Devin Haney vs. George Kambosos II | ESPN - October 15, 2022

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Hearn on Haney-Kambosos Rematch: The Fight Is Not Appealing Because of The First Fight

And what about Usyk-Joshua II, Eddeh?

It turned out very entertaining, but it wasn't warranted by what had happened in the ring either. Like Wilder-Fury III.

[Bandog]

I don't blame him. They have Loma about 5 or 6? No belts.

[gregregegg]

Same advice as for fight 1 but hopefully kambo can see it clearly now, I hope kambo realises he can’t box with Haney and comes to rumble. Will likely be stopped if he does, but gives him a chance.

Also gotta take chances on fouls, I’m not saying strait dick shot on purpose (unless he is really buzzed in which case I always recommend the dick shot), but don’t be scared to push the limits of how low can you go and back of head…. Needs to slug, get a bit of luck, hope Haney had a bad flight/sleep/weight cut.

[margaret thatcher]

loma is far too high and probably shouldnt be ranked at all, otherwise their list isnt particularly bad

[gregregegg]

loma is far too high and probably shouldnt be ranked at all, otherwise their list isnt particularly bad

Loma is there on talent not resume. He is a 126 or 130 that bulks to play at 135 and lost fighting with an injury (and not punching).

While I don’t think loma should be there on the list, I 100% think he is a top 10 lb for lb fighter (although aging).

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Jermell Charlo Supports Devin Haney Over Being Left Off Ring Magazine Pound-For-Pound

Jermell Charlo came out on Twitter last weekend to support undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney about his unhappiness at being left off Ring Magazine’s pound-for-pound list.

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Sounds like a stroppy kid..

just because you don't hold the ring belt doesn't mean you don't deserve to enter the top 10..

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[NateJR]

I still don't understand why Kambosos is getting Superstar treatment. He's not a huge draw in his own country and he isn't a long time reigning champion who has been on top for years prior to Haney making him look like a novice.

I liked Kambosos leading up to the Teo fight. I admired his confidence when everyone seemed to write him off. The fact he made Haney jump through every obstacle prior to their first fight and then make sure Haney had to do the same in the rematch, just shows his true colors.

Kambosos knows he got lucky against Teo and knows he can't hang with the other top guys of the division. No other top guy at 135 is going to take the deal that Haney did in their first fight.

I hope Haney stops him this time around. Wouldn't be the slightest bit surprised if Kambosos retires after Haney beats him again.

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I liked Kambosos leading up to the Teo fight. I admired his confidence when everyone seemed to write him off. The fact he made Haney jump through every obstacle prior to their first fight and then make sure Haney had to do the same in the rematch, just shows his true colors.

Kambosos knows he got lucky against Teo and knows he can't hang with the other top guys of the division. No other top guy at 135 is going to take the deal that Haney did in their first fight.

After he beat Teo, he basically became another Teo.

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Press Release | David Nyika, Hemi Ahio Added

World class boxing prospects David Nyika and Hemi Ahio will follow in the footsteps of the great David Tua and showcase their talents to a bumper live free-to-air Kiwi television audience in October.

TVNZ is to screen the pair’s clashes on the undercard of the undisputed lightweight championship rematch between Aussie former unified world champion George Kambosos Jr and American current undisputed world champion Devin Haney in Melbourne on October 16 – the first time the national broadcaster has aired live boxing since 2007.

With Olympic bronze medallist Nyika taking another important step on the road to the sport’s big time and undefeated heavyweight knockout artist Ahio out to break into the world rankings – ahead of a blockbuster world title fight – fight fans are in for a rare treat.

The last time a boxing world title fight screened free-to-air in New Zealand was Tua’s unsuccessful tilt against Lennox Lewis in November 2000. The broadcast was viewed by a record 1.3 million people, which at that time translated into an incredible 82% of all TV viewers – and 200,000 more than watched the royal wedding of Charles and Diana.

TVNZ’s Director of Content Cate Slater says, “It’s been nearly 20 years since we’ve seen a boxing event of this scale on TVNZ, and we’re thrilled to be a part of it. What better way to showcase the sport than with Kiwi superstar David Nyika on the card, as well as another match featuring fellow New Zealand boxer Hemi Ahio. This special event is another example of TVNZ’s commitment to bringing the sporting moments that matter to the nation, as we strive to be NZ’s home for free-to-air sport.”

Legendary American promoter Bob Arum is delighted the undercard for one of the biggest events in Australasian boxing history will have such a strong Kiwi presence.

“I am thrilled to see two of New Zealand’s brightest talents, Hemi Ahio and David Nyika, appear on the historic Haney-Kambosos 2 card,” Arum said.

“New Zealand fight fans are passionate and knowledgeable, and I am delighted that an event of this magnitude, headlined by the undisputed lightweight championship of the world, will be free-to-air on TVNZ.”

Kambosos shocked the boxing world last November when he pulled off one of sport’s great upsets to defeat Teofimo Lopez at the famed Madison Square Garden to claim the IBF, WBA and WBO lightweight world titles.

The Aussie hero immediately showed what he was made of, putting his titles on the line against the classy Haney in a massive unification fight at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium in June. Haney won a comfortable decision, but Kambosos has vowed to avenge his first defeat.

The chance to showcase their talents to fans back home while featuring on the undercard of the one of the biggest events of the year is massive for Nyika and Ahio.

“Everyone knows I am an incredibly proud Kiwi,” says Nyika. “Boxing can be a lonely sport so stepping into the ring knowing my family, friends and supporters back home will be watching is a huge boost.”

Nyika’s trainer, Noel Thornberry, was delighted boxing was again attracting mainstream interest in New Zealand.

“Boxing has delivered some of the greatest moments in New Zealand sporting history,” Thornberry says. “David Tua blazed a trail for the likes of Joseph Parker, Shane Cameron, Maselino Masoe and now David Nyika is the next in line to continue that incredible legacy. David’s already a national hero with his exploits at the Olympics and Commonwealth Games. He’s a world class athlete – so it’s great that all Kiwi sports fans have this amazing chance to see him in action.”

Undefeated Ahio – a Mike Tyson clone with a massive punch – is also thrilled at his chance to step into the limelight.

“There’s a lot more to New Zealand heavyweight boxing than Joseph Parker,” Ahio said. “We’ve got some amazing fighters coming through. This is our chance to prove that – and I’m thrilled to be a part of it and to be live on TVNZ on free-to-air is fantastic and makes this massive occasion accessible for all boxing fans”

"New Zealand heavyweight powerhouse Hemi Ahio is known locally as the 'Tongan Tyson' for his size, style, power, and devastating knockouts,” said Ahio’s promoter, Lou DiBella, President of DiBella Entertainment. "On the verge of breaking into the world rankings, Ahio has an opportunity to display his talents in front of an international audience. He will face Samoan-born, heavy-handed, Australian Faiga Opelu in what is a significant, fan-friendly matchup.”

David Higgins of Duco Events, which is co-promoting the event alongside global heavyweights Top Rank and DiBella Entertainment and delivering the event in partnership with TEG Sport said he was delighted to be able to help showcase the next generation of Kiwi boxers.

“I’ve always wanted to find a way to get world championship boxing on free-to-air TV in New Zealand,” Higgins said.

“The interest is huge, so good on TVNZ for coming to the party. That we can work alongside the likes of Bob Arum from Top Rank and Lou DiBella from DiBella Entertainment to help showcase talents like David Nyika and Hemi Ahio to a massive TV audience shows just how far boxing has come in New Zealand. This is a great development for Kiwi sports fans.”

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If all off boxing was like this.

George Kambosos became the lightweight champion and immediately attempted to get the best fight possible put together at that weightclass.

And then people say that he doesn't deserve the rematch?

How many pointless title defenses did this guy make? 0

[giacomino]

He doesn’t deserve it. He lost a one-sided decision on his home turf. Give somebody else a chance. Nothing wrong with Kambosos having to earn another shot after losing like he did. If it had been close it would be another thing. Kambosos won one major fight. Period. Wasn’t like he was a longtime champion and the sport owed him something

[gregregegg]

Kambo got himself in a position where he had 3 belts and zero obligations, then called out the top 5..… in that spot under the current rules he is well within his rights to put a rematch clause in. You don’t earn a rematch clause in a fight, you earn it in the fights before.

That said I think rematch clauses should be banned, and I’d love the orgs to get together and do it.

Kambo deserves this rematch as much as AJ vs Ruiz 2, AJ vs usyk 2, wilder vs fury 3, canelo vs Bivol 2 (when it happens). Which is not very much.

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Kambo got himself in a position where he had 3 belts and zero obligations, then called out the top 5..… in that spot under the current rules he is well within his rights to put a rematch clause in. You don’t earn a rematch clause in a fight, you earn it in the fights before.

That said I think rematch clauses should be banned, and I’d love the orgs to get together and do it.

Kambo deserves this rematch as much as AJ vs Ruiz 2, AJ vs usyk 2, wilder vs fury 3, canelo vs Bivol 2 (when it happens). Which is not very much.

Yup, none of them deserve it either. Of course you shouldn’t “earn” a rematch clause, based on the number of paper belts. You earn a rematch. Kambo didn’t, and hasn’t.

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I wish they would switch-up the match-ups instead of rematching. I'd prefer to see Haney - Teofimo and Kambosos - Lomachenko. It would tell us a lot about whether any of the previous results were flukes and/or matchup-specific outcomes.

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I wish they would switch-up the match-ups instead of rematching. I'd prefer to see Haney - Teofimo and Kambosos - Lomachenko. It would tell us a lot about whether any of the previous results were flukes and/or matchup-specific outcomes.

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I wish they would switch-up the match-ups instead of rematching. I'd prefer to see Haney - Teofimo and Kambosos - Lomachenko. It would tell us a lot about whether any of the previous results were flukes and/or matchup-specific outcomes.

It is what it is.
I agree with you, mainly because it wasn't close, but it is the champion's right.
I've been following Kambosos and his career, and to be fair to him- he does improve every fight. It's just the level of improvement needed to beat Haney is unfortunately too much of a gap to bridge. I don't even think he hurt Haney so 'punchers chance' doesn't apply here either.

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People had on the wrong glasses when they watched that fight. Kambosos brought thunderous punching power and deadly attacks to the table. Haney was able to fend them off but after seeing the leather that Kambosos was throwing and how hard it was for Haney to deal with it one has to realize that it wouldn't take alot for Kambosos to get Haney into some good trouble. A change of tactics could deliver Kambosos the win from this one. Obviously the smart money is on a repeat performance but something different wouldn't be surprising.

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Good news for Kiwi

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Hope they find decent opponents for Hemi and nyika.

Hemi vs lucus brown would be cool, see if lucus can chin another kiwi...
hemi vs Joseph Goodall is another banger, and surely goodal would want the attention of a big card.
hemi vs Faiga Opelu is another fun fight.

Nyika is a bit tricker. being so fresh. Austin Aokuso would be a great opponent or Mark Flanagan.

Unfortunatly i fear iv set my hopes too high for both..

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Press Release | Johnson vs. Ramadan IBF Title Fight Added

In an all-Australian world championship attraction, IBF junior featherweight champ Cherneka Johnson will defend her title against two-time bantamweight world champion Susie "Q" Ramadan. (photo by Darrian Traynor)

Johnson will make the first defense of her title against Ramadan on the undercard of the rematch between undisputed lightweight world champion Devin "The Dream" Haney and former champion "Ferocious" George Kambosos Jr. on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 16 local time at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia.

Johnson (14-1, 6 KOs) seized the IBF junior featherweight world title by defeating Melissa Esquivel on April 20 at the Melbourne Convention Centre. Born in Tauranga, New Zealand, Johnson is the second Mori to win a world boxing title. She starred as an amateur in Australia before turning pro, winning three national titles and three Golden Gloves championships.

Ramadan (29-3, 12 KOs), from Preston, Victoria, Australia, is a trailblazer for women's boxing in Australia. Now a veteran of the squared circle and a two-time world champion, Ramadan has been a professional boxer for 15 years. She captured the IBF bantamweight world title in 2011 and the WBC bantamweight crown one year later. Considered one of Australia's best female boxers, Ramadan has won numerous honors over the years, including the Australian Government Sports Achievement Award.

"Women's boxing is booming in Australia. A big pay-per-view fight card needed a big women's championship fight, and this is one of the biggest that can be made in Australia. Cherneka Johnson, a young, rising champion, is giving a title opportunity to Susie Ramadan, a former champion and Aussie trailblazer for other women boxers. With Top Rank, I am excited to promote this historic bout," said Lou DiBella, President of DiBella Entertainment.

Johnson said, "I am absolutely pumped to defend my world title and showcase my skills on this incredible fight card here at home in Melbourne! Looking forward to getting back in the ring and creating history!"

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Looks like a daughter vs. mother fight

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jesus, the lady on the right looks like she had a tough paper round