Chris Robinson
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Roundtable discussion: The boxing media gives their predictions for Abraham-Dirrell
This weekend is chalked full of boxing action but no bout stands out as much as the Stage Two Super Six showdown between undefeated Arthur Abraham and Michigan native Andre Dirrell. Sporting…
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Is this the end of the line for Edwin Valero?
For a fighter who had experienced many setbacks in recent years, WBC Lightweight champion Edwin Valero seemed poised for a big 2010 campaign. On February 6th of this year the Venezuelan completely…
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Exclusive images: Victor Cayo looking to exploit Maidana?s weaknesses this weekend
Heading into his fight against interim WBA Jr. Welterweight champion Marcos Maidana this weekend, 25-year old Victory Manuel Cayo?s confidence is at an all time high. Despite going up against one of…
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Exclusive images: Ali Funeka looking to settle the score against Joan Guzman this Saturday night
Earlier today at the Extreme Couture Gym in Las Vegas, Nevada, Ali Funeka spoke to the media about his upcoming rematch this Saturday night with Joan Guzman. Funeka followed up by participating…
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Layla McCarter and Friday Ahunanya look for success in New Zealand
For the past few months good friends Layla McCarter and Friday Ahunanya have been preparing for pivotal bouts in their respective careers. McCarter is the WBA female lightweight champion of the world…
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Showtime’s Steve Farhood speaks on the characters and storylines surrounding Pacquiao’s future
Speaking candidly inside of the Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas during last month’s Pinoy Power 3/Latin Fury 13 weigh-in, Showtime analyst Steve Farhood shared with me his early foray into the sport…
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Freddie Roach protege Jose Benavidez speaks on his experiences during the Pacquiao-Clottey weekend
The past few months have been quite the ride for seventeen-year old prospect Jose Benavidez. Having inked an exclusive deal with Top Rank around the start of the New Year, the Arizona…
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Boxing insiders weigh in on the ever-evolving Amir Khan-Paulie Malignaggi saga
This past week the recent press tour announcing the May 15th Amir Khan-Paulie Malignaggi bout was well documented from both ends of the spectrum. Khan has shown great strides following his 2008…
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Photo journalist Chris Cozzone covers Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
When we last spoke with FightNews’ photo journalist Chris Cozzone, he was days away from getting ready for a big trip to Texas to cover all of the developments and storylines revolving…
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Champion Celestino Caballero calls Pacquiao a warrior but still ranks Mayweather and Hopkins higher
Inside of Richard Steele Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Celestino Caballero continues to train tirelessly for his upcoming April 10th date against undefeated Daud Yordan. Caballero is moving up in weight for…
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The morning after: Boxing minds weigh in on Pacquiao’s performance and his future
Last night at the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, Manny Pacquiao delivered a thoroughly convincing performance in decisioning Joshua Clottey over twelve lopsided rounds. With the win Pacquiao successfully defended his WBO Welterweight belt…
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Exclusive images: Pacquiao dominates Clottey for decision win, open to either Mayweather or Mosley
Moments ago at the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, WBO Welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao retained his title with a dominant twelve round unanimous decision over Joshua Clottey. Despite not every being able to drop…
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The story in pictures: One last look at Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
At the moment we are just mere hours away from the highly anticipated WBO Welterweight title bout between champion Manny Pacquiao and challenger Joshua Clottey. The showdown, taking place at Dallas Cowboys…
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Roundtable discussion: Will Floyd Mayweather be watching tomorrow night?
“Good fight Nate!” Those were the words from Floyd Mayweather Jr. to Lightweight contender Nate Campbell on March 8th, 2008 just moments after the Jacksonville, Florida native had finished polishing off then…
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Exclusive image gallery: Pacquiao and Clottey both make weight for Saturday night
Moments ago both Manny Pacquiao and Joshua Clottey made weight for their WBO Welterweight title fight tomorrow night at Dallas Cowboys Stadium. Las Vegas photographer Chris Farina was able to capture images…
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‘Nothing like it’: Photo journalist Chris Cozzone reflects on his time covering Manny Pacquiao
At this point in time, Chris Cozzone is most likely a very busy man. The Las Vegas based photo journalist hit Dallas yesterday for this weekend’s Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey card…
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Despite being miles away, Manny Pacquiao’s presence is still felt in Las Vegas
It is the Wednesday before a Manny Pacquiao fight and typically around this point in time the streets of Las Vegas began heating up with a certain kind of buzz in relation…
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Exclusive images, quotes, and predictions from final Pacquiao-Clottey press conference
Earlier today the final press conference for the March 13th Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey bout took place in Arlington, Texas. Las Vegas based photographer Chris Farina was able to capture some…
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Early images and reactions from Dallas: Pacquiao, Clottey, and Soto during fight week
There is nothing quite like the anticipation that takes place during the week of a big fight. Boxing is a sport different than any other in that there are several events and…
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Veteran Miguel Diaz speaks on the intertwining lives of Pacquiao, Clottey, Mayweather, and Cotto
Involved in the sport of boxing for well over sixty years, Miguel Diaz’ boxing odyssey has been one that has seen him work the corner of countless champions and contenders from the…
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