Showing posts with label Canelo. Show all posts
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Saturday, July 30, 2016

Was Adrien Broner Wrong To Turn Down The Manny Pacquiao Fight Wanting More Money


Bob Arum and Manny Pacquiao
 
Top Rank boxing promoter, Bob Arum, revealed during an interview with BoxingScene.com that boxer Adrien Broner turned down the opportunity to fight boxing legend Manny Pacquiao. Broner wanted more money than Arum was offering. Arum stated Broner "priced himself out of the fight" and "I was dealing with Al Haymon on making that fight. Al tried but Broner was asking for crazy money that nobody can afford, so he is out and Manny is looking for another opponent.



Adrien Broner
 
Since Mayweather has retired and Pacquiao retired and un-retired (LOL) Manny is the biggest draw in boxing. Other champions such as Tyson Fury (heavyweight), Deontay Wilder (heavyweight) and Canelo Alvarez (middleweight) are pulling in strong viewing numbers and millions of dollars per fight. 

The problem is Broner wants to be the new Floyd Mayweather, but he has not fought long enough to bring in that type of money from boxing ticket sales and pay-per-view. You have to get in where you fit in. Once you reach that level, then you can demand the huge sums your pay-per-view numbers warrant (oops, I said warrant and Adrien is in jail - I'm just playing Adrien, don't get mad).

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Adrien Broner: F*** Bob Arum Pay Me What I Deserve B****
 
July 13, 2016 - Adrien ‘The Problem’ Broner has never been shy about voicing his opinion and this week on social media he’s let fly at Hall of Fame Promoter Bob Arum. In recent times there has been speculation in the boxing world that if a Manny Pacquiao return were to happen in late 2016, which his promoter Bob Arum has said it will, that a possible opponent for the Filipino boxing icon could be Broner... 

Recent reports on Boxing Scene suggested that Broner had priced himself out of the fight, according to Top Rank head honcho Bob Arum. But Broner has lambasted Arum this week on his Instagram account saying that he is not paying him enough to take the fight...
 
 
 


 








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Friday, June 24, 2016

Boxers Determining The Right Weight Class


Adrien Broner looked like he was dreaming about a cheeseburger at the weigh-in after not eating for days
 
 Boxers choose the weight class they feel is right for them for various reason. There are 17 standard weight classes. Among them are light flyweight, flyweight, bantamweight, lightweight, light welterweight, welterweight, middleweight, cruiserweight, heavyweight, super heavyweight ect. Some feel more comfortable fighting at the weight class closest to their natural weight, while others struggle by choosing a weight class well below their natural size. Some even choose their weight class based on their favorite boxer growing up.

However, what happens when a boxer struggles to maintain that weight (especially in the lighter weight classes). What happens when it becomes an issue for a boxer to make weight/reach the catchweight for their fight. Boxers are fined for not making weight, losing tens of thousands of dollars, as being heavier than the stipulated catchweight provides an undue advantage over an opponent, which can turn dangerous.

Some boxers like their food more than others, indulging in pork chops, steaks, ribs, French fries, hot dogs, cake and ice cream (*looks at Adrien Broner*). Broner famously had a problem making weight this year for his fight against challenger, Ashley Theophane. It resulted in Broner being stripped of the belt and being fined $50,000 which he had to pay to Theophane. Broner now states he has outgrown the lightweight division and will move up to welterweight - translation: he’s not giving up the pork chops.

Broner and Theophane were not overweight prior to training camp, but they don’t seem to be fighting at their natural weight. Translation: those two looked hungry at the weigh-in like they were having fantasy type visions of cheeseburgers (LOL). They looked exhausted and below their natural weight for the fight, due to intense training and trimming down to make the catchweight. Theophane only had a few pounds to lose. Broner had roughly 25-pounds to lose after indulging in his favorite foods between fights and missed it by a small margin at the weigh-in. Hence the fine.

Some boxers really appear to be naturally thin due to their metabolism (Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez, Guillermo Rigondeaux). However, others clearly make a disciplined effort to lose weight for the catchweight, as they don't maintain the stipulated weight for their weight class between fights.
If Broner feels he can comfortably fight in a new weight class, this should not pose a problem for him and may as well, as he is clearly unhappy trying to maintain his weight in the lightweight division. To go for days without eating, while running for hours days in a row, mentally and physically draining one’s self for each fight, will take its toll after a while.

Being a welterweight will not pose a risk to Broner’s health (provided he doesn‘t develop cholesterol problems from the pork chops and hot dogs). Therefore, he may as well leave the lightweight division. It can’t be worth the distress of slimming down with a hungry look in your eyes like a zombie. Looking like you’re about to raid a donut shop and jump into a pile of donuts face first.

Some boxing trainers insist, if you aren’t use to fighting in a different weight class, it can cause a problem. Therefore, boxers will have to weight the risks (*looks at Amir Khan*). This year, Amir Khan famously went up two weight classes to fight Canelo Alvarez, who is like a bull and strong as an ox. It worked for a little bit, but the moment Canelo correctly cut off the ring he knocked out Khan in a KO that is very uncomfortable to watch.

Khan was laid out on the canvas, looking like he was going. After a few minutes, medical staff were able to revive him and take the boxer to the hospital. As much as Khan had gained weight and some muscle, successfully hitting the catchweight, he was not use to fighting as a middleweight or facing one. It was an intense knockout. Thus far, the knockout of the year. Khan was not used to being hit with that type of force and could have paid for it with his health. It was too much of a jump in weight class.
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Thursday, June 2, 2016

The AIBA Makes New Rule Allowing Professional Boxers To Compete At The Olympics


Canelo Alvarez knocks out Amir Khan last month in Las Vegas for WBC middleweight title
 
The AIBA has issued a ruling allowing professional boxers to compete at the Olympics. A number of high profile boxers are against the decision, labeling it dangerous, while a few pugilists, such as Manny Pacquiao and Wladimir Klitschko  are in favor of it. Professional boxers have a huge advantage over amateur boxers. As stated in the column previously, when you look at the videos of a boxer during his amateur days, compared to his professional career, about 20 fights in, you will see a significant difference and improvement.

Boxer Amir Khan who was born, raised and lives in Britain, wants to fight for his father's native Pakistan at the Olympics. The Pakistani Olympic committee is excited about the news. However, as some have pointed out, Khan may not be eligible. Years prior, Khan's brother, Haroon, fought for Britain at the Olympics and later tried to represent Pakistan. He was declined due to Olympic rules. Britain has done a lot for Khan. No disrespect to Pakistan, but if he is to go to the Olympics, Khan should fight for Britain. 

Britain currently has 13 world champions and would have a massive advantage if they sent their professional pugilists to the Rio Olympics in Brazil. However, based on a statement online, the British Olympic committee does not seem to be in favor of sending their professional boxers, wanting to give the amateurs a chance. 

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AIBA decides to allow Pro boxers at Olympics 
IANS | Lausanne (Switzerland) June 1, 2016 Last Updated at 17:00 IST - Participation of Indian boxers in Rio Olympics at stake after AIBA warns India Two Ugandan boxers qualify for Rio Olympics Vikas Krishan all set for AIBA Pro Boxing debut Olympics dream over for boxers.

Mary Kom, Sarita (Roundup) Male boxers will not wear protective headguards at Rio Olympics
Star Indian boxer Vijender Singh has been handed a golden chance to represent the country at the Rio Olympics after the International Boxing Association (AIBA) confirmed on Wednesday that professional pugilists will be allowed to compete at the quadrennial extravaganza.

 In a vote on Wednesday, 84 of the 88 member-federations of the AIBA approved a rule change allowing professional boxers to compete at the Olympics. AIBA chief Ching-Kuo Wu informed the media that a total of 26 Olympic berths across all weight categories will be up for grabs at a qualifying tournament for professional boxers to be held in Venezuela next month...

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Amir Khan keen to represent Pakistan at Olympic Games in Rio
Last Updated: 01/06/16 4:14pm - Khan's comments came after the International Boxing Association (AIBA) announced on Wednesday that professional boxers would be allowed to compete in Brazil this summer. Khan subsequently turned professional and in 2009 outpointed Andriy Kotelnik to win the WBA world super-lightweight title. 

The 29-year-old - whose most recent fight ended in a brutal knockout defeat to WBC middleweight champion Saúl Álvarez - hailed the ruling by boxing's governing body. "It's a decision which I welcome," Khan said at a press conference in Karachi. Khan represented Great Britain at the 2004 Olympics in Greece. 

"It will help boxers and if I am permitted as per rules and from my promoter then I would love to compete for Pakistan. I will be very happy if I can compete in the Olympics. I want to serve Pakistan." Khan's father, Shah, hails from a village close to the capital Islamabad but migrated to Britain, where Amir was born in 1986. 

Pakistan Boxing Federation secretary Iqbal Hussain said he was thrilled at the prospect of Khan representing the country. "I have to check the rules whether Amir can compete or not but it would be a huge boost for us if it happens because he is our hero," he said. Khan's younger brother, Haroon, was blocked from representing Pakistan at the 2012 London Olympics as he had represented Great Britain at junior level. 
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Saturday, May 21, 2016

Canelo Vacating WBC Belt Over GGG Causing Controversy Online


Canelo
 
WBC middleweight champion, Canelo Alvarez, fresh off his victory over challenger, Amir Khan, has vacated his title belt, during negotiations to fight Gennady Golovkin, also known as GGG. Some fans on social networking voiced their displeasure at Canelo vacating the title, interpreting it as the boxer ducking the dangerous GGG, whom he has stated he is not afraid to fight in the ring.


Gennady Golovkin (GGG)
 
Canelo released a statement on the matter, "After much consideration, today, I instructed my team at Golden Boy Promotions to continue negotiating a fight with Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin and to finalize a deal as quickly as possible. I also informed the WBC that I will vacate its title. For the entirety of my career, I have taken the fights that no one wanted because I fear no man. Never has that been more true than today. I will fight ‘GGG,’ and I will beat ‘GGG’ but I will not be forced into the ring by artificial deadlines. I am hopeful that by putting aside this ticking clock, the two teams can now negotiate this fight, and ‘GGG’ and I can get in the ring as soon as possible and give the fans the fight they want to see."

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STATEMENTS FROM CANELO ALVAREZ AND OSCAR DE LA HOYA
 
Canelo Alvarez vacates WBC title ahead of potential fight with GGG

LOS ANGELES (May 18, 2016) – Ring Magazine and Lineal Middleweight World Champion Canelo Alvarez today issued the following statement: “After much consideration, today, I instructed my team at Golden Boy Promotions to continue negotiating a fight with Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin and to finalize a deal as quickly as possible. I also informed the WBC that I will vacate its title. For the entirety of my career, I have taken the fights that no one wanted because I fear no man. Never has that been more true than today. I will fight ‘GGG,’ and I will beat ‘GGG’ but I will not be forced into the ring by artificial deadlines. I am hopeful that by putting aside this ticking clock, the two teams can now negotiate this fight, and ‘GGG’ and I can get in the ring as soon as possible and give the fans the fight they want to see.” 

Golden Boy Promotions Chairman and CEO Oscar De La Hoya today issued the following statement: “There is no denying that Canelo is the biggest star in the sport of boxing. He is eager to get in the ring with ‘GGG’ to show the world that he is also the best pound for pound fighter in the sport, but we won’t negotiate under a forced deadline. Now that the WBC title is off the table, I am hopeful that ‘GGG’ and his promoter K2 Promotions will come to the table in good faith and get this deal done.”
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Adrien Broner Talks About Unsafe Method Of Trying To Make Weight That Cost Him The WBA Boxing Belt


Adrien Broner

Ohio boxer, Adrien Broner, recently did an interview about not making weight for his April 1, 2016  fight against challenger, Ashley Theophane. It cost Broner $50,000 that went to Theophane as a bonus. Broner was stripped of his WBA junior welterweight title days prior to the fight, for weighing in at 140.4 pounds, which was .4 lbs over the limit for the weight class (the catch weight).

Broner didn't take training seriously enough and maintained a high calorie diet in the lead up to the fight. He is also an alcoholic, which causes one to retain fluid. I sounded a warning on Twitter two weeks before the fight, as I realized he was not going to make weight and he ended up not doing so. The catch weight exists to ensure a fair, even fight between boxers. However, he did put in a major effort after that point to reach the catch weight and missing it by 4 ounces really does not constitute an unfair advantage to an opponent (provided there is no massive dehydration masking the true weight, with dehydration before the fight sending the body mass up a good 10 pounds, at the true weight).

Broner's weight had significantly come down and it showed on his thinned out frame. Both boxers were basically the same size. However, the whole episode had me thinking, why wasn't he being weighed every few days. It's his career and something that needs to be taken seriously. Broner wants to be a big promoter, having started AB Promotions, to handle his business affairs. However, to have the best results in business, you have to be disciplined and professional on all levels.

Broner stated to the Fight Hype website about failing to make weight, "It's just something that a reporter like you guys will never understand, because you guys haven't pushed yourself for three months, trying to get down to the weight, then once you hit that wall you just can't go no more...It was over. I grew out of the weight class." 

Broner has now decided to move up to a new weight class. It's clearly too stressful for him to be a light weight. Therefore, it is understandable he would seek to do this. However, the question is will he quickly adapt to fighting in a new, heavier weight class, after several years as a lightweight. Recently, Broner predicted his friend Amir Khan would beat Canelo Alvarez after moving up two weight classes. However, as I predicted, Canelo won the fight. There are pros and cons to moving up to a new weight division. 

Broner stated in another interview that in the days leading up to the Theophane fight, he didn't eat for days, just kept sleeping and running, which is unsafe. That type of crash dieting can create heart problems. This is why some boxers discipline themselves to stay within a certain weight that corresponds to their division year round. Broner likes to party, eat pizza and fried chicken and drink large quantities of alcohol. There's nothing wrong with relaxing a bit, but gaining 20-30 pounds inbetween fights, then engaging in drastic dieting to lose the weight in a short space of time, is not good for anyone's health. Boxers should try to stay within 5-pounds of their weight class, as you can easily drop 5 pounds with a few days of roadwork (jogging). 

For years Floyd Mayweather maintained his weight year round and even in retirement is still hovering at that same general weight. Boxers such as Canelo Alvarez and Deontay Wilder also routinely stay within a few pounds of their weight class inbetween fights. To be fair, when some boxers lose a fight, especially a big one, it is a crushing blow. They use food to comfort themselves and the pounds pile on. If they have no upcoming bouts for several months or more, the weight creeps up on them and by the time the next fight rolls around they've gained 20 or more pounds. As boxing is their bread and butter, pardon the pun, they have to make a conscious effort to stay within a few pounds of their weight class. You can't give up on yourself.   

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Friday, May 13, 2016

Amir Khan: I'm Never Going To Fight Kell Brook


Amir Khan (left) and Kell Brook (right)

Amir Khan, fresh off his devastating defeat in the ring against fellow pugilist, Canelo Alvarez, has again decided to spurn the chance to fight fellow Briton, Kell Brook (Canelo Alvarez Wins Amir Khan Bout Via Knockout Now Faces Risky GGG Slugfest). There has been talk of this fight for years, with Brook offering many concessions to make it happen and a $5,000,000 purse thrown at Khan. Make no mistake, if it did happen, the fight would be a big draw in London, England. 

However, each time negotiations start to get anywhere after Khan shows some interest, he does not commit to fighting Brook. Khan has laid out extraordinary terms guaranteed to scupper the fight (Amir Khan Lands Canelo Alvarez Fight After Asking For 80% Of The Purse To Take On Kell Brook Destroys The Deal).  

Today, Khan sent the strongest signal yet, indicating he does not want to step in the ring with Brook by flat out saying he will never fight him. Khan stated in an interview, "Eddie Hearn (Brook's promoter) keeps saying Brook is a big draw, but he's not. I respect him, he's got a world title, but he's not a big name. He's gone down his route, I've gone down my route and I don't like him. I want to fight the biggest names, leave a great legacy and I've only got a few fights life. I was outboxing Canelo for six rounds, so I can go straight into another big fight. So I don't think the Kell Brook fight will happen."

The thing that concerns me is the type of fights Khan is taking. I stated in the months leading up to the fight that Khan was taking a massive risk fighting Canelo. That fight could have put him in the hospital or worse. The right hook Canelo leveled Khan with, sending him crumpling to the canvas, would have dropped most middleweight fighters, particularly a boxer who has experienced knock out problems in the past. The Brook fight is a good idea. However, if Khan doesn't want the fight, there is not much that can be done, unless it becomes a mandatory situation. Given Khan's recent losses, it is not likely at this time.


Kell Brook
 
Khan cannot keep taking these dangerous fights or his health will go. Khan's fights need to be better matched for the sake of his health and career. Me personally, I'm not gonna challenge Laila Ali to a fight, but I would take a about against 4 foot tall Arianna Grande, cause I know I can win that without even trying. I'd jack up Arianna Grande, but Laila Ali, not so much (LOL I'm just kidding).

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Amir Khan: Kell Brook fight will never happen, says Bolton fighter 

 Bolton's Khan and Sheffield's Brook have been circling each other for years and when the latter won a world title in 2014, a match-up seemed inevitable. However, despite not owning a world title himself since 2012 and losing for a fourth time on Saturday, Khan has always insisted Brook is not at his level. Instead, Khan, 29, is likely to take a rematch with American Danny Garcia, the WBC welterweight champion who knocked him out four years ago.

Despite being knocked out in brutal fashion by Avarez in Las Vegas, Khan gave a good enough account of himself to make a match against Brook compelling. But Brook, 30, will have to look elsewhere for his next payday, with a unification bout against WBO welterweight champion Jessie Vargas most likely. Brook tweeted "I'm here, all-British showdown" after Saturday's fight, but said on Monday that it "wasn't safe" for him to fight Khan...
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Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Canelo Alvarez Wins Amir Khan Bout Via Knockout Now Faces Risky GGG Slugfest


Canelo Alvarez knocks out Amir Khan for the victory
 
Boxer Saul "Canelo" Alvarez retained his WBC middleweight title against challenger, Amir Khan, via a sixth round knockout on May 7, 2016. Khan was sent to the canvas via a devastating right hook from Canelo. Three months ago in the March 16, 2016 Judiciary Report article "Is Amir Khan Bulking Up For The Canelo Fight The Right Approach" I expressed this would happen via stating, "What is 10 pounds going to do against a man you would think can punch through steel when he hits people in the ring, due to his knockout ratio." In the months leading up to the fight I also tweeted on Twitter that Canelo would win (see tweets below).


Khan on the canvas from the knockout
 
You have to give Khan credit for going six rounds with Canelo. It wasn't easy, especially considering he moved up two divisions (weight class). However, it was a dangerous fight. When Khan hit the canvas, slumped to the ground, he looked like his brain took a terrible blow. It was like Canelo "punched a hole in" Khan. It was not pleasant seeing him (or anyone) laid out on the ground like that, eyes fixed and his body struggling to breathe. I hope there is no longer term damage.


Trainer Virgil Hunter (right) consoling Khan (left) after knockout
 
Canelo is a fit power puncher. It is very difficult to avoid someone like that for 12 rounds, while registering punches that count as points. The minute someone of that strength catches you in the ring the right way with a hook or uppercut, it's lights out. You have to be a power puncher as well. Khan is more known for his speed. Nonetheless, according to numbers released by ESPN, Khan pocked approximately $2,000,000 for the fight. Canelo's purse is $3,500,000 with millions more made on the backend from pay-per-view sales, endorsements and related merchandising. The fight was also a plus for Khan, who raised his profile in the boxing world, while Canelo's already bright star shined even brighter. 


Gennady Golovkin (GGG)
 
Canelo is more suited to fight boxer, Gennady Golovkin, also known as GGG (triple G). Both men are strong power punchers who can work the ring well. A potential bout would turn into a slugfest. It is the fight the fans want and are asking for on social networking. Canelo and GGG's promoters are said to be in talks about a potential match between the two.





My tweets on Twitter in the months leading up to the Canelo v. Khan fight revealing my view Canelo would win
 
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Sunday, May 8, 2016

Reports Indicate Floyd Mayweather Getting Restless In Retirement And Is Looking For 50th Fight


Floyd Mayweather

 As the big Canelo Alvarez v. Amir Khan fight is scheduled to take place this Saturday in Las Vegas, Nevada and televised on pay-per-view around the world, retired boxer Floyd Mayweather's name is surfacing again. Mayweather retired months ago, with a record of 49-0. However stories are surfacing he is set to make a comeback in an effort to set a new world record of 50-0.


Conor McGregor

The names being bantered about as opponents are MMA fighter, Conor McGregor, which would be a megafight that would pull significant ratings and gross many millions of dollars. The two have a rivalry, having exchanged words in the past about who would win a fight if they stepped into the ring. However, there has been no confirmation of a fight between them, even though it is a good business idea.


My tweet about Mayweather and Golovkin

Another name being suggested is acclaimed boxer, Gennady Golovkin, also known as GGG. Previously, Mayweather's dad stated regarding his son fighting GGG, "We ain't fixing to fight no damn giant!" GGG is a 34-year-old middleweight boxer, who weighs 160 and is 5 feet 10 1/2 inches tall in height. Mayweather is a 39-year-old welterweight boxer, who weighs 150 pounds and is 5 feet 8 inches tall in height.

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Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Is Amir Khan Bulking Up For The Canelo Fight The Right Approach


Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and Amir Khan

29-year-old British boxer, Amir Khan (31-3) has been piling on the pounds to fight muscular, solid 25-year-old Mexican boxer, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (46-1). Some boxing pundits agree with Khan’s decision, while others do not think it is the best course of action. Some are of the belief more weight will give Khan more cushion to absorb blows. However, what is 10 pounds going to do against a man you would think can punch through steel when he hits people in the ring, due to his knockout ratio. Undefeated boxer, Floyd Mayweather, warned regarding Khan taking on Canelo and bulking up, stating if you are not used to fighting at a heavier weight, it can prove difficult.


Canelo is projected to be in the 160s weight range, while Khan is at 147 pounds for the fight

Many have emphasized Khan’s quick hands, which are indeed an asset in boxing. It is great for stealth shots and registering punches as points. However, it is not enough, because no matter how fast you are, if you get clipped and your chin is known as your Achilles heel, it can result in a knockdown or worse, a knockout. Canelo knows Khan has experienced chin trouble in previous fights and will be aiming for his chin like it has a big bull’s eye on it with a sign that says “punch here.” 


The only fight Canelo has lost thus far is his bout against Floyd Mayweather. If you take a good look at Mayweather’s physique, he’s not overly muscular nor is he massive. He didn’t bulk up for the Canelo fight. Then again, Canelo was somewhat smaller then. Mayweather usually fought in the 140s (weight). Compared to a middleweight or heavyweight, that is a trim and toned athlete, not a hulking one. However, Mayweather’s accurate punching and evasive defensive skills are what won him the Canelo fight.


 
Khan seeks to use said fight as his blueprint for the his scheduled Canelo bout, but that’s easier said than done. Many have tried to emulate Mayweather’s defensive style and didn’t match it. Additionally, Canelo has gotten bigger, stronger and trickier since that fight. Canelo’s unpredictability in the ring is one of his greatest assets, as seen in the James Kirkland fight.
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Friday, February 26, 2016

Amir Khan Bulking Up For Canelo Alvarez Fight But Will It Be Enough

 

Canelo Alvarez

Bolton born boxer, Amir Khan, has taken the fight of his life, in pursuing and agreeing to contractual terms to fight potent Mexican pugilist, Saul "Canelo" Alvarez, who has won 46 of 48 fights, with only 1 draw and 1 loss to Floyd Mayweather, which is an excellent record the red-haired fighter has worked very hard for in his career. Many in the boxing world were shocked at the announcement of the Canelo v. Khan fight for a number of reasons. 

The catch weight for the fight is 155 pounds (each boxer must weight 155 pounds at the official weigh-in). Khan is used to fighting at 140 and in that range. Canelo on the other hand is used to fighting at between 160-170. However, many in boxing are joking that Canelo will show up at the weigh-in having come down from 160 to 155, but on fight night will weight 170. Between the time immediately proceeding weigh-in and fight night, Canelo is going to eat 50 Enchiladas, Huevos Rancheros and Carne Asada - and Mexican food is delicious - then try to punch a hole in Khan (LOL I'm kidding). 


Canelo

Canelo is a muscular, solid boxer, who is a great power puncher. Canelo can also take punches as well. It's a dangerous combination in a fighter, as Canelo's opponents end up staring at a boxer who can give and take punishment in the ring and you don't truly find out how hard he hits until the punches start flying and landing on fight night. Canelo is also very tricky and unpredictable. 

When you're not sure what combination a fighter, such as Canelo, is going to use and where he is going to hit you (left hook, right hook or body shot ect...) it will throw you off in the ring and leave you open to a surprise attack that results in a knockout. And in boxing, all it takes is one punch...

Amir Khan (left) is bulking up, gaining more muscle and definition. Amir has clearly been demolishing plates of Sticky Toffee Pudding (kidding). However, about a year ago when I was on Khan's Instagram page, he had a massive piece of chocolate cake, bigger than the WBC belt, on his plate, about to devour it in a Manchester cake shop (LOL).

Khan has been fighting with a more lanky, wiry frame, but he has very quick hands and moves well in the ring. When you have a boxer capable of great output, said fighter can outpoint opponents by landing more clean shots for the decision at the end of the fight (provided they don't get knocked out - a knockdown is one thing, but a knockout is quite another). 

It's also a known and regrettable fact that Khan's chin can't take much punishment and it resulted in him hitting the canvas in two notable knockouts. For Khan to have a real chance he would have to stick and move (run) the entire fight, running around the ring like Usain Bolt to stop Canelo from catching him with a massive punch. And once again, in boxing, all it takes is one punch...   
 
Amir Khan (right) and basketball star Steph Curry. Amir is gonna have to be "360 with the wrist" like Steph because Canelo is dangerous in the ring.

Boxers such as Floyd Mayweather and Leo Santa Cruz have also been quick to point out the relevant fact that Khan is jumping up two weight classes to fight Canelo and if you are not used to fighting at a certain weight, it will create difficulties for you in the ring. Many accomplished boxing trainers have pointed out this fact as well in interviews, regarding the Canelo v. Khan fight. In this Khan is taking a massive risk. For the foregoing reasons Khan is firmly the underdog.

Side Bar: one of the strongest chins in all of boxing is Canadian-Haitian Bermane Stiverne, who is as tough as nails.

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Thursday, February 4, 2016

Amir Khan Lands Canelo Alvarez Fight After Asking For 80% Of The Purse To Take On Kell Brook Destroys The Deal



Amir Khan and Canelo Alvarez

World welterweight champion, Saul "Canelo" Alvarez, 25, has agreed to fight challenger, Amir Khan, 29, in a boxing bout scheduled for May 7, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The catch weight is 155 pounds. Canelo is an elite fighter, who is very tricky in the ring (not in a bad way). He has used this cunning to defeat many. Canelo's record stands at 48-1. The only person who has beaten Canelo is Floyd Mayweather and on points.

Canelo is a tough competitor. In light of these facts, boxing professionals and many on social networking have collectively expressed their concern regarding Khan taking such a massive step up from lightweight to welterweight, against a boxer who has fought as a welterweight, light middleweight and middleweight. Khan's record is 34-3, which is good. However, he is sometimes teased online for having a "glass chin" due to notable knockouts. His last few fights have gone in his favor.  


Kell Brook

Many, including Mayweather, have been encouraging Khan to fight fellow Briton, Kell Brook, who is the IBF champion. However, Khan wanted a 80-20 split, despite the fact Brook is the champion. Khan's demand was understandably rejected and destroyed negotiations. Brook stated to Boxing News Online, "It seemed closer than ever. The lawyers were involved this time and it's the most communication we've had. But I don't know what he was playing at, they are forgetting that I'm the champion and he'd be a voluntary challenger. Don't try to price yourself out of the fight by demanding an 80-20 split because that's not going to happen."

Losing to Canelo would be less damaging than losing to Brook. Canelo has reached an elite level of boxing, making his fight the bigger international draw. Brook is less famous, but still successful and known in his own right. Losing to Brook would damage Khan's prospects far more than losing to Canelo, who is further along in his career and development than both Khan and Brook. Canelo has far more fights and wins.

Brook needs to chase big fights of his own and not wait around for Khan to sign the contract to fight him. It would be a great fight and one British fans would appreciate on home soil. However, Khan needs to raise his profile and continue to develop his skill. In all the time Khan has repeatedly refused to fight him Brook continued to progress. Take a page out of Khan's book and go after the big dogs as well. As stated in the April 6, 2015 Judiciary Report article Amir Khan Dodging Boxers Kell Brook And Timothy Bradley, "Brook needs to focus on getting an audience with Mayweather and or Pacquiao and not wait around for Khan. Try to get a fight with the legends.

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Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Jay Z Proves He Knows Nothing About Boxing Losing A $100,000 Bet On The Canelo Alvarez V. Miguel Cotto Fight

Another Rapper Burned By Canelo


Jay-Z

 Rapper Jay Z and his rip off boxing companies Roc Nation Sports/Roc Nation Boxing just took an embarrassing, high profile blow. Jay Z, who loves stealing people's copyrights, trademarks and ideas, when he doesn't know what he is doing, made a $100,000 bet with boxer-turned-promoter, Oscar Dela Hoya, that his signee, Miguel Cotto, would beat rival pugilist Saul "Canelo" Alvarez (the money will go to charity). 


Miguel Cotto (left) and Canelo Alvarez (right)


Cotto looking at Canelo like "bro, why are you trying to beat the stuffing out of me!"

I tweeted about Canelo before the fight because I believed he would win and he did. Cotto is a great fighter as well, but Canelo definitely had the edge going into the fight, which was evident by many of his recent performances and the fact he is the more devastating puncher of the two. Sometimes a fight really can go either way and that must be taken into consideration, but sometimes there are clear indicators as to who will win.


Canelo Alvarez, 50 Cent and his boxer James Kirkland 

 This marks the second rapper that has been proven wrong going against Canelo. Bankrupt rapper 50 Cent has been pretending to be a boxing promoter, after hanging out with retired champ Floyd Mayweather. In May, 50 Cent sent in his signing, James Kirkland, who was not ready for Canelo for a number of reasons. The fight ended in a knockout. 


Canelo Alvarez

Once again, beware signing with rappers who decide overnight that they are boxing promoters (the boxers know more about the sport than the rappers - how are they truly going to help them). Boxing is not as easy as it looks. It's very high risk and not an easy game. Stick with the professionals who know what they are doing. Don't risk your livelihood on people who lack a true understanding of the sport and will end up wasting valuable years of your career you will not be able to get back.

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