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Ryan Garcia weighs in on Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

On January 31, at Madison Square Garden, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the “Ring 6” fight card live on DAZN Pay-Per-View, with Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles up for grabs.

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What is Zuffa Boxing? Fighters, format, rules, more details

Dana White's Zuffa Boxing makes its debut Friday in Las Vegas. Andreas Hale answers some of the key questions you may have about the new promotion.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 22

Tszyu: I was robbed in shameful way by Zerafa

Nikita Tszyu says he was robbed of proving his boxing worth in a shameful way by Michael Zerafa in their farcical fight.

Callum Walsh News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Callum Walsh vs. Carlos Ocampo press conference quotes and fight prediction

Callum Walsh (15-0, 11 KOs) will soon take on Carlos Ocampo (38-3, 26 KOs) in a 10-round middleweight contest. Their bout headlines a Zuffa Boxing card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, NV.

Raymond Muratalla News / Dice City Sports / January 22

Andy Cruz Steps Into the Fire Against IBF Champion Raymond Muratalla in Las Vegas

When Andy Cruz turned professional, expectations followed him like a shadow. A gold medalist at the delayed Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Cruz was widely viewed as a future world champion long before he laced up his pro gloves.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 22

Russell's defense on Garcia-Barrios undercard

Gary Antuanne Russell's WBA junior welterweight title defense against Andy Hiraoka has landed on the undercard of Ryan Garcia challenging WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on February 21 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Raymond Muratalla News / Fights Around The World / January 22

Andy Cruz States That Raymond Muratalla Won’t Have An Easy Fight

2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics gold medallist, Andy Cruz (6-0, 3 KOs), has risen up the IBF lightweight rankings after his final eliminator. And now, he is all set to face Raymond Muratalla (23-0, 17 KOs) for the IBF lightweight title.

Jake Paul News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

Dramatic FBI Raid At $8M Calabasas Mansion Rocks Jake Paul’s Family

The FBI raid on Jake Paul’s $8 million Calabasas home is something his family still remembers clearly years later. His mother, Pam Stepnick, has spoken publicly about it for the first time.

Ryan Garcia News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia – Malik Scott makes his pick

On February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines a Turki Alalshikh (Ring Magazine) show, in association with TGB Promotions, Sela, and Golden Boy.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Liam Davies vs Zak Miller: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming featherweight bout between Liam Davies and Zak Miller is an intriguing domestic clash on the British scene. Davies (17-1, 8 KO’s) has steadily built a reputation as one of the most technically sound fighters in the lower weight divisions.

Moses Itauma News / Big Fight Weekend / January 22

Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin – Tony Bellew previews heavyweight clash

Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) vs Jermaine Franklin (24-2, 15 KOs) was due to headline the January 24 Magnificent 7 promoted by Queensberry. The card was ultimately postponed until March 28, following a torn bicep muscle injury sustained by Itauma.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Willy Hutchinson vs Ezra Taylor: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming light heavyweight bout between Willy Hutchinson and Ezra Taylor is a fascinating domestic matchup on the British scene. Hutchinson (19-2, 14 KO’s) enters the bout as a fighter many observers see as a potential future contender.

Israil Madrimov News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Israil Madrimov vs Luis David Salazar: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming boxing matchup between Israil Madrimov and Luis David Salazar is a classic example of styles make fights. Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KO’s) enters the bout with a reputation as one of the most technically gifted and physically imposing fighters in the junior middleweight division.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder, Derek Chisora Nearing Deal for Heavyweight Clash Later This Year

Two of boxing’s most battle-tested heavyweights appear headed for a collision course. Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and longtime contender Derek Chisora are finalizing a deal for a fight later this year, according to Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Five super welterweight boxers to keep an eye on in 2026

Super welterweight has changed a lot since Jermell Charlo was its undisputed champion. Sebastian Fundora, Xander Zayas, Abass Baraou, and Bakhram Murtazaliev all hold major titles in the division.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Keyshawn Davis Predicts Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden, the “Ring 6” fight card will take place, headlined byTeofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson. The entire card will stream live on DAZN Pay-Per-View for Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / January 21

Deontay Wilder is set to box 36-13 heavyweight despite Oleksandr Usyk fight talks

Deontay Wilder is reportedly finalizing a deal for his first fight of 2026. The former WBC heavyweight champion’s career appeared to be over after back-to-back defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora being finalised

As revealed by Brunch Boxing and Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former WBC challenger Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / January 21

Canelo, Crawford, Jake Paul, and Inoue Make UFC Champs Look Poor After World’s 100 Highest-Paid Athletes List

The issue of fighter pay in the UFC is an old one. However, despite being an old one, it still continues to incur the wrath of the MMA fans world over.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder Eyes Comeback Fight in London Against Derek Chisora

Deontay Wilder, the former world heavyweight champion, is in talks to return to the ring in a high-profile matchup against British veteran Derek Chisora this spring.

Jake Paul News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Boxing’s Top Earners of 2025: Canelo Leads with Huge Paydays, Paul Among Highest Paid

In 2025, professional boxing once again proved it can be one of the most lucrative sports for its biggest stars. A handful of elite fighters raked in eye-popping sums thanks to massive fight purses and additional income from endorsements and other earnings.