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Manny Pacquiao was shockingly beaten by ex-schoolteacher who earned just $500,000 for life-changing fight

Manny Pacquiao has suffered eight losses in his pro career, but a huge upset might be the most controversial one. Watching Buster Douglas beat Mike Tyson set Pacquiao on a path that would lead to incredible success in the boxing ring.

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Muhammad Ali vs Larry Holmes – 45 years since Ali ran out of miracles

45 years ago, Larry Holmes beat up his hero. A fight which sickened those watching on who loved his hero too. Muhammad Ali reached into his deep reserves of magic and found there were no more miracles to summon.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 30

UFC Legend Slams ‘Ridiculous’ Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Fight

Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis will square off inside the ring on November 14 in an exhibition bout on Netflix. 'The Problem Child' is currently ranked in cruiserweight by the WBA and is coming off a decision win against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 30

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Responds To Claims That He 'Ducked' Jaron Ennis

Former unified world welterweight champion Jaron Ennis (34-0) is set to make the move up a division when he takes on Uisma Lima (14-1) in Philadelphia.

Canelo Alvarez News / Total Apex Sports / September 30

Canelo Alvarez Surgery Sidelines Legendary Boxer Until Mid-2026

The boxing world felt a collective punch to the gut when news broke that Saul “Canelo” Alvarez would be going under the knife for elbow surgery. Just weeks

Poirier wants to face Diaz in boxing: 'I'd do it'

Dustin Poirier, who retired from the UFC in July, posted on social media early Tuesday in an appeal to Zuffa Boxing that he would fight Nate Diaz in boxing.

Mike Tyson News / Sporting News / September 30

Ciara rocks vintage Mike Tyson boxing shirt while flexing mom skills

Ciara shows off boxing skills in vintage Mike Tyson T-shirt after long day with kids

Terence Crawford News / MMA Weekly / September 30

Terence Crawford held at gunpoint following hometown victory parade

Terence Crawford had a sour ending to his hometown victory parade in Nebraska. Omaha police intercepted Crawford moments after the celebrations, ordered him to step out of his vehicle, and held him at gunpoint.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 30

Teddy Atlas Weighs In On Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Size Difference

A year on from his meeting with Mike Tyson, Jake Paul will have another unorthodox matchup when he takes on Gervonta 'Tank' Davis. The pair will fight live on Netflix on November 14th with the weight limit of the bout currently set at 195 pounds, despite 'Tank' being the WBA lightweight champion.

Moses Itauma News / KO on SI / September 30

Moses Itauma's Next Opponent Reportedly Between Two Knockout Artists

Queensberry Promotions has reportedly narrowed down its search for Moses Itauma's final opponent of 2025. Frank Warren has already confirmed that Itauma will compete on a Dec.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 30

Manny Pacquiao’s life was ‘changed forever’ after Mike Tyson suffered shock loss in 1990

Manny Pacquiao decided he wanted to pursue a career in boxing after Mike Tyson suffered one of the biggest shock losses in the sport’s history. The legendary boxer from the Philippines has lived one of the most unique lives, from living in the jungles in his home country, to becoming one of the greatest boxers ever.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 30

Turki Alalshikh plans stacked 2026 Riyadh Season card with Benavidez and Haney

Mike Coppinger revealed on “Inside The Ring” that Turki Alalshikh boxing plans are already focused on February 2026, with a stacked card in the works. Alalshikh’s boxing plans could see David Benavidez and Devin Haney co-headline, provided both win their bouts on the Ring IV card on November 22.

Tyson Fury News / EssentiallySports / September 30

Tyson Fury Gives Touching 1 Line Response to Family After Daughter Gets Engaged to Boxer Noah Price

From one fairytale beginning to another, the Fury family is celebrating a new chapter of love. Two decades ago, Tyson and Paris Fury first crossed paths at a mutual friend’s wedding.

Roy Jones Jr. News / Bloody Elbow / September 30

Roy Jones Jr delivered the ‘Punching Postman’ a final knockout to send him into retirement in 1995

Roy Jones Jr claimed his 30th scalp when he retired a postman-turned-boxer with one of his biggest wins in 1995. The legendary champion was in his prime in 1995, racking up 29 straight wins to hold the IBF Super Middleweight title.

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Boxing News / EssentiallySports / September 29

Gervonta Davis’ Real Reason for Announcing Retirement Resurfaces Ahead of Jake Paul Clash: 'I Have Two Daughters'

“Boxing definitely did a turn,” Gervonta Davis wrote on X in the middle of a rant recently. “It went from this side to that side, and this s— has no loyalty.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 30

Jaron Ennis Vs. Uisma Lima – How Does It Play Out?

Jaron Ennis boxes Uisma Lima in a WBA title eliminator on October 11, as we look at how the pair could approach this fight. This bout is pivotal for Ennis, who recently vacated his welterweight titles and moved up to the junior middleweight (154-pound) division.

Canelo Alvarez News / Dice City Sports / September 29

Canelo Alvarez’s Return Delayed Indefinitely After Elbow Surgery Decision

LAS VEGAS — Canelo Alvarez’s comeback plans have been put on hold. The Mexican superstar will undergo elbow surgery following his recent loss to Terence Crawford, delaying his return to the ring indefinitely, according to The Ring’s Mike Coppinger on Inside The Ring.