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» Inside The Super Six World Boxing Classic
Prepare for group stage three of the tournament, which has captivated boxing fans with an in-depth look at the first six matches of the Super Six World Boxing Classic.

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Boxing Needs Top Two To Meet – And Soon » After another week of anti-boxing, in which the two best fighters on the planet hogged the headlines for continuing to maneuver away from their proposed mega-fight, the sport has some serious questions to answer… Mark Staniforth, www.sportinglife.com

Golden Boy Promotions Reinstated In New York » The New York State Athletic Commission has lifted its suspension of Oscar de la Hoya’s company Golden Boy Promotions, according to an ESPN report… Source: losangeles.bizjournals.com

Boxing Betting: Froch Out To Give Abraham Sleepless Nights » Ralph Ellis tells us why new-born babies and preparations for big boxing matches don’t go hand in hand and how it’s make or break time for Carl Froch… Source: betting.betfair.com

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Froch To Fight Abraham At Neutral Venue » Carl Froch’s Super Six super middleweight contest against Arthur Abraham will take place at the neutral Chapiteau de l’Espace Fontvieille in Monaco on October 2… Source: uk.eurosport.yahoo.com

Having Conquered A Mountain, Boxer Zab Judah Looks To Continue Comeback In Bout At The Rock » Mount Charleston rises a staggering 11,913 feet into the Nevada sky.  Around its jagged, tree-covered slopes lies a narrow trail, more than 5 miles long, extending from the base of the Las Vegas Valley all the way to the top of the state’s third-highest peak. And every Saturday, for the past 3½ months, Zab Judah would sprint to the top. Leading a pack of boxers from his gym, this became Judah’s path. His way back… Conor Orr, www.nj.com

Bradley Testing The Best Of Both Worlds » The junior welterweight division has the potential for some of the most exciting fights in boxing with a group of young stars about to enter their prime. At the top there’s unified titleholder Devon Alexander, fellow American titlist Timothy Bradley Jr., British star Amir Khan, who also has a belt, and power-punching interim titleholder Marcos Maidana… Dan Rafael, espn.go.com

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Clash of the Super Middleweights Promo » I’m gettin’ real amped about the Super Six. Check out King Arthur’s robe… gotta love it. —LC

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Boxing Betting – Why Jones Jr. Will Dominate Lacy » The Jones Jr. vs. Lacy odds match-up is set to get boxing back into the mix after several UFC events have taken the spotlight – but not many online betting cappers are clamoring about this contest… Attell “The Gun” Brunn, www.betonline.com

It’s Time To Get Behind Boxing » CARL FROCH fears boxing will be left on the ropes if British fans are denied the chance to see the Super Six series on TV… GAVIN GLICKSMAN, www.thesun.co.uk

Ricky Hatton Would Want Promoter’s Role To Fight Amir Khan » Ricky Hatton has given the clearest indication yet that he would be willing to fight Amir Khan – as long as he is able to promote the bout himself… Source: www.guardian.co.uk

Photo: Tom Casino

WHO YOU LIKE? THE SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT TOURNAMENT

ROUND1 EXCLUSIVE (Part 1): Froch vs Dirrell, Taylor vs Abraham, Kessler vs Ward and Gatti tribute. PRE-FIGHT SHOW featuring the fighters and Jimmy Lennon Jr. Part 2 » 

PLUS » Super Six World Boxing Classic Secret Photo Shoot – SHOWTIME featuring photographer Howard Schatz.

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Williams Vs. Wright: Defensive Prowess Or Offensive Mastery? » Saturday night’s fight between Paul Williams and Winky Wright offers a contrast of styles that looks intriguing. Plus, a heavyweight scrap that’s got excitement written all over it with title fight implications between Chris Arreola and Jameel McCline July 2007 – that was the last time we saw Winky Wright, a former junior middleweight champ who had just lost a tough decision to Bernard Hopkins – the first decisive one of his career. In the months that followed, many wondered when Winky would fight again, at what weight (he fought Bernard at light heavy) and against whom… Ramon Aranda, www.411mania.com

Taylor Hoping For Another Breakthrough » LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — For a few years, Jermain Taylor had Arkansas buzzing about boxing. After beating Bernard Hopkins in 2005 for the middleweight title, Taylor’s home state greeted him with the type of adulation often reserved for its college football and basketball teams.  Now, Taylor’s no longer a champion, and it’s been a while since his hometown of Little Rock had a chance to celebrate one of his big victories. The 30-year-old hopes to change that when he fights Britain’s Carl Froch on April 25 in Mashantucket, Conn., for Froch’s WBC super middleweight belt… Noah Trister, AP Sports Writer, www.usatoday.com

Top St. Louis Boxers Headline Don King Card April 24 » ST. LOUIS—The three best boxers in St. Louis will be showcased on the same Don King-promoted fight card at Scottrade Center on Friday, April 24. The main event will feature the long-awaited hometown showdown for the vacant International Boxing Federation junior middleweight championship between former four-time world champion Cory “The Next Generation” Spinks (36-5, 11 KOs) taking on IBF No. 6-ranked contender Deandre “The Bull” Latimore (19-1, 16 KOs). The co-feature showcases the Gateway City’s fastest-rising star, undefeated World Boxing Council No. 1-ranked super lightweight Devon Alexander “The Great” (17-0, 10 KOs) meeting an opponent to be announced… Source: www.boxinginsider.com

(Photo: Williams/Wright by Gene Blevins- Hoganphotos/Golden Boy Promotions.)

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