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Eddie Hearn throws out shock name that he believes will win the heavyweight championship within a few fights

With Anthony Joshua, Oleksandr Usyk, and potentially a few other heavyweights nearing retirement, there is one man Hearn believes will truly shake up the division.

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Eddie Hearn Delivers Brutally Honest Take On Keyshawn Davis

Keyshawn Davis was set to make the first defence of his WBO lightweight title he won against Denys Berinchyk. The Norfolk native was set to face Edwin De Los Santos (16-2, 14 KOs) in his hometown, before missing weight by 4.3lbs resulting in him being stripped of his world title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 12

Eddie Hearn Confirms Crucial Next Step for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis

Jaron Ennis has dazzled in the professional ranks, recently defeating Eimantas Stanionis to become the unified IBF and WBA welterweight champion. Speculation was rife before that fight, and it has continued, with many wondering whether “Boots” will move up to 154lbs.

Canelo vs Crawford: Eddie Hearn Gives Honest Take on Dana White’s Role

Canelo vs Crawford will headline a Riyadh Season card on September 13, live on Netflix. The entire card will take place in Las Vegas, with Allegiant Stadium the likely venue should negotiations go well.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 6

Shakur Stevenson Makes Stance Clear On Eddie Hearn And Possible Floyd Mayweather Link-Up

Shakur Stevenson is the current WBC lightweight champion and has a fight coming up against William Zepeda on July 12. Stevenson signed a two-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing after his split with Top Rank last year.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 4

Eddie Hearn Pinpoints Oleksandr Usyk Weakness That Daniel Dubois Can Exploit In Rematch

Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will clash in a rematch on July 19 with the winner having the chance to walk away with the undisputed heavyweight title.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 30

Eddie Hearn Reveals Anthony Joshua Will Fight ‘Only Once’ This Year, But There’s A Catch

Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) will only fight once in 2025, according to Matchroom Promoter Eddie Hearn. AJ’s last tango in the ring was in September 2024, when he faced Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) at Wembley Stadium for the IBF heavyweight title, albeit unsuccessfully.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 28

Anthony Joshua Negotiating Two-Fight Deal, Eddie Hearn Reveals Possible Opponents

Anthony Joshua is set for a return later in 2025, according to his promoter, Matchroom Boxing CEO Eddie Hearn. Hearn spoke to BoxingScene's Tom Ivers about the former unified heavyweight champion being in discussions with Turki Alalshikh on a potential deal for his next two fights.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 27

Eddie Hearn Questions Terence Crawford’s Resume, Predicts Canelo vs Crawford Fight

Terence Crawford will challenge Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title on September 13. And the fight between two of the best pound-for-pound boxers has fans hooked already.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 23

Eddie Hearn Believes Fighters Do Not ‘Fear’ Deontay Wilder

According to Eddie Hearn, Deontay Wilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs) is no longer a feared fighter. The once venerated ‘Bronze Bomber’ was considered a specimen in the heavyweight division, exuding raw punch power and a sensational knockout ratio that sent shivers down the spines of his opponents.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 21

Eddie Hearn Reveals What's Likely Next For Jaron 'Boot' Ennis

Jaron "Boots" Ennis is likely in line for a big fight regardless of who is standing opposite him in his next bout. His promoter, Matchroom Boxing CEO Eddie Hearn, spoke about possible opponents for the unified Ring Magazine, IBF and WBA welterweight champion.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 19

Eddie Hearn Reveals What Must Happen For A Gervonta Davis vs Shakur Stevenson Fight

Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson have been two of the top lightweights in the world for a while now. 'Tank' Davis holds the WBA title at the 135 lbs division and Stevenson the WBC.

Boxing News / KO on SI / May 17

Eddie Hearn Makes Bold Manny Pacquiao Prediction For Mario Barrios Fight

Manny Pacquiao's return to the boxing ring is official, with 'Pacman' set to take on Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title. This will be the Filipino legend's first professional fight since his 2021 defeat to Yordenis Ugas.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / May 15

Eddie Hearn Confirms Talks for Eubank vs Catterall

The boxing schedule for the rest of 2025 is full of intriguing match-ups, and Eddie Hearn has teased a potential all-British clash. When talking to BoxingScene, the Matchroom Sport chairman has confirmed negotiations are in progress to make a fight between Jack Catterall and Harlem Eubank.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 14

Eddie Hearn Questions Devin Haney Rematch After ‘Bizarre’ Ryan Garcia Fight

The Ryan Garcia (24-2, 20 KOs) vs. Devin Haney (32-0, 15 KOs) rematch might be in shambles. Garcia and Haney recently faced Rolando Romero and Jose Ramirez respectively at Times Square on May 2.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / May 14

Eddie Hearn: ‘Very Unusual for Frank to Make a Mistake Like This’

On June 7 at Portman Road, Ipswich, Fabio Wardley vs Justis Huni will headline a Queensberry Promotions card in association with Matchroom Boxing, Tasman Fighters and Goldstar.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / May 12

‘I’m Coming for It All’: Matchroom Sign Rising Boxing Star

Matchroom Boxing has been busy in recent times, securing some of the most talented emerging boxers. After unveiling Leo Atang and Adam Maca, they’ve now announced the addition of Tia Hayton – described by Eddie Hearn as the “best young female talent I’ve ever seen.” Hayton is an exceptional prospect.

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.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / May 9

Matchroom Boxing Sign ‘One of the Hottest Prospects in World Boxing’

Matchroom Boxing continues to add to its impressive stable, with fighters such as Omari Jones and rising star Leo Atang joining Eddie Hearn and Frank Smith.

‘Polishing a Turd’ – Eddie Hearn Sends Bold Message to Dana White and the UFC

In combat sports, few rivalries are as persistent as the one between boxing and mixed martial arts. The UFC and boxing have long been compared for their global reach, financial influence, and ability to produce superstar athletes.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Eddie Hearn In Talks For Callum Smith’s Next Opponent

Callum Smith is eyeing a big fight under the stewardship of Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing. Smith was able to bury his defeat to Artur Beterbiev early last year with wins coming against Carlos Galvan and Joshua Buatsi, and took his title to become WBO’s interim light heavyweight champion.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Shakur Stevenson Ditches Eddie Hearn For Lou Dibella

Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) has reportedly changed camp as the WBC lightweight champ has decided to shift from Matchroom Boxing just after one fight with the promoters.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Eddie Hearn And Boots Ready For Brian Norman Jr. For WBO Welterweight Title

After the impressive performance Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis showed during his fight against Eimantas Stanionis in Atlantic City, Boots is faced with the challenge of either going up in weight class or challenging for the remaining belts in his rise to undisputed.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Eddie Hearn's Prediction for Boxing Commission's Decision on Davis-Roach Fight

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has shared his thoughts on the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC)'s review of the controversial fight between Gervonta Davis and Lamont Roach. Hearn doesn't think the NYSAC will overturn the outcome of the fight, which ended in a majority draw, but expects a rematch to take place.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 25

Eddie Hearn Unhappy After Anthony Joshua Showcases “A Bit of Inexperience”

Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) really should have listened to Eddie Hearn. The two-time former unified world heavyweight champion recently battled it out for the IBF heavyweight title in a sensational showdown against Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs).