Boxing News
Oleksandr Usyk’s coach won’t rule out MMA “wildcard option” after he retires Tyson Fury in rematch
Harry Kettle - July 16, 2024
Oleksandr Usyk’s coach has refused to rule out a mixed martial arts “wildcard” option if he defeats Tyson Fury again. Earlier this year, Oleksandr Usyk was able to overcome Tyson Fury in their undisputed heavyweight boxing showdown. It was an incredible contest full of many twists and turns, but in the end, it was Usyk who managed to get his hand raised in victory.
Teofimo Lopez ponders welterweight move, could he fight Brian Norman Jr. next?
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 14, 2024
Teofimo Lopez might be changing weight classes soon. Lopez is the current WBO and The Ring junior welterweight champion. He is fresh off a successful title defense over Steve Claggett in late June. While “The Takeover” could seek title unification at 140 pounds, it appears he may be more intrigued by the possibility of moving up to the welterweight division.
Mike Perry doubts Jake Paul ever fights him under bare-knuckle rules: "I’m going to beat him with 10-ounce gloves on"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 14, 2024
Mike Perry doesn’t believe Jake Paul would ever agree to fight him under bare-knuckle boxing rules. Perry and Paul are set to throw down in a traditional boxing match on July 20th. Perry received the opportunity after Paul’s fight with boxing legend Mike Tyson had to be pushed back after “Iron” Mike suffered an ulcer flareup during a flight.
Video | Jake Paul prank calls Mike Perry ahead of their upcoming boxing match
Harry Kettle - July 14, 2024
Jake Paul has prank called Mike Perry as the countdown to their boxing showdown on July 20 continues. Initially, Jake Paul was set to take on Mike Tyson this month. Unfortunately, that contest was postponed, meaning there was a spot available to take on ‘The Problem Child’. Now, he’ll go head to head with Mike Perry, a man who has made a real name for himself since leaving the UFC. Most notably, he’s been able to become the biggest star in bare-knuckle boxing by some distance.
Former UFC champions Quinton Jackson and Rashad Evans targeting November rematch in boxing: “I need to get that win back”
Harry Kettle - July 10, 2024
Former UFC champions Quinton Jackson and Rashad Evans are aiming for a boxing showdown against one another later this year. As we know, Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson and Rashad Evans are two MMA legends in their own right. They’ve held world titles, they’ve competed against some of the very best, and they are superstars in the eyes of many. They’ve also collided in the Octagon before, meeting back at UFC 114 in May 2010. The fight, which came off the back of a season of The Ultimate Fighter, ended in a decision victory for Evans.
Joe Rogan believes “the fix was in” with the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou boxing match
Harry Kettle - July 10, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has given a controversial view on the Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou boxing match. Last October, Francis Ngannou went to war with Tyson Fury in a crossover boxing showdown. Against all odds, Francis put forward a tremendous performance – even dropping ‘The Gypsy King’. Alas, in the eyes of the judges, he didn’t quite do enough to get his hand raised in victory.
VIDEO | Ryan Garcia accused of breaking into and destroying his ex's home: "Ima' find you!"
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
Controversial boxing star Ryan Garcia is in more hot water after video clips surfaced online of an alleged break-in at his ex-partner’s home. Garcia’s ex, Andrea Célina, parted ways from the boxing star after a series of disturbing incidents. In recent days, Garcia went on a racist social media rant targeting black people and Muslims and was expelled from the WBC as a result.
Nate Diaz jabs Jorge Masvidal after 'Gamebred' cries foul over boxing match scorecards
Curtis Calhoun - July 9, 2024
There remains no love between former UFC stars Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal after their battle in the boxing ring last weekend. Diaz defeated Masvidal by majority decision on Saturday in Anaheim. He picked up his first professional boxing win after a loss to Jake Paul in August.
Jorge Masvidal outweighed Nate Diaz by nearly fifteen pounds the night of their boxing match
Harry Kettle - July 9, 2024
Jorge Masvidal reportedly outweighed rival Nate Diaz by almost fifteen pounds in their boxing showdown last weekend. As we know, Nate Diaz was able to get the better of Jorge Masvidal via decision in their boxing match last weekend. However, what many people may not realize is that in California, where the fight happened, fighters have their weights checked on the day of the bout in addition to the actual weigh-ins.
Darren Till opens up on viral post-fight brawl after Social Knockout 3 boxing match: "He's a coward!"
Curtis Calhoun - July 8, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Darren Till has opened up on the wild brawl with his opponent after their bout at Social Knockout 3. Till defeated MMA fighter Mohammad Mutie at Social Knockout 3 by TKO in his boxing debut on Saturday in Dubai. He made his highly-anticipated return to fighting after a multiple-year hiatus from competition.
Darren Till calls for boxing match with 'fluffy hands' Nate Diaz: "I would love to get that fight"
Josh Evanoff - July 8, 2024
Former UFC title challenger Darren Till wants a boxing match with Nate Diaz. Both men competed on Saturday, in vastly different boxing events. Earlier in the day, Darren Till faced Mohammad Mutie on the undercard of Social Knockout 3, scoring a second-round stoppage victory. The bout was the British contender’s first since leaving the UFC in early 2023, and the fight didn’t go the way he exactly wanted.
REPORT | Canelo Alvarez vs. Chris Eubank Jr. is being targeted for September
Josh Evanoff - July 8, 2024
It appears that boxing star Canelo Alvarez could be facing off against Chris Eubank Jr. later this year. The Mexican superstar is fresh off his return to the ring in May in Las Vegas. Despite a lot of talk about a long-awaited clash with David Benavidez, Canelo Alvarez instead met the young Jaime Mungia. Despite some early success from the 27-year-old, the boxing star largely dominated en route to a unanimous decision victory.
UFC champion Alex Pereira responds after Anthony Joshua suggests he makes a move to boxing
Harry Kettle - July 8, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champon Alex Pereira has responded to Anthony Joshua suggesting he tests the waters in boxing. As we know, Alex Pereira is on top of the mixed martial arts world right now. At UFC 303, he knocked Jiri Prochazka out to successfully retain his UFC light heavyweight title. Ever since then, fans have been discussing what his legacy in the sport is going to look like. After all, in less than three years since his debut, he’s been able to capture two world titles to run alongside victories over numerous former champions.
Chris Avila has stern message for his haters following win over Anthony Pettis: "I'm a real boxer"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Chris Avila believes he proved the doubters wrong following his boxing win over Anthony Pettis. Avila and Pettis mixed it up on the undercard of Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. Avila had the edge over Pettis in pro boxing experience and it showed on fight night. The two went the distance and it was Avila who had his hand raised via unanimous decision.
Jorge Masvidal thinks judges were influenced by pro-Nate Diaz crowd: "Make it a neutral place and let’s f*cking throw down"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Jorge Masvidal believes a hometown advantage for Nate Diaz swayed the judges in their boxing affair. Masvidal and Diaz shared the ring inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California this past Saturday. This was a rematch from their 2019 UFC showdown, which saw “Gamebred” emerge victorious due to doctor’s stoppage.
Jake Paul reacts to Nate Diaz callout after Jorge Masvidal boxing match: "SMH"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 7, 2024
Nate Diaz wants a second crack at Jake Paul, and “The Problem Child” has responded. Diaz was back in the boxing ring for the first time since his unanimous decision loss to Paul back in August 2023. Diaz mixed it up with Jorge Masvidal inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California this past Saturday. Diaz had the crowd fully behind him and scored the majority decision win over “Gamebred.” This evens the score between the Stockton native and Masvidal, as the two fought under the UFC banner back in 2019 with “Gamebred” earning victory there.
Ryan Garcia expelled by the WBC boxing following racist rant: “I’m the KKK”
Harry Kettle - July 5, 2024
Controversial boxing star Ryan Garcia has been expelled by the WBC in the wake of a recent racist rant. As we know, Ryan Garcia has been at the heart of many controversial moments over the course of the last few months. While he did manage to defeat Devin Haney in their blockbuster showdown, the bout has now been overturned after Garcia tested positive for a banned substance.
VIDEO | Streamer trolls Nate Diaz at fight week press conference, gets jumped by Diaz's team
Curtis Calhoun - July 3, 2024
A prominent streamer’s attempt to troll former UFC superstar Nate Diaz ahead of his boxing match with Jorge Masvidal backfired. Diaz and Masvidal will clash in a rematch of their UFC 244 BMF showdown this Saturday, this time inside the boxing ring. The card also features Anthony Pettis vs. Chris Avila and the return of boxing legend Danny Jacobs.