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Jai Opetaia Stripped Once Again
The IBF has declared its cruiserweight world title vacant, stripping Jai Opetaia. The decision stems from Opetaia’s participation in the Zuffa Boxing 04 main event on March 8, a bout the IBF deemed an “unsanctioned contest.” Despite the Aussie’s victory in the ring, he now finds himself without the IBF belt for the second time. […]
Teenage Boxer Sio Isis Wakes Up From Coma
Isis Sio, the junior flyweight, has woken up from her medically induced coma. The 19-year-old Sio is now speaking and breathing on her own after being successfully weaned off a ventilator. She remains under close observation in the Intensive Care Unit. It follows after Sio was caught in a corner by the undefeated Jocelyn Camarillo, […]
Volkanovski Responds To Evloev's Callout
Following Movsar Evloev’s majority decision victory over Lerone Murphy at UFC London on March 21, Alexander Volkanovski has responded to talk of a fight. The buildup has already taken a personal turn, with the 31-year-old Evloev using his post-fight platform to target the champion’s age. “Before he gets too old, let’s make it happen. I’m […]
Israel Adesanya Vs. Joe Pyfer Predictions – ‘He's Just Too Fast'
Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is set to face Joe Pyfer on Saturday, as pros picked their winner. Adesanya finds himself in the unfamiliar territory of a three-fight losing streak. Adesanya’s recent slump began with a decision loss to Sean Strickland in late 2023, followed by a fourth-round submission defeat to Dricus Du […]
Sebastian Fundora Vs. Keith Thurman Predictions – ‘He Is Special'
WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora defends his title against Keith Thurman, as pros picked their winner. Fundora is coming off a win in July 2025, where he stopped Tim Tszyu in the seventh. Standing at 6’5½” with an 80-inch reach, Fundora presents a tough match-up. For the 37-year-old Thurman, Saturday night is about proving […]
Liam Davies vs Francesco Grandelli: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The featherweight clash between Liam Davies and Francesco Grandelli is a compelling European-level clash on Saturday night. Davies (17-1, 8 KO’s) has steadily built a reputation as one of the most exciting and aggressive fighters in the super bantamweight division. The British boxer thrives on pressure, combining a high work rate […]
Willy Hutchinson vs Ezra Taylor: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The upcoming light heavyweight bout between Willy Hutchinson and Ezra Taylor takes place on Saturday night. Hutchinson (19-2, 14 KO’s) enters the bout as a fighter many observers see as a potential future contender. Tall, athletic, and confident, Hutchinson fights with a style built around movement, sharp straight punches, and the […]
Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin Jr: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The heavyweight clash between Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin Jr is set to be an explosive fight on Saturday night. Itauma (13-0, 11 KO’s) has quickly become one of the most talked-about young heavyweights in boxing. Still in his teens, Itauma combines speed, balance, and composure in a way rarely seen […]
Holloway Calls Out McGregor
Former BMF Champion Max Holloway called out Conor McGregor for his next fight, saying he will face him at any weight. Following his recent “BMF” title loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 326, Holloway is looking to settle old scores. In August 2013, a 21-year-old, Holloway faced McGregor in Boston. McGregor secured a unanimous decision […]
Ryan Garcia Takes Aim At Terence Crawford
Ryan Garcia claimed Terence Crawford is “overrated” and an “overhyped bum,” claiming he would easily beat the five-division world champion. Garcia’s critique centers on the belief that Crawford’s resume is overrated and that his recent jump to super middleweight—culminating in an undisputed title win over Canelo Álvarez last September—was more about timing than talent. Garcia […]
Roberto Durán Picks His Next World Champion
Roberto Durán has reportedly picked Luis Reynaldo Nuñez to become a world champion. Durán was ringside earlier this month at the Hotel El Panamá to witness the 26-year-old Dominican stop Jhan Estiven Camacho in the first round. Roberto Durán Jr. was in Nuñez’s corner for the fight, working alongside head coach Bob Santos. Santos, who […]
Fundora Vs. Thurman Breakdown
WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora boxes Keith Thurman on Saturday, as we preview this upcoming fight. Fundora enters this bout at the peak of his powers. In his most recent appearance in July 2025, he delivered a career-best performance, stopping Tim Tszyu in the seventh round to retain his WBC belt. For Thurman, this represents […]
Israel Adesanya Vs. Joe Pyfer Breakdown
Israel Adesanya faces Joe Pyfer at UFC Seattle on Saturday, as we preview this upcoming fight. Adesanya enters this bout in the midst of the darkest chapter of his professional career. Having been away from the Octagon for over 13 months, the former middleweight champion is desperately seeking to snap a brutal three-fight losing streak. […]
Tommy Hearns Under Conservatorship
A Michigan judge appointed Ronald Hearns as the sole guardian and conservator for his father, Tommy Hearns. The ruling follows a series of emergency hearings in Oakland County prompted by concerns from Adult Protective Services regarding the 67-year-old’s vulnerability and potential financial exploitation by other family members. This ruling gives Ronald authority over his father’s […]
Ricky Hatton's Inquest Reveals Cause Of Death
Senior Coroner Alison Mutch concluded the inquest into the death of Ricky Hatton, declining to rule his death a suicide. While the medical cause of death was confirmed as strangulation by hanging, the coroner stated she “cannot be satisfied” that the 46-year-old intended to end his life, citing a combination of intoxication, a lack of […]
Who Was Crawford's Toughest Opponent?
Two-weight world champion Regis Prograis shed light on the only time Terence Crawford felt truly in danger during his career. Crawford, who retired in December 2025 after his undisputed super middleweight title win over Canelo Alvarez, shared the revelation with Prograis. According to Prograis, Crawford pointed back to June 28, 2014—the night of his first […]
Evloev Edges Past Murphy At UFC London
Movsar Evloev (20-0) maintained his perfect record by defeating Lerone Murphy (17-1-1) in their featherweight headliner at UFC London. Despite a mid-fight point deduction that nearly cost him the victory, Evloev’s wrestling in the championship rounds proved to be the difference, earning him a majority decision (48-46, 48-46, 47-4). In the opening two rounds, Murphy […]
Adames Beats Williams To Retain WBC Belt
WBC Middleweight Champion Carlos Adames retained his title with a unanimous decision win over Austin Williams, 118-108, 117-109, 117-109, as you can see how the fight played out live. Adames was looking for his third successful defense. He entered the ring following a points victory over Terrell Gausha and a split draw against Hamzah Sheeraz […]
Tyson Fury’s Training Worries Fans
Training footage from Tyson Fury’s base in Thailand surfaced, showing the former champion in a relaxed state as he prepares to face Arslanbek Makhmudov. Working alongside fellow heavyweight Joseph Parker, Fury appeared more interested in dancing and joking between drills. The most significant shift in this camp is Fury’s decision to abandon traditional coaching. After […]
Tom Aspinall Back In The Gym
The UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall shared a high-intensity training clip on Instagram, signaling a step closer to a return. The footage marks Aspinall’s first full-contact session since undergoing surgery to repair damage sustained in his last title defense. Aspinall’s return is a major milestone following the severe injury he suffered at UFC 321 in […]