Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Exclusive: ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez talks Abraham clash, expects war
By Phil D. Jay
Mexican contender Gilberto Ramirez Sanchez is fast approaching his defining night as the southpaw prepares to challenge WBO super-middleweight champion Arthur Abraham on April 9. At just 24 years old, Ramirez can…
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Ryabinsky eyes merging Wilder-Povetkin / Lebedev-Ramirez events
By Phil D. Jay
Ambitious Russian promoter Andrey Ryabinsky is hoping to put his two upcoming world title bouts together on the same high-profile bill. Having won the purse bid to arrange Deontay Wilder versus his…
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Khan remains WBC mandatory for Garcia, will decide after Canelo
By Phil D. Jay
The World Boxing Council have confirmed Amir Khan retains his place as mandatory challenger at welterweight despite moving up two divisions to face Canelo Alvarez. Khan, 29, chose to fight Canelo on…
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Exclusive: Eubank Jr on British title bid, chasing Saunders rematch
By Phil D. Jay
British middleweight star Chris Eubank Jr spoke to WBN in the wake of the press conference announcement for his British title battle with UK belt holder Nick Blackwell on March 26. Fresh…
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New IBF Rankings position Haye for Martin / Joshua shot
By Phil D. Jay
The International Boxing Federation released their latest ratings on Wednesday with only two changes to last month?s list. Despite expectations of a shake-up in the rankings, only David Haye and Jarrell Miller…
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De La Hoya on Canelo v Khan: They wrote Pacquiao off, he retire me!
By Phil D. Jay
Golden Boy Promotions CEO Oscar De La Hoya has hinted at a possible shock on May 7 when his star fighter Canelo Alvarez battles Amir Khan in Las Vegas. Canelo puts his…
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Warren on Rigo: I’ll make Frampton an offer he shouldn’t refuse
By Phil D. Jay
In his new role working alongside Guillermo Rigondeaux promoters Roc Nation, Frank Warren says he's prepared to make Carl Frampton an 'attractive offer' to face the Cuban. The WBA announced a June…
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Theophane dreams of victory over ?vulnerable? Broner
By Phil D. Jay
Briton Ashley Theophane steps up to world level once again next month when the former Lonsdale Belt holder tackles talented multi-weight champion Adrien Broner in Washington. The 35 year-old, riding a six-fight…
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Rigondeaux or Wake? – Frampton left with title decision to make
By Phil D. Jay
Belfast?s favourite boxing son Carl Frampton is currently on cloud nine following a career-defining win over Scott Quigg on Saturday night at Manchester Arena. The 28 year-old carded a debated split decision…
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Former boxer, Rocky star Tony ?throw the damn towel!? Burton dies
By Phil D. Jay
Actor Tony Burton, famous for his role as Apollo Creed?s trainer in the Rocky movie franchise, died on Thursday in California. An iconic figure on the silver screen, Burton lost his battle…
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Watch: Frampton v Quigg dressing room presser fury, Hearn head-to-head row
By Phil D. Jay
Carl Frampton and Scott Quigg were embroiled in a heated argument over dressing rooms for their eagerly-awaited super bantamweight title unification this weekend. At Thursday's press conference, Frampton and Quigg overshadowed proceedings…
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Carl Frampton: I?ll outbox, outgun Scott Quigg
By Phil D. Jay
IBF super bantamweight champion Carl Frampton is fully confident of adding Scott Quigg?s WBA version to his belt haul when the pair collide at Manchester Arena on Saturday night. The 29 year-old…
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Exclusive: Shane Mosley denies Antonio Margarito rematch ahead of potential world title shot
By Phil D. Jay
Former world champion and all-round boxing superstar, ?Sugar? Shane Mosley is on the verge of securing another title shot, WBN have been informed. The 44 year-old had been linked to a possible…
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Linares stripped, Zlaticanin v Marsili in line for vacant WBC belt
By Phil D. Jay
The World Boxing Council lightweight title is set to be held by a European later this year following the decision by the body to strip Venezuelan Jorge Linares of his title. Linares…
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Look: Amir Khan begins bulking up for Canelo Alvarez clash
By Phil D. Jay
Former 140 pound king Amir Khan has begun the long, painstaking preparations for his future debut fifteen pounds higher on May 7. The 29 year-old will battle the formidable Mexican Canelo Alvarez,…
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Exclusive: Duva marks calendar for Kovalev v Ward, eyes Nov 19 date
By Phil D. Jay
Promoter Kathy Duva has informed WBN that a mid-November date is pencilled in for a massive light heavyweight clash between Sergey Kovalev and ex-168-pound king Andre Ward. Talks to make the mouth-watering…
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Editor?s view: Frampton v Quigg ? Talent versus Dedication
By Phil D. Jay
Less than a week away from one of the most anticipated clashes in British boxing?s lower weight divisions and it seems to be toss up between super bantamweights Carl Frampton and Scott…
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Exclusive: How athletic will Khan be at 155 or 160? – Thurman
By Phil D. Jay
WBA welterweight champion Keith Thurman recently gave his detailed view to WBN on the upcoming Canelo Alvarez v Amir Khan catchweight bout scheduled for May 7 in Las Vegas. The pair collide…
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Fight Updates: Lomachenko v Walters; Jack v Chavez Jr; Douglas v Soliman
By Phil D. Jay
A massive clash between WBO 126 pound champion Vasyl Lomachenko and top super-featherweight contender Nicholas Walters is in the works, according to Top Rank promoter Bob Arum. The veteran promoter told press…
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Look: Mike Tyson dresses as Rocky Icon Clubber Lang for US TV show
By Phil D. Jay
Former undisputed world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has again shown he's game for a laugh as the one-time ?Baddest Man on the Planet? prepared for his latest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!…