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Frank Sanchez beats Richard Torrez by KO in round 2 on 23 May 2026
Frank Sanchez defeated Richard Torrez by KO, round 2 on 23 May 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Usyk warns against complacency ahead of Verhoeven challenge
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking the Verhoeven fight lightly, telling BBC Sport his opponent deserves full respect in training camp.
Verhoeven promises to 'shock the boxing world' against Usyk
Rico Verhoeven says he and trainer Peter will devise a game plan to shock Usyk when the heavyweight kickboxer steps into the boxing ring.
Verhoeven backs size advantage to trouble Usyk despite boxing skill gap
Rico Verhoeven says his kickboxing stance and natural size will trouble Oleksandr Usyk when they fight, telling BBC Sport the unified champion will feel a 20-kilo gap.
Verhoeven promises Usyk will feel 20kg weight gap
Rico Verhoeven says Oleksandr Usyk will feel a natural 20-kilo weight difference if they fight, citing his size and movement as key advantages.
Amari Jones beats Vincenzo Gualtieri by TKO in round 3 at Golden Boy Promotions Card
Amari Jones defeated Vincenzo Gualtieri by TKO, round 3 at Golden Boy Promotions Card. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Verhoeven says weight advantage will tell against Usyk
Rico Verhoeven says his 20-kilo weight advantage and kickboxing stance will pose problems for Oleksandr Usyk when they fight.
Usyk dismisses easy-money talk ahead of Verhoeven bout
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not treating Rico Verhoeven as easy money, calling the kickboxing champion a fighter who demands serious preparation.
Usyk warns he's not taking Verhoeven bout lightly
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking a potential fight with Rico Verhoeven lightly, telling BBC Sport the Dutch kickboxer poses a real challenge.
Usyk vows not to take Verhoeven lightly: 'This is a fighter'
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not taking Rico Verhoeven lightly ahead of their heavyweight clash, dismissing suggestions the kickboxer is an easy night's work.
Usyk warns against treating Verhoeven bout as easy payday
Oleksandr Usyk has dismissed the idea that facing Rico Verhoeven would be easy money, insisting the Dutch kickboxer is a serious fighter.
Usyk warns Verhoeven bout no easy payday despite crossover
Oleksandr Usyk says his fight with Rico Verhoeven is not easy money, calling the kickboxing champion a real threat despite the lucrative crossover appeal.
Usyk warns Rico Verhoeven clash 'not easy money'
Oleksandr Usyk has warned he is not treating his fight with Rico Verhoeven as easy money, calling the Dutch kickboxer a serious opponent.
Usyk warns Verhoeven bout no 'easy money': 'This is a fighter'
Oleksandr Usyk says he will not treat a Rico Verhoeven fight as easy money, warning the kickboxing champion is a serious opponent and not a payday bout.
Mayweather sues former associate for $175M in fraud case
Floyd Mayweather filed a New York lawsuit seeking $175 million from former investment manager Jona Rechnitz, alleging years of unauthorized diversions and mismanagement.
Usyk warns he is taking Verhoeven threat seriously
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not treating his upcoming fight with Rico Verhoeven as easy money, insisting he is preparing for a genuine challenge from the kickboxer.
Canelo Alvarez lands No. 2 on Forbes highest-paid athletes list
Canelo Alvarez earned $170 million in 2025, placing second globally on Forbes' list despite going 1-1 in 2026 with a loss to Terence Crawford.
Usyk warns against underestimating Verhoeven: 'This is a fighter'
Oleksandr Usyk says he is not treating a potential Rico Verhoeven fight as easy money, calling the Glory champion a serious threat ahead of any crossover bout.
Usyk warns he's not relaxed ahead of Verhoeven clash
Oleksandr Usyk says Rico Verhoeven is a dangerous opponent and insists his concentration is at 100 per cent ahead of their crossover heavyweight bout.
Mark Prince launches Champions' Club 20 years after son's murder
Former boxer Mark Prince launched The Champions' Club on the 20th anniversary of his son Kiyan's murder, with a £400,000 fundraising goal and 20-point blueprint for youth services.