The recent exchange between Devin Haney’s camp and Bob Arum’s promotional team reflects more than just typical boxing bravado—it underscores a growing tension in the sport’s promotional landscape and the stylistic debates that polarize boxing fans. Arum’s seemingly dismissive tag of Haney as a “track star” in a public thank-you post sparked a fierce reaction
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Bob Arum, a stalwart in the boxing promotion industry, expressed bewilderment over Teofimo Lopez’s recent decision to decline a lucrative bout against Devin Haney set for August 16th in Saudi Arabia. The reported offer of $11 million for what many perceive as a more winnable fight raises eyebrows. In the high-stakes world of boxing, such
In the realm of boxing, few figures carry the weight of authority quite like Bob Arum. His recent comments regarding Tyson Fury reveal a profound concern for the heavyweight champion’s future well-being and legacy. Having amassed considerable wealth and accolades, Fury stands at a critical crossroads. Arum argues that Fury has achieved enough. Given his
In the realm of professional boxing, the journey to the top is often defined by pivotal moments that test an athlete’s mettle and skill. Such a moment is upon Keyshawn Davis, an undefeated prospect who is set to square off against Denys Berinchyk for the WBO lightweight title. At just 25 years old, Davis stands
Teofimo Lopez, the former unified lightweight champion, finds himself embroiled in a complex web of contractual disputes with his promoter Bob Arum, the CEO of Top Rank. Arum has publicly questioned the logic behind Lopez’s claims that his contract has expired. According to Arum, Lopez had signed a second contract extension, particularly when he was
As the world of boxing holds its breath, the news of the rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol has finally been announced, slated for October 2025 during the Riyadh Season. The match is generating significant excitement, especially following their initial encounter on October 12, 2024. In that bout, Beterbiev triumphed with a 12-round majority