Antonio Tarver, Steve Cunningham find no joy in stalemate
Antonio Tarver and Steve Cunningham each came into Friday night’s fight hoping to elevate his status in the heavyweight division. But after their draw at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, a shot at a world title might be no closer for either man.
Quest for greatness drives Antonio Tarver as he pursues heavyweight history
Antonio Tarver expects the arrival of a grandson next month. But Friday night, the 46-year-old southpaw continues his quest to become the oldest man to win a heavyweight championship.
Antonio Tarver swears he’s not following in Roy Jones Jr.’s footsteps
Antonio Tarver is determined not to become Roy Jones Jr. in his quest to win a heavyweight title.
Steve Cunningham confronts some less-than-great decisions in his Greatest Hits
Steve Cunningham doesn’t have a problem with European dudes, though the feeling likely isn’t mutual: He’s dished out more punishment to fighters from that continent than Jägermeister has to collegiate livers.
Antonio Tarver puts his faith in himself for his Greatest Hits
If, sometime down the road and maybe not until the age of 85 or so, Antonio Tarver decides to hang up the gloves or step away from the broadcast booth, the man will have no shortage of employment opportunities as a motivational speaker.
Steve Cunningham fights for titles inside the ring, his daughter outside of it
For a moment, his voice goes soft, a word seldom associated with the man on the other end of the phone.
Antonio Tarver counting on winning résumé to benefit him against Steve Cunningham
Antonio Tarver has some obstacles to overcome if he’s going to defeat Steve Cunningham in their heavyweight battle in Newark, New Jersey, on Friday night.
He gets knocked down, but he gets up again: Steve Cunningham may be boxing’s most resilient fighter
The third time Steve Cunningham hit the canvas, only to bounce right back up with the sudden recoil of a sprung mousetrap, you began to wonder if the man’s legs were corked with bedsprings.
