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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.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Only one man knows the truth
Turki Alalshikh shut down conflicting reports about Joshua-Fury, saying no decisions on venue or promoter have been made. A summit with White, Hearn and Warren is planned.
Tyson Fury contract has no venue lock, but Zuffa barred from Joshua fight
Fury's deal allows for venues outside the U.K., while Joshua's contract mandates a British site. Eddie Hearn says both deals explicitly exclude Dana White's Zuffa Boxing.
Abdul Khan credits cousin Amir for lighting boxing fire
Abdul Khan says cousin Amir's boxing career inspired him and a generation of South Asian fighters. Speaking to BBC Sport, Khan credited his cousin's success.
Fury teases 'massive' Zuffa Boxing announcement via Dana White
Tyson Fury says a major Zuffa Boxing announcement is coming but deferred details to Dana White, calling the news "massive" in comments to BBC Sport.
Lee Selby reveals money talks in bareknuckle boxing switch
Lee Selby says he declined two bareknuckle boxing offers before promoters met his price. The former world champion told BBC Sport money drove his decision.
Abdul Khan credits Amir Khan for inspiring South Asian boxers
Abdul Khan told BBC Sport that Amir Khan's success inspired a generation of South Asian boxers, including himself, to pursue careers in the ring.
Rodriguez open to any challenger after title statement
Jesse Rodriguez says he will accept any opponent at light flyweight, telling BBC Sport he is ready for whoever steps forward to challenge his world title.
Lee Selby confirms bareknuckle move after three-bid negotiation
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle boxing deal after promoters raised their offer twice. The former IBF featherweight champion cited prize money as his reason.
Lee Selby accepted bareknuckle offer after promoter raised purse twice
Lee Selby accepted a bareknuckle contract after declining two earlier purse offers, telling BBC Sport the third bid finally met his price as a prizefighter.
Fury vs Joshua fight excludes Dana White, Zuffa Boxing from promotions
Eddie Hearn confirms both fighters' contracts bar Dana White and Zuffa Boxing from promotional involvement, though venue details remain under negotiation.
Lee Selby accepts bareknuckle boxing deal after rejecting two offers
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle boxing deal after rejecting two prior offers. The former IBF featherweight champion spoke to BBC Sport.
Lee Selby confirms bareknuckle switch after third contract offer
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle contract after promoters raised their financial offer twice. The ex-IBF champion called himself a prizefighter.
Xander Zayas Vs. Jaron Ennis Breakdown
Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis will meet at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on June 27 — and the unified junior middleweight titles are on the line.
De La Hoya Expects Ortiz To Fight Soon
Oscar De La Hoya believes the Vergil Ortiz Jr. contract dispute is close to resolution — and expects the unbeaten contender to be back in the ring before the year is out.
Rodriguez open to any opponent after three-weight triumph
Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez says he will fight anyone next after becoming a three-weight world champion, telling BBC Sport he is ready for any challenger.
Mizuki Hiruta questions confidence after Egypt decision win
Mizuki Hiruta won in Egypt but says lack of confidence stopped her getting a knockout. The flyweight admits she cannot unleash full power in key moments.
Collazo eyes Sandoval superfight after staying at flyweight
Oscar Collazo called out unified flyweight champion Ricardo Sandoval after stopping Neider Valdez in two rounds, with promoter Oscar De La Hoya eager to revive the Mexico-Puerto Rico rivalry.
Rodriguez accepts all challengers: 'Put them in front of me'
Jesse Rodriguez says he will accept any fight offered to him as he chases his next light flyweight title challenge, telling BBC Sport he is ready for action.
Mayer tells Carranza don't get discouraged after Jones draw
Mikaela Mayer says the fighter who thought she won the Jones-Carranza draw should not be discouraged, telling Ring Magazine she saw strides in discipline.