Anthony Crolla said his narrow win over Frank Urquiaga provided the “closure” he needed to “definitely close the book” on his fight career. Crolla, 32, claimed a majority decision points win at Manchester Arena to end a 13-year career in professional boxing. The former WBA world lightweight champion said he knew “after four rounds” that the “time was right” to …
01Nov
Crolla’s Final Fight WeekCrolla’s Final Fight Week
His final fight day is nearly here! Anthony will return to the Radisson Blu Hotel this lunchtime for his weigh-in before his last dance bout on Saturday 2nd November. At the press conference yesterday, long-time trainer, Joe Gallagher paid tribute to the loyal fighter, who’s had an incredible career and will have the send off he deserves come Saturday night …
30Oct
Anthony Crolla: Sparring, Fighting, Persevering & RetiringAnthony Crolla: Sparring, Fighting, Persevering & Retiring
Brilliant write up from Luke Reddy from BBC Sport ahead of Anthony Crolla’s finale. Snapshot below – full article link at the end. The bell sounds and there are three minutes on the clock. This is the final round Anthony Crolla will ever spar as a professional boxer. One more time around. There have been thousands of these three-minute segments …
28Oct
Anthony Crolla’s Final Fight WeekAnthony Crolla’s Final Fight Week
It’s here! Anthony Crolla’s final fight week of his career. On Saturday 2nd November, ‘Million Dollar’ will return to his much-loved Manchester Arena, alongside his long-time trainer, Joe Gallagher, for one last dance with Frank Urquiaga. Full fight week schedule is set to be confirmed shortly, with the media workout due to take place on Wednesday. Stay tuned for more …
22Oct
Ltd Edition Last Dance T-shirts Now AvailableLtd Edition Last Dance T-shirts Now Available
To mark the end of a hugely successful partnership between Anthony Crolla and Joe Gallagher, limited edition ‘Last Dance’ t-shirts are now available here: https://gallaghersgym.shop/ Order now to get in time for Anthony’s farewell fight at the Manchester Arena, on Saturday 2nd November vs Frank Urquiaga for the WBA continental lightweight title. Available in black and grey for £21.99.
22Oct
Anthony Crolla’s Opponent Named For His Last DanceAnthony Crolla’s Opponent Named For His Last Dance
Anthony Crolla will face Frank Urquiaga for the WBA continental lightweight title in his farewell fight at Manchester Arena on Saturday, November 2, live on Sky Sports. Former lightweight world champion Crolla (34-7-3, 13 KOs) fittingly returns to the scene of his greatest triumph to call the curtains on a memorable career after challenging pound-for-pound star Vasiliy Lomachenko for the …
17Jun
Ringside Stories Events With Gallagher & CrollaRingside Stories Events With Gallagher & Crolla
Joe Gallagher and Anthony Crolla have today announced they will be teaming up for a series of ‘Ringside Stories’ events. Fans will have the chance to hear exclusive stories on insights on their hugely successful careers. Alongside host Steve Bunce, the pair will discuss – the highs – from Anthony becoming world champion and Joe winning the prestige honour of …
15Apr
Anthony Crolla Nearing End Of Career Following Loma DefeatAnthony Crolla Nearing End Of Career Following Loma Defeat
Anthony Crolla, the much loved Manchester man, has reached the pinnacle of the sport, but can now see the light at the end of the tunnel. Anthony admitted his time in boxing is nearly up following defeat to Vasyl Lomachenko on Friday night. The 32-year-old was knocked out in the fourth round by the pound-for-pound star in what was a …
20Feb
Lomachenko Date Set For Anthony Crolla In LALomachenko Date Set For Anthony Crolla In LA
Vasiliy Lomachenko. The Ring lightweight champion, will put his belt on the line against Anthony Crolla on 12th April at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, it was revealed Tuesday. Lomachenko, The Ring’s No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter, was originally slated to meet Richard Commey in a unification fight on April 12. However, Commey suffered a right hand injury during a …
13Feb
Anthony Crolla Preparing For ‘Date With Destiny’Anthony Crolla Preparing For ‘Date With Destiny’
The negotiations are on going but Anthony Crolla and Vasyl Lomachenko are in camp for a potential showdown as soon as April. Anthony Crolla is preparing for “a date with destiny” against WBA and WBO lightweight world champion Vasyl Lomachenko. Lomachenko is one of the finest fighters pound for pound in the world today but Crolla, a former world champion, …