Died on this day: Vernon Forrest
A tragedy struck the boxing world 13 years ago today. On July 25, 2009, two-division champion Vernon Forrest stopped at a...
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On this day: Vernon Forrest bests Sugar Shane Mosley again, retains welterweight crown
For the most part, someone always has your number. On July 20, 2002, Vernon Forrest scored a repeat 12-round unanimous decision...
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On this day: Sugar Shane Mosley repels Los Angeles rival Fernando Vargas, scores sixth-round TKO
Two huge stars and one very big finish. On July 15, 2006, Sugar Shane Mosley put on a terrific display in...
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An Inductee Experiences the International Boxing Hall of Fame – Part Four
Saturday, June 11, began with breakfast in Parlour. That was followed by a bus ride to Canastota for another meet-and-greet...
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An Inductee Experiences the International Boxing Hall of Fame – Part Three
Prior to going to Canastota for Induction Weekend, I asked some previous inductees what the experience was like. "You get a...
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On this day: Sugar Shane Mosley outscores Oscar De La Hoya in welterweight classic
From sparring sessions and amateur bouts as kids to a multi-million dollar superfight between pound for pound warriors. Oscar De La...
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Best I Covered – Larry Merchant
Boxing fans will know Larry Merchant for his outspoken and candid views on HBO Sports for over 35-years, where he...
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To Be The Best: The top 100 boxers in the history of The Ring Rankings (60-51)
If you’re new to this on-going series, please read: The Introduction. The Author’s Note. *** One of the most accomplished and long-reigning heavyweight champions...
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Beating Shane Mosley – Twice! – Not the defining standard of Vernon Forrest’s too-short life
For many boxers who sweat and bleed and toil to achieve something truly momentous in a sport that frequently can...
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The International Boxing Hall of Fame releases its 2022 induction schedule
It promises to be the biggest—and the best—class to ever be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Due to...
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