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Hearns To Attend Annual Box Fan Expo
Eight-time world champion Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns is set to make an appearance at the Eighth Annual Box Fan Expo on September 13. According to reports, the event takes place from the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Expo has been timed to coincide with the undisputed super middleweight title fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence […]
Itauma's Return Lined Up For December – The Options Available
Moses Itauma will box in December, as his hitlist has been outlined by Frank Warren. Itauma extended his undefeated record to 13-0, with 11 KOs to his name by stopping Dillian Whyte in his last bout. That was his ninth consecutive stoppage, as the attention turns towards his next fight. Itauma called out Oleksandr Usyk, […]
Fury Back In The Gym – What's Next?
Tyson Fury has returned to the boxing gym, as he displayed his shadow boxing, amid rumors of a return from retirement. Fury hung up the gloves in January following his second consecutive defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. The losses prevented Fury from becoming the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. Despite this, The Gypsy King was adamant that he […]
What's Next For Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.?
Following his deportation from the United States, boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been released from custody in Mexico while he awaits trial. Chavez Jr. was taken into custody by Mexican authorities after being deported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in July on charges of unlawful entry. This occurred shortly after his recent […]
De La Hoya On Canelo – ‘I Said Sorry'
Golden Boy Promoter Oscar De La Hoya opened up about his strained relationship with Canelo Alvarez, stating he was unsure over the cause of their fractured relationship. De La Hoya stated that things became difficult following Canelo’s defeat to Floyd Mayweather in 2013. It was the Mexican’s first defeat of his career in a performance […]
Figueroa Vs. Cordova Ends In A Majority Draw
Yankiel Rivera Figueroa and Angelino Cordova fought to a thrilling majority draw in their WBA interim flyweight title, as you can follow how the fight played out. Figueroa entered the fight with a perfect record of 7-0 with 3 KOs. He had been on a tear since turning professional in 2022, with a knockout ratio […]
Fans React As Canelo Alvarez Spars Jaron Ennis – ‘Woooow'
Canelo Alvarez sparred Jaron Ennis ahead of his Undisputed Super Middleweight fight against Terence Crawford on September 13. Canelo is the undisputed champion having achieved the feat for the second time by beating William Scull in his previous bout. Canelo is the favorite since he is a seasoned 168-pounder, who has also boxed and won […]
Fans React To Canelo Vs. Crawford Broadcast Team – ‘Great Line Up'
A stacked broadcast team has been announced for Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford’s Undisputed Super Middleweight Title fight. The bout, which will air on Netflix, has history on the line. Canelo knows a win solidifies his legacy further, having just become undisputed at 168 for the second time in his last fight by beating William […]
Will Power Decide Canelo Vs. Crawford?
Trainer Bob Santos is backing Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs) to defeat Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) in their September 13 Undisputed Super Middleweight fight, citing Canelo’s advantage in size and power. Crawford moves up two weight classes to try and become a three-weight undisputed champion. Crawford, who is 37, secured an unconvincing victory over Israil […]
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis – How Does It Play Out?
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis takes place on November 14, as we look at how the fight could play out. Paul enters the fight with a unanimous decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Paul’s only loss took place against Tommy Fury. This fight has raised controversy since Tank fights at lightweight, raising questions over […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin – How Does It Play Out?
Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) boxes Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) on November 8, as we look at how the fight could play out. Ortiz enters the fight with a win over Israil Madrimov to retain his WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt. Ortiz had been in talks to face the WBO Junior Middleweight Champion […]
Jack Rafferty vs Mark Chamberlain – Preview & Betting Tips
The British and Commonwealth super lightweight titles will be on the line when Jack Rafferty defends it against Mark Chamberlain on Saturday night. Rafferty (26-0, 17 KO’s) is an unbeaten power puncher, and is currently one of the fighters that British boxing fans have their eye on as he looks set to move onto the […]
Is Fury Coming Back?
Tyson Fury posted a clip on social media showing him hitting the pads with his father, John Fury, increasing speculation that he may be planning a return to the ring. This latest development comes just months after Fury’s second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk last December, a loss that prompted his retirement. Fury had been vocal […]
Haney Considering Andre Ward As A Trainer
Devin Haney is looking to add Andre Ward to his corner for his upcoming November 22 fight against WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. Haney is looking to become a three-weight world champion, having already won titles at 140 and 147. He secured a unanimous decision win in his last fight against Jose Ramirez on […]
Jon Jones' Return Linked To Aspinall's Success
According to former UFC fighter and ex-teammate of Jon Jones, Keith Jardine, a potential comeback for Jones might hinge on the success of the current heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall. Jones retired in June after beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 last November at UFC 309, putting an end to any hopes of an Aspinall fight. […]
Zak Miller vs Leon Woodstock – Preview & Betting Tips
British boxing fans are in for a treat on August 23rd as Zak Miller defends his Commonwealth featherweight title against the battle-hardened Leon Woodstock. Miller (16-1, 3 KO’s) has quietly established himself as one of the rising forces at 126-pounds. With a lone blemish on his record, the Manchester man has steadily built momentum, and […]
Boxing Insiders Slam Jake Paul Vs. Gervonta Davis – ‘Boxing Is Officially WWE'
The boxing community has reacted to the news that Jake Paul will fight undefeated champion Gervonta Davis in an exhibition, scheduled for November 14 in Atlanta. The news was first leaked by Netflix Turkey in a now-deleted social media post but has since been confirmed by boxing insiders like Mike Coppinger. Paul was linked with […]
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Deported Back To Mexico
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is back in Mexico after being deported from the United States in response to his arrest by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in July. Reports indicate that Chavez Jr. was accused of entering the U.S illegally, resulting in his detention last month. The news was a massive shock especially since […]
Fans React To Canelo Vs. Crawford Undercard – ‘Could've Done Better'
Fans have reacted to the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford card. The two boxers headline an undisputed super middleweight title fight on September 13. Canelo became undisputed for a second time by beating William Scull in his last fight. Meanwhile, Crawford moves up two weight classes to take on Alvarez for the chance to become […]
Yoenis Tellez Vs. Abass Baraou Preview
Yoenis Tellez, the WBA Super Welterweight Interim Champion, puts his title on the line against Abass Baraou on Saturday, as we preview this upcoming fight. Tellez arrives into the fight with the best win of his career, securing a unanimous decision win over Julian Williams. The victory extended his undefeated record to 10-0, with 7 […]