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Mike Tyson Graces The Cover Of Palm Beach Magazine
Mike Tyson is the face of the new May 2026 issue of Palm Beach Magazine. Tyson, who will celebrate his 60th birthday on June 30, 2026, gave an exclusive insight into his Palm Beach County residence. As he approaches his 60th birthday on June 30, 2026, Tyson opened the doors of his lakeside sanctuary for a […]
What's Next For Jarrell Miller?
Following his victory over Lenier Pero, Jarrell Miller has revitalized his career in the heavyweight division, as we look at what is next. By ending Pero’s unbeaten run in a WBA title eliminator, Miller has opened the door for bigger fights. A domestic clash with former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is an option. Following […]
Miller Gives Pero His First Loss
Jarrell Miller gave previously unbeaten Lenier Pero his first loss, beating him in a WBA Heavyweight Title Eliminator via a unanimous decision: 117-111, 117-111 and 115-113. The win places Miller closer to a shot at unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Pero started sharp out of his southpaw stance, using his straight left to keep Miller […]
One Fighter Picked To Trouble Usyk
Tony Bellew has picked Moses Itauma as the only current heavyweight capable of troubling OIeksandr Usyk. Usyk, who knocked out Bellew to become undisputed cruiserweight champion, has since defeated Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua, and Daniel Dubois a combined six times. However, Bellew insists that the “next generation” has arrived in the form of Itauma. Itauma […]
Spence Vs. Tszyu Eyed For Australia
Errol Spence Jr. vs. Tim Tszyu is being eyed for a summer clash in a junior middleweight fight. The bout is scheduled for July 26, 2026, in Australia, which will broadcast in the United States on July 25. This marks Spence’s first appearance in the ring since his loss to Terence Crawford in July 2023. […]
Teofimo Turns Down World Title Shot
Teofimo Lopez has walked away from the 140-pound division, declining an IBF order to fight for their vacant championship in favor of a permanent move to the 147-pound welterweight division. Lopez allowed the IBF’s deadline to pass without accepting a fight against the number-one contender Lindolfo Delgado. The move confirms that “The Takeover” is prioritizing […]
Ryan Garcia's Return Suffers A Setback
WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia confirmed that his next title defense is moving to the late-summer, as a fight with Conor Benn remains unlikely. The hurdle is due to the stand-off between the two promotions that would be involved. Benn recently finalized a massive five-fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing. Garcia remains with Oscar […]
Tank Davis Accused Of Ducking This Fighter
Floyd Schofield’s team has officially called out Gervonta Davis for allegedly hiding behind his “Champion in Recess” status and ducking. The dispute centers on the WBA’s decision in January 2026 to designate Davis as its “Champion in Recess” for the lightweight belt. This move was made after Tank’s legal challenges, which included allegations of battery, […]
Ryan Garcia Wants Tank Davis Rematch
Ryan Garcia used the three-year anniversary of his first professional loss to publicly challenge Gervonta Davis to a rematch. The first fight ended in a loss for Ryan after it ended via a seventh-round liver shot from Davis. Garcia previously said the 136-pound catchweight and the 10-pound rehydration limit essentially stripped him of his power […]
Stevenson Slams Benn, Calls Him Scared
Shakur Stevenson, the undefeated WBO 140-pound champ, says Conor Benn is intentionally avoiding a clash. The friction intensified following the events of April 11, where Benn secured a victory over veteran Regis Prograis. Stevenson was unimpressed by the showing, labeling the performance “mediocre.” While both fighters have verbally agreed that 147 pounds (Welterweight) is the […]
Two More Furys Crowned North West Champions
Shane Fury Jr. and Johnboy Fury—nephews of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury—triumphed at the North West Regional Championships. The success of the two brothers, sons of Tyson’s younger brother Shane, reinforces the idea that the “Fury family” boxing lineage remains strong. Tyson’s nephew, Fury Jr., proved his consistency by capturing the North West regional championship for […]
Jaron Ennis Targets Undisputed
Jaron Ennis says his goal is to become the undisputed junior middleweight champion ahead of his unification clash against the WBO and WBA junior middleweight champion Xander Zayas on June 27. The bout will see Ennis attempt to claim the WBO and WBA world titles in only his second fight at 154 pounds. After unifying […]
Lawrence Okolie's VADA Test Shows An Adverse Finding
Heavyweight Lawrence Okolie’s VADA test showed an adverse finding ahead of his Tony Yoka fight on Saturday, as the bout could be in doubt. Okolie currently occupies the WBO’s #1 contender spot, meaning a win solidifies his claim to facing unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Moving to heavyweight has suited “The Sauce,” who has secured […]
Jarrell Miller Vs. Lenier Pero Predictions – ‘He's In Trouble'
Jarrell Miller and Lenier Pero will meet in a 12-round WBA title eliminator on Saturday, as fans picked their winner. Miller enters this weekend coming off a hard-fought split-decision victory over Kingsley Ibeh in February 2026. Currently ranked #9 by the WBA, Miller knows a win over the #2-ranked Pero is the only way to […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s Career Stalls Over Mandatory Arbitration
Vergil Ortiz Jr. will remain out of action through the mid-year mark as his lawsuit against Golden Boy Promotions heads to mandatory arbitration on July 14. The ruling by Judge Cristina D. Silva places the boxer in limbo, preventing him from making his next move. Under the current order, Ortiz is strictly prohibited from engaging […]
Jarrell Miller Vs. Lenier Pero Breakdown
Jarrell Miller will face Lenier Pero in a 12-round WBA heavyweight title eliminator on Saturday, as we preview the upcoming fight. Miller’s last outing was in January 2026, a split-decision victory over Kingsley Ibeh. Miller has reportedly added trainer “Bozy” Ennis to his corner for this camp. At 37, Miller knows this is likely his […]
Lawrence Okolie Vs. Tony Yoka Breakdown
Two-weight world champion Lawrence Okolie will face Tony Yoka on Saturday in a heavyweight clash, as we preview the upcoming fight. Okolie is currently ranked as the WBO’s #1 heavyweight contender. Since moving up to heavyweight, Okolie has racked up three wins on the bounce. His most recent win was a stoppage win against Ebenezer […]
What Is Next For Alycia Baumgardner?
Alycia Baumgardner successfully defended her unified super featherweight titles (IBF and WBO) to defeat South Korea’s Bo Mi Re Shin, as we look at what could be next. The champion proved why she remains the queen of the 130lb division, navigating ten rounds of three-minute action to secure a wide unanimous decision (98-92, 98-92, 99-91). […]
What's Next For Ben Whittaker?
Following his dominant first-round stoppage of Braian Suarez, we will take a look at what could be next for Ben Whittaker. The most immediate step in Whittaker’s career is a US debut. Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn has already outlined plans for Whittaker to make his U.S. debut in June 2026. He is expected to feature […]
Whittaker Stops Suarez In A Round
Ben Whittaker needed less than three minutes to stop Braian Nahuel Suarez in a first-round knockout, as you can see how the fight played out live. “The Surgeon” quickly got to work. While Suarez was billed as a dangerous power-puncher capable of testing the Olympic silver medalist, the gap in class was evident from the […]