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Joshua Denies Paul Fight Scripted Rumors
Former two-time unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has shut down suggestions that his Jake Paul fight on December 19 is “fixed” or “scripted.” Rumors have circulated on social media alleging that a specific clause in the contract would compel Joshua to “take it easy” on Paul. The skepticism stems from the vast difference in […]
Skye Nicolson vs Juliahn Luna Avila: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Matchroom Boxing The year closes with a compelling showdown as Skye Nicolson faces former world champion Yuliahn Luna Avila in a super-bantamweight bout. Nicolson (14-1, 3 KO’s) enters the fight as one of the most technically polished boxers in the women’s game. Her amateur pedigree, fluid southpaw movement, and commitment to hit-and-don’t-get-hit boxing […]
Lopez, Stevenson Trade Verbals At Kick-Off Presser
Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson’s kick-off presser took place, with both fighters exchanging verbals before their January 31 fight from Madison Square Garden. Lopez, the WBO and Ring Magazine Junior Welterweight Champ, defends his belts for the fourth time. Lopez defeated Arnold Barboza Jr. this past May to set up the Shakur fight. The Takeover […]
Crawford's WBC Fee Refusal Revives Spence's Criticism
Terence Crawford’s refusal to pay the WBC sanctioning fees echoes back to when Errol Spence Jr. questioned the viability of doing so. Crawford’s reign as WBC Super Middleweight Champion, after beating Canelo Alvarez to become undisputed at 168 in September, ended as the WBC stripped him for not paying $300,000. According to the WBC, this […]
Garcia Threatens To Reshape Shakur's Teeth – ‘I’ll Put That Gap Right Back'
Ryan Garcia and Shakur Stevenson exchanged words, with ‘King Ry’ saying he will put a ‘gap’ in his mouth. The argument started when Stevenson told Garcia he would “whoop” him, then publicly reminded “King Ryan” of his loss against Rolando Romero in May. Meanwhile, Garcia went directly after Stevenson’s appearance. Stevenson recently underwent dental work […]
Claressa Shields' Next Fight Announced
Undefeated Undisputed Heavyweight Champion Claressa Shields will rematch Franchon Crews-Dezurn on February 22. The fight takes place in Shields’ home state of Michigan, Detroit, following their 2016 encounter. In that four-round contest, Shields won a unanimous decision: 40-36 (x3). Shields has since made history by becoming the only boxer, male or female, in the four-belt […]
Zuffa Boxing Announces Their First Event
Zuffa Boxing is set to host its inaugural event on January 23, 2026, as it makes its entrance into the sport of boxing. The date is strategically scheduled to kick off a huge combat sports weekend on the Paramount+ platform. The Zuffa Boxing card on January 23rd will serve as the prelude to the UFC’s […]
What's Next For Lamont Roach?
Lamont Roach Jr. secured a second consecutive majority draw when he faced Isaac Cruz, raising questions over his next steps. The judges’ scores were 115-111 for Cruz, countered by two scores of 113-113, preventing both fighters of a definitive victory. Roach came into the bout with a chip on his shoulder from the controversial majority […]
Kubrat Pulev Vs. Murat Gassiev Predictions – ‘He Will Catch Him'
The WBA Regular Heavyweight champion Kubrat Pulev steps into the ring against Murat Gassiev this weekend, as we see who will come out on top. Pulev arrives on a three-fight win streak, with wins against Mahmoud Charr, Ihor Shevadzutskyi, and Andrzej Wawrzyk. His last defeat was a close, split-decision loss to Derek Chisora in 2022. […]
Is Badou Jack A Future Hall Of Famer?
The WBC Cruiserweight title this weekend pits the champ Badou Jack against Noel Mikaelian in their rematch, as Jack makes his case for being a ‘Future Hall of Famer.’ Jack initially captured the WBC title in 2023 with a 12th-round TKO victory over Junior Makabu. However, his first defense against Mikaelian in May ended with […]
Gabriel Flores vs Joe Cordina: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Matchroom Boxing A compelling fight is set to unfold when Gabriel Flores meets former IBF super-featherweight champion Joe Cordina on Saturday night. Gabriel Flores (27-2, 8 KO’s) rose quickly through the American prospect ranks as a teenager, celebrated for his speed, smooth boxing, and mature ring IQ well beyond his years. But the […]
Kubrat Pulev vs Murat Gassiev: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/i/status/1996264604192960913 The heavyweight division closes out the year with an intriguing clash in Dubai on December 12, as Kubrat Pulev defends his WBA Regular heavyweight title against Murat Gassiev. Pulev (32-3, 14 KO’s) enters this title defence as the more seasoned campaigner. At 44, the Bulgarian veteran has seen nearly everything the sport […]
Mayweather Says Shakur Is The A-Side Over Teo
Floyd Mayweather views Shakur Stevenson as the A-side in his January 31 fight against Teofimo Lopez. Shakur moves up from 135 to try and secure Lopez’s WBO Junior Welterweight Title. Stevenson is a three-weight world champion, the current WBC Lightweight Champion, having beaten William Zepeda in July. The win took his undefeated record to 24-0, […]
Kubrat Pulev Vs. Murat Gassiev Breakdown
WBA Regular Champion Kubrat Pulev takes on Murat Gassiev for December 12. Here is a preview of the upcoming fight. Pulev was ordered to face Moses Itauma, only for Pulev’s team to submit a special permit request to the WBA who allowed him to face Gassiev. However, Itauma is expected to face the winner, meaning […]
Badou Jack Vs. Noel Mikaelian Breakdown
WBC Cruiserweight Champion Badou Jack rematches Noel Mikaelian on December 13, as we preview this upcoming fight. The fight takes place from the Ace Mission Studio in Los Angeles, as part of a $29.99 PPV with a twist. The card is billed as the “Championing Mental Health presents CMH 2: Rematch Season,” meaning that $1 […]
Isaac Cruz Vs Lamont Roach Ends In A Majority Draw
Isaac Cruz vs. Lamont Roach Jr. ended in a majority draw in their WBC Interim Junior Welterweight Title fight, 115-111 Cruz, 113-113, 113-113, as you can see how the fight played out live. Cruz secured the interim title with a win over Omar Salcido in July, his second win on the spin. The run of […]
O’Shaquie Foster Dominates Stephen Fulton
O’Shaquie Foster outlcassed Stephen Fulton in an WBC Interim Super Featherweight title clash, beating him in a unanimous decision, 117-111, 118-110, 119-109, as you can see how the fight played out live. The fight was meant to be for Foster’s full WBC belt, however, Fulton’s failure to make weight meant it was now an interim bout. […]
Lara Eases Past Gonzalez To Retain WBA Belt
The WBA Middleweight Champion Erislandy Lara retained his title with a comfortable unanimous decision win (118-108, 119-107, 120-106) over Johan Gonzalez, as you can see how the fight played out live. The bout came about after Janibek Alimkhanuly (IBF and WBO champ) failed a VADA test for Meldonium, meaning their three-belt unification was no longer happening. […]
Jai Opetaia Vs. Huseyin Cinkara Predictions – ‘He Is A Beast'
IBF Cruiserweight Champion Jai Opetaia is set for a vital defense on Saturday against mandatory challenger Huseyin Cinkara, as fans gave their predictions. For Opetaia, the bout is a necessity to keep his hopes alive of a unification. This defense marks Opetaia’s third of 2025, following successful victories over David Nyika and Claudio Squeo. The […]
Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Facebook: K.O. Boxing Channel If you wanted a clean stylistic contrast, you couldn’t script it much better than Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach on Saturday night. Cruz (28-3-1, 18 KO’s) enters the fight riding the highest momentum of his career. Since giving Gervonta Davis one of the toughest nights of Tank’s life, Cruz […]