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Errol Spence's Retirement Was Three Years Overdue
The Tszyu loss wasn't shocking—it was the final confirmation that Spence should have walked away after the Crawford beating. The car crash, the Ugas eye injury, and Crawford's clinic all told the same story.
Canelo Alvarez's Prime Is Over and His Next Fight Won't Change That
The Mexican superstar remains a draw, but his recent performances and careful matchmaking reveal a fighter protecting legacy rather than chasing greatness. Three fights left means three calculated exits.
The Bilal Fawaz Fight Nobody Talks About Anymore
Before passport controversies and title runs, Bilal Fawaz survived a brutal slugfest that proved he belonged at domestic level. We revisit the night that shaped his career.
Three Fights Cris Cyborg Should Take Before Hanging Up the Gloves
With retirement looming after PFL Tampa, Cyborg has options to cement her legacy. Here are three matchups that would give the featherweight legend the send-off she deserves.
De La Hoya Blasts Soft Generation After Davis Ducks Haney
Oscar De La Hoya criticized modern fighters as softer than his era after Keyshawn Davis turned down a career-high payday to challenge Devin Haney at welterweight.
Stevenson On Foster's Title Situation At 135
Shakur Stevenson says O'Shaquie Foster must establish himself at 135 pounds before their fight makes sense, questioning Foster's decision to vacate his WBC interim lightweight title.
Lopez On Davis Declining Haney Title Fight
Teofimo Lopez called Keyshawn Davis's withdrawal from the Devin Haney purse bid a duck move after Top Rank won the rights with a record offer.
Justin Gaethje's Violence-First Style Is His Biggest Asset and His Fatal Flaw
Gaethje's all-action approach has delivered some of the most memorable fights in UFC history, but it's the same recklessness that keeps him from ever wearing lightweight gold. The pattern is undeniable.
Johnson Defends Undisputed Title Against Thorslund
Cherneka Johnson defends her undisputed women's bantamweight titles against Dina Thorslund on Saturday in Orlando, with Aaron McKenna fighting for the vacant IBF middleweight strap.
Lewis Questions Joshua's Readiness Before Fury Clash
Lennox Lewis doubts Anthony Joshua belongs in the ring after his July 25 knockdowns against Kristian Prenga, though Joshua-Fury remains targeted for November.
England Boxers Equal Best Results With Seven Into Finals
England's boxing team matched their 1986 and 2018 records by putting seven fighters into Saturday's Commonwealth Games finals in Glasgow.
Lee Reeves Hospitalised After 10th-Round Knockout
Irish welterweight Lee Reeves was taken to hospital following a 10th-round stoppage loss to Gary Cully in Dublin on Saturday night.
Claressa Shields vs Kaye Scott (Recap Pending)
Claressa Shields (2-1-0) faces Kaye Scott (7-1-1) on Sunday. Full tale of the tape, best odds and our prediction.
William Zepeda beats Lamont Roach by UD on 2 August 2026
William Zepeda defeated Lamont Roach by UD on 2 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Keyshawn Davis Declines Haney Title Shot
Keyshawn Davis turned down his WBO-ordered fight with Devin Haney, refusing a $2.14M share of an $8.55M purse bid for the Oct. 3 welterweight title bout.
Chamberlain Stops O'Leary In 10th-Round Dublin Thriller
Mark Chamberlain knocked out Pierce O'Leary in the 10th round of a Fight of the Year contender at 3Arena in Dublin on Saturday night.
William Zepeda beats Lamont Roach Jr. by UD on 2 August 2026
William Zepeda defeated Lamont Roach Jr. by UD on 2 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Boxing Champions List Across All Weight Divisions
ESPN has compiled the current titleholders across all four major sanctioning bodies in every weight class, from heavyweight to strawweight.
Zepeda Captures WBC Lightweight Crown After Roach Win
William Zepeda claimed the vacant WBC lightweight title Saturday night, overwhelming Lamont Roach Jr. with relentless pressure to win by unanimous decision.
Charles Albert Shone Conwell beats Paul Kroll by TKO in round 9 on 2 August 2026
Charles Albert Shone Conwell defeated Paul Kroll by TKO, round 9 on 2 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.