In an intriguing upcoming boxing rematch, WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson has voiced strong support for former WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol. Stevenson believes Bivol was unjustly ousted in their first encounter against unified champion Artur Beterbiev. He asserts that if Bivol maintains his focus throughout the entirety of the fight, he can secure
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In a dramatic display at the Ring Awards in London, Bill Haney, father of boxing star Devin Haney, seized the spotlight by confronting fighter Ryan Garcia and his associate, Lupe Valencia. The incident, captured on video and disseminated through social media platforms, underscores the brewing tensions in the boxing world regarding potential matchups. Bill Haney’s
Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, two titans of the boxing world, have agreed to meet in a highly anticipated fight scheduled for September in Las Vegas. The stakes are enormous, as both fighters have established their legacies through remarkable careers. Canelo, the unified super middleweight champion, boasts an impressive record (62-2-2, with 39 KOs), while
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion from Newark, New Jersey, has recently made headlines with his claims that he isn’t interested in pursuing a fight with Gervonta Davis. He emphatically stated that he does not “need” this fight, suggesting a high level of confidence in his own career trajectory. However, this stance raises questions about
As some in the boxing community anticipate Deontay Wilder’s return to the ring, speculation abounds regarding his upcoming fight, rumored to take place in April under the banner of BLK Prime. Although there has been murmuring about his next opponent, Curtis Harper recently confirmed through an interview with Ring Magazine that he has indeed signed
There is an undeniable buzz, especially in Britain, surrounding a possible face-off between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. The boxing community—fans and veterans alike—yearns for this showdown, which could go down as one of the most monumental bouts in recent history. At a recent prestigious event, the Ring Magazine Awards Gala in London, Joshua publicly
Negotiations surrounding fights can often become as contentious as the matches themselves. Ryan Garcia recently asserted that before initiating any conversations about a rematch with Devin Haney, he must first see the conclusion of an ongoing lawsuit. This statement highlights the profound impact that legal disputes can have on the sporting landscape, where athletes’ careers
Few matchups resonate as deeply with fans as the rivalry between Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn. After years of anticipation, both fighters are expressing optimism about a potential showdown, with Eubank Jr. detailing that contractual negotiations are nearing completion. For boxing enthusiasts, this fight symbolizes not only a clash of styles but also a
The anticipation surrounding the heavyweight boxing scene in the UK has reached a fever pitch, with promoter Eddie Hearn asserting the need to “deliver” the much-anticipated showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury by 2025. This proclamation, however, is as layered as the fighters’ careers themselves, reflecting both the fervor of fans wanting to see
The business side of professional boxing has always been as dynamic as the action in the ring. The sport is rife with the potential for epic showdowns and thrilling matchups that ignite fans’ passions. At the forefront of this excitement is Saudi Arabian financier/promotor Turki Alalshikh, a name that has become synonymous with the resurgence
The boxing world has once again been shaken by the unfortunate news surrounding the highly anticipated match between Naoya Inoue and Sam Goodman. With Goodman suffering another eye injury—compounding a series of setbacks—his plight has become a talking point for fans and commentators alike. This postponement, following numerous delays, raises concerns about Goodman’s career and
Claressa Shields, often heralded as the “Greatest Woman of All-Time” (GWOAT), stands on the precipice of history once again. With a decorated career that boasts two Olympic gold medals and world championships across five different weight classes, her upcoming bout promises to deepen the legacy she has tirelessly built since her meteoric rise in the
Devin Haney’s recent training session in London raised eyebrows, as he seemed to struggle with speed and power during his workout with British trainer Tunde Ajayi. After a lengthy nine-month hiatus from the ring, these initial observations are concerning. During the workout, Haney appeared to deliver fewer impactful punches, suggesting that the wear and tear
In a significant turn of events, undefeated prospect Sam Goodman (19-0, 8 KOs) has had to withdraw from an eagerly anticipated fight against the renowned champion Naoya Inoue (28-0, 25 KOs), originally set for January 24 in Tokyo, Japan. The announcement comes after Goodman suffered a recurrence of a concerning eye injury, an ailment that
In a recent Instagram update, Errol Spence, the former unified welterweight champion, clarified that his anticipated match with WBC and WBO junior middleweight champion, Sebastian ‘The Towering Inferno’ Fundora, scheduled for March 29th in Las Vegas, is not going to happen. The announcement, although unexpected, sheds light on the complexities and challenges within the boxing
George Foreman’s story is not just one of athletic prowess, but a testament to resilience, evolution, and reinvention. Born 76 years ago in Marshall, Texas, on January 10, 1949, Foreman’s life has traversed many paths, leading him to become a household name far beyond the rings he once dominated. His journey is emblematic of the