Larry Merchant, a well-known figure in the world of boxing, recently shared his list of the top 10 greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. As a seasoned writer, commentator, and passionate fight fan, Merchant’s insights are always valuable to the boxing community. At the age of 93, Merchant has witnessed the rise and fall of
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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
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
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
In a thrilling eight-round showdown at Leeds, Cheavon Clarke made a statement by claiming the title of the new British cruiserweight champion. With just his ninth professional fight, the Jamaican-born fighter showcased his skill and power by securing a stoppage victory over London’s Ellis Zorro. The decisive moment came in the eighth round when a
The much-anticipated rematch between bitter rivals Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall kicked off with an intense weigh-in session. Both fighters managed to come in under the 140-pound limit, with Taylor weighing in at 139.6 pounds and Catterall at 139.8 pounds. The fighters appeared ripped and ready, showing no signs of cutting corners during their training
In a recent bout in Detroit, Jermain Franklin showcased his skills with a commanding victory over Devin Vargas. Throughout the fight, Franklin displayed his superiority by landing numerous strong and precise shots on his opponent. Despite Vargas showing resilience and heart, the outcome of the match was largely one-sided in favor of Franklin. After dropping
As the highly anticipated showdown between Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang approaches, boxing fans around the world are gearing up for what promises to be one of the most explosive heavyweight fights of the year. Set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on June 1, this clash is expected to be a real bombs
When it comes to the top pound-for-pound boxers in the world today, there are a select few who stand out from the rest. Oleksandr Usyk is one such boxer who has managed to achieve greatness despite a relatively low number of professional fights under his belt. With just 22 pro outings, Usyk has already made
Following Tyson Fury’s recent defeat at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk, controversy has erupted regarding the count administered to Fury in the ninth round. This is not the first time such controversy has surrounded a Fury fight, with previous instances of accusations of long or slow counts, bad decisions, and cheating allegations. Fury’s ability to
The sport of boxing is currently abuzz with talk about the big men in the heavyweight division, with the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk unification clash capturing everyone’s attention. However, there is also a lot of excitement surrounding the lower weight classes, where fighters like Naoya Inoue and Vasiliy Lomachenko have been dazzling fans
Oleksandr Usyk’s correct weight for the weigh-in ahead of his fight against Tyson Fury was 223 1/2 lbs, not the 233.5 lbs that was initially announced. This discrepancy surprised fans, considering that Usyk had gained 12 lbs from his previous fight against Daniel Dubois in August. The significant jump in weight for Usyk, who looked
In a recent weigh-in before his highly anticipated match against Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury displayed a trimmed-down physique, weighing in at 262 lbs. This striking change in appearance could be seen as a calculated move to project confidence and intimidate his opponent. However, upon closer inspection, Fury’s actions can be interpreted as manifestations of fear
On Saturday, viewers around the world will witness a monumental clash between WBC and Lineal Champion Tyson Fury and WBO/IBF/WBA unified champion Oleksandr Usyk. The historic bout will be streamed live exclusively on DAZN, offering fans the opportunity to secure their virtual seat to this epic showdown. Whether you access the event through DAZN.com or