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
The weigh-in between Emanuel Navarrete and Denys Berinchyk revealed that Navarrete weighed in at 135 lbs, while Berinchyk weighed 134.8 lbs. Navarrete, the favorite in this fight with a record of 38-1-1 and 31 KOs, is aiming to win the vacant WBO lightweight title. Interestingly, Navarrete is moving up in weight from 130 to pursue
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
The recent physical transformation of heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has caught the attention of many in the boxing world. DAZN analyst Chris Mannix described Usyk as looking like an American football linebacker at 223 lbs, a stark contrast to his previous weight of 221 lbs in his last three fights. This added bulk has the
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
Trainer Malik Scott emphasizes the unique speed and angles that Oleksandr Usyk possesses, contributing to his power in the ring. The unpredictability of his punches catches opponents off guard, making them vulnerable to getting hurt. Despite not being known for his knockout power, Usyk’s speed makes his shots difficult to anticipate, thus increasing their effectiveness.
In a world that is often dominated by the latest and greatest news in the boxing world, it is important to take a moment to remember the legends who have shaped the sport. One such legend is Marvelous Marvin Hagler, a former middleweight king who tragically passed away in March of 2021. Despite his untimely
The boxing world is abuzz with anticipation as undefeated heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to face off in the ring this weekend. Both fighters have had impressive careers, but neither is coming into this matchup with a lot of momentum. Fury’s split-decision win over Francis Ngannou in a lackluster performance, and
In the upcoming fight between British heavyweights Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, Fury is expected to use a unique strategy that involves targeting Usyk’s body. Standing at 6’9″, Fury is not likely to risk getting hit by attacking Usyk’s body when they are apart. Instead, he may resort to holding and hitting in order to
Tyson Fury’s recent press conference leading up to his heavyweight championship fight against Usyk raised many eyebrows. During the face-off with Usyk, Fury displayed a lack of confidence by turning away from his opponent and facing the media instead. This move left fans and the media puzzled, sparking speculation about Fury’s mental state and readiness
In a recent interview on The MMA Hour, Turki Alalshikh, a prominent figure in the Saudi Arabian sports scene, discussed various dream fights that he is eager to make happen in the near future. These fights include matchups like Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Alvarez, Naoya Inoue vs. Gervonta Davis, Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua, and
The boxing world is abuzz with news of Junto Nakatini’s upcoming title defense in Japan. The recently crowned WBC bantamweight champion is set to face off against WBC mandatory challenger Vincent Astrolabio of the Philippines on July 20th at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena. This promises to be an exciting event, with additional fights expected to be
Retired former unified heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko is reportedly advising Oleksandr Usyk to target Tyson Fury’s recently healed cut from the start of the fight in round one. Fury sustained a bad cut that supposedly happened during sparring last February. Although the cut has healed, it’s going to be vulnerable to being reopened if IBF/WBA/WBO
Tyson Fury’s journey in boxing has been filled with challenges, both inside and outside of the ring. After his victory over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, Fury faced mental health problems that led him to gain weight and take a hiatus from the sport for 2 1/2 years. However, he managed to turn his life around,