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Odds stacked against Simphiwe Vetyeka
By David Isaacson, Sports Live (ZA), Fri, 30 May 2014
SIMPHIWE Vetyeka will become the first South African boxer in more than 10 years to win a mega-bout if he beats Filipino star Nonito Donaire in Macau on Saturday.
His WBA featherweight crown will be on the line against the US-based fighter, a former multiple champion.
Who was the last SA fight Read Full Story >>>Idec Index: Nonito Donaire wants Simpiwe Vetyeka's WBA featherweight title
By Keith Idec, NorthJersey.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
The Idec Index
Here is boxing writer Keith Idec?s inside look at the sport:
FEATURED FIGHT: Nonito Donaire vs. Simpiwe Vetyeka. "The Filipino Flash" is set to challenge South Africa?s Vetyeka in a 12-round fight for Vetyeka?s WBA featherweight title that will be broadcast on delay by HBO at 4 Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao in Top 10 Most Misspelled Sports Names
By Ryan Maquiñana, BoxingScene.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Paquiao. No wait, Pacquaio. Pacquiao?
Ever since Manny Pacquiao?s arrival stateside from the Philippines in 2001 progressed to global renown, scribes and fans alike have never quite mastered spelling the boxing superstar?s last name correctly.
The Wall Street Journal, using data collected from Read Full Story >>> Mayweather-Maidana fight generates less than 1 million pay per view buys
By Chris Mannix, Sports Illustrated, Fri, 30 May 2014
The May 3 fight between Floyd Mayweather and Marcos Maidana generated an estimated 900,000 pay per view buys, multiple industry sources told SI.com. The 900,000 buys represent a precipitous drop from the 2.2 million buys Mayweather generated in his fight with Saul Alvarez last September and is compa Read Full Story >>> Keith Idec on boxing: Great night for Paterson
By Keith Idec, NorthJersey.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Mike Adams figuratively fought his way out of one of Paterson's worst areas, all the way to a starting spot in Super Bowl XLVIII three months ago at MetLife Stadium.
The NFL veteran's fighting spirit is a source of pride among resilient Patersonians, who've watched entirely too many of their prom Read Full Story >>> SPECIAL FEATURE: A common passion for boxing
By Anthony Lawrance, Macau Daily Times, Fri, 30 May 2014
Bob Arum and Ed Tracy have more than twenty years separating them, but their passion for boxing is remarkably similar. The two men who are putting Macau on the world map as a destination for world-class fights are passionate about what they do.
Arum needs no introduction in the boxing world. He is Read Full Story >>> 'Rock City Cobra' Samuel Rogers Feeling Ready to Take on 'Latin Snake' Sergio Mora this Saturday
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
'Rock City Cobra' Samuel Rogers Feeling Ready to Take on 'Latin Snake' Sergio Mora this Saturday, May 31, at DiBella Entertainment and Sampson Boxing's 'REAL FIGHTS' at Tropicana in Las Vegas
U.S. Virgin Islands-ba Read Full Story >>> Iron Mike Productions (IMP) signs 2012 Ukraine Olympian Ievgen Khytrov
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (May 29, 2014) - Iron Mike Productions (IMP) has signed undefeated 2012 Ukraine Olympian Ievgen "The Ukraine Lion" Khytrov (4-0, 4 KOs) to a promotional contract. IMP will co-promote Khytrov with New York-based Fight Promotions Inc.
"I watched the first few fights of this e Read Full Story >>> Undefeated Canadian cruiserweight Denton Daley positioned for world title shot
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Undefeated 'Dangerous' Denton Daley Positioned to bring world cruiserweight title Back to North America
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Canada (May 29, 2014) - Undefeated Canadian boxer "Dangerous" Denton Daley (12-0, 6 KOs) is positioned to bring the world cruiserweight title back to North America after a Read Full Story >>> NBA EXPANDS GLOBAL REACH WITH REGULAR-SEASON GAMES IN LONDON AND MEXICO CITY
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
-- Next Season NBA Global Games Will Feature Houston Rockets and Minnesota
Timberwolves in Mexico and Milwaukee Bucks and New York Knicks in the UK --
NEW YORK, May 29, 2014 ? The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced that Mexico and the United Kingdom will host regular-seaso Read Full Story >>> Rigondeaux to defend titles in Macau
By Dan Rafael, ESPN.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Although Top Rank promoter Bob Arum is promoting a boxing card in Macau on Saturday headlined by the Simpiwe Vetyeka-Nonito Donaire featherweight world title fight, he is already making plans for his next show in China.
Unified junior featherweight champion Guillermo Rigondeaux will defend his 12 Read Full Story >>> See for yourself if Manny Pacquiao's shooting is good enough by PBA standards. Watch video
By Snow Badua, Spin.ph, Fri, 30 May 2014
HE missed a lot more shots than he made during one of Kia Motors' tryouts this week, but Manny Pacquiao isn't too worried.
Spin.ph on Tuesday caught up with the fighting congressman of Sarangani doing some shooting drills, though he missed majority of his shots from beyond the arc.
The global Read Full Story >>> Froch-Groves Keys To Victory
Tha Boxing Voice, Fri, 30 May 2014
When Carl Froch and George Groves square off against each other at Wembley Stadium on Saturday not only will it go down as British boxing?s biggest rematch but will arguably be the biggest fight in British history. The controversial outcome of their first clash at Manchester arena has only fueled pu Read Full Story >>> VETYEKA AND BUNGU BRIMMING WITH CONFIDENCE
By Rene Bonsubre, Jr., PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
MACAU ? WBA featherweight super champion Simpiwe Vetyeka and trainer Vuyani Bungu were both buoyant about their chances going into this Saturday?s title defense against Nonito Donaire.
The South African Vetyeka feels he has the nec Read Full Story >>> Donaire takes crack at Vetyeka?s title
By Abac Cordero, The Philippine Star, Fri, 30 May 2014
MACAU ? Nonito Donaire Jr. wore a burgundy three-piece suit and a poker face in Thursday?s final press conference at The Venetian Hotel here.
He tried hard not to smile as his opponent, reigning WBA featherweight champion Simpiwe Vetyeka of South Africa, beamed and sat across the head table.
? Read Full Story >>> Donaire doubly fit vs Vetyeka
By Marc Anthony Reyes, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Fri, 30 May 2014
MACAU?Nonito Donaire Jr., didn?t make any prediction but stressed he will be firing ?high velocity? punches when he challenges WBA champion Simpiwe Vetyeka for the South African?s featherweight title here Saturday.
?I am more focused, you can say that I?m in a much better shape, probably twice a Read Full Story >>> Donaire vs Vetyeka: Full card rundown and preview for Top Rank's return to Macau
By Scott Christ, Bad Left Hook, Fri, 30 May 2014
his Saturday morning by U.S. time, Nonito Donaire will make his return to the ring as he looks to pick up a featherweight title against Simpiwe Vetyeka, part of a bill that includes three world title fights at 126 pounds, and some other intriguing matchups and featured fighters, as well.
Macau is Read Full Story >>> ONE FC: HONOR & GLORY OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN RESULTS
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
BEN ASKREN AND BAKHTIYAR ABBASOV SET TO BATTLE IN MAIN EVENT CATCH ALL THE ACTION LIVE ON STAR SPORTS AND ON PAY-PER-VIEW AT WWW.ONEFC.LIVESPORT.TV
29 May 2014 ? SINGAPORE: ONE Fighting Championship? (ONE FC) annou Read Full Story >>> 50 Cent's SMS Promotions returns July 2 to Foxwoods with special ESPN FNF card
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Undefeated lightweight Mark Davis vs. Michael Farenas headlines ESPN Friday Night Fights Special Edition in IBF Title Eliminator
Wednesday, July 2 at Foxwoods Resort Casino
MASHANTUCKET, Conn., (May 29, 2014) - Rapper/promoter Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson returns to the Nutmeg State to celebrate his Read Full Story >>> Dr. Atlas Foundation hosting Cotto-Martinez Benefit Party June 7 in Manhattan
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 30 May 2014
Dr. Atlas Foundation to host Cotto vs. Martinez Benefit Party Saturday, June 7 at Jack Demsey's Pub in NYC
NEW YORK (May 29, 2014) - The Dr. Theodore A. Atlas Foundation continues its invaluable fundraising in t Read Full Story >>>
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