Boxing Daily Digest – August 29, 2026

The latest boxing headlines, fight news, rankings talk, weigh-in updates and reaction from across the sport.

Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic Set to Clash for Vacant IBF Heavyweight Title

Rising star Moses Itauma and veteran Filip Hrgovic are scheduled to fight in London for the vacant IBF heavyweight championship, marking a crucial title opportunity for both fighters.

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Chantelle Cameron and Mikaela Mayer to Fight in Birmingham Title Clash

Chantelle Cameron and Mikaela Mayer will headline a UK vs. US boxing card in Birmingham, with three world titles on the line during their highly anticipated matchup.

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Ryan Sieg Claims First Career Victory After 424 Starts

NASCAR driver Ryan Sieg secured his first career trip to victory lane, breaking a long-standing winless streak after competing in 424 races and over 67,000 laps across 14 years.

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Sam Mayer Overcomes Injury and Crash to Secure Chase Spot at Daytona

Despite suffering a suspected broken thumb and vehicle damage in an early crash, Sam Mayer finished 25th at Daytona to successfully clinch a postseason berth in The Chase.

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Trainer Joel Diaz Says Luka Plantic Must Knock Out Lester Martinez

Trainer Joel Diaz stated that Luka Plantic needs a knockout victory against Lester Martinez this Saturday to secure the vacant WBC interim super-middleweight championship.

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IBF Files Motion to Dismiss Jai Opetaia Lawsuit

The IBF has filed a motion to dismiss Jai Opetaia’s federal lawsuit, attempting to resolve the legal dispute over his allegations of collusion, retaliation, and financial harm.

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Veteran Mexican Boxing Trainer Tiburcio Garcia Passes Away at 68

The boxing community is mourning the death of veteran trainer Tiburcio Garcia, who passed away at age 68 in his hometown of Temoaya after a career training notable fighters.

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Lorenzo Simpson to Face Shawn McCalman for WBA Intercontinental Title

Baltimore native Lorenzo Simpson is set to fight Shawn McCalman for the vacant WBA Intercontinental title in an upcoming Skyy Myles Promotions event.

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Caroline Dubois to Defend Lightweight Titles Against Amelia Moore

Caroline Dubois will defend her two lightweight world championships against Amelia Moore in Birmingham this weekend, following her recent move to a gym in Los Angeles.

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Heavyweight Jared Anderson Reportedly Planning Boxing Exit

Former American heavyweight prospect Jared Anderson is reportedly planning his retirement from boxing, having fought only once since his knockout loss to Martin Bakole.

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Trevor Sanborn Drives Through Field to Win PASS 150

Trevor Sanborn kicked off his Oxford 250 weekend with a dramatic victory, carving his way through the field to win the PASS 150 at Oxford Plains Speedway on Friday night.

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Canelo Alvarez to Face Christian Mbilli in Upcoming Comeback Fight

Mexican boxing star Canelo Alvarez is preparing for his return to the ring in two months, where he is scheduled to fight WBC super middleweight champion Christian Mbilli in Riyadh.

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Paulie Malignaggi Predicts Ryan Garcia Knockout Over Conor Benn

Former champion Paulie Malignaggi expects Ryan Garcia to defeat Conor Benn by knockout in their September 12 bout in Las Vegas, citing a major difference in speed and skill.

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Shannon Courtenay Avoids Eye Contact in Face-Off With Ebonie Cotton

Former champion Shannon Courtenay refused to look at opponent Ebonie Cotton during their final face-off ahead of their MVPW-06 bout, due to Cotton’s choice of lingerie attire.

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Tim Tszyu Announces Move to Middleweight Division

Following his victory over Errol Spence Jr. in Sydney, Australian boxer Tim Tszyu confirmed his plans to move up and compete in the middleweight division for his future bouts.

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