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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.

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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.

Errol Spence 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.

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

Boxing News / KO on SI / February 9

Major Update On Jaron Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz Jr After Recent Setbacks

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis and Vergil Ortiz Jr. might finally meet in the ring after all. Despite back-and-forth negotiations seemingly going nowhere and Ortiz seemingly removing himself from the conversation, the two super welterweight stars are now reportedly closing in on an official fight agreement.

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Jake Paul News / KO on SI / February 9

Jake Paul Breaks Down In Tears As Fiancée Jutta Leerdam Wins Gold, Teases Documentary

When Jake Paul got engaged to Dutch speedskating star Jutta Leerdam, he claimed they would both become world champions within the next couple of years.

George Liddard News / Big Fight Weekend / February 9

George Liddard’s first defence of his British & Commonwealth middleweight title confirmed

Matchroom Boxing has announced that British and Commonwealth middleweight champion George Liddard will make the first defence of his titles against Tyler Denny at the Copper Box Arena in London on March 21.

Boxing News / NY Fights / February 9

Terence Crawford Draws a Hard Line: Ali’s Fate, No Comeback at Any Price

Back in September, under the bright lights of a sold-out Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Terence Crawford shook up the world. Jumping up two weight classes

Boxing News / NY Fights / February 9

‘Chin Up Nick’ – Tyson Fury Offers Public Support to Nick Ball After Crushing Knockout Loss

What was meant to be a celebratory homecoming for former WBA featherweight champion Nick Ball unraveled into a sobering night in Liverpool, as Brandon Figueroa handed the Liverpudlian the first defeat of his professional career.

Shakur Stevenson News / Big Fight Weekend / February 9

Respected boxing trainer says what type of fighter would trouble Shakur Stevenson

On Saturday, January 31, at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Shakur Stevenson defied a rise in weight to defeat Teofimo Lopez to win the lineal and WBO super lightweight titles in a dominant showing.

Keyshawn Davis News / BoxingNews.com / February 9

Keyshawn Davis Eyes A Big 2026

Following his 12th-round stoppage of Jamaine Ortiz on his debut at 140, Keyshawn Davis is targeting a move up to 147. Davis has made it clear that he intends to be one of the most active boxers this year, with a plan to fight three times.

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.

Boxing News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

Shakur Stevenson–WBC Controversy Gives Dana White an Opening Boxing Didn’t Want

The boxing world once again found itself questioning its own governance after the WBC stripped Shakur Stevenson of its lightweight title just days after his dominant win over Teofimo Lopez.