The Neutral Corner: Episode 287 Recap (Stevenson dominates Herring, preview of Zepeda-Vargas)
On episode 287 of The Impartial Nook boxing podcast, host Michael Montero was joined by fellow author Luke G. Williams, who simply wrote a brand new e-book. “President of Pandemonium: The Mad World of Ike Ibeabuchi” was launched on paperback earlier this month. It highlights the life and profession of the previous heavyweight contender, who has spent a lot of the final 20 years in jail.
Williams spoke with Montero about what led him to put in writing the e-book.
“The peak of my boxing obsession was as a young person within the mid-90’s,” he instructed The Ring. “I used to be following David Tua, he was destroying everyone. After which I learn that Tua had simply misplaced to this Nigerian heavyweight. I had not even heard of Ibeabuchi.”
“I bear in mind studying that their struggle had damaged the file for quantity of whole punches thrown. I ordered a DVD of the Ibeabuchi versus Tua struggle and I used to be blown away.”
“Ever since then I’ve adopted him, and all of the ups and downs which have ensued.”
REVIEW:
On Friday, October 22 in Montreal, Oscar Rivas beat Ryan Rozicki by unanimous resolution to win the inaugural WBC “bridgerweight” title.
The next evening in Atlanta, Shakur Stevenson placed on a breakout efficiency towards Jamel Herring, scoring a TKO 10 win to assert his second world title. Stevenson dominated from the opening bell towards the previous Marine, pushing Herring again with lightning-fast mixtures. Stevenson, who received the vacant WBO featherweight title in 2019, moved up in weight in his very subsequent struggle and now, simply three fights later, owns the WBO title at 130 kilos.
PREVIEW:
Saturday, October 30
Matchroom Boxing on DAZN
O2 Area, London
Chantelle Cameron vs Mary McGee, 10rds, 140-pound title unification
Prime Rank on ESPN+
Madison Sq. Backyard Theater, New York
Jose Zepeda vs Josue Vargas, 10rds, 140 kilos
TGB Promotions, PBC, Showtime
Mandalay Bay Resort & On line casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
Jamal James vs Radzhab Butaev, 12rds, 147 kilos
Jaron Ennis vs Thomas Dulorme, 10rds, 147 kilos
QUOTES FROM THE CALLERS:
“Some folks complained that the Stevenson-Herring stoppage was early,” mentioned Nacho. “I had no downside with it. I had Stevenson manner forward and Herring isn’t a knockout puncher.”
“I felt just like the Stevenson-Herring struggle ought to have been on Friday,” mentioned Andrew. “The struggle needed to go on late as a result of ESPN was ready for a university soccer recreation to wrap up. There’s not loads of competitors Friday evening sports activities sensible. I want boxing would put extra occasions on Friday nights.”
“I used to be very impressed by Stevenson,” mentioned Keith. “I’m not a giant fan of him, I believe he’s a punk to be trustworthy. However he jogged my memory of Mayweather to an extent. I don’t see Oscar Valdez beating him.”
“I’ve respect for each Stevenson and Herring,” mentioned Chris. “Stevenson just about had a shutout. And I assumed Herring confirmed loads of coronary heart. He’s a high professional and an awesome man. We want extra folks like Jamel Herring within the sport.”
TIME STAMPS:
@4:05 Interview with Luke G. Williams
@31:00 Combat Assessment (Stevenson TKO10 Herring)
@48:05 Combat Preview (playing cards on ESPN+, Showtime, DAZN)
@51:28 Callers
Michael Montero may be discovered on social media through @MonteroOnBoxing. His present “The Impartial Nook” may be seen each Monday on TheRingDigital YouTube channel, and heard on audio podcast platforms around the globe.
