In Rusty's Corner


Rusty Rubin is the editor of Ringsports.com website and author of three acclaimed boxing books! “Woozel, Boxing and Me”, “Off the Canvas” and “Billy Soose, the Champion Time Forgot” co-authored by Tom Donelson.

Kendall Holt won a one-round war with Ricardo Torres last week. It was a clear case of fans getting more action in less than three minutes than they do in some 12-round fights.

This week Tony “The Tiger” Thompson, 31-1 (19) takes on heavyweight champ Wladamir Klitschko, 50-3(44), in Germany. Wlad hasn’t fought in a while, but Thompson has not shown any one-punch kayo power and it’s hard to see how he wins a decision in Klitschko’s back yard. That being said, southpaws seem to give the Ukraine champ problems at times. HBO will televise.

Glove 2 Glove:

Sad to report that Mando Ramos, former lightweight great, has passed away in San Pedro, CA., at age 59. Mando did much for the youth and was a true friend to those fortunate enough to call him that. He was a tough hombre and will be missed.

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