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Zayas Says Fundora Ducked Him
Xander Zayas claimed that Sebastian Fundora consciously avoided their mandatory encounter last year in favor of less risky opportunities. The friction dates back to March 2025, when Zayas entered the ring following Fundora’s victory over Chordale Booker. At the time, Zayas was the WBO mandatory challenger and expected an immediate order for the title fight. […]
Crawford Picks Between Inoue And Nakatani
Terence Crawford weighed in on the May 2 clash between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani, labeling the bout a “50/50” toss-up. The fight marks the seventh defense of Inoue’s undisputed 122-lb crown. Inoue faces a fellow Japanese superstar in his prime—a man who has moved up through three weight classes to challenge for a fourth […]
De La Hoya Wants Mayweather Rematch
Oscar De La Hoya intensified his campaign for a rematch with Floyd Mayweather. The 53-year-old De La Hoya claimed that their 2007 encounter included a rematch clause that was legally binding for exactly 365 days. Oscar alleges that the 2007 contract mandated a rematch if requested within one year. According to De La Hoya, Floyd […]
Tszyu Dominates Nurja, Sets Sights On Spence
Tim Tszyu delivered a dominant, albeit cautious, performance to secure a unanimous decision victory over Denis Nurja. The victory keeps Tszyu on track for a potential showdown against Errol Spence Jr. later this year. Tszyu established his jab from the opening bell, systematically dismantling Nurja’s high-guard. By the third round, the Albanian was struggling to […]
Chisora Comes Up Short Against Wilder
Derek Chisora stepped into the ring for the 50th and final time, falling just short against former WBC champion Deontay Wilder. In a fight defined by grit rather than finesse, the judges delivered a split-decision verdict that left the London crowd disappointed. Wilder walked away with a decision on the following scorecards: 115-111, 115-112 and […]
Price Overcomes A Gritty Aquino
Lauren Price successfully navigated the most difficult defense of her unified welterweight crown, seeing off Puerto Rico’s Stephanie Piñeiro Aquino to remain the WBA, IBF, and WBC champion. Despite sustaining heavy facial damage, Price’s technical skills earned her a unanimous decision at the Utilita Arena with scores of 98–92, 98–92, and 99–91. Price spent the […]
Promoter Says Fury Vs. Joshua Is A ‘Done Deal'
Kalle Sauerland has claimed that Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua is officially a “done deal” for later this year. Sauerland—the co-president of Misfits Boxing—revealed that the bout is targeted for the autumn: AJ-Fury, I’ve heard it’s done for Dublin later this year. September or October. I think that will get announced pretty soon.” The move […]
Moses Itauma Eyes Oleksandr Usyk Fight
Following his stoppage of Jermaine Franklin last week, 21-year-old Moses Itauma says he is “100 percent down” for a fight against unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Itauma’s stock rose when he became the first man to stop Franklin. The WBA has ordered Itauma to challenge for their “Regular” title, currently held by Murat Gassiev. Team […]
Warren Demands WBC Action After Usyk-Verhoeven Fight
Frank Warren issued an ultimatum to the WBC: order Oleksandr Usyk to defend his WBC Heavyweight title against Agit Kabayel, or prepare for a lawsuit. The dispute centers on the “freezing out” of Kabayel, the reigning WBC Interim Champion, who has been waiting for his mandatory shot since his sixth-round knockout of Zhilei Zhang in […]
Zepeda Vs. Roach Eyed For June
Negotiations are underway for a showdown between William Zepeda and Lamont Roach Jr. for the vacant WBC lightweight belt, with June 20 set as the working date. The belt became available after Shakur Stevenson was officially stripped by the WBC after he moved up in weight to defeat Teofimo Lopez on January 31, 2026, becoming […]
Fundora Vs. Kelly Unification In The Works
Negotiations for a Sebastian Fundora vs. and Josh Kelly 154-lb unification have started. Both fighters enter these negotiations on the back of career-defining victories. Fundora successfully defended his WBC title, becoming the first man to stop Keith Thurman last weekend. In January, Josh Kelly realized his lifetime ambition by traveling to Newcastle to dethrone Bakhram […]
Would Chisora Flourish Under Zuffa Boxing?
Just before his expected final professional bout when he faces Deontay Wilder on Saturday, Derek Chisora has asked UFC CEO Dana White for a promotional role in Zuffa Boxing. Chisora enters the Wilder bout on a three-fight win streak, including his win against Otto Wallin in February 2025. A win over Wilder would be the […]
Denzel Bentley vs Endry Saavedra: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The middleweight clash between Denzel Bentley and Endry Saavedra is an interesting clash this weekend. Bentley (21-3-1, 17 KO’s) has established himself as one of Britain’s most dangerous middleweights. Known for his power and aggressive style, Bentley has built his reputation on his ability to hurt opponents and finish fights. Saavedra […]
Lauren Price vs Stephanie Pineiro Aquino: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Boxxer The women’s welterweight clash between Lauren Price and Stephanie Pineiro Aquino is for the WBA, WBC, IBF, IBO and Ring Magazine welterweight titles. Price (9-0, 2 KO’s) enters the fight as one of the most decorated amateur fighters to transition into the professional ranks in recent years. Aquino (10-0, 3 KO’s), on […]
Moses Itauma Targets Anthony Joshua
Fresh off his stoppage win over Jermaine Franklin, Moses Itauma has talked up a fight with Anthony Joshua. Itauma became the first man to stop the durable Jermaine Franklin, needing just five rounds to secure a knockout at Manchester’s Co-op Live arena last weekend. When asked about a showdown with the two-time champion, Itauma was […]
Conor Benn Reveals All On Leaving Matchroom – ‘Change Is Never Comfortable'
Conor Benn ended his decade-long partnership with Matchroom Boxing, labeling it the best move for his family. Leaving Eddie Hearn, the promoter who guided him from his professional debut to stardom, was a move Benn described as “heart-wrenching” but ultimately necessary. The 29-year-old welterweight has now signed a lucrative one-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing. Reports […]
Lauren Price Vs. Stephanie Aquino Predictions – ‘Going To Win By KO'
Lauren Price puts her WBA, WBC, IBF, IBO, and Ring Magazine welterweight titles on the line against Stephanie Aquino, as fans picked their winner. Price enters the bout following a “masterclass” performance in March 2025, where she dismantled Natasha Jonas to unify at 147. This April 4 outing is more than a title defense; it […]
Deontay Wilder Vs. Derek Chisora Predictions – ‘The Fight Is Black And White'
On April 4, Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora will face off as pros picked their winner. After a turbulent period that saw him lose four of his last five outings, Wilder has spent the last year undergoing a total mental and physical overhaul. Wilder has appointed Don House. Wilder officially snapped his losing streak on […]
Roy Jones Jr. Apologizes For His Controversial Corner Instructions
Roy Jones Jr. has addressed the fallout from his corner instructions to Kevin Newman II, which has since become a viral talking point across social media. The tension peaked during the early stages of Newman’s super middleweight battle against Elijah Garcia. Sensing his fighter was being too passive and allowing Garcia to dictate, Jones delivered […]
Zayas Vs. Ennis Unification Confirmed
Unified 154-lb champion Xander Zayas will put his titles on the line against the undefeated Jaron Ennis. The event is set for June 27 from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Zayas secured his first world title last July, dominating Jorge Garcia in a masterclass performance to claim the vacant WBO title. Zayas then became the […]