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Mike Tyson would 'probably' bite Evander Holyfield again if he had the chance to redo the fight

Mike Tyson may not regret biting Evander Holyfield’s ear as much as people once thought. On June 28, 1997, Tyson battled Holyfield in a rematch from the year before, where Holyfield knocked out “Iron Mike” to become WBA Heavyweight champion.

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22-year-old boxing prospect wanted to ‘quit boxing’ after watching rival Shakur Stevenson’s last fight

Shakur Stevenson has established himself as one of the top pound-for-pound boxers in the sport today as he boasts a perfect 23-0 record. Stevenson will aim to defend his WBC World Lightweight title on July 12th, when he welcomes a challenge from William Zepeda.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Knockout / June 28

Manny Pacquiao transformed his life after taking a $40,000 risk in late-notice 2001 US debut

Manny Pacquiao will take on welterweight world champion Mario Barrios on July 19th at the age of 46 years old. Manny Pacquiao is no stranger to risk, and is gearing up for his latest yet as he prepares to challenge for another world title on July 19th.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 28

Boxing Tonight: Jake Paul vs Julio Cesar Chavez Jr Odds & Prediction

Jake Paul takes on former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in a 10-round clash at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, on June 28. Paul heads into the fight with a record of 11-1-0 with seven knockout wins.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / June 28

Wladimir Klitschko dominated British fan-favorite heavyweight years before Anthony Joshua meeting

Ukrainian powerhouse Wladimir Klitschko was nothing short of dominant during his reign as a champion, making him a true modern great of heavyweight boxing.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 28

Ricky Hatton vs. Amir Khan: George Groves Reveals Who Would Have Won

British boxing has produced many memorable fighters, including Lloyd Honeyghan, Lennox Lewis, Joe Calzaghe, Nigel Benn and Henry Cooper among many others.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / June 28

Daniel Dubois’ trainer admits he was mad to think Dubois was ready for Oleksandr Usyk in 2023

Daniel Dubois is set to rematch Oleksandr Usyk on July 19th after being stopped by the Ukrainian in their first encounter. Daniel Dubois aims to prove his doubters wrong yet again with a win over Oleksandr Usyk, a win that would cement him as an undisputed heavyweight champion.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / June 28

Oscar De La Hoya Jealous?

You could very well say Oscar De La Hoya isn’t just being a critic he’s being a bit of a jealous one. With the blockbuster showdown between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez dominating headlines, De La Hoya’s recent comments about the fighters being “too friendly” during promotion have raised eyebrows.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / June 28

Mike Tyson forked out $3 million dollars in boxing’s biggest fine ever after Evander Holyfield incident in 1997

Mike Tyson is known throughout the world for his boxing career, whether it’s the good parts or the bad. “Iron Mike” is constantly lauded as one of the best heavyweight fighters of all time, and it is easy to see why.

Deontay Wilder News / Field Level Media / June 28

Deontay Wilder beats Tyrrell Herndon with 7th-round TKO

Former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder ended a losing streak by stopping Tyrrell Herndon in the seventh round on Friday in Wichita, Kan. Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) dominated en route to the technical knockout.

Deontay Wilder News / Dice City Sports / June 28

Deontay Wilder Wins By TKO

Deontay Wilder stops Tyrrell Herndon by seventh round TKO Friday night at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. Wilder got exactly what he wanted tonight and that was a stoppage.

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Natasha Jonas News / BoxingNews.com / June 28

Should Natasha Jonas Retire?

Natasha Jonas has not boxed since her loss to Lauren Price, so should she retire? Price suffered a one-sided unanimous decision defeat, losing her IBF and WBC Welterweight belts.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / June 27

Jake Paul heavy favorite, but public backing Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. big

No matter who wins the cruiserweight fight between Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on Saturday, the bout already has been a massive moneymaker for many involved.

Muhammad Ali News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Muhammad Ali’s grandson Biaggio Ali Walsh forced to tap out as he suffers first PFL defeat

Muhammad Ali’s grandson Biaggio Ali Walsh suffered his first defeat as a professional on Friday night as he was forced to tap out to a triangle. The grandson of a boxing legend has been put on the promotional fast-track by PFL, who nurtured his amateur career before he eventually turned over last year.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Manny Pacquiao once had a strong response when asked if he would ever fight Jake Paul

Years before Julio Cesar Chavez Jr agreed to become Jake Paul’s latest opponent, Manny Pacquiao firmly laid out where he stands on fighting ‘The Problem Child’.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 28

Christian Mbilli Stops Maciej Sulecki In One Round

Christian Mbilli knocked out Maciej Sulecki in the first round in a quick demolition. Mbilli defended his WBC Interim Super Middleweight Title, as he entered into the fight with a less-than-convincing performance, having struggled past Sergiy Derevyanchenko.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / June 27

Jake Paul And Julio Cesar Chavez Jr Both Make Weight

The fight is officially on, Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. both successfully made weight today at the cruiserweight limit, clearing the final hurdle ahead of their highly anticipated showdown.

Gilberto Ramirez News / Fights Around The World / June 27

Gilberto Ramirez vs. Yuniel Dorticos: Preview And Prediction

When Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez steps in the ring to face Yuniel Dorticos Saturday night on the undercard of Jake Paul’s latest bizarre contest with another man aged well past his best, boxing fans will consider the chief support as the real main event.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 27

Jake Paul vs Chavez Jr & Undercard Fights: Best Bets And Predictions

Jake Paul vs Julio Cesar Chavez Jr will headline a Most Valuable Promotions fight card in association with Golden Boy Promotions. The entire card will be shown live on DAZN PPV.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Former World Champion Carl Froch has expressed concerns about why Pacquiao would take up a fight at his age

It is a fight like no other. Mario Barrios will be returning to the ropes to face the veteran Pacquiao. The duo will contest the WBC welterweight world championship on July 19 in Las Vegas.

Manny Pacquiao News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Manny Pacquiao’s Behavior Toward Security Is Going Viral

On July 19, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is scheduled to return to the ring for the first time in over four years to fight Mario Berrios for the WBC welterweight championship in Las Vegas.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / June 27

Shakur Stevenson Dismisses William Zepeda’s Power

Despite William Zepeda’s reputation as one of the lightweight division’s most relentless power punchers, Stevenson isn’t impressed. In fact, he’s outright dismissing it.

Boxing News / KO on SI / June 27

Terence Crawford Admits He Can’t Compete At Canelo Alvarez's Weight In Resurfaced Clip

September 13 will be the biggest night of Terence Crawford's professional boxing career as he fights Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 27

Usyk vs Dubois 2: Ex-Champ Reacts to Krassyuk Split

Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 will headline a huge event at Wembley Stadium on July 19 for the undisputed heavyweight crown. Usyk vs Dubois 2 will see all four heavyweight belts up for grabs for the second time in 14 months, following Usyk defeating Tyson Fury in their first fight.