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Let's get one thing straight before the American hype machine drowns us all out again: on September 12, at T-Mobile Arena, Conor Benn is going to knock Ryan Garcia clean out of his WBC welterweight title. … [Read more...] about Forget the Hype: Conor Benn Ends Ryan Garcia’s Reign Inside the Distance

For months, Keyshawn Davis played the role of boxing's straight shooter. While other young stars tiptoed around each other, ducking mandatory fights and hiding behind vague excuses, Davis positioned himself as the guy who wanted smoke. He called out Devin Haney directly. He needled other fighters on social media for avoiding tough matchups. He built a persona around one simple … [Read more...] about Keyshawn Davis Ducking Devin Haney Just Proved He’s Everything He Said He Wasn’t

For nearly a decade, British boxing fans have been promised the fight that would finally settle it: Fury vs. Joshua, winner-take-all bragging rights over the entire UK heavyweight scene. Now, with both men having ticked off their final tune-ups this past weekend, the fight is reportedly locked in for later this year. My prediction is simple, and I'll say it plainly: Fury wins … [Read more...] about Why Tyson Fury Knocks Out Anthony Joshua

Zuffa Boxing has landed its biggest name yet. The promotion, backed by UFC CEO Dana White, confirmed this week that four-division world champion Shakur Stevenson has signed a multi-year, multi-fight deal — and the ripple effects could reshape boxing's promotional landscape. … [Read more...] about Shakur Stevenson’s Signing With Zuffa Boxing Is a Huge Moment for the Sport

By Tom Ducatte Donald Trump and Muhammad Ali seem to belong to two disparate worlds: one a heavyweight champion and cultural icon, the other a businessman-turned-politician who rose to the presidency. Yet the parallels between the two men are worthy of attention. Both demonstrated a commitment to genuineness, a craving for validation, and a willingness to confront powerful … [Read more...] about Still the Same: Muhammad Ali vs. Donald Trump — 14 Rounds of Reality, 1 Round of Imagination

The most anticipated rematch in boxing history is officially off the table — at least for 2026 — and the chaos surrounding Floyd Mayweather Jr. has once again proven that "Money" is his own worst enemy. … [Read more...] about Mayweather vs. Pacquiao II Is Canceled — And Floyd Only Has Himself to Blame

Brooklyn is ready. Barclays Center is set. And on Saturday night, June 27, two of boxing's brightest undefeated stars collide in what is unquestionably the best fight of 2026 so far. Xander Zayas puts his WBO and WBA Super Welterweight titles on the line against the hard-hitting Jaron "Boots" Ennis, and the boxing world is treating it like a coronation for the Philadelphia … [Read more...] about Boots Ennis Who? Why Xander Zayas Leaves Brooklyn Still Champion

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena, Fabio Wardley defends his WBO heavyweight title against Daniel Dubois in one of the most explosive all-British clashes in recent memory. Both men stand 6'5" with 78-inch reaches, boast terrifying knockout power (Wardley 19 KOs in 21 fights; Dubois 21 in 25), and have records that scream early finish: just three of … [Read more...] about Fabio Wardley Should Have Enough to Beat Daniel Dubois in a British Heavyweight Clash

Big-punching British heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma stopped durable Jermaine Franklin on Saturday night in Manchester, becoming the first man to halt the American. In a breakout performance, Itauma dropped Franklin in the third round with a looping right hook. From there, he paced himself before landing an inside left uppercut that sent Franklin face-first to the canvas in … [Read more...] about Moses Itauma’s Rise: Who’s Next for Britain’s Heavyweight Powerhouse?

The boxing Twitterverse (or X-verse, if we’re being current) is on fire, and Ryan “King” Garcia is the one holding the match. Fresh off stirring the pot with Shakur Stevenson, the flashy lightweight contender didn’t hold back this month, slapping the undefeated star with a new nickname that’s already going viral: “Shakur Shaking Ass Stevenson." … [Read more...] about Ryan Garcia Really Believes He Can Beat Shakur Stevenson: Make the Fight Happen!

I was absolutely shocked when the news broke that Floyd Mayweather Jr. had agreed to give Manny Pacquiao a rematch after more than a decade. Their first encounter on May 2, 2015, remains one of the most hyped and polarizing fights in modern boxing history. For years leading up to that bout, Mayweather endured relentless attacks from the boxing world—especially from die-hard … [Read more...] about Mayweather vs Pacquiao II: Why Father Time Might Hand the Haters Their Revenge

In the unforgiving mathematics of boxing, Father Time remains undefeated. On March 15, 2026, in Yokohama, that truth hit Nonito Donaire like a southpaw straight left. The 43-year-old legend, still chasing history at bantamweight, was stopped in the eighth round by 28-year-old Riku Masuda in a WBA title eliminator. The corner threw in the towel as Donaire bled and absorbed … [Read more...] about The Filipino Flash Fades: Why Nonito Donaire Must Retire Now For His Own Good

Oleksandr Usyk, the undisputed heavyweight king, is set to defend his WBC title and put his undefeated record on the line against kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven on May 23, 2026, at the iconic Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. This crossover clash, dubbed "Glory in Giza," pits Usyk's masterful boxing technique against Verhoeven's raw power and striking expertise, promising a … [Read more...] about Kickboxer Rico Verhoeven Could Upset The Heavyweight Boxing Champ Oleksandr Usyk

The legendary undefeated champion Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr., widely regarded as TBE (The Best Ever), is coming out of retirement once again. He will face longtime rival Manny “Pac-Man” Pacquiao in a long awaited rematch on September 19, 2026, at the futuristic Sphere in Las Vegas. The event will stream live globally on Netflix, marking the first professional boxing match … [Read more...] about Manny Pacquiao Better Not Whine When TBE Floyd Mayweather Beats Him Again

In a shocking move, British welterweight star Conor Benn has parted ways with long-time promoter Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing to ink a deal with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing. Announced on February 20, 2026, this isn't just a contractual shift—it's a calculated leap that positions Benn for unprecedented opportunities. While Hearn has publicly expressed his devastation, calling … [Read more...] about Conor Benn’s Jump from Matchroom to Zuffa Boxing: It’s Business, Not Personal