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Diego Pacheco looking through Maciej Sulecki toward world title shot

Patience is a big part of boxing inside and outside the ring. Undefeated super middleweight star Diego Pacheco returns to action for a showdown with former world title challenger Maciej Sulecki as he awaits his own shot at glory.

Tom Gray

Why did Floyd Mayweather fire a referee mid-fight?

The Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III rematch was sold on controversy and there was more of it when they got in the ring. The Sporting News looks at the latest piece of drama between the legendary ex-champ and the grandson of a former mafia boss.

Tom Gray

Results from the entire Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 fight card

The Sporting News provided results from the entire Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 fight card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Results, highlights from Mayweather vs. Gotti 2: Mayweather and Gotti go the distance

The Sporting News will provide results, highlights, and analysis from Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 and the entire fight card.

Daniel Yanofsky

What happened during the first Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III fight?

Controversy creates cash, and Floyd Mayweather looks to take advantage of an exhibition fight that got some buzz due to its post-fight chaos. Here's a breakdown of what happened at the first Mayweather vs. Gotti fight.

Daniel Yanofsky

Breaking down the entire Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 undercard

A former champion comes out of retirement on the Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 undercard while local fighters look to showcase their skills in Mexico City. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Zerafa fires shots at Tszyu, Mazoudier ahead of 'intense' fight week

Michael Zerafa is heading into fight week with guns blazing as he looks to return to the winners’ circle when he faces Tommy Browne in Sydney next Wednesday.

Tom Naghten

Aussie pair lock in title defences on blockbuster Saudi card

Two Australian world champions will feature on a blockbuster boxing card set for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with Jai Opetaia and Skye Nicolson both set to defend their titles.

Tom Naghten

Who is John Gotti III? Mayweather opponent's grandad has chequered past

Carrying a notorious surname, John Gotti III has a chance to beat Floyd Mayweather in a rematch following their controversial first fight. Here's all you need to know about John and his grandfather, the infamous John Gotti.

Daniel Yanofsky

Why is Floyd Mayweather fighting again?

The great Floyd Mayweather faced the best in boxing for many years and set pay-per-view records. However, this weekend, at the age of 47, he takes on the grandson of a notorious mob boss.

Tom Gray

How much money has Floyd Mayweather made in his career?

The Sporting News takes a look at the successful career of Floyd Mayweather and the amount of money he made during it.

Daniel Yanofsky

Derevyanchenko fights on with one hand: When boxers refuse to give up

The 38-year-old Sergiy Derevyanchenko suffered his sixth loss in 21 fights when he succumbed to a decision defeat at the hands of hard-hitting Christian Mbilli on Saturday. However, the Ukrainian warrior picked up a lot of fans due to his bravery.

Tom Gray

Can Devin Haney make a successful comeback?

Devin Haney is already a two-weight world champion and a pound-for-pound entrant, but there are still dragons left to slay. The Sporting News predicts the next move for the former lightweight and super lightweight king.

Tom Gray

Who is on the Christian Mbilli vs. Sergiy Derevyanchenko undercard?

Formidable heavyweights clash in a rematch from their amateur days and several fighters look to move up in their rankings on the Mbilli vs. Derevyanchenko undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Angelo Leo upsets Venado Lopez, wins IBF championship

Angelo Leo announced himself at the elite level with a Knockout of the Year contender over Venado Lopez. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event from Albuquerque.

Tom Gray

Vergil Ortiz Jr. wins Fight of the Year contender against Serhii Bohachuk

It was bombs away in Las Vegas as Vergil Ortiz Jr. survived two knockdowns to outscore gutsy Ukrainian star Serhii Bohachuk, The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

Results and scoring for Olympic boxing at Paris 2024

Boxing has been a mainstay at the Olympic Games since the early 20th century and its popularity has hardly diminished. The Sporting News provides results and scoring from all weight divisions at Paris 2024.

Tom Gray

Did Imane Khelif win gold for Algeria?

Despite incredible distractions, Imane Khelif has advanced to the final of the welterweight tournament at Paris 2024. Did the Algerian boxer fulfil her dreams at Roland Garros Stadium?

Tom Gray

Imane Khelif takes Olympic gold for Algeria

Algeria's Imane Khelif defeats China's Yang Liu at Roland Garros Stadium and fulfils her dream of becoming Olympic champion. The Sporting News provided updates and round-by-round coverage.

Tom Gray

Explaining boxer Imane Khelif's condition and the XY chromosome at center of controversy

Here are the facts behind Imane Khelif's condition among the controversy taking over Olympic boxing in Paris.

Bryan Murphy

Will Jake Paul compete in the Olympics in 2028?

Jake Paul has set a new goal for himself - Olympic gold for Team USA. The Sporting News takes a look at how realistic a target this is for the controversial YouTuber.

Daniel Yanofsky

Why was the IBA banished by the IOC from Olympic boxing governance?

The IOC worked in tandem with the IBA (formerly known as AIBA) in amateur boxing for decades, but the relationship between the organisations broke down spectacularly. The Sporting News looks into the reasons why this happened.

Tom Gray

Will boxing be part of the Los Angeles 2028 boxing program?

Boxing has been a mainstay at the Olympic Games for over a century, but the sport's future is in doubt as plans get underway for Los Angeles 2028.

Tom Gray

Full schedule and results for Australian boxing team

Every result and the full schedule for Australia's 12-person boxing team at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Tom Naghten

Jilted Tszyu's 'bad feeling' over Murtazaliev bout

A cautious Tim Tszyu isn’t counting his chickens before they hatch when it comes to his potential IBF super welterweight world title bout with Bakhram Murtazaliev.

Tom Naghten

Why Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Alberto Lopez has Fight of the Year potential

If Luis Alberto Lopez can defeat Angelo Leo, then he could be in line for the super fight of a lifetime. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into a potential matchup between Lopez and the great Naoya Inoue.

Tom Gray

Breaking down the entire Luis Alberto Lopez vs. Angelo Leo undercard

On the Luis Alberto Lopez vs. Angelo Leo undercard, rising contenders are ready to make a dent in the rankings while young prospects are looking to impress. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz undercard?

On the Serhii Bohachuk vs. Vergil Ortiz undercard, there will be a women's world title fight and a top contender is looking to prove he’s ready to fight for gold. Here's a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Tszyu promoter names likely location for Murtazaliev fight

Tim Tszyu’s team are expecting his IBF super welterweight title challenge to land in the US after the IBF ordered the Australian to face champion Bakhram Murtazaliev.

Tom Naghten

Imane Khelif dominates Janjaem Suwannapheng, will fight for gold

Algeria's Imane Khelif continues her journey to Olympic glory by dominating Thailand's Janjaem Suwannapheng in the welterweight semifinal. The Sporting News covered all the action from Roland Garros live.

Tom Gray

IBF orders Tszyu to face Murtazaliev

Tim Tszyu looks set for another blockbuster fight with the Australian star ordered to take on undefeated IBF super welterweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev.

Kieran Francis

Boxers who went from Olympic gold to professional gold

As we count down the hours to the Olympic boxing finals at Paris 2024, fight fans will be hoping to catch an early glimpse of the sport's next all-time great. This has become something of a tradition, with a gold medal signaling the beginnings of an epic fistic rise.

Tom Gray

IBA fires back at IOC over Imane Khalif gender eligibility controversy

The Imane Khelif controversy continues to be a headline story from the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Bryan Murphy

Senior guaranteed a medal in Paris

Everything you need to know about Charlie Senior, the Australian featherweight boxer who is assured of a medal at Paris 2024.

Tom Naghten

Parker guaranteed a medal in Paris

Everything you need to know about Australia's first female Olympic medal winner in boxing, Caitlin Parker.

Tom Naghten

Crawford outpoints Madrimov, still wants Canelo

Terence Crawford is now a four-weight world champion, but he was tested by a skilful and gallant champion. The Sporting News provided live coverage and round-by-round scoring on the main event from Los Angeles.

Tom Gray

Terence Crawford claims WBA super welterweight title

Terence Crawford wanted to prove definitively that he was the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world, but he was given a stern test by Israil Madrimov in LA.

Tom Gray

Jose Valenzuela upsets Isaac Cruz on points

Jose Valenzuela put on the performance of a lifetime to upset Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz and claim the WBA super lightweight title. The Sporting News provided a report on the co-feature to Crawford vs. Madrimov.

Tom Gray

Imane Khelif defeats Anna Luca Hamori by unanimous decision

Welterweight boxer Imane Khelif advances to the semifinals at Paris 2024 following a dominant points win over Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori.

Tom Gray

Angela Carini vs. Imane Khelif full fight video

Imane Khelif is facing backlash for participating in the women's boxing tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Brendan OSullivan

Why is boxing taking place at Roland-Garros?

Roland-Garros is synonymous with some of the greatest tennis stars of all time. But at the Paris Olympics, boxing's next generation will take centre stage at the clay court Mecca.

Dom Farrell

Lin Yu-ting advances to featherweight quarterfinal

Lin Yu-ting, like Imane Khelif, failed a gender eligibility test at last year's boxing world championships. The Chinese Taipei representative is now through to the quarterfinal stages of the featherweight tournament at Paris 2024.

Tom Gray

Angela Carini 'wants to apologize' after snubbing Imane Khelif of handshake

Angela Carini is hoping to clear the air amidst the Imane Khelif boxing controversy.

Bryan Murphy

Why Terence Crawford isn't boxing's P4P No. 1

Terence Crawford is back in action for the first time since masterfully dethroning Errol Spence 12 months ago. In the interim period, Oleksandr Usyk and Naoya Inoue have stolen a march at the top of the P4P rankings.

Dom Farrell

Why is Crawford-Madrimov LA fight part of Riyadh Season

Looking to expand its influence, here's a breakdown why the General Entertainment Aurthority of Saudi Arabia is taking Riyadh Season on the road.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is the next opponent for pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford?

Three-weight world champ Terence Crawford has a dangerous assignment ahead of him. However, assuming the pound-for-pound supremo comes through, who's next on his hit list?

Tom Gray

Who is on the Crawford vs. Madrimov undercard?

On the Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov undercard, several titles are on the line, a controversial fighter returns to the ring, and a rising star is ready to impress before a massive audience. Here's a breakdown of all the action on the Crawford vs. Madrimov card.

Daniel Yanofsky

What you need to know about Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov

A stacked fight card is headlined by Terence Crawford looking to win gold in another division. Here's all you need to know about his fight against Israil Madrimov.

Daniel Yanofsky

Olympic boxing weight classes explained

There are 13 gold medals up for grabs in boxing at the Paris Olympics and more women's categories than ever before in the history of the Games.

Dom Farrell

What has Israil Madrimov accomplished in his career?

Here’s all you need to know about Israil Madrimov, the underdog champion who is looking for the collosal upset against Terence Crawford.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is the best YouTuber-turned-boxer?

From entertaining on YouTube to facing off in the ring, influencers have made a big splash in boxing. The Sporting News breaks down the 12 best YouTubers-turned-boxers, from Jake Paul to KSI.

Daniel Yanofsky

Did Harry Garside win in Paris?

Everything you need to know Harry Garside at the Paris Olympics, including what time he is due to fight in Australia.

Tom Naghten

Aussie boxer '50 Cal' Peters gunning for gold in Paris

Everything you need to know about Australian boxer Callum Peters as he chases gold at Paris 2024.

Tom Naghten

Claressa Shields blasts out Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, wins heavyweight crown

Already established as the finest women's fighter in the world today, Claressa Shields bolsters her legacy by winning world titles in a fourth weight class. The Sporting News will provide undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

A breakdown of Olympic boxing rules and regulations

The rules in Olympic boxing competition vary greatly from professional rules. The Sporting News takes an in-depth look into the rules and regulations at Paris 2024.

Tom Gray

How boxers qualified for Paris 2024

Years of dedication will culminate in a two-week boxing event at Paris 2024. The Sporting News takes a look into the qualifying process for this event.

Tom Gray

How is Olympic boxing scored? Pros and amateurs compared

Thirteen gold medals are on the line across the men's and women's weight categories at the 2024 Olympic Games. But the fate of most boxers will lie with the ringside judges.

Dom Farrell

Is it all over for boxing in the Olympics?

Boxing has been a mainstay of Olympic competition for more than a century, but the sport's future at the games will be in doubt when Paris 2024 concludes.

Tom Gray

Breaking down Team USA boxing team at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Team USA's boxers will seek to evoke memories of their country's Olympic glory years when they descend on Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games. The Sporting News looks at the individuals who are going for gold.

Tom Gray

Why is Harry Garside at the Olympics?

Harry Garside became the first Australian in 33 years to win an Olympic medal in boxing when he took home a bronze from Tokyo 2020. After briefly turning pro, the Victorian confirmed he will again be lacing up the gloves in Paris.

Tom Naghten

Huni moves to 10-0 after TKO win over Pilcher

We bring you every result, from the undercard to the main event, as Justis Huni faces Troy Pilcher in Brisbane on Thursday, July 25.

Tom Naghten

Justis Huni vs. Troy Pilcher date, start time, odds & card

Everything you need to know as Justis Huni and Troy Pilcher fight in Brisbane on Thursday, July 25.

Tom Naghten

Pacquiao returns to the ring and is eyeing world title fight

Many legendary boxing champions bow out of the sport ungracefully. The Sporting News looks into the latest comeback of legendary eight-weight world champion Manny Pacquiao.

Tom Gray

Can you watch boxing in the Olympics?

Becoming an Olympic boxing champion is often the prelude to a great professional career. The Sporting News offers fans some insight into the boxing schedule at Paris 2024.

Tom Gray

Breaking down the entire Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse undercard

On the Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse undercard, rising contenders look to prove they should fight for gold, while young prospects are ready to impress. Here’s a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Joe Joyce vs. Derek Chisora undercard?

On the Joe Joyce vs. Derek Chisora undercard, local gold is on the line in a rematch, a top contender looks to prove she deserves a title shot, while multiple prospects are ready to impress. Here’s a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Lubin pulls out of race to fight Tszyu

Tim Tszyu won’t be facing Erickson Lubin in September after the purse bid scheduled for July 30 was scrapped by the IBF.

Tom Naghten

Will Canelo Alvarez fight Edgar Berlanga?

Here is all there is to know about a potential Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga super middleweight title fight.

Daniel Yanofsky

Huni vows to learn from tough Lerena lesson

A highly rated prospect long billed as a future heavyweight champion, Justis Huni very nearly saw his undefeated professional record slip away in the final moments of his last fight against Kevin Lerena. Days out from his return to the ring against Troy Pilcher. Huni vows to carry the lessons learned that night in Riyadh with him in future.

Tom Naghten

Claressa Shields out to conquer heavyweight challenge in Detroit

Already a world champion at super welterweight, middleweight, and super middleweight, pound-for-pound boxing star Claressa Shields now vies for the WBC heavyweight crown.

Tom Gray

Results from the entire Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry fight card

Mike Perry and Stevie Morgan were unable to deliver upsets, but for Jake Paul and Amanda Serrano, their futures are set.

Zain Bando

Results, highlights from Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry

Jake Paul exited Florida with bragging rights and a date with Mike Tyson in November. The Sporting News provided full results and highlights from his fight against Mike Perry.

Zain Bando

Nakatani knocks out Astrolabio with brutal first-round body shot

Three-weight world champion Junto Nakatani defended his WBC bantamweight crown after flooring Vincent Astrolabio with a first-round body shot.

Joe Wright

How to bet on Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry

Can wild card Mike Perry drop Jake Paul, or will the YouTuber win another boxing fight against a former MMA fighter? The Sporting News provides odds and a prediction for this fight.

Daniel Yanofsky

Is Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson still on?

Here's a breakdown of the latest news surrounding Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, and if the fight between the YouTuber and the former world heavyweight champion will still go on.

Daniel Yanofsky

Can Nakatani win undisputed at 118?

Junto Nakatani is a three-weight world champion and a pound-for-pound entrant. However, if the Japanese star wants to become undisputed, then he must cross swords with his own.

Tom Gray

Tim Tszyu return locked in for Australia in September

Tim Tszyu's return has been locked in, with the former WBO super welterweight champion set to fight on Australian soil again on September 22.

Tom Naghten

Mike Perry: I will break Jake Paul's heart, spirit and face

Mike Perry has competed in the combat sports world for over 20 years. Facing Jake Paul in a boxing ring can see him break into the mainstream.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry undercard?

On the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry undercard, a trailblazer prepares for a rematch and young prospects look to showcase their skills. Here’s The Sporting News' breakdown of all the action on the Paul vs. Perry card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Junto Nakatani vs. Vincent Astrolabio undercard?

On the undercard Junto Nakatani vs. Vincent Astrolabio, multiple titles are on the line while a kickboxing phenom continues his early rise in boxing. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Nakatani vs. Astrolabio card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Legendary Fenech record in Winwood's sights ahead of world title showdown

Rising Australian boxing Alex Winwood faces Knockout CP Freshmart for the WBA strawweight world title in Perth on September 7 and a win would see a legendary Jeff Fenech record tumble.

Tom Naghten

Who has Vincent Astrolabio beaten in his career?

Here’s all you need to know about Vincent Astrolabio, looking to follow in his mentor’s footsteps against Junto Nakatani.

Daniel Yanofsky

All you need to know about Mike Perry

Here’s all you need to know about Jake Paul opponent Mike Perry, from his start in combat sports to how he became a bare-knuckle legend.

Daniel Yanofsky

All you need to know about Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry

Here’s everything you need to know about the mega fight between Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry.

Daniel Yanofsky

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis smashes Avanesyan in five

Unbeaten IBF welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis returned to action for a dominating TKO triumph over David Avanesyan. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

Nicolson vs. Vargas: Aussie retains WBC strap after one-sided beatdown

Australia's Skye Nicolson has recorded a unanimous decision victory over Dyana Vargas in Philadelphia on Saturday, retaining her WBC featherweight title in dominant fashion.

Tom Naghten

How to watch Skye Nicolson vs. Dyana Vargas in Australia

Australian boxing champion Skye Nicolson will enter the ring once again this weekend, this time to defend her title against Dyana Vargas.

Jed Wells

History of Ryan Garcia's tweets amid expulsion from WBC

Boxing star Ryan Garcia has been amping his social media presence with some strange messaging, including after he was expelled from the WBC.

Bryan Murphy

Who is Skye Nicolson?

Can undefeated Australian southpaw Skye Nicolson claim the WBC featherweight world title and continue her path to the top of the division?

Tom Naghten

Can David Avanesyan upset the brilliant Boots Ennis?

Whoever was selected as the opponent for Jaron "Boots" Ennis' July 13 matchup was always going to be facing an uphill battle. The Sporting News takes a look at the next challenger for the fearsome IBF welterweight champ.

Tom Gray

Who is on the Jaron 'Boots' Ennis vs. David Avanesyan undercard?

On the Jaron "Boots" Ennis vs. David Avanesyan undercard, a young star looks to defend her title for the first time, former title challengers are ready to return to contention, and young prospects look to continue their momentum. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Boots vs. Avanesyan card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Goodman defeats Worawut to keep Inoue hopes alive

Sam Goodman kept his chances of a crack at the undisputed super bantamweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Chainoi Worawut in Wollongong on Wednesday night.

Tom Naghten

Scott KOs Hall, Goodman takes care of business against Worawut

Sam Goodman scored another classy win, this time over Chainoi Worawut, while Curtis Scott made light work of Barry Hall with a first-round KO.

Tom Naghten

Curtis Scott claims first-round KO win over Barry Hall

Curtis Scott has knocked Barry Hall out in the first round to improve to 3-0 as a professional. The cross-code showdown lasted just over a minute, with Scott's aggression proving too much for the 47-year-old former AFL star.

Tom Naghten

Breaking down the entire Janibek Alimkhanuly vs. Andrei Mikhailovich undercard

Rising contenders look to prove they can challenge for world titles on the Janibek Alimkhanuly vs. Andrei Mikhailovich undercard, and young prospects continue to showcase their growing skills. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Janibek vs. Mikhailovich card.

Daniel Yanofsky

How good can Jaron 'Boots' Ennis be?

Jaron "Boots" Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs) is the complete fighter, blessed with speed, power, radar-like defense, exemplary technique, and a high ring IQ. The only question: Can he take a punch?

Tom Gray

Is Janibek Alimkhanuly taking over at middleweight?

The great Gennadiy Golovkin ruled the middleweight division for several years. Now, his countryman Janibek Alimkhanuly is forging his own legacy — and it could be a very special one.

Tom Gray

Hall vs. Scott: Date, start time, odds & card

AFL great Barry Hall returns to the boxing ring to take on exiled former rugby league player Curtis Scott in a heavyweight showdown in Wollongong on July 10. Here's everything you need to know:

Tom Naghten

Breaking down Shakur Stevenson performance against Artem Harutyunyan

Would Shakur Stevenson's recent win inspire confidence in making fights against Gervonta Davis and Vasiliy Lomachenko? The Sporting News looks into his performance and where he goes from here.

Daniel Yanofsky

Results from the entire Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan fight card

Can Artem Harutyunyan pull off a massive upset or will Shakur Stevenson start free agency with an exciting finish? The Sporting News will provide results from the entire Stevenson vs. Harutyunyan fight card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Fernando Martinez stakes his claim as king of the super flys

Kazuto Ioka has already achieved greatness in boxing, but the 35-year-old veteran is still on the hunt for more glory. The WBA super flyweight champ will have home advantage against IBF counterpart Fernando Martinez in this unification showdown.

Tom Gray

Fernando Martinez upsets Kazuto Ioka in Tokyo

Fernando Martinez upset the odds and produced a career-defining triumph in outpointing Kazuto Ioka. The Sporting News provided undercard results and full live coverage for the main event in Tokyo.

Tom Gray

All the results as Diaz defeats Masvidal

Nate Diaz avenged his 2019 UFC defeat to Jorge Masvidal with a majority decision victory (95-95, 97-93, 98-92) after an entertaining 10 rounds in Anaheim on Saturday.

Tom Naghten

Stevenson outclasses Harutyunyan over 12 rounds

Shakur Stevenson outclassed Artem Harutyunyan and barely took a punch in anger. The Sporting News provided ive updates, undercard results, and round-by-round coverage for the main event.

Tom Gray

Zepeda stops Cabrera in three, calls for Lomachenko bout

William Zepeda takes another step towards a world title fight with a brutal beatdown of Giovanni Cabrera. The Sporting News will provide undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

When is Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan?

Find out when the Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan fight starts and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

How to watch Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal

Here are your options to watch Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal, including the pay-per-view options and start time for the fight on Saturday in California.

Daniel Yanofsky

Ryan Garcia expelled by WBC after using racial slurs in livestream

The 25-year-old boxer is in more trouble after directing disparaging remarks toward Black people and Muslim people in a social media rant.

Tom Gray

Breaking down the entire Kazuto Ioka vs. Fernando Martinez undercard

On the Kazuto Ioka vs. Fernando Martinez undercard, prospects continue their journey to potentially become top contenders and former champions look to return to the top. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Ioka vs. Martinez card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Will we see Canelo duke it out with Eubank Jr.?

Fight fans expected Jermall Charlo or Edgar Berlanga to be up next for Canelo. But Chris Eubank Jr. is now in the frame.

Tom Gray

Will Bam face Ioka-Martinez winner?

The super flyweight division is one of the most exciting in world boxing and Bam Rodriguez vs. Kazuto Ioka is one of the most attractive matchups available. Will the stars align for this U.S. vs. Japan showdown?

Tom Gray

Who is on the William Zepeda vs. Giovanni Cabrera undercard?

On the William Zepeda vs. Giovanni Cabrera undercard, rising stars face former champions, and young prospects look to showcase their skills in front of passionate boxing fans. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Zepeda vs. Cabrera card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan undercard breakdown

The Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan undercard will have a world title on the line, and several top prospects look to leave their mark. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Stevenson vs. Harutyunyan card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal undercard?

On the Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal undercard, a former champion faces a rising contender and son of a former world champion, and MMA fighters collide in a boxing ring. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Diaz vs. Masvidal main card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who wins Tank vs. Stevenson fantasy fight?

A matchup between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Shakur Stevenson is fast becoming the most attractive matchup in boxing. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into a potential matchup between the lightweight champs.

Tom Gray

All you need to know about Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal boxing fight

Nate Diaz and Jorge Masidal have competed in big fights in the cage. Now, they will face one another in a boxing ring. The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about the fight.

Daniel Yanofsky

All you need to know about Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan

Shakur Stevenson and O'Shaquie Foster look to leave "The Rock" with gold still around their waist. Here's all you need to know about their fights against Artem Harutyunyan and Robson Conceicao in New Jersey.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who would win a Stevenson vs. Zepeda fight?

A fight between WBC lightweight king Shakur Stevenson and unbeaten contender William Zepeda is one of the most attractive matchups in the division. The Sporting News assesses the likelihood of the match transpiring and makes an early prediction.

Tom Gray

Bam survives knockdown, takes out Estrada

Bam Rodriguez faced some adversity but passed the superfight test with flying colors to take out Juan Francisco Estrada. The Sporting News provided live updates on the undercard and round-by-round coverage of the main event.

Tom Gray

Bam scores brutal knockout over Estrada

Bam Rodriguez scores another career-defining win, this time against Mexican legend Juan Francisco Estrada. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

Teofimo Lopez dominates Steve Claggett on points

Teofimo Lopez got a good workout against Steve Claggett and now targets the 147-pound elite. The Sporting News provides undercard results and a full report on the main event.

Tom Gray

What time does Estrada vs. Rodriguez start?

Find out when the Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Jesse Rodriguez event starts and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

TSN Archives: A biting commentary on Mike Tyson (July 7, 1997, issue)

On June 28, 1997, Mike Tyson bit off a chunk of Evander Holyfield's ear during their heavyweight title fight. It was news of the weird, legendary Sporting News columnist Dave Kindred wrote in the issue dated July 7.

TSN Archives

Who is on the Teofimo Lopez vs. Steve Claggett undercard?

On the Teofimo Lopez vs. Steve Claggett undercard, a former champion looks to hold gold again, while the grandson of a legend wants to avenge the lone loss of his young career. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Lopez vs. Claggett card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Goodman opponent defends Aussie over decision to not pursue Inoue fight

After facing off in the ring with pound-for-pound star Naoya Inoue after his last bout, many boxing fans were surprised to see Sam Goodman take a fight with little-known Thai Chainoi Worawut.

Tom Naghten

Exclusive: Teofimo Lopez ready for early night against Claggett

Teofimo Lopez wants to make Steve Claggett a memory before taking on the best at 140 or punch-swapping with the great Terence Crawford. "The Takeover" spoke to The Sporting News before his upcoming title defense.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Jesse Rodriguez undercard?

On the Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Jesse Rodriguez undercard, a former champion wants to regain momentum while a women’s title fight looks to steal the show. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Estrada vs. Rodriguez card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Can Steve Claggett upset champion Teofimo Lopez?

Teofimo Lopez defends his WBO and Ring Magazine titles against Steve Claggett, an unheralded Canadian on an impressive win streak.

Tom Gray

Why is Jesse Rodriguez called ‘Bam’?

With a nickname like “Bam,” Rodriguez is expected to end all his fights in brutal fashion. The Sporting News discloses the reason for the two-weight world champ's ring moniker.

Daniel Yanofsky

Exclusive: Pound-for-pound star Bam Rodriguez braced for Estrada challenge

He has a resume and career accomplishments that belie his years, but Bam Rodriguez, 24, could be in for his biggest test to date on June 29 when he faces Mexican great Juan Francisco Estrada.

Tom Gray

Rafael Espinoza destroys Sergio Chirino in four

Towering WBO featherweight champ Rafael Espinoza blasts through Sergio Chirino in Las Vegas. The Sporting News provided undercard results and a full report on this all-Mexican main event.

Tom Gray

Ryan Garcia suspended, Haney result changed to no contest

The 25-year-old reportedly faces a suspension of at least a year, and his career-defining win over Haney has been changed to a no contest.

Tom Gray

Who is on the Rafael Espinoza vs. Sergio Chirino Sanchez undercard?

On the Rafael Espinoza vs. Sergio Chirino Sanchez undercard, top prospects look to continue their momentum, while former contenders look to get back on track. The Sporting News provides a breakdown of all the action on the card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Ryan Garcia retires, rumours abound fighter faces suspension

The punches have continued to fly since Ryan Garcia's 12-round decision win over Devin Haney on April 20 in New York. The Sporting News breaks down all the latest news.

Tom Gray

Can Rafael Espinoza beat Naoya Inoue?

Naoya Inoue has almost cleaned up at super bantamweight, but his biggest test could await him in the featherweight division. The Sporting News takes a look at WBO champ Rafael Espinoza.

Tom Gray

Remembering Clay Cooper 1: Muhammad Ali out on his feet

"I am now convinced that if that round lasted 20 seconds longer that Cooper would have knocked Clay out. Nobody finished better than Henry Cooper, and when Ali got up, he didn’t know where the hell he was." - Hall of Fame boxing journalist, Colin Hart.

Tom Gray

Garcia emerges as possible option for Paro

Australia’s newest world champion Liam Paro announced himself to the mainstream with a comprehensive unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias to claim the IBF super lightweight world title. We take a look at what might come next for the Aussie southpaw.

Tom Naghten

Benavidez defeats Gvozdyk by decision

David Benavidez makes a successful light heavyweight debut by taking down a former champion. The Sporting News were on hand for the big fight in Las Vegas.

Tom Gray

Tank Davis is still the WBA lightweight champ, wins in eight

Tank Davis utilized his superior hitting power and experience to vanquish Frank "The Ghost" Martin in Las Vegas.

Tom Gray

Tank Davis scores Knockout of the Year contender

Pound-for-pound star Gervonta "Tank" Davis blasts out fellow southpaw Frank Martin at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and retains his WBA lightweight title.

Tom Gray

Paro stuns Matias to claim IBF super lightweight title

Australia's Liam Paro has stunned Subriel Matias to claim the IBF super lightweight title in Puerto Rico.

Tom Naghten

Paro dethrones Matias in Puerto Rico

We bring you every result from the undercard to the main event as Subriel Matias looks to defend his IBF super lightweight world title against Liam Paro.

Tom Naghten

Billam-Smith outclasses Riakporhe in rematch

Chris Billam-Smith retains his WBO cruiserweight title and avenges his lone defeat to London-based power-puncher Richard Riakporhe.

Tom Gray

Ben Whittaker batters Ezra Arenyeka for 10 rounds

He didn't get the knockout, but Ben Whittaker produced the goods at Selhurst Park. The Sporting News was on hand to cover The Surgeon's eighth professional fight.

Tom Gray

Breaking down Liam Paro's career

Everything you need to know about IBF super lightweight world title challenger Liam Paro, including his record, stats and accomplishments.

Tom Naghten

Hearns vs. Duran 40 years later

On June 15, 1984, Thomas Hearns faced off against Roberto Duran in a battle of boxing legends. The fight ended with arguably the most violent and memorable finish in the sport's long history.

Tom Gray

Who wins Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro?

Will Subriel Matias continue his incredible knockout streak, or will unbeaten Australian Liam Paro spring the colossal upset? The Sporting News provides odds and a final prediction for this super lightweight would title fight in Puerto Rico:

Tom Gray

Ukraine 2012: The greatest Olympic boxing team of all-time?

While Oleksandr Gvozdyk is a big underdog in his bout with the undefeated David Benavidez, the Ukrainian star has the benefit of a brilliant amateur foundation.

Dom Farrell

Can Frank Martin upset Tank Davis?

While far from being a household name, Frank Martin was a standout amateur star and he's amassed 18 straight wins as a professional. Will Tank Davis have his work cut out for him in Las Vegas?

Tom Gray

Who will Tank Davis fight next?

Gervonta Davis faces Frank Martin on June 15. If "Tank" takes care of business in Las Vegas could superfights against Shakur Stevenson or Vasiliy Lomachenko follow?

Tom Gray

Breaking down the entire Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro undercard

The Subriel Matias vs. Liam Paro features several local fighters and former world title challengers. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Matias vs. Paro card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Tank Davis vs. Frank Martin undercard?

The Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin undercard features several high-profile title bouts and some of the best upcoming fighters in the sport. Here’s a breakdown of all the action.

Daniel Yanofsky

Exclusive: Benavidez talks Gvozdyk, Canelo and Beterbiev-Bivol

David Benavidez is 6ft 2in and 28-0 (24 KOs), so nobody is banging down his door to fight him. However, "The Mexican Monster" has his sights set on Oleksandr Gvozdyk, Canelo Alvarez and the Beterbiev-Bivol winner.

Tom Gray

Who will Boots Ennis fight next?

Unbeaten IBF welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis has picked a replacement opponent for his homecoming defense in Philadelphia.

Tom Gray

All you need to know about Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin

Gervonta Davis is ready to show why he was dubbed "the face of boxing" when he faces Frank Martin this summer. Here's all you need to know about the fight on Amazon Prime.

Daniel Yanofsky

Gvozdyk out to tame 'The Mexican Monster', David Benavidez

It's been almost five years since former champ Oleksandr Gvozdyk has mixed with top-flight competition. However, the Ukrainian boxer-puncher is undeterred by the prospect of facing the fearsome David Benavidez.

Tom Gray

Is Subriel Matias the best at 140 pounds?

Subriel Matias is already a world champion, but the Puerto Rican star wants to secure superfights and crash the pound-for-pound list. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the career of the IBF super lightweight titleholder.

Tom Gray

Frank 'The Ghost' Martin aims to give Tank Davis a big scare

Gervonta "Tank" Davis is unbeaten in 29 fights over 11 years and is a multi-time world champion. Is Frank "The Ghost" Martin the one to derail the pound-for-pound star?

Tom Gray

Ryan Garcia arrested: Boxer charged with felony vandalism at Beverly Hills hotel

Ryan Garcia's tumultuous 2024 continued Saturday when he was arrested for an incident that occurred at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills.

Jacob Camenker

Who is being inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame?

It's the 35th anniversary of the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the celebrations are now underway. The Sporting News takes a look back at six former champions being inducted and reveals what made them special.

Tom Gray

When is Taylor vs. Serrano 2?

Ever since the plug was pulled on the July 20 date for Jake Paul vs, Mike Tyson, information regarding Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 has been scarce. The Sporting News provides an update on the long-awaited rematch.

Tom Gray

Who is on the Xander Zayas vs. Patrick Teixeira undercard?

On the Xander Zayas vs. Patrick Teixeira undercard, a young fighter looks to emerge as a contender, prospects continue to showcase their skills, and a boxing police officer gets in the ring. Here’s a breakdown of all the action on the Zayas vs. Teixeira card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Wilder must retire from boxing

Deontay Wilder has lost four of his last five fights and he's taking a lot of damage. It's time for the ex-champ to consider doing something else with his time.

Tom Gray

Zhang takes Wilder out in five rounds

There were several terrific fights in Riyadh on Saturday and a conclusive ending in the main event. The Sporting News was on hand to cover all the action live.

Tom Gray

Deontay Wilder put to sleep by Big Bang

Two of the hardest hitters in world boxing headlined another stacked card in Riyadh. In the end, it was Zhilei Zhang who prevailed over ex-champ Deontay Wilder.

Tom Gray

When is Queensberry vs Matchroom, Wilder vs. Zhang?

Find out when the Queensberry vs. Matchroom PPV starts and when Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang should walk to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

Why is Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson delayed?

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson were set to face off July 20 in a headlining boxing match, but fans will have to wait to watch the heavyweight battle.

Brendan OSullivan

What the IBF doing with Dubois-Hrgovic and what it means for Anthony Joshua?

Despite having recently anointed an undisputed heavyweight champion, boxing continues to get in its own way. The Sporting News looks at the latest debacle with the IBF.

Tom Gray

Tszyu-Ortiz off after doctor steps in

The highly anticipated WBA super welterweight interim world title showdown between former WBO champion Tim Tszyu and knockout perfectionist Vergil Ortiz is off.

Tom Naghten

When will Artur Beterbiev fight Dmitry Bivol?

A superfight that's been years in the making has been delayed. Here's what we know about a potential showdown between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

Daniel Yanofsky

Breaking down the entire Wilder vs. Zhang undercard

On the undercard of Deontay Wilder vs.Zhilei Zhang, two titles are on the line, while the rest of the card retries high-profile fighters competing for the ultimate bragging rights. Here’s a breakdown of the entire action on the stacked Queensberry vs. Matchroom card.

Daniel Yanofsky

When is Usyk vs. Fury 2?

A great fight deserves a great rematch. Undisputed heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will renew ties on December 21 in Riyadh.

Tom Gray

Goodman to headline PPV; Hall returns to face Scott

Sam Goodman will headline another pay-per-view in Wollongong on July 10, taking on Chainoi Worawut. Also in action, Aussie Rules great Barry Hall will return to the ring for a clash with sacked former NRL player Curtis Scott.

Tom Naghten

Mike Tyson 'doing great' after in-flight medical scare

Two months out from his fight against Jake Paul, former heavyweight champ Mike Tyson has reportedly had a medical incident on a plane. Is the ex-champ OK? WIll the fight still go ahead?

Tom Gray

Catterall calls out Teofimo after settling score with Taylor

Jack Catterall ended his long wait for victory over Josh Taylor and can now get on with the business of winning world titles at super lightweight. Teofimo Lopez is in his sights.

Dom Farrell

Catterall battles to revenge win over Taylor in classic British brawl

Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall faced each other in a long-awaited rematch in Leeds on Saturday. This time Catterall had his had raised after a stirring performance from both men, leaving their 140-pound series locked at 1-1.

Dom Farrell

How to watch Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall

Here are your options to watch Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall 2, including the live stream and start time for the rematch in Leeds.

Daniel Yanofsky

Okolie claims WBC bridgerweight title with first-round TKO

Lawrence Okolie floored Lukasz Rozanski twice with right hands and then switched to the right uppercut for the third and final knockdown. The Sporting News covered the action from Poland.

Tom Gray

Why 'Hate Runs Deep' between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall

Twenty-seven months have passed since Josh Taylor claimed a controversial points win over Jack Catterall. World titles are not on the line this time, but careers are.

Dom Farrell

When is Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall 2?

Here’s when the Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall 2 event should start and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

What is bridgerweight? Boxing's 18th weight division explained

The bridgerweight division has been around for over three years but it still hasn't taken off. Lawrence Okolie bids to become the fledgling division's latest champion on May 24/

Tom Gray

When is MF & DAZN: X Series 15?

Find out when X Series 15 starts and when Paige VanZant and Le'Veon Bell should walk to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

Teddy Atlas talks Fury vs. Usyk: 'He's standing up for a country'

It was a fight that divided opinion, but acclaimed trainer Teddy Atlas picked Oleksandr Usyk to defeat Tyson Fury for more reasons than one.

Tom Gray

Ryan Garcia's B-sample is positive for banned substance

Ryan Garcia's B-sample has also tested positive for the banned substance ostarine, which confirms the same findings from the initial test results that were released by VADA.

Tom Naghten

Breaking down the entire Lukasz Rozanski vs. Lawrence Okolie undercard

On the Lukasz Rozanski vs. Lawrence Okolie undercard, several Polish fighters look to leave their mark in the ring, while others look to become top contenders. Here’s a breakdown of the entire action on the Rozanski vs. Okolie card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is on the Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall 2 undercard?

On the Josh Taylor vs. Jack Catterall 2 undercard, British gold is on the line, while local fighters look to impress in Leeds. Here’s a breakdown of the entire action on the Taylor vs. Catterall card.

Daniel Yanofsky

What you need to know about Teofimo Lopez vs. Steve Claggett

Teofimo Lopez returns to action, facing Steve Claggett, who looks to provide a massive upset. Here’s everything you need to know about the fight.

Daniel Yanofsky

All you need to know about MF & DAZN: X Series 15

The MF & DAZN: X Series returns to the U.S. and will feature popular figures Paige VanZant and Le'Veon Bell. Here's all you need to know about the event.

Daniel Yanofsky

After beating Fury, does Usyk join the all-time greats?

Oleksandr Usyk had already posted many career-defining victories in a decorated 11-year professional spell. However, last night's triumph over Tyson Fury was the greatest of them all.

Tom Gray

Berinchyk caps off historic day for Ukraine with WBO lightweight title

Denys Berinchyk has stopped Emanuel Navarrete's bid to become a four-weight world champion with a split-decision victory (116-112, 115-113, 113-115) in San Diego.

Tom Naghten

'This is for the people of Ukraine': Usyk delights in undisputed glory over Fury

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury via split decision in an action-packed fight in Riyadh to be crowned undisputed world heavyweight champion.

Tom Gray

Usyk scrambles Fury to become undisputed heavyweight champion

Oleksandr Usyk was crowned undisputed heavyweight champion via split decision after an enthralling high-quality battle with Tyson Fury in Riyadh.

Dom Farrell

How Usyk stunned Fury to win via split decision

It was a long buildup to the first undisputed heavyweight championship fight in a quarter of a century. Finally, the wait is over.

Brad Cox

Opetaia survives late scare to reclaim IBF title

Jai Opetaia has survived a late rally from Mairis Briedis to reclaim the IBF cruiserweight world title with a unanimous decision (116-112 x2, 117-111) victory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Tom Naghten

Cristiano Ronaldo attends Fury vs. Usyk

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed heavyweight title fight brought the stars out as expected in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Was Cristiano Ronaldo among them?

Dom Farrell

All the ways to watch Fury vs. Usyk

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk are ready to fight for heavyweight bragging rights. Here's all you need to know about the event, including where to watch it worldwide.

Daniel Yanofsky

Can I watch Fury vs. Usyk for free?

The Sporting News looks into all the ways you can watch Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk, taking place in Saudi Arabia.

Daniel Yanofsky

Fury-Usyk weight update: Usyk 223.5, not 233.5

The buildup to the first undisputed heavyweight championship clash this century has concluded with the official weigh-in for Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk. Sporting News was on hand to collate the all-important numbers.

Tom Gray

Where to watch Navarrete vs. Berinchyk

Emanuel Navarrete attempts to win another title in another weight class before turning 30. Here's all you need to know about his fight against Denys Berinchyk, including where to watch it worldwide.

Daniel Yanofsky

When is Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk?

The Sporting News provides all you need to know about Emanuel Navarrete vs. Denys Berinchyk, including when the two fighters will make their way to the ring.

Daniel Yanofsky

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