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Tatsuro Taira Vs. Amir Albazi Reportedly Off
Flyweight Tatsuro Taira was meant to face Amir Albazi at UFC Vegas 108 on August 2nd, but it appears the fight is off. Taira suffered the first loss of his career in his last bout. He came out second best in a split decision loss to Brandon Royval at UFC Vegas 98. The defeat was […]
Regis Prograis Vs. Jo Jo Diaz Preview
Former world champions Regis Prograis and Jo Jo Diaz will square off on August 2nd, as we preview this upcoming fight. For Prograis, the bout represents a chance to reestablish himself in the junior welterweight division. The 35-year-old is looking to bounce back after consecutive decision losses to Devin Haney and Jack Catterall—fights in which […]
Oscar Duarte Vs. Kenneth Sims Jr. Preview
Oscar Duarte faces Kenneth Sims Jr. in a junior welterweight clash on August 2, as we preview this upcoming fight. Duarte has rejuvenated his career following his first loss to Ryan Garcia in 2023. Under Robert Garcia, he became the first fighter to stop Jo Jo Diaz. That was followed up by a decision win […]
What's Next For Claressa Shields?
Claressa Shields defeated Lani Daniels to retain her undisputed heavyweight title, as we look at her next steps. Shields made the first defense of her belt, which she had acquired after stopping Danielle Perkins to clean up the heavyweight division. That feat added to her list of achievements at 154 and 160 pounds, where she […]
Shields Beats Daniels To Retain Undisputed Titles
Claressa Shields defeated Lani Daniels in a unanimous decision to retain her Undisputed Heavyweight Titles, as you can follow the fight live with round-by-round updates: 100-90 and 99-91 (x2). Shields entered the bout riding high after her historic win over Danielle Perkins, a victory that made her the first boxer—male or female—to become undisputed in […]
Fans React As WBO Ranks Crawford #1 At 168 – ‘Y'all Are Playing'
Fans have reacted to the news that the WBO has placed Terence Crawford number one in their 168 rankings, as Canelo Alvarez’s mandatory, despite never having boxed at the weight class. The news comes amid Crawford’s fight with Canelo, which takes place on September 13. Bud jumps up two weight divisions, having boxed at 154 […]
Reinier de Ridder Edges Past Robert Whittaker
Reinier de Ridder defeated Robert Whittaker at UFC Abu Dhabi, as you can see how the fight played out. De Ridder, the former ONE Championship titleholder, entered the fight with a 3-0 record in the UFC. He also had an impressive record of 13 submissions in 20 career wins. His grappling game made him a […]
Petr Yan Beats Marcus McGhee For His 3rd Straight Win
Petr Yan beat Marcus McGhee via a unanimous decision at UFC Abu Dhabi, as you can see how the fight played out. Yan was back in top form following a difficult stretch that included losses to Merab Dvalishvili, Sean O’Malley, and Aljamain Sterling. The Russian bounced back impressively, securing back-to-back victories over Song Yadong and […]
Claressa Shields Vs. Lani Daniels Breakdown
Claressa Shields and Lani Daniels face off on July 26 in an undisputed heavyweight championship showdown, as we look at how the fight could play out. Shields became a three-division undisputed champion by beating Danielle Perkins in her last bout. The win added to her prior undisputed status at 154 and 160 pounds. Her opponent, […]
Jaron Ennis Signs A New Deal With Matchroom – What's Next?
Jaron Ennis has re-signed with Matchroom Boxing, as he aims to make his name in the junior middleweight division. Ennis joined Matchroom Boxing with a view to becoming undisputed at 147. Boots eventually became the unified welterweight champion, stopping Emanuel Stanionis in his last fight to unify. There had been suggestions that Ennis would chase […]
Should Usyk Hang Up His Gloves?
Oleksandr Usyk has reached the pinnacle in the sport of boxing, as we consider what is next. Usyk secured a dominant fifth-round knockout over Daniel Dubois in his last fight to become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World. It was the second time he had become undisputed at heavyweight, adding to his list of […]
Regis Prograis' Future Plans
Regis Prograis and Joseph Diaz Jr. will face off in the co-main event of the August 2nd Oscar Duarte vs. Kenneth Sims Jr. card, as Regis still has plans on becoming a three-time world champion. Prograis has suffered back-to-back decision defeats to Devin Haney and Jack Catterall, taking three knockdowns between the two fights. His […]
Tributes Pour In After Hulk Hogan's Passing – ‘RIP To The Legend'
Fans and combat sports stars have paid tribute to WWE legend and Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, born Terry Bollea, after he passed away at 71. According to reports, Hogan died on Thursday, July 24, at his home in Florida after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest. Hogan was one of the most iconic figures in […]
Claressa Shields vs Lani Daniels: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: DAZN/SP Salitahttps://x.com/EverythingBoxi2/status/1947280399497052402/photo/1 Claressa Shields returns to the ring in her hometown of Detroit to make the first defence of her undisputed women’s heavyweight championship against Lani Daniels. Shields’ (16-0, 3 KO’s) résumé reads exceptionally well in women’s boxing. The self-proclaimed “GWOAT” (Greatest Woman of All Time) is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and […]
Bruce Carrington vs Mateus Heita: Preview & Betting Tips
Bruce Carrington takes on Mateus Heita in a battle of unbeatens for the WBC interim featherweight title on Saturday night, in what could prove to be a more interesting matchup than it looks on paper. Carrington (15-0, 9 KO’s), also known as “Shu Shu,” has steadily built his professional resume since turning pro, using his […]
Claressa Shields Vs. Lani Daniels Open Workout – ‘Go Through Hell To Beat Me'
Claressa Shields and Lani Daniels held an open workout ahead of their July 26 undisputed heavyweight clash. Shields will defend her Undisputed Heavyweight Title, having secured it with a win against Danielle Perkins in her last bout. The victory crowned her as an undisputed champion in a third weight class, having already done so at […]
Can Pacquiao Beat Romero?
Bob Arum believes Manny Pacquiao still has what it takes to defeat WBA ‘Regular’ Welterweight Champion Rolando Romero if that fight materializes next. Pacquiao recently came out of retirement to secure a majority draw with WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios. The result received a mixed response, as Pacman showed he could hang in with a […]
PFL Makes Major Moves In The Middle East
The PFL has confirmed that Sheikh Mohammed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum will join the organization, as part of their ownership group. Sheikh Mohammed, the founding Chairman of Dubai-based Alpha MBM Investments, joins as the PFL seeks to expand their presence in the Middle East. Alpha MBM Investments operates across various sectors, including sports. […]
De La Hoya's Comments On Shakur Backfire
Oscar De La Hoya believes Gervonta Davis would stop Shakur Stevenson, even if his own fighter William Zepeda respected Shakur’s power. The Saudis are keen on making the Tank-Shakur fight following Stevenson’s win over William Zepeda in a defense of his WBC Lightweight Title. Shakur showed he could neutralize a power puncher, as Zepeda is […]
Should Jon Jones Return — Perhaps In Boxing?
Amir Khan, the former unified junior welterweight champion, doesn’t believe Jon Jones should step into the boxing ring. Jones has shown interest in returning for the UFC’s potential White House event next summer following his recent retirement, which had ended hopes of a Tom Aspinall bout. However, Dana White is not keen on that idea, as […]