Boxing News: page 77

Callum Smith-David Morrell heads back to purse bid, set for December 4

The Callum Smith-David Morrell clash is once again available to the highest bidder.

Justin Pauldo admits the queue to face him is a short one

Justin Pauldo has set his sights high ahead of his important clash with Nike Theran, writes Tris Dixon.

Undefeated Charlie Sheehy on the verge of contention

Charlie Sheehy began his professional career in Fresno and expects to boost his career there on Saturday. 

Justin Pauldo, Nike Theran make weight for ProBox TV main event

Justin Pauldo and Nike Theran weighed in at an identical 135.0lbs for their 10-round lightweight main event scheduled for Saturday at SaveMart Center in Fresno, California.

Why Bernard Hopkins and Golden Boy were ‘a match made in heaven’ for Robin Safar

Robin Safar admits it was a win over a big-name fighter that earned him the approval of a Hall-of-Fame fighter.

Richard Torrez Jnr back in rotation for potential IBF heavyweight eliminator vs. Frank Sanchez

Richard Torrez Jnr is in a position to enter negotiations for a final eliminator with FranK Sanchez, writes Jake Donovan

The Beltline: Do journeymen exist only to ‘stat-pad’ prospects?

Nakisa Bidarian knows the Jake Paul business inside out but there's some holes in his understanding of boxing, writes Elliot Worsell

'It's hard to look this good,' says Ben Whittaker as he makes weight for Benjamin Gavazi test

Ben Whittaker and Benjamin Gavazi made weight ahead of Saturday's light-heavyweight clash at Birmingham, England

Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV hit the scales, and almost each other, ahead of heavyweight clash

Ahead of Saturday's vacant heavyweight title, Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV had to be kept apart after hitting the scales at today's weigh-in. 

Lamont Roach Jnr on Tank Davis: ‘I’m removed from that’

Lamont Roach Jnr is unmoved whenever broached with the topic of Gervonta “Tank” Davis.

Boxer emerges from coma after hellacious fight of the year contender

After a seven-knockdown thriller with Ramazan Muslimov, Michal Soczynski was placed in an induced come

Ben Whittaker: ‘I’m not far off facing David Benavidez’

BIRMINGHAM, England – Ben Whittaker believes he is not far away from facing David Benavidez at the top of the light heavyweight division.

Anthony Joshua agreed to fight Cassius Chaney on Ring IV prior to Jake Paul clash

Eddie Hearn has revealed the original plan for Anthony Joshua’s return after a year-long absence, reports Tom Ivers.

Kazuto Ioka-Maikel Ordosgoitti WBA eliminator set for New Year's Eve in Tokyo

Kazuto Ioka has revived an old tradition, but his streaming platform switch has sparked speculation over what's to come in 2026.

Jelena Janicijevic returns, Kem Ljungquist mandatory named

It's not often Jelena Janicijevic fights professionally but when she does it she does it well. 

Vito Mielnicki looking forward to rare holiday season away from the ring

Vito Mielnicki Jnr is coming off a knockout win over unbeaten Samuel Nmomah, and is happy that he won’t have to train through the holiday season this year.

Abdullah Mason: ‘This title is the door opener for bigger things to come’

Winning a major title was never the end game for Abdullah Mason; it was an expectation.

Eddie Hearn: ‘We’re not waiting for the final belt, bantamweight could be next for ‘Bam’ Rodriguez’

BIRMINGHAM, England – Eddie Hearn has hinted that it is likely that unified junior bantamweight champion Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez could move up to 118lbs instead of pushing to become undisputed.

Carlos Canizales forced out of title fight due to Venezuela travel security issues

Title fights in Thailand continues to be a poor connection for Carlos Canizales.

Of fists and feasts: Giving thanks to boxing

There is no more obvious and more overdone column topic than a list of “things I’m thankful for” around Thanksgiving. It’s the sort of lazy crutch a writer only leans on if that writer has no pride whatsoever. Eric Raskin is one such writer.

Lewis Crocker could make first title defense back at Windsor Park

Lewis Crocker could be set to return to Belfast’s Windsor Park on April 11.

Leigh Wood considering retirement ahead of Josh Warrington rematch

Former world champions Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington on Thursday shared a live face-off to promote their rematch on February 21

Ben Whittaker tells Benjamin Gavazi – ‘You’ll see how special I am’

BIRMINGHAM, England — Ben Whittaker has promised to shine in his Matchroom debut against Germany’s Benjamin Gavazi. Whittaker and Gavazi will meet this Saturday at Birmingham’s bp pulse LIVE for the WBC silver light heavyweight title, earning the winner a top five ranking with the governing body.

‘Red-carpet fighter’ Frazer Clarke and Jeamie Tshikeva get set for BBC bow

“I’m as focused as I need to be,” said Frazer Clarke as the bad blood simmered between him and his rival, fellow British heavyweight Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva...

‘Potential superstar’ Fran Hennessy has the grandest of plans

Fran Hennessy has already built a following, and on Saturday she boxes in front of a national audience on the BBC

Boxxer’s Ben Shalom aiming for ‘a show a month’ with the BBC

Ben Shalom said his Boxxer stable will be looking to produce a card a month ahead of his promotional stable’s debut on the BBC, writes Tris Dixon

Troy Williamson has a new lease on boxing after winning the British title

After several defeats in a row, Troy Williamson was considering walking away from the sport. However, after a big upset over Mark Dickinson, Williamson will face European champion Callum Simpson next month in Leeds.

Gary Antuanne Russell-Andy Hiraoka set to land on first PBC event of 2026

Gary Antuanne Russell and Andy Hiraoka will have to wait until the new year for their long-ago ordered meeting

Lamont Roach heavier than Isaac Cruz for WBC 14-day weight check

Lamont Roach once again enters a new weight class as the bigger man. 

'Kid Kansas' Alan Garcia moved past loss, but didn't forget lessons

There may be no place like home for “Kid Kansas” Alan Garcia, but the gym is a close second place.

Subriel Matias: ‘Everyone who spat in the air… it’s going to fall in your face’

Subriel Matias has taken note of those who’ve branded him as a cheater.

Luis Arias ready for final stand against Lazaro Lorenzana

Arias is coming off a loss to Eric Priest and also preparing for a career outside of the sport.

Road warrior Maxi Hughes happy to face another unbeaten foe in Dubai

Maxi Hughes is again packing his suitcase and traveling to fight. He will face Bakhodur Usmonov on December 12 at the Duty Free Tennis Stadium in Dubai.

Nonito Donaire: ‘My mindset has always been to take everything my rivals have’

Nonito Donaire, now 43, is well aware he is on borrowed time in his Hall of Fame-bound career. If anything, that only further motivates him to strive for the best challenges.

The scarred survivor: Frazer Clarke’s minding his own business

“I don’t ever want to put Fabio Wardley behind me,” Frazer Clarke tells Declan Warrington ahead of his British heavyweight title fight on Saturday.

A year in the wilderness: Gavin Gwynne awaits Cameron Vuong and revenge

After a long wait and plenty of back-and-forth, Gavin Gwynne will finally rematch with Cameron Vuong on Saturday at bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham, UK.

Andrei Mikhailovich moving up to super middleweight after joining Tasman Fighters

Tasman Fighters plan to rebuild Andrei Mikhailovich as an attraction in both Australia and his native New Zealand after he became the latest addition to their growing stable of fighters

Huseyin Cinkara plans on kicking Jai Opetaia while he's down

Huseyin Cinkara has vowed to “knock senseless” Jai Opetaia after his arrival in Australia for their IBF cruiserweight title fight

Bobby Dalton embraces BBC spotlight: ‘This feels like the start of my career’

Bobby Dalton is set to defend his English welterweight title against fellow unbeaten Joel Kodua on Saturday at Vaillant Live in Derby, UK.

Bill Haney targets 'Rolly' Romero for son Devin and rips Conor Benn

Bill Haney says welterweight titleholder Rolando "Rolly" Romero and boxing's "Mount Rushmore" are in the plans for his son, new three-division titlist Devin Haney...

Eight memorable Fresno fight nights with Rick Mirigian

Frazer Clarke-Jeamie ‘TKV’ Tshikeva picked up by TrillerTV+

Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva will now broadcast live Saturday to a US audience (and others) after it was picked up by streamer TrillerTV+.

TV Picks for November 29-30: A Thanksgiving cornucopia of boxing

David Greisman breaks down what you need to know for the fights you'll watch with a belly full of turkey and stuffing

Robin Safar ready to disrupt cruiserweight division’s best-laid plans

There is a possible stumbling block in the way of the proposed Gilberto Ramirez-David Benavidez bout, and its name is Robin Sirwan Safar.

Gilberto Ramirez confirms David Benavidez fight and dismisses Jai Opetaia

Unified cruiserweight champion Gilberto Ramirez has confirmed that he will face David Benavidez in an all-Mexico showdown on May 2 in Las Vegas.

Joel Kodua driven by Anthony Yarde, Tunde Ajayi and fighting on the BBC

Joel Kodua on Saturday challenges Bobby Dalton for the English welterweight title aware that his career can be transformed by fighting on the BBC.

Johnny Nelson knew how to finish (and stay finished)

Twenty years ago today, Britain’s Johnny Nelson walked to a boxing ring in Italy and finally felt at home, writes Elliot Worsell

Callum Smith-David Morrell: WBO grants extension, postpones purse bid

BoxingScene has confirmed that the WBO granted a one-week extension regarding the ordered Callum Smith-David Morrell interim light heavyweight title fight.

Javokhir Ummataliev and Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev join Queensberry stable

Queensberry Promotions have signed two top Uzbeks Javokhir Ummataliev and Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev.

Eddie Hearn: Clashing with Ben Whittaker is ‘no good for Boxxer’

Eddie Hearn doesn’t believe that Boxxer rearranged Frazer Clarke-Jeamie Tshikeva in a deliberate attempt to clash with the fight between Ben Whittaker and Benjamin Gavazi on Saturday night