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Fundora–Thurman Expected for Pacquiao Undercard in Late January

Sebastian Fundora is expected to defend his WBC junior middleweight title against former welterweight champion Keith Thurman on the undercard of Manny Pacquiao’s comeback bout in Las Vegas, targeted for Jan.

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Latest Report Reveals Truth About Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford Rematch Clause

Terence Crawford defeated Canelo Alvarez on September 13 in the fight of the century via unanimous decision. Crawford moved up two weight classes and put on a spectacular performance to walk away as the undisputed super middleweight champion.

Manny Pacquiao News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Manny Pacquiao Comeback Card Gets Championship Fight

Hall of Fame boxer Manny Pacquiao recently announced that he will return to the ring for the second bout of his comeback, targeting a Las Vegas event on January 24.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Former world champion rants about ‘stupid’ MMA fans in response to Dana White’s boxing plans

A former boxer with an interesting history with MMA recently slammed the sport’s fans. In recent times, Dana White’s plans for Zuffa boxing have been met with criticism from people who are already involved in the sport.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 14

What’s Next For Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis?

After Saturday’s first round demo job of Uisma Lima, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis has officially entered the conversation at junior middleweight. With the buzz still surrounding the victory, will we finally see Ennis in a fight against another world champion or a significant opponent like Jermell Charlo?

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 14

Max Kellerman Suggests Terence Crawford Take On Undefeated Champion Next

There has been a lot of interest and speculation about what Terence Crawford is going to do next after beating Canelo Alvarez on September 13. What the

Amanda Serrano News / Fights Around The World / October 14

Amanda Serrano vs Erika Cruz 2 Set For January 3 In Puerto Rico

Women’s unified featherweight champion Amanda Serrano will begin 2026 with a January 3 fight in Puerto Rico streaming live on DAZN. The 37-year-old Serrano

Anthony Joshua News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Anthony Joshua urged to honor fight ‘promise’ with Russian giant in comeback by promoter

Anthony Joshua has been backed to deliver on a pre-fight promise to one of heavyweight boxing’s biggest boogeymen. Still yet to book his return to the ring, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been linked with a laundry list of potential fights.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Will Be Judged by AI — Here’s What That Means

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis will feature an AI judge alongside two human judges. The exhibition bout highlights a massive size difference, sparking curiosity and controversy.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 14

Serrano to defend featherweight titles vs. Cruz

Women's featherweight champion Amanda Serrano will defend her WBO and WBA titles against Erika Cruz in front of her hometown fans at Coliseo Roberto Clemente in San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 3, 2026, ESPN confirmed on Tuesday.

Manny Pacquiao News / KO on SI / October 14

WBA Order Puts Manny Pacquiao's Title Shot vs Rolly Romero In Jeopardy

Manny Pacquiao made a surprising return to boxing at the age of 46 in July when he took on WBC world welterweight champion Mario Barrios. Fighting to a draw, Pacquiao was not able to reclaim a championship belt, but impressed the boxing world in the process with his comeback.

George Liddard News / Big Fight Weekend / October 14

Kieron Conway vs George Liddard – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On Friday, October 17, at York Hall, Bethnal Green, Kieron Conway vs George Liddard headlines a Matchroom Boxing card, live on DAZN. The main event will be for Conway’s British and Commonwealth titles.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Canelo Alvarez receives fresh blow to Terence Crawford rematch chase in new development

Canelo Alvarez’s chances of sharing the ring with Terence Crawford in an immediate title rematch have just received a sizable blow. Now a month removed from his undisputed super middleweight title fight loss, Canelo Alvarez’s future in the ring is no clearer — akin to the future of newly-crowned kingpin Terence Crawford.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 14

Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman Gets New Date On Boxing Legend's Undercard

One week after their sudden fight cancellation, Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman already have a rescheduled date targeted. The WBC super welterweight title fight is now expected to be on the undercard of a Manny Pacquiao-headlined event in January 2026, Ring Magazine insider Mike Coppinger reported.

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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Floyd Mayweather Jr. was held back by team after almost starting fight with interviewer following controversial win

Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s career looks flawless on the face of things, but even he went through his fair share of controversies. Earlier this year it was announced that Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 14

Gervonta Davis vs Jake Paul undercard shaken up ahead of November 14 clash

On November 14, Tank Davis vs Jake Paul will headline a Most Valuable Promotions fight card at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, live on Netflix. This 10-round exhibition has been battered and bruised by the criticism of many, due to the significant weight disparity between the fighters.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 14

O'Shaquie Foster vs Stephen Fulton Gets New Date After Fundora-Thurman Card Cancellation

Stephen Fulton and O'Shaquie Foster will still settle their business before the end of 2025. The WBC super featherweight title fight was previously scheduled to be the co-main event of the Sebastian Fundora vs.

Tim Tszyu News / Fights Around The World / October 14

Nikita Tszyu Was Involved In A Car Accident And Suffered ‘Minor Injuries’

Junior middleweight prospect Nikita Tszyu was involved in a car accident over the weekend and suffered “minor injuries,” according to his promoter, No Limit Boxing.

Danny Garcia News / BoxingNews.com / October 14

Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez Breakdown

Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez takes place on October 18, as we look at how the pair will approach the fight. Garica has his final boxing bout in what will be an emotional time for the 37-year-old.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 14

Janibek Alimkhanuly To Face Erislandy Lara In A Unification

Janibek Alimkhanuly, the IBF and WBO middleweight champion, will face the WBA champ Erislandy Lara in a December 6 unification. The fight will occur on the Isaac Cruz vs.

Mike Tyson News / MMA Weekly / October 13

Mike Tyson never considered fighting in UFC due to pay

Mike Tyson has every right to stake a claim to being the most famous fighter in history. While an appearance in the UFC, a sport he enjoys, would have been monumental, financial restraints stood in the way of it happening.

Joey Dawejko News / NY Fights / October 13

Knyba vs Dawejko: Polish Pride On The Line in Philly

Passionate Polish boxing fans can look forward to a heavyweight fight for Polish bragging rights on Saturday, October 18 on the undercard to Danny “Swift” Garcia’s “Farewell to Brooklyn” event at the Barclays Center.

Ricky Hatton News / Big Fight Weekend / October 13

Boxing’s bittersweet weekend – remembering Ricky Hatton and the sport’s cruel beauty

As footage showed Ricky Hatton’s funeral cortege rolling through Manchester on Friday, blacked out limousines shining like poured Guinness, the route was lined by Mancunians clapping and cheering, it was natural to wonder whether boxing would ever see his like again.

Jaron Ennis News / NY Fights / October 12

Big Statement From Boots Ennis In Philly Style Saturday

Sometimes a boxing journalist needs to eat her words. Nom nom. Jaron “Boots” Ennis of Philadelphia made me eat mine and every other skeptic who demanded that Ennis erase any doubts about his future with his first fight in the super welterweight division.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 11

Joseph Parker Eyes December Return Offers to Fight Moses Itauma if Wardley Goes Well

Former WBO world champion Joseph Parker has offered to step in and fight Moses Itauma on Dec. 13 provided his upcoming clash with Fabio Wardley goes to plan.