MMA vs. Boxing: A Judge’s Perspective

By Barry Lindenman The emergence of mixed martial arts (MMA) as a legitimate sport in recent years has brought with it some of the same challenges in officiating that have plagued the sport of boxing for some time. That is, the perception of non-standard judging criteria, unqualified officials and hence, …

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My Bloody Valentine: MMA Returns to the Palace in Detroit 2/18

Professional MMA Returns to the Palace of Auburn Hills! DONOFRIO ENTERTAINMENT AND IMPACT FIGHT LEAGUE PROUDLY PRESENT: MY BLOODY VALENTINE Michigan’s premier MMA and Boxing promoter, Joseph Donofrio of Donofrio Entertainment, will return to his headquarters, the Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, Michigan, on Saturday, February 18, 2012, …

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Showtime to Offer Berto vs Ortiz 2 In Spanish

Alejandro Luna and Raul Marquez to Call the Action from Ringside Saturday, Feb. 11, Live at 9 p.m. ET/PT From The MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. SHOWTIME® Sports will offer secondary audio programming (SAP) in Spanish for the upcoming Victor Ortiz-Andre Berto II blockbuster on Saturday, Feb. …

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ESPN’s Friday Night Fights: Provodnikov & Kim in Co-Main Events January 27

ESPN’s Friday Night Fights: Provodnikov & Kim in Co-Main Events January 27 Atlas Predicts Provodnikov to Win by Knockout ESPN’s Friday Night Fights presented by Corona Extra will feature two top contenders — junior-welterweight Ruslan Provodnikov (20-1, 13 KOs) and former lightweight world-title-challenger Ji-Hoon “Volcano” Kim (22-7,18 KOs) — in …

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More Excuses and Demands No Surprise for Floyd Mayweather

by Charles Jay It should not have been too shocking that Mayweather would have refused to accept a 50-50 split with Pacquiao for a fight. In fact, he has never really wavered from that; he believes that he is not only the better fighter, but the more popular pay-per-view attraction. …

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“Floyd Mayweather”: An Interview with Kasual

By Hans Olson Late last year, Brooklyn rapper Michael Passias (better known as Kasual) released the video for “Floyd Mayweather,” a clip that has gone viral. A longtime fight fan, Boxing Insider caught up with Kasual to discuss “Floyd Mayweather,” the sweet science, the music industry, and more! Boxing Insider: …

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Garrett Wilson Returns Feb 25 at Ballys

Atlantic City, NJ—USBA cruiserweight champion Garrett Wilson returns to action when he takes on fellow-Philadelphian Pedro Martinez in a scheduled eight-round contest on Saturday evening, Feb. 25, in the Grand Ballroom at Bally’s Atlantic City. First fight is 7.30 pm. Topping the seven-bout card is a scheduled 10-round welterweight contest …

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Ali:The Greatest exhibition closes this Saturday, Jan 28

Last chance to see Ali: The Greatest Closing reception for fine art tribute to Muhammad Ali’s 70th birthday is Saturday, January 28, 3012 Sacramento, CA — Muhammad Ali is one of the most recognized names in the world. His boxing career is only superseded by his passion, humanitarianism and bigger …

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