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Haney Drops Norman Jr.; Becomes New WBO 147 Champ
Devin Haney beat Brian Norman Jr. to become the WBO Welterweight Champion in a unanimous decision, 114-113, 117-110, 116-111, as you can see how the fight played out live. Norman Jr. had three consecutive stoppage victories, most recently securing a decisive fifth-round knockout against Jin Sasaki. Norman Jr.’s style is defined by his aggression, precise […]
Rodriguez Stops Martinez In The 10th
Jesse Rodriguez stopped Fernando Martinez in their super flyweight clash in the tenth round, as you can see how the fight played out live. Rodriguez, the WBO and WBC Champion, added the WBA belt with this win. He was on a sensational run since moving up to the 115-pound division, where he unified two titles […]
Mason Beats Noakes To Become WBO Lightweight Champ
Abdullah Mason beat Sam Noakes to secure the vacant WBO Lightweight Title in a unanimous decision, 117-111, 115-113, 115-113, as you can see how the fight played out live. Mason was riding an impressive wave of dominance, having secured ten consecutive stoppage victories before this fight. His last outing saw him dominate Jeremia Nakathila, forcing […]
Joshua Leaves Ben Davidson
Anthony Joshua has parted ways with trainer Ben Davison, as he is now teaming up with members from Oleksandr Usyk’s team. Joshua made the announcement just as he prepares to take on Jake Paul on December 19, his first bout since getting knocked out by Daniel Dubois. Joshua is a two-time unified heavyweight champion, but came […]
Micky Ward Reacts To Arturo Gatti Jr.'s Death
Micky Ward has reacted to the death of Arturo Gatti’s son, Arturo Gatti Jr. Gatti Jr. was found dead from hanging in an apartment in Mexico where he was living with his mother, Amanda Rodrigues, at 17 on October 6. The death has now been classified as a homicide. The Gatti family is contesting the […]
Subriel Matias Fails VADA Test For Ostarine
WBC Junior Welterweight Champion Subriel Matias has failed a VADA test for Ostarine, putting into doubt his mandatory defense against Dalton Smith. Matias is scheduled to face Smith on January 10 in Brooklyn in what will be his second defense. The positive result for Ostarine, a banned PED known to promote muscle growth and recovery, […]
Canelo Wants To Run Things Back With Crawford
Canelo Alvarez has declared his intention to pursue a rematch with Terence Crawford, with reports negotiations are currently in motion. The Mexican is focused on avenging the unanimous decision loss he suffered in September, which cost him his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title and marked only the third defeat of his career. Canelo’s career is currently […]
Ryan Garcia Confirms Mario Barrios As His Next Opponent
Ryan Garcia has confirmed his next opponent, announcing he has signed a deal to challenge WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios for February 21. Garcia is looking to rebound from two significant hurdles: his May loss to Rolly Romero, and the ring inactivity from his year-long suspension that followed after his no-contest against Devin Haney once […]
Jesse Rodriguez Vs. Fernando Martinez Predictions – ‘He's Too Slick'
A unification bout is set to take place in the super flyweight division as WBC and WBO Champion Jesse Rodriguez boxes the WBA Champion Fernando Martinez on November 22, as fans pros picked their winner. Rodriguez (22-0, 15 KOs) has enjoyed success since moving up from the flyweight division. He secured his unified status with […]
Chavez Jr.'s Return Set For January 24
Ex-WBC Middleweight Champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. will box Angel Julián Sacco on January 24 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Chavez Jr.’s return will be his first fight since his unanimous decision loss to Jake Paul on June 28. However, within days of the loss, Chavez Jr. was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement […]
David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde: Preview & Betting Tips
X: @BOXRAW https://x.com/BOXRAW/status/1953024647529725967 David Benavidez has yet to lose a professional fight and ‘The Mexican Monster’ will make the first defence of his WBC light-heavyweight belt against Anthony Yarde on Saturday night. After proving himself as one of the most avoided fighters at 168-pounds, Benavidez (30-0, 24 KO’s) moved up to light-heavyweight with expectation and […]
Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney: Preview & Betting Tips
Credit: Turki_alalshikh https://bigfightweekend.com/news/brian-norman-jr-vs-devin-haney/ The welterweight division is set for a compelling showdown as WBO champion Brian Norman Jr prepares to defend his title against the supremely talented Devin “The Dream” Haney. For Norman Jr (28-0, 22 KO’s), this fight is his chance to prove he’s not merely a dangerous puncher, but a legitimate top-tier champion. […]
Pros Predict Brian Norman Jr. Vs. Devin Haney – ‘He's An Amazing Fighter'
WBO Welterweight Champion Brian Norman Jr. defends his title against two-weight world champion Devin Haney, as pros gave their predictions. Norman Jr. enters the bout with a fifth-round knockout of Jin Sasaki. That was his third stoppage win on the spin. In contrast, having already secured titles at lightweight (135 lbs) and junior welterweight (140 […]
Harlem Eubank vs Josh Wagner: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Wasserman Boxing British boxing fans will be treated to an important welterweight clash as Harlem Eubank returns to the ring in his hometown, taking on Canada’s Josh Wagner at the Brighton Centre. Eubank (21-1, 9 KO’s) is coming off the first professional loss of his career, a technical decision defeat to Jack Catterall […]
David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde Predictions
David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde takes place on November 22 in a 175-pound clash, as fans and pros gave their predictions. Benavidez puts his belt on the line for the first time, as he initially was the interim champ before being elevated once Dmitry Bivol vacated. Benavidez has had two fights at light heavyweight, beating […]
Abdullah Mason Vs. Sam Noakes Breakdown
Undefeated boxers Abdullah Mason and Sam Noakes face off for the vacant WBO Lightweight Title on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. Mason enters the title fight with a stoppage victory against Jeremia Nakathila. That extended his knockout streak to ten stoppages on the spin. His best wins have come against the likes […]
Jesse Rodriguez Vs. Fernando Martinez Breakdown
WBC and WBO Flyweight Champion Jesse Rodriguez faces the WBA Champion Fernando Martinez on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. Rodriguez secured the belt with a stoppage win over Juan Francisco Estrada. He followed that up with stoppage wins over Pedro Guevara and Phumelela Cafu, marking a successful move up from flyweight. Those […]
Usyk Vacates WBO Belt; Wardley Becomes The New Champ
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated the WBO Heavyweight title, meaning Fabio Wardley becomes the full champion. The WBO President Gustavo Olivieri confirmed the news, as Usyk is no longer the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. The Ukrainian’s last fight was a stoppage win over Daniel Dubois in July, which made him the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion for the second […]
Jake Paul Vs. Anthony Joshua Announced
A pro heavyweight boxing match between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua will take place on December 19th live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami. The finalization of the fight follows after Paul’s original opponent, Gervonta Davis, was forced to withdraw from their November 14th bout. Davis’ ex-girlfriend filed a civil lawsuit, alleging battery, […]
Brian Norman Jr. Vs. Devin Haney Preview
WBO Welterweight Champion Brian Norman Jr. boxes Devin Haney on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. The fight takes place on the David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde undercard. Norman Jr. retained his belt with a fifth-round knockout of Jin Sasaki. Meanwhile, Haney is pursuing a title in a third weight class after winning […]