Documentary film about Tony Halme, masculinity and populism. The film follows how Tony Halme created a mythical, highly masculine freestyle wrestling character, The Viking, who gained fame both in the ring and in the public eye and eventually became captivated by it. With his brash speeches, Halme fired the starting shot for the rise of the Finns Party. The voice of a forgotten section of the population, a protest against the ruling elite, were the building blocks of Halme's popularity. Halme's great popularity has served as a good example of a populist figure, admired within the deep ranks of the nation, who comes from outside the political elite and changes the direction of politics. Also, despite - or perhaps because of - his openly racist statements, he was part of changing the political climate in Finland to a more acrimonious one.
Overcoming the seemingly insurmountable odds that life threw his way, Liston became heavyweight champion of the world when he knocked out Floyd Patterson in 1962. Eight years later, he died but friends questioned the cause of his death.
Teofimo Lopez defends his WBO and Ring Magazine titles against Jamaine Ortiz at the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson is a 1993 film made by acclaimed American documentary filmmaker Barbara Kopple. Though Tyson was in jail serving a sentence for rape, Kopple used existing interviews with the boxer, as well as her own extensive interviews with those closest to Tyson, to explore the man's history. The film traces Tyson's story from his troubled and tumultuous upbringing, through his rapid ascendancy in the ranks of the boxing world and his subsequent struggle with the trappings of fame. Fallen Champ earned Barbara Kopple a Directors Guild of America award as Best Documentary Director of 1993.
Troy Williamson takes on Josh Kelly at Utilita Arena in Newcastle for the British Super Welterweight Championship.
Unbeaten Brighton man Harlem Eubank faces the former WBA International Super Lightweight champion Tom Farrell at London’s famous York Hall.
Jake Paul (8-1) looks for another impressive victory after his first-round knockout win over Andre August as he takes on Ryan Bourland (17-2).
Leon Bunn vs. Padraig McCrory was a boxing event that took place on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at the Fabrik Sporthalle in Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany.
Jose Zepeda and Regis Prograis meet for the vacant WBC Super Lightweight World Championship.
Newly crowned WBA World Super-Featherweight Champion Jazza Dickens (36-5, 15 KOs) makes the first defence of his title against Belfast’s own Anthony “The Apache” Cacace (24-1, 9 KOs). Cacace, a former IBO and IBF champion, looks to reclaim world honors on home soil in what is widely regarded as a 50-50 domestic thriller.
Undefeated heavyweight champion Claressa Shields faces Danielle Perkins, at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, Michigan, USA. Shields aims to make history as the first boxer ever to become undisputed in three different weight classes. Perkins, an undefeated contender with a decorated amateur background, provides a significant challenge in what promises to be a compelling matchup.
Derek Chisora and Joseph Parker collide in a huge Heavyweight clash on a blockbuster night of action that sees Irish star Katie Taylor defend her Undisputed Lightweight crowns against former amateur rival Natasha Jonas and undefeated WBA Light-Heavyweight World Champion Dmitry Bivol put his Title on the line against Craig Richards.
Two of the best bantamweights in the world clash as former unified champ Guillermo Rigondeaux faces John Riel Casimero for Casimero’s 118-pound belt. A longtime champion at 122 pounds, Rigondeaux moved down to capture a 118-pound belt in 2020 and now has his sights set on adding Casimero’s strap to his collection. Casimero is making the second defense of the title he won in 2019. Plus, unbeaten rising contender Antonio Russell faces the toughest test of his career in Emmanuel Rodriguez & Rau’shee Warren duels Damien Vazquez. Live on SHOWTIME.
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After a brutal loss in his previous fight, amateur boxer Leo Smith comes back to the ring for a high-stakes rematch against his former opponent. With the fear from the loss eating at him, Leo’s coach Doyle must guide him to victory and prove to Leo that his loss doesn’t define him…
Jose "Tito" Sanchez (11-0, 7 KOs) takes on Walter Santibañes (12-2, 2 KOs) at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino to close out Golden Boys 2023.
RING VI sees two of the biggest names in global boxing collide, as WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson (24-0) moves up to 140lbs to challenge WBO titlist Teofimo Lopez (22-1) in an explosive New York City headliner.
Mauricio Lara makes his return to action against Jose Sanmartin in Mexico City, Mexico.
Edgar Berlanga faces the toughest test of his career in the shape of Belfast’s Padraig McCrory at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida.
Adrian Curiel and Sivenathi Nontshinga run it back for the IBF light-flyweight world title following their dramatic first meeting at the Casino de Monte-Carlo in November.