Chris Robinson
2,441 articles · PhilBoxing.com
-
Floyd Mayweather goes to war with Holly Madison and other celebs for Las Vegas bragging rights
It seems so fitting that Floyd Mayweather has long since made Las Vegas his adopted home. The 33-year old?s brash style, penchant for flossing, charismatic personality, and love of the spotlight all…
-
Images of the month: Cotto?s revival, Chavez? statement, Melligen found, Mayweather?s view and more
Heading into June of 2010 it was assumed by many that it was going to be a slow month in the sport. With no huge bouts slated and nothing finalized in the…
-
Buboy Fernandez speaks on his friendship with Manny Pacquiao and the jealousy of the Mayweathers
It?s very hard finding people in this world who are truly loyal, especially in the twisted world of boxing. Very few industries are as cutthroat in its ways as the sweet science,…
-
Anthony Peterson meets fellow unbeaten Brandon Rios July 24th on HBO at the Palms in Las Vegas
When I spoke with Lightweight contender Anthony Peterson a few months ago he was a little discouraged. Having just had a potential bout with recently crowned WBC champion Humberto Soto pulled out…
-
The story in pictures: Bernabe Concepcion?s tireless pursuit of Juan Manuel Lopez
Monday afternoon at the Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles, California, featherweight contender Bernabe Concepcion could be found training diligently for his July 10th clash with WBO champion Juan Manuel Lopez. Taking…
-
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Miguel Cotto on the horizon?
The night of November 14, 2009 wasn?t a great one for either Miguel Cotto or Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Fighting separate opponents at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, the two…
-
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. wins decision over John Duddy in thrilling battle
Heading into tonight?s main event in San Antonio, Texas, there were a lot of question marks surrounding Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Whether it was due to his performances in the past or…
-
Latin Fury 15 updates: Wild Card prospect Jose Benavidez Jr. continues to shine with TKO over Beeman
Earlier tonight at the Alamodome in San Antonio, TX, 18-year old Jr. Welterweight prospect Jose Benavidez Jr. continued to impress, stopping Providence, Rhode Island's Josh Beeman in just 80 seconds. With the…
-
Anges Adjaho on Mark Melligen: ?I?m going to take him into deep water and beat the s*** out of him!”
I first remember meeting charismatic Anges Adjaho in the fall of 2008 as the Benin, West African fighter had flown down to South Florida to serve as a sparring partner for then…
-
Weigh in gallery: Julio Cesar Chavez comes in at 160; John Duddy weighs in at 159
While this summer is relatively slow in terms of boxing action there are still some meaningful fights on the horizon, including tomorrow night?s middleweight bout featuring newly transplanted Wild Card fighter Julio…
-
With a summer showcase less than a month away, Timothy Bradley?s name is heavily in the mix
I first recall meeting Timothy Bradley in March of 2008 in Cancun, Mexico under disappointing circumstances for the Palm Springs, California fighter. Bradley was in town with hopes of facing Jose Luis…
-
Quotes and images from final ‘Latin Fury 15’ press conference in San Antonio
Earlier today the final press conference for Saturday?s ?Latin Fury 15? card at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas was held. The card is headlined by Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (41-0-1, 30…
-
Word from the Wild Card: Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. still learning on the job
It?s hard to think how the aura inside an arena could change so dramatically in just an hour?s time but such was the case last November at the MGM Grand in Las…
-
Tony Martin eyeing Jesus Soto Karass and Andre Berto as future foes for Mark Melligen
Tony Martin has been around the sport of boxing for quite some time and is used to just about any curveball that could be thrown his way. Still, that didn?t stop the…
-
Image gallery: Freddie Roach, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., and Marco Antonio Barrera in San Antonio
Earlier today at the Jesse James Leija Champion Fit Gym in San Antonio, TX, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Marco Antonio Barrera participated in a media workout in advance of the June…
-
Is Andre Ward a marked man in Pacland?
I have never seen fans as passionate as those of Manny Pacquiao. Granted, I haven?t been around the game as long as some other seasoned old-school heads but nobody can deny the…
-
Amidst rumors of a super fight, Freddie Roach and Roger Mayweather break camp to handle business
With all the constant talk surrounding a potential super fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather it can be easy to lose sight of the big picture. An otherwise slow summer has…
-
Word from the Wild Card: Bernabe Concepcion focused and sparring Jr. Welterweight Ernie Zavala
If you are looking for a live underdog to root for this summer, Bernabe Concepcion may be your man. The 22-year old will find himself in the fight of his life this…
-
Interview with Alex Ariza (2 of 2): Looking at the many sides of Pacquiao and thoughts on Mayweather
In the first part of my interview with Alex Ariza I went back three years to when the Columbia native was living in Las Vegas and was met with the great opportunity…
-
The story in pictures: Andre Ward dominates and bullies Allan Green for a unanimous decision
Earlier tonight at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California, Andre ?S.O.G.? Ward defended his WBA Super Middleweight belt with a unanimous decision over Tulsa, Oklahoma?s Allan Green. The bout was part of…
.jpg)
.jpg)
