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On YouTubeBoxing News / NY Fights / December 31
2025 Fight of the Year: Eubank Jr vs Benn
Among the many great fights fans cheered in 2025, our choice proved a great doesn’t need a title at stake if all the ingredients for drama are present.
Boxing News / Fights Around The World / December 31
Eddie Hearn Pens Heartfelt Tribute To Anthony Joshua’s Friends
Anthony Joshua (29-4, 26 KOs) recently lost two of his closest friends in a tragic road accident in Nigeria, which left him injured. Matchroom boss and Joshua’s long-term promoter, Eddie Hearn, stood by Joshua in mourning as he lamented the loss of two promising individuals.
Boxing News / ESPN / December 31
Ex-champ Joshua out of hospital after car crash 
Two-time former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was released from the hospital after being under observation for minor injuries.
Terence Crawford News / Dice City Sports / December 31
Terence Crawford: 'I’m 38 That’s Old for Boxing'
For many fans, Terence Crawford’s decision to retire still feels surreal. The Omaha native looked every bit like the best fighter in the world on Sept.
Oleksandr Usyk News / Bloody Elbow / December 31
Oleksandr Usyk’s manager provides update on potential clash against former world champion
Oleksandr Usyk’s manager has provided an update on when the Ukrainian’s potential clash against Deontay Wilder could take place. In 2025, Oleksandr Usyk only fought once in the boxing ring when he knocked out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round of their rematch.
Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 31
Andre Ward vs Joe Calzaghe – Carl Froch and Ward break down fantasy showdown
The career of Andre Ward is something to be celebrated. The former two-weight world champion retired undefeated, with a record of 32-0, 16 KOs. He beat all comers with relative ease, apart from his first fight with Sergey Kovalev. S.O.G.
Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / December 31
When Manny Pacquiao briefly returned to teach an MMA fighter a boxing lesson
In December 2022, Manny Pacquiao started his journey back to the ring. The Filipino legend announced his retirement from boxing in 2021 after falling short in his bid to reclaim the WBA (Super) welterweight title, losing a unanimous decision to Yordenis Ugas.
Boxing News / ESPN / December 31
British boxing awards 2025: Fighter of the year, best moment, best knockout
British boxing delivered some incredible moments in 2025, but who takes out the top awards including fighter of the year and fight of the year?
Oleksandr Usyk News / BoxingNews.com / December 31
Usyk’s Targeted Return Date Revealed
Unified Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk’s manager, Egis Klimas, has confirmed a fight with Deontay Wilder is now “very likely.” The news comes after Usyk parted ways with Riyadh Season, with reports he is looking to work with an American promoter.
Boxing News / ESPN / December 31
Nigeria footballers send 'strength' to grieving Anthony Joshua
Super Eagles players Bright Osayi-Samuel and Wilfred Ndidi have sent their best wishes to Anthony Joshua after the Nigerian-British boxer was involved in a fatal car crash outside Lagos on Monday.
Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 30
Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman Fight Has A New Date
A long-delayed junior middleweight title fight between Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman is back on the table, with both sides now targeting an early 2026 showdown.
Canelo Alvarez News / Bloody Elbow / December 30
Canelo Alvarez’s return to face undefeated ‘boogeyman’ for his former title receives key update
An update has been issued regarding the status of the vacant IBF super middleweight title. Canelo Alvarez was hoping to face Terence Crawford in a rematch before his latest opponent made the decision to retire from boxing.
Alexis Rocha News / Fights Around The World / December 30
GBP Announced Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2 Undercard For January 16 In Palm Desert
PALM DESERT, CALIF. (Dec. 30, 2025) — Adding even more fuel to the Run It Back: Rocha vs. Curie event that kicks off Golden Boy’s 2026 fight calendar, the card features a stacked undercard showcasing the promotion’s elite rising talent.
Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 30
Andre Ward praises Terence Crawford and revisits Canelo win
Terence Crawford has received plenty of praise since his retirement from professional boxing. Many are referring to the Omaha native as an all-time great.
Felix Trinidad News / Fights Around The World / December 30
Unification, Violence, and Greatness: Puerto Rico’s Felix Trinidad And His Legendary 2000 Campaign
The Fighter of the Year award is one of the most prestigious and coveted in all of boxing. This year in particular, it’s debatable as to who should get the honors between Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue.
Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 30
Crash fatalities were members of Anthony Joshua's team
The two men who died in the car crash in Nigeria on Monday that injured former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua were his "close friends and team members.
Boxing News / Athlon Sports / December 30
Tyson Fury Reacts After Tragic Crash Involving Anthony Joshua
The boxing world continues to rally around one of its biggest names following a tragic crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people closely connected to a former heavyweight champion.
Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / December 30
Manny Pacquiao’s world title bout off after talks break down amid Floyd Mayweather rematch talk
Manny Pacquiao’s hopes of rewriting his own record have hit an early stumbling block. The Filipino icon became the oldest welterweight champion in history back in 2019 when he outpointed Keith Thurman to claim the WBA title at the age of 40.
Boxing News / ESPN / December 30
Anthony Joshua tragically lost two friends, his inner-circle was always source of strength
Years ago, Anthony Joshua rebuffed criticism of a photo of 23 members of his inner-circle inside his locker room by doubling down...
Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 30
Manny Pacquiao–Floyd Mayweather Jr. II Possibility Back On?
Talks for a proposed Manny Pacquiao–Rolly Romero bout have collapsed. Scrapping plans for a welterweight clash that had been targeted for the first quarter of 2026, sources told The Ring.
Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / December 30
Manny Pacquiao world title fight off as talks collapse amid Floyd Mayweather rematch rumors
Manny Pacquiao’s dream of breaking the record he set in 2019 has hit a snag. The Filipino boxing legend became the oldest welterweight champion of all time six years ago.
Terence Crawford News / Big Fight Weekend / December 29
Terence Crawford names his toughest opponent and it’s not Canelo
When Terence Crawford announced his retirement through a video released by The Ring Magazine, the boxing world paid tribute, with many calling him a pound-for-pound great.
Anthony Joshua News / Yardbarker / December 29
Anthony Joshua involved in fatal car crash in Nigeria
The former two-time unified world heavyweight champion had been in Nigeria since his Dec. 19 fight against Jake Paul in Miami.
Amanda Serrano News / BoxingNews.com / December 29
Amanda Serrano Vs. Reina Tellez Breakdown
Amanda Serrano will defend her WBA, WBO, and IBO featherweight titles against Reina Tellez on January 3, as we preview the upcoming fight. Serrano was meant to face Erika Cruz, but the latter’s VADA test returned an “atypical” result for clenbuterol.
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