The upcoming August 3 card in Los Angeles is generating a lot of buzz, with promoter Eddie Hearn calling it “the best card ever in America.” While opinions may vary on that claim, one thing is certain – the card is stacked with top-tier talent. Headlining the event is the highly anticipated matchup between Terence
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 upcoming fight between Naoya Inoue and TJ Doheny on September 3rd has sparked controversy, particularly surrounding Doheny’s recent wins and subsequent rise in the rankings. Despite securing victories over lesser-known opponents like Bryl Bayogos, Japhethlee Llamido, and Kazuki Nakajima, Doheny’s ranking in the division remains a point of contention. Questions have been raised as
Recently, Shakur Stevenson received some unexpected news regarding a potential fight with his top-ranked contender, William Zepeda. However, the situation quickly turned sour when Zepeda’s promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, took to Twitter with a controversial post. De La Hoya’s cryptic tweet implied that Zepeda was not being given the opportunity to choose his next
The upcoming Paris Olympics are eagerly awaited by boxing enthusiasts around the world. With the recent announcement of the American boxing squad for the 2024 Games, excitement is at an all-time high. The eight boxers who will represent the USA in boxing are gearing up to bring home gold for their country. The team comprises
Caleb Plant, a former IBF super middleweight champion, is set to return to the ring next month in a non-PPV event against unbeaten fringe contender Trevor McCumby. Plant, with a record of 22-2 and 13 KOs, has faced two defeats in his last three fights and is in need of a tune-up to revitalize his
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
In a recent interview, Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero shared his perspective on the boxing abilities of Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Terence Crawford. According to Romero, he sees no differences between the two fighters, stating that they are essentially the same person with identical fighting styles. This comparison challenges the notion that Crawford would have an advantage
As the anticipation for the next Olympic Games in Paris 2024 grows, boxing fans are met with a somber realization that the sport may not have a permanent place in the event’s lineup. The decision on whether boxing will continue as an Olympic sport rests in the hands of governing bodies, leaving fans in a
Terence Crawford faces a significant challenge in his upcoming fight against Israil Madrimov. This fight is particularly risky for Crawford due to several factors including fighting in a new weight class, a 13-month layoff, and facing one of the biggest punchers in the 154-lb division. These hurdles could potentially derail Crawford’s path to a potential
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn recently had a conversation with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh via Facetime following Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ impressive fifth-round victory over David Avanesyan. During their conversation, Alalshikh expressed interest in arranging a fight between Terence Crawford and Boots Ennis if the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez clash falls through. Hearn revealed that the fight
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
Promoter Eddie Hearn recently had a Facetime conversation with His Excellency after Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis’ impressive victory over David Avanesyan. During this conversation, His Excellency inquired about the potential fight between Crawford and Ennis. Hearn revealed that Ennis explicitly asked for the contract to be sent for the Crawford fight. Hearn expressed his skepticism about
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