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• A Clash of Styles for the NABA Gold Strap – World Boxing Association
On June 21, boxing returns with a vengeance to Johnstown, Pennsylvania, as the “Rumble by the River” lights up the town. In the main event, hometown favorite Tre’Sean “Trigger” Wiggins will square off against the battle-tested Dakota Linger for the WBA NABA Gold welterweight title. Wiggins (16-5-3, 9 KOs), a slick southpaw known for his …...2025
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• Panama Gears Up for Another Exciting Edition of WBA Future – World Boxing Association
The Atheyna Bylon Gym in Curundú, Panama City, is getting ready to echo once again with the sounds of gloves hitting mitts, the cheers of proud families, and the ambitions of a new generation of boxers. This weekend, the Panamanian capital will play host to another edition of WBA Future, the World Boxing Association’s grassroots …...2025Read about Panama City
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• WBA Gold Title Still Up for Grabs – World Boxing Association
Ten rounds. Two styles. No winner. That was the story in Novara, Italy, as Martina Bernile and South Korea’s Hye Soo Park fought to a draw in their bout for the vacant WBA Gold flyweight title. And so, the belt remains without a champion—for now. From the opening bell, it was a tightly contested affair. …...2025See more South Korea
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• Cristina Navarro Scores 58-Second Knockout to Claim WBA Ibero-American Title – World Boxing Association
There was no feeling-out process. No time for doubts, adjustments, or negotiations. Cristina “La Piccolina” Navarro stepped into the ring at the Pabellón Siglo XXI in Zaragoza with one thing on her mind: get it done—and fast. And fast it was. Just 58 seconds into the opening round, the hometown fighter landed four pinpoint punches …...2025
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• Nonito Donaire is the new WBA Interim Champion – World Boxing Association
It was a night of high drama and unexpected turns as the KO to Drugs Festival came to a close inside Casino Buenos Aires, wrapping up the WBA Fedelatin Convention in style. In the main event, Filipino boxing legend Nonito Donaire captured the WBA Interim Bantamweight World Title with a unanimous technical decision over Chile’s …...2025Continue with Nonito Donaire headline news
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• WBA Fedelatin Convention Kicks Off in Buenos Aires with Seminar – World Boxing Association
The WBA Fedelatin Convention roared to life in Buenos Aires, setting the tone for a pivotal week in Latin American boxing. Day one was packed with action outside the ring, featuring a high-level seminar for officials and the official weigh-ins for the opening night of the WBA’s “KO to Drugs” Festival. The seminar, led by …...2025See more articles WBA Fedelatin
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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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"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, …...2025See more articles Eric Priest salary
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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...2025See more articles Oleksandr Usyk salary rumors
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• 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"...2025Continue with Oleksandr Usyk contract
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• WBA orders Usyk-Dubois negotiations, sets deadline for May 2Looks 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 [...2023See also Usyk Fury trade rumors
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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 …...2025Read about Bektemir Melikuziev statistics
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• 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
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• 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 …...2025Continue with Maxi Hughes scores
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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 …...2025See more Seiya Tsutsumi
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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 "...2025Check it out Seiya Tsutsumi
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• 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
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• 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. …...2025Visit the page Hordern Pavilion stats
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• 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...2025Read about Eimantas Stanionis scores
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• Boxrec drops WBA title recognition as WBN considers similar
BoxRec, the boxing statistics website, has dropped the World Boxing Association from its record-keeping over plans to back a rival. The WBA partnered with Fight Fax, an old statistics website that disbanded but has re-emerged. Upon the WBA’s planned announcement at the Asia Convention, which kicked off recently, BoxRec removed all traces of the WBA… Boxrec drops WBA title recognit...2024
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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
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• 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
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• 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
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• 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
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• 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 …...2025Check it out WBA Continental
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• 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 …...2025Check it out Gilberto Jesús Mendoza
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• Gilberto Jesús Mendoza Applauds the Return of Pro Boxing to Cuba
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 … Continue reading "Gilberto Jesús Mendoza ...2025Read about Gilberto Jesús Mendoza
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• A Historic Night in Varadero – World Boxing Association
After more than six decades in the shadows, professional boxing is set to make its long-awaited return to Cuba—and it’s doing so in grand fashion. On Friday, April 11, the iconic Meliá Internacional Hotel in Varadero will host a momentous event destined to reshape the island’s sporting landscape. For the first time in 64 years, …...2025
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• Bouvier Outpoints Sánchez to Claim WBA Gold Bantamweight Title – World Boxing Association
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• Samuel Nmomah and Alex De La Rosa Shine in Italy, Capturing WBA Mediterranean Titles – World Boxing Association
In an electrifying night in Novara, Italy, Nigerian standout Samuel Nmomah and Spanish prospect Alex De La Rosa clinched the WBA Mediterranean titles in the middleweight and super featherweight divisions, respectively. Undefeated Nigerian Samuel Nmomah (21-0, 5 KOs) faced the experienced Abdul Khattab in a grueling middleweight title clash. Nmomah showcased his technical prowess and …...2025Check it out WBA Mediterranean
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• Hector Garcia ordered to face mandatory challenger Lamont Roach by May 20WBA 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...2023Click for news about Hector Garcia -
• WBA orders Usyk-Dubois negotiations, sets deadline for May 2
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• WBA Call Final Eliminator Between Joshua Buatsi and Dan AzeezThe 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 ...2023See more articles Joshua Buatsi -
• 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...2024Continue with Gervonta Davis
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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
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• Gervonta Davis next opponent officially confirmedIn 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...2024Continue with Gervonta Davis -
• Matchroom lands Murodjon Akhmadaliev-Kevin Gonzalez 122-pound elimination boutMatchroom 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...2023See also Murodjon Akhmadaliev -
• 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...2025See more Purse Bid
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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
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• 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 …...2025See more William Scull
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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 …...2025See more Ryan Garcia
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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 ...2025See also Ryan Garcia
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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 …...2025Click for news about Kubrat Pulev
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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...2025Click for news about Kubrat Pulev
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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 …...2025See more El Salvador
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• WBA Hosts New Training Course for Judges and Referees
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 … Continue reading ...2025Visit the page El Salvador
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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 …...2025See also Artur Beterbiev rumors
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