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The Pioneers of Women’s Boxing According to Claressa Shields

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Boxing legend Claressa Shields shares her top picks for female fighters who have shaped the sport.

Boxing legend Claressa Shields shares her top picks for female fighters who have shaped the sport.

By Mohamed Bahaa

Claressa Shields, often hailed as the “GWOAT” (Greatest Woman of All Time), holds a prominent place in women’s boxing history. As she gears up to face WBC heavyweight world champion Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse this weekend, Shields reflects on her contemporaries who have also left an indelible mark on the sport.

The 29-year-old boxing icon shared her perspective on the leading figures in women’s boxing today, creating a “Mount Rushmore” of current female fighters.

“If there’s a Mount Rushmore of women’s boxers right now, I would say it’s myself, Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, and maybe Mikaela Mayer,” Shields stated. “You can even add Savannah Marshall to that list,” she added.

Shields recognizes the exceptional achievements of these fighters, each of whom has held multiple world titles. However, she also emphasizes the unique and passionate fan bases that support these athletes, underscoring their significance in the sport.

The 29-year-old boxing icon shared her perspective on the leading figures in women’s boxing today, creating a “Mount Rushmore” of current female fighters.

“If there’s a Mount Rushmore of women’s boxers right now, I would say it’s myself, Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, and maybe Mikaela Mayer,” Shields stated. “You can even add Savannah Marshall to that list,” she added.

Boxing legend Claressa Shields shares her top picks for female fighters who have shaped the sport.

Shields recognizes the exceptional achievements of these fighters, each of whom has held multiple world titles. However, she also emphasizes the unique and passionate fan bases that support these athletes, underscoring their significance in the sport.

“They have their own fan base, fans come out to see them,” Shields noted. “We all kind of get behind each other and support each other here and there.”

Shields’ admiration for her fellow boxers extends beyond their skills in the ring. She appreciates the camaraderie and mutual support that exists among these top fighters, which she believes is vital for the growth of women’s boxing.

Through her own promotion company, T-Rex Promotions, Shields advocates for the elevation of women’s boxing as a whole. “It doesn’t just need to be one name and one face,” she stated, highlighting the importance of diverse representation in the sport.

Boxing legend Claressa Shields shares her top picks for female fighters who have shaped the sport.

As the anticipation builds for her upcoming bout, Claressa Shields remains a steadfast champion not only for her own career but for the entire realm of women’s boxing. Her acknowledgment of her peers reinforces the collective strength and influence of these athletes, ensuring that women’s boxing continues to thrive and inspire future generations.

Shields’ dedication to advancing women’s boxing extends beyond her in-ring achievements and promotional efforts. She actively engages in community outreach and mentorship programs, aiming to inspire young girls to pursue their dreams both inside and outside the ring. Her vision for the sport encompasses not only creating opportunities for current athletes but also fostering an environment where young talent can flourish. Shields is determined to leave a lasting legacy that transcends her own career, paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future in women’s boxing.

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Laver cannot be compared to Federer

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These are words from Ken Rosewall in a recent interview, where he also assesses the changes that the grass tour has undergone compared to his era.

These are words from Ken Rosewall in a recent interview, where he also assesses the changes that the grass tour has undergone compared to his era.

Ken Rosewall will turn 90 next November, and truthfully, it hurts to think that a legend of his caliber may be entering the last decade of his legendary existence. Winner of 8 Grand Slams in the Open Era, he holds several longevity records on the circuit, although one escaped him: the Calendar Grand Slam. Despite playing four finals at Wimbledon, the Australian never managed to complete the grand slam, but still retains the drive to give interviews and talk about these topics. In a conversation with Italian Tennis, Muscles reflects on tennis from his era compared to the current era.

These are words from Ken Rosewall in a recent interview, where he also assesses the changes that the grass tour has undergone compared to his era.

Playing on Grass in 2024

“The truth is, I don’t know. It’s been a long time since I’ve played on this surface or even here at Wimbledon (smiles), so I don’t know much about the conditions today. Grass court tennis has always been very interesting to me, even more so than on other surfaces, although sometimes you need a bit of luck due to the bounces. What has really changed are the materials more than the surfaces. Grass is slippery at the beginning, especially in the first days of tournaments, but nowadays players have specific shoes for grass courts. In my time, we used the same shoes on all surfaces.”

The Rivalry of the Future

I’m truly impressed with Jannik Sinner; he seems like a true athlete, very strong in all aspects of his game. He moves so well for his height, although it’s probably because other sports achieved that earlier. For me, he’s perfect for tennis. The rivalry he has with Carlos Alcaraz is very nice. Carlos has also improved a lot in the last two years; winning Wimbledon and Roland Garros shows how well his game adapts because American hard courts and London grass are very different. I see him with a very winning attitude, it’s a pleasure to watch him.”

These are words from Ken Rosewall in a recent interview, where he also assesses the changes that the grass tour has undergone compared to his era.

Then and Now

“Nicola Pietrangeli was a great player; he won Roland Garros twice because clay was his favorite surface, but he was also good on others. Comparing him to Sinner is like comparing Rod Laver to Roger Federer; it’s impossible to compare, they are different eras. Today’s tennis players benefit a lot from the advancements in materials, some show it more than others, but there are also those who prefer the old style.”

Crisis of the One-Handed Backhand

“These days we see some beautiful one-handed backhands, but unfortunately, it’s not as common a stroke as in my time. Nowadays, extreme grips with a lot of topspin are used, causing the ball to bounce very high, which makes it very difficult for players with a one-handed backhand to defend. I remember some players before World War II who were ambidextrous; that’s something we won’t see again.”

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Claims made that Simone Biles could miss Paris Olympics

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Simone Biles 

Simone Biles is one of the United States‘ top athletes, with more medals of any gymnast in the country’s history and widely regarded as one of the greatest in her field. She has claimed seven Olympic medals, but even those accolades do not guarantee her presence at the upcoming Paris Olympic Games.

The 27-year-old famously dropped out of the Tokyo Games last time around, citing mental health issues as the reason, which raised massive awareness of these kind of issues given her incredible feats of the past.

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Simone Biles is one of the United States‘ top athletes, with more medals of any gymnast in the country’s history and widely regarded as one of the greatest in her field. She has claimed seven Olympic medals, but even those accolades do not guarantee her presence at the upcoming Paris Olympic Games.

The 27-year-old famously dropped out of the Tokyo Games last time around, citing mental health issues as the reason, which raised massive awareness of these kind of issues given her incredible feats of the past.

Claims made that Simone Biles could miss Paris Olympics

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Simone Biles is one of the United States‘ top athletes, with more medals of any gymnast in the country’s history and widely regarded as one of the greatest in her field. She has claimed seven Olympic medals, but even those accolades do not guarantee her presence at the upcoming Paris Olympic Games.

The 27-year-old famously dropped out of the Tokyo Games last time around, citing mental health issues as the reason, which raised massive awareness of these kind of issues given her incredible feats of the past.

Simone Biles and the gymnastics team in their final training session for Paris

Now, as the Paris Games approach, some believe that she will either drop out altogether or pace herself through the competition.

Washington Post reporter Emily Giambalvo has claimed that Team USA Gymnastics Technical Lead Chellsie Memmel is considering dosing Biles’ appearances.

“Chellsie Memmel said she has talked with Cecile Landi, Simone Biles‘s coach, about the option for Biles to not compete all four events in the team final if they feel that’s what’s best for her. Decision is up to Biles but the option is available,” wrote Giambalvo on X.

What did Memmel recently say about Biles’ condition?

This claim comes just under two weeks since Memmel publicly stated that Team USA is going all out for gold and that Simone Biles would be at the heart of that.

“If she can put together her normal gymnastics, there is no doubt in my mind that she can be an Olympic all-around champion,” Memmel told TMJ4.

“Simone paced herself really well. You know, coming back. Starting with last year. Competing, doing amazing at World Championships. You know, she’s added in even a little bit more difficulty coming into the Olympics.

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Simone Biles is one of the United States‘ top athletes, with more medals of any gymnast in the country’s history and widely regarded as one of the greatest in her field. She has claimed seven Olympic medals, but even those accolades do not guarantee her presence at the upcoming Paris Olympic Games.

The 27-year-old famously dropped out of the Tokyo Games last time around, citing mental health issues as the reason, which raised massive awareness of these kind of issues given her incredible feats of the past.

Simone Biles and the gymnastics team in their final training session for Paris

Now, as the Paris Games approach, some believe that she will either drop out altogether or pace herself through the competition.

Washington Post reporter Emily Giambalvo has claimed that Team USA Gymnastics Technical Lead Chellsie Memmel is considering dosing Biles’ appearances.

“Chellsie Memmel said she has talked with Cecile Landi, Simone Biles‘s coach, about the option for Biles to not compete all four events in the team final if they feel that’s what’s best for her. Decision is up to Biles but the option is available,” wrote Giambalvo on X.

Claims made that Simone Biles could miss Paris Olympics

What did Memmel recently say about Biles’ condition?

This claim comes just under two weeks since Memmel publicly stated that Team USA is going all out for gold and that Simone Biles would be at the heart of that.

“If she can put together her normal gymnastics, there is no doubt in my mind that she can be an Olympic all-around champion,” Memmel told TMJ4.

“Simone paced herself really well. You know, coming back. Starting with last year. Competing, doing amazing at World Championships. You know, she’s added in even a little bit more difficulty coming into the Olympics.”

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“When we’re at competitions together? You know I try to check in, but also I try to leave things up to her. You know, she knows where she’s at.

“The coaches are with her day in, day out. You know, they know her best. They know her in the gym. But also knowing that if she needs to do this? Or if she needs to have a therapy session? That’s what we’re going to do

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Tyson Fury: ‘No collision course’ with Anthony Joshua if he does not beat Oleksandr Usyk, says manager

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Tyson Fury must win his December rematch with Oleksandr Usyk if he is to remain on course to fight the Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois victor, Fury’s manager Spencer Brown says; watch the Joshua vs Dubois IBF heavyweight title fight live on Sky Sports Box Office on September 21

Tyson Fury, the former two-time world heavyweight champion, is expected to attend the Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois fight on September 21.

Fury lost his WBC title to Oleksandr Usyk in a four-belt undisputed unification in May. But, with Fury and Usyk set for a rematch in December, the Ukrainian had to vacate his IBF championship.

Dubois, previously an IBF interim titlist, was elevated to become the body’s full champion and now fights Joshua at Wembley Stadium, live on Sky Sports Box Office.

Although Fury has a long-standing rivalry with Joshua, he might well be backing Dubois in that September 21 fight.

Spencer Brown, Fury’s manager, told Sky Sports: “I think he’s a good friend of Daniel Dubois and obviously he’s in that [same] promotional company. But I think Tyson just wants to see a good fight. Who will he back? Probably Daniel Dubois.”

 

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Jake Paul vs Mike Perry Date: When is the fight and all the details you should know about it…

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The fight will take place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

The cancellation of Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson scheduled for July 20 did not upset the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s schedule.

JAKE PAUL VS MIKE PERRY

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He has kept his plans to step into the ring on the same date, although he found a new opponent to fulfill the commitment ahead of his fight with ‘Iron Mike’ on November 15.

His next opponent will be Mike Perry, former UFC fighter and current Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), with whom he will clash in an eight-round bout to be held at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

“He is a proven knockout artist who has proven to be a maniac in and out of the ring. This is the perfect experience for me before I face Mike Tyson. But getting that experience comes with risks. Those who know me know I’m a risk taker and while ‘Platinum’ Perry might try to take me down, I’m Titanium Jake Paul and I’m not afraid of anyone,” Paul stated in an interview with ESPN about his decision to find the ideal opponent for a fight while stepping into the ring with Mike Tyson.

Jake Paul AND Mike Tyson

For his part, Perry had long called for a fight against Paul and during an appearance on TMZ Sports television show revealed the intense rivalry he has with the YouTuber.

“We’ve never been friends. He’s never been good to me, he wanted to beat me up, and he’s a sneaky little snake, and I’m going to f*** him up by pulling his teeth out of his mouth. F*** ’em. F*** you, Jake. I’m going to break your face, b****.”

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JAKE PAUL VS MIKE PERRY

Since leaving the UFC, Perry joined BKFC, where he became the biggest star with an undefeated 5-0 record. His wins include notable names such as Luke Rockhold and Michael ‘Venom’ Page.

What day is Jake Paul vs Mike Perry?

The Jake Paul vs Mike Perry fight will be next Saturday, July 20, 2024.

What time is Jake Paul vs Mike Perry?

The Jake Paul vs Mike Perry fight is scheduled for around 12 am ET, while the show will start at 9 pm ET.

  • ET: 12:00 AM
  • CT: 11:00 PM
  • MT: 10:00 PM
  • PT: 9:00 PM

Where will Jake Paul vs Mike Perry take place?

Jake Paul and Mike Perry will square off in the eight-round main event fight at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

Where to watch Jake Paul vs Mike Perry in the United States?

The Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry headliner will air exclusively on DAZN on Pay-Per-View in the United States and more than 200 other countries.

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Jaron Ennis defeats David Avanesyan by TKO: Round-by-round fight analysis…

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Jaron Ennis VS David Avanesyan

Jaron “Boots” Ennis defended his IBF welterweight title with a TKO victory over David Avanesyan Saturday night at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.

Ennis knocked down Avanesyan in the fifth round and the challenger looked spent as he headed back to the corner.

Jaron Ennis VS David Avanesyan

Before the sixth round started, the referee stopped the fight on the advice of the ringside physician.

“I knew I was too strong for him,” Ennis said. “I should have listened to my corner a little more. Jabbed a little more, got to that body a little more, more angles. … It’s OK.”

It was the first title defense for Ennis, 27, who improved to 32-0 and reinforced his status as one of the top rising stars in boxing. He has scored knockouts in 29 of his fights.

Ennis, a native of Philadelphia, was fighting in front of a hometown crowd of about 14,000 after a year-long layoff.

“I did feel a little off,” he said. “That’s OK, I did get the job done.”

Fighting, and winning, in his hometown “felt phenomenal,” he said.

Ennis indicated he’d like to fight Terence Crawford even if it requires Ennis to move up to 154 pounds from his current spot at 147 pounds.

“I want the big names,’’ he said.

Avanesyan, 35, called this fight his last shot at a world title. He fell to 30-5-1.

Round-by-round analysis of the Ennis-Avanesyan fight and full highlights from the card:

Terence Crawford Vs Jaron Ennis

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, Round 1

Ennis out quickly firing jabs. Avanesyan covering up. Avanesyan sneaks in a right, but Ennis in control early. Now he’s working the body too and slipping punches. Avanesyan caught with a low blow – a right uppercut – and he is on the ground and in AGONY. Has five minutes to recover, and the crowd is growing restless. Fight is on again, and Ennis is still on the attack. Ennis 10, Avanesyan 9.

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, Round 2

Ennis unloading, but now Avanesyan fighting back. Avanesyan now stalking and finding his mark with a variety of punches. Impressive exchanges. Ennis 20, Avanesyan 18.

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, Round 3

Ennis showing superior power and volume, but it’s clear Avanesyan isn’t going down without a fight. Ennis picking up the pace even more. Ennis fighting off the ropes, content with unloading uppercuts and taking some punches along the way. Ennis 30, Avanesyan 27.

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, Round 4

Ennis appears comfortable even when Avanesyan stalks. Already showing much of his vast repertoire and punishing Avanesyan’s body. Avanesyan throwing punches, but not connecting much. A little showmanship from Ennis. Ennis 40, Avanesyan 36.

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, Round 5

Jaron Ennis VS David Avanesyan

Ennis misses with a big right and slips. Avanesyan exults as Ennis falls to a knee. Avanesyan lands a big uppercut and then he briefly hits the canvas. Slip-and-sliding here. Avanesyan all in here, doing his best to turn the tide. Down goes Avanesyan. He lands a punch and eats a bigger one! But he’s back on his feet and more exchanges ensue.  Ennis unloading. Somehow Avanesyan still on his feet. Ennis 50, Avanesyan 44.

The fight is over. The Referee called the fight based on advice from the ringside physician. Ennis wins by TKO.

Next up: Main event

Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan, welterweight, scheduled for 12 rounds.

Avanesyan is in the ring. Ennis is on his way.

Jalil Hackett def. Peter Dobson by unanimous decision

Hackett, 21, dominated the early rounds of the 10-round welterweight fight and improved to 9-0.

Hackett was bleeding from under his right eye when the fight ended. But he clearly inflicted more punishment by landing more powerful punches.

The judges scored it 97-93, 97-93, 96-94.

Dobson, 34, came on late but fell to 16-2.

Round-by-round analysis:

Jalil Hackett vs. Peter Dobson, Round 1

Hackett out quick, firing the left jab and following it up with combinations. Dobson counters with a left. This fight is on. Hackett stays on the attack but Dobson counters. Hackett 10, Dobson 9.

Jalil Hackett vs. Peter Dobson, Round 2

The two meet in the middle of the ring and punches fly. But Hackett shows more power. Dobson more tactical, picking his spots. But Hackett landing far more punches. Hackett 20, Dobson 18.

Vargas, the aggressor for most of the fight, at one point mimicked a chicken as Nicolson backpedaled. But Vargas repeatedly walked into punches and Nicolson showed superior footwork and precision.

Vargas, a 32-year-old from the Dominican Republic, fell to 19-2.

Skye Nicolson vs. Dyana Vargas, featherweight

Round 1: Vargas ducking and diving. Nicolson fighting in a more traditional stance and lands her jab. Nicolson continues to score. Nicolson 10, Vargas 9.

Round 2: Vargas comes out stalking, but it’s not yet translating into big punches. In fact, she walks into a few punches from Nicolson, who’s showing precision. Nicolson 20, Vargas 18.

Round 3: Vargas charges out again on the attack and lands a right. But it’s messy fighting. Nicolson creates distance and firing the jab and left. Vargas mimics a chicken as Nicolson backpedals, and she responds by landing punches. Nicolson 30, Vargas 27.

Round 4: It’s more of the same, Vargas stalking Nicolson and walking into punches. Nicolson showing superior footwork and defense. Nicolson 40, Vargas 36.

Round 5: Vargas manages to close the distance, but Nicolson slips away before Vargas has a chance to connect with punches. Nicolson now lands a couple of BIG lefts but Vargas on her feet as the round ends. Nicolson 50, Vargas 45.

Jaron Ennis VS Terence Crawford

Round 6: This is turning into target practice for Nicolson, who’s still making good use of her right jab and left hand. Nicolson 60, Vargas 54.

Round 7: At this point, Nicolson won’t need much ice for swelling. Looks like her face has gone almost untouched. Can’t say the same for Vargas, who’s getting hit with a lot of crisp shots. Nicolson 70, Vargas 63.

Round 8: Vargas lands a right. Worth noting after a lot of swinging and missing. Vargas looking even more aggressive, but once again she’s getting caught with lefts and the jab. Nicolson 80, Vargas 72.

Round 9: Vargas holding nothing back. Nicolson doesn’t seem to enjoy the physicality here. But she’s still landing the jab and her left. Vargas spinning around as she gets hit. Nicolson appears to be smiling. Nicolson 90, Vargas 81.

Round 10: Nicolson tattoos Vargas face with another right-left combo. Now it’s stick-and-move from Nicolson, who gives Vargas a taste of her medicine by mimicking a chicken. Vargas bleeding from under left eye. More chicken mimicking as the fight ends. Nicolson 100, Vargas 90

Khalil Coe def. Kwame Ritter by KO

Coe dispatched Ritter with a second-round TKO in their light heavyweight fight.

Coe, a 27-year-old from New Jersey, improved to 9-0-1 and now has knocked out six of his opponents.

Ritter, a late fill-in for the fight, came out quick in the first round. But Coe turned the tables in the following round.

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Tension Between Gervonta Davis and Floyd Mayweather’s Camps…

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Gervonta Davis VS FLOYD MAYWEATHER

Gervonta Davis’ co- trainer, Kenny Ellis, recently called out Floyd Mayweather on social media. He believes Davis, nicknamed “Tank,” has the skills to crack Mayweather’s famous defensive technique, the shoulder roll. Davis and Mayweather go way back. Mayweather mentored Davis early in his career, but their relationship soured after Davis left Mayweather Promotions in 2022.

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Floyd Mayweather VS Canelo Alvarez

“Gervonta Davis can decode the shouder roll. If Floyd can fight another exhibition he can fight another [professional] fight. If he’s [as] great as he says he is let’s stop spinning the fans – Gervonta vs. Floyd,” said Ellis on Intagram.

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Floyd Mayweather saw immense potential in Gervonta Davis when they first joined forces. “Uh, no I asked [was] what [Floyd] for the whole summer before I signed with him you know before I even you know signed anything on paper he already bought me cars, he bought me jewelry, and things like that,” said Davis in an interview once.

This potential fight has a lot of intrigue for fans. It’s a classic student vs. teacher narrative, with added spice from their current rivalry. So far, Mayweather hasn’t directly responded to the challenge. He’s currently retired from professional boxing but does participate in exhibition matches.

Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather

There’s a significant age difference to consider. Mayweather is 47, while Davis is in his prime at 28. Floyd Mayweather capped off his professional boxing career with an undefeated record of 50-0.  Legends like Manny Pacquiao and Canelo Alvarez tried and failed to dethrone him. Throughout his career, Mayweather never even hit the canvas from an opponent’s punch.  Given his dominance, facing him in the ring required exceptional courage or perhaps a hint of recklessness.

“I’m the best, nobody can beat me,” said Mayweather once and it will be up to Davis’ trainer to prove that statement right.

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Watch: Corner Cam Shows Trainer Telling Boxer to Gervonta Davis His Opponent’s “A”…

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GERVONTA TANKS

After defeating Ryan Garcia in their fight last year, Gervonta Davis openly proclaimed himself “the face of boxing”. Not just him, but many people think that he is indeed the face of the sport. Even so, Davis’ knockout technique has evolved into a standard for taking out opponents. So much so that, in a surfaced video online from a corner, a trainer can be heard giving instructions to his fighter to use the Gervonta Davis’ method against his opponent.

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Gervonta Davis VS Ryan Garcia

Bronx native Peter Dobson squared off against an up-and-coming boxing prospect, Jalil Hackett on July 13th, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The clip from the fight on the undercard of Jaron Ennis vs. David Avanesyan shows Dobson’s trainer, in between rounds, motivating Dobson to knock out Jalil Hackett.

Gervonta Davis knockout is a thing now

Between rounds, Dobson is seen in his corner, sitting on the stool and preparing for the next round. In the midst of that, his coach can be heard saying to him, “Gervonta. You remember the Gervonta? I want you to Gervonta his a**.” With 28 of his 30 fights ending in knockouts, it’s understandable why any coach would reference him when talking about knocking out opponents. His knockouts serve as a manual on how to end fights decisively.

Despite the motivation provided by his coach, Dobson could not outclass a 21-year-old Jalil Hackett. Dobson lost the bout via unanimous decision. Notably, Hackett was more likely to employ the ‘Tank’ Davis approach. I know you’re wondering, why? Even before he became a professional boxer, Hackett was close to Davis for a considerable amount of time.

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Gervonta Davis AND Floyd Mayweather

‘Major’ won the vacant WBA Continental Americas Welterweight title by defeating an older and experienced Peter Dobson. The young boxer from Washington is slowly cementing his status as one of the finest rising boxers in the 147-pound division. He has been under great hands which helped him make a name for himself in boxing. Back in 2019, Hackett was asked to spar with Davis ahead of the latter’s fight against Ricardo Nunez. Hackett was so good that he was then hired as a permanent sparring partner for Davis.

Jaron Ennis VS Terence Crawford

Moreover, with Davis’ influence, Hackett was signed by Mayweather Promotions. The youthful boxer has benefited from the wise counsel of boxing legends like Floyd Mayweather Jr. and ‘Tank’ Davis. He naturally got the opportunity to learn from Davis, but he was also exposed to other accomplished fighters at the Mayweather gym, which helped him polish his craft. Very recently, he left Mayweather Promotions and became a free agent. Soon after he was signed by Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing for a multi-fight deal. With a Matchroom deal set in place, there is no doubt that the rising prospect will appear on numerous big cards in the coming days.

Meanwhile, what do you think about Dobson’s trainer’s remarks in the video? Let us know in the comments below.

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Boxing, MMA star Claressa Shields’ next big fight is a first for women in Saudi Arabia…

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CLARESSA SHIELDS

Claressa Shields is, without a doubt, the best women’s boxer in the world. The two-time Olympic gold medalist was the first undisputed champion in two different divisions — light middleweight and middleweight — in an era with four belts to win. At 14-0 as a professional and atop all pound-for-pound lists, she can continue doing what she’s doing and cruise into the Boxing Hall of Fame.

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But that’s simply not Shields’ style.

She’s always wanted more, from the time she was growing up in Flint, Mich. One medal podium wasn’t good enough, she needed a second. One pro division wasn’t good enough, she needed more belts. One sport wasn’t good enough — she decided to join the Professional Fighters League to compete in mixed martial arts with the hopes of becoming the greatest women’s combat fighter of all time, and in hopes of bigger paydays in an industry where the gaps between men and women are often stark.

On Saturday, she’ll make an even bigger mark in combat sports by fighting Kelsey DeSantis, when they’ll become the first women to fight on a professional mixed martial arts card in Saudi Arabia, according to the PFL.

“It’s going to inspire the women there. It’s going to inspire their culture and their country,” said Shields, who will fight on the “PFL Champions vs. Bellator Champions” preliminary card, which will be televised in the United States on ESPNews and ESPN+.

“If you go and look at my story to see everything that I went through and how sports changed my life, they will feel that every woman and every man deserves sports. Sports change lives and it saves lives,” she told The Athletic, calling the bout a step “in the right direction” for the kingdom.

Saudi Arabia has long been criticized by international human rights groups for its record on women’s rights, even amid some loosening of social restrictions. Women could not vote or run for office until 2015. They began driving legally in 2018. Women, unlike men, still must have the consent of a male legal guardian to get married.

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In terms of sports, women first represented Saudi Arabia in the Olympics in 2012, when judoist Wojdan Ali Seraj Abdulrahim Shahrkhani and runner Sarah Attar competed in London. Women were not welcomed as spectators at sporting events in the kingdom until 2018, which led to an explosion in attendance, according to the Saudi Ministry of Sport.

Saudi Arabia has long been criticized by international human rights groups for its record on women’s rights, even amid some loosening of social restrictions. Women could not vote or run for office until 2015. They began driving legally in 2018. Women, unlike men, still must have the consent of a male legal guardian to get married.

In terms of sports, women first represented Saudi Arabia in the Olympics in 2012, when judoist Wojdan Ali Seraj Abdulrahim Shahrkhani and runner Sarah Attar competed in London. Women were not welcomed as spectators at sporting events in the kingdom until 2018, which led to an explosion in attendance, according to the Saudi Ministry of Sport.

Shields’ journey to this point has been anything but typical. She has long been one of the most feared and technical strikers when on her feet, but has far less experience grappling on the mat. It’s why you rarely see boxers make the transition — once the fight hits the ground, more experienced and skilled jiu-jitsu practitioners often find a way to submit you.

Shields, who trains with Murcielago MMA in Lansing, Mich., said she had to “force myself to be uncomfortable for months” while learning how to grapple. Many times she lost breath while being choked out on the mat and questioned why she made the leap to begin with.

Kelsey DeSantis VS CLARESSA SHIELDS

“I have days at the gym where I tell myself, ‘I don’t know why I do this,’” she said. “I don’t know why I’m doing MMA. I get paid more in boxing. I’m respected more in boxing. Boxing is easier. Why am I here?”

But she comes back willing to learn. Nowadays, she said, she’s more comfortable and confident. Each training session helps her confidence that if she is, indeed, taken to the mat against DeSantis — a purple belt in jiu-jitsu and former U.S. Marine Corps member — she’ll be ready.

A win on Saturday would be Shields’ third in as many professional MMA fights and get her closer to her goal of fighting for a PFL belt. She said after this weekend’s bout, she plans on boxing two times in a row and then closing the year with another MMA fight. Shields’ goal is to be champion in both sports to ensure her the title of the greatest woman of all time in combat sports, a moniker (“GWOAT”) that she has often used for herself in boxing.

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“Whether that’s a year from now or two or three years from now, I want to still be reigning in boxing and then fight for the PFL championship and win,” Shields said. “To hold both of those titles at the same time, to me that would be the biggest thing I could do in combat sports.”

But she thinks her bout is significant no matter the outcome.

“I feel like adding sports will bring more value to their culture and to their women,” Shields said. “It will make them feel important and make them feel like their life has a purpose through sports. That’s what I’m hoping that they can see with me.”

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Anthony Joshua Names The Greatest Boxer Of All Time: “By A Mile”…

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Anthony Joshua has no doubt about who he considers to be the best boxer ever to lace up the gloves.

The British heavyweight can rightly claim that he has been one of the standouts of the current era. He quickly rose through the amateur ranks to become an Olympic Gold Medalist at London 2012 just a couple of years after picking up the sport rather late aged 18.

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Once he turned professional, Joshua went on an impressive run of early knockouts, including picking up the British title with a stoppage of Dillian Whyte back in December 2015.

His first world title came with another stoppage, this time of Charles Martin, and he unified with wins over Joseph Parker, who was the first man to take him the distance, and a stoppage of long-reigning champion Wladimir Klitschko.

After some routine defences he hit his first stumbling block in New York’s Madison Square Garden when he was halted by underdog and late stand-in Andy Ruiz Jr, though quickly exacted revenge in the rematch.

Anthony Joshua vs Dillian Whyte

2021 and 2022 proved difficult years with back-to-back losses to the eventual undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk, though since then he has got back to winning ways with a trip of stoppages over Otto Wallin, Robert Helenius and Francis Ngannou.

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Speaking to Mens Health, ‘AJ’ was asked who he considered to be the best-ever fighter and he immediately went with American Legend Muhammad Ali.

“Historically, Ali. By a mile.”

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After a gold medal laced amateur career, Ali beat George Foreman, Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier and Earnie Shavers in a 61-fight campaign. The undisputed heavyweight champion formerly known as Cassius Clay left his mark not just on the sport but culture entire.

Next up for Joshua is a shot at becoming a three-time world heavyweight champion when he takes on Daniel Dubois for the IBF title at Wembley in September. That is a feat only repeated at heavyweight by Ali, who was also undisputed champion from 1974 to 1978 and is often considered one of the greatest sportsmen of the last century.

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