Akhmadaliev Obliterates Contreras in One

Henry Forest’s Boxing Ring Visit

2016 Olympic bronze medalist and now super bantamweight prospect Murodjon Akhmadaliev blasts Ramon Contreras out in the first round to win a vacant inter-continental version of the WBA crown in only his fourth fight.  In what is seemingly becoming a trend in boxing nowadays, Akhmadaliev is yet another former blue chip amateur embarking on a fast-paced…

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Ruben Villa Shuts Out Jose Santos Gonzalez

Boxers While Boxing

Super bantamweight prospect Ruben Villa shut out Jose Santos Gonzalez over eight rounds.  The prospect from Salinas, California displayed a technical acumen that helped him win multiple national titles in the amateur rankings and earned a spot on the US Olympic team as an alternate to fellow prospect Shakur Stevenson.  Villa’s balance, fluidity in transitioning…

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January 20 Fights Recap

Polideportivo Fray Mamerto Esquiu, Catamarca, Argentina In a rematch of their encounter last October, welterweight contender Cesar Miguel Barrionuevo struck gold again in knocking Adrian Vernon out in the first round. Their first fight produced one of last year’s best knockouts and Barrionuevo can add the rematch to his highlight reel. The fight came to…

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