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Tyson Fury wants to face former heavyweight champion again if Joshua fight collapses: “I’m coming for you”
has added one more name to his wish list if a clash with doesn’t come to fruition. Negotiations for the fight between Fury and Joshua currently remain at an impasse due to disagreements over the location for the bout, with Fury and event organisers Sela wanting to stage it in New York, while Joshua and […] The post Tyson Fury wants to face former heavyweight champion again if Joshua fight collapses: “I’m coming for you” appeared first on Boxing News .
Andy Ruiz Jr stuns on the scales ahead of comeback with lightest weight since 2018
Andy Ruiz Jr has underlined the seriousness of his latest comeback by weighing in at his lightest for eight years ahead of Friday night’s fight with Damian Knyba. The former unified heavyweight world champion tipped the scales at 254.3lbs in Newark, New Jersey, ahead of his first fight since drawing with Jarrell Miller in August […] The post Andy Ruiz Jr stuns on the scales ahead of comeback with lightest weight since 2018 appeared first on Boxing News .
Teddy Atlas says one boxing legend could’ve been the man to end Floyd Mayweather’s unbeaten record
retired with an iconic record of 50-0, but esteemed boxing analyst, trainer and commentator, , believes that there is one boxing legend who could have really tested the defensive skills of ‘TBE’. Mayweather’s record is his brand, his legacy, and his claim to being one of the greatest fighters to have graced the sport. Although, […] The post Teddy Atlas says one boxing legend could’ve been the man to end Floyd Mayweather’s unbeaten record appeared first on Boxing News .
James Toney says one man stands above all others as the current best fighter in the world
is clear with who he believes is the current number one pound-for-pound fighter in boxing. Toney knows exactly what it is like to be viewed as one of the best around, having been at his peak in the mid 1990s, going unbeaten in his first 46 bouts before a loss to Roy Jones Jr in […] The post James Toney says one man stands above all others as the current best fighter in the world appeared first on Boxing News .
Shakur Stevenson accused of avoiding rival world champion: “I make him nervous”
is yet to announce an opponent for his Zuffa Boxing debut and one reigning world champion is claiming that he has been avoided by the WBO super-lightweight ruler. Stevenson outclassed Teofimo Lopez to become a four-division world champion back in January, but the Newark southpaw hasn’t fought since, despite being linked to a host of […] The post Shakur Stevenson accused of avoiding rival world champion: “I make him nervous” appeared first on Boxing News .
Tyson Fury announces who he wants to face next as he casts doubt on Anthony Joshua fight
has threatened to turn his attention to someone other than . The saga surrounding the Fury and Joshua fight has been rumbling on for several months now. The hold up, despite both men having signed contracts earlier this year, is a disagreement over where the fight should take place. A proposed November 20 date is […] The post Tyson Fury announces who he wants to face next as he casts doubt on Anthony Joshua fight appeared first on Boxing News .
Barry McGuigan says two men are to blame for Moses Itauma’s KO loss to Filip Hrgovic: “Hands up”
lost to on Saturday in one of the biggest upsets of 2026, and now former WBA featherweight world champion has shared his thoughts on the youngster’s display. Itauma made a ferocious and dominant start against Hrgovic, proving himself to be a level above the Croatian when it came to speed and skill, regularly landing eye-catching […] The post Barry McGuigan says two men are to blame for Moses Itauma’s KO loss to Filip Hrgovic: “Hands up” appeared first on Boxing News .
David Haye sums up Moses Itauma’s chances of becoming world champion after watching Hrgovic loss
Moses Itauma missed out on the chance to become boxing’s second-youngest heavyweight world champion on Saturday night. Now, former heavyweight ruler David Haye has revealed whether he believes the youngster willl ever capture the heavyweight throne. Tasked with Croatia’s Filip Hrgovic, Itauma started strong in what was his first main-event in the British capital, showcasing […] The post David Haye sums up Moses Itauma’s chances of becoming world champion after watching Hrgovic loss appeared ...
Derek Chisora changes his Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua prediction as fight looks set for America
and look set for a stateside showdown, with ‘AJ’ and Eddie Hearn’s attempts to convince the organisers to switch to Wembley Stadium looking more and more futile. As a result of a possible location switch, Derek Chisora’s prediction for the fight has changed. It is understood that Joshua and Hearn signed a contract for the […] The post Derek Chisora changes his Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua prediction as fight looks set for America appeared first on Boxing News .
Tony Bellew names the former lightweight champion that ‘nobody in history’ would beat
The lightweight division has played host to some of boxing’s greatest talents, and in the eyes of former WBC cruiserweight champion , there is only true king of the 135lb scene ‘that nobody could beat’. Benny Leonard ruled as the world lightweight champion for eight years between 1917 and 1925 – a reign that remains […] The post Tony Bellew names the former lightweight champion that ‘nobody in history’ would beat appeared first on Boxing News .
Dave Allen sums up Fabio Wardley’s chances of beating Daniel Dubois in rematch
Dave Allen has considered whether is wise to enter an immediate rematch with after losing his WBO world title in such brutal fashion. The Ipswich man was elevated from ‘interim’ to full heavyweight champion last year, not long after his stunning 11th-round stoppage of Joseph Parker in October. Instead of pursuing a standard first defence, […] The post Dave Allen sums up Fabio Wardley’s chances of beating Daniel Dubois in rematch appeared first on Boxing News .
Tony Bellew reacts to Conor Benn’s latest weight cut photo that has fans worried
is returning to the welterweight division in a quest to claim Ryan Garcia’s WBC world title, but a recent photo of ‘The Destroyer’ has drawn concerns from fans. Now, Tony Bellew has offered his thoughts on Benn’s physique ahead of his toughest test to date. Benn debuted as a welterweight back in 2016 but last […] The post Tony Bellew reacts to Conor Benn’s latest weight cut photo that has fans worried appeared first on Boxing News .
Hall of Famer says Moses Itauma must fire Ben Davison after Filip Hrgovic loss: “They failed you”
came up short in his quest for greatness on Saturday, suffering the first defeat of his career. Now, one Hall of Famer has urged the 21-year-old to part ways with his training team, led by Ben Davison, blaming poor preparation for the loss. Itauma was outclassing Filip Hrgovic early on in their vacant IBF heavyweight […] The post Hall of Famer says Moses Itauma must fire Ben Davison after Filip Hrgovic loss: “They failed you” appeared first on Boxing News .
Robert Garcia predicts KO in Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn after hearing sparring stories
Top trainer Robert Garcia doesn’t believe the judges will be required come September 12 when Ryan Garcia defends his WBC welterweight world title against Conor Benn. Benn was named mandatory challenger last year despite not fighting at the weight since 2022 and competing as high as middleweight on two high-profile occasions against Chris Eubank Jr. […] The post Robert Garcia predicts KO in Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn after hearing sparring stories appeared first on Boxing News .
Wladimir Klitschko called out for comeback fight against fellow Hall of Fame legend: “I would KO him”
retired in 2017 after having one of the most impressive reigns as a heavyweight world champion, but the Ukrainian superstar has now been called out for a clash with a fellow Hall of Famer. No fighter in boxing history has spent longer as a heavyweight world champion than Klitschko, who reigned as a champion for […] The post Wladimir Klitschko called out for comeback fight against fellow Hall of Fame legend: “I would KO him” appeared first on Boxing News .
Naoya Inoue vs Bam Rodriguez ‘will happen’ as trainer sets out fight plan
Talk of a showdown between and has been rife in recent months, but now ‘Bam’s trainer has revealed where negotiations are currently at for a clash between the two pound-for-pound stars. Inoue trumped Junto Nakatani in a career-best win back in May to defend his undisputed super-bantamweight world titles for a seventh time in what […] The post Naoya Inoue vs Bam Rodriguez ‘will happen’ as trainer sets out fight plan appeared first on Boxing News .
Hall of Famer says Conor Benn has ‘no chance’ against Ryan Garcia: “KO in 5”
is set to compete for ’s WBC welterweight strap next Saturday in a first career world title challenge, but one Hall of Famer believes that the Briton has ‘no chance in hell’. Benn has not competed at welterweight since April 2022, but the Essex-based contender is set to return to the weight division next weekend, […] The post Hall of Famer says Conor Benn has ‘no chance’ against Ryan Garcia: “KO in 5” appeared first on Boxing News .
Canelo tipped to beat Mbilli and then face KO artist in ‘one of the biggest fights in history’
Canelo Alvarez is set to challenge for the WBC super-middleweight world title next month, looking to re-establish himself as the man to beat in the 168lb division. World-renowned trainer Robert Garcia has laid out his prediction for the fight, as well as what the future might hold. Canelo became the first undisputed world champion in […] The post Canelo tipped to beat Mbilli and then face KO artist in ‘one of the biggest fights in history’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Prince Naseem Hamed says one man stands alone as ‘the ultimate goat’ in boxing: “I’ll say it one more time”
is heralded as one of the most fan-friendly fighters of all time, famed for his unique style that showcased the very best of his speed, footwork and power, but when it came to naming the greatest fighters in boxing history, ‘Prince Naz’ named one man as ‘the ultimate goat’. Hamed’s rise to superstardom was one […] The post Prince Naseem Hamed says one man stands alone as ‘the ultimate goat’ in boxing: “I’ll say it one more time” appeared first on Boxing News .
Dmitry Bivol set for December fight against former champion as ‘no Beterbiev trilogy offer made’
Two years on from their initial undisputed title clash, fans were expecting to see Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev collide in a trilogy showdown, with the score tied at 1-1. However, it has now been revealed that no offer has been made for that bout, with Bivol instead moving on to a scrap with his […] The post Dmitry Bivol set for December fight against former champion as ‘no Beterbiev trilogy offer made’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Filip Hrgovic targets rematch for first fight as world champion: “It’s the one he wants”
pulled off an upset of the year contender to stun and capture the vacant IBF heavyweight on Saturday, and now it has been revealed who the Croatian would ideally face in his first fight as the titleholder. Hrgovic looked vulnerable at points during the beginning of the contest, outworked by the speedier 21-year-old and hitting […] The post Filip Hrgovic targets rematch for first fight as world champion: “It’s the one he wants” appeared first on Boxing News .
“I think it’s cost him”: Tyson Fury warns Moses Itauma he may struggle to ever comeback from Hrgovic loss
was unable to make history at the weekend, despite looking a level above his opponent, , at times. Now, two-time heavyweight world champion, , has admitted that he believes the youngster may find it difficult to bounce back. Itauma started strong and looked to be well on his way to a statement stoppage win that […] The post “I think it’s cost him”: Tyson Fury warns Moses Itauma he may struggle to ever comeback from Hrgovic loss appeared first on Boxing News .
Agit Kabayel confronted by KO artist heavyweight who demands title shot: “Don’t be afraid”
Newly-crowned WBC world champion has been called out by an unbeaten heavyweight who suspects he is being avoided. The 33-year-old was elevated from ‘interim’ to full WBC champion in June, immediately after Oleksandr Usyk decided to vacate his three heavyweight titles. Prior to that, Kabayel had claimed his interim belt with a sixth-round stoppage of […] The post Agit Kabayel confronted by KO artist heavyweight who demands title shot: “Don’t be afraid” appeared first on Boxing News .
British boxing icon says Moses Itauma’s training team is a ‘liability’
A British Olympic gold medallist has blamed head coach Ben Davison for ’s tactical flaws against Filip Hrgovic. The pair collided at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday, with Itauma bidding to become the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson dethroned Trevor Berbick in 1986. And, indeed, he appeared close to doing so after scoring […] The post British boxing icon says Moses Itauma’s training team is a ‘liability’ appeared first on Boxing News .
Robert Garcia says one active fighter has a more impressive career than Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather is regarded as the greatest fighter since the turn of the millennium by many boxing fans. However, three-time BWAA Trainer of the Year Robert Garcia believes that there is one active fighter who has had a more impressive career than ‘TBE’. Mayweather ruled in five weight divisions and beat a host of fellow […] The post Robert Garcia says one active fighter has a more impressive career than Floyd Mayweather appeared first on Boxing News .
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