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Will Jai Opetaia vs. Derek Chisora Happen?
Jai Opetaia’s manager, Mick Francis, has revealed that the Saudis want to make Jai Opetaia vs. Derek Chisora at heavyweight. Opetaia is the current IBF and Ring Magazine Cruiserweight Champion. While he still has a mandatory defense against Huseyin Cinkara, the lure of a high-profile fight is strong. This move would also offer Opetaia the […]
Sebastian Fundora Vs. Keith Thurman Announced
Sebastian Fundora, the WBC junior middleweight champion, and Keith Thurman are set to face off on October 25 from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Fundora arrives into the fight as the favorite. He recently had a successful title defense, defeating Tim Tszyu via a seventh-round stoppage in June. It was his second victory over […]
Haney Isn't The Same After The Garcia Fight
Ryan Garcia has suggested that Devin Haney will never be the same following their no-contest last year. Garcia dropped Haney three times to beat him via a majority decision to upset the boxing world. However, the euphoria soon changed as Ryan tested positive for Ostarine, overturning the result. Bill Haney has been outspoken about Garcia, […]
Dillian Whyte Rules Out Retirement
Dillian Whyte (31-4, 21 KOs) has no plans to retire following his defeat to Moses Itauma. Whyte suffered a first-round knockout loss this month, meaning he has two defeats from his last five fights. Those losses were by stoppage, raising questions over Whyte’s next steps. Whyte was previously linked with fights against Joseph Parker and […]
Jermell Charlo Vs. Errol Spence Jr. – Will It Happen?
Jermell Charlo vs. Errol Spence Jr. could take place after Charlo’s cryptic post hinted at a future fight. Charlo got fans talking when he shared an image of a lion eating a shark. Charlo is nicknamed the lion, while Spence is known as the shark. The two fighters are looking to bounce back from their […]
Hearns To Attend Annual Box Fan Expo
Eight-time world champion Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns is set to make an appearance at the Eighth Annual Box Fan Expo on September 13. According to reports, the event takes place from the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Expo has been timed to coincide with the undisputed super middleweight title fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence […]
Itauma's Return Lined Up For December – The Options Available
Moses Itauma will box in December, as his hitlist has been outlined by Frank Warren. Itauma extended his undefeated record to 13-0, with 11 KOs to his name by stopping Dillian Whyte in his last bout. That was his ninth consecutive stoppage, as the attention turns towards his next fight. Itauma called out Oleksandr Usyk, […]
Fury Back In The Gym – What's Next?
Tyson Fury has returned to the boxing gym, as he displayed his shadow boxing, amid rumors of a return from retirement. Fury hung up the gloves in January following his second consecutive defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. The losses prevented Fury from becoming the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. Despite this, The Gypsy King was adamant that he […]
What's Next For Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.?
Following his deportation from the United States, boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been released from custody in Mexico while he awaits trial. Chavez Jr. was taken into custody by Mexican authorities after being deported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in July on charges of unlawful entry. This occurred shortly after his recent […]
De La Hoya On Canelo – ‘I Said Sorry'
Golden Boy Promoter Oscar De La Hoya opened up about his strained relationship with Canelo Alvarez, stating he was unsure over the cause of their fractured relationship. De La Hoya stated that things became difficult following Canelo’s defeat to Floyd Mayweather in 2013. It was the Mexican’s first defeat of his career in a performance […]
Figueroa Vs. Cordova Ends In A Majority Draw
Yankiel Rivera Figueroa and Angelino Cordova fought to a thrilling majority draw in their WBA interim flyweight title, as you can follow how the fight played out. Figueroa entered the fight with a perfect record of 7-0 with 3 KOs. He had been on a tear since turning professional in 2022, with a knockout ratio […]
Fans React As Canelo Alvarez Spars Jaron Ennis – ‘Woooow'
Canelo Alvarez sparred Jaron Ennis ahead of his Undisputed Super Middleweight fight against Terence Crawford on September 13. Canelo is the undisputed champion having achieved the feat for the second time by beating William Scull in his previous bout. Canelo is the favorite since he is a seasoned 168-pounder, who has also boxed and won […]
Fans React To Canelo Vs. Crawford Broadcast Team – ‘Great Line Up'
A stacked broadcast team has been announced for Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford’s Undisputed Super Middleweight Title fight. The bout, which will air on Netflix, has history on the line. Canelo knows a win solidifies his legacy further, having just become undisputed at 168 for the second time in his last fight by beating William […]
Will Power Decide Canelo Vs. Crawford?
Trainer Bob Santos is backing Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs) to defeat Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) in their September 13 Undisputed Super Middleweight fight, citing Canelo’s advantage in size and power. Crawford moves up two weight classes to try and become a three-weight undisputed champion. Crawford, who is 37, secured an unconvincing victory over Israil […]
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis – How Does It Play Out?
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis takes place on November 14, as we look at how the fight could play out. Paul enters the fight with a unanimous decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Paul’s only loss took place against Tommy Fury. This fight has raised controversy since Tank fights at lightweight, raising questions over […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin – How Does It Play Out?
Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) boxes Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) on November 8, as we look at how the fight could play out. Ortiz enters the fight with a win over Israil Madrimov to retain his WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt. Ortiz had been in talks to face the WBO Junior Middleweight Champion […]
Jack Rafferty vs Mark Chamberlain – Preview & Betting Tips
The British and Commonwealth super lightweight titles will be on the line when Jack Rafferty defends it against Mark Chamberlain on Saturday night. Rafferty (26-0, 17 KO’s) is an unbeaten power puncher, and is currently one of the fighters that British boxing fans have their eye on as he looks set to move onto the […]
Is Fury Coming Back?
Tyson Fury posted a clip on social media showing him hitting the pads with his father, John Fury, increasing speculation that he may be planning a return to the ring. This latest development comes just months after Fury’s second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk last December, a loss that prompted his retirement. Fury had been vocal […]
Haney Considering Andre Ward As A Trainer
Devin Haney is looking to add Andre Ward to his corner for his upcoming November 22 fight against WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. Haney is looking to become a three-weight world champion, having already won titles at 140 and 147. He secured a unanimous decision win in his last fight against Jose Ramirez on […]
Jon Jones' Return Linked To Aspinall's Success
According to former UFC fighter and ex-teammate of Jon Jones, Keith Jardine, a potential comeback for Jones might hinge on the success of the current heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall. Jones retired in June after beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 last November at UFC 309, putting an end to any hopes of an Aspinall fight. […]