Boxing News
Jake Paul fires back at Ryan Garcia for post-fight rant: "I'm a better boxer than you"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - March 3, 2024
Jake Paul is aware of Ryan Garcia’s recent rant aimed at him, and he’s responded. Paul was in action last night in Puerto Rico against Ryan Bourland, scoring a first-round TKO finish to improve his pro boxing record to 9=1. After the fight, Paul slammed Nate Diaz and accused him of “ducking” an MMA fight. He also called out undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez.
Pros react after Jake Paul TKO's Ryan Bourland in Puerto Rico
Chris Taylor - March 2, 2024
Tonight’s ‘Serrano vs. Meinke’ DAZN Boxing event was co-headlined by a cruiserweight bout between Jake Paul and Ryan Bourland. The event, which aired exclusively on DAZN, took place live from Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot in Suan Juan, Puerto Rico.
Jake Paul KO's Ryan Bourland in Round 1 (Video)
Chris Taylor - March 2, 2024
Jake Paul returns to the squared circle this evening for an eight-round cruiserweight boxing match with fellow American Ryan Bourland. The event, which airs exclusively on DAZN, is headlined by a bout between Amanda Serrano and Nina Meinke for the unified featherweight world championship.
Ryan Garcia downplays questions of mental state ahead of return: "I don't do cocaine"
Josh Evanoff - March 1, 2024
Ryan Garcia felt the need to clarify a few things ahead of his boxing return. ‘KingRy’ recently signed a deal to face WBC super lightweight champion Devin Haney on April 20th in New York. For Ryan Garcia, the fight will be the first since a knockout win over Oscar Duarte in December. It will also be his first major test, since losing to Gervonta Davis last April.
Jake Paul explains why he opted for co-main event spot in boxing return: "I'm just here supporting"
Josh Evanoff - February 28, 2024
Ahead of his return to the boxing ring, Jake Paul is just happy to be gaining experience. ‘The Problem Child’ is at a very strange point in his combat sports career. Jake Paul burst onto the scene in 2020, scoring a knockout win over AnEsonGib in his professional debut. Following that victory in the boxing ring, the YouTuber began to target fights with several former UFC stars.
Eddie Hearn says Dana White and the UFC should do whatever it takes to bring back Conor McGregor: “I’m bringing McGregor back, whatever it costs”
Harry Kettle - February 28, 2024
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has advised Dana White to do everything in his power to bring back Conor McGregor. The rise of Conor McGregor has become legend at this point. We all know his rags to riches story, and we all know that he’s the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts. What we don’t know, though, is if and when he’s going to return to the Octagon.
Sean O'Malley laughs off 'stupid' Ryan Garcia for challenging him to UFC fight: "I don't need to take him down"
Josh Evanoff - February 27, 2024
UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley believes Ryan Garcia is crazy for wanting to fight him in MMA. ‘Sugar’ and ‘KingRy’ have been linked to each other over the last few months. Last year, Sean O’Malley revealed that he had already spoken to the UFC brass about a potential move to the boxing ring. According to the champion, the only fight that they would accept is a future clash with Ryan Garcia, due to the boxer’s starpower.
Jake Paul responds to chatter from Tyreek, Neeraj and Tommy Fury
Susan Cox - February 26, 2024
Jake Paul is responding to ‘chatter’ from Tyreek, Neeraj and Tommy Fury. Paul is currently preparing for his next fight which takes place this coming Saturday, March 2nd, in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones weighs in on upcoming boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has given his take on the upcoming boxing showdown between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou. Joshua and Ngannou will be sharing the boxing ring on March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The winner would be in prime position to challenge either Tyson Fury or Oleksandr Usyk for heavyweight gold.
Ryan Garcia calls out Sean O’Malley for a UFC fight: “Alright rainbow head”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 25, 2024
Ryan Garcia and UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley have had a verbal exchange over a recent callout from “KingRy.” Garcia is set to collide with WBC junior welterweight titleholder Devin Haney on April 20. That hasn’t stopped him from looking at other potentially lucrative fights down the road. His most recent callout was a surprising one, setting his sights on the “Sugar” show.
Tommy Fury offered a two-fight deal against Jake Paul, which includes a third fight in the PFL
Cole Shelton - February 23, 2024
Tommy Fury and Jake Paul could be fighting again, but this time in MMA. Fury and Paul boxed last February with the Brit winning by split decision. Since then, Paul has been adamant he wants the rematch, and his team has reportedly offered Fury a two-fight rematch, but it has a unique clause.
Jake Paul tells UFC fighters to “wake up” after Donald Cerrone reveals his fight purse from Conor McGregor bout
Susan Cox - February 23, 2024
Jake Paul is telling UFC fighters to ‘wake up’ after Donald Cerrone revealed his fight purse from Conor McGregor bout. ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone (36-17 MMA) retired from the UFC in July of 2022 after going down to defeat against Jim Miller (37-17 MMA) at UFC 276. Prior to that loss, the veteran fighter had been on a turbulent losing streak for the past three years, going down to defeat against the likes of Tony Ferguson, Justin Gaethje, Conor McGregor, Anthony Pettis and Alex Morono.
Floyd Mayweather slams Manny Pacquiao for prematurely announcing rematch: "Time and a place"
Josh Evanoff - February 20, 2024
It appears that boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is unhappy with Manny Pacquiao’s announcement in December. At RIZIN 45 late last year, Manny Pacquiao was in attendance. Midway through the show, the previously retired boxer headed into the ring alongside promoter Nobuyuki Sakakibara. There, the former eight-division champion confirmed plans to fight in 2024 and even announced plans to rematch Floyd Mayweather.
Fedor Emelianenko calls to fight Francis Ngannou after failed talks with Mike Tyson: "I'd like to box him"
Josh Evanoff - February 19, 2024
Former Bellator heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko wants a boxing match with Francis Ngannou. ‘The Last Emperor’ is in a bit of a weird spot. Last year, the Russian retired from MMA following a first-round knockout loss to Bellator heavyweight champion, Ryan Bader. For Fedor Emelianenko, the defeat was his second to ‘Darth Bader’, and he retired post-fight.
Soccer legend Wayne Rooney in talks to fight in KSI's Misfits Boxing: "Never say never"
Josh Evanoff - February 15, 2024
Soccer legend Wayne Rooney is reportedly interested in stepping into the Misfits Boxing ring. The former soccer player is one of the most recognizable UK athletes in the last few decades. Having retired as a player, Wayne Rooney later moved on to managerial roles. A former coach of Derby County and D.C. United, he accepted a job with Birmingham City last year.
VIDEO | 57-year-old Mike Tyson demolishes the pads in stunning training session
Josh Evanoff - February 14, 2024
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is still utterly terrifying well into his late 50s. ‘Iron Mike’ hasn’t been seen in the ring since an exhibition boxing match with Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020. That fight was Mike Tyson’s first in over 15 years, and he looked great. While the two men fought to a draw that night on pay-per-view, the former heavyweight champion looked like he hadn’t missed a step.
REPORT | Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermall Charlo expected for May 4th in Las Vegas
Josh Evanoff - February 13, 2024
It appears that Canelo Alvarez and Jermall Charlo will meet in the boxing ring later this year. The Mexican superstar has been out of the ring since a unanimous decision victory over Jermell Charlo last September. The victory was Canelo Alvarez’s third in a row, previously defeating John Ryder and Gennadiy Golovkin. Months on from the super middleweight champion’s latest win, he will reportedly fight his last opponent’s brother, Jermall Charlo.
Sean Strickland reveals UFC vetoed Jake Paul boxing match: "You let Conor McGregor fight Mayweather"
Josh Evanoff - February 12, 2024
If UFC middleweight Sean Strickland fights Jake Paul, it won’t be in a ring or a cage. Late last week, ‘Tarzan’ was seen sparring with popular Rumble streamer, Sneako. The influencer has been training in boxing for a while and faced Sean Strickland at the UFC Apex. Predictably, the former middleweight champion battered him, bloodying up Sneako and continuing to throw punches after the towel was thrown in.