Boxing: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

KSI turned down $26.8 million and more to fight Jake Paul

Social media influencer and part-time boxer KSI recently revealed the huge monetary offer he rejected to fight Jake Paul. The British star made his boxing debut in 2019 after beating Logan Paul by split decision.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Ben Shalom Teases Chris Eubank Jr 2026 return

The career of Chris Eubank Jr is often somewhat of an enigma. His best wins had come against James DeGale and Arthur Abraham. He avenged his loss to Liam Smith, stopping the Liverpulian in 2023.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 14

Jamaine Ortiz warns Keyshawn Davis ‘he’ll find out quickly’

On January 31, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, on the undercard of “The Ring 6,” Jamaine Ortiz (20-2-1, 10 KOs) will take on Keyshawn Davis (13-0, 9 KOs) at super lightweight.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 14

Boxing fights we want to see in 2026: Haney-Garcia 2, Canelo-Benavidez, more

A lot of major fights took place in 2025 -- but which megafights do we want to see in the year ahead?

Alexis Rocha News / BoxingNews.com / January 14

Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming welterweight remath between Alexis Rocha and Raul Curiel shapes up as one of the most compelling stylistic matchups in the division. Rocha (25-2-1, 16 KO’s) enters the fight as the more established name, and with that comes expectation.

Chris Eubank News / ESPN / January 14

Chris Eubank Jr. on track to make 'full recovery' from medical issue - Ben Shalom

Chris Eubank Jr. is on track to make a full recovery from the medical issue that impacted him in the lead up to his rematch defeat to Conor Benn in November, promoter Ben Shalom has said.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 14

Thurman Targets A Fundora KO – ‘Create A New Highlight Reel’

Keith Thurman is planning a one-punch finish for his expected fight against WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora. Thurman expressed a desire to move away from the defensive movement that has characterized his recent outings.

Manuel Flores News / BoxingNews.com / January 13

Manny Flores vs Jorge Chavez: Preview & Betting Tips

Manuel Flores and Jorge Chavez is the kind of matchup that might not generate massive headlines, but it carries plenty of intrigue for hardcore boxing fans.

Kostya Tszyu News / BoxingNews.com / January 13

Nikita Tszyu vs Michael Zerafa: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming showdown between Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa is one of the most fascinating domestic clashes on the boxing calendar as far as the Australian scene goes.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 13

‘Smash him to bits’ – Frank Smith predicts Dalton Smith vs Adam Azim

On January 10, at the Barclays Center in New York City, Subriel Matias vs Dalton Smith headlined a Fresh Productionscard with Matias’ WBC super lightweight title up for grabs.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 13

Itauma injured in camp, Franklin fight postponed

Moses Itauma's fight against Jermaine Franklin has been postponed after the Brit sustained an injury in camp, Queensberry Promotions have confirmed.

Moses Itauma News / Big Fight Weekend / January 13

Moses Itauma sustains injury in camp ahead of January 24 fight

Moses Itauma continues to be the talk of the heavyweight division, with many tipping him to become a world champion sooner rather than later. He was due to return to action on January 24 against the durable American Jermaine Franklin.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Nikita Tszyu vs. Michael Zerafa: Preview, storylines

All-Australian main events don’t come around often, and when they do, they tend to carry extra weight. This one is no exception. With national pride, local momentum, and long-term positioning on the line, this matchup represents a defining moment rather than a routine headliner.

Alexis Rocha News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Alexis Rocha vs. Raul Curiel II: Preview, storylines

Some rematches happen because the first fight was forgettable. This one exists because the first meeting was anything but. When these two first collided, the result was a high-paced, back-and-forth battle that immediately landed in Fight of the Year conversations.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / January 12

Ryan Garcia gets title shot against Mario Barrios in Vegas

Social media sensation Ryan Garcia, who returned to the ring last spring after serving a one-year drug suspension, will get his first title shot when he takes on WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on Feb.

David Benavidez News / ESPN / January 12

Sources: Benavidez to fight Ramirez on May 2

David Benavidez will move up in class to challenge WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez on May 2 in Las Vegas, sources told ESPN.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

Boxing News / The Body Lock / January 12

Tommy Fury Teases Major Boxing Return After Telling Brother Tyson To Stay Retired

Tommy Fury has announced plans to return to boxing with what he calls a ‘spectacle’ fight The younger Fury brother has advised Tyson to stay retired from

Tyson Fury News / HITC / January 12

How Tyson Fury’s dad plans to revamp the camp to put his son back on heavyweight throne

Tyson Fury’s dad is ready to take charge of his son’s comeback, promising to rebuild the entire training set-up and get him in peak condition before he returns to the ring.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 12

Liam Wilson vs Rodex Piala: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming bout between Liam Wilson and Rodex Piala is an intriguing matchup at lightweight. Wilson (17-3, 9 KO’s) enters the fight as the more established name and the clear benchmark in terms of proven level.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 12

Dalton Smith Stuns Subriel Matias With Fifth-Round Knockout to Win WBC Title

Just when it appeared he was fighting the wrong fight, Dalton Smith flipped the script and the junior welterweight division with one perfectly timed eruption.

Oleksandr Usyk News / HITC / January 11

Oleksandr Usyk challenged by champion he once presented a belt to after brutal KO

A new contender has put his name forward to face Oleksandr Usyk next. Usyk’s manager recently gave an update on a possible fight with Deontay Wilder, which is reportedly being looked at for April or May.

Agit Kabayel News / NY Fights / January 10

Fans Cheer As Agit Kabayel Crushes Knyba

The enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at Rudolf Weber Arena in Oberhausen, Germany, sounded like they were watching a World Cup final, not a heavyweight fight.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 10

Eddie Hearn Starting to Get impatient on Ennis–Ortiz Talks

What once looked like the most inevitable fight in American boxing is now drifting toward uncertainty. Two months after Jaron Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr.

Manny Pacquiao News / KO on SI / January 10

Manny Pacquiao's Son Set For Second Professional Fight On Father's Promotion

Manny Pacquiao Jr., son of boxing legend and multi-weight champion, made his professional debut in November 2025, with the bout ending in a majority draw.

Agit Kabayel News / KO on SI / January 10

Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba Preview: Start Time, Undercard, & Live Stream

Interim WBC World Heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) returns to action in the hopes of improving his unbeaten record. Fighting out of Bochum, Germany, the 33-year-old will return to his home country to compete for the first time since 2023.