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On YouTubeBoxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 7
Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz Jr – Xander Zayas predicts ‘belt to a**’
The super welterweight division continues to present many possible mouthwatering matchups. Xander Zayas recently won the vacant WBO super welterweight title, defeating Jorge Garcia Perez by unanimous decision.
Dmitry Bivol News / Big Fight Weekend / January 7
‘We can be ready to fight’: Dmitry Bivol’s manager confirms return timeline after back surgery
Lineal and unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol is edging closer to a return after undergoing back surgery in August. Since his historic win
Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 7
Alfredo Santiago vs Hendri Cedeno: Preview & Betting Tips
The upcoming bout between Alfredo Santiago and Hendri Cedeno may not command global headlines, but from a betting perspective it offers the kind of stylistic intrigue that often produces value.
Dalton Smith News / Athlon Sports / January 7
Subriel Matías vs. Dalton Smith: Preview, storylines
A major early bout has been set for boxing in 2026, with a high-stakes super lightweight title fight bringing together power, momentum, and real divisional consequences.
Anthony Joshua News / BoxingNews.com / January 7
Anthony Joshua’s Uncle Says He’s Retired
Adedamola Joshua, the uncle of heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, told the Nigerian newspaper ‘The Punch’ that the fighter has decided to retire from boxing.
Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 7
Canelo Returns To Training
Canelo Alvarez is back in the gym, but will he ever be the same? Just months after his loss to Terence Crawford and a subsequent surgery on his left elbow, Canelo Alvarez has officially begun his rehabilitation.
Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 7
Garcia Passes Lie Detector Test to Deny Haney Doping Claims
In a bid to clear his name, Ryan Garcia recently underwent a voluntary lie detector test to address the doping scandal from his 2024 fight against Devin Haney.
Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 6
Anthony Joshua May Never Step In the Ring Again: Retirement Rumors Swirl
The year 2025 had enormous highs and rock-bottom lows for former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. On December 19, under the bright lights of a Netflix-broadcast
Tyson Fury News / Bloody Elbow / January 6
Tyson Fury makes worrying ‘wheelchair’ admission ahead of planned comeback
At 37 years old, Tyson Fury has announced he will make another comeback to the sport of boxing. After suffering a second loss to Oleksandr Usyk at the end of 2024, Tyson Fury announced once again that he was retiring from the sport of boxing.
Boxing News / KO on SI / January 6
Teddy Atlas Names Pound-For-Pound Star As His 2025 Fighter Of The Year
With the conclusion of 2025, many in the boxing community have begun to debate who the most impressive athlete in the sport was over the calendar year.
Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 6
Zhilei Zhang Reveals His ‘Big Bang’ Hit List: Daniel Dubois, Tyson Fury, Fabio Wardley & Derek Chisora
It’s a new year, and heavyweight Zhilei Zhang aims to get back to winning ways, revealing the fighters he would like to face: Daniel Dubois, Tyson Fury, Fabio Wardley, and Derek Chisora.
Anthony Joshua News / HITC / January 6
Anthony Joshua’s family reveal retirement talk just days after car crash
A new report claims that Anthony Joshua has already made a decision on his future. Following his knockout victory over Jake Paul, many wondered if the fight would serve as a launchpad for another run at the heavyweight title.
Tyson Fury News / KO on SI / January 6
Tyson Fury Explains Motives Behind Boxing Retirement U-Turn
On January 6, 2026, former unified heavyweight champion Tyson Fury confirmed his return to professional boxing. In January of 2025, 'The Gypsy King' had announced his retirement from the sport after a second consecutive loss to Oleksandr Usyk.
Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 6
Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson – Buddy McGirt breaks it down
One of the most eagerly anticipated fights in recent boxing history will take place on January 31 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the “The Ring 6” fight card, with Lopez’s WBO super lightweight title up for grabs.
Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / January 6
The $40,000 gamble that turned Manny Pacquiao into a boxing legend
Manny Pacquiao’s career turned on a single decision he made in 2001. Back in December 1998, he claimed his first world title by knocking out WBC flyweight champion Chatchai Sasakul in Thailand.
Boxing News / ESPN / January 6
Boxing's best of 2025: Fighters, fights, KO, upset and more 
Terence Crawford, Gabriela Fundora, Rolando "Rolly" Romero and others were part of the best boxing moments of 2025.
Boxing News / HITC / January 6
Deontay Wilder names the hardest puncher he has faced amid Oleksandr Usyk links
Deontay Wilder has gone toe-to-toe with plenty of heavy hitters over the years, but there is one Frenchman who left a stronger impression than most. Towards the back end of 2025, there were signs that Deontay Wilder might make a return to boxing with a fight against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.
Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 6
Keyshawn Davis receives high praise from former world champion after Crawford retirement
Terence Crawford’s win over Canelo Alvarez saw the Omaha native on top of the boxing world. His subsequent retirement has left the number one pound-for-pound spot open for many.
Gervonta Davis News / BoxingNews.com / January 6
Gervonta Davis Names The Hardest Puncher – ‘It Felt Like There Were Bricks’
Gervonta Davis has long been regarded as one of boxing’s most devastating punchers, but Tank admitted Rolando Romero hits like a brick. Although Davis
Teofimo Lopez News / Dice City Sports / January 5
Teofimo Lopez Thrives as an Underdog
Teofimo Lopez is one of boxing’s most fascinating contradictions. Inside the ring, he’s an explosive athlete with rare timing and power. Outside it, he’s mercurial, provocative, and often surrounded by chaos.
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