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Jake Paul Reveals Next Steps And Personal Plans After Joshua Loss

The boxing community is still buzzing about the fact that Jake Paul was knocked out by Anthony Joshua in their December 19 fight. Even though this outcome

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Jake Paul's Mom Slams Eddie Hearn But Praises Classy Anthony Joshua Moment

Nobody hated Jake Paul's first knockout loss more than his mother, Pam Stepnick. Nobody would want to see their child take the punishment that Paul did, but Stepnick was particularly angry about Eddie Hearn's post-fight reaction.

Boxing News / The Body Lock / December 24

Anthony Joshua Suggests Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia as Jake Paul’s Next Opponents

Jake Paul suffered a knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua last weekend, resulting in a double jaw break Paul faces a mandatory 60-day suspension from the

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 24

Will Shakur Ever Fight Keyshawn Davis?

WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson has shut down the idea of a showdown with Keyshawn Davis, stating it would take an “absurd” $500 million to consider the fight.

Jaron Ennis News / BoxingNews.com / December 23

Ortiz Vs. Ennis Hits Another Roadblock

Talks over Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis fight have stalled due to disagreements over money. The primary hurdle lies in a disconnect between Ortiz’s manager, Rick Mirigian, and his promoters at Golden Boy, Oscar De La Hoya and Eric Gomez.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 23

Ryan Garcia Calls For Tank Davis Rematch

Ryan Garcia has reignited his rivalry with Gervonta Davis, calling for a rematch to avenge the loss in the first fight. Garcia experienced his first loss after Davis stopped him in the seventh round with a body shot during their lightweight encounter.

Jake Paul News / ESPN / December 23

Joshua's KO of Paul draws 33M viewers on Netflix

Anthony Joshua's vicious sixth-round knockout of Jake Paul drew an average minute audience of 33 million globally, according to Netflix.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 23

Netflix announces viewership stats for Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua clash

Netflix has formally announced the number of people who tuned in to watch Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua. According to a post on their social media accounts, 33 million viewers around the world tuned in to see the clash.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 23

George Groves gives honest opinion on Anthony Joshua’s legacy after Jake Paul fight

On December 19, the boxing world all stopped to watch Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami. The build-up was full of intrigue, with many wondering what Joshua had left and whether Paul could absorb the huge punch power of the Brit.

Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / December 23

Floyd Mayweather included as Manny Pacquiao’s advisor weighs up four potential opponents

Manny Pacquiao wants to land a big-name opponent for his next bout. Now 47, the eight-weight world champion came out of retirement earlier this year after four years away from boxing.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 23

Eddie Hearn Reveals Anthony Joshua's Next Steps After Demolition of Jake Paul

On Friday, December 19, Anthony Joshua defeated Jake Paul via knockout in round six of their heavyweight bout. The blockbuster fight took place in Miami, Florida, as 'AJ' returned to the ring in style after a 14-month layoff.

Naoya Inoue News / Dice City Sports / December 23

Naoya Inoue: 'Maybe I Don’t Need To Prioritize Entertainment Every Fight'

There were stretches of his most recent title defense when Naoya Inoue felt the urge the familiar instinct to close the show with a knockout. But for the first time in his career, he consciously suppressed it.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 22

WBO orders Hamzah Sheeraz title fight after Terence Crawford's retirement

Following undefeated star Terence Crawford's retirement, the WBO has ordered Hamzah Sheeraz to fight Diego Pacheco for the vacant super-middleweight title.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 22

WBO Orders Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Diego Pacheco for Vacant Super Middleweight Title

The hunt for a new WBO super middleweight champion is officially underway. On Monday, the sanctioning body ordered unbeaten contenders Hamzah Sheeraz and Diego Pacheco to fight for its vacant 168-pound title the belt recently relinquished by newly retired three-division undisputed champion Terence Crawford.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 22

Eddie Hearn: Anthony Joshua Prefers Fabio Wardley Next But Fury Fight Likely Overrides It

Anthony Joshua may have just knocked out Jake Paul in Miami, but the discussion around his next move has shifted to a far more serious question: Does Joshua want Fabio Wardley before Tyson Fury?