Boxing News

Susan Cox - April 19, 2023

Daniel Cormier is explaining why he’s giving Nate Diaz a chance in his upcoming boxing match with Jake Paul. It was recently announced that Jake Paul (6-1) will take on former UFC star Nate Diaz (0-0) in an eight-round boxing match on Saturday, August 5th at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Josh Evanoff - April 18, 2023

Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort wants to return to the boxing ring soon. ‘The Phenom’ has been out of the ring since his clash with Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza at Gamebred Boxing 4 earlier this month. The bout was a rematch of sorts, as the two had previously fought in MMA under the UFC banner. In May 2016, Souza defeated the former champion by first-round stoppage.

Harry Kettle - April 17, 2023

Former super middleweight boxing champion Rocky Fielding has responded to a recent call-out from fellow Liverpudlian Darren Till. Ever since leaving the UFC, Darren Till has made it clear that he’d be interested in a venture into boxing. While he’ll likely come back to mixed martial arts eventually, it certainly seems as if there are some big paydays out there for him.

Chris Taylor - April 15, 2023

UFC President Dana White has shared his thoughts on the newly announced Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul boxing match. Earlier this week it was announced that Diaz and Paul will square off on August 5 in an eight-round boxing match set for 185lbs.

Cole Shelton - April 14, 2023

Jake Paul hopes to secure a rematch with Tommy Fury after he beats Nate Diaz. Back in February, Paul and Fury finally settled their differences in a highly-anticipated fight which the Brit won by split decision. After the loss, Paul talked about doing an immediate rematch with Fury but that is no longer the plan.

Cole Shelton - April 13, 2023

Jake Paul has opened as the betting favorite for his boxing match against Nate Diaz in August. On Wednesday, it was revealed Paul will return to the ring on August 5 in Dallas, Texas against Diaz. It’s a fight both men have talked about for quite some time and now it will finally come to fruition.

Susan Cox - April 13, 2023

Daniel Cormier is warning Nate Diaz that he’s in for a ‘very tough fight’ against Jake Paul. The announcement came yesterday, April 12th, that a boxing match between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz had been booked for August 5th, 2023, to take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Harry Kettle - April 13, 2023

A whole host of fighters have reacted to the news that Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will collide in a boxing match this summer. On Wednesday, it was announced that Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will fight one another in an eight-round boxing contest. The showdown will take place in Dallas, Texas and will be fought at 185 pounds. The bout will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV as Paul returns to the ring for the first time since his loss to Tommy Fury.

Cole Shelton - April 12, 2023

Nate Diaz has opened up on his decision to box Jake Paul. On Wednesday it was revealed Diaz is set to headline a DAZN boxing pay-per-view against Paul. It’s a fight that both men have talked about for years and it will be a highly-anticipated bout. The bout also serves as Diaz’s first fight since his UFC exit but he revealed he plans on returning to the UFC to get his belts after he beats up Paul.

Susan Cox - April 6, 2023

The Gamebred Boxing 4 fighter salaries have been revealed. It was just last Saturday, April 1st, that Gamebred Boxing took place at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Susan Cox - April 4, 2023

Jake Paul is sharing his thoughts on the UFC – WWE merger. It was confirmed yesterday, Monday, April 3rd that the UFC’s parent company, Endeavor, has purchased a majority share of the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

Josh Evanoff - April 3, 2023

Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort seemingly wants to continue boxing. ‘The Phenom’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend at Gamebred Boxing 4. In the co-main event, the Brazilian faced Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza. The bout was a rematch of sorts, as the latter defeated Belfort by first-round TKO back at UFC 198 in May 2016.

Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023

Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event was headlined by a heavyweight fight between Roy Jones Jr. and Anthony Pettis. Jones Jr. (66-10) was competing for the first time since fighting Mike Tyson to a draw in an exhibition bout in 2020. The 54-year-old had last competed as a professional in 2018, where he extended his win streak to 4 in a row with a decision victory over Scott Sigmon.

Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023

Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event is headlined by a heavyweight fight between Roy Jones Jr. and Anthony Pettis. Jones Jr. (66-9) will be competing for the first time since fighting Mike Tyson to a draw in an exhibition bout in 2020. The 54-year-old last competed as a professional in 2018, where he extended his win streak to 4 in a row with a decision victory over Scott Sigmon.

Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023

Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event was co-headlined by a heavyweight fight between Vitor Belfort and Jacare Souza. Belfort (26-14 MMA, 1-0 Boxing) was returning to action for the first time since defeating boxing legend Evander Holyfield via first-round TKO in an exhibition bout in 2021. ‘The Phenom’ was looking to avenge his previous loss to ‘Jacare’ which occurred via TKO at UFC 198 in May of 2016.

Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023

Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event is co-headlined by a heavyweight fight between Vitor Belfort and Jacare Souza. Belfort (26-14 MMA, 1-0 Boxing) will be returning to action for the first time since defeating boxing legend Evander Holyfield via first-round TKO in an exhibition bout in 2021. ‘The Phenom’ will be looking to avenge his previous loss to ‘Jacare’ which occurred via TKO at UFC 198 in May of 2016.

Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023

Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event in Milwaukee features a rematch between Jose Aldo and Jeremy Stephens. Aldo (31-8 MMA) and Stephens (29-21 MMA) had previously met inside of the Octagon at UFC on FOX 30 in July of 2018, with the Brazilian emerging victorious by way of first-round TKO.

Zain Bando - April 1, 2023

Gamebred FC lands in the Midwest. The fourth installment of its boxing series will see the return of long-time heavyweight boxing icon Roy Jones Jr., as he’ll headline against former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis Saturday night. Pettis, who is making his boxing debut, will fight in his hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., at the Fiserv Forum. Pettis’ last combat sports outing came in the PFL, where he dropped back-to-back fights against Stevie Ray in June and Aug. 2022, respectively. He has a 25-14 record in MMA and was champion in the early-to-mid 2010s.