boxing news

Vijender Singh's first pro-boxing bout in India set for June 11

The Haryana boxer's opponent will be decided in the next few weeks. 

Feb 22, 2016, 15:34 PM IST

Philippine church defends Manny Pacquiao, says he was only quoting the Bible

Pacquiao has said his ultimate ambition is to be president of the Philippines.

Feb 21, 2016, 15:55 PM IST

Sarita Devi feels destiny in boxers' hands as good outing in Rio Olympics could see future shining again

The administrative mess in Indian boxing has been long-dragging.

Feb 20, 2016, 20:58 PM IST

Manny Pacquiao: I respect Nike's decision to drop me

Whatever decision Nike makes is its decision and I respect that, said Pacquiao. 

Feb 18, 2016, 19:33 PM IST

WBO Asia title: Excited for first title fight in front of my own people, says Vijender Singh

Vijender, who turned professional last year, has started his career on a high note in the pro arena.

Feb 18, 2016, 17:11 PM IST

South Asian Games: Perfect 10 for boxers as MC Mary Kom, L Sarita Devi strike gold

The boxers saw an overall clean-sweep of top honours in the 12th South Asian Games.

Feb 16, 2016, 14:55 PM IST

India eyeing four 2016 Rio Olympic berths in boxing: Coach Gurbaksh Singh Sandhu

So far, no Indian has qualified for the Olympics with world No.2 Shiva Thapa (56kg) coming close to it last year before losing in a box-off in the World Championship.

Feb 12, 2016, 19:52 PM IST

Mary Kom: SAG gold-medallist to help five-time world champion qualify for 2016 Rio Olympics

Yadav, who won the gold medal at Dhaka Games in 57kg category, joined Kom's camp July last year through Olympic Gold Quest.

Feb 12, 2016, 18:19 PM IST

South Asian Games: I'm really glad to return to the ring in my Northeast region, says Sarita Devi

Sarita Devi states that it's a new start for her and that she is confident.

Feb 12, 2016, 17:42 PM IST

Vijender Singh's 4th professional bout rescheduled to March

Vijender seems a bit disappointed with the rescheduling.

Feb 02, 2016, 18:52 PM IST

Manny Pacquiao hopes farewell fight helps bolster Philippines Senate bid

Pacquiao is a congressman in the Philippines but is hoping to secure a Senate seat in the May 9 election.

Jan 22, 2016, 12:29 PM IST

Vijender Singh set to make pro boxing debut on Indian soil in July

Vijender will be fighting his next bout in Liverpool on February 13 against a yet to be named opponent.

Jan 14, 2016, 10:18 AM IST

1976 Olympic boxing champion Howard Davis Jr. dies

Davis competed in the Olympics just days after learning that his mother had died of a heart attack.

Jan 02, 2016, 17:33 PM IST

Vijender Singh enjoys knocking out big-talking rivals

Sounding out a warning to future opponents after completing a hat-trick of Knockout wins, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh on Sunday said his rivals should think twice before making tall claims as it gives him immense pleasure to demolish their threats with his punches.

Dec 20, 2015, 15:54 PM IST

Vijender Singh records third consecutive pro win

Vijender asserted that he was looking forward to appear in a professional bout in India next year.

Dec 20, 2015, 08:55 AM IST

Vijender Singh continues his impressive pro-form, knocks out trash-talking Samet Hyuseinov

Vijender, 30, took little time to finish the contest as the six-round bout was over inside the first two gongs with a Technical Knock Out at at Manchester Arena.

Dec 19, 2015, 23:33 PM IST

Pro boxing: Vijender Singh vs Samet Hyuseinov - Preview

Hyuseinov has vowed to send Vijender back to India "beaten and broken".

Dec 18, 2015, 14:30 PM IST

Vijender Singh's first pro boxing bout in India likely in May

Vijender turned pro in July and has won both his bouts so far.

Dec 18, 2015, 11:34 AM IST

I don't need extra rounds to finish off Samet Hyuseinov: Vijender Singh

Vijender doesn't see it going beyond three rounds against Hyuseinov.

Dec 17, 2015, 20:03 PM IST

I'm sorry India but your man Vijender Singh is losing: Samet Hyuseinov

Vijender has so far competed in two bouts since turning pro in July.

 

Dec 15, 2015, 19:55 PM IST