Lorne Scoggins
146 articles · BleacherReport.com
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The one man who could beat Floyd Mayweather
To say Mayweather is a great fighter is an understatement. Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a boxing genius. It makes absolutely no difference if you like him or not. It's the truth. Who…
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Freddie Roach: Khan will walk through Malignaggi
In a recent 8CN Podcast, Freddie Roach expressed his confidence in Amir Khan for his upcoming bout with Paulie Malignaggi. When Brad Cooney asked; ?What do you tell Amir going into that…
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Manny Pacquiao or Adam Carolla: Who’s the real idiot? Part II
To the best of this writer's understanding, comedians are supposed to be funny. Take Howard Stern for example...no wait, he's not funny. He's just controversial, belligerent, and vulgar. Adam Carolla is a…
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Sarah ?Da Thrilla From Manila? Goodson: First Filipina to win WIBF title
I had the pleasure of talking with Sarah Goodson on Friday evening about her boxing career, Manny Pacquiao, Teddy Atlas, Bernard Hopkins, and various other topics. In 2006, Sarah became the first…
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Boxer Stacy Goodson says Mosley will be the toughest opponent of Mayweather’s life
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a guy who loves to talk trash, stir up trouble, and incite controversy. In doing so, he always keeps his name on the tip of every boxing journalist's…
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Manny Pacquiao or Adam Carolla: Who’s the real idiot?
Adam Carolla must be desperate need of attention. His comments about Pacquiao and the Philippines are sure to get him some. About 90 million Filipinos are just beginning to hear about the…
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Bernard Hopkins vs. who?
Pundits keep saying the same things. "Nobody cares anymore." "This fight is ridiculous and irrelevant." "It should have happened 10 years ago." Well, for a fight that "nobody cares" about, it certainly…
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Exclusive interview: Melligen says Pacquiao and Mayweather inspire him
I had the pleasure to chat briefly (via interpreter) with Filipino prospect, Mark Jason Melligen on Wednesday night. Mark recently surprised his skeptics by winning a TKO victory over Raymond Gatica, who…
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Pacquiao is officially the most awarded boxer in history
Ever remember watching the movie ?Rocky? and getting inspired when he decided he wasn?t going to be a ?bum? anymore? The famous theme song began to play and Rocky began to work…
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Delray Raines to fight son of Thomas ?Hitman? Hearns: says ?Pacquiao is my idol!?
23 year old Paris, Arkansas resident, Delray ?The Rainmaker? Raines is preparing for the toughest fight of his career against Ronald ?The Chosen One? Hearns (24-1, 18 KOs). He claims that he…
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Campaign to clean up boxing should start with incompetent referees and judges
What's going on with the sport of boxing lately? Amongst rampant cries of unfounded PED allegations and Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Golden Boy Promotions' claims of intentions to ?clean up? the sport,…
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Abraham lands dirty punch: Dirrell wins by DQ
Arthur Abraham and Andre Dirrell faced off at the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit to kick off the 2nd stage of the Super Six World Boxing Classic Tournament for the WBA and…
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Are Americans prejudiced against Pacquiao?
Time and time again, it comes up. Racism and prejudice against ethnic minorities is certainly an important and disturbing issue. This is true not only in the United States, but all countries…
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Fans ask Pacquiao for one more fight before retiring
There will only be one Manny Pacquiao. As the boxing world wonders who will take his place, the brutal truth is that nobody ever will. When Manny Pacquiao hangs up the gloves,…
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Camacho wants Pacquiao or Mayweather
8CN talked to future hall of famer, Hector “Macho” Camacho. Camacho said he wants to make boxing history by fighting Pacquiao or Mayweather. At 47 years of age, Camacho still holds an…
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8CN Exclusive: Ana “The Hurricane”Julaton
Ana “The Hurricane” Julaton joined 8CN to talk about her upcoming bout on March 27th. Ana, (6-1-1, 1KO) will be facing Lisa “Bad News” Brown (16-4-3, 5KOs) for the vacant WBA title.…
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8CN Exclusive: Nonito Donaire Sr. Talks About Ana Julaton
8CN had the great privilege to speak with renowned trainer, Nonito Donaire Sr. about his star pupil, Ana “The Hurricane” Julaton. Ana (6-1-1, 1KO) will be facing Lisa “Bad News” Brown (16-4-3,…
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8CN Exclusive: Karim Mayfield
8CN talked with Karim “Hard Hitta” Mayfield fresh off his majority decision victory over Mario Ramos on Friday night. Mayfield's professional record now stands at 12-0-1 with 7 KOs. He's a pleasant…
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Pacquiao Won, But…….
Let the excuses begin. Manny Pacquiao's talents and accomplishments in the sport of boxing are generally recognized and appreciated by casual boxing fans and hardcore enthusiasts alike. However, there remains a very…
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8CN Ringside Report Pacquiao vs. Clottey
Pacquiao was heavily favored by the crowd of spectators that surrounded the official weigh in area just outside the Cowboys Stadium in Dallas Texas on Friday. Clottey came out early to pre-check…
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