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• Charlie Edwards eyes Japanese champions and Paul Butler after claiming European title
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• RANKINGS: Boots Ennis, Shakur, Fernando Martinez, more

Jaron “Boots” Ennis is the clear top man at 147 | Melina Pizano/Matchroom Jaron “Boots” Ennis is the clear top man at 147, plus more. Next update will come on Monday, August 5. Ranked fights this period: Heavyweight: (8) Jared Anderson vs (10) Martin Bakole, Aug. 3 Light Heavyweight: (10) Radivoje Kalajdzic vs David Morrell, Aug. 3 Super Lightweight: (7) Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz vs Jose Va...2024
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• Charlie Edwards steps in as challenger for Thomas Essomba’s EBU bantamweight belt

European bantamweight titlist Thomas Essomba had been expected to face mandatory challenger Paul Butler next. There was in fact a purse bid scheduled for tomorrow. However, an agreement was made for Essomba to instead make a voluntary defense of his crown against former WBC flyweight titleholder Charlie Edwards at a venue to be determined in […] The post Charlie Edwards steps in as challenge...2024
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• Naoya Inoue Chooses Comfort Over Featherweight Challenge
Former bantamweight champion Paul Butler says Naoya Inoue is choosing to stay at 122 rather ... read more Naoya Inoue Chooses Comfort Over Featherweight Challenge @ Boxing News 24...2024
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• RANKINGS: Naoya Inoue and Canelo hold firm in top spots, more

Naoya Inoue and Canelo Alvarez took care of business this week | Yuichi Yamazaki/AFP via Getty Images and Christian Petersen/Getty Images Naoya Inoue and Canelo Alvarez took care of business this week, and hold their top spots. The next update will come next Monday, May 20, and it’ll be a big one. Ranked fights this week: Heavyweight: (1) Oleksandr Usyk vs (2) Tyson Fury, May 18 Heavywe...2024
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• How does it feel fighting Naoya Inoue?
The post How does it feel fighting Naoya Inoue? appeared first on Boxing News. Having managed to last almost 11 rounds in the presence of Naoya Inoue in 2022, Paul Butler explains to Elliot Worsell what it’s like sharing a ring with the “Monster” The post How does it feel fighting Naoya Inoue? appeared first on Boxing News....2024
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• Counting Down The Ten Biggest Fights Of 2023 So Far

The year 2023 has seen some of boxing’s biggest fights finally take place. Oftentimes, fight fans have to deal with their most desired clashes not taking place due to a variety of reasons. In 2023, however, many of boxing’s biggest names have entered the ring to take on their rivals in high profile matchups. As we enter the final quarter of the year, Big Fight Weekend counts down the t...2023
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• Naoya Inoue Destroys Stephen Fulton In Eight

Stephen Fulton Jr. (21-1, 8 KOs) and Naoya Inoue (25-0, 22 KOs) finally clashed at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The bout was for Fulton’s WBC and WBO super bantamweight titles. Inoue outboxed and dropped Fulton twice before the fight was called off with a 1:14 left in the contest. THE HYPE IS REAL!!!@NaoyaInoue_410 x #FultonInoue pic.twitter.com/P1aVMYlbp9 — Top Rank Boxing (@trb...2023
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• Fulton vs Inoue rescheduled for July 25 in Tokyo
Naoya Inoue reportedly suffered an injury in training, pushing back a highly anticipated fight against Stephen Fulton Jr. | Photo by YUICHI YAMAZAKI/AFP via Getty Images An unfortunate setback for Naoya Inoue forced a postponement, but we’ve now got a new date. Many boxing fans around the world were disappointed to hear the news that Naoya Inoue suffered a training injury which forced a ...2023
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2024
"(7) Paul Butler vs Norbelto Jimenez, May 11 Notes: David Jimenez moves into the top 10 after coming up from flyweight and beating John “Scrappy” Ramirez, who moves out of the top 10 after losing to Jimenez."

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"He burst onto the world stage in 2018 by routing Paul Butler for the vacant belt, then outlasted Jason Moloney in the opening round of the 2019 WBSS."

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"The Las Vegas Raiders have claimed tight end Paul Butler off waivers from the Detroit Lions"

2019
"Balzer notes that the Texans also worked out offensive tackle Travis Vornkahl and tight end Paul Butler."

• Rankings (Nov. 27): It’s time for Canelo vs Benavidez, plus Matias, Roach, more

David Benavidez has earned a shot at Canelo Alvarez next | Photo by David Becker/Getty Images David Benavidez has earned a shot at Canelo Alvarez next, plus Subriel Matias’ case at 140, Lamont Roach Jr, and more! Next update comes on Monday, Dec. 11. Ranked fights the next two weeks: Cruiserweight: (2) Chris Billam-Smith vs Mateusz Masternak, Dec. 10 Junior Welterweight: (7) Ryan Garcia...2023
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• Fulton vs Inoue rescheduled for July 25 in Tokyo
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• Patriots sign Ben Braden, Paul Butler, Alex Ellis
The Patriots announced Monday they have signed offensive lineman Ben Braden, tight end Paul Butler and tight end Alex Ellis. Braden, 26, originally entered the NFL in 2017 as a rookie free agent with the Jets. He spent the entire 2017 season on the Jets’ practice squad and split the 2018 season between the practice [more]...2020
• Raiders bring back tight end Paul Butler
The Raiders brought back a tight end they have some background with. The team announced they have signed re-signed free agent tight end Paul Butler. Butler spent time with the Raiders the last two seasons. He was on the practice squad most of 2018, after hanging around as an undrafted rookie from California (Pennsylvania). He [more]...2020
• Lions release three players
The Lions have dropped a trio of players from their roster ahead of next week’s draft. The team announced on Wednesday that they have released tight end Paul Butler, wide receiver Jonathan Duhart and linebacker Steve Longa. None of the players appeared in any games for the Lions during the 2019 season. Longa is the [more]...2020
• Former first-round OT Andre Smith reportedly auditions for the Texans
Andre Smith‘s third stint with the Bengals ended in November, and he’s apparently started looking for his next gig. Veteran NFL reporter Howard Balzer said that the offensive tackle worked out for the Texans on Tuesday. The Bengals selected Smith with the sixth overall pick in the 2009 draft, and the Alabama product ended up spending his first seven seasons with the organization. Smith has bounced...2019
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• Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery: Boxing’s Unstoppable Champ Returns

On May 6, 2024, the boxing world will turn its eyes toward Tokyo, Japan, as Naoya Inoue, the reigning undisputed super-bantamweight champion, defends his title against the formidable Luis Nery. This bout is not just another title defence; it represents a collision between two of the sport’s most explosive fighters, promising an unforgettable spectacle for boxing aficionados worldwide. Naoya ...2024
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• Naoya Inoue vs. Marlon Tapales: How to Stream, Betting Odds and Fight Card

On Tuesday, December 26, Naoya Inoue (25-0, 22 KOs) will take on Filipino fighter Marlon Tapales (37-3, 19 KOs) at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan for the WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF world super bantamweight titles. Japanese superstar Inoue returns to the ring for the first time since he destroyed Stephen Fulton in eight rounds. “The Monster” is one of the most fearsome fighters on the pla...2023
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• Rankings (Nov. 27): It’s time for Canelo vs Benavidez, plus Matias, Roach, more
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• Top Rank/ESPN To Televise December Latest Naoya Inoue Undisputed Bid

One of the top pound for pound fighters in the sport will go for another undisputed title in late December. This, as Japan’s Naoya “The Monster” Inoue will put his newly won unified WBC and WBO 122 lb. titles on the line in a battle with WBA/IBF titleholder Marlon Tapales of the Philippines. The bout will take place in Tokyo on December 26th and gives the chance for Inoue to beco...2023
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• Emmanuel Rodriguez Reclaims IBF Bantamweight Title

Saturday night in Oxon Hill, MD, Emmanuel Rodriguez got back the IBF bantamweight crown with impressive 12 round decision over Melvin Lopez that was a near stoppage in the final seconds. The main event of the Showtime Boxing/PBC triple header saw the Puerto Rican Rodriguez dropped the Nicaraguan born Lopez not just once, but three times in the final 40 seconds of the bout, but the final bell saved...2023
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• Naoya Inoue Destroys Stephen Fulton In Eight
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• Stephen Fulton vs. Naoya Inoue: How To Stream, Betting Odds And Fight Card

On July 25, Stephen Fulton will take on fellow undefeated fighter Naoya Inoue for the WBC and WBO Super-bantamweight titles at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Fulton comes into the fight with a perfect record, winning all 21 contests. He boasts an impressive recent win over Daniel Roman. Fulton is masterful at keeping the distance between his opponent, which will be vital in negating Inoue’...2023
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• RANKINGS: Boots Ennis, Shakur, Fernando Martinez, more
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• RANKINGS: Naoya Inoue and Canelo hold firm in top spots, more
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• Lara comes in heavy, stripped of WBA featherweight title
Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Images via Getty Images Mauricio Lara ultimately hit the scales at 129.8 pounds Mauricio Lara’s WBA featherweight title reign is over without a defense. “Bronco” came in to the Wednesday check-in that, for the sake of avoiding an unsafe last-minute weight cut, the BBBofC refused to let him hit the scales today below 128.5 pounds. Lara ultimately weighed in today ...2023
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• RANKINGS: Garcia can’t be ranked, but Haney can’t be No. 1, who’s top at 140? Plus more!

Ryan Garcia can’t be ranked at 140, so who’s the top dog now at the weight? | Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images Ryan Garcia can’t be ranked at 140, so who’s the top dog now at the weight? Next update will come Monday, May 6, later in the day to give time for Inoue vs Nery (and a stacked undercard) to finish that morning. Ranked fights this period: Super Middleweight: (1) Canelo Alvarez vs (...2024
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• IBF bantamweight champion Emmanuel Rodriguez announces retirement

Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Emmanuel Rodriguez ends his career 22-2 with 13 knockouts Time will tell whether it sticks or not, but IBF bantamweight champion Emmanuel Rodriguez took to Facebook today to announce his retirement from boxing at the age of 31. He claims that after 21 years in the sport, he doesn’t want to wait until he loses his love for it before hanging them up. Rodrig...2023
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• Fulton vs Inoue rescheduled for July 25 in Tokyo
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• Lara comes in heavy, stripped of WBA featherweight title
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• How to watch Fulton vs Inoue around the world
Here’s how you can watch Fulton vs Inoue live in the U.S. and elsewhere | Photo by KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP via Getty Images Here’s how you can watch Fulton vs Inoue live in the U.S. and elsewhere. Naoya Inoue will be back in the ring on Tuesday, July 25, moving up to the 122 lb division to face WBC and WBO titleholder Stephen Fulton Jr, as Inoue seeks to become Here’s how you can watch the figh...2023
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• Rankings (Nov. 27): It’s time for Canelo vs Benavidez, plus Matias, Roach, more
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• Inoue vs Tapales official for Dec. 26 in Tokyo

This marks Naoya Inoue’s third straight appearance at Ariake Arena As expected, WBC/WBO champion Naoya Inoue and IBF/WBA champion Marlon Tapales will battle it out for undisputed super bantamweight supremacy on December 26th at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena. ESPN+ hosts the Stateside broadcast. Though the press release doesn’t say anything about the undercard, BoxRec lists a great domestic bantamweight cla...2023
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• Paul Butler will fight Norbelto Jimenez just two miles from home
The post Paul Butler will fight Norbelto Jimenez just two miles from home appeared first on Boxing News. Butler is set to fight former two-time world title challenger Jimenez on May 11 in Ellesmere Port, writes Elliot Worsell The post Paul Butler will fight Norbelto Jimenez just two miles from home appeared first on Boxing News....2024
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• Charlie Edwards steps in as challenger for Thomas Essomba’s EBU bantamweight belt
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• RANKINGS: Garcia can’t be ranked, but Haney can’t be No. 1, who’s top at 140? Plus more!
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• Naoya Inoue and Marlon Tapales Make Weight for Undisputed Clash

All that remains for Naoya Inoue (25-0, 22 KOs) and Marlon Tapales (37-3, 19 KOs) is to set foot in the ring and duke it out. Inoue and Tapales face each other in the main event of a card at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Appropriately enough, their clash will occur on Boxing Day (Tuesday, Dec. 26). Viewers in the United States can catch the action live on ESPN+ beginning at 3 a.m. ET. Sky Spor...2023
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• Naoya Inoue Faces Marlon Tapales With Undisputed on the Line

Naoya Inoue (25-0, 22 KOs) is widely tipped to become the undisputed super bantamweight champion, but Marlon Tapales (37-3, 19 KOs) is keen on ensuring that does not happen. The two face each other in the main event of a card at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. Appropriately enough, their clash will occur on Boxing Day (Tuesday, Dec. 26). Viewers in the United States can catch the action live on ...2023
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• IBF orders Tanaka vs Garcia final eliminator

Photo by BEHROUZ MEHRI/AFP via Getty Images Kosei Tanaka is 4-0 since falling to Kazuto Ioka in 2020 Nearly three years after a destructive loss to Kazuto Ioka halted his multi-weight warpath, Kosei Tanaka is one fight away from re-entering title contention. Julius Julianis reports that the IBF has ordered Tanaka to face Willibaldo Garcia in a super flyweight final eliminator that would pu...2023
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• Counting Down The Ten Biggest Fights Of 2023 So Far
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• Naoya Inoue Destroys Stephen Fulton In Eight
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• How to watch Fulton vs Inoue around the world
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• Emmanuel Rodriguez vs. Melvin Lopez Confirmed For Vacant IBF Belt

Emmanuel Rodriguez, who briefly held the IBF’s 118 lb. world title, will get another chance to become their champ in August. This as Premier Boxing Champions and Showtime confirmed that the Puerto Rican Rodriguez will meet surging Melvin Lopez on August 12th. From the Showtime/PBC release: “Former world champion Emmanuel Rodriguez will take on streaking contender Melvin Lopez for the v...2023
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• Fulton vs Inoue rescheduled for July 25 in Tokyo
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• RANKINGS: Naoya Inoue and Canelo hold firm in top spots, more
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• Naoya Inoue Faces Marlon Tapales With Undisputed on the Line
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