BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Christian Mbilli finds himself in a precarious position as he prepares to face Sergiy Derevyanchenko in a super middleweight showdown. The undefeated contender, with an impressive record of 27-0 and 23 KOs, is under intense scrutiny for his lack of significant victories despite being ranked #1 by the WBC. The expectations
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BY BOXING HIT STAFF- This weekend, fight fans have the opportunity to witness a highly-anticipated matchup between Christian Mbilli and Sergiy Derevyanchenko in Quebec City. The event will be broadcasted live on ESPN/ESPN+/ESPN Deportes, showcasing Mbilli’s relentless drive and Derevyanchenko’s experience in the ring. With an impressive track record of 8 fights since 2022, including
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Christian Mbilli is gearing up for a crucial match against Sergiy Derevyanchenko in hopes that a win tonight will propel him towards a shot at the world title. With an impressive record of 27-0 with 23 knockouts, Mbilli is confident in his abilities as he prepares to face Derevyanchenko in a
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Edgar Berlanga is entering the ring with a fierce warrior mentality, ready to face unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez in a do-or-die battle. The intensity of Berlanga’s approach is evident as he prepares to go up against a formidable opponent like Canelo. With a record of 22-0 and 17 knockouts,
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Christian Mbilli and Sergiy Derevyanchenko both successfully weighed in for their upcoming ten-round headliner fight on Saturday, August 17th. Mbilli tipped the scales at 167.4 lbs, while Derevyanchenko came in at 167.1 lbs. The discrepancy in height between the two fighters has raised questions about the accuracy of their listed heights,
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Eddie Hearn recently discussed the upcoming light heavyweight unification battle between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, scheduled for October 12 in Riyadh. Hearn hinted at a “really good undercard” for the event, following the trend of stacked cards that have become synonymous with events backed by Saudi investors. Hearn mentioned that
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- The talks regarding a potential fight between WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and former IBF 130-lb champion Joe Cordina have been confirmed by promoter Eddie Hearn. Cordina, who boasts a record of 17-1 with 9 KOs, is looking to make his debut at 135 for this bout. However, despite the early-stage
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Promoter Eddie Hearn is adamant that Israil Madrimov should be considered the top fighter in the 154-pound division, despite his controversial loss to Terence Crawford. Hearn believes that the close nature of the fight should elevate Madrimov to the top spot, with Crawford trailing closely behind. He argues that the boxing
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn recently disclosed that IBF welterweight champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis has been mandated by the sanctioning body to face his mandatory challenger Karen Chukhadzhian in a rematch. Hearn expressed his frustration with this decision, stating that while Chukhadzhian is a good fighter, he is someone Ennis has previously
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Mexican boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez has recently made an exciting announcement that has stirred up a lot of interest among fans. The former multi-weight champion is set to be the focal point of a reality show that will be aired on Disney +. This new venture will delve into the
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- After a thrilling and closely contested fight, Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke have both agreed to a rematch. Despite both fighters believing they had emerged victorious, the bout ended in a draw. Now, as per the latest British Boxing Board of Control’s circular, the two heavyweights have officially come to terms
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Richard Torrez, the promising unbeaten heavyweight prospect, is set to face the tough and experienced Joey Dawejko on September 20th. This fight marks a significant step up in quality of opposition for Torrez, who is coming off an impressive 10-0 record with all wins by stoppage. The 2020 Olympic silver medal
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- John Scully’s Amateur Boxers Reunion is more than just a gathering of former fighters; it’s a way to bring the boxing community together and reconnect individuals who once shared the ring. The recent reunion held at Diamante’s Bar on 8th Avenue brought together a multitude of boxing legends, creating an atmosphere
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Trainer Derek ‘Bozy’ Ennis and boxer Ryan Garcia have both expressed concerns about Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s readiness to face Terence Crawford in February. Bozy highlights Vergil’s tendency to load up on punches, overlook defensive responsibilities, and become overly emotional after taking hits. These observations suggest that Vergil may not yet possess
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Christian Mbilli, the unbeaten French super-middleweight contender with a record of 26-0(22), is set to take on the experienced Sergiy Derevyanchenko in what promises to be an exciting showdown this summer. The upcoming fight between Mbilli and Derevyanchenko is already generating buzz among fight fans, eager to witness a clash of
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s father, Vergil Sr., has made a strategic decision to move on from the controversy surrounding the fight with Serhi Bohachuk rather than granting a rematch. Despite the demands made by Team Bohachuk during negotiations and the questions raised about the legitimacy of Vergil Jr.’s win, Vergil Sr. has