
From jail to jubilation for Richardson Hitchins’ trainer Lenny Wilson
Lenny Wilson left prison 30 years ago, first met Hitchins 17 years ago and now has guided the New York City fighter to his first world title
Richardson Hitchins: record, next fight and profile →

Lenny Wilson left prison 30 years ago, first met Hitchins 17 years ago and now has guided the New York City fighter to his first world title

Owen Lewis says that Richardson Hitchins' IBF belt now gives him something other super lightweights want, while the manner in which he took it from Liam Paro should also win the respect of fans

New champ Hitchins kept it close early, then controlled remainder of the fight with his jab. Hitchinson had a 73-42 edge in punches landed in 7 thru 12. Paro never got his offense going, landing single digits in every round but the last.

The words of trainer Lenny Wilson lit a fire under Richardson Hitchins after a frustrating fourth round. By the fifth, Hitchins turned the tide, stepping up his aggression and showcasing the skill that would crown him Brooklyn’s newest world champion.

The saying “You're only as good as your last performance” rings true, especially for boxing. For Richardson Hitchins (18-0, 7 KOs), the inconvenient truth is that he was fortunate to edge Gustavo Lemos in a decision victory in April. Lemos has already returned, however, and was knocked out in two rounds against Kewyshawn Davis last month.

Liam Paro and Richardson Hitchins are officially on weight and ready to battle for the IBF junior welterweight title tomorrow in Puerto Rico.

Liam Paro and Richardson Hitchins are set to clash Saturday night, and while the junior welterweight title is officially on the line, what’s truly at stake is a ticket to boxing’s main stage.

Ahead of Liam Paro's IBF junior welterweight title defense against Richardson Hitchins on December 7, Jamaine Ortiz has tipped the champion to triumph.

The last time we saw Richardson Hitchins in April, he looked vulnerable in a fight against Gustavo Lemos, as many observers believe he lost the contest despite being awarded a split decision win.
