Chris Robinson
2,441 articles · PhilBoxing.com
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HBO’s Larry Merchant breaks down Pacquiao-Marquez III and its many subplots
In a move that was pretty much anticipated on all fronts yet still welcomed by many, Manny Pacquiao will defend his WBO welterweight title against heated rival Juan Manuel Marquez this coming…
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Images: Floyd Jr. and 50 Cent join Rihanna, Beyonce, others at Billboard Awards
When it comes to the career of Floyd Mayweather Jr. there is more speculation than actual real developments unfolding these days. Having not fought in a over a year dating back to…
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Alex Ariza’s thoughts on Chavez Jr., De La Hoya, Pacquiao-Marquez III and more
Earlier today an article by my colleague Ronnie Nathanielsz surprised me as Alex Ariza gave his thoughts on the troubled Oscar De La Hoya, who recently checked himself into a rehab clinic…
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Images from Quebec: A legendary night for Bernard ‘The Executioner’ Hopkins
Last night was truly a crowning moment for Bernard Hopkins. Facing off with ambidextrous Haitian-Canadian Jean Pascal inside of the Bell Centre in Quebec, Canada, Hopkins overcame a slow start before dominating…
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Images from Russia: Roy Jones down in a blaze of glory, TKO’d late by Lebedev
Today marks what is hopefully the last time that we see living legend Roy Jones Jr. inside of the ring as a professional fighter. After getting out hustled and outfought for nearly…
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“I couldn’t bet on that fight”- Shane Mosley’s quick take on Pacquiao-Mayweather
On May 7th Shane Mosley suffered what very well could have been his most humbling night as a professional when he was shut down over twelve dismal rounds by WBO welterweight champion…
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Antonio Margarito out for 2011 but swears his fighting days are far from over
In a little bit of news that has gone unnoticed, former welterweight champion Antonio Margarito claims that he will continue fighting after a visit to a specialist who examined the severity of…
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“I believe that Pacquiao is going to blow him away” – Juan ‘Baby Bull’ Diaz
During a recent conversation with Juan 'Baby Bull' Diaz I touched on a few key areas of the former champion's life such as his eventual return to the ring, his toughest loss…
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“It’s signed” – Erislandy Lara vs. Paul Williams set for July 9th on HBO
As first reported by Rick Reeno at BoxingScene.com moments ago, former welterweight and junior middleweight champion Paul Williams will return to the ring on July 9th when he faces off with unbeaten…
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Juan Diaz discusses his beef with Brandon Rios, ring return and life aspirations
It's been a while since former lightweight champion Juan 'Baby Bull' Diaz has scored a big victory under boxing's spotlight. Having gone 0-2 in his most recent fights, unanimous decision losses to…
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Nonito Donaire enjoying life but eyeing the likes of Arce, Darchinyan, and Mares
I think the most disappointing thing about the next two weeks, in terms of boxing, is the fact that May 28th was initially set to mark the return of WBC and WBO…
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Juan Manuel Marquez signs on for the Pacquiao fight at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Earlier today Top Rank President Todd DuBoef could be found inside of the Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles with reigning lightweight champion Juan Manuel Marquez. To say that the two men…
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Images from Los Angeles: Media for Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. as Zbik clash nears
Earlier today at the Wild Card Boxing Club in Los Angeles, California, unbeaten middleweight hopeful Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. held a media day in advance of his June 4th challenge for Sebastian…
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“Miguel Cotto definitely wants a second fight with Pacquiao” – Emanuel Steward
The reports have been running rampant today and it does indeed look like we will be seeing a third encounter between WBO welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao and reigning lightweight champion Juan Manuel…
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“Unless Pacquiao makes some changes he has problems” – Naazim Richardson
This weekend North Philadelphia's Naazim Richardson will again lead Bernard Hopkins into battle as the living legend looks to capture the WBC light heavyweight crown away from Jean Pascal. The fight is…
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Bert Sugar’s old school breakdown: More than just karma with Antonio Margarito
The latest news surrounding Antonio Margarito hasn't been the kindest as the former welterweight champion very well could be seeing his career coming to a premature ending. Margarito suffered a broken orbital…
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Bernard Hopkins said Shane Mosley showed signs of submission last weekend
This Saturday night Bernard Hopkins will step into the ring for the 60th time as a professional when he again challenges WBC light heavyweight champion Jean Pascal for his crown at the…
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Showtime’s Steve Farhood on the futures of Alvarez, Cotto, Khan, and others
In the first part of my interview with Showtime analyst Steve Farhood, he weighed in with his thoughts on why people in boxing still prefer Floyd Mayweather Jr. as the next logical…
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Images from Carson: Andre Ward dominates and advances to Super Six finals
Last night at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California, WBA super middleweight champion Andre Ward overcame a slow start before dominating aggressive yet limited Arthur Abraham over twelve rounds. With the…
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“I don’t think he fears Pacquiao” – Showtime’s Steve Farhood on Mayweather Jr.
Sitting inside of the Sports book inside of Buffalo Bill's Casino in Primm, Nevada, Showtime analyst Steve Farhood was less than an hour removed from calling the wild Sharif Bogere-Raymundo Beltran fight…
