Pro Boxing

Ready for Amir Khan and more titles, says Vijender Singh

"He (Amir Khan) has boasted that he has two world titles, now I too have two world titles, so we should have a fight," said pro-boxer Vijender after defending his WBO titles on Saturday in Jaipur.

Dec 24, 2017, 14:10 PM IST

Undefeated Vijender Singh to defend title against African champion Ernest Amuzu

Like Vijender, Amuzu also started his boxing career as an amateur and participated in the 2002 Commonwealth Games and 2004 All Africa Games.

Dec 05, 2017, 12:04 PM IST

Mary Kom not interested in making pro debut, says want to win medal for India again

Admitting that she feels extremely proud to be named as one of the national observers, Mary assured that she would try her level best to ensure that the athletes get all the necessary facilities required.

Mar 28, 2017, 08:52 AM IST

WATCH: Vijender Singh's powerful right jab which forced Francis Cheka to retire hurt

The 2012 Beijing Olympics bronze medallist used his superior strength and height advantage over the 5'10 Cheka to good effect, dominating most of the exchanges.

Dec 19, 2016, 12:54 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

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

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

Pakistan-origin British boxer Amir Khan says he will ruin Vijender Singh's career...

Amir was confident that the India-Pakistan connection in the bout will create a huge hype around it.

Jul 22, 2016, 15:36 PM IST

SHOCKING: Vijender Singh accused of disrespecting national flag, police complaint filed

The 30-year-old Vijender clinched his seventh straight win and the Super Middleweight title by outlasting former WBC European champion Kerry Hope in a 10-round contest.

Jul 19, 2016, 17:21 PM IST

REVEALED: Vijender Singh's trainer Lee Beard tells the secret behind his WBO title triumph

On his personal equation with the reticent Haryana-lad, Beard said he has been bowled over by Vijender's humility.

Jul 18, 2016, 16:36 PM IST

Is Vijender Singh willing to accept Pakistan's Amir Khan's challenge for pro bout? Here's the truth!

Despite the huge significance of last night's win, Vijender refused to club it alongside or put it above the historic Olympic bronze medal which made him a household name in India.

Jul 17, 2016, 14:30 PM IST

Vijender Singh thanks well-wishers after beating Kerry Hope to clinch WBO Asia-Pacific title

As wishes poured in from all quarters after his emphatic win, Vijender made sure to thank his fans on Twitter.

 

Jul 17, 2016, 12:52 PM IST

Vijender Singh vs Kerry Hope: Everything you need to know — TV listing, time, venue, et al​

Kerry Hope is a former World No. 3 but Vijender has firmly stood his ground and is not intimidated by the high-pressure match.

Jul 16, 2016, 13:03 PM IST

Vijender Singh is an amateur, not in my league: Kerry Hope

Vijender has a huge fan following in India but Kerry said in any sport, athlete needs experience not support of crowd.

Jun 26, 2016, 17:55 PM IST

Pro boxers who compete in Rio Olympics 2016 will lose titles: IBF

The IBF said non-title holders who compete at Rio would be removed from its ratings for one year.

Jun 21, 2016, 09:38 AM IST

Vikas Krishan wins AIBA Pro bout, assured of extra Olympic shot

The Indian pulled off the result just a night before heading to the Olympic Qualifiers in Baku, Azerbaijan, which start on June 16.

Jun 11, 2016, 21:28 PM IST

Pro-boxing: Vijender Singh to take on Andrzej Soldra in sixth fight today

Soldra comes into the fight against Vijender with a record of 12 wins with five knockouts from 16 fights.

May 13, 2016, 10:32 AM 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

10-15 years down the line people will appreciate my step of turning pro, says Vijender Singh

Vijender said that next year he would definitely fight in India. 

Nov 17, 2015, 22:01 PM IST

Vijender Singh eyes another smashing show in 2nd pro bout

In his next pro boxing bout, Vijender will take on British boxer Gillen, a part-time fire-fighter, in a four-round contest.

Nov 06, 2015, 15:41 PM IST