Ben Thompson
1,357 articles · FightHype.com
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MORE LIVES THAN A CAT, SPINKS GETTING TITLE SHOT AGAINST SYLVESTER?
By Ben Thompson
On August 7, 2010, former IBF jr. middleweight champion Cory Spinks lost his title when he was stopped in the 5th round by Cornelius Bundrage in front of his hometown fans at…
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SHANE MOSLEY DROPS DEFAMATION SUIT AGAINST VICTOR CONTE
By Ben Thompson
This weekend, former three-division world champion Shane Mosley was in attendance at Cowboys Stadium to witness Manny Pacquiao's 12-round destruction of Antonio Margarito. While he entertained questions regarding his future plans, most…
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IS TEAM PACQUIAO’S REQUEST FOR ANTI-DOPING TESTS ON FIGHT NIGHT A BLAME-CHANGER?
By Ben Thompson
Shortly before Manny Pacquiao's dominant victory over Antonio Margarito, behind-the-scenes drama unfolded that nearly prevented both fighters from ever stepping inside the ring. Pacquiao's trainer, Freddie Roach, requested a pre-fight anti-doping test,…
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41,734 FANS SHOW UP TO SEE PACQUIAO CAPTURE 8TH WORLD TITLE
By Ben Thompson
Although it wasn't the number that promoter Bob Arum was hoping for, an impressive 41,374 fans still showed up at Cowboys Stadium to witness pound-for-pound champion Manny Pacquiao capture another world title…
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SHANE MOSLEY SET TO MAKE MOVE TO TOP RANK?
By Ben Thompson
Sources close to the situation have informed us that three-divison world champion "Sugar" Shane Mosley will soon be fighting under the Top Rank banner. "Golden Boy can't get Shane the fights that…
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ALREADY RIPPED AT 164 POUNDS, WILL MALIGNAGGI BE A SITUATION AT 147?
By Ben Thompson
"I plan on campaigning in the welterweight division. I have a tune-up on this undercard right here, on the Pascal-Hopkins show, and then from there, we'll look to attack some bigger names…
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FLOYD MAYWEATHER: “I WAS BORN TO BE A WINNER, I’MA DIE A WINNER”
By Ben Thompson
"My job is to go out there and win! You know? That's my main focus. I don't go in there and focus on how much money I'm gettin'; I go in there…
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WINKY WRIGHT: “I SAW K9 WAS BARKIN’…BUT IS HE READY TO SEPARATE HIMSELF FROM THE PACK”
By Ben Thompson
"I saw K9 [Cornelius Bundrage] was barkin' on the site last week. I understand where he's coming from. I know what it's like to be a champion, but certain guys don't want…
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KLITSCHKO BATTERS BRIGGS FROM PILLAR TO POST TO WIN UNANIMOUS DECISION
By Ben Thompson
Moments ago, WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko put all of his tools on display as he battered challenger Shannon Briggs from pillar to post, winning every round on each of the judges'…
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SHANTEL JACKSON: “FLOYD HASN’T GOTTEN TO TELL HIS SIDE OF THE STORY”
By Ben Thompson
"Never believe everything you hear in the media, especially with the situation that he has going on now. The media can always turn something around into what it's not. It's like when…
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MOSLEY AND MORA BATTLE TO A DRAW IN LACKLUSTER AFFAIR
By Ben Thompson
Although it was a typical Golden Boy Promotions event, filled with quick lopsided undercard bouts that forced the HBO commentating crew to stall for nearly 30 minutes, it's always nice to see…
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STILL VICIOUS, ORTIZ DROPS HARRIS 4 TIMES BEFORE STOPPING HIM IN 3RD
By Ben Thompson
Victor Ortiz proved that he's still vicious, making short work of Vivian Harris by dropping him 3 times in the second round before sending him to the canvas for the fourth and…
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IMPRESSIVE SAUL ALVAREZ KNOCKS BALDOMIR OUT COLD IN 6
By Ben Thompson
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez looked impressive in stopping the unstoppable Carlos Baldomir, knocking him out cold in the 6th round with a devastating left hook. Alvarez showed excellent patience as he took his…
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HOPKINS BAMBOOZLES ANOTHER NETWORK; BOUT WITH PASCAL SET FOR SHOWTIME PPV
By Ben Thompson
On December 18, in a "special" attraction, WBC light heavyweight champion Jean Pascal will defend his title against former middleweight and light heavyweight kingpin Bernard Hopkins. The bout, which takes place in…
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DESPITE ANOTHER KNOCKDOWN, GAMBOA DEFEATS SALIDO VIA UNANIMOUS DECISION
By Ben Thompson
Despite suffereing yet another knockdown, WBA featherweight champion Yuriorkis Gamboa successfully defeated Orlando Salido, capturing the IBF featherweight title in what turned out to be perhaps the most difficult test of his…
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RICKY HATTON CAUGHT ON VIDEO SNORTING COCAINE
By Ben Thompson
"Cocaine is a hell of a drug," the late rhythm-and-rock pioneer Rick James once said. Evidently, elite British boxers agree with him. Just months after undefeated former champion Joe Calzaghe admitted to…
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50 CENT SAYS MAYWEATHER INNOCENT; BABY MAMA DRAMA OVER NEW FIANCE
By Ben Thompson
Earlier today, rapper 50 Cent called in to Sirius Satellite Radio station Shade45 to speak to DJ Whoo Kid about Floyd Mayweawther's recent engagement, as well as his recent arrest for grand…
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KLITSCHKO BEATS PETER DOWN AND KNOCKS HIM OUT IN 10
By Ben Thompson
Moments ago, IBF, WBO & IBO heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko easily defended his titles, defeating challenger Sam Peter for the second time via 10th round technical knockout. This time around, the roles…
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KEVIN CUNNINGHAM: “THE WINNER OF THIS FIGHT IS IN THE MIX WITH MAYWEATHER AND PACQUIAO”
By Ben Thompson
"Devon Alexander has done his part to make Alexander vs. Bradley a reality. The offer could have been better, but this fight is not just about the money," reiterated Kevin Cunningham, manager…
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TEAM ALEXANDER ACCEPTS OFFER TO FACE BRADLEY; READY TO SIGN BOUT AGREEMENT
By Ben Thompson
"Team alexander has accepted an offer from Don King for a single unification bout versus Tim Bradley on January 29, 2011. Team alexander is now waiting for a bout agreement," stated Kevin…