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‘I learned my lesson’: Jake Paul on fighting Anthony Joshua, challenge to Brock Lensar
Jake Paul told Pat McAfee on Wednesday that he does plan to fight again, and he’s been speaking with opponents for both boxing and MMA bouts. Paul hasn’t fought or even sparred since having his jaw broken by Anthony Joshua last December, but says he will soon be “cleared officially to spar,” and then will […]
‘Going to take it right to him’: Teofimo Lopez plans to set the tone against Rolly Romero
Teofimo Lopez joined Ring Magazine’s panel to discuss his upcoming title fight against Rolly Romero and also tackles some touch questions about his father’s shortcomings during his loss to Shakur Stevenson, changes that have been made, and the growth from everyone involved. Here’s some excerpts of what he had to say. Teofimo on how he’ll […]
‘I’m going to take over his backyard’: Errol Spence lands in Australia ahead of Tim Tszyu fight
As Errol Spence officially touched down Down Under ahead of his July 26 middleweight meeting with Tim Tszyu, Fight Hub quickly catches up with Spence as he goes through his last leg of training camp before the fight. Spence would get step off the plan to be get a welcomed surprise. “It was a dope […]
‘Pretty sure I’ll be on Ring and Zuffa cards’: Shakur Stevenson talks about new deal
Shakur Stevenson joined the Ariel Helwani show to talk about his recent signing with Zuffa and what that means for his career going forward, including where he stands as the WBO super lightweight champion. Shakur shares some more thoughts and details on this new chapter of his career below. Shakur on signing with Zuffa and […]
‘I’m a variety bag’: Boots Ennis describes his fighting style
Following his super welterweight title win to claim two belts, Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis joined Ring Magazine’s panel to discuss his career, how he views his fighting style, and where his focus is as he looks forward to the next page in his career. Check out some excerpts of what he had to say below. Boots […]
Ryan Garcia to Conor Benn: ‘You aren’t good enough to beat me’
With Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn now officially set to fight on September 12 in Las Vegas, live on Paramount+, the trash talk is kicking back up between the two. “You talk too much,” Benn said. “I’m gonna smash your head in.” “I told you in person you aren’t a good enough fighter to beat […]
Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn: Done deal, says De La Hoya
Ryan Garcia will fight Conor Benn on September 12 in Las Vegas, according to Golden Boy promoter Oscar De La Hoya. “After long negotiations, Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn is a done deal,” De La Hoya said on social media. “Golden Boy Promotions and Sela made it happen. It’s on, baby. T-Mobile Arena, September 12, […]
Ben Whittaker vs Conor Wallace IBF eliminator planned for October 3rd
TalkSPORT reports that light heavyweights Ben Whittaker and Conor Wallace are in “advanced negotiations” to meet in an October 3rd IBF eliminator at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena. Australia’s Wallace (17-1, 12 KO), 30, has never fought outside his home country and his biggest win to date saw him edge out Jerome Pampellone in what was, if […]
‘His flaw is his biggest strength’: Gary Russell Jr explains why Devin Haney has edge over Tank Davis
Gary Russell Jr just recently caught up with Fight Hub TV and talks about a few prospective matchups down the lines between the likes of Tank Davis, Devin Haney, and Shakur Stevenson. Here’s some of what he had to say on a couple of notable prospective fights. Russell Jr on he would view a Tank […]
Andy Ruiz vs Damian Knyba official for DAZN and TNT’s ‘The Fight’
Andy Ruiz Jr will have his first fight under Matchroom contract on Friday, September 4, when the former unified heavyweight titlist faces Damian Knyba in a main event from the Prudential Center in Newark. The bout will headline September’s edition of “The Fight,” which streams on DAZN and also airs on TNT in the United […]
Sam Noakes, Constantin Ursu, more added to Itauma vs Hrgovic undercard
Sam Noakes and Constantin Ursu have been officially announced for fights on the Moses Itauma vs Filip Hrgovic undercard on August 29 in London. Noakes (18-1, 16 KO) will face former titleholder Denys Berinchyk in a lightweight bout. It’s more of a proper return for the 28-year-old Noakes, who lost a competitive, entertaining fight with […]
‘It was out of love’: Rolly Romero talks about giving Teofimo Lopez title shot
A fight between longtime friends Rolly Romero and Teofimo Lopez is official for August 22, and while Teofimo might downplay the friendship now that their fight is on, Rolly the Prophet doesn’t deny his enduring love for him. Here, Rolly explains how he knew this moment would come to pass in an interview with Mike […]
‘These are my prime years’: Teofimo Lopez looks to take advantage of this stretch of his career
Teofimo Lopez spoke with Fight Hype after his kickoff press conference for a fight against Rolly Romero, and talking about his mindset for this fight, Lopez says he’s even more focused after coming off a wide decision loss to Shakur Stevenson in his last outing. Here are some excerpts from Lopez about where he’s currently […]
‘Spence has to expect the best version’: Tim Tszyu says he’s primed for Errol Spence fight
Tim Tszyu is scheduled to meet Errol Spence on July 26 in Australia, and looking forward to this fight Tszyu explains how it’s lessons from the past that have now got him to the best place he’s ever been. In that sense Tsyzu says he’s clicking in all areas and that Spence can’t expect anything […]
Hamzah Sheeraz vs Simon Zachenhuber, Josh Kelly vs Caoimhin Agyarko join Joshua vs Prenga
Less than two weeks before fight night, Matchroom has added a pair of world title fights to their Anthony Joshua vs Kristaps Prenga in Jeddah. Hamzah Sheeraz (23-0-1, 19 KO), last seen mauling Alem Begic in May for the vacant WBO super middleweight belt left behind by Terence Crawford, will make his inaugural defense against […]
Joe Joyce suffers latest career setback, gets stopped in Russia
Joe Joyce’s boxing career is in complete free fall as he suffered another knockout loss over the weekend, getting stopped in eleven rounds by Artem Suslenkov in Russia. The loss is the third straight for Joyce, and his fifth loss in his last six fights, half of which came by way of knockout. A one-time […]
Johnny Fisher signs with Zuffa, fights on September 26
British heavyweight Johnny Fisher has become the latest to join forces with Dana White and Zuffa Boxing, with Sky Sports reporting that he has officially penned a deal with the company and will make his debut under the new banner on Zuffa 11, taking place on September 26 at the Copper Box Arena in London. […]
Pacheco vs Aleem and more: Boxing schedule and previews for July 18, 2026
It’s a second straight really quiet week for boxing, though this one’s at least got a Saturday night DAZN show, but the schedule will pick up again for the last weekend of July, with the big returns of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua and Errol Spence Jr, so at least we have that. Summers with […]
‘Let’s see who’s up on top five years from now’: Teofimo Lopez Sr says son still destined for greatness
Teofimo Lopez returns in a world title opportunity against Rolly Romero on August 22, and with the fighters having a personal relationship with one another over the years, Teofimo Lopez Sr gets asked about what it’s like that they’ll now be heading into combat with a family friend. Teofimo Sr, however was more preoccupied with […]
‘I don’t favor him’: Sebastian Fundora talks Errol Spence vs Tim Tszyu and more
Sebastian Fundora spends some time talking to Fight Hub TV and breaks down his impressions on the recent super welterweight title fight between Boots Ennis vs Xander Zayas, his own career plans, and how he thinks an upcoming fight between Errol Spence vs Tim Tszyu plays out. Here’s some excerpts of what he had to […]
‘I’m in the money-getting business’: Shakur Stevenson explains Zuffa signing
With Shakur Stevenson the latest fighter to sign with upstart promotional company Zuffa Boxing, many have questioned the move as it would, on the surface, seem to preclude him from making any real notable fights given their current roster. Talking to ESPN, however, Stevenson simply claims the money from Zuffa was too much to turn […]
Lindolfo Delgado vs Arthur Biyarslanov vacant title fight joins Canelo vs Mbilli
Christian Mbilli’s postponed title defense against Canelo Alvarez has its first undercard bout, as ESPN KnockOut reports that Lindolfo Delgado will meet Arthur Biyarslanov that day for the vacant IBF super lightweight title. Former Olympian Delgado (24-0, 16 KO) barely escaped a final eliminator against Gabriel Gollaz Valenzuela last November, earning a shot at reigning […]
Shakur Stevenson signs with Zuffa Boxing
Dana White has scored perhaps his most notable signing to date for Zuffa Boxin, with Ring Magazine officially announcing that Shakur Stevenson (25-0, 11 KOs) has signed a promotional deal with the company. There has been plenty rumors over the last couple of months that this would wind up being the case, but today it’s […]
Premier Boxing Champion signs deal with DAZN
DAZN has effectively consolidated the sport of boxing, as it has been announced that Premier Boxing Champions, alongside TGB Promotions, has formally inked a deal with streaming platform DAZN to bring their marquee fights to the platform, starting with Errol Spence vs Tim Tszyu on July 25, and following that up with including a recently […]
‘One thing happens after another’: Bob Arum and Eddie Hearn reflect on career paths in boxing
Two of boxing’s most prominent promoters in Bob Arum and Eddie Hearn, of Top Rank and Matchroom, respectively, sit down for an chat about their standing in the business while also fielding some media questions about their intertwined stories. Check out some quick excerpts from both promoters with the full feature in the link above. […]
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