WBC Lightweight rumors, news

WBC Lightweight news, rumors

  • • Eddie Hearn to Meet Golden Boy for Shakur Stevenson vs. William Zepeda WBC Lightweight Championship Bout
    Promoter Eddie Hearn says he’s going to meet with Golden Boy during Times Square week to negotiate → read article Eddie Hearn to Meet Golden Boy for Shakur Stevenson vs. William Zepeda WBC Lightweight Championship Bout @ Boxing News 24...2025
  • • “I’ll Drop Zepeda Fight for Tank”: Shakur Stevenson Calls Out Gervonta Davis
    Shakur Stevenson says he’d drop his plans to defend his WBC lightweight title against interim champion William → read article “I’ll Drop Zepeda Fight for Tank”: Shakur Stevenson Calls Out Gervonta Davis @ Boxing News 24...2025
  • • Hometown Fight in Newark? Eddie Hearn Eyes Shakur Stevenson vs. William Zepeda as a Springboard to Gervonta Davis Clash
    Promoter Eddie Hearn believes a fight between WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and interim champ William Zepeda ... continue Hometown Fight in Newark? Eddie Hearn Eyes Shakur Stevenson vs. William Zepeda as a Springboard to Gervonta Davis Clash @ Boxing News 24/7...2025
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  • • “Everybody Wants the Fight”: Hearn Optimistic About Stevenson vs. Zepeda Summer Fight
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, says he’s been in negotiations with Golden Boy Promotions → read article “Everybody Wants the Fight”: Hearn Optimistic About Stevenson vs. Zepeda Summer Fight @ Boxing News 24...2025
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  • • Tevin Farmer’s Warning to Overconfident Shakur Stevenson: Why Zepeda’s Relentless Pressure Could Be His Downfall
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and mandatory William Zepeda have to begin negotiations by the sanctioning body → read article Tevin Farmer’s Warning to Overconfident Shakur Stevenson: Why Zepeda’s Relentless Pressure Could Be His Downfall @ Boxing News 24...2025
  • Shakur Stevenson Makes KO Prediction For Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero: “He’s Not That Good”
    • Shakur Stevenson Makes KO Prediction For Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero: “He’s Not That Good”
    believes he knows who will prevail in the upcoming showdown between and Rolly Romero. The reigning WBC lightweight champion extended his unbeaten record last month with a dominant ninth round stoppage victory over Britain’s Josh Padley, who had stepped in on a couple of days notice to face the undefeated American star original opponent, Floyd […]...2025

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WBC Lightweight injury and suspension

  • Greatest Southpaw Knockouts in Boxing History
    • Greatest Southpaw Knockouts in Boxing History
    Research suggests that 10 to 12 percent of the world’s population is left-handed, but in the boxing ring, that small percentage has created big problems for their right-handed opponents. Southpaws—fighters who lead with their right hand and right foot forward—bring a unique rhythm to the sport, creating awkward angles, unexpected openings, and a puzzle that many orthodox boxers struggle to solve. ...2025
  • Josh Padley Delivers Honest Verdict On Shakur Stevenson’s Power After Surviving 9 Rounds Before KO
    • Josh Padley Delivers Honest Verdict On Shakur Stevenson’s Power After Surviving 9 Rounds Before KO
    Shakur Stevenson got the second defence of his WBC Lightweight World title under his belt this weekend in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by defeating late replacement opponent Josh Padley. Stevenson – coming back off a hand injury – was all set to face riding US prospect Floyd Schofield but the challenger pulled out ill during fight […]...2025
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  • Shakur Stevenson stops Josh Padley to retain WBC lightweight title
    • Shakur Stevenson stops Josh Padley to retain WBC lightweight title
    Shakur Stevenson had little trouble with late replacement foe Josh Padley | Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing Shakur Stevenson had little trouble with late replacement foe Josh Padley. Shakur Stevenson had basically no trouble whatsoever with late replacement opponent Josh Padley, retaining his WBC lightweight title with three knockdowns and a ninth round TKO. Stevenson (23-0, 11 KO) was his ...2025
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  • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets
    • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets
    Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) will meet again at the  Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, on February 22 as the main event on a loaded card for Riyadh Season. The entire event will be available through a plethora of PPV outlets throughout the world. As we enter fight week for this historic card, we bring you the latest odds and the best best prop bets for this fascinating main ...2025
  • Zepeda vs Farmer rematch official for Mar. 29 in Cancun
    • Zepeda vs Farmer rematch official for Mar. 29 in Cancun
    William Zepeda will rematch Tevin Farmer for the interim WBC lightweight title in friendly territory next month As revealed last month, lightweight contender William Zepeda will rematch Tevin Farmer for the interim WBC title on March 29th in Cancun, Mexico. Zepeda (32-0, 27 KO), who’s been Zeno’s Paradox-ing his way towards a title shot against Shakur Stevenson for ages, hit the deck and suffered ...2025
  • • Highlights: Martin edges decision over Harutyunyan in WBC eliminator
    Frank Martin got by a really tough test against Artem Harutyunyan in a WBC eliminator | Stephanie Trapp/SHOWTIME Frank Martin got by a really tough test against Artem Harutyunyan in a WBC eliminator. Frank Martin had anything but one-way traffic tonight on Showtime, edging a close unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan in their WBC lightweight eliminator from Las Vegas. Martin (18-0, 12...2023
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Timeline

  • 2025
    "Shakur Stevenson stops Josh Padley to retain WBC lightweight title"

  • 2024
    "Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing"

  • 2023
    "No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion"

  • 2018
    "Thursday's special will feature defending WBC Lightweight World Champion Dejan Zlaticanin"

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WBC Lightweight trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • Turki Alalshikh accused of lowballing superstar boxer
    And so it begins. The honeymoon is over, apparently, as Turki Alalshikh is accused of rolling back on a previous offer. Many have praised Alalshikh for ‘saving boxing’ by paying superstar fights what they deserve. However, WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is adamant that’s no longer the case regarding a fight between him and William…  The post Turki Alalshikh ...2025
  • Josh Padley Rates Shakur Stevenson’s Power Out Of 10 After Surviving 9 Rounds On Late Notice
    • Josh Padley Rates Shakur Stevenson’s Power Out Of 10 After Surviving 9 Rounds On Late Notice
    Josh Padley was given the opportunity of a lifetime when he was drafted in to face last month. The 29-year-old from Doncaster received the call to step-in and face the WBC lightweight champion on just a couple of days notice, after Stevenson’s initial opponent Floyd Schofield pulled out of the contest after falling unwell. Despite […]...2025
  • Wrap-Up: Alalshikh and White make their move, Netflix in boxing, more
    • Wrap-Up: Alalshikh and White make their move, Netflix in boxing, more
    Turki Alalshikh and Dana White are heading up a huge new venture in boxing | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Turki Alalshikh and Dana White are heading up a huge new venture in boxing, but will it make the impact they want? Plus much more! Turki Alalshikh and TKO Group launching new boxing promotional league Turki Alalshikh and TKO Group — the parent company of both UFC an...2025
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  • • Can Eddie Hearn Deliver? The Challenges of Making Gervonta Davis vs. Shakur Stevenson
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson got the first fight of his two-fight contract with Eddie Hearn out → read article Can Eddie Hearn Deliver? The Challenges of Making Gervonta Davis vs. Shakur Stevenson @ Boxing News 24...2025
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  • • Shakur Stevenson stops Josh Padley to retain WBC lightweight title
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  • Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker Odds and Best Prop Bets
    • Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker Odds and Best Prop Bets
    On February 22, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Dubois vs Parker will be a part of the latest loaded Riyadh Season card available to watch through various PPV platforms. As we enter fight week for this historic card, we bring you the latest odds and the best prop bets for this fascinating ...2025
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  • • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 Odds and Best Prop Bets
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  • Keyshawn Davis Eyes Unification After Dominant Win Over Berinchyk
    • Keyshawn Davis Eyes Unification After Dominant Win Over Berinchyk
    On February 14 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, NY, Keyshawn Davis (13-0, 9 KOs, 1 NC) delivered a dominating performance to stop Denys Berinchyk (19-1, 9 KOs)in the fourth round to become the new WBO lightweight champion. It was the main event of a Top Rank card, done in association with K2 Promotions and Queensberry Promotions. Following the dominating win, attention qui...2025
  • Matchroom Boxing Signs ‘The Next American Superstar’
    • Matchroom Boxing Signs ‘The Next American Superstar’
    Matchroom Boxing remains one of the leading promotional companies in world boxing, continually adding exciting talent to their roster. Recently, they signed Indian amateur sensation Nishant Dev, and now they have announced the addition of Team USA welterweight and 2024 Olympic bronze medallist Omari Jones. Matchroom Boxing Unveils Olympian Omari Jones Omari Jones Joins Matchroom’s Elite Stab...2025

WBC Lightweight stats and results

  • • Wrap-Up: Alalshikh and White make their move, Netflix in boxing, more
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  • LIVE NOW! Jonas vs Price: Updates and results
    • LIVE NOW! Jonas vs Price: Updates and results
    Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price meet in a welterweight unification | Photo by Yui Mok/PA Images via Getty Images Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price meet in a welterweight unification today from London! Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price will fight to unify three welterweight world titles today from London’s historic Royal Albert Hall, topping an all-women’s Boxxer event. Live coverage will start at...2025
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  • Shakur Stevenson Repeatedly Drops Josh Padley to Retain 135-lb Title
    • Shakur Stevenson Repeatedly Drops Josh Padley to Retain 135-lb Title
    Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) proved that Josh Padley (15-1, 4 KOs) was no match for him by stopping him in nine rounds. The official time of stoppage was 3:00. With the win, Stevenson remains the WBC lightweight world champion. He won the title against Edwin De Los Santos in late 2023 and was making his second defence of it. The fight took place on a Riyadh Season card at the ANB Arena in Riyad...2025
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  • ‘He’s One Dangerous Man’: Joseph Parker Discusses Martin Bakole Challenge
    • ‘He’s One Dangerous Man’: Joseph Parker Discusses Martin Bakole Challenge
    On February 22, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) will face late replacement Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) following the withdrawal of Daniel Dubois due to illness. Both Parker and Bakole have been lauded with praise for accepting the fight on short notice and the Kiwi fighter has spoken to The Stomping Ground about his upcoming bout and how dangerous his opponent is. Joseph Par...2025
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  • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Best Bets for the Main Event and Undercard
    • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Best Bets for the Main Event and Undercard
    On Saturday, February 22, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) will once again face Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) for the undisputed light heavyweight crown. Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 is an immediate rematch from their first fight on October 12, 2004, which Beterbiev won by majority decision. The judges scorecards read 114-114, 115-113 and 116-112. Ahead of this loaded Riyadh Season ca...2025
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  • Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole: Tony Bellew Weighs In
    • Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole: Tony Bellew Weighs In
    Following the drama of February 20 in Riyadh which saw Daniel Dubois unable to move forward with his scheduled IBF world title defence against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). Chaos ensued, but a replacement was promptly found and we will now see Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs). Ahead of this intriguing heavyweight fight, many questions are being asked about Parker and Bakole, and Tony ...2025
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  • Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: George Groves Predicts Main Event Outcome
    • Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2: George Groves Predicts Main Event Outcome
    On February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) will defend his undisputed light heavyweight crown against Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 12 KOs) at the Kingdom Arena. Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 will be the main event of a loaded Riyadh Season event. The entire card will be available through several PPV outlets including DAZN and PPV.com. Many experts have revealed their predictions ahead of...2025
  • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Illness Sparks Chaos in Riyadh – Replacement Named
    • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Illness Sparks Chaos in Riyadh – Replacement Named
    On February 22, the loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will take place with all eyes in the boxing world firmly placed on this super card. Fight week has seen its fair share of drama with the cancellation of Shakur Stevenson vs Floyd Schofield and as reported first by The Ring Magazine, Daniel Dubois was taken ill and has subsequently been removed from the car...2025
  • Shakur Stevenson Rips Floyd Schofield, Embraces Late Replacement
    • Shakur Stevenson Rips Floyd Schofield, Embraces Late Replacement
    The loaded Riyad Season card dubbed The Last Crescendo, received a blow when the British Boxing Board of Control cancelled the fight between Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) and Floyd Schofield. “Kid Austin” fell ill and was admitted to hospital which led to the BBBofC making their decision. Josh Padley (15-0, 4 KOs) was soon named as the late replacement and Stevenson has since appeare...2025

WBC Lightweight parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Greatest Southpaw Knockouts in Boxing History
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  • Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel Ends in Stunning Stoppage on February 22
    • Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel Ends in Stunning Stoppage on February 22
    Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel – On February 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a loaded Riyadh Season event took place. On this stacked card, Zhilei Zhang (27-3-1, 22 KOs) faced the dangerous, undefeated German Agit Kabayel (26-0, 18 KOs) for the WBC interim heavyweight title. It was an impressive showing from Kabayel, who navigated some sticky moments to shock “Big Bang̶...2025
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  • ‘Dream phone call’: Padley believes he upsets Shakur on short notice
    • ‘Dream phone call’: Padley believes he upsets Shakur on short notice
    Josh Padley didn’t have the benefit of a training camp but say he’s still prepared to take belt from Shakur Stevenson. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Josh Padley jumped at the opportunity to challenge Shakur Stevenson for world title. Josh Padley will get a big and unexpected shot to dethrone WBC lightweight titleholder Shakur Stevenson tomorrow in Riyadh, as he fills in as a late ...2025
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  • Golden Boy Clarifies Floyd Schofield Situation, Replacement Named
    • Golden Boy Clarifies Floyd Schofield Situation, Replacement Named
    The loaded card dubbed The Last Crescendo, is the latest card from Riyadh Season and will be headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2. A vital part of this card was Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) vs Floyd Schofield, but illness to “Kid Austin” has seen him deemed unfit to fight and a replacement has now been named with Golden Boy clarifying the Floyd Schofield situation via a pr...2025
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  • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Shake-Up as Surprise Replacement Emerges
    • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Shake-Up as Surprise Replacement Emerges
    The Last Crescendo, the latest Riyadh Season bill, will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on February 22. This loaded card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 is undoubtedly one of the greatest cards ever. Fight week has been overshadowed by the news that Floyd Schofield (18-0, 12 KOs) was taken ill and has been deemed not fit to fight WBC lightweight champion Sha...2025
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  • Agit Kabayel Predicts Shock Upset at Grand Arrivals
    • Agit Kabayel Predicts Shock Upset at Grand Arrivals
    At the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Agit Kabayel (25-0, 17 KOs) will face Zhilei Zhang (27-2-1, 22 KOs) for the interim WBC heavyweight title. This intriguing heavyweight fight will seemingly provide plenty of fireworks with these two big punchers meeting. The loaded Riyadh Season card headlined by Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will be available through various PPV platforms. At the Gr...2025
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  • • Porter Shows Battered Shakur After Sparring
    Shakur Stevenson looked beat up in a photo posted by Shawn Porter moments after their sparring session for Shakur’s title defense of his WBC lightweight belt against Floyd Schofield on February 22nd at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. read article Porter Shows Battered Shakur After Sparring @ Boxing News 24...2025
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  • • Matchroom Boxing Signs ‘The Next American Superstar’
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  • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
    • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
    Emanuel Navarrete will face Robson Conceicao in November | Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Emanuel Navarrete will face Robson Conceicao in November with the WBO 130 lb title at stake. Emanuel Navarrete will defend his WBO junior lightweight title on Nov. 16 against Robson Conceicao. The fight will be on the undercard of Shakur Stevenson’s bout with Edwin De Los Santos for the vacant WB...2023
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  • • Highlights: Martin edges decision over Harutyunyan in WBC eliminator
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Top WBC Lightweight news

  • No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion
    • No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion
    Shakur Stevenson had a poor performance, but won the WBC lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos | Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson had a poor performance, but won the WBC lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos. Shakur Stevenson became a three-division world champion tonight, but did so in a manner that can’t have impressed many, beating Edwin De Los Santos ...2023
  • Stevenson and Martin come to terms for vacant title fight
    • Stevenson and Martin come to terms for vacant title fight
    Elsa/Getty Images and Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions Both men are 1-0 this year, as Shakur Stevenson beat Shuichiro Yoshino and Frank Martin beat Artem Harutyunyan Promotional differences weren’t enough to stop the WBC’s ordered clash between Top Rank’s Shakur Stevenson and TGB Promotions’ Frank Martin. Keith Idec reports that the two sides came to terms today just hours ahead of a sc...2023
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  • Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing
    • Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing
    Shakur Stevenson says he’s giving up boxing at age 26 | Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson says he’s giving up boxing at age 26. Shakur Stevenson has announced his retirement from boxing at age 26, posting to social media this evening. Stevenson, who currently holds the WBC lightweight title and has also won belts at featherweight and super featherweight, last fought in No...2024
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  • • Highlights and results: Zhang batters Joyce in upset TKO win
    Zhilei Zhang just couldn’t miss and upset Joe Joyce in London | Photo by James Chance/Getty Images Zhilei Zhang just couldn’t miss and upset Joe Joyce in London. Zhilei Zhang battered Joe Joyce en route to a sixth round stoppage today in London, a notable upset in the heavyweight division, and one that shifts the landscape at that weight, at least for a moment. Zhang (25-1-1, 20 KO) basica...2023
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Seeks New Opponent For WBC Lightweight Title Fight; Frank Martin Out
    2023
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  • • Undefeated WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson Announces Retirement
    Shakur Stevenson has taken to social media to announce his retirement from the sport after ... read more Undefeated WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson Announces Retirement @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Reverses Decision: Announces June Return
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson took to social media today to annoucement that he’s ending ... read more Shakur Stevenson Reverses Decision: Announces June Return @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
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WBC Lightweight schedule, game

  • ‘I don’t need to chase Katie Taylor’: Caroline Dubois admits Taylor doesn’t need fight
    • ‘I don’t need to chase Katie Taylor’: Caroline Dubois admits Taylor doesn’t need fight
    Caroline Dubois would love to fight Katie Taylor, but knows it may not happen | Photo by James Chance/Getty Images Caroline Dubois would love to fight Katie Taylor, but knows it may not happen. Caroline Dubois still hopes to fight Katie Taylor, but says she won’t “chase” the bout, and understands that Taylor really doesn’t need to do it, either. Speaking with Sky Sports, Dubois — who holds...2025
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  • Shakur Stevenson Names The World Champion He Will Move Up In Weight To Fight: “Let’s Run It”
    • Shakur Stevenson Names The World Champion He Will Move Up In Weight To Fight: “Let’s Run It”
    is currently plotting his next move. He was last in action in February when he took on late replacement Josh Padley on the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, retaining his WBC Lightweight World Title. Stevenson was originally scheduled to take on Floyd Schofield, but the young prospect was forced […]...2025
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  • Boxing streaming and TV schedule for March 4 - 8
    • Boxing streaming and TV schedule for March 4 - 8
    Lauren Price and Natasha Jonas fight to unify welterweight titles, and more! | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Lauren Price and Natasha Jonas fight to unify welterweight titles, and more! Tuesday, March 4 TrillerTV+, 8:00 pm ET, CountryBox: Where Music Meets Boxing. A little throwback fun for anyone who remembers the origin of “Nathen Anthen,” as this week’s fight poster hypes the mai...2025
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  • Gervonta Davis Reacts To Shakur Stevenson’s Stoppage Win Over Josh Padley In Just 1 Word
    • Gervonta Davis Reacts To Shakur Stevenson’s Stoppage Win Over Josh Padley In Just 1 Word
    Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis has reacted to Shakur Stevenson’s performance against last-minute opponent Josh Padley. Stevenson was originally scheduled to face countryman Floyd Schofield in a defence of his WBC lightweight title before the 22-year-old was forced to withdraw after falling ill earlier this week. It took Stevenson 9-rounds to break down and eventually stop Padley, […...2025
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  • Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley Live Scorecard
    • Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley Live Scorecard
    Shakur Stevenson defends his WBC Lightweight World Title against unlikely last-minute contender Josh Padley. Stevenson – now champion in a third division – was all set to put his belt on the line against rising US star Floyd Schofield before the challenger pulled out mid-fight week due to illness. Enter Padley, who upset the odds […]...2025
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  • • Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole: Tony Bellew Weighs In
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  • • ‘Dream phone call’: Padley believes he upsets Shakur on short notice
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  • • Beterbiev vs Bivol 2: Undercard Illness Sparks Chaos in Riyadh – Replacement Named
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Rips Floyd Schofield, Embraces Late Replacement
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WBC Lightweight rumors, scandals

  • Josh Padley Reflects on Brave Loss to Shakur Stevenson: ‘There’s Levels to This Game’
    • Josh Padley Reflects on Brave Loss to Shakur Stevenson: ‘There’s Levels to This Game’
    On February 22 at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Josh Padley stepped up on short notice to replace the ill Floyd Schofield and face WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson. It was ultimately a brave effort by the Doncaster native before being stopped in the ninth round. Following this tough loss, the British fighter spoke to The Stomping Ground and reflected on sharing a ring with a curr...2025
  • Schofield misses Grand Arrivals, speculation over weight issues ahead of Shakur fight
    • Schofield misses Grand Arrivals, speculation over weight issues ahead of Shakur fight
    Floyd Schofield missed today’s Grand Arrivals event in Riyadh | Photo by Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing/Getty Images Floyd Schofield missed today’s Grand Arrivals event, fueling speculation as to the status of his fight with Shakur Stevenson. Floyd Schofield missed today’s “Grand Arrivals” event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ahead of Saturday’s challenge against WBC lightweight titleholder Shak...2025
  • • Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda on February 22nd?
    There’s speculation that WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson will defend against William Zepeda on February ... read more Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda on February 22nd? @ Boxing News 24...2024

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