Recently, Evander Holyfield, the legendary four-time heavyweight champion, participated in a rapid-fire interview where he was asked to choose winners in fantasy matchups between famous boxers. Holyfield’s quick responses have sparked debates among fight fans about who would truly come out on top in these dream fights. Among the various matchups presented to Holyfield, his
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Super-bantamweight contender Sam Goodman from Australia took a major risk by accepting a fight before his mandatory shot at 122-pound king Naoya Inoue. Despite the gamble, Goodman emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against fellow unbeaten Chainoi Worawut of Thailand in Wollongong. This decision ultimately paid off for Goodman, as he secured a wide 12-round
During the recent PR face-off between IBF welterweight champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and challenger David Avanesyan, it was evident that Ennis appeared drained and less confident. This lack of confidence could be attributed to the adjustments he had to make after his originally scheduled opponent pulled out due to health issues. Ennis, often a favorite
There has been a lot of speculation surrounding Anthony Joshua’s return to top form after facing four supposedly subpar opponents to rebuild his mental strength. Despite his four-fight winning streak leading up to a title challenge against IBF champion Daniel Dubois, many doubts linger about Joshua’s ability to handle the pressure. The Trigger for Past
Shakur Stevenson, with a record of 22-0 and 10 KOs, is currently weighing his options for signing as a free agent. Two prominent choices on the table are Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing and Mayweather Promotions. The decision comes after Stevenson turned down a $15 million, five-fight offer from Top Rank, as he was dissatisfied with
Former boxing champion Tim Bradley has recently expressed his concerns regarding the behavior of rising star Shakur Stevenson. According to Bradley, Stevenson has been displaying a pattern of defiance towards his coach’s advice during his fights. This behavior was most prominently observed during Stevenson’s recent title defense against Artem Harutyunyan, where he engaged in arguments
David Avanesyan, a tough and experienced Russian boxer, is set to face off against Jaron “Boots” Ennis in a highly anticipated fight. Despite being labeled as a 9/1 underdog, Avanesyan is exuding confidence that he can pull off an upset victory. This fight is seen as a coming-out party for Ennis, who is the favorite
Recently, Carl Froch provided his analysis on a potential fantasy fight between Anthony Joshua and Frank Bruno. Surprisingly, Froch sided with Bruno, citing his past performances against top-tier opponents such as Lennox Lewis. Froch emphasized the importance of timing in boxing and how Bruno’s style could have posed a significant challenge for Joshua in the
The undercard for the highly anticipated Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov event on August 3rd promises to be a thrilling spectacle for boxing fans around the world. While the main event between Crawford and Madrimov is expected to be a tough battle, it’s the undercard that is really stealing the spotlight. One of the most
Abdullah Mason, with an impressive record of 14-0 with 12 knockouts, is set to take on Augustin Quintana in an eight-round stay-busy fight. This bout will be featured on the undercard of the highly anticipated Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko fight on August 17th. Despite Quintana’s recent knockout loss, he is expected to bring a
Roman ‘Chocolatito’ Gonzalez has expressed his openness to facing Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez in the ring, but the stakes are high for the young fighter. If Rodriguez were to lose this fight against the seasoned Gonzalez, it could serve as a damaging blow to his career. Despite his impressive record, Rodriguez has faced criticisms for his
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
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