TIME CAPSULE Remembering the Long Count Fight between Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney The “Long Count” fight between Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney took place on September 22, 1927 and it turned out to be one of the most controversial heavyweight boxing matches in history. The fight was the return match between Tunney, the reigning … Read more
The fearless Harry Greb left a undeniable legacy Harry Greb, also known as the Pittsburgh Windmill, was an American professional boxer who fought from 1913 to 1926. Born in Pittsburgh, Greb was known for his unorthodox style and relentless aggression in the ring. He fought in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions and held the … Read more
The furious fight between Hagler and Hearns The fight between Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns, which took place on April 15, 1985, was one of the most exciting and memorable boxing matches of all time. It was a battle between two of the greatest fighters of their era, each with their own unique style and … Read more
Tragedy in the ring: The Emile Griffith-Benny Paret fight The boxing match between Emile Griffith and Benny “Kid” Paret on March 24, 1962, is remembered as one of the most brutal and tragic events in boxing history. It was a fight that had significant implications for the sport and for the two fighters involved. Griffith … Read more
Jem Mace: the bare knuckle Heavyweight Legend Only the most diligent boxing fans, followers and historians are aware of the true pioneers of the sweet science; those who laid the groundwork for the sport to become a favorite for generations to come.We are going to tell the story of one of the more fabled of … Read more
The night Leon Spinks did the impossible No one is going to argue that Leon Spinks’ victory over Muhammad Ali for the heavyweight championship on February 15, 1978, was one of the biggest upsets in boxing history. Spinks, a 26-year-old Marine veteran, was fighting in only his eighth professional fight, while Muhammad Ali had been … Read more
The Marquess of Queensberry Rules – a foundation of modern boxing The Marquess of Queensberry Rules, named after John Douglas, the 9th Marquess of Queensberry, is a set of rules that govern modern boxing. These rules were first introduced in 1867 and have since then been amended and refined, but remain the cornerstone of the … Read more
TIME CAPSULE Monzon stands tall among middleweight greats Carlos Monzon was born on August 7, 1942, in the small town of San Javier, Santa Fe, Argentina. Growing up in poverty, Monzon learned to fight at a young age to defend himself and his family. He was a rough and tough kid, but he was also … Read more
Sports Betting 101: How to bet on sports Sports betting is a form of gambling where you place a wager on the outcome of a sporting event. The goal is to correctly predict the outcome and win money based on the odds set by the bookmaker. Sounds simple, right? Well, it is, and it isn’t. … Read more
Sports Betting 101: How to bet on Major League Baseball Betting on Major League Baseball (MLB) can be a fun and exciting way to add an extra level of interest when you watch a ballgame. However, you shouldn’t start doing it before you understand the basics of betting on baseball. We’re going to explore some … Read more