Groves Says: I Didn't See Much Improvement in DeGale
George Groves is content to continue learning on the job as he steadily works his way towards world title level.
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Groves: DeGale Rematch Will Only Be on My Terms
George Groves has told James DeGale to forget about a rematch - for now.
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George Groves Talks Smith, DeGale, Anderson Rematch
George Groves annexed the Commonwealth and British super middleweight titles with a slender win over fierce rival James DeGale at London's O2 Arena on May 21st in a fight that was waged against a backdrop of mutual animosity, long held rivalry and the need to progress up the professional ladder. Groves emerged from the showdown with more than just the belts, 'Saint' had a serene air of confidence going into the bout and seemed to diminish DeGale's faith during twelve rounds of bitty action.
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Groves: It is Inevitable That I'll Fight James DeGale Again
George Groves is adamant that he will fight James DeGale again, but only when a world title is on the line. DeGale lost his British super middleweight title to Groves back in May at the O2, and the Olympic gold medallist is determined to organise a rematch.
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Groves: I'm Not World Class Yet, Neither is DeGale
British/Commonwealth super middleweight champion George Groves believes James DeGale, the EBU champion, is only fooling himself with his constant boasts of being a world class fighter. Groves won a very close decision over DeGale a few months back. DeGale decisioned Poland’s Piotr Wilczewski on Saturday night to win the European title. Groves defends his belts against Paul Smith next month.
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Steve Collins: DeGale Has So Much More To Learn
Ireland’s Steve Collins won WBO crown at middleweight and super-middleweight during his eleven year pro career. The Dubliner’s biggest triumphs came at 168lbs where he twice defeated Chris Eubank before doing the double over a faded Nigel Benn. A strong willed, strong-arm fighter, the ‘Celtic Warrior’ often had to grit his teeth en route to his biggest victories, he retired in 1997 with a 36-3 (21) slate.
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DeGale: I Want a World Title Fight By The Olympics
On Saturday night. James DeGale became European super middleweight champion as he secured a twelve round majority decision against Piotr Wilczewski in Liverpool. DeGale bounced back from his points defeat by George Groves in May, the first loss of his professional career.
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DeGale, Cleverly Discuss Their Wins; BoxNation Notes
After a protracted build up, months of talk and a thrilling twelve round battle it was Nathan Cleverly who heard the words he wanted as the dream start to the BoxNation era continued. Hot on the heels of the fantastic Liam Walsh vs Paul Appleby scrap, the Welshman and heated rival Tony Bellew served up a fight which exceeded many expectations – a feat in itself considering the anticipation surrounding the clash.
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DeGale's Chin Tested By Wilczewski, Wins EBU Crown
Echo Arena, Liverpool - James DeGale (11-1, 8KOs) won a twelve round majority decision over a very game Piotr Wilczewski (29-2, 10KOs) to win the EBU super middleweight title. The scores were 114-114, 115-113, 115-113. It was DeGale first bout since losing a close decision to George Groves a few months ago.
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DeGale's Trainer Expects James' Best Performance Yet
The last time BoxingScene.com spoke to Jim McDonnell, the trainer of former British super middleweight champion James DeGale, he was an angry man. The scars inflicted upon the team by the defeat to bitter rival George Groves were still raw and the frustration came across clearly in the interview.
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