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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.

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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 / 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.

Boxing News / The Body Lock / November 24

Mexican Monster Returns: Benavidez Destroys Yarde in Seven Rounds

David Benavidez defended his WBC light heavyweight title by stopping Anthony Yarde in round 7 at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia The referee called

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.

Vanes Martirosyan 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 / KO on SI / November 24

Where Jake Paul Believes He Has The Advantage Over Anthony Joshua

For the first time in his professional boxing career, Jake Paul will have no advantages on paper over his opponent. That has not stopped him from believing he should still be favored to beat Anthony Joshua.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / November 24

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua snubbed as rising star sparring partner says 1-0 boxer hit him hardest

Moses Itauma has named the hardest-hitting opponent he’s faced so far. The 20-year-old heavyweight prospect has sparred the likes of Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua, Joe Joyce, and Lawrence Okolie.

Jake Paul News / ESPN / November 24

Hearn: Here's why Paul wanted Joshua weight limit

Eddie Hearn has explained why Jake Paul wanted to impose a weight limit on Anthony Joshua -- and admitted his own crafty response to regain the edge.

Frazer Clarke News / BoxingNews.com / November 24

Frazer Clarke Vs. Jeamie TKV Preview

Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV will box on November 29 for the vacant British Heavyweight Title, as we preview this upcoming fight. The fight will be broadcast on the BBC, marking the first fight under BOXXER’s new broadcast deal and partnership with BBC Sport.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 24

What’s Next For Anthony Yarde After The Benavidez Loss?

Anthony Yarde has spoken out in the aftermath of his stoppage loss to David Benavidez. Yarde was stopped in the seventh round, as he missed out on securing the WBC Light Heavyweight Title.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 24

Raiders fire OC Chip Kelly

Halfway through his first season back in the NFL after an eight-year hiatus, Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly is right back out.

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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 / Athlon Sports / November 24

Terence Crawford Reacts Savagely After Devin Haney's Big Fight on Saturday

A sharper, more aggressive outing signaled a notable shift from recent form The performance drew a strong social reaction from a top pound-for-pound star

David Benavidez News / ESPN / November 23

Did Haney silence critics? No denying stardom of Benavidez, 'Bam'

David Benavidez, Devin Haney, Jesse Rodriguez and Abdullah Mason all won on Saturday. Andreas Hale provides takeaways on all four fighters.

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.

David Benavidez News / Big Fight Weekend / November 23

David Benavidez gives ‘all the credit’ to one fighter for pushing him to elite level

On November 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, David Benavidez systematically broke down Anthony Yarde and stopped him in round seven to retain his WBC light heavyweight title.

Boxing News / HITC / November 23

Ex-heavyweight champ says one factor could give Jake Paul a real chance vs Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua has a significant choice to make ahead of December 19, according to a former champion. From the moment Joshua and Jake Paul first faced off, the difference between them was clear, even without considering their respective boxing skills.

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.