Danny Gilfillan

Sports Journalist · 1425 articles

Mike Tyson Names The Greatest Heavyweight Performance Of All Time
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Mike Tyson Names The Greatest Heavyweight Performance Of All Time

From his stunning upset loss to Buster Douglas to his controversial two fight series with Evander Holyfield, former undisputed heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson has been involved in some of the most memorable match ups in the long and storied history of the blue ribbon division. The run in Tyson’s early career that saw him […]

Larry Holmes Says One Current Heavyweight Would Definitely Have Knocked Out Mike Tyson
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Larry Holmes Says One Current Heavyweight Would Definitely Have Knocked Out Mike Tyson

When fantasy match ups between heavyweights of yesteryear and today’s crop are mentioned, the champions of the olden days are, more often that not, tipped to defeat the modern generation. However, 1980s heavyweight kingpin Larry Holmes has bucked that trend when he broke down a potential match up between Mike Tyson and Anthony Joshua. Holmes, […]

Former World Champion Delivers Canelo-Benavidez Verdict: “He Beats Him On Every Level”
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Former World Champion Delivers Canelo-Benavidez Verdict: “He Beats Him On Every Level”

Many observers were impressed with Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’ showing against Jermell Charlo last month, in which he dominated the entire fight and retained his undisputed super middleweight championship. There were soon calls for a clash with WBC Interim world champion David Benavidez, who most view as Alvarez’ toughest test at 168lbs. When breaking down the […]

Carl Froch Brands Upcoming Pay-Per-View Fight A “S**t Show”
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Carl Froch Brands Upcoming Pay-Per-View Fight A “S**t Show”

Since hanging up the gloves almost a decade ago, Carl Froch can be found plying his trade breaking down boxing as a pundit. Known for his relentless style in the ring, Froch’s style of punditry has followed suit and he has become known for not being afraid to put the boot in – just ask […]

Muhammad Ali Made His Feelings Clear On Rematch Clauses: “I’m A Real Champion”
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Muhammad Ali Made His Feelings Clear On Rematch Clauses: “I’m A Real Champion”

Rematch clauses are often one of the most common gripe amongst boxing fans, with the contract for seemingly every major fight these days – particularly in the heavyweight division – containing stipulations for a second meeting should the perceived ‘A’ side taste defeat. Old footage of the iconic Muhammad Ali talking about rematch clauses, which […]

Shakur Stevenson Brands Rival ‘Trash’: “He Is Not A Good Fighter”
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Shakur Stevenson Brands Rival ‘Trash’: “He Is Not A Good Fighter”

Shakur Stevenson has both ability and confidence in abundance and, as such, is not afraid of targetting and analysing other fighters at his weight class. Stevenson was in Shawnee, Oklahoma for George Kambosos’ controversial win over Maxi Hughes earlier this year and found himself entangled in a ringside back and forth with Kambosos as he […]

Teofimo Lopez Has His Sights Set On One Man For Next Fight
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Teofimo Lopez Has His Sights Set On One Man For Next Fight

Teofimo Lopez’ stock is high at the moment, after his epic performance to defeat Josh Taylor and win the WBO super lightweight world title back in June. Not content for a tick over fight after that memorable showing, Lopez has his eyes set on one of the biggest names in boxing. Ryan Garcia’s promoter Oscar […]