Brad Cooney
1,153 articles · PhilBoxing.com
-
Pavlik to Ward “I want the fight!” 8CN Podcast
By Brad Cooney
Former undisputed middleweight world champion Kelly Pavlik sat down with 8CN and updated us on the Andre Ward situation. Pavlik tells 8CN that he definitely wants this fight, and he'll be talking…
-
50 Cent Vs. Al Haymon equals NO TV dates for 50
By Brad Cooney
Here's a memo for Hip Hop dude turned prize fight promoter 50 Cent - Don't piss off Al Haymon. I wonder if 50 realizes that having a good stable of fighter's doesn't…
-
Will this version of Pacquiao fire up his fans once again?
By Brad Cooney
Manny Pacquiao surely has millions of fans around the world. One thing for certain is that many of them are hungry to see the Pacman of old. In recent fights, Pacquiao has…
-
Zab Judah Vs. Danny Garcia? Judah talks to 8CN!
By Brad Cooney
8CN just spoke with the former 4 time world champion Zab "Super" Judah. Zab tells 8CN that a fight between himself, and WBA/WBC Jr welterweight world champion Danny Garcia. Judah tells 8CN…
-
The boxing world remembers Emanuel Steward
By Brad Cooney
The boxing world lost one of the nicest guys in our sport. Emanuel Steward impacted many lives in boxing. I caught up with a few people that all boxing fans have heard…
-
Malignaggi talks Cano win, Hatton rematch, Pacquiao, and MORE!
By Brad Cooney
Current 2 time welterweight world champion Paulie Malignaggi (32-4-7KO) sat down with 8CN and talked about his recent victory over Pablo Cesar Cano. Malignaggi was in a tough scrap in front of…
-
Bob Arum talks Pacquiao, Mayweather, 50 Cent, Rios, and MORE!
By Brad Cooney
Top Rank head Bob Arum sat down with 8CountNews and gave us an update on the Top Rank stable. Arum talks about the brilliant performance put forth by Nonito Donaire over Nishioka.…
-
Drian Francisco talks IBF eliminator fight, Pacquiao, Justine Fortune, and MORE!
By Brad Cooney
8CN sat down with current super bantamweight contender Drian Francisco (23-1-18KO) of the Philippines (IBF Ranked number 10) and got his thoughts on his big upcoming IBF title eliminator fight. He's scheduled…
-
Holyfield to retire Oct 19th
By Brad Cooney
8CN just spoke with the former 4 time heavyweight world champion Evander Holyfield and got an update on his boxing career. Holyfield dropped a bomb shell in telling us that he will…
-
Filipino Pacquiao fans are everywhere! Including Mississippi, USA
By Brad Cooney
Every year here in Jackson, Mississippi we have our state fair. Usually every year around this time the state enjoys it's first cold front of the season. People enjoy the first cool…
-
The fans speak out on Pacquiao Vs. Marquez
By Brad Cooney
It's been awhile since I did the city tour of our local sports pubs. I decided to hit the road and ask the fans what their thoughts were concerning the 4th fight…
-
Pacman may need a knockout just to get a draw
By Brad Cooney
Anyone who has what we call "eyes" in their head knows that Manny Pacquiao beat the brakes off of Timothy Bradley. Unfortunately, the judges who were sitting ringside for whatever reasons gave…
-
Does Pacquiao need a knockout Vs. JMM for a win?
By Brad Cooney
Honestly? I'm not losing sleep in anticipation for yet another Pacquiao Vs. Marquez fight. That said, the first 3 times these two cats mixed it up, each fight was a damn good…
-
Sadam Ali returns Oct 27th in Brooklyn, NY
By Brad Cooney
Undefeated welterweight contender / US Olympian Sadam Ali (15-0-9KO) will return to the ring on October 27th, in Brooklyn, NY. Ali's "World Kid Promotions" will once again promote the card, which is…
-
Pavlik responds to Rodriguez “He’s horrible!”
By Brad Cooney
Pavlik responds to Edwin Rodriguez! ?I'd rather watch paint dry than fight Rodriguez? 8CN contacted the former undisputed middleweight world champion Kelly Pavlik in order to get his reaction to being called…
-
Roy Jones Jr talks career, Pacquiao, Mayweather, Kimbo Slice and more!
By Brad Cooney
Roy Jones Jr talks about recent rumors of a fight between himself and Kimbo Slice. He tells 8CN that talks went on, but he himself never spoke with Kimbo Slice. Roy tells…
-
Did Mayweather’s jail time make a difference?
By Brad Cooney
When Floyd Mayweather Jr was sentenced to the slammer for a few months many people rejoiced. The undefeated multiple world champion completed his stint, and now he is back out. I was…
-
Kelly Pavlik RIPS Chavez Jr, Mayweather, and wants a title shot next!
By Brad Cooney
8CountNews sat down with the former undisputed middleweight world champion Kelly Pavlik, and got his thoughts on a wide array of topics. Pavlik is coming off of an impressive win over Will…
-
Pacquiao agrees to smaller purse – What say you now Floyd?
By Brad Cooney
It's been several years now and the world still awaits the only real fight that matters. Floyd Mayweather Vs. Manny Pacquiao, the two pound for pound big boys on the block may…
-
Did Khan hurt Freddie Roach’ feelings by firing him?
By Brad Cooney
It used to be a match made in heaven, Freddie Roach the world known trainer and the rising star from the UK, Amir Khan. I have spoken with Roach (back when I…