Rick Rockwell
351 articles · Examiner.com
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Could Floyd Mayweather Jr follow in Manny Pacquiao’s political footsteps?
Constantly linked and destined to an eternal rivalry, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr have reached a level of superstardom and historical greatness in the Sport of Boxing. But, there's more to…
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Who will become the next Manny Pacquiao?
With his political victory, the newest Congressman Manny Pacquiao all but assured the public that he has only a few fights left in him. The inspirational story of 'rags to riches' known…
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Amir Khan and Paulie Malignaggi know how to sell a fight. Brawl at weigh-ins (Video)
Months of trash talking between Amir Khan and Paulie Malignaggi came to an explosive head today at the weigh-ins. After each fighter were weighed and dressed, they came together for the customary…
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Yahoo’s Boxing rankings are flawed: Mayweather Jr should ‘NOT’ be ranked higher than Manny Pacquiao
Sometimes voters outthink themselves and sometimes voters don't think at all. In the recent Yahoo Sports Boxing rankings, Floyd Mayweather Jr was voted by an 'elite panel of boxing writers' as the…
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5 Boxing matches that need to happen in 2010. And they don’t involve Mayweather Jr or Pacquiao
There seems to be a 'sick' obsession growing over a fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao. An obsession that leaves people thinking Boxing is 'finished' if this fight doesn't happen.…
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Is Joe Calzaghe coming out of retirement for a rematch with Bernard Hopkins?
For those fans who are excited about a potential return by the undefeated Joe Calzaghe, please wait a moment before you throw an un-retirement party. Early speculations are that Calzaghe will return…
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Mayweather and Mosley were drug tested 8 times each. All details will be made public by end of May
Boxing's historical venture into Olympic style drug testing is about to come to a close. By the end of the month, the USADA will publish all the details surrounding the entire drug…
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Exclusive Interview: USADA’s Travis Tygart sets record straight on Mayweather Jr & Mosley drug tests
Since late 2009, drug testing has been the 'hot topic' of Boxing. The push from Floyd Mayweather Jr to have Manny Pacquiao submit to USADA drug testing has been a highly publicized…
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Sergio Martinez ‘disses’ Manny Pacquiao ‘Mayweather Jr is the pound for pound best fighter on earth’
It didn't take long for Sergio Martinez to throw Manny Pacquiao under the bus; Albeit, his comments weren't as bad as others. In a recent interview, Sergio Martinez expressed his desire to…
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‘Fool me once, Shame on you. Fool me twice, Shame on me’. Pacquiao vs. Mayweather Jr ‘Won’t Happen’!
Negotiations are set to begin this week for the "Fight of the Century". Congressman Pacquiao and "Money" Mayweather will begin formal discussions, through their respective promoters, over the possibility of facing each…
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Will David Haye step up and accept Wladimir Klitschko’s challenge?
The challenge has been laid at Haye's feet. The question remains, will Haye accept the challenge. The Klitschko brothers have waged a family war against David Haye ever since Haye's infamous appearance…
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Can Manny Pacquiao KO Floyd Mayweather Jr like he KO’d Roy Chiongbian?
With it being a mathematical certainty that Manny Pacquiao has become congressmen, a quick look at the unofficial numbers show that Manny Pacquiao will beat Roy Chiongbian by at least a 2…
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Manny Pacquiao will win ‘biggest fight’ of his life. KO’s the Chiongbian Dynasty
By all early accounts, Manny Pacquiao will win his congressional seat and defeat the mighty Chiongbian dynasty. From poverty to riches; from uneducated to intelligent; from a common kid to a heroic…
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Not so fast, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr are still out of Paul Williams’ reach
Kermit Cintron might have lost the fight but Paul Williams lost even more. Williams, who was being lauded as the next opponent for Mayweather Jr and possibly Manny Pacquiao, needed a strong…
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Manny Pacquiao is being ‘called out’ by Floyd Mayweather Jr, Antonio Margarito, and Paul Williams.
While busy fighting for his people, the fights inside the ring are starting to pile up. Within the last 24 hours, Manny Pacquiao has been challenged by Paul Williams and Antonio Margarito.…
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Complete Round by Round recap of ‘Margarito vs. Garcia’. Margarito wins via Unanimous Decision
In the main event of Latin Fury 14, Antonio Margarito made his successful return to the ring by defeating Garcia via Unanimous Decision. The fight turned ugly throughout with a lot of…
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Complete Round by Round recap of ‘Williams vs. Cintron’. Paul wins by Split Decision, Kermit Injured
In one of the craziest fights I've ever seen, Paul Williams wins by a split decision. But the fight ended during the 4th round because both fighters fell out of the ring.…
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Antonio Margarito ‘There are alot of fighters that Mayweather Jr continues to avoid.’ (part 2)
In the second part of our interview with Antonio Margarito, we cover the mega-fight between Floyd Mayweather Jr and Shane Mosley. Antonio provides his analysis of the fight and compares it with…
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Exclusive Interview with Antonio Margarito ‘I will beat Pacquiao and strip him of that title.’
As the hours wind down to his long-awaited comeback, Antonio Margarito took some time out of his final preparations and spoke with Examiner.com. In the first part of this 2 part series,…
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Floyd Mayweather Jr’s name isn’t enough; Sergio Martinez wants WBC’s Diamond belt if they fight
Floyd Mayweather Jr's decision not to fight for Shane Mosley's WBA welterweight title could follow him for the rest of his career. This decision was money motivated and received a large amount…
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