Boxing – Page 7

Putting the Brutality of a Prize Fight on the Met Opera Stage

Terence Blanchard’s “Champion,” about the fighter Emile Griffith, is the rare opera to engage with sports. A boxing consultant helped keep it gritty.

By Victor Mather

Boxing Garcia, Ryan (1998- ) T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas, Nev)

Gervonta Davis Floors Ryan Garcia, but Heads Into an Uncertain Future

Gervonta Davis stopped Ryan Garcia in seven rounds in a highly anticipated fight in Las Vegas. Next up for Davis: a sentencing and an arraignment in separate criminal cases against him.

By Morgan Campbell

Boxing DAZN Group Ltd De La Hoya, Oscar Garcia, Ryan (1998- ) Las Vegas (Nev) Premier Boxing Champions (Haymon Sports LLC) Showtime

Davis vs. Garcia: A Marquee Fight That Is Actually Happening

When Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia square off Saturday night, they’ll satisfy boxing fans who are often left disappointed by fight negotiations that go nowhere.

By Morgan Campbell

Boxing Fans (Persons) Las Vegas (Nev) Mayweather, Floyd Jr Showtime World Boxing Association

Gervonta Davis Wants to Be Known for More Than His Knockouts

Davis, who goes by Tank, said he wants to be a star, “the whole package.” For now he is known for decisive victories in the ring and dubious decisions outside of it.

By Kris Rhim