Taking The Punches: Mike Edwards

New book Taking The Punches is the story of the cut-throat world of promoting in New Zealand boxing, as told by legendary trainer and promoter Mike Edwards.

Not a good idea to get in the ring with any of these guys. From left: Joseph Parker, Mike Edwards, Kevin Barry and Izu Ugonoh (Joseph’s sparring partner).

New Zealand lightweight champion Santos Pakau, as Mike Edwards prepares him for his PABA bout. "His only loss under my banner before he went to the USA to further his career."

Legendary trainer and boxing promoter Mike Edwards

Cover of Taking The Punches, by Mike Edwards

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