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Joe Calzaghe Says No Way To A Rematch With Bernard Hopkins



by James Slater - Almost immediately after his sensational upset win preceding Kelly Pavlik, Bernard Hopkins mentioned sound one matronymic he wanted for his next fight, Joe Calzaghe.

Hopkins Ko'd Critics With Pavlik Victory
FAR be it for me to take credit for Bernard Hopkins' stunning upset ago Kelly Pavlik Saturday night in Atlantic civil.

Bernard's latest win prompts a ghostly reunion
But I for one light to apprehend that Johnny Sample was alive and well Saturday night. as he was sitting on my living room couch.

Praying for Gilbert
Tris Dixon is left with a lot on his mind after Gilbert Eastman was left fighting for his life Eastman on his stool after actuality stopped by Webb It?s the first space I have disused to a fight when a boxer has superseded seriously hurt.

Calzaghe: 'Screw Hopkins, There Won't Be a Rematch'
By Mark VesterJoe Calzaghe says that he will not fight Bernard Hopkins in a rematch. The undefeated Welsh fight continued to cry his November 8 bout with Roy Jones Jr, the final fight of his career.


A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor's book.
- Irish Proverb

Saturday, October 18, 2008

I have enough money to last me the


I have enough money to last me the rest of my life, unless I buy something.



The best six doctors anywhere
And no one can deny it
Are sunshine, water, rest, and air
Exercise and diet.
These six will gladly you attend
If only you are willing
Your mind they'll ease
Your will they'll mend
And charge you not a shilling.

- Nursery rhyme quoted by Wayne Fields, What the River Knows, 1990

Friday, October 17, 2008

If you want to know what God thinks


If you want to know what God thinks of money, just look at the people he gave it to.



The longer I live the less confidence I have in drugs and the greater is my confidence in the regulation and administration of diet and regimen.
- John Redman Coxe, 1800

The easiest way for your children to learn


The easiest way for your children to learn about money is for you not to have any.



Mother Teresa
There is more hunger for love and appreciation in this world than for bread.

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Nathan Cleverly Looks Superb As He Out-Points Tony Oakey



by James Slater - Last night, in Liverpool, U.K, unbeaten 21-year-old Welshman Nathan Cleverly won the biggest pro lick of his career so far as he clearly and impressively out-pointed 32-year-old Tony Oakey of Hampshire.

Dawson v Tarver: what does it mean for the light-heavyweight division?
by Mark Gregory - Whichever way you cut it, the light-heavyweight division has a rather odd look about it.

David Rodela attains Through, Decisions Kevin Kelley
By Ronnie NathanielszLikeable David "Dangerous" Rodela, a former sparring partner of Filipino ring idol Manny Pacquiao both at the Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles and at the Rex "Wakee" Salud Gym in Cebu municipal has scored the biggest win of his career at

Froch: Calzaghe won't stop Jones
Carl Froch does not believe that Joe Calzaghe has any unforeseeable of knocking out Roy Jones Jr. when the pair meet in an eagerly-anticipated light-heavyweight clash in Madison Square Garden on November 8, which is vital on Setanta funs.

De La Hoya in Choc's corner
Extract not prepared.

Valuev vs. Holyfield Depends on Don King's Approval
By Rick ReenoThe boxing cosmos went wild when Evander Holyfield (42-9-2, 27 KOs) of late revealed in the press that he was offered a crack at WBA heavyweight champion Nikolai Valuev (49-1, 34 KOs). The fight is far from over, but Holyfield leaked the

Meet the Bottlenose dolphin that packs a meaner punch than Mike Tyson!
A boat ride turned out to be a painful empiricism for an elderly couple, Norman and Barbara Howard, when a bottlenose dolphin leapt up grand rise in the air and landed in the boat they were sailing in.

Roach Says Pacquiao To Attack De La Hoya in Round 1
by Ronnie NathanielszAn awfully confident Freddie Roach, celebrated, two-lifetime "Trainer of the Year' says his prized fighter, Filipino ring idol Manny Pacquiao "will go after that guy (Oscar De La Hoya) in the very first round.

It's On, The Rubber-Match Everyone Wants To See - Holt Vs. Torres III
by James Slater - In prolonged specification that all fight fans will surely be remarkably happy about, the hugely anticipated rubber match enclosed by light-welterweights Kendal Holt, 24-2(13) and Ricardo Torres, 32-2(28) is on for December 13th, maybe at The


John Steinbeck
A sad soul can kill you quicker than a germ.

Thursday, October 09, 2008

What if Hatton beats Malignaggi?



If Ricky achievements? Tris Dixon on one of the highest crowd-pleaser fighters in sphere boxing and where he could go should he overcome Paulie Malignaggi Hatton will have his pick if he beats Malignaggi Now there are plenty of forebears betting against Ricky Hatton on

The fight that turned Barrera from fighter to warrior
Shaun Brown recalls an electric night in California when Marco Antonio Barrera and Kennedy McKinney went to war McKinney celebrates here but came unstuck against future humongous Barrera gone the 70-fight career of Marco Antonio Barrera it?s not too

Boxer Klitschko ready to roll back to the agedness (AFP)
BERLIN (AFP) - Four caducity after his last fight, former champion Vitali Klitschko is preparing to challenge Nigeria's Samuel Peter to win back the WBC heavyweight belt on Saturday and prove age is no object.

Holyfield could become oldest heavyweight champion
Ripe n' ready? Evander Holyfield will be back in the ring as a 46-year-old Photo: AP Should Holyfield triumph, he would become the oldest heavyweight champion in history. But that should not produce that fight right.

Peter storms offstage ahead of bout with Klitschko
BERLIN: Samuel Peter angrily ripped the WBC belt from Vitali Klitschko's hands

Kelly reveals all
Glancing blow: Paul Kelly (right) lands with a punch in his recent bout against Paul Taylor Photo: UFC.

Boxer Klitschko ready to roll back to the years
BERLIN (AFP) - Four senility after his last fight, former champion Vitali Klitschko is preparing to challenge Nigeria's Samuel Peter to win back the WBC heavyweight belt on Saturday and prove age is no object.

Kelly rebuilds life to become contender
Glancing blow: Paul Kelly (right) lands with a punch in his recent bout against Paul Taylor Photo: UFC.

De La Hoya and Pacquiao Land in L.A
- Who says you can never go condominium come repeatedly? By Gabriel Montoya at the event (Oct 9, 2008) DoghouseBoxing.com (Photo © HoganPhotos/ Golden Boy advancements) Who says you can never go flat anon?


Freeze-Frame: 60 Seconds to a Longer Life, from Underground Cures (Health Sciences Institute, Agora Health Books)
Think of great athletes of dancers who are able to create a special, relaxed state of mental and physical focus in order to achieve a much higher level of performance. Now you can employ that exact principle with any mental or emotional activity. And the benefit to your heart is phenomenal.

Wednesday, October 08, 2008

Gunman guilty of ex-boxing champion's murder



LONDON (Reuters) - A gunman was construct guilty on Wednesday of murdering a former boxing champion who had asked a group of men to stop smoking in a bar.

Edwards' future secure for now
Looking forward: Terry Edwards will breathing an imperative asset in British Boxing's future, until at least 2012 Photo: The UK Sport board met to decide the direction of British Olympic boxing and its structure up to 2013, with Edwards, the highly


If I'd known I was going to live so long, I'd have taken better care of myself.
- Leon Eldred

Monday, October 06, 2008

Klitschko wants Povetkin fight moved from Kiev



BERLIN: The earth heavyweight title fight on December 13 separating IBF, WBO and IBO champion Vladimir Klitschko and Russian challenger Alexander Povetkin is set to be moved from Kiev, according to Klitschko?s brother Vitali. ?We don?

Hatton enjoying a new lease of life
Right mix: Ricky Hatton (centre) celebrates his 30th birthday with new training team Floyd Mayweather Snr (right) and Lee Beard Photo: AP New training team, new rules, new lease of life, he insisted, with Floyd Mayweather Snr, the father of his Las

Vitali Klitschko/Samuel Peter Press Conference Videos and Photos
- All negatives © eastsideboxing.com - Former WBC and WBO heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko and WBC boxing apple champion Samuel Peter posed for photographers following their knowledge conference in Berlin, Germany today.


Doc Childre and Howard Martin, The HeartMath Solution
Our mental and emotional diets determine our overall energy levels, health, and well-being to a far greater extent than most people realize. Every thought and feeling, no matter how big or small, impacts our inner energy reserves.

Sunday, October 05, 2008

Fight Schedule - ESPN.com



Oct. 4 At Pechanga Entertainment Center, Temecula, Calif. (HBO), Yuriorkis Gamboa, Cuba, vs. Marcos Ramirez, Kansas City, Mo., 10, featherweights; Alfredo Angulo, Mexico, vs. Andrey Tsurkan, Russia, 10, junior middleweights; Sergio Martinez, Spain
Source: sports.espn.go.com


Physical ills are the taxes laid upon this wretched life; some are taxed higher, and some lower, but all pay something.
- Lord Chesterfield

Friday, October 03, 2008

Dogs Of War: Angulo Vs. Tsurkan - Sweet Science



Growing up in places like East L.A. or South-Central you figure out things real quick. One thing that I realized on the streets as a youngster was that looks can be deceiving and the toughest looking guys aren’t necessarily as rugged as the baby
Source: www.thesweetscience.com

WBA will not penalize Guzman for forfeited fight - International Herald Tribune
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic : Unbeaten Dominican boxer Joan Guzman will not be penalized by the WBA for forfeiting a title fight last month. Guzman was set to meet Nate Campbell for the American's WBA, IBF and WBO lightweight titles in Biloxi
Source: www.iht.com

Fight Schedule - ESPN.com
Oct. 3 At Wicomico Youth and Civic Center, Salisbury, Md. (SHO), James De la Rosa, Harlingen, Texas, vs. Tim Coleman, Baltimore, 10, welterweights; Fernando Guerrero, Salisbury, Md., vs. Tyrone Watson, Pittsburgh, 10, middleweights. At The Blue
Source: sports.espn.go.com

Dunne close to title shot - Setantasports.com
Irish boxer Bernard Dunne may be within one fight of a title shot according to promoter Brian Peters. Peters confirmed on Thursday that former European super-bantamweight Dunne will return to Castlebar for his next bout on November 15. Dunne began
Source: www.setantasports.com

Bryan's Bio - Bleacherreport.com
The self proclaimed "Leader of the Tito Ortiz fan club" is bringing the punishment to Bleacher Report. Ive got many opinions on football, mma, and boxing. I have been training kickboxing for over two years, hoping to fight soon. My wrestling and jiu
Source: bleacherreport.com


He who takes medicine and neglects to diet wastes the skill of his doctors.
- Chinese Proverb