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Shields Makes History; Becomes First Women's Undisputed Heavyweight Champ
Claressa Shields made history by becoming the first women’s Undisputed Heavyweight Champion after beating Danielle Perkins. Shields won a unanimous decision: 100-89, 99-89 and 97-92. It was a dominant performance, as the belt added to her undisputed achievements at 154 and 160 pounds, making her a three-weight undisputed champion. The win meant she retained her […]
Chisora Vs. Wallin Predictions – ‘He Is A War Horse'
Derek Chisora faces Otto Wallin this weekend in a heavyweight clash, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Chisora is coming off one of the best wins of his career. He defeated Joe Joyce via a unanimous decision in front of a packed-out domestic crowd. That was his second consecutive win after losing to Tyson Fury […]
Keyshawn Davis Targets Isaac Cruz – ‘I'm A Dawg, He's A Dawg'
Keyshawn Davis wants to box Isaac Cruz moving forward. Davis’ comments come ahead of his fight with Denys Berinchyk on February 14. This is Davis’ biggest fight, meaning he cannot afford to overlook his man. A win makes him the WBO Lightweight Champion, earning him his first world title. A victory would set up a […]
Beterbiev Rules Out Usyk Fight – ‘He's Too Strong'
Artur Beterbiev has ruled out a fight with Oleksandr Usyk after initially indicating his desire to face him. The pair faced each other in the amateurs with Usyk coming out victorious. The Ukrainian then went on to become undisputed at cruiserweight and then heavyweight after his win over Tyson Fury. Beterbiev indicated he would be […]
What's Next For Benavidez And Morrell?
David Benavidez defeated David Morrell Jr. to put himself in a mandatory position to face either Artur Beterbiev or Dmitry Bivol as we look at their next steps. Benavidez secured a unanimous decision win to extend his record to 30-0. It was his second victory at 175 pounds since moving up from light heavyweight. More […]
Benavidez Survives Knockdown To Overpower Morrell
David Benavidez overpowered David Morrell Jr. to earn a unanimous decision win in their light heavyweight clash: 115-111, 115-111 and 118-108. The win extends Benavidez’s record to 30-0, as he becomes the WBC mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. The latter two will fight on February 22 for the Undisputed Light […]
Azim Overcomes Docked Points; Stops Lipinets To Win IBO Belt
Adam Azim is the IBO Junior Welterweight Champion after securing a ninth-round KO win against Sergey Lipinets. The win means Azim won the vacant belt to take his record to 13-0. The first round was a cagey affair. Lipinets was moving around the ring, using his craft to stay out of harm’s way. Azim landed […]
Shields Can Complete Boxing With Undisputed Heavyweight Title
Claressa Shields takes on Danielle Perkins for the Undisputed Heavyweight Title in a historic clash on Sunday. Shields has already become undisputed at 154 and 160. She is the current WBC and WBF champion at heavyweight. This clash has the IBF and WBO belts up for grabs too. The WBA title is not recognized in […]
Gervonta Davis Eyes Only Mega Fights After Roach; Who's Next?
Stephen Espinoza says Gervonta Davis only plans to box in the mega bouts after his next fight with Lamont Roach Jr. The fight takes place on March 1, as Davis defends his WBA Lightweight Title. He enters the fight with a win against Frank Martin. Tank has said he will retire this year once he […]
Benavidez & Morrell's Explosive Weigh In – ‘See Who The Mexican Monster Is'
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. exchanged verbals after they made weight for their light heavyweight fight this weekend. The winner will become the WBC mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol, who face off on February 22. That would be for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title. Benavidez defeated Oleksandr Gvozdyk in […]
Dana White Warns Global Fight League About Overspending
Dana White has given his take on The Global Fight League’s new venture. The MMA organization will hold its first event this year, having signed up many former UFC fighters. Reports indicate that 120 fighters are part of the new roster. Six teams will be formed, with many former UFC fighters. Tyron Woodley is one […]
Canelo Will Return In May; Who Is Next?
Eddie Reynoso has said that Canelo Alvarez will likely return to the ring in May in time for Cinco de Mayo, as questions remain over his next fight. Canelo’s last boxing performance was against Edgar Berlanga. He defeated Berlanga on Mexican Independence Weekend via a unanimous decision. Canelo held his own as he went up […]
Ryan Garcia Enrolls In VADA; Haney Rematch A Step Closer
Ryan Garcia has officially enrolled in VADA testing, ending speculation that he would no longer work with the organization. Garcia has had a bone to pick with VADA after he tested positive for Ostarine in his last fight against Devin Haney. It was a major setback since it turned Garcia’s biggest win into a no-contest. […]
Benavidez & Morrell Trade Words At Final Presser – ‘I’m 100% Knocking Him Out'
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr.’s pre-fight presser took place before their light heavyweight fight on February 1, as both fighters traded verbals. It is a clash between two undefeated fighters who are knockout artists. Benavidez is considered the slight favorite. He arrives into the fight with a win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk in his first […]
Jake Paul: MMA Is No Longer Elite, Suffering Massive Decline
Jake Paul no longer sees MMA as an elite sport, as he has suggested it has suffered a massive decline. Paul is currently establishing his legacy in the sport of boxing. Jake has earned more than what most professional boxers will make in their lifetime. He demonstrated this perfectly when he faced Mike Tyson in […]
Ex-World Champ Slams Haney's Career – ‘Haney Was Fighting Guys In Retirement Homes'
Paulie Malignaggi scrutinized David Haney’s resume by stating that he had not fought any top-level opposition. Haney is undefeated with a 31-0 record, having won belts at 135 and 140 pounds. During this period, he became the youngest undisputed champion in the four-belt era when he cleaned up at 135 pounds. But there are question […]
Benavidez Eyes Canelo For Undisputed At 175 – ‘It Can Happen'
David Benavidez is confident he can get Canelo Alvarez to fight him if he beats David Morrell Jr. and later becomes undisputed at 175. Benavidez boxes Morrell on February 1 at 175 pounds. He moved up to 175 after failing to get the Canelo fight at 168. He had been the WBC Interim Super Middleweight […]
Benavidez Unleashes His Power During Morrell Media Workout
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. held their public workouts ahead of their February 1 clash. The fight takes place at light heavyweight, with the winner knowing they became mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol. The latter two will rematch on February 22 for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title. Benavidez beat […]
Are The Paul Brothers Fighting Each Other?
Jake Paul and Logan Paul have been linked with a boxing fight for March 27 via HBO Max. The Paul brothers have made an impression in combat sports in different areas. Jake is coming off a win against Mike Tyson in a fight that broke several records. It became the most-viewed boxing match on stream, […]
Benavidez Threatened With 25% Fine If He ‘Hurts' Morrell Pre-Fight
David Benavidez has been threatened with a 25 percent fine from his purse if he touches David Morrell Jr. again. The revelation follows their kick-off presser, where Benavidez shoved Morrell during their face-off. This was after The Mexican Monster threatened to break Morrell’s mouth. Morrell reacted by throwing his belt at Benavidez, who ducked to […]