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Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois Rematch Set for Undisputed Heavyweight Title at Wembley – July 19
(Image Credit: Sky Sports). Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will clash in a rematch for the undisputed world heavyweight title which will take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday July 19th. News broke on Sunday April 27th that the unbeaten Ukrainian will defend his heavyweight throne against the Brit, Dubois, on British soil in London, […]
What's Next For Conor Benn?
Conor Benn suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Chris Eubank Jr., raising question marks over his next steps. Benn tasted the first defeat of his career as Eubank came out with a thrilling win. While Benn came up short, he showed a lot of heart to last the distance in a fight where he was […]
What's Next For Eubank Jr.?
Chris Eubank Jr. defeated Conor Benn, raising question marks over his next steps. Eubank defied the obstacles he was facing to secure a big win after having had to abide by strict weight stipulations. He agreed to a 160-pound catchweight, with the 10-pound rehydration clause. Meanwhile, Benn was moving up a single weight class from […]
Is Keyshawn Davis The Next ‘Sugar Ray Leonard'?
Bob Arum has made a bold statement about Keyshawn Davis, calling the unbeaten WBO Lightweight Champion “this generation’s Sugar Ray Leonard.” Davis is set to defend his title next against Edwin De Los Santos as he continues his rapid rise through the lightweight ranks. The 13-0 fighter earned the belt with a knockout win over […]
Eubank Jr. Gives Benn His First Loss In A Nail-Biting Fight
Chris Eubank Jr. secured an enthralling unanimous decision victory over Conor Benn in the biggest fight of his career: 116-12 (x3). Eubank faced numerous obstacles heading into the fight. He failed to make the 160-pound limit, as he was fined £375,000. Eubank also had to abide by a ten-pound rehydration clause, which he stuck by. […]
Eubank Jr. Vs. Benn Final Picks – ‘Wins By Knockout'
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn face off in the biggest fight of their lives on April 26, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Eubank arrives into the fight having to make the 160-pound limit, with a 10-pound rehydration clause. He missed the weight by the smallest of margins, raising question marks over whether he […]
Eubank And Benn's Weigh-In Controversy – ‘They Had An Agenda'
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn made weight as we explore how they looked on the scales. Eubank is considered the slight favorite, although the fight has been evened out by a few factors. Eubank will move down to 160, with a ten-pound rehydration clause. While he has made 160 before, doing so at the […]
“Disastrous Night for Boxing Waiting to Happen” – Former World Champ Urges Eubank Jr vs Benn to Be Called Off After Safety Concerns
(Image Credit: Sky Sports). Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally settle their score on Saturday 26th April at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but Eubank Jr is facing a tough battle even before the fight gets underway. On Friday afternoon, Eubank Jr was scheduled to weigh in at 11am BST for his fight with […]
Eubank Sr. Won't Attend Eubank Vs. Benn – Is He Right?
Chris Eubank Sr. has said he will not attend his son Chris Eubank Jr.’s fight with Conor Benn as we look at the rationale behind this decision. Eubank Jr. faces the biggest fight of his career when he takes on Benn on April 26. Sr. has been very vocal about this fight, having spoken out […]
Why Devin Haney Will Come Back Better
Devin Haney has promised to come back stronger when he faces Jose Ramirez in his next fight on May 2, as we look to see if he will come back stronger. Haney is making his first appearance since his no-contest against Ryan Garcia last April. He hit the canvas three times as Garcia secured a […]
Why Dubois Could Beat Usyk
Oleksandr Usyk will rematch Daniel Dubois on July 19 from Wembley Stadium in an undisputed heavyweight fight. Usyk is considered one of the best P4P fighters in the world, having become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. He defeated Tyson Fury in their first fight, following in the footsteps of Lennox Lewis, who was the last man […]
Eubank Jr. Beat Benn In Their Final Presser – Here's Why?
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn’s final presser threw up more talking points. Eubank Jr. made a point of going after Eddie Hearn during the build-up. The presser was no exception, with Eubank once again preventing Hearn from speaking. Hearn did his best to stand his ground, trying to reduce Eubank Jr.’s influence. The Matchroom […]
"We'll Never Experience Anything Like This Again": Eddie Hearn on Eubank Jr vs Benn
(Credit: Sky Sports Boxing) April 26th will bring us a blockbuster British showdown as Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn will finally meet in the ring to settle their feud which also carries the burden of their fathers rivalry. Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn is arguably the biggest fight in the 21st century in British […]
Eubank And Benn's Mind Games – ‘I Am The Superior Boxer'
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn were engaging in mind games, as both men looked sharp during their media workouts. Eubank enters into the April 26 fight as the favorite. He is the bigger man coming down to 160 pounds. The fight is built up on the rivalry based on their fathers, which intensified after […]
Does Chisora Need Protecting After IBF's Controversial Move?
Boxing fans have slammed the IBF’s decision to order Daniel Dubois to face his mandatory Derek Chisora. The primary bone of contention has been based on whether it is safe for Chisora to continue with boxing. The heavyweight has boxed 49 times with a 36-13-0 record. He is coming off three wins in a row, […]
Is Spence Coming Back?
Errol Spence Jr.’s future is still unknown, having not fought since 2023. He suffered a stoppage loss to Terence Crawford in his last fight, missing out on becoming the Undisputed Welterweight Champion. It was the first loss of his career, as he later underwent cataract surgery on his eye. Since then, Bud has moved up […]
WBA Makes Ennis Super Champ At 147
The WBA has elevated Jaron Ennis to a super champion at welterweight and ordered him to defend his belt against Shakhram Giyasov. Ennis secured the biggest victory of his career when he knocked out Eimantas Stanionis to unify the welterweight division. He became the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine Champion, taking his record to 34-0. […]
Hearn Denies Shakur Has Left Matchroom – ‘Fake News'
Eddie Hearn has denied suggestions that Shakur Stevenson has left Matchroom Boxing for his next fight. Shakur joined Matchroom after leaving Top Rank in a two-fight deal. He has faced many hurdles during his time with the promotional outfit. He was set to make his debut against Joe Cordina, a former world champion. However, the […]
Eubank And Benn Make Their Grand Arrivals – ‘It's Always Personal'
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn made their grand arrivals ahead of their April 26 fight this weekend. It is arguably the biggest fight in British boxing, primarily based on their father’s name and the subsequent animosity that has been generated between them. Benn first stirred up the controversy when he failed VADA tests for […]
Is Eubank Jr. Really A Villain? — ‘I've Been Through Too Much'
Chris Eubank Jr. has given fans insight into his mindset amid the perception that he has not always been likeable. Eubank Jr. is preparing for the biggest fight of his career when he faces Conor Benn this weekend. He is the favorite heading into this fight. Benn will jump up from a lower weight class […]