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Harlem Eubank knocked out Jaron Ennis’ training partner in final fight before Jack Catterall step-up

Jack Catterall is unfortunate to not have been a world champion by now, but is stepping up to a new division, and facing a new threat, tonight. Jack Catterall dropped a close decision loss to Arnold Barboza Jr.

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Jack Catterall vs. Harlem Eubank: Live Results Recap

Welcome to the live results recap of Jack Catterall (30-2, 13 KOs) vs. Harlem Eubank (21-0, 9 KOs)! Their bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card – done in collaboration with Wasserman Boxing – at the AO Arena in Manchester, England.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

Former Canelo Alvarez opponent on getting dropped by Mexican legend and what he learned from headliner loss

Edgar Berlanga will look to make it two wins in a row when he takes on Hamzah Sheeraz on July 12th in New York. Competing on an event that also includes Shakur Stevenson, Berlanga goes into the bout with his British rival with a 23-1 record.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

Five overlooked fights taking place on 2025’s biggest night of boxing as Manny Pacquiao and Daniel Dubois steal the show

Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios and Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois are taking center-stage on July 19th, but five more overlooked fights are happening on boxing’s biggest night.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

‘Shook me to my boots’… Daniel Dubois’ fan-favorite sparring partner predicts KO in Oleksandr Usyk rematch

Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will fight for a second time on July 19th, though many believe the result could be entirely different. Oleksandr Usyk defeated Daniel Dubois in 2023 in Poland, after being dropped by a controversial low-blow from Dubois, and rallying to get up and finish the Brit with a jab.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

Eddie Hearn gives brutal assessment of ’50-50′ Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul fight

Jake Paul made a number of notable callouts following his win last Saturday over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Not only is Paul trying to disrupt a cruiserweight title unification bout between Jai Opetaia and Gilberto Ramirez, but he also called out Gervonta Davis and Anthony Joshua.

Katie Taylor News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

Katie Taylor knocked down and dominated former world champion to defend undisputed world titles in 2021

Katie Taylor has beaten every opponent she has ever faced, as she has helped to elevate the status of women’s boxing. Only suffering one loss in her career, Taylor was able to get revenge on Chantelle Cameron, who spoiled the Irish woman’s homecoming.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

The last man Manny Pacquiao defeated gives shock insight ahead of Mario Barrios comeback fight… ‘He can hurt him’

Manny Pacquiao is returning to the ring on July 19th to fight for Mario Barrios’ world title. Manny Pacquiao is returning to boxing having last fought in 2021, when he was beaten by Yordenis Ugas.

Julio Cesar Chavez News / Dice City Sports / July 5

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. To Serve Prison Time In Mexico?

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Friday that boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. had an outstanding arrest warrant in Mexico dating back to 2023, but authorities were unable to act on it because he had been residing primarily in the United States.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 5

Jai Opetaia aiming to spoil Jake Paul’s plans as he makes cruiserweight callout

Jai Opetaia has been in pursuit of a cruiserweight unification bout in recent times as the unbeaten fighter currently holds the IBF title. Opetaia’s recent win over Claudio Squeo improved his record to 28-0, in what was the third defense of his IBF title in his second reign.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 5

How Can Boxing Prevent Fighters From Running?

Roy Jones Jr. says there needs to be rules to prevent fighters from refusing to engage and run as we look at how this could be addressed. Jones’ comments arrive in the aftermath of the May 2 Times Square card.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 5

Is Dave Allen Ready For The Big Fights?

Eddie Hearn wants Dave Allen to box Deontay Wilder next rather than the latter facing Anthony Joshua, but is he ready for the big fights? Allen is looking for the bigger fights following his recent fifth-round stoppage win over Johnny Fisher.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 4

Roy Jones Jr Breaks Down Manny Pacquiao’s Path To Victory Against Mario Barrios

46-year-old Manny Pacquiao makes his return to the ring against Mario Barrios on July 19. 'Pacman' is challenging for the WBC welterweight title. A former eight division world champion, the only in boxing history, Pacquiao is looking to achieve greatness yet again.

Boxing News / NY Fights / July 4

Catterall vs Eubank Headlines Independence Day Weekend

While American boxing fans take a break to celebrate the Independence Day weekend, we bear no grudge toward the British who lost that big title fight against us in 1776.

Jack Catterall News / Fights Around The World / July 4

Jack Catterall vs. Harlem Eubank: Weigh-In Results & Betting Odds

On Friday afternoon, Jack Catterall (30-2, 13 KOs) and Harlem Eubank (21-0, 9 KOs) came underneath the welterweight limit of 147 pounds, making their DAZN main event on Saturday night official.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 4

IBF Orders Dmitry Bivol Mandatory Against Michael Eifert

The IBF has officially ordered unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol 24-1 (12 KOs) to defend his title against mandatory challenger Michael Eifert, marking the second attempt by the sanctioning body to secure a world title opportunity for the German contender.

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Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 4

David Benavidez To Defend Belt Against Power Punching Veteran

David Benavidez is scheduled to make the first defense of his WBC light heavyweight title against Anthony Yarde on a Riyadh Season card in November, Turki Alalshikh confirmed Thursday.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 4

Canelo Alvarez’s Coach Eddy Reynoso Makes Major Claim Ahead Of Terence Crawford Fight

The undisputed super middleweight title will be on the line for Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford on September 13. The two fighters have completed their three city press tour in Riyadh, New York, and Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 4

Five Biggest Rivalries in Women’s Boxing History Ranked

On July 11 at Madison Square Garden in New York, Katie Taylor will once again face her old foe Amanda Serrano, this time in their third meeting. With Taylor currently leading 2-0, it got us thinking at Big Fight Weekend about womens boxing rivalries.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / July 4

Tyson Fury Announces 3rd Fight With Oleksandr Usyk

Tyson Fury has shared that a third fight with unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is set for April 18, 2026, at Wembley Stadium. The news comes after Turki Alalshikh, owner of Ring Magazine, said Fury would be returning in 2026.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Oleksandr Usyk’s star pupil takes on proven spoiler on blockbuster Daniel Dubois rematch card

Oleksandr Usyk hopes to do the double on yet another British fighter as he gears up to rematch Daniel Dubois. Oleksandr Usyk will battle it out with Daniel Dubois for a second time on July 19th in a bid to put any low-blow controversy to bed once and for all.

Jake Paul News / Total Apex Sports / July 4

Huge News: Jake Paul Is Now a Ranked Boxer

Jake Paul is one step closer to becoming a world champion, which he has repeatedly said is his dream. The WBA (World Boxing Association) has ranked Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) at 14 after his victory against former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Julio Cesar Chavez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4

Video surfaces of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. being arrested

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was arrested this week by the United States’ Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and a video has since emerged that shows the professional boxer being detained.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 4

IBF Title Eliminator Ordered to Decide Hitchins’ Mandatory Challenger

As reported by Dan Rafael and others, the IBF has ordered an intriguing super lightweight title eliminator, with former champ Liam Paro potentially facing undefeated Mexican Lindolfo Delgado.

Gervonta Davis News / KO on SI / July 4

Gervonta Davis Issued Knockout Warning From Top Contender’s Father: ‘He’s Not Invincible'

Gervonta Davis is set to take on Lamont Roach in a rematch on August 16 as the controversial first fight between the pair ended in a majority draw. While Davis retained his WBA lightweight title, there are questions about whether he trained seriously for the first Roach fight and whether 'Tank' may be on the decline.