#southpaw records

[orcboxer]

cassette beasts good

monster design is pretty good (some absolute bangers and some misses but overall good) (besides there's the law of creature collection games which is "there needs to be some uggos" so it works)

type matchups are unique and intuitive. love the depth they added with the type-based status effects.

I like how you get overworld abilities by "recording" certain monsters. actually does a better job encouraging you to catch em all than pokemon's HM system

the whole recording mechanic itself plays really well. i love how you can affect the chances of success. much more fun than "throw pokeballs until it sticks"

i like the stickers, and there are some really fun synergistic movesets

Southpaw

[sonicjustbecause]

All games and media were Shadow was intentionally shown to be left handed.

Shadow the Hedgehog 2005

The most obvious/noticeable. Body language, rest postures and handling of objects. I love the fact that SEGA realize that being left handed is not just about handling things with your left. Is doing virtually everything mirrored. It suits Shadow since his name also does means 'Reflection of (...)'.

Next to a right handed Black Arm.

Shadow the Hedgehog 2005 art

Trypod baby JP advertisement

Shadow follows the rythm of music finger snapping with his left. He also flies with his left arm forward.

Sonic 2006

Just a few spontaneous gestures. Those are the slowest, some are so quick is hard to record them.

Body language and handling. Interesting, the sceptre he uses to seal Mephiles almost looks like a pen. This suggests that Shadow, as a full left handed is also (of course) supposed to write with his left.

The most telling...

Sonic free riders

Shadow tends to keep a goofy stance (it is a southpaw stance).

Shadow Dark Beginnings

The whole fight against the GUN soldier and the rescue part.

Rockstar Shadow

(This also settles that Infinite is right handed)

Super Shadow in Sonic Speed Simulator.

Infinite scar is also very telling. I've read that a scar done by somebody else must tell if the offender is a righty or a lefty.

[nekrosmos]

im tired and bored so here are more nikolai boxer thoughts.

record? 31-0-1. hes still pissy about that one draw. clearly a win for him.

weight class? either heavyweight or cruiserweight, i cant decide.

i like to think its something he took a while to get into. hes always thought, always been a good fighter, never… applied the talent before. but moving and being unable to lqnd an actual job (as i imagine he has something of a criminal record), he started doing amateur fights for the money. got picked up, and, long story short, here he is.

definitely a southpaw. ive explained why elsewhere but ill go over it briefly again. essentially we hated left handed people, tried to beat the trait out of them, and i like to think after leaving russia due to other moral issues its something hes slowly reclaimed. but he can switch to orthodox when needs be.

he never really came out. people try and do interviews with him asking what it is to be a gay fighter, and i think he turns them down. he doesnt need to be some object; theres more to him than his sexuality and he makes damn sure people know that.

at weigh-ins, i think he struggles a bit. its a moment of vulnerability of a different kind, and its hard to try and maintain the same energy when you're stood in the cold on a set of scales in front of thousands that you can maintain when you actually have control of a situation. i imagine price walks him up there to help ease that.

price has a habit of trying to get him ‘easy’ fights, something he doesnt even realise he’s doing half the time, because he cant quite bear the thought of losing him in the ring.

but a lifetime of memorising the other man’s passwords when he forgets them has led nik to argue with him over this whenever he finds out.

thats. all. thanks for coming to my ted talk.

and! no worries on the not being so active. life comes first, innit. dont worry about it.

ANON your thoughts are absolutely delicious. Him getting into those fights because of his criminal record is so good, you know he'd make good money out of it too. Maybe he started in more underground fights before Price found him and got him into more official stuff.

Price saw him fight once (1) and he fell in love he saw his potential, and what to improve. Nikolai is a beast, but he's punching like he's got something to prove, maybe that comes at the cost of some control.

The weighs-in, oof. Nikolai is a confident man, but even he has his demons. Price worships his body, every bit of it, even the stretch marks, the blemishes, everything. He's by his side when it happens and Nik knows that.

And the easy fight? 1000%. That is such a Price thing to do, even if he doesn't realize it. It's his way of keeping control of the situation, keeping Nik safe, even if Nikolai doesn't need it. The fear of losing him man..........

Absolutely love your brain anon, this is such a good AU owo

[theanticool]

Dricus du Plessis takes UD over Sean Strickland to defend MW title.

For the record, can't stand either one of these guys so my interest (or lack thereof) was based around how this fight would play out. And I figured it play out a lot like the first fight, which was dull. But I banked on one key difference - DDP is actually a smart fighter. He will adapt, gameplan, and try new ideas.

DDP came out with a lot of new ideas that panned out well for him in this fight. He was countering Strickland's offense early. The jab was getting followed back with big overhand rights and awkward hooks from DDP. He was kicking Strickland to the leg after he would go for those front kicks. He'd go southpaw and just throw that question mark kick over the rear hand of Strickland or literally leap into a jab before shifting through for the big 2.

Do not like either guy but happy DDP wins cause at least he isn't boring.

[kasperl-ruprecht]

It's now been a year since my sister passed away. This past week Camp About Face held a... Melmorial for her down at Bradford Woods in Indiana.

More after the break but I think I've gotten closure since then. That and I think for the next few years I'm going to paint up a full Star in her honor. I finished the Hammerhead last year and this year, a Stormcrow TC/K. We'll see how things go from here.

So it has been one year to the day now that we held her funeral. I suppose it's true what they say. There'll always be a hole where someone leaves when they're gone but in time you'll grow around it. There will always be that random instant where you get slammed full force with and emotional brick of sorrow but in time you learn to at least move with the blow instead of against it. I won't have as much as much to write down this time around.

Riley's Children Hospital and Camp About Face decided to commemorate my sisters time here with a park bench. We haven't quite hammered down where it will end up there but we're leaning towards the Memory Garden.

She was very fond of this place. Not just the Memory Garden but the whole camp. I felt a peace there I hadn't felt in a while.

I'm glad I finally got down there to see it. It was always just kind of Mel's space for years. Apparently while things were starting to go bad during the end she would relate to my Father about her times there, the switchback trails, and the woods. I feel it matched up with what she told him. I'll miss her.

As strange as a tribute as this sounds, I have decided to paint up a Star of Mechs in the colors she chose for the Hammerhead.

Probably a bit weird, a bit touched in the head but hey, it's how my strange little mind works.

So I chose a Stormcrow TC/K for her second Mech. Specifically the Premium version from Catalyst. This particular release has had a bit of infamy as they somehow managed to invert the arms, turn it into a southpaw. This works nicely for me as my sister was left handed. Seems fitting.

I'm particularly proud on how it turned out. I used almost the same paints as last time of course, along with my usual fixation on glow in the dark pop. Although the basing is somewhat of a flourish. Earlier this year we went down to San Diego to visit family and the beach where we scattered some her cremains to the Pacific. So yeah I took some of the sand from the beach and used it as basing for the hex, along with a tuft of tundra grass from green stuff world and a bit of glow in the dark support from a FDM 3D printer. I have also took sond sand from the beach in Bradford Woods to use for the next Mech in the Star. Anyone know of some other southpaw Mechs?

Going from morbid to slightly less morbid, or at least a different kind of morbid. I know I'll never forget my sister and will always have her in the back of my head but she wouldn't want me to dwell on her passing any long than I have to. To quote her exactly, "Get over it". She'd also roll her eyes in the way only she could do. So I will endeavor to continue onward.

We have started going through some her personal odds, ends, journals, and recordings from over the years so I'll leave you all with a note she got from a friend on her birthday a few years back.

P.S.- here's a direct link to when she first passed away and me completing her Hammerhead.

[yourlocaltrashpandaxoxo]

Punch Out Women's Bracket OCs! (Special Circuit)

The boys had their turn so now it's time for the girls! They're back and better than ever! Names: Nessie Twins/Moira and Fiona McNessie Ages: 30 (both) Heights: 6'6 (Moira) and 6'5 (Fiona) Weights: 164lbs (Moira) and 162lbs (Fiona) Nationalities: Scottish (both) Position: #4 Special Circuit Record: 20-14 (16 KO) Stances: Southpaw (Moira) and Orthodox (Fiona) "A pair of brutish twins hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, these two have an illegal tag-team trick in the ring that earned them a place so high up the bracket. The WVBA haven't bothered to intervein with this as it brings a larger audience, albeit an audience that likes to boo the twins for their boorish personalities and antics. They don't care, though, as they just smugly tell the fans to 'kiss their fat hairy arses'. Charming..."

Name: Jubilee Justice/Giselle Aurora-Belle Felicity Lockridge Age: 28 Height: 5'8 Weight: 131lbs Nationality: British-French Position: #3 Special Circuit Record: 15-8 (10 KO) Stance: Orthodox (Right-Handed) "Giselle may appear to be your average fairytale princess at first glance but do not be fooled by that gorgeous white gown and innocent blue eyes. For, when she steps into the ring, she strips herself of her fancy attire and into an elegant but optimal fighting outfit as her boxing persona, Jubilee Justice! Her parents hate that their little lady loves such a rough and tumble sport but she couldn't give a stuff what they think. Her older sister, however, is very supportive of her and gets most of the castle staff to cheer her on" Name: Nile Blossom/Cleo Jamila Omorose Age: 22 Height: 5'7 Weight: 126lbs Nationality: Egyptian Position: #2 Special Circuit Record: 20-14 (14 KO) Stance: Orthodox (Right-Handed) "A captivating young heiress from a wealthy Egyptian family, Cleo may appear to be a sweet young lady but that's just part of her game plan when she's in the ring. She bears a stunning flower on her head that produces a sweet-smelling pheromone that lowers the guard of anyone who inhales it. When her opponent is blissed out and unaware of what goes on, she strikes them like the thorns of a beautiful rose" Name: Celestia Age: ??? Height: ??? Weight: ??? Nationality: ??? Position: #1 Special Circuit Record: 24-8 (18 KO) Stance: Southpaw (Left-Handed) "Nobody can get a read on this unusual lady. Nobody knows where she's from, how old she is, if she's even a human or not... All of it is shrouded in a thick coat of mystery. People can figure out one thing, though, and that's that this lady bears some out of this world psychic powers that she isn't afraid of using during matches. She's intimidating to most but children to see something of a motherly figure inside of her." Name: Creep Queen/Jasmine Black Age: 28 Height: 7'2 Weight: 224lbs Nationality: ??? Position: Special Circuit Champion/Champion of the WVBA Record: 30-2 (26 KO) Stance: Orthodox (Right-Handed) "A hulking beast of a woman who stands laughing proudly at the top of the list, Jasmine pridefully holds onto the title of the WVBA's female champion and won't bow down to anybody else, no matter their status or name. She's a spiteful brute who prefers to let her fists do the talking when someone's pissing her off and makes sure her creepy little brother, Grimm, gets his way. However, this personality seems to have been made by a very difficult and abusive childhood..."

[lboogie1906]

Leon Spinks (July 11, 1953 - February 5, 2021) was a former boxer who competed from 1977 to 1995. In only his eighth professional fight, he won the undisputed heavyweight championship in 1978 after defeating Muhammad Ali in a split decision, in what was considered one of the biggest upsets in boxing history. He was stripped of the WBC title for facing Ali in an unapproved rematch seven months later, which he lost by unanimous decision.

He gained notoriety for the disaster which befell his career following the loss to Ali. He did challenge once more for the WBC heavyweight title in 1981, and the WBA cruiserweight title in 1986.

As an amateur, he won numerous medals in the light heavyweight division. The first was bronze at the inaugural 1974 World Championships, followed by silver at the 1975 Pan American Games, and gold at the 1976 Summer Olympics; the latter was alongside his brother Michael Spinks, who won middleweight gold. He served in the USMC.

He had a brief career as a professional wrestler, working for Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling and holding the FMW Brass Knuckles Heavyweight Championship.

He was born and raised in St. Louis. He was married to Brenda. His son, Cory Spinks, held the undisputed welterweight title and was the IBF junior middleweight champion twice. His other son, Leon Calvin, was shot to death in East St. Louis as he was driving home from his girlfriend’s house. He was an aspiring light heavyweight pro boxer with a record of 2–0, with the two pro bouts occurring only a month before he died. His grandson and Calvin’s son, Leon Spinks III, is an aspiring light heavyweight southpaw boxer with a pro record of 11–3–1 with seven knockouts. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

[det-loki]

Hi Star ✨💛

I'm back on duty and I'm here to tickle the collective fandom brain.

With Presumed Innocent coming out soon (aaaah), I would just like to hear all your thoughts on Rusty. 

Is he guilty? If so, would we still do unholy things with him (duh, obviously)? Or is he just an innocent little guy and only guilty of cheating and murdering pussy? He obviously likes being choked and I'm not complaining. What else might he like? Is he a pancakes or bacon/scrambled egg breakfast kinda guy? He does need his protein tho, for several reasons... 👀

Please let me/us know all your thoughts and hopes for the new show and the character we're blessed with this summer, thank youuuu.

Paying my Rusty tax for inspiration ✨

hi Daphne! You have no idea how happy I am to see you!! 🫶🏻💓

First, I am so unbelievably excited about presumed innocent!! It looks soooo good and I love crime/mystery/angst (im a broken record)

Roadhouse was fun but Presumed Innocent is much more my cup of tea. This looks to be a...spicy...tea 👀

I so wish I would've recorded my reaction to the trailer bc oh my goodness!!! I had flash backs to southpaw and rachel doing the thumb thing, and then jake explaining that scene on howard stern. (I can't find the clip but I'm 90% sure it was howard stern. either that or that one radio interview from the southpaw press run. anyway!)

Rusty. Now, I think he's innocent bc my silly little brain is like yeah, obvious choice is to make me think he's guilty so therfore I think he's innocent. And it's Jake's face. He's innocent. Now watch me be wrong.

Rusty appears to be a family man. Family man, full breakfast. I'll serve him the full continental breakfast if he wants, baby whaever you want. Eggs, pancakes, bacon, fruit, yogurt, muffins, the whole thing. I've got time for you!

Spicy scenes! Spicy! Hot! Oh my god! Have we been in a spicy/intimate scene drought with Jake characters? I think yes. Obviously I love the depth, mystery and drama so much more, but we deserve the spice as a treat. Those scenes seem so...intense? I'm feeling very much a power imbalance but it's always changing between rusty and carolyn. that's just what I've taken away simply from the intimate scenes, I'm sure it will very much evolve and change once we know more.

I'm just so so excited for this show. Again, I love the dark vibes, I love murder mystery and it's been a while since I've watched a show/film that's scratched that itch. I love jake in particular in these kinds of roles. Ahhh!!!!

(Thank you for the rusty tax, so appreciated 👀🫠)

[krispyweiss]

Los Lobos at Midland Theatre, Newark, Ohio, July 14, 2023

Fifty years into their career, Los Lobos are still David Hidlago, Louie Pérez, Conrad Lozano, Cesar Rosas and Steve Berlin.

And they are still, on any given night, the best live band in America.*

On July 14 at Newark, Ohio’s, Midland Theatre, the band made the case again and again across a 100-minute set whose 22 songs spanned their recording career from 1984’s “Will the Wolf Survive” through tracks from 2021’s Native Sons (the grinding, 1950’s rock ’n’ roll of “Flat Top Joint” being the highlight) with covers of the Grateful Dead, Neil Young and, of course, Ritchie Valens thrown in for good measure.

Berlin - who played keys, woodwinds and percussion - joined in 1982. Hidalgo (guitar, accordion), Pérez (guitar, jarana, drums), Lozano (bass) and Rosas (southpaw guitar) - have been around since 1973. And with touring drummer Alfredo Ortiz finding his place since joining in 2021, the band is as tight as only a group of musicians who’ve played together for so long can be.

They came out hot, with Hidalgo singing the jangly “One Time, One Night,” followed by Rosas on the bluesy “Wicked Rain.” And it was immediately clear that though their hair is whiter and thinner and Lozano spends a portion of the show seated on his amp, Los Lobos are having as much fun as ever as the Wolves smiled at one another, interacted with the crowd of what Rosas calls “music lovers,” and cued solos with eye contact and the swiping of arms.

So it went that a funked-up version of the Dead’s “West L.A. Fadeaway” included an electrifying interlude of solos that moved from Hidalgo and Pérez’s guitars to Berlin’s baritone saxophone and back to Rosas’ grimy axe. Hidalgo sung this one - which Rosas dedicated to “all of Jerry’s kids” - along with the audience-singalong “Not Fade Away” -> “Bertha” which came later and found Hidalgo and Pérez playing in six-string harmony a la the Allman Brothers.

While “La Bamba,” as is usually the case, came last (with the Rascals’ “Good Lovin’” slipped inside), the Wolves had previously nodded to their platinum era with an exhilarating reading of Valens’ “Come On, Let’s Go” that kept the half-full house, much of which was on its feet for “Chuco’s Cumbia,” dancing like no one was watching.

Hidalgo, whose high tenor remains virtually unchanged, strapped on the squeezebox for a sinewy and spooky rendition of “Kiko and the Lavender Moon,” sung in harmony with Rosas. And then, as the band looked back to their days playing weddings in East Los Angeles, Pérez took his old place behind the kit for a bit of Spanish polka.

There was a jazzy break - and an opportunity for Berlin to really work the baritone sax - amid a chunky reading of “The Neighborhood” as the band and audience sung together: Thank you lord for another day, help my brother along his way/please bring peace to the neighborhood.

And Lobos meant it.

Returning for the encore, Hidalgo and Pérez, who turned in a blazing guitar solo, sung Young’s “Cinnamon Girl” together to fill a fan’s request. And when the aforementioned “La Bamba” ended, Lozano flashed a peace sign as he stopped to the mic to give the audience the band’s parting message:

“Be safe.”

*Los Lobos were so good last night, Sound Bites is heading to Lakeside for tonight’s gig.

Grade card: Los Lobos at Midland Theatre - 7/14/23 - A+

See more photos on Sound Bites’ Facebook page.

7/15/23

[kworldsportsnews]

Transatlantic Collision: U.S. and U.K. Heavyweights Set the Global Stage Ablaze This Weekend

Boxing fans, clear your calendars. This weekend is shaping up to be a heavyweight spectacle with two pivotal U.S. vs U.K. matchups commanding the spotlight from Las Vegas to Manchester. While each fight tells a different story — one about a rising star, the other about legacy and survival — they both carry enormous weight for the future of the division.

Let’s dive into what promises to be one of the most action-packed weekends of the boxing calendar.

Las Vegas Spotlight: Richard Torrez Jr. Faces a Defining Moment

American heavyweight prospect Richard Torrez Jr. is stepping up in a major way. After storming to a 12-0 record with 11 knockouts, the 25-year-old Olympic silver medalist is finally meeting a seasoned threat in Italian bruiser Guido Vianello.

Vianello, himself a former Olympian, has flown under the radar for years — until last year’s shocking upset of Arslanbek Makhmudov changed everything. At 13-2-1 with 11 KOs, Vianello’s not just a gatekeeper. He’s a live underdog with a chip on his shoulder and a habit of turning heads.

For Torrez, this is where hype meets reality. A dominant win will accelerate his rise. A stumble? It could be a major detour in what many hope is a championship trajectory.

Vegas Undercard: Prospects, Power, and Pressure

This card is more than just a main event.

Lindolfo Delgado (22-0, 16 KOs) faces his toughest test yet in Elvis Rodriguez (17-1-1, 13 KOs), a slick southpaw looking to reassert his status as a future contender. This junior welterweight clash is pure firepower vs finesse.

Meanwhile, Abdullah Mason returns to the ring after a dramatic 2023, where he was dropped twice before roaring back with a knockout win. Mason (17-0, 15 KOs) battles veteran Carlos Ornelas, who hasn't fought in over a year but carries the kind of experience that can make life difficult for a young lion.

Also on the bill: Art Barrera (7-0), Albert Gonzalez (12-0), Steven Navarro (5-0), Jahi Tucker (13-1-1), and DJ Zamora (15-0) — each aiming to extend their unbeaten runs and carve out their spot in a crowded division.

Manchester Mayhem: Joyce and Hrgovic in a Do-Or-Die Duel

Over in the U.K., the mood is far more desperate. Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic aren’t climbing the ladder — they’re clinging to it.

Joyce, once hailed as a future world champ, has looked like a shell of his former self after back-to-back brutal losses to Zhilei Zhang and a deflating defeat to Derek Chisora. At 39, he’s staring down retirement if things go south again.

Hrgovic, 32, is also feeling the pressure. Once seen as a title threat, he’s been trying to recover from a controversial win over Zhang and a disappointing stoppage loss to Daniel Dubois. A convincing win here would shoot him right back into the world title mix.

This isn’t about belts or rankings. It’s about pride, survival, and staying relevant in a division that doesn’t wait around.

Manchester Undercard: Comebacks and Crossroads

David Adeleye (13-1, 12 KOs) hopes to rebound from his lone loss when he faces tough customer Jeamie Tshikeva (8-1, 5 KOs). Adeleye still carries big expectations, but Tshikeva has the raw power to test his mettle.

Meanwhile, a classic “someone’s 0 must go” showdown is on deck as unbeaten Brits Jack Rafferty (25-0) and Cory O'Regan (14-0) clash in a junior welterweight bout that should deliver fireworks.

Kazakhstan Returns to the Spotlight: Janibek Headlines at Home

Back on home turf for the first time in years, unified middleweight champion Janibek Alimkhanuly is set to defend his WBO and IBF titles in front of a proud Kazakh crowd. Undefeated challenger Anauel Ngamissengue (14-0) brings a slick, elusive style and a recent upset win over Fiodor Czerkaszyn — but Janibek remains a heavy favorite.

Also featured are several rising Central Asian stars, including Olympic gold medalist Bakhodir Jalolov, Sultan Zaurbek, and Batyrzhan Jukembayev, all looking to showcase the region’s deep boxing talent pool.

Down Under and East Coast Vibes

Tim Tszyu, Australia’s fallen star, is back in action after a punishing 2024 that saw him lose his title and suffer a knockout loss. Now 24-2, he squares off against Joey Spencer (19-1), a hungry American prospect eager to use Tszyu’s name to elevate his own.

Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, Ricardo Salas (20-2-2) takes on Kent Cruz (17-1-3) in what promises to be a gritty welterweight affair. Rounding out the ProBoxTV card: Mykquan Williams vs. Antonio Moran and Jonathan Lopez vs. Rene Alvarado — both intriguing matchups that pit youth against experience.

Final Bell: What This Weekend Really Means

More than just wins and losses, this weekend is about moments of truth.

Can Richard Torrez Jr. prove he’s more than just a prospect with potential? Will Joe Joyce’s granite chin hold up one last time? Can Hrgovic reclaim his path to a title? And is there any magic left in Tim Tszyu’s once-promising career?

From Vegas to Manchester, Kazakhstan to Australia — this is one of those rare weekends when boxing feels truly global again.

Grab your remote. Get your snacks. Forget sleep. The bell is about to ring.

Source: Heavyweight US vs UK

[nosmokesport]

Purse Bid Battle Set for Yafai vs. Rodriguez on March 25

The highly anticipated clash between British standout Galal Yafai and Mexican warrior Francisco ��Chihuas’ Rodriguez for the WBC interim flyweight title is now heading to a purse bid. With negotiations hitting a dead end, the World Boxing Council (WBC) has scheduled a final bid hearing for March 25, where promoters will compete to secure the rights to stage this thrilling matchup.

Negotiations Stall, Forcing a Purse Bid

Despite high expectations for an easy agreement, discussions between Matchroom Boxing (representing Yafai) and the promotional duo of No Boxing, No Life and MP Promotions (handling Rodriguez) failed to produce a deal. With time running out, the WBC stepped in, setting a purse bid deadline that will decide the fight’s location and promoter.

Although there’s still an outside chance both camps could reach a last-minute agreement before the bid, the odds remain slim. As it stands, promoters will need to outbid each other to secure this important bout.

Galal Yafai: The Unbeaten Star on the Rise

Yafai, a 32-year-old southpaw from the UK, has quickly established himself as a dominant force in the flyweight division. With an unbeaten record of 9-0, including seven knockouts, he has made a seamless transition from his gold-medal-winning Olympic career to the professional ranks.

His most notable win came in November 2024, when he delivered a spectacular sixth-round stoppage against former IBF champion Sunny Edwards in Birmingham. That victory secured Yafai the WBC interim title, setting him up for this upcoming challenge against Rodriguez. Now, he aims to defend his belt and solidify his claim as one of the top fighters at 112 pounds.

Francisco Rodriguez: The Experienced Contender

Rodriguez, also 32, brings a wealth of experience to this showdown. The former unified IBF and WBO strawweight champion holds a strong record of 39 wins, six losses, and one draw, with 27 of those victories coming by knockout.

After bouncing back from a loss to Junto Nakatani in 2022, Rodriguez earned his position as the WBC’s mandatory challenger following a dominant win over Joel Cordova in January 2023. While his most recent fight—an eight-round bout against Josue Morales in December 2024—was later ruled a no-decision, his spot as a top contender remains secure. He now has another shot at championship glory, and a win over Yafai would be a major statement.

How the Flyweight Division is Shaping Up

This fight carries significant stakes, as the future of the WBC flyweight title remains uncertain. Current full champion Kenshiro Teraji recently unified titles with Seigo Yuri Akui in an electrifying showdown on March 13, 2025. With Teraji contemplating a move up to the super flyweight division, the Yafai-Rodriguez winner could soon be upgraded to full WBC champion if Teraji vacates his belt.

Should Teraji decide to stay at 112 pounds, the winner of this bout will likely earn a shot at him later in the year, making this a must-win fight for both Yafai and Rodriguez.

Where Will the Fight Take Place

The outcome of the March 25 purse bid will determine the fight’s location and promotional backing. If a major player like Matchroom or MP Promotions wins the bid, the fight could take place in England, Mexico, or even the United States.

Both fighters are coming into this fight with something to prove—Yafai looking to establish himself as a dominant force in the division, and Rodriguez aiming to reclaim championship status. With so much on the line, this matchup promises fireworks, and boxing fans won’t want to miss it.

Source: Yafai vs Rodriguez

[casinoxbetting]

Abhishek sharma's blunt take on competition with jaiswal, gill after history 135

After Firing a record-breaking ton in the fifth t20i at the wankhede stadium, Abhishek sharma downplayed the competition for the opening slot between Him, Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal. With gill and jaiswal being coooped up in the Odi and Test Formats, Abhishek has been the preferred candidate for the opening slot. After an underwhelming run in south Africa, the young southpaw made the…

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[ad_1] Abhishek smashed his best score for India in the fifth T20I against England. (PC: X.com) Abhishek Sharma credited Suryakumar Yadav for helping him achieve his highest score for India on a night where he hammered 13 sixes and seven fours en-route to a record-breaking 135-run knock.   In Mumbai, it was one of those nights where everything Abhishek touched turned into gold, with the ball soaring over the ropes at will. As he neared his second T20I century, skipper Suryakumar—despite his own struggles with form—offered reassurance, advising the young southpaw to take his time and play a few extra deliveries. “I didn’t even know what my score was,”said Abhishek. “That was the time, I asked Surya and he said, the wicket has just fallen, so you can take one or two balls’, that really helped me and because of him, I could score this hundred.” Not only did Abhishek dismantle England’s bowling attack on his way to a scintillating century, but he also made an impact with the ball, taking two wickets in the only over he bowled, sealing a complete all-round performance.   “These kinds of matches come rarely in a player’s life,” Abhishek reflected. “It’s the result of the hard work I’ve put in during practice, along with the support from my coaches and captain when I wasn’t scoring runs. I always believed that if my day came, I would play an innings like this.”   A key influence in Abhishek’s evolution as a batter has been the legendary Brian Lara, who mentored him at Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2022. Lara, known for his attacking flair, instilled the same confidence in the young left-hander.   “Brian Lara told me, ‘play your shots but make sure you don’t get out’. From then on, I decided to back my instincts, whether it was the first or second ball,” revealed Abhishek. “I chose my approach and believed in it, whether playing for Punjab, in franchise cricket, or now for India—this moment is truly special.”   Another important figure in Abhishek’s journey has been Yuvraj Singh, who has tirelessly worked with him behind the scenes. The youngster has often spoken about the immense support and guidance he has received from the Indian great.   “Yuvi Paaji was the first to believe in me. He always told me I would win games for India,” Abhishek shared. “I talk to him after every game. He’s the one person I always listen to.” The post Abhishek Credits Suryakumar Yadav for Career-Best Knock Against England appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Abhishek smashed his best score for India in the fifth T20I against England. (PC: X.com) Abhishek Sharma credited Suryakumar Yadav for helping him achieve his highest score for India on a night where he hammered 13 sixes and seven fours en-route to a record-breaking 135-run knock.   In Mumbai, it was one of those nights where everything Abhishek touched turned into gold, with the ball soaring over the ropes at will. As he neared his second T20I century, skipper Suryakumar—despite his own struggles with form—offered reassurance, advising the young southpaw to take his time and play a few extra deliveries. “I didn’t even know what my score was,”said Abhishek. “That was the time, I asked Surya and he said, the wicket has just fallen, so you can take one or two balls’, that really helped me and because of him, I could score this hundred.” Not only did Abhishek dismantle England’s bowling attack on his way to a scintillating century, but he also made an impact with the ball, taking two wickets in the only over he bowled, sealing a complete all-round performance.   “These kinds of matches come rarely in a player’s life,” Abhishek reflected. “It’s the result of the hard work I’ve put in during practice, along with the support from my coaches and captain when I wasn’t scoring runs. I always believed that if my day came, I would play an innings like this.”   A key influence in Abhishek’s evolution as a batter has been the legendary Brian Lara, who mentored him at Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2022. Lara, known for his attacking flair, instilled the same confidence in the young left-hander.   “Brian Lara told me, ‘play your shots but make sure you don’t get out’. From then on, I decided to back my instincts, whether it was the first or second ball,” revealed Abhishek. “I chose my approach and believed in it, whether playing for Punjab, in franchise cricket, or now for India—this moment is truly special.”   Another important figure in Abhishek’s journey has been Yuvraj Singh, who has tirelessly worked with him behind the scenes. The youngster has often spoken about the immense support and guidance he has received from the Indian great.   “Yuvi Paaji was the first to believe in me. He always told me I would win games for India,” Abhishek shared. “I talk to him after every game. He’s the one person I always listen to.” The post Abhishek Credits Suryakumar Yadav for Career-Best Knock Against England appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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Devdutt Padikkal Destroys Virat Kohli's Record, Demands Spot in Champions Trophy 2025 Squad with Performances

Champions Trophy 2025: Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal has achieved a massive feat in the history of List A cricket. He went past India National Cricket Team batters Ruturaj Gaikwad and Virat Kohli to become the batter with the highest average in the format among the batters with a minimum of 2000 runs.

Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal achieved the feat during the semi-final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 against Haryana on Wednesday (15th January). The match between the two teams took place at the newly built Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara.

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Devdutt Padikkal notched up his 7th consecutive half-century in List-A cricket

Padikkal notched up his 7th consecutive half-century in List-A cricket as he played a magnificent innings to take his team to the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. His innings helped Karnataka chase a total of 238 runs and move one step forward to the final.

Padikkal, who slammed a staggering century in the Quarter Final, played another half-century in the tournament. He played a magnificent knock of 86 runs off 113 balls. The Southpaw batted with a strike rate of around 77 and also slammed 8 fours and 1 six.

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Devdutt Padikkal completes 2000 runs in List A cricket, going past average of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli

With this, Padikkal also completed 2000 runs in List A cricket and what caught the attention of many was the average he completed the milestone with. The left-hander has an average of 82.38, which is the most in the format. He is now ahead of second-placed Ruturaj Gaikwad (58.16) and a few other modern-era greats in Michael Bevan (57.86), Virat Kohli (57.05) and AB de Villiers (53.47).

Padikkal also equalled his streak of seven fifty-plus knocks in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He also achieved the same feat during the 2021-22 season of the tournament. His current scores read: 86, 102, 114, 93*, 70, 117 and 71*

Devdutt Padikkal, who played just one match for India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, has now made his case strong for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The young batter will be fighting for the place of backup opener/ top-order batter with Yashasvi Jaiswal.

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It's a format I enjoy batting in, whenever I come back to bat for Karnataka it's always a pleasure - Devdutt Padikkal

Devdutt Padikkal talked about innings, saying that he enjoys playing List-A cricket. He talked about his partnership with Smaran, saying that it was important for them to take singles. The batter also expressed disappointment about not getting a ton. Speaking after the game, he said:

"It's a format I enjoy batting in, whenever I come back to bat for Karnataka it's always a pleasure. Look to get on the front foot, it was keeping low and both me and Smaran were able to get the singles away and keep the scorecard going.

"Try to move your body towards the ball, if you hang back then you will be in trouble and I felt that he [Smaran] batted beautifully through that phase. It's always great to have that [100], but as long as Karnataka is winning, I'm happy."

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Punch Out Women's Bracket OCs (Major Circuit)

The boys have had their turn, now it's time for the ladies! They're back and better than ever! Name: Min Bong-Cha Age: 25 Height: 5'4 Weight: 122lbs Nationality: Korean Position: #3 Major Circuit Record: 15-4 (10 KO) Stance: Southpaw (Left-Handed) "Bong-Cha is a respectful and very talented young woman who's boxing skills are very impressive for someone who's only at the end of the Major Circuit. She's also a massive stickler for rules, however, and is very strict about sticking to her routines and training regiments. She could actually go beyond her current position but she'd rather keep her placement out of sheer humbleness" Name: Princess Primate/Nina Age: Late 20s Height: 6'2 Weight: 153lbs Nationality: ??? Position: #2 Major Circuit Record: 12-6 (8 KO) Stance: Southpaw (Left-Handed) "A brave jungle warrior who was raised by a 'tribe' of apes, monkeys and gorillas when she was a young girl, Nina's entire life story sounds like something out of an urban myth. Nobody is quite sure HOW she managed to survive as long as she did in the deep jungle but it sharpened her into a decent fighter with a mischievous tendency of tossing banana peels into the ring to watch her opponent slip around" Name: Destiny Diamondback/Layaali Anour Bayoumi Age: 29 Height: 5'11 Weight: 136lbs Nationality: Arabian Position: #1 Major Circuit Record: 14-6 (4 KO) Stance: Orthodox (Right-Handed) "This talented young magician was gifted her amazing magical qualities at birth thanks to an unusual gemstone being fused to her stomach. She's capable of levitation, teleportation, non-corporeal cloning and, her specialty, hypnotism. She'll attempt to charm her opponents like a snake while allowing her slithery companions to try and bite at them while they're in a state of bliss... Ideally, have a snake bite kit handy if you're going into the ring with her" Name: Senorita Caliente/Sofia Valentina Age: 32 Height: 5'11 Weight: 151lbs Nationality: Mexican-Spanish Position: Major Circuit Champion Record: 15-10 (7 KO) Stance: Orthodox (Right-Handed) "A gorgeous, flirty and slightly hypnotic young lady, Sofia is eye candy for all who have the pleasure of being in her presence and isn't shy to show off a little skin for her mostly male-dominated audience. When she isn't boxing, she's either waitressing at her parents' restaurant or performing as a burlesque dancer before coming back home to her lovely girlfriend. You'll feel a severe case of heartburn after stepping in the ring with her"