Archived Boxing News - September 2009
Macklin Stuns Asikainen!
Matthew Macklin scored a stunning 1st round KO victory over Finland's Amin Asikainen to win the European middleweight title. Macklin looked confident from the start and suddenly exploded with a huge left hook just a minute and a half into the 1st round. The Finn hit the canvas hard and he was up on very shaky legs and looking very disorientated. (More)
Klitschko and Arreola Ready To Go!
Vitali Klitschko and Chris Arreola both weighed in today at The Staples Centre, LA and are both in the mood for a war.
Vitali weighed in at 18st (252lbs) and Arreola 17st 13lbs (251lbs). As always Vitali looked in excellent shape and as usual Arreola looked fleshy around the midriff.
You can see the weigh-in footage by clicking through. (More)
Mayweather Outpoints Marquez
Floyd Mayweather Jnr won a unanimous points decision over Juan Manuel Marquez in a catchweight contest in Las Vegas. Mayweather was at his best and showed an excellent defence, with Marquez lacking the size or speed to catch up with Floyd. (More)
Controversial Decision As Fury Given Verdict Over McDermott
There was huge controversy in Brentwood as Tyson Fury was given a wide verdict by referee Terry O'Connor. Nearly everyone had McDermott the winner and surely a rematch must be ordered. (More)
Clinton Woods Retires
Clinton Woods has today announced his retirement from boxing after a highly distinguished career. He has decided to call time on his 15 year career in which he won British, Commonwealth, European and World titles. (More)
Mayweather v Marquez 24/7 - watch the fighters prepare for their Sept 19th encounter
Mayweather and Marquez are training hard for what promises to be a fascinating encounter. Can Marquez upset the odds by overcoming the silky skills of Floyd Mayweather at a much higher weight than he has ever fought at before? Have a look at the first part of the HBO series Mayweather v Marquez 24/7 here. (More)
Simpson stops Truscott in 10th
John Simpson scored a 10th round stoppage over previous foe Paul Truscott to retain the Commonwealth featherweight title before Truscott's home fans in Middlesborough. (More)
