Jan

Michael Koncz discusses Floyd Mayweather Jr.-Manny Pacquiao post-game hotel meeting

Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao had an hour-long meeting at Pacquiao’s hotel on Tuesday night following their brief courtside discussion at a basketball game. Pacquiao adviser Micheal Koncz’s opinion now? “I believe that the fight is going to happen.”

Jan

Alex Ariza blames Bob Arum for Mayweather-Pacquiao not happening

by Doug Fischer

Manny Pacquiao’s former strength and conditioning coach, Alex Ariza, says Bob Arum has no intention of risking his star against Floyd Mayweather Jr. and hurting business overseas. The controversial Ariza also claims that Pacquiao’s next fight will be against Jessie Vargas.

Jan

Deal reached for Chavez Jr.-Fonfara on April 18, but Arum says otherwise

by Lem Satterfield

A deal has been reached for light heavyweight contender Andrzej Fonfara to face former middleweight titleholder Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on April 18 at an undisclosed weight and at a site to be determined. However, Bob Arum, Chavez’s promoter in arbitration, says the Mexican star owes him one more fight

Jan

Bob Arum, Michael Koncz: Manny Pacquiao agrees to face Floyd Mayweather Jr.

by Lem Satterfield

Manny Pacquiao has agreed to his side of the terms for a May 2 fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr., the Filipino fighter’s promoter, Bob Arum, and his adviser, Michael Koncz, have informed RingTV.com.

Jan

‘Rejuvenated’ Nonito Donaire could return at 122 or 126 pounds

by Lem Satterfield

Former four-division titlist Nonito Donaire says he’s rejuvenated and ready for another big run at either junior featherweight or featherweight.

Jan

Bob Arum: Gilberto Ramirez can transcend Canelo, Chavez Jr.

by Lem Satterfield

According to Top Rank CEO Bob Arum, undefeated super middleweight contender Gilberto Ramirez has what it takes to surpass the popularity of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Canelo Alvarez.

Jan

Oscar De La Hoya ‘excited for 2015’

by Lem Satterfield

Revitalized after a milestone 2014, Oscar De La Hoya says he’s excited about a 2015 that could see the best challenge the best in the ring.

Jan

Mike Alvarado arrested for possession of firearm

by Lem Satterfield

Former junior welterweight Mike Alvarado has bonded out in the wake of an arrest for possession of a firearm and an outstanding warrant, according to the Denver Post.

Jan

Orlando Salido-Rocky Martinez aimed for March 21

by Lem Satterfield

Junior lightweight contender Orlando Salido could face Rocky Martinez on March 21, likely in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Dec

Oscar De La Hoya named ‘Promoter of the Year’ by Sports Illustrated

by Lem Satterfield

In another benchmark moment of an already storied career, Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya has been named “Promoter of the Year” by Sports Illustrated.