Boxing News
Mike Perry says he is planning to fight this weekend regardless if his service are needed: “I might fight that night in the crowd”
Harry Kettle - October 10, 2023
Mike Perry has suggested that he is prepared to fight this weekend, even if he isn’t called upon as backup for Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis. Over the course of the last few years, Mike Perry has completely reinvented himself. He has become an absolute superstar outside of the UFC, establishing himself as the king of bare-knuckle boxing. Some may not agree with that, but his record – and the attention he’s brought to BKFC – speaks volumes.
Nate Diaz calls for New Year's Eve boxing rematch against Jake Paul: "Trilogy is in Mma"
Cole Shelton - October 9, 2023
Nate Diaz is hoping to run it back with Jake Paul before the end of the year. Diaz and Paul boxed back in August and it was ‘The Problem Child’ who won a one-sided decision to return to the win column. After the fight, Paul called for a rematch but wanted to do it in MMA under the PFL brand. He has since doubled down on the offer, as on The Full Send Podcast, Paul explained why he thinks Diaz turned down the MMA rematch.
Conor McGregor encourages Dillon Danis to “make the walk” against Logan Paul: “Pull guard and break his leg”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 8, 2023
Conor McGregor is vouching for Dillon Danis to go rogue in his boxing match against Logan Paul. Danis is scheduled to throw leather with Paul on October 14. There’s been a ton of speculation on whether or not Danis will show up to the fight. “El Jefe” recently trolled fans, claiming he was out of the fight before saying he was joking and that people take things too seriously. While Danis insists on showing up, McGregor thinks he should ditch the boxing and tear a limb.
Jake Paul reportedly in early talks with Matt Riddle for potential fight following WWE release
Josh Evanoff - October 6, 2023
Jake Paul is reportedly in talks with Matt Riddle for a potential boxing match next year. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since a clash with Nate Diaz in August. There, Jake Paul scored a unanimous decision win over the UFC veteran. Since then, the YouTuber-turned-boxer has been quiet about who he might face next, but it might be another former MMA star in the form of Matt Riddle.
Mike Perry says he’s “in” for Dillon Danis against Logan Paul, ‘El Jefe’ claims he’s still fighting October 14
Josh Evanoff - October 5, 2023
As of now, it’s unclear if Mike Perry or Dillon Danis will face Logan Paul in a boxing match. Later this month, ‘El Jefe’ is currently scheduled to face ‘The Maverick’ on DAZN pay-per-view. As many fans are likely aware, Logan Paul and others publically questioned if Dillon Danis would show up to the fight. As a result, Mike Perry was signed to be the backup opponent for the fight.
Dillon Danis announces he is “out” of his proposed boxing match with Logan Paul
Susan Cox - October 5, 2023
Dillon Danis announces he is ‘out’ of his proposed boxing match with Logan Paul. The YouTuber, Logan Paul, and MMA fighter, Dillon Danis, were scheduled to step inside the boxing ring on Saturday, October 14th at the AO Arena in Manchester, England.
Ariel Helwani is “baffled” by Tyson Fury’s extreme disrespect towards Francis Ngannou
Susan Cox - October 5, 2023
Ariel Helwani is ‘baffled’ by Tyson Fury’s extreme disrespect towards Francis Ngannou. Former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou is set to make his boxing debut against WCB heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on Saturday, October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Daniel Cormier reacts after Tyson Fury books quick turnaround against Oleksandr Usyk: “It is so disrespectful!”
Susan Cox - October 4, 2023
Daniel Cormier is reacting after Tyson Fury booked a quick turnaround against Oleksandr Usyk. The news came last Friday that Tyson Fury (33-0) had signed an agreement for a heavyweight title unification bout with Oleksandr Usyk (21-0) to take place on December 23rd of this year, or failing that, sometime in January.
Promoter reveals Tyson Fury will "make a lot more than 100 million" for Oleksandr Usyk fight
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2023
Bob Arum, the promoter for Tyson Fury revealed the shocking payday ‘The Gypsy King’ will get for his upcoming fight against Oleksandr Usyk. Fury is set to return to the ring on Oct. 28 when he takes on former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou. However, before that fight even happened, it was revealed that Fury signed on to face Oleksandr Usyk to unify the heavyweight division in either December or January.
Oscar De La Hoya announces Ryan Garcia's December return, amid lawsuit against him
Josh Evanoff - October 3, 2023
Oscar De La Hoya and b0xing star Ryan Garcia are continuing to work with one another despite the circumstances. ‘KingRy’ hasn’t been seen in the ring since an April clash with Gervonta Davis. The bout was the biggest of Ryan Garcia’s career thus far, and he lost by seventh-round stoppage. Following the defeat, Oscar De La Hoya and others declined to accompany the young star to the post-fight press conference, instead leaving.
Carl Froch takes aim at Francis Ngannou ahead of Tyson Fury boxing match: “He looks terrible”
Susan Cox - October 3, 2023
Carl Froch is taking aim at Francis Ngannou ahead of the Tyson Fury boxing match. It will be Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury on Saturday October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Jake Paul again calls out Canelo Alvarez after win over Jermell Charlo: "See you soon Saul"
Josh Evanoff - October 2, 2023
Jake Paul has again called out boxing champion Canelo Alvarez after his latest win. The Mexican superstar returned to the ring opposite Jermell Charlo on Saturday in Las Vegas. There, Canelo Alvarez turned in a vintage performance, dominating ‘Iron Man’ with ease. He earned a unanimous decision victory to retain his super-middleweight gold, and quickly earned a callout from Jake Paul.
Eddie Hearn shares his thoughts on Canelo Alvarez’s victory over Jermell Charlo: “I just don't know what Charlo was doing”
Susan Cox - October 2, 2023
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn is sharing his thoughts on Canelo Alvarez’s victory over Jermell Charlo. Saturday night, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, saw Canelo Alvarez decidedly defeat Jermell Charlo via unanimous decision in the ring. The scores reflected the victory 119-108, 118-109 and 118-109.
Video | Greg Hardy snaps his losing skid, forces Gregory Corbin’s corner to throw in the towel
Harry Kettle - October 2, 2023
Greg Hardy came out on top in his boxing return last weekend with a nice victory over Gregory Corbin. During his time with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Greg Hardy wasn’t exactly the biggest fan favorite. His controversial past ensured that many looked down on him, with the former NFL star receiving heavy criticism until he was eventually released last year.
Photo | Dillon Danis shares his physique 2 weeks out of boxing match with Logan Paul
Jeffrey Walter - October 1, 2023
Dillon Danis is flaunting his new physique two weeks out from his scheduled boxing match with Logan Paul. Danis (2-0 MMA) and Paul (0-1 Boxing) are set to collide in the co-headliner of the ‘MF & DAZN: X Series 10 – The Prime Card’ on October 14th in Manchester, England.
Jim Lampley reflects on Gatti-Ward rivalry: “This is a sport about love”
Zain Bando - October 1, 2023
Jim Lampley was a fixture of HBO Boxing for over 30 years until the network demised its telecast rights in Dec. 2018. Lampley, a play-by-play commentator, was on-site for some of the sport’s most significant moments, including the trilogy between Arturo Gatti and Micky Ward in the mid-2000s. Although Jim Lampley now resides in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, as a professor teaching sports and mass news media courses, his love for boxing remains as palpable as ever.
Terence Crawford slams Jermell Charlo for his performance against Canelo Alvarez: “You should be ashamed of yourself”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 1, 2023
Terence Crawford didn’t mind adding insult to injury following Jermell Charlo’s loss to Canelo Alvarez. Charlo challenged Canelo for the undisputed super middleweight championship of boxing. Many wondered if Charlo could maintain his punching power since he was moving up two weight classes. Ultimately, he never landed a shot that gave Canelo pause during the fight. This allowed the Mexican superstar to march forward and cut the ring off.
Pros react after Canelo Alvarez defeats Jermell Charlo
Chris Taylor - September 30, 2023
Canelo Alvarez put his undisputed super middleweight title on the line against undisputed junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo this evening in Las Vegas. Alvarez (60-2-2, 30 KO’s) entered the contest on a two-fight winning streak, this after scoring unanimous decision victories over Gennady Golovkin and John Ryder in his most previous efforts. Those wins were preceded by a unanimous decision loss to Dmitry Bivol, a defeat which snapped the Mexican’s 16-fight unbeaten streak.