Sal Arteaga
20 articles · Fight Saga
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Floyd Mayweather: Winner 2 of 4 is a better choice than Manny Pacquiao?
By Sal Arteaga
Floyd Mayweather may regret what he told radio DJ Kelly Mac recently. When asked by Ms. Mac where things stood with Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, Floyd stated, "Pacquiao is 1-2 in his last…
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Zab Judah vs Paul Malignaggi: Brownsville vs. Bensonhurst
By Sal Arteaga
Tonight, Brooklyn's Barclay Center will be host to a good ole' turf battle between two top welterweights, Zab Judah from Brownsville and Paul Malignaggi from Bensonhurst. The winner will be crowned 'King…
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Brandon Rios: Knockout-minded underdog seeks upset
By Sal Arteaga
The day has finally arrived as boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao makes his long awaited return against the always-aggressive Brandon Rios tonight. Strategies have been carefully developed by the fighters' trainers. (Main pic…
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Manny Pacquiao vs Brandon Rios: Can the underdog follow Marquez’s blueprint and KO PacMan?
By Sal Arteaga
Brandon Rios was recently interviewed by our friends at 'Desde El Ring' and provided great insight on how he intends to defeat Manny Pacquiao this Saturday. He intends to duplicate Juan Manuel…
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Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios: Freddie Roach vs. Robert Garcia
By Sal Arteaga
Manny Pacquiao will take on Brandon Rios this Saturday, November 23rd in Macau, China in what appears to be a very interesting match-up. The sport of boxing is truly a Sweet Science…
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Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios: Can Freddie Roach script another resurgent effort?
By Sal Arteaga
Freddie Roach, multiple 'Trainer of the Year' recipient and trainer of champions, is on a bit of a hot streak, having recently led two of his top fighters to outstanding victories. He…
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Floyd Mayweather vs Gennady Golovkin? Fans want superfight
By Sal Arteaga
Floyd Mayweather, the WBC Welterweight Champion and Lineal/RING Magazine jr middleweight champion, defeated Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez in September and looks to fight again May 2014. With the prospect of Mayweather facing fellow…
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Alvarado vs Provodnikov: Time, odds, stats and facts
By Sal Arteaga
For fight fans disappointed with some of the technical 'chess matches' showcased the last few weeks, brace yourself for a battle between two gritty, hard-hitting warriors who love to bang. Alvarado vs…
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Miguel Cotto vs. Delvin Rodriguez | Puerto Rican turns back the clock
By Sal Arteaga
A very determined Miguel Cotto (38-4, 31 KO's) made a statement with an impressive performance against Delvin Rodriguez (28-7-3, 16 KO's), showing the world he's still an elite fighter. As Cotto made…
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Juan Manuel Marquez violently disfigures speedbag in training (Video)
By Sal Arteaga
Future hall of famer Juan Manuel Marquez sends a strong message to Timothy Bradley ahead of their October 12th showdown. Recently during training, the 40 year old fight legend is seen blasting…
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Miguel Cotto vs Delvin Rodriguez: High drama in Orlando
By Sal Arteaga
After a 309 day layoff Miguel Cotto (37-4, 30 KO's) is set to make his return against Delvin Rodriguez (28-6-3, 16 KO's) this Saturday, October 5th in Orlando, FL. Cotto is back…
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Floyd Mayweather vs Amir Khan: Brit is front-runner in the Mayweather Sweepstakes
By Sal Arteaga
Several sources are reporting that Amir Khan will be the next opponent for Floyd Mayweather Jr. Neither camp has denied or confirmed the reports, but credible sources insist Khan is the front-runner…
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Chavez Jr vs Vera: Time, prediction and why size will matter
By Sal Arteaga
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (46-1-1, 32 KO's) made the newly agreed upon weight limit of 173 pounds by weighing-in at 172.4 pounds while Brian Vera (23-6, 14 KO's) tipped the scale at…
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Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather: Still the biggest fight in boxing
By Sal Arteaga
The numbers for Mayweather vs Canelo: 'The One' were announced September 19th and a record-breaking $150 million in pay-per-per view (PPV) revenue was generated. The previous mark of $136 million was set…
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Floyd Mayweather Jr: Deserving of the Praise?
By Sal Arteaga
Add another name to the list of champions that have fallen to undisputed pound-for-pound king Floyd Mayweather Jr. (45-0, 26 KO's). Before him stood a formidable opponent who solis possessed speed, power,…
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Mayweather vs Garcia? A legend chimes in
By Sal Arteaga
Las Vegas, NV - Following Danny Garcia's win over Lucas Matthysse Saturday night, current IBF Light-Heavyweight Champion Bernard Hopkins told a select few members of the press why Danny Garcia can challenge…
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Mayweather vs Canelo: Las Vegas is Pro Alvarez?
By Sal Arteaga
Las Vegas, NV - In what is known as the pound-for-pound king's home, Las Vegas may be anything but this Mexican Independence weekend. The weigh-in was held at the MGM Grand but…
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Mayweather vs Canelo ?lvarez Training | Sa?l on Schedule with Weight
By Sal Arteaga
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez's (42-0-1, 30 KO's) training regimen for Mayweather vs Canelo is right on schedule compared to previous camps. It seems unneeded attention and speculation has risen of his weight, when…
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Canelo Alvarez: A Proven Fighter?
By Sal Arteaga
Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez is currently the WBC/WBA Junior Middleweight titleholder and RING Magazine/Lineal Light Middleweight Champion. He's defeated 42 opponents, 30 of them by knockout, and has yet to experience the bitter…
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‘Canelo’ vs Floyd Mayweather: Can Sa?l ?lvarez Pull Off the Upset?
By Sal Arteaga
Floyd Mayweather Jr. (44-0, 26 KO's) is set to meet boxing's newest star Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez (42-0-1, 30 KO's) on September 14th. Floyd is considered by many the best pound-for-pound boxer, as…