Ruslan Chagaev

Israil Madrimov and boxing’s rising forces from Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan has entered a rich period in its boxing history, with Israil Madrimov set to defend his 154-pound title against Terence Crawford and several Uzbek boxers going for gold at the Paris Olympics.

Hall of Famer Kenny Adams Recalls Some of Boxing’s Highs and Lows

New International Boxing Hall of Fame coach Kenny Adams worked with dozens of notable fighters, but it’s possibly his glory days with the U.S. Olympic team he remembers most fondly.

Ruslan Chagaev Rejects Farewell Fight, Intends To Stay Retired

Ruslan Chagaev (34-3-1, 21KOs) has no intention of coming back to the sport, according to his manager. Back on July 25th, the WBA World Championships Committee issued a resolution to strip him of his WBA 'regular' heavyweight title - for not fulfill...

Lucas Browne Speculates That Tainted Steak Led To Failed Test

Cleared heavyweight boxer Lucas Browne is angry. And the Australian has vowed to take out his frustrations on his next opponent when he attempts to re-write the record books again.

Ruslan Chagaev is Found, Retires From Boxing

On July 25th, the WBA World Championships Committee issued a resolution to strip Ruslan Chagaev (34-3-1, 21KOs) of his WBA 'regular' heavyweight title - for fulfilling his mandatory commitment within the specified time period.

Ruslan Chagaev Vanishes, Stripped of The WBA World Title

The WBA World Championships Committee issued a resolution regarding Ruslan Chagaev, who until now held the organization's 'regular' heavyweight title. Chagaev has not to fulfilled his mandatory commitments within the division.

Chagaev's Manager Says His Fighter Will Defend Against Oquendo

As previously reported on BoxingScene.com, the World Boxing Association stripped Lucas Browne of the WBA's 'regular' heavyweight title after his B-sample tested positive for clenbuterol.

Lucas Browne's B Sample Positive: Stripped By WBA, Suspended

The World Boxing Association has advised BoxingScene.com that Lucas Browne was stripped of the WBA's 'regular' heavyweight title after his B-sample tested positive for clenbuterol.

Lucas Browne Plans Investigation While Awaiting B-Sample Results

Having been given a full week to mull over various options, Lucas Browne and his team have opted to go the investigatory route in efforts to clear the fighter’s name.

Lucas Browne: I'm Completely Innocent, Not a Drug User or Cheat

Australia's world heavyweight boxing champion Lucas Browne says he is completely innocent of doping but has no idea if he can clear his name. The WBA this week announced the 36-year-old Browne had tested positive in his A sample to banned substance c...

Browne, Hatton Promotions Speak On Recent Drug Test Results

In the wake of the leaked drug test results surrounding his recent title-winning knockout over Ruslan Chagaev, unbeaten heavyweight titlist Lucas Browne and his team maintain innocence through recently released separate statements.

Haumono Shreds Lucas Browne Over Test: Accept Who You Are!

Solomon Haumono has accused Australia's first world heavyweight boxing champion, Lucas Browne, of being a fraud after he failed a post-fight doping test. Browne is puzzled and considering his legal options after news broke that he tested positive to...

WBA Will Wait For B-Sample, Lucas Browne Getting Lawyer

As previously reported, Lucas Browne, who recently captured the 'regular' world heavyweight championship of the World Boxing Association, has tested positive for Clenbuterol - according to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA).

Lucas Browne Fails Drug Test, Title Victory Now in Doubt

Australia's first world heavyweight boxing champion Lucas Browne has reportedly failed a post-fight doping test and will likely be stripped of his belt. Browne tested positive to the banned substance clenbuterol in a urine test after his fight aga...

Browne: When Chagaev Dropped, I Knew I Had To Go For The Kill

Lucas Browne is the self-proclaimed 'Big Daddy' of world boxing. Unheralded and virtually unknown outside the Australian boxing fraternity last week, the father of three is enjoying a meteoric rise despite being a relative newcomer to the sport.