Tag: Akin “Ak” Reyes

Video: Ak and Barak: Should Oscar De La Hoya come back?

The Ak & Barak Show hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss Oscar De La Hoya’s plan to return to the ring at 47.

Oscar De La Hoya recently announced his intention to return to the ring at 47 years old.

The Golden Boy hasn’t fought since he was stopped by Manny Pacquiao in 2008, a horrible beating that convinced him that he could no longer fight to his standards.

Twelve years later, inspired by Mike Tyson’s comeback, he has the itch to give it another try.

Good idea? Or is the once-great boxer courting disaster?

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Aken Reyes and Barak Bess give their thoughts on the fighter-turned-promoter-turned fighter-again.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak and Barak: Should Oscar De La Hoya come back?

The Ak & Barak Show hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss Oscar De La Hoya’s plan to return to the ring at 47.

Oscar De La Hoya recently announced his intention to return to the ring at 47 years old.

The Golden Boy hasn’t fought since he was stopped by Manny Pacquiao in 2008, a horrible beating that convinced him that he could no longer fight to his standards.

Twelve years later, inspired by Mike Tyson’s comeback, he has the itch to give it another try.

Good idea? Or is the once-great boxer courting disaster?

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Aken Reyes and Barak Bess give their thoughts on the fighter-turned-promoter-turned fighter-again.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Has Floyd Mayweather’s outlook changed?

Floyd Mayweather was rocked by the death of uncle and longtime mentor Roger Mayweather in March, as well as the passing of Josie Harris, the mother of his children. Have those events changed his outlook on life? Well, he seems to have renewed his …

Floyd Mayweather was rocked by the death of uncle and longtime mentor Roger Mayweather in March, as well as the passing of Josie Harris, the mother of his children.

Have those events changed his outlook on life? Well, he seems to have renewed his commitment to something he has always loved: boxing.

For example, he seems to be more hands on in the gym with the fighters he promotes. That includes the talented Gervonta Davis, with whom he has feuded the past few years.

Mayweather has even talked about making a serious run at becoming a trainer.

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss whether Mayweather has evolved as person.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Could Mike Tyson-Roy Jones spin out of control?

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. is set for Sept. 12. The legends will meet on that date on pay-per-view at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif., in what has been billed as an exhibition, with proceeds to go to charity. California officials say …

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. is set for Sept. 12.

The legends will meet on that date on pay-per-view at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif., in what has been billed as an exhibition, with proceeds to go to charity.

California officials say the “fight” will resemble a light sparing session, which many would argue makes sense given the ages of the 50-something principals.

However, once the opening bell rings and the adranline starts flowing, could the action be ratcheted up a notch? Could the geezers suddenly get serious in there?

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss that topic and more.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

 

 

Video: Ak & Barak: Bob Arum discusses status of Fury-Wilder III

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, the hosts discuss the status of Tyson Fury-Deontay Wilder III with promoter Bob Arum.

Heavyweight titleholder Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder are expected to meet for a third time before the end of the year.

Exactly when and where is uncertain.

They could meet in a bubble somewhere without spectators but that isn’t likely to happen because of the revenue that would be lost. The live gate would be huge.

Thus, the fighters’ handlers are trying to find a date and location — possibly outside the U.S. — that would allow at least a limited number of fans to attend the event.

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss the status of Fury-Wilder with promoter Bob Arum, the co-promoter of Fury. Here’s what Arum had to say.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Is Dillian Whyte’s plight a blight on boxing?

Dillian Whyte has been the WBC’s No. 1 contender for most of the last 2½ years and is still waiting to fight for the heavyweight title. And the Londoner won’t be doing so in his next fight, a scheduled 12-rounder against Alexander Povetkin on Aug. …

Dillian Whyte has been the WBC’s No. 1 contender for most of the last 2½ years and is still waiting to fight for the heavyweight title.

And the Londoner won’t be doing so in his next fight, a scheduled 12-rounder against Alexander Povetkin on Aug. 22 at Matchroom Boxing’s “Fight Camp” outside London.

When will it happen for Whyte, assuming he beats Povetkin? No one knows.

The WBC titleholder, Tyson Fury, is expected to face Deontay Wilder a third time in the next several months and there has been talk of Fury going directly into a showdown with fellow titleholder Anthony Joshua.

Is Whyte getting screwed? If so, it that an indication that boxing is getting it wrong? Or is the fact that Fury is pursuing fights the fans want to see a good sign?

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss that topic.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Errol Spence Jr. vs. Danny Garcia is big

Errol Spence Jr. and Danny Garcia reportedly have agreed to fight in November.

Errol Spence Jr. and Danny Garcia reportedly have agreed to fight in November, although that date could be pushed back if it becomes possible for fans to attend the event.

Spence, ranked No. 7 on the Boxing Junkie pound-for-pound list, survived a horrific one-car accident in October. Thus, some assumed that the welterweight titleholder would take a tune-up fight instead of jumping into the ring with a genuine threat.

Well, Spence is rolling the dice. Garcia is a former two-division titleholder and one of the top 147-pounderes in the business.

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss what is arguably the most-compelling post-lockdown matchup.

Here’s what they had to say.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Could Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. escalate?

Mike Tyson’s comeback fight is set. Iron Mike, who has been out of the ring for 15 years, will face Roy Jones Jr. in an eight-round exhibition Sept. 12 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif., on pay-per-view. The event reportedly is not …

Mike Tyson’s comeback fight is set.

Iron Mike, who has been out of the ring for 15 years, will face Roy Jones Jr. in an eight-round exhibition Sept. 12 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif., on pay-per-view.

The event reportedly is not meant to be an actual fight, only a look at two 50-something boxing legends “moving around the ring,” as California State Athletic Commission Executive Director Andy Foster put it.

But will it stop there? Could it escalate to something more than that in the heat of battle?

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss how they believe the Tyson-Jones “fight” might play out.

Here’s what they had to say.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Does Golovkin need to beat Canelo for his legacy?

Canelo Alvarez and Gennadiy Golovkin have reiterated that they are interested in a third fight, probably next year. The first two were close, with Alvarez-GGG I ending in a controversial draw (most believe Golovkin won) in 2017 and Alvarez winning a …

Canelo Alvarez and Gennadiy Golovkin have reiterated that they are interested in a third fight, probably next year.

The first two were close, with Alvarez-GGG I ending in a controversial draw (most believe Golovkin won) in 2017 and Alvarez winning a majority decision in the rematch the following year.

Alvarez is scheduled to fight next in September, although no opponent has been selected. And Golovkin is expected to defend his 160-pound title against Kamil Szeremeta, also possibly in September.

Alvarez-GGG III could come after that if they both win.

If Alvarez wins the third fight, it will prove that he was the better of the two and enhance his reputation as one of the best fighters of his era. The same with Golovkin, although it might also be the single victory that defines him.

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss the potential matchup and its significance..

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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Video: Ak & Barak: Who should Sergiy Derevyanchenko fight next?

Sergiy Derevyanchenko reportedly has received offers from both Canelo Alvarez and Jermall Charlo. The talented, rugged Ukrainian would fight Alvarez at 168 pounds in September and Charlo for the Houston star’s 160-pound title sometime in the fall. …

Sergiy Derevyanchenko reportedly has received offers from both Canelo Alvarez and Jermall Charlo.

The talented, rugged Ukrainian would fight Alvarez at 168 pounds in September and Charlo for the Houston star’s 160-pound title sometime in the fall.

Which fight would you take?

If Derevyanchenko fights and beats Alvarez, his career skyrockets. If he beats Charlo, he wins his first major title and gains considerable leverage going forward.

In this episode of The Ak & Barak Show, courtesy of DAZN, hosts Akin Reyes and Barak Bess discuss Derevyanchenko’s immediate future.

The Ak & Barak Show is available on DAZN and Sirius XM Fight Nation, Channel 156.

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