Undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez made a bold move by vacating his IBF title after being ordered by the sanctioning body to defend against their mandatory challenger, William Scull. The decision to vacate the title comes as no surprise, considering the lack of popularity surrounding Scull and the potential financial implications for Canelo in
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Bob Arum recently spoke with Sky Sports about the future plans for unbeaten heavyweight Jared Anderson. Arum confirmed that the definite plan is for Anderson to face Deontay Wilder next, pending Wilder’s outcome in his upcoming fight against Zhilei Zhang. This fight was suggested by Turki Alalshikh and has been something both Arum and Anderson
Being the smaller man in the ring is a challenge that many fighters face, including featherweight warrior Nick Ball. Standing at just 5’2″, Ball is often at a height and reach disadvantage when he steps into the ring. However, like Mike Tyson, Ball has found success by utilizing his speed, explosiveness, and defensive skills to
When assessing former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder’s attributes, Zhilei Zhang doesn’t hold back. Zhang rates Wilder’s punch resistance at a mere “3” and his heart at a slightly more respectable “5” leading up to their upcoming bout in Riyadh. This stark assessment speaks volumes about Zhang’s confidence in his own abilities and his belief
Terence Crawford, the renowned boxer, has recently been granted a unique title by the World Boxing Council (WBC), known as the ‘Champion in Recess’ tag. This strategic move comes as Crawford makes the decision to move up to the 154-lb weight class to face WBA champion Israil Madrimov on August 3rd. The WBC has given
Boxing fans around the world have been buzzing with excitement over the upcoming ‘5 Versus 5’ showdown happening this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This unique concept, featuring five top fighters from the Matchroom stable facing off against another five elite fighters, has captured the imagination of fight enthusiasts everywhere. However, the man behind this
Filip Hrgovic is gearing up for a crucial fight against British boxer Daniel Dubois, and he understands the high stakes involved. At 31 years old, Hrgovic knows that he is at a pivotal point in his career and cannot afford to lose to Dubois. Unlike UK fighters who have the luxury of rebuilding quickly after
The upcoming Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight has generated a lot of buzz among fans and casual viewers alike. However, there are lingering questions about the authenticity of the fight. Many people are speculating whether the fight will be a genuine competition or if it will be staged and scripted. This skepticism has led to discussions
The ongoing saga surrounding Ryan Garcia continues to escalate, with the young boxer finding himself in the midst of a doping scandal. After his A sample tested positive for the banned substance Ostarine, Garcia’s B sample also came back positive. Despite these damning results, Garcia maintains his innocence, insisting that he has been unfairly targeted
Deontay Wilder, once the former WBC champion with an impressive record of 43-3-1 and 42 KOs, has faced significant challenges in the last four years. His recent performances have left fans, media, and fellow fighters skeptical of his ability to emerge victorious in his upcoming heavyweight bout against Zhilei Zhang on June 1st. Wilder’s hesitancy
Filip Hrgovic’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the decision to allow Oleksandr Usyk to retain his IBF heavyweight title for the upcoming rematch with Tyson Fury. Hearn believes that Usyk should have been stripped of the title due to the long-overdue mandatory defense that Hrgovic was entitled to. As a result, Hrgovic’s
Former boxing champion David Haye is of the opinion that Deontay Wilder should have the upper hand in his upcoming heavyweight showdown against Zhilei Zhang. Haye highlights that Zhang, at 40 years old, is the perfect target for Wilder’s powerful right-hand shots. However, Haye expresses doubts about whether Wilder can still showcase the same level
In a recent fight in Montreal, Canada, Christian Mbilli made a statement by scoring a quick stoppage win over Mark Heffron. Mbilli, who is known for his aggressive fighting style, dropped Heffron with a brutal left hand body shot just seconds into the first round. This impressive performance improves Mbilli’s undefeated record to 27-0 with
Jack Catterall, the 140-pound British boxer, achieved a bittersweet victory in a thrilling match against Josh Taylor. Despite his win over Taylor in a unanimous decision, the outcome was not without controversy. Many critics, including boxing promoter Bob Arum, have criticized the wide scorecards. Although Catterall got his revenge for a previous disputed loss to
Josh Taylor’s recent bout against Jack Catterall showcased a different side of the “Tartan Tornado.” While he may have lost the fight, many argue that Taylor displayed a more impressive boxing performance in defeat compared to his controversial win against Catterall in February of 2022. It was evident that Taylor, now 33 years old, was