  Ward weights heavier than Abraham May 14, 2011 - 10:48 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Both Arthur Abraham and Andre Ward appeared ripped and ready for their Super Six World Boxing Classic semifinal match at the weighin on Friday, May 13. Ward, who will attempt to defend his WBA super middleweight title against Abraham on Saturday, tipped the scales at 168 pounds, the division limit. Abraham weighed in at 167 pounds. Ward and Abraham will clash at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. Showtime will televise in the U.S. Both fighters exuded confidence at the weighin, which took place at the Crown Plaza LAX, The Ring TV reported.   Top stories Armenian gymnast, Olympic bronze medalist Artur Davtyan has reached the finals of the World Cup. Gor Manvelyan has denied reports alleging that he has expressed a desire to one day play for the French national team. Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not considering FC Spartak Moscow as his next haven, according to fresh reports. 10 Armenian lifters will compete in the 2021 World Championships scheduled to be held from 7 to 17 December in Tashkent.   Partner news |  Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
