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Nick Ball To Face Former Champion In Next WBA Featherweight Title Defense

After going 2-0 in 2025, Nick Ball has his first title defense of 2026 scheduled. Ball, 28, prepares for his fourth defense of the WBA featherweight title after surviving his first full year as a champion.

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Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua is Scripted? ‘Bronze Bomber’ Drops Hot Take on Upcoming Fight

Jake Paul is set to take on the biggest test of his career when he faces Anthony Joshua in a heavyweight bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami. There have been ongoing doubts regarding the size difference between the two fighters.

Badou Jack News / Big Fight Weekend / December 12

Badou Jack vs. Noel Mikaelian 2 quotes and fight prediction

Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) will soon defend his WBC cruiserweight world title against Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) in a rematch. Their bout headlines a Bash Boxing card at the Ace*Mission Studios in Los Angeles, CA.

Deontay Wilder News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

Deontay Wilder would ‘love’ to box 49-fight veteran who put hands on him during recent face-off

Deontay Wilder is hoping to take a warm-up fight before squaring off against Oleksandr Usyk. The heavyweight king recently shocked everyone by naming the opponent he wants to face next.

Mike Tyson News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

Mike Tyson’s trainer snubbed him when naming the hardest-hitter he ever trained with

Although he is widely regarded as the hardest-hitting boxer of all time, Mike Tyson was snubbed by a coach he trained with, who named someone else the strongest fighter he trained with.

Diego Pacheco News / Big Fight Weekend / December 12

Diego Pacheco vs. Kevin Lele Sadjo press conference quotes and fight prediction

Diego Pacheco (24-0, 18 KOs) will soon take on Kevin Lele Sadjo (26-0, 23 KOs) in a 12-round super middleweight contest. Their bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card at the Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, CA.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / December 12

Jake Paul calls his shot against Anthony Joshua and predicts fight-ending round

In fight that oddsmakers have as a mismatch, influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul takes on the 2012 Olympic gold medalist and two-time unified world boxing champion Anthony Joshua on Dec.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 12

Roy Jones Jr. Picks Between Ortiz And Ennis – ‘Tough To Call’

Roy Jones Jr. has given his take on a prospective fight between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron Ennis. Reports indicate that formal negotiations have started for a junior-middleweight clash.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 12

Joshua Denies Paul Fight Scripted Rumors

Former two-time unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has shut down suggestions that his Jake Paul fight on December 19 is “fixed” or “scripted.” Rumors have circulated on social media alleging that a specific clause in the contract would compel Joshua to “take it easy” on Paul.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder And Derek Chisora Face Off In Dubai

Heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora faced off in Dubai this week in an effort to hype a potential IBA title showdown. It might seem like an unlikely sentence, but this is boxing in 2025.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Manny Pacquiao landed four knockdowns to sensationally KO 50-fight veteran who had never been stopped

Manny Pacquiao bounced back from a controversial draw in violent fashion 21 years ago today. The legendary Pacquiao is regarded as one of boxing’s best of all time and stands as the only fighter in history to win twelve world titles in eight different weight divisions.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Deontay Wilder Provides Update on Oleksandr Usyk Negotiations

Heavyweight talks pick up momentum heading into 2026 Wilder shares new insight into recent discussions A potential matchup draws major buzz across the boxing world The holiday season is here, which means two things: gift shopping anxiety and heavyweight boxing chaos.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Jake Paul Makes Fight Prediction Days Before Facing Anthony Joshua

Another day, another step closer to a night where the boxing gods might file a formal complaint about matchmaking: Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul. One side of the equation is a shredded Olympic heavyweight who looks like he was built in a lab that only stocked protein powder and bricks.

Boxing News / NY Fights / December 11

Teofimo vs Shakur: What To Expect From 2026’s First Big Fight

Brooklyn’s Teofimo Lopez and Newark’s Shakur Stevenson have been circling each other since their amateur days. On Wednesday, the two finally made it official on stage at Madison Square Garden.

Badou Jack News / Fights Around The World / December 11

Noel Mikaelian on Badou Jack’s Recent Comments: ‘Talk Is Cheap’

The cruiserweight division is shaping up to be one of the most exciting stories heading into 2026. On Saturday night at Ace* Mission Studios in Los Angeles, CA, live on PPV.com, WBC champion Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) will defend his title against former champion Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) in a rematch of their tightly contested fight in May.

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Jake Paul News / KO on SI / December 11

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Betting Data Reveals Surprising Fan Favorite

While there are several fascinating aspects of Jake Paul's upcoming fight against Anthony Joshua on December 19 in Miami, Florida, the way that betting lines shook out was among the most compelling parts of the pre-fight hype.

Fabio Wardley News / Big Fight Weekend / December 11

Fabio Wardley warned against taking ‘dangerous fight’

Recently, Fabio Wardley was announced as the new WBO heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk vacated his title. Following that decision by the Ukrainian, Wardley was elevated to the full title.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 11

Jake Paul injures nose prepping for Anthony Joshua fight

Jake Paul said he is nursing a nose injury just one week before his scheduled boxing match against former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 11

Deontay Wilder Drops Major Update Regarding Potential Oleksandr Usyk Bout

Although Oleksandr Usyk can no longer call himself the undisputed world heavyweight champion, he still remains the most desirable name in the division.

Badou Jack News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Badou Jack Promises Clearer Outcome in Noel Mikaelian Rematch: 'There Are Levels to This'

WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack insists the first fight should have settled things but if Noel Mikaelian didn’t get the message, Jack vows to deliver it emphatically in the rematch.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 11

Keyshawn Davis gives honest reaction to Terence Crawford’s WBC situation

Terence Crawford has continued to make headlines, but this time outside the ring. His response to the WBC has the boxing world debating sanctioning fees,

Richardson Hitchins News / Dice City Sports / December 10

Richardson Hitchins Reunites With Matchroom Boxing: '2026 Will Be a Huge Year'

After months of uncertainty surrounding his promotional future, Richardson Hitchins has officially reunited with Matchroom Boxing. The unbeaten IBF junior welterweight champion announced the news across his social media platforms on Monday a move that solidifies his position as one of boxing’s fastest-rising stars heading into 2026.