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Manny Pacquiao Jr., son of boxing legend and multi-weight champion, made his professional debut in November 2025, with the bout ending in a majority draw.

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Eddie Hearn Hopes Vergil Ortiz ‘Wants A Challenge’

Jaron Ennis (35-0, 31 KOs) vs Vergil Ortiz (24-0, 22 KOs) is one fight that has long been on the books but hasn’t seen the light of day. Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn, who is not looking to make Ennis wait around, is certainly hopeful that Ortiz will step up and sign the deal.

Agit Kabayel News / KO on SI / January 10

Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba Preview: Start Time, Undercard, & Live Stream

Interim WBC World Heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) returns to action in the hopes of improving his unbeaten record. Fighting out of Bochum, Germany, the 33-year-old will return to his home country to compete for the first time since 2023.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 10

Oscar De La Hoya takes shots at Eddie Hearn regarding Boots vs Ortiz; confirms Barrios vs Garcia

Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Jaron Ennis has been rumored for some time, but Ortiz’s promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, has released a social media video discussing Ortiz’s options away from Ennis, while confirming that Mario Barrios vs Ryan Garcia is close to being announced.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 10

‘I’d love to be his therapist’ – George Groves on Jake Paul’s future

Jake Paul’s journey in boxing has received much criticism due to the opposition he chooses. However, on December 19, 2025, Paul faced former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua at the Kaseya Center in Miami.

Rolando Romero News / BoxingNews.com / January 10

Rolando Romero Given An Ultimatum

The WBA has pulled the plug on Rolando Romero’s plans for a lucrative fight against Manny Pacquiao, ordering the champion to defend his welterweight title against Shakhram Giyasov instead.

Callum Walsh News / ESPN / January 9

Walsh to face Ocampo in Zuffa Boxing's 1st bout

The Zuffa Boxing era will kick off on January 23 in Las Vegas when undefeated Irish junior middleweight prospect Callum Walsh (15-0, 11 KOs) faces Carlos Ocampo (38-3, 26 KOs) in the main event at the UFC Apex.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 9

Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson – ex Stevenson opponent has his say

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the “The Ring 6” fight card, with Lopez’s WBO super lightweight title up for grabs.

Dalton Smith News / Big Fight Weekend / January 9

Subriel Matías vs. Dalton Smith press conference quotes and fight prediction

Subriel Matías (23-2, 22 KOs) will soon put his WBC super lightweight world title on the line against Dalton Smith (18-0, 13 KOs). Their bout headlines a Fresh Productions card at the Barclays Center in New York City, NY.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 9

Camille Estephan on Opponents for Osleys Iglesias: ‘They Can Run, But They Can’t Hide’

Eye of the Tiger’s Camille Estephan has struggled to lure the Crème de menthe of the super middleweight division to Quebec to challenge two of his most valuable fighters in Christian Mbilli and Osleys Iglesias.

Agit Kabayel News / NY Fights / January 9

Heavyweight You Should Watch: Agit Kabayel in Action Saturday

Achtung, fight fans! While most Americans are focused on football, there is a significant heavyweight fight featuring the best heavyweight you probably don’t know about, Agit Kabayel of Germany.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / January 9

49-year-old heavyweight boxing legend teases comeback by dropping new sparring footage

2026 promises to be a massive year for boxing’s most star-studded division. Tyson Fury has confirmed his retirement is over and he will return to the ring very soon.

Naoya Inoue News / KO on SI / January 9

Why Naoya Inoue Should Be Fighter Of The Year

Naoya Inoue is tired. He made that clear in his post-fight interviews after defeating David Picasso at Riyadh Season’s The Ring V: Night of the Samurai, a major boxing event held on December 27, 2025.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 9

Manny Pacquiao Promotions Presents: Elijah Pierce vs Lorenzo Parra on February 28

LAS VEGAS, NV – Jan 9, 2026 — Manny Pacquiao Promotions (“MPP”) today announced its second U.S. event, scheduled forSaturday, February 28, at Turning Stone Resort Casino in Verona, New York.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 9

Eddie Hearn Asks Not To Jump The Gun on Anthony Joshua’s Future

It has barely been a few days since Anthony Joshua’s (29-4, 26 KOs) tragic accident in Nigeria, which caused the deaths of two of his closest friends, but the questions from fans and the boxing community asking for updates show no sign of stopping.

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Shakur Stevenson News / Fights Around The World / January 9

Shakur Stevenson Gearing Up To ‘Shock the World’

Shakur Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs) is currently on the quest for the 140 lb title against defending champion Teofimo Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs). As the January 31 showdown at Madison Square Gardens draws closer, Stevenson is not just certain about his victory; he wants to show the world why he is the best to do it.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 9

Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin – George Groves talks ‘deep waters’

On January 24, at the Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin headlines a Queensberry Promotions card, live on DAZN. Itauma has

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 9

Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn – Eddie Hearn weighs in

2026 is here, and the fights will soon be coming thick and fast, with intriguing fights between Teofimo Lopez and Shakur Stevenson, and the return of Moses Itauma against the tough American Jermaine Franklin.

Boxing News / HITC / January 9

Paul Smith believes Jake Paul’s boxing career has ‘run its course’ after Anthony Joshua loss

Paul Smith believes Jake Paul’s boxing journey has hit its ceiling after his latest defeat to Anthony Joshua. Former British champion Paul Smith believes Jake Paul’s boxing journey may have reached its end after his latest defeat, saying the YouTuber-turned-fighter has no clear path forward in the professional ranks.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 9

Boxing bold predictions for 2026: Inoue tops P4P, Paul vs. Ngannou, Taylor retires

Our panelists weigh in with their predictions on the fights, major events and surprises that could shape boxing in 2026.

Anthony Joshua News / Field Level Media / January 8

Anthony Joshua pays tribute to friends who died in crash

Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua paid tribute to the two "brothers" he lost in a tragic car accident last month in Nigeria. Joshua was briefly hospitalized after the Dec.

Fabio Wardley News / Dice City Sports / January 8

Fabio Wardley: 'That would be a fight that I’m hugely up for. Give me a call anytime.'

Another high-profile heavyweight option could emerge for Tyson Fury if his long-awaited showdown with Anthony Joshua fails to materialize. Newly crowned WBO heavyweight titleholder Fabio Wardley has made it clear he would welcome a fight with the former WBC champion provided his preferred target remains unavailable.

Keyshawn Davis News / Dice City Sports / January 8

Keyshawn Davis Might Have Landed The Golden Ticket At 147

Devin Haney isn’t short on options at welterweight, but one rising name has quickly moved onto his radar: Keyshawn Davis. The reigning WBO welterweight champion made his interest clear this week after Davis publicly floated the idea of jumping straight to 147 pounds following his next fight.

Naoya Inoue News / HITC / January 8

Naoya Inoue lined up to face unbeaten champion in major super-bantamweight clash

Naoya Inoue is not wasting any time. Just weeks after his last title defence, the Japanese superstar looks to be lining up another fight. Inoue made his first appearance in Saudi Arabia on December 27, where he took on David Picasso to defend his undisputed super-bantamweight crown.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 7

Tyson Fury Responds To Fabio Wardley's World Title Fight Comments

Tyson Fury has returned and is looking to get back into the ring in a big way. And in a statement online, Fury said that fellow British basher Fabio Wardley “could be an option” for 2026.