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Mayweather Takes Credit For Crossover Fights
Floyd Mayweather looked back at his fight with Conor McGregor in 2017, saying it was a landmark event. Mayweather managed to put on a record-breaking event in a PPV that sold over 4 million buys across the globe. Mayweather went 50-0 to retain his undefeated record by stopping McGregor in the 10th round. Reports indicated […]
Davis Vs. Haney: Will It Finally Happen?
Gervonta Davis has said he is willing to fight Devin Haney after the latter’s prospective rematch with Ryan Garcia. Davis is currently preparing to face Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1 as he defends his WBC Lightweight Title. Davis intends to retire this year once he has boxed three more times. He was linked with […]
Parker vs. Bakole Set After Dubois Pulls Out; Is It Too Risky?
Joseph Parker will take on Martin Bakole after Daniel Dubois pulled out of their fight because of medical grounds. It was the second time that a fighter had pulled out with an illness from the February 22 card in Saudi Arabia after Floyd Schofield did the same, preventing his fight with Shakur Stevenson. Parker was set […]
Beterbiev And Bivol's Final Presser: Key Quotes
Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol held their final presser before their Undisputed Light Heavyweight Clash on Saturday. Beterbiev will hope to repeat the lessons from the first fight where he beat Bivol by a majority decision. The result divided some in the boxing community as Bivol felt he had done enough to secure the win. […]
Jake Paul Disappointed Over Missing Out On Canelo – ‘We Verbally Agreed'
Jake Paul expressed his disappointment at not being able to fight Canelo Alvarez. Reports initially indicated that a deal was close for a fight in May, which would have allowed Paul to secure his dream fight. He has spoken consistently about his desire to become a world champion before eventually facing Canelo. But things took […]
Shakur Stevenson Reacts To ‘Poisoning' Allegations – ‘I'm A Clean Boxer'
Shakur Stevenson has had his say on Floyd Schofield pulling out of their fight. Stevenson simply cannot catch a break as he prepares to make his Matchroom Boxing debut on February 22. He will now face off against Josh Padley in a fight that certainly is underwhelming. He was initially set for his Matchroom Boxing […]
Beterbiev vs. Bivol Media Workout – ‘I Don’t Like To Lose'
The open workouts took place for Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol’s Undisputed Light Heavyweight Clash on Saturday. Beterbiev hopes to follow up on his win in the first fight which made him undisputed. He secured a majority decision to give Bivol the first loss of his career. It was arguably his toughest fight, with many […]
Crawford Rules Out 154 Return After Canelo Fight
Terence Crawford could very well retire after the Canelo Alvarez fight, as he dismissed a move back down to junior middleweight. Crawford is a four-weight world champion, having defeated Israil Madrimov in his previous fight. He won a decision to secure the WBA Junior Middleweight Title. Crawford is a two-weight undisputed champion, having won all […]
Dubois And Parker's Mindset Ahead Of IBF Clash – ‘I'm Leaving With My Belt'
Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker gave an insight into their mindset as they prepare for their IBF Heavyweight Title clash this weekend. Dubois makes the second defense of his IBF Heavyweight Title, a belt he inherited after Oleksandr Usyk vacated once he defeated Tyson Fury. Dubois justified his credentials as a heavyweight champion by knocking […]
Stevenson Vs. Schofield Is Off; Schofield Withdraws
Shakur Stevenson’s WBC Lightweight Title defense against Floyd Schofield has suffered a major setback after the latter withdrew. Reports indicate that Schofield pulled out with an illness as he failed to make the Grand Arrivals. This is another hurdle that Shakur must overcome as his Matchroom Boxing debut has suffered several setbacks. He was initially […]
Beterbiev And Bivol's Grand Arrivals – ‘I Will Be Better'
The Grand arrivals took place for Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol as they prepare for their Undisputed Light Heavyweight rematch on February 22. Beterbiev won the first fight via a majority decision to pick up Bivol’s WBA Title and win all the belts. It was a controversial decision, with some feeling that Bivol had done […]
Shakur Stevenson Vs. Floyd Schofield Predictions – ‘I Don't Think He's Ready'
Shakur Stevenson faces Floyd Schofield on February 22, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Shakur defends his WBC Lightweight Title for the second time. He won the vacant title after beating Edwin De Los Santos in a unanimous decision. His performance was criticized after he fought on the back foot, resulting in jeers from the […]
Joshua Returns To Training – What's Next?
Anthony Joshua has returned to training, raising question marks over his next opponent. Joshua suffered a stoppage defeat in his last fight against Daniel Dubois, as he missed out on becoming the IBF Heavyweight Champion. Joshua was dropped several times as Dubois stopped him in the fifth round. There were talks over a rematch. However, […]
Crawford Backs Shakur To Beat Tank – ‘Shakur’s Defense Is Too Tight'
Terence Crawford has given his take on a Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta Davis fight. Crawford is very close friends with Shakur, who is preparing to face Floyd Schofield on February 22. Shakur makes a defense of his WBC Lightweight Title as he faces a lot of pressure coming into this fight. He has his first […]
Beterbiev Vs. Bivol Predictions – ‘It's A 50-50'
The Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch takes place on February 22 as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Beterbiev won the first fight via a majority decision to become the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Champion via a majority decision. The result divided some in the boxing community, who felt Bivol had done enough to win. But […]
Dubois Vs. Parker Predictions – ‘He Might Knock Him Out'
Daniel Dubois defends his IBF Heavyweight Title against Joseph Parker on February 22, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Dubois defended his title for the first time by stopping Anthony Joshua in his last fight. He produced a career-best performance, dropping AJ numerous times. It was the third win on the spin after his loss […]
Should Boxing Bring Back 15-Round Fights?
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has ruled out having 15-minute boxing rounds. His comments arrived after Teofimo Lopez expressed his desire to see that implemented for undisputed world title fights. The WBA President Gilberto Mendoza has said that the organization could pilot this, raising speculation that boxing could see its return, endorsing Lopez’s comments. “I don’t […]
Crawford Praises Keyshawn Davis' World Title Win – ‘Going To Be Around For A Long Time'
Terence Crawford reacted to Keyshawn Davis stopping Denys Berinchyk to win the WBO Lightweight Title. Keyshawn produced a comprehensive performance, dropping his man twice before getting him out of the ring with a fourth-round stoppage. It was Keyshawn’s first world title as he extended his undefeated record to 13-0. In his post-fight comments, Keyshawn called […]
Felix Sturm Dominates Benjamin Blindert In A Third-Round Stoppage
Felix Sturm produced a stunning performance to beat Benjamin Blindert via a third-round stoppage in their light heavyweight fight. Sturm dropped his man four times on his way to getting the stoppage. The five-time world champion showed his class immediately from the first round. He began on the front foot, connecting with a solid right hand […]
What's Next For Arnold Barboza?
Arnold Barboza Jr. defeated Jack Catterall to secure the WBO Interim Junior Welterweight Title, as we look at his next steps. Barboza produced an impressive victory to secure a title shot against the full champion Teofimo Lopez Jr. He could become the next champion if Lopez moves up to 147 pounds and is stripped. Alternatively, […]