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  • • Adalaev Dethrones Undefeated Adeyemi to Win WBA Asia Central Title – World Boxing Association
    Russia’s Idris Adalaev (12-4, 7 KOs) turned in a disciplined, tactical performance to claim the vacant WBA Central Asia super lightweight title, handing Nigeria’s Tunde Segun Adeyemi (12-1-1, 8 KOs) the first defeat of his professional career in the main event held in Moscow. From the outset, the 27-year-old Adalaev implemented a precise game plan …...2025
  • • Rosalez Captures WBA Fedelatin Southern Cone Title with Third-Round TKO in Argentina – World Boxing Association
    Santiago del Estero’s own Sergio Daniel Rosalez (10-5, 2 KOs) claimed his first regional championship in emphatic fashion on July 5, stopping hometown favorite Francisco Gopar (11-4-1, 1 KO) via third-round technical knockout to win the WBA Fedelatin Southern Cone super bantamweight title. The bout, held at the Pedro Ferré Gym in Corrientes, Argentina, was …...2025
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  • • Catterall Claims WBA International Strap with Technical Decision Over Eubank in Manchester – World Boxing Association
    In a high-stakes all-British clash, seasoned southpaw Jack Catterall captured the WBA International welterweight title with a technical decision victory over Harlem Eubank at the AO Arena in Manchester. The bout was halted in the sixth round following a clash of heads that left both fighters bloodied and prompted referee Bob Williams to consult the …...2025
  • • Newman II and Gil Score Knockout Wins to Capture NABA Titles in Shreveport
    It was a night of emphatic finishes at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino in Shreveport, Louisiana, as Kevin Newman II and Sergio Mauricio Gil delivered knockout victories to claim NABA-sanctioned titles under the World Boxing Association banner. In the evening’s main event, Las Vegas native Kevin Newman II (18-3-1, 11 KOs) stopped fellow American Malcolm … Continue reading "Newman II and Gil Sco...2025
  • Catterall Defeats Eubank by Technical Decision After Head Clash in Manchester, UK – Video Highlights
    • Catterall Defeats Eubank by Technical Decision After Head Clash in Manchester, UK – Video Highlights
    Catterall Defeats Eubank by Technical Decision After Head Clash By Robert Brizel, Head Real Combat Media Boxing Correspondent Manchester, UK (July 6th, 2025)– Jack Catterall is the new World Boxing Association International and International Boxing Federation Inter-Continental World Welterweight champion. On July 5, 2025, Catterall scored a controversial seventh-round technical decision win ...2025
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  • • Agrba and Neri Muñoz to Clash in WBA Title Eliminator in Ekaterinburg – World Boxing Association
    The stakes will be high this Saturday, July 5, at the DIVS Arena in Ekaterinburg, Russia, as a critical WBA super lightweight title eliminator takes center stage. Unbeaten Russian contender Khariton Agrba (15-0, 9 KOs) will square off against Argentina’s hard-hitting Rubén Neri Muñoz (17-2, 13 KOs) in a pivotal step toward a shot at …...2025

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  • • WBA suspends 2 judges over Murata, N'Dam decision
    TOKYO (AP) The World Boxing Association has suspended two judges after their scoring of the Hassan N'Dam and Ryota Murata WBA middleweight title fight last Saturday in Japan....2017

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  • • Batyrgaziev and Dickens set for WBA interim super featherweight showdown in Istanbul – World Boxing Association
    All eyes turn to Istanbul this Wednesday as unbeaten Russian standout Albert Batyrgaziev takes on England’s James “Jazza” Dickens for the WBA interim super featherweight world title. The bout headlines a high-stakes night of action at the luxurious Rixos Tersane Istanbul, where international talent and title dreams will collide. For Batyrgaziev (13-0, 8 KOs), this …...2025
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  • 2025
    "The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially called a purse bid for the heavyweight world title bout between reigning champion Kubrat Pulev and mandatory challenger Michael Hunter."

  • 2024
    "The World Boxing Association has granted WBA super featherweight champion Lamont Roach permission to move ."

  • 2023
    "WBA junior lightweight titleholder Hector Garcia has been notified he must face mandatory challenger Lamont Roach by May 20, the World Boxing Association (WBA) announced Monday."

  • 2021
    "Review the matches from the undercard at the World Boxing Association Super Lightweight Title Fight American Gervonda Davis This became."

  • 2017
    "TOKYO (AP) The World Boxing Association has suspended two judges after their scoring of the Hassan N'Dam and Ryota Murata WBA middleweight title fight last Saturday in Japan."

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  • • Eric Priest Outpoints Luis Arias, Retains WBA Continental North America Middleweight Title – World Boxing Association
    Eric Priest continues carving out his place in the middleweight landscape, and on Saturday night at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, the rising prospect showed why he’s a name worth remembering. The undefeated Priest (15-0, 8 KOs) put on a composed and technically sound performance, earning a unanimous decision victory over seasoned veteran Luis Arias (22-4-1, …...2025
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  • • 12 important moments of 2024 – World Boxing Association
    The year 2024 was very important for boxing and was full of great moments. Going into 2025, another calendar that is promising, it is worth remembering 12 of the transcendental events for the sport and for the World Boxing Association (WBA).  Undisputed Usyk: on March 18, Oleksandr Usyk stepped into the ring in Riyadh to …The post 12 important moments of 2024 – World Boxing Association appea...2025
  • • 12 important moments of 2024
    The year 2024 was very important for boxing and was full of great moments. Going into 2025, another calendar that is promising, it is worth remembering 12 of the transcendental events for the sport and for the World Boxing Association (WBA).  Undisputed Usyk: on March 18, Oleksandr Usyk stepped into the ring in Riyadh to … Continue reading "12 important moments of 2024"...2025
  • WBA orders Usyk-Dubois negotiations, sets deadline for May 2
    • WBA orders Usyk-Dubois negotiations, sets deadline for May 2
    Looks like the Usyk-Fury mega-bout has just encountered another roadblock. In a statement issued today, the World Boxing Association (WBA) said that its Championships Committee has “ordered negotiations for the world title fight between Super Heavyweight Champion Oleksaandr Usyk and Champion Daniel Dubois. “The official communication was sent to the parties on Monday,” said the [...2023
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  • • Peter McGrail Outpoints Ionut Baluta to Claim WBA International Title – World Boxing Association
    It was a tense night at Resorts World Arena in Birmingham, as British southpaw Peter McGrail edged out Romania’s Ionut Baluta via majority decision to capture the WBA International super bantamweight title. McGrail (12-1, 6 KOs) had to dig deep against an awkward and relentless opponent who stepped in on just three weeks’ notice following …...2025
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  • • Eric Priest Outpoints Luis Arias, Retains WBA Continental North America Middleweight Title – World Boxing Association
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  • • Bektemir Melikuziev Outpoints Darius Fulghum in WBA Title Eliminator – World Boxing Association
    Bektemir “Bully” Melikuziev took a major step forward in his quest for a world title, earning a hard-fought unanimous decision win over the previously unbeaten Darius Fulghum in a WBA super middleweight title eliminator Saturday night at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. From the opening bell, the Uzbek southpaw made his intentions clear …...2025
  • • Reséndiz Stuns Caleb Plant, Captures WBA Interim Super Middleweight Title – World Boxing Association
    In a night packed with drama at Las Vegas’ Michelob Ultra Arena, Mexico’s José Armando “Toro” Reséndiz pulled off one of the year’s biggest upsets, outpointing former world champion Caleb Plant to claim the WBA interim super middleweight title. Reséndiz earned a hard-fought split decision with scores of 116-112, 113-115, and 116-112 — a verdict …...2025
  • • Hughes Outpoints Sharp to Capture WBA Continental Crown – World Boxing Association
    Veteran southpaw Maxi Hughes turned back the challenge of Archie Sharp with a composed, clinical performance at the Keepmoat Stadium in Doncaster, earning a unanimous decision and walking away with the WBA Continental lightweight title. From the opening bell, Hughes made his intentions clear—cutting off the ring, applying steady pressure, and nullifying Sharp’s movement. While …...2025
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  • • WBA Names Tsutsumi Champion in Recess; Vargas Elevated to World Champion – World Boxing Association
    In a recent ruling, the World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee has officially designated Japan’s Seiya Tsutsumi as “Champion in Recess” following a thorough review of his documented medical condition. As a result, interim titleholder Antonio Vargas has been elevated to full WBA world bantamweight champion. Tsutsumi has been sidelined and unable to train or …...2025
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  • • WBA Names Tsutsumi Champion in Recess; Vargas Elevated to World Champion
    In a recent ruling, the World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee has officially designated Japan’s Seiya Tsutsumi as “Champion in Recess” following a thorough review of his documented medical condition. As a result, interim titleholder Antonio Vargas has been elevated to full WBA world bantamweight champion. Tsutsumi has been sidelined and unable to train or … Continue reading "...2025
  • • Bouvier Outpoints Sánchez to Claim WBA Gold Bantamweight Title – World Boxing Association
    In front of a lively hometown crowd at the Frontón of the Municipal Campus in Maldonado, Uruguay, Gabriela Bouvier etched her name into the history books on Sunday night, capturing the WBA Gold bantamweight title with a hard-fought decision win over Venezuela’s Bestalia Sánchez. The bout was a ten-round battle marked by momentum shifts and …...2025
  • • Linn Sandstrom Captures WBA Gold Title in Sydney – World Boxing Association
    In a night to remember at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion, Linn Sandstrom delivered a dominant performance to claim the WBA Gold super flyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Venezuela’s Yoselin Fernández. The Australian fighter of Swedish descent showcased her technical brilliance and durability, earning the judges’ nod with scores of 99-91, 100-90, and 98-92. …...2025
  • • A Welterweight War in the Making – World Boxing Association
    The welterweight division has long been a breeding ground for some of boxing’s greatest battles. From legendary showdowns of the past to modern classics, 147-pound action rarely disappoints. On April 12 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, fight fans are in for another thrilling encounter as Eimantas Stanionis and Jaron “Boots” Ennis square off in a …The post A Welterweight War in the Making – Worl...2025

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  • • An Immortal Middleweight – World Boxing Association
    A couple of years ago, in a summary about the history of the middleweight division, we mentioned one of the brightest names in the category: Stanley Ketchel. He lived a stormy and tragic life that ended in murder — shot dead by a jealous husband at just 24 years old. This coming October 15 marks …...2025
  • • Joana Chavarría and Julissa Guzmán Set to Battle for the WBA Featherweight World Title – World Boxing Association
    Get ready for fireworks in Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, as Mexico’s own Joana “Medusa” Chavarría and Julissa Alejandra Guzmán go head-to-head for the WBA featherweight world championship on June 27. Chavarría (7-5-1, 2 KOs), from Tecámac in the State of Mexico, enters the bout riding a wave of momentum. Last September, she shocked the boxing world …...2025
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  • • Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Honors Shakira and Her Father with WBA Tribute – World Boxing Association
    World Boxing Association (WBA) President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza paid tribute to international superstar Shakira and her father, William Mebarak, recognizing both a stellar music career and the unwavering support of a devoted parent. A passionate admirer of powerful life stories, Mendoza highlighted the pivotal role Mebarak played in his daughter’s rise to global stardom, standing …...2025
  • • Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Honors Shakira and Her Father with WBA Tribute
    World Boxing Association (WBA) President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza paid tribute to international superstar Shakira and her father, William Mebarak, recognizing both a stellar music career and the unwavering support of a devoted parent. A passionate admirer of powerful life stories, Mendoza highlighted the pivotal role Mebarak played in his daughter’s rise to global stardom, standing … Continue ...2025
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  • • Armando “Toro” Reséndiz Welcomed as a Hometown Hero in Guayabitos – World Boxing Association
    Fresh off the biggest win of his career, newly crowned WBA interim super middleweight champion Armando “Toro” Reséndiz returned to his hometown of Guayabitos, Nayarit, to a hero’s welcome following his stunning victory over Caleb Plant. It was a full-blown celebration in Guayabitos. From the early hours, family, friends, and hundreds of fans packed the …...2025
  • • WBA Champion Jasmine Artiga Honored by the City of Tampa – World Boxing Association
    In a proud moment for the local fight scene, World Boxing Association (WBA) super flyweight champion Jasmine Artiga was honored with a special proclamation by Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the sport of boxing and her lasting impact on the community. A Tampa native, Artiga has steadily risen through the ranks …...2025
  • • WBA Champion Jasmine Artiga Honored by the City of Tampa
    In a proud moment for the local fight scene, World Boxing Association (WBA) super flyweight champion Jasmine Artiga was honored with a special proclamation by Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the sport of boxing and her lasting impact on the community. A Tampa native, Artiga has steadily risen through the ranks … Continue reading "WBA Champion Jasmine Art...2025
  • • Farewell to an Italian Boxing Legend – World Boxing Association
    “Farewell to Nino Benvenuti, an extraordinary champion and a symbol of a proud, courageous Italy that knows how to rise again. My heartfelt thoughts go out to his family and to all who loved him. Thank you, Nino, for your battles in the ring and for standing up for what’s right. Italy will never forget …...2025
  • • Ilyas Can Kali and Eduardo Rodríguez Set to Clash for WBA Continental Europe Title – World Boxing Association
    This Saturday, May 17, rising welterweight prospects Ilyas Can Kali of Germany and Argentina’s Eduardo Leonel Rodríguez will square off in Bielefeld, Germany, with the WBA Continental Europe title on the line. The bout, set to take place at the Stadthalle, is a pivotal moment for both fighters looking to climb the ranks and make …...2025
  • • Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Applauds the Return of Pro Boxing to Cuba – World Boxing Association
    After 64 long years, professional boxing has made its long-awaited return to Cuban soil—and the significance of this moment isn’t lost on the global fight community. Gilberto Jesús Mendoza, President of the World Boxing Association (WBA), has praised the historic event and expressed his deep excitement and support in a letter addressed to the Cuban …...2025

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  • Hector Garcia ordered to face mandatory challenger Lamont Roach by May 20
    • Hector Garcia ordered to face mandatory challenger Lamont Roach by May 20
    WBA junior lightweight titleholder Hector Garcia has been notified he must face mandatory challenger Lamont Roach by May 20, the World Boxing Association (WBA) announced Monday. The WBA instructed both sides to finalize a fight that would pit two fighters rated in The Ring’s top 10, where Garcia and Roach are rated No. 2 and […] The post Hector Garcia ordered to face mandatory challeng...2023
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  • • WBA orders Usyk-Dubois negotiations, sets deadline for May 2
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  • WBA Call Final Eliminator Between Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez
    • WBA Call Final Eliminator Between Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez
    The World Boxing Association has officially declared that their number 1 ranked light heavyweight Joshua Buatsi must face off with their number 2 ranked light heavyweight ‘Super’ Dan Azeez in a final eliminator. The pair of British pugilists have had their respective ranks since November 2022 and Boxing Scene are reporting the two will meet […] The post WBA Call Final Eliminator ...2023
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  • • Gervonta Davis to Defend Against Lamont Roach on December 14th
    The World Boxing Association has granted WBA super featherweight champion Lamont Roach permission to move ... read more Gervonta Davis to Defend Against Lamont Roach on December 14th @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • • The Cursed History of the WBA ‘Regular’ Heavyweight Title
    World Boxing News outlines the WBA heavyweight title split in 2011 and the belt’s cursed past over thirteen controversy-laden years. It’s no secret that WBN has closely followed the situation regarding the World Boxing Association’s heavyweight division over the years. For the most part, confusion has reigned supreme. In 2023, the scenario sunk to a…  The post The Curs...2024
  • Gervonta Davis next opponent officially confirmed
    • Gervonta Davis next opponent officially confirmed
    In recent months it has emerged that Gevonta ‘Tank’ Davis would be making a second appearance of the year during December but now the man in the opposing corner has been officially confirmed. “The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championships Committee has granted special permission to super featherweight world champion Lamont Roach Jr. to move up […] The post Gervonta Davis...2024
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  • Matchroom lands Murodjon Akhmadaliev-Kevin Gonzalez 122-pound elimination bout
    • Matchroom lands Murodjon Akhmadaliev-Kevin Gonzalez 122-pound elimination bout
    Matchroom Boxing has won the rights to promote the world junior featherweight title elimination bout between Murodjon Akhmadaliev and Kevin Gonzalez, the World Boxing Association announced Monday afternoon. Matchroom Boxing was the only promotional company to submit a bid, which was for $120,000. Akhmadaliev and Gonzalez are ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, by the […] The post Matchroom lan...2023
  • • WBA Orders Purse Bid for Pulev vs. Hunter Heavyweight Title Clash
    The World Boxing Association (WBA) has officially called a purse bid for the heavyweight world title bout between reigning champion Kubrat Pulev and mandatory challenger Michael Hunter. The purse bid is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, in Houston, Texas, and will be conducted by WBA Championships Committee Vice-Chairman Julio Thyme. After granting both camps a … Continue reading "WBA Orders Pu...2025
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  • • Panama Comes Alive with Another Edition of WBA Future – World Boxing Association
    The Atheyna Bylon Gym, located along Panama City’s scenic Cinta Costera, was once again buzzing with gloves, youthful energy, and sky-high dreams as the WBA Future development program returned for another action-packed edition. Kids, teens, and young fighters from across the country laced up and stepped into the ring for matchups drawn just hours before …...2025
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  • • WBA Future of Colombian Boxing Returns June 7 with Action-Packed Card in Barranquilla – World Boxing Association
    The WBA Future program is back with another exciting night of boxing scheduled for Saturday, June 7, in Barranquilla, Colombia. The event will feature nine professional bouts and an amateur showdown between regional teams from Atlántico and Magdalena. The action will unfold at Cuadrilátero Élite Gym and will be streamed live on the World Boxing …...2025
  • • WBA Orders Purse Bid for Pulev vs. Hunter Heavyweight Title Clash – World Boxing Association
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  • • A Battle of Diverging Ambitions – World Boxing Association
    The stage is set for May 3rd in Saudi Arabia, where Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez will defend his unified super middleweight titles against Cuba’s William Scull in a matchup that’s already commanding global attention. But this isn’t just a title defense—it’s a collision of styles, mindsets, and boxing cultures from opposite ends of the spectrum. Canelo …...2025
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  • • Ryan Garcia and “Rollie” Romero Set to Clash for WBA Welterweight Title – World Boxing Association
    The World Boxing Association (WBA), through its Championship Committee, has greenlit a high-stakes welterweight title fight between Ryan Garcia and Rolando “Rollie” Romero, scheduled to take place on May 2 in New York City. In a resolution issued Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the WBA Committee also named Jaron “Boots” Ennis as the organization’s Super Champion …...2025
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  • • Ryan Garcia and “Rollie” Romero Set to Clash for WBA Welterweight Title
    The World Boxing Association (WBA), through its Championship Committee, has greenlit a high-stakes welterweight title fight between Ryan Garcia and Rolando “Rollie” Romero, scheduled to take place on May 2 in New York City. In a resolution issued Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the WBA Committee also named Jaron “Boots” Ennis as the organization’s Super Champion … Continue reading "Ryan Garcia and ...2025
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  • • Heavyweight Division – World Boxing Association
    The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee shook up the heavyweight division on Friday with an official resolution that sets the stage for high-stakes matchups at the top of the ladder. Veteran contender Kubrat Pulev will defend his WBA heavyweight title against Michael Hunter, while rising British star Fabio Wardley is set to collide with …...2025
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  • • WBA Resolution: Heavyweight Division
    The World Boxing Association (WBA) Championship Committee shook up the heavyweight division on Friday with an official resolution that sets the stage for high-stakes matchups at the top of the ladder. Veteran contender Kubrat Pulev will defend his WBA heavyweight title against Michael Hunter, while rising British star Fabio Wardley is set to collide with … Continue reading "WBA Resolution: H...2025
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  • • WBA Hosts New Training Course for Judges and Referees – World Boxing Association
    This past Saturday, the World Boxing Association (WBA) reaffirmed its commitment to the education and development of boxing officials worldwide by hosting a virtual training course for representatives from El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Argentina. A total of 65 officials took part in the event, gaining valuable knowledge and honing their skills under the guidance …...2025
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  • • Panama Comes Alive with Another Edition of WBA Future – World Boxing Association
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  • • THE HIGH-STAKES REMATCH – World Boxing Association
    The boxing world is buzzing with anticipation as two of the sport’s elite light heavyweights, Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, prepare to square off in their highly awaited rematch this Saturday, February 22, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—a city quickly establishing itself as the new epicenter of big-time prizefighting. Beterbiev, the reigning …...2025

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