Since The Ring magazine starting handing out Fight of the Year awards in 1945, it is fittingly the sport’s most famous participant, Muhammad Ali, who has won it the most times. Following closely ...
Carmen Basilio was a ferocious fighter whose grueling matches riveted the nation during the golden age of boxing in the mid-20th century. The popular welterweight and middleweight champion was born on ...
Sep. 19—WATERTOWN — The 15th annual Carmen Basilio's Quest for Champions this Saturday will honor one boxer lost and celebrate another regained. The city boxing highlight — expected to showcase ...
Just before the bout began, the fighters touched gloves. But after their ritual handshake in Chicago’s Stadium, not another friendly gesture marred the festivities. Aging (30) Middleweight Champion ...