HBO Boxing (1973-2017)
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HBO Boxing is an American sports television series that premiered on 22 January 1973 and that has shown a number of significant boxing events since then. WCB's first event ever was fought in Kingston, Jamaica, where George Foreman defeated Joe Frazier in two rounds to win the world heavyweight championship. The main broadcast team is Jim Lampley on blow-by-blow, with former ESPN reporter Max Kellerman as color commentator, replacing Larry Merchant, who retired in December 2012. For the last two years of Merchant's contract he and Kellerman alternated telecasts.
Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:30 (165 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-07-15 | Miguel "El Alacran" Berchelt (31-1-0, 28 KO's) vs. Takashi Miura (31-3-2, 24 KO's) | Jul 15, 2017 |
| 2017-05-20 | Terence "Hunter" Crawford (30-0-0, 21 KO's) vs. Felix Diaz (19-1-0, 9 KO's) | May 20, 2017 |
| 2017-04-29 | Anthony "AJ" Joshua (18-0-0, 18 KO's) vs. Wladimir "Dr. Steelhammer" Klitschko (63-4-0, 53 KO's) | Apr 29, 2017 |
| 2017-04-08 | Vasyl "Hi-Tech" Lomaachenko (7-1-0, 5 KO's) vs. Jason "El Canito" Sosa (20-1-4, 15 KO's) | Apr 8, 2017 |
| 2017-03-11 | HBO Boxing: David Lemieux (36-3-0, 32 KO's) vs. Curtis "Cerebral Assassin" Stevens (29-5-0, 21 KO's) | Mar 11, 2017 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did HBO Boxing first premiered?
HBO Boxing premiered on January 22, 1973.
Who were some of the well-known boxers that appeared on HBO Boxing in 1973?
Some of the well-known boxers that appeared on HBO Boxing in 1973 included Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, George Foreman, and Roberto Duran.
What was the format of the fights on HBO Boxing in 1973?
The format of the fights on HBO Boxing in 1973 included championship bouts, 10-round fights, and 8-round bouts.
How often did HBO Boxing air in 1973?
HBO Boxing aired once a month in 1973, usually on Monday evenings.
Who were the commentators for HBO Boxing in 1973?
The commentators for HBO Boxing in 1973 included Frank Gifford, Howard Cosell, and Larry Merchant.
What was the most talked-about fight on HBO Boxing in 1973 and why?
The most talked-about fight on HBO Boxing in 1973 was the match between Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton, which Ali lost after breaking his jaw in the second round.
What was the highest-rated fight on HBO Boxing in 1973?
The highest-rated fight on HBO Boxing in 1973 was the bout between George Foreman and Joe Frazier for the heavyweight championship of the world.
How many years had passed since Joe Frazier lost his heavyweight crown before his fight against George Foreman on HBO Boxing?
Joe Frazier had lost his heavyweight crown three years prior to his fight against George Foreman on HBO Boxing.
How was the atmosphere at the Madison Square Garden during the bout between Joe Frazier and George Foreman?
The atmosphere at the Madison Square Garden during the bout between Joe Frazier and George Foreman was electric, as both boxers were popular with the fans.
Who was the referee for the bout between Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton?
The referee for the bout between Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton was Frank Rustich.
Also known as
- HBO World Championship Boxing
- HBO World Championship Boxing (WCB)
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