Boxing Scoop

[wp2003]

there was a big fall out with his promoter and now he's looking for a new promoter and new fights. he's still around though. on the other forum at rgvsports someone said he was talking to top rank.........idk what's gonna happen with that though.

[coyotefury]

hey Ibleedpurple are you a member of boxingscene also.... whats your username?

[~JUAN PRIMO~]

Jul 10, 2008 1:02:50 GMT -6 wp2003 said:

there was a big fall out with his promoter and now he's looking for a new promoter and new fights. he's still around though. on the other forum at rgvsports someone said he was talking to top rank.........idk what's gonna happen with that though.

Thanks wp2003. I hope he continues to work hard and eventually be given a shot somewhere.

[ibleedpurple]

yeah i am. i think its ibleedpurple as well. i dont get on much though.

[ibleedpurple]

Diaz-Katsidis presser!



July 10, 2008

"My titles have been taken hostage and it's my duty to gain them back," says former unified lightweight champion Juan "Baby Bull" Diaz, "this is the first step there!"

It was standing room only for the local media who attended the press fight conference Wednesday at Dave and Busters in Houston where local favorites Diaz and Rocky Juarez will square off in separate bouts September 6th at the Toyota Center.

The HBO-televised card headlines Diaz (33-1, 17 KOs) against Michael Katsidis (23-1, 20 KOs). The co-main event features2000 Olympic silver medalist Rocky Juarez (27-4, 19 KOs) who takes on former WBO super featherweight champion Jorge Barrios (47-3, 37 KOs) in a ten round bout.

This will be Diaz' first fight in his hometown of Houston since 2005, when he won a TKO over Billy Irwin. He lost his IBF, WBA, and WBO lightweight titles in a split decision against Nate Campbell in March of this year.

"HBO's Boxing After Dark series made its name on fights like Diaz-Katsidis," said Richard Schaefer, CEO of Golden Boy Promotions. "Marco Antonio Barrera-Kennedy McKinney and Arturo Gatti-Wilson Rodriguez were just two of the spectacular wars that aired on the series and I have no doubt that Diaz-Katsidis will join those classics in the hearts of fans around the world."

Golden Boy COO David Itskowitch was on hand to introduce the main event fighters. Even with the fight almost two months away, both fighters Diaz and Katsidis looked to be in great shape at the press conference.


Photo: Byron Spurlock
"I'm glad to be a part of the Golden Boy team," said Diaz. "This is going to be a great fight because we are both warriors. We both come straight forward and we don't like to give into the other fighter. I know this is going to be great fight.....I can't wait to step foot back into the ring here in my hometown of Houston, the fans and media have shown me great support. It's sort of ironic that I come back to fight in Houston without my titles. I never got the chance to defend my titles here; but I'm hungry to win my titles back. I feel that they have been taken hostage from me."


Photo: Byron Spurlock
Katsidis stated, "We got into town last night. Texas is a nice place. I can't wait for the fight for we are ready. What we have here is two hungry fighters that both want to win and are ready.....It’s going to be an explosive fight all right, but I’m bringing the dynamite."

Both co-main event fighters Juarez and Barrios are expected to bring a strong effort as both need a win on the big stage at Toyota Center in Houston and in front of a national TV audience.


Photo: Byron Spurlock
"I’m excited that this fight is finally going to happen and in my hometown," said Juarez. "I’ve been waiting for Barrios for a long time so I know he is a dangerous and experienced fighter, but I also know I’ll be prepared to stop him in front of all my Houston fans on September 6th."

Barrios did not attend the press fight conference, opting not to break camp as he prepares for this upcoming fight.


Photo: Byron Spurlock
In preparation, both Diaz and Juarez have been working with world class trainer Ronnie Shields. "I too have to echo the sentiments that this will be a great fight," commented Shields. "With Rocky and Juan being on the same card here in Houston, this is going to be an electric night in Houston. If you are not a boxing fan, and if you have never been to a fight before, this is the fight that you should come and see."

Also on the undercard are two top Houston prospects who were both national amateur champions: lightweight Hylon Williams (2-0) and welterweight Jermell Charlo (3-0).

Tickets for Diaz vs. Katsidis and Juarez vs. Barrios, priced at $200, $100, $60, $40 and $25, go on sale today.

[ibleedpurple]

hopefully i will get tickets by the end of this week for the diaz-Katsidis fight.

[ibleedpurple]

Contender moves to Versus!

Thursday, July 10 2008


It had been reported by "Broadcasting & Cable" that the Versus network was interested in acquiring the rights to "The Contender" boxing reality series. Contender chief Jeff Wald told ESPN today that the Versus deal is a go, launching in December. The series had previously been aired and jettisoned by both NBC and ESPN.

[ibleedpurple]

Soto-Lorenzo Update!

Thursday, July 10 2008


A vote by the WBC Board of Governors is currently too close to call as how to the WBC will handle the interim super featherweight bout between Humberto Soto and Francisco Lorenzo. Lorenzo won by controversial fourth round disqualification after being battered by Soto for most the fight, however the WBC refused to crown Lorenzo and put it up for a vote as to whether to recognize Soto as interim champion, or consider the bout a "no contest." There are 36 possible votes with some not yet received. In the event of a tie, WBC President Jose Sulaiman will cast the deciding vote.

[ibleedpurple]

Castillo back (at welterweight)!

Thursday, July 10 2008


Former WBC lightweight world champion Jose Luis Castillo (56-8-1, 48 KOs) will get back in the ring against Sebastian Lujan (29-5-2, 20 KOs) in a 10-round welterweight battle on July 30 headlining an outdoor event at the Sycuan Indian Reservation in El Cajon, California (a suburb of San Diego). The bout will air live on ESPN2. The co-feature showcases undefeated welterweight prospect Luis Carlos “El Potro” Abregu (22-0, 19 KOs) against an opponent to be named. Abregu is the latest addition to the Sycuan Ringside Promotions (SRP) family. He is trained and managed by former welterweight champion Carlos Baldomir.

[ibleedpurple]

EMANUEL "THE DRUNKEN MASTER" AUGUSTUS TO APPEAR IN FIGHT NIGHT 4 ( )


Las Vegas, Nevada (July 10, 2008) "Slick" Nick Sampson & Macke Roberts of Sin City Sports & Entertainment proudly announce that current WBO Oriental Welterweight Champion, Emanuel "The Drunken Master" Augustus, has just signed a exclusive deal to appear in the EA Sports Fight Night 4 video game which is scheduled for a 2009 release date.

Nick Sampson & Macke Roberts of Sin City Sports & Entertainment states "EA Sports video games such as NBA Live, Madden Football & Fight Night are the best video games created bar none. EA Sports symbolizes the best in the video game industry. To have Emanuel "The Drunken Master" Augustus selected by EA Sports to participate in the ground breaking Fight Night video game franchise will show the entire world that Emanuel Augustus is someone who is marketable with tremendous mainstream appeal."

"I am honored, blessed & privileged to be associated with a world class company like EA Sports," says Emanuel Augustus. "To all my doubters in the pro boxing industry now that I am working with EA Sports I have definitely made it to the big time. I hope one day my actions inside the ring and outside the ring will turn all my doubters into Emanuel Augustus believers. I want to thank all my fans for their continued support and I want to show special appreciation to "Irish" Mickey Ward. We will be forever linked together by our historic fight in 2001. Everyday Mickey Ward continues to be a great inspiration to me as I continue to move forward in my career."

[ibleedpurple]

i heard today from a friend of mine that Roberto "La Amenaza" Garcia is calling it a career. I think it had to deal with his uncle not releasing him from his contract.

[wp2003]

MAN THAT SUX!!! oh well, sometimes family is the one that keeps you down. well he's got a wifey from what i understand. he'll be alright. hell, i could see him being a good coach if he chose to go down that path. we might see the amenaza boxing gym around here pretty soon.

[ibleedpurple]

Pacquiao-Soto Nov 15?

Friday, July 11 2008


Promoter Bob Arum told reporters today that Manny Pacquiao and Humberto Soto will likely meet for the Pacman's WBC lightweight title on November 15 at the Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. A proposed bout with unbeaten WBA 130lb champion Edwin Valero could be next should Pacquiao defeat Soto. Pacquiao-Soto isn't a done deal at the point, but Arum plans to meet with Pacquiao later this month to confirm the bout.

[ibleedpurple]

and yeah it sux that he is hanging up the gloves. I hope its not true, i mean come on he was ranked #3 in the IBF (now #10), that is pretty good.

[ibleedpurple]

Rahman ready to rock Toney!

Friday, July 11 2008


Hasim Rahman, training in Phoenix, has sparred over 150 rounds while getting ready to tangle with James Toney on Wednesday, July 16 at the Pechanga Resort & Casino. "The Rock is training at a high level," said chief trainer Marshall Kauffman. "He's sparred 12 rounds in a single day a number of times. I like his work rate and I am convinced he will beat Toney next week." It's an important fight, titled 'Last Chance.' "We win, we move on to much bigger fights," Kauffman said. Rahman plans to be Los Angeles on Sunday eve to get ready for fight week activities. The scheduled 12-round NABO heavyweight title bout -- presented by Goossen Tutor Promotions and Don King Productions, in association with Top Rank – will headline an FSN "Best Damn Fight Night" telecast (11PM ET/8PM PT) from the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula, CA.

[ibleedpurple]

Chavez gets by Vanda!

Saturday, July 12 2008

Son of the Legend Julio César Chavez Jr (37-0-1, 29 KOs) had all he could handle against Matt Vanda (36-7, 21 KOs) on Saturday night in Hermosillo, Mexico, taking a hard fought split decision in a jr middleweight bout. Junior was in command over the first half of the fight, but Vanda came on strong and it was an exciting toe-to-toe war over the last five rounds. Chavez was totally gassed near the end of the fight. Scores were 97-93 Chavez, 96-95 Vanda, and a preposterous 100-90 for Chavez. "I wanted to knock him out, but I couldn't," said Chavez after the fight. "I'm satisfied with the decision. What can I do?"

IBF jr flyweight champion Ulises "Archi" Solis (27-1-1, 21 KOs) pounded out a twelve round unanimous decision over Glen Donaire (19-4-1, 12 KOs). It was a competitive bout with both fighters suffering cuts. Solis pitched a shutout on the cards, winning 120-108, 120-108, 120-107.

[ibleedpurple]

Klitschko KOs Thompson!

Saturday, July 12 2008

IBF/WBO/IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko (51-3, 45 KOs) scored an eleventh round KO over tough, awkward Tony "The Tiger" Thompson (31-2, 19 KOs) to defend his belts on Saturday night at the Color Line Arena in Hamburg, Germany. After a slow first round, Klitschko began to connect with his right hand in round two, a round in which both fighters were cut by a headbutt. Klitschko continued to headhunt while Thompson started having good results to the body in the fourth. By round seven, Klitschko seemed to be breaking down Thompson, who was once Wlad's sparring partner and seemed to be reverting to that mode as the fight went on. Thompson got up gingerly after both fighters got tangled up and went down to the canvas in the tenth. An animated Klitschko finally dropped Thompson for the count in the eleventh with a spectacular right hand. Time was 1:22. Next up for Klitschko will be a defense against Alexander Povetkin later this year.

[wp2003]

chavez is still getting decisions because of his name it looks like. well eventually he'll get his.

[ibleedpurple]

i was just reading that he should have lost.

[wp2003]

there's a few fights he should've lost already from what i understand.........but a fight with a guy named julio cesar chavez is going to be a big draw.......meaning a lot of money. so they take care of him til that fight happens. then when he gets rocked by a real fighter, they drop him and move on.....