The world of boxing is often inundated with rumors, speculation, and half-truths that can engulf even the most promising fighters. A recent discussion surrounding Jaron “Boots” Ennis and his potential fights against notable opponents such as Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Teofimo Lopez has brought these issues to the forefront. Ennis’ trainer, Derek “Bozy” Ennis, has
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The boxing world is gearing up for an electrifying rematch as Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev prepare to square off on February 22nd in Riyadh. The first encounter, which took place last October, left fans with a plethora of questions, particularly regarding the punching power attributed to Beterbiev, the unified light heavyweight champion. As Bivol
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, the reigning IBF welterweight champion, is channeling his inner “Mr. Catchabody” in preparation for a pivotal unification bout against the WBA’s 147-pound champion on April 12 at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall. This high-stakes match, which will air live on DAZN, represents a critical juncture in the young fighter’s career. With an impressive
Dmitry Bivol stands at a crucial crossroads in his boxing career as he prepares for a highly anticipated rematch against Artur Beterbiev on February 22nd. The bout, set in Riyadh, comes after their closely contested encounter last October, where Bivol, then undefeated, faced the formidable power of Beterbiev. With a professional record of 23 wins
Francis Ngannou, the Cameroonian powerhouse previously reigning in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), is transforming the combat sports landscape with bold ambitions in boxing. Despite an underwhelming record of 0-2 as a professional boxer, Ngannou’s resolve to continue his boxing journey remains unwavering. His recent bouts against boxing luminaries Tyson Fury and Anthony
In an era where social consciousness and activism have become integral parts of many social discussions, one might expect sports, particularly boxing, to reflect these values positively. Yet, the dark clouds of longstanding ignorance and racism seem more prevalent than ever. An alarming trend has emerged where such sentiments bubble up, no longer confined to
In the realm of professional boxing, fighters often stake their reputations not only on the matches they take but also on the ones they decline. Recently, Xander Zayas, a promising 22-year-old Puerto Rican boxer, claimed that he was offered a chance to face WBC interim junior middleweight champion Vergil Ortiz Jr. for a high-profile bout
Boxing is not solely about physical prowess; it often dances on the fine line of controversy, rivalries, and character defamation. One recent incident illustrates this fact all too well: a feud sparked between rising star Keyshawn Davis and WBO lightweight champion Denys Berinchyk. The situation escalated dramatically after Andrew Davis’s public accusations against Berinchyk of
The highly anticipated clash between WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and the unbeaten contender Floyd ‘Kid Austin’ Schofield set for February 22nd in Riyadh has stirred considerable debate among boxing enthusiasts. Central to this discourse is the perspective shared by rising star Abdullah Mason, who offers a stark assessment of the impending bout. Mason’s prediction
After his recent triumph over Otto Wallin in Manchester, Derek Chisora has set his sights on some of the heavyweight division’s elite, namely Anthony Joshua, Oleksandr Usyk, and Daniel Dubois. Chisora’s victory, albeit significant in his career as he edged out Wallin by unanimous decision, raises questions about the feasibility and desirability of the matchups
In recent months, the boxing world has witnessed a fluctuation of emotions surrounding one of its biggest stars, Canelo Alvarez. As the face of modern boxing and a likely future Hall of Famer, fans had begun to fear that Alvarez would devalue his legacy with a controversial matchup against social media influencer Jake Paul. Thankfully,
In the world of boxing, few things are as electrifying as the prospect of a heavyweight clash, particularly when two fighters carry the weight of significant expectation on their shoulders. Recently, the focus has shifted towards a potential matchup between former unified champion Anthony Joshua and the rising contender Martin Bakole. While Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s