Chris Robinson
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Bert Sugar?s old school frustration towards Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Moments after last Saturday?s lackluster rematch between Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones, fans and media alike began exiting the Mandalay Bay Events Center in disbelief at what they had just witnessed. Sporting…
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Welterweight ?dark horse? Andre Berto returns to the ring this Saturday night
January 30th was supposed to be a big night for WBC welterweight champion Andre Berto. The Haitian-American was scheduled to face off with fellow titlist Shane Mosley at the Mandalay Bay in…
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Boxing insiders speak from ringside at the Mandalay Bay on Mayweather-Mosley
Last night?s rematch between bitter rivals Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones failed to deliver on the definitive conclusion that both men had promised heading into the contest. After some notable fouls, a…
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Buddy McGirt guides his son to victory in Las Vegas, also speaks on Mayweather-Mosley
Last night at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, Super Middleweight James McGirt Jr. improved his record to 22-2-1 with 11 knockouts by impressively stopping journeyman John Mackey…
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Bernard Hopkins beats Roy Jones by unanimous decision in lackluster fight
Moments ago at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada, living legends Bernard ?The Executioner? Hopkins and Roy Jones Jr. put attempted to end their long-running feud once and for all. While…
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Rashad Holloway bids a fond farewell to the Wild Card Gym with move to Las Vegas
Adapting to change is a necessity in the sport of boxing. Moments ago I caught up with Welterweight Rashad Holloway and was informed of everything new in his career. Needless to say,…
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With a Jones-Hopkins rematch hours away, Naazim Richardson reflects on Bernard?s persona
In just a matter of hours Bernard Hopkins will set foot in the ring for a long-desired grudge match with his rival Roy Jones Jr. Hopkins lost a competitive but clear decision…
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Erislandy Lara wins tough decision over Danny Perez, Velasquez impressively stops Terry in the 4th
During his last stop in Las Vegas, undefeated Cuban southpaw Erislandy Lara fought a gritty battle with Contender Season 2 winner Grady Brewer. After some tense moments and heated exchanges, Lara would…
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Newsflash: Mike Tyson and Roberto Duran in Las Vegas to attend Roy Jones-Bernard Hopkins II
Moments at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, former Heavyweight champion of the world Mike Tyson was spotted sitting next to fellow living legend Roberto 'Hands of Stone'…
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Beneath the surface: Assessing Joan Guzman?s future at 140 pounds
When taking a look at Joan Guzman at the moment it would be easy to have mixed feelings. If anyone watched the Dominican?s split-decision victory over Ali Funeka last Saturday night they…
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Sergio Martinez makes an unassuming pit stop in Las Vegas before pivotal bout with Kelly Pavlik
During last week?s open media workout for the HBO Boxing After Dark doubleheader featuring Marcos Maidana?s thrilling knockout over Victor Cayo and Joan Guzman?s split decision over Ali Funeka, there happened to…
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Exclusive Image Gallery: Bernard Hopkins shakes out and talks to the media
Earlier today at the Mizuya Lounge inside of the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada, living legend Bernard Hopkins participated in an open media workout and later spoke to the press about…
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Exclusive image gallery: Roy Jones Jr. works out, says he?ll stop Hopkins on Saturday
Earlier today at the Mizuya Lounge inside the Mandalay Bay, Roy Jones worked out and showed off his still-confident swagger to the media and onlookers alike. At 41 years of age and…
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What we learned about Andre Dirrell this weekend
Heading into the Super Six tournament last Fall, unbeaten American Andre Dirrell was the one fighter with probably the most question marks surrounding him. Despite sporting a 18-0 record with 13 knockouts…
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Marcos Maidana?s brutal nature could spell trouble for 140-pound class
Heading into last night?s interim WBA Jr. Welterweight title defense against Victor Cayo, once-beaten Marcos Maidana was still an enigma to many in the sport. Maidana?s 27-1 record with 26 knockouts was…
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Maidana blasts Cayo after six heated rounds,Guzman salvages career with split win over Ali Funeka
Tonight's interim WBA Jr. Welterweight title fight between champion Marcos Maidana and challenger Victor Cayo was a showdown between two young and hungry pugilists who were relatively unknown to American audiences. Both…
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Joan Guzman salvages career with split decision win over Ali Funeka
Heading into his rematch with Ali 'Rush Hour' Funeka, Joan Guzman's reputation had already taken a severe hit. The Dominican escaped with a controversial draw against his South African foe this past…
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Joan Guzman salvages career with split decision win over Ali Funeka
Heading into his rematch with Ali 'Rush Hour' Funeka, Joan Guzman's reputation had already taken a severe hit. The Dominican escaped with a controversial draw against his South African foe this past…
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Freddie Roach talks Mayweather-Mosley, drug testing, and more with Jim Rome
In a recent edition of Jim Rome is Burning, world renown trainer Freddie Roach dropped by to discuss a myriad of topics ranging from his own career as a fighter, his fighter…
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Exclusive weigh-in photos: Guzman overweight, Funeka confident, Maidana and Cayo ready to go
Moments ago at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, the participants for Saturday?s HBO Boxing After Dark doubleheader all weighed in. The attractive twin bill is highlighted by Marcos Maidana?s defense of…
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