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Eddie Hearn Reveals Notable Title Contender Turned Down 'Seven Figures' To Face Jaron Ennis

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis kept his perfect record intact on Saturday night as he improved to 35-0 (31 KOs) as a professional. Within just two minutes of his headline bout with Uisma Lima (14-1, 10 KOs), Ennis earned a TKO victory in his super welterweight debut.

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Evander Holyfield saw ‘dirty’ tactics used against Mike Tyson mocked by Russian giant in grudge bout

Iconic boxing star Evander Holyfield was the subject of much mockery from a Russian star before missing out on another historic title victory. Fighting late into the 2000s, former cruiserweight and heavyweight kingpin Evander Holyfield has his sights set on beating a historic record set at the latter of those weight classes.

Ricky Hatton News / Big Fight Weekend / October 13

Boxing’s bittersweet weekend – remembering Ricky Hatton and the sport’s cruel beauty

As footage showed Ricky Hatton’s funeral cortege rolling through Manchester on Friday, blacked out limousines shining like poured Guinness, the route was lined by Mancunians clapping and cheering, it was natural to wonder whether boxing would ever see his like again.

Boxing News / HITC / October 13

Mike Tyson says Jake Paul fight will help him improve ahead of Floyd Mayweather bout

Mike Tyson has said fans can expect a better showing when he faces Floyd Mayweather The former undisputed heavyweight champion appeared to be done with fighting after losing to Jake Paul by unanimous decision in November 2024.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 13

Keith Thurman Airs Frustration On Sebastian Fundora Fight Cancellation

Keith Thurman is not letting his canceled title fight with Sebastian Fundora derail his momentum. Thurman was scheduled to face Fundora for the WBC super welterweight title on Oct.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Mike Tyson says lesson learned from Jake Paul fight will make him ‘better’ against Floyd Mayweather

Mike Tyson has promised he will put on an improved performance against Floyd Mayweather. The heavyweight boxing legend appeared to be done with fighting after slumping to a unanimous decision defeat against Jake Paul in November 2024.

Danny Garcia News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Danny Garcia Vs. Daniel Gonzalez Preview

Danny Garcia will headline a card at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on October 18 against Daniel Gonzalez, as we preview the upcoming fight. The fight marks an emotional farewell for the 37-year-old Garcia, who captured world titles at both 140 lbs and 147 lbs.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 12

Angel Garcia Says Canelo Got It Right With Benavidez — And Wrong With Crawford

September 13 marked the third loss of Canelo Alvarez's professional boxing career as he was beaten by Terence Crawford via unanimous decision. Crawford jumped up two weight classes and against all the odds, dethroned the reigning undisputed champion of the division.

Martin Bakole News / Big Fight Weekend / October 12

Martin Bakole’s trainer reacts to potential Bakole vs Makhmudov fight

At the Utilita Arena in Sheffield on October 11, Arslanbek Makhmudov (21-2, 19 KOs) got a much-needed victory against Dave Allen (24-8-2, 19 KOs) on a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 12

Dave Allen names hardest hitter after taking shots from Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Russian beast

Dave Allen has taken shots from some of the best heavyweights in boxing. ‘The White Rhino’ has squared off against top-quality fighters, such as Dillian Whyte and Luis Ortiz.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 12

Eddie Hearn backs Dave Allen and teases big comeback plans

On Saturday, October 11, at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, Dave Allen (24-8-2, 19 KOs) faced Arslanbek Makhmudov (21-2, 19 KOs) in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN.

Boxing News / HITC / October 12

When Manny Pacquiao stole the spotlight from Mike Tyson with a bloody knockout win

There was only one time during his career when Manny Pacquiao appeared on the same card as Mike Tyson. Even then, Pacquiao managed to steal the spotlight.

Dave Allen News / Big Fight Weekend / October 12

Dave Allen honest after Makhmudov defeat in Sheffield – ‘I’m Just Not Good Enough’

As heavyweight Dave Allen looked out to the remains of the 9,000 crowd he had drawn to the Sheffield Arena, disbelief, regret and gratitude swirling in his bright brown eyes.

Jaron Ennis News / NY Fights / October 12

Big Statement From Boots Ennis In Philly Style Saturday

Sometimes a boxing journalist needs to eat her words. Nom nom. Jaron “Boots” Ennis of Philadelphia made me eat mine and every other skeptic who demanded that Ennis erase any doubts about his future with his first fight in the super welterweight division.

Keith Thurman News / BoxingNews.com / October 12

Keith Thurman’s Latest Setback

Keith Thurman’s fight with WBC junior middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora is off after the latter suffered a hand injury, as Thurman’s career continues to take a hit. The bout was on course for Las Vegas on October 25, headlining from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

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Uisma Lima News / ESPN / October 11

Ennis dominates Lima by TKO, wants Ortiz next

Jaron "Boots" Ennis needed only two minutes to erase Uisma Lima with a pair of knockdowns to earn the first-round stoppage in his 154-pound debut at the Wells Fargo Center in his hometown of Philadelphia.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 11

How AI Will Play A Huge Role In The Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Fight

The Florida State Athletic Commission has released detailed rules for the Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis bout that will take place on November 14 and be broadcast on Netflix.

Dave Allen News / Fights Around The World / October 11

Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov Fight Results: Makhmudov Scores UD in Sheffield

Arslanbek Makhmudov (20-2, 19 KOs) went into enemy territory and walked away with his hand raised in the main event at the Sheffield Arena in Sheffield, UK.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 11

Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Will Have an AI Judge, Insider Reports

There’s a growing buzz surrounding the Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis exhibition fight. Originally scheduled for November 14 at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, the Netflix-exclusive bout faced a major hurdle when the Georgia State Athletic and Entertainment Commission raised concerns over the fighters’ drastic size and weight differences.