The highly anticipated super middleweight clash between Edgar Berlanga and Padraig McCrory took place in Orlando, Florida over the weekend. With Berlanga boasting an impressive record of 21-0, the stage was set for an intense battle against the undefeated McCrory, who stood at 18-0. While McCrory was considered the underdog at 35 years old, he
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The news of the highly anticipated Devin Haney-Ryan Garcia pay-per-view fight taking place in New York instead of Las Vegas came as a shock to many. The Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn was chosen to host the event on April 20th, much to the delight of east coast fans who rarely get to experience such high-profile
The unfolding events surrounding the detention of 33-year-old Ksenia Karelina in Russia have left many shocked and concerned. Initially traveling to the country to visit her grandmother and other family members, Karelina found herself detained by Russian authorities on suspicion of supporting the Ukrainian military. Van Heerden, the former IBO welterweight titlist and Karelina’s boyfriend,
The former IBO welterweight Champion, Chris Van Heerden, took to social media to share the distressing news that his girlfriend has been detained by Russian authorities. This revelation must have come as a shock to his followers and fans, as it is not every day that such personal and troubling news is made public in
The rematch between Scotland’s Josh Taylor and England’s Jack Catterall is highly anticipated after their controversial encounter in 2022. Taylor was awarded a unanimous decision win, but his subsequent loss to Teofimo Lopez in 2023 raised doubts about his abilities as a divisional kingpin. Now, at the age of 33, Taylor is eager to prove
When Maurio Sulaiman, the head of the World Boxing Council, suggested having five or six officials scoring the Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk fight on May 18th, he highlighted the importance of ensuring fairness in judging. With boxing judges often making controversial decisions, having extra officials could potentially reduce the likelihood of an incorrect score
Keith Thurman burst onto the boxing scene over a decade ago with a devastating victory over Jesus Soto Karass. His power and effectiveness in the ring left fans and experts alike in awe, wondering just how far this young fighter could go in his career. Over the years, Thurman has achieved significant victories, defeating big
The highly anticipated WBC junior lightweight title fight took place on Friday night at Madison Square Garden, with 21-2 O’Shaquie Foster defending his title against the 23-1 Abraham Nova. Both fighters had impressive records coming into the bout, with Foster winning his previous fight by a 12th round TKO and Nova knocking out his opponent
In a highly anticipated showdown, junior welterweight Joseph Diaz faced off against Jesus Perez in a ten-round match at the Commerce Casino in Commerce, California. Diaz, with a record of 33-4-1, desperately needed a win after losing three of his last four fights. On the other hand, Perez, with a record of 24-5, was also
At just 33 years old, Jermall Charlo has already cemented himself as a prominent figure in the world of boxing. While he may not have engaged in a superfight yet, his personal journey has become as captivating as his victories in the ring. Holding onto the WBC middleweight title for several years, Charlo has managed
Just weeks after publicly declaring his retirement from boxing, 26-year-old Shakur Stevenson has taken to social media to announce his comeback. Stevenson initially stated that he was leaving the sport to focus on honing his skills and supporting the next generation of fighters. However, he seems to have had a change of heart. In a
Boxing fans of a certain age will likely remember a time when boxing could be found being broadcast on weekend afternoons courtesy of major American networks. CBS, NBC, and ABC, through it’s Wide World of Sports programming, turned fighters like Marvelous Marvin Hagler and Mike Tyson from relatively obscure entities to high-level attractions. Thanks to
ESPN recently released news regarding a highly anticipated match between junior welterweight champion Devin Haney and the charismatic Ryan Garcia. This bout, scheduled for April 20th in Las Vegas, offers Haney the chance to defeat one of boxing’s most popular attractions, while Garcia could potentially claim his first world championship title. Although there are no
Teofimo Lopez, the reigning WBO junior middleweight title holder, made his way to the ring with a flamboyant entrance that captured the attention of the audience. Dressed as a ring master, he embraced the theatrics of the occasion. Little did he know that his fight against Jamaine Ortiz would turn out to be a defining
Teofimo Lopez is a fascinating character in the world of boxing. Known for his explosive power and fearless attitude, he captured the attention of fans and critics alike when he defeated pound for pound star Vasyl Lomachenko in 2019. However, since that remarkable victory, Lopez’s career has taken a rather unexpected turn. While fighters like
Former world titlist, Tim Bradley, recently made a statement that may send shockwaves through the boxing community. He boldly claimed that this could be the beginning of the end for the dominant heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury. Such a statement carries weight considering Fury’s unbeaten record and his status as one of the most dominant fighters
The 2024 Ring Masters Championships: Road to the Garden is set to become one of New York’s most historic and exhilarating amateur boxing tournaments. This premier event, which debuted in 2018, has grown exponentially over the years, and 2024 marks its largest edition yet. With a total of 17 sanctioned events spanning from February to
The stage is set for an electrifying clash in the light heavyweight division as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol gear up to face each other on June 1st in Saudi Arabia. This long-awaited bout between two formidable champions promises to deliver a spectacle that fans have been eagerly anticipating. With contrasting styles and impressive records,