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• Result: Unheralded Chelli Stuns Morrell In Tenth Round!
Unheralded, unranked Zak Chelli stepped in for injured WBO Interim champ Callum Smith and stunned former two-time champ The post Result: Unheralded Chelli Stuns Morrell In Tenth Round! appeared first on FightNews....2026
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: George Groves weighs in

On May 9, at the Co-op Live in Manchester, live on DAZN, Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois headlines a Queensberry Promotions fight card. Wardley’s WBO world heavyweight title will be on the line in an event billed as “Don’t Blink.” Ahead of this heavyweight shoot-out, former super middleweight world champion George Groves weighed in and revealed his prediction. George Groves predicts Fabio Wardley v...2026
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• David Morrell expects to face Callum Smith after last minute Zak Chelli fight on Wardley-Dubois card

fully expects his WBO ‘interim’ title fight to be rescheduled, despite there being an element of uncertainty as to when Callum Smith will return to action. The pair were supposed to lock horns in Liverpool last month, only for former world champion Smith to pull out with an undisclosed injury. It is far from ideal, […] The post David Morrell expects to face Callum Smith after last minute Zak...2026
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Prediction and fight card for May 9 clash

Big Fight Weekend brings you our prediction, the full fight card, and streaming information ahead of Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois at the Co-op Live Arena, Manchester. The entire card will be promoted by Queensberry Promotions, live on DAZN. The main event will be for Wardley’s WBO heavyweight title. Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois fight details Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026. Venue: Co-op Live Arena...2026
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• Fabio Wardley open to battle of KO artists if he beats Dubois: “He’s on the list”

has targeted an opponent that would bring together arguably the two biggest punchers in the entire division. After beating Joseph Parker to get his hands on the WBO Interim title, it seemed as though Wardley would next collide with then-undisputed ruler Oleksandr Usyk. However, the Ukrainian instead opted to vacate his belt, with Wardley subsequently […] The post Fabio Wardley open to battle...2026
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• Dmitry Bivol’s mandatory challenger status addressed after cancelled interim fight

With set to defend his unified light-heavyweight titles against IBF mandatory challenger Michael Eifert, Callum Smith and David Morrell were due to face off to determine who is next in line. Now, after that fight was cancelled, the WBO have shared an update. A former WBA super-middleweight world champion, Smith claimed the WBO Interim light-heavyweight […] The post Dmitry Bivol’s manda...2026
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• David Morrell expects to face Callum Smith after last minute Zak Chelli fight on Wardley-Dubois card
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• BEN WHITTAKER REPLACES INJURED CALLUM SMITH AS THE NEW MAIN EVENT FOR LIVERPOOL FIGHT NIGHT ON APRIL 18 – LIVE ON DAZN
Britain’s most exciting fighter Ben Whittaker will take on Argentina’s dangerous Braian Suarez in the new Main Event at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena on Saturday, April 18 – live worldwide on the Global Home of Boxing, DAZN. An injury, sustained during his training camp, has ruled Callum Smith out of his upcoming WBO Interim Light......2026
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• Callum Smith vs David Morrell fight off after injury suffered in Smith training camp

The upcoming battle between and will no longer be happening. Smith last fought in February 2025 when he was involved in a fight of the year contender against Joshua Buatsi, claiming the unanimous decision win in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to secure the WBO interim light heavyweight title. Over 12 months on from that bout, he was […] The post Callum Smith vs David Morrell fight off after injury suf...2026
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• “No Alternative”: WBO Responds To Usyk’s Dancing Video After Medical Exemption For Parker Fight

Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed status is under threat after a social media post promoted the WBO to scrutinise a previously reported injury. Following his victory over Daniel Dubois to become four-belt heavyweight ruler for the second time, Usyk was ordered to begin negotiations with WBO Interim Champion Joseph Parker. His team requested and was granted a […]...2025
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• Joe Joyce Suffers Big Drop In World Rankings After Zhilei Zhang Loss

Joe Joyce was seemingly one fight away from fighting for the unified heavyweight titles against Oleksandr Usyk – but that came crashing down at the hands of Zhilei Zhang. The Londoner opted not to sit on the sidelines and wait for his WBO Interim Title to do its work, instead taking on the Chinese southpaw […] The post Joe Joyce Suffers Big Drop In World Rankings After Zhilei Zhang Los...2023
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• Andy Lee updates on Joseph Parker ‘internal investigation’ after failed drugs test

Trainer Andy Lee has opened up on Joseph Parker’s failed drugs test three months on from the news breaking. Parker was heartbroken when he lost his WBO Interim world title, and subsequent shot at Oleksandr Usyk, to Fabio Wardley back in October. The surprising news of a positive test for cocaine from the day of […] The post Andy Lee updates on Joseph Parker ‘internal investigatio...2026
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• Parker Failed Drug Test Vs Wardley
By Gabriel F. Cordero It has been reported that former world champion Joseph Parker, 33,age tested positive for cocaine on the day of his WBO interim heavyweight title fight against… » The post Parker Failed Drug Test Vs Wardley appeared first on fightnews.com....2025
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"CALLUM SMITH VS DAVID MORRELL MEGA FIGHT SET FOR APRIL 18 IN LIVERPOOL AS PAT BROWN HEADLINES IN HIS HOMETOWN ON APRIL 3 Callum ‘Mundo’ Smith defends his WBO Interim Light Heavyweight Championship against David Morrell on his home turf in Liverpool as part of a huge North-West double for Matchroom Boxing in the UK this April – […]"

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"Joseph Parker Eyes KO: “I Will Bang the ‘Big Bang'” Zhilei Zhang"

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"John Fury has weighed in with his opinion on a potential clash between son Tyson and WBO Interim world champion Joe Joyce."

• Josh Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson rematch deserves O2 headliner
Saturday night’s co-feature bout between Josh Buatsi and Willy Hutchinson on the Joshua vs. Dubois undercard turned out to be the fight of the night. So much so that there are calls for an immediate rematch after the pair waged war for twelve rounds with the WBO interim title at stake. Hutchinson survived two knockdowns… Josh Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson rematch deserves O2 headline...2024
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• Joseph Parker Could Be Set For Big Fight Rather Than Rematch Zhilei Zhang Next

WBO interim heavyweight champion Joseph Parker followed up a career-best win against Deontay Wilder with another upset victory against Zhilei Zhang, but despite being contracted for a rematch, his promoter says that he is also looking at alternate opponents. The New Zealander survived two knockdowns to claim a majority-decision victory over ‘Big Bang’ Zhang and […] The post Joseph Parker Cou...2024
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• Tszyu vs Mendoza set for Oct. 15

Tim Tszyu will be elevated from interim to full WBO super welterweight champion on September 30th In what has to be either a first or a profound rarity, Tim Tszyu has set up his inaugural title defense before officially claiming the title he’s definding. No Limit Boxing announced yesterday evening that Tszyu, the reigning WBO interim super welterweight champion who will be elevated the moment Jerm...2023
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• ‘He already knows he’s going to lose to Canelo’: Tim Tszyu talks Jermell Charlo

Tim Tszyu says although he’s accomplishing goals, he’s still looking towards what’s next. | Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images Tim Tszyu talks being elevated to full champion but still wanting to achieve more. As WBO interim junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu is set to be elevated to full champion once Jermell Charlo takes on Canelo Alvarez at super middlweight, Tszyu says he’s happy t...2023
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: George Groves weighs in
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Prediction and fight card for May 9 clash
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• Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora: Dave Allen predicts April 4 showdown

On April 4, Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London. The entire card will stream live on DAZN. This heavyweight showdown looks set to provide plenty of fireworks, and popular British heavyweight Dave Allen has previewed and predicted the bout via his Dave White Rhino Allen YouTube channel. Dave Allen predict...2026
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• Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder: Fabio Wardley predicts April 4

On April 4, Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London. The entire card will stream live on DAZN. This heavyweight slobberknocker will be the 50th fight for both, and ahead of their showdown, current WBO heavyweight world champion Fabio Wardley spoke to Boxing News and revealed who he would back for the win. Der...2026
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• Malik Scott Makes Bold Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora Prediction

On April 4, Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London. The entire card will stream live on DAZN. This intriguing heavyweight bout will likely be an old-fashioned slobberknocker. As we edge closer to fight night, Wilder’s former trainer, Malik Scott, has spoken to Action Network, revealing his bold prediction. M...2026
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• ‘He shouldn’t be fighting’: Carl Froch weighs in on Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder

Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London on April 4. The entire card will stream live on DAZN. Ahead of this intriguing heavyweight slobberknocker, former super middleweight world champion Carl Froch has spoken to NewBettingSites, revealing his pick for April 4. Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder set for London s...2026
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• Jarrell Miller delivers blunt verdict on Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder

Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder headlines a Misfits Pro card in association with Queensberry Promotions at the O2 Arena in London on April 4. The entire card will stream live on DAZN. Ahead of this intriguing heavyweight clash, American heavyweight Jarrell ‘Big Baby’ Miller spoke to NewBettingOffers about Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder, revealing his prediction. Derek Chisora vs Deontay Wilder se...2026
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• Fundora vs Spence officially dead

Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images Sebastian Fundora’s long-brewing clash with Errol Spence Jr is dead in the water after more than half a year of finagling After eight months and two separate deals, Mike Coppinger reports that Sebastian Fundora vs Errol Spence Jr is officially dead. The euthanasia is long overdue. As WBO president Gustavo Olivieri points out in his reasoning ...2025
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• Zhilei Zhang destroys Joe Joyce in third round KO – Boxing results
WBO interim heavyweight champion Zhilei Zhang (26-1-1, 21 KOs) scored a highlight reel third round knockout of Joe Joyce (15-2, ... more Zhilei Zhang destroys Joe Joyce in third round KO – Boxing results @ Boxing News 24/7...2023
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• Boxing results: Tim Tszyu obliterates Carlos Ocampo in first round knockout
By Mark Eisner: WBO interim junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu (23-0, 17 KOs) made a strong statement in knocking out the normally durable Carlos Ocampo … read full story ← Boxing results: Tim Tszyu obliterates Carlos Ocampo in first round knockout @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Prediction and fight card for May 9 clash
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• Joseph Parker Rides Momentum Wave, Faces Different Beast in Zhilei Zhang
Joseph Parker is keeping his career momentum going by taking on WBO interim heavyweight champion ... read more Joseph Parker Rides Momentum Wave, Faces Different Beast in Zhilei Zhang @ Boxing News 24/7...2024
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• Tszyu vs Mendoza set for Oct. 15
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• Boxing streaming and TV schedule for April 13-15
Joe Joyce and Zhilei Zhang meet in London on Saturday Joe Joyce and Zhilei Zhang meet in London on Saturday, plus more on a lighter schedule this week. Thursday, April 13 ESPN+ and Social Media, 7:30 am ET, Joyce vs Zhang press conference. FITE PPV, 10:00 pm ET, Fight Club OC. A hybrid MMA and boxing show, $13.99 on PPV. The most notable of the boxing matchups is Tervel Pulev vs Joel Shojg...2023
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• Tyson Fury’s Dad Not Interested In ‘Meaningless’ Joe Joyce Fight

John Fury has weighed in with his opinion on a potential clash between son Tyson and WBO Interim world champion Joe Joyce. Joyce has emerged as the frontrunner for Fury’s next outing, after the disappointing news last week that an undisputed fight with unified world champion Oleksandr Usyk would not be next. Despite many in […] The post Tyson Fury’s Dad Not Interested In ‘M...2023
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• Anthony Joshua Warned Joe Joyce Can Still Break His “Porcelain Chin”

Teddy Atlas has weighed in on the possibility of a fight between Joe Joyce and Anthony Joshua, and still believes Joyce has the tools to take Joshua out. Joyce was shocked by Zhilei Zhang in London this past weekend, with the Chinese southpaw putting on a career best performance to capture the WBO interim world […] The post Anthony Joshua Warned Joe Joyce Can Still Break His “Porcelain...2023
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• Zhilei Zhang With Huge Upset Stoppage Against Joe Joyce

Zhilei Zhang shocked the world by stopping Joe Joyce in London, taking the WBO Interim Heavyweight title in the process. The card at the Copper Box Arena was broadcast by BT Sport, and saw ‘The Juggernaut’ put his WBO Interim title on the line against ‘Big Bang’ Zhang. Zhang’s contentious decision loss to Filip Hrgovic […] The post Zhilei Zhang With Huge Upset S...2023
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• ‘He already knows he’s going to lose to Canelo’: Tim Tszyu talks Jermell Charlo
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• Former welterweight titleholder Jeff Horn announces retirement citing memory issues

Six years to the day since he famously defeated Filipino superstar Manny Pacquiao at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Australia, former WBO welterweight titleholder Jeff Horn has officially announced his retirement. The 35-year-old former schoolteacher has not boxed for three years following his eighth-round knockout loss to current WBO interim junior middleweight beltholder Tim Tszyu in […] The...2023
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• Highlights: Zhilei Zhang knocks out Joe Joyce in third round of rematch

Zhilei Zhang left no doubts in today’s rematch with Joe Joyce | Photo by Steven Paston/PA Images via Getty Images Zhilei Zhang left no doubts in today’s rematch with Joe Joyce, scoring a brutal knockout win. Zhilei Zhang left absolutely no doubt in his rematch with Joe Joyce, scoring a knockout at the end of the third round today in London. Joyce never looked confident or comfortable in th...2023
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• Joyce-Zhang Scorecard At Time Of Stoppage Branded ‘Disgraceful’

China’s Zhilei Zhang left nothing to chance last night against Joe Joyce in the UK – and that may have been just as well. The man known as ‘Big Bang’ travelled to London to challenge for Joyce’s WBO Interim title, and he did much more than provide the solid southpaw test that he was supposed […] The post Joyce-Zhang Scorecard At Time Of Stoppage Branded ‘D...2023
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• Joe Joyce Fires Back At Hearn Criticism: “Let Zhang Fight AJ And See What Happens”

Joe Joyce has responded to promoter Eddie Hearn’s comments following his loss to Zhilei Zhang. The 6′ 6″ heavyweight hosted Zhang in London for his WBO Interim title, entering the ring undefeated and favourite with the oddsmakers. It was clear from the first bell that things wouldn’t play out how many had predicted. Zhang’s southpaw […] The post Joe Joyce Fires Back At Hear...2023
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• David Morrell expects to face Callum Smith after last minute Zak Chelli fight on Wardley-Dubois card
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• Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Prediction and fight card for May 9 clash
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• BEN WHITTAKER REPLACES INJURED CALLUM SMITH AS THE NEW MAIN EVENT FOR LIVERPOOL FIGHT NIGHT ON APRIL 18 – LIVE ON DAZN
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• Callum Smith vs David Morrell fight off after injury suffered in Smith training camp
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• Lennox Lewis delivers honest verdict on Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: “He’s made some big steps”

Former undisputed champion has given his opinion on the upcoming all-British heavyweight world title clash between and , which is scheduled to take place in less than three months’ time. Upgraded to full world champion after claiming the WBO Interim strap with a shock win over Joseph Parker in October, Wardley has accepted a difficult […] The post Lennox Lewis delivers honest verdict on Fabi...2026
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• WBO President Gustavo Oliveiri: Interim Champ at Cruiserweight No Longer Necessary
Earlier today, Fightnews.com reported that the scheduled WBO Interim Cruiserweight title fight between Roman Fress and Tommy Punch The post WBO President Gustavo Oliveiri: Interim Champ at Cruiserweight No Longer Necessary appeared first on Fight News....2026
• Derek Chisora Delivers Verdict On Whether Fabio Wardley’s KO Of Joseph Parker Was Called Too Early

Veteran British heavyweight has weighed in on the controversial ending to ‘s shock victory over . Ipswich hero Wardley defied the odds once again at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday night when he stopped former world champion Parker, capturing the WBO interim heavyweight title in the process. Referee Howard Foster called a halt […]...2025
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• Tszyu vs Mendoza set for Oct. 15
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• Zhilei Zhang Knows Who He’s Targeting If He Beats Joe Joyce Again

Zhilei Zhang upset the odds to beat heavyweight contender Joe Joyce earlier this year, and now he has his sights set on another British fighter. China’s Zhang and Olympic silver medalist Joyce battled it out for the WBO interim heavyweight title at London’s Copper Box Arena in April of this year, despite the fact that […] The post Zhilei Zhang Knows Who He’s Targeting If He...2023
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• Joe Joyce Fires Back At Hearn Criticism: “Let Zhang Fight AJ And See What Happens”
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