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Anthony Joshua suffered gruesome in-ring injury before scoring his most bizarre knockout

Fresh from his crowning moment in boxing, Anthony Joshua was forced into some bizarre in-ring adversity against a short-notice foe. Still yet to secure an opponent for his return to action at the turn of the year, Anthony Joshua is on a quest for a historic third world championship reign in the ring.

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Mary Spencer Vs. Mikaela Mayer – How Does It Play Out?

Mary Spencer puts her WBA Junior Middleweight Title on the line when she faces Mikaela Mayer, as we look at how the pair may approach the fight. Spencer makes her second defense of the belt after retaining it with a win over Ogleidis Suarez in April.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 28

Tszyu, Zerafa lock in mega January fight

A highly anticipated fight between the undefeated Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa has been agreed upon, with the star Australian pair to finally trade blows on Jan.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 28

Mary Spencer on Upcoming Mikaela Mayer Fight: ‘I Don’t Feel Like An Underdog’

MONTREAL, Canada (Oct. 28, 2025) — Two-weight queen Mikaela Mayer looks to conquer a third weight class on enemy soil. Mayer will challenge Canadian fan favorite Mary Spencer for the WBA super welterweight world title this Thursday, Oct.

Deontay Wilder News / Bloody Elbow / October 28

Iconic promoter names Deontay Wilder as the biggest ‘underachiever’ he worked with for one reason

Deontay Wilder wouldn’t necessarily spring to mind as a fighter who didn’t deliver on the hype. While he did suffer losses to the likes of Tyson Fury, which Wilder bounced back from in style, the American still achieved a successful career.

Oleksandr Usyk News / Bloody Elbow / October 28

Oleksandr Usyk urged to ‘retire as fast as possible’ and avoid fight with knockout king

With his boxing career that bit clearer, Oleksandr Usyk has been urged to strongly consider walking away from the sport for good. Sidelined through a niggling back injury since his summer knockout of Daniel Dubois, undisputed heavyweight kingpin Oleksandr Usyk has been linked with a whole host of return fights.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Report: Netflix looking into Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch

Netflix is considering putting on a nearly 10-year anniversary rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. The Ring’s Mike Coppinger reported on Monday that Netflix has been looking into the possibility of having Mayweather and Pacquiao meet in a fight next year.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 28

Jake Paul Makes Candid Admission About Fighting Gervonta Davis

The boxing world is now less than three weeks away from getting to witness one of the stranger bouts to take place in the sport's recent history. This is the exhibition bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta "Tank" Davis, which is taking place in Miami, Florida, on November 14.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 28

Foster-Fulton added to Cruz-Roach Dec. 6 card

O'Shaquie Foster will defend his WBC junior lightweight title against Stephen Fulton Jr. on the December 6 card headlined by Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz, the interim WBC junior welterweight champion, who will defend his title against challenger Lamont Roach Jr.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 28

Jaron Ennis shares his honest take on Vergil Ortiz Jr’s best attribute

On October 11, live from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA, Jaron Ennis made a successful debut at super welterweight, stopping Uisama Lima in the first round.

Floyd Schofield News / KO on SI / October 28

Floyd Schofield Breaks Silence Following Withdrawal From Bout With Joseph 'JoJo' Diaz

Floyd Schofield (19-0, 13 KOs) was forced to withdraw from a notable bout for the second time this year as he will no longer be facing Joseph 'JoJo' Diaz (33-7-1, 15 KOs) on November 8th.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Claressa Shields Fires Back at Laila Ali with Explosive Receipts

Boxing world reignites debate as two legends trade words online Shields responds with detailed clips and claims of long-standing tension Ali’s October 17th video sparks a deeper conversation about women’s boxing It’s not every day that women’s boxing turns into a full-blown soap opera, but this week, it did just that.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 28

Oscar De La Hoya Picks Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao Rematch Winner

Oscar De La Hoya has made his pick for the Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao rematch winner after reports surfaced that the two legends are looking to run it back inside the boxing ring.