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Details emerge on new Gervonta Davis domestic violence charges alleged by different woman

WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis is at the center of yet another legal battle. The 30-year-old boxer has been named as the defendant in a civil lawsuit filed in Miami-Dade County centered on some harrowing domestic violence allegations.

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Paul-Davis? Norman-Haney? Ranking November's biggest fights

Nick Parkinson ranks the most notable boxing fights of the month and shares his thoughts on why you should watch.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 31

Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Where do Taylor and Serrano land after all-women card?

Lots of movement after a boxing card with 17 titles on the line. Here's the latest women's pound-for-pound rankings.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 31

Mayer Beats Spencer To Become A Three-Weight Champ

Mikaela Mayer beat Mary Spencer via a unanimous decision, 100-90 98-92 98-92, to become the WBA, WBO and WBC Junior Middleweight Champ, thus making her a three-weight champion.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 30

Gervonta Davis Legal Issues: Is Jake Paul Fight Off?

Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the undefeated WBA lightweight champion often lauded for his devastating punching power, has been navigating a shadow of personal and legal turmoil throughout his career.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 31

Mary Spencer vs. Mikaela Mayer live results update

Welcome to the results update for Mary Spencer vs. Mikaela Mayer! Their bout headlines a card promoted by Eye of the Tiger Management (EOTTM) and Top Rank at the Casino de Montréal in Québec, Canada.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 30

Richardson Hitchins Eyes Two-Division Glory: 'I’m Willing to Go Up to 147'

NEW YORK — IBF super lightweight champion Richardson Hitchins has already proven himself among the elite at 140 pounds now, he’s setting his sights on bigger challenges both figuratively and literally.

Badou Jack News / Dice City Sports / October 30

Noel Mikaelian Promises Revenge in Badou Jack Rematch: 'This Time, I’m Coming in Fully Prepared'

LOS ANGELES — Former WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian says there will be no doubt this time. The 35-year-old German contender insists he was robbed in his first meeting with Badou Jack, and he plans to reclaim his title in emphatic fashion when they meet again on December 13 at Ace Mission Studios in Los Angeles.

Terence Crawford News / KO on SI / October 30

Terence Crawford Reveals Who He Has ‘Eyes On’ For Next Fight

Undisputed super middleweight champion Terence Crawford is still relishing in his upset victory over Canelo Alvarez in September, and rightfully so. Not only did Crawford cement his place as one of the greatest boxers of all time by beating Canelo, but he made a staggering sum that will ensure he's set for life after retiring.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 30

Joshua Buatsi vs. Zach Parker press conference quotes and fight prediction

Joshua Buatsi (19-1, 13 KOs) and Zach Parker (26-1, 18 KOs) will soon face each other in a 10-round light heavyweight clash. Their bout headlines a Queensberry Promotions card at the Co-op Live in Manchester, England.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 30

High Stakes Fights Fill In Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Jr PPV on December 6

When Isaac Cruz vs. Lamont Roach Jr. was announced for December 6 on pay-per-view (PPV), there were concerns that the card would be a tough sell. Those

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Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 30

‘I Want To Get It Back In Blood’: Devin Haney Opens Up About The Ryan Garcia Lawsuit

It’s been over a year since the disastrous fight between Devin Haney (32-0, 15 KOs) and Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs). While Garcia has been hoping that the boxing community and fans will gradually forget about the failed drug tests, it still remains fresh in Haney’s mind.

Canelo Alvarez News / HITC / October 30

Canelo Alvarez shares update on his return to the ring and addresses retirement talk

Former world champion Canelo Alvarez has opened up about his boxing future, saying he feels more motivated than ever to return to the ring. It’s been over a month since Canelo’s last appearance, where he lost a wide unanimous decision to Terence Crawford in their highly anticipated undisputed super middleweight title clash.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 30

Haney Stops Garcia Lawsuit – Says He Didn’t Want It

Devin Haney has ended his Ryan Garcia lawsuit, which claimed physical injury, emotional distress, and reputational damage. The lawsuit was filed in the aftermath of their controversial April 2024 fight.

Canelo Alvarez News / KO on SI / October 29

Canelo Alvarez Sends Clear Retirement Message On 20th Career Anniversary

Canelo Alvarez has completed two decades in his storied professional career. It's been exactly 20 years since the Mexican superstar made his professional debut against Abraham Gonzalez in 2005, winning via fourth-round TKO.

Badou Jack News / NY Fights / October 29

Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian Set Rematch on Dec. 13 in LA

Championship boxing returns to Los Angeles once more in 2025 as Championing Mental Health presents CMH 2: Rematch Season on Saturday, December 13 at Ace * Mission Studios in Los Angeles, presented by Bash Boxing and 555 Media.

Ben Whittaker News / Dice City Sports / October 29

Ben Whittaker Explains Boxxer Exit: 'Time Waits for Nobody'

Birmingham, U.K. — Ben Whittaker says uncertainty over fight dates pushed him to leave Boxxer for Matchroom, vowing to swap stalled momentum for a busy schedule and a fast track to a world title.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 29

Middleweight Unification Fight Added to Pitbull vs Roach Card

WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara of Cuba will take on unified WBO and IBF Middleweight World Champion Janibek Alimkhanuly of Kazakhstan in the co-main event of the upcoming Premier Boxing Champions Pay-Per-View on Prime Video on Saturday, December 6, from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 29

Lenier Pero vs Jordan Thompson – Preview, betting odds and fight card for November 1

On Saturday, November 1, at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Lenier Pero vs Jordan Thompson headlines a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN. Pero (12-0, 8 KOs) enjoyed a successful amateur career, winning two Pan American Games gold medals and competing at the 2016 Olympics.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / October 29

Mayweather-Pacquiao potential rematch could nix Mayweather-Tyson bout

A prospective exhibition match between boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. could be impacted by another potential mega-payday -- a rematch between Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.

Tim Tszyu News / Fights Around The World / October 29

Nikita Tszyu vs Michael Zerafa Set For January 16 In Australia

Two weeks removed from a car accident where he suffered minor injuries, Nikita Tszyu will be returning to the ring at the top of the year. Tszyu (11-0, 9 KOs) will take on veteran Michael Zerafa (34-5, 22 KOs) on January 16 at a location to be announced soon and streaming live on PPV (Kayo Sports in Australia).

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Report: Netflix looking into Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch

Netflix is considering putting on a nearly 10-year anniversary rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. The Ring’s Mike Coppinger reported on Monday that Netflix has been looking into the possibility of having Mayweather and Pacquiao meet in a fight next year.