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Reliving History: Thomas ‘The Hitman’ Hearns vs. Randy Shields For WBA Title

On April 25, 1981, Thomas “The Hitman” Hearns defeated Randy Shields, successfully defending his WBA title for the second time. The fight took place at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix.

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Peter McGrail vs Marc Leach Final Press Conference Quotes

Earlier today, Matchroom Boxing hosted their final press conference before Saturday’s main event, which features super bantamweight Peter McGrail (8-1, 5 KOs) facing Marc Leach (18-3-1, 4 KOs) at the Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, UK.

Peter Jackson News / Nerdist / 3 hours ago

Extended, Remastered THE LORD OF THE RINGS Trilogy Coming to Theaters For First Time

Fans of Middle-earth might want to get a huge pot of potatoes cooking. They’re going to need a whole lot of sustenance for a very long journey this summer.

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Boxing News / Fights Around The World / 1 hour ago

Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia Will Stream Live On PPV.com

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (April 25, 2024) — PPV.COM, which does not require a subscription, returns to the ring when it live streams to boxing fans, in the U.S.

Ryan Garcia News / Fights Around The World / 1 hour ago

Was Ryan Garcia’s Antics All Part of a Bigger Plan?

Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) recently silenced critics with one of his most iconic victories yet against WBC super lightweight champion Devin Haney (31-1, 15 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / 1 hour ago

South London Showdown: European Title Fight Added to June 15 Selhurst Park Card

Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe for the WBO world cruiserweight championship will take place at Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park on June 15 and be shown live on Sky Sports.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / 3 hours ago

Will Lauren Price Follow Taylor and Shields To Become The Future Of Women’s Boxing?

Women’s boxing is the strongest it’s ever been. Never before have female fights headlined this many sold-out shows at major arenas around the world while earning its fighters unprecedented lucrative paydays.

Devin Haney News / Big Fight Weekend / 2 hours ago

Eddie Hearn Reveals What’s Next for Devin Haney

In an interview on the Fight Hub TV YouTube page, Eddie Hearn reflected on the Ryan Garcia win over Devin Haney and revealed what’s next for “The Dream” following that sensational loss.

Tim Tszyu News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

Tim Tszyu vs Vergil Ortiz Added

Add junior middleweight fight between former champion Tim Tszyu (24-1, 17 KOs), 29, and Vergil Ortiz Jr. (20-0, 20 KOs),26 to an already loaded card for Aug.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / 3 hours ago

Roy Jones Jr. vs. Virgil Hill: Revisiting the Brutal Body Shot in 2024

On April 25, 1998, nine months after avenging his sole professional defeat against Montell Griffin, Roy Jones Jr. was back in the ring taking on former light heavyweight and future cruiserweight champion Virgil Hill.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / 4 hours ago

José Ramírez Wants to Get Back in Flow Against Cuban Standout

José Ramírez’s boxing career has slowed down significantly since he lost the WBC and WBO light welterweight titles back in 2021 to Josh Taylor. Ramírez has only fought twice since then.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / 12 hours ago

David Benavidez Next Fight: ‘El Monstruo’ Seeks Another Title

The David Benavidez next fight news is here, as “El Monstruo” will return to the boxing ring in June. Benavidez will be competing for the interim WBC light heavyweight championship.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / 4 minutes ago

David Benavidez Next Fight: ‘El Monstruo’ Seeks More Gold In June

The David Benavidez next fight news is here, as “El Monstruo” will return to the boxing ring in June. Benavidez will be competing for the interim WBC light heavyweight championship.

Boxing News / ESPN / 13 hours ago

Venezuelan boxing medalist Rodríguez dies at 78

Venezuela's first Olympic gold medaist -- boxer Francisco "Morochito" Rodríguez -- has died at the age of 78.

Terence Crawford News / Fights Around The World / 14 hours ago

Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov Set For Aug 3 In L.A.

April 24, 2024 (New York/Saudi Arabia): His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA),

Sean O'Malley News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

Would Sean O’Malley Succeed In Boxing?

Sean O’Malley (18-1) has achieved a lot in the UFC. From serving as the UFC Bantamweight Champion to defeating Aljamain Sterling, the Montana native has developed a decorated MMA career.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / 2 hours ago

Peter McGrail: ‘I’m Expecting A Good Tough Fight’

Peter McGrail says losing isn’t an option when he faces former British Super-Bantamweight Champion Marc Leach for the WBA International Title at the top of Matchroom’s latest NXTGEN card at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool this Saturday April 27, shown live worldwide on DAZN.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / 5 hours ago

Usyk’s Promoter Says Fury Will Pull Out Of A Rematch – ‘Fury Has Withdrawn Four Times Already’

Alexander Krassyuk, Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter, expects Tyson Fury to pull out of a rematch. The Undisputed Heavyweight Championship takes place on May 18.