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Ex-Soccer Star Nacho Novo Will Box The Scottish Jake Paul Despite Recent Heart Attack
Nacho Novo, the former Rangers soccer super star, will box influencer Caz Milligan from the OVO Hydro on August 10. Novo is known for being one of Rangers’ most-iconic footballers. The Spaniard spent six years at Rangers, scoring 73 times in 255 appearances. He had a stellar career, winning 3 league titles, 2 league cups […]
Fans Slam Paul After Tyson Pulls Out With Health Concerns – ‘Shameless, Protect Fighters'
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson has been postponed after Tyson pulled out due to a flare-up of his ulcer injury. The two were meant to box on July 20 in an eight-round contest, with 14-ounce gloves in two-minute rounds. There were already worries over the fight due to the age gap. Tyson will be 58 […]
Wilder vs. Zhang Breakdown
Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang square off on June 1 in their heavyweight clash. Both boxers have a point to prove. Wilder was out of the ring following his trilogy with Tyson Fury for over a year. He then defeated Robert Helenius in a first-round KO. His next fight against Joseph Parker was crucial. A […]
Makhachev vs. Poirier Predictions – ‘Gonna Be Too Good'
Islam Makhachev takes on Dustin Poirier today in their UFC 302 fight in what could be ‘The Diamond’s’ last fight. Makhachev is seen as the massive favorite, as he enters as the UFC Lightweight Champion. He is looking for the third successful defense of his belt. He won the title against Charles Oliveira at UFC […]
KO Artist Vergil Ortiz Tells Ryan Garcia – ‘Let’s Make This Happen'
Vergil Ortiz Jr. has responded to Ryan Garcia’s call out, saying he is willing to fight him. Ortiz was meant to box Tim Tszyu on August 3 on the Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov card. However, the fight has been called off after Tszyu pulled out because his recent cut had not healed. Tszyu suffered […]
Wilder And Zhang Size Each Other Up At The Weigh-In
The weigh-in for Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang took place as they faced off on June 1. The heavyweights will represent Matchroom and Queensbury Promotions. Wilder is Eddie Hearn’s team captain. He is looking to rectify his loss to Joseph Parker. The Bronze Bomber was out of sorts, as his right hand and jab were […]
Parker Wants The Joshua Rematch – ‘It Would Be A Different Fight'
Joseph Parker wants a rematch with Anthony Joshua to avenge his loss. Parker faced Joshua in 2018 as he lost his WBO Heavyweight Title via a unanimous decision. While he may have suffered a defeat, Parker was praised for lasting the distance. Joshua was undefeated with a 20-0 record at the time, which included 20 […]
Catterall Wants Teofimo Lopez In Saudi
Jack Catterall has called out Teofimo Lopez for a fight in Saudi Arabia. Catterall is coming off a unanimous decision win over Josh Taylor. The victory avanged Catterall’s 2022 loss, with many feeling he had been unjustly deprived of becoming undisputed at 140 as Taylor got the decision. While that may have been the case, […]
Deontay Wilder Will Bring Desperate Approach to Under Role Against Zhilei Zhang
Deontay Wilder was once considered one of the heavyweight contenders who could unify the championship belts. However, Wilder’s run in top-level fights has him clinging to the hope of getting another championship-level opportunity. Wilder was being set up for a possible match with Anthony Joshua but saw that disappear last December when he took a […]
Tyson Fury Is ‘Damaged Goods' After The Usyk Loss – ‘Usyk Flattens The Typsy King'
Tim Bradley expects Oleksandr Usyk to beat Tyson Fury much easier the second time, saying The Gypsy King is damaged goods. Usyk beat Fury by a split decision to become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. While one of the scorecards gave Fury, the judge was heavily criticized, with most feeling that the Ukrainian had done enough […]
Mayweather Has A Dig At Tank Davis, Says Shakur Has More Skills
Floyd Mayweather has had a dig at Gervonta Davis, saying Shakur Stevenson is the more skilled fighter. Mayweather and Davis have had a rocky relationship throughout the years. In the run-up to Davis’ fight with Frank Martin on June 15, Tank claimed Mayweather was being held in Dubai due to owing people money. Mayweather responded […]
Tim Tszyu Pulls Out Of His Fight With Vergil Ortiz Jr.
Tim Tszyu has withdrawn from his fight with Vergil Ortiz Jr., which was set for August 3. Tszyu was scheduled to fight on the Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov card, which came as a surprise. The Australian had already gone through a tough fight with Sebastian Fundora on March 30, in which he suffered the […]
Garcia Says His Supplements Tested Positive for Ostarine – Victor Conte Exposes Those Claims
Ryan Garcia’s legal team has said two supplements which have been submitted to VADA came back positive for Ostarine contamination. Garcia faces a battle to clear his name after he failed VADA tests for the Devin Haney fight. Urine samples taken on April 19 and April 20 showed the banned substance. Ostarine is known for […]
Wilder Stares Down Zhang In Chilling Face Off – ‘Someone's Going To Sleep'
The pre-fight presser for Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang took place ahead of their fight on Saturday. The heavyweight clash pits two of the division’s most dangerous punchers against each other as Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn’s stable face off in a five vs five tournament. Wilder will represent team Hearn, while Zhang will represent […]
Wilder Could Retire If He Loses To Zhang
Deontay Wilder could retire from the sport if he loses against Zhilei Zhang. Wilder takes on Zhang in the biggest fight of his career, knowing he cannot afford to lose. His defeat to Joseph Parker last time around raised serious questions about whether he could cut it at the top level any longer. He was […]
Nick Ball Aims To Channel Inner Mike Tyson In World Title Clash With Raymond Ford
Featherweight contender Nick Ball has revealed he takes inspiration from Mike Tyson and plans to channel the heavyweight legend’s “no messing” attitude when he faces Raymond Ford on Saturday. Ball (19-0-1 11 KO) contests his second successive world title fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia where Ford’s WBA belt will be on the line. Their bout […]
Filip Hrgovic Has A Golden Opportunity To Prove He Belongs Amongst Elite Heavyweights
There is no better time than now to be an elite heavyweight and for Filip Hrgovic, Saturday night will be his opportunity to propel himself towards the big title shots and even bigger paydays. Saudi Arabia’s investment in boxing has focused mainly on the heavyweight division so far, allowing the likes of Tyson Fury, Anthony […]
Jake Paul Helps The WBO Open A New Gym
Jake Paul has taken another step in his boxing career, helping the WBO open a gym in Utuado, Puerto Rico. Paul’s decision to enter boxing as a professional has received a mixed response. He has been praised for bringing new fans to the sport who may otherwise have been focused on the UFC. This has […]
Wilder vs. Zhang Media Workout – ‘It's Not Going The Distance'
Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang held their media workouts before their heavyweight clash on Saturday. Both fighters have plenty to prove following their last performances. Wilder looked far from the man who developed a reputation for being a knockout artist. He only won a round against Joseph Parker, as the Bronze Bomber looked gunshy. He […]
Darren Till Wants To Box Jake Paul
Darren Till is targeting a boxing bout with Jake Paul, provided he beats Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Till left the UFC in 2022 after losing to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 282. That was his third UFC loss in a row, as he called time on his MMA career. He had been linked with a […]