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Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin – Tony Bellew previews heavyweight clash

Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) vs Jermaine Franklin (24-2, 15 KOs) was due to headline the January 24 Magnificent 7 promoted by Queensberry. The card was ultimately postponed until March 28, following a torn bicep muscle injury sustained by Itauma.

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Liam Davies vs Zak Miller: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming featherweight bout between Liam Davies and Zak Miller is an intriguing domestic clash on the British scene. Davies (17-1, 8 KO’s) has steadily built a reputation as one of the most technically sound fighters in the lower weight divisions.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Willy Hutchinson vs Ezra Taylor: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming light heavyweight bout between Willy Hutchinson and Ezra Taylor is a fascinating domestic matchup on the British scene. Hutchinson (19-2, 14 KO’s) enters the bout as a fighter many observers see as a potential future contender.

Israil Madrimov News / BoxingNews.com / January 22

Israil Madrimov vs Luis David Salazar: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming boxing matchup between Israil Madrimov and Luis David Salazar is a classic example of styles make fights. Madrimov (10-2-1, 7 KO’s) enters the bout with a reputation as one of the most technically gifted and physically imposing fighters in the junior middleweight division.

Mike Tyson News / Fights Around The World / January 22

MIke Tyson Announced ‘Mike Tyson Invitational’ For Amatuer Fighters Set To Take Place March 12-14

LAS VEGAS (Jan. 21) — Boxing legend Mike Tyson will return to the grassroots of the sport this spring with the launch of the Mike Tyson Invitational, a

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 22

Top Rank Announced Xander Zayas vs Abass Baraou Will Stream Live, Janaury 31, on Their FAST Channels

The big junior middleweight unification fight between WBO champion Xander Zayas (22-0, 13 KOs) and WBA champion Abass Barao (17-1, 9 KOs) on January 31 now has a streaming home, as announced by Top Rank on Wednesday.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder, Derek Chisora Nearing Deal for Heavyweight Clash Later This Year

Two of boxing’s most battle-tested heavyweights appear headed for a collision course. Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and longtime contender Derek Chisora are finalizing a deal for a fight later this year, according to Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel.

Mike Tyson News / NY Fights / January 21

Mike Tyson Invitational Showcases USA Amateur Boxing

Mike Tyson returns to the grassroots of the sport that launched his own Hall of Fame career with a new amateur boxing showcase this spring. Today, Tyson

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Five super welterweight boxers to keep an eye on in 2026

Super welterweight has changed a lot since Jermell Charlo was its undisputed champion. Sebastian Fundora, Xander Zayas, Abass Baraou, and Bakhram Murtazaliev all hold major titles in the division.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / January 21

Manny Pacquiao secured vicious revenge on a rival he called better than Floyd Mayweather

One of the best performances of Manny Pacquiao’s career happened 20 years ago today. No conversation about the all-time greats in boxing is complete without a strong mention of Pacquiao and his incredible achievements inside the ring.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Keyshawn Davis Predicts Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden, the “Ring 6” fight card will take place, headlined byTeofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson. The entire card will stream live on DAZN Pay-Per-View for Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

‘Timing beats speed’: Tony Bellew talks Dalton Smith vs Adam Azim

On January 10, at the Barclays Center in New York City, Subriel Matias vs Dalton Smith headlined a Fresh Productions card with Matias’ WBC super lightweight title up for grabs. It was a highly entertaining fight with both having their moments before Smith knocked down the heavy-handed Puerto Rican, leading to the referee waving the fight off.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / January 21

Deontay Wilder is set to box 36-13 heavyweight despite Oleksandr Usyk fight talks

Deontay Wilder is reportedly finalizing a deal for his first fight of 2026. The former WBC heavyweight champion’s career appeared to be over after back-to-back defeats against Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 21

Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora being finalised

As revealed by Brunch Boxing and Dan Rafael at Fight Freaks Unite, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and former WBC challenger Derek Chisora are finalising a deal to fight in London in April.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / January 21

Canelo, Crawford, Jake Paul, and Inoue Make UFC Champs Look Poor After World’s 100 Highest-Paid Athletes List

The issue of fighter pay in the UFC is an old one. However, despite being an old one, it still continues to incur the wrath of the MMA fans world over.

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Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Deontay Wilder Eyes Comeback Fight in London Against Derek Chisora

Deontay Wilder, the former world heavyweight champion, is in talks to return to the ring in a high-profile matchup against British veteran Derek Chisora this spring.

Jake Paul News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Boxing’s Top Earners of 2025: Canelo Leads with Huge Paydays, Paul Among Highest Paid

In 2025, professional boxing once again proved it can be one of the most lucrative sports for its biggest stars. A handful of elite fighters raked in eye-popping sums thanks to massive fight purses and additional income from endorsements and other earnings.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 20