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Ryan Garcia Vs. Rolando Romero Predictions – ‘He Will Knock Him Out'
Ryan Garcia returns to the ring for the first time since his no-contest against Devin Haney when he faces Rolando Romero on May 2, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Garcia received a one-year ban after failing VADA tests for Ostarine, as the Haney victory became a no-contest. He denied taking any substances intentionally, but […]
Teofimo Lopez Denies Racism Accusations – ‘We’re All Racists'
Teofimo Lopez has denied accusations that he is a racist following his recent controversial comments. Lopez is preparing to defend his WBO Junior Welterweight title against Arnold Barboza Jr. on May 2 at Times Square in New York City. It is the first card under Ring Magazine, making it a historic event. Lopez has been […]
Jonas And Price Ready For War – ‘I'm The Best'
Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price’s final pre-fight presser took as they prepare for their unification this Saturday. The welterweight clash will define the best 147-pounder in Britain. Jonas is the far more experienced fighter, having unified at 147 and 154. She defeated Ivana Habazin in her last fight to add the WBC belt to her […]
Garcia, Haney, Lopez Trade Words In Kick-Off Presser – ‘Just Watch Me'
The build-up for Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero’s May 2 fight from Times Square, New York City, is underway as the kick-off presser took place. Ryan returns to the sport following his year ban from boxing, which expires in April 2025. He was banned after failing VADA tests for Ostarine following his Devin Haney win. […]
New York Commission Could Overturn Davis Vs. Roach Result
The New York State Athletic Commission could overturn the Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach fight result. Tank retained his WBA Lightweight Title with a controversial majority draw against Roach after the referee failed to call a knockdown in round nine. Davis took a knee in round nine and went to his corner to remove some […]
Malik Scott: Wilder Would Stop Ngannou
Malik Scott is adamant that Deontay Wilder will stop Francis Ngannou if they get into a boxing ring. Reports indicate that a fight could take place next, as both men are looking for their next opponent. Wilder was meant to box Curtis Harper in April. That would have been his first fight since his defeat […]
Who Is The Real Natasha Jonas?
Natasha Jonas boxes Lauren Price on March 7 in a welterweight unification, as we look at things fans may not know about her. Jonas is looking to make more history, having unified at 147 and 154 pounds. She unified the welterweight division in her last fight after beating Ivana Habazin to add the WBC belt […]
Malignaggi Rips Tank's Resume – '30-Years-Old, He's Done Nothing'
Paulie Malignaggi has ripped Gervonta Davis, saying the boxer has not accomplished anything. His comments were made in the aftermath of Davis’ majority draw with Lamont Roach Jr. Tank survived a big scare to remain undefeated, but in truth, he was lucky to get away without a loss. Davis took a knee in the ninth […]
WBA President Demands Davis Vs. Roach Rematch
Gervonta Davis continues to suffer criticism after his controversial majority draw against Lamont Roach, with The WBA President Gilberto Mendoza demanding a rematch. Tank avoided the first defeat of his career after the referee failed to give Roach a 10-8 round once Davis took a knee in round nine. Tank made the decision to take […]
What's Next For Lamont Roach?
Lamont Roach was prevented from getting a historic win against Gervonta Davis as we look at his next steps. Roach secured a majority draw as Davis retained his WBA Lightweight Title. The result was controversial, with many feeling Roach had done enough to win. The turning point in the fight came in the ninth round. […]
Claressa Shields Vows To Prove Her Innocence After Positive Marijuana Test
Claressa Shields’ trial date for her failed marijuana test will occur on March 6, as she presents her case to The Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission. Shields has come under fire after she failed a test once she defeated Danielle Perkins. It was a massive win as she became the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. It was also […]
Mayer Picks Jonas To Beat Price – ‘She Has More Experience'
Mikaela Mayer has picked Natasha Jonas to beat Lauren Price. Jonas faces Price on March 7 in their unification welterweight clash. Jonas enters into the bout with a win over Ivana Habazin. She was the IBF Welterweight Champion and left with the WBC Welterweight Belt, as she unified the division. It was the second time […]
How Can Gervonta Davis Redeem Himself?
Gervonta Davis‘ controversial majority draw with Lamont Roach has left him with plenty to ponder, as he will have to win back the boxing fanbase. Davis retained his WBA Lightweight Belt after scraping through the fight. He took a knee in the ninth round to wipe his eyes in the corner. The referee somehow failed […]
Pros React To Davis-Roach Controversial Majority Draw – ‘They Robbed That Boy'
Boxing pros reacted to Gervonta Davis‘ controversial majority draw against Lamont Roach: 115-113 for Davis, 114-114, 114-114. Davis remained undefeated, taking his record to 30-0-1, with 28 KOs to his name. Tank was the big favorite heading into the fight as the WBA Lightweight Champion, who had knocked out Frank Martin in his last […]
Fans Cry Robbery After Davis-Roach Ends In A Majority Draw
Gervonta Davis retained his WBA Lightweight Title following a controversial majority draw against Lamont Roach: 115-113 for Davis, 114-114, 114-114. Roach was the better fighter, as he silenced Davis, who looked far from the knockout artist that fans are used to seeing. Roach was using his hooks to try and back Davis up in the […]
Natasha Jonas vs. Lauren Price's Mindset Ahead Of Unification – ‘I'm A World Champion'
Natasha Jonas boxes Lauren Price in a unification welterweight fight on March 7, as the pair had gave fans an insight into their upcoming match up. The fight takes place from the Royal Albert Hall, as Jonas defends her IBF and WBC Welterweight Titles. Jonas unified after beating Ivana Habazin to secure the WBC belt. It […]
Davis Vs. Roach – What To Expect
Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. are confident of coming out with a win as they look ahead to their bout. Davis is the favorite arriving into this fight, as he seeks to follow up on his Frank Martin win. He stopped the latter in his last fight to retain his WBA Lightweight Title. A […]
Dubois Wants Usyk Next
Daniel Dubois wants to face Oleksandr Usyk next following his withdrawal from the Joseph Parker fight. Dubois was scheduled to face Parker in a defense of his IBF Heavyweight Title, but he pulled out at the last minute with an illness, meaning that Parker faced Martin Bakole instead. Parker stopped Bakole to become the WBO […]
Davis & Roach Jr. Make Weight For Lightweight Showdown
Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach Jr. made weight ahead of their lightweight clash this weekend. Davis is looking to continue his undefeated record, which currently stands at 30-0. He has 28 knockouts to his name, having stopped Frank Martin in his last fight to retain his WBA Lightweight Title. Davis is expected to retire this […]
Eubank Jr. Threatens Nigel Benn During EXPLOSIVE Presser
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn’s second presser produced fireworks, although it was not as explosive as the first. The first presser ahead of their April 26 clash produced mass controversy after Eubank slapped Benn with an egg. Nigel Benn reacted by grabbing Eubank by his neck as security diffused the situation. Security responded by […]