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Manny Pacquiao opponent gave an explosive post-fight interview after being dominated by the legend in 2019

Manny Pacquiao cruised past one of the biggest trash-talkers in boxing, who was fuming in the aftermath of the fight. On July 19, the Filipino will challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC world title inside the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, USA.

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IBF Title Eliminator Ordered to Decide Hitchins’ Mandatory Challenger

As reported by Dan Rafael and others, the IBF has ordered an intriguing super lightweight title eliminator, with former champ Liam Paro potentially facing undefeated Mexican Lindolfo Delgado.

Jack Johnson News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Jack Johnson caused riots by beating the ‘Great White Hope’ in the Fight of the Century, 115 years ago

115 years ago today, Jack Johnson’s victory over America’s “Great White Hope” caused over 20 people to be killed in riots all across America. During a time when race relations were at an all-time low in the United States, Jack Johnson stood out in a country that derided his achievements for the color of his skin.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4

Jake Paul had wild quote about Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. before deportation

Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is facing deportation after he was arrested by the United States’ Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Wednesday, and some are now wondering if Jake Paul knew what was coming.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

‘Bad guy’… Oleksandr Usyk finally reveals the one foe he truly dislikes ahead of Daniel Dubois clash

Oleksandr Usyk will rematch Daniel Dubois on July 19th at Wembley Stadium, London. Oleksandr Usyk has done the double on Tyson Fury, he’s done the double on Anthony Joshua, and on July 19th could well do the double on Daniel Dubois.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 4

Intriguing World Title Fight Added to November Riyadh Season Card

Riyadh Season boxing continues to deliver some of the most impressive cards the sport has seen in recent memory. Turki Alalshikh recently announced that Devin Haney will face Brian Norman Jr, while David Benavidez will take on Anthony Yarde on a yet-to-be-confirmed date in November.

Gervonta Davis News / KO on SI / July 4

Gervonta Davis Issued Knockout Warning From Top Contender’s Father: ‘He’s Not Invincible'

Gervonta Davis is set to take on Lamont Roach in a rematch on August 16 as the controversial first fight between the pair ended in a majority draw. While Davis retained his WBA lightweight title, there are questions about whether he trained seriously for the first Roach fight and whether 'Tank' may be on the decline.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 4

How Could Yarde Approach The Benavidez Fight?

Anthony Yarde faces David Benavidez in November, as we look at how the Brit could approach this fight. Yarde has another world title opportunity at 175 pounds, having lost to Sergey Kovalev and Artur Beterbiev.

Skye Nicolson News / BoxingNews.com / July 4

Skye Nicolson vs. Carla Camila Campos Gonzales: Preview & Betting Tips

After suffering her first professional defeat and losing her WBC Featherweight title to Tiara Brown, Australian standout Skye Nicolson is back in action this time at super-bantamweight as the talented southpaw will face Carla Camila Campos Gonzales.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Tim Tszyu names surprise inspiration behind latest KO ahead of Pacquiao card

Tim Tszyu vs Sebastian Fundora 2 will feature as the co-main event under Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios. Manny Pacquiao will make his return to the ring on July 19th, hoping to win a world title against Mario Barrios.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Details of Tyson Fury and Jake Paul’s messages revealed as the pair discuss potential Tommy Fury rematch

Tyson Fury and Jake Paul have messaged one another about the possibility of a second showdown with Tommy Fury. On Saturday evening, ‘The Problem Child’ picked up his biggest win to date against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Katie Taylor denid being a dirty fighter after second-straight win over Amanda Serrano

Katie Taylor will have to shake off any accusations of her being a “dirty fighter” as she prepares for her trilogy fight against Amanda Serrano. The Irish boxing champion has already beaten Serrano twice, first in 2022 and then again in 2024, on the undercard for the Jake Paul/Mike Tyson fight.

Daniel Dubois News / Bloody Knockout / July 4

Daniel Dubois landed first-round knockout after just 35 seconds on his explosive debut 8 years ago

Daniel Dubois will hope his upcoming world title fight will go as quickly and as easily as his debut fight in boxing, eight years ago. The English fighter is preparing to walk out at Wembley Stadium on July 19 for a huge title bout against Oleksandr Usyk.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 4

Fury Saddened By Wilder’s Decline – ‘A Shadow Of His Former Glory’

Tyson Fury was saddened after watching Deontay Wilder’s performance against Tyrrell Anthony Herndon. Fury, who fought Wilder three times, stated that the former WBC Heavyweight Champion looked like a “shadow” of his former self.

Boxing News / NY Fights / July 4

ICE Arrests Julio Cesar Chávez Jr.: What We Know

The boxing world is reeling today from an announcement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announcing that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained Julio César Chávez Jr..

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 3

Canelo Alvarez And Terence Crawford Fight Involves A New perk

According to Rick Reeno of Ring Magazine, it is “the most expensive belt ever created.” It cost 140,000 pounds $188,000 to create. He didn’t say if this was 24k pure gold or gold inlay.

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Boxing News / KO on SI / July 3

Jake Paul Makes Explosive Canelo Alvarez Implication Amid Julio Cesar Chavez Jr ICE Arrest, Deportation

On July 3, news broke that Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. had been arrested by ICE agents in Southern California and is currently being processed for "expedited removal" from the United States.

Julio Cesar Chavez News / Larry Brown Sports / July 3