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Ryan Garcia provides positive update after revealing battle with anxiety and depression
Adam D Martin - May 13, 2021
Boxing lightweight star Ryan Garcia has provided a positive update after publicly revealing his battle with anxiety and depression. Garcia was scheduled to fight Javier Fortuna on July 9, but he pulled out of the fight last month after revealing that he has been dealing with personal issues that necessitated him to take a break from boxing. Taking to his social media this week, Garcia provided a positive update on his battles with anxiety and depression, revealing he’s training again.
Jake Paul slams Dana White over his boxing career: “In my 15 minutes of fame I’ve done more in boxing than you have your whole life”
Harry Kettle - May 12, 2021
YouTuber turned pro boxer Jake Paul has taken a shot at UFC president Dana White over his time in the world of boxing. Over the course of the last few weeks, White has been drawn into the Jake Paul circus as a result of fans and media members peppering him with questions on the subject. For the most part, he’s decided to take the high road, but that hasn’t prevented him from throwing a few shots here and there.
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua set for August in Saudi Arabia, says Eddie Hearn
Adam D Martin - May 12, 2021
Promoter Eddie Hearn says that Tyson Fury will fight Anthony Joshua this summer in Saudi Arabia in a high-profile heavyweight boxing match. Fury and Joshua have been rumored to fight for quite some time now and the fight looks like it is finally making progress to come to fruition. Speaking to Sky Sports television, Hearn confirmed that the fight is on for August and it will take place in Saudi Arabia.
Dana White says he won't loan a UFC fighter to box Jake Paul, questions legitimacy of Ben Askren fight
Cole Shelton - May 11, 2021
Dana White doesn’t have any interest in loaning a UFC fighter to box Jake Paul. After Paul knocked out Ben Askren, several UFC fighters have been calling him out. They have all said that they want to be the one to shut Jake up, but according to White, he says he will not loan any UFC fighter to box the brash YouTuber.
Eddie Hearn explains why Billy Joe Saunders did not get off the stool for round nine vs. Canelo Alvarez
Adam D Martin - May 9, 2021
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn explained why Billy Joe Saunders did not get off the stool for round nine vs. Canelo Alvarez on Saturday night. Saunders took on Alvarez on Saturday night in a massive boxing event at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The fight was fairly competitive throughout, but Alvarez was slightly up on points at the end of the eighth round. After the round break was over, Saunders chose to not get off the stool and the fight was called. According to Hearn, Saunders broke his orbital bone and his team made the decision not to let him go back out for round nine.
Video | Fights broke loose in the crowd during Saturday’s Canelo Alvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders fight
Adam D Martin - May 9, 2021
Fights broke loose in the crowd during Saturday night’s boxing match between Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders in Dallas, Texas. Alvarez and Saunders met in the main event of Saturday’s big boxing event at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, the biggest sporting event since the coronavirus pandemic began last year, as over 73,000 people packed into the stadium to watch two of the best boxers in the world go to war. It was a very competitive match for as long as it lasted, though Alvarez was likely winning on points before the fight was stopped due to eighth-round retirement.
Photo | Canelo Alvarez was up on all three judges scorecards in fight with Billy Joe Saunders
Christopher Taylor - May 8, 2021
Canelo Alvarez was able to defeat Billy Joe Saunders by eighth round TKO this evening in Arlington to unify three super-middleweight titles. Alvarez entered tonight’s contest holding the WBA and WBC titles, while Saunders laid claim to the WBO strap.
Pros react after Canelo Alvarez TKO's Billy Joe Saunders
Christopher Taylor - May 8, 2021
A super middleweight boxing match between Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders took place this evening in Arlington, Texas. Alvarez entered the contest holding the WBA, The Ring and WBC titles, while Saunders laid claim to the WBO strap.
Michael Bisping slams Floyd, Paul, ‘Dildo’ Danis and all the other “idiots” who turned the honorable sport of fighting into a “circus act”
Harry Kettle - May 7, 2021
Michael Bisping has taken a shot at several current and former fighters for turning combat sports into what he calls a “circus act”. Many MMA and boxing fans have been split on whether or not they actually like the direction of travel with respect to the “celebrity boxing” that we’ve seen in the last few years. There’s a morbid curiosity amongst some, whereas others want to kill it before it can go even further.
Conor McGregor trashes Floyd Mayweather for taking a fight with Logan Paul: “Whatever way you spin this, it’s sad."
Christopher Taylor - May 6, 2021
Conor McGregor has shared his thoughts on the upcoming boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul. Mayweather (50-0), who is considered one of the greatest boxers to ever grace the squared circle, will take on Paul (0-1) on June 6.
Video | Jake Paul causes brawl after stealing Floyd Mayweather’s hat
Cole Shelton - May 6, 2021
Jake Paul is continuing to cause waves in the combat sports world. On Thursday, Logan Paul and Floyd Mayweather were set for their first faceoff and press conference to promote their June 6th bout. Many fans were excited about it but the most memorable moment of the event was Jake Paul starting a brawl after stealing Mayweather’s hat.
Michael Bisping confirms Team Jake Paul made him contract offer for boxing match
Adam D Martin - May 6, 2021
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping confirmed that Team Jake Paul previously made him an offer for a boxing match. Bisping, who is one of the UFC’s regular color commentators during its Fight Night broadcasts, has been retired from MMA for a few years now after suffering an eye injury that ended his career. Since then, we have heard no indications that he would even consider stepping back into the cage or into the boxing ring. But then again, money talks, and right now, whoever fights Paul is in line to make a lot of money.
Billy Joe Saunders says the ring issue for his fight against Canelo Alvarez has been "resolved"
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2021
Billy Joe Saunders says the issue with the ring size for his fight against Canelo Alvarez on Saturday has been resolved. Saunders and Alvarez were set to fight at AT&T Stadium in a unification bout of the super-middleweight titles. It was a fight many fans were eager for as it would be a tough test for the Mexican. Yet, on Tuesday, it was revealed the size of the ring was an issue as an 18-foot ring was installed, not the 24-foot ring expected. That forced Saunders’ dad, Tom, and team to say they are out of the fight.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders off due to ring size dispute, says Team Saunders
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2021
Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders will no longer be fighting on Saturday night according to Tom Saunders, the father of Billy Joe. Alvarez and Saunders were set to fight at AT&T Stadium in a unification bout of the super-middleweight titles. It was a highly-anticipated fight as Saunders was considered to be Alvarez’s toughest test, but unfortunately, just days away it has been revealed the fight is off. It is due to a ring size dispute as Alvarez put in an 18-foot ring, while most fights are in a 24-foot ring which was a problem for Saunders.
Chad Johnson to make boxing debut on Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul undercard
Drake Riggs - May 3, 2021
“Ochocinco” is going from the gridiron to the ring. Joining in on the circus, Chad Johnson is now set to box on the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul undercard. ESPN confirmed on Monday that the former NFL star will be competing at the June 6 event in what will be an exhibition match consisting of either four or six rounds. The opponent has yet to be determined. The event goes down in Johnson’s last NFL stomping ground, the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.
Triller offering one month clemency for fans who illegal streamed Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren
Cole Shelton - May 3, 2021
Triller is continuing to go after people who illegally streamed their Fight Club event on April 17 between Jake Paul and Ben Askren. Triller recently came out and said they were filing a lawsuit seeking $100 million in damages from illegal streamers. Now, the promotion is taking it one step further suggesting that anyone who illegally watched Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren can pay the $49.99 price tag for the event. In exchange, those individuals’ names will be removed from lawsuit, which seeks a $150,000 penalty from every person who pirated the card.
Anderson Silva believes YouTubers are disrespecting boxing
Adam D Martin - April 30, 2021
Former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva believes that YouTubers are disrespecting boxing and he hopes that changes going forward. Silva is one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time and he also has professional boxing experience, having had two fights over the course of his legendary combat sports career. In June, Silva will return to the boxing ring when he takes on Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in what is his first boxing match since 2005. For Silva, he has been boxing for over 20 years and has always made it known that he wanted to return to the squared circle one day. He will get that opportunity next month when he takes on Chavez Jr. in a pro boxing match.
Francis Ngannou responds to callout from Tyson Fury: “I’ll take care of Jon Jones first”
Harry Kettle - April 30, 2021
Francis Ngannou has suggested he would welcome the opportunity to fight Tyson Fury – but only after he’s done with Jon Jones. Ngannou is on top of the world right now after beating Stipe Miocic to become UFC heavyweight champion. Many believe he could be a dominant champion for years to come, but right now, it feels as if the UFC are taking things one step at a time.