Spence and Crawford have a combined record of 67 wins, 0 losses, and 52 knockouts. Someone's '0' has got to go when the pair finally collide in Las Vegas on July 29.
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The three judges at ringside for Spence vs. Crawford have the ability to change the course of boxing history should this fight go the distance. The Sporting News reviews the Nevada-approved officials ahead of fight night.
Seniesa Estrada showcased the class necessary to overcome her latest challenger, then wasted no time in calling out rival champ Yakosta Valle for an undisputed title fight.
When Spence and Crawford make their way to the ring on July 29, they'll be walking in the footsteps of some of the greatest fighters of all time.
Naoya Inoue is now a four-weight world champion and The Sporting News' pound-for-pound No. 1. And the bad news for any potential opponent at 122 pounds is that he's actually getting better.
Before a punch has even been thrown, we've had acrimony between the respective camps of Fulton and Inoue relating to hand wrapping. The Sporting News does a deep dive into this process.
Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue are two of the finest fighters in the world today and both would do well to be prepared for the long game.
If you'd rather bet on a potential outcome than an out-and-out winner in the super bantamweight title fight between Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue, then The Sporting News has you covered.
Japan has a rich boxing history and becoming the greatest fighter ever from that country is no mean feat. Has three-weight world champ Naoya Inoue reached the summit or does he have more to do?
The boxing world has waited years for Crawford vs. Spence, but the bantamweight title bout between Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue may prove to be the superior fight.
They have a combined record of 49-0 (40 KOs) and they're two of the most exciting fighters in world boxing. Will fans ever be treated to an all-Japanese collision between Inoue and Nakatani?
Will it be yet another career-defining moment for the great Naoya Inoue or will Stephen Fulton overcome the odds and vanquish "The Monster"?
Unbeaten super bantamweight champ Stephen Fulton has been installed as the underdog ahead of his bout with Naoya Inoue, but does the Philadelphia star know something most don't?
George Kambosos Jr. is coming off 24 very frustrating rounds against undisputed lightweight champ Devin Haney. Can slick technician Maxi Hughes give the Australian some unwanted flashbacks?
If former unified lightweight champ George Kambosos is to make another assault on the lightweight elite, then he must overcome tricky British southpaw Maxi Hughes in Oklahoma.
Since losing to Christina Linardatou in 2018, Alycia Baumgardner is the one who has done all the improving, and she showcased that in emphatic fashion in their rematch.
Andy Cruz is tipped for professional glory, but it was as an amateur that the Cuban star made his name. The Sporting News looks back at the young fighter's ring predecessors.
The Sporting News runs down the world champions and notable names under each major boxing promoter, including Eddie Hearn, Bob Arum and Al Haymon.
In boxing, as with all sports, there comes a time when it's out with the old and in with the new. The Sporting News looks at the top 25 fighters under 25 and assesses their respective futures in the sport.
"[Crews-Dezurn's] offense is her defense, so she’s there to be hit. After a couple of rounds, especially when I catch her clean, she’ll go on the back foot." — Savannah Marshall.
Ioka was Japan’s first-ever male four-weight world champion. Nakatani hasn’t even reached his full potential and he’s already regarded as one of the best fighters in the world today.
The first fight ended in a contentious draw and Kazuto Ioka was the beneficiary of that result. Can the old warrior secure a legitimate victory over Joshua Franco?
It was far from vintage Prograis in a homecoming defence, but the New Orleans star secures the "W" and moves on to bigger things against his elite-level counterparts.
Frazer Clarke had things mostly his own way in fight number seven and looks forward to competing against bigger game.
The unbeaten contender’s father is none other than former undisputed super lightweight champion Kostya Tszyu.
It's not the fight he wanted, but Frazer Clarke has to keep his tail up in his first 10-round contest before looking ahead to bigger things.
The Mexican icon is never short on options and that’s certainly the case this time around.
Teofimo Lopez outpointed Josh Taylor in New York to become the new WBO light-welterweight champion.
Jaime Munguia needed a knockdown in the 12th and final round to hold on to his unbeaten record and move onto a middleweight championship fight.
"My life was on the line."
Josh Taylor explains his Ken Buchanan tribute — "even down to my fight shorts" — ahead of his boxing match with Teofimo Lopez.
Will Taylor rubberstamp his status as a pound-for-pound star, or will Lopez rekindle the fire he had when he dethroned Vasiliy Lomachenko?
Sunny Edwards has an eye on Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez even ahead of his fight with Andres Campos. Otherwise, as he says, "what's the point in bringing him over?"
Since the official inception of the super bantamweight division in the mid-1970s, there has never been an undisputed champion. That is likely to change in 2023.
Shannon Ryan wasn't a newcomer to combat sports when she walked into a boxing gym — far from it.
Josh Taylor became undisputed champion in just 18 fights, and the fiery Scotsman is eager to remind his critics why he's one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world.
Three knockdowns and two points deductions saw the WBO cruiserweight title change hands in Bournemouth, as Chris Billam-Smith outpointed Lawrence Okolie.
Mauricio Lara was trailing Leigh Wood before one big punch turned the fight upside down and confirmed the Mexican star's arrival as world champion. This time, after missing weight, he'll have a huge size advantage on fight night.
Boxers make unimaginable sacrifices in order to make weight. Some struggle more than others and some bend the rules to suit themselves.
Leigh Wood lost his WBA featherweight title when he was knocked out by Mauricio Lara 14 weeks ago. On Saturday he goes straight back in with the Mexican wrecking ball.
“Me winning by any means necessary: stoppage, points, close, wide. It does not matter as long as my hand is raised." - Michael Conlan
Michael Conlan has given Luis Alberto Lopez credit for fighting him in Belfast but says the Mexican champion is "not prepared for what is coming his way" on May 27, adding that Ireland "will see a new champion crowned." Here's what you need to know about the fight.
Using our own Top-12 list, The Sporting News now looks at potential fights for Fury, who is currently our No. 1 rated heavyweight.
Will it be repeat or revenge when Mexico's feared knockout artist Mauricio Lara squares off against Leigh Wood in their eagerly-anticipated rematch?
How the hell was Chantelle Cameron going to win a decision against Katie Taylor in Dublin? That seemed about as realistic as Canelo dropping a decision in Mexico during Cinco de Mayo weekend.
Lomachenko vs Haney result: The Sporting News takes a look at the outcome of the fight as the latter kept in unbeaten record intact.
Katie Taylor's first fight in 2023 is a massive one. The undefeated world lightweight champion touches gloves with undefeated super lightweight champion Chantelle Cameron on May 20. Here's everything you need to know!
Ukrainian boxing marvel Vasiliy Lomachenko seeks to join the list of great old fighters who have overcome their younger counterparts when he takes on the 24-year-old Devin Haney.
If Katie Taylor defeats Chantelle Cameron on Saturday, will she have run out of worlds to conqueor? The Sporting News reviews some potential options.
He is a three-weight world champion and a former pound-for-pound No. 1, but some still doubt Vasiliy Lomachenko's mastery.
The Sporting News assesses John Ryder's chances against former pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez in their undisputed super middleweight showdown.
The scoring for Canelo vs. Bivol 1 suggests that the fight was close. The reality of what took place in the ring is a little different. Do we need to see it again?
Ten iconic fights in five years. Remembering boxing's golden age through the lens of four heavyweight kings: Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Ken Norton and Joe Frazier.
George Foreman himself, actor Khris Davis and director George Tillman Jr. talk through 'The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World'.
For the sake of the sport, Davis vs Garcia cannot be a one-off. The fans deserve to see this great story unfold in full.
In his near-seven-year pro career, Ryan Garcia has produced some stunning finishes with the left hook. The Sporting News now looks back at three instances where that particular punch was fight-ending.
“We’ve seen these super fights come around when both guys are almost 40 and no one wants to see that. You need to fight in your prime, and this way you can have two or three fights."
'Sugar' Shane Mosley, the former three-weight world champion, predicts the fight between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis in a Q&A with The Sporting News.
The Juggernaut didn’t run out of gas. The Juggernaut didn’t crash and burn. No, The Juggernaut drove down a one-way street in the wrong direction and crashed into countless on-coming left hands.
“It’s my goal, to be the best in the light heavyweight division. It would be like a dream come true for me. I want this fight. Of course, it’s a big dream.”
The Sporting News looks at the mandatory title fights which will may well halt Joe Joyce's quest for a world title shot against unified king Oleksandr Usyk in 2023.
Usyk, representing the Otamans, was 26 years old and had already captured Olympic and World Championship gold. Joyce, 27, had been boxing for less than seven years and was aiming for gold at Rio 2016.
"I prefer to fight [Canelo] at 168. I could put my [WBA light heavyweight] belt on the line and we could fight for five belts.”
Ahead of his showdown with Marlon Tapalas on DAZN, Murodjon Akhmadaliev wants the winner of Stephen Fulton vs. Naoya Inoue for the undisputed crown.
Former undisputed lightweight champion Ken Buchanan has died at the age of 77. The Sporting News takes a look at the legendary Scottish fighter's legacy, from amateur champion to a dressing-room altercation and lifelong friendship with Muhammad Ali.
"Left uppercut, left hook, left hook, right hook, right uppercut, left uppercut. This one was more Street Fighter 2 turbo moves than boxing knockout."
Stephen Fulton will put his WBC and WBO super bantamweight titles on the line against pound-for-pound superstar Naoya Inoue in Yokohama on May 7. Here's everything you need to know about a mouthwatering showdown.
Ahead of Anthony Joshua vs. Jermaine Franklin, The Sporting News takes a look at new trainer Derrick James and the history of AJ's coaches in pro boxing.
Former heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua seeks to beat down both American Jermaine Franklin and a steady stream of critics this weekend.
Michigan-based heavyweight Jermaine Franklin tested Dillian Whyte. Can the ambitious young contender test AJ?
The never-ending story surrounding Fury vs. Joshua continues. Will we ever see the biggest fight in British boxing history? The Sporting News looks back at 10 attractive heavyweight fights that failed to transpire.
“I just want to tell everyone that I have a lot of respect for Canelo Alvarez but he has to give me that shot now." - David Benavidez
The boxing world was in shambles when it was revealed that Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk won't fight in April. Here's a breakdown of potential opponents for "The Gypsy King" if he isn't fighting the Ukrainian boxer.
The oddsmakers believe the unbeaten Benavidez has too much firepower for Plant, but opinions vary among fans and experts.
“It’s about picking the right time. It’s a different sport at heavyweight than cruiserweight.” - Lawrence Okolie
“I’m absolutely buzzing to be fighting in Newcastle. Nobody creates an atmosphere like the Geordies." said Pattinson.
"How about there is no rematch clause for both of us?” asked Fury via his official Instagram account on Monday. “Let's up the ante completely."
Former Olympic champion Tony Yoka looks to get back in the win column when he takes on two-time world title challenger Carlos Takam at the Zenith de Paris-La Villette in Paris, France, on Saturday. Here's a breakdown of every fight on the card.
Depending on how his fight with Tony Harrison goes, Tim Tszyu could finally compete for the status of a world champion.
“We initially agreed to 50-50, but then we made it clear that we’re ready to take 60-40, but the winner takes 60,” said Usyk's promoter, Alexander Krassyuk
With a new main event, comes new opportunities for Diego Pacheco vs. Jack Cullen. Here is all you need to know about this super-middleweight bout on DAZN.
There’s so much upside when it comes to “The Heartbreaker,” but there’s one flaw that needs to be ironed out in a hurry.
“Magsayo is dangerous at 126. He trains hard. I just have to train harder than him and be on my A-game." - Brandon Figueroa
"Adonis has been thriving in both his career and family life, but when a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces, the face-off is more than just a fight"
“If Roy Jones leaves [boxing] after Ruiz, he has a very strong case for being in the top-5 best fighters ever, and he’s really challenging [Sugar Ray] Robinson as the best ever.” - Stephen "Breadman" Edwards
“I think me and Mark Magsayo will be another fight of the year candidate – a firefight. We’re both explosive fighters and powerful hitters."
"I’m excited for this one. They’re two of the very best in the lightweight division and I think it’s going to be a great fight. When you look at the styles, it’s just a perfect match." - Ronnie Shields
Over the years, Floyd Mayweather has competed in fights against a number of individuals across various combat sports. The Sporting News looks into some of the most unique exhibition fights featuring some of boxing's best.
Opinion 1: "When a fight is as simple as two guys (or girls) punching each other in the face, everyone is happy." Opinion 2: "I’d rather watch Oleksandr Usyk shadowbox for eight rounds than this."
Two hungry, heavy-hitting fighters collide for the vacant IBF super-lightweight title. The winner breaks free of the pack, while the loser goes back to the drawing board.
Floyd Mayweather will take part in his latest faintly absurd exhibition fight this weekend against Aaron Chalmers. It's getting easier to forget just how sensational he was at his peak.
“I feel ready to go for the world championship, whether it’s Fulton or Inoue." - Luis Nery.
After Wood and Lara have duked it out on Saturday, their matchup will be added to the long list of U.K. vs Mexico showdowns.
Will Leigh Wood continue his remarkable run of form, or will Mexican power-puncher Mauricio Lara prove to be a bridge too far?
"We’ve caused an upset before in his country and it will be the same on February 18. Believe me, if he switches off, the fight will be over quickly." Here is all you need to know about Leigh Wood opponent Mauricio Lara.
Mexico's Luis Nery has held two world titles during a turbulent career. A victory on Saturday could put him in position to challenge for a third.
“With Lara, you see him bring the same thing every time. With me, you see me adapt to win, and that will be the difference on the night."
The upcoming fight between Rey Vargas and O’Shaquie Foster is an under the radar bout that means a lot to both competitors. The Sporting News looks into this clash for super-featherweight gold.
Powerful super-lightweight prospect Adam Azim will be looking for yet another spectacular finish when he faces his first undefeated opponent in the pros.
"I thought when you win undisputed, you’d have everyone knocking on your door, but that’s not happened." In an exclusive with The Sporting News, Chantelle Cameron is ready to defend her status as undisputed.
De La Hoya never backed down from a challenge, and history has rewarded him for that mindset.
"Her attitude and the way she carries herself; she’s a credit to the sport.” Hear what Cameron had to say about Amanda Serrano in this Sporting News exclusive
Beterbiev vs. Bivol would crown the first undisputed light heavyweight champion in over 20 years.
The fearsome Artur Beterbiev turned back the challenge of Britain's Anthony Yarde and retained the light-heavyweight championship for the seventh time.
Feared visiting fighters have come unstuck before on UK soil. Can Yarde add a win over Beterbiev to the legendary list?
London-born power puncher Anthony Yarde has one of the most dangerous assignments in world boxing ahead of him.
Will Artur Beterbiev continue his brutal knockout streak, or can fellow power-puncher Anthony Yarde stop the formidable Russian star in his tracks?
"It’s a very tough fight for him, but I genuinely believe he’s got the wherewithal to beat a very good fighter in Beterbiev."
Can Eubank Jr. live up to the hype and secure what would arguably be the biggest win of his career to date? Will Smith upset the applecart and move one step closer to winning another world title?
"If he comes to me to make a fight, he knows I meet fire with fire."
Pound-for-pound star Naoya Inoue has won titles in three weight divisions and made history by becoming the undisputed bantamweight champion. "The Monster" now has crosshairs locked on the super bantamweights.
In celebration of Felix "Tito" Trinidad hitting the half-century mark, The Sporting News looks back on the Puerto Rican hero's legendary career.
The rivalry between Leigh Wood and Mauricio Lara is becoming heated, and the pair have yet to throw punches at each other. Their long-awaited clash takes place on February 18 in Nottingham.
The long-awaited showdown between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia looks destined to take place in the spring. Can Hector Garcia pop the super fight balloon this Saturday?
What fight are you hoping takes place in 2023? Here is a list of bouts that may have a chance to be booked in the next 12 months.
Fight of the Year, Fighter of the Year, Knockout of the Year, and more. The Sporting News celebrates the best moments in boxing from Dmitry Bivol's breakout to Oleksandr Usyk's inspiring performance inside and outside of the ring.
Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano was marketed as "the biggest fight in women's boxing history", and when it was over, many experts named it "the greatest fight in women's boxing history." SN did not vote it best women’s Fight of the Year, but rather best Fight of the Year — period.
Three-weight world champion Claressa Shields enjoyed an impeccable 2022 and added even more treasure to her collection. The Sporting News salutes the GWOAT.
A cruiserweight world title fight for Chris Billam-Smith in 2023 is almost assured, but first, he must get past unknown Kosovan product Armend Xhoxhaj in Bournemouth.
Can Paul Butler do the unthinkable and beat Naoya Inoue? The two-time bantamweight champion of the world and reigning WBO titleholder spoke to The Sporting News about his strategy entering the undisputed title fight in Tokyo.
Nobody knows more about how dangerous "The Monster" can be than the only man to have faced him twice. Nonito Donaire talks to The Sporting News about Naoya Inoue and reviews his former opponent's undisputed title clash against Englishman Paul Butler.
Naoya Inoue doesn't carry the ring moniker "The Monster" for no reason. According to the masses, Tuesday's opponent, Paul Butler, will need a miracle to win. The Sporting News takes an in-depth look at the odds ahead of this undisputed bantamweight title fight.
Mexico's Luis Alberto Lopez is willing to walk through fire to reach his goal. Will Josh Warrington's experience be decisive or is this a coming-out party for the hard-hitting challenger?
Providing Josh Warrington takes care of Luis Alberto Lopez on Saturday, he will not be short of options going forward. The Sporting News takes a look at some tantalizing matchups that could lie ahead for the two-time featherweight king.
Michael Conlan is still questing after a world title, and the Irishman is more determined than ever to reach the top. The Sporting News has all the information you need in order to purchase Conlan's next assignment against Karim Guerfi.
Featherweight star Michael Conlan continues his march toward a world title bout when he takes on French boxer-puncher Karim Guerfi. The Sporting News provides everything you need to know about Conlan-Guerfi, including time, channel, and card.
The final heavyweight championship shootout of 2022 is upon us. The Sporting News lets you know how deep you have to go in your pockets to pay for Fury-Chisora 3.
Despite fans predicting an easy night's work for Tyson Fury, "The Gypsy King" has trained for nine weeks in preparation for his trilogy bout with Derek Chisora. The Sporting News caught up with the WBC heavyweight champion ahead of his third title defence.
Derek Chisora will need some miracle work to dethrone reigning WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury on December 3. But miracles do happen. The Sporting News looks back at a dozen seismic glamour division upsets.
Daniel Dubois is the biggest name on the undercard for the Tyson Fury vs. Derek Chisora heavyweight title fight. Here is your full breakdown of the entire card.
Tyson Fury has never lost a fight, and few expect his 14-year unbeaten streak to end when he meets Derek Chisora at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Saturday. The Sporting News takes a close look at Fury's near-immaculate record, his resume, and accomplishments.
Here are all of your viewing options for the heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Derek Chisora.
Derek Chisora is a prohibitive underdog going into his third encounter against friendly rival, and WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury. The Sporting News examines Chisora's record, resume, and accomplishments.
Can Derek Chisora pull off an all-time heavyweight upset? Or is grabbing Fury for an early stoppage the best play on the board? Here are the latest odds and betting trends with our best bet for Saturday's main event.
Unbeaten WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury makes the third defence of his title against old rival Derek Chisora on December 3. From channel to main event and start time, here's everything you need to know for watching on fight night.
The Gypsy King, Tyson Fury, returns to action against friendly foe and countryman Derek Chisora at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Here's everything you need to know including fight time, channel, and full undercard info.
The Estrada and "Chocolatito" rubber match was set up by scoring controversy in the second encounter. The boxing world now braces itself for fight number three.
Dillian Whyte put a stoppage loss to Tyson Fury behind him by edging American Jermaine Franklin. Fans in the U.K. can now look forward to a money-spinning rematch between Whyte and Anthony Joshua in 2023.
An all-British clash between two of the world's best heavyweights looks inevitable. American Jermaine Franklin stands in the way of a stadium clash between former unified champion Anthony Joshua and former world title challenger Dillian Whyte.
In his first fight since losing to Tyson Fury back in April, Dillian Whyte returns to the ring on November 26 to face off against unbeaten American Jermaine Franklin. From channel to main event start time, here's everything you need to know for watching on fight night.
Dillian Whyte's fires are rekindled following his defeat to Tyson Fury, and he bids to prove it at the expense of America's Jermaine Franklin.
Powerful British heavyweight contender Dillian Whyte looks to get back in the mix at the expense of American boxer-puncher Jermaine Franklin.
“I had to do him like you do a drunk man."
Dillian Whyte has done very well for himself as a prize fighter, and victory over talented American Jermaine Franklin could set up more multi-million dollar paydays. The Sporting News did some number crunching ahead of the Whyte-Franklin showdown.
Dillian Whyte looks to put his loss to Tyson Fury behind him by taking down unbeaten American Jermaine Franklin. The Sporting News will be providing all the information you need to know regarding Whyte-Franklin, including time, channel, and card.
Here are the latest odds, betting trends and best bets for Dillian Whyte's return to action against an unbeaten and confident Jermaine Franklin.
Bob Foster weighed 40 pounds less than Muhammad Ali. 50 years ago, in front of less than 2,000 fans in a tiny ballroom hotel, he did something no fighter had ever done in a prize fight: make 'The Greatest' bleed. This is the story behind boxing's version of David vs. Goliath.
Following almost three weeks of sparring, the king of the glamour division, Tyson Fury, tells The Sporting News all about unbeaten American Jermaine Franklin, who squares off against Dillian Whyte at the Wembley Arena.
30 years after he first waged war against Riddick Bowe, former heavyweight king Evander Holyfield tells The Sporting News all about one of boxing's greatest rivalries.
The Sporting News recaps the fight between Alexis Arguello vs. Aaron Pryor, which still holds up today.
Sunny Edwards made a successful third defence of his IBF flyweight title by posting a comfortable 12-round unanimous decision win over dangerous power puncher Felix Alvarado.
Sunny Edwards defends his IBF flyweight championship against Felix Alvarado on Friday. Here is everything you need to know including time, channel, price and the entire fight card.
