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Exclusive Interview: Manny Pacquiao (Podcast available)

Pacquiao vs Cotto: Is success in the corners?

To quote Vinny Paz, “The guy with cooler tattoos usually wins the fight.” If this is true, then the freshly inked Miguel Cotto certifiably has a leg up on Manny Pacquiao for their November 14th mega-match. While...

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Peter Manfredo Jr. Stops Weaver in One!

Former world title challenger Peter Manfredo Jr. (33-6, 18 KO’s) scored a 1st round TKO over New Orleans journeyman Ronald Weaver (29-19, 22 KO’s) Thursday evening in Maryland. It was Manfredo’s debut...

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Arreola vs. Minto is on for December 5th

8CN Breaking News! Brian Minto to Cristobal Arreola in heavyweight showdown

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V8: Tyson, Roach, Pacquiao, Cotto, and More!!!

Mike Tyson: Don't Call It A Comeback!!!! The recent reunion between "Iron" Mike Tyson and Don King sparked a global trip down memory lane. The black shorts....the black boots....the cut white towel.....the intensity....the...

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Hector Camacho Jr Talks to 8CN

It's Jr Time! Hector Camacho Jr joins 8CN and talks about his recent victory over Yori Boy Campas. Camacho was in a real ugly throw down with Campas, and at times it seemed like he was fighting both Campas and the...

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Minto wants a shot at Arreola on Dec 5th

WBO#7, WBA#14 heavyweight contender, Brian "The Beast" Minto (34-2 21kos) wants a shot at WBC#4, WBO#10 Chris Arreola (27-1 24kos) on Dec. 5th on HBO. Minto states, "We both have a...

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Current Boxing Title Holders Per Country

Boxing's current title holders by country as of November 1, 2009 1st – USA (12) Devon Alexander – WBC Super Lightweight (140 lbs) Andre Berto – WBC Welterweight (147 lbs) Timothy Bradley – WBO...

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Exclusive Interview: Freddie Roach

Boxing's most famous boxing trainer, Freddie Roach returned home to 8CountNews and shared his thoughts on the big Pacquiao vs Cotto showdown. Roach is standing by his 1st round knockout prediction over Cotto. He not...

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Exclusive 8CN Podcast: Felix Cora Jr

8CountNews attended the press conference held by Akondaye Fountain's "Calm Before The Storm promotions", held in Galveston, TX. The press conference was held on October 29th, with the former contender star Felix Cora...

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Exclusvie 8CN Podcast: Juan "Baby Bull" Diaz

8CountNews was on scene in Houston, TX at Savannah's gym and got an exclusive one on one with the former undisputed lightweight world champion, Juan "Baby Bull" Diaz. Juan gave us his thoughts on his big upcoming...

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Kardashian’s Get In The Boxing Ring For Charity

Chet Koerner’s TKO Boxing Promotions and PR Entertainment, Inc. presents the "Kardashian Charity Knock Out", Tuesday, November 3, 2009, at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, CA. Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, and...

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Spina and Del Valle fight to majority draw

World rated light heavyweight Joey “KO Kid” Spina (25-1-2, 17 KOs) and former world champion Lou “Honey Boy” Del Valle (36-6-2 (22 KOs) fourth to a 10 round majority draw tonight in the main...

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Who the heck is the real champion?

Once upon a time there was only one champion in a given weight division. Once upon a time, there were only 7 weight divisions, which mean there were only 7 world recognized champions at that time. Back in the day when you...

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Jose Canseco, Rodney King Ready to Take on Opponents in Much-Anticipated Boxing Event

Jose Canseco is ready to silence one of his critics—the hard way. Meanwhile, Rodney King isn’t turning the other cheek this time. Former baseball star Canseco, a slugger at the plate, is now a slugger with his...

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Money Mayweather continues to lose fans

There is no doubt Floyd "Money" Mayweather has a tremendous amount of talent and charisma. Although he is one of the most popular fighters in this sport.It seems as if his huge ego has pushed many of his...

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Akondaye Fountain’s Calm Before the Storm Promotions Returns for Second Fight Card

Calm Before the Storm Promotions is the boxing promotional group founded by Two-Time World Title Challenger Akondaye Fountain. Under the direction renowned trainer Ronnie Shields, she is currently the number one ranked...

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Problems For Team Pacquiao

Boxing Scribe Vivek Wallace weighs in on growing tension surrounding Team Pacquiao. With a career defining bout hanging in the balance, will these critical issues be enough to finally tip the scales?

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V8: Pacquiao/Cotto, Roach, Bradley/Peterson, and More!

HBO's Pacquiao/Cotto 24/7 series: (Far From) Reality TV!!! HBO's recent 24/7 series on the pending Pacquiao/Cotto showdown gave the world a glimpse of a few things that some wish they probably hadn't...

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8CountNews Exclusive: Fernando Vargas

8CountNews sat down with the legendary Fernando Vargas. Fernando is promoting a huge card on November 6th featuring Brooklyn New York's Zab “Super” Judah as the main event. The fight will take place at the Palms...

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Simple Solution: Don't Leave it to the judges

The outcry following Saturday night’s Lyoto Machida versus Mauricio “Shogun” Rua UFC 104 main event came in fast and furious after Machida was handed what many deemed and “champion’s...

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UFC 104 Results: Machida vs Shogun

As always, Mauricio Rua was classy, not screaming in outrage or snubbing the media following his five round championship battle against Lyoto Machida Saturday night. This, despite the fact that many felt he had the right...

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MMA VIDEOS

• Holyfield breaks down Pacquiao vs Cotto and MORE!

• Exclusive 8CN Podcast: Glen Johnson

• Floyd Mayweather Sr blasts Pacquiao, Roach, and Mosley! Stands firm on steroid beliefs

• Exclusive 8CN Podcast: Allan Green

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Cotto/Pacquiao (Fair Play)

Can Cotto Defeat Pacquiao and Lose On A 'Wild-Card'? Vivek Wallace weighs in on this controversial...

Exclusive 8CN Video Interview: Chazz Witherspoon

8CountNews caught up with heavyweight contender Chazz Witherspoon minutes after his impressive 2nd...

Exclusive 8CN Video Interview: Anthony Peterson

8CountNews ran into the number 1 ranked lightweight in the world, Anthony Peterson tonight and got...

8CN Exclusive Video Interview: Lenroy Thomas

8CountNews caught up with rising heavyweight Lenroy Thomas moments after his impressive victory...

Exclusive 8CountNews Video Interview: Danny Green

8CountNews caught up with light heavyweight world champion, and now IBO cruiserweight world...

8CN Exclusive video interviews: Minto vs Holmes

8countnews.com is on location in Butler PA for the NABO heavyweight title fight between Brian...

Roger Mayweather Arrested. Breaking video!

Las Vegas Police Department confirms that famed Boxing trainer Roger Mayweather was arrested...

Boxing Scribe Vivek Wallace Weighs In On Pacquiao/Cotto

8CN's Vivek Wallace talks about the potential bout with Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto.

8CN Exclusive Interview: Cornelius Lock

8CountNews' Sabrina Montez caught up with Cornelius Lock and got his thoughts on his big upcoming...

Exclusive Video Interview with Ishe Smith

8CountNews' Sabrina Montez sat down with Ishe Smith, and got his thoughts on his future in...

Ronnie Shields talk to 8CN!

8CountNews caught up with cruiserweight contender Adam "Swamp Donkey" Richards, and his trainer,...