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Anthony Joshua Planning Mid-2026 Return, But Not Against Tyson Fury

Despite having his life turned upside down at the start of 2026, Anthony Joshua plans to fight at least once before the end of the year. Before he fought Paul, Joshua had agreed to fight Tyson Fury under the Riyadh Season banner sometime in 2026.

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Josh Warrington admits: Retirement 'scares me'

Josh Warrington faces Leigh Wood in a hugely anticipated rematch on Saturday, but it's a fight which almost didn't happen.

Mario Barrios News / Big Fight Weekend / February 20

Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia: Teddy Atlas breaks it down

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.

Claressa Shields News / ESPN / February 20

How boxer Claressa Shields turned notoriety into main event fame

Boxer Claressa Shields, undefeated in the ring and undaunted online, has finally found the fame she always wanted. But at what price?

Leigh Wood News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington 2: When It Starts and Ring Walk Times

Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington are set to run it back after delivering one of the most solid all-British fights in recent memory. Their first clash had momentum swings, drama, and a definitive finish that still resonates with fight fans.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / February 19

Anthony Joshua targeting July return with Tyson Fury clash update given by Eddie Hearn

After a tragic end to 2025 for Anthony Joshua, the former heavyweight world champion is now working towards a comeback to the sport. Last December, Anthony Joshua took part in one of the most controversial fights of the decade when he took on internet sensation-turned boxer Jake Paul.

Claressa Shields News / Dice City Sports / February 19

Claressa Shields, Franchon Crews-Dezurn Set for Historic Heavyweight Clash in Detroit

DETROIT — There was no venom. No shouting. No theatrics. Instead, there was respect. As Claressa Shields stood behind a clear podium Thursday at Little Caesars Arena, previewing her undisputed heavyweight title defense against longtime rival Franchon Crews-Dezurn, the tone felt historic rather than hostile.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 19

Man admits plotting to bribe juror at boxer's trial

A man charged with trying to bribe a juror with up to $100,000 at the drug trafficking trial of a former heavyweight boxer pleaded guilty Thursday to obstructing justice.

Mario Barrios News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios: When It Starts and Ring Walk Times

Ryan Garcia is back under the lights on February 21, stepping into a high-stakes welterweight title clash against Mario Barrios for the WBC crown. The moment feels big — not just because of the belt, but because of what it represents.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 19

Manny Pacquiao Set for April 18 Exhibition vs. Ruslan Provodnikov in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS — Manny Pacquiao isn’t closing the book on boxing just yet. The 47-year-old legend will return to the ring on April 18 for a 10-round welterweight exhibition against former junior welterweight world champion Ruslan Provodnikov at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 19

Shakur Stevenson dismisses Ryan Garcia over potential 144 showdown

On February 21, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Ryan Garcia challenges Mario Barrios for his WBC welterweight title in the main event of The Ring: High Stakes fight card, live on DAZN Pay-Per-View.

Leigh Wood News / Big Fight Weekend / February 19

Leigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington 2 press conference quotes and fight prediction

Leigh Wood (28-4, 17 KOs) will soon face Josh Warrington (32-4-1, 8 KOs) in a rematch at super featherweight. Their 12-round bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham, England.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 19

Joshua to return to training, may fight in summer

Anthony Joshua is expected to return to camp in the coming weeks and could fight this summer, promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed.

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Jake Paul News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / February 19

Jean-Claude Van Damme issues stunning challenge to Jake Paul

In one of the most unexpected callouts, action movie legend Jean-Claude Van Damme has thrown down the gauntlet to Jake Paul, proposing a hybrid rules fight that would pit his decades of martial arts experience against Paul’s boxing career.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 19

Mario Barrios-Ryan Garcia: Picks, predictions, more

Two fighters and two trainers share their analysis and predictions for the Mario Barrios-Ryan Garcia title fight.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 19

Ryan Garcia sends brutal warning to Shakur Stevenson

On February 21, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Ryan Garcia will challenge Mario Barrios for his WBC welterweight title in the main event of The Ring: High Stakes fight card, live on DAZN Pay-Per-View.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 19

Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia: Preview & Betting Tips

The welterweight showdown between Mario Barrios and Ryan Garcia is for the WBC welterweight title on Saturday night. Barrios (29-2-2, 18 KO’s) enters as the naturally bigger man.

Boxing News / Total Pro Sports / February 19

Deontay Wilder Blasts Tyson Fury as 'Lowest of Scums,' Claims He Revived His Career

The heavyweight rivalry between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury has always been heated, but Wilder’s latest comments have taken it to another level. Speaking in a recent interview, Wilder did not hold back, saying Fury is the “lowest of scums of the earth” and claiming that he played a key role in reviving Fury’s career.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 18

Joe Frazier’s Iconic Ali Fight Robes Head to Auction

Two of the most iconic pieces from boxing’s greatest rivalry are officially on the market. The robes worn by Joe Frazier during his first and third fights

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.

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 / 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

Callum Smith vs David Morrell Confirmed For Light Heavyweight Interim Title

Callum Smith and David Morrell are set to lock horns for 'Mundo's' interim WBO World Light Heavyweight title in a highly-anticipated bout. The bout will take place on April 18 at M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, Smith's hometown and will be broadcast live on DAZN, Matchroom Boxing has announced.

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.