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Is Arum Right About The Muhammad Ali Act?
Bob Arum has spoken out against any potential amendments to the Muhammad Ali Act, calling the new bill “a tragedy.” Arum’s comments come as he hit out at what he sees as Dana White’s push to make changes to the law. The original Ali Act was designed to ensure transparency, ban extreme contracts, and keep […]
Eubank And Benn Trade Verbals In Kick-Off Presser
Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn’s first press conference ahead of their November 15 clash took place, with plenty of fireworks. Eubank arrives into the fight with a unanimous decision win over Benn in April. The latter suffered his first loss, while Eubank overcame the hurdles that plagued him in the build up. Eubank Jr. […]
Fans Predict Liam Paro Vs. David Papot – ‘A Tough Fight'
Liam Paro is set to face David Papot in a IBF welterweight title eliminator on September 18 as fans predicted their winner. Paro (26-1, 16 KOs) is making his welterweight debut after a successful run at 140 pounds. The Australian won the IBF belt with a victory over Subriel Matias but lost it in his […]
Adrien Broner's Decline Continues
The decline of Adrien Broner has continued after he was removed from a podcast for inappropriate remarks. During an appearance on ‘It Is What It Is in Las Vegas’, Broner began making comments towards co-hosts Treasure Wilson and Arabia Tillery. Despite warnings, Broner continued even when Wilson’s boyfriend was there. It all came to a […]
Gabriela Fundora vs Alexas Kubicki: Preview & Betting Tips
The spotlight falls on the women’s flyweight division this Saturday night as Gabriela Fundora defends her undisputed championship against late replacement Alexas Kubicki. Fundora enters the ring with a flawless record (16-0, 8 KO’s) and she has already shown herself to be a special fighter. With her height, reach, and technical foundations, she uses her […]
Oscar Collazo vs Jayson Vayson: Preview & Betting Tips
This Saturday Puerto Rican star Oscar Collazo defends his WBA, WBO, and Ring Magazine titles against Filipino challenger Jayson Vayson. Oscar Collazo (12-0, 9 KO’s) is one of the fastest-rising names in the lower weight classes. The 28-year-old southpaw has already unified titles in just 12 professional outings and has developed a reputation as both […]
Brock Jarvis vs Ken Aitken: Preview & Betting Tips
Australian fight fans will be treated to an intriguing super-welterweight clash as Brock Jarvis meets Ken Aitken over eight rounds on the Liam Paro vs David Papot undercard. Brock Jarvis (23-2, 21 KO’s) is a name familiar to most followers of the Australian boxing scene. A long-time student of Jeff Fenech, Jarvis has built his […]
Hamzah Sheeraz Against Canelo Alvarez – How Does It Play Out?
Hamzah Sheeraz has his eyes on facing Canelo Alvarez, despite the Mexican losing his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title to Terence Crawford. Sheeraz is the WBC Interim Super Middleweight Champion, who defeated Edgar Berlanga in his last fight in what was his first bout at 168. There were suggestions that Sheeraz could box Canelo in the […]
Teofimo Lopez Vs. Shakur Stevenson – How Does It Play Out?
Following their verbal exchanges on social media, Teofimo Lopez has confirmed that a fight with Shakur Stevenson could be finalized soon. Reports indicate that the bout is being targeted for Saudi Arabia, as it could air on Netflix. Lopez and Shakur exchanged words at the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford post-presser. Crawford asked Lopez if […]
Fans React To Usyk's Soccer Skills – ‘I Thought He Was Injured'
Fans have reacted to Oleksandr Usyk taking to the soccer pitch for a charity game for World Legends against Portugal Legends. The game ended 4-1 for Portugal Legends, as Usyk’s cameo was not enough to make an impact. During his 17 minutes on the field, Usyk—who is currently recovering from a back injury—did not score […]
Canelo vs. Crawford: A Record-Breaking Fight With Unexpected Bumps
Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford broke several boxing records, but not everything went to plan. The fight, which saw Crawford become a three-weight undisputed champion, also made its mark on the record books. The live gate for the event reached $47,231,887, making it the third-highest-grossing boxing gate in history. It falls just behind the two […]
Liam Paro vs David Papot: Preview & Betting Tips
Australian southpaw Liam Paro makes another step toward a world title shot when he faces French veteran David Papot in a 12-round contest for a IBF welterweight eliminator, with the winner positioning himself for a mandatory shot at championship gold. Paro (26-1, 16 KO’s) enters as the favourite and for good reason. The 29-year-old has […]
Liam Wilson vs Jorge Santana: Preview & Betting Tips
Australian contender Liam Wilson returns to action this week when he faces prospect Jorge Santana. Wilson (16-3, 8 KO’s) is well known on the international stage, having challenged the likes of Emanuel Navarrete and Oscar Valdez in high-profile bouts. While he came up short in those world-level opportunities, the Australian has proven durable, disciplined, and […]
Terence Crawford's Options For A Crossover Fight
Terence Crawford could pursue a crossover fight, as we look at the options available to him. Crawford made history by becoming a three-weight undisputed champion after defeating Canelo Alvarez for the Undisputed Super Middleweight Title. Naturally, there are calls for him to retire at the age of 37. Alternatively, a unique fight opportunity could present […]
Sara Bailey Vs. Evelin Nazarena Bermudez Preview
Sara Bailey, the WBA World Champion, is set to face Evelin Nazarena Bermudez, the IBF and WBO World Champion, in a junior flyweight clash on Saturday, as we preview this fight. Bailey enters the ring with a record of 6-0. This will be her first attempt to unify titles, as she secured the WBA belt with […]
Liam Paro Vs. David Papot Preview
Liam Paro, the ex-IBF junior welterweight champion, faces David Papot on September 18, as we preview this fight. Paro is moving up to welterweight, having recently campaigned at 140. He won the belt at 140 by beating Subriel Matias, only to lose it to Richardson Hitchens. Paro bounced back from that loss by beating Jonathan […]
Dana White Has Big Plans For Boxing – What's Next?
Dana White has revealed that he has ambitious plans for boxing. White’s recent co-promotion of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight was the first major event for TKO Boxing. The event was a success as the live gate of $47,231,887 made it the third-highest-grossing boxing gate in history. 70,482 people also attended the Allegiant […]
What's Next For Crawford After Beating Canelo?
Terence Crawford has captured the undisputed super middleweight title, handing Canelo Alvarez a shocking unanimous decision loss, as we look at what is next. Crawford’s victory came after a significant two-weight-class jump, as he entered the ring for the first time at 168 pounds. Just last August, the four-division world champion was competing at 154 […]
What's Next For Canelo After The Crawford Loss?
Canelo Alvarez’s loss to Terence Crawford has raised question marks over his future. Canelo suffered the third loss of his career, losing his undisputed super middleweight belt, as Crawford outboxed the Mexican to secure a unanimous decision win. The defeat was all the more damning with Crawford having jumped up two weight divisions, while not […]
Tributes Pour In After Ricky Hatton's Passing – ‘A Legend In British Boxing'
The boxing community reacted to the passing of Ricky Hatton at 46, as many tributes poured in. Reports indicate that the authorities found Hatton dead at his residence, but there is nothing to indicate that it was a suspicious death. The Brit was on course to make a return to the ring this year, as […]