Boxing News
Saudi promoter reveals talks underway to host Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk and Deontay Wilder vs. Anthony Joshua on the same event
Cole Shelton - April 19, 2023
Amer Abdallah of Saudi’s Skill Challenge Entertainment is looking to host a mega boxing event this year with Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk as the main event. The Saudi boxing promoter revealed talks are underway to see Fury take on Usyk in the headliner and Deontay Wilder face Anthony Joshua in the co-main event on the same card. It also would not be a tournament, just two heavyweight fights going down on the same night.
Conor McGregor pleads with fighters to stop doing Jake Paul-style purse bets: "It never happens and it’s stupid"
Josh Evanoff - April 19, 2023
Former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor is tired of your bets. Earlier this week, Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis appeared on a live stream together. This Saturday, the two are set to headline a massive pay-per-view card in Las Vegas. Furthermore, the bout is expected to be one of the biggest boxing matches of the year, and they seemingly tried to make it even bigger.
Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia agree to bet their entire purses on April 22 fight: "I'm a man of my word, sign the contract"
Cole Shelton - April 19, 2023
Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia have upped the stakes for their fight on Saturday night. Davis and Garcia did an Instagram Live with one another and the two agreed to bet their entire purses on their April 22 fight in Las Vegas. It’s a bout that both men have wanted for a long time and on Saturday it will finally happen and now, the winner will be taking home all the money.
Eddie Hearn hints at possible Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou fight materializing: "I had lunch with Francis Ngannou"
Lewis Simpson - April 19, 2023
Eddie Hearn has hinted at a possible boxing bout between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou materializing. Ngannou underwent months upon end trying to negotiate a deal with the UFC to stay. However, after failing to agree on terms, the then UFC heavyweight champion made the decision to ultimately part days with the company and test free agency.
Vitor Belfort calls to face Logan Paul on the undercard of Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz: "I promise I won't hurt you"
Josh Evanoff - April 18, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort wants to return to the boxing ring soon. ‘The Phenom’ has been out of the ring since his clash with Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza at Gamebred Boxing 4 earlier this month. The bout was a rematch of sorts, as the two had previously fought in MMA under the UFC banner. In May 2016, Souza defeated the former champion by first-round stoppage.
Former super middleweight champion Rocky Fielding responds to callout from former UFC title challenger Darren Till
Harry Kettle - April 17, 2023
Former super middleweight boxing champion Rocky Fielding has responded to a recent call-out from fellow Liverpudlian Darren Till. Ever since leaving the UFC, Darren Till has made it clear that he’d be interested in a venture into boxing. While he’ll likely come back to mixed martial arts eventually, it certainly seems as if there are some big paydays out there for him.
Dana White reacts to newly announced Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul boxing match: "I don't want to sh*t on other people's fights"
Chris Taylor - April 15, 2023
UFC President Dana White has shared his thoughts on the newly announced Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul boxing match. Earlier this week it was announced that Diaz and Paul will square off on August 5 in an eight-round boxing match set for 185lbs.
Michael Bisping critical of Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz boxing match: “He’s not a boxer, he’s almost 40 years old”
Harry Kettle - April 15, 2023
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has criticized the matchmaking of Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz in a boxing match. Earlier this week, it was announced that Jake Paul will take on Nate Diaz in a pro boxing match. The contest will take place on August 5 in Dallas, Texas as Paul attempts to rebound from his recent defeat to Tommy Fury.
Jake Paul opens as sizeable betting favorite in boxing match against Nate Diaz
Cole Shelton - April 13, 2023
Jake Paul has opened as the betting favorite for his boxing match against Nate Diaz in August. On Wednesday, it was revealed Paul will return to the ring on August 5 in Dallas, Texas against Diaz. It’s a fight both men have talked about for quite some time and now it will finally come to fruition.
Daniel Cormier warns Nate Diaz that he’s in for a “very tough fight” against Jake Paul
Susan Cox - April 13, 2023
Daniel Cormier is warning Nate Diaz that he’s in for a ‘very tough fight’ against Jake Paul. The announcement came yesterday, April 12th, that a boxing match between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz had been booked for August 5th, 2023, to take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
Pro fighters react to Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul fight announcement: “Holy f**k boys I’m hyped”
Harry Kettle - April 13, 2023
A whole host of fighters have reacted to the news that Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will collide in a boxing match this summer. On Wednesday, it was announced that Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will fight one another in an eight-round boxing contest. The showdown will take place in Dallas, Texas and will be fought at 185 pounds. The bout will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV as Paul returns to the ring for the first time since his loss to Tommy Fury.
Deontay Wilder believes he is the most powerful boxer ever, ahead of Mike Tyson: "That is not even an argument no more, come on"
Cole Shelton - April 12, 2023
Deontay Wilder thinks he is the most powerful puncher in boxing history. Wilder has been known for his vicious one-punch KO power, which helped him win the heavyweight title as he has knocked out every opponent he faced outside of Tyson Fury. With that, ‘The Bronze Bomber’ believes he is the most powerful puncher in boxing history, even ahead of Mike Tyson.
Gamebred Boxing 4 Fighter Salaries revealed: Roy Jones Jr. pockets $700K
Susan Cox - April 6, 2023
The Gamebred Boxing 4 fighter salaries have been revealed. It was just last Saturday, April 1st, that Gamebred Boxing took place at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Jake Paul shares his thoughts on the UFC - WWE merger
Susan Cox - April 4, 2023
Jake Paul is sharing his thoughts on the UFC – WWE merger. It was confirmed yesterday, Monday, April 3rd that the UFC’s parent company, Endeavor, has purchased a majority share of the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).
Vitor Belfort calls out Anthony Pettis after losing Roy Jones Jr. fight to 'Showtime': "It was supposed to be legendary guys"
Josh Evanoff - April 3, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Vitor Belfort seemingly wants to continue boxing. ‘The Phenom’ returned to the boxing ring over the weekend at Gamebred Boxing 4. In the co-main event, the Brazilian faced Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza. The bout was a rematch of sorts, as the latter defeated Belfort by first-round TKO back at UFC 198 in May 2016.
Jeremy Stephens fires back at Conor McGregor: "Your brittle bones ready to throw heat?"
Fernando Quiles - April 2, 2023
Jeremy Stephens has responded to Conor McGregor suggesting that the two of them trade leather inside the boxing ring. Stephens and 2023 UFC Hall of Fame inductee Jose Aldo went one-on-one on the Gamebred Boxing 4 card. The bout lasted through all six rounds and the judges scored this one as a majority draw. During the event, McGregor took to his Twitter account to respectfully call Aldo out for a boxing match. Aldo had none of it, as he blasted McGregor when speaking to reporters at the Gamebred Boxing 4 post-fight press conference.
Gamebred Boxing 4 Results: Anthony Pettis defeats Roy Jones Jr. by majority decision (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023
Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event is headlined by a heavyweight fight between Roy Jones Jr. and Anthony Pettis. Jones Jr. (66-9) will be competing for the first time since fighting Mike Tyson to a draw in an exhibition bout in 2020. The 54-year-old last competed as a professional in 2018, where he extended his win streak to 4 in a row with a decision victory over Scott Sigmon.
Pros react after Vitor Belfort defeats Jacare Souza at Gamebred Boxing 4
Chris Taylor - April 1, 2023
Tonight’s Gamebred Boxing 4 event was co-headlined by a heavyweight fight between Vitor Belfort and Jacare Souza. Belfort (26-14 MMA, 1-0 Boxing) was returning to action for the first time since defeating boxing legend Evander Holyfield via first-round TKO in an exhibition bout in 2021. ‘The Phenom’ was looking to avenge his previous loss to ‘Jacare’ which occurred via TKO at UFC 198 in May of 2016.