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
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Up-and-coming boxer Edgar Berlanga has expressed his openness to the idea of fighting David Benavidez in the future, provided that Benavidez drops back down to the super middleweight division after his upcoming bout against Canelo Alvarez. Berlanga, who currently holds a record of 22-0 with 17 knockouts, sees Benavidez as envious
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Nick Ball, the undefeated WBA featherweight champion, has been making waves in the boxing world with his exceptional skills and determination. Recently crowned the champion after a victory over Raymond Ford, Ball has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with in the ring. Despite a controversial draw in
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- George Foreman, a name that strikes fear into the hearts of many, was a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world during the 1970s. Following a devastating loss to Muhammad Ali, Foreman was on a mission to show the world that he was still a formidable opponent. Trained by
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- Edgar Berlanga claims to be the biggest puncher that Canelo Alvarez will ever face, boasting about knocking out heavyweights in sparring sessions. However, his recent performances have raised doubts about his actual knockout power. In his last six fights against B-level fighters, Berlanga failed to score knockouts against five of them.
BY BOXING HIT STAFF- This Saturday, the boxing world will witness an explosive showdown between 168-pound warriors Christian Mbilli and Sergey Derevyanchenko. While the Canelo sweepstakes may be the talk of the town, it is this upcoming battle that promises to deliver relentless action and excitement. Mbilli, the undefeated Frenchman with a record of 27-0(23),