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Timing of the essence to pursue 'Bam' Rodriguez-Naoya Inoue showdown

Is it time to 'grab your popcorn' and buckle up for Naoya Inoue-'Bam' Rodriguez, asks Lance Pugmire

Jai Opetaia maintains ‘undisputed is what I want’

Australian cruiserweight Jai Opetaia has outlined that his boxing mission remains to be the undisputed champion at 200lbs.

Nasheed 'Sugar Sheed' Smith signs for Zuffa Boxing

Zuffa Boxing has confirmed the signing Washington DC light heavyweight prospect Nasheed “Sugar Sheed” Smith.

Honors even as Oshae Jones draws with Elia Carranza

Oshae Jones held onto her IBF super welterweight title after battling to a draw with Elia Carranza at Caribe Royale in Orlando, Florida.

'Bam' Rodriguez scores one-punch knockout over Vargas, wins world title in third weight division

In a sudden switch from what had been a competitive bout through four rounds, Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez promoted himself to three-division champion Saturday night by knocking out Antonio Vargas in the sixth round and claiming his WBA bantamweight belt.

Arturo Cardenas finds his way, dismisses Jordan Martinez in rematch

Arturo Cardenas restored his name and defeated Jordan Martinez by wide scores of 100-90, 98-92, 97-93 in the co-featured bout to support tonight's Bam" Rodriguez vs. Antonio  Vargas main event at Desert Diamond Arena.

Elif Nur Turhan retains IBF lightweight belt via unanimous decision over Gabriela Tellez

Turkey's 31-year-old Elif Nur Turhan had to pull out all the stops to retain her IBF lightweight title belt Saturday night, winning 96-94 on all three scorecards. But, by the strength of her impressive losing performance, 19-year-old Gabriela Tellez ensured she’ll remain a key player in the sport.

Diego Pacheco renews with Matchroom, returns to 'War Grounds' July 18 versus Immanuwel Aleem

David Jimenez named WBA super flyweight champion in place of Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez, becoming Costa Rica's first male champion

The World Boxing Association’s Championship Committee have designated David “Medallita” Jimenez as their brand-new super flyweight champion, in place of Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez vacating the belt.

Counting down 10 unforgettable moments in boxing No. 8

In a new series, BoxingScene counts down 10 unforgettable moments every boxing fans should see. From incredible to bizarre, here are 10 instances of boxing being "the theatre of the unexpected."

Campaigning Nico Ali Walsh ready for fights in and out of the ring

Nico Ali Walsh is in the fight of his life, campaigning vigorously to prevents updates being made to boxing law in the US.

Tyson Fury not locked to U.K. for Joshua fight, but Eddie Hearn declares Dana White, Zuffa locked out

Eddie Hearn discusses Tyson Fury’s contract to fight Anthony Joshua, revealing it does not stipulate that the bout must occur in the U.K., as well as other plans for Matchroom fighters' futures.

Counting down 10 unforgettable moments in boxing No. 9

In a new series, BoxingScene counts down 10 unforgettable moments every boxing fans should see. From incredible to bizarre, here are 10 instances of boxing being "the theatre of the unexpected."

Elif Nur Turhan sends no mixed messages in her power-punching onslaughts

IBF women’s lightweight champion Elif Nur Turhan plans to unleash her power when she faces Gabriela Tellez on the DAZN-streamed Matchroom Boxing card headlined by pound-for-pound occupant Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez’s attempt for a third division title versus WBA bantamweight champion Antonio Vargas.

Hot ticket: Katie Taylor sells out Croke Park in 30 minutes

What many are calling the hottest ticket in combat sports this year has proved to be exactly that as tens of thousands of fans swamped the box office to buy their tickets for Katie Taylor’s farewell fight.

Dana White not involved with Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury negotiations, says Eddie Hearn

Eddie Hearn has shed further light on the ongoing promotional spat between he and Dana White regarding who might promote Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury later this year.

Jaron Ennis ready to make dreams come true, starting with Xander Zayas

Jaron Ennis said he’s ready to silence the doubters when he faces Xander Zayas in Brooklyn on June 27.

Antonio Vargas expects help from spiritual friends to pull upset against Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez

Antonio Vargas intends to rely on help form his faith to spring the upset against Jesse Bam Rodriguez this Saturday at the Desert Diamond Casino.

Should 'Bam' Rodriguez go right to Naoya Inoue with a win?

Counting down 10 unforgettable moments in boxing No. 10

In a new series, BoxingScene counts down 10 unforgettable moments every boxing fans should see. From incredible to bizarre, here are 10 instances of boxing being "the theatre of the unexpected."

Next fight for Adam Azim could be world title shot on BBC

Adam Azim has the world at his feet following his three-round demolition of Steve Claggett last month, writes Tom Ivers

Chantelle Cameron has been chasing Mikaela Mayer since the amateurs

Chantelle Cameron has long been an admirer of Mikaela Mayer but their paths never crossed - until now

Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney agree on social media to catchweight battle

he ongoing digital squabbling between Shakur Stevenson and Devin Haney reached a stalemate Wednesday when they both appeared to agree to a catchweight fight at 144lbs

Star Trek: Odel Kamara aiming to boldly go where no boxer has been since 1949

Odel Kamara, one of the hottest young stars in world boxing, is already dreaming of filling football stadiums

Gabriela Tellez unmoved by the rigors of her title challenge of Elif Nur Turhan

Gabriela Tellez was considering a career in the US Army when her trainer Jose Benavidez intervened with some sage advice, writes Lance Pugmire

Golden Boy issuing cease-and-desist letter to Zuffa, Paramount alleging Ryan Garcia interference

Oscar De La Hoya and Golden Boy Promotions are sending a cease-and-desist letter to Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing, TKO Group Holdings, Paramount and Saudi Arabia’s Sela to immediately halt alleged interference with WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia.

Garry Jonas clarifies Paulie Malignaggi comments about the future of ProBox TV

Garry Jonas discusses the future of ProBox TV with Matt Christie, the new subscription model, his hopes and dreams, and what that all means for the fans

'Battle-tested' Lamont Roach Jnr determined to produce convincing title triumph

Lamont Roach Jnr is determined to impress when he faces William Zepeda, August 1 at Virgin Hotels and Casino in Las Vegas on TNT’s new “The Fight” series and DAZN.

Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury contract states venue must be in UK, says Eddie Hearn

Should Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fight in America the existing contract between them would need to be rewritten

Mikaela Mayer-Chantelle Cameron, Caroline Dubois-Amelia Moore in Birmingham on August 29

Mikaela Mayer and Chantelle Cameron are set to collide in a junior middleweight unification showdown at the bp pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham, England, on August 29

Jose Benavidez Snr purchasing Phoenix's historic Central Boxing gym

Jose Benavidez Snr, whose son David Benavidez has worn “PHX” on his trunks throughout his ascent to three division titles, is buying the gym where it all started, writes Norm Frauenheim

Raymond Muratalla not downbeat about taking second billing on August 1

Raymond Muratalla is not getting a homecoming fight, is deprived of top billing and is assigned a second consecutive Olympic gold medalist

Ramon Cardenas-Sam Goodman off, Cardenas moved to ProBox show on August 29

A day after announcing recent title challengers Ramon Cardenas and Sam Goodman were due to face off in Australia to beef up the Errol Spence Jnr-Tim Tszyu card in late July, the bout has been scrapped

Ben Shalom accuses Zuffa Boxing of ‘scandalous’ conduct in contract dispute

en Shalom has accused Dana White's Zuffa Boxing of engaging in "scandalous" behavior after Boxxer filed legal action against the promotional group over the alleged poaching of contracted fighters

Bryan Flores has point to prove against Jonathan Navarro on July 18 ProBox TV show

Bryan “Nino Maravilla” Flores takes on Jonathan “Thunder” Navarro on Saturday, July 18, live on ProBoxTV, from the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California, 

Noel Mikaelian intends to face David Benavidez, not Jai Opetaia, says advisor

Anthony Girges, advisor for cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian, told BoxingScene Tuesday that Mikaelian prefers to face WBO cruiserweight champ David Benavidez and defend his WBC title, rather than Australia's unbeaten Jai Opetaia

California commission's push for sponsor-backed pension funds silenced for now

Edgar Berlanga and Richardson Hitchins share top-billing on Zuffa Boxing's New York debut

Edgar Berlanga leads the way on Zuffa Boxing’s New York show on Sunday, July 26, when he faces Canadian contender Steven Butler.

Jack Catterall says Rolly Romero's plan to have an interim fight 'is not ideal'

Jack Catterall, arguably in the form of his career, is now targeting only big names. So bring on Rolly Romero, Devin Haney, and Conor Benn. Oh, and Ryan Garcia, Lewis Crocker, and Liam Paro.

Troy Williamson warns Callum Simpson 'there's better to come' ahead of DAZN rematch

There might be no love lost between Troy Williamson and Callum Simpson, but they did at least manage a handshake at the press conference to announce their rematch.

O’Shaquie Foster, still chasing Shakur Stevenson, calls for P4P consideration

O’Shaquie Foster has become one of the best fighters in the world and feels like he must be treated as such, writes Tris Dixon

Felix Sturm, 47, confirms latest comeback

Felix Sturm, the 47-year-old former middle and super-middleweight champion will fight again on July 11 in Stuttgart, Germany, on a promotion called One Last Dance

Boxxer announce DAZN as broadcast partner for Troy Williamson-Callum Simpson rematch

Multi-fight deal agreed between Boxxer and DAZN which includes a 'premium PPV event' later in the year

Tight-lipped Bam Rodriguez lets juicy nugget slip about potential Naoya Inoue fight

Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez unveiled an interesting route towards a future super fight with undefeated four-division unified super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue

San Francisco boxing card scrapped, headed to small Las Vegas venue

Gervonta Davis-Floyd Schofield Jnr talks intensifying

Premier Boxing Champions and Golden Boy Promotions are negotiating a Gervonta Davis versus Floyd Schofield Jr WBA lightweight title fight for mid-September to early October.

Lerrone Richards: 'How will I feed my family?'

Lerrone Richards is fearful that even fewer fighters will now be willing to face him following controversy with Albert Ramirez

Chris Eubank Jnr moving to Matchroom not imminent due to 'the past'

It is no secret that Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing have approached Chris Eubank Jnr over a potential promotional deal

Eddie Hearn blasts 'obscene' UFC payment model

Eddie Hearn's war of words with Dana White shows no sign of abating, writes Tom Ivers

Antonio Vargas leans to higher power as Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez awaits

It feels like a foregone conclusion that Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez will beat Antonio Vargas on Saturday but Vargas believes he has the support of something far bigger than boxing