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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.

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Agit Kabayel Vs. Oleksandr Usyk – How Does It Play Out?

Agit Kabayel, the WBC Interim Heavyweight Champion, wants to face Oleksandr Usyk for the Undisputed Heavyweight Title. Kabayel is reportedly set to face Damian Knyba on January 10 at the Rudolf Weber Arena in Oberhausen, Germany.

Daniel Dubois News / Dice City Sports / November 6

IBF orders Daniel Dubois vs. Frank Sanchez purse bid set for Nov. 13

Daniel Dubois’s road back to world title gold now runs through Frank Sanchez. After initial negotiations for Sanchez to face Moses Itauma or Richard Torrez fizzled, the IBF pivoted to Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs).

George Foreman News / Bloody Elbow / November 5

George Foreman broke 43 year old boxing record with one of the most savage knockouts of all time

The late George Foreman was a history maker and breaker during his illustrious heavyweight run amongst his fellow boxing icons. One of the most formidable

Boxing News / ESPN / November 5

WBC remains against 3-minute rounds for women

The World Boxing Council (WBC) is standing firm in its position against sanctioning 3-minute rounds for women's fights, despite pushback and several fighters vacating their titles in protest.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 5

Lou DiBella speaks candidly on Jake Paul’s initial decision to pick Gervonta Davis

The Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis exhibition, originally scheduled for November 14 live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, was cancelled following Tank’s recent legal troubles.

Ryan Garcia News / Total Apex Sports / November 5

Ryan Garcia’s WBC Reinstatement: A Controversial Second Chance

The World Boxing Council dropped a bombshell Monday that’s got the boxing world buzzing—and not necessarily in a good way. Ryan Garcia, the social media sensation turned legitimate contender turned tabloid headline, is officially back in the WBC’s good graces.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. News / Fights Around The World / November 5

Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Erickson Lubin: Who Wins?

It’s fight week for interim WBC junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr., who will defend his title against Erickson Lubin at the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX, live on DAZN.

Badou Jack News / Fights Around The World / November 5

Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian 2 on December 13 Heads To PPV

Boxing continues to add to its infatuation with putting fights on pay-per-view (PPV). On Wednesday, Integrated Sports Media announced that the rematch between WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) and Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) will stream live on PPV for the suggested retail price of $29.99.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 5

Eddie Hearn Reveals What Dmitry Bivol Wants Upon Return

Dmitry Bivol wants to make a splash once he returns from injury. The WBO, WBA, IBF and The Ring light heavyweight champion has not fought since February, when he defeated Artur Beterbiev in a rematch of his lone career loss.

Boxing News / HITC / November 5

Terence Crawford’s potential return date set after calling out Janibek Alimkhanuly for title shot

Terence Crawford appears to be edging closer to a return, and it could be happening sooner than many expected. Crawford has been keeping a low profile since picking up the undisputed super middleweight crown back in September.

Holm to challenge Han for lightweight belt Jan. 3

Former MMA star Holly Holm, who was victorious in her return to boxing back in June, is set to challenge WBA women's lightweight champion Stephanie Han for her title on Jan 3.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. News / BoxingNews.com / November 5

Vergil Ortiz vs Erickson Lubin: Preview & Betting Tips

A fascinating clash at 154-pounds takes place this weekend as Vergil Ortiz faces Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin in a high-stakes bout that could determine the next world title challenger at light-middleweight.

Terence Crawford News / Bloody Elbow / November 5

Terence Crawford’s planned return date revealed after callout for history making title clash

Terence Crawford’s return to boxing looks set to occur sooner rather than later. Remaining tight-lipped on his future since adding the undisputed super middleweight crown to his mantle back in September, undefeated megastar Terence Crawford admitted his future was still undecided.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 5

Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs Erickson Lubin – Best prop bets for November 8

On Saturday, November 8, at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Erickson Lubin headlines a Golden Boy Promotions card, live on DAZN. The main event will be for Ortiz’s WBC interim super welterweight title.

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Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / November 5

Manny Pacquiao admitted ending retirement for financial reasons after making major career switch

On this day in 2016, Manny Pacquiao returned from a brief retirement. Some have expressed criticism of Pacquiao potentially facing Floyd Mayweather for a second time following their underwhelming first encounter.

Ryan Garcia News / KO on SI / November 5

Former Champion Calls Potential Mario Barrios-Ryan Garcia Title Fight 'Black Eye On Boxing'

Ryan Garcia continues to ruffle feathers with each step of his boxing career. Garcia, who returned from a year-long suspension with a unanimous decision loss to Rolando 'Rolly' Romero in May, is rumored to be the next opponent of WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / November 5

Chris Eubank Jr. claims official will have to pull him off Conor Benn in ‘vicious’ rematch preview

British star Chris Eubank Jr. has fresh plans to land himself a world championship in the ring before too long, and it begins with his rematch clash with Conor Benn.

Eddie Hearn News / BoxingNews.com / November 5

Jarrell Miller And Eddie Hearn ‘Reunite’

Jarrell Miller was pictured with Eddie Hearn, as the pair appear to be on good terms, a turnaround from their prior bad relationship. Their feud started in 2019 when Miller tested positive for numerous substances, GW1516, HGH, and EPO, which prevented the Anthony Joshua fight.

Agit Kabayel News / BoxingNews.com / November 5

Agit Kabayel Vs. Damian Knyba – How Does It Play Out?

WBC Interim Heavyweight Champion Agit Kabayel will reportedly face Damian Knyba next on January 10 in Germany for his homecoming from the Rudolf Weber Arena in Oberhausen. Kabayel, 33, has established himself as one of the division’s most dangerous contenders, securing five knockout wins on the spin.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 4

David Benavidez Unleashes Brutal 4-Word Insult At Canelo Alvarez

David Benavidez has directed a brutal diss towards Canelo Alvarez. 'The Mexican Monster' chased a Canelo fight at super middleweight for a long time, but Canelo never gave him an opportunity.

Sydney Sweeney News / Fights Around The World / November 4

Exclusive: Sydney Sweeney & Christy Martin talk 'Christy,' which hits theaters on Nov. 7

The sport of boxing will once again be featured on the big screen this weekend (November 7) as Black Bear Pictures presents the biopic Christy, which releases at select theaters nationwide.

Sydney Sweeney cryptically teases real boxing opponent after Christy Martin biopic

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Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 4

Jake Paul–Gervonta Davis Exhibition Canceled After Lawsuit

The anticipated exhibition bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta “Tank” Davis, originally scheduled for November 14 at Miami’s Kaseya Center. Has been officially canceled, Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) announced Monday night.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3