News — Page 77
6,070 articles · Breaking boxing and UFC news, analysis, interviews, and betting previews.
Tyson Warns Stevenson About Tank Davis
Mike Tyson believes Gervonta Davis possesses the tools to hand Shakur Stevenson his first pro defeat. Tyson labeled Stevenson a “master of the craft” but noted that one “force of nature” remains the ultimate threat to his undefeated streak: “Tank” Davis. Tyson’s comments come after Stevenson’s win against Teofimo Lopez on January 31, 2026. By […]
James Dickens vs Anthony Cacace: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The super-featherweight showdown between James Dickens and Anthony Cacace takes place for the WBA super-featherweight title. Dickens (36-5, 15 KO’s) has long been known as one of Britain’s most resilient and hard-working fighters. Throughout his career, Dickens has built a reputation for durability, relentless energy, and a willingness to take on […]
Romero Accuses Garcia Of Ducking A Rematch
Rolando Romero blasted his rival Ryan Garcia, stating the latter ducked a rematch. According to Romero, the two sides had fully agreed on the terms to settle their score following Romero’s unanimous decision victory over Garcia in May 2025. Romero claims the rematch clause was ironclad, with purses, splits, and the venue already settled. Instead […]
Trump Picks Jake Paul's Next Fight
President Donald Trump suggested Jake Paul should target retired UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov for his next outing. Paul joined Trump on stage in Kentucky on Wednesday, March 11, where the President gave the boxer his endorsement for a potential future in politics. However, the conversation shifted back to the ring when Paul asked who […]
Joe Rogan On A White And Hearn Boxing Match
Joe Rogan has reacted to the tension between Dana White and Matchroom Boxing’s Eddie Hearn. The feud started following White’s entry to Zuffa Boxing that resulted in him signing Conor Benn from Matchroom Boxing after which Hearn signed UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall to his talent agency. By signing Aspinall, many see it as a […]
Tyson Injury Casts Doubt Over Mayweather Fight
Mike Tyson appeared on The Ariel Helwani Show sporting a visible cast on his right hand, admitting to a “training-camp sprain” that has cast doubt on the planned April 25 bout against Floyd Mayweather. The injury comes just as insiders report that the fight—scheduled for the Democratic Republic of Congo—is “definitely” not happening on the original date. Tyson, who will turn 60 […]
Jaron Ennis Abandons Negotiations With Ortiz Jr.
Jaron Ennis has announced he is abandoning negotiations with Vergil Ortiz Jr. The collapse follows a decisive ruling in Nevada federal court that has essentially frozen negotiations. The court ruled in favor of Golden Boy Promotions, granting an injunction that has major implications for the 154-lb division. The court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) […]
Team Haney Hints At Garcia Rematch
Bill Haney hinted on social media that Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas could host the rematch against Ryan Garcia for September 5. Following his dominant February 21, 2026, victory over Mario Barrios—where he captured the WBC Welterweight title with a 30-second first-round knockdown—Garcia has insisted he is the “A-side.” His camp points to his massive […]
Stevenson Addresses Zuffa Boxing Rumors
Rumors suggest Shakur Stevenson (25-0, 11 KOs) has been targeted by Dana White’s newly launched Zuffa Boxing for a massive three-fight deal worth $60 million. If finalized, the 28-year-old Newark native would become the premier face of White’s centralized league. Fresh off the most clinical performance of his career—a 119-109 masterclass over Teofimo Lopez at […]
Fury On His Keys To Beating Usyk
As Tyson Fury prepares for his April 11 return against Arslanbek Makhmudov, the former WBC heavyweight champion has admitted that he likely cannot beat Oleksandr Usyk on the scorecards. Despite Usyk recently announcing a three-fight retirement plan that culminates in a December 2026 trilogy, Fury believes that boxing the Ukrainian to a decision is a […]
Henry Garcia Accuses Team Haney Of Ducking
Henry Garcia, father and trainer of Ryan Garcia, accused Devin Haney’s team of using drug-testing demands as a “smoke screen” to avoid a rematch. The comments come as negotiations for a September 2026 rematch to their 2024 no-contest have hit a standstill, with the Haney camp reportedly demanding “unprecedented” additional testing protocols. Henry Garcia argued […]
Dmitry Bivol's 2026 Targets
Unified light heavyweight Dmitry Bivol has mapped out a triple-header for 2026. After a 15-month absence caused by back surgery, Bivol is ready to re-establish his dominance, starting with a mandatory obligation. Bivol’s first order of business is a mandatory title defense against Michael Eifert. This matchup was delayed several times while Bivol recovered, but […]
IBF Strips Janibek Over Failed VADA Test
The IBF has removed Janibek Alimkhanuly as middleweight champion following a doping violation involving meldonium last year. The downfall began in November 2025 during the lead-up to the unification bout against Erislandy Lara. Testing conducted by VADA flagged Alimkhanuly’s A-sample for the prohibited metabolic modulator. Upon further investigation, the B-sample confirmed the initial findings, leaving […]
Hearn Vows To Secure Croke Park For Katie Taylor’s Finale
Eddie Hearn has doubled on Katie Taylor’s retirement fight being at Croke Park. The Matchroom Boxing promoter declared the stadium his absolute priority for Taylor’s swan song, which is being targeted for July or August 2026. Taylor, now 39, confirmed in February that 2026 will be her final year in the ring. She has only […]
Canelo On His Retirement – ‘Maybe Two Years'
Canelo Alvarez revealed that he expects to remain active for at least two more years before retiring. Canelo is coming off a loss to Terence Crawford last September, which cost him his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title. Alvarez recently signed a four-fight agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season. After a lengthy layoff following […]
Shakur Hints At 135 Move Again – ‘I May Go Back'
After beating Teofimo Lopez in January to become a four-division champion, Shakur Stevenson is ready for the big fight. However, in doing so, Stevenson suggested that his future at lightweight may not be over. After beating Lopez, the WBC stripped Shakur of his belt at 135. There were reports that Shakur refused to pay a […]
WBA Lining Up Schofield Vs. Bahdi For Tank Davis' Old Title
Following the WBA’s decision to turn Gervonta Davis to a “Champion in Recess”, the sanctioning body is moving forward with plans to order a vacant lightweight title clash between Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi. Davis’ last active defense in March 2025 ended in a polarizing draw against Lamont Roach. Public outcry centered on a ninth-round […]
Jai Opetaia Vs. Brandon Glanton Predictions – ‘A Crushing Victory'
Jai Opetaia and Brandon Glanton headline Zuffa Boxing 04 on March 8, as fans picked their winner. The bout will crown the promotion’s first-ever Cruiserweight World Champion. Opetaia enters the ring following a devastating 8th-round knockout of Huseyin Cinkara in December 2025. This capped a year of three successful title defenses, including dominant stoppage wins […]
Fans React To Fury vs. Makhmudov Undercard
The April 11 Tyson Fury vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov undercard has been announced. Fury makes his return to the ring after retiring in January 2025 following consecutive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk. The event, co-promoted by Zuffa Boxing and The Ring, will air on Netflix. Beyond the main event, the card features the following bouts: Co-Main Event: […]
Rolando Romero Vs. Devin Haney – How Does It Play Out?
WBA Welterweight Champion Rolando Romero has talked up a fight with WBC Welterweight Champion Devin Haney (33-0, 15 KOs, 1 NC), claiming an offer has been sent for a 147-pound title clash on May 30. Romero entered the welterweight conversation last May, scoring an upset unanimous decision over Ryan Garcia at Times Square to secure […]