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Fans Call Out Turki Alalshikh For David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde PPV U-Turn

David Benavidez is set to face Anthony Yarde on November 22 and the fight marks the first defense of Benavidez's WBC light heavyweight title. The former interim champion was promoted to official champion after Dmitry Bivol vacated.

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Undisputed atomweight champ Rupprecht retires

Undisputed atomweight champion Tina Rupprecht, 33, has announced her retirement from boxing.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 17

Benavidez Vs. Yarde PPV Policy Backfires – ‘No Way’

David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde on November 22nd has been overshadowed by a furious debate over the event’s high Pay-Per-View (PPV) price tag. The fight has been priced at $59.99 in the United States and £24.99 in the UK.

Manny Pacquiao News / Fights Around The World / October 16

Manny Pacquiao Promotions Announces Two Fight Cards To Commemorate The ‘Thrilla In Manila’

MANILA, Philippines — In celebration of one of boxing’s most iconic fights of all time, Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) proudly announces a monumental double-header: Countdown to Thrilla in Manila on Sunday, Oct.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 16

Laila Ali Exposes ‘Malicious’ Clarissa Shields Amid Fight Callout

When speaking with interviewers in July, women's boxing legend Laili Ali (who is the daughter of Muhammad Ali) said, "Unless somebody has $15, $20 million, don't even call me," about a potential fight against female pound-for-pound top boxer and Olympic gold medalist, Claressa Shields.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 16

Fanmio must pay Masvidal $5M+ for Diaz fight

Fanmio, an online entertainment platform, has been ordered to pay fighter Jorge Masvidal over $5 million for non-payment of his contracted purse following his 2024 boxing match against fellow mixed martial artist Nate Diaz.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 16

Legendary UFC Trilogy Announced On Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Undercard

The Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis undercard has just gotten a blockbuster addition. Paul will take on 'Tank' Davis in a Netflix exhibition bout on November 14.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / October 16

Anderson Silva to face Chris Weidman on Paul-Davis undercard

Former Octagon rivals Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman will meet in the boxing ring on the undercard of the Nov. 14 fight between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis in Miami.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 16

Lourdes Juarez vs Yesica Nery Plata – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On Saturday, October 18, at the South Padre Island Convention Center, Texas, Lourdes Juarez vs Yesica Nery Plata headlines the Most Valuable Promotions: Prospects 16 fight card live on DAZN.

Lennox Lewis News / Bloody Elbow / October 16

Lennox Lewis snubs legendary rival when naming his top five boxers of all time

Lennox Lewis is widely considered to be one of the greatest heavyweights of all time. While Lewis has two knockout losses on his record, through his 41 pro wins, he got his revenge over both the men who were able to beat him inside the ring.

Ricky Hatton News / Field Level Media / October 16

Coroner: Ex-champ Ricky Hatton died by suicide

Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton died by suicide last month, according to coroner's court testimony on Thursday in England. Paul Speak, manager for the 46-year-old Hatton, said he found his client unresponsive on the morning of Sept.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 16

Boxing Fans Dispute Claressa Shields' Terence Crawford And Shakur Stevenson Claim

Terence Crawford and Shakur Stevenson are two of the best fighters in the world at the moment. 'Bud' Crawford is 42-0-0 with 31 KOs and is coming off the biggest win of his career against Canelo Alvarez.

Silva-Weidman added to Nov. 14 Paul-Davis card

UFC rivals Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman, who fought twice inside the Octagon, will now square off in a heavyweight boxing match on the undercard of Jake Paul's Nov.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 16

Respected trainer defends Gennady Golovkin after Ryan Garcia comments

Gennady Golovkin, the former unified middleweight champion and feared puncher, will be eligible to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2026.

Mike Tyson News / Bloody Elbow / October 16

The KO that proved Mike Tyson was a different beast

Boxing legend Mike Tyson was at his ruthless best on October 16, 1987. The 31-0 knockout artist had already established himself as the best heavyweight on the planet.

George Liddard News / Big Fight Weekend / October 16

Kieron Conway vs. George Liddard press conference quotes and fight prediction

Kieron Conway (23-3-1, 7 KOs) and George Liddard (12-0, 7 KOs) will soon clash in a 12-round middleweight contest. Their bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card at York Hall in London, England.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 16

Jimmy Sains vs Troy Coleman: Preview & Betting Tips

The York Hall undercard for Kieron Conway vs George Liddard features another good domestic bout between Jimmy Sains vs Troy Coleman for the vacant English middleweight title.

Fabio Wardley News / KO on SI / October 16

Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley: Preview, Fight Card

Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley are set to engage in an enticing heavyweight showdown. Parker was recently Oleksandr Usyk's mandatory, but the undisputed heavyweight champion is nursing an injury, meaning Parker has to defend his position as the next in line to face the Ukrainian.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 16

Callum Simpson Vs. Hamzah Sheeraz Talks Take Place

An all-British battle at super middleweight could be close, as negotiations continue for a clash between unbeaten fighters Callum Simpson and Hamzah Sheeraz for the EBU Super Middleweight Title.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 16

Is Derek Chisora Vs. Zhilei Zhang Next?

Zhilei Zhang wants to take on Derek Chisora, with the Chinese heavyweight’s team saying the ball is in the Brit’s court. Zhang’s team has confirmed that they are now waiting on Chisora’s camp to say whether they want to go ahead with a December 13 Manchester, England, fight.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 15

Hamzah Sheeraz Makes Career Decision Following Canelo Alvarez Surgery News

Hamzah Sheeraz has been eyeing for a Canelo Alvarez fight for a while now. Following his stoppage win against Edgar Berlanga, Sheeraz established himself as a top contender in the super middleweight division.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / October 15