2 New Exclusive Original Programs on ESPN+ to Expand ESPN’s Boxing Coverage
ESPN will debut two new shows this month, exclusively on ESPN+, as it continues to introduce new and unique boxing content to serve fans of the “Sweet Science.”
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Russell Jr. vs. Escandon Rescheduled for May 27 at MGM National Harbor
According to ESPN.com's Dan Rafael, the Gary Russell Jr. vs. Oscar Escandon matchup that was originally scheduled for March 11, has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 27, 2017.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Jeff Horn Set for April 22
According ESPN.com's Dan Rafael, Top Rank promoter Bob Arum has an agreement in place with Duco Events for Manny Pacquiao to defend his WBO Welterweight world title against Australia's unbeaten Jeff Horn.
Ivan Baranchyk and Ivan Golub Included in ESPN’s Top 20 Prospects of 2016
Following a successful 2016, stablemates Ivan "The Beast" Baranchyk and Ivan "The Volk" Golub were included on Dan Rafael's ESPN list of "Top 20 Prospects of the Year".
Luis Arias Feels Snubbed After Being Left Off of Dan Rafael’s Prospect List
Since parting ways with Floyd Mayweather back in October of 2014, Luis "Cuba" Arias (16-0, 8 KOs) hasn't been heard of much.
Joe Smith Jr. ‘Humbled’ by Fighter of the Year Noms
Joe Smith Jr. took to Twitter earlier to comment that he is humbled by the media’s response in naming him as a candidate for Fighter of the Year.
James Kirkland on Cotto Fight: “It’s Going to Be a War”
On Saturday, February 25, 2017, Miguel Cotto (40-5, 33 KOs) takes on James Kirkland (32-2, 28 KOs) in a scheduled 12-round bout live on HBO Pay-Per-View.
Cotto vs. Kirkland Agreed Upon for February 25
According to ESPN.com's Dan Rafael, Miguel Cotto will end a 15-month layoff on Saturday, February 25 by taking on James Kirkland in a Junior Middleweight fight.
Gennady Golovkin vs. Daniel Jacobs Talks Getting Messy
ESPN.com's Dan Rafael is reporting that the negotiations between the camps of Gennady Golovkin (36-0, 33 KOs) and Daniel Jacobs (32-1, 29 KOs) are not going all that smoothly.
Gennady Golovkin Set to Face Dominic Wade April 23 on HBO
Dan Rafael of ESPN.com confirmed via Twitter that Gennady Golovkin's next fight date and opponent are set--although the news definitely slid under the radar.
Gennady Golovkin vs. David Lemieux Is in Talks
While the boxing world eagerly awaits the official announcement for Miguel Cotto vs. Canelo Alvarez, a possible unification fight between Gennady Golovkin (33-0, 30 KOs) and David Lemieux (34-2, 31 KOs) is in talks, according to ESPN.com's Dan Rafael.
Audio | Stephen A. Smith Show: Dan Rafael Interview on Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Fight
Steven A. Smith interviews ESPN Boxing Insider Dan Rafael about the recent announcement of a Mega fight between the two Pound-for-Pound kings of boxing Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao scheduled for May 2nd at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, NV.
Dan Rafael Confirms GGG vs. Rubio at StubHub
Looks like Gennady Golovkin and Marco Antonio Rubio will officially be getting it on on October 18.
Floyd Mayweather Leaves Golden Boy Following Schaefer’s Departure
According to Dan Rafael of ESPN.com, Floyd Mayweather has swiftly dropped Golden Boy Promotions now that Richard Schaefer is no longer CEO.
Pacquiao Signs Extention with Top Rank
Dan Rafael of ESPN--via Twitter--is reporting that the WBO Welterweight Champion, Manny Pacquiao, has resigned with Bob Arum and Top Rank Promotions through 2016.