Jake Donovan
676 articles · The Sweet Science
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Casimero (Gastritis) Withdraws From WBO TItle Defense In Dubai; Edwards-Mama Elevated To Main Event
By Jake Donovan
John Riel Casimero cannot see 2021 end soon enough. The three-division and (for now) reigning WBO bantamweight titlist has been forced to withdraw from his mandatory defense versus Paul Butler due to…
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Bill Haney: We Look Forward To Devin Putting An Ass Whipping On JoJo Diaz, Give Us Title Of Golden Boy Killer
By Jake Donovan
LAS VEGAS – Devin Haney and his team have heard this song before—in fact from the same opposing promoter. The unbeaten WBC lightweight titlist once again listened to claims from Golden Boy…
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Tapales vs. Teshigawara Approved As IBF 122-Pound Title Eliminator on Donaire-Gaballo Undercard
By Jake Donovan
Murodjon Akhmadaliev will head into 2022 with multiple mandatory title defenses looming ahead. A bout between Marlon Tapales and Hiroaki Teshigawara has been granted approval by the International Boxing Federation (IBF) to…
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Crawford: I Feel Like They Using Porter As Steppingstone, Comparing Me And Errol’s Performances Against Him
By Jake Donovan
The good part about being able to easily make welterweight is that Terence Crawford figured time was on his side to land a big fight. It took for Shawn Porter to step…
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Crawford: Porter Makes Fights Ugly, He Got A Skill Of Winning By Any Means Necessary
By Jake Donovan
The only prediction Terence Crawford is willing to make is that he will eventually turn away the challenge of Shawn Porter. What transpires prior to the conclusion of their upcoming WBO welterweight…
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Canelo On Being Mexico’s Best Ever: I Don’t Want To Say That, I Just Want To Make My Own History
By Jake Donovan
As much as he enjoys making history for his beloved nation, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez remains content with being one of the very best from Mexico to ever do it. A win over…
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Canelo: All The Talk, All The Sh!t Plant Says, That’s Why It’s Personal
By Jake Donovan
The allure of becoming the first undisputed champion from Mexico was enough motivation for Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. Having that opportunity come against a bitter rival such as Caleb Plant only gives such…
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Heads Of WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO Meet In Hopes Of Standardizing Title Unification Bouts Among Other Matters
By Jake Donovan
The latest sit down between the heads of the sport’s four most notable sanctioning bodies provided an air of optimism for all parties to work together for the sake of the sport.…
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Crawford: On Paper, This Fight With Shawn Porter Is My Toughest Test
By Jake Donovan
Terence Crawford doesn’t take exception to any claim that his next fight is a significant step up in class from his recent competition. In fact, it’s why he sought out the challenge…
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Wilder: Looking Forward To October 9, Finally Turn To Next Chapter In This Book
By Jake Donovan
From the moment he was dealt the first and only defeat of his pro career, Deontay Wilder has thought about nothing other than exacting revenge. The former WBC heavyweight titlist has essentially…
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John Riel Casimero-Paul Butler Bantamweight Title Fight Ordered By WBO
By Jake Donovan
John Riel Casimero was able to make amends with Nonito Donaire, though his next conversation will have to be with another bantamweight in his future. The reigning World Boxing Organization (WBO) bantamweight…
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MP Promotions Prez: Nothing Set That Pacquiao Is Done With Boxing, Will Make Decision In October
By Jake Donovan
The latest political battle for Manny Pacquiao does not necessarily mean we have seen the legendary Filipino in the ring for the last time. That decision could come in the near future,…
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Magsayo: If I Have The Opportunity To Fight Gary Russell, My Dream Fight Would Come True
By Jake Donovan
LAS VEGAS – Mark Magsayo is open to fighting any of boxing’s featherweight champions. His preference, however, is to test himself against Gary Russell Jr., the long-reigning WBC 126-pound champion. Magsayo’s spectacular…
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Conceicao: What Happened, Happened; Nothing I Can Do But Beat Valdez To Become New Champ
By Jake Donovan
Wherever his fan base previously stood, Robson Conceicao has undoubtedly seen his popularity soar over the past two weeks. The three-time Olympian and 2016 Olympic Gold medalist has emerged as the sympathetic…
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Valdez: Happy To Be With Eddy Reynoso And Canelo; In The Beginning I Was Nervous
By Jake Donovan
Oscar Valdez couldn’t be more thrilled with his time currently spent under one of the sport’s very best trainers. Admittedly, he wasn’t sure what to think at the start of his relationship…
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Ugas: Difference If There Is Rematch With Pacquiao Is We Will Be Even Better Prepared
By Jake Donovan
Yordenis Ugas never had any doubt in his ability to beat Manny Pacquiao, nor does he see a potential rematch being any more competitive. (photo by Ryan Hafey) Talks of a sequel…
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Plant: November 6, It’s Going Down; First Undisputed Super Middleweight Champ And You’re Looking At Him
By Jake Donovan
Caleb Plant is used to having others doubt his potential. It comes as no surprise to the unbeaten super middleweight titlist that he comes in as a heavy underdog for a dream…
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Ugas On Pacquiao Post-Fight Excuses: I Admire Him And Respect His Opinion
By Jake Donovan
For all that Manny Pacquiao has achieved throughout his incredible career, he has earned the right to react as he chooses to his latest defeat. (photo by Ryan Hafey) Or so believes…
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Vergil Ortiz: Doesn’t Matter If Crawford, Spence, Pacquiao – You Name It, I’ll Fight Anyone
By Jake Donovan
Vergil Ortiz Jr. has become familiar with the recurring theme following each win these days. The unbeaten welterweight contender from Grand Prairie, Texas rose to the occasion over the weekend, scoring five…
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Casimero Vows ‘Great Performance’ In Return To Dignity Health Sports Park
By Jake Donovan
John Riel Casimero expects a more enthusiastic reception for his return to one of the sport’s proudest venues. The three-division and reigning WBO bantamweight titlist puts his belt on the line versus…