?On The Ropes? Boxing Radio returns this week with host Jenna J to breakdown all the recent fight action in the sport of boxing. In this episode I will look back at the most recent SHOWTIME event which pinned undefeated light welterweight champion, Danny Garcia against Mauricio Herrera. The result of the bout was really controversial as a large number of fans felt as though the wrong man was awarded the decision. I will talk about the decision and the future of both men.
I will also discuss the continuing rise of Deontay Wilder as he carries on with his unblemished (31-0 31 KO) record. After dismantling what was supposed to be the biggest test in his career in just 1:36 of the first round, Wilder is now poised for a run at the heavyweight title. I will talk about Deontay?s spot in the heavyweight division and how he matches up with the other top contenders. Just click on the audio player to listen to the show!
Guests
The first guest on this week?s show is Mauricio ?El Maestro? Herrera. Herrera makes his debut appearance to the show to discuss his loss to Danny Garcia and how he feels now, being a few days removed from the fight. He also talks about the opponents he would like to face next if he is unable to get a rematch with Garcia. Mauricio also mentions who his favorite fighters are.
Also appearing on the episode is ?The Bronze Bomber? Deontay Wilder, who is currently regarded as America?s best hope at capturing the heavyweight crown. Following his impressive win over Malik Scott in Puerto Rico this past Saturday, Wilder gives his post fight thoughts as well as his views of his fast rise to contention in the past year. Now being the next man in line to face the winner of Arreola-Stiverne 2, Wilder explains how he would look to take on the victor of that match. Additionally, ?The Bronze Bomber? gives his opinions on Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.
The third guest is current WBO light heavyweight champion, Sergey ?Krusher? Kovalev. Kovalev is regarded as one of the most devastating knock out artists in the game, holding 21 stoppage wins in his 23 fight unbeaten career. Sergey talks about his upcoming fight with Cedric Agnew and if he feels any added danger in facing a relative unknown opponent. Kovelev also discusses the much talked about potential fight between him and Adonis Stevenson, and how he thinks that fight would play out. Lastly, Sergey Kovalev gives his views on the upcoming fight between Bernard Hopkins and Beibut Shumenov.
The main guest is legendary trainer, Freddie Roach. Freddie now makes his 8th appearance to ?On The Ropes? to talk all about the much anticipated rematch between Manny ?Pacman? Pacquiao and ?The Desert Storm? Timothy Bradley. Roach talks about their desire to get revenge over the first bout with Bradley and how preparation has been going to this point. Freddie also talks about training Miguel Cotto for his June 7th bout against Sergio Martinez, and a potential Cotto-Mayweather rematch. Lastly, Freddie mentions the possibility of Pacquiao fighting Floyd Mayweather in the future.
Mailbag Segment
The mailbag segment returns this week. Fans have been submitting questions and today they get answered. Topics covered in this episode include:
Shawn Porter vs. Paul Malignaggi
Shannon Briggs? attack of Wladimir Klitscko
Recent controversial stoppages
The future of Canelo Alvarez
The style match up between Mike Alvarado and Juan Manuel Marquez
And much more!
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