Boxing News
Anderson Silva says a fight with Jake Paul could be next: "I'm preparing my body for a challenge"
Josh Evanoff - May 20, 2022
Anderson Silva believes that a boxing match with Jake Paul can indeed be next. ‘The Spider’ is set to face Bruno Machado this weekend in his third bout since leaving the UFC in 2020. The fight is set to be the co-main event of Floyd Mayweather’s return against Don Moore.
Ali Abdelaziz responds after being dubbed a 'rat' by Jake Paul: 'Somebody is going to have to pay for what he said'
Susan Cox - May 20, 2022
Jake Paul has targeted Ali Abdelaziz and the notable MMM manager is not impressed. Ali Abdelaziz, the founder and president of ‘Dominance MMA Management’ is a former fighter himself, as well as a Renzo Gracie black belt and 4th degree Judo black belt. Abdelaziz works with notable fighters, including Kamaru Usman.
Floyd Mayweather announces helipad boxing event is back on for this weekend
Cole Shelton - May 17, 2022
Floyd Mayweather will still be boxing after all. Mayweather was supposed to box Don Moore on May 14th atop the helicopter landing pad at Burj Al Khalifa Hotel in Dubai. Former UFC champion Anderson Silva was set to be on the card as well. However, just days before the event, due to the death of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, which has prompted the country to announce a three-day suspension of work, the event was canceled.
Evander Holyfield’s son Evan suffers shocking knockout loss at TrillerVerz 5 (Video)
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 15, 2022
Evander Holyfield’s son, Evan, suffered a stunning knockout loss at TrillerVerz 5. Evan went one-on-one with Jurmain McDonald on May 14. This was supposed to be another stepping stone in the young career of Evan. Clearly, McDonald didn’t get the memo.
Floyd Mayweather vs. Don Moore fight card cancelled
Susan Cox - May 13, 2022
The Floyd Mayweather vs Don Moore exhibition fight has been cancelled. It was to be boxing legend Floyd Mayweather against fellow undefeated pugilist ‘Dangerous’ Don Moore on Saturday, May 14th atop the helicopter landing pad at Burj Al Khalifa Hotel in Dubai. The two were to battle in the Global Titans Fight Series pay-per-view (PPV) main event.
Mike Tyson won't face criminal charges for plane attack
Cole Shelton - May 10, 2022
Mike Tyson will not be charged for assaulting a man on an airplane. On April 20, a video went viral that showed Tyson repeatedly punching a man in the face on an airplane. The video showed the man bugging Tyson and his reps say had alleged the man threw a water bottle at him and annoyed him repeatedly prior to the attack. An attorney for the man, meanwhile, had argued no bottle was thrown -and blamed the incident on his client being “overly excited.”
Brendan Schaub sounds off on Dana White blasting Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury: "Now that you don't have your hand in the pie, it's stupid?"
Josh Evanoff - May 10, 2022
Brendan Schaub doesn’t seem to be a fan of Dana White’s comments on Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury. The two heavyweight champions are in talks for a proposed boxing match next year. While the bout hasn’t been confirmed, Fury and Ngannou have stated it will happen. The pair even had a brief staredown in the ring after The Gypsy King’s victory over Dillian Whyte.
Rose Namajunas says praise from Mike Tyson is the “coolest thing” that’s happened on her MMA journey: “It was really surreal”
Susan Cox - May 5, 2022
Rose Namajunas is saying that the praise she received from Mike Tyson is the ‘coolest thing’ that’s happened to her on her MMA journey. It will be Rose Namajunas (12-4 MMA), the UFC women’s strawweight champion, going up against Carla Esparza (19-6 MMA) this coming Saturday, May 7th at UFC 274.
‘Mayweather vs. Moore’ fight card set to feature Anderson Silva and Badou Jack
Susan Cox - May 3, 2022
It has been confirmed that boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. will make his return to the squared circle for a special eight-round exhibition match against fellow undefeated pugilist ‘Dangerous’ Don Moore. The event will take place on Saturday May 14, 2022 atop the helicopter landing pad at Burj Al Khalifa Hotel in Dubai.
Dana White admits he's debating signing Jake Paul to the UFC: "I look at it sometimes, it's intriguing"
Josh Evanoff - May 3, 2022
UFC president Dana White admits he’s intrigued by the possibility of signing Jake Paul to the promotion. The executive and the YouTuber-turned-boxer have had their arguments, to say the least. Paul has made his name in the combat sports world by calling out UFC fighters, and White. To his credit, he has knocked out two former UFC competitors, Tyron Woodley and Ben Askren.
Kamaru Usman responds to Jake Paul mocking his Canelo Alvarez callout: "You and me locked in a room, who makes it out alive?"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman wasn’t a fan of Jake Paul poking fun at his Canelo Alvarez callout. Over the last few months, ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ has been searching for a boxing match with the Mexican superstar. At first, Alvarez completely downplayed a matchup with the UFC champion. However, he’s since noted that he’d be open to fighting him, just not now.
Holly Holm reveals interest in moving back to boxing for Katie Taylor matchup: "It does get me excited"
Josh Evanoff - May 2, 2022
Former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm has her eyes set on a return to the ring. The former boxer is interested in fighting lightweight champion Katie Taylor next. ‘KT’ and Amanda Serrano are fresh off the biggest fight in women’s boxing history. The two champions headlined Madison Square Garden, a first for a female fight. The bout ended up living up to the hype, at times, a rarity in boxing.
Nate Diaz gives hilarious reaction to Jake Paul's claim that he would beat Canelo (Video)
Christopher Taylor - May 1, 2022
Nate Diaz offered up a hilarious reaction when asked for his thoughts on Jake Paul’s claim that he would beat Canelo Alvarez. Prior to Saturday’s historic ‘Taylor vs. Serrano‘ fight at Madison Square Garden, event promoters Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn exchanged some verbal jabs.
Former boxing champion Tony Bellew sends a warning to Jake Paul: “I've seen you do with a couple of UFC guys - for every action there's a reaction”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 1, 2022
Former boxing champion Tony Bellew has made it clear that he would not tolerate Jake Paul trying to start a ruckus with him. Paul has been known to ruffle the feathers of many within the world of combat sports. He’s taken aim at the likes of Tyron Woodley, who he’s beaten twice, Conor McGregor, Daniel Cormier, and even UFC President Dana White.
Jake Paul issues scathing response following “jackass” comment from Conor McGregor: “I’m the one who has done more for fighters than you ever have”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 1, 2022
Jake Paul has fired back at Conor McGregor following some not-so-flattering remarks. Paul has made it clear that he wants to fight the “Notorious” one. “The Problem Child” has also taken aim at UFC President Dana White. He’s criticized the UFC boss over fighter pay.
Jake Paul seemingly reveals his next fight will be on August 13th: "I'm Back"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 1, 2022
Jake Paul appears to have announced when he’ll be returning to the ring. Paul last competed in late 2021 when he knocked out former UFC Welterweight Champion Tyron Woodley. He certainly hasn’t kept himself out of the spotlight since that time. Paul has been ripping the likes of Conor McGregor, Tommy Fury, and others.
Jake Paul takes aim at Katie Taylor: “The only thing real is you, your team and Eddie talk a lot of s**t”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 1, 2022
Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn helped put on the biggest match in female boxing history but there will be no holding hands and singing Kumbaya. Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano collided this past Saturday night in a bout that is already etched in history. Taylor and Serrano fought inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. Taylor successfully defended her undisputed female lightweight gold against Serrano via split decision in an instant classic.
Pro fighters react after Katie Taylor defeats Amanda Serrano
Chris Taylor - April 30, 2022
One of the biggest boxing matches of the year took place tonight at MSG as Katie Taylor squared off with Amanda Serrano. Taylor (21-0) was competing for the first time this year tonight at Madison Square Garden. The former Olympic gold medalist was defending her WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring lightweight titles.