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Mike Tyson never considered fighting in UFC due to pay

Mike Tyson has every right to stake a claim to being the most famous fighter in history. While an appearance in the UFC, a sport he enjoys, would have been monumental, financial restraints stood in the way of it happening.

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Knyba vs Dawejko: Polish Pride On The Line in Philly

Passionate Polish boxing fans can look forward to a heavyweight fight for Polish bragging rights on Saturday, October 18 on the undercard to Danny “Swift” Garcia’s “Farewell to Brooklyn” event at the Barclays Center.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 13

Eddie Hearn Gushes Over Jaron Ennis And Makes Bold Claim About 'Special' Fighter

Boxing fans are campaigning for Jaron Ennis vs Terence Crawford following the former's devastating first-round knockout win against Uisma Lima on October 11.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 13

Johnson to defend titles on Paul-Davis undercard

An injury to Ellie Scotney has forced her fight with Mayelli Flores to be removed from the undercard of Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis. In its place, undisputed women's bantamweight champion Cherneka Johnson will defend her titles against Amanda Galle.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 13

Sources: Alimkhanuly-Lara unification on Dec. 6

A middleweight unification fight between Janibek Alimkhanuly and Erislandy Lara is set for Dec. 6 on the undercard of Lamont Roach Jr. vs. Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, sources confirmed with ESPN on Monday.

Danny Garcia News / Fights Around The World / October 13

Danny Garcia: ‘It’s The Real Danny Versus The Fake Danny’

PHILADELPHIA – October 13, 2025 – Philly boxing great and former two-division world champion Danny “Swift” Garcia held a media workout in his hometown on Friday ahead of Swift Promotions’ “Farewell To Brooklyn” event on Saturday, October 18 as he takes on Queens-native Danny Gonzalez in the main event from Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Anthony Joshua News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Anthony Joshua’s return could snap interesting 10-year stat as promoter hints at new fight date

Anthony Joshua’s return to boxing has seen another twist in this seemingly never-ending tale. Gearing up for his comeback to the ring for the first time since his stunning knockout loss to Daniel Dubois over a year ago, former two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has yet to land an opponent for the clash.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 13

Canelo Alvarez’s First Public Appearance Since Crawford Loss Has Boxing Fans Talking

Canelo Alvarez has kept a very low profile ever since his defeat to Terence Crawford exactly one month ago, on September 13. This isn't necessarily out of the norm for Canelo.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Evander Holyfield saw ‘dirty’ tactics used against Mike Tyson mocked by Russian giant in grudge bout

Iconic boxing star Evander Holyfield was the subject of much mockery from a Russian star before missing out on another historic title victory. Fighting late into the 2000s, former cruiserweight and heavyweight kingpin Evander Holyfield has his sights set on beating a historic record set at the latter of those weight classes.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 13

Eddie Hearn Reveals Notable Title Contender Turned Down 'Seven Figures' To Face Jaron Ennis

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis kept his perfect record intact on Saturday night as he improved to 35-0 (31 KOs) as a professional. Within just two minutes of his headline bout with Uisma Lima (14-1, 10 KOs), Ennis earned a TKO victory in his super welterweight debut.

Ricky Hatton News / Big Fight Weekend / October 13

Boxing’s bittersweet weekend – remembering Ricky Hatton and the sport’s cruel beauty

As footage showed Ricky Hatton’s funeral cortege rolling through Manchester on Friday, blacked out limousines shining like poured Guinness, the route was lined by Mancunians clapping and cheering, it was natural to wonder whether boxing would ever see his like again.

Boxing News / HITC / October 13

Mike Tyson says Jake Paul fight will help him improve ahead of Floyd Mayweather bout

Mike Tyson has said fans can expect a better showing when he faces Floyd Mayweather The former undisputed heavyweight champion appeared to be done with fighting after losing to Jake Paul by unanimous decision in November 2024.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 13

Keith Thurman Airs Frustration On Sebastian Fundora Fight Cancellation

Keith Thurman is not letting his canceled title fight with Sebastian Fundora derail his momentum. Thurman was scheduled to face Fundora for the WBC super welterweight title on Oct.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Mike Tyson says lesson learned from Jake Paul fight will make him ‘better’ against Floyd Mayweather

Mike Tyson has promised he will put on an improved performance against Floyd Mayweather. The heavyweight boxing legend appeared to be done with fighting after slumping to a unanimous decision defeat against Jake Paul in November 2024.

Danny Garcia News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Danny Garcia Vs. Daniel Gonzalez Preview

Danny Garcia will headline a card at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on October 18 against Daniel Gonzalez, as we preview the upcoming fight. The fight marks an emotional farewell for the 37-year-old Garcia, who captured world titles at both 140 lbs and 147 lbs.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 12

Angel Garcia Says Canelo Got It Right With Benavidez — And Wrong With Crawford

September 13 marked the third loss of Canelo Alvarez's professional boxing career as he was beaten by Terence Crawford via unanimous decision. Crawford jumped up two weight classes and against all the odds, dethroned the reigning undisputed champion of the division.

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Martin Bakole News / Big Fight Weekend / October 12

Martin Bakole’s trainer reacts to potential Bakole vs Makhmudov fight

At the Utilita Arena in Sheffield on October 11, Arslanbek Makhmudov (21-2, 19 KOs) got a much-needed victory against Dave Allen (24-8-2, 19 KOs) on a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 12

Dave Allen names hardest hitter after taking shots from Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Russian beast

Dave Allen has taken shots from some of the best heavyweights in boxing. ‘The White Rhino’ has squared off against top-quality fighters, such as Dillian Whyte and Luis Ortiz.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 12

Eddie Hearn backs Dave Allen and teases big comeback plans

On Saturday, October 11, at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, Dave Allen (24-8-2, 19 KOs) faced Arslanbek Makhmudov (21-2, 19 KOs) in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN.

Dave Allen News / NY Fights / October 11

Arslanbek Makhmudov Grinds Down Dave Allen For Decision Win

In a battle between two of the most fearsome animals in the boxing zoo, it was the Lion taking down the White Rhino as Arslanbek Makhmudov ground down Dave Allen to win a decision victory in front of Allen’s devoted fans in Sheffield at the Utilita Arena on Saturday’s Matchroom Boxing card.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 11

Joseph Parker Eyes December Return Offers to Fight Moses Itauma if Wardley Goes Well

Former WBO world champion Joseph Parker has offered to step in and fight Moses Itauma on Dec. 13 provided his upcoming clash with Fabio Wardley goes to plan.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 11

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis betting odds ahead of November 14 clash

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis headlines a Most Valuable Promotions fight card on November 14, live on Netflix at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. This controversial 10-round exhibition bout has attracted plenty of criticism due to the huge 65lbs weight difference between the two.