Archive for February, 2009

Nazim on Margarito hand wraps

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Vazquez keen to fight Vic

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Israel Vazquez is keen to fight Vic Darchinyan, while the latter’s former foe Cristian Mijares will challenge for a bantamweight world title.

Warren predicts Calzaghe comeback

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Frank Warren believes recently retired Joe Calzaghe could make a comeback if the money is right.

Taylor: Froch will never be like Joe

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Jermain Taylor has told Carl Froch he does not deserve to be mentioned in the same breath as Joe Calzaghe who he rates as a legend of the sport.

Manner of Joe exit disappoints

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

I’m pleased Joe Calzaghe has retired. He could have had one or two more fights but I’m pleased he’s done it this way - undefeated with his bank account and marbles intact.

Joe could’ve gone on another 5 years

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

We talked day and night but I’m behind Joe because when enough is enough it’s enough.
He could go on for another five years on the physical side of it but what’s more important is the mental side of it, the hunger. Let’s be honest, he walked the walk and had what he could out of it. He has nothing more to prove.
It’s the second part of his life now. I’m over the moon he’s retired and so be…

McGuigan: Calzaghe’s timing perfect

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Barry McGuigan has backed the timing of Joe Calzaghe’s decision to retire from boxing.

Calzaghe hangs up his gloves (video)

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

McCracken signs up for GB boxing

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

The rebuilding process at the top of British Olympic boxing takes another step forward with the arrival of highly-rated coach Rob McCracken.

Hatton hails Calzaghe as the best

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Joe Calzaghe is “the best” fighter Britain has ever had, according to Ricky Hatton.