Promoter Eddie Hearn expresses uncertainty about potential discussions occurring between Canelo Alvarez and His Excellency Turki Alalshikh regarding a fight with Terence Crawford in 2025. Turki was reportedly upset that Canelo did not want to engage in talks about a matchup with Crawford, whom His Excellency holds in high regard. However, Canelo’s decision to focus
In the world of combat sports, the question of who is the most exciting fighter is one that sparks much debate and discussion. Fans of boxing, MMA, and other fighting disciplines often have differing opinions on what makes a fighter truly captivating to watch. Some prefer the technical prowess of a masterful boxer, while others
Riddick Bowe and Lennox Lewis, two heavyweight boxers with immense potential, were on a collision course in the early 1990s. Bowe, the 1988 silver medalist, and Lewis, the 1988 gold medalist, seemed destined to face each other in the ring. However, a series of unfortunate events and missed opportunities derailed what could have been one
Promoter Eddie Hearn recently expressed his frustration over the rejection of his offer of over $1 million for a potential unification fight between WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. and Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. Hearn did not disclose the specific details of the offer for Boots Ennis. However, Team Norman Jr.’s decision to turn down the
William Zepeda, following in the footsteps of big names like Shakur Stevenson, Anthony Joshua, and Tyson Fury, has decided to cash in by heading to Saudi Arabia for his upcoming fight on November 16th. This move is seen as a strategic decision to secure a substantial amount of money while facing opponents who are not
Promoter Eddie Hearn has been vocal about Matchroom’s efforts to secure a unification fight between WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr and IBF champ Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis. According to Hearn, three offers have been sent to Norman Jr’s team, but all have been rejected. This raises questions about the strategy behind Matchroom’s offers and the
Canelo Alvarez recently made remarks about David Benavidez’s upcoming fight against WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol, stating that Benavidez will ultimately lose. Alvarez believes that Benavidez, who typically fought at 168, has been a weight bully by not competing in his natural weight class of 175. This shift has changed Benavidez as a fighter,
Shakur Stevenson is set to receive a staggering $5 million guaranteed purse for his upcoming title defense against Joe Cordina. This news has stirred up quite a buzz on social media, with many fans expressing their disbelief at the hefty sum. The outrage seems to stem from the perceived lack of deserving performance by Stevenson
The World Boxing Organization has mandated that current WBC/WBO junior middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora must face interim champion Terence Crawford in his next bout. This decision comes after Crawford’s recent victory over Israil Madrimov, where he captured the WBA 154-lb title and interim WBO belt. Both fighters now have a 30-day negotiation window to agree
The upcoming October 12th Riyadh Season card featuring Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol has sparked varying reactions among boxing fans, with British and American audiences holding starkly contrasting views. While US fans are expressing disappointment with the undercard, deeming it lackluster and uneventful, UK fans are finding value in the domestic matchups featured on the
Terence Crawford has recently expressed his desire to fight Canelo Alvarez at 168 pounds in order to showcase his greatness to the world. However, fans have not been convinced by Crawford’s intentions, labeling him as greedy and solely focused on securing a lucrative payday before retiring from the sport. It is evident that Crawford’s primary
Dmitry Bivol, the WBA 175-lb champion, is known for his finesse in the ring rather than his punching power. As he gears up for his upcoming fight against the knockout artist, Artur Beterbiev, he faces a significant challenge. Bivol must find a strategy to keep Beterbiev at bay and avoid his devastating knockouts in order
Nikita Tszyu’s recent victory over Koen Mazoudier marked his 10th consecutive win in the boxing ring. The fight, although initially slow-paced, ultimately showcased Tszyu’s dominance and skill as he outperformed his opponent in every round. While some may argue that Mazoudier put up a valiant effort, the truth remains that Tszyu’s performance overshadowed his adversary’s
Promoter Eddie Hearn recently discussed the possibility of Devin Haney facing IBF light welterweight champion Liam Paro in what he considers to be a potential unification match on December 7th. The catch, however, is that Haney currently holds the title of WBC ‘Champion in Recess’ at 140, raising questions about the legitimacy of this unification
The upcoming battle between Caleb Plant and Trevor McCumby on September 14th is already infused with psychological warfare. Plant, the former IBF super middleweight champion, feels personally slighted that McCumby waited until this moment to take a leap in competition. This decision by McCumby speaks volumes to Plant, indicating that his opponent believes he can