With two sites for the July 14 “World Championship Boxing” tripleheader, Lampley and Merchant will be working from Carson, Cal., while Papa and Kellerman are in Atlantic City. Upcoming HBO announcer assignments include: Jim Lampley, Larry Merchant, Emanuel Steward and Harold Lederman for the June 9 HBO Pay-Per-View program from Madison Square Garden Bob Papa, Lennox Lewis and Lederman for the June 16 “HBO Boxing After Dark” card Lampley, Kellerman, Steward and Lederman for the June 23 “World Championship Boxing” presentation from Las Vegas and Lampley, Merchant, Lewis and Lederman for the July 7 “World Championship Boxing” HBO show in Cologne, Germany. “We feel the winners are our subscribers, who will continue to get honest and insightful commentary from all our broadcast talent.”

“It’s exciting to have Larry continue with his unique perspective on our telecasts and to expand the role of Max Kellerman,” said Rick Bernstein, executive producer of HBO Sports. Among Kellerman’s upcoming assignments are: the June 23 Hatton-Castillo fight in Las Vegas the Atlantic City portion of the July 14 “World Championship Boxing” tripleheader and the July 21 HBO Pay-Per-View event from Las Vegas, featuring Bernard Hopkins and Winky Wright.

Max Kellerman, who joined HBO Sports in April 2006, will also work “World Championship Boxing” events, alternating the workload with Merchant. Walker Award for long and meritorious service. Merchant's tenure with the Warner Bros.-owned company included commentary teamwork with Sugar Ray Leonard, Max Kellerman, George Foreman, Lennox Lewis, Roy Jones Jr., and a host of others.On June 8 in New York City, Merchant will be honored by the Boxing Writers Association of America with the James J. In response, the father of two declared, 'I wish I was 50 years younger and I'd kick your a-.' In the midst of all the controversy, Merchant was undoubtedly one of the most respected boxing minds in the business.Īccording to Bleacher Report, ESPN's Dan Rafael has, on multiple occasions, called Merchant 'the greatest television boxing analyst of all time.' You ain't s- All of these boxing experts - how can you be a boxing expert if you never had a fight before?' They can put somebody else up here to give me an interview. The 46-year-old said to Merchant, 'You never give me a fair shake. It is well known that the Brooklyn native shot back at Mayweather on that night in 2011 when the former professional boxer knocked out Victor Ortiz which exemplifies what made him special. Merchant, commencing his sports career as a columnist, rose to become boxing's most prominent and controversial figure during his 35-year tenure at HBO Sports.Īs an analyst, ringside commentator, and post-fight interviewer, he engaged in heated disputes with notable figures like Mike Tyson, Mayweather, and Oscar De La Hoya. 'Both sides decided it was as good a time as any to do this. Merchant's Post-Fight Conversation With Mayweather Was One For The Booksĭigging into the often controversial boxing analyst's 2012 retirement after a remarkable three-decade run with HBO, his final fight was part of a 'World Championship Boxing' card in Houston, Texas. In addition to his contributions to boxing, Merchant has showcased his acting talent in Hollywood films such as 'I Spy,' 'Rocky Balboa,' and 'The Fighter.' Additionally, he was awarded the Sam Taub Memorial Award for Excellence in Boxing Broadcast Journalism by the BWAA in 1985. Merchant is well-known for his iconic moments in boxing, including a post-fight argument with Floyd Mayweather Jr., showcasing his unflappable demeanor in the face of Mayweather's outburst.Įven though Merchant, born Larry Kaufman, retired from broadcasting after the Decemtelecast of HBO's 'World Championship Boxing,' he is still remembered for his exceptional broadcasting skills.

While fans wait for the next update on the HBO boxing commentator, it is worth noting that the 92-year-old has been a prominent figure in the boxing world, often referred to as 'The greatest television boxing analyst of all time.' DiBella shared via social media, 'Prayers up for a great man, my dear friend Larry.'Īccording to reports, Merchant is being kept in the critical care unit and it remains unknown what triggered the health scare. Promoter and former HBO executive Lou DiBella expressed his concern on social media, leading to an outpouring of support for Merchant.

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