May

Hall of Fame Class of 2017: Evander Holyfield

Our countdown to Hall of Fame induction weekend begins with this profile of the cruiserweight who would be heavyweight king: Evander Holyfield.

15

Dec

Bernard Hopkins did it his way

by Ron Borges

The future hall of famer leaves a legacy of victories and wisdom that extends far beyond the ring.

Ducking opponents? No way: From THE RING Magazine

22

Apr

Ducking opponents? No way: From THE RING Magazine

by Ron Borges

This opinion piece from veteran boxing writer Ron Borges, published before Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s first fight against Marcos Maidana, argues against the idea that Mayweather has avoided the best opponents of his era.

Hall of Fame 2014: Joe Calzaghe – Perfection

06

Jun

Hall of Fame 2014: Joe Calzaghe – Perfection

by Ron Borges

2014 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee Joe Calzaghe hated losing so much that he refused to do it as a pro. He finished his remarkable career 46-0.

Hall of Fame 2014: Richard Steele – Stainless Steele

04

Jun

Hall of Fame 2014: Richard Steele – Stainless Steele

by Ron Borges

With the International Boxing Hall of Fame’s Induction Weekend upon us, THE RING pays tribute to Richard Steele. Fans will always debate the Chavez-Taylor stoppage but everyone can agree that the 2014 IBHOF inductee was a good referee.

23

Mar

From THE RING Magazine: Little warriors

by Ron Borges

Edwin Rodriguez exchanges punches for a living but it’s his 6-year-old twins, familiar with pain throughout their short lives, who are the family heroes.