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On YouTubeBoxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
Joseph Parker almost lost to Britain’s most iconic gatekeeper who knocked him down ahead of his career’s fairytale revival
Joseph Parker’s career has seen a resurgence unlike any other, with wins over big names like Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang, but his career almost went a very different route.
Jake Paul News / Big Fight Weekend / May 12
Jake Paul’s MVP Reveal Surprising Double Signing
Most Valuable Promotions continues to expand its ever-growing female roster of fighters, with Ellie Scotney and Alycia Baumgardner joining in recent months.
Evander Holyfield News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
Evander Holyfield snubbed by former rival who names his four greatest ever heavyweight fighters
Evander Holyfield had a lengthy career that was filled with great moments and success, as well as some wild moments. From Holyfield having a fight interrupted by a paraglider to having Mike Tyson bite his ear, there are some unusual moments in his career.
Naoya Inoue News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
‘It made me realize’… Naoya Inoue speaks on being knocked down by huge underdog
Japanese superstar Naoya Inoue was able to extend his unbeaten record to 30-0 with a win over Ramon Cardenas. Competing in Las Vegas, ‘The Monster’ was able to defend his undisputed status at super bantamweight.
Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 12
How Eubank Jr. Silenced Eddie Hearn
Eddie Hearn saw Conor Benn suffer a unanimous decision defeat to Chris Eubank Jr., as Hearn was left with a bitter pill to swallow. Hearn was confident about Benn beating Eubank, even going so far as to state that he would make a bet with Ben Shalom.
David Benavidez News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
David Benavidez missed out on amateur titles as he spent years fighting for his health
David Benavidez remains undefeated and has been nicknamed ‘The Mexican Monster’ after his impressive wins over boxing greats, but his career didn’t begin so well.
Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan almost fought after meeting in a legendary London amateur boxing club
Manny Pacquiao versus Amir Khan is a fantasy fight that many fans wish would’ve happened, though many don’t realize that at one point it might’ve been close to materializing.
Martin Bakole News / Big Fight Weekend / May 12
Sam Jones Drops Brutal Four-Word Tirade on Martin Bakole
On May 3 in Riyadh on the undercard of Canelo vs William Scull, Martin Bakole fought to a majority draw against Efe Alagba. Many observers, including Big Fight Weekend, had Ajagba comfortably winning that fight.
Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
Gervonta Davis had his world title taken before fighting Ryan Garcia’s easiest opponent
Gervonta Davis is known as one of boxing’s biggest stars, but the explosive power-puncher once had his world title taken from him outside of the ring. Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis is now 30-0-1 after drawing with Lamont Roach Jr.
Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 12
Deontay Wilder’s plans to face an eccentric British legend were dashed years before Tyson Fury trilogy
Deontay Wilder is best known for his trilogy with Tyson Fury, but he was meant to face a different British icon back in 2013. Deontay Wilder‘s career has gone downhill since his first fight with Tyson Fury, having lost three of his last four fights.
Boxing News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Momentum Shift: Terence Crawford Says He Will Dethrone A Fading Canelo Alvarez
As the boxing world gets ready for the much-anticipated fight versus Canelo Alvarez on September 12th in Las Vegas, momentum is quickly moving in Terence Crawford's favour.
Manny Pacquiao News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Pacquiao’s Final Stand? Barros Looks to Shake Up Boxing’s Legend
After a four-year hiatus, former boxing champion and Philippine politician Manny Pacquiao is expected to make a spectacular comeback to the ring to compete for the WBC welterweight title against Mario Barros.
Boxing News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Brothers In The Ring, Worlds Apart: The Stark Physical Contrast Between Tyson And Tommy Fury
The notable physical contrast between heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and his younger brother Tommy Fury has shocked boxing fans. The two brothers give quite different pictures of what a boxer may look like, even if they have the same fighting heritage and family name.
Boxing News / Athlon Sports / May 12
Usyk's Reputation Could Be Stolen By Dubois
World heavyweight titlists Oleksandr Usyk and his archrival Daniel Dubois will face off for the undisputed crown at London’s Wembley Stadium on July 19.
Jake Paul News / MMA Weekly / May 11
Boxing champion welcomes Jake Paul fight
Despite receiving much backlash for his approach to the sport, Jake Paul continues attracting the attention of some of boxing's biggest names. 'The Problem Child' upset a large portion of the combat sports fan base when he lured Mike Tyson out of retirement at almost 60 years old.
Emanuel Navarrete News / Fights Around The World / May 11
Sunday Convo: Emanuel Navarrete’s Close Call Turned No-Contest On ESPN
For the WBO super featherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete (40-2-1, 32 KOs), this is a fight week that he wants to put in his rear view, even if he came away with his title on Saturday night against a tough fighter in Charly Suarez (18-1, 10 KOs).
David Benavidez News / Bloody Knockout / May 11
David Benavidez’s ‘Mexican Monster’ nickname was questioned when he went the distance with a 1-6 journeyman
David Benavidez has gone the distance just six times in his career, with one of those being against a journeyman who ruined his knockout streak. David ‘The Mexican Monster’ Benavidez was so close to having an unbeaten 18-fight long knockout streak, which was tainted only by a journeyman who just wouldn’t go down.
Deontay Wilder News / Bloody Knockout / May 11
Deontay Wilder’s comeback opponent was disqualified against controversial cruiserweight
Deontay Wilder will return to the ring in Kansas in June against 24-5 Tyrrell Herndon. Deontay Wilder hopes to revive his career after one win in his last four fights with a win over Tyrrell Herndon, a lower-level heavyweight who last won by split decision against an opponent with just seven victories.
Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / May 11
Muhammad Ali’s coach abandoned him to train his sparring partner-turned-opponent after his loss to Joe Frazier
Muhammad Ali’s trainer, Angelo Dundee, was by his side for every fight of his career since his second pro fight, except for one. Muhammad Ali is widely regarded as ‘The Greatest’ on account of his supreme speed, intellect, and showmanship, leaving a legacy in boxing untouched by any other fighter.
Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 11
Retirement Talks Swirl After Leigh Wood Gets Brutally Stopped By Anthony Cacace in Super-featherweight Debut
(Image credit: @BoxingNewsEDhttps://x.com/BoxingNewsED/status/1921330099745370300) Anthony Cacace produced a stunning ninth-round stoppage of Leigh Wood on the road in Nottingham, successfully defending his IBO super-featherweight title and staking his claim as a major threat in the division.
Johnny Fisher News / Big Fight Weekend / May 11
Johnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen 2: Preview, Betting Odds and Fight Card
On Saturday, May 17, Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 will headline a Matchroom Boxing card at the Copper Box Arena in London. This heavyweight clash is a rematch of their first meeting, which took place on the undercard of Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2 card, where “The Romford Bull” edged a razor-thin split decision.
Boxing News / Dice City Sports / May 10
Boxing Legend Will Make Comeback For Title Shot
Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao will be making his comeback against Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight championship on July 19th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pacquiao has been out of boxing for nearly four years but will jump right into a title shot.
Claressa Shields News / Dice City Sports / May 10
Claressa Shields reveals details of title bout against Lani Daniels
According to the Detroit Free Press, Claressa Shields is plotting a return to Detroit and promises major fireworks. Shields is a Flint, Michigan native and is one of the best top boxers right now.
Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Boxer Manny Pacquiao is coming out of retirement for title fight
Manny Pacquiao is coming out of retirement at the ripe old age of 46.
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