Heavies who made history in SAThe first really big international heavyweight fight in South Africa took place nearly 80 years ago. Read full blog |
Bud Taylor – born to boxAn average of one fight every three weeks during an 11-year career seems almost impossible. Read full blog |
No room for woodweightsDivisions for woodweight and ironweight boxers were never introduced but the history of weight classes is a fascinating subject. Read full blog |
The Clones Cyclone's storyBarry McGuigan’s introduction to boxing gloves is a delightful tale. His career as a boxer is a fascination story. Read full blog |
Boxing – way to goCarl Froch, like so many others, had a rough start. Like so many others, he boxed his way to a better life Read full blog |
KO questions for a quizBoxing fans who enjoy a good quiz, are always looking for some knockout questions. Read full blog |
Meet Mr Done-it-AllBoxer, trainer, manager and promoter; Reggie Hilman has truly done it all. Read full blog |
One of the forgotten greatsHistory can be unkind to truly outstanding boxers. Take Tod Morgan, for example. Read full blog |
Referee who scored a hat-trickDarryl Ribbink once refereed three world title fights in one night. Read full blog |
The Bok who loved boxingAbri Schutte was 11 years old when he became involved in boxing. He served the sport until he died. Read full blog |
Sad story of boxing brothersJerry Quarry never won a world title, but even George Foreman admitted to be wary of him. Read full blog |
Born to be a boxerIt was inevitable. Growing up where he did, Bernard Dunne just had to become a boxer. Read full blog |
The SA champ who rocked CooperEveryone knows about Henry Cooper, the Englishman who nearly knocked out Muhammad Ali. Read full blog |
Tribute to Jack of many tradesCollectors of sports books have a million stories to tell and re-tell, give or take a few dozen. Read full blog |
Bitter-sweet story of a legendSugar Ray Leonard probably never pulled a punch during his distinguished boxing career. He certainly does not pull any in his autobiography. Read full blog |
They just refused to loseA Welshman once went undefeated in 103 bouts over a period of more than four years. Read full blog |
Dr Pacquiao's Long RoadSome readers will not agree with part of the title of a new book about the life and boxing career of Manny Pacquiao. Read full blog |
Everything but dedicationOne of the most outstanding boxers South Africa ever produced never came close to winning a world title. Read full blog |
Best of almost everythingTwo high-profile experts have written a fascinating book, titled The Ultimate Book of Boxing Lists. Read full blog |
SA boxing's Happy AnniversaryThe 35th commemoration of an important event in SA boxing is likely to pass without many sports enthusiasts taking much notice. Read full blog |
Bud Taylor – born to boxAn average of one fight every three weeks during an 11-year career seems almost impossible. |
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Heavies who made history in SAThe first really big international heavyweight fight in South Africa took place nearly 80 years ago. |