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Vitali Klitschko ended four year retirement from ‘career-ending’ injury to win world championship

In one of the biggest Cinderella stories in boxing history, Vitali Klitschko would crown himself king of the heavyweights once more with an astonishing career comeback.

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Deontay Wilder reveals date for boxing return amid links to Anthony Joshua super fight

Former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is set for a return to the ring, rather soon, in fact. Snapping his two-fight losing skid earlier this summer, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has been linked relentlessly with a host of high-profile fights in his return.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 11

Jaron Ennis vs. Uisma Lima press conference quotes and fight prediction

Jaron Ennis (34-0, 30 KOs, 1 NC) will soon face Uisma Lima (14-1, 10 KOs) in a 12-round super welterweight clash. Their bout headlines a Matchroom Boxing card at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 11

Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman Postponed Due To Injury

Sebastian Fundora will not be defending the WBC super welterweight title against Keith Thurman on Oct. 25. Fundora, 27, was expected to make his third defense of the 154-pound title against the former champion at the end of the month.

Roger Mayweather News / Bloody Elbow / October 11

Floyd Mayweather made pro boxing debut at 19 years old with stomach-churning body shot knockout

Long before the esteemed career of Floyd Mayweather unfolded, the decorated puncher was already laying the foundations for a stunning career in the ring.

Terence Crawford News / Bloody Elbow / October 11

Terence Crawford linked with ‘fight for the ages’ return as promoter plots comeback timeline

Yet to confirm which way he is currently leaning on his boxing future, Terence Crawford certainly has all the options on the table firmly. Improving to 42-0 last month in spectacular fashion, Terence Crawford landed a one-sided unanimous decision win over Canelo Alvarez, snatching the Mexican’s undisputed super middleweight crown.

Arturo Gatti News / BoxingNews.com / October 11

Arturo Gatti’s Bodyguard Speaks Out

The 2009 death of Arturo Gatti is back in the spotlight, as his former bodyguard and close friend, Chuck Zito, has publicly claimed Gatti was murdered and the scene was staged to look like a suicide. Zito believes the two-weight world champion was a victim of foul play when he was found dead in a Brazilian hotel room in 2009.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 11

Does Golovkin Deserve The Hall Of Fame?

Ryan Garcia has questioned whether former unified middleweight champion Gennadiy Golovkin deserves a spot in the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Garcia’s comments follow after Golovkin was selected as part of the 2026 class.

Rances Barthelemy News / BoxingNews.com / October 11

Frank Martin Vs. Rances Barthelemy – How Does It Play Out?

Frank Martin takes on former two-division world champion Rances Barthelemy on October 25, serving as the lead-in to Sebastian Fundora vs. Keith Thurman,

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 11

Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Will Have an AI Judge, Insider Reports

There’s a growing buzz surrounding the Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis exhibition fight. Originally scheduled for November 14 at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, the Netflix-exclusive bout faced a major hurdle when the Georgia State Athletic and Entertainment Commission raised concerns over the fighters’ drastic size and weight differences.

Tyson Fury News / Fights Around The World / October 10

Frank Warren: Tyson Fury May Soon Make A Comeback

Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) was last seen potentially announcing retirement after his loss to Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs). However, this might not be the case, according to promoter Frank Warren, who sees a Fury showdown in 2026.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 10

'Gonna Get a Lot of S*** for This' — David Benavidez on Crawford vs Mayweather Debate

David Benavidez has a hot take on the Terence Crawford vs Floyd Mayweather debate. Crawford recently became the first ever male boxer to become undisputed in three different weight classes with his win against Canelo Alvarez.

Jaron Ennis News / Total Apex Sports / October 10

Vergil Ortiz vs Jaron Ennis: A Fight Boxing Needs Is Finally Coming Together

Something special is brewing, and a Vergil Ortiz and Jaron “Boots” Ennis fight has all the makings of a classic showdown that could define the next era of boxing.

Boxing News / NY Fights / October 10

Injury Cancels Fundora vs Thurman Card

I’ve offered this advice before, and I’ll do it again: Never make non-refundable travel plans in boxing. Today’s example: Fundora vs Thurman. In a statement

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 10

Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman fight postponed

Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman was set to headline a PBC on Prime Video pay-per-view card at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Dan Rafael has now revealed that the WBC super welterweight title fight and the entire undercard have been postponed, dealing a severe blow to PBC and all the fighters who were set to appear.

Keith Thurman News / ESPN / October 10

Fundora (hand) postpones defense vs. Thurman

WBC junior middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora's Oct. 25 title defense against Keith Thurman has been postponed after the champion suffered a hand injury during training camp.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 10

Hamza Uddin vs Paul Roberts: Preview & Betting Tips

The flyweight division welcomes an intriguing matchup this Saturday as rising British prospect Hamza “Thriller” Uddin takes on Paul Roberts for the English flyweight title at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua Hopes Rise Again for 2026 as Matchroom Exec Confesses Boxing’s Sad Reality

There are fans of fighters, and then there are fans of fights. For a long time, many wanted to see Terence Crawford fight Errol Spence Jr. Another one on the list was Oleksandr Usyk vs.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Shakur Stevenson Subtly Responds as Teofimo Lopez Enters Talks With Manny Pacquiao for Next Fight in Las Vegas

There’s a lot going on with Teofimo Lopez. The two-division champion has been linked to a potential super lightweight fight against Shakur Stevenson for a while now.

Manny Pacquiao News / Dice City Sports / October 9

Manny Pacquiao Announces Las Vegas Return on Jan. 24; Opponent Reveal Coming Soon

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao says he’ll be back in the ring January 24 in Las Vegas. With an opponent announcement expected in the coming days. The eight-division champion broke the news Tuesday in a social media post, promising “an exciting and special event.” “Hello to all my boxing fans.

Ben Whittaker News / Dice City Sports / October 9

Ben Whittaker Begins a 'New Chapter' With Matchroom After Leaving Boxxer

British light-heavyweight standout Ben Whittaker says he feels like he’s making his professional debut all over again after signing with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, marking a major shift in his young career.

Arturo Gatti News / Larry Brown Sports / October 8

Son of boxing legend Arturo Gatti found dead at 17

Arturo Gatti Jr., the son of boxing legend Arturo Gatti, has reportedly died at the age of 17. Chuck Zito, who was Gatti’s close friend and served as the former champion’s bodyguard, revealed in a social media post on Wednesday that Gatti Jr.