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Anthony Joshua tipped to face Olympic Gold medallist whose career was derailed after Martin Bakole beatdown

Anthony Joshua appears to be on track to face an Olympic gold medallist who has recently revived his career after three consecutive losses. Anthony Joshua suffered his most brutal defeat of all last time out as he was stopped devastatingly by Daniel Dubois in Wembley Stadium.

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Unbeaten boxing prospect says how Terence Crawford can earn ‘clear victory’ against Canelo Alvarez

An undisputed super middleweight champion will emerge when Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford meet in September for their blockbuster fight. Meeting on September 13th in Las Vegas, 41-0 Crawford is moving up two weight classes to challenge one of the greatest Mexican fighters of all time, Alvarez.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / 24 minutes ago

Roy Jones Jr. names heavyweight contender who is the ‘hardest’ test for Oleksandr Usyk

No fighter has been able to get the better of Oleksandr Usyk as a professional as the Ukrainian extended his unbeaten record to 24-0 in July 2025. Usyk’s knockout over Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium made the fighter a three-time undisputed world champion.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Former world champion boxer Dwight Muhammad Qawi dies at 72

Former two-division world champion Dwight Muhammad Qawi, a member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, has died at age 72. His sister, Wanda King, said Qawi died on Friday after a five-year battle with dementia.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / 3 hours ago

Tim Bradley Rips Tank; Says He Loses To 46-Year-Old Pacquiao – ‘He’s Done’

Tim Bradley believes Gervonta Davis is no longer focused on the sport of boxing, raising doubts over his future at the top level. Davis raised controversy this year when he stated that he wanted to box three more times with a view to retiring.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / 3 hours ago

Teofimo Lopez Vs. Shakur Stevenson – Will It Happen?

Teofimo Lopez, the WBO Junior Welterweight Champion, has reacted after Shakur Stevenson called him out. Lopez has been calling out several big names, but to no avail.

Ryan Garcia News / Bloody Knockout / 6 hours ago

Ryan Garcia says he ‘didn’t even care’ about Rolly Romero fight in bizarre rant amid December rematch talks

Ryan Garcia didn’t hold back on his detractors of his last performance ahead of a potential Rolly Romero rematch. Ryan Garcia and Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero are reportedly days away from potentially having an immediate rematch secured for later this year.

Boxing News / KO on SI / 9 hours ago

Claressa Shields Responds To Jake Paul’s Muhammad Ali Comparison

Claressa Shields doesn't think Jake Paul should compare himself to Muhammad Ali. Ahead of his fight against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 'The Problem Child' claimed he was the best thing in boxing since Muhammad Ali.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / 7 hours ago

Ex-champ shuts down Canelo Alvarez’s chances at defeating Terence Crawford in upcoming superfight

Tim Bradley believes Terence Crawford will make it look easy against Canelo Alvarez One of boxing’s most anticipated showdowns is weeks away from coming to fruition as pound-for-pound greats Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford prepare to square off in a September superfight.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / 12 hours ago

Roy Jones Jr. explains why he is not a greater boxer than Muhammad Ali

Roy Jones Jr. would be many boxing fans’ pick for the greatest fighter of all time, while others would argue Muhammad Ali has that title. As Ali is one of the greatest heavyweights of all time, and Jones Jr.

Boxing News / KO on SI / 14 hours ago

Terence Crawford Names Three Boxers Better Than Canelo Alvarez

Terence Crawford will challenge Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title on September 13. The fight between the two pound-for-pound greats will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Claressa Shields News / Athlon Sports / 16 hours ago

Claressa Shields Dominates in Detroit—Could a $15 Million Superfight Be Next?

Shields’ dominant win sets the stage for blockbuster options, from big-name rematches to a historic superfight. It was a statement night in Detroit as Claressa Shields swept every round against Lani Daniels at Little Caesars Arena live on DAZN, electrifying a packed hometown crowd.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / 15 hours ago

Chris Billam-Smith open to ‘difficult’ fight against former Canelo Alvarez opponent

Former world champion Chris Billam-Smith is still very much a title contender despite no longer having an unbeaten record. Losing a cruiserweight unification bout against Gilberto Ramirez, Billam-Smith’s record fell to 20-2.

Teofimo Lopez News / Bloody Knockout / 15 hours ago

21-year-old knockout artist ‘respectfully’ open to fight with former training partner Teofimo Lopez

Teofimo Lopez’s boxing career has seen him become a unified champion at lightweight, as well as a title holder at super lightweight. ‘The Takeover’ has impressive wins on his resume such as recently retired Josh Taylor and Vasiliy Lomachenko, despite still being just 27 years old.

Boxing News / KO on SI / 20 hours ago

Popular Knockout Artist Vows To Flatline Manny Pacquiao ‘Like Juan Manuel Marquez'

Manny Pacquiao's return against Mario Barrios ended in a majority draw. 'Pacman', now 46, showed he still has some fight left in him, and while he's lost some of his defensive instincts, he can still inflict damage on the attack.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / 19 hours ago

Roy Jones Jr. gives strong take on potential Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua fight

Just a few years ago, a fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua would have been inconceivable. However, that is no longer the case. Eddie Hearn has said that a potential fight between Joshua and Paul is a possibility, as ‘The Problem Child’ is coming off a win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

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Xander Zayas News / Dice City Sports / 21 hours ago

Xander Zayas Becomes Boxing’s Youngest Champion

Xander Zayas claimed the vacant WBO junior middleweight world title with a dominant unanimous decision win over Jorge Garcia Perez at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Knockout / 20 hours ago

Manny Pacquiao would beat 30-year-old pound-for-pound star according to former world champion

Plenty of boxing fans were impressed with Manny Pacquiao’s 2025 return, as he faced reigning world champion Mario Barrios. Although Pacquiao and Barrios fought to a draw for the WBC World Welterweight title, ‘Pac-Man’ had a good showing at 46 years of age.

Xander Zayas News / Big Fight Weekend / 21 hours ago

Xander Zayas Crowned Super Welterweight Champion at 22

Xander Zayas (22-0, 13 KOs) is now boxing’s youngest active world champion with a unanimous decision win over Jorge Garcia (33-5, 26 KOs). Scores for their bout were 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112.

Tony Bellew News / Big Fight Weekend / 21 hours ago

Tony Bellew Reveals His Pound for Pound Top Five

Fans continue to debate the boxing pound for pound boxing rankings, with varying opinions. It’s a controversial subject that remains one of the most prominent topics in boxing.

Claressa Shields News / Dice City Sports / 21 hours ago

Claressa Shields Dominates Daniels, Is Ali Next?

Claressa Shields once again proved why she’s called “The GWOAT” (Greatest Woman of All Time). With her unanimous decision win over Lani Daniels, Shields improved to 17-0 (3 KOs) and retained her status as the undisputed women’s middleweight champion not heavyweight in front of a raucous hometown crowd at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

Claressa Shields News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Claressa Shields vs Lani Daniels Results: Full Fight Card Recap and Highlights

Shields headlines a Detroit card featuring hard-fought battles and decisive victories across every division. Detroit was the center of the boxing world as Claressa Shields returned to the ring in front of a roaring hometown crowd, headlining a night stacked with action and drama.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 25

Derek Chisora Implores Jake Paul To Not Fight Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) is making waves across the world of boxing. What followed an impressive victory against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (54-7-1, 34 KOs) was a prompt, albeit unsurprising, callout to Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs).

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 25

WBO Orders Oleksandr Usyk To Fight Joseph Parker

Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs), fresh off his historic fifth round TKO win over Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on July 19, has been instructed by the World Boxing Organization to negotiate a defense of his WBO title.