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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.

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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 / BoxingNews.com / November 11

Christian Mbilli Vs. Jaime Munguia – How Does It Play Out?

Talks are reportedly underway for a super middleweight clash between WBC Interim Super Middleweight Champion Christian Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs) and Jaime Munguia (45-2, 35 KOs) for early 2026. Mbilli is coming off a split draw against Lester Martinez in September.

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.

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.

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.

Moses Itauma News / ESPN / November 10

Itauma to fight a former Joshua opponent

Moses Itauma will return to the ring on Jan. 24 in Manchester, England, taking on American Jermaine Franklin at the Co-Op Live arena.

Rafael Espinoza News / BoxingNews.com / November 10

Rafael Espinoza Vs. Arnold Khegai Preview

Rafael Espinoza, the WBO featherweight champion, defends his title against Arnold Khegai on November 15, as we preview this upcoming fight. This will be Espinoza’s first fight in his home country of Mexico since July 2023.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 10

Chris Eubank Jr. Vs. Conor Benn 2 Preview

Chris Eubank Jr. (35-3-0, 25 KOs) and Conor Benn (23-1-0, 14 KOs) rematch on November 15, as we preview this upcoming fight. In their first clash, Eubank was required to drop to 160 pounds, a weight he failed to make, and also had to adhere to a 10-pound rehydration limit.

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Terence Crawford News / KO on SI / November 9

Mike Tyson Names Ideal Next Opponent For Terence Crawford After Canelo Win

Mike Tyson has named the ideal next opponent for Terence Crawford following his Canelo Alvarez win. Crawford moved up two weight classes to beat Canelo via unanimous decision on September 13.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 9

Errol Spence Jr delivers honest verdict on Terence Crawford

On July 29, 2023, Terence Crawford faced Errol Spence Jr for the undisputed welterweight titles at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. At the time, it was a career-best performance from “Bud” as he pummelled Spence, stopping him in round nine to become the undisputed welterweight champion.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / November 9

Viddal Riley names opponent who should face Jake Paul next in better fight than Gervonta Davis bout

Jake Paul still hopes to return to the ring later this year in another blockbuster bout. The social media star turned boxer would’ve been about to kick off a huge fight week if his original targets were going ahead as planned.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 9

Vergil Ortiz Calls Out Crawford And Ennis As Oscar De La Hoya Sends Clear Message

Vergil Ortiz Jr has Terence Crawford, Jaron Ennis, and more big names on his radar following his second round knockout win against Erickson Lubin. Ortiz built on his undefeated record and is now 24-0-0 with 22 KOs.

Boxing News / ESPN / November 9

Hearn clears up three rumours about Joshua

Promoter Eddie Hearn clarifies three rumours about what Anthony Joshua will do next.

Boxing News / ESPN / November 9

Ortiz pummels Lubin, then gets heated with Ennis

Vergil Ortiz barely broke a sweat in finishing Erickson Lubin in two rounds, then wasted little time calling out Jaron "Boots" Ennis for one of the most highly anticipated fights of 2026.

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