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Canelo Alvarez Sends Clear Retirement Message On 20th Career Anniversary

Canelo Alvarez has completed two decades in his storied professional career. It's been exactly 20 years since the Mexican superstar made his professional debut against Abraham Gonzalez in 2005, winning via fourth-round TKO.

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Canelo Alvarez On His Future – ‘My Passion Is Stronger’

Canelo Alvarez has spoken out following his loss to Terence Crawford by shutting down suggestions he will retire. Canelo lost his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title to Terence Crawford last month, as he experienced the third loss of his career.

Manny Pacquiao News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Boxing Legend Wants Manny Pacquiao to Fight Him Instead of Floyd Mayweather

With rumors about a potential blockbuster rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather swirling this past week, Manny Pacquiao finally confirmed that he is in active talks for a second fight.

Badou Jack News / NY Fights / October 29

Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian Set Rematch on Dec. 13 in LA

Championship boxing returns to Los Angeles once more in 2025 as Championing Mental Health presents CMH 2: Rematch Season on Saturday, December 13 at Ace * Mission Studios in Los Angeles, presented by Bash Boxing and 555 Media.

Ben Whittaker News / Dice City Sports / October 29

Ben Whittaker Explains Boxxer Exit: 'Time Waits for Nobody'

Birmingham, U.K. — Ben Whittaker says uncertainty over fight dates pushed him to leave Boxxer for Matchroom, vowing to swap stalled momentum for a busy schedule and a fast track to a world title.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 29

Middleweight Unification Fight Added to Pitbull vs Roach Card

WBA Middleweight World Champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara of Cuba will take on unified WBO and IBF Middleweight World Champion Janibek Alimkhanuly of Kazakhstan in the co-main event of the upcoming Premier Boxing Champions Pay-Per-View on Prime Video on Saturday, December 6, from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 29

Lenier Pero vs Jordan Thompson – Preview, betting odds and fight card for November 1

On Saturday, November 1, at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, Lenier Pero vs Jordan Thompson headlines a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN. Pero (12-0, 8 KOs) enjoyed a successful amateur career, winning two Pan American Games gold medals and competing at the 2016 Olympics.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / October 29

Mayweather-Pacquiao potential rematch could nix Mayweather-Tyson bout

A prospective exhibition match between boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. could be impacted by another potential mega-payday -- a rematch between Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.

Tim Tszyu News / Fights Around The World / October 29

Nikita Tszyu vs Michael Zerafa Set For January 16 In Australia

Two weeks removed from a car accident where he suffered minor injuries, Nikita Tszyu will be returning to the ring at the top of the year. Tszyu (11-0, 9 KOs) will take on veteran Michael Zerafa (34-5, 22 KOs) on January 16 at a location to be announced soon and streaming live on PPV (Kayo Sports in Australia).

Joshua Buatsi News / Sporting News / October 29

Joshua Buatsi vs. Zach Parker undercard: Main card fights before 2025 light heavyweight boxing match

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Boxing News / KO on SI / October 29

Former Opponent Predicts Upcoming Fight Between Devin Haney And Brian Norman Jr.

On November 22nd, Devin Haney will put his 32-0 unbeaten record on the line as he looks to become the first man to defeat Brian Norman Jr. (28-0) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Terence Crawford News / KO on SI / October 29

Did Terence Crawford Just Leak Next Fight Against Undefeated Champion?

The boxing world is in a collective waiting pattern to find out which direction Terence Crawford decides to go next in his boxing career. Crawford is still

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 29

Oscar De La Hoya blasts 'lies' fed to Ryan Garcia and Canelo Alvarez

The career of Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) remains up in the air, following the end of his suspension for failing pre-fight and post-fight VADA drug tests, with Ostarine found in his urine.

Manny Pacquiao News / ESPN / October 29

Pacquiao: Mayweather rematch among fight talks

Manny Pacquiao has hinted a rematch of his 2015 blockbuster with Floyd Mayweather Jr. could be in the cards next year amid "a lot of negotiations about my next fight."

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 29

Subriel Matias Vs. Dalton Smith Breakdown

Subriel Matias will defend his WBC junior welterweight title against Dalton Smith on January 10, as we look at how the fight could play out. Matias makes the first defense of his belt, which he acquired with a majority decision win against Alberto Puello in July.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 29

Mary Spencer Vs. Mikaela Mayer – How Does It Play Out?

Mary Spencer puts her WBA Junior Middleweight Title on the line when she faces Mikaela Mayer, as we look at how the pair may approach the fight. Spencer makes her second defense of the belt after retaining it with a win over Ogleidis Suarez in April.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Report: Netflix looking into Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch

Netflix is considering putting on a nearly 10-year anniversary rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. The Ring’s Mike Coppinger reported on Monday that Netflix has been looking into the possibility of having Mayweather and Pacquiao meet in a fight next year.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 28

Jaron Ennis shares his honest take on Vergil Ortiz Jr’s best attribute

On October 11, live from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA, Jaron Ennis made a successful debut at super welterweight, stopping Uisama Lima in the first round.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Claressa Shields Fires Back at Laila Ali with Explosive Receipts

Boxing world reignites debate as two legends trade words online Shields responds with detailed clips and claims of long-standing tension Ali’s October 17th video sparks a deeper conversation about women’s boxing It’s not every day that women’s boxing turns into a full-blown soap opera, but this week, it did just that.

Boxing News / HITC / October 28

Jake Paul admits nerves stepping in with knockout king Gervonta Davis in upcoming exhibition

Jake Paul is never short on confidence, but even he admits that stepping in with Gervonta Davis next month won’t be straightforward. Paul is back in the ring for what’s being billed as an exhibition, taking on WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis in a matchup sure to draw plenty of attention.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 28