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On This Day: Miguel Cotto found himself on the canvas for the first time in his career

Miguel Cotto wins an epic knockdown-filled battle back in 2005

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On This Day: Miguel Cotto found himself on the canvas for the first time in his career

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Sep 24, 2017

Brave Luke Campbell edged out by Jorge Linares

Luke Campbell recovers from early knockdown to run Jorge Linares close

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Brave Luke Campbell edged out by Jorge Linares

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Sep 24, 2017

Eddie Hearn unveils Daniel Jacobs as latest signing

Middleweight star Daniel Jacobs signed on multi-fight deal and will fight in November

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Eddie Hearn unveils Daniel Jacobs as latest signing

joseph parker

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Sep 23, 2017

Boxing results: Joseph Parker defeats Hughie Fury via controversial decision

Joseph Parker fails to impress as he gets verdict over Hughie Fury

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Boxing results: Joseph Parker defeats Hughie Fury via controversial decision

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Sep 23, 2017

Hughie Fury: ‘I believe Anthony Joshua is an easy fight’

Hughie Fury reckons, after Joseph Parker, he has the ‘kryptonite’ to beat Anthony Joshua

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Hughie Fury: ‘I believe Anthony Joshua is an easy fight’

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Sep 23, 2017

EXCLUSIVE Luke Campbell: ‘I’m not doing things the easy way’

Luke Campbell tells John Dennen why he’s ready to defeat Jorge Linares

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EXCLUSIVE Luke Campbell: ‘I’m not doing things the easy way’

Jorge Linares

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Sep 23, 2017

Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell hit the scales

Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell weigh in for their lightweight world title fight in Los Angeles

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Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell hit the scales

Rocky Marciano

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Sep 23, 2017

On This Day: Rocky Marciano overcomes points deficit with stunning victory over Jersey Joe Walcott

Matt Christie tells the story of two ferocious knockouts that crowned Joe Walcott and Rocky Marciano

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On This Day: Rocky Marciano overcomes points deficit with stunning victory over Jersey Joe Walcott

Boxing - Joseph Parker and Hughie Fury Weigh-In - Manchester, Britain - September 22, 2017 Joseph Parker poses during the Weigh-In Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

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Sep 23, 2017

Joseph Parker: ‘I don’t want to leave it in the judges’ hands’

Joseph Parker intends to knock out Hughie Fury and then continue to campaign in the UK, writes John Dennen

Boxing - Joseph Parker and Hughie Fury Weigh-In - Manchester, Britain - September 22, 2017 Joseph Parker poses during the Weigh-In Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

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Joseph Parker: ‘I don’t want to leave it in the judges’ hands’

Peter McDonagh

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Sep 22, 2017

VIDEO Weird weigh in – Shayne Singleton attacks, as Peter McDonagh drink a beer

Peter McDonagh triggers a Shayne Singleton rampage, and then toasts the crowd!

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VIDEO Weird weigh in – Shayne Singleton attacks, as Peter McDonagh drink a beer

Joseph Parker

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Sep 22, 2017

Near brawl breaks out at Joseph Parker vs Hughie Fury weigh in

The two factions collide at the Joseph Parker and Hughie Fury weigh in

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Near brawl breaks out at Joseph Parker vs Hughie Fury weigh in

Oscar Valdez

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Sep 22, 2017

VIDEO In camp with Oscar Valdez

Insight into Oscar Valdez preparing for his world title defence

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VIDEO In camp with Oscar Valdez

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Sep 22, 2017

Scott Cardle determined to put demons to rest

Scott Cardle discusses bouncing back from British title loss, writes Matt Bevan

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Scott Cardle determined to put demons to rest

Gary Cornish

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Sep 22, 2017

Gary Cornish: ‘All that’s on my mind is on becoming British champion’

George Storr looks forward to the Gary Cornish vs Sam Sexton British heavyweight title fight

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Gary Cornish: ‘All that’s on my mind is on becoming British champion’

Jorge Linares

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Sep 22, 2017

WATCH Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell face off

Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell go head-to-head ahead of lightweight world title fight

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WATCH Jorge Linares and Luke Campbell face off

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Boxing News was founded in 1909 by original editor John Murray as, simply, Boxing. Murray had been a regular contributor to Health & Strength magazine and convinced its owner, Bill Berry (later Lord Camrose) to launch a weekly magazine dedicated solely to boxing. It is believed Murray had been inspired by Jack Johnson beating Tommy Burns to become the first black World heavyweight champion. In his first editorial, Murray stated, "Boxing will stand for good clean sport. Its success of failure is in the hands of those who believe in sport of this character. Our energies will be devoted to giving the best paper that time, thought and money can devise." When circulation began to decline in the depression days of the late 20s, the name of the magazine was changed to Boxing, Racing and Football. In October 1931, the paper was sold to a syndicate of London sportsmen, who installed Sydney Rushton, a long-time London fight reporter, as the new editor. The layout changed, the page size was increased and Rushton proved less popular than Murray. The paper was again put up for sale and, while waiting for a buyer, the old features were reinstated and there was no official Editor. Another set of sportsmen bought the paper and Godfrey Williams was named editor. He attempted to run Boxing as a newspaper, cutting popular features and reducing news stories down to the shortest possible length. The circulation quickly dropped to its lowest ever.

Billy Masters, a city printer and huge boxing fan, saved the paper, appointing W.H. Millier as the new editor. He completely reinvigorated the magazine, helped in no small measure by its first colour cover. In 1935, Millier departed and the owner replaced him with Sydney Ackland, who had previously worked as John Murray's assistant editor and had been taught by him. World War II brought many changes as first Sydney, then replacement Stanley Nelson, contributed to the war effort. Murray made a popular comeback as editor but ill health forced him to step down in 1941. Gilbert Odd took over until the building housing the paper was destroyed by the enemy. Odd was then called up for national service and both Masters and Murray served further terms. Now with the new name of Boxing News, the paper was bought by Australian publicist Vivian Brodzky and former promoter Sydney Hulls. Northern sports writer Bert Callis was the new editor. Odd took over for a second term upon Callis’ retirement. Odd implemented the tradition of reporting the results and fighters' weights for every single fight in the country. When Odd quit to write books, he was succeeded by Jack Wilson and then Tim Riley. When Brodzky died, Boxing News was sold twice in quick succession, and Graham Houston became editor in 1971, immediately broadening the range of coverage, especially in North America. Houston left in 1977 to work on morning newspapers in Canada. This prompted the appointment of perhaps BN's greatest Editor of recent years, Harry Mullan. Circulation increased exponentially during the Mullan years, which doubled as a time of great change in the boxing world. Most notable new developments were the proliferation of ‘world’ titles and the increase in the number of major British promoters. Mullan was fiercely principled and tremendously well respected in the boxing fraternity. When Mullan left in October 1996, he was given this glowing tribute from then BN Publisher Peter Kravitz: "His writing stands comparison with the Lieblings, Hausers and Mailers of this century of boxing." Assistant Editor Claude Abrams succeeded Mullan in November 1996. Boxing News was redesigned and switched to a full-colour format and become more extensive in content. In March 1999 the paper went to A3 size before reverting to A4, and increasing in size to 48 pages (from 24) in September 2005. The magazine remained the main trade paper in Britain. Abrams left BN – after 22 years – in December 2009, just three months after the publication celebrated its centenary, and was succeeded as editor by Tris Dixon.

Tris left the magazine in December 2014, with Matt Christie taking over as editor.
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