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No possibility of Vijender Singh fighting Amir Khan in Super Boxing League: Promoters

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will not compete in the Amir Khan-backed Super Boxing League, which will roll out from July 7.

Apr 24, 2017, 13:08 PM IST

Manny Pacquiao, Jeff Horn given green light for July 2 bout in Brisbane

Pacquiao, who has parlayed his sporting fame into a career in politics, is a veteran of 67 fights with 59 victories.

Apr 09, 2017, 10:39 AM IST

No opponent coming through, Vijender Singh's next bout postponed

Vijender is unbeaten after eight bouts and is the reigning WBO Asia Pacific champion.

Mar 20, 2017, 18:18 PM IST

Conor McGregor likely to fight Floyd Mayweather in historic clash this September

No one knows what to expect with me, and they shouldn't.- McGregor

Mar 19, 2017, 00:06 AM IST

Delay in visas make Indian boxers miss Chemistry Cup in Germany

The boxers who were sent back from the national capital today, will soon be sent to compete in another tournament.

Mar 12, 2017, 20:11 PM IST

Manoj Kumar, Vikas Krishan, Shiva Thapa among 7 Indian boxers for Thailand International boxing tournament

The former Asian Games gold-medallist had been training there for the last three months. He has also dropped hints of turning professional by the end of this year.

Mar 12, 2017, 20:00 PM IST

Muhammad Ali Jr. stopped at Reagan National Airport, asked where he was born

He gave his Illinois identification card to an agent to get his boarding pass, said his lawyer, Chris Mancini, who was travelling with him.  

Mar 12, 2017, 09:43 AM IST

'Unretired' Floyd Mayweather desperate to face Connor McGregor

In a posting on the MMA website, the 40-year-old American said he wants to face McGregor, 28, in June

Mar 12, 2017, 00:31 AM IST

Manny Pacquiao to fight Britain`s Amir Khan in April

Pacquiao`s American promoter, Bob Arum, has previously been quoted as saying on the ESPN that "Manny is trying to get a fight done in the United Arab Emirates, and the people there favour him fighting Amir Khan".

Feb 26, 2017, 12:22 PM IST

Vijender Singh's Chinese opponent Zulpikar Maimaitiali pulls out of winner-takes-all April 1 bout

The promoters, however, promised that the event will go ahead as planned on April 1 in Mumbai.

Feb 24, 2017, 22:15 PM IST

Laishram Sarita wins on pro debut; Pinki, Poon make winning starts

The Iron Lady of Indian boxing, Sarita won the bout by unanimous verdict.

Jan 29, 2017, 23:05 PM IST

Gold for Haryana girl Neeraj as Indian pugilists shine at Nations Cup

India finished the event with a gold, four silver and a bronze medal.

Jan 15, 2017, 23:45 PM IST

AIBA Rankings: Vikas Krishan top Indian male with fourth, Saweety Boora second in women standings

Vikas, who was adjudged the AIBA Pro Boxing (APB) Best Boxer of the Year, has 1350 points in the 75kg category.

Dec 23, 2016, 19:40 PM IST

WBO Asia Pacific title: Vijender Singh defends title in style, knocks Francis Cheka out in 3 rounds

Vijender Singh's Tanzanian challenger Francis Cheka was retired hurt in the third round after the Indian boxer landed some powerful punches.

Dec 17, 2016, 22:12 PM IST

There's no pressure, the whole of India is with me, says Vijender Singh ahead of fight with Francis Cheka

Vijender Singh currently occupies the 54th rank in his category is still unbeaten in all his last seven fights with one KO match.

Dec 17, 2016, 11:26 AM IST

WBO Asia Pacific title: Vijender Singh's Olympic Bronze medal is nothing, says opponent Francis Cheka

Even as Cheka shoved him during the customary 'Face-Off' photo-op, Vijender showed restraint.

Dec 13, 2016, 18:32 PM IST

Mary Kom wants to continue for another 3-4 years, Tokyo 2020 also not out of her radar yet

Aiming to groom potential boxers for future Olympics with world-class coaching and infrastructure facilities, the effervescent pugilist's Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation (MKRBF) entered into an agreement with Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB).

Dec 13, 2016, 00:39 AM IST

Caught in a 'Red-Tape': Akhil Kumar, Jitender Kumar's wait for pro debut continues

Both Akhil and Jitender were quarterfinalists in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and are also Asian Championships bronze-medallist

Dec 12, 2016, 16:29 PM IST

Vikas Krishan to get 'Best Boxer' award at AIBA 70th anniversary gala

The 24-year-old Vikas is currently in New Jersey, USA. He he has been training there for more than a fortnight to prepare for the season ahead.

Nov 27, 2016, 16:48 PM IST

Sachin Singh lands golden punch at AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships

The 17-year-old outpunched his more fancied rival 5-0 to record a rare Indian triumph over a Cuban boxer.

Nov 26, 2016, 20:10 PM IST