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Whittaker Admits Overlooking Cameron – ‘The Future Will Come'
Ben Whittaker admitted that he was looking ahead of Liam Cameron after he drew their first fight. The two boxers will rematch on April 20, as they seek to put the first result behind them. Whittaker puts his reputation on the line following the controversy in the first fight. He secured a split-decision technical draw […]
Eubank Sr. Won't Attend Eubank Vs. Benn – ‘I Will Not Be An Accomplice'
Chris Eubank Sr. has said he will not attend the Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn fight. Their fight takes place on April 26, and the build-up has been marred by controversy. The fight has been in the offing since 2022 when it was first agreed upon. Eubank Jr. was on course to make a […]
Hearn Tells Norman Jr. To Take The Ennis Fight – ‘There's Money, Show Ambition'
Eddie Hearn has urged Brian Norman Jr. to fight Jaron Ennis following the latter’s win over Eimantas Stanionis. Ennis unified the welterweight divison after stopping Stanionis to become the IBF, WBA and Ring Magazine Welterweight Champion. Ennis was in talks to face Norman Jr. previously. However, reports indicated the fight broke down after Norman Jr.’s […]
Fans Rip Garcia-Romero And Canelo-Scull PPV Prices – ‘Imagine Paying'
Boxing fans have ripped the Ryan Garcia vs. Rolly Romero and Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull PPVs prices. Boxing fans will see the two cards take place in May, starting with Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero on May 2nd. It is the first time that Garcia will enter the ring following his boxing ban that […]
Jake Paul ‘Close' To Facing Chavez Jr.
Jake Paul is reportedly close to announcing a deal to face Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Paul is searching for his next big fight after having beaten Mike Tyson in a unanimous decision on Netflix. Reports indicate the fight earned Paul $40 million in a bout that broke records for being the most-watched boxing event ever. […]
Ben Whittaker Vs. Liam Cameron Predictions – ‘He Was In Trouble'
Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron face off on April 20, as boxing insiders gave their predictions for this fight. The fight is a rematch of their first clash, which ended in a split-decision technical draw: 58-57, 57-58, and 58-58. The fight was stopped after Whittaker could no longer continue in the fifth round when he […]
Board Defends Fining Eubank Jr. For Egging Benn – ‘It's Serious'
Robert Smith, the head of the British Boxing Board of Control, justified his decision to fine Chris Eubank Jr. for egging Conor Benn. Eubank was given a $129,000 fine after egging Benn during their kickoff presser. Eubank made the decision to egg Benn after seeing their initial fight being called off after the latter failed […]
Whittaker And Cameron's Fiery Roundtable Face-Off – ‘It's Going To Be A War'
Ben Whittaker vs. Liam Cameron will have their rematch this weekend on April 20, as they had their roundtable face off. Their first fight ended in mass controversy after it was stopped, resulting in a split-decision technical draw: 58-57, 57-58, and 58-58. This happened after both fighters fell over the ropes in the fifth round […]
Berlanga Outlines His Plans For A Canelo Rematch
Edgar Berlanga has outlined his plans on securing a Canelo Alvarez rematch. Berlanga faced Canelo last year on Mexican Independence Weekend in a fight that sold 650,000 PPVs, bringing a live gate of $17 million. The fight did not live up to expectations, as Canelo won a one-sided unanimous decision. It was the first defeat […]
Fans Mock Conor Benn's Title Ambitions – ‘So Protected'
Boxing fans have reacted after Conor Benn’s desire to secure a title shot after facing Chris Eubank Jr. Benn will box Eubank Jr. on April 26 in the biggest fight of his career. He will jump up to 160 pounds, having fought at 154 pounds in his last two bouts. The fight has been marred […]
Shakur Willing To Ditch Zepeda For The Tank Fight
Shakur Stevenson is willing to drop a fight against William Zepeda in order to secure a Tank Davis bout. The WBC recently ordered Shakur to defend his lightweight title against Zepeda. They have until May 6 to agree a deal as then purse bids will be ordered. The duo have been linked with a fight […]
Pros React To Ennis' Stanionis Win – ‘Just Too Skilled'
Jaron Ennis stopped Eimantas Stanionis to unify the welterweight division, as boxing insiders gave their view. Ennis made Stanionis quit after the end of the sixth round to become the WBA, IBF and Ring Magazine champion. The win extended his undefeated record to 34-0, with 30 KOs to his name. It was also the first […]
What's Next For Jaron Ennis?
Jaron Ennis defeated Eimantas Stanionis to unify the welterweight division, as he is now the WBA, IBF and Ring Magazine Champion. Ennis secured a comprehensive victory stoppage victory to extend his undefeated record to 34-0. This is by far the biggest win on his resume, shutting down the narrative that he had not boxed anybody. […]
Ennis Stops Stanionis To Unify
Jaron Ennis put on a statement performance as he stopped Eimantas Stanionis following the conclusion of the sixth round. The win meant Ennis unified the welterweight division by adding Stanionis’ WBA belt to his IBF title. He also picked up the coveted Ring Magazine Belt. Ennis started off orthodox by keeping Stanionis on the outside […]
Jake Paul Confident About Fighting Tank Davis – ‘Almost Ready'
Jake Paul says talks with Gervonta Davis were in place as a future bout could happen. Jake has consistently been trying to secure major fights against the top names following his recent exhibition against Mike Tyson. The fight broke records as it became the most watched streaming boxing fight ever as it aired on Netflix. […]
Fans Convinced Fury Will Fight AJ After Training Footage
Tyson Fury has teased fans with a potential comeback after he shared some footage of him in the boxing gym. Fury announced his retirement from the sport after Oleksandr Usyk defeated him for the second time. The defeat meant he missed out on becoming the Unified Heavyweight Champion, which would have set up a potential […]
Teddy Atlas Picks Ennis To Dethrone Stanionis – ‘I Don't See Ennis Having A Problem'
Teddy Atlas gave his insight on Jaron Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis’ welterweight unification fight this weekend. Ennis is looking to unify the division by adding Stanionis’ WBA welterweight title to his IBF belt. Boots is considered the favorite with a 33-0 record, which includes 29 knockouts. Ennis is known for being a power puncher, while […]
Ennis And Stanionis' Final Words – ‘I'm Going To Show The World I'm The Best'
Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis made weight for their welterweight unification bout on the weekend. Ennis is looking to become undisputed at 147 as he puts his IBF title on the line. He made a successful defense of the title after defeating Karen Chukhadzhian in his last bout. That took his record to 33-0, with […]
Ennis And Stanionis Ready To Deliver – ‘I’m The Best'
Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis held their final pre-fight presser before their welterweight fight this weekend. Ennis is looking to unify the division by adding the WBA belt to his IBF Welterweight Title. He is 33-0, with 29 knockouts to his name, making him one of the most destructive punchers in the division. He secured […]
Jaron Ennis Vs. Eimantas Stanionis: How Will It Play Out?
Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis will fight in a welterweight unification as we look at how the fight could play out. Ennis puts his IBF Welterweight Title on the line as he enters the fight with an undefeated 33-0 record. He defeated Karen Chukhadzhian in his previous bout. It was the second time he had […]