Boxing News: Boxer Bernard Hopkins Victorious, Marquez vs. Pacquiao?, Vikings’ turned Boxer Ray Edwards Wins, MMA Fighter Nick Diaz Withdraws, Quality Boxing Gear, Discount Boxing Equipment, Chad Dawson Defeats Adrian Diaconu… and More!

Bernard Hopkins

Bernard Hopkins is now the oldest fighter to win a major world championship after defeating Jean Pascal… he was 46! The previous oldest winner was George Foreman at 45 years and 10 months. Hopkins (52-5-2) was, to be exact, 46 years, 4 months and 6 days. Jean Pascal is just a youngster, compared to Hopkins, as he’s in his 28^th year. Hopkins stripped him of his WBC, IBO and The Ring magazine titles. This fight was actually a rematch, as their Dec. 18^th fight was a draw.

Marquez might fight Pacquiao again. Pacquiao hasn’t officially agreed to the fight… more later.

Football player Ray Edwards, of the Minnesota Vikings, won his pro boxing fight. The fight was short and sweet, ending in the 4^th round after 2 knock downs. T.J. Gibson was the unlucky opponent. Edwards isn’t the only football player turned boxer. Tom Zbikowski is now 4-0 in his boxing career.

Denis Lebedev knocked out Roy Jones Jr. in Moscow, in the 10^th and final round.



Chad Dawson

 Chad Dawson defeats Adrian Diaconu. This victory, at the Bell Centre, is pivotal for Dawson… he’s earned a fight with Bernard Hopkins. This is Dawson’s first victory with his new Hall of Fame trainer Emanuel Steward. The taller, longer and quicker Dawson used those attributes to his advantage against Diaconu.

Nick Diaz will not box… According to his manager, Cesar Gracie, the team decided that Diaz’s options in MMA outweigh the attraction of switching over to boxing. If this were a couple months ago, it could have made all the difference. The MMA must be working out for Diaz…

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As always… more later!

Boxing News… Miranda & Green Returning, Pavlik Victorious, Jorge Arce Beats Wilfredo Vazquez Jr., Boxing Punch – The Uppercut, Boxing Gear & Boxing Equipment

Edison Miranda and Allan Green to return to the title scene. Miranda hasn't fought since April, 2010 when he lost to Lucian Bute in the 3rd round and we don't know yet who he's going to fight in his scheduled 8

Miguel Angel "Mikey" Garcia on right

round battle. Green is to fight an 8-rounder as well, against Dhafir Smith... fights are to take place in the Super Six World Boxing Classic Semifinals June 4^th, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Miguel Angel “Mikey” Garcia passes up a world title fight with Billy Dib. Instead, he will be on HBO... deciding that a fight with Dib wouldn't be too enjoyable for fans, even though Mikey would have enjoyed going for that title.

After being out of the ring for 13 months, former middleweight champ Kelly Pavlik has returned to a victory over Alfonso Lopez last Saturday night. Fight took place in Las Vegas, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Pavlik was rusty, but was able to win by a majority decision.

Jorge Arce

Jorge Arce, (57-6-2, 44 knockouts) of Mexico, suffered an early knockdown against Puerto Rico's Wilfredo Vazquez Jr., but came back to win in the 12^th round, making Arce a

three-division world titleholder. Vazquez took a beating before Tutico Zabala Jr., one of Vazquez's cornermen and also his

co-promoter, intervened.

The Uppercut

This vertical, rising boxing punch aims for your opponent's chin, and is thrown with your rear hand. Start with your knees slightly bent, rear leg being bent just a bit more that your lead leg. Keeping your elbows in, thrust your rear hand in an upward arc to connect with your opponent's chin, etc. as you push up with your knees for more power. Transfer your weight from your rear foot to your lead foot, use your hips & torso (strong core muscles)... also, your rear heel turns outwards. You want to lift your opponent up – get him off-balance, and / or get his chin up for a good shot! Bury your chin, and guard it with your lead hand. Quickly bring your rear hand back to guard after your uppercut.

Tips:

Rotate your hand

Don't Reach – Stay Close and don't aim too high

Use your upper body – drop your lead shoulder slightly & lean just a little. Don't be too obvious, you want to surprise your opponent.

Find a punching bag, boxing gloves & some hand wraps and get your own knockout uppercut!

Pacquiao Beat Mosley, David Haye / Klitschoko Saga Continues, Elite MMA Fighter vs. Boxer, Boxing News, Boxing Tips, Boxing Punch - The Hook…

Pacquiao easily beat Mosley last Saturday

Pacquiao easily beat “Sugar” Shane Mosley last Saturday... so the good, interesting fight wasn't all that was hoped for. Shane Mosley kept himself from getting knockouted, while Pac-Man's performance wasn't too good, although adequate. Unfortunately, Manny was suffering from a cramp in his leg, which hampered him. Pacquiao took home $20 million, while Mosley isn't suffering with his $5 million.

David Haye has vowed to show to us all that Wladimir Klitschko is a “fraud” in their fight on July 2^nd. Klitschko and Haye will be splitting the money 50 / 50 and Klitschko adds that Haye will be getting a really big check... to be the 50^th KO! So the saga continues... Haye is still digging that hole & Klitschko isn't going to be happy if there is another cancellation.

MMA Elitist Nick Diaz

Evander Holyfield won in the 10^th round last Saturday night, with a TKO. Holyfield stated that it was a tough fight. Nielson disagreed with the TKO decision, and suggested a rematch, which Holyfield declined.

Nick Diaz to possibly box Jeff Lacy this fall. If this match happens, it'll be the first elite mixed martial artist vs. established boxer fight.

Boxer Jeff Lacy

The Boxing Hook

Knock your opponent out with this boxing punch! With your lead head, throw a semi-circular punch to smash into your unfortunate opponent's head. Once again, use that rear hand to guard. Rotate your torso and hips to propel your fist in a tight arc to the target. Also, pivot your lead foot clockwise as well, turning your left heel outwards. Pull that lead had quickly back (important, as you are very vulnerable to a straight righ), and weave / bob to help avoid your opponent's return punch(es). A rip is a boxing hook to the body, instead of the head. The boxing hook can also be performed with the rear hand. Grab your boxing gear & equipment and start utilizing that punching bag!!

Mosley vs. Pacquiao This Saturday, Boxing News, Boxing Gear, The Straight Boxing Punch / Cross…

Pacquiao vs. Mosley

Shane Mosley to Fight Pacquiao This Saturday, May 7th! Shane Mosley is still a good fighter, even at his age, and thinks he has a real shot at pulling an upset. Pac-Man is not taking him lightly. It's expected to be a good, interesting fight! The 12 round fight will be at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas & Showtime pay-per-view @ 9 p.m. ET $54.95.

Evander Holyfield to fight Brian Nielsen in Copenhagen, Denmark this Saturday. Former heavyweight champion Holyfield wants to get a world championship lined up, by winning this fight. Holyfield is expected to win, but Nielson, who last fought in 2002, promises it won't be a walkover.

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez

Boxing junior middleweight champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is scheduled to defend his title against Ryan Rhodes on June 18^th. Alarez, 20, won the title on March 5^th against Matthew Hatton, and earned the record of youngest man to win that title. The fight will be in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Boxing Straight Punch / Cross

This boxing punch is delivered by your rear hand, from the guard position, and utilizes your shoulders. Your lead hand guards your chin. For more power, be sure to incorporate your whole body. Rotating your body, and quickly transferring your body weight give this boxing punch it's power. Be sure to quickly bring your rear hand back to guard yourself. You can counter a jab, counter a straight body punch, or set-up a hook with this punch. Following a jab, this straight boxing punch creates a classic “one-two” combo! Wear your hand wraps and boxing gloves while you perfect your straight punch on your punching bag.