As boxing fans eagerly await the official announcement of the upcoming fight between WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios and the legendary Manny Pacquiao, excitement intermingles with skepticism. This matchup, which many consider the worst-kept secret in boxing, promises to reignite discussions about the relevance of seasoned fighters in a rapidly evolving sport. The scrutiny of
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In a landscape where the heart and grit of boxing shine brightly, interim super middleweight champion Caleb Plant is set to clash with Jose Armando Resendiz in a bout that has garnered significant attention. Weighing in at 167.2 lbs, Plant arrived at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas ready to assert his dominance over
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has recently outdone itself, managing to redefine the meaning of absurdity in professional boxing. Enter Kubrat Pulev and Michael Hunter, two heavyweight fighters about to contend for the WBA “Regular” Heavyweight Title—a title so irrelevant that its very existence might lead one to question the integrity of boxing itself. This
Teofimo Lopez, a name that dazzled boxing not too long ago, seems to find himself at a crossroads both professionally and personally. His recent complaints directed at Jaron “Boots” Ennis for declining to fight him paint him as a frustrated figure desperate for inclusion in the upper echelons of the sport. In his outburst on
The upcoming bout between IBF light welterweight champion Richardson Hitchins and former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr. is generating mixed reactions from the boxing community. Scheduled for June 14th at the iconic Madison Square Garden, this match has yet to ignite the enthusiasm one might expect. Many analysts and fans perceive the fight as
Terence Crawford, a luminary in the boxing world and one of the sport’s most talented pound-for-pound fighters, has touched down in Australia, stirring up a buzz ahead of his highly anticipated matchup against Canelo Alvarez slated for September. Known fondly as “Bud,” Crawford arrived with expectations riding high—not only for himself but for the entire
In a whirlwind of excitement and scrutiny, Moses Itauma’s ascent to the #1 ranking in the WBO heavyweight division has ignited debate among boxing fans and analysts alike. The 20-year-old fighter, boasting a record of 12 wins with 10 knockouts, recently secured a second-round knockout over the seasoned Mike Balogun at the SSE Hydro in
Amid the bustling world of boxing, two colossal matchups have captured the imagination of fans and analysts alike. While the face-off between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is poised to attract monumental attention, a seismic event is quietly brewing in the realm of Japanese boxing that promises to overshadow it entirely. That event is the
As the boxing world edges closer to the highly anticipated showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, the echoes of previous iconic matches resonate through the industry. Speculation surrounding the September fight has reached fever pitch, with some experts, including former Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer, boldly proclaiming that it has the potential to eclipse
In the world of boxing, anticipation often builds around key matchups that capture the imagination of fans and pundits alike. The forthcoming fight in July between WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios and Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao has ignited endless discussions. At 46 years old, Pacquiao’s return to the ring after a four-year hiatus raises eyebrows,
In the realm of boxing, the art of strategy can often make the difference between victory and defeat. Coach Kenny Ellis recently shared his insights about the impending showdown between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez, proposing that Crawford’s tactical prowess will overshadow Alvarez’s formidable reputation. This perspective emphasizes the cerebral elements of boxing, where precision,
The world of boxing is no stranger to self-promotion and bravado, but few figures embody this more than Jake Paul. Whether adored or despised, Paul possesses an uncanny ability to capture public attention, demonstrating a talent for crafting a persona that is part reality star, part fighter. His recent comments on the Ariel Helwani Show