Sep

William Zepeda: Mercito Gesta is a dangerous fighter, I can’t underestimate him

William Zepeda has earned his status as a top lightweight contender, but the undefeated Mexican boxer-puncher is not looking past veteran Mercito Gesta.

WBC mandates Shakur Stevenson-Frank Martin contend for lightweight title

27

Aug

WBC mandates Shakur Stevenson-Frank Martin contend for lightweight title

by Francisco Salazar

Shakur Stevenson may have an opponent lined up for his next fight, which could be for the vacant WBC world...

Isaac Cruz wins split decision over Giovanni Cabrera in WBA lightweight eliminator

29

Jul

Isaac Cruz wins split decision over Giovanni Cabrera in WBA lightweight eliminator

by Francisco Salazar

LAS VEGAS - It was not an entertaining fight to watch, but Isaac Cruz found a way to come out...

Fair or foul? Experts weigh in on Devin Haney-Vasiliy Lomachenko result

24

May

Fair or foul? Experts weigh in on Devin Haney-Vasiliy Lomachenko result

by Anson Wainwright

Last Saturday, undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney edged out Vasiliy Lomachenko to win a close -- and in some peoples'...

For William Zepeda, tonight’s Arboleda fight is a ticket to big things at lightweight

29

Apr

For William Zepeda, tonight’s Arboleda fight is a ticket to big things at lightweight

by Francisco Salazar

Tonight is William Zepeda’s turn to show why he is one of the top lightweights in the division. Zepeda will face...

Amateur standout Erik Israyelyan signs with Eye of the Tiger Management

26

Apr

Amateur standout Erik Israyelyan signs with Eye of the Tiger Management

by Anson Wainwright

Former amateur standout Erik Israyelyan recently signed with Eye of the Tiger Management, with a June pro debut being discussed.

Jeremiah Nakathila is ready and waiting for opportunity

11

Jan

Jeremiah Nakathila is ready and waiting for opportunity

by Anson Wainwright

Lightweight Jeremiah Nakathila hoped his big win over Miguel Berchelt would’ve garnered even bigger opportunities. He’s still waiting.

Raymond Muratalla, Emiliano Vargas notch KO victories on Alimkhanuly-Bently undercard

12

Nov

Raymond Muratalla, Emiliano Vargas notch KO victories on Alimkhanuly-Bently undercard

by Doug Fischer

Lightweights Raymond Muratalla and Emiliano Vargas advanced their young careers on the Janibek Alimkhanuly-Denzel Bently undercard on Saturday in Las...