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‘Zurdo’ Ramirez addresses Jai Opetaia fight and questions the Aussie’s fight record

The cruiserweight division could enjoy a memorable 2026, with rumours of Gilberto Ramirez facing David Benavidez. Jai Opetaia will make his Zuffa Boxing debut on March 8 against Brandon Glanton.

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Three Fights You Could Argue That Oleksandr Usyk Lost

Oleksandr Usyk currently sits atop of the Ring Magazine pound-4-pound rankings. Having claimed undisputed supremacy three times during his illustrious career, it’s difficult to argue with the decision.

Ryosuke Nishida News / BoxingNews.com / February 11

Ryosuke Nishida vs Bryan Mercado Vazquez: Preview & Betting Tips

The upcoming bout between former IBF world bantamweight champion Ryosuke Nishida face off against Bryan Mercado Vazquez on Saturday night. Nishida (10-1, 2 KO’s) has quietly built a reputation as one of the more technically polished fighters in his weight class.

Jake Paul News / HITC / February 11

Why was Jake Paul crying after Jutta Leerdam’s 2026 Winter Olympics event

Jake Paul was visibly overwhelmed at the 2026 Winter Olympics after watching his fiancée Jutta Leerdam deliver the biggest performance of her career. The boxer and content creator broke down in tears moments after Leerdam secured gold in the 1000-meter speed skating final.

MMA News / NY Fights / February 11

Terence Crawford’s 25-0 Protege Calls Out UFC’s Ilia Topuria for Boxing Showdown

The age-old debate of boxer vs. MMA fighter has persisted ever since James Toney’s ill-fated UFC clash with Randy Couture. Over the years, the narrative has evolved.

Jai Opetaia News / Fights Around The World / February 11

Zuffa Boxing Announced Jai Opetaia vs Brandon Glanton on March 8 For Inaugural Zuffa Title

Las Vegas, NV — March 8 — Boxing history will be made when Jai Opetaia steps into the ring against Brandon Glanton at ZUFFA #4, live from the iconic UFC Apex.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 11

Wardley Vs. Dubois – How Does It Play Out?

Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois will reportedly face each other on May 9 in the UK. After an 11th-round stoppage of Joseph Parker to win the WBO Heavyweight interim strap, Wardley became the full champion when Oleksandr Usyk chose to skip his mandatory obligations.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 11

Is Canelo Finished At The Top Level?

Canelo Alvarez has confirmed that while a rematch with Dmitry Bivol remains a possibility, it is no longer a high priority, but questions remain if he is able to compete at the top level.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Why Ryan Garcia Passed on a $20 Million Fight With Jake Paul

The end of 2025 was a wild stretch for Jake Paul, and not in the way most people expected. What started with fallout surrounding a planned clash with Gervonta Davis quickly turned into something far bigger—and far more damaging.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 10

Boxer Xander Zayas on being part of Bad Bunny halftime: 'Greatest experience of my entire life'

Xander Zayas, who is currently boxing's youngest world champion, made a cameo during Bad Bunny's performance opposite Mexican boxer Emiliano Vargas.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / February 10

Daniel Dubois gifted shot at world title Oleksandr Usyk vacated after knocking him out

Daniel Dubois will get the chance to become a two-time world champion later this year. The former IBF heavyweight champion lost his title when he fought Oleksandr Usyk last July.

Jai Opetaia News / ESPN / February 10

Opetaia vs. Glanton for Zuffa cruiserweight title

IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia will face Brandon Glanton for the inaugural Zuffa Boxing Cruiserweight World Championship on March 8 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / KO on SI / February 10

Tim Bradley Names the Boxer Who’ll Eclipse Both Mayweather and Crawford

Tim Bradley has given a bold prediction about the future of boxing. The boxing analyst and former two-weight world champion believes that Shakur Stevenson has the potential to be the face of boxing.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 10

Errol Spence Jr return in the works with potential opponent named

Speculation has never died regarding the potential return of Errol Spence Jr, with the fighter himself refusing to rule out a comeback. Reports have now surfaced that Errol Spence’s return is in the works for him to travel to Australia to face Tim Tszyu in the super welterweight division.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / February 10

Errol Spence Jr. In Talks To End 3 Year Hiatus

Errol Spence Jr. is set to return from a three-year layoff this summer. With a high-stakes bout against Tim Tszyu in the works. Tszyu is expected to first shake off the rust with a tune-up fight next month in his native Australia.

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Fabio Wardley News / Dice City Sports / February 10

Fabio Wardley Locks In His First Title Defense Against Former Champion

Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois are finalizing a deal for a WBO heavyweight title fight on May 9 in Manchester, England, sources told The Ring. The all-British showdown would mark Wardley’s first defense of the WBO heavyweight title.

Jake Paul News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / February 10

Jake Paul gets emotional as fiancée Jutta Leerdam wins Olympic gold

A couple of months after his humiliating loss to Anthony Joshua and recent social media breakout on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance, Jake Paul’s recent public action has gained him some more fan following.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 10

Eddie Hearn names the fighter he wants ‘in with Jai Opetaia ASAP’

The cruiserweight division has the potential to enjoy a memorable 2026, with Jai Opetaia moving to Zuffa Boxing and chasing unification fights. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez is also due back in action, and rumoured to be facing David Benavidez.

Boxing News / KO on SI / February 10

Jamaine Ortiz Breaks Silence After TKO Loss to Keyshawn Davis at Ring VI

For the first time in his career, Jamaine Ortiz is coming off a stoppage loss. 'The Technician' has seemingly hit a new career low with his loss to Keyshawn Davis at Ring VI, but the 29-year-old believes he knows exactly what to do moving forward.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 10

Shakur Stevenson vs Conor Benn: Eddie Hearn gives his honest reaction

On Saturday, January 31, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Shakur Stevenson climbed to the super lightweight division to defeat Teofimo Lopez to win the lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 10

Spence To Return To Face Tszyu

Errol Spence Jr. is reportedly close to returning to the ring to face Tim Tszyu. Spence, the former unified welterweight champion, has remained on the sidelines since his July 2023 stoppage loss to Terence Crawford.

Adrien Broner News / BoxingNews.com / February 10

Broner Reacts To Mayweather’s Lawsuit – ‘I Would Never Take Legal Action’

Adrien Broner has publicly defended longtime advisor Al Haymon in the wake of Floyd Mayweather’s $340 million fraud lawsuit. While Mayweather’s legal team

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / February 9

Manny Pacquiao conqueror earned less than $150 for knocking him out before facing a police manhunt

Manny Pacquiao was beaten for the very first time 30 years ago today. ‘PacMan’ is among the greatest fighters of all time in boxing, a status he achieved by becoming the only fighter in the sport’s history to win twelve world titles across eight different divisions.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 7

Former Showtime Sports President Breaks Silence on Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s $340 Million Lawsuit

In a surprising move that sent a ripple through the boxing world, Floyd Mayweather Jr. has filed a lawsuit against his former partners at Showtime Sports, seeking a staggering $340 million.

Manny Pacquiao News / Dice City Sports / February 7

Manny Pacquiao New Role Puts Potential Mega Fight In Jeopardy

Manny Pacquiao is heading back to the ring this time through a new and unconventional avenue. Former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao is set to return to boxing as part of the Team Boxing League, according to a media statement released by the league.