Eddie Hearn has raised eyebrows in the boxing world with his decision to fast-track Edgar Berlanga into a mega-fight against Canelo Alvarez for the WBA, WBC, and WBO super-middleweight titles on September 14th. Berlanga, who boasts a perfect record of 22-0 with 14 knockouts, has only faced subpar opposition on his way to claiming the
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Promoter Eddie Hearn believes that Israil Madrimov, heading into the title defense of his WBA junior middleweight belt against Terence Crawford, has “no pressure” on him. This is due to the overwhelming expectation that Crawford, with his perfect record and knockout power, will easily defeat Madrimov on Saturday night. Hearn points out Crawford’s age, turning
Terence Crawford’s upcoming fight against WBC junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov is turning out to be a true test of his skills and abilities. Initially, Crawford’s second choice after failing to secure a title shot against Sebastian Fundora, Madrimov has proven to be a real threat to Crawford’s undefeated record. With a record of 10-0-1
Ismail Madrimov’s trainer, Joel Diaz, is confident in his fighter’s abilities as he predicts that Madrimov will figure out Terence Crawford by the fifth or sixth round of their upcoming match. Diaz believes that Madrimov will then be able to hurt Crawford with a significant blow during the fight set to take place on August
In a recent exhibition match in Japan, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao faced off against former kickboxer Rukiya Anpo. The bout ended in a draw after three grueling rounds, with Pacquiao taking most of the punishment. Despite the exhibition rules stating that a fight without a stoppage would be declared a draw, Pacquiao would have likely
Joe Joyce’s boxing career took a significant hit with his unexpected loss to Derek Chisora, a veteran in the sport, in a ten-round unanimous decision fight at the O2 Arena in London. This defeat marks Joyce’s third loss in his last four fights since 2023, raising questions about his future in boxing despite being a
Claressa Shields showcased her impressive hand speed and skill in a rare knockout victory over WBC female heavyweight champion Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse. Shields dropped Lepage-Joanisse three times in the second round, ultimately securing a TKO victory at 1:09 of the round. However, it is crucial to note that Lepage-Joanisse did not make any adjustments to counter
The fight between Derek Chisora and Joe Joyce in London was nothing short of brutal, as both fighters went toe-to-toe in a battle that left the audience at the O2 Arena on the edge of their seats. The anticipation for this matchup was high, with many expecting a damaging and intense fight, and that’s exactly
Derek Chisora, a name synonymous with raw power and relentless determination in the boxing world. When he steps into the ring, he doesn’t just come to fight; he comes to dominate and leave a lasting impact on anyone who dares to stand in his way. The Heroic Rounds Round ten, a moment that encapsulates the
Turki Alalshkikh, a powerful figure in the boxing world, has expressed his intention to offer Canelo Alvarez a fight against Terence Crawford. This offer comes with the promise of a “fair price,” but there are doubts about whether this price will truly match the magnitude of the event. With Tyson Fury receiving over $100 million
Otto Wallin’s swift and brutal display in the ring against Onoriode Ehwarieme was nothing short of impressive. With only 48 seconds into the first round, Wallin delivered a vicious straight left that floored Ehwarieme, leaving him unable to continue the fight. This shows Wallin’s precision and power, making him a formidable force in the heavyweight
Promoter Eddie Hearn is confident in WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov’s abilities as he predicts a knockout victory for the upcoming title defense against Terence Crawford on August 3rd. Hearn believes that this fight will be the stepping stone for Madrimov to reach superstar status in the boxing world. The anticipation is high as
The ongoing feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Canelo Alvarez seems to have taken a new turn with De La Hoya’s recent comments on a podcast. Instead of burying the hatchet, De La Hoya has decided to stir the pot even more by calling out Canelo for allegedly ducking David Benavidez. This has only
Nearly forty years ago, on July 26th, 1986, a young Mike Tyson unleashed a ferocious onslaught in the boxing ring that resulted in a terrifying knockout. At only 20 years old, Tyson faced off against Marvis Frazier, son of the legendary “Smokin’ Joe” Frazier. In a mere 30 seconds, Tyson’s lightning-fast punches left Frazier reeling
The anticipation for tomorrow night’s British heavyweight clash between Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora has reached a fever pitch with the official weigh-in taking place. The scale showed “Juggernaut” Joyce weighing in at a solid-looking 281.2 pounds, while “War” Chisora tipped the scales at 256.7 pounds. The fight will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and