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Berlanga Says Canelo Is Overlooking Him – ‘The People Will See'
Edgar Berlanga has warned Canelo Alvarez of overlooking him ahead of their super middleweight clash. They face off on September 14 during Mexican Independence Weekend. Canelo will defend his WBO, WBC, and WBA belts against Berlanga, who is looking for a first-world title. Berlanga is 22-0 with 17 knockouts to his name. However, he has […]
Danny Simpson Wants To Box Wayne Rooney
Danny Simpson has called out former Manchester United soccer player Wayne Rooney for a boxing fight. Simpson played with Rooney during their time at United. However, following his retirement, Simpson entered boxing. He made his debut on Misfits against YouTuber Danny Aarons. The match was competitive, as Simpson held his own. However, it was not […]
Caleb Plant And Rolly Romero Set To Take First Steps On Paths To Redemption
The undercard for Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’s world title fight with Edgar Berlanga next week may lack the strength in depth of a Riyadh Season show, but with Caleb Plant and Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero, it does feature two former champions aiming to launch the next phase of their careers. Former IBF super-middleweight champion Plant (22-2-0 13 […]
Dubois Hopes Win Against Joshua Will Lead To Usyk Rematch: ‘We Have Unfinished Business’
IBF heavyweight title holder Daniel Dubois says he is determined to land a rematch with unified champion Oleksandr Usyk – once he’s defeated Anthony Joshua later this month. Dubois (21-2-0 20 KO) makes the first defense of his IBF title against former two-time world champion Joshua on September 21 at Wembley Stadium in London, England. […]
Keyshawn Davis And Brothers Aim To Emulate Pernell Whitaker With Homecoming Show
Kelvin Davis has said it’s a “blessing” to be able to take big-time boxing to his hometown of Norfolk, Virginia for a show that will be headlined by his brother Keyshawn. Lightweight contender Keyshawn (11-0-0 7 KO) will top the bill at Scope Arena on November 8 against experienced Argentine Gustavo Daniel Lemos (29-1-0 19 […]
Ryan Garcia ‘Agrees' To Fight Jose Valenzuela
Ryan Garcia verbally agreed to fight Jose Valenzuela after the pair had traded words. Garcia is currently serving a year ban following a failed test for Ostarine. This meant Garcia’s victory against Devin Haney became a no-contest, overturning the biggest win of his career. Garcia has recently returned to training. He will be allowed to […]
De La Hoya Chooses Dana White Over Canelo – ‘It Will Be Great To Hang Out'
Oscar De La Hoya has caused mass controversy by saying he will attend UFC 306 instead of Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga. Both events take place on September 14 during Mexican Independence Weekend. Canelo has received mass criticism for the $89.99 PPV price, especially since the David Benavidez fight was not made. Canelo is expected […]
US Fans Delighted With Joshua Vs. Dubois PPV Price
US fight fans have reacted positively to the $19.95 PPV price for Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois. The IBF Heavyweight Title fight takes place on September 21 live from Wembley. The fight is expected to set a new attendance record of over 94,000, which is the current record held when Tyson Fury faced Dillian Whyte. […]
Benavidez Shows Off His Raw Power – ‘The Real Deal'
David Benavidez has returned to training as the attention turns towards his next fight. Reports indicate that Benavidez will box on December 14 in an Amazon Prime Video PPV. No opponent has been confirmed, but the Mexican Monster wants to remain active following his last fight. He won a unanimous decision win against Oleksandr Gvozdyk. […]
Ryan Garcia Belittles Crawford's Resume – ‘Hasn’t Beat Anybody, Come See Me'
Ryan Garcia has slammed Terence Crawford, stating he is an overrated fighter. Crawford is a two-weight undisputed champion following his wins at 140 and 147. His biggest win came against Errol Spence Jr. when he stopped him to become the first Undisputed Welterweight Champion of the four-belt era. Crawford has just become a four-weight world […]
Fabio Wardley: I Have Another Level But Frazer Clarke Has No ‘New Tricks’
British heavyweight champion Fabio Wardley insists he has another level but doesn’t believe rival Frazer Clarke will show any improvements in their rematch next month. Wardley (17-0-1 16 KO) and Clarke (8-0-1 6 KO) meet for an immediate rematch on October 12 on the undercard of the undisputed light-heavyweight between unified champion Artur Beterbiev and […]
Welterweight Shambles Shows Boxing Still Has Deep-Rooted Issues To Fix
The welterweight division has a long and storied history filled with some of the finest fighters boxing has ever seen. From Sugar Ray Robinson, Pernell Whitaker, and Roberto Duran to Floyd Mayweather Jr, Manny Pacquiao and Terence Crawford (and many, many more), the 147lb class has lived up to its status as one of boxing’s […]
Gervonta Davis Names Ryan Garcia As The Best He's Faced – ‘Was Fun While It Lasted'
Gervonta Davis has named Ryan Garcia as the best fighter he has ever boxed. The pair met each other last year when they were undefeated in their lightweight clash. The fight resonated with the public, selling over 1.2 million PPVs. It also set the record for the highest-earning boxing event of 2023, with a live […]
Jaime Munguia Warns Opponent Erik Bazinyan: ‘I’m Entering My Prime’
Super-middleweight contender Jaime Munguia has warned upcoming opponent Erik Bazinyan that he is entering his prime ahead of their fight later this month. Munguia (43-1-0 34 KO) returns to the ring against Bazinyan (32-0-1 23 KO) at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona on September 20 in his first fight since taking his only defeat […]
De La Hoya Slams Canelo For Charging $89.99 – ‘It’s Just Robbery'
Oscar De La Hoya ripped Canelo Alvarez for charging fans $89.99 for his upcoming fight with Edgar Berlanga. Canelo boxes on Mexican Independence Weekend on September 14 in a defense of his WBA, WBO and WBC super middleweight belts. He will go up against the Puerto Rican fans as Berlanga aims to shock the world. […]
Wilder Spotted With A Sling On His Arm – ‘Can’t Give Up'
Deontay Wilder has spoken out following his knockout loss to Zhilea Zhang. Wilder suffered a second consecutive defeat, getting stopped in round five in Saudi Arabia. There were calls on Wilder to retire since a title shot is unlikely. Meanwhile, he is now 38 and at the tail-end of his career. He entered boxing to […]
Mike Tyson Is Afraid Of David Benavidez – ‘I’m Talking Facts'
Mike Tyson has revealed which fighter he would not want to fight. Tyson developed a reputation for being one of the most feared knockout artists ever. He won 37 fights in a row, 33 of which were by knockout. That was ended when Buster Douglas stopped him. However, there is one boxer who has earned […]
Fans Rip Hearn For Wrecking Ennis' Career
Fans have accused Eddie Hearn of harming Jaron Ennis’ career. Ennis is the current IBF Welterweight Champion, who made the first defense of his belt by stopping David Avanesyan in his last fight. That was his first fight under Matchroom Boxing, as Hearn targeted major fights for his boxer. Hearn was intent on making a […]
Chris Billam-Smith Reveals Why He Rejected Jai Opetaia Offer But Still Wants Fight
WBO cruiserweight world champion Chris Billam-Smith has revealed why he turned down an offer from Jai Opetaia for a unification fight but insisted he still wants to face the IBF title holder. Opetaia (25-0-0 19 KO) has spoken publicly several times about his desire to fight Billam-Smith (20-1-0 13 KO), revealing that an offer had […]
Christine Ferea Ready for Next Challenger to Her Unofficial Crown as the Queen of the BKFC
Christine Ferea has provided the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship with a reliable face for their women’s divisions. Ferea has taken on all comers and has been writing her name in the record book in a way that will be difficult for young fighters to reach. But there also comes a time when that reign will […]