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Former Champion Calls Potential Mario Barrios-Ryan Garcia Title Fight 'Black Eye On Boxing'

Ryan Garcia continues to ruffle feathers with each step of his boxing career. Garcia, who returned from a year-long suspension with a unanimous decision loss to Rolando 'Rolly' Romero in May, is rumored to be the next opponent of WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios.

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Jarrell Miller And Eddie Hearn ‘Reunite’

Jarrell Miller was pictured with Eddie Hearn, as the pair appear to be on good terms, a turnaround from their prior bad relationship. Their feud started in 2019 when Miller tested positive for numerous substances, GW1516, HGH, and EPO, which prevented the Anthony Joshua fight.

Agit Kabayel News / BoxingNews.com / November 5

Agit Kabayel Vs. Damian Knyba – How Does It Play Out?

WBC Interim Heavyweight Champion Agit Kabayel will reportedly face Damian Knyba next on January 10 in Germany for his homecoming from the Rudolf Weber Arena in Oberhausen. Kabayel, 33, has established himself as one of the division’s most dangerous contenders, securing five knockout wins on the spin.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 4

David Benavidez Unleashes Brutal 4-Word Insult At Canelo Alvarez

David Benavidez has directed a brutal diss towards Canelo Alvarez. 'The Mexican Monster' chased a Canelo fight at super middleweight for a long time, but Canelo never gave him an opportunity.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 4

Jake Paul Called Out By UFC Legend, World Champion, And Former Canelo Opponent Amid Gervonta Davis Cancellation

Speculation was turned to truth recently as Most Valuable Promotions confirmed that the scheduled bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta Paul is canceled.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 4

Vergil Ortiz Jr.: 'I’ve already said yes' — blames Team Ennis for delays to 2026 super-fight

Vergil Ortiz Jr. says the holdup in making a blockbuster clash with Jaron “Boots” Ennis isn’t on his side. Speaking on Inside The Ring ahead of Saturday’s DAZN main event vs.

Ryan Garcia News / ESPN / November 4

WBC lifts ban on Ryan Garcia for racist remarks

The World Boxing Council (WBC) has lifted its ban on boxer Ryan Garcia, who was expelled by the sanctioning body in July of last year for using racist and hateful language on social media

Sydney Sweeney News / Fights Around The World / November 4

Exclusive: Sydney Sweeney & Christy Martin talk 'Christy,' which hits theaters on Nov. 7

The sport of boxing will once again be featured on the big screen this weekend (November 7) as Black Bear Pictures presents the biopic Christy, which releases at select theaters nationwide.

Sydney Sweeney cryptically teases real boxing opponent after Christy Martin biopic

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Boxing News / KO on SI / November 4

Terence Crawford's Reported Return Date Changes Canelo Alvarez Rematch Outlook

The boxing world has been eagerly awaiting what Terence Crawford's next move might be ever since he beat Canelo Alvarez on September 13 to take Canelo's undisputed super middleweight belts.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 4

Vasiliy Lomachenko Explains Retirement: 'I Lost Motivation After Haney'

Vasiliy Lomachenko says his final walk to the ring happened last May in Perth and he knew it. After dismantling George Kambosos Jr. over 11 one-sided rounds to claim the IBF lightweight title, the Ukrainian master chose silence over a victory lap.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 4

Jake Paul–Gervonta Davis Exhibition Canceled After Lawsuit

The anticipated exhibition bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta “Tank” Davis, originally scheduled for November 14 at Miami’s Kaseya Center. Has been officially canceled, Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) announced Monday night.

Ryan Garcia News / KO on SI / November 4

Ryan Garcia Gets Huge News From WBC Amid Mario Barrios Title Fight Rumors

Ryan Garcia is officially allowed to compete under the WBC banner again. Garcia is coming off a unanimous decision loss to Rolando 'Rolly' Romero in May, which marked his return from a one-year suspension due to PED usage.

Boxing News / ESPN / November 4

Ngannou bashes Jake Paul for 'disrespect'

Jake Paul has been accused of "disrespect" by Francis Ngannou for enquiring about a fight.

Boxing News / HITC / November 4

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis cancelled as Paul shifts plans toward a 2025 return

Just days before the scheduled fight, Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis has officially been cancelled. Paul, who’s made a name for himself in boxing after his time on YouTube, was set to face off against Davis in a matchup that drew interest due to the significant size difference between the two.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / November 3

Gervonta Davis, accused of battery, dropped from fight vs. Jake Paul

Gervonta Davis, the subject of a civil lawsuit and a related criminal investigation, will not fight Jake Paul as scheduled on Nov. 14 in Miami. Courtney Rossel, Davis' ex-girlfriend, accused Davis of battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

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David Benavidez News / BoxingNews.com / November 4

David Benavidez Vs. Zurdo Ramirez – How Does It Play Out?

Negotiations are reportedly underway for a 2026 fight between David Benavidez and unified cruiserweight champion Zurdo Ramirez, which could come about if they win their next fights. Eric Gomez of Golden Boy Promotions confirmed the news, putting the pressure on both men to win their next fights.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Jake Paul-Gervonta Davis Nov. 14 fight gets cancelled

The upcoming exhibition bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis is officially off.

Johnny Fisher News / Big Fight Weekend / November 3

‘He punches ridiculously hard’: Johnny Fisher discusses power of new stablemate

Johnny Fisher (15-1, 13 KOs) raced to 13-0, knocking out all but one of his opponents. Fisher then stepped up in class and faced the experienced Dave Allen, with “The Romford Bull” earning a razor-close split-decision win, before being brutally stopped in the rematch.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 2

George Groves discusses Oleksandr Usyk’s legacy after Max Kellerman’s comments

Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs) enjoyed a storied amateur career, winning a plethora of medals, including gold in the heavyweight division at the 2012 Olympics

Joshua Buatsi News / NY Fights / November 1

Joshua Buatsi Wins, But Doesn’t Impress on Saturday

British light heavyweights Joshua Buatsi and Queensberry stablemate Zach Parker of Derbyshire stood on the brink of world title contention with a victory Saturday in Manchester.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 1

Eddie Hearn Believes That Devin Haney Is ‘Poisoned by Money’

Devin Haney (32-0, 16 KOs) is preparing to face Brian Norman Jr (28-0, 22 KOs) in Riyadh on November 22. While boxing aficionados are hoping to see ‘The Dream’ perform with the same fire that he showed early in his career, promoter Eddie Hearn is not convinced.

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.