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Posted in IYH Forums by wxy1123 at 06:23, Oct 13 2014

Okay, here we go. As EXPECTED, although I dont have to agree with it, the WBC last week, without waiting for a ruling by the California State Athletic Commission, have decided to reinstate Bernard Hopkins as the World Champion, WOW! Isnt that a big surprise? Isnt this the same governing body who, after listening to the whining and moaning of Hopkins and Golden Boy ordered an immediate rematch for Hopkins "after" he got a draw with Jean Pascal in their first meeting despite being on the floor twice? Did Glen Johnson get an immediate rematch with Chad Dawson after their first meeting? No! Did Andrei Kotelnik get an immediate rematch after schooling Devon Alexander? Umm, No! Did Lucas Mathysse get an immediate rematch after clearly outworking Devon Alexander? Umm, No again! Shall I go on and list the number of outright robberies that have occurred in boxing in which the victims were not afforded the luxury of a rematch? Yet now, after more incessant complaining from Hopkins and GBP, the WBC not only returns the title to Hopkins, they in turn, refuse to order a rematch! A rematch which they granted to Hopkins after he fought a draw! At what point do you start to realize how ridiculous this all is? There is no doubt whatsoever that a legitimate argument can be made as to a "No-Decision" or "Technical Draw" result. Despite the fact that I am so far from convinced that Dawsons act could in essence have him disqualified him, it is completely inconceivable that the WBC can declare the fight a Technical Draw and NOT order an immediate rematch. Failure to do so, theoretically, does disqualify Dawson. That in itself is asinine! On a side note, and to completely refute the misinformation that has been circulating since the fight, I urge you all to have a listen to the enhanced audio from the fight. HBO ran it this past weekend, and NEVER does Hopkins tell the referee he wants to fight. In fact, his answer leaves no other avenue open to referee Pat Russell. The myth perpetuated by HBO and Bernard is nothing more than that, a myth! Another interesting fact, now that the WBC has reinstated Hopkins as champion, suddenly reports of his separated shoulder, his MRI and the rest of his complaining has suddenly disappeared. Hows that for a magical cure!? OK enough about Hopkins, the WBC, and the illogic of the entire incident. I was planning on writing more, but Hopkins and Co. have now lost their space to four warriors who put on such courageous performances this past Saturday at the Hershey Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. Hopkins and Co. should be ashamed. In front of over 5,000 fans, promoter Adam Harris packed in one of the most exciting fight cards seen in Ontario in recent memory. In the semi main event of the evening, Montreals power punching Ahmed Cheiko took on the unbeaten, ultra-resistant buzz saw named Samuel Vargas. In what could easily be Canadas Fight of the Year, Vargas and Cheiko thrilled the sellout crowd with a fight reminiscent of the Arturo Gatti-Micky Ward blood and guts battles. From the sound of the opening bell, both men attempted to end the fight early, and convincingly. After a strong opening in Round 1, Cheiko was dropped by a beautiful left hook to the liver, he would rise and the war was just beginning. The viciousness of the assaults by both fighters would continue until a left hook from Ahmed Cheiko in the second round, dropped Vargas hard, and for all intent and purposes, OUT! Incredibly, and inexplicably, Vargas would rise. Not only did he rise, he would fight back even stronger. Proving he has one of the best chins in the game, Vargas would absorb thudding shots from the power punching Cheiko and come back with his own flurries. Cheiko tried all he could do end the fight with a knockout, but was unable to do so. Suffering a broken hand, due to the Ontario Athletic Commissions insane bandaging regulations, and exhausted from trying to knockout the steel-chinned Vargas, Cheiko did not come out for Round 6. Two warriors who put it all on the line and fought what easily could have been the main event of the evening and more than worth the price of admission! In the main event of the evening, Logan McGuiness captured the North American Super-Featherweight Championship with a stunning, come from behind, two punch knockout of former Olympian and World title challenger Benoit Gaudet. In a match-up of contradicting styles, and in a contest of Will vs. Skill, McGuiness and Gaudet thrilled the crowd with not only displays of speed and combination punching, but in displays of determination and perseverance. Guadets skill and brilliant footwork allowed him to move freely around the ring, avoiding the charges of the aggressive McGuiness. Using his quick fists to counter, Gaudet began piling up the points as McGuiness continued to press the action, yet finding Gaudet a difficult target to hit. After ten rounds, Gaudet had built himself a lead, but the fight was anything but comfortable. McGuiness continued to press as he had done throughout the first ten rounds, this time the combination he was looking for found the mark. A perfectly timed right hand-left hook suddenly dropped Gaudet hard in Round 11. Like Vargas, Gaudet incredibly made it to his feet, however the legs were unsteady and referee Dave Dunbar put a halt to the contest, and McGuiness was the new NABA Champion. In front of a raucous crowd, and with the courage and determination usually reserved for much higher stakes, Samuel Vargas, Ahmed Cheiko, Logan McGuiness and Benoit Gaudet showed what true fighting heart is all about. Bernard who? Black Ziggy Hood Limited Youth Jersey . T.J. 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A few changes have been made this year, as RDS will no longer be producing it. Instead, the Canadiens have hired their own team of creative masterminds to produce the reality series.ANAHEIM, Calif. - Chicago and Anaheim had the NHLs two best records and a combined 15 Olympians on the ice at Honda Center. Before all that world-class talent heads to Sochi this weekend, the Blackhawks demonstrated why theyre still the team to beat when the NHL gets back to work in three short weeks. Corey Crawford made 29 saves in his first shutout of the season and Chicago pulled within one point of Anaheim for the overall NHL lead with a 2-0 victory over the Ducks on Wednesday night. Marian Hossa scored in the second period and captain Jonathan Toews added a late goal for the defending Stanley Cup champion Blackhawks, who improved to 3-0-2 on their six-game trip before the Olympic break. Chicago followed up its victory in Los Angeles two days ago with another solid effort against the Ducks, suggesting the defending champs are hitting their stride right before Sochi. "The last handful of games on this trip, weve got back to the way we need to play," Toews said. "Thats a tough team to do that to, and we have to feel good about what we were able to accomplish." After keeping the Ducks off the scoreboard in a fast, well-played game, the Blackhawks also won the Western Conference powers season series, taking two of three from Anaheim. Chicago (35-10-14, 84 points) is right behind Anaheim (40-14-5, 85 points) with one game left before the break. "(Crawford) made some key saves, and we had some breaks and some fortunate bounces," Chicago coach Joel Quenneville said. "(Anaheim) had that run there, 19 of 20 (wins), but I think this trip really put us in a spot where were back in the mix. We played the right way, and were getting some good points." Quenneville also announced Patrick Kane wont be with the Blackhawks when they wrap up their trip in Phoenix. The American Olympians grandfather, Donald, died two days ago, and Kane is going back home to Buffalo before heading to Sochi. Jonas Hiller stopped 23 shots for the Ducks, who have lost four of five. Anaheim also has lost three straight home games after starting the season 20-0-2 at Honda Center. "We will overcome this," Anaheim coach Bruce Boudreau saaid.dddddddddddd "I thought we put in a great effort. We just didnt score goals. Were not going to cry about it. Were just going to get back to work and put another big run together." Chicago mostly beat the Ducks with defence, a minor surprise in a meeting between two of the NHLs highest-scoring teams. Crawford turned away every chance generated by the Ducks, who hadnt been shut out in their first 56 games this season before getting blanked twice in their last three games by Dallas and Chicago. Anaheim improved its effort from recent games, yet struggled mightily to get clean scoring chances. The Ducks had a 15-3 shots edge early on, but couldnt score during 40 seconds of 5-on-3 play in the scoreless first period. "We were doing a lot of things right, but unfortunately we cant buy a goal right now," Ducks defenceman Cam Fowler said. "All we can do is continue to push, continue to work on it." Both rosters are dotted with Olympic talent, including five key members of the Canadian team headed to Sochi. In addition, two members of the Swedish team — Chicagos Johnny Oduya and Anaheims Jakob Silfverberg — were scratched. Just 39 seconds into the second period, Hossa sneaked into Anaheims defence and beat Hiller for his 24th goal. The Slovak Olympian also had two goals in Chicagos win over the Ducks last month. The Blackhawks matched the Ducks effort after the midway point of the game. Anaheims Daniel Winnik had an outstanding short-handed chance in the slot in the third period, but couldnt settle a bouncing puck in time. Toews wrapped it up with 2:31 to play with a slippery move off the wall. After Hossa grabbed a turnover by Fowler, Toews went toward the middle and put a shot past Hillers left arm for his 19th goal. NOTES: Oduya missed his first game of the season with a lower-body injury. Quenneville said the injury shouldnt prevent Oduya from playing in Sochi. ... Hossa has scored in five consecutive games. ... Ducks C Nick Bonino missed his third straight game with an apparent wrist injury. Before the game, Anaheim recalled F Emerson Etem for his first game with the Ducks since Dec. 9. ' ' '