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Vasiliy Lomachenko Explains Retirement: 'I Lost Motivation After Haney'

Vasiliy Lomachenko says his final walk to the ring happened last May in Perth and he knew it. After dismantling George Kambosos Jr. over 11 one-sided rounds to claim the IBF lightweight title, the Ukrainian master chose silence over a victory lap.

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Three fighters Jake Paul could fight to help his reputation following Gervonta Davis cancelation

Jake Paul could salvage some of his reputation depending on who he picks to replace Gervonta Davis. This past Monday evening, it was announced by Most Valuable Promotions that the scheduled fight between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis on November 14 is officially canceled.

Ryan Garcia News / KO on SI / November 4

Ryan Garcia Gets Huge News From WBC Amid Mario Barrios Title Fight Rumors

Ryan Garcia is officially allowed to compete under the WBC banner again. Garcia is coming off a unanimous decision loss to Rolando 'Rolly' Romero in May, which marked his return from a one-year suspension due to PED usage.

Boxing News / ESPN / November 4

Ngannou bashes Jake Paul for 'disrespect'

Jake Paul has been accused of "disrespect" by Francis Ngannou for enquiring about a fight.

Boxing News / HITC / November 4

Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis cancelled as Paul shifts plans toward a 2025 return

Just days before the scheduled fight, Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis has officially been cancelled. Paul, who’s made a name for himself in boxing after his time on YouTube, was set to face off against Davis in a matchup that drew interest due to the significant size difference between the two.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / November 3

Gervonta Davis, accused of battery, dropped from fight vs. Jake Paul

Gervonta Davis, the subject of a civil lawsuit and a related criminal investigation, will not fight Jake Paul as scheduled on Nov. 14 in Miami. Courtney Rossel, Davis' ex-girlfriend, accused Davis of battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

David Benavidez News / BoxingNews.com / November 4

David Benavidez Vs. Zurdo Ramirez – How Does It Play Out?

Negotiations are reportedly underway for a 2026 fight between David Benavidez and unified cruiserweight champion Zurdo Ramirez, which could come about if they win their next fights. Eric Gomez of Golden Boy Promotions confirmed the news, putting the pressure on both men to win their next fights.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / November 3

Jake Paul-Gervonta Davis Nov. 14 fight gets cancelled

The upcoming exhibition bout between Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis is officially off.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 3

Jake Paul-Tank Davis Off — Paul Searching For Opponent

On Monday night what had been rumored all weekend regarding the cancellation of the Jake Paul-Gervonta “Tank” Davis fight became reality, when MVP Promotions pulled the plug on that bout.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 3

Chris Eubank Jr Shares Footage From Ambulance Blocking Incident After Conor Benn Fight

Chris Eubank Jr. is not letting anyone forget about his bombshell accusations against Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing. Two weeks before his rematch with Conor Benn, Eubank is still bitter over the events that followed their first fight.

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Boxing News / MMA Sucka / November 3

Jake Paul’s Next Fight Includes Three Washed Legends: JDS Pathetic Cherry on Top

Apparently we’ve reached the point in Jake Paul’s combat carnival where even Khabib Nurmagomedov’s former manager feels obligated to throw a retired heavyweight into the hat.

Johnny Fisher News / Big Fight Weekend / November 3

‘He punches ridiculously hard’: Johnny Fisher discusses power of new stablemate

Johnny Fisher (15-1, 13 KOs) raced to 13-0, knocking out all but one of his opponents. Fisher then stepped up in class and faced the experienced Dave Allen, with “The Romford Bull” earning a razor-close split-decision win, before being brutally stopped in the rematch.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 3

Court Order Casts Further Doubt On Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis Amid New Allegations

A new court order has all but confirmed that Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis is now far from reality. Davis has found himself in legal trouble, yet again.

Canelo Alvarez News / KO on SI / November 3

Oscar De La Hoya Digs Up Canelo Alvarez Dirt With 1-Word Diss

Way back in 2010, legendary boxer Oscar De La Hoya signed Saul "Canelo" Alvarez (who was then a 19-year-old promising Mexican prospect in the welterweight division) to Golden Boy Promotions.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. News / BoxingNews.com / November 3

Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin Preview

WBC Interim Junior Welterweight Champion Vergil Ortiz Jr. takes on Erickson Lubin on November 8, as we preview this upcoming fight. Ortiz, who fights in front of his hometown crowd, is currently The Ring’s No.

Anthony Joshua News / BoxingNews.com / November 3

Joshua Will Return This Year After Elbow Surgery

Anthony Joshua will return to boxing this year, according to Eddie Hearn. Joshua has recently undergone elbow surgery in the aftermath of his September 2024 knockout loss to Daniel Dubois.

Brian Norman Jr. News / Dice City Sports / November 3

Devin Haney Jokes Off Critics, Zeros In on Brian Norman Jr. for Welterweight Title Shot

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — November 22 can’t come fast enough for Devin Haney. The former undisputed lightweight king and junior welterweight titleholder will debut at 147 pounds against unbeaten WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 2

George Groves discusses Oleksandr Usyk’s legacy after Max Kellerman’s comments

Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs) enjoyed a storied amateur career, winning a plethora of medals, including gold in the heavyweight division at the 2012 Olympics

Joshua Buatsi News / NY Fights / November 1

Joshua Buatsi Wins, But Doesn’t Impress on Saturday

British light heavyweights Joshua Buatsi and Queensberry stablemate Zach Parker of Derbyshire stood on the brink of world title contention with a victory Saturday in Manchester.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 1

Eddie Hearn Believes That Devin Haney Is ‘Poisoned by Money’

Devin Haney (32-0, 16 KOs) is preparing to face Brian Norman Jr (28-0, 22 KOs) in Riyadh on November 22. While boxing aficionados are hoping to see ‘The Dream’ perform with the same fire that he showed early in his career, promoter Eddie Hearn is not convinced.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Report: Netflix looking into Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch

Netflix is considering putting on a nearly 10-year anniversary rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. The Ring’s Mike Coppinger reported on Monday that Netflix has been looking into the possibility of having Mayweather and Pacquiao meet in a fight next year.