In the competitive landscape of boxing’s junior middleweight division, Erickson Lubin, currently the #3-ranked contender, is laying the groundwork for a major title opportunity. Fresh off a decisive third-round knockout victory over Tim Tszyu, a former WBO champion, Lubin is eager to set his sights on IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev. With a record
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The boxing world is abuzz with the announcement that the long-awaited rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol is scheduled for October 2025 during the Riyadh Season. This rematch comes in the wake of Beterbiev’s victory over Bivol, when the two faced off in a tense bout on October 12, where Beterbiev walked away with
In the sphere of professional boxing, not every match is draped in the grandeur of championship titles or the clamor of pre-fight trash talk. The bout scheduled for this Saturday night between Jack Catterall and Regis Prograis serves as a prime example. Initially designated for a late summer slot, this encounter, featuring two skilled fighters
Teofimo Lopez finds himself embroiled in a contentious contract dispute that threatens to redefine his boxing career. Promoter Bob Arum asserts that Lopez’s claims regarding the invalidity of his contract with Top Rank are unfounded and illogical. Arum contends that Lopez signed a second contract extension ahead of his fight against Sandor Martin, scheduled for
Tim Tszyu, once heralded as a rising star in the boxing realm, is currently grappling with the repercussions of a challenging defeat. Having suffered a significant setback against Bakhram Murtazaliev, Tszyu’s record now stands at 24 wins with 2 losses. This latest fight, coupled with a previous defeat to Sebastian Fundora, has left many questioning
Oscar De La Hoya, a legendary figure in boxing, has set the stage for a thrilling matchup that could captivate fans in 2024. He recently took to social media to suggest that his promising fighter, Vergil Ortiz Jr., should face off against seasoned champion Errol Spence Jr. at the renowned Cowboy Stadium in Texas. This
The world of boxing is often a unforgiving arena, where victories get celebrated, but defeats can plunge careers into uncertainty. Recently, Tim Tszyu faced a significant setback in his career, being knocked out in the third round by Bakhram Murtazaliev, the IBF junior middleweight champion. This loss marks Tszyu’s second consecutive defeat, leaving him in
The landscape of professional boxing is unforgiving, particularly for those seeking to rise through the ranks and capture championship glory. Tim Tszyu, the Australian fighter and son of boxing legend Kostya Tszyu, recently faced his share of adversity following a disappointing third-round knockout loss to IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev. With a record of
In the competitive world of professional boxing, strategic match-making plays a crucial role in defining a fighter’s career trajectory. Recently, the decision by Tim Tszyu to face Bakhram Murtazaliev for the IBF junior middleweight title has stirred significant debate, especially following Tszyu’s disappointing third-round TKO loss. Sergio Mora, a former champion and commentator, has attributed
In an evening that promised excitement, boxing fans in Brandenburg, Germany were treated to a match that ultimately fell short of expectations. William Scull faced off against Vladimir Shishkin in a 12-round bout for the vacant International Boxing Federation (IBF) super middleweight championship. The encounter culminated in a close unanimous decision victory for Scull, whose
The 1970s stand out as a remarkable period in boxing, often regarded as a Golden Era. Featuring a plethora of extraordinary talent, this decade saw rising stars and established icons lock horns in electrifying bouts. The heavyweight division, in particular, garnered widespread attention, with prominent figures such as Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman
In the world of professional boxing, notable fights often serve as turning points in the careers of both emerging talents and seasoned opponents. Such was the case on a Saturday night in Orlando, Florida, when IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev faced off against Tim Tszyu. The outcome—a decisive third-round TKO in favor of Murtazaliev—not
Tim Tszyu stepped into the ring last night with a galaxy of hopes and ambitions clinging to his aspirations. After a devastating defeat to the towering Sebastian Fundora, Tszyu aimed to reclaim his place in the 154-pound weight class against relative unknown Bakhram Murtazaliev. With the Tszyu legacy—the name synonymous with boxing excellence—hanging in the
In a striking showcase of skill and power, Bakhram Murtazaliev solidified his status as the undefeated IBF junior middleweight champion by dispatching Tim Tszyu in a lopsided contest at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida. The bout, held on Saturday night, concluded with an emphatic knockout in the third round, demonstrating Murtazaliev’s superiority in
The boxing landscape is often fraught with debates and opinions, particularly regarding the selection of fighters for high-stakes bouts. One of the most discussed matchups currently is the upcoming fight between WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach, scheduled for December 14th in Houston, Texas. While Coach Stephen Edwards contests that this matchup isn’t