Recently, there was a boxing match at the Olympics in Paris that sparked a significant amount of outrage. The match was between Imane Khelif of Algeria and Angela Carini of Italy. Khelif, who is transgender and was born with XY chromosomes, was allowed to compete against Carini despite being previously ejected from the world championships
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Terence Crawford, a seasoned 36-year-old fighter with an impressive record of 40-0 and 31 KOs, is gearing up for a crucial fight against WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov. This Saturday night showdown at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles has attracted attention due to speculation about Crawford’s age and potential ring rust. Having been
David Morrell has expressed his disapproval of Canelo Alvarez’s decision to choose Edgar Berlanga as his next opponent for the title defense of his three super middleweight belts. Despite Berlanga’s undefeated 22-0 record, Morrell believes that Canelo intentionally picked a weak opponent with no top-tier experience. Morrell himself suggested that Canelo should have fought him
The boxing world is buzzing with talks of a potential showdown between WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and #1 ranked contender William Zepeda. The fight, if made, is expected to take place in October and could be featured on the Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev card on October 12th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Stevenson, with
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has fired back at Tyson Fury in response to the “Greedy Belly” nickname used by the fellow boxer. With their highly anticipated rematch scheduled for December 21st in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, tensions are running high between the two fighters. Usyk, who previously defeated Fury earlier this year, made it clear
As promoter Eddie Hearn and heavyweight Jared Anderson engage in discussions about a potential wager on Saturday’s fight against Martin Bakole, the stakes are high. Anderson, with an impressive record of 17-0 with 15 knockouts, seems confident in his ability to come out on top against Bakole, who boasts a record of 20-1 with 15
The recent grand arrival of WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov and Terence Crawford in Los Angeles was rather uneventful, with both fighters maintaining a quiet demeanor during their face-off. Despite the presence of security, the atmosphere remained tense but subdued. Crawford, known for his composed demeanor, is not one to engage in dramatic antics
Eddie Hearn, a well-known boxing promoter, has expressed his concerns regarding Terence Crawford’s decision to move up in weight to challenge Israil Madrimov for the WBA junior middleweight title. Hearn believes that every fighter has a limit to how much they can perform at a higher weight class, and 154 pounds might just be too
In the world of boxing, rumors and fake news often circulate, misleading fans and creating unnecessary hype. Recently, a popular YouTube channel reported that a unification match between Shakur Stevenson and Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis was a done deal for November 23rd. However, WBC lightweight champion Stevenson quickly shut down these rumors, labeling them as “fake.”
In recent news, footage of a trans boxer defeating a female opponent has sparked outrage and debate within the boxing community. The trans athlete in question, Imane Khelif of Algeria, is set to fight Carini Angela of Italy despite having documented male XY chromosomes. This controversy brings to light the complex issues surrounding transgender athletes
Terence Crawford, a highly-regarded boxer, is adamant that he is on another level compared to Israil Madrimov. However, doubts linger as Crawford faces uncharted territory in this upcoming fight. His age, weight class shift, and period of inactivity raise questions about his preparedness to take on the WBA junior middleweight champion Madrimov. Crawford’s lack of
Andy Ruiz Jr. is set to face Jarrell Miller this Saturday night in a fight that will undoubtedly have significant implications for his future in the sport. The former unified heavyweight champion will be coming off a layoff to take on Miller, who is in desperate need of a win. Promoter Eddie Hearn has expressed
Promoter Eddie Hearn is confident in his fighter, Israil Madrimov, as he heads into the title defense of his WBA junior middleweight belt against Terence Crawford. Despite Crawford being the heavy favorite, Hearn believes that Madrimov has “no pressure” on him going into the fight. This confidence stems from Hearn’s assessment of Crawford’s age and
Promoter Eddie Hearn has been vocal about Edgar Berlanga’s “golden ticket” opportunity to challenge boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez for his WBA, WBC, and WBO super-middleweight titles. Despite the hype surrounding Berlanga, it is essential to question the true motives behind this fight and the potential risks involved. Hearn’s quick delivery of a high-profile fight for
Terence Crawford, a fan favorite, is facing a tough opponent in WBC junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov this Saturday. Originally viewed as an easy win for Crawford, fans are now realizing that Madrimov poses a real threat to Crawford’s undefeated record. The fight, scheduled for twelve rounds at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, has