KHAN WILL SOON BE PUT TO THE TEST

KHAN WILL SOON BE PUT TO THE TEST
BY STEPHEN S. JOHNSON

(IB-SEPTEMBER 15, 2010) With all the latest boxing conversation being Margarito vs Pacquiao, Klitschko vs Briggs, and Alexander vs Bradley, the WBA very quietly mandated the Marcos Maidana vs Amir Khan fight on December 11, 2010 for the WBA World Light welterweight title be up for a purse bid after Maidana's team asked the WBA to intervene.

Golden Boy Promotions promotes both fighters and after the Maidana camp balked at terms for the fight, the Maidana camp asked the WBA to approve a purse bid, which was immediately set for September 21, 2010 in the WBA headquarters in Panama.

The WBA rules call for a 55-45 split of the final purse bid in favor of Khan because Khan is presently the full champion and Maidana carries the title interim champ. (more)

"MAYNEVER", JR. REALIZES HIS MISTAKE...JUST A FEW DAYS TOO LATE

"MAYNEVER", JR. REALIZES HIS MISTAKE...JUST A FEW DAYS TOO LATE
BY STEPHEN S. JOHNSON

(IB-SEPTEMBER 4, 2010) Now officially begins the Floyd "Maynever" self described 'roller coaster ride'.

Just last night in response to his previously released out of control, racist , profanity laden, unrequested, diatribe of insanity, and a look at the REAL man with words from his own mouth that he now claims "was just having fun", camt the presumed apology.

This column is short and sweet, like the endorsement deals "Maynever" currently has with AT&T, and REEBOK, will be.

This type of conduct displayed by "Maynever" cannot be tolerated by any true American, especially any true Black American.

The "Maynever" clan appears to be "circling the wagons" as little "Maynever" appeals to Uncle Jeff Mayweather to again become a part of the team. (more)

DE LA HOYA JUST CAN'T KEEP HIS MOUTH SHUT

DE LA HOYA JUST CAN'T KEEP HIS MOUTH SHUT
BY STEPHEN S. JOHNSON

(IB-SEPTEMBER 1, 2010) In the movie "ENOUGH", starring Jennifer Lopez, where she is repeatedly beaten by her husband and finally comes to terms with the situation by taking matters into her own hands.

In today's FANHOUSE column written by boxing editor Lem Satterfield, the ongoing cries from Oscar de la Hoya demanding Antonio Margarito be "banned for life" have become like Lopez, except de la Hoya cannot take matters into his own hands.

In Satterfield's article, de la hoya preaches his "love for HIS sport" and claims that anyone who does anything to tamper with the fists or gloves should be banned for life.

Carefully chosen words by someone who is the biggest hypocrite in "HIS sport" of boxing.

When it was verified following the Shane Mosley vs Oscar de la Hoya Light Middleweight Championship fight almost seven years ago (September of 2003), that Shane Mosley was definitely a CHEATER and a LIAR for saying he never used performance enhancing drugs of any kind and later forced to admit the usage,  it was wondered aloud by most in the boxing community, "What will Oscar do"? (more)

Texas Demonstrates Independence

Texas Demonstrates Independence
Makes way for Mega-Fight

By Moncayo Blackbull

IB-August 23, 2010 - There are leaders then there are followers, the Texas Combative Sports department has taken a major step in showing the world of Boxing they are leaders an independent agency that will make decisions based on the laws, rules and regulation of the state of Texas.

Short of a Federal Boxing Commission being formulated, Texas will not allow outside organizations or media to influence nor dictate how they should follow their own laws, rules and regulations. Making a strong and independent statement, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has issued professional boxer Antonio Margarito a license to participate and compete in the sport of professional boxing.

Granting a license to Margarito has paved the way for the mega fight between the Mexican great and pound for pound king Manny Pacquiao.

Now boxing fans around the world will be able to see this highly anticipated contest between two of the best fighters in the world. The contest scheduled for November 13th of this year and to be held at the Cowboys Stadium in Texas. (more)

ROGER MAYWEATHER ADMITS HIS CAMP LIED REGARDING MANNY PACQUIAO

ROGER MAYWEATHER ADMITS HIS CAMP LIED REGARDING MANNY PACQUIAO
STEPHEN S. JOHNSON

(IB-AUGUST 18, 2010) Boxscorenews.com contributor John Martinez clams to have exclusive information direct from the mouth of "never afraid of an opportunity to slam Manny Pacquiao" trainer Roger Mayweather.

Mayweather goes on his usual verbal tirade full of profanity-laden comments regarding his nephew, Floyd Mayweather, Jr., and his willingness to fight Pacquiao if not for the fact Pacquiao refuses to accept the terms of "random drug testing right up to the minute of the fight", if called upon.

The story in itself is old news except that the confusion over if there ever were any negotiations for the proposed Pacquiao vs Mayweather fight, can now officially be put to rest. (more)

The Indestructible Pacquiao

The Indestructible Pacquiao By Moncayo Blackbull

IB- August 16, 2010 - Manny Pacquiao believes he is invincible, king of the ring in 5 different weight divisions. As all great fighters, Pacquiao is not willing to accept defeat but is he taking too much of a risk in fighting Antonio Margarito.

Pacquiao won his first world title in the Flyweight division, weighing in at 112 lbs. and is the current WBC Welterweight champion and shows no weaknesses in his arsenal so being lenient in negotiating a fight with Margarito does not seem to be a big problem.

Pacquiao started his professional boxing career at a meager weight of 106 lbs, fighting his first ten contests weighing no more than 110 lbs. Since then, Pacquiao has won the WBC flyweight, WBC Super Bantamweight, WBC Super Featherweight, and the WBC lightweight. Pacquiao currently reigns as the WBO welterweight (147 lb.) champion. (more)

MANNY PACQUIAO FILIPINO FANS BORDER ON INSANITY

MANNY PACQUIAO FILIPINO FANS BORDER ON INSANITY
BY STEPHEN S. JOHNSON

(IB-AUGUST 10, 2010) The many pure fans around the world of lightwelterweight and welterweight champion Manny "PacMan" Pacquiao are being saddled with the horrendous and blatantly racist views of an ever increasing number of zealots.

Whether or not these ignorant (allegedly) supporters of Pacquiao are aware of is that the boxing community as a whole has been subjected to their ridiculous rants at a now too often rate.

Manny Pacquiao has been viewed by most as everything correct in the sport of boxing.

His humility and respect shown for his opponent, both before and after a fight, has made him a fan favorite.

There is not one bit of bad press available for any faction of media to rip the Filipino star, and his country should be proud.