The recent revelation by promoter Eddie Hearn regarding the IBF’s decision to mandate Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis to defend his welterweight title against mandatory challenger Karen Chukhadzhian has sparked a wave of disappointment in the boxing community. While Chukhadzhian is undoubtedly a skilled fighter, the fact that Ennis has already defeated him in a previous bout
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Julio Cesar Chavez, a Mexican icon and boxing legend, has recently announced that he will be the main focus of a reality show airing on Disney +. The show will not only feature Chavez himself, but also members of his family, providing viewers with a virtual fly-on-the-wall experience for six weeks. Described as a combination
Richard Torrez, an unbeaten heavyweight prospect, is set to face the tough and experienced Joey Dawejko in a scheduled eight-rounder on September 20th. This step up in quality of opposition will test Torrez’s skills and potential in the heavyweight division. The fight will take place on the undercard of the Jaime Munguia-Erik Bazinyan bout in
The fight between British heavyweights Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke ended in a draw, leaving both fighters convinced they had won. The battle for the prestigious British heavyweight title back in March was intense, with Wardley ultimately retaining his title despite a tough challenge from Clarke. The judges’ scores were close, reflecting the competitive nature
Former light heavyweight world title challenger John Scully continues to bring together the boxing community through his Amateur Boxers Reunions, with the latest one taking place at Diamante’s Bar. The venue, situated near the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York, served as the perfect backdrop for a night filled with nostalgia and camaraderie. Memories
Trainer Derek ‘Bozy’ Ennis has expressed doubts about Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s readiness to face Terence Crawford next. According to Bozy, Vergil tends to load up on his punches too much, focusing excessively on knockouts, and he struggles to maintain composure after receiving hits. Even Ryan Garcia, who faced Vergil Ortiz Jr. in the amateurs, noticed
Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s recent fight with Serhi Bohachuk ended in controversy, with many fans and critics questioning the legitimacy of Ortiz’s victory. Despite being dropped twice during the fight and appearing to lose the majority of the rounds, Ortiz managed to secure a 12-round majority decision. This has left a black cloud of disgrace hanging
In a recent interview, rising boxing star Edgar Berlanga expressed his willingness to step into the ring with David Benavidez, provided that Benavidez drops back down to the super middleweight division after his upcoming bout with Canelo Alvarez. Despite Berlanga’s harsh criticism of Benavidez as a jealous “Crab” for his negative comments about him being
Recently, promoter Frank Warren revealed that WBA featherweight champion Nick Ball will be headlining a card in Liverpool in the near future. This is great news for fans of the sport, as Ball has proven to be one of the most thrilling and value-for-money fighters currently in the boxing world. Earlier this year, Ball secured
In the world of boxing, some fights are remembered for their sheer brutality and display of power. One such fight took place in 1976 between the legendary George Foreman and the underrated Scott LeDoux. Foreman, who was making a comeback after a devastating loss to Muhammad Ali, was at the peak of his career. On
Edgar Berlanga’s assertion that he is the most significant puncher that Canelo Alvarez will face when they meet in September raises several questions. While Berlanga may believe in his own power, his track record doesn’t entirely support his claim. Despite his impressive knockout ratio in the past, his recent fights against B-level opponents have left
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh is looking forward to putting together a mega-card featuring Terence Crawford facing off against Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Shakur Stevenson taking on William Zepeda, all on the same night. However, there is uncertainty surrounding Vergil Ortiz Jr.’s involvement in the event following his controversial victory over WBC interim champion Serhii Bohachuk.
The upcoming fight between Christian Mbilli and Sergey Derevyanchenko promises to deliver a level of excitement that may outshine even the highly anticipated Canelo fight. Mbilli, an undefeated Frenchman with a record of 27-0(23), is known for his non-stop punching style that never fails to entertain fans. On the other hand, Derevyanchenko, a Ukrainian warrior
As the much-anticipated rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk approaches, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the former heavyweight champion. Usyk represents perhaps the toughest challenge Fury has faced in his career, with the outcome of this fight potentially defining the trajectory of Fury’s future in the sport. Recently turned 36-year-old Fury has been
Mexican boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez recently made some bold statements during an appearance on Million Dollaz Worth of Game. He declared that his fights are different from others, showing confidence in his star power. This declaration came as a response to the upcoming clash between his fight with Edgar Berlanga and a UFC event scheduled