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Five welterweight boxers to keep an eye on in 2026

The welterweight boxing landscape has changed significantly since Terence Crawford was its undisputed world champion. Since then, Jaron Ennis unified titles in the division and has moved up in weight.

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Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Frank Warren weighs in

Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois will headline a Queensberry Promotions fight card at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, live worldwide on DAZN PPV and DAZN Ultimate.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 18

Most Valuable Promotions deliver career defining title card on April 5

Most Valuable Promotions have continued to make an impressive impact on boxing, hosting huge events, such as Jake Paul’s fights against Mike Tyson and Anthony Joshua.

Manny Pacquiao News / Field Level Media / February 18

Manny Pacquiao, 47, returning to ring in Las Vegas in April

Manny Pacquiao will return to the boxing ring on April 18 in Las Vegas for an exhibition bout against former junior welterweight world champion Ruslan Provodnikov.

Claressa Shields News / Big Fight Weekend / February 18

Claressa Shields vs Franchon Crews Dezurn 2: Preview, betting odds and fight card

On February 22, at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Claressa Shields vs Franchon Crews-Dezurn 2 headlines a Salita Promotions event in partnership with Wynn Records.

Ryan Garcia News / ESPN / February 18

Ryan Garcia has the fame, but can he win a boxing world title?

Ryan Garcia is a supremely talented fighter at a career crossroads. Can he lock in and finally win a world championship?

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 18

Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia: Keyshawn Davis makes his pick

On February 21, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia headlines The Ring: High Stakes fight card. They will clash for Barrios’ WBC welterweight title, live on DAZN Pay-Per-View.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 18

Richardson Hitchins vs Oscar Duarte: Preview & Betting Tips

The clash between Richardson Hitchins and Oscar Duarte is a fascinating contest which is set to take place this weekend for the IBF super-lightweight title.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 18

Itauma suffered 'bicep tear' pre-Franklin fight

Moses Itauma has opened up on the bicep injury which forced the postponement of his heavyweight clash with American Jermaine Franklin Jr. earlier this year.

Leigh Wood News / ESPN / February 18

Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington II: Heated rivalry explained

Everything you need to know ahead of the rematch between Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 18

Manny Pacquiao Vs. Ruslan Provodnikov Exhibition Announced

Manny Pacquiao and Ruslan Provodnikov have inked a deal for a 10-round welterweight exhibition. The clash is set for April 18 from the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

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Boxing News / NY Fights / February 17

2026 Spring Boxing Schedule Heats Up

Fans making their plans to attend or watch key matchups in the 2026 spring boxing schedule have several cards now official, and key undercard fights added to the Fundora vs Thurman pay-per-view on March 28.

Dana White News / MyMMANews.com / February 17

Dana White can elevate boxing to UFC level, says boxing legend Amir Khan

British boxing legend Amir Khan sat down with Hard Rock Bet to discuss the current heavyweight landscape as Tyson Fury prepares to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

David Morrell discusses ‘all-out war’ as Callum Smith fight made official

A 12-round light heavyweight clash between Callum Smith (31-2, 22 KOs) and David Morrell (12-1, 9 KOs) has been officially announced. The bout will headline an April 18 Matchroom Boxing card at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, England.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / February 17

Carl Froch and John Fury’s feud continues on social media after altercation at Tyson Fury’s Netflix press conference

Carl Froch has offered to fight John Fury after the pair got into it at a press conference in London yesterday. The legendary former super-middleweight world champion was hosting Netflix’s coverage of Tyson Fury’s press conference with Arslanbek Makhmudov at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 17

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora: Undercard European title fight added

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London on April 4. The entire card will stream live on DAZN.

Boxing News / NY Fights / February 17

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. Set on Collision Course in Historic Throwback

Three months after his bout with Jake Paul, former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is set to return to the ring in a widely billed super fight. In a long-rumored clash that has hovered over the combat sports world for months, “Iron” Mike will face fellow American icon Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Boxing News / KO on SI / February 17

Tyson Fury Explains Why Deontay Wilder Will Never Be the Same Fighter Again

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder reignited the fire in the heavyweight division as their trilogy took place over the span of three years, from 2018 to 2021.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 17

UFC Fight Night – Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa: Preview & Betting Tips

The featherweight clash between Dan Ige and Melquizael Costa is one of the best matchups on this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card in Houston. Ige (19-10) has long been one of the most respected competitors in the featherweight division.

Boxing News / Trade Talk Sports / February 16

Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather Exhibition Now Has a Date and Location

Mike Tyson (59) and Floyd Mayweather Jr. (48) have reportedly agreed on a date and location for their long-teased exhibition fight—April 25, 2026, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Mario Barrios Reveals Lessons From Manny Pacquiao Fight Before Ryan Garcia Clash

With just days remaining until his high-stakes clash with Ryan Garcia, WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios is putting the finishing touches on his training camp at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / February 16

Tyson Fury: Anthony Joshua's car accident motivated boxing comeback

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury said "a tragedy that happened with Anthony Joshua" influenced his decision to come out of retirement for the fifth time.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 16

Bruce Carrington Targets Naoya Inoue Superfight At The Mecca

There’s only one name on Bruce Carrington’s mind when he talks about topping the biggest moment of his young career. And that name is Naoya Inoue. Fresh off his spectacular ninth-round knockout of Carlos Castro on the “The Ring 6” undercard at Madison Square Garden on January 31, Carrington isn’t thinking small.

Anthony Joshua News / Dice City Sports / February 15

Anthony Joshua Honors Fallen Friends With Tribute Tattoo After Tragic Crash in Nigeria

Two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has always carried his roots proudly. Now, he carries the names of his fallen friends with him permanently.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 15

Devin Haney Says 'Ship Sailed' on Garcia Rematch as 147 Landscape Shifts

When Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia first unfolded, it stunned the boxing world. Watching it live felt surreal. Garcia flipped expectations on their head with a performance that left fans and analysts scrambling for answers.

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