The landscape surrounding Ryan Garcia’s anticipated exhibition fight with Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo is becoming increasingly murky. According to boxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya, Golden Boy Promotions has yet to approve the contest, slated for December 30th. The absence of this crucial endorsement raises significant questions about the feasibility of the event proceeding as
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In the world of professional boxing, rivalries often ignite fan interest, and the potential matchup between Shakur Stevenson and William Zepeda is no exception. Recently, Stevenson took to social media to voice his frustrations regarding the delay in securing a fight with Zepeda. As the reigning WBC lightweight champion, Stevenson is keen to establish his
Oscar De La Hoya, a prominent figure in the boxing industry, has recently ignited a firestorm of controversy with his pointed remarks directed at British fans in support of a possible match between Canelo Alvarez and Chris Eubank Jr. De La Hoya’s comments, made via social media platform X, reflect not only his personal opinions
In the world of professional boxing, the stakes are exceptionally high, not just for the fighters but also for promoters who stake their reputations on the talent they represent. Recent turmoil has emerged following Eddie Hearn’s vehement defense of his promotional philosophy in the face of criticism from fellow promoter Oscar De La Hoya. Following
In the volatile world of boxing, where egos often clash as fiercely as fists, the recent exchange between Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn has provided a spectacle that fans now look forward to. During the latest installment of “Clapback Thursday,” De La Hoya, with the aid of rising star Ryan Garcia, unleashed a
Boxing, a sport rich in drama and rivalry, often serves as a mirror reflecting the strengths and weaknesses of those involved, both in and out of the ring. A current example is the fallout between Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia, a saga constructed not only around punches thrown but also around lawsuits filed and reputations
In the tumultuous world of boxing promotion, few rivalries capture attention quite like the ongoing feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Eddie Hearn. This animosity has recently escalated, as De La Hoya took the opportunity to publicly criticize Hearn following a significant upset in the ring. When Anthony Joshua, a prominent figure in Hearn’s
In a sport that has long been celebrated for its fierce competition and willingness to pit the best against the best, Oscar De La Hoya’s recent comments about Canelo Alvarez’s performance have raised a crucial question: Are we witnessing a decline in the caliber of boxing matches? During a segment of ‘Clap Back Thursdays,’ De
On September 18, 1999, the boxing world held its breath as two undefeated champions, Felix Trinidad and Oscar De La Hoya, stepped into the ring at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Dubbed a super-fight, this highly anticipated welterweight unification bout promised thrills, yet what transpired was a perplexing contest that sparked decades of debate over
The boxing world often finds itself under the spotlight, not just for the matches that unfold in the ring but for the characters and personalities surrounding it. One such complex relationship is the one between Oscar De La Hoya and Canelo Alvarez. Following Alvarez’s recent bout against Edgar Berlanga, De La Hoya’s reaction has once
On September 14, 2002, a monumental clash unfolded in the boxing ring that would forever be etched in the annals of sports history: Oscar De La Hoya faced off against his long-standing rival, Fernando Vargas. This bout not only showcased two of boxing’s elite but also symbolized the culmination of bitter rivalries and personal vendettas,
The tension is high between Oscar De La Hoya and the upcoming fight between Canelo Alvarez and Edgar Berlanga. De La Hoya, once the promoter of Canelo, has publicly called the fight a “snoozefest” and predicted that it would not exceed 100k homes in terms of pay-per-view buys. His criticism of the fight has caused
The role of a trainer in a fighter’s corner cannot be understated. Throughout the history of boxing, we have seen numerous examples of how a great trainer can have a significant impact on the outcome of a fight. Fighters like Muhammad Ali and Michael Moorer had trainers who played crucial roles in their victories. Angelo
The recent expulsion of Ryan Garcia by the World Boxing Council (WBC) has stirred up controversy within the boxing community. Promoter Oscar De La Hoya has openly criticized the WBC’s quick decision to expel Ryan without thoroughly investigating the circumstances surrounding his racist tirade on social media. De La Hoya raises valid concerns about whether
Golden Boy promoter Oscar De La Hoya recently took to social media to publicly criticize Canelo Alvarez for his alleged fear of facing David Benavidez. However, De La Hoya’s anger seems misplaced as he fails to recognize the generosity of Canelo towards one of his own fighters, Jaime Munguia. The Dodged Battle with the “Mexican