Benard Hopkins Calls Victory in Saturday Fight a “Warm Up”
Bernard Hopkins may be 49 years old, but that doesn’t mean he’s any less skilled than he was in his more youthful days. The light-heavyweight champion retained his IBF title and managed to strip his opponent Beibut Shumenov of his WBA title in the process.
While many people believe that Hopkins delivered a dominant performance that was far superior to his opponent who was 19 years younger than him, one judge, Gustavo Padilla, believed that Shumenov was was the victor. Despite Hopkins flooring his opponent with a hard right hand in the 11th round, Padilla scored the fight 114-113 in favor of Shumenov. Meanwhile, judges Jerry Roth and Dave Moretti scored the bout 116-111 for Hopkins. Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer was disgusted with Padilla’s scorecard and thinks he should be fired for his lack of awareness.
“That is complete bullsh*t,” Shaefer said following the showdown. “That’s another judge that should be retired.”
Hopkins’ ring generalship and overall boxing knowledge allowed him to connect with 49% of his 383 punches thrown; meanwhile he managed to make Shumenov land a mere 20%. He spoke on his ability to make Shumenov miss so much and his overall performance, and where he ranks among the best in the world during his post-fight interview, where he stated:
“I didn’t do that when I was 30. He was really surprised the way I could stand there and let him miss. Boxing is a science. If you don’t have to get hit, don’t. You don’t want someone else counting your money.
“The pound-for-pound best fighter in the world right now is Floyd Mayweather. I’ll tell you, behind Andre Ward, who I believe is second and should be, I’m not that far from the top three. My age and the way I’m doing it. I’m just telling you, I’m not done yet.”
Following his fight, B-Hop posted up a series of pictures and videos on his Instagram account where he boasted about his win only serving as a “warm-up” for his Monday, April 21st, training.
“Yo I hope everybody enjoyed the fight,” B-Hop stated in one Instagram video. “That was a warm-up. That was warm-up for my Monday training. So that was warm-up-Satuday. Now I’m getting ready for the second warm-up.”
Not everyone can be a winner. Detroit native and hip-hop sensation 42 Dugg is back with a fiery new single, Win Wit Us. The track, a precursor to his highly anticipated album 4eva Us, Neva Them, showcases Dugg’s signature style and lyrical prowess. In the brand new single, produced by FLEXONTHEBEAT, TyMaz, and Marshak, Dugg calls out those who try to ride his wave without putting in the work, cementing his stance in the rap game. The release is accompanied by an official music video directed by Counter Point, where Dugg and his crew dominate the streets and clubs of Detroit, visually reinforcing his message of loyalty and resilience. Dugg raps in the hard-hitting track:
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Dugg previously teased this new era of his music with a trailer featuring Hill Harper, further building anticipation among his fans. “Win Wit Us” follows a series of recent hits including Wock N Red, SpinDatBac, and Go Again. Earlier this year, Dugg made a triumphant return to the stage with a sold-out “Welcome Home” show at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena, featuring appearances by superstars like Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, and more. Notably, the event saw Dugg unite Detroit’s rival hip-hop factions, Doughboyz Cashout and Team Eastside, in a historic move to end the city’s East-West beef. Fans can expect even more groundbreaking music from Dugg as he gears up for his upcoming album. Don’t miss out on the latest single available for streaming here and watch the music video below. Link up with 42 Dugg on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Reckless Rhymacide’s “It’s Yo Birthday” showcases his unique flair for blending contemporary sounds with familiar themes, ensuring the song resonates with a wide audience. Whodunit Beats’ production enhances the track with deep, rhythmic basslines and sleek instrumentation, creating an immersive experience that draws listeners in. As the song gains traction, it’s poised to redefine how birthdays are celebrated, combining tradition with a fresh, energetic sound that captures the essence of today’s music scene.
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