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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Naoya Inoue is on the verge of making yet more boxing history when he takes on Filipino lefty Marlon Tapales in Tokyo on December 26.
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.
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.
Joseph Parker previews his showdown versus Deontay Wilder on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
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.
Deontay Wilder wants to knock Joseph Parker out of the ring on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
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
Antony Joshua discusses his exit plan and previews his upcoming bout against Otto Wallin, on the Day of Reckoning heavyweight megacard.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Sporting News will provided results from the full Paul vs. August card, where Paul beat August via knockout.
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.
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.
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?
The Sporting News takes a closer look at the title unification showdown between Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez and Sunny Edwards from a betting perspective and offers some insight on how to bet on this phenomenal showdown between unbeaten champions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Liam Paro put himself right in the super lightweight world title picture with a career-best stoppage win over Montana Love.
Japanese veteran Miyo Yoshida became a two-weight world champion with a dominant unanimous decision victory over Ebanie Bridges in San Francisco.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Skye Nicolson will face Denmark’s Sarah Mahfoud for the vacant WBC featherweight world championship after Amanda Serrano vacated the title.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ryan Garcia's return to the ring was a successful one as he scored an 8th round knockout of Oscar Duarte.
Ryan Garcia's return to action was successful as he sent Oscar Duarte packing with an 8th round knockout.
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.
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.
Sitting with Chris Mannix, Ryan Garcia aired all grievances and talking about his future in boxing. That includes fighting for gold.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
IBF bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges (9-1) will look to record the second defence of her world title when she faces Japan's Miyo Yoshida (16-4) in San Francisco on December 9 (Dec. 10 in Australia).
Although the loss to Gervonta Davis was devastating, Ryan Garcia appears to have the maturity to use that loss as fuel to make him a better fighter and the rebuild begins on December 2 against Oscar Duarte.
Australia’s Skye Nicolson remains adamant she is the woman to dethrone Amanda Serrano at featherweight, even if the Puerto Rican superstar has other plans.
Talented boxer-puncher Ryan Garcia was last seen under the wheels of "Tank" Davis. The young Californian now looks to get back to winning ways against Oscar Duarte in Houston.
After the brutal destruction of Demetrius Andrade, there is no other fight in the super middleweight division that fans want to see outside of Canelo vs. David Benavidez. What's stopping it from happening?
Katie Taylor entered the ring with the best resume in women's boxing. She exited the ring with an even better one and another undisputed championship.
Demetrius Andrade displayed flashes of brilliance early on against David Benavidez but ultimately succumbed to one of the best offensive fighters in the world today.
David Benavidez extends his unbeaten record to 28-0 (24 KOs) by grinding down former two-weight world champion Demetrius Andrade. Is Canelo ready for "The Mexican Monster"?
Katie Taylor gained a stunning revenge win over Chantelle Cameron to become the undisputed super lightweight champion. Croke Park blockbusters await in 2024.
Katie Taylor came into the rematch with Chantelle Cameron with a new attitude, a new game plan, and she's the new undisputed super lightweight champion of the world.
For the first time in her career, Katie Taylor entered the ring as the underdog. She exited the ring as a two-weight undisputed world champion after scoring a hard-fought 10-round majority decision over Chantelle Cameron.
Skye Nicolson is targetting big fights in 2024 and turned in the most authoritative performance of her professional career when she stopped Lucy Wildheart in the ninth round to retain her WBC interim featherweight title.
David Benavidez has been calling for a fight with Canelo Alvarez for years but seems to have changed his focus as he defends his WBC interim super middleweight title against Demetrius Andrade on November 25.
Claressa Shields is widely recognized as the best women's fighter in the world but does the winner of the rematch between Chantelle Cameron and Katie Taylor have a chance to pass her as the number one on the women's pound for pound list?
Two world-world class fighters will collide and someone's "0" has got to go. The interim WBC super middleweight title will be at stake when David Benavidez and Demetrius Andrade square off in Las Vegas.
Will Tony Bellew's ring bravery translate over to the jungle when the ex-world champion appears on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here?
It's been an endless wait for Demetrius Andrade to enter big-fight territory. Well, the moment finally approaches for the Rhode Island star who faces David Benavidez in a battle of unbeaten fighters on November 25 in Las Vegas.
The long-awaited showdown between Tim Tszyu and Jermell Charlo appears to have slipped further away after the American vacated his IBF super welterweight title.
Will it be repeat or revenge when Chantelle Cameron squares off against Katie Taylor at the 3Arena in Dublin? The Sporting News offers odds and a final prediction on the outcome of this eagerly anticipated rematch.
Years after negotiations between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder's teams over a fight almost ended in a deal, the pair are on the same card in Saudi Arabia in December. Why haven't they faced each other yet?
Shakur Stevenson won a unanimous decision over Edwin De Los Santos in an underwhelming performance.
Shakur Stevenson is now a three-weight world champion, but the Newark star fails to dazzle in Las Vegas. The Sporting News will provide results from the entire Stevenson vs. Edwin De Los Santos fight card.
Against Francis Ngannou, Tyson Fury looked no part of the great heavyweight he's proved himself to be over the past several years. However, don't expect that version of "The Gypsy King" to show up for work against Oleksandr Usyk on February 17.
Shakur Stevenson is a pound-for-pound entrant and a two-weight world champion, but a lot of potential opponents can't get away from him quickly enough. The Sporting News looks at six fantasy matchups for Stevenson and offers predictions.
Shakur Stevenson is tired of talking, tired of fighters ducking him, and tired of the media spinning their own narratives about his career. On Thursday in Las Vegas, he plans to take his frustrations out on Edwin De Los Santos and become a three-division world champion.
Foul-mouthed and focused, Anthony Joshua told his rivals on Wednesday that he is ready to rule the heavyweight division again.
In a show reminiscent of the Las Vegas-based Don King extravaganzas from the 1990s, a plethora of elite-level fighters will throw down in Saudi Arabia. The Sporting News analyses the matchups and offers up early predictions.
Pound-for-pound entrant Shakur Stevenson will have the weekend off as he bids to become a three-weight world champion at the expense of Edwin De Los Santos.
Many boxing insiders knew that Manny Pacquiao was a world-class fighter, but virtually no one expected the Filipino icon to make easy work of the legendary Marco Antonio Barrera.
It's been a busy 2023 in and out of the ring for Campbell Hatton. The undefeated super-lightweight sat down to tell the Sporting News about lessons learned from Virgil Hunter, Manny Robles and Jack Catterall.
From Anthony Joshua to Joseph Parker, which fighters could Francis Ngannou face next and what have they said about a potential bout in Saudi Arabia on December 23?
Both Joe Cordina and O'Shaquie Foster are unbeaten world champions and exciting fighters. But will this fight fall apart at the negotiating table?
Efe Ajagba has set himself up as a heavyweight title contender of the future with a clinical victory over Australia's Joe Goodall in Lake Tahoe on Saturday (Sunday in Australia).
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Joe Cordina claimed a thrilling majority-decision win over Edward Vazquez to retain his IBF super-featherweight title in Monte Carlo. On the undercard, Adrian Curiel claimed a shock KO-victory over Sivenathi Nontshinga to win the IBF light flyweight championship
Australian heavyweight Joe Goodall is hoping to break into the upper echelons of the heavyweight division with another upset victory, this time over Efe Ajagba in Lake Tahoe on November 4 (Nov. 5 in Australia).
The winner of the undisputed heavyweight title bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will join a very exclusive club. The Sporting News revisits all five occasions, since 1978, when a new undisputed heavyweight champ was crowned.
South African star Sivenathi Nontshinga is a wonderfully skilled boxer-puncher with a sense of destiny and he's putting the entire light flyweight division on notice.
Francis Ngannou embarrassed Tyson Fury in Riyadh last Saturday. But heavyweight boxing has been willingly making a show of itself for far longer.
Joe Cordina is one of British boxing's most talented world champions and he's in the form of his life. The Welsh Wizard returns against Edward Vazquez this Saturday.
Almost nothing was expected of Francis Ngannou in his boxing match with Tyson Fury, but the former UFC heavyweight champ provided The Gypsy King with arguably the toughest test of his career to date.
Francis Ngannou almost pulled off the biggest upset in the history of sports against Tyson Fury. And now the world wonders what Ngannou will do next as his unlikely story continues.
Tyson Fury survived a third-round knockdown and avoided a massive upset with a split-decision victory over former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a 10-round main event at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Tyson Fury may have escaped with the win in Saudi Arabia but Francis Ngannou ended up being the real winner with a story made for Hollywood.
Tyson Fury's fight with Francis Ngannou is also the first boxing match for both men in Saudi Arabia. What will the temperatures be like for the undercard and headliners?
Lightweight standout Keyshawn Davis has been suspended from boxing for 90 days, his latest victory has been changed to a no-contest, and his December 9 date with Jose Pedraza has been cancelled.
The Sporting News takes a look at the biggest upsets in sports history and where Francis Ngannou beating Tyson Fury would rank if it happened.
Amanda Serrano and Danila Ramos competed in a historic women's boxing matchup for featherweight gold. The Sporting News provided results from the entire fight card.
Francis Ngannou will look to shock the world when he steps into the ring with WBC champion Tyson Fury. But is he a complete novice?
Not since Muhammad Ali faced Antonio Inoki has the heavyweight champion of the world been a part of such a spectacle. The Sporting News looks at the similarities and differences between Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou and Ali vs. Inoki.
Tyson Fury will not be defending his WBC world heavyweight boxing title when he fights Francis Ngannou. Here's why.
Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury are both fans of Mike Tyson, but the former heavyweight boxing champion has been part of the MMA fighter's camp for the crossover bout. Is he acting as Ngannou's trainer and will he be in Saudi Arabia?
Francis Ngannou's boxing match with Tyson Fury comes little more than a decade after he made an arduous journey across continents in the hope of becoming a professional fighter. Here's where the heavyweight is from and a look at his story.
Tyson Fury will face former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a non-title bout. How should you bet on this historic matchup? The Sporting News breaks it down.
Naoya Inoue and Marlon Tapales will have the chance to make history in what will be boxing's first-ever undisputed super bantamweight title fight.
Former UFC champion Francis Ngannou and WBC titlist Tyson Fury held their first event together before their boxing match in Saudi Arabia in October – and both claimed that the fight will be a momentous spectacle.
While it's almost impossible to believe that Francis Ngannou will take on the heavyweight champion of the world in his first professional fight, he's not the first man to try it.
Boxing fans have been salivating over the prospect of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk for more than two years. The bout will crown the first undisputed heavyweight champion this century.
Jack Catterall claimed a unanimous decision win over Jorge Linares that the Venezuelan icon insisted will be the final fight of his career. The Josh Taylor rematch is once again in Catterall's sights.
Super lightweight contender Jack Catterall boxed to a unanimous decision win over former three-weight world champion Jorge Linares in Liverpool on Saturday. On the undercard, Aqib Fiaz and Reece Bellotti contest the vacant Commonwealth super featherweight crown.
An all-heavyweight undercard will set up Tyson Fury's crossover boxing match with ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou.
Tim Tszyu looked excellent in dismantling Brian Mendoza in his maiden WBO title defense and once again called out Jermell Charlo. The Sporting News assesses the field at 154 pounds.
Tommy Fury beat KSI by decision at the Misfits Boxing event in Manchester. But the hometown fighter was disappointed with his own efforts and those of the referee.
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Tim Tszyu hopes to use his WBO super welterweight title to set up a showdown with Jermell Charlo in Las Vegas at the same time as the NRL's season-opener.
Tim Tszyu recorded the first defence of his WBO super welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Brian Mendoza on the Gold Coast on Sunday.
Tim Tszyu has retained his WBO super welterweight world title with a unanimous decision victory over an incredibly brave challenger in American Brian Mendoza.
Janibek Alimkhanuly joined fellow countryman Gennadiy Golovkin as the latest unified champion at middleweight. The Sporting News broke down his dominant performance, while covering the rest of the fight card.
The Sporting News will provide results from the full MF & DAZN: X Series card featuring KSI, Tommy Fury, Logan Paul, Dillon Danis, and more.
Tommy Fury won an uninspired decision over KSI while Dillon Danis managed to get himself disqualified against Logan Paul.
The heated rivalry came to a head in the boxing ring where one fighter attempted to turn it into an MMA fight. Find out what happened in the highly anticipated fight.
The punches began flying very early after Logan Paul and Dillon Danis agreed to settle their differences in the ring. The Sporting News takes a look at the litigious hostility that has developed during the buildup.
Just over a week removed from his defeat to Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, Jermell Charlo has been ordered by the IBF to defend his super welterweight title against mandatory challenger, Bakhram Murtazaliev.
Chris Eubank Jr. has worked with a succession of trainers over the course of his career. He could be looking for another after Brian McIntyre's arrest on gun charges.
From celebrated boxing trainer to prison inmate, it's been a crazy period for Brian 'BoMac' McIntyre, who escaped a jail term after being found in possession of a firearm in the UK.
Leigh Wood has defeated four Ring Magazine-rated featherweights and has the best resume in the division right now. The Nottingham man deserves his spot on top.
WBA featherweight champion Leigh Wood put his title on the line against British rival Josh Warrington in Sheffield, scoring a stunning seventh-round knockout win after falling behind on the cards.
Newly-minted world champion Tim Tszyu has a star-studded hitlist in mind to cement his status as one of boxing’s pound-for-pound best.
Ginjiro Shigeoka will challenge Daniel Valadares for the IBF minimumweight title, while older brother Yudai faces long-reigning WBC boss Petchmanee CP Freshmart on the same card.
Tim Tszyu is now a world champion, but the hard-hitting Australian has a fight pending and there's no time to celebrate. The Sporting News spoke to "The Soul Taker" about opponent Brian Mendoza and Canelo vs. Charlo.
What did we learn from Saul Alvarez's dominant victory over Jermell Charlo and is it true that the old Canelo is back?
The fight was tabbed as undisputed vs. undisputed, but Canelo vs. Charlo turned out to be unapologetically boring. SN's deputy editor Tom Gray gives his opinions on Canelo vs. Charlo.
Canelo Alvarez makes it three wins in a row by turning back the challenge of Jermell Charlo at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The Mexican star claimed a unanimous decision to retain the undisputed super middleweight title.
Canelo Alvarez dominates from start to finish is an underwhelming fight and retains his status as the undisputed super middleweight champion.
Australia's Jai Opetaia has retained the IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight world titles with a dominant beatdown of Englishman Jordan Thompson at the Wembley Arena.
The Sporting News breaks down the odds for the Jai Opetaia versus Jordan Thompson world title fight, as well as the supporting bouts, which will take place at the OVO Arena Wembley on Saturday.
The Sporting News breaks down the odds for the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo world title fight, as well as the supporting bouts, which will take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Tim Tszyu has laughed off Jermell Charlo’s suggestion the Australian is a “paper champion” ahead of this weekend’s Las Vegas blockbuster against Canelo Alvarez.
Does Jermell Charlo have to knock Canelo Alvarez out in order to win? A history of Las Vegas judges favoring Canelo has made it appear impossible for Charlo to win a decision no matter how well he fights.
Over the years, the ring walk has become one of the biggest attractions before a major boxing event. These are seven of the greatest entrances in boxing history that are filled with fireworks, music, dancers, and, in one case, nothing at all.
Undisputed super welterweight champ Jermell Charlo has proved himself to be one of the best fighters in the world today and now heads into a superfight with Canelo Alvarez.
At first, the idea of Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez fighting each other seemed like nothing more than a fantasy. However, their recent comments have made it feel like it can become a reality. The Sporting News breaks down how the fight can potentially happen.
'A good big man will always beat a good little man' is not a phrase that's 100 percent accurate. Sometimes the smaller man pulls off the upset and shocks the world.
It's Opetaia's maiden defence and is considered by many to be a warm-up for the cruiserweight king. However, will Thompson's motivation and physical advantages make this a more competitive matchup than what many fans and so-called experts are predicting?
The Sporting News takes a look at the history of fighters moving up two weight classes to challenge for a world title as Jermell Charlo jumps up to super middleweight to challenge Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed championship.
The Sporting News breaks down the betting lines and offers a prediction for Canelo Alvarez's defense of his undisputed super middleweight championship against Jermell Charlo on September 30 in Las Vegas.
The Sporting News breaks down the odds for the welterweight clash between Yordenis Ugas and Mario Barrios.
Twin brothers Jermell and Jermall Charlo are highly decorated world champion boxers. But which one is the better fighter?
Jermell Charlo is daring to be great by moving up two weight classes to challenge Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight championship. If he wins, will he be recognized as the #1 pound for pound fighter in the world? The Sporting News breaks it down.
A fighter requires the ability to take a punch, but it's not something one should ever brag about. For the second time in a row, Zhilei Zhang has brutally exposed Joe Joyce's defensive flaws.
Conor Benn wins in his comeback fight, Richardson Hitchins turns in a flawless performance and Jessica McCaskill and Sandy Ryan's unification fight ends in a controversial and unsatisfying draw.
In a heavyweight rematch, Zhilei Zhang ended Joe Joyce in half the time it took him last time before calling for WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury.
Instead of being a stepping stone, Zhilei Zhang became one very large stumbling block for British heavyweight Joe Joyce. As their rematch approaches, The Sporting News takes a look back at fight one.
Two champions retained their titles while a kickboxing legend continued to impress in a boxing ring. The Sporting News provided results from Kenshiro Teraji vs. Hekkie Budler and the full card.
In April, Chinese giant Zhilei Zhang scored a stunning upset over the previously unbeaten British contender Joe Joyce. The Sporting News now takes a deep dive into the odds for their rematch.
They're separated by one division and seven pounds, but a catchweight contest between Kenshiro Teraji and Junto Nakatani would be one of the biggest fights in modern Japanese boxing history.
He's a two-weight world champion and one of the hardest pound-for-pound punchers in the sport today. Who will be queuing up to face WBO super flyweight champ Junto Nakatani?
Luis Alberto Lopez has proven to be one of the most dangerous featherweights in the world today. Who is next in line for the Mexican star after overcoming Joet Gonzalez?
Luis Alberto Lopez successfully defended his IBF featherweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Joet Gonzalez.
Known as "The Amazing Boy", Kenshiro Teraji is looking to rubberstamp his dominance at light flyweight by claiming all the belts.
On the 10th anniversary of Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s dominant victory over Canelo Alvarez, The Sporting News reflects on that night and the fallout that set in motion the path for Canelo to become the new face of boxing.
Despite all that he's accomplished in his own career, Kenshiro Teraji still draws inspiration from countryman and fellow world champion Naoya Inoue. The Sporting News speaks to "The Amazing Boy".
The heavyweight division is currently a mess. The hosts of Fight Disciples break down upcoming matchups and look into the division's future.
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IBF featherweight champion Luis Alberto Lopez returns to the ring for the first time since his knockout win over Michael Conlan in May when he faces Joet Gonzalez.
If Tyson Fury continues to say that he wants the most lucrative fights rather than face the top contenders, the WBC should seriously consider stripping him of the heavyweight championship.
Francis Ngannou's MMA performances show he has a chance of beating Tyson Fury, according to Bob Arum, while the Englishman's promoter, Frank Warren, believes The Gypsy King is the most entertaining boxer since Muhammad Ali.
Fight Disciples look back at a successful UFC Paris card that featured several big moments for potential contenders. They also break down Ciryl Gane's chances of becoming a contender again and much more.
Following Chris Eubank Jr.'s fantastic performance against Liam Smith, many were left wondering where this version of the Brighton star was in the first fight. Fight Disciples break down Saturday's rematch and assess what could be next for the Brit.
Chris Eubank Jr showed his appetite for domestic grudge matches once again at the weekend. Now he should be thinking about filling the remaining gap on his CV - a genuine world title.
The middleweight division has an interesting mix of legends, champions, and rising contenders. The Sporting News breaks down the top 160-pound boxers in the world today.
Chris Eubank Jr. dished out a dominant serving of revenge with a one-sided beatdown of middleweight rival Liam Smith in Manchester. Smith was floored by a fouth-round uppercut and stopped in the 10th.
Errol Spence Jr. has reportedly activated his rematch clause for a return bout with Terence Crawford. But considering how badly Crawford beat Spence, is this a bad idea?
Frazer Clarke is one of many British heavyweight prospects looking to break free of the pack. The 7-0 Englishman takes his next step against popular slugger Dave Allen this Saturday.
Saturday's heavyweight championship bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois has sent shockwaves through the sport. Where do the Fight Disciples stand on all the controversy?
Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr. meet in a rematch at the AO arena in Manchester, which was the scene of their first encounter. The Sporting News looks back at Eubank Jr. vs. Smith 1.
Jared Anderson brutalized Andriy Rudenko with a vicious body assault to earn a dominant 5th round TKO.
Usyk was largely dominant in Poland, but one jaw-dropping moment in Round 5 has cast a giant shadow over the Ukrainian star's victory.
Oleksandr Usyk boxed to a ninth-round TKO win over Daniel Dubois although the Londoner's calls for a rematch could complicate the IBF, WBA and WBO champion's future plans.
Oleksandr Usyk stopped Daniel Dubois in nine rounds but survived being decked by a low blow that was ruled an illegal shot. Here are the full results from Wroclaw.
Oleksandr Usyk retained his IBF, WBA and WBO titles with a ninth-round stoppage win over Daniel Dubois. However, the unified champion was given ample time to recover in round five when he was floored by a low shot deemed illegal by the referee.
Jai Opetaia will take on Jordan Thompson on enemy soil in his first title defence, travelling to London to face the undefeated Englishman on September 30 (October 1 in Australia).
Oleksandr Usyk is arguably more accomplished than Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder but he remains anonymous amongst American audiences. Why?
Tim Tszyu will make the first defence of his WBO super welterweight title, and possibly add another belt to his collection, when he takes on Brian Mendoza on Sunday, October 15.
Timings, venue, TV and live stream details and more as KSI and Tommy Fury face each other on a Misfits Boxing card.
Almost three years removed from his first professional setback, Daniel Dubois heads into the biggest fight of his life against pound-for-pound star Oleksandr Usyk.
