Tim Harrison
108 articles · FightHype.com
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Donaire?s Bantamweight Cut-and-Run Will Pay Off in the Long Run
By Tim Harrison
Nonito Donaire?s Saturday October 22 WBC/WBO bantamweight title defense against super flyweight titlist Omar Narvaez (35-0-2, 19 KOs) marks his 3rd fight as a bantamweight, and second straight fight televised by HBO.…
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DONAIRE TO HEADLINE AGAINST SIDORENKO
By Tim Harrison
Former flyweight and super flyweight titlist Nonito ?Filipino Flash? Donaire (24-1, 16 KO) will take top billing on another of Top Rank?s self-distributed pay-per-view cards on Saturday December 4, 2010, when he…
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ANDRE BERTO IS READY TO SILENCE HIS CRITICS WITH A BIG 2011
By Tim Harrison
Being able to take criticism is an essential part of being a professional athlete. For a professional boxer, the criticisms from mercurial fans and members of the media can wear on his…
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SERGIO MARTINEZ HAS ARRIVED ON THE SCENE
By Tim Harrison
Sergio Martinez etched his name in boxing lore when he fought Paul Williams in place of the oft-injured Kelly Pavlik in December 2009. Paul Williams was scheduled to challenge Pavlik for his…
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Hopkins? Racially-Charged Comments on Pacquiao Have a Hidden Truth
By Tim Harrison
?Floyd Mayweather would beat Manny Pacquiao because the styles that African-American fighters ? and I mean, black fighters from the streets or the inner cities ? would be successful,? Bernard Hopkins told…
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The Time for Mayweather vs. Pacquiao is 2011
By Tim Harrison
Former heavyweight champion Sonny Liston once said, ?A boxing match is like a cowboy movie. There?s got to be good guys and there?s got to be bad guys. And that?s what people…
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Pacquiao-Margarito: A Modern Day Sheriff vs. Outlaw Western Tale
By Tim Harrison
The battle between good and evil has been portrayed throughout history in literature, television, film, and sports. The middle of the twentieth century saw heroes and outlaws of the late nineteenth century…
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Jimmy Lennon Jr. Predicts a Pacquiao Victory
By Tim Harrison
Next to Michael Buffer, Jimmy Lennon Jr. is one of the most recognizable names and voices in ring announcers. His work with Showtime, as well as many other pay-per-view and independent promotions…
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LOPEZ STOPS MARQUEZ, RETAINS TITLE
By Tim Harrison
The latest battle in the war for pugilistic supremacy between Puerto Rico and Mexico quickly turned into a crowd-pleasing, instant classic. The MGM Grand Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, served as the…
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Pacquiao-Margarito: The Transparent Hype
By Tim Harrison
Any fight that involves Manny Pacquiao is sure to be met with enthusiasm and a more-than-healthy share of publicity. As in most cases, there are exceptions to the rule, and we are…
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Zab Judah Looks to Strengthen His Legacy
By Tim Harrison
November 6, 2010 will mark another important date in the career of Zab ?Super? Judah (39-6, 27 KO), the former jr. welterweight, and linear welterweight champion from Brooklyn, New York. Judah will…
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PETER QUILLIN LOOKS AHEAD TO A BRIGHT FUTURE UNDER GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS
By Tim Harrison
Peter ?Kid Chocolate? Quillin (21-0, 15 KO) is a prospect on the rise. His young career has hit many storms on the open seas, as he has traveled to reach the Promised…
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LOPEZ AND MARQUEZ LAY IT ALL ON THE LINE ON NOVEMBER 6
By Tim Harrison
One of boxing?s longest and most heated rivalries has been between Mexican and Puerto Rican boxers. From Salvador Sanchez vs. Wilfredo Gomez, to Julio Cesar Chavez vs. Hector Camacho, Oscar De La…
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MICHAEL KATSIDIS WILL FIGHT ON IN MEMORY OF HIS BROTHER
By Tim Harrison
Despite the recent news of the death of Stathi Katsidis, the older brother of WBO Interim lightweight champion Michael Katsidis, the younger Katsidis has announced he will continue in his preparation for…
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OFFICIAL SCORECARD: WEEKEND IN REVIEW
By Tim Harrison
Anyone that saw Lucian Bute?s knockout victory over Jesse Brinkley on Friday night saw the continued dominance of one of the best super middleweights in the world. Brinkley was a game competitor…
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Mercito Gesta, Antonio Diaz, and Holly Lawson Drop by Rope-A-Dope Radio Upon Further Review: Antonio Margarito Deserves the Benefit of the Doubt
By Tim Harrison
I know I?m late in offering up my opinion on the topic of Antonio Margarito?s reinstatement into boxing in the United States. I haven?t had much free time to write on the…
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ALFONSO GOMEZ: THE AZTEC WARRIOR READY TO BATTLE CHAVEZ, JR.
By Tim Harrison
On December 4, 2010, two Aztec warriors will step onto the canvassed battleground to test their mettle, as each man battles for the dreams of receiving the glory of their Mexican fans.…
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Montiel Injured in Motorcycle Accident, Fight With Donaire in Doubt
By Tim Harrison
Number one-ranked bantamweight Fernando Montiel injured his leg in a motorcycle accident yesterday afternoon, and will likely be kept out of action for the remainder of the year. Details of the incident…
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If Mayweather is Out of the Picture, Where Does Pacquiao Go Next?
By Tim Harrison
Manny Pacquiao has made an impressive run through the list of opponents that have been put in front of him by his promoter, Top Rank. Dating back to a 2005 loss to…
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NONITO DONAIRE: I’VE SIGNED THE CONTRACT TO FIGHT HIM [MONTIEL] ON FEBRUARY 19, 2011
By Tim Harrison
My recent commentary on the rumors of an upcoming fight between Nonito Donaire and WBC/WBO bantamweight champion Fernando Montiel prompted Donaire to contact me in an attempt to set the record straight.…