Boxing News
Dillon Danis withdraws from slated boxing match with KSI: “He’s unprepared”
Susan Cox - January 4, 2023
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his slated boxing match with KSI. Dillon Danis was scheduled to compete against YouTube star KSI in the Misfits Boxing Series 004 headliner, on Saturday, January 14th, 2023 at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, England.
Mike Perry shares photo of a signed contract to box Jake Paul, claims 'The Problem Child' "changed his mind"
Cole Shelton - January 3, 2023
Mike Perry was reportedly in the running to box Jake Paul next time out. Paul is coming off a decision win over Anderson Silva in October and many wondered what would be next for the YouTuber-turned-boxer. He has hinted at a fight announcement coming soon and Perry took to social media to claim he was offered the bout but Paul changed his mind.
Oscar De La Hoya slams Dana White for slapping his wife on NYE: “Those Boston aerobic instructors are real tough guys”
Josh Evanoff - January 3, 2023
Oscar De La Hoya has reacted to Dana White’s rough New Year’s Eve in Mexico. Over the weekend, the UFC president was captured on video getting into an altercation with his wife at a nightclub. White’s wife, Anna, slapped the promoter in the midst of an argument. In response, he landed several slaps, at which the scuffle was broken up by onlookers.
Tito Ortiz reportedly in-discussions to face fitness influencer Big Boy in boxing match: "I still got fight left in me"
Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz still has some fight in him after all. ‘The Huntington Beach Bad Boy’ has had an interesting last few years. Ortiz famously retired from MMA following a win over Chael Sonnen in 2017, but it was short-lived. The following year, the former titleholder signed with Golden Boy MMA to face Chuck Liddell in a trilogy bout.
UFC legend Donald Cerrone is open to boxing Jake Paul: “You’re making money and if you want to throw some money my way, I’m with you”
Harry Kettle - December 30, 2022
UFC legend Donald Cerrone has revealed that he’d be interested in having a boxing match with Jake Paul. While he may have been retired since the summer, Donald Cerrone is still one of the most beloved figures in mixed martial arts. The veteran, at his heart, is still a true fighter.
KSI's manager confirms boxing match with Dillon Danis is still on after contract issues: "No excuses left to back out now"
Josh Evanoff - December 29, 2022
It seems that KSI vs. Dillon Danis will go ahead after all. ‘The Nightmare’ made his return in August, knocking out two opponents in one night on DAZN pay-per-view. Following the win, the British YouTuber again called out names such as Jake Paul and Andrew Tate, amongst others.
Gervonta Davis vehemently denies domestic violence allegations: “Are you f**king crazy?!”
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2022
Gervonta Davis has denied the recent domestic violence allegations made against him. On Wednesday, Davis allegedly struck a woman on the right side of her head with a “closed hand type slap,” leading to his arrest Tuesday afternoon in Florida, according to a Broward County Sheriff’s Office incident report. He was arrested at 2:50 p.m. ET Tuesday on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge of battery causing bodily harm, according to Broward County Sheriff’s Office records. Davis remains in custody after a Wednesday morning court hearing, where bail was set at $1,000, a jail official said.
Gervonta Davis arrested for domestic violence after allegedly hitting a woman with a "closed hand type slap"
Cole Shelton - December 28, 2022
Gervonta Davis has been arrested for alleged domestic violence. According to ESPN, Davis allegedly struck a woman on the right side of her head with a “closed hand type slap,” leading to his arrest Tuesday afternoon in Florida, according to a Broward County Sheriff’s Office incident report. He was arrested at 2:50 p.m. ET Tuesday on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge of battery causing bodily harm, according to Broward County Sheriff’s Office records. Davis remains in custody after a Wednesday morning court hearing, where bail was set at $1,000, a jail official said.
Jake Paul issues bold claim for possible boxing match with Conor McGregor: “I would knock you out in the squared circle with one hand tied behind my back”
Harry Kettle - December 23, 2022
Jake Paul has issued a warning to Conor McGregor ahead of a potential boxing match between the two in the future. It’s no secret that Jake Paul and Conor McGregor aren’t big fans of one another. While there may be some level of mutual respect, it’s pretty thin at this point.
Dillon Danis says he has to pay Bellator "a hefty fee" to be allowed to box KSI
Cole Shelton - December 22, 2022
Dillon Danis has revealed he has to pay Bellator in order to box KSI. Danis, of course, is under contract with Bellator – despite not fighting since 2019 due to knee injuries. He will make his return to fighting on January 14 in the main event of Misfits 004 against KSI, with the event being streamed on DAZN.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk agree to fight each other next for the undisputed heavyweight world title
Susan Cox - December 22, 2022
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have agreed to fight each other next for the undisputed heavyweight world title. Tyson Fury, 34, has a 33-0 record in the boxing ring, 24 of those by knockout.
Conor McGregor reacts to KSI threatening to do "serious damage" to Dillon Danis: "Brother you’re a friendly little nerd I don’t care"
Josh Evanoff - December 22, 2022
Conor McGregor is rooting for Dillon Danis to defeat KSI, but he’s not super excited about the fight itself. ‘El Jefe’ is a noted training partner and friend of the former UFC champion. For his part, Danis, too, had some success in the cage, albeit in Bellator. The jiu-jitsu ace signed to the promotion in 2017 and was seen as a solid welterweight prospect.
Floyd Mayweather’s daughter Iyanna sentenced to probation for 2020 stabbing
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2022
Floyd Mayweather’s daughter Iyanna has been sentenced to six years of probation for a stabbing incident back in 2020. Back in 2020, Iyanna Mayweather was arrested for stabbing a 35-year-old woman in Texas. According to a recent report from Click2Houston, Iyanna was potentially facing up to 20 years in prison. However, she agreed to plead guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, leading to a reduced sentence of Deferred Adjudication of Guilt.
Gordon Ryan mocks Dillon Danis over boxing match with KSI: "I have tons of cars you can clean for me"
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2022
Gordon Ryan has given his take on the upcoming boxing debut of Dillon Danis. ‘El Jefe’ has been a controversial figure in the combat sports community for a while now. While he was first introduced to MMA fans through his training with Conor McGregor, Danis has been competing at the top level of jiu-jitsu for a long time.
Logan Paul reacts to Paddy Pimblett’s Body Fuel Video: “Its a pretty f**king embarrassing video”
Susan Cox - December 16, 2022
Logan Paul has reacted to Paddy Pimblett’s ‘Body Fuel’ Video. Logan Paul, along with fellow YouTuber KSI, founded the drink ‘Prime Hydration’ earlier this year.
KSI blasts "disrespectful" Dillon Danis for no-showing press conference, 'El Jefe' fires back
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2022
KSI has taken a shot at Dillon Danis for not showing up to their press conference to promote their upcoming boxing match. KSI and Danis are set to headline Misfits 004 on January 14 in London, England. It’s an intriguing bout and a month out from the fight, a press conference was scheduled on Wednesday in England. Yet, it was revealed that Danis was unable to make his plane, preferring to concentrate on training after suffering a bout of influenza.
Anthony Joshua weighs in on his chances in MMA against the UFC heavyweight division
Lewis Simpson - December 13, 2022
It’s safe to say Anthony Joshua will not be making a move into mixed martial arts anytime soon. In recent years, combat sports fans have witnessed some blockbuster crossover fights. Most notably, Conor McGregor when swapping the cage for the ropes to face Floyd Mayweather in 2017. The most recent high-profile boxer to try their hand at MMA as of late was Claressa Shields under the PFL in 2021.
Jake Paul slams Dana White following Paddy Pimblett’s controversial decision win at UFC 282
Susan Cox - December 12, 2022
Jake Paul has slammed Dana White following Paddy Pimblett’s controversial decision win at UFC 282. UFC 282 took place this past Saturday, December 10th at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada. The lightweight co-main event featured Paddy Pimblett (20-3 MMA) vs Jared Gordon (19-6 MMA). It was a controversial unanimous decision win for ‘The Baddy’ that has everyone talking. With the win, the Brit remains undefeated in the UFC.