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Wilder Warns Tyson Over Jake Paul Fight – ‘God Forbid He Gets Hit Into A Coma'
Deontay Wilder is worried that Mike Tyson could end up in a coma ahead of his clash with Jake Paul on July 20. Paul and Tyson face off in a pro bout on July 20. It will make history since it is the first time Netflix will air a boxing bout. Both fighters are reportedly in line to […]
Warren Expects Fury To Overpower Usyk Like Wilder
Frank Warren believes Tyson Fury will overpower Oleksandr Usyk in their Undisputed Heavyweight Clash. The fight occurs on May 18, and the winner becomes the first undisputed champion since 1999. That is when Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield in their rematch to claim all the belts. There have been question marks over how Fury will […]
Conor Benn Suspended By UKAD – ‘Is A Lifetime Ban Possible?'
Conor Benn has now been ‘suspended’ by United Kingdom Anti-Doping (UKAD). The news comes after UKAD and the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBoC) won their appeal to remove the National Anti-Doping Agency’s (NADP) decision to lift Benn’s suspension. The boxer failed two VADA tests in 2022 for Clomiphene. The substance is known for being […]
WBC Orders Haney To Face Martin, What's Next For Ryan Garcia?
Devin Haney has been ordered to defend his WBC Junior Welterweight Belt against Sandor Martin, with purse bids set for July 18. The news comes after Haney lost to Ryan Garcia on April 20. King Ry’s failure to make the 140-pound limit by coming in 3.2 pounds over meant that Haney retained his title. While he suffered his first loss, […]
Ennis Warns Crowley During Fiery Presser – ‘It’s Going To Be Nasty'
Jaron Ennis had his kick-off presser for his homecoming fight against Cody Crowley on July 13. Ennis will defend his IBF Welterweight Title at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. He will box in the city for the first time since stopping Raymond Serrano in 2018. His previous fight was a victory against Roiman Villa last year. He failed to face Terence Crawford during […]
Loma And Kambosos Separated During Intense Weigh-In
Vasiliy Lomachenko and George Kambosos Jr. had to be separated during a fiery weight-in. They face off this weekend for the vacant IBF Lightweight Title Clash. Both men are at a crossroads. Lomachenko missed out on becoming undisputed at 135 in his last bout, losing a unanimous decision to Devin Haney. Most of the boxing community felt he had done […]
Is Canelo's ‘$200 Million' Demand For Benavidez Realistic?
Canelo Alvarez has once again requested $200 million to fight David Benavidez. The Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion defended his title successfully with a unanimous decision win over Jaime Munguia. Benavidez was ringside as he and Canelo briefly interacted following the win. Benavidez was not surprised by the result. Alvarez was asked about Benavidez, saying the money […]
Josh Taylor Dismisses Challenge Of ‘Nearly-Man’ Jack Catterall Ahead Of Rematch
Former super-lightweight world champion Josh Taylor says a much-improved performance will see him comfortably defeat rival Jack Catterall in their rematch later this month. Taylor (19-1-0 13 KO) faces Catterall (28-1-0 13 KO) in Leeds, England on May 25 in a long-awaited rematch, more than two years after their controversial first bout. Scotland’s Taylor won […]
Skill, Intelligence, Form: How Oleksandr Usyk Beats Tyson Fury In Undisputed Title Fight
Oleksandr Usyk has the opportunity to create more history on an already historic night when he fights Tyson Fury in the first undisputed heavyweight title bout of the four-belt era. Undefeated Usyk (21-0-0 14 KO) puts his unified WBA, WBO, and IBF world titles up against WBC champion Fury on May 18 in Riyadh, Saudi […]
Jones Defends His Decision To Avoid Aspinall – ‘I Am Not Changing For Anyone'
Jon Jones has defended his decision to fight Stipe Miocic next over Tom Aspinall. Bones is back in training as he prepares to defend his UFC Heavyweight title against Stipe. He pulled out his defense at UFC 295 after injuring his pectoral muscles. Jones underwent surgery, while Dana White refused to strip Jones, following Aspinall’s […]
Alexander Volkanovski Opens Door to Fourth Fight with Max Holloway
Alexander Volkanovski believed he had closed the book on his rivalry with Max Holloway. The Australian former UFC featherweight champion picked up his third decision victory over Holloway at UFC 276 in July 2022. What the loss signaled for both men was what, at the time, seemed to be divergent paths. According to MMAfighting latest […]
Mike Tyson Resorts To Eating Raw Meat To Beat Jake Paul – ‘Jake's Finished'
Mike Tyson is taking every step to get himself ready for the Jake Paul fight. Tyson enters the ring for his first pro fight since losing to Kevin McBride on July 20. His competitive action was a 2020 exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. They will fight in a pro bout, wearing 14-ounce gloves. It is an […]
Claressa Shields Blasts Tank Davis For Calling Her A French Bulldog – ‘I Have A Man, You Ugly'
Claressa Shields has slammed Gervonta Davis for calling her a ‘French Bulldog.’ Davis and Shields are not on good terms as both have had a different take on Ryan Garcia’s failed test for Ostarine. Garcia tested positive twice for the substance, although further testing ruled out the presence of 19-Norandrosterone, an anabolic steroid. Garcia’s B […]
Ryan Garcia’s Ostarine Was 60 Times Over The Limit – ‘One Year-Ban Suggested'
Ryan Garcia’s Ostarine levels were 60 times over the limit following his failed VADA tests. The boxer tested positive for the substance following urine samples taken on April 19 and April 20. It has now cast doubt over his victory against Devin Haney. Ostarine helps sportsmen cut weight, build muscle and increase stamina. Garcia denied any intentional […]
Lomachenko Vs. Kambosos Predictions – ‘Stoppage In 7 Or 8'
Vasiliy Lomachenko and George Kambosos Jr. face off this weekend to gain the right to become the IBF Lightweight Champion. The belt is vacant after Devin Haney vacated to move up to 140. Loma is the favorite, having won titles in three weight classes. But questions remain over whether he has recovered from his last fight. He lost […]
Fury And Usyk Show Off Their Insane Physiques – ‘Different Levels, Fury At Risk'
Tyson Fury showed off his ripped physique ahead of his fight with Oleksandr Usyk, who also gave fans a glimpse of his condition. The Undisputed Heavyweight Championship takes place on May 18. The winner becomes the first undisputed champion since 1999, when Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield. The Gypsy King faces major questions over his form. His […]
Hearn: The Saudis Can Make Crawford vs. Ennis
Eddie Hearn has backed Turki Alalshikh to make Terence Crawford vs. Jaron Ennis. Both men were on course to box each other. Boots was the IBF mandatory at welterweight to Crawford’s Undisputed Welterweight Title. Bud was contractually bound to face Errol Spence Jr. in the rematch. The rematch broke down, but the IBF stripped Bud. That meant […]
Saudi Increases Ties With The UFC; But TKO Announces A Loss
Saudi Arabia is continuing its relationship with the UFC, with further fights planned for 2024-25. The UFC will hold its first-ever card in Saudi Arabia on June 22 from the Kingdom Arena. Khamzat Chimaev will take on Robert Whittaker in a middleweight title eliminator in the main event. The winner will put themselves in a position to […]
PFL Is Miles Behind The UFC – ‘We’re Not Operating At That Level'
PFL analyst Dan Hardy says the organization has more work to do before it can compete with the UFC. Dana White downplayed the PFL’s brand, refusing to work with them. When asked about doing a co-promotion with the PFL to make Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou, he shut down the idea immediately. White was clear […]
Is Shakur Stevenson Boxing's Most Boring Fighter ? – Where Does He Go Next?
Shakur Stevenson has indicated that he will remain a free agent and not sign a long-term deal. Shakur will defend his WBC Lightweight Title on July 6 against Artem Harutyunyan. It is the final fight under Shakur’s Top Rank deal. His commercial value is at an all-time low following his performance against Edwin De Los […]