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Deontay Wilder Reportedly Has Next Fight Set With Press Conference 'Scheduled'

The plan for Deontay Wilder's 50th professional fight has reportedly already been set into motion. After getting back on track with a win in 2025, Wilder is set to return for another big fight.

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‘Timing beats speed’: Tony Bellew talks Dalton Smith vs Adam Azim

On January 10, at the Barclays Center in New York City, Subriel Matias vs Dalton Smith headlined a Fresh Productions card with Matias’ WBC super lightweight title up for grabs. It was a highly entertaining fight with both having their moments before Smith knocked down the heavy-handed Puerto Rican, leading to the referee waving the fight off.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / January 21

Deontay Wilder is set to box 36-13 heavyweight despite Oleksandr Usyk fight talks

Deontay Wilder is reportedly finalizing a deal for his first fight of 2026. The former WBC heavyweight champion’s career appeared to be over after back-to-back defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora being finalised

As revealed by Brunch Boxing and Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former WBC challenger Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / January 21

Canelo, Crawford, Jake Paul, and Inoue Make UFC Champs Look Poor After World’s 100 Highest-Paid Athletes List

The issue of fighter pay in the UFC is an old one. However, despite being an old one, it still continues to incur the wrath of the MMA fans world over.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder Eyes Comeback Fight in London Against Derek Chisora

Deontay Wilder, the former world heavyweight champion, is in talks to return to the ring in a high-profile matchup against British veteran Derek Chisora this spring.

Jake Paul News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Boxing’s Top Earners of 2025: Canelo Leads with Huge Paydays, Paul Among Highest Paid

In 2025, professional boxing once again proved it can be one of the most lucrative sports for its biggest stars. A handful of elite fighters raked in eye-popping sums thanks to massive fight purses and additional income from endorsements and other earnings.

Teofimo Lopez News / BoxingNews.com / January 21

Lopez Vows To Expose Shakur – ‘Show The Flaws The World Cannot See’

Teofimo Lopez is confident ahead of his WBO junior welterweight title defense against Shakur Stevenson on January 31, saying he thrives when he is an underdog.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 20

Shakur Stevenson ready to prove doubters wrong against Teofimo Lopez

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the “Ring 6” fight card live on DAZN Pay-Per-View, for Lopez’s (22-1, 13 KOs) lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 20

Jermell Charlo Adds Fuel To Public Feud With Twin Brother Jermall

Safe to say, the Charlo brothers are not on the best of terms. Although Jermall Charlo recently said that their relationship is "fine" in an interview with ESPN host Brian Custer from December 2025, Jermell Charlo now disputes that.

Moses Itauma News / BoxingNews.com / January 20

Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin Jr: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming heavyweight clash between Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin Jr. is a fascinating crossroads fight which could shake up the heavyweight division.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 20

Keyshawn Davis Overflowing With Confidence

Keyshawn Davis doesn’t lack confidence and as The Ring 6 approaches, he believes his presence has provided the promotional spark the card needed. Speaking with The Ring ahead of the Jan.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 20

Mike Tyson Offers Strong Messages To Floyd Mayweather

Mike Tyson has never lacked confidence and as he looks ahead to a planned March exhibition bout with Floyd Mayweather, the former heavyweight king believes the outcome will be definitive.

Oleksandr Usyk News / Big Fight Weekend / January 20

Oleksandr Usyk in ‘dialogue’ for ‘a move nobody expects’

Oleksandr Usyk’s future is often discussed, and since vacating the WBO heavyweight title, elevating Fabio Wardley to full champion, the Mercurial Ukrainian has confirmed he will be back in the ring in 2026.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 20

Roy Jones Jr delivers blunt reality check for Keyshawn Davis

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden, Keyshawn Davis (13-0, 9 KOs) returns to action at super lightweight against Jamaine Ortiz (20-2-1, 10 KOs) on the highly anticipated “Ring VI” fight card, headlined by Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson.

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Raymond Muratalla News / BoxingNews.com / January 20

Raymond Muratalla vs Andy Cruz: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming clash between Raymond Muratalla and Andy Cruz is one of the most intriguing lightweight matchups in recent memory. Muratalla (23-0, 17 KO’s) has quietly built one of the most impressive unbeaten records in the lightweight division.

Anthony Joshua News / HITC / January 20

Anthony Joshua’s next move: What’s next after the apology?

After issuing an apology following his blockbuster bout with Jake Paul and a tragic car crash that claimed close friends and training staff, Anthony Joshua’s boxing future is now a major talking point in the sport.

Callum Walsh News / BoxingNews.com / January 20

Callum Walsh Vs. Carlos Ocampo Breakdown

Callum Walsh headlines the launch of Zuffa Boxing on January 23 against Carlos Ocampo, as we preview the upcoming fight. The bout is the first under Zuffa’s broadcast deal with Paramount+ from the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

Shakur Stevenson News / Dice City Sports / January 19

Shakur Stevenson Ready For New York’s Bright Lights

For years, Shakur Stevenson kept calling out the biggest names in boxing. Now, one of them has finally answered. After a long wait for a career-defining opportunity, Stevenson will face Teofimo Lopez Jr.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Eddie Hearn Welcomes Tyson Fury’s 2026 Return and Says Heavyweight Still Has Big Fight Potential

Tyson Fury is set to return to the professional boxing ring in 2026, and one of the sport’s most influential promoters has publicly welcomed the news. Eddie Hearn, known for promoting some of boxing’s biggest names, described Fury’s comeback as good for the heavyweight division and for the sport as a whole.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 19

Oscar De La Hoya Breaks Down Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson With Prediction

On January 31, WBO World Super Lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) will take on rival Shakur Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs) in an attempt to make a fourth defense of his title.

Callum Walsh News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Callum Walsh vs. Carlos Ocampo: Preview, storylines

Boxing doesn’t usually do quiet launches—but this one is intentionally controlled. No massive arena, no bloated fight slate, no fragmented distribution across multiple platforms.

Boxing News / HITC / January 18

Eddie Hearn shares emotional message about Anthony Joshua after Nigeria car crash

Eddie Hearn has shared a heartfelt message about Anthony Joshua as he continues to recover following a recent car accident in Nigeria. The 34-year-old

Boxing News / HITC / January 18

Viral video shows sons of ex-boxing world champion in Las Vegas hotel brawl

Footage of Fernando Vargas Jr and his brother Amado Vargas fighting in a hotel lobby is picking up steam online. The 29-year-old was last seen in the ring on the undercard of Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, where he faced Irish boxer Callum Walsh.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 17

Frank Warren Names The ‘Big Puncher’ For Daniel Dubois- Zhilei Zhang

Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs) has been away from the ring for a considerable amount of time, having last fought for the undisputed heavyweight title against Oleksandr Usyk in July, albeit unsuccessfully.

Canelo Alvarez News / Field Level Media / January 16

Canelo Alvarez to return to ring for 'big fight' in September

Former undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez will return to the ring against a yet-to-be determined opponent on Sept. 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.