Kessler in CA
WBA super middleweight champion Mikkel Kessler has resumed training in California. “The Viking Warrior” departed Copenhagen on Saturday morning after holding a brief press conference at the airport. “We had a good flight and got here safely,” Kessler said. “We have perfect conditions here in Sacramento. I am adjusting well to the time difference – the great weather certainly helps!” Kessler will take on up-and-coming Andre Ward in their opening Super Six World Boxing Classic clash in Oakland on November 21.
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Rocky Marciano statue
President Sulaiman said the planned unveiling of the Rocky Marciano statue in the undefeated former champ’s hometown of Brockton, MA will take place at the end of May, 2010.
Arreola dropped from rankings for TV cussing
Heavyweight: Recent title challenger Chris Arreola was unanimously voted to be suspended from the ratings for six months by virtue of his foul mouthed tirade after his one-sided loss to champion Vitali Klitschko last September 26th.
Manny Pacquiao on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
In a testament to Manny Pacquiao’s worldwide appeal, PacMan will appear on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” tonight beginning at 12:05 a.m. ET/PT on ABC. Manny will be appearing with Pamela Anderson. Manny will be driven to the Jimmy Kimmel Live studios in Hollywood in “The PacMan Express,” a custom-designed luxury bus.
