Other Sports: November 2008 Archives
De la Hoya no match for Pacquiao - Roach
Freddie Roach has called his former charge Oscar De la Hoya a 'part-time fighter' ahead of his fight against Manny Pacquiao.
Pacquiao ready for UK showdown
Manny Pacquiao believes he will go toe-to-toe with Ricky Hatton and was impressed with the Hitman's recent victory.
Boxing star's royal appointment
Joe Calzaghe has recieved his CBE from the Queen at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday for his services to sport and voluntary services.
Mayweather drops De La Hoya hint
Floyd Mayweather has admitted money will decide whether he trains Ricky Hatton or Oscar De La Hoya for their proposed super-fight.
Calzaghe relaxed about future
Joe Calzaghe has insisted he has not opened talks to fight IBF light-heavyweight champion Chad Dawson next summer.
Hatton to toe the line
Ricky Hatton says he will curb his drinking excesses in between fights but will not give up the booze completely.
Lennox rubbishes ring return reports
Former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis has played down reports suggesting he may return to the boxing ring for a £70million pay-day.
Hatton trainer wants Manny showdown
Trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr says he would like Ricky Hatton to fight Manny Pacquiao next following his win against Paulie Malignaggi.
Calzaghe in talks to fight Dawson
America's Chad Dawson has claimed that his camp are in talks with Joe Calazghe, suggesting that the Welshman might not be retiring.
Malignaggi in ref warning
Paulie Malignaggi has urged referee Kenny Bayless to crack down on Ricky Hatton's "wrestling" style of fighting on Saturday.
Hatton promises new fight approach
Ricky Hatton says he's become a smarter fighter under new trainer Floyd Mayweather Snr ahead of his clash with Paulie Malignaggi.
'Barnstorming' Hatton out to make amends
Ricky Hatton has promised his fans they will get the usual "barnstorming" fight from him when he faces Paulie Malignaggi on Saturday.
Armstrong worried over safety
Seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong has admitted he fears for his safety when he makes his comeback next year.
Haye targets a title after Barrett knockout
David Haye is targeting a world title shot after he knocked out Monte Barrett in the fifth round of his first ever heavyweight fight.
Holyfield to face Valuev for WBA title
Evander Holyfield will aim to become the oldest heavyweight title-holder ever when he meets Russia's WBA champion Nikolai Valuev.
Roach fans 'Dream Match' flames
Former trainer Freddie Roach believes a "mental issue" could cost Oscar De La Hoya victory against Manny Pacquiao on December 8.
Calzaghe has no interest in Hopkins
Joe Calzaghe has insisted he has no desire to offer "racist" Bernard Hopkins a rematch in what is sure to be his final fight.
Hatton 'well on track'
Ricky Hatton has denied ring rumours his fight with Paulie Malignaggi next week is to be pulled because he cannot make the weight.
Calzaghe quiet on future after Jones Jr success
Joe Calzaghe would not discuss his future in boxing after coming back from a first round knockdown to defeat Roy Jones Jr in New York.
Calzaghe tipped to overcome Jones Jr
Joe Calzaghe's father and trainer, Enzo, feels his son's opponent Roy Jones Jr has been inactive for too long to trouble the Welshman.
Jones' trainer backs his man
Roy Jones Jr's trainer, Alton Merkerson, has defended his fighter's recent record as he prepares to face Joe Calzaghe this weekend.
Jones Jnr asks can Calzaghe cope
Roy Jones Jnr has insisted all the pressure will be on unbeaten Joe Calzaghe when they clash in New York City on Saturday.
Joe up for Hopkins battle
Joe Calzaghe says he is 'psyched' up and 'excited' ahead of the Roy Jones Jr fight and predicts it will be an exciting clash.
