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‘No excuses’: Mario Barrios vows to whoop a ‘100%’ Ryan Garcia

On February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines a Turki Alalshikh (Ring Magazine) show, in association with TGB Promotions, Sela, and Golden Boy.

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Is Tyson Fury vs Andy Ruiz Happening Next?

Former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) continues his comeback while sharing it on social media and recently showed interest in fighting former unified champion Andy Ruiz (35-2-1, 22 KOs).

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 23

The Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo Returns on ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez vs David Benavidez Fight Date In Las Vegas

Las Vegas (January 23, 2026) – WE ARE BACK!!! The Box Fan Expo has announced its return to Las Vegas and its Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo for fans and the boxing industry. The event will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center on Saturday May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m.

Boxing News / HITC / January 23

Deontay Wilder set for unexpected bout with 36-13 heavyweight amid Oleksandr Usyk buzz

Deontay Wilder is reportedly close to securing his first fight of 2026. There were signs that Wilder’s career was winding down after consecutive defeats to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 23

Ryan Garcia Shuts Down Devin Haney Fight Talks

Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) and Mario Barrios (29-2-2, 18 KOs) will be headlining “The Ring: High Stakes” show on February 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Scoop B / January 23

The Eternal Optimist: Sugar Ray Leonard on Women’s Boxing, the Jake Paul Phenomenon and the Resilience of the Sport

Sugar Ray Leonard remains the gold standard for boxing excellence, a man whose charisma outside the ring matched the ferocious technical brilliance he

Raymond Muratalla News / Big Fight Weekend / January 23

Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz press conference quotes and fight prediction

Raymond Muratalla (23-0, 17 KOs) will soon defend his IBF lightweight world title against Andy Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs). Their bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, NV.

Boxing News / HITC / January 23

How Tyson Fury used golf to train for his KO win against Dillian Whyte

Golf is a pastime for many professional athletes, but rarely is it used to train for a knockout performance in a fight. The idea we have of a boxing training camp is similar to what we remember from Rocky.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 23

What is Zuffa Boxing? Fighters, format, rules, more details

Dana White's Zuffa Boxing makes its debut Friday in Las Vegas. Andreas Hale answers some of the key questions you may have about the new promotion.

Jake Paul News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / January 23

Jake Paul’s mom on why FBI raided her son’s $8 million mansion

Almost six years ago, in 2020, Jake Paul’s $8 million mansion in California became the subject of an FBI investigation when a SWAT team in armoured vehicles arrived at the premises.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 23

Ryan Garcia weighs in on Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

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, with Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles up for grabs.

Ryan Garcia News / NY Fights / January 23

Trainer or Traitor? Barrios vs Garcia Becomes About Goossen Drama

The kickoff for “The Ring: High Stakes” on Thursday to formally announce the Barrios vs Garcia main event set for February 21 in Las Vegas delivered the drama fans expect from the unpredictable Ryan Garcia.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 22

Tszyu: I was robbed in shameful way by Zerafa

Nikita Tszyu says he was robbed of proving his boxing worth in a shameful way by Michael Zerafa in their farcical fight.

Callum Walsh News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Callum Walsh vs. Carlos Ocampo press conference quotes and fight prediction

Callum Walsh (15-0, 11 KOs) will soon take on Carlos Ocampo (38-3, 26 KOs) in a 10-round middleweight contest. Their bout headlines a Zuffa Boxing card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, NV.

Raymond Muratalla News / Dice City Sports / January 22

Andy Cruz Steps Into the Fire Against IBF Champion Raymond Muratalla in Las Vegas

When Andy Cruz turned professional, expectations followed him like a shadow. A gold medalist at the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Cruz was widely viewed as a future world champion long before he laced up his pro gloves.

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Boxing News / ESPN / January 22

Russell's defense on Garcia-Barrios undercard

Gary Antuanne Russell's WBA junior welterweight title defense against Andy Hiraoka has landed on the undercard of Ryan Garcia challenging WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on February 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Raymond Muratalla News / Fights Around The World / January 22

Andy Cruz States That Raymond Muratalla Won’t Have An Easy Fight

2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics gold medallist, Andy Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs), has risen up the IBF lightweight rankings after his final eliminator. And now, he is all set to face Raymond Muratalla (23-0, 17 KOs) for the IBF lightweight title.

Jake Paul News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

Dramatic FBI Raid At $8M Calabasas Mansion Rocks Jake Paul’s Family

The FBI raid on Jake Paul’s $8 million Calabasas home is something his family still remembers clearly years later. His mother, Pam Stepnick, has spoken publicly about it for the first time.

Ryan Garcia News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia – Malik Scott makes his pick

On February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines a Turki Alalshikh (Ring Magazine) show, in association with TGB Promotions, Sela, and Golden Boy.

Moses Itauma News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin – Tony Bellew previews heavyweight clash

Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) vs Jermaine Franklin (24-2, 15 KOs) was due to headline the January 24 Magnificent 7 promoted by Queensberry. The card was ultimately postponed until March 28, following a torn bicep muscle injury sustained by Itauma.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder, Derek Chisora Nearing Deal for Heavyweight Clash Later This Year

Two of boxing’s most battle-tested heavyweights appear headed for a collision course. Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and longtime contender Derek Chisora are finalizing a deal for a fight later this year, according to Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel.