by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | Jan 30, 2017 | Boxing News & Opinions
February is looking fairly busy, with a host of marquee matchups set to take place, even if some of them have us scratching our heads. For a more extensive boxing line up, plus next year’s fixtures, be sure to check out BB’s updated Complete 2017 Schedule. Let’s get...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | May 12, 2015 | Boxing News & Opinions
It’s a little harsh to say Mayweather vs Pacquiao was responsible for breaking boxing’s legs recently. But granted, it didn’t do it any favors either. Luckily Alvarez vs Kirkland satisfied the blood lust of any fight fans who were still...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | May 10, 2015 | Fight Highlights
If your stomach can take it, you can witness the sheer brutality of Alvarez vs Kirkland as ‘Canelo’ savagely takes out his foe inside 3 rounds. The short-lived event further showcased the 24-year-old Mexican’s raw punching power and ring...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | May 10, 2015 | Boxing Results, Post Fight Analysis
At the Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas, it’s true the favorite on paper got the win. How that victory came about, however, was a little more shocking. Saul Alvarez had his hands full with James Kirkland inside an action-packed 3-rounder, but managed to drop his...
by Mark Phillips (Boxing Base) | May 9, 2015 | Analysis, Previews, Predictions, Tale of the Tapes
Tonight at the Minute Maid Park, Texas, a tasty Alvarez vs Kirkland clash will be headlining in front of the Houston crowd. Saul Alvarez will be looking to remain top-dog of the 154-pounders (bar Floyd Mayweather), and James Kirkland will be looking to smash his way...