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Roy Jones Jr gives his honest take on comparisons between Shakur Stevenson and Floyd Mayweather

On Saturday, January 31, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Shakur Stevenson produced a dominant performance in defeating Teofimo Lopez by unanimous decision.

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Turki Alalshikh sends invitation to Brandon Figueroa after sensational Nick Ball win

On February 7, at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, Nick Ball vs Brandon Figueroa headlined a Queensberry Promotions card, live on DAZN. Ball was defending his WBA featherweight title and was the red-hot favourite to successfully defend it.

Jake Paul News / HITC / February 8

Jake Paul’s ruthless response to Team USA skier who doesn’t want to represent his country is going viral

Jake Paul has once again inserted himself into a national debate, and this time his response has gone viral for its sheer bluntness. The YouTuber-turned-boxer reacted forcefully after comments from a Team USA skier about representing the United States resurfaced online.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 7

Former Showtime Sports President Breaks Silence on Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s $340 Million Lawsuit

In a surprising move that sent a ripple through the boxing world, Floyd Mayweather Jr. has filed a lawsuit against his former partners at Showtime Sports, seeking a staggering $340 million.

Oleksandr Usyk News / KO on SI / February 7

Oleksandr Usyk Announces Relaunch of His Promotion With “Big Tournament”

Oleksandr Usyk is putting his promoter hat back on for the first time in four years. The 39-year-old initially launched his own promotion, Usyk 17 Promotions, in 2020, but was forced to shut it down in 2022.

Nick Ball News / BoxingNews.com / February 7

Brandon Figueroa Stuns Nick Ball With A Stoppage Win

Brandon Figueroa stopped Nick Ball in the 12th round to secure the latter’s WBA featherweight title, as you can see how the fight played out live. Since his title win over Raymond Ford in Riyadh in 2024, Ball had been on an impressive run.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 7

Canelo Alvarez opens up on Terence Crawford rematch frustrations

On September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium, Terence Crawford (42-0, 31 KOs) defeated Canelo Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs) by unanimous decision. That historic victory saw Crawford become a three-division undisputed champion and four-division lineal champion.

Boxing News / HITC / February 7

When Jake Paul plans to return after Anthony Joshua KO and who he’s targeting

Jake Paul is set to return to the ring in 2026, with his team confirming he’ll continue his boxing career. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has a record of 12-2, and some fans thought he might step away from the sport after his latest defeat.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 7

Sources: Wardley, Dubois in talks for title bout

Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois are in talks for an all-British heavyweight title fight; sources have told ESPN.

Canelo Alvarez News / Dice City Sports / February 7

Canelo Alvarez: 'After the fight, I say we need to run it back.'

Canelo Alvarez isn’t ready to close the book on Terence Crawford just yet. Nearly five months after Terence Crawford outboxed Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision to claim the undisputed super middleweight championship on Sept.

Manny Pacquiao News / Dice City Sports / February 7

Manny Pacquiao New Role Puts Potential Mega Fight In Jeopardy

Manny Pacquiao is heading back to the ring this time through a new and unconventional avenue. Former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao is set to return to boxing as part of the Team Boxing League, according to a media statement released by the league.

Terri Harper News / Big Fight Weekend / February 7

Caroline Dubois vs Terri Harper & Ellie Scotney vs Mayelli Flores press conference quotes

On April 5, live on Sky Sports from the Olympia in Kensington, London, Caroline Dubois vs Terri Harper & Ellie Scotney vs Mayelli Flores will headline a Most Valuable Promotions card.

Mike Tyson News / HITC / February 7

Mike Tyson announces ‘most important’ fight of his life, it’s not even in the ring

Mike Tyson has never been shy about framing life as a series of battles. This time, however, the former heavyweight champion says the most meaningful fight he has ever taken on has nothing to do with boxing, belts, or opponents.

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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Jake Paul’s return timeline, ideal opponent revealed after jaw-breaking KO defeat to Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul will continue his boxing career in 2026, it’s been confirmed. Some fans thought the YouTuber-turned-fighter might retire after falling to 12-2 in the pro ranks.

Terri Harper News / NY Fights / February 6

MVP Kickoff for First UK Card with Dubois vs Harper, Scotney vs Flores

Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) held its official kickoff today in London for its first-ever United Kingdom boxing card set on Sunday, April 5, from Olympia in London, England.

Bruce Carrington News / Dice City Sports / February 6

Bruce Carrington Willing To Cross The Pond For Next Title Defense

Bruce Carrington knows his bargaining position has changed and he’s ready to use it. Now the full-fledged WBC featherweight champion, Bruce Carrington carries real leverage into any unification talks after a highlight-reel knockout of Carlos Castro on Saturday night at a sold-out Madison Square Garden.

Terence Crawford News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Why Canelo Is Frustrated He Never Got a Rematch With Crawford

Months removed from that epic night in Las Vegas, Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez are still at the center of the conversation. I was there live at Allegiant Stadium when Crawford delivered a performance that stunned the building, defeating Canelo to become a three-time undisputed champion.

Nick Ball News / KO on SI / February 6

Nick Ball vs Brandon Figueroa Odds and Prediction

WBA super featherweight champion Nick Ball (23-0-1, 13 KOs) returns to Liverpool to attempt his fourth title defense against Brandon Figueroa (26-2-1, 19 KOs).

Deontay Wilder News / Fights Around The World / February 6

Simon Jordan Believes That Deontay Wilder Was A ‘Bit of A T*t’

Simon Jordan is the talk of the boxing world after his televised war of words with Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs), after he asked him about him accusing Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) of cheating.

Mike Tyson News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

Mike Tyson Admits The Hardest Fight Of His Life Wasn’t In The Ring

Mike Tyson is the last of the boxers from the golden era of boxing, a time when dangerous opponents were everywhere, yet ‘Iron Mike’ rose above them all to become the most intimidating boxer of all time.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6

Deontay Wilder crashes out on reporter over Tyson Fury questions

Deontay Wilder, the former WBC heavyweight champion known as “The Bronze Bomber,” recently unleashed a fiery outburst during a talkSPORT interview with host Simon Jordan.

Jaron Ennis News / BoxingNews.com / February 6

Ennis Vs Ortiz Moves Closer

A fight in the junior middleweight division is on the verge of being finalized as Jaron Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. is close. The fight gained momentum after Ennis dismantled Uisma Lima in a single round during his 154-pound debut in October, while Ortiz followed up in November with a KO of Erickson Lubin.

Mike Tyson News / BoxingNews.com / February 6

Mike Tyson Recalls The Most Dangerous Puncher

Mike Tyson identified Donovan Ruddock as the hardest opponent he ever shared the ring with. While Tyson is famously remembered for his rivalries with Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, he maintains that Ruddock’s unique power was on a completely different level.

Boxing News / NY Fights / February 5

Fundora vs Thurman: Let’s Try This Again

WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora and former unified world champion Keith “One Time” Thurman made their rescheduled matchup official on Wednesday in Los Angeles.