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Why Isn’t Canelo v Berlanga For Undisputed? The IBF’s Strict Mandatory Policy Explained
When Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez fights Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas on Saturday, three of the four super-middleweight world titles will be on the line. Canelo (61-2-2 39 KO) will enter the T Mobile Arena ring with the WBC, WBA, and WBO belts against Berlanga (22-0-0 17 KO), with the winner emerging as the unified champion. […]
Saúl Canelo Álvarez Plans to Protect Status as Unified Super Middleweight Champion
Edgar Berlanga is a fighter who understands how to build interest in his fight against Saúl Canelo Álvarez. Berlanga likes talking about how the fight will play out, and he likes talking in general. According to online boxing news, there are other opponents people would like to see Canelo fight against, but boxing fans will […]
Leah McCourt Hopes Experience Will Carry Her at Bellator London
Leah McCourt isn’t a grizzled veteran of the cage. Since making her professional debut in 2017, McCourt has only fought 11 times professionally. There have been a few setbacks, such as an injury that forced her out of a fight in Belfast, but McCourt has always been willing to take on challenges when they are […]
Sean O’Malley Wants to Deny Merab Dvalishvili’s American Dream at UFC 306 With Win at Sphere
Merab Dvalishvili honors every aspect of his life when he walks into the UFC octagon. He is one of several fighters who carry a flag representing two countries to the cage. Dvalishvili has the Georgian flag, which represents his native country, and the American flag, which is for his adopted country. Dvalishvili, 33, moved to […]
Ramirez v Billam-Smith: Zurdo ‘Looking Forward To Becoming Unified Champion’
WBA cruiserweight world champion Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez says he’s looking forward to unifying the division after his fight with WBO title holder Chris Billam-Smith was announced. Ramirez (46-1-0 30 KO) and Billam-Smith 20-1-0 13 KO) will put their world titles on the line in the headline bout of ‘Latino Night’ on November 16 in Riyadh, […]
Usyk Trolls Fury Ahead Of Their Rematch – ‘Chubby Belly'
Oleksandr Usyk had a dig at Tyson Fury, calling him chubby, as he began preparing for their December 21 rematch. Usyk gave Fury the first defeat of his career, beating The Gypsy King in a split decision to become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. Usyk dominated large parts of the fight, while Fury came on strong […]
Shakur Stevenson Injury Halts Fight With Joe Cordina – ‘He Damaged His Hand'
Shakur Stevenson has suffered a hand injury, so he will miss his October 12 clash with Joe Cordina. Stevenson was set to defend his WBC Lightweight Title on the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol card in what would have been Shakur’s first fight under Matchroom Boxing. It is a massive blow for Shakur, who has […]
Canelo And Berlanga Face Off For The Last Time – ‘I’ve Prepared For The Knockout'
The final presser for Canelo Alvarez and Edgar Berlanga took place as they prepare for battle on Saturday. Canelo defends his WBC and WBO Super Middleweight Titles in his second fight of this year. His last fight was a unanimous decision victory against his fellow Mexican Jaime Munguia. This time around, he faces an undefeated […]
Dana White Offers $25K For UFC 306 ‘Easter Eggs'
Dana White has offered one fan a chance to win $25,000 if they discover ‘easter eggs’ during the UFC 306 card on September 14. Sean O’Malley will defend his UFC Bantamweight Title against Merab Dvalishvili. Suga has the privilege to headline the first ever fight at The Sphere in history. The card is sponsored by Riyadh […]
Chisora Will Retire After His 50th Fight – ‘Sounds Like He Has CTE'
Derek Chisora has opened up about his future, saying that he will retire from boxing after 50 fights. Chisora is coming off a massive win, beating Joe Joyce to defy the odds in a thrilling fight. The victory meant the 40-year-old’s record stands at 35-13. Chisora may have numerous losses, but he has fought everyone. […]
Jaron Ennis’ Career At A Crossroads
Jaron Ennis’ future is suffering due to the lack of big fights. That is according to Chris Algieri. Boots is considered one of the most talented boxers in the welterweight division. He is the IBF Welterweight Champion with an undefeated record of 32-0 with 29 knockouts. He became the champion once Terence Crawford was stripped […]
Beterbiev Considers Moving Up To Cruiserweight
Artur Beterbiev may move up to cruiserweight if he beats Dmitry Bivol. Beterbiev puts his WBO, WBC and IBF belts on the line, seeking Bivol’s WBA title to become the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Champion. Beterbiev is 20-0, with all his wins coming by way of knockout. At 39, Beterbiev is in the latter part of […]
Froch Downplays Joshua's Legacy
Carl Froch has downplayed suggestions that Anthony Joshua is a great fighter based on his resume. Froch is a four-time super middleweight champion and a Hall of Famer. He was known for fighting the best, only losing to Andre Ward and Mikkel Kessler. Froch avenged the Kessler loss, but the Ward rematch never happened. Joshua […]
Canelo Sends A Berlanga A Chilly Warning During Grand Arrivals – ‘It’ll Be The Beatdown Of His Life'
Canelo Alvarez and Edgar Berlanga made their Grand Arrivals ahead of their September 14 clash. Canelo has his second fight of the year, defending his WBO and WBC titles on Mexican Independence Weekend. He enters the fight with a unanimous decision win over Jaime Munguia. The Mexican has received criticism for taking this fight, rather […]
Tyson Fury Drops Trainer With A Brutal Muay Thai Kick
Tyson Fury dropped a trainer with a Muay Thai kick, resulting in a strong reaction from fans. Fury appears in better spirits after coming off the first loss of his career. The Gypsy King lost a split decision to Oleksandr Usyk, who became the first Undisputed Heavyweight Champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999. Fury will […]
Boxing's Future As An Olympic Sport Is Under Threat
Boxing faces a battle to remain an Olympic sport, leaving fighters with an uncertain future. Boxing is currently not in the initial plans for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Any decision on the sport will take place next year, which will be pivotal to the future of the sport. The Olympics have churned out numerous […]
Conor McGregor's Return Delayed Further
Dana White has revealed that Conor McGregor will fight in the Octagon next year. The news means fans have to wait longer for the Irishman make his comeback. McGregor has been absent from the UFC since breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. The incident meant he suffered his third loss out of […]
Alberto Blas Ready to Defend Belt Against Dangerous Undefeated Contender
Alberto Blas hasn’t looked like fighting in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship has been much of an issue for him. Blas will headline BKFC 66 this weekend in Hollywood, Florida, hoping to extend his impressive streak of first-round knockouts. When it comes to bare-knuckle fighting, online boxing news shows that Blas has few rivals. Blas […]
Frank Warren: Whoever Reacts Best To First Punch Will Decide Winner Of Dubois v Joshua
Boxing promoter Frank Warren is convinced the winner of the IBF heavyweight title fight between Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua will be whoever reacts best from absorbing the first solid punch. Dubois (21-2-0 20 KO) makes the first defense of his IBF title against former two-time unified champion Joshua (28-3-0 25 KO) on September 21 […]
Hamzah Sheeraz ‘Chasing’ Chris Eubank – Even If It Means He Has To Win A World Title First
Middleweight contender Hamzah Sheeraz has said Chris Eubank Jr remains one of his prime targets and is willing to do whatever it takes to secure a fight against his British rival, even if it means he has to win a world title first. Sheeraz (20-0-0 16 KO) is one of the brightest talents in boxing, […]