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Lamont Roach Jr. Feels 'Disrespected' After Gervonta Davis Walks Away From Rematch

When Lamont Roach Jr. first shared the ring with Gervonta “Tank” Davis on March 1, he appreciated that the undefeated star gave him a shot most believed was unnecessary.

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Canelo Alvarez faces delayed 2026 return after elbow surgery and long recovery plan

Canelo Alvarez’s return to the ring looks set to be delayed longer than expected. The former world champion is scheduled to have surgery later this month to address a long-standing elbow issue, one that’s been bothering him for years.

Terence Crawford News / Big Fight Weekend / October 8

Terence Crawford vs Canelo – former world champion breaks down the victory

On September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Terence Crawford vs Canelo headlined a Zuffa Boxing card, live on Netflix. The undisputed super middleweight clash was billed as a superfight, with Crawford (42-0, 31 KOs) delivering a masterful performance, dethroning Canelo (63-3-2, 39 KOs), winning by unanimous decision (116-112, 115-113 x2).

Boxing News / ESPN / October 8

Martin-Barthelemy set for Fundora-Thurman card

Frank Martin will return to the ring for the first time since his June loss to Gervonta Davis to face former 2-division champion Rances Barthelemy on the Oct.

Anthony Joshua News / Bloody Elbow / October 8

Anthony Joshua agrees to fight Russian giant who revealed 2026 comeback deal

A fresh challenger has entered the sweepstakes to take on Anthony Joshua in his boxing return. Drawing notable links to a host of potential fights in his return to action as soon as next year, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is targeted to fight in a historic trip to Africa next.

Arturo Gatti News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8

Son of boxing legend Arturo Gatti found dead at 17

Arturo Gatti Jr., the son of boxing legend Arturo Gatti, has reportedly died at the age of 17. Chuck Zito, who was Gatti’s close friend and served as the former champion’s bodyguard, revealed in a social media post on Wednesday that Gatti Jr.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 8

Ahead of November’s Fight Against Anthony Yarde, David Benavidez Discusses His Future

WBC light heavyweight champion David Benavidez will face Anthony Yarde on November 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, but he already has his eye on the future, which could mean the next step in his young career.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 8

Ennis vs. Ortiz being lined up for 2026

Jaron "Boots" Ennis is being lined up to fight Vergil Ortiz in the first quarter of 2026 should he secure victory on his junior middleweight debut.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 8

World Champion Blasts WBO Over Fighter Management And Attempted Short-Notice Terence Crawford Fight in 2024

Sebastian Fundora (23-1-1, 15 KOs) is set to take on Keith Thurman (31-1, 23 KOs) on October 25th, 2025. Aiming to defend his WBC World Super Welterweight title, a win for Fundora would be his third successful defense of the belt.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 8

George Groves identifies potential ‘bogey man’ opponent for Moses Itauma

Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) is a name on the tip of many tongues in the world of boxing. His exceptional blend of speed and power has seen him bulldoze his way through every opponent so far.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 8

Deontay Wilder needed just 3 punches to bounce back from Tyson Fury defeats with vicious KO

Deontay Wilder showed he was still a force to be reckoned with in October 2022. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ was coming off back-to-back knockout defeats against Tyson Fury.

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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 8

Ryan Garcia predicts Manny Pacquiao’s fight with boxer who beat him

Manny Pacquiao is gearing up for his stunning return to the ring; however, his targeted foe should cause him some concern, according to a boxing megastar.

Manny Pacquiao News / KO on SI / October 8

Manny Pacquiao Announces Official Return Date After Mario Barrios Draw

Manny Pacquiao returned to the ring in July after four years of inactivity and managed a majority draw against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios.

Canelo Alvarez News / Bloody Elbow / October 8

Canelo Alvarez’s 2026 boxing return in doubt after major update on elbow surgery

Former world champion Canelo Alvarez may not be returning to the ring as soon as initially targeted. Set to go under the knife later this month, Canelo Alvarez will undergo a procedure to address a long-standing elbow injury, addressing wear-and-tear over the course of his decorated career.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 8

Tim Bradley Predicts Hypothetical Terence Crawford vs David Benavidez Fight

Tim Bradley has made a surprising Terence Crawford vs David Benavidez fight prediction. Crawford moved up two weight classes and defeated Canelo Alvarez to become the undisputed super middleweight champion.

Sikandar Raza picks his top five all-rounders of all-time, includes one Indian

Zimbabwe’s star skipper Sikandar Raza recently shared his top five all-rounders and moments from his own illustrious career. In an exclusive chat with CricTracker, the 39-year-old revealed his list, which includes one Indian.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 8

Eddie Hearn discusses recent Turki Alalshikh meeting – teases big plans for Anthony Joshua

Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing are in the midst of a busy week with Jaron “Boots” Ennis vs Uisma Lima and Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov. The boxing schedule has been somewhat light in recent months, despite the Crawford vs Canelo superfight.

Dave Allen News / BoxingNews.com / October 8

Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov: Preview & Betting Tips

Dave Allen squares off against Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield in what is set to be an electric main event. “The White

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 8

Josh Padley vs Reece Bellotti: Preview & Betting Tips

The super-featherweight clash between Josh Padley and Reece Bellotti promises to deliver fireworks when the two meet on Saturday night in Sheffield. Padley (16-1, 5 KO’s).

Ben Whittaker News / BoxingNews.com / October 8

Will Ben Whittaker Flop With Matchroom?

Eddie Hearn announced a massive addition to his stable, signing Olympic Silver Medalist Ben Whittaker to Matchroom Boxing. Hearn pulled no punches in

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 7

Boxfest XVI Kicks Off Fight Week on Friday

After a few quiet weeks on the boxing schedule, fans have several action cards to look forward to, kicking off on Friday, October 10 with Boxfest XVI. Red Owl Boxing brings its series to Los Angeles with Boxfest XVI at Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. The card streams live worldwide on DAZN at 11 p.m.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 7

Is Derek Chisora vs Zhilei Zhang Happening In December?

As the hunt continues to find an opponent for heavyweight Derek ‘War’ Chisora, one name has surfaced, and it’s a fighter that was linked to a Chisora fight a year ago: Zhilei Zhang.

Dmitry Bivol News / Dice City Sports / October 7

Dmitry Bivol targets early-2026 return after back surgery, eyes tune-up before bigger fights

Light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol is aiming to box again in the first quarter of 2026 as he rehabs from August surgery to repair a herniated disc in his lower back, manager Vadim Kornilov told The Ring.

Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / October 7

Manny Pacquiao’s team reveals comeback update and target opponents for 2025 return

Manny Pacquiao’s team has provided an update on his comeback plans, along with a list of big-name opponents they’re hoping to land. Even though Pacquiao is busy with his promotional work these days, he hasn’t shut the door on stepping back into the ring in the near future.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Ryan Garcia Defends Controversial Hall of Fame Take Against Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin

A quiet storm is brewing. If not inside the ring, outside, Ryan Garcia still packs a punch. With millions following, there’s a reason why, despite the ups and downs in his career, Garcia remains a popular figure.