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At 46 years old, Manny Pacquiao staged one of boxing's most remarkable comebacks, stepping out of a four-year retirement and nearly defeating the younger WBC welterweight champion, Mario Barrios.

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Usyk Aiming For A US Promoter – What’s Next?

Oleksandr Usyk has left Riyadh Season, with the aim of securing an American promoter on a multi-fight deal. After headlining three massive events under the Saudi banner—including back-to-back victories over Tyson Fury—the unified champion (24-0) is now shifting his focus to the U.S.

Anthony Joshua News / KO on SI / December 29

Matchroom Releases Official Statement After Anthony Joshua Car Crash

Ten days after exiting the ring unscathed against Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua was involved in a deadly motor vehicle accident that nearly took his life. Two members of his team, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, were tragically killed in the accident.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Jake Paul’s bold claim about the Anthony Joshua fight debunked by reveal of the official scorecards

Jake Paul did not get any love from the three judges ringside on December 19. The YouTuber-turned-boxer suffered his second professional loss in the ring just before Christmas, as predictions of a brutal night for the polarizing Paul came to fruition in Miami.

Anthony Joshua News / Dice City Sports / December 29

Anthony Joshua Suffers Minor Injuries In Fatal Car Crash

LAGOS, Nigeria — Boxing star Anthony Joshua has been injured in a serious car crash in Nigeria that tragically claimed the lives of two people, according to multiple reports.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 29

Frank Warren: 'Tyson Will Knock Him Out'

More than a week after Anthony Joshua stopped Jake Paul in the sixth round of their surreal heavyweight clash in Miami, the echoes of that night are still shaping boxing’s biggest unfinished business.

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.

Amanda Serrano News / ESPN / December 29

Amanda Serrano: Next fight, boxing record and more

Amanda Serrano is a featherweight boxer with 47 wins, 4 losses and 31 knockouts.

Anthony Joshua News / Larry Brown Sports / December 29

Anthony Joshua injured in fatal car crash

Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries in a fatal car crash in Nigeria on Monday. Joshua was a passenger in a Lexus SUV on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria when the vehicle struck a stationary truck while overtaking, according to Nigeria’s Federal Road Safety Corps.

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Boxer Anthony Joshua hurt in fatal crash in Nigeria

Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua sustained minor injuries in a car accident on Monday in Nigeria that claimed two lives, authorities confirmed.

Jake Paul News / 5 GOATs / December 29

Anthony Joshua injured in fatal car crash days after fight against Jake Paul

On Monday, heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries in a car accident in Nigeria that left two people dead. Joshua was in the backseat of the vehicle when it crashed.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 29

Oleksandr Usyk's Manager Reveals Targeted Date And Location For Deontay Wilder Bout

Oleksandr Usyk's next opponent is yet to be confirmed, as the Ukrainian was sidelined with an injury following his July 2025 bout against Daniel Dubois.

Anthony Joshua News / Big Fight Weekend / December 29

Anthony Joshua ‘rescued alive’ following fatal car crash on December 29

Anthony Joshua returned to professional boxing on December 19, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round of their clash on Netflix. Just 10 days after that victory, reports have surfaced that Joshua has been injured in a car crash, while in Nigeria.

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