Boxing News
Jason Knight calls for boxing match against Paulie Malignaggi, 'The Magic Man' responds
Cole Shelton - November 18, 2019
Jason Knight picked up his first win in bare-knuckle boxing and now he is looking to strap on the gloves and fight Paulie Malignaggi. Knight is coming off of a fifth-round TKO win over Artem Lobov at Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship 9 on Saturday. Malignaggi, meanwhile, also had a fight in BKFC where he lost by decision to Lobov. He then made it clear he was done with the sport. Yet, “Hick Diaz” is hoping the two can enter the boxing ring for a bout.
Michael Bisping thinks Tyson Fury could be formidable in UFC
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 18, 2019
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping can see Tyson Fury making a smooth transition to MMA. Fury has expressed interest in sharing the Octagon with top UFC heavyweights in the future. The lineal boxing heavyweight champion is set to meet Deontay Wilder a second time in early 2020. First, Wilder must take care of business in a rematch with Luis Ortiz this Saturday night (Nov. 23).
Tyson Fury confirms plans to train with Conor McGregor: 'What better trainer could I have?'
Cole Shelton - November 15, 2019
Lineal boxing heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has been hinting pursuing MMA, and he is taking it seriously. Earlier this month, Fury and fellow Englishman Darren Till worked out and sparred. Now, Fury plans to take it a step further and go to Dublin, Ireland to train with Conor McGregor.
Chuck Liddell confident he could beat Mike Tyson in a street fight
Tom Taylor - November 13, 2019
If Chuck Liddell ever finds himself trading punches with Mike Tyson in a parking lot or alleyway, he’s confident he would come out on top. While the former UFC light heavyweight champ acknowledges the boxing legend would have a puncher’s chance, he believes a street fight would be his to win.
Logan Paul says he would 'destroy' CM Punk in MMA fight, open to boxing 'f**king p**sy' Dillon Danis
Adam Martin - November 12, 2019
YouTuber Logan Paul says he would “destroy” former WWE superstar CM Punk in an MMA fight and also says he wants to box Bellator star Dillon Danis, who he called a “f*cking p*ssy.” Days after his split decision loss to KSI in his professional boxing debut, TMZ Sports caught up with Paul and asked him what he thinks about fighting CM Punk. Here’s what Paul said about a possible fight against CM Punk.
Tyson Fury's father challenges Dana White to a fight: 'Keep my son's name out of your mouth'
Adam Martin - November 12, 2019
Heavyweight boxing star Tyson Fury’s father John has challenged UFC president Dana White to a fight after negative comments White said about Fury’s MMA future. White recently told TMZ that he wasn’t sure why Fury would want to compete in the UFC because he believes he would get “smashed” by the promotion’s top heavyweights. Fury has responded to White’s comments by starting to train mixed martial arts alongside UFC middleweight star Darren Till. Now fighters like Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou are interested in potentially fighting Fury in the Octagon due to the allure of big money.
Stipe Miocic is more intrigued by Tyson Fury fight than trilogy with Daniel Cormier
Cole Shelton - November 11, 2019
If Stipe Miocic has his wish, his first title defense in his second reign as heavyweight champion will be against boxing champ, Tyson Fury rather than Daniel Cormier. Miocic has been hearing all the talk of Fury entering MMA, and he is working with Darren Till proved that. So, he wants to face a new challenge which Fury is.
Chael Sonnen intrigued by potential Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou bout
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 11, 2019
Chael Sonnen wouldn’t be opposed to seeing Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou. Fury, who is recognized as the lineal boxing heavyweight champion, made some waves when he claimed he was speaking with Conor McGregor on potentially training for his MMA debut. Footage later surfaced of “The Gypsy King” training with UFC middleweight Darren Till. Fury and Ngannou have expressed interest in fighting one another. “The Predator” has said Mike Tyson has agreed to train him for a boxing match with Fury.
Disclosed purses for KSI vs Logan Paul 2 revealed
Natasha Hooper - November 11, 2019
The disclosed payments for YouTubers turned boxing stars, KSI and Logan Paul, have been revealed. On November 9th, KSI and Logan Paul squared off in a boxing rematch at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The British star, KSI beat his American foe by split decision with scores of 55-56, 57-54, 56-55. Their last fight, set in the UK, was declared a majority draw after six rounds.
Darren Till calls Tyson Fury an "animal" after MMA training session
Adam Martin - November 10, 2019
Boxing superstar Tyson Fury is no stranger to crossover fights, having just competed in the WWE. Now Fury is training MMA with UFC superstar Darren Till, who says Fury is an “animal” when it comes to mixed martial arts. Fury has been getting called out by UFC heavyweight star Francis Ngannou as of late and apparently he’s getting ready for that possibly challenge inside the Octagon. Fury has been practising his MMA with Till, as the two Brits trained Fury’s muay Thai attack at a recent training session in England.
Pros react to Logan Paul vs. KSI 2
Adam D Martin - November 10, 2019
YouTubers Logan Paul and KSI met in their highly-anticipated rematch on Saturday night in Los Angeles, and the fight was viewed by many MMA fighters who shared their opinion of the bout on social media. Although it was far from a technical boxing match, it still turned out to be a fun fight between the two YouTube celebrities, with KSI ultimately winning a split decision over Paul.
Logan Paul vs KSI 2 result and Highlights
Adam D Martin - November 10, 2019
YouTube celebrities Logan Paul and KSI took part in their highly-anticipated boxing rematch on DAZN on Saturday night at Staples Center in Los Angeles. The two YouTubers previously met in August 2018 in an amateur boxing match, with the judges scoring the contest a majority draw (57-57, 57-57, 58-57 KSI) after six rounds of action. The fight was a pay-per-view success for YouTube, and DAZN picked up on the big-business rematch. The rematch was booked as a professional boxing match with no headgear, something which intrigued fans of both men.
VIDEO | Coaches of Logan Paul and KSI fight backstage
Cole Shelton - November 8, 2019
The rivalry between YouTube stars Logan Paul and KSI goes beyond them. The two fought in an amateur boxing match last summer where they fought to a draw. Since then, the feud has only gotten worse and on Nov. 9 they will become professionals as they will headline a show at the Staples Center. The card is presented by Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing.
Daniel Cormier working with George Foreman for the trilogy bout with Stipe Miocic
Cole Shelton - November 7, 2019
Daniel Cormier is enlisting former WBU, IBF, IBA, and lineal heavyweight champion, George Foreman for his upcoming fight camp. Cormier took to Instagram to share a picture between him and the boxing legend saying he will work with him before the Stipe Miocic trilogy bout.
Tyson Fury responds to Francis Ngannou's challenge
Tom Taylor - November 7, 2019
Last night, Francis Ngannou announced that boxing legend Mike Tyson had agreed to train him for a potential boxing showdown with Tyson Fury. Spoke with Mike Tyson and he agreed to train me for when I fight @Tyson_Fury in the Ring. Don’t be scared Fury. You called me out and now you'll have to live with it. #WakandaForever #UNCROWNEDKING
Greg Hardy calls for fight with Tyson Fury
Tom Taylor - November 7, 2019
Lineal heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has recently expressed interest in a potential move to MMA, and he’s already getting called out by notable MMA heavyweights. The latest fighter to call him out is former NFL player Greg Hardy. Hardy called Fury out shortly after the boxer was targeted by a top heavyweight in Francis Ngannou.
Jorge Masvidal believes he'd be a 'legitimate' threat to Canelo Alvarez in a boxing match
Cole Shelton - November 4, 2019
After Jorge Masvidal beat Nate Diaz at UFC 244, he had an interesting callout at the post-fight press conference in the form of boxing champion Canelo Alvarez. He said it is a fight he wants. On, Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show, Masvidal backed those claims even more.
Tyson Fury continues to tease MMA move, Dana White responds
Tom Taylor - November 4, 2019
Heavyweight boxing star Tyson Fury recently made headlines by teasing a move to MMA — perhaps even with the aid of UFC star Conor McGregor. Speaking to iFL TV more recently, Fury once again discussed a transition to MMA, confirming that he’s received a training offer from McGregor as well as heavyweight legend Frank Mir, and encouraging UFC President Dana White to call him.