Thomas Hearns scored a shocking KO 40 years ago against Pipino Cuevas in Joe Louis Arena in Detroit. News Sports Business Opinion Entertainment Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals. SPORTS.

Hearns vs Cuevas. Proceedings commenced, and this day 44 years ago, on 2 August 1980, marked the real introduction of “The Hitman,” one of the most ferocious prizefighters ever.

He will face Pipino Cuevas Jr. (16-9, 14 KOs), the son of former welterweight champion Pipino Cuevas Sr. As far as Diaz is concerned this isn't one a one-shot deal.

BIRMINGHAM – Malik Scott was showing his brother much love, but comparing Deontay Wilder's TKO of Gerald Washington to Thomas “Hitman” Hearns’ demolition of Pipino Cuevas back in 1980?

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Baby Bull Sports & Entertainment is proud to announce that on Saturday, April 13 at the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas’ beloved ...

Emmanuel Robles preserved his unbeaten record following a one-sided 4th round stoppage victory over second-generation boxer Pipino Cuevas Jr. in their CBS Sports Network-televised headliner Friday ...

Erik "El Terrible" Morales, Andy Ruiz Jr., Oscar Valdez, Jackie Nava, Humberto "Chiquita" González, Miguel Berchelt, Jose "Pipino" Cuevas, Alfonso Zamora, Jose Luis Bueno, Jose Antonio "Jaguar ...

With the passing of the 1970s golden era of heavyweight boxing, the days of the heavyweights commanding the big crowds and money were gone. In 1980, the welterweights were now the stars of boxing.

Ex-champ Diaz ends retirement, to face Cuevas. 12y Dan Rafael. Yes, Texas sanctioned Tyson-Paul, but there are three major caveats. 2d Mike Coppinger. What the stats tell us about Mike Tyson vs ...

Declaring that he has "the fire back," former unified lightweight titleholder Juan Diaz is ending a 2½ retirement and is anxious to get back into the ring.

Ex-champ Diaz ends retirement, to face Cuevas. 12y Dan Rafael. Women's boxing divisional rankings: Now undisputed, Rupprecht solidifies spot at 102 pounds. 9h. Tszyu stops Spencer, calls out Thurman.