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Gervonta Davis Coach Sets Record Straight On Retirement Claim

During a press conference a few months before his March 1 fight against Lamont Roach Jr., WBA lightweight champion and pound-for-pound great Gervonta "Tank" Davis said to reporters, "After next year, I'm out of it.

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Matchroom Boxing reveals ‘game changer’ signing – Eddie Hearn hails ‘generational talent’

Matchroom Boxing remains involved with some of the biggest fighters and cards in boxing. The promotional giant has now announced the significant signing of Ben Whittaker to a long-term deal.

Dave Allen News / Fights Around The World / October 6

Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov: Live Stream, Betting Odds & Fight Card

Matchroom Boxing will be busy on Saturday as they first host a fight card from the Sheffield Arena in the U.K., as heavyweights Dave Allen and Arslanbek Makhmudov will headline the card, which streams live on DAZN.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 6

Jaron Ennis vs Uisma Lima: Live Stream, Betting Odds & Fight Card

Matchroom Boxing heads back to the city of brotherly love on Saturday night as Jaron’Boots’ Ennis makes his junior middleweight debut against Uisma Lima.

Anthony Joshua News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Anthony Joshua receives ‘enormous’ fight offer from knockout star he was set to face 8 years ago

With the Anthony Joshua comeback merry-go-round in full swing, a rival from the ex-champion’s past has once more emerged with a new offer. Expected to make his return to boxing at the turn of the year, former two-time world heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua has been on the receiving end of some high-profile fight offers as a result.

Moses Itauma News / KO on SI / October 6

Frank Warren Stunned By “Mad” Figures Fighters Want To Face Moses Itauma As He Discusses Next Fight

Moses Itauma is one of the brightest names in the world of boxing, despite still being just 20 years old. The Englishman has been able to pass all the tests of his professional career so far with a perfect 13-0 record.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 6

Jai Opetaia stuck in neutral with Cinkara mandatory — eyes 2026 unifications and a Benavidez blockbuster

Ring and IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia says he’s ready for legacy fights, but the calendar says “mandatory.” The unbeaten Australian (28–0, 22 KOs) will defend his titles on Dec.

Dave Allen News / Big Fight Weekend / October 6

Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On Saturday, October 11, at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield, Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov will headline a Matchroom Boxing card, live worldwide on DAZN.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Manny Pacquiao was nearly knocked out by illegal punch from controversial star in bitter rematch

Stopped with strikes just three times in his decorated boxing career, Manny Pacquiao can count himself lucky to have avoided another finish in hugely controversial circumstances.

Terence Crawford News / KO on SI / October 6

The Boxing World Is All Saying The Same Thing About Terence Crawford’s Next Move

One of the biggest stories in the boxing world right now is what Terence Crawford is going to do next after his dominant unanimous decision win against Canelo Alvarez last month.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 6

Gervonta Davis’ trainer reveals his only concern ahead of Jake Paul exhibition

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

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Manny Pacquiao’s world title shot delayed as boxer who ‘beat’ Gervonta Davis snatches his fight date

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will not return to the ring before the end of 2025. The former eight-weight world champion tried to make history in a comeback fight earlier this year.

Turki Alalshikh News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Eddie Hearn, Turki Alalshikh Announce Major Boxing Deal

Close on the heels of BOXXER, Matchroom Boxing has now stepped in to ink a groundbreaking deal with Turki Alalshikh‘s Riyadh Season. The news has taken the boxing world by storm.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 6

Lennox Lewis to Oleksandr Usyk: 'Retire on top like I did'

Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has reached rarified air. After a four-year run that saw him defeat Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois twice each Usyk (24–0, 15 KOs) stands alone at the summit, weighing what comes next.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 6

Jaron Ennis Vs. Uisma Lima Preview

Jaron Ennis boxes Uisma Lima in a WBA title eliminator in his debut at 154 this weekend, as we preview the upcoming fight. Ennis’ decision to leave the welterweight division comes after a run that saw him unify two major world titles.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 5

Joshua–Fury talks gain momentum after Riyadh meeting with Turki Alalshikh

Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua is once again on a collision course with Tyson Fury after “positive” discussions with Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and head of Riyadh Season.

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Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Manny Pacquiao wanted to ‘fight’ Floyd Mayweather minutes after beating star tipped to replace ‘Money’

Moments after dispatching a star once tipped to take the baton from Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao offered to fight the Michigan star in an impromptu rematch.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 5

Gervonta Davis Coach Uses 3-Letter Word To Take Shot At Canelo Alvarez

Much of the praise heading into the iconic September 13 fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford was given to Crawford, since he was the one who was jumping two weight classes to take on the Mexican icon and (now former) undisputed super middleweight champion.

Terence Crawford News / KO on SI / October 5

Terence Crawford’s Coach Reveals Eye-Popping Price For ‘Bud’ To Fight Again

Terence Crawford's coach Bernie Davis has revealed what sort of offer it would take to see 'Bud' back in the ring. Crawford is on top of the boxing world following his unanimous decision win against Canelo Alvarez on September 13.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 5

Conor Benn retired former kickboxing star who fought Manny Pacquiao and Errol Spence Jr. with huge KO

Landing a significant career landmark before his rivalry with Chris Eubank Jr., Conor Benn would turn in a devastating victory over a star who fought the who’s who of the division before his retirement.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 5

Jaron Ennis vs Uisma Lima – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On Saturday, October 11, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, Jaron Ennis vs Uisma Lima will headline a Matchroom Boxing card, live worldwide on DAZN. The headline bout will be a WBA title eliminator.

Skye Nicolson News / Big Fight Weekend / October 5

Skye Nicolson reveals the best female boxer she’s ever seen

Skye Nicolson (14-1, 3 KOs) outclassed Sarah Mahfoud to win the WBC featherweight title in 2024, a belt she defended twice before suffering a shock split decision loss to Tiara Brown.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Caroline Dubois Brings Up Past Scandal in Retaliation to Alycia Baumgardner’s Warning

It’s war. Alycia Baumgardner and Caroline Dubois, the sister of former heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois and now the WBC lightweight titleholder, are going at each other’s throats.

Claressa Shields News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Claressa Shields’ New Song Sparks Brutal Fan Reactions

Fans had plenty to say after the GWOAT stepped into music with ‘IDGAF 2 Highlights: Claressa Shields, the GWOAT, drops new track The Breakfast Club shows

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 3

PFL CEO Gives a Resounding ‘Yes’ for Jake Paul vs Oleksandr Usyk

PFL’s (Professional Fighters League) new CEO, Paul Martin, might just have a crossover mega fight in his hands. While Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) is currently preparing to face Gervonta Davis (30-0, 28 KOs), the callout from Oleksandr Usyk has added a potential major showdown in the books.