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Liam Paro eyes legacy fights after securing world title
Liam Paro says his world title secured massive paydays and he's targeting legacy fights at light welterweight, telling Ring Magazine he doesn't want to die wondering.
Khan inspired 'majority' of South Asian boxers, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan's success inspired the majority of South Asian boxers in Britain, lighting a fire in an entire generation who saw representation at elite level.
Gallagher targets world title after MVP signing
Tysie Gallagher says she will become world champion after signing with MVP. The British boxer told BBC Sport her global ambitions are now within reach.
Shields says every fight now about legacy ahead of Scott bout
Claressa Shields says her middleweight title fight against Kaye Scott is about legacy and pushing boundaries for women's boxing and her promotional company.
Paro speechless after taking IBF welterweight title from Crocker
Liam Paro took the IBF welterweight title from Lewis Crocker on points in Australia, ending the champion's unbeaten run in a hard-fought contest.
Liam Paro beats Lewis Crocker by UD on 24 June 2026
Liam Paro defeated Lewis Crocker by UD on 24 June 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Crocker vows 'great performance' in Paro title defence
Lewis Crocker says his IBF welterweight defence against Liam Paro will be a great performance after winning his world title as an underdog last time out.
Ennis vows to bring Zayas titles 'back home to Philly'
Jaron Ennis says he will take Xander Zayas's WBA and WBO junior middleweight titles back to Philadelphia, promising a knockout in their upcoming clash.
Liam Paro beats Lewis Crocker on 24 June 2026
Liam Paro defeated Lewis Crocker on 24 June 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Aaron McKenna challenges Chris Eubank Jr to fight in Ireland
Aaron McKenna has invited Chris Eubank Jr to Ireland for a middleweight showdown, issuing the challenge after his latest fight in Dublin.
Crocker welcomes underdog status against Paro in Belfast
Lewis Crocker says fighting as the underdog against Liam Paro in Belfast eases the mental burden after previously being the home favourite in his welterweight clash.
Xander Zayas sees openings in Jaron Ennis defence
Xander Zayas says Jaron Ennis is vulnerable to straight punches and hooks, calling out defensive gaps ahead of a potential light middleweight clash.
Johnson backs Zayas to surprise doubters against Ennis
Tiger Johnson says Xander Zayas is being underestimated ahead of a potential welterweight clash with Jaron Ennis, calling the young fighter very skilled.
Crocker relishing underdog role against Paro
Lewis Crocker says facing favourite Liam Paro takes pressure off him. The welterweight contender told BBC Sport he is prepared for the underdog role.
Sam Hickey eyes highlight reel finish against Brad Axe
Sam Hickey says Brad Axe's ambition will create chances for a highlight finish when they meet on 8 August in Dublin, speaking to Sky Sports.
Itauma eyes Kabayel fight if Usyk vacates heavyweight title
Moses Itauma says he would fight Agit Kabayel for a vacant heavyweight title if Oleksandr Usyk relinquishes the belt, speaking to Sky Sports ahead of his Hrgovic clash.
Crocker says underdog role brings ease ahead of Paro bout
Lewis Crocker says fighting as the underdog against Liam Paro takes pressure off his preparation. The welterweight challenger welcomes the shift in expectation.
Lee Selby explains bareknuckle switch after declining first two offers
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle contract after declining two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the prize in prizefighting is money.
Lee Selby reveals three-offer bareknuckle deal that finally won him over
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle boxing deal after rejecting two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport money was the deciding factor in his move.
Crocker says Paro favourite status eases pressure ahead of clash
Lewis Crocker says Liam Paro's status as odds-on favourite has taken pressure off him ahead of their welterweight clash, having previously struggled with that role.