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Kambosos-Lomachenko confirmed for May 12 in Perth

George Kambosos will take on Vasiliy Lomachenko for the vacant IBF lightweight title in Perth on Sunday, May 12.

Tom Naghten

Goodman vs. Schleibs results: Hometown hero scores TKO4 victory

Sam Goodman stopped Mark Schleibs in the fourth round in front of a raucous crowd in his hometown of Wollongong on Wednesday night.

Tom Naghten

Scott secures KO win over Leilua

Curtis Scott has claimed the first win of his professional boxing career, defeating Joey Leilua via KO in Wollongong.

Joshua Mayne

How to watch Joey Leilua vs. Curtis Scott

A full broadcast guide for the 2024 boxing match between former NRL players, Joey Leilua and Curtis Scott.

Tom Naghten

Will Fury vs. Joshua happen?

There's a sense of momentum building towards a possible fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury after the former flattened Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Tom Gray

How Anthony Joshua destroyed Francis Ngannou in Riyadh

Former heavyweight boxing king Anthony Joshua demolished Francis Ngannou with a second-round knockout worthy of the "Knockout Chaos" billing.

Tom Gray

Joshua obliterates Ngannou: As it happened

Anthony Joshua floored Francis Ngannou twice before icing him with a spectacular KO. He is now on course for a shot at the winner of Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk.

Dom Farrell

Joseph Parker vs Zhilei Zhang results: Parker survives brutal early knockdown to win marathon 12-round heavyweight title fight

New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker defeated Zhilei Zhang in 12 rounds despite a horror early knockdown to claim the WBO interim heavyweight title.

Jed Wells

Justis Huni comes through torrid finale to beat Kevin Lerena

Australian heavyweight prospect Justis Huni looked to be on the brink of defeat to South African slugger Kevin Lerena but hung on to get the job done on the Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou undercard.

Tom Gray

What happens next if Francis Ngannou beats Anthony Joshua?

The Sporting News looks at the options in front of Francis Ngannou if he can take down Anthony Joshua.

Daniel Yanofsky

Huni vs. Lerena: What you need to know

Everything you need to know as Australian heavyweight prospect Justis Huni faces Kevin Lerena on the undercard to Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou.

Tom Naghten

Huni to appear on Joshua-Ngannou undercard

Rising Aussie heavyweight Justis Huni has been added to the undercard of the March 8 clash between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Tom Naghten

Ngannou ready for war against AJ

The buildup is almost at an end, as Francis Ngannou prepares to shock the world against former two-time heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua.

Tom Gray

AJ dismisses boxing versus MMA hype, vows to be relentless against Ngannou

Anthony Joshua is a big favourite to topple former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou, but there's still plenty of intrigue surrounding their March 8 fight. The Sporting News sat down with the former two-time heavyweight champ in Riyadh.

Tom Gray

Should Garcia vs. Haney fight go ahead?

The build-up to the much-anticipated Haney vs. Garcia April bout has received a lot of publicity, and none of it good. The Sporting News asks if this world title match should proceed.

Tom Gray

Behind the scenes of Anthony Joshua's fight camp for Francis Ngannou

Anthony Joshua has found a new lease of life under coach Ben Davison. Super featherweight Jordan Gill also recently moved to the gym and enjoyed a career-best win over Michael Conlan.

Dom Farrell

Hearn: AJ was naive, now he believes more than ever

Promoter Eddie Hearn thinks Anthony Joshua "is in a great place" as he prepares to fight Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

Dom Farrell

Is Francis Ngannou a good boxer and can he beat AJ?

Francis Ngannou shocked the world with his performance against Tyson Fury, but is he actually a good boxer? Anthony Joshua might be about to find out.

Dom Farrell

Eddie Hearn: AJ has the antidote to Ngannou's 'freak strength'

Promoter Eddie Hearn has seen it all in the career of former two-time unified champ Anthony Joshua, but Francis Ngannou is a completely new challenge.

Tom Gray

Zhang ready to continue KO streak against Parker

Zhilei Zhang solidified his reputation as a heavyweight danger man by battering Joe Joyce to defeat twice last year. He now looks to dispose of former champ Joseph Parker in similar style.

Tom Gray

Joseph Parker primed and ready for Zhilei Zhang

Former heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is coming off a career-best performance against Deontay Wilder and is looking to dismantle Chinese star Zhilei Zhang for an encore.

Tom Gray

What if AJ loses to Ngannou?

Former two-time unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua has bounced back from defeat before. However, would a loss to former UFC champ Francis Ngannou signal the end of a great career?

Tom Gray

How does AJ beat Ngannou?

The game plan for a fighter is crucial in professional boxing. What approach will former two-time unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua take against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou? The Sporting News takes a deep dive into the strategy for March 8.

Tom Gray

Moloney vs. Takei to feature on Inoue-Nery undercard

Australia's Jason Moloney will go into enemy territory and hope to come out with his WBO bantamweight title still in his possession when he takes on Yoshiki Takei on May 6.

Tom Naghten

Joshua vs. Ngannou: Tale of the Tape

Over 500 pounds of heavyweight will enter the ring in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in a matchup that is destined to end inside the schedule. The Sporting News breaks down the fighter stats for Joshua vs. Ngannou,

Tom Gray

'Do you think Tyson Fury is a liar?' — Ngannou's trainer confident of shocking AJ

Francis Ngannou is ready to shock the world against Anthony Joshua, and his team are every bit as confident as he is. The Sporting news caught up with chief second Dewey Cooper ahead of the fight.

Tom Gray

Nicolson to face Mahfoud for WBC strap on April 6

Interim WBC featherweight champion Skye Nicolson will get the chance to upgrade to a full world title when she faces Sarah Mahfoud for the vacant belt in Las Vegas on April 6.

Tom Naghten

Who are the biggest heavyweight punchers ever?

Heavyweight history is replete with powerful hitters that could switch off the lights with a single punch. The Sporting News has put together a shortlist of knockout kings.

Tom Gray

Has Saudi Arabia taken over boxing?

Anthony Joshua's heavyweight showdown against Francis Ngannou is the latest blockbuster fight to land in Saudi Arabia. Is the Middle East state the new capital of the boxing world?

Dom Farrell

Otabek Kholmatov vs. Raymond Ford fight results

Two unbeaten fighters clashed in their first world title bout. The Sporting News provided results for Otabek Kholmatov vs. Raymond Ford and the entire fight card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Results from Jake Paul and Amanda Serrano fight night

Jake Paul continued his quest to be taken seriously as a contender in boxing. The Sporting News provided full results from the boxing card in Puerto Rico, including details as to why Amanda Serrano had to pull out of the event.

Daniel Yanofsky

Jake Paul and Amanda Serrano fight results

Amanda Serrano makes her 20th world title appearance, while Jake Paul continues his quest to be taken seriously in professional boxing. The Sporting News provides all the results from the big card in Puerto Rico.

Daniel Yanofsky

How much have Jake Paul and Ryan Bourland made in their careers?

On Saturday, Jake Paul will appear on an undercard for the first time in his professional boxing career. The Sporting News looks into how much money the social media influencer and his opponent Ryan Bourland have made in their careers to date.

Daniel Yanofsky

What happened in Haney vs. Tank spar?

The Haney vs. Garcia fight is still several weeks away, but the verbal blows have started flying way in advance of the opening bell. The Sporting News takes a look at the connection between this fight and world champ Gervonta 'Tank' Davis.

Tom Gray

Will Haney vs. Garcia happen?

There's plenty of publicity surrounding the April 20 world title bout between champion Devin Haney and challenger Ryan Garcia. However, none of it qualifies as good publicity.

Tom Gray

Can Otabek Kholmatov become world champion?

The unbeaten Otabek Kholmatov bids to become a world champion at the expense of American Raymond Ford. The Sporting News takes a closer look at Kholmatov ahead of his biggest test.

Tom Gray

Why does Ryan Garcia have beef with Shia LaBeouf?

It appears Ryan Garcia can add another adversary to his list in Shia LaBeouf. The Sporting News looks into the beef between Garcia and the actor and former Disney star.

Daniel Yanofsky

WBO boss eyeing Crawford vs. Tszyu-Thurman winner

WBO president Paco Valcarcel has hinted Terence Crawford could face the winner of Tim Tszyu vs. Keith Thurman for the WBO super welterweight world title.

Tom Naghten

Canelo looks set for Jaime Munguia bout

After much ado, it looks like undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez is set to announce an all-Mexico clash with former super welterweight titleholder Jaime Munguia.

Tom Gray

Will Canelo leave PBC and return to DAZN?

There are suggestions that undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez could be parting ways with Premier Boxing Champions and returning to DAZN.

Tom Gray

Muhammad TKO 6 Sonny Liston 60 years later

'I'm young, I'm handsome, I'm fast, I'm pretty, and can't possibly be beat.' Muhammad Ali, then Cassius Clay, was not at a loss for words in the buildup to his heavyweight title fight against fearsome champion Sonny Liston.

Tom Gray

Berlanga stops Padraig McCrory, calls out Canelo

Edgar Berlanga needed a stoppage if he was to officially enter the Canelo sweepstakes. The unbeaten super middleweight got it, but will an undisputed title clash come next?

Tom Gray

Junto Nakatani stops Alexandro Santiago in six

Junto Nakatani turns in arguably a career-best performance by halting Mexican Alexandro Santiago in Tokyo. The Japanese star is now a three-weight world champion.

Tom Gray

Takuma Inoue knocks out Jerwin Ancajas in nine

In the first defense of his WBA bantamweight title, Takuma Inoue turned in a career-best performance against former champ Jerwin Ancajas. The brother of pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue scored a ninth-round body shot knockout.

Tom Gray

Will fans ever see Canelo vs. Benavidez?

Fight fans are desperate to see undisputed super middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez mix it with division's danger man David Benavidez. Unfortunately, it looks like the wait will continue.

Tom Gray

Tank to defend title against Frank Martin

One of boxing's biggest names could be set for a return to the ring in the first half of the year. According to ESPN's Mike Coppinger, Gervonta Davis will face undefeated countryman Frank Martin (18-0) in the late spring or early summer.

Tom Naghten

Will Canelo fight Edgar Berlanga on May 4?

The plot thickens in terms of securing Canelo Alvarez an opponent for May 4, as unbeaten super middleweight star Edgar Berlanga has now been thrown into the mix.

Tom Gray

Everything you need to know about Premier Boxing Series

Boxing in Australia has received another boost with the announcement of the Premier Boxing Series. Here's what you need to know.

Tom Naghten

Jack Catterall pledges to beat up 'concussed, confused' Josh Taylor in rematch

Jack Catterall was calm and mild-mannered when he sat down with The Sporting News to discuss his huge April fight. But something about Josh Taylor flicks a switch in the Englishman.

Dom Farrell

Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall press conference turns ugly

Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall have endured a two-year war of words since their initial controversial fight. It was not surprise to see sparks fly when they came face to face in Edinburgh.

Tom Gray

Manny Pacquiao's Paris Olympics dream ended by IOC

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao was desperate to represent his country at Paris 2024. However, an age restriction for boxing competitors appears to have put paid to his ambitions.

Tom Gray

Foster outpoints Nova to retain WBC 130-pound title

In his Top Rank debut, O'Shaquie Foster successfully defended his WBC super featherweight title with a close points win over Abraham Nova.

Tom Gray

Nontshinga avenges Curiel loss, reclaims world title

It's rare for a fighter to avenge a devastating one-punch knockout, but that's precisely what Sivenathi Nontshinga did in his rematch with Adrian Curiel.

Tom Gray

Is Wayne Rooney going to be a boxer? Latest news on Misfits talks

Wayne Rooney has never made any secret of his love for boxing. But is the former England and Manchester United star set to lace gloves for real?

Dom Farrell

Could Curiel-Nontshinga 2 winner face Teraji?

Adrian Curiel upset the odds to defeat Sivenathi Nontshinga spectacularly. Can he do it again and secure the biggest fight of his life?

Tom Gray

Canelo makes announcement amid Jermall Charlo and retirement rumors

Talk of a potential announcement from undisputed super middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez went viral yesterday and the news is now in. The Sporting News takes a look at the Mexican star's plans for 2024.

Tom Gray

De La Hoya vs Quartey 25 years later

Oscar De La Hoya was all about challenges and he certainly found one when he took on the formidable Ike Quartey in Las Vegas. The Sporting News looks back on a welterweight classic.

Tom Gray

Hamzah Sheeraz dispatches Liam Williams in one-round demolition

Hamzah Sheeraz defended his Commonwealth middleweight title against Liam Williams, moving to 19-0 as he sensationally stopped the former world title challenger inside a round.

Dom Farrell

Garcia scuffles with Haney crew hours after world title bout confirmed

Just hours after the WBC super lightweight world title bout was confirmed, things got heated between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney in Las Vegas.

Tom Naghten

Breaking down price for new Undisputed boxing video game

Undisputed features over 200 boxers and will be available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. How much will it cost? Here is a full breakdown on price for the highly anticipated boxing game.

Daniel Yanofsky

Teofimo Lopez outpoints Ortiz, calls for Bud Crawford

The buildup to Lopez vs. Ortiz showed promise, but the fight delivered next to nothing. Following 12 tedious rounds, 'The Takeover' retained his world titles.

Tom Gray

Will we see Tank Davis vs. Conor Benn?

Conor Benn had barely rested up after turning back the challenge of Peter Dobson before he was involved in a war of words with Gervonta "Tank" Davis. The Sporting News looks into whether this fight is a possibility.

Tom Gray

Fury vs Usyk, a $10m penalty, Beterbiev vs Bivol: What Turki Alalshikh said

Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh moved quickly to reschedule the undisputed heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk

Dom Farrell

What Fury's cut means for Opetaia-Briedis 2

We take a look at the implications Tyson Fury's injury has on the planned rematch between Jai Opetaia and Mairis Briedis.

Tom Naghten

Conor Benn outpoints Peter Dobson in Las Vegas

Welterweight star Conor Benn completes 12 rounds for the first time, outpointing tougher-than-expected American Peter Dobson. The Sporting News covered the main event in Las Vegas.

Tom Gray

Buatsi defeats Azeez on points

Joshua Buatsi needed to defeat his friend and former training partner Dan Azeez to secure a world title fight and he did just that. The Sporting News covered the main event in London.

Tom Gray

Why has Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk been rescheduled?

It's not news that any boxing fan wanted to hear, but the multi-million dollar undisputed showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed. The Sporting News looks at the details surrounding the capitulation of the February 17 date.

Dom Farrell

Fury vs. Usyk is on for May 18

That was quick. Yesterday, it was announced that Fury vs. Usyk was postponed due to 'The Gypsy King' sustaining a nasty cut in sparring. Just over 24 hours we have a new date.

Tom Gray

Bantamweight boxer Kazuki Anaguchi dies

Kazuki Anaguchi, 23, succumbs to the brain injury he sustained during a bout against Seiya Tsutsumi on December 26. It's a tragedy that puts other boxing news in perspective.

Tom Gray

Rocky actor Carl Weathers dies at 76

Hollywood actor Carl Weathers, best known for his role as Apollo Creed in the Rocky franchise, has passed away. The Sporting News looks back on the life and career of the iconic action star.

Tom Gray

Ngannou coach Cooper: Team Combat League is 'future of boxing'

Boxing is the ultimate one-on-one sport, but the brain trust behind Team Combat League is looking to change that perception. The Sporting News spoke to the President of Team Combat League about this exciting new format.

Tom Gray

Will Naoya Inoue fight Ryan Garcia?

Ryan Garcia has plenty of talent and plenty of ambition. However, how seriously can we take his statement regarding a superfight against Japanese multi-weight king Naoya Inoue in the future?

Tom Gray

Russian intelligence priming Kambosos for Lomachenko upset

George Kambosos believes he has an ace up his sleeve when it comes to taking on modern great and three-time world champion, Vasiliy Lomachenko, in Perth on May 12.

Tom Naghten

Will we see a Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia fight?

They competed multiple times in the amateur ranks, but Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia seem destined to go at it again as professionals. The Sporting News takes a look at this potential 140-pound superfight.

Tom Gray

Has Shakur Stevenson retired from boxing for good?

Shakur Stevenson is one of the finest pure boxers in the world today. However, the super-skilled American southpaw is losing patience with the sport's politics and shocked fans by announcing his retirement online.

Tom Gray

Benn: 'I’m willing to spend every last penny I have to fight my innocence'

Conor Benn will box for the second time since failing two drug tests when he faces Peter Dobson in Las Vegas on Saturday. The undefeated British welterweight remains completely convinced of his innocence.

Dom Farrell

Chavez vs. Randall: 30th anniversary of Chavez's first pro loss

Thirty years ago, Frankie Randall faced an 89-0-1 Julio Cesar Chavez, but there was more against him than just a legendary opponent. The Sporting News looks back at one of boxing history's biggest upsets.

Tom Gray

Munguia unlikely to get Canelo showdown next

While Jaime Munguia looked terrific in dispatching John Ryder and deserves a shot at undisputed champion Canelo Alvarez, that doesn't mean he's going to get it. The Sporting News looks at all the reasons why this fight is unlikely to happen next.

Tom Gray

Munguia stops Ryder, would be honored to face Canelo

Jaime Munguia scores a statement win over former two-time world title challenger John Ryder, decking the Englishman multiple times en route to a stoppage. Could Canelo be next?

Tom Gray

Fury insults Usyk's heritage — what was said in fiery leaked interview?

Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury is known for being as effective with mind games as he is with his fists. Will The Gypsy King's notorious psychological warfare affect Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their undisputed heavyweight title fight?

Tom Gray

Jaime Munguia vs. John Ryder: Complete list of undercard fights

Jaime Munguia will put his unbeaten record on the line against unbeaten British super middleweight John Ryder this weekend. Here's what the undercard will look like in Phoenix.

Dom Farrell

Zerafa set for title fight vs. Lara

Michael Zerafa's next fight has been locked in according to recent reports.

Joshua Mayne

Kenshiro Teraji edges Carlos Canizales in a great fight

Kenshiro Teraji was far from his vintage best against gutsy Venezuelan challenger Carlos Canizales, but the Japanese fighter secured a close points triumph before his adoring home support.

Tom Gray

Tim Tszyu the 'right one' for Terence Crawford's next fight

Three-weight world champion Terence Crawford is reportedly looking at making a fight with WBO super welterweight titleholder Tim Tszyu.

Tom Naghten

Did Jai Opetaia floor Tyson Fury?

Tyson Fury seemed to make the perfect choice when he employed Jai Opetaia as a sparring partner ahead of the Oleksandr Usyk showdown. However, their union was all over after five rounds and speculation has been rife about what may have caused the sudden ending.

Tom Gray

Tenshin Nasukawa poised for third pro bout

Tenshin Nasukawa was ridiculed following a swift defeat to Floyd Mayweather in an ill-fated 2018 exhibition match. However, the Japanese star recently entered the professional ranks and he's showing potential.

Tom Gray

Will Teraji fight Bam Rodriguez?

Kenshiro Teraji isn't called 'The Amazing Boy' for nothing. The Japanese boxer-puncher is 14-1 in light flyweight world title fights and may soon infiltrate the flyweight division.

Tom Gray

Natasha Jonas edges Mikaela Mayer in a classic

Natasha Jonas retains the IBF welterweight title following a brutal war with American star Mikaela Mayer in Liverpool. The Sporting News provides a full fight report as well as undercard results.

Tom Gray

Jonas vs. Mayer undercard: Complete list of fights

Find out who's fighting on the undercard of Natasha Jonas vs. Mikaela Mayer, including two title bouts and a professional debut.

Ben Miller

What would a Matchroom vs. Queensberry Saudi Arabia fight card look like?

Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh threw down the gauntlet to Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren to put on a 5 vs. 5, Matchroom vs. Queensberry fight card in Saudi Arabia. Here are the Sporting News' picks for a blockbuster night in Riyadh.

Dom Farrell

Teraji is game for undisputed or Bam superfight

Kenshiro Teraji wants the best opponents and more world title belts in 2024. The Sporting News spoke to the Japanese star who is poised to take on tough contender Carlos Canizales on January 23.

Tom Gray

Will Teraji become a pound-for-pound star?

Unified light flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji has already achieved greatness, but the Japanese warrior still has dragons to slay and critics to silence.

Tom Gray

Will Haney vs. Tank happen in 2024?

Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis are young, unbeaten world champions with a growing rivalry. When will they settle matters in the ring?

Tom Gray

Zerafa title shot nears as champion Lara ordered to face Aussie

Michael Zerafa's long-awaited world title shot has edged closer after the WBA ordered middleweight champion Erislandy Lara to face the Australia.

Tom Naghten

Will Anthony Joshua fight in the UK again? Turki Alalshikh driving boxing's wild new era

Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn sat alongside one another, shook hands on ad-hoc fight cards and told fans they've never had it so good. Unless you want to go and watch Anthony Joshua in person again.

Dom Farrell

Jonas embraces 'fear factor' ahead of Mayer challenge

Two-weight world champion Natasha Jonas has been on a remarkable run over the past 18 months and looks to extend it at the expense of former unified super featherweight titleholder Mikaela Mayer.

Tom Gray

Beterbiev remains lethal, Bivol clash beckons

Some of us thought Artur Beterbiev had seen better days. However, all it took was 19 minutes of action to convince any detractors that the unified champion remains as lethal as ever.

Tom Gray

Beterbiev stops Smith in seventh

Artur Beterbiev retained his IBF, WBC and WBO light heavyweight titles by stopping former super middleweight champion Callum Smith in the seventh round.

Andreas Hale

Beterbiev's perfect KO ratio continues with stoppage of Smith

Unified light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev kept his perfect knockout streak intact as he stopped Callum Smith and set up an undisputed light heavyweight title fight with Dmitry Bivol for later this year.

Andreas Hale

Artur Beterbiev's atypical test explained

The world title fight between reigning unified light heavyweight champ Artur Beterbiev and challenger Callum Smith was a new subplot. The Sporting News looks into Beterbiev's atypical test result, what it means, and what is doesn't mean.

Tom Gray

Callum Smith record, titles ahead of Beterbiev fight

As he prepares to face Artur Beterbiev, here's a look at British boxer Callum Smith's record, titles, knockouts, best wins and more.

Ben Miller

Joe Frazier's five greatest fights

Former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier is inextricably linked to the life and legacy of arch-rival Muhammad Ali. However, the legendary left hooker has a very special legacy of his own.

Tom Gray

Ohara Davies blames Las Vegas air-con for Barroso loss

After Ohara Davies blamed air conditioning for his first-round stoppage at the hands of Ismael Barroso, here are some other notable excuses boxers have given after defeats.

Tom Gray

Nicolson reveals plans for Aussie world title fight

Australia’s Skye Nicolson is hopeful of bringing a world title fight back home in early 2024, with discussions underway to face Sarah Mahfoud in Brisbane in April.

Tom Naghten

Will we see Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery in 2024?

Naoya Inoue reigns supreme at 122 pounds, but there's no shortage of challengers at super bantamweight, and 'The Monster' might finally get to tangle with an old foe.

Tom Gray

Will Devin Haney move to welterweight?

Devin Haney is one of the best fighters in the world today, but after just one win at 140 pounds, options are already looking limited in this weight class. Is welterweight next for 'The Dream'?

Tom Gray

What do Errol Spence Jr and Joe Frazier have in common?

A boxer can lose a fight due to eye problems and, if serious enough, they can also lose their careers. Former welterweight champ Errol Spence Jr. has had a cross to bare when it comes to his eyesight.

Tom Gray

Artur Beterbiev is the perfect knockout artist

Going up against Artur Beterbiev is one of the most daunting tasks in world boxing. If you have any doubts about that, then we'll just let the statistics speak for themselves.

Tom Gray

Moloney a man on a mission ahead of maiden world title defence

Australia's Jason Moloney on a mission to prove he's the best bantamweight in the world ahead of the first defence of his WBO title against Saul Sanchez in Canada.

Tom Naghten

Stevie Spark makes shock retirement call

Australian boxing fan favourite Stevie Spark (16-3) has announced his shock retirement from the sport.

Tom Naghten

Golden Boy responds to Tony Weeks' Ortiz-Lawson aneurysm claim

The controversy surrounding Vergil Ortiz Jr's first-round stoppage win over Fredrick Lawson has gone to a completely different level.

Tom Gray

Beterbiev vs. Smith: Bivol, Arthur give expert predictions

Artur Beterbiev will put his IBF, WBC and WBO light heavyweight titles on the line against former super middleweight champion Callum Smith on January 13. WBA champion Dmitry Bivol will be an interested observer.

Dom Farrell

Tim Tszyu responds to Vergil Ortiz Jr’s call out after his TKO win

It took Vergil Ortiz Jr. just under one round upon his return from a lengthy, injury enforced absence to grab a win over Fredrick Lawson. He then wasted no time in calling out reigning WBO junior middleweight champion, Tim Tszyu.

Mark Molyneux

Ortiz Jr. stops Lawson in round one

Despite having been out of the ring for 17 months, Vergil Ortiz Jr. opened up fast in his first bout back. But while the young Texan secured the finish, it wasn't as definitive as he'd have liked.

Andreas Hale

Joshua's 2024 mission mapped out by Ngannou megafight

After Deontay Wilder fumbled the bag and with Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are committed to one another, Anthony Joshua will aim to keep the good times rolling against Francis Ngannou after a tough few years.

Dom Farrell

Ortiz Jr. dares boxing's elite to test him

Vergil Ortiz Jr. discusses why his time away from boxing dealing with health issues will be the reason he ends up fighting the biggest names in the sport.

Andreas Hale

Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller charged with carjacking

Heavyweight Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller is best known for abusing performance-enhancing drugs, and now it's alleged that he's added carjacking and burglary with assault to his list of accolades.

Tom Gray

Why 'four-belt era' talk in boxing is disrespectful

What Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue accomplished in 2023 was extraordinary, but don't make the mistake of believing they were the first male fighters to become double undisputed world champions.

Tom Gray

Why Crawford edges Inoue on the pound-for-pound list

Double undisputed champions Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue were brilliant in 2023 and added to their Hall of Fame legacies. However, only one of them could top boxing's pound-for-pound list.

Tom Gray

Terence Crawford wins Men's Fighter of the Year

He may have only had one fight but it's all Terence Crawford needed to cement his place as The Sporting News' Men's Fighter of the Year for 2023.

Andreas Hale

Boxing Awards: Katie Taylor wins Women's Fighter of the Year

Katie Taylor may have suffered the first loss of her professional career but how she overcame adversity to become a two-division undisputed champion is why she's The Sporting News' Women's Fighter of the Year.

Andreas Hale

Boxing Awards 2023: Fight, Trainer, Upset and Knockout of the Year

Fight of the Year, Knockout of the Year, Trainer of the Year and Upset of the Year. The Sporting News celebrates the best moments in boxing from the electric showdown between O'Shaquie 'Shock' Foster and Rocky Hernandez, to Adrian Curiel's one-punch stunner against Sivenathi Nontshinga.

Tom Gray

The Sporting News' boxing ratings: Rules and regulations

The rules behind the Sporting News' pound-for-pound and divisional boxing ratings, including the stance on inactivity and failed PED tests.

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Full list of undisputed champions in boxing as Inoue joins Crawford in history

How many undisputed boxing champions have there been, and are there four belts or five? The Sporting News provides the full list after Naoya Inoue joined Terence Crawford in the history books.

Dom Farrell

Full card results: Inoue vs Tapales

Naoya Inoue underlined his status as a modern-day boxing great with an authoritative 10th round stoppage of Marlon Tapales to become undisputed bantamweight champion. It is a little over a year since Inoue similarly cleaned out the bantamweight division.

Dom Farrell

Inoue scores TKO 10 vs Tapales, becomes undisputed super bantamweight champion

Naoya Inoue became a two-weight undisputed king as he stopped Marlon Tapales in Tokyo, adding the IBF and WBA super bantamweight titles to his WBC and WBO belts.

Dom Farrell

The five biggest fights for Naoya Inoue

Naoya Inoue is a huge favourite to become a double undisputed champion when he faces Marlon Tapales on December 26. That being the case, The Sporting News looks at five fantasy matchups that could test the formidable skills of The Monster.

Tom Gray

Can Marlon Tapales beat Naoya Inoue?

Despite his class and world championship credentials, Marlon Tapales is a huge underdog in his undisputed super bantamweight title clash against Naoya Inoue. The Sporting News assesses this eagerly anticipated Boxing Day matchup.

Tom Gray

Will Inoue become P4P No.1 with win over Tapales?

While they can never face off in the ring due to the difference in weight, the battle for pound-for-pound continues between boxing superstars Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue.

Tom Gray

Boxing on Boxing Day: Inoue and Tapales to join Ali and Johnson in the history books

Naoya Inoue and Marlon Tapales will contest undisputed status at super bantamweight in Tokyo on December 26. While Boxing Day is not always a busy date on the combat calendar, some of the biggest names in history have been in action over the years.

Dom Farrell

Anthony Joshua saved heavyweight boxing in 2023

What would have been an awful year for the integrity of heavyweight boxing was saved by a man who was written off at this time a year ago: Anthony Joshua.

Andreas Hale

What would happen if Joshua faced Ngannou?

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has already shaken the hell out of one elite-level heavyweight. What is he capable of doing for an encore?

Tom Gray

Day of Reckoning: Joshua demolishes Wallin as Parker shocks Wilder

Anthony Joshua forced Otto Wallin to quit on his stool after five rounds but a mooted Saudi Arabian showdown with Deontay Wilder is in tatters after his heavyweight rival was well beaten by Joseph Parker.

Dom Farrell

Joshua's next fight: 2024 dates with Hrgovic or Ngannou possible

Anthony Joshua beat former amateur rival Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia – and the two-time heavyweight world champion could be in line for a massive 2024.

Dom Farrell

Joshua stops Wallin but Wilder is dominated by Parker

What will happen when some of the biggest stars in boxing compete for the ultimate bragging rights? The Sporting News will provide updates and full results from the Day of Reckoning boxing card.

Andreas Hale

Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin results: AJ dominates Day of Reckoning main event as Wilder fight goes up in smoke

Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua wanted to stay active in 2023 and dutifully posted his third win of the year by scoring a convincing fifth-round TKO over Otto Wallin on Saturday.

Tom Gray

Deontay Wilder vs. Joseph Parker full card results

Deontay Wilder has boxed one round since losing to Tyson Fury in October 2021. Fellow former world champion Joseph Parker will look to seize upon any ring rust and secure the upset in Saudi Arabia.

Dom Farrell

Is 'Day of Reckoning' the greatest boxing event of all time?

The December 23 'Day of Reckoning' boxing event featuring Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder is loaded with stars but how does it stack up against the greatest boxing events of all time?

Andreas Hale

Dmitry Bivol dominates Lyndon Arthur to move towards undisputed

Dmitry Bivol won a shutout 12-round decision over Lyndon Arthur to retain his WBA light heavyweight title. Bivol dropped the Englishman in the 11th and is in line to face the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Callum Smith next year.

Tom Gray

Dubois delivers epic late heavyweight stoppage of Miller

Daniel Dubois ended his acrimonious set-to with Jarrell Miller by knocking out the American with seconds remaining on the Day of Reckoning undercard in Saudi Arabia.

Ben Miller

Wilder: AJ has nowhere to run

Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua will box on the same blockbuster Saudi card on December 23. The Bronze Bomber believes his long-time rival has run out of options to avoid him.

Dom Farrell

What you need to know (so far) about AJ, Wilder Saudi Arabia fight card

Could we see a huge fight card featuring some of the top heavyweights in boxing? Here's all you need to know about the rumored Saudi Arabia boxing card.

Daniel Yanofsky

Why is Ben Davison training Anthony Joshua for Otto Wallin fight?

Anthony Joshua has been coached by Robert Garcia and Derrick James since splitting with Rob McCracken. Logistical challenges meant another switch to Ben Davison ahead of Saturday's Saudi showdown with Otto Wallin.

Dom Farrell

Champion Opetaia knocks out Zorro in first round

Jai Opetaia knocked out Ellis Zorro in the first round of the Day of Reckoning card – and promoter Eddie Hearn said afterwards that he expects the Australian to step up and rule the heavyweight division.

Ben Miller

Joshua vs Wilder date, time, channel, venue for 2024 boxing fight

Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder are set to fight in 2024 – here's the latest on the date, venue and more for the heavyweight boxing match.

Ben Miller

How does Inoue beat Tapales?

The Sporting News breaks down what Naoya Inoue will have to do in order to defeat Marlon Tapales and become the undisputed super bantamweight champion.

Andreas Hale

The meaning of The Ring Magazine belt as Opetaia defends title

Jai Opetaia and Ellis Zorro will fight for The Ring cruisterweight title on the 'Day of Reckoning' card on Saturday. Here's the lowdown on the belt.

Ben Miller

Opetaia following in the footsteps of Holyfield and Usyk

In two cruiserweight championship bouts, Jai Opetaia has taken his reputation to new heights. The Australian star is now gearing up for a Ring Magazine title defence against unbeaten British star Ellis Zorro in Riyadh.

Tom Gray

Parker aims to nix Wilder vs Joshua plans

Joseph Parker previews his showdown versus Deontay Wilder on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.

Tom Gray

Australian Boxing Awards 2023

Sporting News reveals our Australian Boxing Awards for 2023, including Knockout, Fight, Performance and Fighter of the Year.

Tom Naghten

Wallin: Southpaw stance and Ruiz lessons key to win vs. Joshua

Swedish lefty Otto Wallin is in the role of stepping stone according to most experts, but the 33-year-old is in Riyadh to win and his ultimate goal is become heavyweight champion of the world.

Tom Gray

Wilder: Parker will be in la-la land, as if he's on mushrooms

Deontay Wilder wants to knock Joseph Parker out of the ring on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.

Tom Gray

Will Vasiliy Lomachenko and George Kambosos fight in 2024?

We take a look at the reports around a possible IBF lightweight world title fight between Vasiliy Lomachenko and George Kambosos happening in Australia in 2024.

Tom Naghten

Australian boxing's new golden age is upon us

We take a look back at the performance of Aussie boxers on the world stage in 2023, and look forward to 2024, in what could be Australia's most productive boxing era yet.

Tom Naghten

Anthony Joshua: I'll leave boxing when I'm at the bottom

Antony Joshua discusses his exit plan and previews his upcoming bout against Otto Wallin, on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.

Tom Gray

Why AJ didn't fight Jarrell Miller

Anthony Joshua has taken on the vast majority of this era's top heavyweights. However, while a 2019 bout with Jarrell 'Big Baby' Miller was scheduled, it fell apart amid controversy and scandal.

Tom Gray

Will Bivol vs. Canelo 2 happen?

In their May 2022 clash, Dmitry Bivol proved to be Canelo's master when he earned a 12-round unanimous decision over the Mexican star in Las Vegas. Will we ever see a rematch?

Tom Gray

How Jai Opetaia’s sacrifices have led him to the biggest fight of his career

It's been a rapid rise to the pinnacle of boxing for Australian Jai Opetaia, taking the world by storm as he fought his way to a perfect 23-0 record.

Jed Wells

Fighting & fishing: Opetaia on the cusp of a big haul

Jai Opetaia is widely recognised as the world's best cruiserweight. We spent a day in camp with the Australian southpaw ahead of his fight with Ellis Zorro at 'Day of Reckoning' in Saudi Arabia.

Tom Naghten

Arthur plotting upset mission against 'favourite fighter' Bivol

Lyndon Arthur has been handed a dream opportunity on a boxing card like no other against WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol. But the Manchester fighter's preparations have taken place in very familiar surroundings.

Dom Farrell

Bivol: Forget about Canelo, I want Beterbiev for 175 lbs undisputed

Dmitry Bivol was fighter of the year in 2022. After spending 2023 away from the spotlight, the WBA light heavyweight champion returns in Saudi Arabia on Saturday against Lyndon Arthur.

Dom Farrell

Opetaia vacates IBF title ahead of Zorro clash

Jai Opetaia has vacated his IBF cruiserweight title after an agreement couldn’t be reached to allow him an exemption to make a voluntary defence.

Tom Naghten

Conor Wallace vs. Mose Auimatagi Jnr date, start time, odds & card

Everything you need to know as Conor Wallace and Mose Auimatagi Jnr fight in Brisbane on Wednesday, December 20.

Tom Naghten

Bam Rodriguez is pound-for-pound material

In 22 months, Bam Rodriguez has won two world titles at flyweight and one at super flyweight. He has also taken down Carlos Cuadras, Srisaket Sor Rungvisai, and Sunny Edwards. The pound-for-pound list is calling for the amiable Texan.

Tom Gray

Bam Rodriguez stops Sunny Edwards in nine

It was an excellent build-up and an excellent fight. Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez made his point with a terrific win over Sunny Edwards to unify the IBF and WBO flyweight titles.

Tom Gray

Jake Paul knocks out Andre August

Looking to elevate himself to the next level, Jake Paul took on Andre August, the second boxer he has ever faced. "The Problem Child" proved he belonged in boxing with a huge knockout win.

Daniel Yanofsky

Jake Paul vs. Andre August full card results

The Sporting News will provided results from the full Paul vs. August card, where Paul beat August via knockout.

Daniel Yanofsky

Goodman remains undefeated, Wilson overcomes England

Sam Goodman improved to 17-0 with a clinical unanimous decision win over Zhong Liu in Sydney on Friday night. In the chief support, former world title challenger Liam Wilson did just enough to get past the ultra-tough Jackson England.

Tom Naghten

The top 5 greatest fights from Showtime Boxing

Founded in 1986, Showtime Boxing produced some of the greatest fights in the sport's history. The Sporting News looks back on five unforgettable world title bouts.

Tom Gray

Streams, channels to watch Jake Paul vs. Andre August

Here's everything you need to know about where to watch Jake Paul's fight on December 15 including live streams, TV channels, price and more. Don't miss any of the action from Orlando, FL as Paul returns to the ring against Andre August.

Daniel Yanofsky

Will Bam vs. Edwards winner enter the P4P list?

The best of the best face off at flyweight on Saturday when Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez meets fellow world titleholder Sunny Edwards. Will the winner emerge as one of the finest pound-for-pound fighters in the world?

Tom Gray

How Sunny Edwards beats 'Bam' Rodriguez

While Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez is unquestionably the biggest test of Sunny Edwards' career to date, the Englishman's fighting style is poison for even the very best.

Tom Gray

How 'Bam' beats Sunny Edwards

The Sporting News breaks down what Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez will have to do in order to defeat Sunny Edwards and unify the flyweight titles on December 16.

Andreas Hale

Everything you need to know about Goodman & Wilson double-header

After a big year, No Limit Boxing is treating fans to one more show before we roll into 2024, with Sam Goodman (16-0) and Liam Wilson (12-2) to headline a double-header in Sydney on December 15.

Tom Naghten

Billam-Smith comes from behind to stop Masternak in eight

Chris Billam-Smith makes a successful first defence of his WBO cruiserweight title and pledges to unify the division or clash with old foe Richard Riakporhe.

Tom Gray

Mayweather-esque: Haney put on a masterclass against Prograis

Devin Haney was favored to beat Regis Prograis and become a two-weight world champion. However, The Dream's incredible performance level is what everyone is talking about in the aftermath.

Tom Gray

Rafael Espinoza shocks Robeisy Ramirez in Florida

Robeisy Ramirez was expected to swat lanky challenger Rafael Espinoza aside and move on to bigger things. Instead, the former amateur star suffered the second loss of his professional career.

Tom Gray

Devin Haney floors and dominates Regis Prograis

Devin Haney is now a two-division world champion and is solidified as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world following a career-best performance against Regis Prograis.

Tom Gray

Devin Haney embarrasses Regis Prograis in emphatic points triumph

Devin Haney easily defeats Regis Prograis, who was reduced to chasing shadows at the Chase Center in San Francisco. "The Dream" turned in the finest performance of his career to date and is now a two-weight world champion.

Tom Gray

Paro claims career-best win with sixth round stoppage of Love

Liam Paro put himself right in the super lightweight world title picture with a career-best stoppage win over Montana Love.

Tom Naghten

Yoshida claims IBF bantamweight title with upset victory over Bridges

Japanese veteran Miyo Yoshida became a two-weight world champion with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Ebanie Bridges in San Francisco.

Tom Naghten

Regis Prograis doesn't think Haney is great

Regis Prograis believes that his time is now and Devin Haney selected the wrong fighter to make his debut at 140 pounds. The WBC super lightweight champion spoke to The Sporting News about getting to this moment and stepping into his superstardom.

Andreas Hale

Prime Video partners with Premier Boxing Champions

The recent announcement that Showtime Championship Boxing was coming to an end meant uncertain times ahead for PBC's roster of fighters. Less than two months on, Prime Video has stepped in to save the day.

Tom Gray

Is Devin Haney overrated?

How good is Devin Haney? Ahead of his December 9 fight with Regis Prograis for the WBC super lightweight title, we take a look at the 25-year-old's career thus far and see if the criticism is warranted.

Andreas Hale

How to bet on Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis: Expert picks and tips

Former undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney goes after a world title in a new weight class when he challenges Regis Prograis for the WBC super lightweight title and The Sporting News provides how to bet on this championship fight.

Andreas Hale

Nicolson vs. Mahfoud ordered for vacant WBC title

Skye Nicolson will face Denmark’s Sarah Mahfoud for the vacant WBC featherweight world championship after Amanda Serrano vacated the title.

Tom Naghten

How realistic is Naoya Inoue vs. Robeisy Ramirez?

Will the stars align for a duel between double Olympic champ and reigning WBO featherweight titleholder Robeisy Ramirez and pound-for-pound stalwart Naoya Inoue? The Sporting News takes a deep dive into this potential showdown.

Tom Gray

Who is the defending world champ in Haney vs. Prograis?

Two elite-level fighters square off for the WBC super lightweight title in what many perceive as a 50-50 fight. However, before the opening bell, the champion is playing second fiddle to the challenger.

Tom Gray

Amanda Serrano relinquishes WBC featherweight title

Amanda Serrano, one of the biggest names in women’s boxing, has taken the significant step of relinquishing one of her titles. Here's what we know.

Tom Naghten

The shoulder roll is not for Ryan Garcia

There was plenty to like in Ryan Garcia's comeback win over Oscar Duarte, but the hotshot Californian needs to dump one defensive technique ASAP.

Tom Gray

Ryan Garcia stops Oscar Duarte in the 8th round

Ryan Garcia's return to the ring was a successful one as he scored an 8th round knockout of Oscar Duarte.

Andreas Hale

Full fight results from Ryan Garcia vs. Oscar Duarte

Ryan Garcia's return to action was successful as he sent Oscar Duarte packing with an 8th round knockout.

Andreas Hale

'I was going to kill myself, I've turned my life around': Inspirational Jordan Gill stuns Conlan

Jordan Gill spoke unflinchingly about dark times outside of the boxing ring after a stunning upset win over Michael Conlan in Belfast that can reignite the former European champion's career.

Dom Farrell

All you need to know about Mike Tyson's latest legal issue

Mike Tyson's fighting days are behind him, but he still can pack a punch or two. A JetBlue passenger found that out the hard way.

Daniel Yanofsky

Ryan Garcia ready for the ultimate comeback

Sitting with Chris Mannix, Ryan Garcia aired all grievances and talking about his future in boxing. That includes fighting for gold.

Daniel Yanofsky

Who is Ryan Garcia's new trainer?

Boxing superstar Ryan Garcia has been playing musical chairs with trainers for the past two years. Will the young hot California hotshot come good under the guidance of Derrick James?

Tom Gray

Behind the feud between Ryan Garcia and Golden Boy Promotions

Tensions are high between Ryan Garcia and Golden Boy Promotions, but there is a history that precedes this as Canelo Alvarez once had a similar set of issues with his promoter.

Andreas Hale

'Schoolyard bulls**t': Paro responds to Stevenson sparring clip

Australian super lightweight contender Liam Paro says he’s got no time for “schoolyard bullsh*t” after being inadvertently caught in the middle of some classic boxing social media drama.

Tom Naghten

How to bet on Ryan Garcia vs. Oscar Duarte: Expert picks and tips

Ryan Garcia will make his debut as a super lightweight against Oscar Duarte on December 2 and The Sporting News provides insight on how to bet on Garcia's return to a boxing ring.

Andreas Hale

What Haney's decision to vacate titles means for Tank, Shakur, Loma, Kambosos and more

Undisputed lightweight world champion Devin Haney has made the call to vacate his titles. We take a look at who's next in line for each belt and the fights which could be made.

Tom Naghten

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