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Fans React To Fury's Bizarre Media Workout – ‘Nervous Energy'
Fans have reacted to Tyson Fury’s media workout for the Oleksandr Usyk rematch on December 21. The fight is a rerun of their first clash, which Usyk won by a split decision. The win made him the first Undisputed Heavyweight Champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999. The fight was competitive in parts before Usyk pulled […]
Benavidez Pushes Morrell, Prompting Dramatic Belt Throw
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. were involved in a brawl during an intense public workout before their February 1 clash. The fight takes place from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas at light heavyweight. Benavidez enters the fight with a victory against Oleksandr Gvozdyk. He beat the ageing Gvozdyk via a unanimous decision in […]
Grand Arrivals: Usyk Says He Has A ‘Secret Plan' For Fury
The Grand Arrivals took place for the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury December 21 rematch. Usyk enters the fight as the champion, having beaten Fury to become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. That extended his undefeated record to 22-0, making him undisputed in a second weight class. Fury disputed the split decision loss, claiming Russia’s war […]
Garcia Denies Pulling Out Of Exhibition Over Weight Issues
Ryan Garcia denied rumors he pulled out of his December 30 exhibition against Rukiya Anpo because of weight issues. The exhibition was set to take place in Tokyo, Japan, at a contracted weight of 153 pounds. It would have been Garcia’s first foray into a boxing ring since his no-contest against Devin Haney in April. […]
Munguia Warned To Steer Clear Of A Surace Rematch
Jaime Munguia has been told to avoid a Bruno Surace rematch. Munguia was knocked out in round six in a massive upset for his second career loss. It took his record to two losses in his last three fights, following his first to Canelo Alvarez. He had the chance to fight for the WBC Interim Super […]
Oleksandr Usyk Should Leave No Doubt in Rematch With Tyson Fury
When Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury met earlier this year to crown the first undisputed heavyweight champion in over 20 years, it seemed clear who won the fight. But when the result reached online boxing news, at least one person had a differing opinion on the fight. One of the judges gave Fury a decision […]
Jonas vs. Price Unification Confirmed For March 7
Natasha Jonas will take on Lauren Price in a three-belt unification on March 7. The fight takes place from the Royal Albert Hall following their respective wins. Jonas defended her IBF Welterweight Title by winning a unanimous decision victory against Ivana Habazin. She picked up Habzin’s WBC belt to unify in a second weight class following […]
Ryan Garcia Countersues Devin Haney For $7.5 Million
Ryan Garcia has filed a countersuit against Devin Haney worth $7.5 million. Garcia’s response comes after Haney initially filed a lawsuit accusing Garcia of breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment. Haney’s lawsuit emerged after his majority decision defeat to Garcia in April. Ryan dropped him three times, inflicting sustained punishment on the boxer. Garcia […]
Usyk Vs. Fury Predictions – ‘He Will Finish It Inside The Distance'
Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury’s rematch takes place on December 21, as boxing pros gave their predictions. Usyk defeated Fury in the first fight via a split decision to become the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. It was boxing’s first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis defeated Evander Holyfield in 1999. The rematch is not for undisputed after […]
What's Next For Munguia And Surace?
Jaime Munguia lost to Bruno Surace, raising question marks about their next steps. Munguia had his second fight under Top Rank following his recent departure from Golden Boy Promotions. Before the fight, the WBC had ordered Munguia to face Christian Mbilli. That would be for the WBC Interim Super Middleweight Title. A win over Mbilli […]
What's Next For Natasha Jonas?
Natasha Jonas defeated Ivana Habazin to become a unified champion at 147, raising questions over her next steps. Jonas defended her IBF Welterweight Title and picked up Habazin’s WBC belt in a classy performance. She silenced her critics from the Mikaela Mayer fight, where some in the boxing community had her losing despite coming through […]
Garcia Unfit For Anpo Exhibition After Wrist Injury
Ryan Garcia is not fit to face Rukiya Anpo in their December 30 exhibition after suffering a wrist injury. Garcia was set to have his first fight since the Devin Haney clash in April. He secured a majority decision victory after dropping his man three times. However, it was turned into a no-contest after Garcia […]
Surace Shocks Munguia With A Sixth-Round KO
Bruno Surace got off the canvas to knock out Jaime Munguia in the sixth round in a massive upset win It was the second defeat of Munguia’s career, as Surace took his undefeated record to 26-0-2. Munguia was feeling confident coming into the fight. In his pre-fight comments, he said he had studied Surace. He also […]
Jake Paul Calls Out Nate Diaz Over MMA Fight Fears
Jake Paul says Nate Diaz is scared to fight him in MMA, forcing the latter to respond. Paul has not made his MMA debut since signing with the PFL last year. Instead, he has been pursuing his boxing career. His current record stands at 11-1, with seven wins by knockout. His only loss has come […]
Canelo Alvarez Teases Retirement Timeline
Canelo Alvarez has given fans a hint over when he would like to retire. Canelo is considered one of the best boxers of all time. He is a four-weight world champion, with titles spanning from 154-175 pounds. He is the current Unified Super Middleweight Champion. While he has a resume that rivals that of the […]
Natasha Jonas Makes History, Unifies Second Weight Class!
Natasha Jonas made history by unifying in a second weight class after beating Ivana Habazin in a unanimous decision in their welterweight clash. Jonas entered the bout as the IBF Welterweight Champion, as she picked up the WBC belt. She had plenty to prove, given the criticism over her last performance against Mikaela Mayer. Jonas […]
Hopkins Reacts To Tank Davis' Retirement Plans
Bernard Hopkins has reacted to Gervonta Davis‘ plans to retire next year. Davis made the shock announcement during the kick-off presser for his fight with Lamont Roach Jr. Davis will box Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1 in a defense of his WBA Lightweight Title. He enters the fight with a stoppage victory against Frank […]
Tyson Admits ‘Blanking Out' In Jake Paul Fight
Mike Tyson says he blanked out during his fight with Jake Paul. Tyson faced off against Paul on November 15 in an eight-round professional fight. The 58-year-old was having his first boxing fight since 2005, when he lost to Kevin McBride. The fight was heavily criticized based on safety concerns. Tyson was three decades older […]
Haney Denies Going To Court Over Garcia Lawsuit
Devin Haney denies going to court in relation to his Ryan Garcia lawsuit for battery and bodily harm. Haney faced off against Garcia in April, losing a majority decision. He was sent to the canvas three times as Garcia secured one of the biggest upsets in boxing history. But the result became a no-contest, as […]
Munguia And Surace Make Weight; Both Ready For Battle
Jaime Munguia and Bruno Surace made weight ahead of their super middleweight fight on Saturday. Munguia has his second fight with Top Rank, knowing a win is vital for his title hopes. The WBC has already ordered Munguia against Christian Mbilli for a WBC Super Middleweight Interim Title fight, with the winner in a position […]