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Joe Joyce's eleventh-round stoppage loss to Artem Suslenkov in Russia marked his third straight defeat, a stunning collapse for a fighter who was knocking on the door of a world title shot just eighteen months ago.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 13

Joe Joyce stopped in Russia, suffers third straight loss

Joe Joyce was stopped in eleven rounds by Artem Suslenkov in Russia over the weekend, his third consecutive defeat and fifth loss in his last six outings.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 12

Artem Suslenkov Stops Joe Joyce in 11th Round, Deepening Former Contender’s Heavyweight Decline

Joe Joyce’s difficult stretch continued Saturday night as rising Russian heavyweight Artem Suslenkov scored the biggest victory of his career with an 11th-round stoppage at VTB Arena in Moscow.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 12

Joyce Stopped in Bizarre Eleventh-Round Finish

Joe Joyce came back after sixteen months away saying he was fighting for legacy. He left the ring on Saturday night with a loss and his future in the sport genuinely uncertain.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 11

Artem Suslenkov beats Joe Joyce by TKO in round 11 at IBA Pro 19

Artem Suslenkov stopped Joe Joyce by TKO in round 11 at IBA Pro 19, moving to 15-0 and handing Joyce his first professional defeat. The heavyweight contest, scheduled for ten rounds, saw Suslenkov break through in the championship session to claim his first knockout victory as a professional.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 6

Murat Gassiev Gets New Opponent for First WBA Title Defense after Tony Yoka Injury

After a hectic week of injuries and baseless speculation, WBA heavyweight champion Murat Gassiev finally has his first title challenger pinned down. Gassiev was initially expected to defend the WBA ‘regular’ title against former Olympian Tony Yoka before the Frenchman withdrew due to an injury.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 5

Gassiev defends WBA heavyweight title in quiet boxing week

Murat Gassiev will defend his WBA heavyweight title against an opponent to be named after Tony Yoka pulled out with a back injury days before their scheduled bout in Moscow.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 5

Joyce dismisses retirement talk: 'I never mentioned it once'

Joe Joyce has shut down persistent retirement speculation, insisting he remains fully committed to his boxing career. The heavyweight contender said media coverage has run ahead of his own words.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 19

Joe Joyce calls Daniel Dubois rematch 'always an attractive option'

Joe Joyce says a second fight with Daniel Dubois remains on his radar. The heavyweight told Sky Sports he has not ruled out facing his former rival again.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 15

Joyce targets WBA Continental title in Moscow on July 11

Joe Joyce will challenge for the WBA Continental heavyweight title in Russia this summer. The British heavyweight confirmed he will face Suslenkov in Moscow on July 11.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 12

Joyce confirms Moscow title fight: 'Get ready for a big performance'

Joe Joyce will challenge for the WBA Continental heavyweight title in Russia on July 11. The British heavyweight announced the bout against Suslenkov, thanking IBA Pro for the opportunity.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 10

Joyce confirms Moscow trip to face Suslenkov for WBA title

Joe Joyce will travel to Russia to challenge Artem Suslenkov for the WBA Continental heavyweight title on July 11. The former Commonwealth champion confirmed the bout in a statement released through IBA Pro.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 9

Joe Joyce confirms July 11 trip to Russia for WBA Continental title

Joe Joyce will fight for the WBA Continental heavyweight title in Moscow on July 11. The British heavyweight announced his Russia trip after securing the opportunity through IBA Pro.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 8

Joyce vows big performance against Suslenkov in Moscow return

Joe Joyce says he is ready to deliver against Artem Suslenkov after a year away from the ring. The British heavyweight will face the unbeaten Russian in Moscow on July 11.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 7

Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Preview, Prediction & Latest Betting Odds

We are just days away from a WBO heavyweight title fight between champion Fabio Wardley (20-0-1, 19 KOs) and former IBF world champion Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs), live from the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, England, on DAZN.

Gloucester sign Connacht lock Joyce for 2026-27

Gloucester continue to strengthen their pack for 2026-27 as they sign former Bristol lock Joe Joyce from Connacht for next season.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 20, 2025

Should Joe Joyce Retire?

Joe Joyce is reportedly in contention to rematch Tony Yoka, but should he retire? Joyce is on a terrible run of form, as he is no longer the same fighter who was once the WBO Interim Heavyweight Champion.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 9, 2025

Hrgovic Outpoints Joyce, Calls for His Retirement After Dominant Display

Filip Hrgovic secured a clear unanimous decision victory over Joe Joyce in their 10-round heavyweight bout, asserting his status as a top contender and avenging a prior amateur loss.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 5, 2025

Heavy Impact Heats Up As Joyce And Hrgovic Take Backseat To British Rivals

After the chaos of the recent explosive press conference, where tempers flared and a table was sent flying, today’s weigh-in for the 'Heavy Impact' card unfolded with a welcome sense of calm.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 4, 2025

Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic: Weigh-In Results & Betting Odds

There really wasn’t any need for a weight verification, but since it’s required, heavyweights Joe Joyce (16-3, 15 KOs) and Filip Hrgovic (17-1, 14 KOs) stepped on the scale and made their Saturday main event official.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 2, 2025

Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic: Who Wins?

On Saturday, April 5, two heavyweight contenders will clash with plenty on the line. Joe Joyce (16-3, 15 KOs) and Filip Hrgovic (17-1, 14 KOs) both know that defeat will send the loser even further down the division’s pecking order.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / March 31, 2025

Joe Joyce vs. Filip Hrgovic: Preview, Betting Odds & Fight Card

On Saturday, Queensberry Promotions hosts a heavyweight main event from the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, UK. It’ll be a crossroads battle appropriately titled “Heavy Impact” as Joe Joyce (16-3, 15 KOs) will take on Filip Hrgovic (17-1, 14 KOs) in a scheduled ten-round bout.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 4, 2025

Joe Joyce knocked former heavyweight champion out for first time in career-best performance

Joe Joyce was seemingly on his way to becoming one of the best heavyweights in the world before an unfortunate run of form. Winning his first 15 fights as a professional, the heavyweight was seemingly making leaps and bounds in the division.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 24, 2024

Joe Joyce vs Derek Chisora: Who Wins?

This weekend will feature a heavyweight clash between a fighter trying to regain momentum and one looking to hang on by any means necessary. Former interim WBO heavyweight champion Joe Joyce (16-2, 15 KOs) will go up against the tough veteran Derek Chisora (34-13, 23 KOs).

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / May 23, 2024

Joe Joyce To Battle Fellow Countryman Derek Chisora

Not too long ago, Joe Joyce was a undefeated heavyweight prospect that was on the verge of a title shot. That momentum came to a halt when he faced. Zhilei Zhang.