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Former Mike Tyson Coach Teddy Atlas Praises Junto Nakatani's Versatility: 'Fights Like Joe Frazier and Jake LaMotta'
Former Mike Tyson Coach Teddy Atlas Praises Junto Nakatani's Versatility: 'Fights Like Joe Frazier and Jake LaMotta' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Junto Nakatani has cemented his status as one of boxing's most dominant rising stars, climbing the ranks with an unblemished 31 wins and zero losses (with 24 KOs) record across three weight divisions. His most recent victory came this past weekend on June 8, when he unified the WBC and IBF bantamweight titles by forcing Ryosuke Nishida to retire after six rounds due to severe swelling around his right eye. Advertisement The win further solidified his position as a top pound-for-pound contender, with a potential superfight against Naoya Inoue looming in 2026. STR/JIJI Press/AFP-Getty Images Renowned boxing trainer and analyst Teddy Atlas has made a bold claim about the rising Japanese boxing star, comparing his relentless fighting style to two of the sport's most iconic warriors—Joe Frazier and Jake LaMotta. Speaking on a recent episode of his podcast, The Fight, Atlas praised Nakatani's versatility during his fight against Nishida, drawing parallels to the legendary Hall of Famers. "He can fight on the outside, and he probably should for the most part,' Atlas said, praising his ability to control the distance. 'He can control range, he can set up counters, he's got good legs, he could use the ring. He could make you walk into mistakes. He could do so many things.' Advertisement Atlas went on to admire Nakatani's ability to fight in close quarters, saying, 'All of a sudden, he takes that height, that reach, he shrinks himself down, he goes inside and he fights like Joe Frazier, he fights like Jake LaMotta. He's unbelievable." The 27-year-old southpaw has been on a tear in the bantamweight division, and the the boxing world is taking notice. Nakatani is currently ranked no. 9 in ESPN's pound-for-pound top 10 rankings. Watch highlights of his fight with Nishida here: While "Big Bang" has favorable physical attributes and in-ring IQ that are an important part of his continued success, Atlas was more impressed by Nakatani's courage and heart. Advertisement 'He was taking chances that he shouldn't have taken or didn't have to take by going inside early with Nishida, and he got caught [with] some big shots, but he showed the chin and overcame it like champions do,' Atlas said. 'But I love the attitude, that he ain't afraid to do that.' Some boxing pundits, including Atlas, believe he may be a nightmare matchup for his fellow countryman and ESPN's no. 2 ranked pound-for-pound fighter, Naoya Inoue. 'That would be a hell of a fight, him and Inoue,' Atlas admitted. 'If he fights smart, on the outside, disciplined and smart... man, it's going to be interesting.' Related: Former UFC Fighter Crushes Boxing Debut, Immediately Calls Out Jake Paul Related: UFC, WWE, and Boxing Mega-Event Reportedly in the Works This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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2 days ago
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Boxing World Slams Keyshawn Davis for Weight Miss and Altercation: "Behave Like a Champion!"
Boxing World Slams Keyshawn Davis for Weight Miss and Altercation: "Behave Like a Champion!" originally appeared on Athlon Sports. While championship belts are won in the ring, legacies are built outside it. The boxing world has seen too many talented fighters derailed by unprofessional behavior, from weight misses to public altercations that overshadow their skills. Champions are held to a higher standard, expected to embody discipline and sportsmanship even when the cameras are off. A fighter's reputation often hinges on moments when they're not throwing punches – moments where character matters most. Advertisement Hall of Fame boxing analyst Teddy Atlas didn't hold back on his podcast The Fight with Teddy Atlas, scolding WBO lightweight champion Keyshawn Davis for his recent weight miss and backstage altercation with Nahir Albright after he defeated Davis's brother Kelvin. Elsa-GettyImages The incident occurred ahead of Davis's now-canceled June 8 title defense, where he failed to make weight by 3.5 pounds, leading to his temporary stripping of the WBO belt. Atlas, known for his no-nonsense commentary, dissected the controversy with trademark bluntness, emphasizing that Davis's actions betrayed the responsibilities of being a champion. Advertisement "There's a responsibility that goes along with that title, champion," Atlas declared. "The responsibility is that you have to make sure you behave like a champion at all times. Not only in the corner, not only when you've been hurt, not only when you're tired, but at all times." The veteran trainer, who has mentored 18 world champions, stressed that Davis's lapse in professionalism overshadowed his accomplishments, including his Olympic silver medal and undefeated record. Atlas acknowledged Davis's talent and his ability to overcome mental health issues, but argued that greatness requires consistency beyond the ring. 'That night, for all the good things that Keyshawn Davis has done—and he's done a lot that I already touched on to get to where he's gotten to through life—he let himself down,' Atlas said in disappointment. 'He let himself down because he forgot for a moment what a champion doesn't do.' The altercation with Albright, which escalated into a physical confrontation at the Scope Arena in Virginia, further fueled Atlas' criticism. Advertisement Watch the incident here: 'There's a responsibility that goes far beyond putting combinations together. It has got to do with the choices you make outside the ring, in life.' Atlas continued. 'You must understand there are certain things that are just beneath you, that are not allowable.' On an ESPN post-show reaction of the altercation, analyst Mark Kriegl and boxing veteran Timothy Bradley Jr. expressed their disdain for Davis's behavior as well. 'It's a damn shame... I admire the kid so much for what he has overcome and what he has shown at this very arena,' said Kriegl. 'What we just saw was not supposed to happen. It was unnecessary and certainly didn't hurt the Davis brothers.' Advertisement Bradley was much more critical in his assessment of the incident, extending his criticism to the other Davis brother, Keon, who was involved in the backstage brawl. '[His] stock just plummeted to the floor,' Bradley said. 'I was a Davis brothers fan, I was. Nah, I'm an Abdullah Mason, Mason five brothers fan because of the way they behave as true professionals.' The fallout has been swift. The WBO reinstated Davis' title only after he agreed to face mandatory challenger Edwin De Los Santos by September, but the damage to his reputation lingers. Davis has yet to address the incident, but his antics could cost him lucrative fights, including a potential showdown with Gervonta Davis. Advertisement Related: Former Mike Tyson Coach Praises Junto Nakatani's Versatility: 'Fights Like Joe Frazier and Jake LaMotta' Related: UFC, WWE, and Boxing Mega-Event Reportedly in the Works This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
The Hindu
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
When Kohli Spoke, India Fought: 5 Quotes That Lit Up Test Cricket
1. The Fight at Lord's — 2021 'If I see someone laughing, then see! For 60 overs they should feel hell out there.' Kohli's aggression wasn't just for the cameras. This quote summed up India's fire on Day 5 at Lord's, turning a draw into a dramatic win. It was old-school intimidation mixed with tactical ruthlessness. 2. The Emotional Loss in South Africa — 2018 '150-odd runs (for himself) means nothing now that we have lost the series. If we had won, even a 30 would have mattered more.' No stat-padding. Kohli never separated personal milestones from team goals. This was Kohli putting collective legacy above individual brilliance. 3. The Belief in Adelaide — 2014 'At no point did we not think about chasing the score down. No sort of negativity is welcome in this group.' India lost that Test, but Kohli's twin centuries and fearless mindset marked a new era. It wasn't just about survival overseas anymore— it was about dictating terms. 4. The High of Sydney — 2019 BGT Win 'I've never been more proud to be part of a team than this one. To lead these players is an honour and privilege.' Kohli's quote captured how much the culture he helped build had taken root. Pride without ego. 5. The Low of 36 All Out — 2020 'I don't think we have ever had a worse batting collapse than this... I'm sure we will bounce back strongly.' Straight after India's lowest Test total, Kohli spoke not of fear, but of bounce-back. That's exactly what happened — with him watching from home.
New York Times
19-02-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
Judge in Adams Case Has Faced Trump Administration in Court Before
Dale E. Ho ran the American Civil Liberties Union's voting rights litigation department when President Trump's first administration tried to put a citizenship question on the 2020 census. The question, he said at the time, would 'wreck the once-in-a-decade count of the nation's population' by intimidating immigrants legal and not. In his first appearance before the Supreme Court, he argued against the plan, and the court blocked it. The administration eventually abandoned the effort. Now, as a federal jurist in Manhattan, Judge Ho is facing the Trump administration from the other side of the bench. He is presiding over the criminal prosecution of Mayor Eric Adams and on Wednesday will hold a hearing on the government's contentious motion to dismiss the charges against the mayor. The move set off mass resignations in the Justice Department. From the moment Mr. Adams's case was randomly handed to him in September, Judge Ho was thrust into a singular position: overseeing the first federal criminal prosecution of a sitting mayor of New York City — one who has recently allied himself closely with the president the judge once argued against in court. Before joining the bench, he worked at the American Civil Liberties Union for about a decade. Dale E. Ho in a scene from 'The Fight,' a 2020 documentary he was featured in. Credit... Magnolia Pictures David D. Cole, a law professor at Georgetown University, who worked closely with him at the organization, said Judge Ho was 'diligent, careful, and unstinting in his pursuit of justice.' Thank you for your patience while we verify access. If you are in Reader mode please exit and log into your Times account, or subscribe for all of The Times. Thank you for your patience while we verify access. Already a subscriber? Log in. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
