Erik Morales and Marcos Maidana weighed in today at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for tomorrow night’s boxing bout titled “Action Heroes” on HBO PPV. Full weights: Erik Morales 140 vs. Marcos Maidana 140 Michael Katsidis 134 vs. Robert Guerrero 134 James Kirkland 158 vs. Nobuhiro Ishida 158 Paulie Malignaggi 147 vs. Jose Miguel [...]
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“Canelo” Alvarez Predicts Erik Morales To Win
Undefeated Mexican phenom Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (36-0-1, 26 KOs) is coming out swinging, this time on the side of countryman Erik “El Terrible” Morales (51-6, 35 KO’s). Alvarezis convincedthat thelegendary Six-Time and Three-Division World Champion Morales will be victorious when he steps into the ring against former World Champion Marcos “El Chino” Maidana (29-2, 27 [...]
Oscar De La Hoya believes Erik Morales Will Beat Marcos Maidana, Should You Believe Him?
Come April 9th at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada we will see a future hall of famer take on a a dangerous all out brawler in a fight titled “Action Heroes.” The event put on by Golden Boy Promotions marks the return of the legendary Erik Morales to PPV in a effort to [...]
Morales, Maidana, Katsidis & Guerrero-Training Camp Notes-Week 4
We once again checked in with the main eventers of the upcoming April 9th HBO card featuring Erik Morales vs. Marcos Maidana and Michael Katsidis vs. Robert Guerrero. The card had extra firepower added to it as James “Mandingo Warrior” Kirkland will take on Nobuhiro Ishida and Paulie “Magic Man” Malignaggi will face Jose Miguel [...]
Morales “I Have Better Technique Than Maidana”
Erik Morales and Marcos Maidana took part in a international teleconference media call hyping their upcoming bout April 9th at the MGM Grand In Las Vegas, NV. Both Morales and Maidana answered questions regarding the fight. In particular, Morales defended he decision to take the bout in the first place. “People have to remember that [...]
Training Camp Notes: Erik Morales & Marcos Maidana
With their April 9th showdown on the horizon, Erik Morales and Marcos Maidana are letting us in our their workout and diet routines as camps begin to wind down before their ascent to Las Vegas. Morales on diet and training: Erik “El Terrible” Morales’ grueling training schedule, which takes place nearly 9,500 feet above sea [...]
Paulie Malignaggi vs. Jose Miguel Cotto On Morales/Maidana Undercard
Former Junior Welterweight World Champion Paulie “Magic Man” Malignaggi will step back onto the big stage against Puerto Rico’s Jose Miguel Cotto in a 10-round welterweight fight on Saturday, April 9, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nev., on the “Action Heroes” HBO Pay-Per-View event. “We promised to deliver the best fights [...]
Training Camp Notes: Marcos Maidana
Marcos Maidana is set to face one of Mexico’s biggest boxing stars in Erik Morales. He has begun camp in Mexico City for the first time in his career but has also teamed with veteran trainer Rudy Perez, who knows a thing or two about defeating Erik Morales. Perez successfully trained Marco Antonio Barrera to [...]
Training Camp Notes: Erik Morales
On April 9 Mexican boxing legend Erik “El Terrible” Morales will face his most dangerous opponent in recent memory, Marcos “El Chino” Maidana in a HBO PPV clash. Morales shares his training camp notes with us to get a sneak peak on how he is preparing for his return to the big stage on PPV. [...]
Morales, Maidana Speak Out On Bout
Golden Boy promotions held the official press conference for “Action Heroes” which will feature Erik Morales vs. Marcos Maidana on April 9th. The main fighter were on hand in Los Angeles today as they commented on their upcoming bouts. ERIK MORALES, Five-Time & Three-Division World Champion: “I’m back because I want to be back and [...]
Morales vs. Maidana Announced For April 9
In what promises to be an explosive night of fights featuring six all-action boxing heroes, on Saturday, April 9 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, five-time and three-division World Champion Erik “El Terrible” Morales (51-6, 35 KOs) returns to face power-punching Argentinean Marcos “El Chino” Maidana (29-2, 27 KOs). Former Undisputed [...]
Marcos Maidana spilts with Miguel Diaz; Confrims Morales Fight
Some big news coming in from Marcos Maidana’s camp. The fighter confirmed today that he will indeed be fighting Mexican legend Erik Morales on April 9th at the MGM Grand hotel. “I’m very excited to fight again in Las Vegas and I’m excited to face a warrior like Erik Morales. No matter what some people [...]
Morales vs. Marquez Update
There are rumors going around that the fight bout between Erik “El Terrible” Morales and Juan Manuel Marquez will not move forward. The proposed bout was originally scheduled for April 9 in Las Vegas. Multiple sources report that Marquez never signed or received a contract for the fight. To add to this Marquez is in [...]
Morales comments on Marquez snub
Mexican boxing legend Erik Morales has openly commented on Juan Manuel Marquez‘s decision to snub a proposed April bout between the two: “My compatriot Juan Manuel Marquez is deciding if he’ll fight me or not because I made proposals to Amir Khan and Andre Berto, two current world champions and perhaps they’ll offer more money [...]
Morales edges Lorenzo on points in a close fight
Mexican legend Erik “Terrible” Morales (51-6, 35 KOs) won a unanimous decision over late replacement Francisco Lorenzo (35-9, 16KOs) Saturday night at the Estadio Caliente in Tijuana, BC, Mexico. It was not one of Morales best performances though, as Lorenzo was the aggressor for the majority of the fight walking through Morales power punches. For [...]
Morlaes and Lorenzo make weight
All fighters made weight for Saturday’s boxing card in Tijuana, Mexico. Mexican legend Erik Morales who if successful tomorrow night has made it clear he would want a match with Juan Manuel Marquez. Morales vs. Lorenzo will be live, tonight from Caliente Estadio in Tijuana, Mexico. Full card below: Erik Morales (139.7) vs. Francisco Lorenzo [...]
Morales and Lorenzo talk fight
In anticipation for this weekends fight Mexican ring legend Erik “Terrible” Morales and Dominican Francisco “El Ahogado” Lorenzo held a press conference in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. The two fight this weekend in Tijuana. “He’s a very experienced opponent who has fought good fighters and it’s guaranteed to be a great show for the fans [...]
If Morales gets through Barrios, he wants Marquez next
The three-time world champion Erik “Terrible” Morales isn’t worried by his new opponent Francisco Lorenzo. “I’ve trained hard for this date,” he said. “I acknowledge that Lorenzo is strong and has great experience, but my boxing career will make the difference that night.” Boxing experts and fans expect that Lorenzo will be a great test [...]
Morales continues comeback trail
With a handful of Aztec warriors chasing four titles in as many divisions in a quest to be the first Mexican born boxer to earn the honor, one that has more than a fighting chance is Erik “Terrible” Morales. After failing to capture the WBC lightweight title against David Diaz back in ’07, Morales took [...]
Morales get 50th win, KO’s Limond
Erik Morales had a perfect homecoming as the Mexican legend made a triumphant return at The Monumental Plaza de Toros in Mexico City knocking out Willie Limond in the sixth round via knock out. The last fighter to beat current pound for pound best boxer in the world Manny Pacquiao. Morales dropped the Scotsman three [...]