Behind The Jab Archive
Jermain Taylor’s Victorious Return
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
In a highly anticipated return, Jermain Taylor and Andre Dirrell both provided entertainment in two separate bouts on December 30th . Taylor, former undisputed middleweight champion who was derailed after a loss to Kelly
Peterson wins split decision over Amir Khan
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 4 Comments
In an all-out war, Lamont Peterson finally lived up to his potential as a true boxing champion. Peterson came with relentless pressure to squeeze out a split decision win against Amir Khan. This fight
The Return of Adrien Broner
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | No Comments
Adrien Broner returns this weekend on November 26th. He faces off with Argentinean Vicente Rodriguez. Although Rodriguez boasts a record of 34-2-1, none of those wins come from defeating any notable opponent and Rodriguez
Chavez Jr. and Manfredo Jr. Ready!
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 8 Comments
Julio Cesar Chavez Junior faces off against veteran Peter Manfredo Junior in Houston, Texas. Chavez Jr., mainly known for his lineage and gained much of his popularity due to his name. Manfredo Jr., The
Manny Pacquiao edges Marquez again!
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 11 Comments
When the bell rang after their 36th round of action, both Manny Pacquaio and Juan Manuel Marquez knew they both were at the mercy of the judges. By majority decision and fair margins, Pacman
Kirkland scored a 6 round TKO over Alfredo Angulo
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 9 Comments
In a definite candidate for round of the year, Alfredo Angulo and James Kirkland waged war for 3 minutes straight. Both men hit the canvas and poured their souls out in the squared circle
Juan Manuel Marquez’s Weight Issues
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 3 Comments
As much as I like Juan Manuel Marquez, seeing Manny Pacquaio’s camp, his motivation, the consistent good feelings from his team, make me believe that this fight will be all Pacman. For me, as
Kelly Pavlik leaves trainer, Jack Lowe behind
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | No Comments
For being a recently disappointed Kelly Pavlik fan, I am very interested to see what comes of his new career moves. He is claiming to be willing to fight for $10,000 on an off
Fans Got Robbed Again!
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 2 Comments
After a disappointing outcome to the Bernard Hopkins-Chad Dawson bout, the world has had time to reflect. A fight that should have been ruled a no contest was poorly ruled a TKO win for
Middleweight Champion Grzegorz Proksa
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
October 1st was a very exciting night for middleweight action. Andy Lee defeated Brian Vera in a very entertaining bout. Sergio Martinez beat a very game Darren Barker. Over in Germany, Grzegorz Proksa utterly
Bernard Hopkins will remain Champion
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
With an upcoming paper-per-view featuring Bernard Hopkins and Chad Dawson, the boxing community has been debating who will win this fight. Bernard has shocked the world time and time again. Chad has had a
Miguel Cotto Fights for Redemption
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 6 Comments
On December 3rd, live at Madison Square Garden, we will see a legacy changing fight. Miguel Cotto will be given the chance at redemption against one of the most infamous characters in modern boxing,
The Fight Prediction Standing
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
The rankings are slowly separating the champions from the contenders. With one more fight left in this quarter (Mayweather-Ortiz), we are close to determining the champion to this contest. Here are the rankings: 1.
Some Exciting Heavyweight Contenders
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
With the recent emergence of the victorious Robert Helenius and Alexander Povetkin and those who lost, Serhei Liakhovich and Ruslan Chagaev, we have found 4 heavyweights who bring action and excitement. Below the Klitshcko’s,
Who remembers Winky Wright?
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 2 Comments
I sure do and did enjoy the level of boxing he brought to the sport. Unfortunately, due to outrageous demands and a superstar attitude, Wright has not been active for the majority of two
Lucian Bute has Found His Dancing Partner
by Rob Rutz | Behind The Jab | 1 Comment
Canadian star Lucian Bute has found his dance partner. With Mikkel Kessler exploring other options (smart) and Kelly Pavlik figuring out his life, a fan favorite, Glen Johnson is travelling to Canada to take