Boots Ennis stops Zayas, targets undisputed crown
#Boxing #EnnisJaron "Boots" Ennis unified junior middleweight titles by stopping Xander Zayas in the seventh round. He showed vulnerability in round three but recovered. Now targeting undisputed status, he eyes Sebastian Fundora, Josh Kelly, or Vergil Ortiz Jr. for his next fight. read more
Ennis stops Zayas in seventh, wins junior middleweight titles
#Boxing #EnnisZayasJaron "Boots" Ennis stopped Xander Zayas in the seventh round, scoring three knockdowns to win the WBO and WBA junior middleweight titles. The bout shifted from a one-sided Ennis assault to a slugfest before Ennis secured the victory. read more
Zayas vs Ennis: Undefeated Champions Collide in Brooklyn
#Boxing #EnnisZayasUnified junior middleweight champion Xander Zayas defends his WBA and WBO titles against former welterweight champ Jaron 'Boots' Ennis at Barclays Center. Ennis, a -500 favorite, aims to bring belts back to Philadelphia. read more
Zayas faces Boots Ennis in career-defining clash
#Boxing #ZayasEnnisUnified junior middleweight champion Xander Zayas defends his WBA and WBO titles against Jaron "Boots" Ennis on Saturday in Brooklyn. Ennis, a -500 favorite, moved up from welterweight. Analysts predict Ennis wins by decision or KO, citing superior power and skill. read more
Mayweather-Zambidis Exhibition Fight Canceled Amid Lawsuit
#Boxing #MayweatherFloyd Mayweather's exhibition fight against Mike Zambidis in Greece was canceled after CSI sued for breach of contract. An emergency injunction halted promotion and ticket sales. The event may be rescheduled pending a court ruling on the injunction. read more
Shields drops three weight classes for title shot
#Boxing #ShieldsScottClaressa Shields, pound-for-pound queen, drops from heavyweight to challenge unified middleweight champ Kaye Scott on Aug. 15 in Atlanta, aiming to reclaim WBC and WBA titles for legacy. read more
Fury vs Joshua Megafight Finally Signed After Years
#Boxing #FuryJoshuaAfter years of failed negotiations, the Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua megafight may finally happen in November 2026, backed by Saudi financier Turki Alalshikh. Both fighters are past their primes but eager, with a potential U.S. venue and Netflix broadcast. read more
Bam Rodriguez calls out Inoue after dominant win
#Boxing #FightNewsJesse "Bam" Rodriguez won the WBA bantamweight title, sparking talks of a megafight with Naoya Inoue. Gervonta "Tank" Davis may return against Floyd Schofield, pending legal issues. Rolando "Rolly" Romero seeks a fight after a year out. read more
Bam Rodriguez stops Vargas, wins third division title
#Boxing #ChampionJesse "Bam" Rodriguez stopped Antonio Vargas via sixth-round knockout, becoming a three-division world champion. He dropped Vargas in round four before landing a decisive left hand. Rodriguez, now 24-0, eyes a potential superfight with Naoya Inoue. read more
Bam Rodriguez fulfills Donaires prophecy
#Boxing #PoundForPoundJesse "Bam" Rodriguez, boxing's No. 3 pound-for-pound star, seeks a third-division title Saturday against WBA bantamweight champion Antonio Vargas. The 26-year-old rose from small weight classes to dominance, eyeing a potential mega-fight with Naoya Inoue. read more
Eddie Hearn Blasts Dana White as Clueless Over Joshua-Fury
#Boxing #HearnVsWhiteEddie Hearn called Dana White "absolutely clueless" over claims he’d lead-promote Joshua-Fury. Hearn denies White’s involvement, stating he negotiated the contract, which mandates a UK venue in November. Their feud intensifies amid Zuffa Boxing’s legal disputes. read more
Jones and Brown seek MVP statement wins
#Boxing #WomensBoxingOshae Jones defends her IBF junior middleweight title in a rematch against Elia Carranza, seeking a clear win after a disputed split decision. Tiara Brown fights Hannah Rapp, aiming to prove her featherweight title win wasn’t a fluke. Both debut for MVP on ESPN. read more
Boxing megafights: Garcia, Usyk, Rodriguez in spotlight
#Boxing #BoxingNewsRyan Garcia eyes Conor Benn fight but hurdles remain. Usyk may vacate WBC belt rather than face Kabayel. Bam Rodriguez targets Inoue in 2025. Jermall Charlo seeks return. Rico Verhoeven proven as heavyweight contender. read more
Bivol Reclaims Pound-for-Pound Spot After Dominant Win
#Boxing #PoundForPoundDmitry Bivol returns to ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings at No. 6 after a dominant unanimous decision win over Michael Eifert, his first fight following back surgery and a 15-month layoff. He dropped Eifert in round one and controlled the bout. read more
Serrano ties KO record, eyes 50th win in final year
#Boxing #SerranoAmanda Serrano tied Christy Martin's women's KO record with a second-round TKO win, reaching 49 victories. She remains No. 4 in ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings and eyes breaking the record and reaching 50 wins before retiring in 2026. read more
Serrano ties KO record, Han retains, Holm plots next move
#Boxing #WomenInSportsAmanda Serrano eyes final year, aiming for 50 wins and KO record before retiring in Puerto Rico. Stephanie Han wants Katie Taylor but may face Caroline Dubois. Holly Holm, despite defeat, has boxing and MMA options including Taylor or Ronda Rousey rematch. read more
Usyk stops Verhoeven in controversial 11th-round TKO
#Boxing #UsykVerhoevenOleksandr Usyk survived a scare against kickboxer Rico Verhoeven, scoring a controversial 11th-round TKO in Egypt. Usyk dropped Verhoeven with an uppercut, then pummeled him before the stoppage, preserving his undefeated record despite being outboxed early. read more
Usyk faces Verhoeven in historic pyramid fight
#UsykVerhoeven #BoxingUnified boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk faces kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven in Egypt on Saturday. Usyk’s WBC title is on the line; Verhoeven seeks a massive upset. The undercard features title fights for vacant belts. read more
Boxing champ Mayweather sues advisor for $175 million
#Boxing #FraudFloyd Mayweather Jr. sues business advisor Jona Rechnitz for allegedly stealing $175 million through fraudulent real estate, jewelry, and jet deals over three years. Mayweather’s attorney says “the gloves are off” in the legal fight. read more
Usyk fights Verhoeven at the Pyramids
#Usyk #BoxingOleksandr Usyk, undefeated heavyweight champion, faces kickboxer Rico Verhoeven in Egypt. Despite securing his legacy with Olympic gold and undisputed titles, Usyk continues fighting for personal enjoyment, not necessity, aiming to leave the sport on his own terms. read more
Lomachenko Ends Retirement, Plans Fall Comeback
#Boxing #LomachenkoVasiliy Lomachenko plans a fall return after retiring in 2025. Potential opponents include Shakur Stevenson, Gervonta Davis, Teofimo Lopez Jr., and Naoya Inoue. At 38, his health and weight class remain key factors for a high-stakes comeback fight. read more
Wardley vs Dubois Heavyweight Title Fight Erupts
#Boxing #HeavyweightFightFabio Wardley defends his WBO heavyweight title against Daniel Dubois in Manchester. Both fighters boast a 95% combined knockout rate. Wardley is unbeaten with one draw, while Dubois aims to become a two-time champion after two losses to Oleksandr Usyk. read more
Benavidez stops Ramirez, calls out Canelo and Bivol
#Boxing #BenavidezDavid Benavidez brutally stopped Gilberto Ramirez via sixth-round TKO, becoming a three-division champion. He called out Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol post-fight, cementing his status as boxing's new Mexican star. read more
Benavidez dominates Ramirez, becomes three-division champion
#Boxing #BenavidezDavid Benavidez dominated Gilberto Ramirez via sixth-round KO, becoming a three-division champion. His relentless power and speed delivered a violent performance, cementing him as boxing's must-see star. He now targets Dmitry Bivol or Canelo Alvarez next. read more
Benavidez vs Ramirez cruiserweight title fight set
#Boxing #BenavidezRamirezDavid Benavidez faces Gilberto Ramirez for WBA/WBO cruiserweight titles in Las Vegas. Benavidez seeks third-division championship. Ramirez defends belts after unanimous decision win. Undercard features Resendiz vs. Munguia. Full coverage from ESPN. read more
Experts Predict Benavidez Dominance Over Ramirez
#Boxing #BenavidezRamirezDavid Benavidez moves up to cruiserweight to challenge champion Gilberto Ramirez. Analysts favor Benavidez's speed and pressure, predicting Ramirez must use his jab and defense to survive. Benavidez is expected to win by decision or stoppage. read more
Inoue vs. Nakatani: Undefeated Japanese Stars Collide
#InoueNakatani #BoxingNaoya Inoue defends undisputed junior featherweight titles against Junto Nakatani in Tokyo. Both undefeated punchers rank among boxing's elite. Experts are split, but Inoue's power and experience at higher weight give him the edge in this all-Japanese showdown. read more
David Benavidez: Boxing’s next superstar in the making
#DavidBenavidez #BoxingDavid Benavidez's relentless, all-action style and refusal to cruise to victory have made him a fan favorite. After chasing Canelo, he now fights Gilberto Ramirez for cruiserweight gold, aiming to become boxing's next superstar through pure aggression and entertainment. read more
Boxings biggest stars face uncertain futures
#Boxing #FightNewsDevin Haney lacks an opponent as welterweight unification talks stall. Floyd Mayweather's exhibition with Mike Tyson remains unconfirmed, while a Pacquiao rematch is disputed. Katie Taylor targets a Dublin farewell. Errol Spence nears a return. Dalton Smith is Britain's best active fighter. read more
Baumgardner Ties for Sixth in Pound-for-Pound Rankings
#Boxing #WomensBoxingAlycia Baumgardner retained her unified junior lightweight titles with a unanimous decision win, moving up to tie Mikaela Mayer for No. 6 in ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings. She eyes a future showdown with Katie Taylor. read more
Fury Challenges Joshua After Dominant Comeback Win
#Boxing #FuryVsJoshuaTyson Fury returned from retirement to dominate Arslanbek Makhmudov by unanimous decision. After the win, he publicly challenged Anthony Joshua to a long-awaited "Battle of Britain," aiming to stage the mega-fight later in 2026. read more
Fury Returns From Retirement, Eyes Joshua Showdown
#Boxing #FuryComebackTyson Fury returns from retirement after 16 months to fight Arslanbek Makhmudov in London. In the co-main event, Conor Benn faces Regis Prograis. Fury seeks victory to set up future major heavyweight bouts. read more
Serrano Returns to Featherweight on Stacked MVPW Card
#Boxing #WomensSportsAmanda Serrano defends her WBA and WBO featherweight titles against Cheyenne Hanson on May 30 in El Paso. The bout is part of MVPW-03, a stacked card featuring a Han-Holm rematch, airing live on ESPN. read more
Wilder Demands Joshua Showdown After Gritty Win
#WilderJoshua #BoxingDeontay Wilder, after a gritty win over Derek Chisora, directly challenged Anthony Joshua ringside. Both past their prime, a long-awaited fight between them still holds huge fan interest and commercial appeal, making it a logical next high-risk bout. read more
Wilder Edges Chisora in Epic Heavyweight Farewell
#Boxing #WilderChisoraDeontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora by split decision in a thrilling heavyweight bout at London's O2 Arena. Chisora, in his 50th and final fight, recovered from an eighth-round knockdown to earn a heroic reception despite the loss. read more
Wilder Outlasts Chisora in Chaotic Heavyweight Return
#Boxing #WilderChisoraDeontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora by split decision in a scrappy heavyweight bout. Wilder scored two knockdowns in Chisora's final fight. In the co-main, Viddal Riley won the European cruiserweight title by unanimous decision. read more