Naoya Inoue, also known as the ‘Monster’, has recently announced his decision to defend his four 122-lb titles against TJ Doheny in his hometown of Tokyo, Japan. This choice has sparked a significant backlash from fans on social media, who are displeased with the Japanese star’s opponent selection. Many view Doheny as past his prime
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Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn is setting his sights on Shakur Stevenson, hoping to lure him into signing with his promotion company. Stevenson, who is considered one of the most talked-about fighters in the world, recently turned down a $15 million offer from Top Rank. Hearn is confident that he can make Stevenson a star, offering
Shakur Stevenson recently disclosed that he suffered injuries to both of his hands during his fight against Artem Harutyunyan in Newark. Despite emerging victorious and retaining his WBC lightweight title, Stevenson’s performance was lackluster, leaving many fans disappointed. The fact that Shakur only mentioned his hand injuries after the fight has raised suspicions among critics.
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
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