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Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 25
Terence Crawford’s historic win outdoes Naoya Inoue’s activity in boxing’s Fighter of the Year award

Terence Crawford’s historic win outdoes Naoya Inoue’s activity in boxing’s Fighter of the Year award

Terence Crawford’s achievement was simply too great to ignore. 2025 has almost concluded, meaning award season is underway in the MMA and boxing worlds as fans, fighters, and analysts make their picks for categories such as Knockout of the Year and Fight of the Year.

Fabio Wardley News / Dice City Sports / December 25

Fabio Wardley Rises to No. 1: 'I Look at the Rankings and Laugh'

There was a time when Fabio Wardley glanced at The Ring’s heavyweight rankings and dared to imagine nudging his way into the top five. Now, the 30-year-old from Ipswich sits at No.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 25

The Biggest Loser From The Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Fight

Fourteen fights into his professional boxing career, Jake Paul finally suffered the knockout loss many fans have been waiting to see. However, Paul's stock arguably rose in defeat, and his bank account certainly increased, making the night a net positive for him.

Canelo Alvarez News / BoxingNews.com / December 25

What Is Canelo Alvarez’s Next Move?

The IBF is moving forward with plans to fill its vacant super middleweight title following the official retirement of Terence Crawford.  The sanctioning body has confirmed that it will first contact the division’s top-ranked contenders, Osleys Iglesias (No.

Keyshawn Davis News / BoxingNews.com / December 25

Keyshawn Davis’ Welterweight Move

After a tough 2025, Keyshawn Davis has announced he will skip the 140-pound division to make his debut at 147-pound welterweight in 2026.  After capturing

Deontay Wilder News / BoxingNews.com / December 25

Wilder Open To Boxing Gassiev

Deontay Wilder is not opposed to a fight with WBA Regular Heavyweight Champion Murat Gassiev, despite being in talks to face Unified Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk.  The “Bronze Bomber” recently ended a two-fight losing streak with a seventh-round stoppage of Tyrrell Herndon in June 2025.

Anthony Joshua News / Big Fight Weekend / December 25
Frank Warren issues challenge to Anthony Joshua

Frank Warren issues challenge to Anthony Joshua

On December 19, the boxing world all stopped to watch Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami. It was a buildup that captured the attention of the boxing and the wider sporting public.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 24
Jake Paul's Mom Slams Eddie Hearn But Praises Classy Anthony Joshua Moment

Jake Paul's Mom Slams Eddie Hearn But Praises Classy Anthony Joshua Moment

Nobody hated Jake Paul's first knockout loss more than his mother, Pam Stepnick. Nobody would want to see their child take the punishment that Paul did, but Stepnick was particularly angry about Eddie Hearn's post-fight reaction.

Boxing News / The Body Lock / December 24

Anthony Joshua Suggests Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia as Jake Paul’s Next Opponents

Jake Paul suffered a knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua last weekend, resulting in a double jaw break Paul faces a mandatory 60-day suspension from the

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 24

Will Shakur Ever Fight Keyshawn Davis?

WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson has shut down the idea of a showdown with Keyshawn Davis, stating it would take an “absurd” $500 million to consider the fight.

Jaron Ennis News / BoxingNews.com / December 23

Ortiz Vs. Ennis Hits Another Roadblock

Talks over Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis fight have stalled due to disagreements over money.  The primary hurdle lies in a disconnect between Ortiz’s manager, Rick Mirigian, and his promoters at Golden Boy, Oscar De La Hoya and Eric Gomez.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / December 23

Ryan Garcia Calls For Tank Davis Rematch

Ryan Garcia has reignited his rivalry with Gervonta Davis, calling for a rematch to avenge the loss in the first fight. Garcia experienced his first loss after Davis stopped him in the seventh round with a body shot during their lightweight encounter.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / December 23
Anthony Joshua grades Jake Paul's punching power

Anthony Joshua grades Jake Paul's punching power

Jake Paul has fashioned an unlikely career for himself in the sport of boxing. Though most didn't expect his emergence, Paul has dedicated himself to the sport for over five years and has made millions doing so.

Jake Paul News / ESPN / December 23

Joshua's KO of Paul draws 33M viewers on Netflix

Anthony Joshua's vicious sixth-round knockout of Jake Paul drew an average minute audience of 33 million globally, according to Netflix.

Manny Pacquiao News / HITC / December 23
Floyd Mayweather included as Manny Pacquiao’s advisor weighs up four potential opponents

Floyd Mayweather included as Manny Pacquiao’s advisor weighs up four potential opponents

Manny Pacquiao wants to land a big-name opponent for his next bout. Now 47, the eight-weight world champion came out of retirement earlier this year after four years away from boxing.

Naoya Inoue News / Dice City Sports / December 23
Naoya Inoue: 'Maybe I Don’t Need To Prioritize Entertainment Every Fight'

Naoya Inoue: 'Maybe I Don’t Need To Prioritize Entertainment Every Fight'

There were stretches of his most recent title defense when Naoya Inoue felt the urge the familiar instinct to close the show with a knockout. But for the first time in his career, he consciously suppressed it.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 23
Junto Nakatani praises fighter and welcomes showdown – and it’s not Naoya Inoue

Junto Nakatani praises fighter and welcomes showdown – and it’s not Naoya Inoue

On December 27, at the Mohammed Abdo Arena, Riyadh, Junto Nakatani (31-0, 24 KOs) will make his debut at super bantamweight, facing Sebastian Hernandez (20-0, 18 KOs), in the co-main event to Naoya Inoue vs Alan David Picasso.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / December 22
WBO orders Hamzah Sheeraz title fight after Terence Crawford's retirement

WBO orders Hamzah Sheeraz title fight after Terence Crawford's retirement

Following undefeated star Terence Crawford's retirement, the WBO has ordered Hamzah Sheeraz to fight Diego Pacheco for the vacant super-middleweight title.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / December 22
WBO Orders Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Diego Pacheco for Vacant Super Middleweight Title

WBO Orders Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Diego Pacheco for Vacant Super Middleweight Title

The hunt for a new WBO super middleweight champion is officially underway. On Monday, the sanctioning body ordered unbeaten contenders Hamzah Sheeraz and Diego Pacheco to fight for its vacant 168-pound title the belt recently relinquished by newly retired three-division undisputed champion Terence Crawford.

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