Exec: Chavez tested positive for diuretic

Middleweight Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. tested positive for a banned substance in conjunction with his Nov. 14 fight against Troy Rowland, according to the Nevada State Athletic Commission.

Showtime to show Vazquez-Marquez IV

Israel Vazquez and Rafael Marquez have already waged an epic trilogy consisting of 25 rounds of furious, non-stop action. Now, the Mexican warriors will clash for the fourth -- and final -- time, the promoters for both fighters told ESPN.com on Friday.

...Philadelphia, gestures to the crowd before a non-title light heavyweight boxing match against Enrique Ornelas, of Mexico, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, in Philadelphia. Hopkins won in 12 rounds with a unanimous decision. (AP Photo...

...gesture to the crowd after winning a non-title light heavyweight boxing match against Enrique Ornelas, of Mexico, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, in Philadelphia. Hopkins won in 12 rounds with a unanimous decision. (AP Photo...

...Philadelphia, gestures to the crowd before a non-title light heavyweight boxing match against Enrique Ornelas, of Mexico, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, in Philadelphia. Hopkins won in 12 rounds with a unanimous decision. (AP Photo...

Hopkins tops Ornelas, still eyeing Jones

Despite a 14-month layoff and his 44 years, Bernard Hopkins looked sharp in a unanimous decision victory over Enrique Ornelas in what might be Hopkins' final appearance in his hometown of Philadelphia.

Hopkins has plans, but wary of Ornelas

At age 44, Bernard Hopkins is carefully calculating his boxing future. But you know what they say about the best-laid plans. That's why Wednesday in Philadelphia, Hopkins' mind will be focused on the here and now: Enrique Ornelas.

Bute shines; Funeka denied decision

Consider him the Super Six Classic's kryptonite: By knocking out Librado Andrade, Lucian Bute stated his case as a force to be reckoned with at super middleweight on Saturday.

Mares signs deal with Golden Boy

If Abner Mares gets a shot at a bantamweight world title in 2010, which is expected, he will do it with Golden Boy as his promoter.

Twice the drama for Bute-Andrade 2?

Not every fight fan agrees with the outcome of Lucian Bute-Librado Andrade 1. No matter: The super middleweights will settle the score once and for all in their rematch on Saturday.

In tragedy, there is triumph

Rodriguez family grieves for fallen boxer but believes organ donation will keep his spirit alive

Rodriguez's death ruled accidental

The Philadelphia medical examiner's office has determined that boxer Francisco Rodriguez died from a "full-blunt impact injury" and ruled his death an accident, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported.

Eight, including uncle, to receive organs

The death of junior featherweight Francisco "Paco" Rodriguez on Sunday night will not be in vain.

Ward looks sharp in cutting up Kessler

Not only did Andre Ward walk away with Mikkel Kessler's super middleweight belt Saturday, he also emerged as the man to beat in the Super Six Classic.

Chicago boxer Rodriguez dies at 25

Chicago-based boxer Francisco Rodriguez dies two days after bout in Philaelphia.