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Oleksandr Usyk’s next title challenger will be one of two men after eliminator fight is announced

A final eliminator bout has been booked in the IBF heavyweight division with Oleksandr Usyk now set to fight one of two men. After knocking out Daniel Dubois this past July to defend his undisputed heavyweight title, Oleksandr Usyk teased at a potential retirement from the sport of boxing.

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Eubank Jr. promoter Shalom: 'He does want to continue'

Chris Eubank Jr. wants to continue boxing and hopes to aim for a return to the ring by mid-2026, promoter Ben Shalom has told ESPN.

Frazer Clarke News / BoxingNews.com / November 25

Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie TKV: Preview & Betting Tips

Saturday night’s showdown between Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV for the British heavyweight title arrives at a crucial moment in their careers for both heavyweights.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 25

Canelo Alvarez Reaches New Career Low Two Months After Terence Crawford Loss

Canelo Alvarez's loss to Terence Crawford has slowly ripped his career apart batthe seams. While the 35-year-old continues to insist that he is not retired and remains one of the biggest stars in the sport, his third career loss leaves him without a championship belt for the first time since 2015.

Ben Whittaker News / BoxingNews.com / November 25

Ben Whittaker vs Benjamin Gavazi: Preview & Betting Tips

Ben Whittaker takes to the ring on Saturday night to face Benjamin Gavazi in a 10-round light-heavyweight clash at the NEC in Birmingham. Whittaker (9-0-1, 6 KO’s), still in the early phase of his career following his Olympic success, has built a reputation not only around his skill but also his flamboyance.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 25

Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul — Carl Froch delivers surprising praise

On December 19, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul will headline a Most Valuable Promotions card, live on Netflix for all subscribers.

Jai Opetaia News / ESPN / November 25

Opetaia jumps at Jack after latest unification twist

Jai Opetaia plans to begrudgingly fly to Los Angeles and bail up his next target in person after the Australian declared he wouldn't be rushed out of achieving his cruiserweight unification dream.

Devin Haney News / BoxingNews.com / November 25

Is Devin Haney The Best Welterweight?

Devin Haney is the best welterweight according to The Ring’s latest rankings, which has drawn a reaction amongst fans. The rankings emerged after Haney became a three-weight world champion after beating Brian Norman Jr.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 24

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Ticket Prices Revealed

The cost of ticket prices for Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua have come to light. The unique heavyweight fight will go down on December 19, as Paul is challenging himself against a former two-time heavyweight champion in Joshua.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 24

Jake Paul Has Clear Timeline For Terence Crawford Superfight

When news broke that Jake Paul's scheduled fight against Gervonta "Tank" Davis was cancelled, it quickly came out that Paul was trying to pivot to several other massive names in the sport so that he could still headline a Netflix card by the end of 2025.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 24

Conor Benn: 'He Looked Scared of His Own Shadow'

Devin Haney made history on Saturday night and still walked out to a chorus of criticism. The former undisputed lightweight champion and reigning pound-for-pound player officially became a three-division world champion, dropping Brian Norman Jr.

Kubrat Pulev News / Fights Around The World / November 24

Kubrat Pulev vs Murat Gassiev Set For December 12 In Dubai

Dubai, UAE – November 24, 2025 – The International Boxing Association (IBA) are proud to announce a star-studded undercard for the upcoming BETCITY IBA

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 24

Jake Paul vs Terence Crawford — Nakisa Bidarian addresses rumours

On December 19, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua will headline a Most Valuable Promotions card live on Netflix to all subscribers.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 24

Eddie Hearn Reveals Lie That Led to Jake Paul Accepting Anthony Joshua Fight

There are still a lot of questions about what compelled Jake Paul to accept a professional bout against Anthony Joshua on less than two months' notice after his scheduled bout against Gervonta "Tank" Davis fell through at the end of October.

Ben Whittaker News / Big Fight Weekend / November 24

Ben Whittaker vs Benjamin Gavazi — Preview, betting odds and fight card for November 29

On Saturday, November 29, at bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham, Ben Whittaker vs Benjamin Gavazi headlines a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN. The main event will be for the vacant WBC Silver light heavyweight title.

Oleksandr Usyk News / KO on SI / November 24

Oleksandr Usyk's Manager Reveals Reason For Vacating Heavyweight Title

Oleksandr Usyk is no longer the undisputed champion at heavyweight after vacating his WBO title in November. Now, the belt resides with Fabio Wardley, who held the interim version of the title.

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Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / November 24

Ex-Olympic boxer Vanes Martirosyan dies at age 39

Former Olympic boxer Vanes Martirosyan has died. The World Boxing Council confirmed in a social media post on Sunday that Martirosyan has died at the age of 39.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 24

Ryan Garcia Reveals Only Way Jake Paul Can Beat Anthony Joshua

Everybody in boxing has been talking about Jake Paul's decision to fight Anthony Joshua on December 19, in a bout that will take place in Miami, Florida.

Frazer Clarke News / Big Fight Weekend / November 24

Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie TKV — Preview, betting odds and fight card for November 29

On Saturday, November 29, at the Valliant Live in Derby, Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie TKV headlines a Boxxer Promotions card live on BBC Two in the UK, with the undercard streaming on BBC iPlayer from 18:00 local time.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 23

Roy Jones Jr. Says Errol Spence Jr. 'Still Has the Glow'

The boxing world hasn’t seen Errol Spence Jr. inside the ropes in 848 days since that brutal July 2023 defeat to Terence Crawford. A night that abruptly halted one of the most dominant runs in modern welterweight history.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 23

David Benavidez Announces Next Move

A year of speculation has officially turned into reality: David Benavidez vs. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez is happening. Moments after dismantling Anthony Yarde in seven rounds in Riyadh, WBC light heavyweight champion David Benavidez revealed his next move and it’s a big one.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / November 23

Devin Haney, David Benavidez make statements on 'Night of Champions' card

On a night branded the "Night of Champions" at the ANB Arena, American stars Devin Haney and David Benavidez both delivered emphatic statements.

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Boxing News / Stadium Rant / November 23

Powerful Preview: ‘Taylor vs. Serrano’ Documentary

July 3rd heralded the release of the highly anticipated UFC documentary “Taylor vs. Serrano” on Netflix. This compelling film serves as a prelude to the eagerly awaited bout scheduled for July 11th, and it’s certainly something that fans and curious spectators alike will want to delve into.

Brian Norman Jr. News / Athlon Sports / November 22

Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr. Results and Highlights

Devin Haney and Brian Norman Jr. showcase contrasting styles and tactical adjustments Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez and Fernando ‘Puma’ Martinez deliver fast exchanges

Jesse Rodriguez News / Fights Around The World / November 21

Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez vs Fernando Martinez: Preview, Prediction & Betting Odds

2025 likely won’t be remembered as one of the most memorable years boxing has seen over the last decade, with the highs of Terence Crawford‘s victory over Canelo Alvarez on Netflix and the lows of the sport becoming even more fragmented, with high-priced PPVs emerging every other weekend.