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Why Terence Crawford feels ending up like Muhammad Ali is ‘not worth it’

Terence Crawford has once again sparked discussion in the boxing world with a brutally honest assessment of why he feels following in Muhammad Ali’s footsteps is “not worth it,” even as he reflects on his own legendary career.

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Fight Night-style boxing game Undisputed lands on PS Plus

PS Plus subscribers can play as Canelo Alvarez, Muhammad Ali, Claressa Shields and more in Undisputed.

Mike Tyson News / HITC / February 4

Floyd Mayweather vs Mike Tyson in doubt as new fight is announced

Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson’s planned exhibition may be dead in the water as the legendary champion appears to have moved on to a new bout. The boxing icons were due to meet this year in what would have been one of the most intriguing – if bizarre and dangerous – match-ups in recent memory.

Gervonta Davis News / KO on SI / February 4

Gervonta Davis Facing Another Arrest Warrant One Week After Posting Bond

Gervonta Davis simply cannot escape from the long arm of the law. One week after posting an $8,500 bond to release himself from jail, Davis is about to find himself back behind bars.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 4

Two unification bouts highlight MVP's U.K. debut

Unifications bouts between Caroline Dubois and Terri Harper as well as Ellie Scotney and Mayelli Flores will feature on Most Valuable Promotions' first card in the United Kingdom in April.

Gervonta Davis News / BoxingNews.com / February 4

Gervonta Davis’ Latest Arrest Warrant

A judge has issued an arrest warrant for Gervonta Davis, as the boxer faces more legal trouble. The warrant, citing a violation of his probation, arrives just six days after Davis was apprehended in Florida following a manhunt.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 4

WBC Lightweight Belt Vacant, Shakur’s Next Move

Following Shakur Stevenson’s move to the 140-pound division to defeat Teofimo Lopez, the WBC officially declared its lightweight world title vacant. Stevenson’s win allowed him to secure the WBO and Ring Magazine junior welterweight belts, effectively ending his tenure at 135 pounds, where he had previously hinted at a return.

Terence Crawford News / Dice City Sports / February 3

Terence Crawford: 'I Fought for Legacy.'

NEW YORK — As The Boss thundered through the speakers at the 2025 Ring Awards, the moment felt fitting. Seconds earlier, Terence Crawford had been announced as Fighter of the Year, and James Brown’s iconic anthem blared throughout the room as the newly retired legend made his way to the stage.

Gervonta Davis News / ESPN / February 3

Boxer G. Davis facing new warrant in Baltimore

An arrest order has been issued in Baltimore for boxer Gervonta Davis, stemming from an alleged probation violation following his recent arrest in Miami.

Bruce Carrington News / Fights Around The World / February 3

New WBC 126-lb Champion Bruce Carrington Opens Up on Title Win, Emotions And What’s Next

Over the weekend, many storylines emerged, but one stood out the most — the one that received the least media attention: Bruce ‘Shu-Shu’ Carrington winning the WBC featherweight title impressively over Carlos Castro.

Frank Martin News / Fights Around The World / February 3

‘Just Scratching The Surface’: Nahir Albright Ready To Realize Potential, Primed For Frank Martin Fight

When the chance to compete on less than a month’s notice was presented to Nahir Albright (17-2, 7 KOs) in January, the 30-year-old did not hesitate to jump straight into the opportunity– twice.

Oleksandr Usyk News / Total Apex Sports / February 3

Oleksandr Usyk Targets March 2026 for His Next Heavyweight Takeover

Just when the heavyweight division felt like it was spinning into chaos, the man who tamed it is stepping back into the light. Oleksandr Usyk, the two-time undisputed king and arguably the most skilled technician of his generation, has officially broken his silence.

Boxing News / HITC / February 3

Tyson Fury responds to Deontay Wilder’s ‘cheating’ claim with Oleksandr Usyk example

Tyson Fury has addressed Deontay Wilder’s latest cheating accusations by holding up Oleksandr Usyk as an example of how defeat can be handled with class, without resorting to excuses.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 3

Derek Chisora gives honest assessment of Shakur Stevenson

On Saturday, January 31, at Madison Square Garden, Shakur Stevenson produced a dominating performance in defeating Teofimo Lopez by unanimous decision.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 3

Wilder Squares Up To Chisora At Times Square

Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora met face-to-face at New York’s Times Square, officially announcing their clash for April 4, 2026. The bout, set for the O2 Arena in London, is being marketed under the banner “100”—a tribute to the fact that this fight will be the 50th professional outing for both men.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 3

Shakur Sets A Record, What’s Next?

Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson set an attendance record of 21,324 at Madison Square Garden, as Shakur beat him in a unanimous decision. The official attendance eclipses every boxing gate since the venue’s reopening in 1968.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 3

Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman Fight Rescheduled Again

LAS VEGAS — Five months after their original date fell apart, Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman are finally set to meet. Premier Boxing Champions announced Monday that Fundora will defend his WBC junior middleweight title against Thurman in the main event of a Prime Video pay-per-view on March 28 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Shakur Stevenson News / Fights Around The World / February 2

O’Shaquie Foster on A Fight With Shakur Stevenson: ‘I Guarantee You He Stays Far Away From Me’

With Shakur Stevenson earning a dominant performance on Saturday over Teofimo Lopez to become the new WBO and RING Magazine junior welterweight champion, an old rival was brought on a podcast to reignite the rivalry with the potential of facing Stevenson in the future.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 2

Fundora's WBC title defense moved to March 28

Sebastian Fundora's WBC junior middleweight title defense against Keith Thurman has been rescheduled for March 28 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 2

Deontay Wilder fires warning at Derek Chisora and the heavyweight division

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London on April 4. Ahead of

Entertainment News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / February 2

Anthony Joshua and Harry Styles part of esteemed British list

The UK’s top taxpayers list is now out and consists of several surprising names, Harry Styles, boxer Anthony Joshua, JK Rowling, and several more athletes and business personalities.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 1

Xander Zayas Outboxes Abass Baraou to Become Boxing’s Youngest Unified Champion

On a historic night in San Juan, Xander Zayas delivered the most complete performance of his young career. Fighting in his hometown for the first time as a professional, Zayas outboxed Abass Baraou to earn a split-decision victory and capture the unified WBA and WBO junior middleweight titles Saturday night at Coliseo de Puerto Rico.