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MANNY PACQUIAO SUPERFIGHT
International superstar Manny Pacquiao, who needs no introduction, takes on what some consider his biggest challenge, the pride of Ghana, Joshua Clottey, for the WBO Welterweight world title.
Clottey has been based in New York for years now, and has proven himself as one of the top dogs in the highly competitive Welterweights. His victory over the lightening fast Zab Judah, and his controversial split decision loss to the classy Miguel Cotto has garnered an opportunity to share some of the spotlight that the worlds number one fighter, Pacquiao enjoys.
Clottey has a seemingly impenetrable guard that is dubbed the 'African shell', which seems to frustrate the best of his opponents. He's big for a Welterweight, so when he comes out of that shell, there's some power behind those counter punches.
Basically he's bigger, and arguably just as tough as the champion.
Pacquaio's speed will be his best weapon, as one of the fastest guys around he's likely to put clottey on the defensive, and if Clottey spends too much time in his shell, the Philippine dynamo will control the fight.
Check it out this weekend, Sunday 14th March at your local Pay per view.
(Saturday 13th outside Oceania)
PREACHER FIGHT NIGHT
Great amateur fight night, brought to you by a veteran of Australian Muay Thai.
Bruce 'Preacher' MacFie has had over 130 fights in a long and prosperous career. Now he's giving something back and offering up and comers the chance to gain experience of their own.
Come down to Corporate Box gym for an intimate event showcasing some emerging talent from the Muay Thai and Boxing ranks.
SATURDAY 20TH FEBRUARY AT CORPORATE BOX GYM (6/497 LUTWYCHE RD, LUTWYCHE)
FIRST FIGHT 7.30PM.
Daniel 'The Rock' Dawson
New statement from former World Muay Thai champion turned boxer, Daniel 'The Rock' Dawson.
"Well have been here (Los Angeles) for 9 months setting up home and settling in to Fortune Boxing Gym with Owner and Trainer Justin Fortune who went the distance with Lennox lewis and was the conditioning trainer for manny Pacquiao in most of his big fights under Freddie Roach.
It took me a while to sort out management and fight opportunities and had a fight booked last year but had to withdraw due to illness.
I will be fighting next on February 12 over here at the Pachanga resort Casino on friday Night Fights ESPN2.
Everything going great with training and i have some of the best boxers in the world as sparring partners.
It will be a big year for me in 2010 and i look forward to updating you on my progress as i move along the road to a world title in boxing!"
Congratulations to Dan and Ceran Nilsen.
No Contest Boxing would like to congratulate its sales team member Ceran Nilsen and her husband Dan on their recent edition to their family.
Their healthy baby boy Thor was born on Saturday 6th February 2010 and both are doing fine.
Floyd Mayweather Jr signed to fight 'Sugar' Shane Mosley May 1!!!
Some exiting news for boxing fans, as Floyd Mayweather Jr and Shane Mosley make their long awaited rumble official.
Years ago, when both fighters had broken through to the most elite ranks, the idea of them facing each other seemed to be the marquee match up of the times.
But each of their careers were taking off in different directions and the timing was never quite right. Since then, both fighters have moved up multiple weight divisions, and captured numerous world titles.
'Sugar' Shane Mosley has been a much avoided man since his sickening destruction of Antonio Margarito in January 2009, and he vented his frustration in failing to get a match up by challenging Mayweather in a heated ringside confrontation after Mayweather's tune up fight with Marquez.
Everyone was sure that Mayweather and Pacquiao had to happen, but after their negotiations broke down and they failed to reach an agreement. Mayweathers management has gone for the next best thing and his showdown with Mosley should be the premier event of 2010.
Floyd 'Money' Mayweather jr Versus 'Sugar' Shane Mosley
Welterweight showdown.
May 1, 2010 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
SENSEI'S MARTIAL ARTS SUPPLIES
SENSEI'S martial arts store is one of the longest standing and trusted establishments in the industry.
SENSEI'S is highly involved in the Boxing and Muay Thai scene, supporting gyms, fighters and events from all over the Sydney area for over 20 years.
NO CONTEST BOXING and SENSEI'S share the same ambition to give back to the sport.
When a local gym was burned down, SENSEI'S donated valuable gloves signed by Danny Green, Solomon Haumono, and Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez, to auction and help keep the gym alive.
Long time Champion Boxer Shannon Taylor had the support of SENSEI'S when he needed to set up camp in Thailand, training hard for major fights.
SENSEI'S prides itself on its after-sales care. If there's a problem with your purchase, they're happy to help.
Being a well-connected and knowledgeable business, you can be assured to get the latest and best quality product in your price range.
Whatever you need, whatever style you train, SENSEI'S is the number one place.
Shop 4, Barker St
Rooty Hill NSW 2766, Australia
Mosley versus Berto
In an unfortunate turn of events, Andre Berto, the Haitian-American Welterweight dynamo, has regretfully withdrawn from his showdown with 'Sugar' Shane Mosley.
Due to the recent earthquake tragedy in Haiti, members of Berto's family have been left homeless, and some are even still missing.
Berto is now committed to doing all he can to help in the islands time of need. His focus on preparations for his biggest opportunity have been affected, and therefore the bout will not go ahead on January 30.
We wish Andre all the best, and hope he can return to continue his impressive career as soon as possible.
“BATTLE OF THE GODS” Saturday March 20th 2010 @ Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre
One of the biggest Thai boxing and K-1 shows to hit Australia's biggest city, 'IMMORTALITY II' features rising star Thor Hoopman (QLD) versus Steve McKinnon (NSW) in a heavyweight showdown between the God of Thunder, and God of War.
Invincible promotions is the brainchild of Stuart McKinnon and Reinhard Badato, who have teamed up to bring you the highly anticipated sequel in their widely respected fight series.
Semi-main event will entail the continued return of the feared Shane Meads, up against the tough skills of Felise Leniu.
Other Heavyweights matched are New Zealands number one Sio 'Smooth' Vitale against the big punching Eric Nosa.
More fighters to watch out for include Roger Earp(NZ), a very crafty and experienced lightweight, and Full-Force boys Micheal Badato, Von Badato, and Joe Concha.
This first class event is proudly supported by NO CONTEST BOXING.
Tickets on sale Friday, 22nd January.
tickets: www.invinciblepromotions.com.au
Video Trailer
'SUGAR' SHANE MOSLEY VERSUS ANDRE BERTO
January 30 will play host to the first super fight of the year. The experienced 'Sugar' Shane Mosley will fight young world title holder Andre Berto, in a WBA-WBC unification bout.
Andre Berto is fast, strong, and undefeated. His KO ratio is 76%, thanks to his overwhelming style and use of angles to find gaps in his opponents defence. Berto is looking to take the mantle from Mosley and slide into the top 5 pound for pound boxers in the world. Although he is a very strong contender, his inexperience draws his chances into question. This is his biggest test yet in the most competitive weight division of recent times.
'Sugar' Shane Mosley has been one of boxing's biggest names for over a decade. Capturing world titles in 3 weight divisions and facing off against some the best in the business, Mosley has the seasoning to intimidate any fighter. With the similar speed and power that Berto is noted for, Mosley is also known for his slickness and boxing IQ. He knows when to box, and when to simply keep swinging until theres nothing left, as demonstrated by his jaw dropping comeback demolition of Antonio Margarito. Now highly avoided, this was the only fight he could manage to secure, despite approaching the 40 years age mark.
They say styles make fights, and this is a perfect example. Both of these guys like to furiously trade leather, and hit hard, ensuring an exciting display of pro boxing, with the strong possibility of an all out war.
So, will the formidable veterans complete arsenal be too much for the young bull? Or will the years catch up leave him forced to pass the torch?
Be sure to catch the action on January 30, 2010.
(Photo: Mosley battered Margarito until his corner threw in the towel in the 9th round, despite being the 4-1 underdog.)
BUBISHI
BUBISHI MARTIAL ARTS has become a major outlet for the Hervey Bay region.
BUBUSHI recently opened an impressive display of the NO CONTEST product range,
and with their extensive experience in the martial arts industry, are the go-to
place for fighters, trainers, martial artists, and fitness enthusiasts.
BUBISHI's online store is available at put your link here
and their shop front is friendly and knowledgable.
BUBISHI is conveniently located at 76 Boat Harbour Drive, Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD.
BULLDOG GYM CASTLE HILL
Bulldog Gym Castle Hill is the latest training facility to join the NO CONTEST affiliation.
Run by the renowned McKinnon brothers, the gyms pedigree is not to be underestimated.
The elder Stuart McKinnon was renowned as one of the toughest fighters of his day, and captured numerous titles in multiple weight divisions over the years. He also had a brief career as an undefeated pro boxer. Noted for his speed and precision, his knowledge has been passed down to champion fighters such as Shane Meads, and his world champion younger brother.
Steve McKinnon is well known for his explosive power and aggression, which has seen him win world titles, and mix it up with the best. Training alongside Steve is a great inspiration for aspiring professional fighters.
Bulldog Gym castle hill offers classes for kids, ladies, beginners, and experienced fighters. Private sessions are also available, and new Freestyle Jiu Jitsu and MMA classes have been incorporated.
Weights, cardio machines. full sized ring, long bags, matted floor and pro shop are part of the authentic training facility, located at:
19/8 Victoria Avenue, Castle Hill, NSW.
Check out their website www.bulldoggym.com.au
2010- YEAR OF THE TIGER
2009 was a very busy year for fight fans.
Boxing found some hope in the progressive super 6 tournament, and there was a record amount of classy Muay Thai promotions around the globe.
The season will kick off in late February, but wont heat up till March.
A massive Welterweight Muay Thai tournament in Bangkok is on the cards, with qualifying tournaments being held internationally to find the best in the competitive division around the world to fight for some lucrative prize money.
K-1 Max will hold some interesting events but the real excitement wont start until the final 16, 8, or 4 in the second stanza of 2010. Giorgio Petrosyan is the current champion, winning smoothly in his K-1 debut in 2009 with an uncanny technical ability.
A new breed is rising amongst the super promotions ranks, now Masato has announced his retirement and Buakaw looks to be moving in a different direction. Young guns like Petrosyan and Artur Kyshenko look set to dominate, although Kyshenko's problem with making the 70kg weight limit will need to be solved. Hopefully, K-1 will also include a new super-Thai in this years circuit.
April will see the Super 6 Pro Boxing tournament resume, and the quest to find the best super middleweight 'stage 2' will hopefully remain as unpredictable as it did in the first one.
Andre Ward is now the favourite after getting past the original top dog, Mikkel Kessler.
Jermain Taylor will still give the worlds best lots of dramas early in any contest, but his recent fading in the latter rounds of every fight in the last 12 months indicates his best days are behind him. His match against Ward will be interesting with both being pure boxers, but Wards freshness and agility are expected to prevail.
Carl Froch earned a split decision against Andre Dirrell and is now facing Kessler in a battle of the big punchers.
Tournament leader Arthur Abraham (extra points for his KO of Taylor) will face Dirrell in a contest that will have spectators either wait for Abraham to unleash a bomb, or Dirrell to outbox en route to a decision.
Pound for pound best boxer on the planet, Manny Pacquiao and his management are still in negotiations with Floyd Mayweather jr.'s team for their mega fight, hopefully in May. There has been some despute after members of team Mayweather made accusations of Pacquiao using performance enhancing drugs and demanding random blood tests as close to the fight date as possible. Pacquiao is claiming defamation, and expressed his reluctance to comply in retaliation. Blood tests are usually made 30 days prior to limit any side affects of losing blood, and directly after a bout. Urine tests are generally employed close to the bout and also afterward. The post fight analysis has been the most effective detection method in the past.
NO CONTEST BOXING wishes you all a safe and successful 2010.