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Boxing and poker – maybe a start on something new?

Even though both sports are known for intense action and rough characters, boxing and poker aren’t usually combined. This didn’t stop Gus Hansen (known as one of the biggest full tilt poker names)and Danish poker pro Theo Jorgensen from duking it out. Both know as skilled poker players in both the online poker and live tournament circuit, did quite well as shown in the video.

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Terence Crawford UD 12 Canelo Alvarez

Sub Lead15-Sep-25by Bill Tibbs

Underdog Crawford dethrones Alvarez

Event/Fight of the year - Canelo Alvarez versus Terence Crawford

Sub Lead12-Sep-25by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez slightly favored

Canelo haters: Put your money where your mouth is!

Sub Lead06-Sep-25by Blake Chavez

Me? I’m Chavez. So, I’m for Canelo, of course. LOL. Boxing. The greatest sport of all--- with the best fans in the world!

Many are saying Bud Crawford will beat Canelo Alvarez in a few weeks, Blake Chavez is not one of them!

Sub Lead26-Aug-25by Blake Chavez

Who ya got?

The Weighting Game - Canelo vs. Crawford

Sub Lead19-Aug-25by Bill Tibbs

Canelo slightly favored

Shadowman: The Edward Jackson story

Sub Lead23-Jun-25by John J. Raspanti

On fight night, he watches every move. As his fighter enters the ring, he’s a few paces behind.

Former undisputed champions Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford to fight in September

Sub Lead28-May-25by Gary Todd

Gary Todd breaks down the big fight.

Canelo Alvarez bores in win over William Scull

Sub Lead06-May-25by Bill Tibbs

Alvarez is obviously past it. Will he have enough left to defeat Terence Crawford in September?

As expected - Canelo Alvarez whips Edgar Berlanga

Sub Lead16-Sep-24by Press Release

Canelo (62-2-2, 39 KOs) sent his legion of fans into a frenzy early as he connected on a perfect left hook midway through round three that sent Berlanga (22-1, 17 KOs) to the mat.

Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga final press conference

Sub Lead12-Sep-24by Press Release

Alvarez is a big favorite

Canelo Alvarez disappoints with selection of next opponent

Sub Lead26-Jul-24by Press Release

You have a young, unbeaten, fearless puncher ready to tackle one of the all-time greats - get ready for drama in Las Vegas!”

Wily and patient Canelo Alvarez drops and defeats Jaime Munguia

Sub Lead05-May-24by Press Release

"I took my time,” said Canelo. “I have a lot of experience."

Canelo Alvarez and Jamie Munguia make weight

Sub Lead04-May-24by John J. Raspanti

Can Munguia spring the upset tomorrow?

Jaime Munguia too much for John Ryder, wins by stoppage

Sub Lead28-Jan-24by Press Release

Munguia wants big fights.

David Benavidez overpowers Demetrius Andrade, wins by stoppage

Sub Lead26-Nov-23by Press Release

Benavidez wants Alvarez next.

Canelo Alvarez puts a whipping on Jermell Charlo

Sub Lead01-Oct-23by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez sharp

Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo make weight for Saturday's showdown

Sub Lead30-Sep-23by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez favored 3-1

Upcoming this weekend: Canelo Alvarez fights Jermell Charlo

Sub Lead24-Sep-23by Gary Todd

I was caught in traffic, which got me thinking about writing my article on the upcoming Canelo v Charlo fight

Canelo Alvarez fights Jermell Charlo in three weeks

Sub Lead06-Sep-23by Press Release

September 30, 2023 - Las Vegas

Tim Tszyu vs. Brian Mendoza

Sub Lead02-Sep-23by Gary Todd

Oct.15

Canelo Alvarez batters super gritty John Ryder

Sub Lead07-May-23by Bill Tibbs

After the fight, Canelo indicated he was happy with the result, despite not getting the KO, and was looking ahead to bigger fights.

Payday! Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder

Sub Lead04-May-23by Allan Cerf

Left-handed Ryder did beat Daniel Jacobs on a split decision. He had lots of moments against Billy Joe Saunders. He’s a thorough pro and is a fair judge of distance and has decent head movement.

Maxboxing 2022 Upset of the Year - Dmitry Bivol dominates Canelo Alvarez

Sub Lead29-Dec-22by John J. Raspanti

Maxboxing.com 2022 Upset of the Year

No controversy this time: Canelo Alvarez defeats Gennadiy Golovkin

Sub Lead18-Sep-22by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez scored with a combination. His big edge in hand speed was obvious.

Here we go: Canelo Alvarez and Gennadiy Golovkin weigh-in results

Sub Lead16-Sep-22by John J. Raspanti

“He’s a great fighter, and I want to finish it inside 12 rounds,” said Alvarez.

‘You know who is the real champion,” Golovkin said.

Dmitry Bivol is now a superstar

Sub Lead17-May-22by Max Warren

Canelo possesses a rematch clause, but will he exercise it? Directly after the fight, Canelo declared that he would like a rematch. But that was when emotions were high.

The day after: Canelo Alvarez loses and should return to super middleweight division

Sub Lead08-May-22by John J. Raspanti

The consensus going into his fight with WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol last night was that no matter what, a decision wouldn’t go against Alvarez. The thinking was boxing’s biggest attraction wouldn’t be “allowed” to lose.

Sickening.

Canelo who? Dmitry Bivol defeats Canelo Alvarez

Sub Lead08-May-22by John J. Raspanti

Dmitry Bivol did what most thought he couldn’t.

Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol make weight

Sub Lead07-May-22by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez a 5-1 favorite to capture WBA strap

Canelo Alvarez vs. Dimitry Bivol: No way to win?

Sub Lead05-May-22by Allan Cerf

Dimitry Bivol, a skillful light heavyweight,is a man with a problem.

Canelo Alvarez is an outstanding fighter who has shown an incredible ability to adapt and improve. Ringside judges and referees love him.

Rydell "Super" Mayes Jr. returns to Murfreesboro

Sub Lead30-Mar-22by Derek Bonnett

Tri-Star Boxing Press Release

Artur Beterbiev talks about his next fight and desire to be unified light heavyweight champion

Sub Lead15-Mar-22by Allan Cerf

Exclusive interview with IBF and WBC light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev

Tri-Star Boxing comes home to Murfreesboro, TN

Sub Lead08-Mar-22by Derek Bonnett

The April 16, 2022 show promises a blockbuster night of boxing featuring a six-bout card including the best three-punch combo in town!

What the future could hold for Canelo Alvarez

Sub Lead07-Jan-22by Max Warren

The two biggest challenges in front of Canelo are fights against Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. Beterbiev is a killer and posts a 100% KO ratio.

Canelo Alvarez the undisputed 168 pound champion: Not that big of a deal

Sub Lead28-Dec-21by Jason Gonzalez

Google defines a “fan-boy” as a male fan behaving in an obsessive or overexcited way.

Canelo Alvarez and Caleb Plant make weight for Saturday night showdown

Sub Lead05-Nov-21by John J. Raspanti

All titles on the line

They say it's personal: Canelo Alvarez and Caleb Plant throw hands

Sub Lead02-Nov-21by John J. Raspanti

Bad behavior in boxing generates interest. No one will remember if the fight is good. But that begs the question.
Will the Canelo Alvarez vs. Caleb Plant unification fight be memorable?

Does Demetrius Andrade deserve a shot at Canelo Alvarez?

Sub Lead21-May-21by Max Warren

After the verbal sparring at the press conference, Andrade has since labeled Canelo a coward. Despite the insults, Canelo has other plans than facing Andrade.

One man's opinion: Is Canelo Alvarez a great fighter?

Sub Lead11-May-21by John J. Raspanti

To me, greatness must be earned, not given, displayed not designated, and to a certain degree, seemingly obvious to most.

WBC and WBA super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez stops WBO champion Billy Joe Saunders in eight

Sub Lead09-May-21by John J. Raspanti

Alvarez now the WBA, WBC and WBO super middleweight champion after stoppage win over Saunders

Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders weigh-in

Sub Lead07-May-21by Press Release

Canelo cool, Saunders fidgety

Billy Joe Saunders is live, but Canelo Alvarez is rolling

Sub Lead04-May-21by John J. Raspanti

Favored Canelo Alvarez fights Billy Joe Saunders this Saturday

How good is Canelo Alvarez right now?

Sub Lead12-Mar-21by Max Warren

Ever since his loss to Floyd Mayweather in 2013, Canelo has improved each facet of his game. He is elite at offense and defense, which is a rarity in boxing.

Canelo Alvarez stops Avni Yildirim with ease, faces Billy Joe Saunders next

Sub Lead28-Feb-21by John J. Raspanti

WBA and WBC super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez (55-1-2, 37 KOs) disposed of Avni Yildirim (21-3, 12 KOs) after three one-sided rounds Saturday night.

Mission Impossible: Avni Yildirim fights Canelo Alvarez

Sub Lead25-Feb-21by John J. Raspanti

Avni Yildirim has been the WBC mandatory contender for two years. He stepped aside last fall and allowed Alvarez to fight Callum Smith. Yildirim knew he’d get the winner. Alvarez acquiesced. No way he wanted to lose his title after just winning it.