Oct

Fatherhood inspires Sergey Kovalev for Bernard Hopkins

If facing a living legend with the possibility of cementing his own legacy in the light heavyweight division wasn’t enough motivation for victory on Nov. 8, then becoming a brand-new dad certainly is for Sergey Kovalev.

Oct

Promoter: Adonis Stevenson vs. Artur Beterbiev ‘not in the plans’

by Lem Satterfield

Arguably more interesting than it has been in years, the light heavyweight division won’t be seeing an Adonis Stevenson-Artur Beterbiev bout anytime soon.

Oct

Best I’ve Faced: Jermain Taylor

by Anson Wainwright

RingTV.com caught up with Jermain Taylor, who challenges Sam Soliman for the IBF 160-pound title on Wednesday. The former undisputed middleweight champ kindly took part in the popular series “Best I’ve Faced,” picking the best fighters he’s fought in 10 categories.

Sep

Perfect Execution: Uppercut

by The Ring

Bernard Hopkins opens up his vast library of experience and demonstrates what an effective weapon the uppercut can be in the right hands. Class is in session.

Sep

HBO banking on Canelo Alvarez becoming boxing’s next superstar

by Doug Fischer

HBO is dusting off its star-making machine for Canelo Alvarez. The network did a good job with Oscar De La Hoya and Floyd Mayweather Jr. Now HBO is working hand-in-hand with De La Hoya and going to go head-to-head with Mayweather to establish the next star.

Sep

Boxing world loses a lot of joy with promoter Dan Goossen’s passing

by Doug Fischer

Veteran sports writer Tim Smith shares his thoughts on Dan Goossen’s sudden passing. Smith recalls the many endearing qualities of the gregarious and charismatic boxing promoter, including Goossen’s love of family and zest for life.

Sep

Dougie’s Monday mailbag

by Doug Fischer

Fans share their displeasure with the official scorecards of Arthur Abraham’s unanimous decision over Paul Smith, their excitement for Artur Beterbiev, plus their questions about Keith Thurman, Deontay Wilder, the Klitschko-Pulev fight and much more in this week’s Monday mailbag.

Sep

Will others follow Canelo Alvarez to HBO?

by Lem Satterfield

In Lem Satterfield’s latest notebook, the question is asked: Will other fighters follow Canelo Alvarez’s example and move from Showtime to HBO?

Sep

Bob Arum and Oscar De La Hoya to be featured on ‘The Fight Game’ Sept. 16

by Lem Satterfield

In Lem Satterfield’s latest notebook, we learn that Bob Arum and Oscar De La Hoya will both be featured on HBO’s “The Fight Game with Jim Lampley” tonight.

Sep

Dougie’s Massive Mayweather Monday mailbag

by Doug Fischer

Fans share their thoughts on Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s unanimous decision over Marcos Maidana, his place among the modern greats, the officiating and scoring of the rematch, Scott Quigg’s potential showdown with Carl Frampton, and mythical matchups in this week’s Monday mailbag. Enjoy!