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Sam Hickey eyes highlight reel finish against Brad Axe
Sam Hickey says Brad Axe's ambition will create chances for a highlight finish when they meet on 8 August in Dublin, speaking to Sky Sports.
Itauma eyes Kabayel fight if Usyk vacates heavyweight title
Moses Itauma says he would fight Agit Kabayel for a vacant heavyweight title if Oleksandr Usyk relinquishes the belt, speaking to Sky Sports ahead of his Hrgovic clash.
Moses Itauma could fight for world title in 2026, says Warren
Promoter Frank Warren told Sky Sports he wants Moses Itauma challenging for a heavyweight world title this year if the 21-year-old beats Filip Hrgovic on August 29.
Crocker says underdog role brings ease ahead of Paro bout
Lewis Crocker says fighting as the underdog against Liam Paro takes pressure off his preparation. The welterweight challenger welcomes the shift in expectation.
Lee Selby explains bareknuckle switch after declining first two offers
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle contract after declining two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the prize in prizefighting is money.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury talks continue with no venue set
Turki Alalshikh says venue, date and promotional terms remain undecided despite reports of signed contracts. Joshua faces Kristian Prenga on July 25.
Lee Selby reveals three-offer bareknuckle deal that finally won him over
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle boxing deal after rejecting two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport money was the deciding factor in his move.
BBC Sport's Born to Brawl series features Pimblett, Shields and Eubank Jr
BBC Sport has released a documentary series tracking combat athletes including Paddy Pimblett, Claressa Shields and Chris Eubank Jr through pivotal career moments.
Beterbiev wants Bivol rubber match over Benavidez next
Artur Beterbiev says settling the score with Dmitry Bivol takes priority over facing David Benavidez, with a third fight expected in five or six months.
Turki Alalshikh: No Final Decisions on Joshua vs Fury Venue or Date
Saudi advisor Turki Alalshikh says venue, date, and promotional structure for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury remain open, with a summit planned among all stakeholders.
Crocker says Paro favourite status eases pressure ahead of clash
Lewis Crocker says Liam Paro's status as odds-on favourite has taken pressure off him ahead of their welterweight clash, having previously struggled with that role.
Lewis Crocker relishes underdog role ahead of Liam Paro clash
Lewis Crocker says the underdog tag eases his mind before facing favourite Liam Paro, drawing on experience from his last time entering a fight with expectations.
Liam Paro questions Lewis Crocker's mindset before IBF title clash
Australian challenger Liam Paro says IBF welterweight champion Lewis Crocker has the wrong approach heading into Wednesday's world title fight in Brisbane.
Lee Selby says money talks after accepting bare-knuckle offer
Lee Selby accepted a bare-knuckle contract after turning down two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the final financial package met his threshold.
Xander Zayas calls out Jaron Ennis over 'padded' record
Rising welterweight prospect Xander Zayas told Ariel Helwani that IBF champion Jaron Ennis has avoided top-tier fights and padded his unbeaten record.
Shakur Stevenson: Devin Haney wants fight to exploit weight edge
Stevenson told The Daily Mail that Haney is eager to face him at 147 pounds to gain a size edge, proposing a 144-pound catchweight compromise instead.
Beterbiev wants Bivol trilogy before Benavidez showdown
Artur Beterbiev says he expects a third fight with Dmitry Bivol in five to six months and wants to settle their rivalry before facing David Benavidez.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Only Turki Alalshikh's word matters
Turki Alalshikh holds the cards on venue and date for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury, despite claims from Dana White, Frank Warren, and Eddie Hearn.
Caroline Dubois tells Alycia Baumgardner she has 'absolutely nobody' to fight
Caroline Dubois has called out Alycia Baumgardner, saying the American has nobody left to fight after failing to land bouts with Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.
Filip Hrgovic: 'Moses never reached the promised land'
Filip Hrgovic invoked biblical prophecy when asked about his Aug. 29 showdown with unbeaten heavyweight Moses Itauma, declaring his job is to stop the rising star's ascent.