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• Hamzah Sheeraz Heads to World Title Shot After WBO Withdrawal

Hamzah Sheeraz (21-0, 17 KOs) continues to impress every time he fights, enjoying a 3-0, 3 KOs 2024, with wins against Liam Williams, Austin Williams and his recent two-round destruction of Tyler Denny. Following his win over Denny, attention quickly turned to what could be next for the Slough native and the WBO soon ordered purse bids for Sheeraz vs. WBO/IBF titlist Janibek Alimkhanuly. Dan Rafae...2024
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• Diego Pacheco and Andy Cruz: Dan Rafael Discusses Rumoured U.S. Matchroom Card

Matchroom Boxing has already been involved in many memorable cards in 2024, including the Riyadh Season cards. They are also set to be involved in more intriguing fights towards the end of the year, including Sunny Edwards vs. Galal Yafai. It now appears the promotional giant is set to host their first U.S. 2025 fight card early in the new year, as discussed by Dan Rafael on the latest Big Fight W...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Dan Rafael and TJ Rives Reveal Their Best Bets

It’s finally here. November 15 has arrived, and it is time for Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) vs. Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. the 8×2 minute rounds heavyweight bout will be the main event of a Most Valuable Promotions card streaming live on Netflix, with Katie Taylor (23-1, 6 KOs) vs. Amanda Serrano (47-2-1, 31 KOs) II in the co-main event for the undisputed s...2024
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• David Benavidez vs. David Morrell: Dan Rafael Reveals When and Where

The light heavyweight division recently witnessed a generational fight on October 12, where Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol collided in what was an intriguing undisputed showdown. It now appears the 175-pound division will see another fascinating fight, with Dan Rafael revealing on the latest Big Fight Weekend podcast that David Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) and David Morrell (11-0, 9 KOs) will meet f...2024
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• Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: Press Conference Quotes and Fight Prediction

Netflix’s first foray into live boxing will see Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) take on Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs, 2 NCs) in the main event. The two men headline a Most Valuable Promotions card at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. Although they will be fighting over eight two-minute rounds and wearing 14-ounce gloves instead of 10-ounce gloves, Paul vs. Tyson has been sanctioned as a professional bo...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Eddie Hearn Critiques Upcoming Netflix Clash

On Friday, November 15, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) will return to the ring for the first time in 19 years and face Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) in an 8-round heavyweight contest that will see both compete over 2 minute rounds, wearing 14oz gloves. The entire card will be promoted by Most Valuable Promotions and stream live across the globe on Netflix. Eddie Hearn...2024
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• Regis Prograis Dismisses Level of Jack Catterall Ahead of Oct. 26 Showdown

Regis Prograis (29-2, 24 KOs) will return to action on Saturday, October 26, in a must-win contest against Jack Catterall (29-1, 13 KOs) at the Co-op Live Arena, Manchester. Their fight will be the main event of the Matchroom Boxing card shown globally on DAZN. It will be included in the standard price of a DAZN subscription. Ahead of fight night, “Rougarou” has spoken to Dan Rafael on...2024
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• Tim Tszyu Confirms Full Recovery, Eyes Big Fights After Murtzaliev

At the Caribe Royale Orlando, Orlando on Saturday, October 19, Tim Tszyu (24-1, 17 KOs) will challenge for the IBF super welterweight title against Bakhram Murtazaliev (22-0, 16 KOs) in the main event of the first non-PPV PBC card on Prime Video for all Prime members in the United States and select countries. TGB Promotions will promote the card. The main event will be promoted with No Limit Boxin...2024
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• Eddie Hearn Urges Devin Haney to Make a Critical Change for Future Success

On April 20, Ryan Garcia defied the expectations of many in the boxing world to defeat Devin Haney at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Controversy soon ensued, with Garcia failing a VADA test for the banned PED Ostarine, a story broken by Dan Rafael. “Kingry” was subsequently suspended for one year, which Devin Haney reacted to by saying: “I want to thank the New York State Athletic C...2024
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• Tim Tszyu Confirmed to Challenge for the IBF Super Welterweight Title on October 19

It has now been confirmed that Tim Tszyu (24-1, 17 KOs) will return to action and challenge for the IBF super welterweight title against Bakhram Murtazaliev (22-0, 16 KOs) on October 19 in the main event of a PBC on Prime card at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida. A purse bid was scheduled for September 5, but no Limit Boxing (Tszyu) and Main Events (Murtazaliev) have notified the IBF t...2024
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• David Benavidez Light Heavyweight Return Confirmed – Title Plans Revealed

David Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) was last seen in action against Oleksandr Gvozdyk, in what was his debut at light heavyweight. “The Monster” extended his 100% professional record against the Ukrainian, winning by unanimous decision with scorecards reading 119-109, 117-111 and 116-112. The fight was the co-feature of Gervonta Davis-Frank Martin on June 15. His promoter Sampson Lewkowicz ...2024
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• IBF orders Murtazaliev vs Tszyu

Photo by Hannes P. Albert/picture alliance via Getty Images Tim Tszyu was previously slated to return on September 22nd in a final eliminator About three weeks ago, Tim Tszyu announced that his return to action would be a September 22nd IBF final eliminator and named Erickson Lubin as the probably opponent. That wound up falling though due to a hand injury on Lubin’s part, with “Hammer” ad...2024
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• Andy Ruiz vs. ‘Big Baby’ Miller: Interview on August 3 Comeback & Heavyweight Division

On August 3, Andy Ruiz (35-2, 22 KOs) makes his comeback against Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller (26-1-1, 22 KOs) as part of the undercard for Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, in the first boxing event in the United States backed by Turki Alalshikh. The entire card will be available on DAZN, TNT, and ESPN+ pay-per-view alongside PPV.com. Ahead of Ruiz&#...2024
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• Revisiting the Judging Controversy for the Paul Williams vs. Erislandy Lara Fight on July 9, 2011

On July 9, 2011, at the Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, we saw one of the most unfair decisions in boxing in recent years, with Paul Williams unbelievably awarded the majority decision win over Erislandy Lara in their 12-round middleweight fight, with the judges scorecards reading 114–114, and the other two cards for Williams being 116–114 and 115–114. Big Fight Weekend are taking you b...2024
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• ‘Finalizing the Paperwork’: Vergil Ortiz Jr. Close to Next Fight Announcement

Vergil Ortiz Jr. was due to appear on the stacked August 3 card at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles against Tim Tszyu for the vacant WBA interim title. Tszyu had to withdraw due to his scalp laceration not healing following his bloody battle with Sebastian Fundora. The fight was ultimately removed from the card – but Dan Rafael has reported in his substack that Ortiz and a new opponent “are ...2024
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• Devin Haney Reacts to Ryan Garcia Suspension – Exclusive Interview

Since Ryan Garcia defeated Devin Haney, controversy has surrounded the result, with Garcia testing positive for PED use, pre and post-fight. On June 20, Dan Rafael broke the news that “KingRy” had agreed to be suspended for one year, beginning from the fight night of April 20. He also agreed to forfeit his salary of $1.1 million and for his win to be ruled a no-contest. Following the n...2024
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• Ryan Garcia B Sample Also Positive for Ostarine

The B sample of Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) has also produced a positive result for the banned substance ostarine. Dan Rafael reports that the results came back on Thursday morning, one day after being open. As was the case with the A sample, lap reports show a positive test for ostarine, also known as enobosarm. The samples were collected by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) the day bef...2024
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"17 date against Tyson Fury scrapped, Usyk is reportedly discussing the option to face Filip Hrgovic on that date, according to both Boxing News and Dan Rafael."

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"Dan Rafael reports that Matchroom are seeking a replacement opponent, and there are choices on the undercard, even."

• Hamzah Sheeraz Heads to World Title Shot After WBO Withdrawal
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Dan Rafael and TJ Rives Reveal Their Best Bets
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• Top Boxing and Fighting Games of 2024

Looking to spice up your games collection with the best boxing and fighting simulators of 2024? Search no further! We’ve gone over and reviewed the best fighting games of 2024 that have captivated the audience of boxing enthusiasts and fans of the dynamic gameplay. So, let’s not waste any more time and start addressing each of 2024’s boxing and fighting blockbusters available for playing today! 20...2024
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• Three of the Biggest Boxing Purses in 2024

Boxing in 2024 has been a memorable year thus far, with undisputed clashes and fascinating world title matchups, with many more bouts still to come. Alongside the thrilling fights, fans can enjoy extra perks like a $25 free chip no deposit casino offer for some added excitement. The introduction of Riyadh Season has seen many fighters earn money they could only dream of, and Big Fight Weekend have...2024
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• Regis Prograis Stirs Controversy at Jack Catterall Fight Presser

On October 26 at the Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, Jack Catterall (29-1, 13 KOs) returns to super lightweight action as he faces Regis Prograis (29-2, 24 KOs) in a 12-round bout. Prograis-Catterall will be the main event of the Matchroom Boxing card shown globally on DAZN. At the final press conference, there was plenty of drama as “Rougarou” played an old recording of Catterall’...2024
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• Bob Arum Clarifies Contract Dispute With Super Lightweight World Champion

Top Rank chairman Bob Arum recently spoke to Dan Rafael for a special Fight Freaks Unite/Big Fight Weekend podcast, where he discussed several topics including Jared Anderson and Naoya Inoue and others. Arum also spoke about a contract dispute with the WBO super lightweight world champion Teofimo Lopez. Bob Arum Addresses Teofimo Lopez Contract Dispute Arum Talks Honestly About Lopez Situation Lop...2024
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• David Benavidez Agrees to Face Undefeated Fighter in Early 2025 Showdown

The light heavyweight division will witness a generational fight on October 12 between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivolin Saudi Arabia as these two titans clash for the undisputed crown. It now appears another intriguing fight at 175 pounds has been agreed to, with WBC interim champ David Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) set to battle David Morrell (11-0, 9 KOs). David Benavidez Prepares for Intriguing Da...2024
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• Gervonta Davis Next Fight: WBA Lightweight Defence Set for December 14

Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) is the current WBA lightweight champion and was last in action when he stopped Frank Martin on June 15 this year. Dan Rafael had revealed what dates were being considered for his next fight, and Rafael has now confirmed via his Fight Freaks Unite Substack that “Tank” will face promotional free agent Lamont Roach (25-1-1, 10 KOs) on Dec. 14 in Housto...2024
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• Gervonta Davis Next Fight: Possible High-Stakes December Clash With World Champion

Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) is the current WBA lightweight champion and was last seen when he defeated Frank Martin on June 15 this year. It remains to be seen what comes next for “Tank” as Dan Rafael reveals via his Fight Freaks Unite Substack that Gervonta Davis could be facing WBA super featherweight titlist and promotional free agent Lamont Roach (25-1-1, 10 KO...2024
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• The Boots and Bam Show: Jaron Ennis and Jesse Rodriguez Expected to Defend Titles on Nov. 9

Eddie Hearn recently voiced his frustrations over failed negotiations to make a welterweight unification fight between IBF welterweight titlist Jaron “Boots” Ennis (32-0, 29 KOs) and WBO titlist Brian Norman Jr. The want for that unification fight stemmed from the IBF enforcing the mandatory on “Boots” that he must face Karen Chukhadzhian (24-2, 13 KOs), who he comfortably beat in 2023...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: How to Stream, Betting Odds and Fight Card

On November 15 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) will return to the ring and face Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) after 19 years in retirement. Tyson-Paul will be an eight-round heavyweight contest in which The Texas State Athletic Commission has mandated 10-ounce gloves and no headgear. The entire card will stream live across the globe on Netflix and be promoted by Most V...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: ‘Iron Mike’ Warns, ‘I’m Coming to Get Him’ in Exclusive Dan Rafael Interview

On November 15 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) will face Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) in an eagerly anticipated eight-round heavyweight contest in which The Texas State Athletic Commission has mandated 10-ounce gloves and no headgear. The entire card will stream live across the globe on Netflix. Ahead of this historic fight, “Iron Mike” has spoken exclusi...2024
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• Regis Prograis Stirs Controversy at Jack Catterall Fight Presser
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• Regis Prograis Dismisses Level of Jack Catterall Ahead of Oct. 26 Showdown
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• Dmitry Bivol Takes Bold Step After Artur Beterbiev Scorecard Controversy

Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) made history on October 12 by defeating Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) for the undisputed light heavyweight crown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was a captivating main event, supported by an impressive undercard, and immediately after the scorecards were read (114-114, 115-113 and 116-112), Eddie Hearn and Turki Alalshikh among others made it clear they felt Bivol had done...2024
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• Tim Tszyu Confirms Full Recovery, Eyes Big Fights After Murtzaliev
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• Mark Chamberlain Poised for Huge Opportunity on Fury-Usyk II Undercard With Sep. 21 Victory

On Saturday, September 21, at Wembley Stadium, Anthony Joshua (28-3, 25 KOs) and Daniel Dubois (21-2, 20 KOs) will meet for the IBF world heavyweight title in the main event of a Riyadh Season card. Fight fans can catch the action on DAZN PPV, TNT Sports PPV, PPV.com and Sky Sports Box Office. On the undercard, we will see another appearance from the unbeaten British lightweight star and favourite...2024
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• Canelo Álvarez Weighs Legacy Fights: Talks Cotto, Golovkin, and Possible Benavidez Clash

Canelo Álvarez (61-2-2, 39 KOs) will defend his WBC, WBA and WBO super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs) at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, on September 14 on a Canelo Promotions card – in association with Matchroom Boxing. Canelo spoke to a selection of media personnel, including Dan Rafael, where he discussed legacy, David Benavidez and feeling better than ever. Canelo Ál...2024
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• Jake Paul on ‘Iron Mike’ Fight Postponement, Facing ‘Mini Mike Tyson’ Next and Turning L’s Into W’s

On Saturday, July 20, at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, Jake Paul (9-1, 6 KOs) will face bare-knuckle boxing star Mike Perry (0-1, 0 KOs) in a cruiserweight bout live on DAZN. Ahead of this upcoming fight, Jake Paul has spoken to Dan Rafael on the Big Fight Weekend recap podcast about the Mike Tyson postponement and his thoughts about his fight against Perry. Jake Paul Discusses Mike Tyson Ca...2024
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• The Ear-Resistible Tale of Mike Tyson vs. Evander Holyfield II

On June 28, Evander Holyfield met Mike Tyson seven months after he defeated Iron Mike by eleventh-round TKO. The rematch was for Holyfield’s WBA strap, which “The Real Deal” won in their first encounter. We love our nostalgia at Big Fight Weekend and are taking you back to Mike Tyson-Evander Holyfield II at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Evander Holyfield Defeats Mike T...2024
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• Hamzah Sheeraz Heads to World Title Shot After WBO Withdrawal
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• ‘We Were Against That Fight’: Bob Arum Reflects on Jared Anderson vs. Martin Bakole

Heavyweight boxing has enjoyed a golden period since the involvement of Riyadh Season and His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, with Tyson Fury taking on Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight crown and many other memorable fights taking place, such as Daniel Dubois vs. Anthony Joshua. Bob Arum the Top Rank CEO recently spoke to Dan Rafael for a special Fight Freaks Unite/Big Fight Weekend podcas...2024
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• The Three Most Intriguing Fights Left in 2024 Including All-British Clash

2024 has already given us some memorable match-ups, such as the light heavyweight unification bout between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, the brilliant match-up between Raymond Ford against Otabek Kholmatov, and the controversial bout between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney. With the commitment of Biaxol to supporting performance and delivering top-quality SARMs, the last quarter of the year promis...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Undefeated Featherweight Prospect Joins Nov. 15 Card

Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) and Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) will collide in their much talked about heavyweight clash on November 15 at the 80,000-capacity AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The fight was originally set for July 20, but “Iron Mike” had to withdraw on doctor’s orders after experiencing an ulcer flare-up. The entire rescheduled card will be streamed exclusively on Netflix...2024
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• Title Fights From Around the World: Thammanoon Niyomtrong and Lani Daniels Retain

Today, boxing world title fights take place around the globe and are more accessible to watch than ever before. Sometimes, championship bouts do not receive as much attention and go underreported. Big Fight Weekend commits to writing about boxing news, previews, and recaps. As such, the site now has a recurring segment on championship bouts – from around the world from the past week. The focus of ...2024
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• Zurdo Ramirez vs. Chris Billam-Smith Unification Being Finalised for Riyadh on Nov. 16

Dan Rafael has reported via sources on his Fight Freaks Unite substack that an intriguing cruiserweight unification fight between WBA titlist Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez and WBO counterpart Chris Billam-Smith is being finalised to headline a November 16 Riyadh season card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Zurdo Ramirez vs. Chris Billam-Smith Unification Being Finalised November 16 Card Set to Be First Riyadh...2024
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• No Limit Boxing wins Alimkhanuly vs Mikhailovich purse bid

Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images Janibek Alimkhanuly withdrew from the original July date after passing out during his weight cut Make that 2-0 for the B-sides. Shortly after P2M Box Promotions topped Matchroom Boxing to claim ownership of Jaron Ennis vs Karen Chukhadzian 2, Dan Rafael reports that No Limit Boxing beat out Top Rank’s $350k bid for Janibek Alimkhanuly vs Andrei Mikhailovi...2024
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• Diego Pacheco Aims to Prove He’s ‘The Next Guy at 168’ in Bout vs. Maciej Sulęcki

Diego Pacheco (21-0, 17 KOs) is keen to show that he belongs with the very best in boxing. The young super middleweight takes on Maciej Sulęcki (32-2, 12 KOs) at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA. Their clash is set for 12 rounds on a Matchroom Boxing card. Fight fans around the world can catch the action live on DAZN. Ahead of his bout against Sulęcki, Pacheco spoke with Big Fight Week...2024
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• Eddie Hearn Urges Devin Haney to Make a Critical Change for Future Success
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• Dillian Whyte fails drug test, Joshua rematch canceled

Joshua vs Whyte 2 has been canceled due to “adverse findings” on a Dillian Whyte drug test | Photo by Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing via Getty Images Joshua vs Whyte 2 has been canceled due to “adverse findings” on a Dillian Whyte drug test Dillian Whyte “returned adverse analytical findings as part of a random anti-doping protocol,” which is to say that he failed a Voluntary Anti-Doping A...2023
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• Usyk vs Hrgovic being discussed with Fury fight postponed

Oleksandr Usyk could face Filip Hrgovic in two weeks | Getty Hrgovic is Usyk’s IBF mandatory challenger. With Oleksandr Usyk’s Feb. 17 date against Tyson Fury scrapped, Usyk is reportedly discussing the option to face Filip Hrgovic on that date, according to both Boxing News and Dan Rafael. Hrgovic is Usyk’s IBF mandatory challenger, and his presence in the world as IBF mandatory challenge...2024
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• Broner vs Hutchinson headlines June 9 Don King PPV
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Adrien Broner has fought just once in the last four years Adrien Broner has a date and a dance partner for his first fight since signing with Don King in March, as both Dan Rafael and Keith Idec report that “AB” will fight Bill Hutchinson atop a June 9th PPV in Miami. The bout will officially be announced at a press conference tomorrow. Hutchinson (...2023
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• PBC looking for a new broadcast deal, Showtime leaving boxing after 2024 – Dan Rafael
By Brian Webber: PBC is looking for another broadcast deal for their fighters, with Showtime rumored to be leading boxing after 2024, says Dan Rafael. Rafael states that PBC’s contract … read full story ← PBC looking for a new broadcast deal, Showtime leaving boxing after 2024 – Dan Rafael @ Boxing News 24...2023
• Keith Thurman vs Tim Tszyu may be canceled due to injury

Keith Thurman vs Tim Tszyu might be off | Kohjiro Kinno/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images Keith Thurman vs Tim Tszyu might be off for March 30. An injury to Keith Thurman may cancel or at least postpone his scheduled March 30 fight with Tim Tszyu, according to Tha Boxing Voice, a report backed later by Dan Rafael. The injury is reportedly to Thurman’s elbow, and he’s awaiting MRI results. Th...2024
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• IBF orders Charlo vs Murtazaliev

Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Bakhram Murtazaliev has stepped aside four times since becoming mandatory challenger in 2019 If Jermell Charlo wants to fight Tim Tszyu upon his return to 154 lbs, he’ll have to shed a belt to do so, as Dan Rafael reports that the IBF has ordered Charlo to face longtime mandatory challenger Bakhram Murtazaliev. The two have until November 9th to avoid a pu...2023
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• Franco vs Ioka reportedly set for June 24 in Tokyo
Photo by YUICHI YAMAZAKI/AFP via Getty Images Joshua Franco and Kazuto Ioka fought to a majority draw on New Year’s Eve While Juan Francisco Estrada is still out of the picture for the moment, the super flyweight division is slowly grinding back into motion. Dan Rafael reports that WBA champion Joshua Franco will rematch Kazuto Ioka on June 24th in Tokyo. Their first meeting was a unificat...2023
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• Joshua vs Wallin and Wilder vs Parker reportedly in the works for Dec. 23

Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images Dmitry Bivol, Martin Bakole, and Daniel Dubois could appear as well While we won’t be getting Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk on December 23rd, it’s looking like we may still enjoy a heap of heavyweight action. Dan Rafael and Jake Donovan each report that talks are underway to pit Anthony Joshua against Otto Wallin and Deontay Wilder against Joseph Parker a...2023
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• Hamzah Sheeraz Heads to World Title Shot After WBO Withdrawal
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Dan Rafael and TJ Rives Reveal Their Best Bets
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• Three of the Biggest Boxing Purses in 2024
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• Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Jr. Rescheduled After December Setback

Gervonta Davis (30-0, 28 KOs was expected to defend his WBA lightweight title on December 14 at the Toyota Center in Houston against Lamont Roach Jr. (25-1-1, 10 KOs). Dan Rafael has now reported via his Fight Freaks Unite Substack that sources with knowledge of the Davis-Roach fight have told him that the fight will not happen this year. Gervonta Davis Next Fight vs. Lamont Roach Jr. Postponed to...2024
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• Exclusive: Bakhram Murtazaliev Reacts After Tim Tszyu Demolition

On October 19 at the Caribe Royale Orlando, Orlando, Bakhram Murtazaliev (23-0, 17 KOs) demolished Tim Tszyu (24-2, 17 KOs) in three rounds, knocking the Australian down four times on the way to an impressive TKO victory, retaining his IBF super welterweight title. The No Limit Boxing and Main Events headline fight streamed exclusively on Prime Video for all Prime members in the United States and ...2024
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• Bob Arum Reveals Latest on Naoya Inoue vs. Sam Goodman for Dec. 24

As we move towards the end of the year, it has certainly been a memorable 12 months for boxing with great fights including Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury for the undisputed heavyweight title and Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev for the undisputed light heavyweight crown. One of the most talked about boxers in recent times is the undisputed super bantamweight king, Naoya Inoue, and Top Rank CEO Bob ...2024
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• Naoya Inoue vs. Sam Goodman Hits Complication as IBF Schedules Purse Bid

The IBF have announced that purse bids are scheduled for Naoya Inoue (28-0, 25 KOs) vs. Sam Goodman (19-0, 8 KOs) on Oct. 29 at 12 p.m. ET at its offices in Springfield, New Jersey, as well as on video conference. According to the IBF, the two parties could not reach an agreement by the original date of Sep. 12. Dan Rafael has reported via his Fight Freaks Unite Substack that Goodman’s team ...2024
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• Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Undefeated Featherweight Prospect Joins Nov. 15 Card
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• Dmitry Bivol Exclusive: Talks Final Preparations and Beterbiev’s Power Ahead of Saudi Clash

On October 12, Artur Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) will face Dmitry Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs) in the highly anticipated undisputed light heavyweight clash in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. These two titans in the division will collide in what promises to be a fascinating night for boxing fans around the world. Ahead of fight week, Bivol has spoken to Dan Rafael about his preparation, the threat from Beterbiev and a ...2024
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• Regis Prograis Stirs Controversy at Jack Catterall Fight Presser
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• Ryan Garcia Responds to Positive Test for Banned PED

Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) has taken to social media to respond to a report that he tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug. Earlier on Wednesday, Dan Rafael reported that “King Ry” tested positive for ostarine in two urine tests on April 19 and post-fight on April 20. According to a letter from VADA, Garcia also “screened positive for but was not confirmed for 19-Norand...2024
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• Ryan Garcia Reportedly Tests Positive For Banned Substance
By: Sean Crose It's being reported the Voluntary Anti Doping Association (VADA) has found that Ryan Garcia tested positive for the banned substance Otariine. According to Dan Rafael, who broke the news, two tests - both of which showed the Performance Enhancing Drug in Garcia's system - were collected on the 19th of April, the day before Garcia's shocking victory over Devin Haney, and after the ...2024
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• Ryan Garcia Responds to Positive Test for Banned PED

Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) has taken to social media to respond to a report that he tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug. Earlier on Wednesday, Dan Rafael reported that “King Ry” tested positive for ostarine in two urine tests on April 19 and post-fight on April 20. According to a letter from VADA, Garcia also “screened positive for but was not confirmed for 19-Norand...2024
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• Ryan Garcia Denies He Cheated Against Devin Haney, Reportedly Tested Positive For PED Ostarine
New layers to Garcia vs. Haney. The lead up to Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney was a bizarre spectacle with Garcia playing social media mindgames and having people worried about his mental health. Garcia missed weight for the fight, only adding to speculation that he wasn't in proper condition for the fight. Garcia erased doubts once the bell rang, dropping Haney multiple times en route to a decisi...2024
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• Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia: Five Things We Learnt

The clash between Ryan Garcia (25-1, 20 KOs) and Devin Haney (31-0, 15 KOs) will most likely be remembered for its shocking result. In a fight that surprised many, Garcia won a majority decision against Haney. The two fighters headlined a Golden Boy Promotions event at the Barclays Center in New York City, NY, presented in association with Matchroom Boxing, Haney Promotions and KingRy Promotions. ...2024
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• Charlo invokes right to Madrimov title fight

Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Jermell Charlo was stripped of his WBA belt and named champion in recess last month Recent buzz alleged that Turki Alalshikh’s next big move would be to pit pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford against newly minted WBA super welterweight champion Israil Madrimov this coming August. There’s a lot to like about that matchup; Madrimov’s among the best in the...2024
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• Canelo Next Fight Date and Opponent Confirmed

On February 26, Dan Rafael reported that Canelo and PBC had split after only one fight of a three-fight deal. It was rumoured that the Mexican superstar would head back to Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing, but it now appears he will be heading back to PBC. The news of an agreement will please many in the boxing world, who will be eager to see the Mexican legend back in the ring. Canelo Next Fight:...2024
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• Cassius Clay Upset Of Sonny Liston Was More Than Just Boxing

60 years ago, on a chilly February night in Miami Beach, the world – bore witness to one of the most iconic moments in boxing history. It was a matchup of menacing champ and loud-mouthed former Olympic Gold Medalist, battle intimidation and seemingly foolish bravado. Cassius Clay (later Muhammad Ali) was that young, charismatic contender, and the supposed invincible champ, Sonny Liston, foun...2024
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