Find out when the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga PPV starts in Australia and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.
Daniel Yanofsky
Rolly Romero is not to everyone's taste, but the former super lightweight champion knows how to create a stir. The Sporting News caught up with Rolly before his return on the Canelo-Berlanga undercard.
Tom Gray
Everything you need to know about David Nyika vs. Tommy Karpency, including what time the main event is due to begin.
Joshua Mayne
Anthony Joshua has flown the flag for the UK for more than a decade, but he has never shirked his Nigerian roots. The Sporting News takes a closer look at the ex-champ's heritage.
For the first time in over two years, Canelo Alvarez will enter the ring without his cherished undisputed super middleweight championship. The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the reasons behind the Mexican star losing one of his titles.
Here's a breakdown of some of the top quotes to come from Canelo Alvarez, who has improved on his English over the years.
Local fighters from Mexico look to impress on the Eduardo Hernandez vs. Thomas Mattice undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action on the "Rocky" Hernandez vs. Mattice card.
Two veterans fight for gold and former champions look to rebound on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action on the Canelo vs. Berlanga card.
In 2022, WBA light heavyweight champ Dmitry Bivol outpointed Canelo Alvarez convincingly in Las Vegas. The Sporting News looks at the possibility of a rematch taking place in the future.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga takes place on Mexican Independence Day weekend. Here’s everything you need to know about the fight.
Here's a breakdown of Berlanga's career and how he matches up against mighty Canelo Alvarez.
The word "headguard" immediately makes one think of safety and protection. However, as useful as headguards are in boxing, there are downsides to this equipment.
Two of Australia’s top combat sports athletes locked horns in Sydney on Friday when former UFC middleweight champ Robert Whittaker and cruiserweight boxing star Jai Opetaia shared the ring for a willing sparring session.
Tom Naghten
Tim Tszyu's path back to a world title is now clear after his bout with Bakhram Murtazaliev has been confirmed, with the Australian to challenge the IBF super welterweight champion in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, October 19 (Oct. 20 in Australia).
Naoya Inoue defends his undisputed super bantamweight crown against Irishman TJ Doheny. The Sporting News will provide undercard results and a full report from the main event in Tokyo.
Pound-for-pound stalwart Naoya Inoue defended his undisputed super bantamweight championship with a seventh-round TKO over TJ Doheny. The Sporting News provided live coverage of the undercard and round-by-round scoring for the main event in Tokyo.
Everything you need to know about the upcoming WBA strawweight world title fight between Knockout CP Freshmart and Alex Winwood.
The former WBC middleweight champion Jermall Charlo once had the boxing world at his feet, but the Lafayette-born fighter has lost his way in recent years.
Influencers have made a big splash in boxing. The Sporting News breaks down the best female influencers-turned-boxers, from Jully Poca to Elle Brooke.
Diego Pacheco inflicted the first stoppage loss on the record of Polish veteran Maciej Sulecki. Is the 23-year-old Californian qualified to face pound-for-pound star Canelo Alvarez?
Naoya Inoue returns to action against veteran challenger and former world champion TJ Doheny. The Sporting News looks at how 'The Monster' might go about business in this undisputed super bantamweight title defense.
There will be plenty of world-class action and top-flight prospects on the Naoya Inoue vs. TJ Doheny undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action.
Naoya Inoue is expected to make Irishman TJ Doheny a memory when the pair duke it out in Tokyo on September 3. Does the challenger have any chance of victory?
It's been a long time since Naoya Inoue or TJ Doheny won a fight on points. The Sporting News looks at the chances of their undisputed title fight going the distance.
Before Naoya Inoue and TJ Doheny cross swords in an undisputed world title clash, fans at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo will be treated to a solid undercard. The Sporting News reviews two of the bouts and offers big fight predictions.
Neither Naoya Inoue nor TJ Doheny have won a fight on points for years. The Sporting News assesses the likelihood of their world title clash going the distance.
Naoya Inoue has been a world champion for over 10 years and has won 27 straight fights. Can TJ Doheny put a blemish on the Japanese hero's immaculate record?
Any super bantamweight in the world would open as underdog against Japanese powerhouse Naoya Inoue. What does TJ Doheny have to do to upset the odds on September 3?
Michael Zerafa's brother has been issued a life ban by No Limit Boxing following his behaviour at their fight in Sydney on Wednesday night.
Naoya Inoue is running out of opposition at super bantamweight and could be poised for a move to featherweight in the coming months. The Sporting News takes a look at possible opponents for 'The Monster'.
All the results as Nikita Tszyu defeats Koen Mazoudier in the ninth round of an instant classic and Michael Zerafa's brother punches Tommy Browne's trainer following a bizarre ending to their bout.
Nikita Tszyu moved to 10-0 following a stunning display of violence to stop Koen Mazoudier in the ninth round of an instant classic at the ICC Sydney Theatre on Wednesday night.
A knockout artist and a rising European star will compete on the Diego Pacheco vs. Maciej Sulecki undercard. Here's a breakdown of all the action beneath the main event.
Everything you need to know about the upcoming No Limit Boxing pay-per-view, headlined by Nikita Tszyu vs. Koen Mazoudier.
Everything you need to know about Nikita Tszyu vs. Koen Mazoudier, including what time the main event is due to begin.
A lot has happened in boxing over the past year and our 25 Under 25 list looks vastly different. The Sporting News assesses a new landscape of fistic talents and predicts their futures in the sport.
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.
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.
The Sporting News provided results from the entire Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 fight card.
The Sporting News will provide results, highlights, and analysis from Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III 2 and the entire fight card.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Sporting News takes a look at the successful career of Floyd Mayweather and the amount of money he made during it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Here are the facts behind Imane Khelif's condition among the controversy taking over Olympic boxing in Paris.
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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.
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.
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.
Every result and the full schedule for Australia's 12-person boxing team at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
The Imane Khelif controversy continues to be a headline story from the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Everything you need to know about Charlie Senior, the Australian featherweight boxer who is assured of a medal at Paris 2024.
Everything you need to know about Australia's first female Olympic medal winner in boxing, Caitlin Parker.
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.
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.
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.
Welterweight boxer Imane Khelif advances to the semifinals at Paris 2024 following a dominant points win over Hungary’s Anna Luca Hamori.
Imane Khelif is facing backlash for participating in the women's boxing tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Brendan OSullivan
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, 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.
Angela Carini is hoping to clear the air amidst the Imane Khelif boxing controversy.
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.
Looking to expand its influence, here's a breakdown why the General Entertainment Aurthority of Saudi Arabia is taking Riyadh Season on the road.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Here’s all you need to know about Israil Madrimov, the underdog champion who is looking for the collosal upset against Terence Crawford.
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.
Everything you need to know Harry Garside at the Paris Olympics, including what time he is due to fight in Australia.
Everything you need to know about Australian boxer Callum Peters as he chases gold at Paris 2024.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We bring you every result, from the undercard to the main event, as Justis Huni faces Troy Pilcher in Brisbane on Thursday, July 25.
Everything you need to know as Justis Huni and Troy Pilcher fight in Brisbane on Thursday, July 25.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tim Tszyu won’t be facing Erickson Lubin in September after the purse bid scheduled for July 30 was scrapped by the IBF.
Here is all there is to know about a potential Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga super middleweight title fight.
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.
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.
Mike Perry and Stevie Morgan were unable to deliver upsets, but for Jake Paul and Amanda Serrano, their futures are set.
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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.
Three-weight world champion Junto Nakatani defended his WBC bantamweight crown after flooring Vincent Astrolabio with a first-round body shot.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Here’s all you need to know about Vincent Astrolabio, looking to follow in his mentor’s footsteps against Junto Nakatani.
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.
Here’s everything you need to know about the mega fight between Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry.
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.
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.
Australian boxing champion Skye Nicolson will enter the ring once again this weekend, this time to defend her title against Dyana Vargas.
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Boxing star Ryan Garcia has been amping his social media presence with some strange messaging, including after he was expelled from the WBC.
Can undefeated Australian southpaw Skye Nicolson claim the WBC featherweight world title and continue her path to the top of the division?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Find out when the Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan fight starts and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.
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.
The 25-year-old boxer is in more trouble after directing disparaging remarks toward Black people and Muslim people in a social media rant.
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.
Fight fans expected Jermall Charlo or Edgar Berlanga to be up next for Canelo. But Chris Eubank Jr. is now in the frame.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Find out when the Juan Francisco Estrada vs. Jesse Rodriguez event starts and when the main event fighters should walk to the ring.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Teofimo Lopez defends his WBO and Ring Magazine titles against Steve Claggett, an unheralded Canadian on an impressive win streak.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
Tank Davis utilized his superior hitting power and experience to vanquish Frank "The Ghost" Martin in Las Vegas.
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.
Australia's Liam Paro has stunned Subriel Matias to claim the IBF super lightweight title 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.
Chris Billam-Smith retains his WBO cruiserweight title and avenges his lone defeat to London-based power-puncher Richard Riakporhe.
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.
Everything you need to know about IBF super lightweight world title challenger Liam Paro, including his record, stats and accomplishments.
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.
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:
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.
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
Unbeaten IBF welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis has picked a replacement opponent for his homecoming defense in Philadelphia.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Ryan Garcia's tumultuous 2024 continued Saturday when he was arrested for an incident that occurred at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
