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Jake Paul offered world title chance against ‘lowest hanging fruit’ champion who would ‘ice’ him

In his quest to win a boxing world championship, Jake Paul has just been offered his first legitimate opportunity. Returning to the ring next month, the polarizing content creator will share the ring with a current world kingpin — booking an exhibition clash with WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis.

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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.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 28

Teddy Atlas Gives Honest Take On Controversial Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley Finish

Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley were the headline act in London on Saturday night as the heavyweight contenders competed in a bout scheduled for 12 rounds.

Joshua Buatsi News / BoxingNews.com / October 28

Joshua Buatsi vs Zach Parker: Preview & Betting Tips

The light-heavyweight scene delivers another all-domestic British showdown this weekend as Joshua Buatsi takes on Zach Parker in the main event at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 28

Mikaela Mayer vs Mary Spencer – Preview, betting odds and fight card for October 30

On Thursday, October 30, at the Montreal Casino, Mikaela Mayer vs Mary Spencer headlines a Top Rank Boxing card, live on the Top Rank Classics FAST channel.

Liam Cameron News / BoxingNews.com / October 28

Liam Cameron vs Troy Jones: Preview & Betting Tips

The Co-op Live Arena in Manchester plays host on Saturday to an intriguing domestic light-heavyweight clash between Sheffield veteran Liam Cameron and rising Birmingham contender Troy Jones.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 28

Roy Jones Jr Tells Terence Crawford To Snub Canelo Rematch And Pursue Another Move

Roy Jones Jr thinks there's no need for Terence Crawford to fight Canelo Alvarez again. Crawford made history on September 13 as he moved up two weight classes to beat Canelo via unanimous decision in the fight of the century.

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Agit Kabayel Eyes a Daniel Dubois Showdown

Unbeaten WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel says his January homecoming won’t be a tune-up—and he’s openly targeting fellow Queensberry fighter Daniel Dubois as the dance partner.

Joshua Buatsi News / BoxingNews.com / October 28

Joshua Buatsi Vs. Zach Parker Breakdown

Joshua Buatsi boxes Zach Parker on November 1st at 175, as we look at how they may approach the fight. The fight is critical for Buatsi, who is looking to bounce back after suffering the first defeat of his professional career against former world champion Callum Smith in February.