Boxing News
Jake Paul reveals brother, manager cautioned against Hasim Rahman Jr. fight: "I'm literally crazy"
Josh Evanoff - July 7, 2022
Jake Paul has revealed that his team isn’t excited about his fight with Hasim Rahman Jr. ‘The Problem Child’ was set to face Tommy Fury in August on Showtime pay-per-view. However, the latter quickly ran into issues gaining entry to the United States. The card was set for Madison Square Garden in New York.
Tommy Fury issues statement on withdrawal of Jake Paul fight: "I want to clarify that I will fight in a neutral country that both parties can enter”
Josh Evanoff - July 6, 2022
Tommy Fury has explained his withdrawal from his showdown with Jake Paul. ‘TNT’ and ‘The Problem Child’ were set to face off this August at Madison Square Garden on Showtime pay-per-view. The fight was a re-booking of their failed December 2021 showdown. That outing was canceled due to a Fury injury.
Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury off, YouTuber reportedly set to fight pro boxer Hasim Rahman Jr. in August
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2022
Jake Paul will no longer be fighting Tommy Fury. Paul and Fury were set to fight last December but the Brit got hurt and was forced out of the bout. The two were then rebooked for August 6 at Madison Square Garden but recently Fury was denied entry into the U.S.. Now, it appears Paul has replaced Fury with pro boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., the news was first reported by Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix.
Jake Paul says he's moving on from Tommy Fury fight due to VISA issues
Josh Evanoff - June 30, 2022
Jake Paul is seemingly moving on from his booking with Tommy Fury for August. ‘The Problem Child’ was set to face ‘TNT’ this August at Madison Square Garden in New York. This is the second time that they’ve been booked. The first bout was set for December 2021 but was canceled due to Fury pulling out.
Former UFC champion Bas Rutten offers to train Tommy Fury for Jake Paul: “I think we can do some damage”
Harry Kettle - June 29, 2022
Former UFC champion Bas Rutten has offered to help train Tommy Fury heading into his fight against Jake Paul. While he may have been denied entry into the United States ahead of their scheduled press conference, it does seem as if Tommy Fury is still hellbent on trying to end the rise of Jake Paul. The pair have been going back and forth at one another for months now and on August 6, they’re scheduled to finally put an end to their rivalry one way or the other at Madison Square Garden.
Jake Paul slams Tommy Fury for being denied entry into the U.S.: "Admit ur a scared little b***h"
Cole Shelton - June 28, 2022
Jake Paul has ripped Tommy Fury for being denied entry into the United States. Paul and Fury were supposed to have a press conference in New York on Wednesday to promote their August 6 fight. The fight is one that was supposed to happen last December but Fury had to pull out due to an injury and now the Brit was denied entry into the U.S. which has put their fight in jeopardy.
Tommy Fury denied entry to the U.S. due to his family’s ties to crime boss Daniel Kinahan
Susan Cox - June 28, 2022
Tommy Fury has been denied entry into the U.S. due to his family’s ties to crime boss Daniel Kinahan. Irish crime boss Daniel Kinahan is accused of running a massive drug and firearms trafficking operation in Europe. Kinahan is said to be on the run from the law and wanted posters have been posted in the U.S. asking the public for any information concerning his whereabouts.
UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou responds to chicken taunts from Tyson Fury: “You’re still my priority. I’m coming for all of the smoke”
Harry Kettle - June 28, 2022
Francis Ngannou has responded to a challenge from Tyson Fury for a showdown at Wembley Stadium later this year. While both men are currently inactive, Fury as a result of his supposed retirement and Ngannou due to injury, they both still seem to be pretty keen on getting a mixed rules fight in the diary. Ever since his win over Dillian Whyte, Tyson Fury has made it clear that squaring off with Francis Ngannou is just as much of a priority for him as an undisputed heavyweight championship showdown would be.
Bob Sapp claims nobody would be talking about Mike Tyson if it wasn’t for him: “He is scared because of how I look and how big I am”
Susan Cox - June 27, 2022
Bob Sapp is claiming that nobody would be talking about Mike Tyson if it wasn’t for him. Sapp is an American MMA, kickboxer, professional wrestler, actor, and former American football player. ‘The Beast’ is currently under contract with Rizin Fighting Federation.
Jake Paul ups the ante for bet with Tyson Fury, Fury accepts for $1 million
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 26, 2022
Jake Paul has called on a bigger wager for his bet with Tyson Fury and “The Gypsy King” has responded. Paul and Tommy Fury are scheduled to collide on Aug. 6. The bout will take place inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. It’ll be contested in the cruiserweight division.
Chael Sonnen pleas with "Fight Gods" to have Tommy Fury pull out, and Jake Paul face Tyron Woodley: "I'd laugh and laugh"
Josh Evanoff - June 24, 2022
Chael Sonnen wants to see Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley 3, mainly because he believes it would be funny. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since his December 2021 rematch with ‘The Chosen One’. While their first outing in August 2021 ended in a controversial split decision, there was no mystery for the second fight. Paul viciously knocked out Woodley in round six.
Jake Paul says Tommy Fury is the "toughest test" of his career but plans to "expose" the Brit
Cole Shelton - June 23, 2022
Jake Paul says he is taking a legit risk by fighting a real boxer when he faces Tommy Fury on August 6 in Madison Square Garden. Paul and Fury are set to meet in the main event of a Showtime pay-per-view in a highly-anticipated grudge match. The two are undefeated boxers and are massive on social media while the stakes are high as the loser’s career will take a big hit which is why Paul says this is such a big risk.
Lennox Lewis salutes Vitali Klitschko on the anniversary of their fight: “The sacrifices he has made to serve his fellow Ukrainian citizens is not just commendable, it’s admirable”
Harry Kettle - June 23, 2022
Lennox Lewis has paid tribute to former opponent Vitali Klitschko on the anniversary of their 2003 boxing showdown. On June 21 of that year, Vitali Klitschko went head to head with Lennox Lewis as they battled it out over the WBC, IBO, and The Ring heavyweight titles. While Lewis was the favourite heading into the contest, it was Vitali who got the better of the early exchanges and even appeared to have Lennox in some real trouble after two rounds.
Tommy Fury confirms he's fighting Jake Paul on August 6th at MSG: "The fight is on"
Josh Evanoff - June 22, 2022
It seems that Tommy Fury and Jake Paul will fight in August after all. ‘The Problem Child’ and ‘TNT’ were set to square off in a pay-per-view headliner last December. However, weeks before the matchup was set to go down, Fury pulled out citing a broken rib. In turn, Paul faced Tyron Woodley in a rematch of their fight from August 2021.
Jake Paul rips Tommy Fury for allegedly pulling out of fight, 'TNT' responds
Cole Shelton - June 22, 2022
Jake Paul is accusing Tommy Fury of backing out of their fight again. Paul and Fury were supposed to fight last August but just a few weeks before the event, the Brit was forced out of the bout due to an injury. Paul ended up knocking out Tyron Woodley while Fury picked up a win a few months later.
Oscar De La Hoya blames fellow boxing promoter Eddie Hearn for Canelo Alvarez’s loss to Dmitry Bivol
Harry Kettle - June 22, 2022
Oscar De La Hoya has thrown shade at Eddie Hearn following Canelo Alvarez’s defeat to Dmitry Bivol last month. Over the course of the last few years, Matchroom Boxing has continued to go from strength to strength under the guidance of Eddie Hearn and his team. They’ve promoted some of the biggest names and fighters in the sport and as we look ahead to the future, it’s easy to picture a scenario in which they continue to thrive.
John Fury weighs in on Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury rumors: "They're nothing but a pack of tossers. YouTubers. And I'm not interested in it."
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
John Fury is weighing in on the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury rumors. A Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury fight is said to be taking place on August 6th of this year at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Nate Diaz willing to fight anyone in July or August to get out of UFC contract, teases boxing match with Jake Paul: "I have bigger sh*t to do"
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
Nate Diaz has one fight left on his UFC contract and he is tired of waiting for Dana White to make it happen. Diaz (21-13 MMA) has not fought since June of 2021 where he went up against Leon Edwards (19-3 MMA) at UFC 263 in a welterweight bout. The result was a decision win for Edwards.