Boxing News
Jake Paul's response to Nate Diaz resulted in the 'Stockton Slugger' sending a warning to Logan
Christopher Taylor - December 14, 2020
Former UFC lightweight title challenger Nate Diaz was clearly not impressed with the response he received from Jake Paul earlier this evening. On Monday afternoon the ‘Stockton Slugger’ took to Twitter where he slammed the Youtuber for his 50 million dollar callout of Conor McGregor.
Nate Diaz destroys Jake Paul over his recent callouts of UFC fighters
Drake Riggs - December 14, 2020
Jake Paul is starting to make some noise in the combat sports world. But not everyone is taking kindly to his words. We can now, unsurprisingly, add Nate Diaz to that mix. The 23-year-old YouTube sensation and younger brother of Logan made a callout of Conor McGregor on Monday. Stating that the Irishman was “scared” and needed to “sign the contract”.
Conor McGregor vs. Jake Paul type fights are "not what I do," says UFC's Dana White
Tom Taylor - December 14, 2020
UFC President Dana White says there’s “zero” chance that YouTube star turned boxer Jake Paul will get his desired fight with Conor McGregor. At least not right now. Paul has been the talk of the combat sports world of late, after he knocked out former NBA star Nate Robinson on the Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. undercard last month. In the buildup to and fallout of that fight, Paul called for a showdown with McGregor, who is the biggest star in MMA history and one of the UFC’s top lightweights. He even claimed his team has reached out to the Irishman about this potential showdown.
Photo | Logan Paul pokes fun at size difference in Floyd Mayweather boxing match
Adam Martin - December 14, 2020
YouTuber-turned-boxer Logan Paul poked fun at opponent Floyd Mayweather, posting a picture highlighting the size difference between the two. Paul and Mayweather will meet on February 20 in an exhibition boxing bout that is expected to do massive pay-per-view numbers, even though the sportsbooks have Mayweather listed as an astronomical favorite to win the fight. Despite only having one pro boxing match, Paul brings a lot of eyeballs due to his background on YouTube, and the possibility of big money got Mayweather involved. Mayweather, of course, is 50-0 as a pro boxer and is the highest-paid combat sports athlete of all time.
Anthony Joshua, Kubrat Pulev have heated staredown at weigh-ins
Tom Taylor - December 11, 2020
Anthony Joshua and Kubrat Pulev had a very heated face-off at the weigh-ins for their Saturday night heavyweight title fight. The pair came face-to-face on Friday morning, and from the looks of it, things very nearly got physical well before they enter the ring together. See it below:
Artem Lobov open to boxing Jake and Logan Paul if the money is right
Cole Shelton - December 10, 2020
Artem Lobov is open to boxing either of the Paul brothers. After Jake Paul knocked out Nate Robinson on the Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. undercard, the 23-year-old called out the likes of Dillon Danis and Conor McGregor. Given those are his teammates, Artem Lobov says if those fights don’t come to fruition, he would take the fight and beat up Paul if he is paid accordingly.
Jake Paul slams interviewer for "sh*tty question" about Nate Robinson KO and racism
Tom Taylor - December 10, 2020
Jake Paul was not impressed when an interviewer asked him if his recent viral knockout of former NBA star Nate Robinson was racist. Paul and Robinson collided on the main card of the recent Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. event. Paul defeated Robinson, a black man, by first-round knockout.
John Kavanagh slams Claressa Shields for telling MMA fans to "bow down"
Tom Taylor - December 9, 2020
Famed MMA coach John Kavanagh has some choice words for boxing star Claressa Shields, who recently told MMA fans to “bow down” to her. Shields is widely regarded as the best female boxer in the world, and is slated to make her MMA debut in the PFL cage in 2021. Ahead of her debut, Shields is demanding respect from MMA fans for being bold enough to make the transition between sports.
Logan Paul plans to KO Floyd Mayweather to pull off the "greatest upset in the history of sports"
Cole Shelton - December 8, 2020
Logan Paul is looking to make history on February 20. Paul, who is 0-1 as a pro boxer but more known as a YouTuber, will return to the ring to fight arguably the greatest of all-time in Floyd Mayweather. Many fans were shocked by the booking, and even Paul was surprised that Mayweather took the fight.
Jon Jones shares initial impression of Claressa Shields after training session
Tom Taylor - December 8, 2020
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has shared his initial thoughts on Claressa Shields after their first training sessions together. Shields, a three-division boxing champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, is set to make her MMA debut in the PFL cage in 2021. Ahead of this anticipated debut, Shields has set up camp at JacksonWink MMA in Albuquerque—the training home of many top fighters, including Jones.
Daniel Cormier will not watch Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul, calls it a "work"
Adam Martin - December 8, 2020
UFC legend Daniel Cormier says he will not watch the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul special exhibition boxing match, calling it a “work.” The Mayweather vs. Paul matchup was officially announced this week and the two will meet on February 20 in a special exhibition bout. Initially, reaction to the matchup has been mixed, with some fans saying that the fight is a joke, while others are intrigued by the spectacle of it all. Count Cormier in the camp of the former, as the former UFC double champion has no interest in watching this fight.
Jake Paul roasts "mini champ" Henry Cejudo after "Triple C" tells him to sign the contract
Cole Shelton - December 7, 2020
Jake Paul has blasted former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion, Henry Cejudo. After Paul knocked out Nate Robinson and called out the likes of Conor McGregor, Dillon Danis, and Ben Askren, many in the MMA world took notice. Then, just recently, Cejudo called out Paul and said if he couldn’t finish him he would donate his purse to charity.
Conor McGregor sends advice, encouragement to PFL-bound Claressa Shields
Tom Taylor - December 7, 2020
Former two-division UFC champ Conor McGregor has some words of advice for boxing star Claressa Shields, who will transition to MMA under the PFL banner in 2021. Shields, a three-division boxing champ at just 25 years old, will make her MMA debut in the PFL cage in 2021. Ahead of that debut, Shields has been training at JacksonWink MMA alongside former UFC champs Jon Jones and Holly Holm. She’s also received some advice from another former UFC champ in McGregor.
Claressa Shields trains with Jon Jones, Holly Holm ahead of MMA move
Tom Taylor - December 7, 2020
Three-division boxing champion Claressa Shields has enlisted the help of two former UFC champs as she prepares to transition into mixed martial arts. Shields, widely considered one of the greatest female boxers of all time, recently signed with the Professional Fighters League, where she will begin her MMA journey in 2021.
Evander Holyfield on Mike Tyson trilogy fight: "I think it's going to happen"
Adam Martin - December 7, 2020
Heavyweight boxing legend Evander Holyfield says that a trilogy fight against rival Mike Tyson is closer to becoming a reality. Holyfield and Tyson have been connected to a third fight in the wake of Tyson’s comeback bout against Roy Jones Jr. The fight between the 50-year-olds was entertaining and the event sold 1.6 million PPVs, proving that Tyson is still a big draw. The heavyweight legend has plans on fighting again and Holyfield is absolutely in the running to be his next opponent. In fact, it’s close to happening.
Pro fighters react to Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul exhibition
Tom Taylor - December 7, 2020
Undefeated boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. is slated to return to the ring for an exhibition match with YouTube star Logan Paul—and the combat sports community is in a frenzy. Immediately after news of this bizarre boxing spectacle surfaced, professional fighters from both MMA and boxing began to chime in.
Floyd Mayweather officially announces boxing match against Logan Paul
Adam Martin - December 6, 2020
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather announced on social media that he will take on YouTuber Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match in 2021. After rumors abounded recently about a Mayweather vs. Paul matchup, Mayweather officially revealed the news on his Instagram on Sunday. “Money” shared a promo video on social channels that revealed the date of the bout is February 20, 2021. As of right now, we don’t have any more details, though Mayweather said they are coming soon. Also mentioned is that fans can purchase the pay-per-view early.
Errol Spence Jr. issues statement following victory over Danny Garcia in boxing
Adam Martin - December 6, 2020
Errol Spence Jr. issued a statement following his unanimous decision victory over Danny Garcia in their boxing match on Saturday night. Spence Jr. was involved in a terrible car accident last year that put his boxing career in jeopardy. But he was able to recover and just over a year later he stepped into the ring over Garcia in an attempt to defend the WBC and IBF welterweight titles. He did so with flying colors, as Spence Jr. beat Garcia to the punch over 12 rounds, winning a unanimous decision on the judges’ scorecards (117-111, 116-112, 116-112). For Spence Jr. to look so good after his car accident is pretty remarkable.