Tag: Boxing
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AIBA provisionally suspends the Indian Boxing
Lausanne, Dec 06: Further to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC’s) suspension imposed on the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), the International Boxing Association (AIBA) Executive Committee Bureau has decided today 6 December 2012 to provisionally suspend the Indian Amateur Boxing Federation (IABF). This provisional suspension is also due to the fact that AIBA had learned about…
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Clash to savour as Germany face USA
Lausanne, Dec 04: The German Eagles will be riding high after their last fixture when they battled back from 2-1 down to win against a tough Ukraine Otamans side. This Friday 7 December (20:00 local time), the German outfit will once again seek to make home advantage count in Group A when they host an…
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First Algeria home match against Azerbaijan
Lausanne, Nov 27: After suffering a heavy defeat away to Russia in their first World Series of Boxing (WSB) outing, the Algeria Desert Hawks will be keen to make amends in Group A when they welcome Azerbaijan Baku Fires at the Salle Hocine-Chaalane on Friday 30 November (15:00 local time). The home team will be…
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Boxing: Powerful Germany reserve hot reception for Ukraine
Lausanne, Nov 21: Following an encouraging display in Week I when they pushed the reigning champions all the way, a fearsome quintet of boxers will now be relishing the prospect of getting the German Eagles’ first win on the board against Ukraine Otamans this Friday 23 November (20:00 local time). A sensational line-up will be…
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Italy dig deep to inflict defeat on Germany
Lausanne, Nov 18: Boxing, Reigning champions Dolce & Gabbana Italia Thunder began the defence of their title at home at the Mediolanum Forum in Milan against a solid German Eagles team. This enthralling contest was settled by Italian team captain Clemente Russo as Charly Suarez and London 2012 Olympic bronze medallist Vincenzo Mangiacapre also recorded…
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Ukraine tastes defeat vs Kazakhstan
Lausanne, Nov 17: Astana Arlans Kazakhstan snatch away World Series Boxing (WSB) victory against Ukraine Otamans in Group B with reigning World Champions Derevyanchenko and Hrgovic making difference in 3:2 win at packed Acco International Exhibition Center in Kiev. An unforgettable spectacle was put on by the hosts in the Ukrainian capital with an amazing…
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Mexico dominant at home with classy wins
Lausanne, Nov 17: Hussars Poland unable to cope with speed and accuracy of Mexico Guerreros with fortress Foro Polanco living up to its name as Emigdio lead the hosts to victory as Alvarez Diaz, Cabrera Vergara and Munoz Gutierrez also record wins in breathtaking Group A match. The home side flexed their muscle early on…
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Boxing: Nevin to star for British Lionhearts
Lausanne, Nov 13: World Series of Boxing (WSB) is delighted to confirm that Irishman John Joseph Nevin will compete this third season with the British Lionhearts. The explosive 23-year-old Lightweight (57-61kg) will be taking to the ring to face Branimir Stankovic from Croatia in his first outing for his new team on Friday 23 November…
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French pro boxing stars join WSB and APB
Lausanne, Nov 12: World Series of Boxing (WSB) is delighted to announce that two of the most exciting French professional boxers will take part in WSB for its third season with Redouane Asloum and Daouda Sow joining the league. Both fighters have also signed up for the AIBA Professional Boxing (APB) World Level when the…
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India Fighters to sit out WSB Season III
Lausanne, Nov 9: Following detailed discussions between World Series of Boxing (WSB), the Indian Boxing Federation (IABF) and TransStadia, it was agreed by all stakeholders that the India-based Franchise would sit-out WSB Season III in order to maximize its long-term impact on the boxing world both technically and commercially. “Like all Indian boxing fans and…