Phil D. Jay
1,926 articles · WBN
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Invincible Rigo: Cuban way too good for his own good
By Phil D. Jay
Another week goes by and yet another mandatory opponent chooses not to face current super-bantamweight king Guillermo Rigondeaux for fear of being ridiculed in the ring. The latest to shun a stipulated…
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Andre Ward puts out heartfelt statement as promoter Dan Goossen dies
By Phil D. Jay
WBA super-middleweight champion Andre Ward made his feelings public on Monday following the sudden death of estranged long-time promoter Dan Goossen. Goossen died aged 64 of complications from liver cancer, according to…
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Super-fight on the ropes as Mayweather pokes fun at Pacquiao
By Phil D. Jay
The chances of a future mega-money clash between Floyd Mayweather and his career-nemesis Manny Pacquiao look to slim as the pound for pound king heads into the final two bouts of his…
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Mosley encourages son following first loss: Being a world champion is in his blood
By Phil D. Jay
After recently informing WBN that he is no longer seeking out his next fight, 'Sugar' Shane Mosley will be moving more towards the managing and training side of the sport for the…
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WBC plans sit down talks to make Mayweather v Pacquiao happen
By Phil D. Jay
After Floyd Mayweather clearly defeated Marcos Maidana in their much anticipated rematch, there have been countless news stories, articles and statements in the press regarding the fight that has been in the…
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Ortiz stars in news movie ahead of November return, eyes Berto rematch
By Phil D. Jay
Former world champion-turned movie star Victor Ortiz has another role in the can as the American switches his attention back to his boxing career following an eight month absence. A role in…
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Mayweather cold on Pacquiao, Khan fights, Cotto rematch the standout option
By Phil D. Jay
Another exceptional performance from Floyd Mayweather at the weekend means that there are just two fights left for the pound for pound king until he hangs up his gloves in 2015. The…
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Alexander says Maidana can only win by KO, but sees decline in Mayweather
By Phil D. Jay
Former world champion and current welterweight contender Devon Alexander is backing Floyd Mayweather to get back to his old domineering self on Saturday night and defeat Marcos Maidana in more impressive fashion.…
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Kubrat Pulev: If Klitschko is clean why won?t he get tested?
By Phil D. Jay
Heavyweight title challenger Kubrat Pulev has once against doubted the integrity of forthcoming opponent Wladimir Kltischko as the Bulgarian eagerly awaits his shot at the Ukrainian's titles. The 33 year-old gave a…
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Mayweather: I was boxer and referee in first Maidana fight
By Phil D. Jay
Pound for pound king Floyd Mayweather Jr expects new third man Kenny Bayless to keep on top of any underhand tactics as the five-weight world champion approaches his rematch with Marcos Maidana.…
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IBF champion Kell Brook stabbed in the leg whilst in Tenerife
By Phil D. Jay
According to UK news source Sky Sports, IBF welterweight world champion Kell Brook was stabbed in the leg on Wednesday whilst on holiday in Tenerife. The 28 year-old, who defeated unbeaten American…
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Mayweather: Maidana will never be able to knock me out!
By Phil D. Jay
Pound for pound best in the world Floyd Mayweather Jr. says his opponent's lack of adaptability will be the main factor when the current two-weight world title holder defends his title belts…
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Ellerbe: Maidana will have to confront his disrespect to Floyd
By Phil D. Jay
Floyd Mayweather's right hand man Leonard Ellerbe believes the current two-weight world title holder is even more driven to succeed against Marcos Maidana on September 13 when the pair collide for a…
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IBF: Jermain Taylor innocent until proven guilty, cleared to fight Sam Soliman
By Phil D. Jay
The International Boxing Federation have informed WBN that there is nothing to stop Jermain Taylor taking his place opposite middleweight champion Sam Soliman on October 8 in Biloxi, Mississippi. Taylor, 36, was…
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Judge sets Jermain Taylor bail at $25,000, Sam Soliman fight not dead yet
By Phil D. Jay
Jermain Taylor has appeared in court via video link on Wednesday and can be released on bail for $25,000. Little Rock-born Taylor was arrested for allegedly shooting his cousin during an altercation…
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Algieri is smart and fit, that makes him my most dangerous foe ? Pacquiao
By Phil D. Jay
Manny Pacquiao was taking nothing away from underdog opponent Chris Algieri as the two kicked off their lengthy press tour which will take the fighters from one side of the world to…
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Broner claims Peterson fight on October 18, Taylor and manager confirm joke
By Phil D. Jay
Adrien Broner caused a stir on Monday night by posting on Instagram that he will challenge Lamont Peterson for the IBF light-welterweight title on October 18 at the Barclays Center in New…
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Sulaiman: ?Major ?fight for Cotto in May 2015, then Golovkin v Rubio winner
By Phil D. Jay
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has outlined what could be in store for middleweight champion Miguel Cotto in the immediate future, along with denying that the Puerto Rican has vacated the title. There…
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Mayweather responds to lack of education digs: Read this $72,276,000.00!
By Phil D. Jay
The 'Money' Man is at it again as pound for pound king Floyd Mayweather flaunts his wealth via social media in the form of two huge payouts from Golden Boy Promotions in…
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Sulaiman says Canada venue probable for Stiverne v Wilder as purse bid looms
By Phil D. Jay
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has exclusively told WBN that the forthcoming mandatory between Bermane Stiverne and Deontay Wilder could be taking place on the champion's home soil in Canada. Sulaiman set the…