WHO YOU LIKE?™ Floyd “Money” Mayweather vs “Vicious” Victor Ortiz + Amir Khan vs Zab Judah. Pre-fight coverage from NYC featuring Gotham boxing fans, Dan Goossen (Goossen Tutor Promotions), Erislandy Lara (W15 L1 D1), and Paul Williams.

Newly crowned IBF light welterweight champion Zab Judah is wasting no time in sparking speculation over his first title defense, according to Main Events Promotion CEO Kathy Duva, adding that they are only interested in “the biggest money fight”.

“The goal now is big fights,” Duva said. “He’s a pay-per-view fighter and he should be in pay-per-view fights.”

With several of the top fighters at 140 pounds either scheduled to fight or involved in negotiations, Duva believes the consensus #1 lightweight (135-pounds), Juan Manuel Marquez, is the most exciting prospect.

“There a few big names out there and right now there aren’t a lot of big fights in boxing and that’s what it needs,” Duva said. “Marquez seems to be the only one available at the moment as a pay-per-view fighter so he would be a logical choice.”

Although Marquez (52-5, 38 KOs) promotional status is uncertain with Golden Boy, Duva explained that regardless of which promotion, Judah’s camp wants the fight.

“I think Marquez clearly has to sort out his promotional situation, but when he does we will be happy to offer the fight to whoever he decides he’d like us to offer it to,” Duva said. “Zab is the champion, if Marquez is available this summer that fits perfectly with our schedule.”

Judah (41-6, 28 KOs), who recently defeated Kaizer Mabuza by technical knockout in the seventh round, expressed the same fervor.

“I like the Marquez fight,” commented Judah. “I like what he is. I like what he’s going to bring to the table. That’s the kind of fight I’m looking for.”

— Alex Neely

Undefeated welterweight Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s trial regarding a misdemeanor battery charge has been postponed until April 25, after a judge agreed Thursday to delay the court date.

The misdemeanor occurred near Mayweather’s home, when the former WBC super welterweight champion poked a homeowner’s association security guard in the face during an altercation in November. The scuffle stemmed from an argument over parking tickets issued to vehicles in the private neighborhood.

With the 33-year old fighter absent from the hearing, Mayweather’s lawyers spoke on his behalf, denying any wrongdoing.

The case is unrelated to Mayweather’s felony domestic violence case, which if convicted on all accounts, could place him in prison for 34 years.

On March 10, Mayweather will face an evidence hearing on charges filed by girlfriend Josie Harris, who claims the fighter struck and threatened her, stole her telephone and proceeded to threaten two of their children last September.

Since 2006, “Money” (41-0, 25 Kos) has faced a veritable whose who in boxing, with victories over Zab Judah, Carlos Manuel Baldomir, Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton and Juan Manuel Marquez. Most recently, Mayweather defeated Shane Mosley by unanimous decision at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nev. last May.

— Alex Neely

Floyd-Mayweather © Craig Mcdean

Froch To Fight Abraham At Neutral Venue » Carl Froch’s Super Six super middleweight contest against Arthur Abraham will take place at the neutral Chapiteau de l’Espace Fontvieille in Monaco on October 2… Source: uk.eurosport.yahoo.com

Having Conquered A Mountain, Boxer Zab Judah Looks To Continue Comeback In Bout At The Rock » Mount Charleston rises a staggering 11,913 feet into the Nevada sky.  • Around its jagged, tree-covered slopes lies a narrow trail, more than 5 miles long, extending from the base of the Las Vegas Valley all the way to the top of the state’s third-highest peak. • And every Saturday, for the past 3½ months, Zab Judah would sprint to the top. Leading a pack of boxers from his gym, this became Judah’s path. His way back… Conor Orr, www.nj.com

Bradley Testing The Best Of Both Worlds » The junior welterweight division has the potential for some of the most exciting fights in boxing with a group of young stars about to enter their prime. At the top there’s unified titleholder Devon Alexander, fellow American titlist Timothy Bradley Jr., British star Amir Khan, who also has a belt, and power-punching interim titleholder Marcos Maidana… Dan Rafael, espn.go.com

What Does Zab Judah Have Left? » Once upon a time welterweight southpaw Zab Judah was considered to be a future all-time great. While the 32-year old Judah, 38-6, 26 KO’s, has managed to capture a few title straps he has never lived up the his hype. Judah has not a had a major fight since his 2008 loss to Joshua Clottey but is hoping that a win over rugged veteran Jos Armando Cruz, 28-4, 17 KO’s, on ESPN Friday Night Fights will give his career a boost… Source: www.onlinesportshandicapping.com

Foreman Family Brings Boxing To East Texas » MARSHALL, TEXAS (KLTV) – Two time heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman is bringing boxing back to East Texas. • And there will be a Foreman in the ring… Coleman Swierc, www.kltv.com

TIMOTHY BRADLEY: Luis Abregu Will Be Bigger, Tougher Foe » The situation is fluid and Timothy Bradley is willing to swim in either direction – junior welterweight, where he is titled, and welterweight, where the big money beckons. • He just doesn’t want to tread water… Michael Katz, www.gamingtoday.com

Judah photo by Lemlerphoto.com

In 5 years time the best fighters will be? —R_9-Ronaldo, www.boxingforum.com/boxing-forum-general-discussion (18 replies) • Zab should retire? —Xplosive, fightbeat.com/forums (8 replies) • Is Arturo Gatti Hall of Fame worthy? —Mark TKO, www.saddoboxing.com/boxingforum (32 replies)

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