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Shakur Stevenson Ready For New York’s Bright Lights

For years, Shakur Stevenson kept calling out the biggest names in boxing. Now, one of them has finally answered. After a long wait for a career-defining opportunity, Stevenson will face Teofimo Lopez Jr.

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Callum Walsh Vs. Carlos Ocampo Breakdown

Callum Walsh headlines the launch of Zuffa Boxing on January 23 against Carlos Ocampo, as we preview the upcoming fight. The bout is the first under Zuffa’s broadcast deal with Paramount+ from the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Eddie Hearn Welcomes Tyson Fury’s 2026 Return and Says Heavyweight Still Has Big Fight Potential

Tyson Fury is set to return to the professional boxing ring in 2026, and one of the sport’s most influential promoters has publicly welcomed the news. Eddie Hearn, known for promoting some of boxing’s biggest names, described Fury’s comeback as good for the heavyweight division and for the sport as a whole.

Boxing News / KO on SI / January 19

Oscar De La Hoya Breaks Down Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson With Prediction

On January 31, WBO World Super Lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) will take on rival Shakur Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs) in an attempt to make a fourth defense of his title.

Callum Walsh News / BoxingNews.com / January 19

Callum Walsh vs Carlos Ocampo: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming middleweight bout between Callum Walsh and Carlos Ocampo is a compelling matchup that blends rising stardom as well as experience. It also represents the first ever Zuffa Boxing main event.

Deontay Wilder News / KO on SI / January 19

Promoters of Usyk vs Wilder Card Hoping To Set Guinness World Record

Come for the world title fight, stay for the world record challenge. British Promotional company iVB plans to set a Guinness World Record with a unique boxing event and is looking to host a major fight in San Francisco on July 11 in front of a record crowd at the Civic Center Plaza.

Raymond Muratalla News / Big Fight Weekend / January 19

Raymond Muratalla vs Andy Cruz – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On January 24, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Raymond Muratalla vs Andy Cruz headlines a Matchroom Boxing in association with Top Rank fight card, live on DAZN.

Raymond Muratalla News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Raymond Muratalla vs. Andy Cruz: Preview, storylines

The lightweight division rarely lacks drama, but every so often a matchup arrives that feels like a clear marker of where the weight class is headed next.

Callum Walsh News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Callum Walsh vs. Carlos Ocampo: Preview, storylines

Boxing doesn’t usually do quiet launches—but this one is intentionally controlled. No massive arena, no bloated fight slate, no fragmented distribution across multiple platforms.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 19

Usyk Vs. Wilder Voluntary Defense

WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has formally authorized Oleksandr Usyk’s request for a voluntary title defense against Deontay Wilder. This pursuit follows Usyk’s repeated victories over the division’s other big names, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 19

Teofimo And Shakur’s Explosive Face-Off – ‘Anything Dirty Will Be Reciprocated’

The 140-pound division is set for a showdown as Teofimo Lopez and Shakur Stevenson had their roundtable face off ahead of their January 31 fight. Lopez will be defending his WBO and Ring Magazine junior welterweight titles for the fourth time.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 18

‘He’s a gambler’ – Antonio Tarver analyses Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the highly anticipated “Ring 6” fight card, for Lopez’s (22-1, 13 KOs) lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Boxing News / HITC / January 18

Eddie Hearn shares emotional message about Anthony Joshua after Nigeria car crash

Eddie Hearn has shared a heartfelt message about Anthony Joshua as he continues to recover following a recent car accident in Nigeria. The 34-year-old

Boxing News / HITC / January 18

Viral video shows sons of ex-boxing world champion in Las Vegas hotel brawl

Footage of Fernando Vargas Jr and his brother Amado Vargas fighting in a hotel lobby is picking up steam online. The 29-year-old was last seen in the ring on the undercard of Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, where he faced Irish boxer Callum Walsh.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / January 18

Watch former world champion boxer brawl with his 13-0 brother at Las Vegas hotel

A video is going viral online of Fernando Vargas Jr and his brother Amado Vargas brawling in a hotel lobby. The 29-year-old last fought inside the ring on the undercard of Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, when he took on Irish boxer, Callum Walsh.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 18

Hearn: AJ 'to take his time to get back on track'

Eddie Hearn has said that Anthony Joshua "will take his time to get back on track" as the boxer continues his recovery from a car crash which killed two close friends.

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Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson – Oscar De La Hoya breaks it down

On January 31 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson will headline the highly anticipated “Ring 6” fight card, for Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Jake Paul News / Bleacher Report / January 17

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Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 17

Frank Warren Names The ‘Big Puncher’ For Daniel Dubois- Zhilei Zhang

Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs) has been away from the ring for a considerable amount of time, having last fought for the undisputed heavyweight title against Oleksandr Usyk in July, albeit unsuccessfully.

Keyshawn Davis News / Dice City Sports / January 17

Keyshawn Davis: 'I Was Drinking Every Single Day'

The darkest chapter of Keyshawn Davis’ young career unfolded in full public view last summer and nearly derailed everything he had built. What was supposed to be a triumphant homecoming and first lightweight title defense turned into a cautionary tale.

Boxing News / HITC / January 17

Tekashi 6ix9ine gives his verdict on Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua after walking out with influencer

Tekashi 6ix9ine has given his thoughts on Jake Paul’s recent fight with Anthony Joshua, backing the influencer boxer’s performance after walking him out before the bout.

Canelo Alvarez News / Field Level Media / January 16

Canelo Alvarez to return to ring for 'big fight' in September

Former undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez will return to the ring against a yet-to-be determined opponent on Sept. 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Moses Itauma News / Dice City Sports / January 16

Moses Itauma vs. Jermaine Franklin Postponed After Injury, Queensberry Moves Card to March 28

Rising heavyweight contender Moses Itauma has been forced to hit pause on his momentum. Queensberry Promotions confirmed that Itauma’s scheduled fight against Jermaine Franklin has been postponed after the unbeaten British prospect suffered an injury during training camp.

Boxing News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / January 15

Ryan Garcia rejected $25 million offer to fight Jake Paul

Last year, after Jake Paul’s scheduled fight with Gervonta Davis was pulled due to domestic abuse allegations against Davis, Paul was left without an opponent.

Gervonta Davis News / Total Apex Sports / January 14

Gervonta Davis Arrest Warrant 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The Gervonta Davis arrest warrant is drawing attention after Miami Gardens police announced they have a warrant charging the WBA lightweight champion with false imprisonment, battery and attempted kidnapping tied to an incident last October For boxing fans, this news hits hard.