Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Game-changer: Andre Ward graced boxing with dignity, leaves on top as Hall of Fame beckons
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing lost another of its light brigade this week as present pound for pound king Andre Ward followed the former in Floyd Mayweather Jr. by departing the sport on a high. Ward,…
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Saunders out-points Monroe Jr. before son offers in-ring apology for ‘punch in the nuts’
By Phil D. Jay
Billy Joe Saunders shook off some obvious ring rust against a shot-shy Willie Monroe Jr. to defend his WBO middleweight title in London. The 28 year-old, returning from a nine-month absence, did…
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Exclusive: Jeff Horn v Manny Pacquiao II in jeopardy, Bradley Skeete on list of three replacements
By Phil D. Jay
Jeff Horn?s fight with Manny Pacquiao looks set to at least be delayed until next year as the Australian bids for a return to action in the coming months. Horn defeated Pacquaio…
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Exclusive: Jones opens up on Margarito loss, rematch hopes and reveals new Mexico fight offer
By Phil D. Jay
American slugger Carson Jones has opened to WBN following his controversial defeat at the hands of Antonio Margarito over the weekend. The 31 year-old travelled to Chihuahua for what he expected to…
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Exclusive: Sergey Kovalev not retiring, next fight in the works – says Kathy Duva
By Phil D. Jay
Former light-heavyweight king Sergey Kovalev is preparing for his imminent return and won't be retiring as rumored, according to promoter Kathy Duva. Reports from Russia had stated the 'Krusher' was seriously considering…
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Kell Brook training in Spain, but future remains unclear
By Phil D. Jay
Former world welterweight title holder Kell Brook has begun training in Spain as a cloud continues to hang over the Sheffield man's career. The 31 year-old, who lost his title to Errol…
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Exclusive: Mayweather wins or McGregor chooses to get DQ?d ? says Horn coach Rushton
By Phil D. Jay
Welterweight title holder Jeff Horn will have one eye on this weekend?s massive clash between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor just in case he has a chance of facing the winner. Holding…
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Floyd Mayweather by KO….Really?
By Phil D. Jay
A host of top boxing personnel have thrown their weight behind a Floyd Mayweather knockout on August 26 against Conor McGregor despite the fact of the former pound for pound king being…
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Exclusive: Shane Mosley reveals SHOCKING REAL reason for retirement
By Phil D. Jay
Former three-weight world title holder ?Sugar? Shane Mosley has given WBN an explanation of causes for his retirement following initial reports breaking late on Tuesday. An interview stating his inability to train…
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Exclusive: Second Pacquiao victory brings Horn vindication – trainer
By Phil D. Jay
Jeff Horn?s trainer Glenn Rushton is hoping his fighter can once again nail down home advantage for what would be a massive return with Manny Pacquiao in 2017. Horn overcame the odds…
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Why the heavyweight division could REALLY use a World Boxing Super Series right about now
By Phil D. Jay
As fans look forward to the start of the first two World Boxing Super Series tournaments in a few weeks? time, the heavyweight division has gone into a whirlwind since the retirement…
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Why the heavyweight division could REALLY use a World Boxing Super Series right about now
By Phil D. Jay
As fans look forward to the start of the first two World Boxing Super Series tournaments in a few weeks? time, the heavyweight division has gone into a whirlwind since the retirement…
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Exclusive: Horn?s coach Rushton talks Pacquiao controversy, eyes more convincing rematch win
By Phil D. Jay
Jeff Horn was celebrated in his home country following a famous win over Manny Pacquiao last month, although a big number of detractors took the opportunity to slate the hard-working Australian?s victory.…
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Exclusive: Jeff Horn expecting to face Manny Pacquiao next, discusses victory controversy
By Phil D. Jay
Welterweight world champion Jeff Horn is banking on a second meeting with Manny Pacquiao coming to fruition over the next few weeks as the Australian bids to prove his victory was justified.…
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Wladimir Klitschko retires, Anthony Joshua v Deontay Wilder unification rumors grow
By Phil D. Jay
Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn has admitted defeat in his attempts to secure a rematch for Anthony Joshua against Wladimir Klitschko. Hearn broke the news on Thursday that former unified king Klitschko has…
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Exclusive: Amir Khan, Team Fury 100% behind Asif Vali following internet claims
By Phil D. Jay
Boxing manager and advisor Asif Vali has been forced to deny sensational internet claims he pocketed money from selling stories on former world champions Tyson Fury and Amir Khan. Vali, who is…
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Arum: I told people Pacquiao would be troubled, Horn probably the strongest welterweight
By Phil D. Jay
Top Rank boss Bob Arum recalled the previous warning given when addressing Manny Pacquiao?s defeat to Jeff Horn recently. Pacquaio lost out via a highly-disputed decision in Brisbane and Arum said he…
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Mayweather v McGregor: A PPV record-breaking u-turn
By Phil D. Jay
It's no secret a big portion of the boxing media are simply against Floyd Mayweather giving Conor McGregor the biggest payday of his career for what they call a complete mismatch. But…
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Exclusive: Rigondeaux reacts to Flores NC decision, focused on landing Lomachenko – even at 130
By Phil D. Jay
Guillermo Rigondeaux's has reacted to WBN after his recent win over Moises Flores was officially amended to a No Contest on the Cuban's record. 'Rigo' knocked mandatory challenger Flores out with a…
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Andre Ward given unwarranted harsh criticism for exceptional Sergey Kovalev performance
By Phil D. Jay
The low blow row continues as Pound for Pound number one Andre Ward is lambasted in some quarters for what was a clinical beatdown of a world class fighter in Sergey Kovalev.…