The current discussion surrounding who will be the next opponent to face Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez narrows it down to two potential fighters. Unfortunately, David Benavidez does not fall into this category. The upcoming match in September, on Mexican Independence Day, will see Canelo pitted against either Edgar Berlanga from Puerto Rico or Chris Eubank
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The super flyweight division is currently a hotbed of talent, with several world champions vying for supremacy at 115 pounds. Jessie “Bam” Rodriguez holds the WBC title, Fernando Martinez is the WBA and IBF champion, and Kosei Tanaka reigns as the WBO belt holder. The prospect of a unification clash between these top fighters has
Emerging lightweight contender William Zepeda showcased his skills in a dominant win over Giovanni Cabrera, solidifying his position in the division. With a record of 31-0(27), Zepeda has positioned himself as the mandatory contender in all four major governing bodies, setting the stage for a potential rise to the top. Promoter Oscar De La Hoya
Shakur Stevenson’s decision to turn down a massive $15 million contract extension from his current promoters, Top Rank, may prove to be a risky move as he explores his options on the free agent market. The deal offered by Top Rank would have guaranteed him a minimum of $3 million per fight, a sum that
Janibek Alimkhanuly is set to defend his IBF and WBO middleweight titles against Andrei Mikhailovich, a relatively unknown fighter, this Saturday. This fight, happening at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, may not be the most compelling match-up for the Top Rank-promoted Janibek in his quest to become a star
Last Saturday night, William Zepeda showcased his power and skill in the boxing ring by stopping Giovanni Cabrera in the third round with a devastating body shot. With a flawless record of 31-0, including 27 knockouts, Zepeda has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. His performance against
With the support of boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, 18-year-old Curmel Moton is quickly garnering attention as one of the most promising young talents in the sport. Last night, on the undercard of the Nate Diaz Vs. Jorge Masvidal event in Anaheim, California, Moton showcased his skills by securing a decisive second-round victory over Nikolai Buzolin,
The fight between Fernando Martinez and Kazuto Ioka in Tokyo, Japan was one filled with action and drama. However, the overall excitement was overshadowed by the shocking scoring from the judges. The scores of 120-108, 117-111, and 116-112 not only do a disservice to both fighters but also leave fight fans questioning the integrity of
Shakur Stevenson, the undefeated WBC lightweight champion, managed to hold onto his title with a twelve-round unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan. However, despite the victory, Stevenson’s performance fell short of expectations. Throughout the fight, Stevenson’s fans remained eerily quiet, expressing their disappointment with his lackluster showing. Stevenson failed to deliver the knockout he had hoped
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, recently faced off against challenger Artem Harutyunyan in a fight that left fans underwhelmed. Despite being the clear winner with scores of 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112, Shakur expressed frustration with his opponent’s tactics. Post-fight, Shakur shifted all the blame onto Harutyunyan, accusing him of running and merely trying to
As WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson prepares to battle Artem Harutyunyan tonight on ESPN, fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling matchup. Stevenson’s last performance was impressive, and fighting in his hometown at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey adds an extra layer of excitement to the event. One of the standout moments of tonight’s
The news of former two-time featherweight champion Orlando Salido being involved in a serious accident that resulted in the death of a man has left the boxing world in shock. Reports indicate that Salido crashed his truck into a man’s house, causing fatal injuries to a 61-year-old man and injuring his 53-year-old wife. The extent
Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis’ assistant coach, Kenny Ellis, has officially declared that Ryan Garcia has blown his chance for a rematch against the undefeated superstar following a racist rant. This decision has the potential to cost Tank Davis a significant financial opportunity and could hinder his career. Ryan Garcia, known as the ‘Face of Boxing’ in
Future Hall of Famer Gennady Golovkin has expressed his openness to fighting again if the proposed Saudi Boxing League becomes a reality. Despite being 42 years old and holding a prestigious position as the president of Kazakhstan’s National Olympic Committee, Golovkin maintains a “never say never” attitude towards a potential comeback. He seems enthusiastic about
The recent controversy surrounding boxer Ryan Garcia has sparked a heated debate within the boxing community. Promoter Oscar De La Hoya has been vocal in his criticism of the World Boxing Council’s (WBC) decision to expel Garcia following his racist tirade on social media. De La Hoya believes that the WBC acted hastily and did