The collaborative effort between promoters Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn has generated a lot of buzz in the boxing world. The ‘Five Vs. Five’ card, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been the subject of much speculation among fans and experts alike. In the heavyweight division, there are two confirmed fights, with
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It is no secret that promoter Bernard Hopkins has expressed his belief that Canelo Alvarez is intentionally delaying a much-anticipated mega-fight against David Benavidez. Hopkins suggests that Canelo is strategically holding off on facing the younger and larger Benavidez until the tail end of his career. The question remains, what could potentially derail this fight
In a recent interview, promoter Eddie Hearn expressed his disappointment in rising boxer Dalton Smith for calling out EBU 140-lb champion Adam Azim instead of focusing on world titles. Hearn believes that Smith, at 27 years old, should be aiming for bigger fights against current world champions in the light welterweight division, like WBC belt-holder
Campbell Hatton, with a record of 14-1, started the fight off well in the first two rounds, showcasing his skills in the ring. However, as the fight progressed, Jimmy Joe Flint (14-1-2) took over the momentum. The turning point came in the third round when Flint began to catch Hatton repeatedly with shots, shifting the
In a surprising turn of events at the Sheffield Arena, Dalton Smith managed to secure a stunning fifth-round knockout victory over the experienced Jose Zepeda to claim the vacant WBC silver light welterweight title. The 27-year-old Smith displayed impeccable timing as he delivered a devastating body shot that sent Zepeda crashing to the canvas, unable
As Eddie Hearn-promoted light welterweight Dalton Smith steps into the ring to face the hard-punching veteran Jose Zepeda, the stakes are high for both fighters. The 12-round headliner fight for the vacant WBC silver 140-lb title promises to be a matchup full of action and drama. With the fight set to take place at the
Saudi promoter His Excellency Turki Alalshikh is gearing up for a massive boxing showdown in December, pitting David Benavidez against the winner of the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol fight. His ambitious plans highlight his determination to bring high-stakes boxing to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The road to the anticipated mega-fight is certainly not without its
The emergence of Saudi Arabia as a key player in the world of boxing has brought a sense of excitement and anticipation among fight fans worldwide. Promoter Frank Warren referred to this shift as a “game-changer,” highlighting the significance of the Saudi’s entry into the sport. With a series of stacked cards being organized in
Bill Haney, the father of WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney, is displaying an unwavering determination for his son’s upcoming fight against Ryan Garcia. He firmly believes that nothing will stand in the way of this much-anticipated match on April 20th. Haney asserts that Garcia will have to face the consequences of his disparaging remarks
In a recent announcement on social media, Keith Thurman revealed that he would be undergoing surgery for a bicep tear in his right arm, leading to his withdrawal from the upcoming fight against Tim Tszyu. Thurman expressed his disappointment in not being able to compete as planned on March 30th, but he remains optimistic about
David Benavidez recently made headlines by reaching out to Turki Alalshikh of Saudi Arabia, seeking help in arranging a fight against Canelo Alvarez. The unbeaten Benavidez is in desperate need of a significant amount of money, estimated to be around $150-200 million, in order to entice the superstar Canelo (60-2-2, 39 KOs) into the ring.
The news of a potential heavyweight showdown between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang set for June 1 in Saudi Arabia has fight fans buzzing with excitement. Both Wilder and Zhang are known for their knockout power and aggressive fighting styles, making this matchup highly anticipated. The fight is set to take place on the undercard
Lawrence Okolie, a former WBO cruiserweight champion, is gearing up for his next big challenge in May. After a disappointing loss to Chris Billam-Smith last year, Okolie is looking to prove himself once again by attempting to become a two-weight champion. This time, he will be facing off against Lukasz Rozanski, the reigning WBC bridgerweight
The anticipation is high as the O2 in London prepares for the explosive showdown set to take place on Easter Sunday. Headlining the event is the much-anticipated fight between Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke, both undefeated giants aiming to claim the throne as Britain’s heavyweight king. The tension between these two fighters has been brewing,
After a long layoff of over a year, former IBF super middleweight champion Caleb Plant is gearing up to make a comeback to the ring in the summer. Plant, with a record of 22-2 and 13 knockouts, is looking to take a tune-up fight before setting his sights on a potential clash against Jermall Charlo.