THIS week in Boxing News, Matthew Hatton makes his first defence of the European welterweight crown against tough Ukrainian Yuriy Nuzhnenko. John Dennen is ringside at the Bolton Arena to see if Ricky’s younger brother can convince the doubters.

Editor Tris Dixon focuses on the complex Floyd Mayweather-Manny Pacquiao negotiations in his column.

We report on Timothy Bradley’s foray into the welterweight division against Luis Abregu and cover all the weekend’s action, including Fernando Guerrero’s battle with Ishe Smith. Danny Flexen previews Stuey Hall’s rematch with Martin Power, now with the British bantamweight title on the line.

Billy Smith speaks movingly to Matt Christie about the loss of his twin brother Ernie and in a controversial feature Gavin Evans questions the legend of Jack Dempsey.

Freddie Roach is the guest columnist and, as well as our usual expert comment and analysis, we bring you news exclusives with Carl Froch, Michael Katsidis and Craig Watson.