Victor Ortiz is a name that resonates with many boxing fans, but not always for the right reasons. Most remember him for the infamous incident with Floyd Mayweather, where Ortiz headbutted Mayweather in a title fight back in 2011. This incident, followed by Mayweather’s retaliatory punch, left a lasting impression on the boxing world. Despite
Top Stories Boxing
Zhilei Zhang, a Chinese southpaw with an impressive professional record of 27-2-1(22), expressed his doubts about former two-time heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua during a recent appearance on The MMA Hour. Zhang firmly believes that Joshua is avoiding a potential matchup with him in the professional boxing ring. Zhang and Joshua did face each other in
Highly regarded Japanese boxing sensation Naoya Inoue has made it clear that he will not be making the move up to the featherweight division anytime soon. Despite calls from fans for him to test himself at 126 pounds, Inoue has announced that he will stay at the super-bantamweight division for at least the next two
Naoya Inoue, the pound-for-pound star and unified super-bantamweight champion, is set to face off against Irish warrior TJ Doheny. Doheny, a 37-year-old southpaw, boasts a record of 26-4(20) and has never been stopped. As a former IBF super-bantamweight champion, Doheny has won his last three fights by stoppage, all of which took place in Japan.
Teofimo Lopez, a world champion in two different weight classes, is eyeing a move up to the welterweight division. Lopez, who currently holds titles at 135 and 140 pounds, believes that he has the power to dominate in another weight class. He expresses his interest in becoming a three-weight world champion at just 27 years
The recent incident involving the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has sparked shock and outrage across the nation. Trump’s close call with death at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania has left many questioning the safety and security of public figures in today’s society. The tragic loss of life and the critical condition of
Big-time boxing made a return to Philadelphia with IBF welterweight champion Jaron “Boots” Ennis putting on a spectacular performance against David Avanesyan. Ennis managed to force Avanesyan to stay on his stool after round five, showcasing his dominance in the ring. At just 27 years old, Ennis improved his record to an impressive 32-0 with
On July 14th, 2019, the boxing world was shaken by the tragic news of Pernell Whitaker’s untimely death. Known as “Sweet Pea” during his illustrious career, Whitaker was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross a road in his native Virginia. This unfortunate incident robbed the world of a true ring master who had
Philadelphia, once known as “The City of Brotherly Love,” has a rich history when it comes to boxing. Great matchups used to take place at legendary venues such as The Blue Horizon, The Philadelphia Spectrum, Convention Hall, and the Philadelphia Arena. However, big boxing nights have become a rarity in the city since the 1970s.
Raymond Muratalla (20-0, 16 KOs) and Tevin Farmer (33-5-1, 8 KOs) are set to face off in the main event this Saturday night in a ten-round lightweight contest at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. The fight, originally planned to be the co-main event, was elevated to the top spot
This Saturday night, boxing fans will witness the long-awaited return of Jaron Ennis to the ring. However, this time it will be more than just a regular fight for the young prospect from Philadelphia. Ennis recently faced some off-ring issues regarding his representation, but he has now signed with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Sports, marking a
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
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
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