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Victor Conte On Garcia's Failed Tests – ‘Why Didn't Ryan Attend A Hearing?'
Victor Conte, who works with VADA as an anti-doping consultant, has reacted to Ryan Garcia’s response to his failed VADA tests for Ostarine. After Garcia tested positive for Ostarine twice following his April 2024 win over Devin Haney, he provided two unsealed supplements, claiming they were contaminated. Both tested positive for Ostarine. However, Conte revealed […]
Dubois Leaves Don Charles – Is It The Right Move?
Daniel Dubois has officially split from his trainer, Don Charles, as he will now work alongside Tony Sims. The announcement follows Dubois’ knockout loss to Oleksandr Usyk, as he missed out on becoming the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. Charles, who helped Dubois resurrect his career after his first loss to Joe Joyce, was a central […]
What's Next For Dillian Whyte After The Itauma Loss?
After his first round knockout loss to Moses Itauma, Dillian Whyte’s next steps are uncertain. Whyte is in the latter part of his career, knowing a title shot may not be achievable. That has left Whyte with a decision to make. He could have a third fight with Derek Chisora. Whyte has already beaten him […]
Nick Ball Vs. Naoya Inoue – How Does It Play Out?
Nick Ball is targeting Naoya Inoue following his win over Sam Goodman, as we look at how the fight could play out. Inoue is an explosive counter-puncher with a 90% knockout rate, while Ball is a relentless, pressure-fighting brawler. Inoue’s wide stance gives him a base for attack and defense, allowing him to set up […]
Fury Says Itauma Beats Usyk – ‘Moses Will Wreck Him'
Tyson Fury believes Moses Itauma would beat Oleksandr Usyk, but is he right? Fury’s comments were made after Itauma knocked out Dillian Whyte in his last fight in a first-round knockout. While Whyte is 37-years-old, it was still the biggest win of Itauma’s career. Fury’s view is primarily based on the idea that boxing is […]
Andy Ruiz: Jake Paul More Likely To Beat AJ Than Andre Ward
Andy Ruiz Jr. says Jake Paul has a better chance of beating Anthony Joshua than Andre Ward, but is that accurate? Ruiz’s argument is about the heavyweight advantage. Ward, a former light-heavyweight and super-middleweight champion, is simply not a heavyweight. While Ward’s boxing IQ, and defensive skills are among the best, he is a much […]
What's Next For Itauma After Beating Whyte?
Moses Itauma stopped Dillian Whyte in one round, raising question marks over his next steps. Itauma’s win extended his record to 13-0, as he secured the biggest victory on his resume. Naturally, he has been linked with many fights moving forward, as we explore the options. One of the most talked-about possibilities is a fight […]
What's Next For Ball After Beating Goodman?
Nick Ball defeated Sam Goodman to remain the WBA Featherweight Champion, raising question marks over his next steps. Ball’s win took his record to 22-0-1, which was his third consecutive win. Naturally, Ball could target a unification against Rafael Espinoza. Ball would be facing a much taller and longer fighter in Espinoza. Espinoza likes to […]
Moses Itauma Stops Dillian Whyte In One Round
Moses Itauma stopped Dillian Whyte in just a round, as you can follow how the fight played out. Itauma had eight straight knockouts, with many seeing this as the biggest test of his career. Itauma showed everyone his credentials by knocking out Mike Balogun in his last fight, as talk over an Oleksandr Usyk fight continued […]
Nick Ball Beats Sam Goodman To Retain WBA Featherweight Title
Nick Ball defeated Sam Goodman to retain his WBA Featherweight Title, as you can see how the fight played out. Ball defended his WBA Featherweight Title, with a 20-1 record that included 12 KOs. He arrived into the fight with a victory against TJ Doheny, the second defense of his belt since beating Raymond Ford. […]
Crawford Shuts Down Training Camp For Canelo Showdown
Terence Crawford has closed his training camp to all visitors and interviews ahead of his September 13 Undisputed Super Middleweight Title fight against Canelo Alvarez. The fight is a huge challenge for the 37-year-old Crawford, who holds a record of 41-0 with 31 knockouts. He is moving up two weight classes, from 154 pounds to […]
Adrien Broner's Downfall Continues – ‘I Ain’t Got A Dime'
Former four-weight champion Adrien Broner has made a shocking admission that he is broke, just hours after promoter Don King announced his return. Broner revealed his financial struggles on social media, emphasising that he still wants to fight for King but needs to prioritize himself. The post came at the same time as King’s confirmation […]
Lou DiBella Says New Ali Act Doesn't ‘Protect Fighters'
Boxing promoter Lou DiBella says the new bill called the “Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act” would benefit promotions like TKO Group Holdings, more than it would help fighters. The Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act was made to protect boxers from unfair contracts, promote fair rankings, and ensure transparency. However, the new bill proposes a […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin Allegedly Close
Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Erickson Lubin have reportedly reached a verbal agreement over an October 18 fight, although Ortiz’s father, Vergil Ortiz Sr., denies the deal is done. The situation is complicated as talks have also taken place with WBO Junior Middleweight Champion Xander Zayas, but no offer has been accepted in that regard. If […]
Boxing Insiders Predict Nick Ball Vs. Sam Goodman – ‘TKO In The Late Rounds'
Nick Ball puts his WBA Featherweight Title on the line against Sam Goodman on August 16, as boxing insiders gave their picks. The fight is a clash of styles, putting Ball’s relentless, pressure-fighting aggression against Goodman’s slick, technical boxing. Ball, with a record of 20-1 with 12 KOs, is coming into this fight with momentum. […]
Joseph Parker's Next Steps
Joseph Parker is the WBO Interim Heavyweight Champion, as we look at what is next for him. The current Undisputed Heavyweight Champion is Oleksandr Usyk, who knocked out Daniel Dubois in his last fight to become undisputed at the weight class for the second time. However, Usyk has requested an extension to negotiate a mandatory […]
Moses Itauma Vs. Dillian Whyte Final Presser – Key Moments
The final press conference took place for Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte ahead of their heavyweight clash on Saturday. Itauma (12-0, 10 KOs) has been on a blistering run, with eight straight knockouts in a row. He entered the fight with a win over Mike Balogun in May. Itaama has been tipped as a future […]
Nick Ball And Sam Goodman's Final Presser – ‘I Believe I Can Win'
The final press conference took place ahead of Nick Ball’s WBA Featherweight Title defense against undefeated challenger Sam Goodman on August 16. Ball (20-1, 12 KOs) captured the belt on June 1, 2024, with a split-decision win over Raymond Ford and has since defended it successfully against Ronny Rios and TJ Doheny. Meanwhile, Goodman (20-0, […]
What's Next For Dmitry Bivol?
The IBF says they are yet to receive a formal medical exception request from Dmitry Bivol, despite his recent back surgery. Bivol (24-1) last fought in February in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, avenging his sole career defeat to Artur Beterbiev via a majority decision. Following the bout, his doctor advised that it was the right time […]
Fundora Vs. Thurman Verbally Agreed
Sebastian Fundora, the WBC junior middleweight champion, has reached a verbal agreement to fight Keith Thurman on October 18 from Las Vegas. Fundora has made two defenses of his WBC belt. Wins over Chordale Booker and Tszyu in the rematch have made him one of the leading names in the division. While has been linked […]