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• Chris Billam-Smith Eyes Undisputed Glory if He Defeats Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez

On November 16 at The Venue Riyadh Season in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Chris Billam-Smith (20-1, 13 KOs) and Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez will clash in a cruiserweight unification bout for the WBA and WBO titles at the Riyadh Season Latino night. The entire card will be available through your monthly DAZN subscription in over 200 countries around the globe. Ahead of this huge contest, Ben Shalom has spoke...2024
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• Katie Taylor expected to vacate her belts

In a recent interview with Sky Sports, BOXXER’s CEO Ben Shalom expressed that Katie Taylor “has no intention” of returning to the 135-pound division. Shalom stated that the Irish champion would not be interested in defending her lightweight titles. At the same time, he indicated that this could open an opportunity for Caroline Dubois, who […] The post Katie Taylor expected to vac...2024
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• Martin Bakole ready to face Daniel Dubois

Martin Bakole is emerging as the next potential opponent for world champion Daniel Dubois, according to promoter Ben Shalom. Bakole’s opportunity comes after a series of victories that have solidified him as one of the top contenders. Dubois is set to return to the ring in February, following his impressive knockout victory over Anthony Joshua […] The post Martin Bakole ready to face D...2024
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• Promoter Ben Shalom On Martin Bakole: “He Beats Dubois And Then He Can Unify The Division”
Promoter Ben Shalom On Martin Bakole: “He Beats Dubois And Then He Can Unify The Division” @ Boxing News 24/7...2024
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• Ben Shalom responds to mixed messaging surrounding Canelo Alvarez
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• Ben Shalom: ‘As Ben Whittaker’s promoter, I will look back and be grateful for Liam Cameron’
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• 🚨 Update on Ben Whittaker injury & his return | Plus Canelo v Eubank Jr | T2T Extra with Ben Shalom
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• Ben Whittaker injury update – “he’s in a bad way”

The young British boxer Ben Whittaker finds himself in a delicate condition following his troubled fight against Liam Cameron. Ben Shalom, the promoter of the event where he participated, described Whittaker’s defeat as “the turning point” in his career. Whittaker faced Cameron in an intense fight that took place on the card headlined by Artur […] The post Ben Whittaker injury up...2024
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• Adam Azim Next Fight: Promoter Ben Shalom Teases Imminent Decision With Major Fights Lined Up

Boxxer CEO Ben Shalom has revealed the latest on what could be coming next for unbeaten 21-year-old prospect Adam Azim (11-0, 8 KOs). The promoter has teased there are some potential big fights out there for “The Assassin,” with plenty calling him out. Ben Shalom Reveals Decision is Imminent Regarding What’s Next for Adam Azim Adam Azim Next Fight The unbeaten rising star from Sl...2024
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• Billam-Smith and Riakporhe agree to title rematch

Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images Richard Riakporhe beat Chris Billam-Smith by split decision in 2019 Boxxer’s Ben Shalom tells Sky Sports that WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith and longtime rival Richard Riakporhe have agreed to and signed off on a rematch. The date and location remain up in the air, with Shalom “looking at dates at both Selhurst Park and the Vitality [S]tadi...2024
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• Show Must Go On – Azeez – Buatsi Off, Lawal – Chamberlain Survives

The disappointment of an injury to British Light-Heavyweight Dan Azeez just days before his potentially totemic encounter with Joshua Buatsi in London this weekend is acutely felt. Particularly, by those boxing fans who swam in the sewer of MisFits match ups last Saturday. Buatsi and Azeez was to be the ideal, old-school antidote, the mouthwash after the horse-shit sandwich. World Title Shot Relev...2023
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• Buatsi-Azeez postponed after Azeez suffers back injury days before fight
Featured image: Lawrence Lustig/BOXXER. BOXXER have announced that Joshua Buatsi will no longer be fighting Dan Azeez on Saturday after the latter withdrew with a back injury. Promoter Ben Shalom has however since confirmed that the show will go ahead with Mikael Lawal‘s British cruiserweight title defence against Isaac Chamberlain filling the main event slot. […]...2023
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• Highlights: Chris Eubank Jr dominates Liam Smith, scores 10th round stoppage

Chris Eubank Jr got his revenge on Liam Smith, but the fight was not what anyone wanted | Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images Chris Eubank Jr got his revenge on Liam Smith, but the fight was not what anyone wanted. Chris Eubank Jr fully got his revenge on Liam Smith today, but the fight was clearly not what any fan was hoping to see, as Smith seemed hobbled and immobile for the...2023
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"Ben Shalom Calls For Deontay Wilder vs. Martin Bakole Showdown"

• Chris Billam-Smith Eyes Undisputed Glory if He Defeats Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez
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• Gilberto Ramírez and Chris Billam-Smith to Headline Riyadh Season Event

Gilberto Ramírez (46-1, 30 KOs) and Chris Billam-Smith (20-1, 13 KOs) will look to unify titles when they soon clash. A press release confirmed that the two cruiserweights will headline a Riyadh Season card billed as “Latino Night” in Saudi Arabia on November 16. The main event is a co-promotion between Golden Boy Promotions and BOXXER. An exact venue for the card was not mentioned, th...2024
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• Gilberto Ramírez and Chris Billam-Smith to Headline Riyadh Event

Gilberto Ramírez (46-1, 30 KOs) and Chris Billam-Smith (20-1, 13 KOs) will look to unify titles when they soon clash. A press release confirmed that the two cruiserweights will headline a Riyadh Season card billed as “Latino Night” in Saudi Arabia on November 16. The main event is a co-promotion between Golden Boy Promotions and BOXXER. An exact venue for the card was not mentioned, th...2024
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• Ben Shalom Hits Back At Liam Smith Over Breakdown In Relationship

After a rollercoaster 2023, Liam Smith will return to the ring after a 12-month spell of inactivity with a point to prove – both to himself, the fans and apparently to Ben Shalom, after ‘Beefy’ revealed details of his split from BOXXER. Now, Shalom has offered his response, admitting that he is ‘disappointed’ with the […] The post Ben Shalom Hits Back At Liam Smith Over Breakdown In Relation...2024
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• ‘Big fights in the pipeline’: Eubank Jr signs with Boxxer, has designs on Canelo and Crawford

Chris Eubank Jr believes he’s in a position of power with his new promotional agreement. | Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images Chris Eubank Jr says he’s excited for what’s to come over the next couple of years. As reported by Sky Sports, Chris Eubank Jr has just penned a new partnership deal with promotional outfit Boxxer and says he’ll be looking to silence all of his naysayers b...2024
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• Billam-Smith and Riakporhe agree to title rematch
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• Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez rescheduled for February 3rd at Wembley

Dan Azeez withdrew from an October date with a pinched nerve It had to change venues, but Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez is officially back on the schedule, landing at OVO Arena Wembley on February 3rd. The first meeting was tabbed for October 21st at the O2, but fell through when Azeez (20-0, 13 KO) suffered a pinched nerve on fight week. Per Ben Shalom, the only upcoming open date at the O2 was Janu...2023
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• Clarke pulled from Wardley fight
Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images Frazer Clarke will face Harry Armstrong on June 10th When the British Boxing Board of Control ordered Fabio Wardley to defend his heavyweight title against Frazer Clarke earlier this month, both men expressed their enthusiasm for the matchup. It seems the feeling wasn’t universal, as Eddie Hearn alleges that BOXXER pulled “Big Fraze” out of today’s purse...2023
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• Bakole insists he has what it takes to stop all top heavyweights
Martin Bakole believes he’s being avoided by top competition who recognize he’s a dangerous opponent. | Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images Martin Bakole has called out a number of heavyweights who he claims are scared to fight him. Heavyweight Martin Bakole says he’s ready to take over the heavyweight division as he attempts to land a significant fight. Unfortunately, Bakole says ...2023
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• Shalom: Brook a perfect fight for Smith but I’m expecting Eubank rematch
Ben Shalom anticipates a Liam Smith vs Chris Eubank Jr rematch to happen, but says there’s other good fights out there. | Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images Boxxer promoter Ben Shalom talks about options on the table for Liam Smith. We’ve heard reports last month that Chris Eubank Jr had formally activated a rematch clause to face Liam Smith, but with little movement on that front in the...2023
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• Chris Billam-Smith Eyes Undisputed Glory if He Defeats Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez
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• EXCLUSIVE: Ben Shalom puts Frank Warren on blast after viral outburst

Turki Al-Alshikh’s plunge into the world of boxing has undeniably aided the sport and it’s promoters by making rivals work together and thus creating the biggest possible fights. However, the result of Al-Alshikh’s blockbuster events has also seen BOXXER’s Ben Shalom enter the supposed ‘inner circle’ of British boxing promotion and now the youngster has […] The post EXCLUSIVE: Ben Shalom put...2024
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• Bivol vs. Beterbiev: Wardley-Clarke Leads Explosive Oct. 12 Riyadh Season Undercard

Dmitry Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs) and Artur Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) will finally face off on October 12 in the highly anticipated undisputed light heavyweight clash in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is undoubtedly one of the best matchups possible in boxing, with these two undefeated fighters putting everything on the line. Ahead of fight night, BFW are looking at the stacked undercard supporting Bivol-Bet...2024
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• Eddie Hearn Reveals Shocking Reason for Fight Cancellation

Following the conclusion of Tyler Denny defeating Felix Cash at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham Eddie Hearn spoke to Matt Lenihan at Boxing Social – where he revealed the shocking reason he decided to pull Aqib Fiaz vs Kane Baker from the card. Matchroom Boxing had released a statement earlier in the day that read: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, Aqib Fiaz vs Kane Baker 2 is no...2024
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• South London Showdown: European Title Fight Added to June 15 Selhurst Park Card

Chris Billam-Smith vs. Richard Riakporhe for the WBO world cruiserweight championship will take place at Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park on June 15 and be shown live on Sky Sports. The first intriguing undercard fight has been added to the BOXXER Promotions bill, and it will be Isaac Chamberlain (16-2, 8 KOs) taking on Michal Cieslak (26-2, 20 KOs) for the European cruiserweight championship,...2024
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• ‘We’ve Agreed Terms’: Leading Promoters Reveal Latest News Regarding Intriguing All British Clash

Rumours have been swirling that Anthony Yarde (25-3, 24 KOs) and Joshua Buatsi (18-0, 13 KOs) are set to fight in a huge all-British light heavyweight clash, with Ben Shalom and Frank Warren providing the latest update on negotiations. Latest News on Anthony Yarde vs. Joshua Buatsi Anthony Yarde vs. Joshua Buatsi Boxxer CEO Shalom has revealed the fight for Yarde-Buats is “very close.”...2024
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• ‘It Really Is a Wildcard Contest’: Bad Blood Card Gets Bigger

Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke for the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles will headline the Bad Blood bill on March 31 live on Sky Sports at the O2 arena in London. Alen Babic was recently confirmed to be appearing on the bill against Steve Robinson. Another fight for this card in London has been confirmed with Viddal Riley (10-0, 6 KOs) set to take on Mikael Lawal (17-1, 11 KOs). Riley v...2024
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• ‘He Is Only Scratching the Surface of What He Is Really Capable Of’: What’s Next for Adam Azim?

On November 18, Adam Azim (10-0, 7 KOs) Defeated Franck Petitjean (24-7-3, 6 KOs) at The Halls in Wolverhampton – via an impressive tenth-round TKO. The Slough-born fighter came into this EBU European super lightweight Championship fight on the back of gaining valuable experience in his unanimous decision wins over Aram Faniian and Santos Reyes. Big Fight Weekend named Azim as one of our top...2023
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• ‘I am back’: Richard Riakporhe set to return against Dylan Bregeon, Nov. 18

Richard Riakporhe looks to demonstrate his standing against Dylan Bregeon. | Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images Richard Riakporhe will make his second appearance of the year after fighting this past January. Cruiserweight contender Richard Riakporhe is officially scheduled for his next fight as Sky Sports reports that he’ll appear on the Aziz vs Petitjean card on Nov. 18, taking on Dylan...2023
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• Highlights: Chris Eubank Jr dominates Liam Smith, scores 10th round stoppage
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• Canelo Álvarez Manager Eddy Reynoso Clarifies Chris Eubank Jr. Negotiations

Chris Eubank Jr. has been linked with a fight with Canelo Álvarez and he and his promoter Ben Shalom have both spoken positively about making the fight happen. Despite this recent positivity, Canelo manager Eddy Reynoso has spoken to Fight Freaks Unite and shot down hopes of a future fight between Canelo and Eubank. Eddy Reynoso Sets the Record Straight on Canelo vs. Eubank Jr. Ben Shalom and Euba...2024
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• South London Showdown: European Title Fight Added to June 15 Selhurst Park Card
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• Adam Azim Next Fight: Promoter Ben Shalom Teases Imminent Decision With Major Fights Lined Up
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• ‘I Believe the Winner Will Fight for a World Title’: Ben Shalom Talks Boxxer Stable and More

Ben Shalom has enjoyed a rapid rise in the boxing world and recently sat down with Dan Rafael for a Fight Freaks Unite/Big Fight Weekend interview. During this exclusive interview, Shalom spoke about his journey into boxing and covered a few fighters from the BOXXER stable, including Joshua Buatsi, who will fight Dan Azeez on February 3 in a WBA light heavyweight eliminator. Ben Shalom Talks Journ...2024
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• ‘I am back’: Richard Riakporhe set to return against Dylan Bregeon, Nov. 18
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• BOXXER partners with NBC Sports, will air events on Peacock

The partnership starts on Saturday with Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez Two years after joining forces with Sky Sports for its UK broadcasts, Ben Shalom’s BOXXER has announced a partnership with NBC Sports that will see “multiple BOXXER events per year added to NBC Sports’ portfolio of premium sport programming” for U.S. audiences. Most shows will take place on the streaming service Peacock, starting w...2023
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• Boxxer and NBC Sports announce “landmark” media rights partnership
The post Boxxer and NBC Sports announce “landmark” media rights partnership appeared first on Boxing News. "We’re delighted to announce this landmark partnership with NBC Sports, in what is a major moment for the company, allowing audiences across the USA to watch our stars in action throughout the year," says Ben Shalom The post Boxxer and NBC Sports announce “landmark” media rights partnership a...2023
• Highlights: Chris Eubank Jr dominates Liam Smith, scores 10th round stoppage
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• Ben Shalom Calls For Deontay Wilder vs. Martin Bakole Showdown
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• Highlights: Chris Eubank Jr dominates Liam Smith, scores 10th round stoppage
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• Highlights: Marshall takes undisputed from Crews-Dezurn, eyes Shields rematch
Savannah Marshall is now looking for a Claressa Shields rematch after beating Franchon Crews-Dezurn | Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images Savannah Marshall is now looking for a Claressa Shields rematch after beating Franchon Crews-Dezurn. Savannah Marshall became undisputed super middleweight champion today in Manchester, beating Franchon Crews-Dezurn by majority decision over 10 ro...2023
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• Joshua Buatsi Comfortably Outpoints Pawel Stepien In Flat Performance

Joshua Buatsi marked his BOXXER promotional debut by beating Pawel Stepien over ten rounds in a lacklustre showing. Buatsi split with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom to link up with Ben Shalom’s outfit back in March, and thus finds himself back on Sky Sports after a brief stint on DAZN. In a pre-fight tape, he promised fans […] The post Joshua Buatsi Comfortably Outpoints Pawel Stepien I...2023
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• Usyk’s Promoter Names Heavyweight Contender That ‘Beats Joshua And Wilder’

Ben Shalom has revealed he received an interesting message from Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter, Alex Krassyuk, after Martin Bakole’s impressive win over Ihor Shevadzutskyi in Poland this past weekend. Bakole took just three rounds to dispatch of the man known as ‘Hulk’, who was previously undefeated and represented Ukraine at the World Series of Boxing as […] The post Usyk...2023
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• Ben Shalom ‘Shocked’ At Eddie Hearn’s ‘Defamatory’ Comments On Khan Test Result

The fallout from Amir Khan’s failed doping test and subsequent year-long investigation continues, as promoter Ben Shalom vehemently opposes Eddie Hearn’s intervention. News broke that Khan had failed a post-fight drugs test after his stoppage loss to Kell Brook in February of 2022. The athlete and the British Boxing Board of Control were informed of […] The post Ben Shalom ‘...2023
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• All in Good Time: Adam Azim’s promoter suggests he could swerve Dalton Smith fight
The post All in Good Time: Adam Azim’s promoter suggests he could swerve Dalton Smith fight appeared first on Boxing News. Although he expects it to happen eventually, Ben Shalom isn't sure Azim vs. Smith will happen next, writes Declan Taylor The post All in Good Time: Adam Azim’s promoter suggests he could swerve Dalton Smith fight appeared first on Boxing News....2024
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• Ben Shalom Hopeful Of Imminent Joshua Buatsi-Anthony Yarde Announcement
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• Mexican Olympian Turns Pro Under Guidance of Canelo Alvarez Trainer Eddy Reynoso

Eddy Reynoso, the long-term trainer and manager of Canelo Alvarez has been in the news over the last 48 hours regarding the dismissal of Ben Shalom’s comment that “small conversations” had started around a Canelo fight with Chris Eubank Jr. Reynoso is also in the news for a non-Canelo rumour: He will be managing the welterweight silver medallist for Mexico in the 2024 Paris Olymp...2024
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• Bivol vs. Beterbiev: Wardley-Clarke Leads Explosive Oct. 12 Riyadh Season Undercard
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• ‘Big fights in the pipeline’: Eubank Jr signs with Boxxer, has designs on Canelo and Crawford
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• Joshua Buatsi vs. Anthony Yarde Gets Big Update Ahead Of Potential Fight

Joshua Buatsi against Anthony Yarde is a huge light heavyweight matchup many are keen to see and now it has been given a huge update. Boxing Scene reports that Ben Shalom’s Boxxer who promote Buatsi, and Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions who promotes Yarde, are close to agreeing on terms for this all British match up. […] The post Joshua Buatsi vs. Anthony Yarde Gets Big Upda...2024
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• Boxxer’s Ben Shalom discusses new deal with NBC/Peacock ahead of Buatsi-Azeez, and more

In recent years, boxing has seen more and more changes in its broadcasting and streaming landscape. New players arrive, traditional outlets close their doors to the sport, and it is oftentimes difficult to identify whether these changes are for the better. But starting a new year with an established TV network in the US renewing […] The post Boxxer’s Ben Shalom discusses new deal with ...2024
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• Joshua Buatsi vs Dan Azeez rescheduled for February 3rd at Wembley
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• ‘I am back’: Richard Riakporhe set to return against Dylan Bregeon, Nov. 18
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• Show Must Go On – Azeez – Buatsi Off, Lawal – Chamberlain Survives
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• BOXXER partners with NBC Sports, will air events on Peacock
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• Highlights: Chris Eubank Jr dominates Liam Smith, scores 10th round stoppage
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