Tag: boxing history
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Joshua vs Paul: A Modern Mismatch Echoing Joe Louis’ Bum-of-the-Month Era
Introduction: The Shadow of Bum-of-the-Month There are few eras in boxing as infamous as Joe Louis’ “Bum of the Month” chapter, a stretch where a slain heavyweight’s aura collided with a revolving door of challengers. More than eight decades later, the idea of a modern showdown between Joshua and Paul has sparked a similar kind…
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Joshua v Paul makes Joe Louis’ ‘Bum of the Month’ look like the Rumble in the Jungle
Introduction: A moment that echoed history When a highly anticipated heavyweight clash is staged, fans expect drama, technique, and perhaps a splash of nerve-wracking unpredictability. What unfolded when Joshua faced Paul might not have delivered championship-level artistry, but it delivered something else entirely: a spectacle that invoked the rough-and-tumble days of boxing’s early giants. Precisely…
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Jimmy’s Corner Faces Eviction: A Heartbreaker for Times Square’s Landmark Dive Bar
Overview: A Time-Honored Spot at Risk In the heart of Times Square, where neon lights flicker with constant renewal, Jimmy’s Corner stands as a stubborn relic of old New York. Founded by former boxer and trainer Jimmy Glenn in 1971, the bar has survived three-quarters of a century’s worth of change, a constant reminder of…
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Times Square’s cherished Jimmy’s Corner faces eviction—what it means for a landmark dive bar
Overview: a landmark under threat In the heart of Times Square, a neighborhood staple stands at a crossroads. Jimmy’s Corner, the small but storied bar founded by former boxer and trainer Jimmy Glenn in 1971, is facing eviction as the area around it continues to evolve at a rapid pace. For decades, patrons—locals, visitors, and…
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Naoya Inoue Prepares for Historic Match in Nagoya
Naoya Inoue’s Historic Showdown in Nagoya Naoya Inoue, the 32-year-old unified super bantamweight champion, is gearing up for a monumental clash that promises to echo through the annals of boxing history. Scheduled to take place on the 14th of this month at the IG Arena in Nagoya, Inoue will defend his title against the WBA…
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Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Alvarez: A Historic Boxing Clash
Introduction On Saturday, boxing fans around the world will be watching in anticipation as Terence Crawford steps into the ring against Saul “Canelo” Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight world title. This match not only showcases the incredible talent of two of boxing’s biggest stars but also marks a monumental moment in the sport’s history.…