Boxing community supports Raven Chapman after emergency brain surgery
Former world title challenger Raven Chapman is receiving widespread support after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain injury suffered during a sparring session. The 32-year-old is continuing her recovery.
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Jai Opetaia to face Noel Mikaelian on September 12 in Las Vegas
Zuffa Boxing confirmed Jai Opetaia will fight WBC cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian in the co-main event of the Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn card at the T-Mobile Arena on September 12.
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Joseph Parker cleared to return as UKAD lifts provisional suspension
Former WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker is set to return to boxing after UK Anti-Doping lifted a provisional suspension that had sidelined the New Zealander for more than seven months.
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Devin Haney in talks for October title unification against Liam Paro
No Limit Boxing has reportedly opened discussions with Devin Haney’s team regarding a potential welterweight title unification bout against Liam Paro, targeted for this October.
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Descendant of boxing legend set for upcoming bout this month
A son of one of the legendary "Four Kings" of the 1980s—Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran, Thomas Hearns, or Marvin Hagler—has announced an upcoming fight scheduled for later this month.
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Jack Catterall awaiting next move after capturing WBA Regular title
After winning the vacant WBA Regular title in May, English southpaw Jack Catterall’s career is temporarily on hold as he awaits the outcome of the matchup between Romero and Lopez.
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Bakhram Murtazaliev targets October return fight in Russia
Former IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev is planning an active return to the ring with a fight in Russia this October, while other top fighters chase division titles.
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David Benavidez criticized by cruiserweight rival after moving divisions
David Benavidez faces criticism from a cruiserweight rival after moving up in May to stop Gilberto Ramirez for the WBA and WBO titles, despite expectations of a return to light-heavyweight.
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Reigning world champion questions Terence Crawford’s legacy
A current world champion has disputed Terence Crawford’s legendary status, claiming the former undisputed champion retired in December before facing the division’s younger contenders.
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Barry McGuigan updates prediction for Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua
Former champion Barry McGuigan has revised his prediction for the highly anticipated November showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua following their recent performances.
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Moses Itauma’s first title defense lined up ahead of Hrgovic clash
If Moses Itauma defeats Filip Hrgovic on August 29 to win the IBF heavyweight title, his first defense is already set against an unnamed heavyweight opponent boasting a 70% knockout ratio.
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Trainer Abel Sanchez dismisses potential Zepeda vs. Cruz matchup
Veteran trainer Abel Sanchez believes newly crowned WBC champion William Zepeda has moved past a potential fight with Isaac Cruz following Zepeda’s dominant win over Lamont Roach Jr.
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Retro: Gene Fullmer overcame broken elbow to defeat Florentino Fernandez in 1961
On August 5, 1961, champion Gene Fullmer defended his title by securing a 15-round split decision victory over Florentino Fernandez at Ogden Stadium despite suffering a broken elbow.
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Raymond Muratalla’s camp targets mandatory spot for Shakur Stevenson fight
Trainer Robert Garcia is ready to pursue the mandatory challenger position for Raymond Muratalla to face lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson, following comments from WBO president Gustavo Olivieri.
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Tony Bellew predicts knockout winner in hypothetical Hatton-Khan fantasy fight
Former cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew has shared his prediction for a fantasy matchup between prime Ricky Hatton and Amir Khan, stating that Hatton would have won by knockout.
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