David Benavidez has made the decision to stay at 175 pounds in order to pursue a title shot against the winner of the Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev light heavyweight clash. WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman announced that Benavidez’s promoter has confirmed his intentions to remain in the light heavyweight division, where he currently holds the
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Top Rank has recently signed a co-promotional deal with former WBO Junior middleweight champion Jaime Munguia. Promoter Bob Arum’s company will work alongside Fernando Beltran, Munguia’s long-time promoter. This partnership opens up new opportunities for Munguia in terms of exposure and potential big fights in the future. One of the major concerns with Jaime Munguia
The highly-anticipated fight between four-belt 168-lb champion Canelo Alvarez and challenger Edgar Berlanga is set to take place on September 14th, coinciding with Mexican Independence Day. This event will be broadcasted on DAZN and Prime Video PPV, captivating fans all around the world. However, the choice of opponent and the timing of the fight has
The anticipation for the upcoming matchup between Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez and rising star Edgar Berlanga is reaching fever pitch. Fans are divided on their opinions about this fight, with some expressing disappointment and others excitement. One thing is for sure – the Mexico vs. Puerto Rico rivalry will add an extra layer of intensity
It’s evident that Billy Joe Saunders has undergone a significant physical transformation following his bout with Canelo Alvarez in May 2021. The once-promising former world champion appears to have packed on a substantial amount of weight, with reports suggesting a gain of around 50 pounds since the high-profile fight. This drastic change in physique raises
The August 3rd fight card scheduled to take place in The City of Angels is undeniably stacked with talent. Headlining the event is the highly anticipated matchup between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov, promising an evening of intense competition. Additionally, fans can look forward to five supporting bouts featuring top contenders such as Andy Ruiz,
Terence Crawford, a prominent figure in the boxing world, is gearing up for a significant match against Israil Madrimov, the 154-pound defending titlist. While fans are eagerly anticipating this upcoming bout, Crawford has his sights set on a potentially lucrative super fight with Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez. Despite emphasizing the importance of his current match
The upcoming showdown between Joe Joyce and Derek Chisora is creating quite a buzz in the boxing world. Fans and experts alike are divided on who will come out on top in this clash of heavyweight titans. The general consensus seems to be that Chisora, at 40 years old, may not have what it takes
When it comes to the upcoming fight between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov, many are quick to dismiss the challenge Madrimov poses. Analyst Chris Mannix, however, sees Madrimov as the toughest opponent Crawford has faced in his 16-year career. Despite not having a significant size advantage over Crawford, Madrimov’s power and skills make him a
Terence Crawford, a talented boxer himself, has expressed his desire to see WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson unify the 135-lb division and prove his worth in the ring. However, the reality of the situation may be different from what Crawford envisions. Stevenson has yet to demonstrate the necessary talent to unify at 135, and his
Artur Beterbiev has kicked off his training camp in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in preparation for his upcoming undisputed light heavyweight championship fight against Dmitry Bivol on October 12th. In a recent video workout clip, the IBF, WBC, and WBO light heavyweight champion showcased his power and skills as he hit the heavy bag and worked
In a surprising turn of events, Oleksandr Usyk’s co-trainer Sergey Lapin recently discussed the possibility of Usyk taking on a bare-knuckle fight after his return bout with Tyson Fury. Lapin mentioned that Usyk might be interested in a fight with Conor McGregor, who has a stake in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. This revelation has
Derek Chisora and Joe Joyce are set to face off in a twelve-round bout at the O2 Arena in London this Saturday night. Both fighters are in a precarious position, where a loss could potentially be devastating for their careers. Chisora, at 40 years old, has been struggling with a 2-4 record in his last
Gennadiy Golovkin, the former unified middleweight champion, has recently hinted that he is not retired from boxing and is open to returning to the ring if the right opportunity presents itself. Despite not having fought in two years, Golovkin’s performances against Canelo Alvarez and Ryota Murata in 2022 showcased his power and boxing skills, proving
Richardson Hitchins, the light welterweight contender, is set to make his return to the ring in October in New York City. As the #1 IBF, #3 WBO, and #5 WBC-ranked fighter, Hitchins needs to face someone who can draw a crowd and headline the event. Despite his impressive rankings, he is not yet considered main-event