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Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz Jr – Eddie Hearn casts doubt on what Team Ortiz really want

On November 8 at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, Vergil Ortiz Jr retained his WBC interim super welterweight title, stopping Erickson Lubin in round two.

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Chris Eubank Jr Sends Chilling Warning To Conor Benn Ahead Of Rematch

Chris Eubank Jr. expects his rematch with Conor Benn to be even better than their first fight. Eubank and Benn meet in the ring on Nov. 15, seven months after their Fight of the Year candidate in April.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 11

Eddie Hearn Gives Update On Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz As Promoter Details 'Agreement'

A victory for Vergil Ortiz Jr. on November 8th would see the American fighter improve his professional record to 24-0, as he stopped Erickson Lubin via second-round knockout.

Sam Gilley News / BoxingNews.com / November 11

Sam Gilley vs Ishmael Davis: Preview & Betting Tips

The Eubank vs Benn 2 undercard features a quietly fascinating matchup between two of Britain’s most durable and technically sound fighters in Sam Gilley and Ishmael Davis for the British and Commonwealth super-welterweight titles.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 11

Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney – Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez makes his pick

Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney takes place on a stacked card at the ANB Arena in Riyadh on November 22. This showdown will be for the WBO welterweight title, which is a huge fight for both.

Adam Azim News / ESPN / November 11

Adam Azim's secret? Family connection and an 'untouchable' bond

A fighter's relationship with their parents -- good or bad -- is often a defining one in their story. Adam Azim's journey in boxing is no different.

Moses Itauma News / BoxingNews.com / November 11

Moses Itauma Vs. Jermaine Franklin – How Does It Play Out?

Moses Itauma vs. Jermaine Franklin will headline in Manchester, UK, on January 24 to mark Frank Warren’s 45 years in boxing. Itauma enters into the fight with a first-round knockout victory over Dillian Whyte in August.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 10

Chris Eubank Jr., Conor Benn Set for ‘Unfinished Business’ Rematch on November 15

The rivalry that began with their fathers more than three decades ago enters a new chapter this fall. Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn will meet again on November 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, headlining The Ring’s “Unfinished Business” card on DAZN PPV.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 10

Jermall Charlo, Caleb Plant in Talks for 2026 Super Middleweight Clash

Two of boxing’s most recognizable names could finally settle their long-standing feud next year. Sources tell The Ring that Jermall Charlo and Caleb Plant are in advanced talks to meet in a super middleweight showdown in 2026.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 10

Jaime Munguia vs Christian Mbilli in Talks for Q1 2026 Super Middleweight Clash

Two action-first contenders are circling a high-octane showdown to open 2026. Sources tell The Ring that Christian Mbilli and Jaime Munguia are in discussions for a super middleweight fight targeted for the first quarter of 2026.

Moses Itauma News / NY Fights / November 10

Moses Itauma Headlines Magnificent 7 Card on Jan. 24

Heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma will headline the next Magnificent 7 British boxing card in celebration of Frank Warren’s 45 years as a licensed British boxing promoter in Manchester to kick off 2026.

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Boxing News / KO on SI / November 10

Mike Tyson Breaks Silence On Floyd Mayweather Fight Amid Manny Pacquiao Rematch News

Boxing fans were left stunned when it was announced that Mike Tyson would clash against Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition bout in 2026. Since then, however, reports have emerged of a 2026 Mayweather fight against Manny Pacquiao.

Boxing News / NY Fights / November 10

Zayas vs Baraou Unification Showdown Set Jan. 31 in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rican star Xander Zayas will kick off 2026 with a historic home soil event. The 23-year-old WBO junior middleweight world champion will face WBA champion Abass Baraou in a title unification fight on Saturday, January 31, at Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / November 10

Manny Pacquiao shared his first fight card with Floyd Mayweather in disastrous six round clash

Seemingly joined at the hip during their respective primes in the ring, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather were fight card acquaintances long before they were rivals.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 10

Moses Itauma-headlined card announced for January 24

A boxing card featuring Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) vs. Jermaine Franklin (24-2, 15 KOs) as the main event has been announced for January 24. Their bout takes place on a Queensberry Promotions event billed as “The Magnificent Seven” at the Co-op Live in Manchester, England.

Xander Zayas News / Fights Around The World / November 10

Xander Zayas vs Abass Baraou 154 lb Unification Fight Set For January 31 In Puerto Rico

WBO junior middleweight champion Xander Zayas is wasting no time; instead of choosing a voluntary defense, he will head straight into a unification fight on January 31 in Puerto Rico against WBA champion Abass Baraou (17-1, 9 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 10

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn II – fight week odds and best prop bets

On Saturday, November 15, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn II headlines a Sela Promotions event, in association with Matchroom and Boxxer.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 7

David Benavidez Certain That The Canelo Alvarez Fight Is ‘More Alive Than Ever’

If there is one fight that ‘El Bandera Roja’ David Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) has long awaited, it is his all-Mexican showdown against Canelo Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs).

Claressa Shields News / Field Level Media / November 7

Claressa Shields sets retirement goal with $8M deal in hand

Now financially stable after making just $50,000 in her first fight with Salita Promotions, women's boxing star Claressa Shields has plans to fight two or three times in 2026, take a year off to have a child, continue to increase her paydays and retire by 38.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / November 5

Holly Holm, 44, to challenge for WBA lightweight belt

A few months after making her return to the boxing ring, Holly Holm is getting her championship shot, as the 44-year-old will square off with Stephanie Han for the WBA lightweight title, her team announced on Wednesday.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3