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Archive →Itauma Confirms January Return, Sticking With Trainer Ben Davison After Hrgovic Loss
Heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma is set to make his ring return in January, with promoter Frank Warren confirming that Ben Davison will remain his trainer. The decision comes after a recent team meeting to discuss Itauma's defeat to Filip Hrgovic.
Oct 6, 2026
Fundora Brushes Off Hadribeaj's KO Threats Ahead of Vegas Showdown
Sebastian Fundora has publicly dismissed the knockout predictions made by his unbeaten mandatory challenger, Ermal Hadribeaj, ahead of their October 17 bout in Las Vegas. Fundora stated he sees no significant threat from Hadribeaj's power or boxing skills.
Oct 6, 2026
Schofield Eyes Zepeda After Bahdi Bout, Father Predicts Early Stoppage
Rising prospect Floyd Schofield has set his sights on a potential clash with William Zepeda, but only after he navigates his upcoming fight against Lucas Bahdi. Schofield's father has already made a bold prediction for the hypothetical Zepeda encounter.
Oct 6, 2026
Catterall Pushes for Mandatory Shot Against Teofimo Lopez Amid Garcia Buzz
Jack Catterall is actively pursuing his mandatory title shot against Teofimo Lopez, publicly calling out the champion. This comes as Lopez is reportedly exploring a high-profile bout with Ryan Garcia.
Oct 6, 2026
Groves Casts Doubt on Whittaker's Power After Wallace Bout
Former super-middleweight champion George Groves has raised questions regarding Ben Whittaker's knockout capabilities following his recent fight against Conor Wallace. Groves suggests Whittaker's power may be overstated, especially after Wallace withstood his best shots.
Oct 5, 2026
Dubois Eyes Smoother Wardley Rematch, Legacy Talk Premature
Heavyweight contender Daniel Dubois is anticipating a more decisive victory in his upcoming rematch against Fabio Wardley on October 17. Despite his aspirations for legendary status, the previous encounter saw Dubois dropped twice by Wardley.
Oct 5, 2026
Whittaker Secures Unanimous Decision Over Wallace, Nears Title Shot
Ben Whittaker emerged victorious via unanimous decision against Conor Wallace in Birmingham, navigating a chaotic final round to secure the win. This pivotal victory positions Whittaker on the cusp of a world title opportunity.
Oct 5, 2026
Canelo's Kovalev Victory: The Rehydration Clause That Demands A Footnote
Canelo Alvarez's 2019 knockout win over Sergey Kovalev, which secured him the WBO light heavyweight title, is being re-examined for a crucial detail. The victory, while decisive, was fought under specific rehydration restrictions for Kovalev.
Oct 5, 2026
Shakur Stevenson Calls on Zuffa Boxing to Fund Big Fights
Shakur Stevenson has publicly urged Zuffa Boxing to finance potential fights against Gary Antuanne Russell or Raymond Muratalla, claiming both opponents are demanding $3 million each to step into the ring with him.
Oct 5, 2026
Fury and Joshua Land in London to Promote Netflix Showdown, Undercard Crucial for US Viewership
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have arrived in London to kick off promotional duties for their highly anticipated December 11 clash on Netflix. The bout, long-awaited, is now being framed as needing a robust undercard to capture American audiences.
Sep 30, 2026
Stevenson Pushing for Light Welterweight Unification with Russell
Shakur Stevenson continues to actively pursue a light welterweight unification bout against Gary Antuanne Russell, stating that both camps are engaged in discussions. Despite the ongoing dialogue, no official agreement or fight date has been finalized for the highly anticipated matchup.
Sep 30, 2026
Fury Vows Knockout Against Joshua, Promises Aggressive Approach
Tyson Fury has publicly declared his intention to knock out Anthony Joshua, stating he will abandon his usual defensive tactics to engage in a toe-to-toe battle. The heavyweight champion made his bold prediction at a recent press conference.
Sep 30, 2026
Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli Officially Set for October 31st in Riyadh
Super middleweight king Canelo Alvarez is officially slated to defend his WBC title against Christian Mbilli on October 31st in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The highly anticipated bout will take place at The Venue, as confirmed by Turki Alalshikh.
Sep 30, 2026
Moses Itauma Back in Training, Guido Vianello Emerges as Potential Early 2027 Opponent
Heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma has returned to training, with promoter Frank Warren aiming for an early 2027 fight. Guido Vianello is being considered as a significant test for the young fighter.
Sep 29, 2026
Heather Hardy Files $10M+ Lawsuit Against Most Valuable Promotions
Former women's boxing champion Heather Hardy has initiated a lawsuit exceeding $10 million against Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions. The legal action alleges negligence and violations of the Muhammad Ali Act, stemming from her August 2023 bout against Amanda Serrano.
Sep 28, 2026
Norman Jr. vs. Walker Bout Off the Table as Negotiations Collapse
The highly anticipated welterweight clash between Brian Norman Jr. and Conah Walker will not proceed as planned, with negotiations reportedly stalling. Despite earlier confirmations of talks, no deal was ever finalized for the potential matchup.
Sep 28, 2026
Benn's Welterweight Chapter Closed: Trainer Sims Confirms Divisional Exit After Garcia Stoppage
Conor Benn will no longer compete in the welterweight division, according to his trainer Tony Sims. This decision follows Benn's second-round stoppage loss to Ryan Garcia in a WBC title fight, a defeat Sims says cannot be solely attributed to the difficulty of making the 147-pound limit.
Sep 28, 2026
Lopez Pushes Garcia Unification Bout to May 2027, Citing Promoter Talks
Teofimo Lopez has indicated a potential unification showdown with Ryan Garcia will not happen until May 2027, despite Garcia's desire for a December clash. Both welterweight champions are keen on the fight, but Lopez points to discussions with Garcia's promoter as the reason for the delay.
Sep 28, 2026
Dillian Whyte Eyes Johnny Fisher After Grueling Majority Decision Win
Heavyweight contender Dillian Whyte has wasted no time in calling out Johnny Fisher following Fisher's recent hard-fought majority decision victory over Michael Pirotton. Fisher reportedly looked exhausted after the bout, prompting Whyte's challenge.
Sep 27, 2026
Davies Dominates Collins, Retains European Featherweight Title in Birmingham
Liam Davies successfully defended his EBU European featherweight title against Nathaniel Collins, securing a TKO victory after Collins retired due to a cut at the end of the seventh round. Davies also dropped Collins early in the contest.
Sep 27, 2026
Hagler Dominates Minter, Claims Middleweight Crown in Wembley Thriller
Marvin Hagler stopped Alan Minter in the third round at Wembley Arena on September 27, 1980, to capture the undisputed middleweight championship. Minter's decision to trade punches proved costly against the relentless Hagler.
Sep 27, 2026
Inoue to Defend WBC Bantamweight Title in Rematch Against Nasukawa Today
Takuma Inoue is set to defend his WBC bantamweight championship today in Tokyo, facing Tenshin Nasukawa in a highly anticipated rematch. This bout marks Inoue's second defense against Nasukawa, whom he defeated by decision ten months prior.
Sep 27, 2026
Whyte Calls Out Fisher After Laborious Victory; 'Body Snatcher' Eyes New Challenge
Dillian Whyte has wasted no time in calling out Johnny Fisher, following Fisher's hard-fought majority decision win over Michael Pirotton on Saturday. Whyte's challenge comes as Fisher reportedly looked exhausted and required precautionary hospital checks after the bout.
Sep 27, 2026
Fury Claims Joshua Fight in Jeopardy Days After Announcement
Tyson Fury has publicly stated that his highly anticipated heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua is now in peril, mere days after its official announcement. The 'Gypsy King' pointed to issues involving Eddie Hearn and Dana White as potential roadblocks.
Sep 27, 2026
One Last Delilah as Heaney hangs up the gloves
An emotional night for Stoke and Tom Jones fans Saturday as a unanimous defeat victory rounded off Nathan Heaney’s career in boxing.
Sep 27, 2026
Warren Puzzled by Sheeraz's WBO Title Vacancy After Purse Bid Win
Promoter Frank Warren has expressed confusion following Hamzah Sheeraz's decision to vacate his WBO super middleweight title, just days after Warren's Queensberry Promotions secured the purse bid for Sheeraz's mandatory defense against Janibek Alimkhanuly.
Sep 25, 2026
Pirotton Embraces Underdog Role Ahead of Heavyweight Clash with Fisher
Heavyweight Michael Pirotton acknowledges the low expectations surrounding his upcoming main event bout against Johnny Fisher, but insists his lack of notoriety doesn't diminish his capabilities. Pirotton aims to defy the odds and prove his worth in the ring.
Sep 24, 2026
Fury vs. Joshua: Heavyweight Blockbuster Officially Set for December 11 in Cardiff
The long-awaited heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua has finally been confirmed for December 11 in Cardiff. An official press conference is scheduled for September 30 to formally announce the highly anticipated bout.
Sep 24, 2026
Smith-Bivol Title Bout Hinges on WBO Sanctioning Decision for Russia Venue
Callum Smith has revealed that his highly anticipated light-heavyweight title clash against unified champion Dmitry Bivol is awaiting official confirmation due to a WBO sanctioning decision regarding the fight's potential location in Russia. The Liverpudlian remains confident the bout will proceed.
Sep 24, 2026
Munguia Reportedly Considering Vacating WBA Super Middleweight Title to Avoid Melikuziev Clash
Jaime Munguia's team is reportedly weighing the option of vacating his WBA super middleweight championship rather than facing mandatory challenger Bektemir Melikuziev. This comes after the WBA ordered the highly anticipated mandatory defense.
Sep 24, 2026
Bentley vs. Hernandez: WBO Middleweight Title Defense Heads to Purse Bid After Failed Negotiations
WBO Middleweight Champion Denzel Bentley's first title defense against mandatory challenger Yoenli Hernandez is heading to a purse bid. Negotiations between the camps have collapsed, with the bid scheduled for September 29.
Sep 23, 2026
WBA Mandates Teofimo Lopez to Defend Welterweight Title Against Jack Catterall
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially ordered Teofimo Lopez to make his next welterweight title defense against British contender Jack Catterall. This directive comes despite Lopez's previous interest in a unification bout with Ryan Garcia.
Sep 23, 2026
Johnny Fisher's Zuffa Boxing Future Hinges on Pirotton Clash
Heavyweight Johnny Fisher's single-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing is on the line this weekend as he faces Michael Pirotton at London's Copper Box Arena. A damaging knockout loss could prematurely end his lucrative new partnership with the promotion.
Sep 23, 2026