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Rematch at Last: Claressa Shields and Franchon Crews-Dezurn 2 Set

A rematch ten years in the making was finally announced Tuesday, as Claressa Shields and Franchon Crews-Dezurn run it back after sharing their professional debut.

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Kubrat Pulev: ‘I’m Happy To Have This World Title In Bulgaria And I’m Going To Win This Fight’

DUBAI, UAE – December 10, 2025 – In a charged atmosphere thick with anticipation, WBA World Heavyweight champion Kubrat Pulev and challenger Murat Gassiev came face-to-face for the first time today at the official press conference for BETCITY IBA Pro 13, held at the opulent Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 10

Joshua vows to 'outshine and hurt' Paul Dec. 19

Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua tells ESPN he intends to "outclass, outshine and hurt" Jake Paul when the pair square off Dec. 19 in Miami.

Oleksandr Usyk News / ESPN / December 10

Oleksandr Usyk set to corner Anthony Joshua for 'championship fights'

Oleksandr Usyk could be in Anthony Joshua's corner for championship fights, the Ukrainian's team has said.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 10

2025 boxing top 100: Crawford, Shakur, Inoue lead rankings

Andreas Hale picks the top 100 fighters in men's boxing, including champions, top contenders and a lot of new faces.

Claressa Shields News / BoxingNews.com / December 10

Claressa Shields’ Next Fight Announced

Undefeated Undisputed Heavyweight Champion Claressa Shields will rematch Franchon Crews-Dezurn on February 22. The fight takes place in Shields’ home state of Michigan, Detroit, following their 2016 encounter.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 10

What’s Next For Lamont Roach?

Lamont Roach Jr. secured a second consecutive majority draw when he faced Isaac Cruz, raising questions over his next steps. The judges’ scores were 115-111 for Cruz, countered by two scores of 113-113, preventing both fighters of a definitive victory.

Mike Tyson News / MMA Weekly / December 9

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather head to Africa as fight date and location revealed

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather's highly-anticipated boxing bout has been given a date and location. Both Tyson and Mayweather's time in the exhibition boxing scene following their retirements from the professional side are far from finished.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / December 9

Manny Pacquiao was 16 when he fought minutes after tragedy struck his close friend on the same card

Manny Pacquiao had his hand raised in heartbreaking circumstances 30 years ago today. No discussion surrounding the all-time boxing greats can take place without mentioning Pacquiao, the only fighter in history to win twelve world titles across eight different weight divisions.

Terence Crawford News / Big Fight Weekend / December 9

‘That’s a little cowardice on his part’ – Ryan Garcia takes aim at Terence Crawford over WBC fallout

Terence Crawford has once again made headlines this week, with his response to the WBC, which announced at its convention in Thailand that Crawford was

Claressa Shields News / ESPN / December 9

Shields-Crews-Dezurn title match set for Feb. 22

Claressa Shields will defend her undisputed heavyweight title Feb. 22 against Franchon Crews-Dezurn at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 9

Eddie Hearn Defends WBC Decision

Eddie Hearn has come to the defense of the WBC’s controversial decision to designate Conor Benn as the next mandatory challenger for the welterweight title—despite Benn not fighting at 147 pounds for more than three years.

Isaac Cruz News / KO on SI / December 9

Teddy Atlas Gives Scorecard Take On Controversial Isaac Cruz vs Lamont Roach Draw

The interim WBC World Super Lightweight title was on the line on Saturday as Isaac Cruz successfully defended the belt against Lamont Roach. However, the title defense came by way of a majority draw, as opposed to a Cruz victory.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 9

Caroline Dubois world title clash joins Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua card

Caroline Dubois (11-0-1, 5 KOs) has officially joined Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and will be part of the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua undercard. The announcement was made via a MVP press release on Tuesday.

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Women's champ Dubois joins MVP, to fight Dec. 19

Most Valuable Promotions has signed WBC women's lightweight champion "Sweet" Caroline Dubois, who will fight Camila Panatta on Dec. 19 in Miami.

Jake Paul News / HITC / December 9

Fans fear Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua is off after update from ‘The Problem Child’

Jake Paul has raised concerns that his fight against Anthony Joshua might be in doubt after a concerning update from ‘The Problem Child’. Set for December 19, the fight marks by far the most challenging test of Jake Paul’s career as he steps into the ring with former unified heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 9

Isaac Cruz Shades Gervonta Davis, Calls For Lamont Roach Jr Rematch

Isaac Cruz is not satisfied with his draw with Lamont Roach Jr. Cruz defended the WBC interim super lightweight title against Roach on Saturday and retained the belt with a majority draw.

'I haven't retired taken official retirement from all formats' - Shakib Al Hasan wants to play home series to call it time

All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has reversed his retirement from Tests and T20 internationals, saying that he wishes to play an all-format series before hanging up the boots on his storied international career.

Badou Jack News / BoxingNews.com / December 9

Is Badou Jack A Future Hall Of Famer?

The WBC Cruiserweight title this weekend pits the champ Badou Jack against Noel Mikaelian in their rematch, as Jack makes his case for being a ‘Future Hall of Famer.’ Jack initially captured the WBC title in 2023 with a 12th-round TKO victory over Junior Makabu.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / December 8

Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson Will Take Place At The Madison Square Garden In NYC

The fight between WBO and Ring Magazine junior welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) and Shakur Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs) on January 31 now has a venue, according to a press release by Matchroom Boxing.

Badou Jack News / Big Fight Weekend / December 8

Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 – Preview, betting odds and fight card for December 13

On Saturday, December 13, at Ace Mission Studios, Los Angeles, Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 headlines a Bash Boxing, in association with 555 Media and Don King Productions event.

Erislandy Lara News / Dice City Sports / December 7

Erislandy Lara Scores Two Knockdowns to Retain WBA Middleweight Title

SAN ANTONIO — Erislandy Lara did exactly what he needed to do Saturday night at Frost Bank Center: win decisively, avoid damage, and keep his WBA middleweight title.

Rances Barthelemy News / Dice City Sports / December 7

Frank Martin Scores Vicious KO in Junior Welterweight Debut, Blasts Out Barthelemy in Four

SAN ANTONIO — Frank Martin returned to the ring Saturday night with the force of a man determined to erase his last performance from memory. And in his first fight at 140 pounds, “The Ghost” delivered exactly that a ruthless knockout win over former two-division champion Rances Barthelemy at the Frost Bank Center.

Boxing News / Action Network / December 4

Deontay Wilder Questions Integrity of Paul–Joshua Fight

Deontay Wilder calls Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua “a fun opportunity and a money grab,” saying influencer boxing reflects “the times and the generation