Tua makes return by taming Cameron
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comYou can't keep a good man down -- especially one with a chin and hook like David Tua's. The New Zealander announced his return with a devastating win on Saturday.
Story | Conversation | October 04, 2009Cloud rolls while Urango rallies
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comJuan Urango got his career back on track by stopping Randall Bailey on Friday.
Story | Conversation | August 30, 2009Marquez bounces back; Smith shines
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comTime to revive the rivalry. A win over Jose Francisco Mendoza got Rafael Marquez back to his winning ways, but the fight fans really want to see is Israel Vazquez-Marquez VI.
Story | Conversation | May 24, 2009Froch takes out Taylor in final minute
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comMaybe Carl Froch is a late starter. Or, he could have had a late flight back to England. Either way, the Brit waited until the last possible second to steal the fight from Jermain Taylor on Saturday.
Story | Conversation | April 27, 2009Mijares impresses, Gamboa gets mixed reviews
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comToo quick, too crafty and too classy: Cristian Mijares put on a clinical performance in defeating Alexander Munoz to unify two junior bantamweight titles on Saturday.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2008Super middleweight contenders gear up for Season 3
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comSugar Ray Leonard gears up to host the third season of "The Contender." The 16 experienced and youthful prospects will hop in the ring for the reality TV show to compete for the super middleweight tournament title and a grand prize of $750,000, writes Dan Rafael.
Story | Conversation | August 03, 2007Notebook: Barrera-Marquez clash works out nicely
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comA rematch between Marco Antonio Barrera and Manny Pacquiao would've been nice, but Juan Manuel Marquez in place of Pacquiao results in a March 17 bout that's no slouch, either, Dan Rafael writes.
Story | Conversation | February 01, 2007Notebook: Blanks getting Toney into shape for rematch
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comIn preparation for his Jan. 6 rematch vs. Samuel Peter, James Toney has enlisted Billy Blanks of Tae Bo fame for stronger results, Dan Rafael writes.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2006Notebook: Golden Boy nixes Trinidad rematch
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comAfter much back-and-forth about a rematch between Oscar De La Hoya and Felix Trinidad, De La Hoya says it will never happen, Dan Rafael writes.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2006Notebook: Timing now right for Brock to gain title shot
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comUndefeated contender Calvin Brock will face IBF champ Wladimir Klitschko for a heavyweight championship Nov. 11 at Madison Square Garden. Dan Rafael writes.
Story | Conversation | September 08, 2006Notebook: Manager says Gatti not retiring yet
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comArturo Gatti likely will continue fighting instead of retiring following his July 22 knockout loss to welterweight champion Carlos Baldomir, manager Pat Lynch told ESPN.com.
Story | Conversation | August 17, 2006Notebook: Chinese connection ahead if Rahman wins
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comIf Hasim Rahman can retain his heavyweight title against Oleg Maskaev on Aug. 12 in Las Vegas, China may be his next stop, Dan Rafael reveals in his weekend notebook.
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2006Notebook: Brock in demand by promoters
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comCalvin Brock's promotional contract with Main Events expired Thursday, and he will command significant attention as a free agent, Dan Rafael reveals in his weekend notebook.
Story | Conversation | July 28, 2006Notebook: HBO's 'BAD' hits stride in its 10th season
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comIn its 10th season, HBO's "Boxing After Dark" continues its pursuit of making bouts between unknowns into memorable epics, Dan Rafael writes.
Story | Conversation | May 26, 2006Cotto knows the ropes, has home edge vs. Branco
Dan Rafael, ESPN.comMiguel Cotto will have the home crowd in Puerto Rico when he makes fifth defense of his junior welterweight title against Italy's Gianluca Branco on Saturday night.
Story | Conversation | March 03, 2006TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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