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Oleksandr Usyk Targets First-Half 2026 Return; Parker–Wardley Winner Heads WBO Mandatory Queue

Reigning undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is eyeing a comeback in the first half of 2026, with the winner of Joseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley positioned as the frontrunner for his next defense, adviser Serhii Lapin told The Ring.

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Tyson Fury faces setback to comeback plans as Oleksandr Usyk news emerges

Tyson Fury’s hopes of a comeback against Oleksandr Usyk have taken another hit after fresh comments from the undisputed champion’s camp. Fury, who announced his retirement for the fifth time earlier this year, has since hinted at another return.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 21

Oscar De La Hoya Predicts Turki Alalshikh's 'Demand' For Next Canelo Alvarez Fight

In the weeks after Canelo Alvarez's defeat to Terence Crawford on September 13, it came out that Canelo needed surgery on his elbow, which would delay his initial return timeline of early 2026 to some point later on in the year.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 21

‘Don’t duck a fight with me’ – Lamont Roach Jr fires shots at Gervonta Davis

On November 14, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) and Gervonta Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) will headline a Most Valuable Promotions fight card live on Netflix.

Paulie Malignaggi News / KO on SI / October 21

Paulie Malignaggi Shows Off Gruesome Injuries After Thrilling Bare-Knuckle Victory

Paulie Malignaggi proved that he still has it with a split decision win over Tyler Goodjohn at BKB 47. With his 45th birthday approaching in November, Malignaggi ended a six-year layoff from the ring on Saturday.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 21

Parker Vs. Wardley Breakdown

Joseph Parker, the WBO Interim Heavyweight champion, takes on Fabio Wardley this weekend, as we look at how the fight will play out. Parker steps into the ring, showcasing the best form of his career.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 21

Usyk Will Face Parker vs. Wardley Winner

Oleksandr Usyk will return to the ring in the first half of 2026 against the winner of Joseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley. That is according to his advisor, Serhii Lapin.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 21

Lopez Eyes Pacquiao As A Shakur Alternative

Teofimo Lopez is pursuing a December showdown with Manny Pacquiao, given the uncertainty surrounding a bout against Shakur Stevenson. Lopez, who is the WBO Junior Welterweight Champion, is looking for the biggest fights after retaining his belt with a win over Arnold Barboza Jr.

Edgar Berlanga News / BoxingNews.com / October 21

Berlanga Targets A Big 2026 – ‘I’m The King Of New York’

Edgar Berlanga (23-2, 18 KOs) is targeting a return to the ring in 2026, with an eye on challenging the undisputed super middleweight champion Terence Crawford. Berlanga was stopped by Hamzah Sheeraz on July 12, as he was dropped twice in the fourth round before being finished in the fifth.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 20

Espinoza vs Khegai Scheduled November 15 in Mexico

Top Rank Boxing’s action star, Rafael “El Divino” Espinoza of Mexico, will defend his WBO featherweight world title against Arnold Khegai on Saturday, November 15, at Arena Potosí in San Luis Potosí.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 20

Canelo Alvarez’s Ex-Rival Shoots His Shot At Terence Crawford

Now that the iconic superfight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford (which Crawford won via unanimous decision, taking Canelo's undisputed super middleweight titles) took place over a month ago, the boxing community is no longer riding the collective high that came from witnessing that generational performance from Crawford.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 20

Thrilla In Manila 50 Celebrates Iconic Ali vs Frazier Boxing Event

In celebration of one of boxing’s most iconic fights of all time, Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) will stage a monumental double-header in the Philippines, Countdown to Thrilla in Manila on Sunday, October 26, at San Andres Coliseum, followed by the landmark Thrilla in Manila 50 event on Wednesday, October 29, at Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Danny Garcia News / KO on SI / October 20

Three Opponents Danny Garcia Should Consider If He Fights On

Danny Garcia (38-4, 22 KOs) fought an apparent swan song in boxing with a fourth-round knockout over Daniel Gonzales in their scheduled 10-round junior middleweight fight from the Prudential Center in New York.

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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 20

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua ‘dream’ fight earns surprise pick from British boxing icon

A long-mooted showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua may be too close to call, according to another former world champion Briton. Seemingly joined at the hip to an overdue grudge match, both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are inching toward their respective returns to the ring.

Jermell Charlo News / Fights Around The World / October 20

Jermell Charlo: ‘I Want All The Smoke’

Former undisputed junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo (35-2-1, 19 KOs) returned to social media with a video on Saturday where he called out Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and undisputed super middleweight champion Terence Crawford.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 20

Hamzah Sheeraz Eyes Bigger U.S. Fights in 2026 After Berlanga Breakout

After turning heads in his American debut, Hamzah Sheeraz says he wants more of the same on U.S. soil only bigger. The unbeaten super middleweight (22-0-1, 18 KOs) stormed onto the Stateside scene on July 12, stopping Edgar Berlanga in five rounds in the main event of The Ring III at Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens.

Gervonta Davis News / Big Fight Weekend / October 20

Lamont Roach Sr talks potential Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis rematch

On November 14, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) vs Gervonta Davis will headline a Most Valuable Promotions fight card live on Netflix.

Gennady Golovkin News / Bloody Elbow / October 20

Gennady Golovkin boasts a unique boxing record from 394 fights despite big scare

Over the course of his illustrious career, Gennady Golovkin can likely lay claim to a staggering record over any boxer in the past. A former undisputed

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Jake Paul Has Bold Response to Terence Crawford Comments on Tank Fight

Jake Paul reacts to Terence Crawford's recent comments Less than a month until Paul vs. Tank Davis exhibition Paul breaks down why he believes the fight is truly 50–50 You ever wake up and still can't believe what's on the boxing calendar?

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 20

Abdullah Mason Eyes History: 21-Year-Old Targets WBO Lightweight Title vs. Sam Noakes

When 2025 dawned, Abdullah Mason was “boxing’s top prospect.” By year’s end, the 21-year-old believes he’ll be something else entirely: the sport’s youngest world champion.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 20

Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley undercard blow

On Saturday, October 25, at The O2 Arena in London, Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley headlines a Queensberry Promotions show, live on DAZN Pay-Per-View. The Ring has today reported that the intriguing light heavyweight fight between Ezra Taylor and Lewis Edmondson has been cancelled due to an injury sustained by Edmondson.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Laila Ali Unleashes on Claressa Shields in an Unfiltered Response

Laila Ali drops a new tell-all video addressing her long-running feud with Claressa Shields. The clip includes years of background, interviews, and never-before-seen context.