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'Underdog' Amir Khan hoping to 'do a Leicester' on Alvarez

Alvarez is confident he will be able to hunt down an opponent who continues to face questions about his chin after more than a decade as a professional.

May 06, 2016, 16:08 PM IST

Vijender Singh hoping to carry momentum into fight in India

Vijender said he cannot wait to be home next month in India where he will be fighting his maiden title bout -- the WBO Asia belt -- on June 11 against a yet-to-be-announced rival.

May 01, 2016, 14:35 PM IST

Get ready for an epic bout as Vijender Singh accepts Amir Khan's challenge to fight in India

However, a fight between Vijender and Amir is at least a year or two away.

Apr 26, 2016, 17:59 PM IST

Want to fight Vijender Singh in India soon, says boxing star Amir Khan

"Vijender Singh is the talent that India has in professional boxing and I would want to fight him in India soon," he said.

Apr 25, 2016, 16:01 PM IST

Prime Minister's Office recommends Mary Kom, Navjot Singh Sidhu for Rajya Sabha seats

There are 12 nominated members in Rajya Sabha, with seven vacancies at the moment. 

Apr 22, 2016, 12:29 PM IST

World champion Felix Sturm shocked by failed drugs test

The 37-year-old German was found to have the steroid Hydro-XY Stanozolol in his A sample.

Apr 17, 2016, 11:54 AM IST

Vintage Manny Pacquiao wins farewell fight against Tim Bradley

Pacquiao knocked down Bradley twice on his way to a unanimous decision.

Apr 10, 2016, 18:45 PM IST

After one-year rest, Manny Pacquiao vows to sign off in style

While Pacquiao has carefully kept a door ajar to extending his career, he told reporters at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Wednesday that he views Saturday's bout as an opportunity to sign off in style.

Apr 07, 2016, 11:12 AM IST

'Road to Rio' certainly toughest of my career so far, says Shiva Thapa

From a greenhorn to a potential spearhead this time, Shiva said he is ready for the new responsibilities.

Apr 04, 2016, 13:58 PM IST

Indian boxers make disappointing start at Asian Olympic Qualifiers

Manoj Kumar, Sumit Sangwan and Pooja Rani were beaten today.

Mar 26, 2016, 19:00 PM IST

Concerned Vijender Singh talks 'boxing' with PM Narendra Modi

The Indian boxing administration has been in a mess since 2012 when the federation was first suspended due to manipulation in elections.

Mar 23, 2016, 20:07 PM IST

Vijender Singh's bout postponed to April 30

The fight will now be held at the Copper Box Arena instead of the Harrow Leisure Centre here.

Mar 21, 2016, 19:01 PM IST

London calling! Boxing star Vijender Singh aims fifth knockout-win in row

Vijender says that he wants to show the fans in London that what he is all about.

Mar 16, 2016, 16:05 PM IST

Vijender Singh dedicates fourth pro-boxing win to Pathankot, J&K terror attack martyrs

The bout against Horvath was Vijender's first of the year.

Mar 13, 2016, 15:28 PM IST

Superb four for Vijender Singh: Indian pro beats the venom out of Hungarian Alexander Horvath in Liverpool

Vijender won the bout in the third round, with the referee stopping the contest.

Mar 12, 2016, 23:48 PM IST

Vijender Singh increases training hours ahead of next bout

Vijender, who had his last fight in December 2015, will be making his first appearance in the ring this year.

Mar 08, 2016, 23:12 PM IST

Vijender Singh's next rival Alexander Horvath dines on snakes' blood!

The Hungarian is preparing for his clash with Vijender, who is unbeaten so far.

Mar 07, 2016, 20:32 PM IST

Pro star Vijender Singh in 2016 Olympics? Looks unlikely

The 30-year-old middleweight's schedule is sorted till June 11.

Mar 06, 2016, 14:39 PM IST

Vijender Singh: Will give my all to represent India at Rio 2016

Beijing Olympics bronze medallist Vijender said it was a big step taken by world boxing's governing body.

Feb 26, 2016, 14:23 PM IST

Vijender Singh: Top professional boxers to be eligible for 2016 Rio Olympics under AIBA plan

The 30-year-old middleweight boxer turned professional last year.

Feb 25, 2016, 00:34 AM IST