Former two-time WBO champion, Billy Joe Saunders, has been absent from boxing for over three years. His last fight against Canelo Alvarez ended prematurely due to a significant injury to his eye. Since then, Saunders has been inactive and out of the spotlight. The talented southpaw’s absence from the ring has led to speculation about
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The creation of yet another special commemorative belt by WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman for the upcoming Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga fight has raised eyebrows in the boxing world. With an already saturated market of belts in different weight divisions, the introduction of a new belt only adds to the confusion for both hardcore fans
Zhilei Zhang, a two-time Olympian, is confident that IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois will secure a knockout victory over Anthony Joshua on September 21st at Wembley Stadium in London. Zhang believes that Dubois, coming off a recent knockout win over Filip Hrgovic in Riyadh, is currently on a surge. In contrast, he views Joshua, at
Willie Pep, the legendary defensive fighter, continues to be remembered through a new mural in Hartford, Connecticut. The artwork, created by artist Corey Pane over a three-day period, captures Pep in action against his four-fight rival Sandy Saddler. The mural stands at an impressive 20 feet wide by 12 feet tall, showcasing Pane’s dedication to
The official weigh-ins have been completed for the upcoming super bantamweight clash scheduled to take place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Unified champion Naoya Inoue weighed in at 122 pounds, marking the heaviest weight of his career. His opponent, TJ Doheny, tipped the scales slightly lighter at 121.5 pounds. With both fighters making
The boxing world is abuzz with the upcoming fight between Edgar Berlanga and Canelo Alvarez, scheduled for September 14th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Berlanga, with a record of 22-0 and 17 knockouts, has been vocal about his intention to “shock the world” by defeating the superstar Alvarez. However, critics are skeptical of
Manager Rick Mirigian is confident that Devin Haney will come out on top in a rematch against Ryan Garcia, as long as the fight is fair and conducted on a “level playing field.” This prediction sets the stage for what could be a highly anticipated and potentially game-changing bout between these two talented fighters. One
Eduardo ‘Sugar’ Nunez’s recent victory over Miguel Marriaga showcased the resilience and determination of both fighters. Marriaga, a heavy-handed Colombian boxer, exceeded expectations by starting the fight strong and landing powerful right hands with knockout intentions. Despite being considered past his prime at 37 years old, Marriaga’s aggressive approach caught Nunez off guard in the
Irish warrior TJ Doheny is no stranger to Japan, having visited the country regularly. He has amassed five impressive wins there, which he believes will give him an edge when he faces the formidable “Monster” Naoya Inoue. The stakes are high, with all four super bantamweight belts on the line. Despite his previous victories, Doheny
“Sugar” Cain Sandoval proved to be anything but sweet as he dominated veteran Ramiro Duno in a display of sheer brutality at the Chumash Casino Resort. With a record of 14-0 and 12 knockouts, Sandoval showcased his skills in a masterclass performance that left Duno reeling. Round after round, Sandoval relentlessly attacked, seemingly more interested
Diego Pacheco’s recent victory over Maciej Sulecki has sparked discussion about his next opponent in preparation for a potential fight against unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez. Promoter Eddie Hearn is carefully considering the next steps for Pacheco, aiming to find an opponent who will help “bridge the gap” and elevate his skills for a
Diego Pacheco, the #1 ranked WBO super middleweight contender, faced off against journeyman Maciej Sulecko in a less than thrilling fight that ended in a sixth-round knockout. Pacheco, standing at 6’4″, started the match by utilizing his jab and right hands to control the action against his opponent. Despite his calculated aggression, Pacheco struggled defensively,
As Terence Crawford decides to vacate his WBA welterweight title, the spotlight shifts to Eimantas Stanionis, who has been elevated as the new WBA welterweight champion. This development brings hope to IBF champ Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis as he aims to become undisputed at 147. However, with the challenges in negotiating fights in the welterweight division,
The boxing world was left in shock and sadness when the legendary Rocky Marciano tragically passed away at the age of 46 in a plane crash. Marciano, also known as “The Rock,” had a perfect 49-0 record and had plans to go into business with the Petronelli brothers in setting up a construction business and
Diego Pacheco will be facing off against Maciej Sulecki in a high-stakes twelve-round bout at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles. This match-up has garnered a lot of attention, with Pacheco being touted as a rising star in the super middleweight division. Promoter Eddie Hearn has high hopes for Pacheco, stating that he