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Lewis Crocker relishes underdog role ahead of Liam Paro clash
Lewis Crocker says the underdog tag eases his mind before facing favourite Liam Paro, drawing on experience from his last time entering a fight with expectations.
Inoue's Promoter Confirms 'Big Fight' In Motion
Naoya Inoue's next big fight is already in motion — and the timing points directly at Jesse Rodriguez.
Beterbiev Says Bivol Trilogy Comes Before Benavidez
Artur Beterbiev wants Dmitry Bivol one more time — and he is not interested in discussing anything else until that fight is made.
Tank Davis' Team Reaches Out To Haney
Devin Haney, the WBO welterweight champion revealed that Gervonta Davis' team has made contact about a potential fight.
Liam Paro questions Lewis Crocker's mindset before IBF title clash
Australian challenger Liam Paro says IBF welterweight champion Lewis Crocker has the wrong approach heading into Wednesday's world title fight in Brisbane.
Lee Selby says money talks after accepting bare-knuckle offer
Lee Selby accepted a bare-knuckle contract after turning down two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the final financial package met his threshold.
Xander Zayas calls out Jaron Ennis over 'padded' record
Rising welterweight prospect Xander Zayas told Ariel Helwani that IBF champion Jaron Ennis has avoided top-tier fights and padded his unbeaten record.
Shakur Stevenson: Devin Haney wants fight to exploit weight edge
Stevenson told The Daily Mail that Haney is eager to face him at 147 pounds to gain a size edge, proposing a 144-pound catchweight compromise instead.
Beterbiev wants Bivol trilogy before Benavidez showdown
Artur Beterbiev says he expects a third fight with Dmitry Bivol in five to six months and wants to settle their rivalry before facing David Benavidez.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Only Turki Alalshikh's word matters
Turki Alalshikh holds the cards on venue and date for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury, despite claims from Dana White, Frank Warren, and Eddie Hearn.
Caroline Dubois tells Alycia Baumgardner she has 'absolutely nobody' to fight
Caroline Dubois has called out Alycia Baumgardner, saying the American has nobody left to fight after failing to land bouts with Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.
Filip Hrgovic: 'Moses never reached the promised land'
Filip Hrgovic invoked biblical prophecy when asked about his Aug. 29 showdown with unbeaten heavyweight Moses Itauma, declaring his job is to stop the rising star's ascent.
Filip Hrgovic dismisses Moses Itauma hype ahead of clash
Heavyweight contender Filip Hrgovic says he remains unconvinced by Moses Itauma's rapid rise, breaking with the consensus view of the unbeaten prospect.
Stevenson says Haney pushing fight due to weight advantage
Shakur Stevenson claims Devin Haney is eager to fight him because the 147-pound champion would enter the ring 20 pounds heavier, per The Daily Mail.
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Where the superfight stands
Fury and Joshua have circled each other for years. ESPN breaks down the current state of negotiations and what obstacles remain for the all-British heavyweight clash.
Chris Eubank Jr targets return by year's end after health issues
Chris Eubank Jr says he's working to regain peak condition after health struggles derailed him in the Benn rematch and hopes to fight again by December.
Brad Pauls gutted after IBF international middleweight loss
Brad Pauls reacts to losing his IBF international middleweight title, telling BBC Sport he is devastated by the defeat that stalls his progress at 160lbs.
Gary Antuanne Russell warns Boots Ennis faces tough test vs Zayas
Russell predicts Boots Ennis to beat Xander Zayas in Saturday's title fight but cautions the challenger cannot afford to take the young champion lightly.
Lee Selby reveals bare-knuckle offer took three bids to accept
Lee Selby says he rejected two bare-knuckle offers before the money was right. The former featherweight champion told BBC Sport the prize dictated his answer.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Turki Alalshikh says ignore everyone else
Saudi financier Turki Alalshikh has told fans to ignore the noise around Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury until he confirms details himself.